29 November 2024

Dear Fighter Pilots, Partners and Friends,

In light of some questions from our community, we have expanded our article exploring the intricate navigation system of the DCS: F-16C Viper. In this white paper, we update you on how the aircraft combines its Inertial Navigation System (INS) with the Global Positioning System (GPS) by processing both data streams through a Kalman filter to provide precise and reliable navigation data. This integrated approach leverages the stability and autonomy of the INS alongside the accuracy of GPS., This effectively mitigates the individual limitations of each system. Read the INS + GPS White Paper.

In a future DCS update, you can expect major enhancements to the DCS: South Atlantic map. New features include; improved ground detail around the Falkland Islands, mainland Argentina, and Chile. A seasonal simulation that mimics the build up and melting of snow through the year has been added too. These new winter textures, along with new flora and fauna, adds incredible immersion. To enjoy all the new enhancements coming to the South Atlantic map, please stay tuned for the upcoming update. 

Our Autumn Sale 2024 is ongoing with plenty of amazing deals to be landed until the 9th of December at 16:00 GMT. Who knows, you may end up finding a new favourite! Please note that the DCS Steam Edition Sale has now started and will run until the 4th of December at 18:00 GMT.

Thank you for your passion and support.

Yours sincerely,

Eagle Dynamics

INS + GPS White Paper Update

System Overview

We have updated the INS + GPS White Paper with more details to further answer DCS: F-16C pilot questions. 

Key highlights include:

• INS Functionality: Understanding how the INS performs dead reckoning using accelerometers and gyros, and how errors such as Schuler Oscillation can affect navigation over time.
• GPS Insights: Examines how GPS measures aircraft position, the challenges posed by ionospheric delay and multipath effects, and the advantages of military GPS signals.
• Kalman Filtering: Understanding how the Kalman filter optimally blends INS and GPS data, enhancing navigation precision while maintaining autonomy against potential GPS discrepancies or spoofing.
• Practical Applications: Learning about the INS FIX procedure to correct accumulated errors, especially when GPS is unavailable or after poor alignment, and the importance of using aircraft sensors for target acquisition to ensure maximum accuracy.

Read the INS + GPS White Paper.

South Atlantic Upcoming Update

Development Progress

The South Atlantic map team is working on a winter update to their map. In order to deliver this major upgrade, they have meticulously developed custom seasonal simulation method that deliver an exceptional level of realism to the Falkland Islands whilst also further enhancing the areas of Argentina and Chile.

Their new methods enhance terrain and environmental information such as Geo elevation data, snowfall accumulation, and melting. Because the available data does not contain enough detail, they have designed a process to interpolate and enhance this data, which results in impressive results. 

Mainland Chile and Argentina will also benefit by receiving realistic winter textures for which they leverage the same technology, but at a slightly lower resolution.  This brings both the Falklands and the mainland to an even higher level of detail, which results in a more immersive and fulfilling experience.  Further enhancements will include an updated biome with new flora and fauna across the map, especially visible during low level operations.

Autumn Sale 2024

Up to 50% discount

Our DCS Autumn Sale 2024 is in full swing with unbeatable deals across most of our most popular aircraft, helicopters, terrains, campaigns and other important add-ons! Notably the F/A-18C and the F-16C Viper are both on sale with a huge 40% discount. Visit the Shop now!

For those of you who fly on the DCS Steam Edition, we are delighted to offer you the exact same amazing bargains until the 4th of December 18:00 GMT.

Thank you again for your passion and support,

Yours sincerely,

Eagle Dynamics