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F-4E Phantom II Syllabus

2026-05-18T16:27:06Z

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<pre style="color: red"> If not specified in this syllabus or in "Aircraft Procedures" all procedures are to be followed as described in the F-4E Manual. (Links below) </pre>
* [https://wiki.masterarms.se/index.php/Home#Standard_Operating_Procedures SOP]
* [https://f4.manuals.heatblur.se/f4e_manual.html F-4E manual]

Before you start up the aircraft on our servers, be sure to read about our procedures around the airfield (Linked below) to ensure everyone can have a safe training environment.
* [[Airport_Procedures|Airport procedures]]
* [[Charts|Charts]] and understand how to use the right
:- Runways (Given by ATIS)
:- Taxiways
:- TACAN/ILS Freq
:- Entry/Exit points
* [[Takeoff_Procedures|Takeoff Procedures]]
* [[Landing_Procedures|Landing Procedures]]

The goal should be to fly the F-4E as a crew (Pilot/WSO) to reach its full potential and during Qualification your examiner will fly with you as Pilot/WSO. However, you as a Pilot/WSO might need to use functions / carry out procedures that are normally carried out by the other crew member in order to train effectively on your own.


Good luck and have fun!


=Pilot=

==Basic Section==
The Basic Syllabus gives an overall picture of what is expected to be accomplished by our F-4E pilots and should be seen as a minimum level of knowledge. The syllabus should be used to identify educational needs and help you set up training goals for the next sortie. When you can complete all parts of the syllabus without the need for external assistance, you should be well prepared to complete the Basic Qualification.

===General===

====Radio/SRS====

* Set Transponder code
* Transmit/Receive on Intercom (PTT)
* Power ON/OFF and transmit/receive in both MNL/PRESET MODE using:
:- Radio 1 UHF (SRS)
* Basic [https://wiki.masterarms.se/index.php/Comms Comms] as part of a flight (not as lead)
* Tune ATIS-freq. Listen to and understand ATIS Information.

===Flying===

====Startup====

====Takeoff====

====In-flight====

====Landing====

===Combat===

====Air-To-Air====

====Air-To-Ground====

====Defence====

==Advanced Section==
(WIP)
===General===

===Flying===

===Combat===

====Air-To-Air====

====Air-To-Ground====

====Defence====

=Radar Intercept Officer=

==Basic Section==
The Basic Syllabus gives an overall picture of what is expected to be accomplished by our F-4E WSO’s and should be seen as a minimum level of knowledge. The syllabus should be used to identify educational needs and help you set up training goals for the next sortie. When you can complete all parts of the syllabus without the need for external assistance, you should be well prepared to complete the Basic Qualification.

===General===

====Radio/SRS====

* Set Transponder code
* Transmit/Receive on Itercom (PTT)
* Power ON/OFF and transmit/receive in both MNL/PRESET MODE using:
:- Radio 1 UHF (SRS)
* Basic [http://wiki.masterarms.se/index.php/Comms Comms] as part of a flight (not as lead)
* [https://wiki.masterarms.se/index.php/Mission_Procedures Comms] towards Ground/Tower/Control etc.
* Tune ATIS-freq. Listen to and understand ATIS Information.

===Flying===

====Startup====

====In-flight====

===Combat===

====Air-To-Air====

====Air-To-Ground====

====Defence====

==Advanced Section==
(WIP)
===General===

===Flying===

===Combat===

====Air-To-Air====

====Air-To-Ground====

====Defence====

OH-58D Kiowa Syllabus

2026-04-04T06:43:00Z

DeadGun: /* Air-To-Ground */

''[[Home]] >> [[Helicopter Syllabi]] >> [[OH-58D Kiowa Syllabus]]''

If not specified in the Syllabus all procedures are to be followed as described in the OH-58D. <pre style="color: red">"OH58D_User_Guide" can be found in the DCS installation folder "DCS World OpenBeta\Mods\aircraft\OH-58D\Doc"</pre>

If you are new to the MA-community, be sure to read about our procedures around the airfield (Linked below) to ensure everyone can have a safe training environment. Good luck and have fun!

* [http://wiki.masterarms.se/index.php/Airport_Procedures Airport procedures]
* [http://wiki.masterarms.se/index.php/Charts Airport charts]
:- Runways
:- Taxiways
:- TACAN/ILS Freq
:- Entry/Exit points

=Pilot=

==Basic Section==

The Basic Syllabus gives an overall picture of what is expected to be accomplished by our OH-58D Pilots and CPO’s and should be seen as a minimum level of knowledge. The syllabus should be used to identify educational needs and help you set up training goals for the next sortie. When you can complete all parts of the syllabus without the need for external assistance, you should be well prepared to complete the Basic Qualification.

===General===
====Radio/SRS====

* Set Transponder code in SRS as IFF is not modeled in OH-58D.
* Set frequency manually or presets and transmit/receive (SRS) on:
:- Radio 1 FM1
:- Radio 2 UHF
:- Radio 3 VHF
:- Radio 5 FM2
* Use intercom PTT (SRS)
* Basic [http://wiki.masterarms.se/index.php/Comms Comms] as part of a flight (not as lead)
* Listen to and understand ATIS Information.
:''*'' Recommended settings for SRS can be found [https://wiki.masterarms.se/index.php/SRS_Setup_Guide#OH-58D_Pilot here.]

====HOCAS====
* BOB UP (Understand how and when to use)

====MPD====
* Be able to read fuel quantity

====MFD====

INIT-Page
* PERFORMANCE DATA
:-Check/Set performance values used to perform "hover check"
* DATA LOADER
:- Load DTC (Data Cartridge)

VSD-Page
* Be able to read fuel flow
* Differate between waypoint and MMS indicators
* Switch between next and previus waypoint in active route
* Differate between barometric and radar altimeter indicators

HSD-Page
* Switch between next and previus waypoint in active route
* Map navigation
:- Set "Heading up"/"North up"
:- Offset/Center map
:- Toggle map modes
:- Slew to WP

* Show/Hide information
* Symbology (Waypoints, NFZ, Hazards etc.)
* DIR POINT
:- Set “Direct To” to a waypoint
* NAV SETUP
:- Create new/Edit waypoint/targetpoint/checkpoint

COMM-Page
:NIL

Weapons-Page
* M3P machine gun
:-Change ammount of 0.50cal ammunition
* Hydra-70/AGR-20 (APKWS)
:-Program rocket pod for AGR-20
:-Change A or B zone on rocket pod
* AGM-114K
:-Toggle missile code
:-Change primary/secondary codes
:-Change missile per code

===Flying===
====Startup====
*According to Manual 18.1 Startup

====Takeoff====
* Perform "hover check"
* Takeoff using "VMC Takeoff"

====In-flight====
* Flying
:- Fly in Combat cruise formation at low-level profile.
:- Fly NOE as a single-ship in flat and open terrain.
:- Hover IGE and OGE
:- VRS Recovery

* Navigation
:- Visually navigate between two points using for example terrain objects as guidence (the compass and an empty F10 map may be used)
:- Follow several waypoints in succession (flightplan) using information provided by the in-cockpit instruments or projected on VSD/HSD.
* Fence In / Fence Out procedures

====Landing====
* Landing using "VMC Approach"

===Combat===
====Air-To-Ground====
* Gun
:- M3P machine gun
::* Obtain rounds on static point-target (Single vehicle) latest in the third burst

* Rockets
:- Hydra-70
::* Obtain rocket on or near static point-target (Single vehicle) latest with the fourth rocket
:- AGR-20
::* Hit static point-target (Single vehicle) lased by CPO

* A-G Missiles
:- AGM-114K
::* Setup and fire missile in LOBL mode
:::- Hit static point-target (Single vehicle)

====Defence====
*CMWS
:- Set up CMWS for bypass or auto
:- Detect/react to missile threat
:- Drop flares
*AN/APR-39 & AN/AVR-2
:-Understanding AN/APR-39 & AN/AVR-2 Radar and Laser warning systems symbols and sound alerts.

==Advanced Section==

===General===

===Flying===

====Startup====

====Takeoff====

====In-flight====

====Landing====

===Combat===

====Air-To-Air====

====Air-To-Ground====

====Defence====

=Co-Pilot/Observer=

==Basic Section==
The Basic Syllabus gives an overall picture of what is expected to be accomplished by our OH-58D Pilots and CPO’s and should be seen as a minimum level of knowledge. The syllabus should be used to identify educational needs and help you set up training goals for the next sortie. When you can complete all parts of the syllabus without the need for external assistance, you should be well prepared to complete the Basic Qualification.

-MMS basic skills
-Storing targets
-Laser codes/lasing

===General===

====Radio/SRS====
* Set Transponder code in SRS as IFF is not modeled in OH-58D.
* Set frequency manually or presets and transmit/receive (SRS) on:
:- Radio 1 FM1
:- Radio 2 UHF
:- Radio 3 VHF
:- Radio 4 NOT IN USE
:- Radio 5 FM2
* Use intercom PTT (SRS)
* Basic [http://wiki.masterarms.se/index.php/Comms Comms] as part of a flight (not as lead)
* Listen to and understand ATIS Information.
:''*'' Recommended settings for SRS can be found [https://wiki.masterarms.se/index.php/SRS_Setup_Guide#OH-58D_CPO here.]

====MFD====

INIT-Page

*PERFORMANCE DATA
:-Check/Set performance values used to perform "hover check"

*DATA LOADER
:- Load DTC (Data Cartridge)

VSD

*Differate between waypoint and MMS indicators

*Switch between next and previus point in flight plan
*Switch between flight plans

*Differate between barometric and radar altimeter indicators

HSD

*FLIGHT PLAN
:-Switch between next and previus point in flight plan

* Map navigation (HSD/RMS)
:- Setting heading/North
:- Toggle map types
:- Slew to WP
* Show/Hide information
* Symbology (Waypoints, NFZ, Hazards etc.)
* Points
:- Create new/Edit waypoint/Targetpoint/Checkpoint
:- Set “Direct To” to a waypoint

WPN-Page
*Settings for Rockets/APWKS
:-Program rocket pod for APWKS
:-Change A or B zone on rocket pod
*Settings for 0.50cal
:-Change ammount of 0.50cal ammunition
*Settings for hellfire
:-Toggle missile code
:-Change primary/secondary codes
:-Change missile per code

COMM-Page
:NIL

====MMS====

MMS Control Panel
*Laser
:-Change lasercode
:-Arm/disengage laser
:-Using first/last laser return

*Video settings
:-Adjust MMS MFD detail color by using SYM INTEN MFD-MMS
:-Adjust thermal settings by using GAIN and LEVEL
:-Adjust focus using FOC

MMS Mode Select Switch & Copilot Auxiliary Control Panel
*MMS Knob
:-Switch between OFF/PREPT/FWD

*Settings
:-Switching between WPN/ALE
:-Switching between IDM/INIT

*LMC
:-Using LMC to stabilise camera

MMS Display
:-Toggle active lasercode

===Flying===

====Startup====
*According to Manual 18.1 Startup

====Takeoff====

====In-flight====
* Flying
:- Fly in Combat cruise formation at low-level profile.
:- Fly NOE as a single-ship in flat and open terrain.
:- Hover IGE and OGE
:- VRS Recovery

* Navigation
:- Visually navigate between two points using for example terrain objects as guidence (the compass and an empty F10 map may be used)
:- Follow several waypoints in succession (flightplan) using information provided by the in-cockpit instruments or projected on VSD/HSD.

* Trim/Autopilot
:- Force trim
:- Engage/Disengage:

* Fence In / Fence Out procedures

====Landing====

===Combat===

====Air-To-Air====

====Air-To-Ground====

====Defence====

==Advanced Section==

===General===

===Flying===

====Startup====

====Takeoff====

====In-flight====

====Landing====

===Combat===

====Air-To-Air====

====Air-To-Ground====

====Defence====

OH-58D Kiowa Syllabus

2026-04-03T09:22:31Z

DeadGun: /* Basic Section */

''[[Home]] >> [[Helicopter Syllabi]] >> [[OH-58D Kiowa Syllabus]]''

If not specified in the Syllabus all procedures are to be followed as described in the OH-58D. <pre style="color: red">"OH58D_User_Guide" can be found in the DCS installation folder "DCS World OpenBeta\Mods\aircraft\OH-58D\Doc"</pre>

If you are new to the MA-community, be sure to read about our procedures around the airfield (Linked below) to ensure everyone can have a safe training environment. Good luck and have fun!

* [http://wiki.masterarms.se/index.php/Airport_Procedures Airport procedures]
* [http://wiki.masterarms.se/index.php/Charts Airport charts]
:- Runways
:- Taxiways
:- TACAN/ILS Freq
:- Entry/Exit points

=Pilot=

==Basic Section==

The Basic Syllabus gives an overall picture of what is expected to be accomplished by our OH-58D Pilots and CPO’s and should be seen as a minimum level of knowledge. The syllabus should be used to identify educational needs and help you set up training goals for the next sortie. When you can complete all parts of the syllabus without the need for external assistance, you should be well prepared to complete the Basic Qualification.

===General===
====Radio/SRS====

* Set Transponder code in SRS as IFF is not modeled in OH-58D.
* Set frequency manually or presets and transmit/receive (SRS) on:
:- Radio 1 FM1
:- Radio 2 UHF
:- Radio 3 VHF
:- Radio 5 FM2
* Use intercom PTT (SRS)
* Basic [http://wiki.masterarms.se/index.php/Comms Comms] as part of a flight (not as lead)
* Listen to and understand ATIS Information.
:''*'' Recommended settings for SRS can be found [https://wiki.masterarms.se/index.php/SRS_Setup_Guide#OH-58D_Pilot here.]

====HOCAS====
* BOB UP (Understand how and when to use)

====MPD====
* Be able to read fuel quantity

====MFD====

INIT-Page
* PERFORMANCE DATA
:-Check/Set performance values used to perform "hover check"
* DATA LOADER
:- Load DTC (Data Cartridge)

VSD-Page
* Be able to read fuel flow
* Differate between waypoint and MMS indicators
* Switch between next and previus waypoint in active route
* Differate between barometric and radar altimeter indicators

HSD-Page
* Switch between next and previus waypoint in active route
* Map navigation
:- Set "Heading up"/"North up"
:- Offset/Center map
:- Toggle map modes
:- Slew to WP

* Show/Hide information
* Symbology (Waypoints, NFZ, Hazards etc.)
* DIR POINT
:- Set “Direct To” to a waypoint
* NAV SETUP
:- Create new/Edit waypoint/targetpoint/checkpoint

COMM-Page
:NIL

Weapons-Page
* M3P machine gun
:-Change ammount of 0.50cal ammunition
* Hydra-70/AGR-20 (APKWS)
:-Program rocket pod for AGR-20
:-Change A or B zone on rocket pod
* AGM-114K
:-Toggle missile code
:-Change primary/secondary codes
:-Change missile per code

===Flying===
====Startup====
*According to Manual 18.1 Startup

====Takeoff====
* Perform "hover check"
* Takeoff using "VMC Takeoff"

====In-flight====
* Flying
:- Fly in Combat cruise formation at low-level profile.
:- Fly NOE as a single-ship in flat and open terrain.
:- Hover IGE and OGE
:- VRS Recovery

* Navigation
:- Visually navigate between two points using for example terrain objects as guidence (the compass and an empty F10 map may be used)
:- Follow several waypoints in succession (flightplan) using information provided by the in-cockpit instruments or projected on VSD/HSD.
* Fence In / Fence Out procedures

====Landing====
* Landing using "VMC Approach"

===Combat===
====Air-To-Ground====
* Gun
:- M3P machine gun
::* Obtain rounds on static point-target (Single vehicle) latest in the third burst using "Running fire"

* Rockets
:-Hydra-70
::* Obtain rocket on or near static point-target (Single vehicle) latest with the fourth rocket using "Running fire"

* A-G Missiles
:- AGM-114K
::* Setup and fire missile in LOBL mode
:::- Hit static point-target (Single vehicle) using "Hover fire"

====Defence====
*CMWS
:- Set up CMWS for bypass or auto
:- Detect/react to missile threat
:- Drop flares
*AN/APR-39 & AN/AVR-2
:-Understanding AN/APR-39 & AN/AVR-2 Radar and Laser warning systems symbols and sound alerts.

==Advanced Section==

===General===

===Flying===

====Startup====

====Takeoff====

====In-flight====

====Landing====

===Combat===

====Air-To-Air====

====Air-To-Ground====

====Defence====

=Co-Pilot/Observer=

==Basic Section==
The Basic Syllabus gives an overall picture of what is expected to be accomplished by our OH-58D Pilots and CPO’s and should be seen as a minimum level of knowledge. The syllabus should be used to identify educational needs and help you set up training goals for the next sortie. When you can complete all parts of the syllabus without the need for external assistance, you should be well prepared to complete the Basic Qualification.

