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Nemeth Designs - Mil Mi-24V for FSX


By Dave, August 30, 2013
The Mi-24 (NATO designation Hind) is one of the most widely-known assault helicopter gunships in the world, and remains in service with at least 50 air arms.   The Mi-24 was developed from the Mi-8 multirole transport helicopter and was first flown in V-24 prototype form in 1969. The definitive initial production variant was the Mi-24D Hind-D. This introduced heavily-armored, stepped cockpits ant an under nose gun turret. This gunship has a crew of three and can carry up to 8 fully-equipped troops.   The Mi-24V type, (NATO code HIND-E), is the advanced version that came from the Mi-24D type. The major change is in the use of a STURM-V device, which is the modern and more efficient navigation system, and the use of 9M 114 (AT-6 SPIRAL) anti-tank guided missiles, which are fired from two cylinder containers mounted at each wing tips. It's capable of 310km/h in high-speed cruise, 750 km maximum flight distance and 12,500 kg maximum takeoff weight. This addon represents the "Mi-24V Hind F" variant.   Features: Two variants with 2-2 repaints for each. Detailed exterior and interior models Custom dirt and rain windshield effects Hundreds of custom animations on the exterior and interior models Night cockpit lighting Fully clickable dynamic virtual cockpit 3D animated instruments Based on original blueprints, documentations PDF manual This addon requires Acceleration Expansion Pack for FSX pre-installed to run properly.   You can but the add-on for $35.49 from Nemeth Designs at the link below.    http://www.nemethdesigns.com/payware/57-mil-mi-24v-hind-fsx.html#idTab1  
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DCS World 30 Aug 2013 News Update


By Dave, August 30, 2013
This will be the last of the weekly updates. Future news will be through our monthly news letter that will be cross-posted here.

The items from last week's update are by and large still the same. However, below is a PRELIMINARY change log for 1.2.6. As a preliminary change log, this is very much subject change - meaning that items may be added or removed prior to its release.

DCS 1.2.6 Preliminary Change Log

In addition to the items listed below, there are other items we are working on for 1.2.6 that are not quite ready yet. One example is changes to the radar and EOS code. These had been merged for quite some time and has been limiting what we could do with these two sensors. We are now in the process of separating them into different code entities that will allow better modeling and help with future modules. This is also why this has taken longer than some might expect.

