Today, DCS World developer Eagle Dynamics made a highly anticipated aircraft available for pre-order, the MiG-29A Fulcrum.
The aircraft promises to be a highly complex “study level” simulation of the famous fighters, which has been used among others by Ukraine, Poland, and even Germany, making it a particularly versatile addition for many campaigns, including those set on the recent Cold War map.
It’s available for pre-orders at the developer’s own DCS World store, with a discounted price of $55.99. It’ll go back to $79.99 after it releases.
If you’re unfamiliar with the jet or simply want to see what it looks like, below you can enjoy a trailer.
As usual for DCS World, the aircraft will launch in early access with the following features.
- Fully interactive and highly detailed cockpit based on 3D laser scanning and photogrammetry.
- Highly detailed and accurately reproduced external model.
- Highly detailed pilot model with HMS.
- In-depth modelling of aircraft systems and equipment.
- Navigation System modes: POINT-TO-POINT mode for flying along a given route and flying to a programmed point; RETURN mode for performing a return to one of the three programmed airfields; LANDING mode for landing at both programmed and non-programmed airfields; and TRAFFIC RE-ENTRY mode for performing a re-approach to a programmed airfield in case of go around.
- Detailed model of the Gyro Systems with Fast and Long Alignment modes and onboard navigation equipment.
- The ability to program three airfields, three RSBN radio navigation beacons, and three navigation points during the mission creation phase and while flying the mission.
- Realistic modelling of the SPO-15LM “Beryoza” radar warning receiver and flare dispenser system.
- Fire Control Radar (FCR) with search and tracking modes for air targets that includes HEAD ON, PURSUIT, AUTOMAT, TWF and CLOSE COMBAT modes.
- Infrared Search and Track (IRST) and Laser Range Finder (LRF) with modes for air targets: INFRARED (IR), CLOSE COMBAT, HELMET, OPTICAL (OPT) and Boresight. LRF can be used to measure target range with automatic IRST tracking. LRF can also be used to measure slant range for ground attacks.
- Ground attack modes that include Pre-Designate OPT for use with moving targets and in windy conditions; Non-Pre designate OPT for use with stationary targets and in calm conditions; and TOSS when bombing is conducted with a 110-130 degree pitch angle.
- In order to expand the combat capabilities for a covert attack on an aerial target and counter electronic countermeasures, the interaction of the FCR and IRSTS/LRF has been modelled.
- The Kinematic Range Determination Method (KRDM) has been modelled for FCR and IRSTS/LRF. In the absence of target range data, this method provides precise range measurement.
- Basic Identify Friend or Foe (IFF) modelling.
- Early Access Guide.
- Interactive Training missions.
- Full Russian cockpit and localisation of avionics, cockpit and technical inscriptions in English.
When it finally release, it’ll get more features as follows:
- Ground Control Intercept (GCI) command system.
- Full IFF modelling.
- Full Flight Manual.
- Campaign by Eagle Dynamics.
- Increased number of missions and liveries.
If you’re unfamiliar with DCS World, it’s a free-to-play flight simulator focusing on military aviation from World War 2 to the present day. It’s available exclusively for PC.
While the sim is free-to-play, it very much requires paid modules to be fully enjoyed, including aircraft, maps, and campaigns like this one.
Recently, Eagle Dynamics unveiled its plans for the implementation of the dynamic campaign and an Instant Action Generator. We also heard about a map focused on the Mariana Islands during World War II.
The developer also provided a look at more content coming this year and beyond, including an F-15C Eagle and an F-35 Lightning II.