-MMS basic skills
-Storing targets
-Laser codes/lasing

===General===

====Radio/SRS====
* Set Transponder code in SRS as IFF is not modeled in OH-58D.
* Set frequency manually or presets and transmit/receive (SRS) on:
:- Radio 1 FM1
:- Radio 2 UHF
:- Radio 3 VHF
:- Radio 4 NOT IN USE
:- Radio 5 FM2
* Use intercom PTT (SRS)
* Basic [http://wiki.masterarms.se/index.php/Comms Comms] as part of a flight (not as lead)
* Listen to and understand ATIS Information.
:''*'' Recommended settings for SRS can be found [https://wiki.masterarms.se/index.php/SRS_Setup_Guide#OH-58D_CPO here.]

====MFD====

INIT-Page

*PERFORMANCE DATA
:-Check/Set performance values used to perform "hover check"

*DATA LOADER
:- Load DTC (Data Cartridge)

VSD

*Differate between waypoint and MMS indicators

*Switch between next and previus point in flight plan
*Switch between flight plans

*Differate between barometric and radar altimeter indicators

HSD

*FLIGHT PLAN
:-Switch between next and previus point in flight plan

* Map navigation (HSD/RMS)
:- Setting heading/North
:- Toggle map types
:- Slew to WP
* Show/Hide information
* Symbology (Waypoints, NFZ, Hazards etc.)
* Points
:- Create new/Edit waypoint/Targetpoint/Checkpoint
:- Set “Direct To” to a waypoint

WPN-Page
*Settings for Rockets/APWKS
:-Program rocket pod for APWKS
:-Change A or B zone on rocket pod
*Settings for 0.50cal
:-Change ammount of 0.50cal ammunition
*Settings for hellfire
:-Toggle missile code
:-Change primary/secondary codes
:-Change missile per code

COMM-Page
:NIL

====MMS====

MMS Control Panel
*Laser
:-Change lasercode
:-Arm/disengage laser
:-Using first/last laser return

*Video settings
:-Adjust MMS MFD detail color by using SYM INTEN MFD-MMS
:-Adjust thermal settings by using GAIN and LEVEL
:-Adjust focus using FOC

MMS Mode Select Switch & Copilot Auxiliary Control Panel
*MMS Knob
:-Switch between OFF/PREPT/FWD

*Settings
:-Switching between WPN/ALE
:-Switching between IDM/INIT

*LMC
:-Using LMC to stabilise camera

MMS Display
:-Toggle active lasercode

===Flying===

====Startup====
*According to Manual 18.1 Startup

====Takeoff====

====In-flight====
* Flying
:- Fly in Combat cruise formation at low-level profile.
:- Fly NOE as a single-ship in flat and open terrain.
:- Hover IGE and OGE
:- VRS Recovery

* Navigation
:- Visually navigate between two points using for example terrain objects as guidence (the compass and an empty F10 map may be used)
:- Follow several waypoints in succession (flightplan) using information provided by the in-cockpit instruments or projected on VSD/HSD.

* Trim/Autopilot
:- Force trim
:- Engage/Disengage:

* Fence In / Fence Out procedures

====Landing====

===Combat===

====Air-To-Air====

====Air-To-Ground====

====Defence====

==Advanced Section==

===General===

===Flying===

====Startup====

====Takeoff====

====In-flight====

====Landing====

===Combat===

====Air-To-Air====

====Air-To-Ground====

====Defence====

OH-58D Kiowa Syllabus

2026-04-03T09:18:36Z

DeadGun: /* Radio/SRS */

''[[Home]] >> [[Helicopter Syllabi]] >> [[OH-58D Kiowa Syllabus]]''

If not specified in the Syllabus all procedures are to be followed as described in the OH-58D. <pre style="color: red">"OH58D_User_Guide" can be found in the DCS installation folder "DCS World OpenBeta\Mods\aircraft\OH-58D\Doc"</pre>

If you are new to the MA-community, be sure to read about our procedures around the airfield (Linked below) to ensure everyone can have a safe training environment. Good luck and have fun!

* [http://wiki.masterarms.se/index.php/Airport_Procedures Airport procedures]
* [http://wiki.masterarms.se/index.php/Charts Airport charts]
:- Runways
:- Taxiways
:- TACAN/ILS Freq
:- Entry/Exit points

=Pilot=

==Basic Section==

The Basic Syllabus gives an overall picture of what is expected to be accomplished by our OH-58D Pilots and CPO’s and should be seen as a minimum level of knowledge. The syllabus should be used to identify educational needs and help you set up training goals for the next sortie. When you can complete all parts of the syllabus without the need for external assistance, you should be well prepared to complete the Basic Qualification.

===General===
====Radio/SRS====

* Set Transponder code in SRS as IFF is not modeled in OH-58D.
* Set frequency manually or presets and transmit/receive (SRS) on:
:- Radio 1 FM1
:- Radio 2 UHF
:- Radio 3 VHF
:- Radio 5 FM2
* Use intercom PTT (SRS)
* Basic [http://wiki.masterarms.se/index.php/Comms Comms] as part of a flight (not as lead)
* Listen to and understand ATIS Information.
:''*'' Recommended settings for SRS can be found [https://wiki.masterarms.se/index.php/SRS_Setup_Guide#OH-58D_Pilot here.]

====HOCAS====
* BOB UP (Understand how and when to use)

====MPD====
* Be able to read fuel quantity

====MFD====

INIT-Page
* PERFORMANCE DATA
:-Check/Set performance values used to perform "hover check"
* DATA LOADER
:- Load DTC (Data Cartridge)

VSD-Page
* Be able to read fuel flow
* Differate between waypoint and MMS indicators
* Switch between next and previus waypoint in active route
* Differate between barometric and radar altimeter indicators

HSD-Page
* Switch between next and previus waypoint in active route
* Map navigation
:- Set "Heading up"/"North up"
:- Offset/Center map
:- Toggle map modes
:- Slew to WP

* Show/Hide information
* Symbology (Waypoints, NFZ, Hazards etc.)
* DIR POINT
:- Set “Direct To” to a waypoint
* NAV SETUP
:- Create new/Edit waypoint/targetpoint/checkpoint

COMM-Page
:NIL

Weapons-Page
*Settings for Rockets/APWKS
:-Program rocket pod for APWKS
:-Change A or B zone on rocket pod
*Settings for 0.50cal
:-Change ammount of 0.50cal ammunition
*Settings for hellfire
:-Toggle missile code
:-Change primary/secondary codes
:-Change missile per code

===Flying===
====Startup====
*According to Manual 18.1 Startup

====Takeoff====
* Perform "hover check"
* Takeoff using "VMC Takeoff"

====In-flight====
* Flying
:- Fly in Combat cruise formation at low-level profile.
:- Fly NOE as a single-ship in flat and open terrain.
:- Hover IGE and OGE
:- VRS Recovery

* Navigation
:- Visually navigate between two points using for example terrain objects as guidence (the compass and an empty F10 map may be used)
:- Follow several waypoints in succession (flightplan) using information provided by the in-cockpit instruments or projected on VSD/HSD.
* Fence In / Fence Out procedures

====Landing====
* Landing using "VMC Approach"

===Combat===
====Air-To-Ground====
* Gun
:- M3P machine gun
::* Obtain rounds on static point-target (Single vehicle) latest in the third burst using "Running fire"

* Rockets
:-Hydra-70
::* Obtain rocket on or near static point-target (Single vehicle) latest with the fourth rocket using "Running fire"

* A-G Missiles
:- AGM-114K
::* Setup and fire missile in LOBL mode
:::- Hit static point-target (Single vehicle) using "Hover fire"

====Defence====
*CMWS
:- Set up CMWS for bypass or auto
:- Detect/react to missile threat
:- Drop flares
*AN/APR-39 & AN/AVR-2
:-Understanding AN/APR-39 & AN/AVR-2 Radar and Laser warning systems symbols and sound alerts.

==Advanced Section==

===General===

===Flying===

====Startup====

====Takeoff====

====In-flight====

====Landing====

===Combat===

====Air-To-Air====

====Air-To-Ground====

====Defence====

=Co-Pilot/Observer=

==Basic Section==
The Basic Syllabus gives an overall picture of what is expected to be accomplished by our OH-58D Pilots and CPO’s and should be seen as a minimum level of knowledge. The syllabus should be used to identify educational needs and help you set up training goals for the next sortie. When you can complete all parts of the syllabus without the need for external assistance, you should be well prepared to complete the Basic Qualification.

-MMS basic skills
-Storing targets
-Laser codes/lasing

===General===

====Radio/SRS====
* Set Transponder code in SRS as IFF is not modeled in OH-58D.
* Set frequency manually or presets and transmit/receive (SRS) on:
:- Radio 1 FM1
:- Radio 2 UHF
:- Radio 3 VHF
:- Radio 4 NOT IN USE
:- Radio 5 FM2
* Use intercom PTT (SRS)
* Basic [http://wiki.masterarms.se/index.php/Comms Comms] as part of a flight (not as lead)
* Listen to and understand ATIS Information.
:''*'' Recommended settings for SRS can be found [https://wiki.masterarms.se/index.php/SRS_Setup_Guide#OH-58D_CPO here.]

====MFD====

INIT-Page

*PERFORMANCE DATA
:-Check/Set performance values used to perform "hover check"

*DATA LOADER
:- Load DTC (Data Cartridge)

VSD

*Differate between waypoint and MMS indicators

*Switch between next and previus point in flight plan
*Switch between flight plans

*Differate between barometric and radar altimeter indicators

HSD

*FLIGHT PLAN
:-Switch between next and previus point in flight plan

* Map navigation (HSD/RMS)
:- Setting heading/North
:- Toggle map types
:- Slew to WP
* Show/Hide information
* Symbology (Waypoints, NFZ, Hazards etc.)
* Points
:- Create new/Edit waypoint/Targetpoint/Checkpoint
:- Set “Direct To” to a waypoint

WPN-Page
*Settings for Rockets/APWKS
:-Program rocket pod for APWKS
:-Change A or B zone on rocket pod
*Settings for 0.50cal
:-Change ammount of 0.50cal ammunition
*Settings for hellfire
:-Toggle missile code
:-Change primary/secondary codes
:-Change missile per code

COMM-Page
:NIL

====MMS====

MMS Control Panel
*Laser
:-Change lasercode
:-Arm/disengage laser
:-Using first/last laser return

*Video settings
:-Adjust MMS MFD detail color by using SYM INTEN MFD-MMS
:-Adjust thermal settings by using GAIN and LEVEL
:-Adjust focus using FOC

MMS Mode Select Switch & Copilot Auxiliary Control Panel
*MMS Knob
:-Switch between OFF/PREPT/FWD

*Settings
:-Switching between WPN/ALE
:-Switching between IDM/INIT

*LMC
:-Using LMC to stabilise camera

MMS Display
:-Toggle active lasercode

===Flying===

====Startup====
*According to Manual 18.1 Startup

====Takeoff====

====In-flight====
* Flying
:- Fly in Combat cruise formation at low-level profile.
:- Fly NOE as a single-ship in flat and open terrain.
:- Hover IGE and OGE
:- VRS Recovery

* Navigation
:- Visually navigate between two points using for example terrain objects as guidence (the compass and an empty F10 map may be used)
:- Follow several waypoints in succession (flightplan) using information provided by the in-cockpit instruments or projected on VSD/HSD.

* Trim/Autopilot
:- Force trim
:- Engage/Disengage:

* Fence In / Fence Out procedures

====Landing====

===Combat===

====Air-To-Air====

====Air-To-Ground====

====Defence====

==Advanced Section==

===General===

===Flying===

====Startup====

====Takeoff====

====In-flight====

====Landing====

===Combat===

====Air-To-Air====

====Air-To-Ground====

====Defence====

OH-58D Kiowa Syllabus

2026-04-03T09:15:50Z

DeadGun: /* Combat */

''[[Home]] >> [[Helicopter Syllabi]] >> [[OH-58D Kiowa Syllabus]]''

If not specified in the Syllabus all procedures are to be followed as described in the OH-58D. <pre style="color: red">"OH58D_User_Guide" can be found in the DCS installation folder "DCS World OpenBeta\Mods\aircraft\OH-58D\Doc"</pre>

If you are new to the MA-community, be sure to read about our procedures around the airfield (Linked below) to ensure everyone can have a safe training environment. Good luck and have fun!

* [http://wiki.masterarms.se/index.php/Airport_Procedures Airport procedures]
* [http://wiki.masterarms.se/index.php/Charts Airport charts]
:- Runways
:- Taxiways
:- TACAN/ILS Freq
:- Entry/Exit points

=Pilot=

==Basic Section==

The Basic Syllabus gives an overall picture of what is expected to be accomplished by our OH-58D Pilots and CPO’s and should be seen as a minimum level of knowledge. The syllabus should be used to identify educational needs and help you set up training goals for the next sortie. When you can complete all parts of the syllabus without the need for external assistance, you should be well prepared to complete the Basic Qualification.

===General===
====Radio/SRS====

* Set Transponder code in SRS as IFF is not modeled in OH-58D.
* Set frequency manually or presets and transmit/receive (SRS) on:
:- Radio 1 FM1
:- Radio 2 UHF
:- Radio 3 VHF
:- Radio 4 NOT IN USE
:- Radio 5 FM2
* Use intercom PTT (SRS)
* Basic [http://wiki.masterarms.se/index.php/Comms Comms] as part of a flight (not as lead)
* Listen to and understand ATIS Information.
:''*'' Recommended settings for SRS can be found [https://wiki.masterarms.se/index.php/SRS_Setup_Guide#OH-58D_Pilot here.]

====HOCAS====
* BOB UP (Understand how and when to use)

====MPD====
* Be able to read fuel quantity

====MFD====

INIT-Page
* PERFORMANCE DATA
:-Check/Set performance values used to perform "hover check"
* DATA LOADER
:- Load DTC (Data Cartridge)

VSD-Page
* Be able to read fuel flow
* Differate between waypoint and MMS indicators
* Switch between next and previus waypoint in active route
* Differate between barometric and radar altimeter indicators

HSD-Page
* Switch between next and previus waypoint in active route
* Map navigation
:- Set "Heading up"/"North up"
:- Offset/Center map
:- Toggle map modes
:- Slew to WP

* Show/Hide information
* Symbology (Waypoints, NFZ, Hazards etc.)
* DIR POINT
:- Set “Direct To” to a waypoint
* NAV SETUP
:- Create new/Edit waypoint/targetpoint/checkpoint

COMM-Page
:NIL

Weapons-Page
*Settings for Rockets/APWKS
:-Program rocket pod for APWKS
:-Change A or B zone on rocket pod
*Settings for 0.50cal
:-Change ammount of 0.50cal ammunition
*Settings for hellfire
:-Toggle missile code
:-Change primary/secondary codes
:-Change missile per code

===Flying===
====Startup====
*According to Manual 18.1 Startup

====Takeoff====
* Perform "hover check"
* Takeoff using "VMC Takeoff"

====In-flight====
* Flying
:- Fly in Combat cruise formation at low-level profile.
:- Fly NOE as a single-ship in flat and open terrain.
:- Hover IGE and OGE
:- VRS Recovery

* Navigation
:- Visually navigate between two points using for example terrain objects as guidence (the compass and an empty F10 map may be used)
:- Follow several waypoints in succession (flightplan) using information provided by the in-cockpit instruments or projected on VSD/HSD.
* Fence In / Fence Out procedures

====Landing====
* Landing using "VMC Approach"

===Combat===
====Air-To-Ground====
* Gun
:- M3P machine gun
::* Obtain rounds on static point-target (Single vehicle) latest in the third burst using "Running fire"

* Rockets
:-Hydra-70
::* Obtain rocket on or near static point-target (Single vehicle) latest with the fourth rocket using "Running fire"

* A-G Missiles
:- AGM-114K
::* Setup and fire missile in LOBL mode
:::- Hit static point-target (Single vehicle) using "Hover fire"

====Defence====
*CMWS
:- Set up CMWS for bypass or auto
:- Detect/react to missile threat
:- Drop flares
*AN/APR-39 & AN/AVR-2
:-Understanding AN/APR-39 & AN/AVR-2 Radar and Laser warning systems symbols and sound alerts.

==Advanced Section==

===General===

===Flying===

====Startup====

====Takeoff====

====In-flight====

====Landing====

===Combat===

====Air-To-Air====

====Air-To-Ground====

====Defence====

=Co-Pilot/Observer=

==Basic Section==
The Basic Syllabus gives an overall picture of what is expected to be accomplished by our OH-58D Pilots and CPO’s and should be seen as a minimum level of knowledge. The syllabus should be used to identify educational needs and help you set up training goals for the next sortie. When you can complete all parts of the syllabus without the need for external assistance, you should be well prepared to complete the Basic Qualification.

