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Course: Open Flight School (OFS)
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1 in 60 Rule

by [OFS] Gosling (en) / Jerry - Sunday, 27 March 2022, 11:32 AM
 

This is a method of assessing distance between diverging (or converging) tracks.  

For every degree difference between two tracks there is a 1 nautical mile separation after 60 nautical miles of travel.  

E.g. If a track is flown 5˚ Off heading, after 12 nautical miles there will be 1 nm separation.  

This only works up to about 15˚ of track separation.  

 
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3 OFFs

by [OFS] Gosling (en) / Jerry - Friday, 25 September 2020, 6:30 PM
 

Bearing Off, Distance Off, Time Off

A method of checking leg tracking and timing at the mid leg check point during navigation

BEARING OFF - At your mid leg check point assess your location compared to the check point and estimate the difference in bearing from the start waypoint.  

DISTANCE OFF - Estimate the Distance Off of track using the 1 in 60 Rule.  

TIME OFF - Note hoe the time abeam the check point compares to the planned time

From these three Offs the aircraft can be flown back onto track or flown directly to the end leg waypoint.  Also an assessment of the time of arrival at the leg end waypoint can be made or the aircraft speed changed to maintain a time over the waypoint.  

 
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9-line

by [OFS] kaltokri / Rolf - Wednesday, 6 January 2021, 3:11 PM
 

Ein FAC (bzw. JTAC) teilt einem Piloten beim einem CAS-Einsatz mit, wann, wo und mit welcher Waffe angegriffen werden soll. Die Stellung befreundeter Einheiten, An- und Abflug, Zielposition und -beschreibung usw. muss in kurzer Zeit effektiv und möglichst unmissverständlich kommuniziert werden.

Dafür wurde ein Standard-Verfahren eingeführt, welches als 9-Line bezeichnet wird, weil die Informationen in neuen Zeilen übergeben werden.

Weitere Informationen:

 
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AAP

by [OFS] kaltokri / Rolf - Sunday, 14 June 2020, 9:11 PM
 

Auxiliary Avionics Panel (dt.: Behelfsavionikpanel)

Weiterführende Informationen:

  • A-10C Warthog Basiskurs (DCS) / Cockpiteinweisung / Cockpitübersicht / RK
 
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ABRIS

by [OFS] kaltokri / Rolf - Sunday, 27 December 2020, 9:49 PM
 

The ABRIS is one of the two navigation systems of the KA-50.  It uses a graphical display and is also known as the Advanced Moving Map System.  It operates independently of the PVI-800 with the exception of the graphical representation of a PVI-800 navigation target in the ABRIS as a blue square.  The basis of the ABRIS positioning is the Russian satellite navigation system, GLONASS.  The ABRIS can be used to plan the flight route as well as to display target information from other KA-50 by means of a data link.  The viewing direction and the distance in which the Shkval points are also displayed.

Further Information:

KA-50 Black Shark Basic Course (DCS) / Cockpit Briefing / Cockpit Overview / FP

 

 
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ADF

by [OFS] kaltokri / Rolf - Sunday, 27 December 2020, 9:54 PM
 

Automatic Direction Finder (dt.: Radio- oder Funkkompass)

Weiterführende Informationen:

 
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ADI

by [OFS] kaltokri / Rolf - Sunday, 27 December 2020, 9:54 PM
 

Attitude Director Indicator, artificial horizon. Gyro flight position instrument to assess the orientation of the aircraft in relation to the horizon.

 
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AFCS

by [OFS] kaltokri / Rolf - Sunday, 27 December 2020, 9:37 PM
 

Automatic Flight Control System (dt.: Automatisches Flugkontrollsystem)

Das AFCS ist eine zweigeteilte Schalttafel für die Flug-Stabilisatoren (STAB AUG) und den Autopiloten der F-14.

Weiterführende Informationen:

  • F-14 Tomcat Piloten-Basiskurs (DCS) / Cockpiteinweisung / Cockpitübersicht SKL
 
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AGL

by [OFS] kaltokri / Rolf - Sunday, 27 December 2020, 9:54 PM
 

Above Ground Level

Additional Information:

 
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AHCP

by [OFS] kaltokri / Rolf - Sunday, 14 June 2020, 9:11 PM
 

Armament HUD Control Panel (dt.:Waffen und HUD Kontrolltafel)

Während der Entwicklung von der A-10A zur A-10C wurden die meisten Waffenkontrollen auf die MFCD's verlegt. Das AHCP enthält nurmehr jene Funktionen, welche nicht über die MFCD's gesteuert werden können (u.a.: den Waffenhauptschalter, CICU, JTRS und IFFCC).

Weiterführende Informationen:

  • A-10C Warthog Basiskurs (DCS) / Cockpiteinweisung / Cockpitübersicht / VI-L
 
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AHRS

by [OFS] kaltokri / Rolf - Sunday, 27 December 2020, 9:54 PM
 

Attitude and Heading Reference System

Part of an aircraft’s initial navigation system driven by ring lasers and accelerometers.  

Further Information: Wikipedia

 
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AI

by [OFS] Gosling (en) / Jerry - Friday, 25 September 2020, 6:30 PM
 

Attitude Indicator

The main instrument of understanding the aircraft‘s attitude with respect to earth’s surface.  

It is a gyro (or graphical representation) driven by either:

  • A mechanism to maintain its orientation relative to the earth’s surface through rigidity and precession.  
  • A ring laser and accelerometer driven Attitude and Heading Reference System (AHRS)

It is normally mounted centrally on an aircraft main instrument panel.  It can be implemented as graphics within a “glass cockpit”.  

Further Information: Wikipedia

See also: AH, AHRS, INS

 
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AM

by [OFS] kaltokri / Rolf - Sunday, 27 December 2020, 9:54 PM
 

Amplitude Modulation

Additional Information:

 
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AMPCD

by [OFS] kaltokri / Rolf - Wednesday, 26 August 2020, 9:17 AM
 

Advanced Multipurpose Colour Display

The AMPCD (hereinafter simply referred to as MPCD) is a multicoloured digital display that is suitable for night vision goggles and can display any format that can be selected using the menu, apart from the air-to-ground RADAR display.

Source: <InstallDir>\Mods\aircraft\FA-18C\Doc\DCS FA-18C Early Access Guide EN.pdf

Additional information:

  • F/A-18C Hornet basic course (DCS) / cockpit briefing / cockpit overview / VI-M
 
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Anti Skid

by [OFS] kaltokri / Rolf - Sunday, 27 December 2020, 9:54 PM
 

Anti Skid (dt.: Antiblockiersystem)

Verhindert das Blockieren der Räder beim bremsen.

Weiterführende Informationen:

Antiblockiersystem

 
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AOA

by [OFS] kaltokri / Rolf - Sunday, 27 December 2020, 9:54 PM
 

Angle of Attack

Additional Information:

 
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AoB

by [OFS] kaltokri / Rolf - Sunday, 27 December 2020, 9:54 PM
 

Angle of Bank

The angle of rotation of the aircraft about the longitudinal axis with respect to the earth horizon.  

Further Information: Wikipedia

 
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APT

by [OFS] Gosling (en) / Jerry - Thursday, 7 January 2021, 12:24 AM
 

Attitude, Power, Trim

A method specifically for levelling off from a climb.  

ATTITUDE - Pitch from the Climb attitude to the Straight and Level attitude expected for the required speed.  

POWER - Adjust the throttle to provide the expected power required for the desired speed.  

TRIM - Trim the aircraft in pitch to minimise stick forces so the aircraft maintain the chosen attitude wits minimal input from you.  

See also: PAAT

 
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APU

by [OFS] kaltokri / Rolf - Sunday, 27 December 2020, 9:59 PM
 

Auxiliary Power Unit

An additional engine switched on before the main engine(s) are started in order to supply the required electrical energy (and compressed air).

