Digital Combat Simulator Series

This is a collection of seven skins representing US Marine Corps squadrons and spanning the length of the Vietnam War. The squadrons included are:
VMO-2
VMO-3 (which became HML-367)
VMO-6
HML-167

I have included two versions of HML-367: a 1968 version (when VMO-3 was redesignated as HML-367) and a 1975 version that flew in Operation: Frequent Wind, the evacuation of Saigon. Additionally, HML-167 is represented by modexes TV-29 and TV-30.
 
Most reference imagery was taken from http://vietnam-hueys...Corps Hueys.htm
 
 
Skinner's Philosophy:
 
I chose to model the skins as "modern aircraft with nostalgic patterns", as opposed to actual Vietnam era skins. This is because the UH-1H (and not the UH-1E) is modeled, and slso because the 3D models used for the aircrew utilize more modern flight gear. The significance of this is that I have chosen to skin the aircrew in contemporary flight uniforms, including MARPAT body armor for the door gunners. I felt that this was more fitting in a setting that involves modern orders of battle, and is also less of an immersion-killer than seeing Vietnam era "uniforms" on clearly modern equipment.
 
 
A note about the Crew Chief & Door Gunner:
 
Since enlisted US troops don't wear rank/rate insignia on flightsuits, their rank/rate is displayed on their nametag. Since there are no specific nametag textures for the crew chief/door gunner texture, I have added a nametag to the velcro on the chest armor (as is standard practice).
 
In choosing names for the texture, I opted for US servicemembers who received the Medal of Honor. CPL Jason Dunham was posthumously awarded the Medal of Honor in the Global War on Terror, and with the exception VMO-6 (represented by GySgt Leroy Paulson, who was the actual crew chief), represents the Unites States Marine Corps in these skins. The following is his Medal of Honor citation:
 
For conspicuous gallantry and intrepidity at the risk of his life above and beyond the call of duty while serving as Rifle Squad Leader, 4th Platoon, Company K, Third Battalion, Seventh Marines (Reinforced), Regimental Combat Team 7, First Marine Division (Reinforced), on 14 April 2004. Corporal Dunham's squad was conducting a reconnaissance mission in the town of Karabilah, Iraq, when they heard rocket-propelled grenade and small arms fire erupt approximately two kilometers to the west. Corporal Dunham led his Combined Anti-Armor Team towards the engagement to provide fire support to their Battalion Commander's convoy, which had been ambushed as it was traveling to Camp Husaybah. As Corporal Dunham and his Marines advanced, they quickly began to receive enemy fire. Corporal Dunham ordered his squad to dismount their vehicles and led one of his fire teams on foot several blocks south of the ambushed convoy. Discovering seven Iraqi vehicles in a column attempting to depart, Corporal Dunham and his team stopped the vehicles to search them for weapons. As they approached the vehicles, an insurgent leaped out and attacked Corporal Dunham. Corporal Dunham wrestled the insurgent to the ground and in the ensuing struggle saw the insurgent release a grenade. Corporal Dunham immediately alerted his fellow Marines to the threat. Aware of the imminent danger and without hesitation, Corporal Dunham covered the grenade with his helmet and body, bearing the brunt of the explosion and shielding his Marines from the blast. In an ultimate and selfless act of bravery in which he was mortally wounded, he saved the lives of at least two fellow Marines. By his undaunted courage, intrepid fighting spirit, and unwavering devotion to duty, Corporal Dunham gallantly gave his life for his country, thereby reflecting great credit upon himself and upholding the highest traditions of the Marine Corps and the United States Naval Service.
 
CPL Dunham is also the namesake of the USS Jason Dunham (DDG-109), the Marine Corps Security Force barracks in Kings Bay, GA, and Crucible stations at both MCRD Parris Island and MCRD San Diego.
 
Updating from Version 1.04 or earlier:
 
DCS World 1.2.7 changes the pilot and gunner texture files, so the textures have been updated accordingly in this file. In order to clear out the obsolete files, go to the individual folders and remove the following files:
Gunner_UH1_*.dds
Pilot_UH1_USMC.dds

Installation:
Copy the folders to your Liveries\uh-1h folder (either in DCS World\Bazar or Saved Games\DCS).
 
Optional:
The release of DCS World 1.2.4 added the ability to add texture paths using the file "autoexec.cfg" in your Saved Games\DCS\Config folder. This will allow you to save hard drive space as long as the skin filenames are unique. My skins support this, so any DDS file with the same name will be identical.
 
In order to enable this feature, add the following line to autoexec.cfg (be sure to create the file if it doesn't exist):

table.insert(options.graphics.VFSTexturePaths, "C:/Users/<username>/Saved Games/DCS/Textures")
You can use any path (even a different drive), but you must use forward slashes for your path. Backslashes won't work here.
 
Then, you can move all of the DDS files from each of the skin folders to this new folder you've added to your path. Allowing overwrites is not a problem, as I use unique names for each file. Finally, be sure to go into each description.lua file and change all "false" entries to "true."
 
Special thanks to upuaut for assistance with the more "exotic" material names, as well as the assistance with custom rotor colors.
 
You are free to use any of the textures (e.g. USMC door gunner) in other skins or projects as long as proper credit is provided in the readme file.
 
 
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A-10A Pre-Production No. 4



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This scheme is a proposed coloration (which obviously was not used, instead the “European 1” and “Ghost Grey” schemes became the standard scheme for the aircraft).
 