-MMS basic skills
-Storing targets
-Laser codes/lasing

===General===

====Radio/SRS====
* Set Transponder code in SRS as IFF is not modeled in OH-58D.
* Set frequency manually or presets and transmit/receive (SRS) on:
:- Radio 1 FM1
:- Radio 2 UHF
:- Radio 3 VHF
:- Radio 4 NOT IN USE
:- Radio 5 FM2
* Use intercom PTT (SRS)
* Basic [http://wiki.masterarms.se/index.php/Comms Comms] as part of a flight (not as lead)
* Listen to and understand ATIS Information.
:''*'' Recommended settings for SRS can be found [https://wiki.masterarms.se/index.php/SRS_Setup_Guide#OH-58D_CPO here.]

====MFD====

INIT-Page

*PERFORMANCE DATA
:-Check/Set performance values used to perform "hover check"

*DATA LOADER
:- Load DTC (Data Cartridge)

VSD

*Differate between waypoint and MMS indicators

*Switch between next and previus point in flight plan
*Switch between flight plans

*Differate between barometric and radar altimeter indicators

HSD

*FLIGHT PLAN
:-Switch between next and previus point in flight plan

* Map navigation (HSD/RMS)
:- Setting heading/North
:- Toggle map types
:- Slew to WP
* Show/Hide information
* Symbology (Waypoints, NFZ, Hazards etc.)
* Points
:- Create new/Edit waypoint/Targetpoint/Checkpoint
:- Set “Direct To” to a waypoint

WPN-Page
*Settings for Rockets/APWKS
:-Program rocket pod for APWKS
:-Change A or B zone on rocket pod
*Settings for 0.50cal
:-Change ammount of 0.50cal ammunition
*Settings for hellfire
:-Toggle missile code
:-Change primary/secondary codes
:-Change missile per code

COMM-Page
:NIL

====MMS====

MMS Control Panel
*Laser
:-Change lasercode
:-Arm/disengage laser
:-Using first/last laser return

*Video settings
:-Adjust MMS MFD detail color by using SYM INTEN MFD-MMS
:-Adjust thermal settings by using GAIN and LEVEL
:-Adjust focus using FOC

MMS Mode Select Switch & Copilot Auxiliary Control Panel
*MMS Knob
:-Switch between OFF/PREPT/FWD

*Settings
:-Switching between WPN/ALE
:-Switching between IDM/INIT

*LMC
:-Using LMC to stabilise camera

MMS Display
:-Toggle active lasercode

===Flying===

====Startup====
*According to Manual 18.1 Startup

====Takeoff====

====In-flight====
* Flying
:- Fly in Combat cruise formation at low-level profile.
:- Fly NOE as a single-ship in flat and open terrain.
:- Hover IGE and OGE
:- VRS Recovery

* Navigation
:- Visually navigate between two points using for example terrain objects as guidence (the compass and an empty F10 map may be used)
:- Follow several waypoints in succession (flightplan) using information provided by the in-cockpit instruments or projected on VSD/HSD.

* Trim/Autopilot
:- Force trim
:- Engage/Disengage:

* Fence In / Fence Out procedures

====Landing====

===Combat===

====Air-To-Air====

====Air-To-Ground====

====Defence====

==Advanced Section==

===General===

===Flying===

====Startup====

====Takeoff====

====In-flight====

====Landing====

===Combat===

====Air-To-Air====

====Air-To-Ground====

====Defence====

OH-58D Kiowa Syllabus

2026-04-03T09:14:21Z

DeadGun: /* Basic Section */

''[[Home]] >> [[Helicopter Syllabi]] >> [[OH-58D Kiowa Syllabus]]''

If not specified in the Syllabus all procedures are to be followed as described in the OH-58D. <pre style="color: red">"OH58D_User_Guide" can be found in the DCS installation folder "DCS World OpenBeta\Mods\aircraft\OH-58D\Doc"</pre>

If you are new to the MA-community, be sure to read about our procedures around the airfield (Linked below) to ensure everyone can have a safe training environment. Good luck and have fun!

* [http://wiki.masterarms.se/index.php/Airport_Procedures Airport procedures]
* [http://wiki.masterarms.se/index.php/Charts Airport charts]
:- Runways
:- Taxiways
:- TACAN/ILS Freq
:- Entry/Exit points

=Pilot=

==Basic Section==

The Basic Syllabus gives an overall picture of what is expected to be accomplished by our OH-58D Pilots and CPO’s and should be seen as a minimum level of knowledge. The syllabus should be used to identify educational needs and help you set up training goals for the next sortie. When you can complete all parts of the syllabus without the need for external assistance, you should be well prepared to complete the Basic Qualification.

===General===
====Radio/SRS====

* Set Transponder code in SRS as IFF is not modeled in OH-58D.
* Set frequency manually or presets and transmit/receive (SRS) on:
:- Radio 1 FM1
:- Radio 2 UHF
:- Radio 3 VHF
:- Radio 4 NOT IN USE
:- Radio 5 FM2
* Use intercom PTT (SRS)
* Basic [http://wiki.masterarms.se/index.php/Comms Comms] as part of a flight (not as lead)
* Listen to and understand ATIS Information.
:''*'' Recommended settings for SRS can be found [https://wiki.masterarms.se/index.php/SRS_Setup_Guide#OH-58D_Pilot here.]

====HOCAS====
* BOB UP (Understand how and when to use)

====MPD====
* Be able to read fuel quantity

====MFD====

INIT-Page
* PERFORMANCE DATA
:-Check/Set performance values used to perform "hover check"
* DATA LOADER
:- Load DTC (Data Cartridge)

VSD-Page
* Be able to read fuel flow
* Differate between waypoint and MMS indicators
* Switch between next and previus waypoint in active route
* Differate between barometric and radar altimeter indicators

HSD-Page
* Switch between next and previus waypoint in active route
* Map navigation
:- Set "Heading up"/"North up"
:- Offset/Center map
:- Toggle map modes
:- Slew to WP

* Show/Hide information
* Symbology (Waypoints, NFZ, Hazards etc.)
* DIR POINT
:- Set “Direct To” to a waypoint
* NAV SETUP
:- Create new/Edit waypoint/targetpoint/checkpoint

COMM-Page
:NIL

Weapons-Page
*Settings for Rockets/APWKS
:-Program rocket pod for APWKS
:-Change A or B zone on rocket pod
*Settings for 0.50cal
:-Change ammount of 0.50cal ammunition
*Settings for hellfire
:-Toggle missile code
:-Change primary/secondary codes
:-Change missile per code

===Flying===
====Startup====
*According to Manual 18.1 Startup

====Takeoff====
* Perform "hover check"
* Takeoff using "VMC Takeoff"

====In-flight====
* Flying
:- Fly in Combat cruise formation at low-level profile.
:- Fly NOE as a single-ship in flat and open terrain.
:- Hover IGE and OGE
:- VRS Recovery

* Navigation
:- Visually navigate between two points using for example terrain objects as guidence (the compass and an empty F10 map may be used)
:- Follow several waypoints in succession (flightplan) using information provided by the in-cockpit instruments or projected on VSD/HSD.
* Fence In / Fence Out procedures

====Landing====
* Landing using "VMC Approach"

===Combat===
====Air-To-Ground====
* Gun
:- M3P machine gun
::* Obtain rounds on static point-target (Single vehicle) latest in the third burst

* Rockets
:-Hydra-70
::* Obtain rocket on or near static point-target (Single vehicle) latest with the fourth rocket.

* A-G Missiles
:- AGM-114K
::* Setup and fire missile in LOBL mode
:::- Hit static point-target (Single vehicle) using "Hover fire"

====Defence====
*CMWS
:- Set up CMWS for bypass or auto
:- Detect/react to missile threat
:- Drop flares
*AN/APR-39 & AN/AVR-2
:-Understanding AN/APR-39 & AN/AVR-2 Radar and Laser warning systems symbols and sound alerts.

==Advanced Section==

===General===

===Flying===

====Startup====

====Takeoff====

====In-flight====

====Landing====

===Combat===

====Air-To-Air====

====Air-To-Ground====

====Defence====

=Co-Pilot/Observer=

==Basic Section==
The Basic Syllabus gives an overall picture of what is expected to be accomplished by our OH-58D Pilots and CPO’s and should be seen as a minimum level of knowledge. The syllabus should be used to identify educational needs and help you set up training goals for the next sortie. When you can complete all parts of the syllabus without the need for external assistance, you should be well prepared to complete the Basic Qualification.

-MMS basic skills
-Storing targets
-Laser codes/lasing

===General===

====Radio/SRS====
* Set Transponder code in SRS as IFF is not modeled in OH-58D.
* Set frequency manually or presets and transmit/receive (SRS) on:
:- Radio 1 FM1
:- Radio 2 UHF
:- Radio 3 VHF
:- Radio 4 NOT IN USE
:- Radio 5 FM2
* Use intercom PTT (SRS)
* Basic [http://wiki.masterarms.se/index.php/Comms Comms] as part of a flight (not as lead)
* Listen to and understand ATIS Information.
:''*'' Recommended settings for SRS can be found [https://wiki.masterarms.se/index.php/SRS_Setup_Guide#OH-58D_CPO here.]

====MFD====

INIT-Page

*PERFORMANCE DATA
:-Check/Set performance values used to perform "hover check"

*DATA LOADER
:- Load DTC (Data Cartridge)

VSD

*Differate between waypoint and MMS indicators

*Switch between next and previus point in flight plan
*Switch between flight plans

*Differate between barometric and radar altimeter indicators

HSD

*FLIGHT PLAN
:-Switch between next and previus point in flight plan

* Map navigation (HSD/RMS)
:- Setting heading/North
:- Toggle map types
:- Slew to WP
* Show/Hide information
* Symbology (Waypoints, NFZ, Hazards etc.)
* Points
:- Create new/Edit waypoint/Targetpoint/Checkpoint
:- Set “Direct To” to a waypoint

WPN-Page
*Settings for Rockets/APWKS
:-Program rocket pod for APWKS
:-Change A or B zone on rocket pod
*Settings for 0.50cal
:-Change ammount of 0.50cal ammunition
*Settings for hellfire
:-Toggle missile code
:-Change primary/secondary codes
:-Change missile per code

COMM-Page
:NIL

====MMS====

MMS Control Panel
*Laser
:-Change lasercode
:-Arm/disengage laser
:-Using first/last laser return

*Video settings
:-Adjust MMS MFD detail color by using SYM INTEN MFD-MMS
:-Adjust thermal settings by using GAIN and LEVEL
:-Adjust focus using FOC

MMS Mode Select Switch & Copilot Auxiliary Control Panel
*MMS Knob
:-Switch between OFF/PREPT/FWD

*Settings
:-Switching between WPN/ALE
:-Switching between IDM/INIT

*LMC
:-Using LMC to stabilise camera

MMS Display
:-Toggle active lasercode

===Flying===

====Startup====
*According to Manual 18.1 Startup

====Takeoff====

====In-flight====
* Flying
:- Fly in Combat cruise formation at low-level profile.
:- Fly NOE as a single-ship in flat and open terrain.
:- Hover IGE and OGE
:- VRS Recovery

* Navigation
:- Visually navigate between two points using for example terrain objects as guidence (the compass and an empty F10 map may be used)
:- Follow several waypoints in succession (flightplan) using information provided by the in-cockpit instruments or projected on VSD/HSD.

* Trim/Autopilot
:- Force trim
:- Engage/Disengage:

* Fence In / Fence Out procedures

====Landing====

===Combat===

====Air-To-Air====

====Air-To-Ground====

====Defence====

==Advanced Section==

===General===

===Flying===

====Startup====

====Takeoff====

====In-flight====

====Landing====

===Combat===

====Air-To-Air====

====Air-To-Ground====

====Defence====

OH-58D Kiowa Syllabus

2026-04-03T08:26:56Z

DeadGun:

''[[Home]] >> [[Helicopter Syllabi]] >> [[OH-58D Kiowa Syllabus]]''

If not specified in the Syllabus all procedures are to be followed as described in the OH-58D. <pre style="color: red">"OH58D_User_Guide" can be found in the DCS installation folder "DCS World OpenBeta\Mods\aircraft\OH-58D\Doc"</pre>

If you are new to the MA-community, be sure to read about our procedures around the airfield (Linked below) to ensure everyone can have a safe training environment. Good luck and have fun!

* [http://wiki.masterarms.se/index.php/Airport_Procedures Airport procedures]
* [http://wiki.masterarms.se/index.php/Charts Airport charts]
:- Runways
:- Taxiways
:- TACAN/ILS Freq
:- Entry/Exit points

=Pilot=

==Basic Section==

The Basic Syllabus gives an overall picture of what is expected to be accomplished by our OH-58D Pilots and CPO’s and should be seen as a minimum level of knowledge. The syllabus should be used to identify educational needs and help you set up training goals for the next sortie. When you can complete all parts of the syllabus without the need for external assistance, you should be well prepared to complete the Basic Qualification.

===General===

====Radio/SRS====

* Set Transponder code in SRS as IFF is not modeled in OH-58D.
* Set frequency manually or presets and transmit/receive (SRS) on:
:- Radio 1 FM1
:- Radio 2 UHF
:- Radio 3 VHF
:- Radio 4 NOT IN USE
:- Radio 5 FM2
* Use intercom PTT (SRS)
* Basic [http://wiki.masterarms.se/index.php/Comms Comms] as part of a flight (not as lead)
* Listen to and understand ATIS Information.
:''*'' Recommended settings for SRS can be found [https://wiki.masterarms.se/index.php/SRS_Setup_Guide#OH-58D_Pilot here.]

====HOCAS====
* BOB UP (Understand how and when to use)

====MPD====
* Be able to read fuel quantity

====MFD====

INIT-Page

* PERFORMANCE DATA
:-Check/Set performance values used to perform "hover check"
* DATA LOADER
:- Load DTC (Data Cartridge)

VSD

* Differate between waypoint and MMS indicators
* Switch between waypoints
* Switch between next and previus point in flight plan
* Switch between flight plans

*Differate between barometric and radar altimeter indicators

HSD

* Be able to read fuel flow
:-Switch between next and previus point in flight plan

* Map navigation (HSD/RMS)
:- Setting heading/North
:- Toggle map types
:- Slew to WP
* Show/Hide information
* Symbology (Waypoints, NFZ, Hazards etc.)
* Points
:- Create new/Edit waypoint/targetpoint/checkpoint
:- Set “Direct To” to a waypoint

WPN-Page
*Settings for Rockets/APWKS
:-Program rocket pod for APWKS
:-Change A or B zone on rocket pod
*Settings for 0.50cal
:-Change ammount of 0.50cal ammunition
*Settings for hellfire
:-Toggle missile code
:-Change primary/secondary codes
:-Change missile per code

COMM-Page
:NIL

===Flying===

====Startup====
*According to Manual 18.1 Startup

====Takeoff====
* Perform "hover check"
* Takeoff using "VMC Takeoff"

====In-flight====
* Flying
:- Fly in Combat cruise formation at low-level profile.
:- Fly NOE as a single-ship in flat and open terrain.
:- Hover IGE and OGE
:- VRS Recovery

* Navigation
:- Visually navigate between two points using for example terrain objects as guidence (the compass and an empty F10 map may be used)
:- Follow several waypoints in succession (flightplan) using information provided by the in-cockpit instruments or projected on VSD/HSD.

* Trim/Autopilot
:- Force trim
:- Engage/Disengage:

* Fence In / Fence Out procedures

====Landing====
* Landing using "VMC Approach"

===Combat===

====Air-To-Air====
*ATAS Stingers
:-Engage enemy air targets without the use of MMS slaving.

====Air-To-Ground====
* Gun
:- M3P machine gun
::* Obtain rounds on static point-target (Single vehicle) latest in the third burst

* Rockets
:-Hydra-70
::* Obtain rocket on or near static point-target (Single vehicle) latest with the fourth rocket.

* A-G Missiles
:- AGM-114K
::* Setup and fire missile in LOBL mode
:::- Hit static point-target (Single vehicle) using "Hover fire"

====Defence====
*CMWS
:- Set up CMWS for bypass or auto
:- Detect/react to missile threat
:- Drop flares
*AN/APR-39 & AN/AVR-2
:-Understanding AN/APR-39 & AN/AVR-2 Radar and Laser warning systems symbols and sound alerts.

==Advanced Section==

===General===

===Flying===

====Startup====

====Takeoff====

====In-flight====

====Landing====

===Combat===

====Air-To-Air====

====Air-To-Ground====

====Defence====

=Co-Pilot/Observer=

==Basic Section==
The Basic Syllabus gives an overall picture of what is expected to be accomplished by our OH-58D Pilots and CPO’s and should be seen as a minimum level of knowledge. The syllabus should be used to identify educational needs and help you set up training goals for the next sortie. When you can complete all parts of the syllabus without the need for external assistance, you should be well prepared to complete the Basic Qualification.

-MMS basic skills
-Storing targets
-Laser codes/lasing

===General===

====Radio/SRS====
* Set Transponder code in SRS as IFF is not modeled in OH-58D.
* Set frequency manually or presets and transmit/receive (SRS) on:
:- Radio 1 FM1
:- Radio 2 UHF
:- Radio 3 VHF
:- Radio 4 NOT IN USE
:- Radio 5 FM2
* Use intercom PTT (SRS)
* Basic [http://wiki.masterarms.se/index.php/Comms Comms] as part of a flight (not as lead)
* Listen to and understand ATIS Information.
:''*'' Recommended settings for SRS can be found [https://wiki.masterarms.se/index.php/SRS_Setup_Guide#OH-58D_CPO here.]