Additional Information:

 
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Artificial Horizon

by [OFS] Gosling (en) / Jerry - Saturday, 19 March 2022, 2:47 PM
 

 

The main instrument of understanding the aircraft‘s attitude with respect to earth’s surface.  

It is a gyro (or graphical representation) driven by either:

  • A mechanism to maintain its orientation relative to the earth’s surface through rigidity and precession.  
  • A ring laser and accelerometer driven Attitude and Heading Reference System (AHRS)

It is normally mounted centrally on an aircraft main instrument panel.  It can be implemented as graphics within a “glass Cockpit”.  

Further Information: Wikipedia

See also: AI, AHRS, INS

 
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ASE

by [OFS] Rufuz - Saturday, 30 April 2022, 6:50 PM
 

(AH-64D Apache) Aircraft Survivability Equipment (Page)

The ASE page provides a de-cluttered, azimuth-only display of any radar or laser threats detected by the aircraft defensive systems, and allows the aircrew to manage the survivability equipment onboard the aircraft, such as the RLWR and chaff dispenser.

 
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ATC

by [OFS] kaltokri / Rolf - Sunday, 27 December 2020, 9:54 PM
 

Air Traffic Control

Additional Information:

 
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ATIS

by [OFS] kaltokri / Rolf - Sunday, 27 December 2020, 9:54 PM
 

Automatic Terminal Information Service

Additional Information:

 
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BARCAP

by [OFS] kaltokri / Rolf - Sunday, 27 December 2020, 9:54 PM
 

Mission type Barrier Combat Air Patrol: Protect a lane from enemy penetration.

 
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Basic-T

by [OFS] kaltokri / Rolf - Sunday, 27 December 2020, 9:54 PM
 

Basic flight instruments: Airspeed indicator, artificial horizon, altimeter and gyro. In most cockpits organized in form of a "T".

 
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Bingo

by [OFS] Gosling (en) / Jerry - Friday, 25 September 2020, 6:30 PM
 

Bingo Fuel

The fuel required to fly directly back to base in a straight line.  

 
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BUCS

by [OFS] Rufuz - Saturday, 30 April 2022, 6:50 PM
 

(AH-64D Apache) Back-Up Control System

Normally, the pilot and CPG flight controls are mechanically linked. The mechanical linkages are protected by shear pins and mis-track sensors to prevent a control jam or severance from affecting both sets of flight controls. If the flight controls are decoupled by the shear pin, or a mis-track is otherwise sensed, the Back-Up Control System is automatically activated. The BUCS is a single-channel, four-axis, non-redundant electric fly-by-wire (FBW) system. The FBW system is designed to replicate the feel of the hydromechanical controls but does not replicate SCAS functionality. BUCS can only be active for the pilot or the CPG station. Either the pilot or the CPG can transfer BUCS control to their station if necessary, depending on the nature and location of the jam or severance within the flight controls.

 
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Bullseye

by [OFS] kaltokri / Rolf - Sunday, 27 December 2020, 9:54 PM
 

Das Bullseye ist ein vordefinierter Punkt, der als Referenz für Funkrufe zur Angabe einer Position verwendet wird. Wenn beispielsweise jemand sagt, dass er einen Radarkontakt bei "Bullseye 050 at 30 miles" hat, ist der Radarkontakt 30 Meilen vom Bullseye-Punkt bei einem Kurs von 050 (etwa Nordosten) entfernt.

Bully wird verwendet, wenn der Funkverkehr vom Feind abgehört werden kann. Da der Bullseye-Punkt vor dem Flug vereinbart und nicht über Funk angegeben wird, kann der Feind bei Verwendung der Bullseye-Terminologie nicht feststellen, auf welchen Punkt sie sich beziehen. Darüber hinaus trägt die Verwendung von Bullseye-Koordinaten zur Verbesserung des Situationsbewusstseins bei, da es sich um einen absoluten Bezugsrahmen handelt. Wenn AWACS einem anderen Flugzeug mitteilt, dass es bei "3 Uhr, 25 Meilen" feindliche Jäger hat, hat er keine Ahnung, wo sie sich befinden. Wenn man jedoch sagt, dass sich die Jäger bei "Bullseye 120 bei 100 Meilen" befinden, weiß man genau, wo sie sich befinden.

Quelle: Falconpedia

 
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CAS

by [OFS] kaltokri / Rolf - Wednesday, 6 January 2021, 3:14 PM
 

Close Air Support is a mission type where ground units are supported by friendly air units that attack and destroy enemy ground units.

Additional Information:

 
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CAVOC

by [OFS] kaltokri / Rolf - Wednesday, 23 December 2020, 10:27 PM
 

CAVOK ist eine Abkürzung für Clouds And Visibility OK (zu deutsch Wolken und Sicht in Ordnung). Diese Abkürzung für eine Wetterbeschreibung wird in der Luffahrt verwendet. Damit werden gute Bedingungen für den Sichtflug ohne Einschränkungen gemeldet.Der Begriff wird unter anderem in ATIS-Meldungen, bei Meteorological Aviation Routine Weather Report (METAR) und Terminal Aerodrome Forecast (TAF) verwendet.

Weitere Informationen:

 
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CCIP

by [OFS] kaltokri / Rolf - Sunday, 27 December 2020, 9:54 PM
 

Continuously Computed Impact Point.

This is a calculated visual drop mode with manual weapon release. This mode allows a high degree of flexibility as the point on the ground where the weapon will hit is continuously indicated by a CCIP crosshair on the HUD. It is not necessary to lock the target. Simply put; bring the thing over the thing and drop the bomb.

Source: DCS FA-18C Early Access Guide.pdf

Additional Information:

 
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CCRP

by [OFS] kaltokri / Rolf - Sunday, 27 December 2020, 9:54 PM
 

Continuously Computed Release Point.

This is a calculated visual drop mode with manual or automatic weapon release. This mode allows the bomb to be dropped without loss of height as the point on the ground where the weapon will hit is continuously calculated and the HUD indicates when the weapon must be released. This is done by designating the target.

Additional Information:

 
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CDU

by [OFS] kaltokri / Rolf - Sunday, 14 June 2020, 9:11 PM
 

Control Display Unit (dt. gibt es keine Übersetzung)

Die CDU dient u.a. der Eingabe von Daten in das Flight Managment System (z.B.: Wegpunkten).

Weiterführende Informationen:

  • A-10C Warthog Basiskurs (DCS) / Cockpiteinweisung / Cockpitübersicht / RK
  • Wikipedia
 
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Charlie

by [OFS] Gosling (en) / Jerry - Friday, 25 September 2020, 6:30 PM
 

Charlie Time

The planned landing time on a vessel.  Often also used for landing ashore.  Usually the expected end of the sortie.  

 
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Chicken

by [OFS] Gosling (en) / Jerry - Friday, 25 September 2020, 6:30 PM
 

Chicken Fuel

The minimum fuel required to continue the route as planned.  

 
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CICU

by [OFS] kaltokri / Rolf - Sunday, 14 June 2020, 9:11 PM
 

Central Interface Control Unit (dt.:Zentrale Interface Kontrolleinheit)

Weiterführende Informationen:

  • A-10C Warthog Basiskurs (DCS) / Cockpiteinweisung / Cockpitübersicht / VI-L
 
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Clock Code

by [OFS] Gosling (en) / Jerry - Friday, 25 September 2020, 6:30 PM
 

Clock Code

This has two meanings depending upon its application.  

Lookout - When applied to Lookout, Clock Code is a method of identifying an azimuth direction from the aircraft.  Directions from the aircraft begin from 12 O’clock being directly ahead with 6 O’clock being directly astern.  