DCS World Added new anti-ship penetrating warhead for anti-ship missiles. Increased Max G for the following missiles: R-60 (from 18 to 42), MICA (from 18 to 24), and R-40 (from 8 to 15). R-27ET: Decreased rear hemisphere DLZ. R-73: Corrected mass and thrust. R-77: Corrected time, fuel flow and thrust. SA-8 Osa: Increased range at low altitude from 6 to 8 km. Corrected the lock on range of IR missiles. Added Australia as a new country choice. Renamed APA-50 to APA-5D. Fixed error with coalition.addGroup()function. Added a new 3D model for the B-8V20 rocket launcher. Fog of War: Aircraft will no longer be visible on F10 map once it leaves line of sight of enemy units. Added exhaust smoke to Kusnetsov aircraft carrier. Kills are now tracked in the Log Book for Campaigns. Engagement range of ground units has been adjusted. Su-25T bomb Interval and Quantity are now working correctly. Trigger GROUP DEATH will working with event ON DESTROY. Fixed several SAMs ignoring the set "Alarm State Green". Debriefing: Fixed event recording. This will also correct log book errors. MiG-23 will now attack the moving ground target with rockets. Many minor corrections in the game. Wingman will report leader about enemy radar activity. Multiplayer: Radio communications are now working. Multiplayer: Debriefing window in the mission is now disabled for clients. Multiplayer: Fixed several crashes. New ambient sound system (sea, shallow water, fields, wind, g-breath effect). Wind + turbulence sound depends on mission weather parameters. New wingtip vortices, new touchdown smoke. Flaming Cliffs 3 (A-10A: DCS Flaming Cliffs) A-10A: Removed AAQ-28 TGP. A-10A: Corrected standby compass showing wrong heading. A-10A: Added PAC. A-10A: HUD fixed pitch angle indicator jumping from -90 to +90, when standing still on the ground is fixed. A-10A: Simultaneous engine start now working. A-10A: Fixed AIM-9 air to air mode. A-10A: Removed glideslope indication on the HUD. A-10A: Fixed ADI yellow vertical bar. A-10A: AoA indicator, indexer and AoA sound corrected. A-10A: Fixed HSI outer needle. A-10A: Added Stability Augmentation System (SAS). Su-33: Corrected AoA indexer. MiG-29 and Su-27/33: The vertical scan will not lock target automatically. Instead, player must press and hold the ENTER button to lock the target. Added RShift modifier to Kneeboard next/previous page commands (conflicted with Ka-50 Shkval track gate size controls). Su-25T: Removed targe diamond on the HUD. F-15C: Fixed altitude hold when air to air refueling. AWACS: Decreased the answer pause between picture requests. Corrected some missions. ATC now available for the Kusnetsov aircraft carrier. DCS: A-10C Warthog The engines will start after repair. If PTR switch is set to STOW and back to ABLE the pitch steering bar may freeze is fixed. A-10C. SAS and EAC switches fixed. DCS: Combined Arms Fixed multiplayer crash when land groups are assigned a route. Added German CA Manual. Smoke markers for controlled ground units are limited with 10 smokes at each color. Input: Absent joystick commands restored. HUD: Added cues of masking for line of firing by vehicle elements. HUD: Added health points indicator. MP missions replaced to MP folder. DCS: Black Shark 2 Added RShift modifier to Kneeboard next/previous page commands (conflicted with Ka-50 Shkval track gate size controls). Lighting night vision cockpit switch modifier moved to LCtrl to prevent conflict with Kneeboard ON/OFF key. DCS: P-51D Mustang Fixed no UNSAFE warning light and horn when throttle retarded.      
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Carenado Releases The Malibu Mirage PA46 350HP Edition


By Dave, August 28, 2013
Carenado has releases their PA46 Malibu Mirage as part of their High Definition Series. The feature list is below. I do not think you're going to find another general aviation aircraft with this much detail put into it. It really is a work of art.   Features:
HD quality textures (2048 x2048)
3D gauges
Original HQ digital stereo sounds recorded directly from the real aircraft
Cold and Dark or ready to taxi options for start the simulation.
Customizable panel for controlling windows transparency, instrument reflections and static elements such as wheel chocks and sights props.
Real behavior compared to the real airplane. Real weight and balance. Tested by real pilots.
Realistic night lights effects on panel and cockpit.

**This aircraft does not have a complete 2D panel.   Included in the package:
5 HD liveries
1 HD Blank livery
2 models (1 and 2 pilots on board)
PA46 Emergency Checklist PDF
PA46 Normal Procedures PDF
PA46 Performance Tables PDF
PA46 EMIS PDF
Autopilot and AVSS PDF
Weather Radar PDF
Operations Tips and Reality XP Integration PDF
Carenado GNS530 Users Guide PDF
Carenado GNS430 Users Guide PDF
Recommended Settings PDF   Special Features
Original Carenado GNS530 and GNS430 with Reality XP integration option.
Original EMIS (Electronic Module Instrument System)
Cold and Dark start option
Lighting rendering system. Landing, taxi, strobe and beacon
illuminate objects and ground.
Windows lighting scratches effect
Volumetric side view prop effect
Dynamic propeller shines effect.
3D stereo sounds.   You can buy it for $37.95 from here;   http://www.carenado.com/CarSite/Portal/index.php?accion=product&correl=106  
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Avionics Upgrade for the Iris F-15E Mudhen Driver in FSX