====MFD====

INIT-Page

*PERFORMANCE DATA
:-Check/Set performance values used to perform "hover check"

*DATA LOADER
:- Load DTC (Data Cartridge)

VSD

*Differate between waypoint and MMS indicators

*Switch between next and previus point in flight plan
*Switch between flight plans

*Differate between barometric and radar altimeter indicators

HSD

*FLIGHT PLAN
:-Switch between next and previus point in flight plan

* Map navigation (HSD/RMS)
:- Setting heading/North
:- Toggle map types
:- Slew to WP
* Show/Hide information
* Symbology (Waypoints, NFZ, Hazards etc.)
* Points
:- Create new/Edit waypoint/Targetpoint/Checkpoint
:- Set “Direct To” to a waypoint

WPN-Page
*Settings for Rockets/APWKS
:-Program rocket pod for APWKS
:-Change A or B zone on rocket pod
*Settings for 0.50cal
:-Change ammount of 0.50cal ammunition
*Settings for hellfire
:-Toggle missile code
:-Change primary/secondary codes
:-Change missile per code

COMM-Page
:NIL

====MMS====

MMS Control Panel
*Laser
:-Change lasercode
:-Arm/disengage laser
:-Using first/last laser return

*Video settings
:-Adjust MMS MFD detail color by using SYM INTEN MFD-MMS
:-Adjust thermal settings by using GAIN and LEVEL
:-Adjust focus using FOC

MMS Mode Select Switch & Copilot Auxiliary Control Panel
*MMS Knob
:-Switch between OFF/PREPT/FWD

*Settings
:-Switching between WPN/ALE
:-Switching between IDM/INIT

*LMC
:-Using LMC to stabilise camera

MMS Display
:-Toggle active lasercode

===Flying===

====Startup====
*According to Manual 18.1 Startup

====Takeoff====

====In-flight====
* Flying
:- Fly in Combat cruise formation at low-level profile.
:- Fly NOE as a single-ship in flat and open terrain.
:- Hover IGE and OGE
:- VRS Recovery

* Navigation
:- Visually navigate between two points using for example terrain objects as guidence (the compass and an empty F10 map may be used)
:- Follow several waypoints in succession (flightplan) using information provided by the in-cockpit instruments or projected on VSD/HSD.

* Trim/Autopilot
:- Force trim
:- Engage/Disengage:

* Fence In / Fence Out procedures

====Landing====

===Combat===

====Air-To-Air====

====Air-To-Ground====

====Defence====

==Advanced Section==

===General===

===Flying===

====Startup====

====Takeoff====

====In-flight====

====Landing====

===Combat===

====Air-To-Air====

====Air-To-Ground====

====Defence====

AH-64D Apache Syllabus

2026-04-03T07:59:04Z

DeadGun: /* Takeoff */

''[[Home]] >> [[Helicopter Syllabi]] >> [[AH-64D Apache Syllabus]]''

If not specified in the Syllabus all procedures are to be followed as described in the AH-64D Manual. <pre style="color: red">"DCS AH-64D Quick Start Manual EN" can be found in the DCS installation folder "DCS World OpenBeta\Mods\aircraft\AH-64D\Doc"</pre>

If you are new to the MA-community, be sure to read about our procedures around the airfield (Linked below) to ensure everyone can have a safe training environment. Good luck and have fun!

* [http://wiki.masterarms.se/index.php/Airport_Procedures Airport procedures]
* [http://wiki.masterarms.se/index.php/Charts Airport charts]
:- Runways
:- Taxiways
:- TACAN/ILS Freq
:- Entry/Exit points

The goal should be to fly the AH-64D as a crew (Pilot/CPG) to reach its full potential. However, In order to train effectively on your own, you as a pilot/CPG must be able to use George.
Therefore you should be able to complete everything described in the Pilot/CPG "Basic Section" below with George. During Qualification your examiner will fly with you as Pilot/CPG.

=Pilot=

==Basic Section==

The Basic Syllabus gives an overall picture of what is expected to be accomplished by our AH-64 pilots and CPG’s and should be seen as a minimum level of knowledge. The syllabus should be used to identify educational needs and help you set up training goals for the next sortie. When you can complete all parts of the syllabus without the need for external assistance, you should be well prepared to complete the Basic Qualification.

===General===

====Radio/SRS====

* Set Transponder code (SRS)
* Set frequency manually or presets and transmit/receive (SRS) on:
:- Radio 1 VHF AM
:- Radio 2 UHF
:- Radio 3 VHF FM
:- Radio 4-5 VHF FM/HF (optional)
* Use intercom PTT (SRS)
* Basic [http://wiki.masterarms.se/index.php/Comms Comms] as part of a flight (not as lead)
* Listen to and understand ATIS Information.
:''*'' Recommended settings for SRS can be found [http://wiki.masterarms.se/index.php?title=Technical_Checklist#AH-64D_Apache here.]
====MPD====

TSD-Page

* Map navigation
:- ZOOM
:- Change map type
:- Pan
* Show/Hide information
* Symbology (Waypoints, NFZ, Hazards etc.)
* Points
:- Create new/Edit waypoint
:- Set “Direct To” to a waypoint

WPN-Page

* Boresight
* Set ACQ source

FCR-Page
:WIP

VID-Page
* Change Video and Underlay

COM-Page
:WIP

A/C-Page
* FLT
:- Set QNH
* FUEL
:- Enable Aux fuel transfer (C,L,R)
* PERF
:- Check/Set perf. values used to perform “Hover check”

Miscellaneous

* IHADSS
:- Symbology/Info

* HSI
:- Show/Hide

===Flying===

====Startup====

* As described in AH-64D [https://wiki.masterarms.se/index.php/AH-64D_Procedures#Startup TTP.]

====Takeoff====

* As described in AH-64D [https://wiki.masterarms.se/index.php/AH-64D_Procedures#Taxi_.2F_Takeoff TTP.]
:- Takeoff using "VMC Takeoff".

====In-flight====

* Flying
:- Fly in Combat cruise formation at low-level profile.
:- Fly NOE as a single-ship in flat and open terrain.
:- Hover IGE and OGE
:- VRS Recovery

* Navigation
:- Visually navigate between two points using for example terrain objects as guidence (the compass and an empty F10 map may be used)
:- Follow several waypoints in succession (flightplan) using information provided by the in-cockpit instruments or projected on HUD/HSD.
:- Navigate To/From or in reference to ADF using [https://wiki.masterarms.se/index.php/Radials Radials] and information on TSD.

* Trim/Autopilot
:- Force trim
:- Engage/Disengage:
::* ATTITUDE HOLD
::* ALTITUDE HOLD

* Fence In / Fence Out procedures
:- As described in AH-64D [https://wiki.masterarms.se//index.php/AH-64D_Procedures#En_Route_2 TTP.]
* Emergency Jettison

====Landing====

* As described in AH-64D [https://wiki.masterarms.se/index.php/AH-64D_Procedures#Landing TTP.]
:- Landing using "VMC Approach"

===Combat===

====Air-To-Air====

*Gun
:- M139 AWS
::* Hit single hovering target.

====Air-To-Ground====

*Gun
:- M139 AWS
::* Obtain rounds on static point-target (Single vehicle) with Manual and Auto range at a distance of ~1000m using "Hovering fire"

* Rockets
:-Hydra-70
::* Hit static area-target. (~200mx200m) using "Running fire"

====Defence====

* CMS
:- Detect/react to Missile launch (MWS, RLWR)
:- Drop Flare/Chaff

==Advanced Section==

The Advanced Syllabus is aimed at those who have completed the Basic Qualification. Our AH-64D pilots and CPG’s who want to take the next step whether it is to learn something new, like NOE ingress and carrier based operations, or strengthen their knowledge in topics covered in the Basic syllabus like communications or weapon deployment.

===General===

===Flying===

====Startup====

====Takeoff====

* Perform Rolling takeoff

====In-flight====

* Fly in and switch between all formations.
* Fly in and transfer to all TERF profiles.

====Landing====

* Perform Rolling landing

===Combat===

====Air-To-Air====

====Air-To-Ground====

* Gun
:- M139 AWS
::* Obtain rounds on moving target (Single vehicle) with Manual and Auto range at a distance of ~500m using "Hover fire"
::* Obtain rounds on static and moving targets (Single vehicle) with Manual and Auto range at a distance of ~500m using "Running fire"

* Rockets (Pilot and Co-op)
:- Hydra-70
::* Hit static area-target (50mx50m) using "Hover fire"
::* Hit moving area-target (Convoy 3-5 vehicles) using "Running fire"

* A-G Missiles
:- AGM-114K/L
::* TBU

* CAS
:- [http://wiki.masterarms.se/index.php/Close_Air_Support Close Air Support Procedures]

====Defence====

=Co-Pilot/Gunner=

==Basic Section==

The Basic Syllabus gives an overall picture of what is expected to be accomplished by our AH-64 pilots and CPG’s and should be seen as a minimum level of knowledge. The syllabus should be used to identify educational needs and help you set up training goals for the next sortie. When you can complete all parts of the syllabus without the need for external assistance, you should be well prepared to complete the Basic Qualification.

===General===

====Radio/SRS====

* Set frequency manually or presets and transmit/receive (SRS) on:
:- Radio 1 VHF AM
:- Radio 2 UHF
:- Radio 3 VHF FM
:- Radio 4-5 VHF FM/HF (optional)
* Use intercom PTT (SRS)
* Basic [http://wiki.masterarms.se/index.php/Comms Comms] as part of a flight (not as lead)
* [https://wiki.masterarms.se/index.php/Mission_Procedures Comms] towards Ground/Tower/Control etc.
* Tune ATIS freq. Receive and understand the information given by ATIS.

====MPD====

TSD-Page

* Map navigation
:- ZOOM
:- Change map type
:- Pan
* Show/Hide information
* Symbology (Waypoints, NFZ, Hazards etc.)
* Points
:- Create new/Edit waypoint/control measure (HA, BP etc)
:- Create/Edit Flightplan “Route”
:- Set “Direct To” to a waypoint/control measure

WPN-Page

* Boresight
* Laser code
:- Change frequency on laser code presets (A-E)
:- Change preset (A-E) on LRFD and LST
* Set ACQ source

FCR-Page
:WIP

VID-Page

* NIL

COM-Page
:WIP

A/C-Page

NIL

Miscellaneous

* IHADSS
:- Symbology/Info

* HSI
:- Show/Hide

===Flying===

====Startup====

* As described in AH-64D [https://wiki.masterarms.se/index.php/AH-64D_Procedures#Startup TTP]

====Takeoff====

* According to [https://wiki.masterarms.se/index.php/AH-64D_Procedures#Taxi_.2F_Takeoff Takeoff] instructions.

====In-flight====

* Flying
:- Take control and hold hover
:- Force trim
* Navigation
:- Visually navigate between two points using for example terrain objects as guidence (the compass and an empty F10 map may be used)
:- Follow several waypoints in succession (flightplan) using information provided by the in-cockpit instruments or projected on TID/ECMD.
:- Navigate To/From or in reference to ADF using [https://wiki.masterarms.se/index.php/Radials Radials] and information on TSD.
* Fence In / Fence Out procedures
:- According to [https://wiki.masterarms.se//index.php/AH-64D_Procedures#En_Route_2 Fence In/Fence Out] instructions.
* Emergency Jettison

====Landing====

* According to [https://wiki.masterarms.se/index.php/AH-64D_Procedures#Landing Landing] procedures.

===Combat===

====Air-To-Air====

*Gun
:- M139 AWS
::* Hit single hovering target.

====Air-To-Ground====

*Gun
:- M139 AWS
::* Obtain rounds on static point-target (Single vehicle) with Manual and Auto range at a distance of 2000m using "Hover fire"

* A-G Missiles
:- AGM-114K
::* Setup and fire missile in LOBL Dir mode
:::- Hit static point-target (Single vehicle) using "Hover fire"
::* Setup and fire missile in LOAL Low/High mode
:::- Hit static point-target lased by JTAC (Single vehicle) using "Hover fire"
:- AGM-114L
::* TBU

====Defence====

:- RLWR

==Advanced Section==

The Advanced Syllabus is aimed at those who have completed the Basic Qualification. Our AH-64D pilots and CPG’s who want to take the next step whether it is to learn something new, like NOE ingress and carrier based operations, or strengthen their knowledge in topics covered in the Basic syllabus like communications or weapon deployment.

===General===

===Flying===

====Startup====

* According to [https://wiki.masterarms.se/index.php/AH-64D_Procedures#Startup Startup] instructions.

====Takeoff====

* According to [https://wiki.masterarms.se/index.php/AH-64D_Procedures#Taxi_.2F_Takeoff Takeoff] instructions.
:- Takeoff using "VMC Level Acceleration" only.

====In-flight====

* Flying
:- Fly in Combat cruise formation at low-level profile.
:- Hover IGE and OGE

* Navigation
:- Visually navigate between two points using for example terrain objects as guidence (the compass and an empty F10 map may be used)
:- Follow several waypoints in succession (flightplan) using information provided by the in-cockpit instruments or projected on HUD/HSD.
:- Navigate To/From or in reference to ADF using [https://wiki.masterarms.se/index.php/Radials Radials] and information on TSD.

* Trim/Autopilot
:- Force trim
:- Engage/Disengage:
::* ATTITUDE HOLD
::* ALTITUDE HOLD

* Fence In / Fence Out procedures
:- According to [https://wiki.masterarms.se/index.php/AH-64D_Procedures#Landing Landing] instructions.
* Emergency Jettison

====Landing====

* According to [https://wiki.masterarms.se//index.php/AH-64D_Procedures#En_Route_2 Fence In/Fence Out] procedures.
:- Landing using "VMC Approach to a Hover" only

===Combat===

====Air-To-Air====

====Air-To-Ground====

* Gun
:- M139 AWS
::* Obtain rounds on moving target (Single vehicle) with Manual and Auto range at a distance of ~1000m using "Hover fire"
::* Obtain rounds on static and moving targets (Single vehicle) with Manual and Auto range at a distance of ~1000m using "Running fire"

* Rockets (Co-op)
:- Hydra-70
::* Hit static area-target (50mx50m) using "Hover fire"
::* Hit moving area-target (Convoy 3-5 vehicles) using "Running fire"

* A-G Missiles
:- AGM-114K
::* Hit static and moving target with delayed lasing using "Hover fire"
::* Setup and fire missile in LOAL modes
:::- Fire from masked position using "Hover fire" and "Running fire"
:- AGM-114L
::* TBU

* CAS
:- [http://wiki.masterarms.se/index.php/Close_Air_Support Close Air Support Procedures]

====Defence====

AH-64D Apache Syllabus

2026-04-03T07:57:11Z

DeadGun: /* Landing */

''[[Home]] >> [[Helicopter Syllabi]] >> [[AH-64D Apache Syllabus]]''

If not specified in the Syllabus all procedures are to be followed as described in the AH-64D Manual. <pre style="color: red">"DCS AH-64D Quick Start Manual EN" can be found in the DCS installation folder "DCS World OpenBeta\Mods\aircraft\AH-64D\Doc"</pre>

If you are new to the MA-community, be sure to read about our procedures around the airfield (Linked below) to ensure everyone can have a safe training environment. Good luck and have fun!

* [http://wiki.masterarms.se/index.php/Airport_Procedures Airport procedures]
* [http://wiki.masterarms.se/index.php/Charts Airport charts]
:- Runways
:- Taxiways
:- TACAN/ILS Freq
:- Entry/Exit points

The goal should be to fly the AH-64D as a crew (Pilot/CPG) to reach its full potential. However, In order to train effectively on your own, you as a pilot/CPG must be able to use George.
Therefore you should be able to complete everything described in the Pilot/CPG "Basic Section" below with George. During Qualification your examiner will fly with you as Pilot/CPG.

=Pilot=

==Basic Section==

The Basic Syllabus gives an overall picture of what is expected to be accomplished by our AH-64 pilots and CPG’s and should be seen as a minimum level of knowledge. The syllabus should be used to identify educational needs and help you set up training goals for the next sortie. When you can complete all parts of the syllabus without the need for external assistance, you should be well prepared to complete the Basic Qualification.

