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Op. Ardent Sea | DCS F-15E | 90th FS/JTF-1
Join the v90th Fighter Squadron in JTF-1's Operation Ardent Sea, which ran from January - April 2024. I wanted to make a deployment-video style video to commemorate the operation: with clips intended to be as they were shot by hand or from a go-pro. What sets this video apart as well, which wasn't originally intended, is that it is entirely from the WSO seat - since that is where I spent the operation, and thus filmed. That gave it a unique perspective in that certain events had a very different visibility.
While there are a hand full of shots that were done intentionally to fluff the production - including a few elements you would get in a cruise video that we wouldn't actually have as a result of DCS-isms; almost all of the footage is from the actual campaign. The result is not always the most ideal frame but it better demonstrates the actual excitement of flying the campaign. There are also a handful of elements that do exactly what a cruise video would do: remind those who were there of that time in their lives. While some of the radio calls, images or events will entertain everyone, those of us who were there will remember the howling laughter over Blueberry - as just like real deployments, we had some pranks and other things as DCS allowed.
Since this is a deployment video - there was little emphasis on the combat side. Viewers will notice a much more jovial and scenic journey. Most missions saw expended ordinance, and while I brought a number of the radio calls in - videos in this format are to remember people, places, and events. There are also some nods to the time. While the diamond formation bomb drop did occur in a real mission (because everyone was watching Masters of the Air and thought it would be cool) we did reshoot the drop because the actual separation used (for safety) didn't lend itself to filming well.
What ultimately made this video work was the professionalism and dedication of the v90th and v55th Fighter Squadrons. Only because everyone has drilled down and achieved a high level of skill in DCS with these modules and operations were we able to let off steam and goof around in a manner that was fun to film and remember in this way. The same is true in real life (having produced a "deployment video" while in the Army). If you are a skilled DCS aviator looking for this sort of experience see the links below.
The last thing that must be pointed out - this wasn't just a 2 squadron show. While the other three squadrons in JTF-1 (our Navy and Army counterparts) were equally as active and involved even in our operations, we just never were close enough to them to really film them. The F-14 CAP from VF-31 is visible in one shot covering our exfil, but they are dots on the horizon. The same is also uniquely true of the fourth F-15E: because we are almost always -3 in the formation, the fourth Strike Eagle is only ever seen alone and when combined in this format it always looks like a three ship element.
A huge thanks to Redd for putting this campaign together, to my brothers in the v90th and v55th for making it possible, as well as to all the guys in JTF-1 who made this a campaign to remember.
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**I have marked this with "generated imagery" content. This is because of current events in the Persian Gulf and the quality of graphics DCS is putting out these days, and I do not want there to be any confusion that this is not real. These events are entirely fictional, and none of the units are affiliated with their real world counterparts.**
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Medieval Dynasty Co-Op Mode!
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10 Months Away - Back for IAE 2953
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In February Lead was stuck in house arrest in Area 18, followed by some EAC issues. Now it's been 10 months but we're back in the Verse to see what's new, what's old, and what is going on at IAE. If you read this far - yes we're giving a ship away too! Giveaway details - from comments on this video, one winner will be selected to win a new Syulen ship from Star Citizen. Winner must be subscribe...
AJS-37 Viggen PS-37A Radar Tutorial | DCS | 2023
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In this Zero to Hero tutorial series you'll be taught how to fly the Viggen intuitively, so rather than throw everything and the kitchen sink at you to learn how to do anything; in this tutorial series we will cover relevant information you need when you need it. *Please note this series is a Work In Progress. We are rushing to get the first three chapters released as these are not covered in o...
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AJS-37 Viggen Take Off Tutorial | DCS | 2023
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In this Zero to Hero tutorial series you'll be taught how to fly the Viggen intuitively, so rather than throw everything and the kitchen sink at you to learn how to do anything; in this tutorial series we will cover relevant information you need when you need it. *Please note this series is a Work In Progress. We are rushing to get the first three chapters released as these are not covered in o...
Report from the PTU 3.18 | Star Citizen
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RSI Galaxy Buyers Beware | Star Citizen IAE 2952
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Oh mama the new Roberts Space Industry Galaxy is smoking hot, so before you jump on this hype train check in with your conductor Lead as he breaks down a few important things to consider before forking over that money to big daddy CR. This video was written pre-release, with the intention to air 11/26 on RSI Day. However since so much Galaxy content has rolled out today, 11/25 you're getting it...
Is This The Best Starter? | Star Citizen IAE 2952 | Drake Cutter
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Drake Day might be behind us already but the best deals for IAE may still be in front of you! Join Lead to look at Drake's best new offer in years. Also we're less than 100 Subs from someone taking home a FREE ODYSSEY! Come hang out on Discord: discord.gg/CRszDWnmd4 Don't forget to subscribe & support PbG on Patreon: patreon.com/leadnap Our 15k Sub Giveaway details: www.leadnap.com/star-citizen...
Crusader Industries Spirit Buyers Guide | Star Citizen 2952
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Look, I know it's been a month but Lead has been busy! So the new Crusader Spirits dropped at CitCon and maybe you picked one or three up - or maybe you are thinking for IAE you should, or that you should melt them. Tune in this week to find out what the real value behind the Spirit A1, C1 and E1 is. Come hang out on Discord: discord.gg/CRszDWnmd4 Don't forget to subscribe & support PbG on Patr...
Visit Pyro | Star Citizen CitCon 2952
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Building the Best Salvage Fleet | Star Citizen | Fleet Planning Series
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We return to the fleet planning series this week to talk all about the ships you need to have if you want to take part of Star Citizen's newest game loop: Salvage. Come hang out on Discord: discord.gg/CRszDWnmd4 Don't forget to subscribe & support PbG on Patreon: patreon.com/leadnap Our 15k Sub Giveaway details: www.leadnap.com/star-citizen/giveaways/
AJS-37 Viggen Familiarization & Start-Up Tutorial | DCS | 2022
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Over two years in the making we begin the first of our several part tutorial series on how to fly the Viggen. In this Zero to Hero tutorial series you'll be taught how to fly the Viggen intuitively, so rather than throw everything and the kitchen sink at you to learn how to do anything; in this tutorial series we will cover relevant information you need when you need it. Please note this series...
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КОМЕНТАРІ