Installation: Simply extract the folder and place it in the Bazar/Liveries/A-10A or C folder, go into the mission folder and in the Payload section and for Liveries select Pre-Production No. 4 and go fly.

VFA-94 Retexture



This is a simple retexture of the default VFA-94 F/A-18C skin that’s provided with the templates.



Installation, simply put this in your fa-18c (or A if you want), and in the Paint Schemes drop down menu, select “VFA-94 Retexture”.

JAWS 75-260


 

This is one of the other schemes of the JAWS (Joint Attack Weapons System) program.


 

For installation simply drop this in your DCSWorld\Bazar\Liveries\A-10A or A-10C folders, open the simulation and in the Payload Window, select “JAWS Skin No.2” and go fly.


 

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A-10 Ferris Splinter [Fictional]


This is a basic Splinter scheme based on an F-15C design modified for the A-10 airframe, and also some artistic liberties as well. While the A-10C is shown, this can also be used on the A-10A, simply copy and paste the folder into the Bazar\Liveries\A-10A or A-10C and select “Ferris Splinter No.1” in the Payload Menu and go fly.

Modeled on the F/A-18C, this livery from the USMC VMFA-312 is one of the more unique schemes devised based on Heather Ferris’s work. To use for the AI simply copy and paste the “Fights On” folder into the fa-18c folder, and let the AI go fly (or until the DCS: Hornet module comes out).

L-39C Fictional Ukrainian Splinter


 

Based on the Su-27 scheme, this represents a fictional skin for the new L-39 Module. To install simply copy and paste the Livery folder in DCSWorld/CoreMods/aircraft/L-39/Liveries folder, select Ukraine and in the Payload Editor select “Fictional Ukrainian Splinter” and go fly

Based on an MIG-29 Prototype SMT scheme, this represents a fictional skin for the new L-39 Module. To install simply copy and paste the Livery folder in DCSWorld/CoreMods/aircraft/L-39/Liveries folder, select Russia and in the Payload Editor select “Fictional Russian Desert Splinter” and go fly

This is a simple mod that uses the stock F-15EX external model and F-15C cockpit/avionics + custom .LUA files to create a stand-in flyable F-15EX Eagle II.  This mod has come a long way since I first took it over from KNNZubr, and now includes a limited air to ground capability with unguided bombs, rockets, and the AGM-88F HSCM (HARM Control Section Modification).  AMBER racks have been added with version 1.5, plus AIM-120C-7 AMRAAM and outer wing hardpoints for up to 20 AAMs.
Installation: Just extract the .7z file and drop it into Saved Games/DCS/mods/aircraft (or Saved Games/DCS.openbeta/mods/aircraft depending on which version you have).   This mod has been tested with DCS 2.8 latest open beta as of 12/27/22.
Known issues: The F-15E external model is used, which is not accurate (wrong cockpit and engine nozzles plus lack of fairings on the sides of the cockpit for what is likely some sort of missile warning system.  The F-15C cockpit is still used, pending development of a custom cockpit.

v3 of the replacement low-res cloud files to gain framerate.

The "LOMAC-Basic" profile is set up for people using the "Easy RADAR Mode" (Shift-I). There are no shifted keys in the Basic Profile.Note: Pre 1.02

A10 high res dark green

5 pictures of pilots to add to your logbook. All with helmets on - so no visible facesjust unpack them in lock on\pilotlogbook\pilots\desired nation.Disclaimer: Install at your own risk - Biohaz will not be held responsible for any harm done due to use of these files

Another high-quality high-res Zimster skinF-15 'Thunderbirds'You need to extract them using winrar or a similar program.Loman 1.52 compatibleDisclaimer: Install at your own risk - Biohaz will not be held responsible for any harm done due to use of these files

Mig29 of the Polish Airforce in New repainted NATO colors

New and Improved version!!! (24 Jan. 2004)Top Gun Nostalgia for the "whats up flyboy"-generationThis mod will replace the F5 skin with the Top GUn Mig-28 repaint as well as replace the the SU-33 skin with rhe F-14. It will still have the flight model of the 33 but will have a full load of Aim9-7-54Loman compatibleRead the readme included (English and French)Disclaimer: Install at your own risk - Biohaz will not be held responsible for any harm done due to use of

Zimster A10 Pack "YA-10A 71-1369" Loman compatible Disclaimer: Install at your own risk - Biohaz will not be held responsible for any harm done due to use of these files

Zimster A10 Pack "Peanut A" Loman compatible Disclaimer: Install at your own risk - Biohaz will not be held responsible for any harm done due to use of these files

Zimster A10 pack - "Peanut B" Loman compatible Disclaimer: Install at your own risk - Biohaz will not be held responsible for any harm done due to use of these files

New S-3 Viking skinLoman compatibleDisclaimer: Install at your own risk - Biohaz will not be held responsible for any harm done due to use of these files

High-res A10 'Fictional #1' Loman compatible Disclaimer: Install at your own risk - Biohaz will not be held responsible for any harm done due to use of these files

High-res A10 "Fictional #2" Loman compatible Disclaimer: Install at your own risk - Biohaz will not be held responsible for any harm done due to use of these files

A10 SP Mission

Mission 1 and 3 for the Top Gun Mod

New 1024x1024 textures for Russian "279th KIAP 1st squad NAVY"Russian "279th KIAP 2nd squad NAVY"Russian "Standart-1 NAVY"Russian "Standart-2 NAVY"Russian "T-10K-1 test paint scheme"Russian "T-10K-2 test paint scheme"Disclaimer: Install at your own risk - Biohaz will not be held responsible for any harm done due to use of these files