===General===

====Radio/SRS====

* Set Transponder code (SRS)
* Set frequency manually or presets and transmit/receive (SRS) on:
:- Radio 1 VHF AM
:- Radio 2 UHF
:- Radio 3 VHF FM
:- Radio 4-5 VHF FM/HF (optional)
* Use intercom PTT (SRS)
* Basic [http://wiki.masterarms.se/index.php/Comms Comms] as part of a flight (not as lead)
* Listen to and understand ATIS Information.
:''*'' Recommended settings for SRS can be found [http://wiki.masterarms.se/index.php?title=Technical_Checklist#AH-64D_Apache here.]
====MPD====

TSD-Page

* Map navigation
:- ZOOM
:- Change map type
:- Pan
* Show/Hide information
* Symbology (Waypoints, NFZ, Hazards etc.)
* Points
:- Create new/Edit waypoint
:- Set “Direct To” to a waypoint

WPN-Page

* Boresight
* Set ACQ source

FCR-Page
:WIP

VID-Page
* Change Video and Underlay

COM-Page
:WIP

A/C-Page
* FLT
:- Set QNH
* FUEL
:- Enable Aux fuel transfer (C,L,R)
* PERF
:- Check/Set perf. values used to perform “Hover check”

Miscellaneous

* IHADSS
:- Symbology/Info

* HSI
:- Show/Hide

===Flying===

====Startup====

* As described in AH-64D [https://wiki.masterarms.se/index.php/AH-64D_Procedures#Startup TTP.]

====Takeoff====

* As described in AH-64D [https://wiki.masterarms.se/index.php/AH-64D_Procedures#Taxi_.2F_Takeoff TTP.]
:- Takeoff using "VMC Level Acceleration".

====In-flight====

* Flying
:- Fly in Combat cruise formation at low-level profile.
:- Fly NOE as a single-ship in flat and open terrain.
:- Hover IGE and OGE
:- VRS Recovery

* Navigation
:- Visually navigate between two points using for example terrain objects as guidence (the compass and an empty F10 map may be used)
:- Follow several waypoints in succession (flightplan) using information provided by the in-cockpit instruments or projected on HUD/HSD.
:- Navigate To/From or in reference to ADF using [https://wiki.masterarms.se/index.php/Radials Radials] and information on TSD.

* Trim/Autopilot
:- Force trim
:- Engage/Disengage:
::* ATTITUDE HOLD
::* ALTITUDE HOLD

* Fence In / Fence Out procedures
:- As described in AH-64D [https://wiki.masterarms.se//index.php/AH-64D_Procedures#En_Route_2 TTP.]
* Emergency Jettison

====Landing====

* As described in AH-64D [https://wiki.masterarms.se/index.php/AH-64D_Procedures#Landing TTP.]
:- Landing using "VMC Approach"

===Combat===

====Air-To-Air====

*Gun
:- M139 AWS
::* Hit single hovering target.

====Air-To-Ground====

*Gun
:- M139 AWS
::* Obtain rounds on static point-target (Single vehicle) with Manual and Auto range at a distance of ~1000m using "Hovering fire"

* Rockets
:-Hydra-70
::* Hit static area-target. (~200mx200m) using "Running fire"

====Defence====

* CMS
:- Detect/react to Missile launch (MWS, RLWR)
:- Drop Flare/Chaff

==Advanced Section==

The Advanced Syllabus is aimed at those who have completed the Basic Qualification. Our AH-64D pilots and CPG’s who want to take the next step whether it is to learn something new, like NOE ingress and carrier based operations, or strengthen their knowledge in topics covered in the Basic syllabus like communications or weapon deployment.

===General===

===Flying===

====Startup====

====Takeoff====

* Perform Rolling takeoff

====In-flight====

* Fly in and switch between all formations.
* Fly in and transfer to all TERF profiles.

====Landing====

* Perform Rolling landing

===Combat===

====Air-To-Air====

====Air-To-Ground====

* Gun
:- M139 AWS
::* Obtain rounds on moving target (Single vehicle) with Manual and Auto range at a distance of ~500m using "Hover fire"
::* Obtain rounds on static and moving targets (Single vehicle) with Manual and Auto range at a distance of ~500m using "Running fire"

* Rockets (Pilot and Co-op)
:- Hydra-70
::* Hit static area-target (50mx50m) using "Hover fire"
::* Hit moving area-target (Convoy 3-5 vehicles) using "Running fire"

* A-G Missiles
:- AGM-114K/L
::* TBU

* CAS
:- [http://wiki.masterarms.se/index.php/Close_Air_Support Close Air Support Procedures]

====Defence====

=Co-Pilot/Gunner=

==Basic Section==

The Basic Syllabus gives an overall picture of what is expected to be accomplished by our AH-64 pilots and CPG’s and should be seen as a minimum level of knowledge. The syllabus should be used to identify educational needs and help you set up training goals for the next sortie. When you can complete all parts of the syllabus without the need for external assistance, you should be well prepared to complete the Basic Qualification.

===General===

====Radio/SRS====

* Set frequency manually or presets and transmit/receive (SRS) on:
:- Radio 1 VHF AM
:- Radio 2 UHF
:- Radio 3 VHF FM
:- Radio 4-5 VHF FM/HF (optional)
* Use intercom PTT (SRS)
* Basic [http://wiki.masterarms.se/index.php/Comms Comms] as part of a flight (not as lead)
* [https://wiki.masterarms.se/index.php/Mission_Procedures Comms] towards Ground/Tower/Control etc.
* Tune ATIS freq. Receive and understand the information given by ATIS.

====MPD====

TSD-Page

* Map navigation
:- ZOOM
:- Change map type
:- Pan
* Show/Hide information
* Symbology (Waypoints, NFZ, Hazards etc.)
* Points
:- Create new/Edit waypoint/control measure (HA, BP etc)
:- Create/Edit Flightplan “Route”
:- Set “Direct To” to a waypoint/control measure

WPN-Page

* Boresight
* Laser code
:- Change frequency on laser code presets (A-E)
:- Change preset (A-E) on LRFD and LST
* Set ACQ source

FCR-Page
:WIP

VID-Page

* NIL

COM-Page
:WIP

A/C-Page

NIL

Miscellaneous

* IHADSS
:- Symbology/Info

* HSI
:- Show/Hide

===Flying===

====Startup====

* As described in AH-64D [https://wiki.masterarms.se/index.php/AH-64D_Procedures#Startup TTP]

====Takeoff====

* According to [https://wiki.masterarms.se/index.php/AH-64D_Procedures#Taxi_.2F_Takeoff Takeoff] instructions.

====In-flight====

* Flying
:- Take control and hold hover
:- Force trim
* Navigation
:- Visually navigate between two points using for example terrain objects as guidence (the compass and an empty F10 map may be used)
:- Follow several waypoints in succession (flightplan) using information provided by the in-cockpit instruments or projected on TID/ECMD.
:- Navigate To/From or in reference to ADF using [https://wiki.masterarms.se/index.php/Radials Radials] and information on TSD.
* Fence In / Fence Out procedures
:- According to [https://wiki.masterarms.se//index.php/AH-64D_Procedures#En_Route_2 Fence In/Fence Out] instructions.
* Emergency Jettison

====Landing====

* According to [https://wiki.masterarms.se/index.php/AH-64D_Procedures#Landing Landing] procedures.

===Combat===

====Air-To-Air====

*Gun
:- M139 AWS
::* Hit single hovering target.

====Air-To-Ground====

*Gun
:- M139 AWS
::* Obtain rounds on static point-target (Single vehicle) with Manual and Auto range at a distance of 2000m using "Hover fire"

* A-G Missiles
:- AGM-114K
::* Setup and fire missile in LOBL Dir mode
:::- Hit static point-target (Single vehicle) using "Hover fire"
::* Setup and fire missile in LOAL Low/High mode
:::- Hit static point-target lased by JTAC (Single vehicle) using "Hover fire"
:- AGM-114L
::* TBU

====Defence====

:- RLWR

==Advanced Section==

The Advanced Syllabus is aimed at those who have completed the Basic Qualification. Our AH-64D pilots and CPG’s who want to take the next step whether it is to learn something new, like NOE ingress and carrier based operations, or strengthen their knowledge in topics covered in the Basic syllabus like communications or weapon deployment.

===General===

===Flying===

====Startup====

* According to [https://wiki.masterarms.se/index.php/AH-64D_Procedures#Startup Startup] instructions.

====Takeoff====

* According to [https://wiki.masterarms.se/index.php/AH-64D_Procedures#Taxi_.2F_Takeoff Takeoff] instructions.
:- Takeoff using "VMC Level Acceleration" only.

====In-flight====

* Flying
:- Fly in Combat cruise formation at low-level profile.
:- Hover IGE and OGE

* Navigation
:- Visually navigate between two points using for example terrain objects as guidence (the compass and an empty F10 map may be used)
:- Follow several waypoints in succession (flightplan) using information provided by the in-cockpit instruments or projected on HUD/HSD.
:- Navigate To/From or in reference to ADF using [https://wiki.masterarms.se/index.php/Radials Radials] and information on TSD.

* Trim/Autopilot
:- Force trim
:- Engage/Disengage:
::* ATTITUDE HOLD
::* ALTITUDE HOLD

* Fence In / Fence Out procedures
:- According to [https://wiki.masterarms.se/index.php/AH-64D_Procedures#Landing Landing] instructions.
* Emergency Jettison

====Landing====

* According to [https://wiki.masterarms.se//index.php/AH-64D_Procedures#En_Route_2 Fence In/Fence Out] procedures.
:- Landing using "VMC Approach to a Hover" only

===Combat===

====Air-To-Air====

====Air-To-Ground====

* Gun
:- M139 AWS
::* Obtain rounds on moving target (Single vehicle) with Manual and Auto range at a distance of ~1000m using "Hover fire"
::* Obtain rounds on static and moving targets (Single vehicle) with Manual and Auto range at a distance of ~1000m using "Running fire"

* Rockets (Co-op)
:- Hydra-70
::* Hit static area-target (50mx50m) using "Hover fire"
::* Hit moving area-target (Convoy 3-5 vehicles) using "Running fire"

* A-G Missiles
:- AGM-114K
::* Hit static and moving target with delayed lasing using "Hover fire"
::* Setup and fire missile in LOAL modes
:::- Fire from masked position using "Hover fire" and "Running fire"
:- AGM-114L
::* TBU

* CAS
:- [http://wiki.masterarms.se/index.php/Close_Air_Support Close Air Support Procedures]

====Defence====

AH-64D Apache Syllabus

2026-04-03T07:00:21Z

DeadGun:

''[[Home]] >> [[Helicopter Syllabi]] >> [[AH-64D Apache Syllabus]]''

If not specified in the Syllabus all procedures are to be followed as described in the AH-64D Manual. <pre style="color: red">"DCS AH-64D Quick Start Manual EN" can be found in the DCS installation folder "DCS World OpenBeta\Mods\aircraft\AH-64D\Doc"</pre>

If you are new to the MA-community, be sure to read about our procedures around the airfield (Linked below) to ensure everyone can have a safe training environment. Good luck and have fun!

* [http://wiki.masterarms.se/index.php/Airport_Procedures Airport procedures]
* [http://wiki.masterarms.se/index.php/Charts Airport charts]
:- Runways
:- Taxiways
:- TACAN/ILS Freq
:- Entry/Exit points

The goal should be to fly the AH-64D as a crew (Pilot/CPG) to reach its full potential. However, In order to train effectively on your own, you as a pilot/CPG must be able to use George.
Therefore you should be able to complete everything described in the Pilot/CPG "Basic Section" below with George. During Qualification your examiner will fly with you as Pilot/CPG.

=Pilot=

==Basic Section==

The Basic Syllabus gives an overall picture of what is expected to be accomplished by our AH-64 pilots and CPG’s and should be seen as a minimum level of knowledge. The syllabus should be used to identify educational needs and help you set up training goals for the next sortie. When you can complete all parts of the syllabus without the need for external assistance, you should be well prepared to complete the Basic Qualification.

===General===

====Radio/SRS====

* Set Transponder code (SRS)
* Set frequency manually or presets and transmit/receive (SRS) on:
:- Radio 1 VHF AM
:- Radio 2 UHF
:- Radio 3 VHF FM
:- Radio 4-5 VHF FM/HF (optional)
* Use intercom PTT (SRS)
* Basic [http://wiki.masterarms.se/index.php/Comms Comms] as part of a flight (not as lead)
* Listen to and understand ATIS Information.
:''*'' Recommended settings for SRS can be found [http://wiki.masterarms.se/index.php?title=Technical_Checklist#AH-64D_Apache here.]
====MPD====

TSD-Page

* Map navigation
:- ZOOM
:- Change map type
:- Pan
* Show/Hide information
* Symbology (Waypoints, NFZ, Hazards etc.)
* Points
:- Create new/Edit waypoint
:- Set “Direct To” to a waypoint

WPN-Page

* Boresight
* Set ACQ source

FCR-Page
:WIP

VID-Page
* Change Video and Underlay

COM-Page
:WIP

A/C-Page
* FLT
:- Set QNH
* FUEL
:- Enable Aux fuel transfer (C,L,R)
* PERF
:- Check/Set perf. values used to perform “Hover check”

Miscellaneous

* IHADSS
:- Symbology/Info

* HSI
:- Show/Hide

===Flying===

====Startup====

* As described in AH-64D [https://wiki.masterarms.se/index.php/AH-64D_Procedures#Startup TTP.]

====Takeoff====

* As described in AH-64D [https://wiki.masterarms.se/index.php/AH-64D_Procedures#Taxi_.2F_Takeoff TTP.]
:- Takeoff using "VMC Level Acceleration".

====In-flight====

* Flying
:- Fly in Combat cruise formation at low-level profile.
:- Fly NOE as a single-ship in flat and open terrain.
:- Hover IGE and OGE
:- VRS Recovery

* Navigation
:- Visually navigate between two points using for example terrain objects as guidence (the compass and an empty F10 map may be used)
:- Follow several waypoints in succession (flightplan) using information provided by the in-cockpit instruments or projected on HUD/HSD.
:- Navigate To/From or in reference to ADF using [https://wiki.masterarms.se/index.php/Radials Radials] and information on TSD.

* Trim/Autopilot
:- Force trim
:- Engage/Disengage:
::* ATTITUDE HOLD
::* ALTITUDE HOLD

* Fence In / Fence Out procedures
:- As described in AH-64D [https://wiki.masterarms.se//index.php/AH-64D_Procedures#En_Route_2 TTP.]
* Emergency Jettison

====Landing====

* As described in AH-64D [https://wiki.masterarms.se/index.php/AH-64D_Procedures#Landing TTP.]
:- Landing using "VMC Approach to a Hover"

===Combat===

====Air-To-Air====

*Gun
:- M139 AWS
::* Hit single hovering target.

====Air-To-Ground====

*Gun
:- M139 AWS
::* Obtain rounds on static point-target (Single vehicle) with Manual and Auto range at a distance of ~1000m using "Hovering fire"

* Rockets
:-Hydra-70
::* Hit static area-target. (~200mx200m) using "Running fire"

====Defence====

* CMS
:- Detect/react to Missile launch (MWS, RLWR)
:- Drop Flare/Chaff

==Advanced Section==

The Advanced Syllabus is aimed at those who have completed the Basic Qualification. Our AH-64D pilots and CPG’s who want to take the next step whether it is to learn something new, like NOE ingress and carrier based operations, or strengthen their knowledge in topics covered in the Basic syllabus like communications or weapon deployment.

===General===

===Flying===

====Startup====

====Takeoff====

* Perform Rolling takeoff

====In-flight====

* Fly in and switch between all formations.
* Fly in and transfer to all TERF profiles.

====Landing====

* Perform Rolling landing

===Combat===

====Air-To-Air====

====Air-To-Ground====

* Gun
:- M139 AWS
::* Obtain rounds on moving target (Single vehicle) with Manual and Auto range at a distance of ~500m using "Hover fire"
::* Obtain rounds on static and moving targets (Single vehicle) with Manual and Auto range at a distance of ~500m using "Running fire"

* Rockets (Pilot and Co-op)
:- Hydra-70
::* Hit static area-target (50mx50m) using "Hover fire"
::* Hit moving area-target (Convoy 3-5 vehicles) using "Running fire"

* A-G Missiles
:- AGM-114K/L
::* TBU

* CAS
:- [http://wiki.masterarms.se/index.php/Close_Air_Support Close Air Support Procedures]

====Defence====

=Co-Pilot/Gunner=

==Basic Section==

The Basic Syllabus gives an overall picture of what is expected to be accomplished by our AH-64 pilots and CPG’s and should be seen as a minimum level of knowledge. The syllabus should be used to identify educational needs and help you set up training goals for the next sortie. When you can complete all parts of the syllabus without the need for external assistance, you should be well prepared to complete the Basic Qualification.

===General===

====Radio/SRS====

* Set frequency manually or presets and transmit/receive (SRS) on:
:- Radio 1 VHF AM
:- Radio 2 UHF
:- Radio 3 VHF FM
:- Radio 4-5 VHF FM/HF (optional)
* Use intercom PTT (SRS)
* Basic [http://wiki.masterarms.se/index.php/Comms Comms] as part of a flight (not as lead)
* [https://wiki.masterarms.se/index.php/Mission_Procedures Comms] towards Ground/Tower/Control etc.
* Tune ATIS freq. Receive and understand the information given by ATIS.