E.g. 4 O’clock indicates a direction past the abeam on the right side of the aircraft.  

Drift - When applied to Drift, Clock Code is a method of mental arithmetic to estimate the Sin() function.  The difference between the wind direction and the aircraft‘s flight path is compared to minutes of a clock.  The resulting potion of the hour is the portion of Max Drift to be used to estimate the angular correction to make to offset the aircraft‘s heading and so allow for drift, thus keeping the aircraft on track.  

E.g. 30˚ implies 30 minutes which is half an hour and so half the Max Drift should be applied towards the wind for the aircraft to maintain the desired track.  

 
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CLP

by [OFS] kaltokri / Rolf - Sunday, 14 June 2020, 9:11 PM
 

Caution Light Panel (dt.: Warnlichttafel)

Weiterführende Informationen:

  • A-10C Warthog Basiskurs (DCS) / Cockpiteinweisung / Cockpitübersicht / RK
 
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CMS

by [OFS] Rufuz - Saturday, 30 April 2022, 6:50 PM
 

(A-10C Warthog) Counter Measures Set

The A-10C has a defensive system that helps alert and protect you against enemy weapon systems with radar and laser illumination. This includes support for Electronic Counter Measure (ECM) pods, chaff and flare dispensers, a radar warning receiver set, and a Missile Warning System (MWS). These systems are combined to form the CounterMeasures Set (CMS). The CMS has two primary panels: the Countermeasures Signal Processor (CMSP) panel and the Countermeasures Set Control (CMSC) panel.

 
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DCA

by [OFS] kaltokri / Rolf - Sunday, 27 December 2020, 9:54 PM
 

Mission type Defensive Counter Air: Protect friendly assets in and around the station area.

 
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DDI

by [OFS] kaltokri / Rolf - Wednesday, 26 August 2020, 9:19 AM
 

Digital Display Indicator

This is a three-color color display that shows the data required to control various systems. There are 20 selector buttons on the DDI that can be used to display functions and modes.

Source: <InstallDir>\Mods\aircraft\FA-18C\Doc\DCS FA-18C Early Access Guide EN.pdf

Additional information:

  • F/A-18C Hornet basic course (DCS) / cockpit instruction / cockpit overview / VI-L& VI-R
 
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Discord

by [OFS] kaltokri / Rolf - Monday, 28 February 2022, 6:53 PM
 

Discord ist eine Software mit der man Server zu bestimmten Themen einrichten kann und dort Text-Kanäle (Chat-Räume) und Sprach-Kanäle (für Audio-Konferenzen ala TeamSpeak) anbieten kann. Auch die Übertragung des eigenen Bilschirms (Streaming) ist möglich. Da man die Discord-App für alle möglichen Betriebsysteme und auch als App für Smartphones installieren kann, ist es für unsere Belange sehr gut geeignet.

Wenn du bei der OpenFlightSchool mitmachen möchtest (egal ob als Schüler oder als Tutor) dann solltest du unserem Discord-Server beitreten. Um das zu tun klicke einfach auf folgenden Link:

Discord

 
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DLC

by [OFS] kaltokri / Rolf - Sunday, 27 December 2020, 9:37 PM
 

Direct Lift Control (dt.: direkte Auftriebskontrolle)

Das DLC ist ein System von Klappen die im Landeanflug verwendet werden können, um den Auftrieb zu verändern ohne den AOA zu beeinflussen. Gesteuert werden die Klappen über einen Schalter am HOTAS Steuerknüppel.

Weiterführende Informationen:

  • F-14 Tomcat Piloten-Basiskurs (DCS) / Cockpiteinweisung / Cockpitübersicht HOTAS

 

 
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DSMS

by [OFS] kaltokri / Rolf - Thursday, 24 September 2020, 9:59 PM
 

DSMS Digital Stores Management System

 
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EAC

by [OFS] kaltokri / Rolf - Sunday, 14 June 2020, 9:11 PM
 

Enhanced Attitude Control (dt. etwa verbesserte Fluglage Kontrolle)

Das EAC wird mit einem Schalter am LASTE eingeschaltet.

Weiterführende Informationen:

  • A-10C Warthog Basiskurs (DCS) / Cockpiteinweisung / Cockpitübersicht / LK
 
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ECS

by [OFS] Rufuz - Saturday, 30 April 2022, 6:51 PM
 

(AH-64D Apache) Environmental Control System

The ECS provides crewmember comfort through ventilation, heating, and air conditioning. Ventilation is provided by pilot and CPG gaspers, which can be opened to admit outside air into the cockpit. The ECS also powers ventilation fans that provide forced air exchange between the cockpits and for avionics cooling.

 
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ECU

by [OFS] Rufuz - Saturday, 30 April 2022, 6:51 PM
 

(AH-64D Apache) Electronic Control Unit

Detects overspeed and overcurrent anomalies, as well as abnormal oil pressure. The ECU will automatically shut down the APU when an anomaly is detected. The ECU also controls the power takeoff (PTO) clutch engagement to the accessory section of the main transmission.

 
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EEG

by [OFS] kaltokri / Rolf - Sunday, 27 December 2020, 9:49 PM
 

Electronic Engine Governor

The electronic engine governor controls the fuel flow to the engines so that the pilot does not have to operate the engine throttle when controlling the collective.

Further Information:

KA-50 Black Shark Basic Course (DCS) / Cockpit Instruction / Cockpit Overview / SP

 
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EEP

by [OFS] kaltokri / Rolf - Sunday, 14 June 2020, 9:11 PM
 

Electrical Power Panel (dt.: Kontrollen für die elektrischen Systeme)

EEP ist keine "offizielle" Abkürzung, wird in unseren Kursen aber verwendet.

Weiterführende Informationen:

  • A-10C Warthog Basiskurs (DCS) / Cockpiteinweisung / Cockpitübersicht / RK
 
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EGI

by [OFS] kaltokri / Rolf - Sunday, 14 June 2020, 9:11 PM
 

Embedded GPS/INS navigation system (dt.: eingebettetes GPS/INS Navigationssytem)

Das EGI beinhaltet die CDU und das AAP.

Weiterführende Informationen:

  • A-10C Warthog Basiskurs (DCS) / Cockpiteinweisung / Cockpitübersicht / RK
 
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EGT

by [OFS] Gosling (en) / Jerry - Sunday, 27 December 2020, 9:57 PM
 

 

The Exhaust Gas Temperature of a jet engine is one of two primary measurements of engine performance.  The temperature is usually measured at the Power Turbine that drives a shaft through the centre of the engine to spin the blades of the multi-stage compressor. 

Additional Information:

 
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EKRAN

by [OFS] kaltokri / Rolf - Sunday, 27 December 2020, 9:49 PM
 

Экран (English: Screen or Display)

The EKRAN is the internal diagnosis and warning system of the KA-50.

Further Information:

KA-50 Black Shark Basic Course (DCS) / Cockpit Instruction / Cockpit Overview / FP
KA-50 Black Shark Basic Course (DCS) / Cockpit Instruction / Cockpit Overview / HP

 
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EPMS

by [OFS] Rufuz - Saturday, 30 April 2022, 6:51 PM
 

(AH-64D Apache) Electrical Power Management System

Electrical aircraft power is managed by the EPMS. The EPMS is a fully redundant and automatic power system consisting of a distributor for battery, AC, and DC power.

 
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FCS

by [OFS] kaltokri / Rolf - Sunday, 23 August 2020, 9:50 PM
 

Flight Control System

The Flight Control System includes:

  • Primary flight control surfaces - ailerons, twin rudders, differential/collective leading edge flaps, differential/collective trailing edge flaps and differential/ collective stabilators
  • The controls - stick, rudder pedals, flap elector switch.  
  • Flight Control Computers - Two duplicate computers, A and B
  • Hydraulic Actuators operated by dual Hydraulic Systems
  • Electrical and Mechanical backup controls.  