  • @IReachInToTheSky
    @IReachInToTheSky 12 годин тому

    0:27 from what game this intro is?

  • @Locusthorde3000
    @Locusthorde3000 11 днів тому

    This was the review that got me to send it on a used 350$ duo. insane that these things hit almost 900$

  • @Uriah-wi9md
    @Uriah-wi9md 26 днів тому

    One thing to count for refining your controller, is to look up a spring creator company, for customization of your joy con.. lengthening the longest spring this joy con offers, as "spring companies" offer users greater potential! As I have experience with riding through the challenges of limited product performance in such things. Also going to an "electronics shop that specialize in switches and dials, electronic tuning knobs and LEDs, is a great way to go looking into customizing otherwise unpleasant functions the "joy con comes with". To take a list of what best functions and abilities there are, and then dial into your system what makes your game most effective, changes a decent system into an amazing product! Also looking into getting a 3D printer and cad company to customize the body of your console's joy con controllers, may become even more enjoyable if you see build types you'd like to tune your joy con with.

  • @laurarivas3350
    @laurarivas3350 28 днів тому

    on warp if you go from kitcen to bridge... you go in space every time- worse bug ever for that ship. I test many many times so... Design is one of the best for industrail ships but loading more type of cargo is useless if you load another first- USELESS

  • @Crisko591
    @Crisko591 28 днів тому

    Just picked this thing up to upgrade from a busted x56. So far using the f/a-18 model with this setup is not too bad. Luckily you can use the “<>” types of certain commands to allow the on offs to function like you would expect. Arm<>safe using back and forth on one switch rather than arm or safe being isolated to forward “on” position of a single switch being separate.

  • @All_gaming-xz9tk
    @All_gaming-xz9tk Місяць тому

    Broo im a fucking pilot and I have it, this is the most realistic flight controller! people need to buy this and you convince them not to buy!

  • @tytusel
    @tytusel Місяць тому

    Id love to follow your tutorials, they are just top notch, but it's sad that you don't post them anymore and didn't finish going thru the viggen :(

  • @HeenBrgr
    @HeenBrgr Місяць тому

    ty

  • @Fastbikkel
    @Fastbikkel Місяць тому

    Thank you for this review, you saved me from almost buying an X-56. Especially the part of the inflight refuel was a deciding factor. This was the exact reason i was looking for a new stick because my current logitech extreme 3D sucks a** bigtime. I cannot get the plane stable behind the tanker and i know its not me (i dont believe its me because of my extensive experience with sims). Im looking again at the Thrustmaster warthog hotas, but the expenses will keep me from buying it for some time unfortunately. Maybe next year.