====MPD====

TSD-Page

* Map navigation
:- ZOOM
:- Change map type
:- Pan
* Show/Hide information
* Symbology (Waypoints, NFZ, Hazards etc.)
* Points
:- Create new/Edit waypoint/control measure (HA, BP etc)
:- Create/Edit Flightplan “Route”
:- Set “Direct To” to a waypoint/control measure

WPN-Page

* Boresight
* Laser code
:- Change frequency on laser code presets (A-E)
:- Change preset (A-E) on LRFD and LST
* Set ACQ source

FCR-Page
:WIP

VID-Page

* NIL

COM-Page
:WIP

A/C-Page

NIL

Miscellaneous

* IHADSS
:- Symbology/Info

* HSI
:- Show/Hide

===Flying===

====Startup====

* As described in AH-64D [https://wiki.masterarms.se/index.php/AH-64D_Procedures#Startup TTP]

====Takeoff====

* According to [https://wiki.masterarms.se/index.php/AH-64D_Procedures#Taxi_.2F_Takeoff Takeoff] instructions.

====In-flight====

* Flying
:- Take control and hold hover
:- Force trim
* Navigation
:- Visually navigate between two points using for example terrain objects as guidence (the compass and an empty F10 map may be used)
:- Follow several waypoints in succession (flightplan) using information provided by the in-cockpit instruments or projected on TID/ECMD.
:- Navigate To/From or in reference to ADF using [https://wiki.masterarms.se/index.php/Radials Radials] and information on TSD.
* Fence In / Fence Out procedures
:- According to [https://wiki.masterarms.se//index.php/AH-64D_Procedures#En_Route_2 Fence In/Fence Out] instructions.
* Emergency Jettison

====Landing====

* According to [https://wiki.masterarms.se/index.php/AH-64D_Procedures#Landing Landing] procedures.

===Combat===

====Air-To-Air====

*Gun
:- M139 AWS
::* Hit single hovering target.

====Air-To-Ground====

*Gun
:- M139 AWS
::* Obtain rounds on static point-target (Single vehicle) with Manual and Auto range at a distance of 2000m using "Hover fire"

* A-G Missiles
:- AGM-114K
::* Setup and fire missile in LOBL Dir mode
:::- Hit static point-target (Single vehicle) using "Hover fire"
::* Setup and fire missile in LOAL Low/High mode
:::- Hit static point-target lased by JTAC (Single vehicle) using "Hover fire"
:- AGM-114L
::* TBU

====Defence====

:- RLWR

==Advanced Section==

The Advanced Syllabus is aimed at those who have completed the Basic Qualification. Our AH-64D pilots and CPG’s who want to take the next step whether it is to learn something new, like NOE ingress and carrier based operations, or strengthen their knowledge in topics covered in the Basic syllabus like communications or weapon deployment.

===General===

===Flying===

====Startup====

* According to [https://wiki.masterarms.se/index.php/AH-64D_Procedures#Startup Startup] instructions.

====Takeoff====

* According to [https://wiki.masterarms.se/index.php/AH-64D_Procedures#Taxi_.2F_Takeoff Takeoff] instructions.
:- Takeoff using "VMC Level Acceleration" only.

====In-flight====

* Flying
:- Fly in Combat cruise formation at low-level profile.
:- Hover IGE and OGE

* Navigation
:- Visually navigate between two points using for example terrain objects as guidence (the compass and an empty F10 map may be used)
:- Follow several waypoints in succession (flightplan) using information provided by the in-cockpit instruments or projected on HUD/HSD.
:- Navigate To/From or in reference to ADF using [https://wiki.masterarms.se/index.php/Radials Radials] and information on TSD.

* Trim/Autopilot
:- Force trim
:- Engage/Disengage:
::* ATTITUDE HOLD
::* ALTITUDE HOLD

* Fence In / Fence Out procedures
:- According to [https://wiki.masterarms.se/index.php/AH-64D_Procedures#Landing Landing] instructions.
* Emergency Jettison

====Landing====

* According to [https://wiki.masterarms.se//index.php/AH-64D_Procedures#En_Route_2 Fence In/Fence Out] procedures.
:- Landing using "VMC Approach to a Hover" only

===Combat===

====Air-To-Air====

====Air-To-Ground====

* Gun
:- M139 AWS
::* Obtain rounds on moving target (Single vehicle) with Manual and Auto range at a distance of ~1000m using "Hover fire"
::* Obtain rounds on static and moving targets (Single vehicle) with Manual and Auto range at a distance of ~1000m using "Running fire"

* Rockets (Co-op)
:- Hydra-70
::* Hit static area-target (50mx50m) using "Hover fire"
::* Hit moving area-target (Convoy 3-5 vehicles) using "Running fire"

* A-G Missiles
:- AGM-114K
::* Hit static and moving target with delayed lasing using "Hover fire"
::* Setup and fire missile in LOAL modes
:::- Fire from masked position using "Hover fire" and "Running fire"
:- AGM-114L
::* TBU

* CAS
:- [http://wiki.masterarms.se/index.php/Close_Air_Support Close Air Support Procedures]

====Defence====

Close Air Support

2026-03-14T22:02:40Z

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''[[Home]] >> [[Tactical Guides]] >> [[Close Air Support]]''

Close Air Support (CAS) is an air action against a hostile targets which are in close proximity to a friendly forces and which require detailed integration of each air mission with fire and movement of those forces.
CAS procedures are to be conducted at any time friendly forces are in close proximity to enemy forces.

Terminal Attack Control is the authority to control the maneuver of and grant weapons release clearance to attacking aircraft. A qualified JTAC, in accordance with CAS Syllabus, will be recognized across MA as capable and authorized to perform TAC operations.

In real life, another key player is the ground commander, responsible for ground operations, but in our context it's not allways a role that is present.

==Order of Events==
* Initial contact - The CAS asset contacts the JTAC, ready to check-in or recive initial guidence.
* CAS Check-in - The CAS asset provides the JTAC with its capabilities.
* Situation Update - The JTAC updates the pilots on the situation on the ground.
* Game plan - The JTAC provides broad term info for the upcoming attack.
* CAS Brief - The JTAC provides the necessary details for the attack in a standard format.
** 9-line
** Remarks
** Restrictions
* Correlation - The JTAC confirms that the pilot has acquired the correct target when needed.
* Attack - The pilot the pilot executes the attack.
* Battle Damage Assessment - The JTAC/Pilot provides an evaluation of the attack. Later on, summarizes the final result of the CAS.

==Planning==

Key issues such as battle tracking, risk assessment, weapons release authority, methods of attack, airspace deconfliction and coordination, must be clearly understood and carefully planned.

===Battle Tracking===

Effective battle tracking will aid in maintaining and understanding of friendly and enemy progress, reduce redundant targeting, and reduce the possibility of friendly fire. 
JTAC must operate with the most currint information including:
:- FSCM's/ACM's
:- Friendly Unit Information. (Unit boundaries, phase lines, friendly locations, objectives, etc.)
:- Current and planned artillery locations and gun-target lines.
:- Enemy Locations including surface-to-air threats.

===Risk Assessment===

JTAC should make continuous risk assessments. CAS is not always the best option! 
Information to consider:
:- Confidence in and the training of the personnel involved
:- Confidence in battle tracking
:- Confidence in targeting information
:- Threat information
:- Ordnance available for attack

===Colleteral Damage===

Collateral damage is unintentional injury or damage to noncombatant persons or objects. 
The JTAC should make a Collateral Damage Estimation (CDE) by answering five basic questions.

# Can I make a positive identification of the object I want to affect?
# Are there "collateral objects / noncombatants" within the effects of the weapon I would like to use?
# Can I mitigate damage to those collateral concerns by striking the target with a different weapon or with a different method of engagement?
# If not, how many noncombatants do I think will be affected by this attack?
# Are the collateral effects in relation to the advantage gained?

===Fire Support Coordination Measures===

WIP

===Airspace Control Means===

WIP

===Procedural Control Means===
[[Fil:CAS_Keyhole.png|400px|thumb|Keyhole]]
*Contact Point / Initial Point / Battle Position Selection

::CP/IP/BP should be based on enemy/friendly capabilities, target/friendly location, weather etc. CP and HA should be visual points so that aircrew can visually acquire them and should be at such distance from target area that its safe from ground threats during holding.

*Keyhole template

::Keyhole is an efficient method for establishing reference points.

::E or "Echo Point" is set at center of target area. The different cardinals are referred to by letters: A for North, B for East, C for South, D for West. Radials are to be used in between. Distances are expressed in nautical miles (for FW) or kilometers (RW). FW Aircraft should hold outside the distance given. For RW the distance given is considered the center of BP.

::''Note: If holding multiple aircraft around one Echo point the JTAC should consider deconflicting all the players also by altitude, as holding patterns of some players may accidentally overlap during holding.''

==Preparation==

===Pre-Combat Preperations===

* Ensure included personnel understands the mission, end-state, scheme of maneuver, and fires including:
::- The ground force commander’s intent and the ground force scheme of maneuver
::- Threat scheme of maneuver
::- Communications plan
::- Tasked assets
* Ensure distribution of graphics and/or overlays depicting:
::- Scheme of maneuver.
::- FSCM
::- ACM
::- NAI/TAI
::- Decision points
::- CP/IP/HA/BP
::- Friendly marking procedures (Day/Night)
::- Laser guided munitions/designator codes

==Execution==

===Initial contact===
[[Fil:AMSL.png|400px|thumb|AMSL MA TRAINING 2022]]
When the flight is established at the contact point (CP), they will contact the JTAC and if unencrypted comms is used the pilot should challange the JTAC using [https://wiki.masterarms.se//index.php/Comms#RAMROD RAMROD] or [https://wiki.masterarms.se//index.php/Comms#AMSL AMSL].
In our case the JTAC will typically pass an Echo point (target area) to the flight. If the flight is ''not'' able to work with [https://wiki.masterarms.se/index.php/Geographical_Reference_Systems_(WIP)#MGRS MGRS] coordinates (which is standard), and need some other format (typically [https://wiki.masterarms.se/index.php/Geographical_Reference_Systems_(WIP)#Latitude_and_Longitude DDD° MM.MMM'] coordinates), this should be mentioned before the echo point is communicated. The JTAC might also give the flight instructions to proceed to another location in relation to the echo point.

''Note: The actual check-in has not happened yet. The JTAC typically wants to point the flight in the right direction before that, in order to save time.''

===Check-in===
[[Fil:Check-in.png|400px|thumb|Check-in]]
The flight should not ''check-in'' until the JTAC asks them to. JTACs should be directive about when they want the aircraft to check-in, providing the details on the flight's capabilities. When the flight checks in, the following info should be included:

# Flight callsign
# Number and type of aircraft
# Position and altitude
# Ordnance (including laser codes)
# Playtime
# Relevant capabilities (TGP, VDL, NVG, etc.)
# Abort code (if needed using [https://wiki.masterarms.se//index.php/Comms#AMSL AMSL]/[https://wiki.masterarms.se//index.php/Comms#RAMROD RAMROD] otherwise "in the clear")

===Situation Update===
[[Fil:Situation_update.png|400px|thumb|Situation Update]]
The JTAC provides a short overview on what's happening, and if there is anything the flight needs to know, like any hazards (air defence threat, other CAS flights), enemy and friendly forces situation and artillery activity.

It is not mandatory to write down everything that is said but the pilot should understand the situation and take note if needed.

===Game plan===
[[Fil:CAS_Brief.png|400px|thumb|CAS Brief]]
The JTAC provides a short summary of how the attack is going to be performed.
Game plan shall include:
* Type of control (1,2 or3)

:- Type 1
:: The JTAC will visually acquire the target and the attacking aircraft during the terminal phase of an attack and maintaining control of individual attacks.

:- Type 2
:: While not required, the JTAC should make every effort to, gain a visual on the aircraft during the terminal phase of an attack and maintaining control of individual attacks.
::- The JTAC should state "BLIND, CLEARED HOT" if unable to gain a visual on the aircraft.

:- Type 3
:: The JTAC will allow multiple attacks within the same engagement.

* Method (BOT/BOC)
:- BOC
:: Aircraft employing ordnance on a specified set of coordinates.

::- All aircraft delivering ordnance must readback Line 4, Line 6 (from system/weapon), Line 8 and restrictions.

:-BOT
:: Target are confirmed TALLY/CAPTURED by the aircrew.

::- Only the flight lead is required to readback lines 4, 6, 8 and restrictions.

The game plan ''may'' include:
* Ordnance requested/fusing/effect on target
* Aircraft interval

Sometimes, a short back-and-forth between the JTAC and the pilot is required to determine the best choice of weapon for a specific target. This is initiated by the JTAC saying “I suggest.." and ending with "do you agree? oterwise weapon of choice is not negotiable.

===CAS-brief===
The CAS brief is the standard for use with FW and RW aircraft. The brief is used for all threat
conditions and does not dictate the CAS aircraft’s tactics. It consist of 9-line, remarks and
restrictions.

====9-line====
The lines are always read in a certain order and should be as short/to-the-point as possible. It's encouraged that the JTAC reads all the line headers ("Elevation", "Target" etc) out loud, to make it easier for less experienced pilots.

*Initial Point or Battle Position
:The IP is the starting point for the run-in to the target. For rotary wing aircraft, the BP is where attacks on the target are commenced (for running and diving fire) or actual firing position (for hovering fire). IPs and BPs are usually described by name.

:If Keyhole template is used, IP/BP can be expressed as cardinal direction and distance from Echo Point (see Keyhole procedures)

*Heading and Offset
:The heading is course from the IP or center of the BP to target. (Included in Line 1 during Keyhole procedure)
:Magnetic North is considered standard but JTAC should be prepared to convert Magnetic North to True North, if necessary.
:The offset is the side of the IP-to-target line on which aircrews can maneuver for the attack (LEFT or RIGHT)

*Distance
:The distance from the IP to the target. (Included in Line 1 during Keyhole procedure)

*'''Target Elevation'''
:The target altitude in feet MSL (above mean sea level).

*Target Description
:A concise description, for instance "T-72 tank".

*'''Target Location'''
:WGS-84 map datum is considered standard. Location is provided in one of following manners:
::- MGRS
::- Lat/Long
::- Offset from known point

:There are rare times when a JTAC is unable to provide a target elevation and coordinate. In this case, there must be additional correlation between the attacking aircraft and controller to confirm the actual target location. This may include verification through Talk-On or use of VDL.

* Mark - The type of mark the JTAC will use (smoke, Laser/IR-pointer or direct fire).
:If using a Laser, line 7 will also state:
:* Callsign of the platform/individual that will provide the lasermark/sesignation
:* Laser Code

*'''Friendlies'''
:Given in a cardinal/sub cardinal direction and distance in meters from the target to the closest friendly position (e.g. "North 500" or “South-west 300”)

*Egress
:The cardinal/sub-cardinal direction for the pilot to egress after weapon employment

The '''bold''' lines are mandatory for the pilot to read back when asked to.

====Remarks====

Remarks convey additional information important to the conduct of the CAS mission. The
following is a list of remarks that should be included in the CAS brief, if applicable:

* Laser-to-target line - The direction of the laser expressed in degrees magnetic from point of
origin to the target.
* Ordnance type/number (if not already specified in game plan)
* Threats - AAA, manpads etc.
* Active GTL's - GTL in degrees magnetic, Max Ord in feet MSL and TOF. (Position if not known by aircrew)
* Weather - Cloud ceiling etc.
* Hazards to Aviation - High ground, powerlines etc.

Remarks are not required to be read back by the aircrew, unless specifically requested by JTAC.

====Restrictions====

The following information is always a restriction and must be included if applicable. Additional
restrictions are at the discretion of the JTAC. JTAC's should attempt to place as few restrictions as possible on attacking aircraft.

* Final attack heading - If the attack needs to be performed at a certain heading
::- Magnetic heading e.g. - "FAH 230 degrees"
::- Magnetic heading with a cone - e.g. "FAH 230 +/- 20 degrees" or "FAH 210 - 250 degrees"
::- Cardinal/Sub cardinal - e.g. "Make your attack from east to west"
::- Geo.ref - e.g. "Make attacks paralell to the road"
* Danger close - If the attack is expected to hit very close to friendlies (inside of the weapon's "0.1% probability of incapacitation" radius)
* Airspace Coordination Area - If there is any limitation on use of the airspace that has not been briefed before
* TOT - If there is a certain time-on-target when the weapons is intended to hit the target.

All passed restrictions shall be read back when asked to.

===Correlation===
*BOT
:When the pilot has received the CAS brief, the JTAC needs to make sure the pilot is acquiring the correct target. Typically through a talk-on, guiding the pilot from a reference point, through distinguishable landmarks, to the target. This is a back-and-forth talk between the JTAC and the pilot, and can be very different depending on the situation.

:''Note: For talk-on, use "FIDO": '''F'''rom anchor, '''I'''n a direction, '''D'''istance to travel, '''O'''bject seen.''

*BOC
:Correlation is complete when the attacking aircraft correctly read back lines 4, 6 from their weapon system along with line 8 and other restrictions.