Further information:

  • F/A-18C Hornet Basic Course (DCS) / Cockpit briefing / Cockpit overview/ LK
 
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FEEL

by [OFS] Gosling (en) / Jerry - Friday, 25 September 2020, 6:30 PM
 

Fuel, Engine, Electrics, Location

A method of ensuring the aircraft has sufficient fuel for the task, is operating correctly and that you know where you are. 

All Aircraft

FUEL - Check the quantity against the expected quantity at that stage of the flight.  Consider this as an amount up or down and compare that to the wind you have experienced so far.  Also ensure that the fuel tanks are in balance and correct with fuel transfer if needed.  

ENGINE - Check the engine instruments for any fluctuations or unusual readings.  

ELECTRICS - Check the generator is providing charge to the battery.  

LOCATION - Check your location is as you expect and you know where the nearest air station is in the case of an emergency.  

Modern Aircraft

The additional systems of a modern aircraft often require a little more than just the above FEEL.  Consider this as FEEL+ and can include things like:

HYDRAULICS - Check the Temperature and Pressure

OXYGEN - Check the contents, flow and pressure

CABIN - Check the Pressurisation and Temperature

Combat Situations

Again, Combat situations may require further checks, see Fence In and Fence Out

Repetitive

These checks should be conducted about every 20 mins (as a minimum after each 30 mins) or after each change of altitude or turning point of a navigation exercise.

 
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FF

by [OFS] kaltokri / Rolf - Sunday, 27 December 2020, 9:54 PM
 

Fuel Flow (dt.: Kraftstoffdurchfluss)

Weiterführende Informationen:

  • A-10C Warthog Basiskurs (DCS) / Cockpiteinweisung / Cockpitübersicht VI-R
  • F-14 Tomcat Piloten-Basiskurs (DCS) / Cockpiteinweisung / Cockpitübersicht KKL
  • F/A-18C Hornet Basiskurs (DCS) / Cockpiteinweisung / Cockpitübersicht VI-L
 
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FLIR

by [OFS] kaltokri / Rolf - Wednesday, 26 August 2020, 9:20 AM
 

Forward Looking Infrared

 

A camera operating in the Infrared spectrum. Able to display heat images and so give a thermal representation of the viewed scene.  Often in a flight wing/fuselage pod. can be slewed from the cockpit. Function can include zoom, tracking, black or white hot etc. 

Further information:

 
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FM

by [OFS] kaltokri / Rolf - Sunday, 27 December 2020, 9:54 PM
 

Frequency Modulation

Additional Information:

 
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FMC

by [OFS] Rufuz - Saturday, 30 April 2022, 6:51 PM
 

(AH-64D Apache) Flight Management Computer

The FMC provides rate damping to smooth flight control inputs and command augmentation. It also provides limited attitude and altitude hold capability for hands-off flying.

 
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FOD

by [OFS] kaltokri / Rolf - Sunday, 27 December 2020, 9:54 PM
 

steht für Foreign Object Debris (dt. Beschädigung durch Fremdkörper).

Weiter Infos:

 
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FRAGO

by [OFS] kaltokri / Rolf - Wednesday, 23 December 2020, 10:44 PM
 

Der Begriff FRAGO ist die Kurzform von Fragmentary Order und kann mit Einsatzbefehl, Ergänzungsbefehl oder Zusatzbefehl übersetzt werden. Damit wird eine Einheit über abweichende oder ergänzende Befehle zur OPORD (Operation Order) informiert. Es kann zum Beispiel kurz vor oder während einer Mission passieren, dass sich die Situation ändert und die Befehle der OPORD angepasst werden müssen. Der Befehlshaber gibt dann eine FRAGO heraus. Diese hat das selbe Format wie die OPORD, enthält aber nur die Abweichungen.

Weitere Informationen:

 
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Frecce Tricolori

by [OFS] kaltokri / Rolf - Sunday, 27 December 2020, 9:51 PM
 

”Tricolour Arrows”

Aerobatic Squadron of the Italian Air Force (Italian for "Tricoloured Arrows"). 

Flies the Aeromacchi MB-339 PAN.

 
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FSCP

by [OFS] kaltokri / Rolf - Sunday, 14 June 2020, 9:11 PM
 

Fuel System Control Panel (dt.: Treibstoffkontrollpanel)

Das FSCP beinhaltet u.a. die Schalter zum Starten der APU und der Triebwerke.

Weiterführende Informationen:

  • A-10C Warthog Basiskurs (DCS) / Cockpiteinweisung / Cockpitübersicht / LK
 
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GCU

by [OFS] Rufuz - Saturday, 30 April 2022, 6:51 PM
 

(AH-64D Apache) Generator Control Unit

AC power is provided by two brushless, air-cooled generators. Each generator outputs 45 kVA three-phase four-wire power at 115 or 200 volts and 400 Hz. Each generator has its own Generator Control Unit. A single generator is capable of handling full flight loads without shedding. The generators are mounted to the transmission accessory gearbox.

 
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GLONASS

by [OFS] kaltokri / Rolf - Sunday, 27 December 2020, 9:54 PM
 

Глоба́льная навигацио́нная спу́тниковая спу́тниковая систе́ма (Globalnaja nawigazionnaja sputnikowaja sistema) (Global Satellite Navigation System) is the Russian version of the US GPS.

Additional Information:

 
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GPS

by [OFS] kaltokri / Rolf - Sunday, 27 December 2020, 9:54 PM
 

Global Positioning System (dt.: Globales Positionsbestimmungssystem)

Dies ist ein globales Navigationssatellitensystem zur Positionsbestimmung.

Weiterführende Informationen:

 
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HARM

by [OFS] kaltokri / Rolf - Sunday, 27 December 2020, 10:05 PM
 

HARM steht für High-Speed Anti-Radiation Missle (dt.: Hochgeschwindigkeits-Anti-Radar-Rakete).

Ein Beispiel ist die AGM-88 HARM, welche bei der F/A-18C verwendet werden kann.

Weitere Informationen:

 
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HAT

by [OFS] Gosling (en) / Jerry - Friday, 25 September 2020, 6:30 PM
 

Heading, Altitude, Time

A method of conducting a turn at a waypoint during navigation.  This occurs twice, Before the turning point is the Pre-HAT and after the turning point is the Post-HAT

Pre-HAT

HEADING - Having seen the turning point (or planning to turn on time) Check the next heading from your navigation plan.  Adjust this heading for drift using Max Drift and Clock Code.  

ALTITUDE - Check if there is a required change of altitude for the next leg and the associated Safety Altitude.  

TIME - If running individual leg timing, reset the clock.  If running continuous timing for the route, note the time at the waypoint.  

At the waypoint, Restart the clock (if required), Lookout and Turn....  JUST Lookout and Turn until rolling out on heading.  Do NOTHING else.

Post-HAT

HEADING - After rolling out, check you have rolled out on your wind adjusted heading.  

ALTITUDE - Adjust your altitude for the next leg.  

TIME - Ensure the clock is running or if you forgot to note the time at the waypoint take the time now and add a few second for the turn.  

 

 
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HAVCAP

by [OFS] kaltokri / Rolf - Sunday, 27 December 2020, 9:54 PM
 

Mission type High Value Asset Protection Combat Air Patrol: A/A mission designed to protect Aircraft like Tankers or AWACS.