  • @myZisfantastic
    @myZisfantastic Місяць тому

    Incredibly well done tutorial . I will see your other vids 👍

  • @icedragon769
    @icedragon769 Місяць тому

    There's a couple of minor errors in here, especially concerning altitude. For one, you can release the BK-90 above 500 meters, it's just that the computer won't give you range indications, so you'll have to guesstimate yourself whether your glider will make it or not. (Swedish doctrine assumes that it's never safe to fly above 500m, because of soviet long-range SAMs and fighter dominance) Second information you gave about the Cruise Altitude settings is correct, but the implications you took away from them aren't quite right. The BK-90 release altitude is *always* 50m, if you set the cruise altitude to 500m, that doesn't mean you will drop directly over the target, it means that the missile will try to maintain 500m for as long as possible during its "cruise" phase before suddenly diving down to it's constant 50m release altitude on target. That's why you lose range, it's trying to stay higher longer. (but the cruise altitude setting doesn't actually do anything in DCS, according to the manual as of this writing)

  • @echodachi6107
    @echodachi6107 2 місяці тому

    is there a way to veiw how many seats are in a ship??

  • @guynamedmaggi5520
    @guynamedmaggi5520 2 місяці тому

    4 years later and it still has the same interior and there's even talk that there wont be an interior change.

  • @lordgasman9099
    @lordgasman9099 2 місяці тому

    decided to finally learn the viggen after my beloved mirage and harrier have been wrapped up in this razbam controversy. these have been a huge help and is quickly making the viggen one of my favorites, buzzing the treetops between mountains with this thing is so good.

  • @Lokisblade2
    @Lokisblade2 2 місяці тому

    i melted a few ships for this 1

  • @eknight101
    @eknight101 2 місяці тому

    thanks for this review! you just saved me $250. I think i'll spend the extra dough and get a warthog setup. I need a tight gimble for a/a refueling.

  • @IorekBear92
    @IorekBear92 2 місяці тому

    You're forgetting cost, yes the ship may take a little longer than a refinery, perhaps, but the large refineries you mention could be expected to charge a lot for that service in the end, maybe not now, but if it's you and a buddy with your two or three ships, you split the profits minus the expenses.

  • @WiseOwl_1408
    @WiseOwl_1408 2 місяці тому

    Impressive how poorly managed this game is

  • @Stephengirty
    @Stephengirty 2 місяці тому

    Mine just showed up today. Im so happy. Lol

  • @soleenzo893
    @soleenzo893 2 місяці тому

    Many thanks for these! I'm waiting excitedly for your new versions of your bombing tutorils for the viggen. Doing them in tidbit sized videos for each main mode was really good!

  • @bluewarrior213
    @bluewarrior213 2 місяці тому

    am i able to get the ship from in-game and not using my money

  • @Tacticalpanda757
    @Tacticalpanda757 2 місяці тому

    Have they updated this stick system at all with the video being 3 years old?

  • @spencerjbundoc5988
    @spencerjbundoc5988 3 місяці тому

    is it still difficult like this?

  • @stevechil5226
    @stevechil5226 3 місяці тому

    Docking camera doesn’t come up

  • @DrOpp69
    @DrOpp69 3 місяці тому

    would you need rudder pedals to yaw with the X56 or does the X56 have the ability to yaw?

  • @Marlax-101
    @Marlax-101 3 місяці тому

    dont say the apollo looks good. its fine but constellation has way more character than a ship that looks like a skipping rock.

  • @tenevas666
    @tenevas666 3 місяці тому

    C’est un hotas dépassé en 2024. Il existe beaucoup mieux

  • @jessecarlton2021
    @jessecarlton2021 3 місяці тому

    What’s the app you are using on your tablet?

  • @thejetfighter
    @thejetfighter 3 місяці тому

    Nice video, loved the music 😀

  • @Taylor.L.
    @Taylor.L. 3 місяці тому

    im gonna get this as my first setup

  • @phils4940
    @phils4940 3 місяці тому

    Awesome as always Lead

  • @snaggletoof1927
    @snaggletoof1927 4 місяці тому

    Great vid!

