DCS: F-16C Viper – Close Air Combat

In this DCS: F-16C Viper video we’ll explore the basics of using the Viper within visual range air combat. This includes the EEGS gun funnel, the AIM-9 Sidewinder, Air Combat Maneuvering (ACM) radar modes, the Helmet Mounted Cueing System (HMCS), and the Dogfight Switch.

This is based on a USAF F-16C Block 50 circa 2007 and may be a bit different than you are used to. This is specifically true with the Dogfight mode HUD as it has changed greatly in later years.

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[LIKWID]

Hey everyone, wags here from Eagle Dynamics. The words that every DCS-er loves to hear 😎👍

[firephoenix]

2 videos in 15 seconds? Getting me excited! So ready to land on a carrier tomorrow with the Viper.

[Thamac]

I worked avionics system on the f16, ...shocked at how accurate the HUD and cockpit layout is. Even the DAta Entry Display and MFD’s are on point.

[keilylmm]

You guys are the greatest when it comes to DCS WORLD 2.5. I'm looking forward to the new super carrier USS NIMITZ. To be finished in DCS WORLD 2.5. I'm still flying the fa18c in DCS WORLD. I love it from A-Z. Keep up the fantastic work.

[Robertdiaz]

3 Oct 2019 is the F-16 *planned* release date!

Edit: Its out now if you have the BETA version of DCS!

[TheCraigHudson]

Super pumped got tomorrow off work anyway so it’s a welcomed release. I want to do ground pounding. And get a feel for the flight systems and the power.

[LAF]

man i love how much more feature packed the F-16 will be coming with than F18 thats really great.

[Jukkaimaru]

Hey now, you forgot the most important thing about Dogfight Mode. When you flip that switch to outboard, you gotta say "Boys, it's time to dance!"

[Hellreign]

Close air combat mode demo with no actual air combat.

Such a tease Matt

(It looks great though so I forgive you)

[smoke_eater_]

just finished the other one and this popped into my feed. Hell ya

[immortal]

your tutorials are so good and on to the point. no bs 👍

[wraith]

I know this isn't quite within the scope of the video, but what's the G-limit on the TGP?

[Pricklyhedgehog]

I spy with my little eye, something beginning with "Wags." Another tasty update video...whizaah!

[timothymorgan]

Whats the mapping label for that button on the sms to switch the aim9 from slave to bore sight?

[Bigalldone]

That distinct sound of the old TM Cougar...

[swifty]

Hello i just started DCS and was wondering if i wanted to exit the dogfight override and go back to nav how can i do that?

[lucalode]

idk why but eveything works but i cant use dogfight mode or shoot with the gun ...
i can switch to the gun and get EEGS HUD symbols and can shoot Aim-9s etc but every keybind i use for dogfight mode doesnt work :/
i even can use laser guided bombs and rockets and even communication chanels
has anybody an idea what the problem could be ?

[therandom]

Please thank the responsible parties for the wallpaper and music for the f-16

[JesusIsLifeEternal]

I have a number of questions about how to operate the dogfight switch without the luxury of a spare hat/3 way on my joystick. Thanks in advance!
- Which button assignment corresponds to which hat direction for the dogfight switch? Is "outboard" what Matt describes as "forward"? etc....I have tried multiple button combos and can't achieve some of the results he demonstrates here. I have "3" mapped as Dogfight Center and "4" mapped as missile override. Have tried LShift + 3 and 4 as inboard, outboard. I understand the TMS combos but not the last mode Matt shows at 2:56 for a long-range boresight. Which leads to the next issue --
- Am I correct in understanding that the boresight function in dogfight mode does not work for AIM-120s? If this is the case, how do I employ AIM-120s in a boresight function for WVR combat? i.e. how do I achieve the function Matt shows at 2:56 which I assume is a boresight for longer range missiles

[tenevas]

Hello. Îm french. Not speak english. For lock target...is cage uncage ? Or Thank you