 
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HLT

by [OFS] Gosling (en) / Jerry - Thursday, 7 January 2021, 12:21 AM
 



This is "Attitude, Power, Trim" in English - See APT

 
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HOTAS

by [OFS] kaltokri / Rolf - Sunday, 27 December 2020, 9:54 PM
 

Hands on Throttle and Stick

HOTAS is the name for a control concept to increase flight safety, in which all control elements essential for flight performance are mounted on the Control stick and the Throttle.

Additional information:

 
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HSD

by [OFS] kaltokri / Rolf - Sunday, 27 December 2020, 9:37 PM
 

Horizontal Situation Display Indicator (dt.: horizontale Situationsanzeige)

Das HSD zeigt Navigationsdaten für den Piloten an. Es kann auch zur Spiegelung des TID des RIO's verwendet werden.

Weiterführende Informationen:

  • F-14 Tomcat Piloten-Basiskurs (DCS) / Cockpiteinweisung / Cockpitübersicht / MK
 
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HSI

by [OFS] kaltokri / Rolf - Sunday, 27 December 2020, 9:54 PM
 

Horizontal Situation Indicator

Additional Information:

 
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HUD

by [OFS] kaltokri / Rolf - Sunday, 27 December 2020, 9:54 PM
 

Head Up Display

A display device to project information into the pilot's field of view so that he can simultaneously keep an eye on the surroundings outside the aircraft / helicopter when reading.

Additional Information:

 
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IAF

by [OFS] kaltokri / Rolf - Sunday, 27 December 2020, 9:54 PM
 

Initial Approach Fix

A waypoint at which the standard approach procedure to an airfield starts.

Additional Information:

 
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ICAO

by [OFS] kaltokri / Rolf - Sunday, 27 December 2020, 9:54 PM
 

International Civil Aviation Organization

Additional Information:

 
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IFEI

by [OFS] kaltokri / Rolf - Sunday, 23 August 2020, 9:50 PM
 

Integrated Fuel / Engine Indicator

Functionality:

  • Engine - RPM, EGT
  • Fuel Quantities - Total, Internal, Wing Tanks, Drop Tanks, Bingo Setting
  • Time - Date, Time Zone and Time Setting, Stop Watch, Elapsed Time. 

Further information:

  • F/A-18C Hornet basic course (DCS) / cockpit instruction / Cockpit overview / VI-L
 
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IFF

by [OFS] kaltokri / Rolf - Sunday, 27 December 2020, 9:54 PM
 

Identification Friend or Foe

Additional Information:

 
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IFFCC

by [OFS] kaltokri / Rolf - Sunday, 14 June 2020, 9:11 PM
 

Intgrated Flight and Fire Control Computer (dt.: Integriertes Flug- und Feuerkontroll-System)

Da eine Abhängigkeit zwischen IFFCC und HUD bwesteht, schaltet man beim Einschalten des IFFCC automatisch das HUD mit ein.

Weiterführende Informationen:

  • A-10C Warthog Basiskurs (DCS) / Cockpiteinweisung / Cockpitübersicht / VI-L
 
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IFR

by [OFS] kaltokri / Rolf - Sunday, 27 December 2020, 9:54 PM
 

Instrument Flight Rules

Additional Information:

 
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ILS

by [OFS] kaltokri / Rolf - Sunday, 27 December 2020, 9:54 PM
 

Instrument landing system. Radio navigation installation at the runway to provide runway centerline and glideslope guidance to aircraft operating under IFR

 
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INS

by [OFS] kaltokri / Rolf - Sunday, 27 December 2020, 9:54 PM
 

Inertial Navigation System (dt.: inertiales Navigationssystem = Trägheitsnavigationssystem)

alternative Bezeichnung:

INU - Inertial Navigation Unit (dt.: inertiale Navigationseinheit) 

Weiterführende Informationen:

 

 
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IPAS

by [OFS] Rufuz - Saturday, 30 April 2022, 6:52 PM
 

(AH-64D Apache) Integrated Pressurized Air System

The IPAS provides pressurized air to aircraft pneumatic systems. Bleed air is drawn from two ports: a high-pressure port is exclusively used to pressurize the hydraulic systems, and a low-pressure port is used by all other consumers. Low-pressure air is used by the engine air turbine starters, fuel boost and transfer pumps, anti-ice system, ice detection probe, nitrogen inerting unit, vapor cycle cooling system, and environmental control system. IPAS bleed air can be provided by one or both engines, the APU, or an external source such as an AGPU.

 
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ISA

by [OFS] kaltokri / Rolf - Sunday, 27 December 2020, 9:54 PM
 

International Standard Atmosphere

Additional Information:

 
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JTAC

by [OFS] kaltokri / Rolf - Wednesday, 6 January 2021, 3:16 PM
 

Die Abkürzung JTAC steht für Joint Terminal Attack Controller und wird auf deutsch als Fliegerleitoffizier bezeichnet. Eine alternative Benennung ist FAC (Forward Air Control bzw. Forward Air Controller)

Er begleitet Bodentruppen und koordiniert den Einsatz von Hubschraubern oder Flugzeugen. Manche JTAC Einheiten sind in der Lage das Ziel mittels Laser und/oder Rauch zu markieren oder die Koordinaten zu ermitteln und mitzuteilen. Aber auch Informationen zur Umgebung, umliegende Bedrohungen, An- und Abflugsrichtung, Lage verbündeter Einheiten und einzusetzende Bewaffnung kann ein JTAC dem Piloten übermitteln. Der sogenannte 9-Liner ist eine standarisierte Form um Missverständnisse zu vermeiden.

Weiterführende Informationen:

 
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JTRS

by [OFS] kaltokri / Rolf - Sunday, 14 June 2020, 9:11 PM
 

Joint Tactical Radio System (dt. etwa gemeinsames taktisches Funksystem)

JTRS ist ein zentrales System für abhörsichere Funk- und Datenverbindungen.

Quelle: DCS A-10C Flight Manual DE.pdf

Weiterführende Informationen:

  • A-10C Warthog Basiskurs (DCS) / Cockpiteinweisung / Cockpitübersicht / VI-L
 
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K-041

by [OFS] kaltokri / Rolf - Sunday, 27 December 2020, 9:49 PM
 

The K-041 "Rubikon" is the control, navigation and target system of the KA-50.  It consists of an integrated computer system with five subunits (combat, navigation, data display, target identification and weapon control).  When the K-041 is switched on, the Shkval display is also powered up.  

Further Information:

KA-50 Black Shark Basic Course (DCS) / Cockpit Instruction / Cockpit Overview / LP

 
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LAI

by [OFS] Gosling (en) / Jerry - Friday, 25 September 2020, 6:30 PM
 

Lookout, Attitude, Instruments

A method of maintaining a good Lookout whilst ensuring the aircraft maintain the desired altitude, heading and speed.  

LOOKOUT - This is completed in two stages, beginning with the Right hemisphere.  Look as deep into your 5 o’clock as you can and scan fully up and down whilst progressing you Lookout back to the ahead.  

ATTITUDE - Whilst looking ahead assess you aircraft‘s attitude to the horizon.  Ensure it remain where you desired.  

INSTRUMENTS - Check that this attitude is maintain your chosen flight path by checking the instruments:

  • Attitude Indicator (AI) - Check the AI matches your attitude.  
  • Altimeter - Either Barometric Altimeter (BarAlt) or Radar Altimeter (RadAlt) - Are you on height.
  • Rate of Climb or Decent Indicator (RCDI) - Is it reading zero.
  • Airspeed Indicator (ASI) - Are you on your chosen speed.  
  • Horizontal Situation Indicator (HSI - Compass) - Are you on heading.

See also: SHT for a method of correcting errors

 
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LASTE

by [OFS] kaltokri / Rolf - Sunday, 14 June 2020, 9:11 PM
 

Low Altitude Safety and Targeting Enhancement (dt. etwa Zielhilfe und Tiefflugsicherheitssystem)

Das LASTE beinhaltet u.a. die Autopilotensteuerung.