By Dave, August 28, 2013
    Avionics Upgrade for the Iris F-15E Mudhen Driver in FSX: The F-15E Strike Eagle is a dual-role fighter designed to perform air-to-air and air-to-ground missions. An array of avionics and electronics systems gives the F-15E the capability to fight at low altitude, day or night, and in all weather.   This is an UPGRADE to the Iris F-15E Mudhen that will turn your outdated Iris F-15E into a brand new Metal2Mesh F-15E Mudhen    * New Hi-Resolution Textures.
* New Custom Sounds by MSS.
* New HUD modes.
* New Avionics/DDIs
* New Navigation and UFC functions.
* Fully functional APG-70 Radar system with the AA and AG Radar modes found on the actual aircraft.
* Realistic Terrain Following Radar Display.
* New Weapon Manager and release characteristics.
* Air to Air Refueling.
* Air to Air Refueling.
* Online Manual for ease of access on multiple devices including IPad/Tablets
* Hi-Resolution Custom Paintkit for easy creation of new liveries. Metal2Mesh also includes Customer Service and Support Forum   The price is only $15.00 and you can get it: http://metal2mesh.com/store/index.php?main_page=product_info&cPath=0&products_id=2
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Razbam Needs.....


By Dave, August 26, 2013
...someone proficient in CS4 and Max 2012 for a position at RAZBAM as a texturer. If you are interested please email him at radzabm (at) hotmail (dot) com. You may also get a hold of him on his Facebook page, RAZBAMsims. There are plenty of perks with this job as well. 
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Milviz JU87 D & G " Stuka " Released


By Dave, August 25, 2013
The Junkers Ju-87 D.5/G.2 Stuka The Junkers Ju 87 or Stuka (from Sturzkampfflugzeug, "dive bomber") was a two-man (pilot and rear gunner) Geman dive bomber and ground-attack aircraft. Designed by Hermann Pohlmann, the Stuka first flew in 1935 and made its combat debut in 1936 as part of the Luftwaffe's Condor Legion during the Spanish Civil War. The aircraft was easily recognisable by its inverted gull wings, fixed spatted undercarriage and its infamous Jericho-Trompete ("Jericho Trumpet") wailing siren, becoming the propaganda symbol of German air power and the blitzkrieg victories of 1939–1942. The Stuka's design included several innovative features, including automatic pull-up dive brakes under both wings to ensure that the aircraft recovered from its attack dive even if the pilot blacked out from the high acceleration. Although sturdy, accurate, and very effective against ground targets, the Ju 87 was vulnerable to modern fighter aircraft, like many other dive bombers of the war. Its flaws became apparent during the Battle of Britain; poor manoeuvrability and a lack of both speed and defensive armament meant that the Stuka required heavy fighter escort to operate effectively. The Stuka operated with further success after the Battle of Britain, and its potency as a precision ground-attack aircraft became valuable to German forces in the Balkans Campaign, the African and Mediterranean theaters and the early stages of the Eastern Front campaigns where Soviet fighter resistance was disorganised and in short supply. Once the Luftwaffe had lost air superiority on all fronts, the Ju 87 once again became an easy target for enemy fighter aircraft. In spite of this, because there was no better replacement, the type continued to be produced until 1944. By the end of the conflict, the Stuka had been largely replaced by ground-attack versions of the Focke-Wulf Fw 190, but was still in use until the last days of the war. An estimated 6,500 Ju 87s of all versions were built between 1936 and August 1944. (source Wikipedia with edits and additions) High Performance and Packed with Features! The Ju-87 model depicted in this package is a highly detailed replica of its real-life counterpart. The model was created by using many pictures, references and many countless hours of testing, revising and testing again! This plane has weapons that will drop and or fire. (note, these weapons do not destroy objects or AI aircraft). NOTE: There are limitations on the weapons. It is STRONGLY suggested that you READ THE MANUAL! Other outstanding features of this aircraft are: -Realistic startup and shutdowns -Realistic systems and avionics

-High quality model using normal and specular maps -High resolution paint kit 

-High quality sound set

-Custom realistic night lighting, landing lights and custom effects. 

-Flight dynamics tested and tuned by real pilots. The aircraft flies just like its real world counterpart! By Bernt Stolle -Though it is historically inaccurate, the siren is included! -Shared cockpit! -Several liveries included!   Only $34.99   http://www.milviz.com/  
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