  • @Farrister
    @Farrister 4 місяці тому

    I like the GoPro style, very cool! And kudos for back seating - takes me back to my DCS RIO days!

  • @frapwaam5964
    @frapwaam5964 4 місяці тому

    He is back!

  • @macunknown
    @macunknown 4 місяці тому

    The only 30ks here are the thrust of each engine

  • @thedudeabides3138
    @thedudeabides3138 4 місяці тому

    This was a terrific review. keenly observed and nicely balanced. Thank you. Immediate Sub and Like.

  • @John_Krone
    @John_Krone 4 місяці тому

    I have a Carrack and checking if should also get the Galaxy. Great video. Thanks

  • @johnokean8216
    @johnokean8216 4 місяці тому

    We need more SC content!

  • @johnokean8216
    @johnokean8216 4 місяці тому

    RIP Port Olisar 😢

  • @voodo
    @voodo 4 місяці тому

    hello! Which app do you use on your tablet to emulate buttons?

  • @uninspiredusername
    @uninspiredusername 5 місяців тому

    Hi there, I am looking at upgrading my mustang alpha starter pack that has 3 months insurance to the F7c mkII. My problem is that I don't know if i will get LTI for the f7c, i calculated that i save 20 dollars by upgrading. Rather than spending 190 dollars warbond, estimated numbers there. I'm fearful that if I upgrade, my F7c mkII will not have LTI. Please may I get some advice, thank you. :)

  • @tmanwattsutube
    @tmanwattsutube 5 місяців тому

    Gr8 video covering the pros and cons in an unbiased way, and looping in other user feedback + multiple games. I have limited REAL aviation experience and I'd much rather have an x56 than what I dealt with in Cessna 152's and 172's! Because I don't know the difference and went straight from a low end Thrustmaster to the X-56, I have really enjoyed it and am able to be somewhat formidable against real life opponents in DCS. Caveat being that in the Viper, if you time things just right, you can escape from nearly everything opponents fire at you. Personally, I like using a little bit of Dead Zone, and I've found by just tapping the stick at the end of the dead zone allows me to achieve very high precision. Admittedly, it gook me well over a month to get the right feel for it. However, anyone getting into DCS and high fidelity aircraft who don't have prior real world experience should not expect to be proficient at ANYTHING if they want to get into the entire aviation process from a cold, dark, aircraft to getting it running, calibrating navigation, managing stores, radar, radio, etc... It's a labor of love to learn the "checklists" and for me has raised my already high respect of Military Aviators to a max level. LISTEN TO THIS MAN regarding the voltage requirements of the X-56. I have a fairly monster non-laptop gaming PC and I can confirm the horrible multiple interpreted inputs problem firsthand. Fortunately my build includes 3 stages of USB voltage, and I have two slots which manage the X-56 really well. I had to work my way up from the lower voltage because I had no idea this was even a "thing". Personally, I have zero complaints about the X-56, but I can sure see how that's not going to be the case for everyone. I think I have a later model which has overcome some of the stiffness and wiring issues mentioned on many boards. Thanks for the time and effort!

  • @wanderlustwasted
    @wanderlustwasted 5 місяців тому

    This tutorial series is incredible! I love the presentation, visuals and clear explanations. I picked up the viggen to learn while waiting for the phantom to release, and I’m so thankful to have found your channel! Are there still plans to produce the navigation and 3x landing tutorials? Wonderful, wonderful content! Thanks so much for your efforts! 🎉

  • @virtualinsanity2457
    @virtualinsanity2457 5 місяців тому

    What are the speed limits for dropping bombs? Also confused about command Altn when on multiplayer servers?

  • @leck8986
    @leck8986 5 місяців тому

    hope more viggen tutorials are coming soon :)

  • @TryNotToDieOmega
    @TryNotToDieOmega 6 місяців тому

    Just buy an external usb hub with external power bro......

  • @romagnolo
    @romagnolo 6 місяців тому

    This tutorial is just too perfect! Thank you! :D

  • @atempestrages5059
    @atempestrages5059 6 місяців тому

    He's BACK. :D

  • @Zethez
    @Zethez 6 місяців тому

    I like the new intro music!