Weiterführende Informationen:

  • A-10C Warthog Basiskurs (DCS) / Cockpiteinweisung / Cockpitübersicht / LK
 
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LATN

by [OFS] kaltokri / Rolf - Wednesday, 21 July 2021, 9:16 PM
 

LATN ist die Abkürzung für Low Altitude Tactical Navigation.

 
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LBHMMS

by [OFS] Rufuz - Saturday, 30 April 2022, 6:52 PM
 

(AH-64D Apache) Longbow Hellfire Modular Missile System

The LBHMMS provides precision fire capability against point targets at long range. The AGM-114K “Kilo” and AGM-114L “Lima” Hellfires were designed as modern-day tank killers, able to defeat any known armor on the battlefield.

 
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Leonardo

by [OFS] kaltokri / Rolf - Sunday, 27 December 2020, 9:51 PM
 

Italian aerospace and defence group (formerly Finmeccanica).

See also: Leonardo_S.p.A (Wikipedia).

 
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LOI

by [OFS] Gosling (en) / Jerry - Friday, 25 September 2020, 6:30 PM
 

Limitation, Operation, Indication

A method of ensuring aircraft limitations are not exceeded when changing aircraft configuration.  

LIMITATION - Before operating any control that will change the configuration of the aircraft like the Flaps, check that the aircraft is within the limitations for that configuration change.  

OPERTION - Select the new configuration.  

INDICATION - Check that the configuration change has been successful by the control indicator.  

E.g. If the Landing Gear speed limitation is 175 kts the process is:

  • Speed below 175
  • Select Gear Down
  • Gear Travelling .... Three Greens
 
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M-TADS

by [OFS] Rufuz - Saturday, 30 April 2022, 6:52 PM
 

(AH-64D Apache) Modernized Target Acquisition Designation Sight

The M-TADS is a long-range, precision engagement and pilotage solution for day, night, and adverse weather missions.

 
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MANPADS

by [OFS] kaltokri / Rolf - Sunday, 27 December 2020, 10:05 PM
 

Man Portable Air Defense System

Additional Information:

 
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Max Drift

by [OFS] Gosling (en) / Jerry - Friday, 25 September 2020, 6:30 PM
 

Max Drift

A method of assessing the effect of wind on the aircraft drift from track.  

MAX DRIFT - The maximum drift an aircraft will suffer from a wind directly abeam the flight path.  This is estimated by taking the windspeed and dividing it by the aircraft’s speed in nm / minute.  

E.g. An aircraft flying at 240 kts is covering 4 nm / minute.  With a wind from directly abeam with a speed of 20 kts the aircraft will suffer a drift of 5˚.  

20 / 4 = 5

See also: Clock Code

 
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MFCD

by [OFS] kaltokri / Rolf - Sunday, 14 June 2020, 9:11 PM
 

Multifunction Color Display (dt.: Mehrzweck-Farbdisplay)

Im Zuge der Aufwertung von der A-10A zur A-10C wurden zwei MFCD's an der vorderen Instrumententafel verbaut. Diese dienen u.a. der Statusüberwachung des Flugzeugs als auch dem Waffeneinsatz (z.B.:Maverick).

Weiterführende Informationen:

  • A-10C Warthog Basiskurs (DCS) / Cockpiteinweisung / Cockpitübersicht / VI-L
  • A-10C Warthog Basiskurs (DCS) / Cockpiteinweisung / Cockpitübersicht / VI-R

 

 
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MGRS

by [OFS] kaltokri / Rolf - Sunday, 27 December 2020, 10:13 PM
 

Military Grid Reference System (dt. Militärisches Rasterreferenz-System)

Beim MGRS handelt es sich um ein rechtwinkliges Planquadrat-orientiertes geografisches Meldesystem. Es basiert auf dem UTM-Koordinatensystem. Daher werden beide Begriffe (MGRS & UTM) genutzt.

Weitere Informationen:

 

 
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MOD

by [OFS] kaltokri / Rolf - Sunday, 27 December 2020, 9:54 PM
 

Unofficial modification from the user community for DCS World, e.g. Airplanes, graphic adjustments or tools

 
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Morsecode

by [OFS] kaltokri / Rolf - Sunday, 27 December 2020, 9:54 PM
 

Die Morsezeichen, manchmal auch Morsealphabet oder Morsecode genannt, sind ein Zeichensatz zur Übermittlung von Buchstaben, Ziffern und übrigen Zeichen. Dabei wird ein direktes Signal ein- und ausgeschaltet. Es besteht aus drei Symbolen: kurzes Signal, langes Signal und Pause.

Quelle und weitere Informationen:

 
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MSL

by [OFS] kaltokri / Rolf - Sunday, 27 December 2020, 9:54 PM
 

Mean Sea Level

Definition: The average level of the surface of one or more of Earth's bodies of water.

Use: MSL is the zero from which elevation is measured for altitude data.

Additional Information:

 
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NAVEX

by [OFS] Gosling (en) / Jerry - Friday, 25 September 2020, 6:30 PM
 

Navigation Exercise

A flight primarily aimed at exercising navigation skills

 
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NDB

by [OFS] kaltokri / Rolf - Sunday, 27 December 2020, 9:54 PM
 

Non-Directional (radio) Beacon (dt. Ungerichtetes Funkfeuer bzw. Kreisfunkfeuer).

Weiterführende Informationen:

 

 
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NIU

by [OFS] Rufuz - Saturday, 30 April 2022, 6:52 PM
 

(AH-64D Apache) Nitrogen Inerting Unit

The fuel cells are inerted using nitrogen to reduce the risk of fire. The NIU is completely self-contained and automatic. It uses aircraft power and pressurized air and generates an inerted mix containing around 99% nitrogen. This inerted gas is used to pressurize the internal cells. It is also routed to the IAFS during fuel transfer.

 
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NMSP

by [OFS] kaltokri / Rolf - Sunday, 14 June 2020, 9:11 PM
 

Navigation Mode Select Panel (dt.: Navigationsmodus Auswahl Panel)

Weiterführende Information:

  • A-10C Warthog Basiskurs (DCS) / Cockpiteinweisung / Cockpitübersicht / VI-M
 
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NOE

by [OFS] kaltokri / Rolf - Wednesday, 23 December 2020, 10:33 PM
 

Die Abkürzung steht für Nap-of-the-earth und wird im deutschen als Konturenflug bezeichnet. Dies ist ein Flugmanöver bei dem Hubschrauber und militärische Flugzeuge dicht über dem Boden fliegen um eine Sichtung oder eine Radarerfassung zu vermeiden.

Weitere Informationen:

 
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NTTR

by [OFS] kaltokri / Rolf - Wednesday, 21 July 2021, 9:06 PM
 

NTTR steht für Nevada Test and Training Range und ist eine der beiden Übungsgebiete der Nellis Air Force Base in Nevada.

Quelle: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Nevada_Test_and_Training_Range

 
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NWS

by [OFS] kaltokri / Rolf - Sunday, 27 December 2020, 9:54 PM
 

Nosewheel Steering (dt.: Bugradsteuerung)

Bei vielen Flugzeugen wird das NWS über einen Knopf am HOTAS ein und ausgeschaltet (F-14, A-10C) bzw. die Beweglichkeit des Bugrades einschränken (F-15).

Weiterführende Informationen:

  • A-10C Warthog Basiskurs (DCS) / Cockpiteinweisung / Cockpitübersicht / HOTAS
  • F-14 Tomcat Piloten-Basiskurs (DCS) / Cockpiteinweisung / Cockpitübersicht / HOTAS
  • F/A-18C Hornet Basiskurs (DCS) / Cockpiteinweisung / Cockpitübersicht / HOTAS
  • Wikipedia
 
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OAT

by [OFS] Gosling (en) / Jerry - Friday, 25 September 2020, 6:30 PM
 

Outside Air Temperature

The temperature of the air around the aircraft.  