===Attack===
When the correlation has been completed, the JTAC clears the pilot to approach by asking him to "call leaving IP". When the pilot has completed his preparations, and has turned towards the target, he calls "IP inbound", meaning he has left the IP and is inbound towards the target.

* If the JTAC wants the pilot to continue, but he's not ready to let him open fire just yet, he calls "Continue".
* When the pilot is 'ready to fire' he calls "In hot" or "In hot + attack heading" if restricted.
* If the JTAC wants to cancel the attack, he calls "Abort, abort, abort!".
* When the JTAC is confident everything looks good, he calls "Cleared hot!".

''Note: For safety, "cleared hot!" are words ONLY to be said by the JTAC, ever. You are not allowed to asked "am I cleared hot?".

When the pilot fires, he should preferably call out the weapon release. For instance "Bombs Away" or Rifle (air-to-ground missile, like a Maverick). No callout is needed for a strafe.

When the pilot has fired, he calls "Off" if he has fired, or "Off dry" if he didn't fire.

===Battle Damage Assassment===

After the weapon has impacted, the JTAC should let the pilot know whether it was a hit or miss and if target is destroyed/neutralized. If needed the JTAC can ask the pilot to perform a BDA using on board sensors for a more precise assassment. Many times, a re-attack is needed either to re-engage the same target or engage a new target in the same position(Convoy etc.). In this case, the JTAC simply asks for a re-attack. The instructions and restrictions from the first attack still apply, so no new CAS brief is needed. The JTAC may give additional instructions when the pilot is maneuvering, typically an target position adjustment. This is typically given with reference to where the previous attack hit ("from your hits, north 100").

When the JTAC no longer needs the CAS flight, or the CAS flight can no longer support (out of playtime i.e. low fuel, out of weapons, other reason), the CAS session ends. The pilot or the JTAC could perform a full BDA, but in our case typically the JTAC makes the BDA and communicates it to the pilot).
The BDA should include:
:* Number and type of equipment/personnel attacked
:* Mechanism/degree of damage, activity after the attack
:* Munitions expended, observed damage (number of tanks destroyed, number still active, and recommendation), mission number, and mission accomplished.

JTAC gives final instructions to pilots how to leave the AO (Usually back to CP where the pilots will contact any airborne C2 asset)

==Rotary wing CAS==

WIP

For rotary wing (helicopter) CAS, the JTAC has two options:
* Using the normal procedures as described above.
* Using the more compact "5-line" format, effectively replacing the ''game plan'' and the ''CAS brief'' with this shorter format. The 5-line assumes the aircrew has good SA and gets a positive fix on the friendly forces. If the air crew fails to locate the friendly forces, the JTAC should not proceed but instead use a 9-line.

===5-line application===
The ''game plan'' and the ''CAS brief'' are replaced with the 5-line. All other sections remain unchanged.

# Warning order - This lets the aircrew know that this will be a 5-line instead of 9-line, as well as including the gameplan with control type and engagement method (typically ''Type 2'' and ''Bomb on Target'').
# Friendly location/mark - The position of the friendly observer (typically the JTAC himself). Should be communicated by talk-on from a reference point (like the echo point) and/or by marking with smoke.
# Target location - Typically communicated in relation to line 2 (friendlies).
# Target description/mark - A concise description, for instance "T-72 tank" and any mark (smoke, IR, laser including code).
# Remarks/'''restrictions''' - Optional remarks such as requested weapon, and any restrictions such as final attack heading (see remarks and restrictions above for details).

After a 5-line, ''only'' the '''restrictions''' should be read back.

===5-line example===
In this example, Orca6, a friendly Ka-50 is 5 nm east of Bowser5's (the JTAC's) position. The JTAC has enemy infantry 400 meter to the south. The echo point has already been communicated, and the check-in is complete.

====Situation update====
Bowser5: "Situation update: We are taking small arms and RPG fire from infantry to the south. You are the only flight in the AO. Advice when ready for 5-line"

====5-line====
Orca6: "Ready 5-line"
Bowser5: ''(1)'' "Orca6, Bowser5. 5-line. Type 2. Bomb on target." ''(2)'' "My position: next to building 100 meters north of echo point, marked with green smoke." ''(3)'' "Target location: Bearing 180 and range 400, marked with tracers." ''(4)'' "Description: Infantry in the open." ''(5)'' "Restrictions: Attack east to west. All effect south of echo point." *
Orca6: "Copy, will attack from east to west. All effects south of echo point."

<nowiki>*</nowiki> ''Note: Line numbers are not read out loud.''

From that point, everything works just like during a 9-line. "IP inbound", "Continue", "In hot", "Cleared hot!" etc.

==Glossary==
WIP
*Miller time Completion of A/S ordnance delivery. Generally used by the last striker in conjunction with a precoordinated egress plan.

ROUTING CALLS

*PROCEED TO xxxx AND REPORT ESTABLISHED Call for aircrew to proceed to a location/elevation and verbally report when established
*MAINTAIN xxxx Directive call for aircrew to hold at the specified location/altitude
*REPORT PASSING xxxx Call for aircrew to verbally report passing the specified altitude

TERMINAL ATTACK CONTROLLER CLEARANCE CALLS

*ABORT Cease action/attack/event/mission.
*CLEARED HOT Type 1 and 2 close air support terminal attack control clearance to release ordnance on this pass.
*CONTINUE Continue present maneuver, does not imply a change in clearance to engage or expend ordnance.
*CONTINUE DRY Continue present maneuver, ordnance release not authorized. (Joint terminal attack controller must use “Type 3, CONTINUE DRY” for dry Type 3 control.)
*CLEARED TO ENGAGE Type 3 control clearance. Attack aircraft or flight may initiate attacks within the parameters imposed by the JTAC. (Joint terminal attack controller must use “Type 3, CONTINUE DRY” for dry Type 3 control.)

STANDARD MARKING BREVITY TERMS

*BLIND No visual contact with FRIENDLY aircraft/ground position.
*VISUAL Sighting of a FRIENDLY aircraft or ground position.
*CONTACT Acknowledges sighting of a specified reference point (either visually or via sensor).
*CAPTURED Specified surface target or object has been acquired and is being tracked with an onboard sensor.
*LOOKING Aircrew does not have the ground object, reference point, or target in sight.
*TALLY Sighting of a target, non-friendly aircraft, or enemy position.
*NO JOY Aircrew does not have visual contact with the TARGET/BANDIT.

NIGHT / INFRARED BREVITY TERMS

*SPARKLE JTAC marks the target with an IR pointer. Can be initiated by JTAC or aircrew.
*SNAKE Oscillate an IR pointer in a figure eight about a target.
*PULSE Illuminate/illuminating a position with flashing IR energy. (pulse mode)
*STEADY Stop oscillation of IR pointer.
*CEASE SPARKLE Discontinue sparkle activity.
*ROPE Circling an IR pointer around an aircraft (FRIENDLY).
*CONTACT SPARKLE Acknowledges sighting of sparkle.
*MATCH SPARKLE Overlay requested target designator type.

LASER BREVITY TERMS

*TEN SECONDS Standby for LASER ON call in approximately 10 seconds
*LASER ON Start/ acknowledge LASER designation
*SHIFT Shift LASER aimpoint.
*SPOT Acquisition of LASER designation
*CEASE LASER Discontinue lasing
*DEAD EYE LASER designator system inoperative
*NEGATIVE LASER LASER energy has not been acquired
*LASING The speaker is firing the LASER
*STARE Cue the LASER spot search/ tracker function on the specified location

VIDEO DOWNLINK BREVITY TERMS

*CHECK CAPTURE Informative call that target appears to be no longer tracked by Sensor
*CHECK FOCUSInformative call that the video image appears to be out of focus
*DECLUTTER Directive call to minimize on-screen graphics
*EXPECT HOLLOW Informative call that a condition will likely exist that limits FMV reception
*HANDSHAKE Informative call to indicate receiving good FMV signal and/or Metadata
*HOLLOW Informative call to indicate loss or no full motion video signal and/or Metadata
*SET Informative call indicating no longer slewing the sensor and waiting for further updates
*SHADOW Directive call to follow indicated target.
*SLEW Directive call to slew the sensor a given direction and distance
*STAKE A sensor mark has been set and is used as an anchor point
*STARE Directive call to cue the targeting pod and enable the LASER spot search function
*SWITCH CAMERA Directive call to switch to electro-optical or infrared camera/sensor.
*SWITCH POLARITY Directive call to switch IR polarity to black hot or white hot
*TELEMETRY ON/OFF Directive call to turn telemetry data (Metadata) on/off.
*ZOOM IN/OUT Directive call to change field of view (FOV)

==Abbreviations==

*ACA Airspace Coordination Area
*ACM Airspace Coordinating Measures
*ATM Air Tasking Message
*ATO Air Tasking Order
*BP Battle Position
*BDA Battle Damage Assessment
*BOC Bomb On Coordinate
*BOT Bomb On Target
*CP Contact Point
*FAH Final Attack Heading
*FARP Forward Arming and Refuleing Point
*FFA Free Fire Area
*FO Forward Observer
*FSCL Fire Support Coordination Line
*FSCM Fire Support Coordination Measures
*HA Holding Area
*IAM Inertially-Aided Munitions
*IP Initial Point
*JDAM Joint Direct Attack Munition
*JTAC Joint Terminal Attack Controller
*LGB Laser Guided Bomb
*LGM Laser Guided Missile
*LRF Laser Range Finder
*LST Laser Spot Tracker
*LTD Laser Target Designator
*MANPADS Man Portable Air Defense System

==Example==

In our example, a JTAC called Bowser5 has found a group of T-72 tanks that he needs to see destroyed. He has requested air support from his commander (in our case, the mission commander, or the AWACS) called Stingray. A flight of two F/A-18C Hornets called Arctic1 will be dispatched to the area where Bowser5 is operating.
A contact point (CP) called "Eddie" has been setup over a lake 20nm NW of target area and Initial Point (IP) Alex located at a highway crossing 10nm to the west of target area. These points are mentioned for everyone during the brief before mission start.

===Initial contact===
The flight Arctic1 is now enroute to CP Eddie, and has switched to Bowser5's frequency.

Arctic11: "Bowser5, Arctic11"
Bowser5: "Arctic11, Bowser5, advice when ready for echo point"
Arctic11: "Ready to copy"
Bowser5: "38 Tango, Lima November, 480 098. Elevation 2671"
Arctic11: "38 Tango, Lima November, 480 098. Elevation 2671"
Bowser5: "Readback correct. Proceed to Delta 15. Send your check-in"

===Check-in===
Arctic11: "Pushing Delta 15"
Arctic11: "Bowser5, this is Arctic1, two-ship F/A-18 Charlie, at CP Eddie, angels 15. Carrying 500
20 mike mike, 2 GBU-12, 1 GBU-32 and 1 AMG-65E on each aircraft. Laser codes: Arctic11 - 1511,
Arctic12 - 1512. Playtime 40 minutes. Carrying ATFLIR. Abort code: In the clear"
Bowser5: "1511 and 1512, abort in the clear, call ready for situation update"
Arctic11: "Ready to copy"

===Situation Update===
Bowser5: "Current surface-to-air threat is a SA-6 at Lima November 970 965, just west of MSR Tampa;
target is a armored platoon attempting to flank us to the north, break"

Bowser5: "Friendlies are a single FST in the vicinity of OP 2 on the high ground. There is also a Recon team
at the southwest 3 km at the tip of Black Mountain, break."

Bowser5: "Bowser5 has control. Plan on using laser guided munition to disrupt the armor. Winds on the deck
are 10-knots out of the west. Bowser5 is Laser and IR capable, advise when ready for gameplan."

Arctic11: "Copy, Wilco"

Arctic1 flight now turns to Delta 15 (meaning 15 nm West of Echo).

===Game plan===
Arctic11: "Established Delta 15, Ready for game plan"
Bowser5: "Type 2 control, Bomb on Target, GBU-12, JTAC Lased, Advice when ready for 9-line."

===CAS-brief===
====9-line====
Arctic11: "Ready for 9-line."
Bowser5:
''(1)'' "IP: Alex" "Lines 1, 2 and 3: Delta 10" *
''(2)'' "Heading: 090° (Mag)
''(3)'' "Distance: 10
''(4)'' "Elevation: 1725 (One-seven-two-five)"
''(5)'' "Target: 2x T-72 tanks"
''(6)'' "Location: Lima November 4790 1010"
''(7)'' "Mark: Designation by my laser, code 1511"
''(8)'' "Friendlies: 500 meters south"
''(9)'' "Egress: Left turn back to IP"
"Advice when ready for remarks." **

Arctic11: "Ready for remarks."

:<nowiki>*</nowiki> ''Note: If using keyhole, lines 1, 2 and 3 can be marged in to one line.''
:<nowiki>**</nowiki> ''Note: It's implied that both remarks and restrictions will be sent during next transmission.''

====Remarks/Restrictions====
Bowser5: "Final attack heading 070° plus/minus 45°. Readback"

Arctic11: "Elevation: 1725, Location: Lima November 4790 1010, Friendlies: 500 meters south. Final attack heading 070°, plus/minus 45°."
Bowser5: "Readback correct. Slew sensor on target and call ready for talk-on."
Arctic11: "Ready for talk-on."

===Correlation===
Bowser5: "Do you see the MSR going east-west?"
Arctic11: "Contact."
Bowser5: "Follow the road west, call contact on first bridge?"
Arctic11: "Looking..... Contact."
Bowser5: "Just to the northwest of that bridge, call contact on two tanks?"
Arctic11: "Contact, two tanks driving west."
Bowser5: "Picture same, That's your target."
Arctic11: "Tally! Captured."
Bowser5: "Call leaving IP"

===Attack===
Arctic11: "IP inbound"
Bowser5: "Continue"
Arctic11: "In hot 075°"
Bowser5: "Cleared hot! Call 10sec, Call for laser"
Arctic11: "Off"
Arctic11: "10 sec"
Arctic11: "Laser ON"
Bowser5: "Lasing"
Bowser5: "Splash!"

===Battle Damage Assassment===
Bowser5: "Standby, target obscured.... Target Destroyed. One tank left"

Arctic11 starts looking for the other tank on the way back to IP.

===Correlation===
Arctic11: "Capture T-72, just north of previous target"
Bowser5: "Picture same, That's your target."
Arctic11: "Tally!"
Bowser5: "Cleared for imidiate re-attack, Call in hot with heading"

===Attack===
Arctic11: "In hot 110°"
Bowser5: "Cleared hot! Call 10sec, Call for laser"
Arctic11: "Off"
Arctic11: "10 sec"
Arctic11: "Laser ON"
Bowser5: "Lasing"
Bowser5: "Splash!"

===Battle Damage Assassment===
Bowser5: "Standby.. Target Destroyed"

Bowser5: "Battle Damage Assassment as follows. Mission success, Two tanks destroyed. No further tasking, push CP Eddie angels 15 and above, contact Stingray5, Thanks for the support and have a safe RTB!"
Arctic11: "Wilco, thanks, Arctic1 pushing Eddie angels 15 and above!"

Close Air Support

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Close Air Support (CAS) is an air action against a hostile targets which are in close proximity to a friendly forces and which require detailed integration of each air mission with fire and movement of those forces.
CAS procedures are to be conducted at any time friendly forces are in close proximity to enemy forces.

Terminal Attack Control is the authority to control the maneuver of and grant weapons release clearance to attacking aircraft. A qualified JTAC, in accordance with CAS Syllabus, will be recognized across MA as capable and authorized to perform TAC operations.

In real life, another key player is the ground commander, responsible for ground operations, but in our context it's not allways a role that is present.

==Order of Events==
* Initial contact - The CAS asset contacts the JTAC, ready to check-in or recive initial guidence.
* CAS Check-in - The CAS asset provides the JTAC with its capabilities.
* Situation Update - The JTAC updates the pilots on the situation on the ground.
* Game plan - The JTAC provides broad term info for the upcoming attack.
* CAS Brief - The JTAC provides the necessary details for the attack in a standard format.
** 9-line
** Remarks
** Restrictions
* Correlation - The JTAC confirms that the pilot has acquired the correct target when needed.
* Attack - The pilot the pilot executes the attack.
* Battle Damage Assessment - The JTAC/Pilot provides an evaluation of the attack. Later on, summarizes the final result of the CAS.

==Planning==

Key issues such as battle tracking, risk assessment, weapons release authority, methods of attack, airspace deconfliction and coordination, must be clearly understood and carefully planned.

===Battle Tracking===

Effective battle tracking will aid in maintaining and understanding of friendly and enemy progress, reduce redundant targeting, and reduce the possibility of friendly fire. JTAC must operate with the most currint information including:
:- FSCM's/ACM's
:- Friendly Unit Information. (Unit boundaries, phase lines, friendly locations, objectives, etc.)
:- Current and planned artillery locations and gun-target lines.
:- Enemy Locations including surface-to-air threats.