Low temperature causes the air to be more dense and so appear as if the aircraft is flying lower when assessed on a Barometric Altimeter.  

Average Air Temperature at sea level for the ICAO Standard Atmosphere is 15°

Wiki: Outside Air Temperature

 
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OBOGS

by [OFS] kaltokri / Rolf - Sunday, 23 August 2020, 9:50 PM
 

Onboard Oxygen Generation System

Further information:

  • F/A-18C Hornet basic course (DCS) / cockpit instruction / cockpit overview / LK
 
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OPORD

by [OFS] kaltokri / Rolf - Wednesday, 23 December 2020, 10:49 PM
 

Dabei handelt es sich um die Abkürzung für Operation Order. Im deutschen werden die die Begriffe Operationsbefehl (Brigade und höher) bzw. Einsatzbefehl (Regiment und darunter) verwendet.

Weitere Informationen:

 
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PAAT

by [OFS] Gosling (en) / Jerry - Friday, 25 September 2020, 6:30 PM
 

Progressively Adjust the Attitude and Trim

PROGRESSIVELY ADJUST the ATTITUDE - As an aircraft accelerates from a Climbing speed to a Straight and Level speed the lift initially generated by the initial attitude of attack increases as the speed increase.  If attention is not paid to this the aircraft will begin to climb.  The attitude will need to be progressively reduced as the speed increases.  

and TRIM - At each stage of attitude change the trim will need to be adjusted to ensure the aircraft maintain the new attitude with minimal input from you.  

 
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PAPI

by [OFS] kaltokri / Rolf - Sunday, 27 December 2020, 9:54 PM
 

Precision Approach Path Indicator

Additional Information:

 
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PAR

by [OFS] kaltokri / Rolf - Sunday, 27 December 2020, 9:54 PM
 

Precision Approach Radar (dt. Präzisionsanflugradar)

 
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PAT

by [OFS] Gosling (en) / Jerry - Friday, 25 September 2020, 6:30 PM
 

Power, Attitude, Trim

A method of changing airspeed whilst maintaining level flight, or levelling off from a descent.  

POWER - Adjust the throttle to give the expected required power for the new Straight and Level speed.  

ATTITUDE - Adjust the aircraft in pitch to the expected attitude for that speed.  

TRIM - Trim any stick forces to a minimum so that the aircraft maintains the new attitude with minimal attention from you.  

 
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PB

by [OFS] kaltokri / Rolf - Wednesday, 26 August 2020, 9:23 AM
 


Push Button

PB's in the F/A-18C designate the buttons around the AMPCD and DDI's (20 each). The screens show the current options of the buttons next to the PB's. When pressed, the screen either switches to the specified page, or the activated option is framed to indicate that it is selected or active. If there is nothing next to the PB, it has no function at the moment.

In our courses we name the buttons after their function. In other sources they are numbered consecutively (from the bottom left corner clockwise e.g: PB 19 is in the bottom row of the 2nd from the left).

Further information:

  • F/A-18C Hornet basic course (DCS) / cockpit briefing / cockpit overview VI-M & VI-L & VI-R

 
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PVI-800

by [OFS] kaltokri / Rolf - Sunday, 27 December 2020, 9:49 PM
 

The PVI-800 is one of the two navigation systems of the KA-50.  It has no graphical display.  It operates independently of the ABRIS, the only exception being the graphic representation of a navigation target of the PVI-800 in the ABRIS as a blue square.  The PVI-800 is based on the INU of the KA-50.  The PVI-800 delivers the data to the route autopilot of the KA-50. 

Further Information:

KA-50 Black Shark Basic Course (DCS) / Cockpit Instruction / Cockpit Overview / RP

 
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QFE

by [OFS] kaltokri / Rolf - Sunday, 27 December 2020, 9:54 PM
 

Not an abbreviation in the strict sense. Use of Q Codes began at the time of the Morse alphabet.

Definition: The air pressure at the current location.

Memory aid for QFE: Field Elevation

Additional Information:

 
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QNH

by [OFS] kaltokri / Rolf - Sunday, 27 December 2020, 9:54 PM
 

Not an abbreviation in the strict sense. Q Codes began at the time of the Morse alphabet.

Definition: The air pressure in relation to the sea level at the current location.

Memory aid for QNH: Nautical Height

Additional Information:

 
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Ramp

by [OFS] Gosling (en) / Jerry - Friday, 25 September 2020, 6:30 PM
 

Ramp Fuel

The minimum fuel required to be in the airbase overhead prior to landing, or on deck if landing on a vessel.  

 
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RCDI

by [OFS] Gosling (en) / Jerry - Friday, 25 September 2020, 6:30 PM
 

Rate of Climb or Descent Indicator

A Variometer.  It is a barometer based instrument that has a controlled leak that allows it to measure vertical speed.  

Further Information: Wikipedia

See also: VSI

 
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RESCAP

by [OFS] kaltokri / Rolf - Sunday, 27 December 2020, 9:54 PM
 

Mission type Rescue Combat Air Patrol: Same as HAVCAP, but protect rescue Helicopter.

 
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RIO

by [OFS] kaltokri / Rolf - Sunday, 27 December 2020, 9:37 PM
 

Radar Intercept Officer (dt. etwa Radar Abfang Offizier)

Der RIO ist in der F-14 das hintere Besatzungsmitglied. Standardmäßig werden die Aufgaben des RIO von einer von Heatblur entwickelten KI namens Jester übernommen. Im Multiplayer kann der RIO auch von einem Mitspieler gespielt werden, sofern er auch das Modul gekauft hat.

Weiterführende Informationen:

 
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RPM

by [OFS] kaltokri / Rolf - Sunday, 27 December 2020, 9:54 PM
 

Revolutions per Minute

Definition: Rotational speed of a rotating object.

Additional Information:

 
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SAI

by [OFS] kaltokri / Rolf - Sunday, 27 December 2020, 9:54 PM
 

Standby Attitude Indicator

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SAM

by [OFS] kaltokri / Rolf - Sunday, 27 December 2020, 10:05 PM
 

SAM steht für Surface to Air Missle (dt. Boden-Luft-Rakete oder Flugabwehrrakete).

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SARI

by [OFS] kaltokri / Rolf - Sunday, 23 August 2020, 9:50 PM
 

Standby Attitude Reference Indicator

A small artificial horizon.  

Usual functions - Cage, Attitude adjustment, occasionally ILS needles 

Further Information:

  • Wikipedia
  • F/A-18C Hornet Basiskurs (DCS) / Cockpiteinweisung / Cockpitübersicht / VI-R
 
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SAS

by [OFS] kaltokri / Rolf - Sunday, 14 June 2020, 9:11 PM
 

Stability Augmentation System (dt.: Stabilisierungssystem)

Weiterführende Informationen:

  • A-10C Warthog Basiskurs (DCS) / Cockpiteinweisung / Cockpitübersicht / LK
 
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SCAS

by [OFS] Rufuz - Saturday, 30 April 2022, 6:52 PM
 

(AH-64D Apache) Stability and Control Augmentation System

Hydraulic augmentation, which consists of hydraulic actuators controlled by the FMC. The command augmentation system provides consistent control feel across the full range of helicopter airspeeds. The SCAS also provides automatic turn coordination for turns above 40 knots airspeed.

 
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SEAD

by [OFS] kaltokri / Rolf - Sunday, 27 December 2020, 10:05 PM
 

SEAD steht für Suppression of Enemy Air Defences (dt. Unterdrückung feindlicher Luftabwehr)

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Shkval

by [OFS] kaltokri / Rolf - Sunday, 27 December 2020, 9:49 PM
 

The I-251 "Shkval" is the electro-optical target system of the KA-50.  The image is displayed on a monitor in the middle of the front panel.  

Further Information:

KA-50 Black Shark Basic Course (DCS) / Cockpit Instruction / Cockpit Overview / FP

 
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SHT

by [OFS] Gosling (en) / Jerry - Friday, 25 September 2020, 6:30 PM
 

Select, Hold, Trim

A method of correcting small errors in attitude.

SELECT - Adjust the aircraft attitude slightly to minimise the error that is developing

HOLD - Hold this new attitude against any stick forces. 

TRIM - Adjust the relevant trim to minimise the stick forces so that the aircraft will stay on the new attitude with little attention from you.  

 
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SMS

by [OFS] kaltokri / Rolf - Sunday, 23 August 2020, 9:50 PM
 

Stores Management System

The Stores Management System is accessed through a DDI page and allows the control of loaded external stores on the aircraft.  It displays a lot of information about the loaded weapon system and allows various parameters of those weapons to be modified in preparation for release.

 
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STAB AUG

by [OFS] kaltokri / Rolf - Sunday, 27 December 2020, 9:37 PM
 

Stability Augmentation (dt. etwa: Flug-Stabilisatoren)

Die F-14 hat drei Flug-Stabilisatoren für Nicken, Rollen und Gieren.

Weiterführende Informationen:

  • F-14 Tomcat Piloten-Basiskurs (DCS) / Cockpiteinweisung / Cockpitübersicht SKL
 
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SUTTO

by [OFS] Gosling (en) / Jerry - Friday, 25 September 2020, 6:30 PM
 

Start Up, Taxi, Take-off

Primarily referred to the fuel required to start up, taxi and take-off from the airfield to a point at which the climb is established.  

It can also refer to the time taken to get from start to established in the climb.  

 
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TA

by [OFS] kaltokri / Rolf - Sunday, 27 December 2020, 9:54 PM
 

Transition Altitude

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TACAN

by [OFS] Gosling (en) / Jerry - Saturday, 26 March 2022, 11:17 PM
 

Tactical Air Navigation, military radio beacon, similar to the VOR/DME used for civilian purposes.

A ground (or air) based navigation beacon allowing display of bearing and slant range to the beacon.  It has greater accuracy than VOR / DME.  

Codes: 127

Bands: 2 (X and Y)

A limited version of TACAN can be implemented in fighters allowing reception of range Information only.  

See also: “YARDSTICK”

Further information:

 
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TADS

by [OFS] Rufuz - Saturday, 30 April 2022, 6:53 PM
 

(AH-64D Apache) Target Acquisition Designation Sight

The AH-64A was equipped with a revolutionary new targeting system (TADS). It was designed to allow aircrews to acquire targets and steer the 30mm cannon using a helmet-mounted sight.

 
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TARCAP

by [OFS] kaltokri / Rolf - Sunday, 27 December 2020, 9:54 PM
 

Mission type Target Combat Air Patrol: Protect friendly aircrafts engaged in an operation within enemy airspace. Same as DCA but into enemy Territory.

 
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TID

by [OFS] kaltokri / Rolf - Sunday, 27 December 2020, 9:39 PM
 

Tactical Information Display (dt.: Taktische Informationsanzeige)

Das TID ist ein Bildschirm in der zentralen Konsole des RIO. Die Anzeige kann auf dem HSD, mittels eines Schalters vom Piloten aus, gespiegelt werden.

Weiterführende Informationen:

  • F-14 Tomcat Piloten-Basiskurs (DCS) / Cockpiteinweisung / Cockpitübersicht VKR
 
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TIT

by [OFS] kaltokri / Rolf - Sunday, 27 December 2020, 9:37 PM
 

Turbine Inlet Temperature (dt.: Turbineneinlasstemperatur)

Die TIT ist die Temperatur der Gase nach der Brennkammer des Triebwerkes, bevor sie auf die Turbine treffen.

Weiterführende Informationen:

  • F-14 Tomcat Piloten-Basiskurs (DCS) / Cockpiteinweisung / Cockpitübersicht KKL
 
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TL (en = TLYR)

by [OFS] kaltokri / Rolf - Sunday, 27 December 2020, 9:54 PM
 

Transition Layer (TLYR)

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TP

by [OFS] kaltokri / Rolf - Sunday, 14 June 2020, 9:11 PM
 

Throttles Panel (dt.: Schubkontrollenpanel)

Weiterführende Informationen:

  • A-10C Warthog Basiskurs (DCS) / Cockpiteinweisung / Cockpitübersicht / LK
 
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TRL (en = TL)

by [OFS] kaltokri / Rolf - Sunday, 27 December 2020, 9:54 PM
 

Transition Level

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TRU

by [OFS] Rufuz - Saturday, 30 April 2022, 6:53 PM
 

(AH-64D Apache) Transformer-Rectifier Unit

DC power is provided by two Transformer-Rectifier Units (TRUs), each providing 28 volts and 350 amps of DC power. Like the generators, a single TRU can provide sufficient power for full flight loads without shedding.

 
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UFC

by [OFS] kaltokri / Rolf - Sunday, 27 December 2020, 9:54 PM
 

Up Front Controller

The Up Front Controller was introduced in the A-10C so that important settings can be made quickly without having to look too far away from the HUD. It is a control unit whose buttons control and input of settings to other cockpit units.

For the F/A-18C this concept has been extended so that entries can only be made via the centrally located UFC.

 
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UHF

by [OFS] kaltokri / Rolf - Sunday, 27 December 2020, 9:54 PM
 

Ultra High Frequency (dt.: Dezimeterwelle)

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VDI

by [OFS] kaltokri / Rolf - Sunday, 27 December 2020, 9:37 PM
 

Vertical Display Indicator (dt.: vertikale Displayanzeige)

Das VDI zeigt Lage- und Waffendaten an.

Weiterführende Informationen:

  • F-14 Tomcat Piloten-Basiskurs (DCS) / Cockpiteinweisung / Cockpitübersicht / MK
 
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VFR

by [OFS] kaltokri / Rolf - Sunday, 27 December 2020, 9:54 PM
 

Visual Flight Rules

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VHF

by [OFS] kaltokri / Rolf - Sunday, 27 December 2020, 9:54 PM
 

Very High Frequency

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Vikhr

by [OFS] kaltokri / Rolf - Sunday, 27 December 2020, 9:49 PM
 

The Vikhr is a Russian laser guided anti-tank missile.

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VOR

by [OFS] Gosling (en) / Jerry - Sunday, 27 March 2022, 11:38 AM
 

VHF Omnidirectional Radio Range - Omnidirectional Radio Beacon which allows the pilot to determine his position in relation to the beacon, i.e. the radial of the VOR, via a display unit (RMI, HSI, etc.) in the cockpit.

Further Information: Wikipedia

 
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VSI

by [OFS] Gosling (en) / Jerry - Friday, 25 September 2020, 6:30 PM
 

Vertical Speed Indicator

A Variometer, which is a barometer that has a controlled leak so that it measures rate of climb or descent.

Further Information: Wikipedia

See also: RCDI

 

 
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VV

by [OFS] kaltokri / Rolf - Sunday, 27 December 2020, 9:37 PM
 

Velocity Vector (dt.: Geschwindigkeitsvektor)

Der VV im HUD zeigt an, wohin sich das Flugzeug bewegt.

Weiterführende Informationen:

  • F-14 Tomcat Piloten-Basiskurs (DCS) / Cockpiteinweisung / Cockpitübersicht HUD