===Risk Assessment===

JTAC should make continuous risk assessments. CAS is not always the best option!
Information to consider:
:- Confidence in and the training of the personnel involved
:- Confidence in battle tracking
:- Confidence in targeting information
:- Threat information
:- Ordnance available for attack

===Colleteral Damage===

Collateral damage is unintentional injury or damage to noncombatant persons or objects.

The JTAC should make a Collateral Damage Estimation (CDE) by answering five basic questions.

# Can I make a positive identification of the object I want to affect?
# Are there "collateral objects / noncombatants" within the effects of the weapon I would like to use?
# Can I mitigate damage to those collateral concerns by striking the target with a different weapon or with a different method of engagement?
# If not, how many noncombatants do I think will be affected by this attack?
# Are the collateral effects in relation to the advantage gained?

===Types of Control===

* Type 1
: The JTAC will visually acquire the target and the attacking aircraft during the terminal phase of an attack and maintaining control of individual attacks.

* Type 2
: While not required, the JTAC should make every effort to, gain a visual on the aircraft during the terminal phase of an attack and maintaining control of individual attacks.
:* The JTAC should state "BLIND, CLEARED HOT" if unable to gain a visual on the aircraft.

* Type 3
: The JTAC will allow multiple attacks within the same engagement.

===Method of Attack===

* BOC
:Aircraft employing ordnance on a specified set of coordinates.

:All aircraft delivering ordnance must readback Line 4, Line 6 (from system/weapon), Line 8 and restrictions.

*BOT
:Target are confirmed TALLY/CAPTURED by the aircrew.

:Only the flight lead is required to readback lines 4, 6, 8 and restrictions.

===Fire Support Coordination Measures===

WIP

===Airspace Control Means===

WIP

===Procedural Control Means===
[[Fil:CAS_Keyhole.png|400px|thumb|Keyhole]]
*Contact Point / Initial Point / Battle Position Selection

::CP's/IP's/BP's should be based on enemy/friendly capabilities, target/friendly location, weather etc. CP's and HA's should be visual points so that aircrew can visually acquire them and should be at such distance from target area that its safe from ground threats during holding.

*Keyhole template

::Keyhole is an efficient method for establishing reference points.

::E or "Echo Point" is set at center of target area. The different cardinals are referred to by letters: A for North, B for East, C for South, D for West. Radials are to be used in between. Distances are expressed in nautical miles (for FW) or kilometers (RW). FW Aircraft should hold outside the distance given. For RW the distance given is considered the center of BP.

::''Note: If holding multiple aircraft around one Echo point the JTAC should consider deconflicting all the players also by altitude, as holding patterns of some players may accidentally overlap during holding.''

==Preparation==

===Pre-Combat Preperations===

Pre-combat checks and pre-combat inspections allow personnel to prepare for a mission and provide the leader/supervisor an opportunity to ensure the operational readiness of personnel and equipment.

* Ensure personnel in each subordinate element understand the mission, end-state, scheme of maneuver, and fires including:
::- The ground force commander’s intent.
::- Ground force scheme of maneuver
::- Threat scheme of maneuver
::- Communications plan
::- Tasked ATO assets
* Ensure all required equipment is full mission-capable.
* Ensure distribution of graphics and/or overlays depicting:
::- Scheme of maneuver.
::- FSCM's
::- ACM's
::- NAIs and/or TAIs
::- Decision points and triggers
::- Aircraft CPs and IPs
::- Helicopter HAs, BPs and/or landing zones
::- Friendly marking procedures (Day/Night)
::- Laser guided munitions/designator codes

==Execution==

===Initial contact===
[[Fil:AMSL.png|400px|thumb|AMSL MA TRAINING 2022]]
When the flight is established at the contact point (CP), they will contact the JTAC and if unencrypted comms is used the pilot should challange the JTAC using [https://wiki.masterarms.se//index.php/Comms#RAMROD RAMROD] or [https://wiki.masterarms.se//index.php/Comms#AMSL AMSL].
In our case the JTAC will typically pass an Echo point (target area) to the flight. If the flight is ''not'' able to work with [https://wiki.masterarms.se/index.php/Geographical_Reference_Systems_(WIP)#MGRS MGRS] coordinates (which is standard), and need some other format (typically [https://wiki.masterarms.se/index.php/Geographical_Reference_Systems_(WIP)#Latitude_and_Longitude DDD° MM.MMM'] coordinates), this should be mentioned before the echo point is communicated. The JTAC might also give the flight instructions to proceed to another location in relation to the echo point.

''Note: The actual check-in has not happened yet. The JTAC typically wants to point the flight in the right direction before that, in order to save time.''

===Check-in===
[[Fil:Check-in.png|400px|thumb|Check-in]]
The flight should not ''check-in'' until the JTAC asks them to. JTACs should be directive about when they want the aircraft to check-in, providing the details on the flight's capabilities. When the flight checks in, the following info should be included:

# Flight callsign
# Number and type of aircraft
# Position and altitude
# Ordnance (including laser codes)
# Playtime
# Relevant capabilities (TGP, VDL, NVG, etc.)
# Abort code (if needed using [https://wiki.masterarms.se//index.php/Comms#AMSL AMSL]/[https://wiki.masterarms.se//index.php/Comms#RAMROD RAMROD] otherwise "in the clear")

===Situation Update===
[[Fil:Situation_update.png|400px|thumb|Situation Update]]
The JTAC provides a short overview on what's happening, and if there is anything the flight needs to know, like any hazards (air defence threat, other CAS flights), enemy and friendly forces situation and artillery activity.

It is not mandatory to write down everything that is said but the pilot should understand the situation and take note if needed.

===Game plan===
[[Fil:CAS_Brief.png|400px|thumb|CAS Brief]]
The JTAC provides a short summary of how the attack is going to be performed.
Game plan shall include:
* Type of control (1,2 or3)
* Method (BOT/BOC)

The game plan ''may'' include:
* Ordnance requested/fusing/effect on target
* Aircraft interval

Sometimes, a short back-and-forth between the JTAC and the pilot is required to determine the best choice of weapon for a specific target. This is initiated by the JTAC saying “I suggest.." and ending with "do you agree? oterwise weapon of choice is not negotiable.

===CAS-brief===
The CAS brief is the standard for use with FW and RW aircraft. The brief is used for all threat
conditions and does not dictate the CAS aircraft’s tactics. It consist of 9-line, remarks and
restrictions.

====9-line====
The lines are always read in a certain order and should be as short/to-the-point as possible. It's encouraged that the JTAC reads all the line headers ("Elevation", "Target" etc) out loud, to make it easier for less experienced pilots.

*Initial Point or Battle Position
:The IP is the starting point for the run-in to the target. For rotary wing aircraft, the BP is where attacks on the target are commenced (for running and diving fire) or actual firing position (for hovering fire). IPs and BPs are usually described by name.

:If Keyhole template is used, IP/BP can be expressed as cardinal direction and distance from Echo Point (see Keyhole procedures)

*Heading and Offset
:The heading is course from the IP or center of the BP to target. (Included in Line 1 during Keyhole procedure)
:Magnetic North is considered standard but JTAC should be prepared to convert Magnetic North to True North, if necessary.
:The offset is the side of the IP-to-target line on which aircrews can maneuver for the attack (LEFT or RIGHT)

*Distance
:The distance from the IP to the target. (Included in Line 1 during Keyhole procedure)

*'''Target Elevation'''
:The target altitude in feet MSL (above mean sea level).

*Target Description
:A concise description, for instance "T-72 tank".

*'''Target Location'''
:WGS-84 map datum is considered standard. Location is provided in one of following manners:
::- MGRS
::- Lat/Long
::- Offset from known point

:There are rare times when a JTAC is unable to provide a target elevation and coordinate. In this case, there must be additional correlation between the attacking aircraft and controller to confirm the actual target location. This may include verification through Talk-On or use of VDL.

* Mark - The type of mark the JTAC will use (smoke, Laser/IR-pointer or direct fire).
:If using a Laser, line 7 will also state:
:* Callsign of the platform/individual that will provide the lasermark/sesignation
:* Laser Code

*'''Friendlies'''
:Given in a cardinal/sub cardinal direction and distance in meters from the target to the closest friendly position (e.g. "North 500" or “South-west 300”)

*Egress
:The cardinal/sub-cardinal direction for the pilot to egress after weapon employment

The '''bold''' lines are mandatory for the pilot to read back when asked to.

====Remarks====

Remarks convey additional information important to the conduct of the CAS mission. The
following is a list of remarks that should be included in the CAS brief, if applicable:

* Laser-to-target line - The direction of the laser expressed in degrees magnetic from point of
origin to the target.
* Ordnance type/number (if not already specified in game plan)
* Threats - AAA, manpads etc.
* Active GTL's - GTL in degrees magnetic, Max Ord in feet MSL and TOF. (Position if not known by aircrew)
* Weather - Cloud ceiling etc.
* Hazards to Aviation - High ground, powerlines etc.

Remarks are not required to be read back by the aircrew, unless specifically requested by JTAC.

====Restrictions====

The following information is always a restriction and must be included if applicable. Additional
restrictions are at the discretion of the JTAC. JTAC's should attempt to place as few restrictions as possible on attacking aircraft.

* Final attack heading - If the attack needs to be performed at a certain heading
::- Magnetic heading e.g. - "FAH 230 degrees"
::- Magnetic heading with a cone - e.g. "FAH 230 +/- 20 degrees" or "FAH 210 - 250 degrees"
::- Cardinal/Sub cardinal - e.g. "Make your attack from east to west"
::- Geo.ref - e.g. "Make attacks paralell to the road"
* Danger close - If the attack is expected to hit very close to friendlies (inside of the weapon's "0.1% probability of incapacitation" radius)
* Airspace Coordination Area - If there is any limitation on use of the airspace that has not been briefed before
* TOT - If there is a certain time-on-target when the weapons is intended to hit the target.

All passed restrictions shall be read back when asked to.

===Correlation===
*BOT
:When the pilot has received the CAS brief, the JTAC needs to make sure the pilot is acquiring the correct target. Typically through a talk-on, guiding the pilot from a reference point, through distinguishable landmarks, to the target. This is a back-and-forth talk between the JTAC and the pilot, and can be very different depending on the situation.

:''Note: For talk-on, use "FIDO": '''F'''rom anchor, '''I'''n a direction, '''D'''istance to travel, '''O'''bject seen.''

*BOC
:Correlation is complete when the attacking aircraft correctly read back lines 4, 6 from their weapon system along with line 8 and other restrictions.

===Attack===
When the correlation has been completed, the JTAC clears the pilot to approach by asking him to "call leaving IP". When the pilot has completed his preparations, and has turned towards the target, he calls "IP inbound", meaning he has left the IP and is inbound towards the target.

* If the JTAC wants the pilot to continue, but he's not ready to let him open fire just yet, he calls "Continue".
* When the pilot is 'ready to fire' he calls "In hot" or "In hot + attack heading" if restricted.
* If the JTAC wants to cancel the attack, he calls "Abort, abort, abort!".
* When the JTAC is confident everything looks good, he calls "Cleared hot!".

''Note: For safety, "cleared hot!" are words ONLY to be said by the JTAC, ever. You are not allowed to asked "am I cleared hot?".

When the pilot fires, he should preferably call out the weapon release. For instance "Bombs Away" or Rifle (air-to-ground missile, like a Maverick). No callout is needed for a strafe.

When the pilot has fired, he calls "Off" if he has fired, or "Off dry" if he didn't fire.

===Battle Damage Assassment===

After the weapon has impacted, the JTAC should let the pilot know whether it was a hit or miss and if target is destroyed/neutralized. If needed the JTAC can ask the pilot to perform a BDA using on board sensors for a more precise assassment. Many times, a re-attack is needed either to re-engage the same target or engage a new target in the same position(Convoy etc.). In this case, the JTAC simply asks for a re-attack. The instructions and restrictions from the first attack still apply, so no new CAS brief is needed. The JTAC may give additional instructions when the pilot is maneuvering, typically an target position adjustment. This is typically given with reference to where the previous attack hit ("from your hits, north 100").

When the JTAC no longer needs the CAS flight, or the CAS flight can no longer support (out of playtime i.e. low fuel, out of weapons, other reason), the CAS session ends. The pilot or the JTAC could perform a full BDA, but in our case typically the JTAC makes the BDA and communicates it to the pilot).
The BDA should include:
:* Number and type of equipment/personnel attacked
:* Mechanism/degree of damage, activity after the attack
:* Munitions expended, observed damage (number of tanks destroyed, number still active, and recommendation), mission number, and mission accomplished.

JTAC gives final instructions to pilots how to leave the AO (Usually back to CP where the pilots will contact any airborne C2 asset)

==Rotary wing CAS==

WIP

For rotary wing (helicopter) CAS, the JTAC has two options:
* Using the normal procedures as described above.
* Using the more compact "5-line" format, effectively replacing the ''game plan'' and the ''CAS brief'' with this shorter format. The 5-line assumes the aircrew has good SA and gets a positive fix on the friendly forces. If the air crew fails to locate the friendly forces, the JTAC should not proceed but instead use a 9-line.

===5-line application===
The ''game plan'' and the ''CAS brief'' are replaced with the 5-line. All other sections remain unchanged.

# Warning order - This lets the aircrew know that this will be a 5-line instead of 9-line, as well as including the gameplan with control type and engagement method (typically ''Type 2'' and ''Bomb on Target'').
# Friendly location/mark - The position of the friendly observer (typically the JTAC himself). Should be communicated by talk-on from a reference point (like the echo point) and/or by marking with smoke.
# Target location - Typically communicated in relation to line 2 (friendlies).
# Target description/mark - A concise description, for instance "T-72 tank" and any mark (smoke, IR, laser including code).
# Remarks/'''restrictions''' - Optional remarks such as requested weapon, and any restrictions such as final attack heading (see remarks and restrictions above for details).

After a 5-line, ''only'' the '''restrictions''' should be read back.

===5-line example===
In this example, Orca6, a friendly Ka-50 is 5 nm east of Bowser5's (the JTAC's) position. The JTAC has enemy infantry 400 meter to the south. The echo point has already been communicated, and the check-in is complete.

====Situation update====
Bowser5: "Situation update: We are taking small arms and RPG fire from infantry to the south. You are the only flight in the AO. Advice when ready for 5-line"

====5-line====
Orca6: "Ready 5-line"
Bowser5: ''(1)'' "Orca6, Bowser5. 5-line. Type 2. Bomb on target." ''(2)'' "My position: next to building 100 meters north of echo point, marked with green smoke." ''(3)'' "Target location: Bearing 180 and range 400, marked with tracers." ''(4)'' "Description: Infantry in the open." ''(5)'' "Restrictions: Attack east to west. All effect south of echo point." *
Orca6: "Copy, will attack from east to west. All effects south of echo point."

<nowiki>*</nowiki> ''Note: Line numbers are not read out loud.''

From that point, everything works just like during a 9-line. "IP inbound", "Continue", "In hot", "Cleared hot!" etc.

==Glossary==
WIP
*Miller time Completion of A/S ordnance delivery. Generally used by the last striker in conjunction with a precoordinated egress plan.

ROUTING CALLS

*PROCEED TO xxxx AND REPORT ESTABLISHED Call for aircrew to proceed to a location/elevation and verbally report when established
*MAINTAIN xxxx Directive call for aircrew to hold at the specified location/altitude
*REPORT PASSING xxxx Call for aircrew to verbally report passing the specified altitude

TERMINAL ATTACK CONTROLLER CLEARANCE CALLS

*ABORT Cease action/attack/event/mission.
*CLEARED HOT Type 1 and 2 close air support terminal attack control clearance to release ordnance on this pass.
*CONTINUE Continue present maneuver, does not imply a change in clearance to engage or expend ordnance.
*CONTINUE DRY Continue present maneuver, ordnance release not authorized. (Joint terminal attack controller must use “Type 3, CONTINUE DRY” for dry Type 3 control.)
*CLEARED TO ENGAGE Type 3 control clearance. Attack aircraft or flight may initiate attacks within the parameters imposed by the JTAC. (Joint terminal attack controller must use “Type 3, CONTINUE DRY” for dry Type 3 control.)

STANDARD MARKING BREVITY TERMS

*BLIND No visual contact with FRIENDLY aircraft/ground position.
*VISUAL Sighting of a FRIENDLY aircraft or ground position.
*CONTACT Acknowledges sighting of a specified reference point (either visually or via sensor).
*CAPTURED Specified surface target or object has been acquired and is being tracked with an onboard sensor.
*LOOKING Aircrew does not have the ground object, reference point, or target in sight.
*TALLY Sighting of a target, non-friendly aircraft, or enemy position.
*NO JOY Aircrew does not have visual contact with the TARGET/BANDIT.

NIGHT / INFRARED BREVITY TERMS

*SPARKLE JTAC marks the target with an IR pointer. Can be initiated by JTAC or aircrew.
*SNAKE Oscillate an IR pointer in a figure eight about a target.
*PULSE Illuminate/illuminating a position with flashing IR energy. (pulse mode)
*STEADY Stop oscillation of IR pointer.
*CEASE SPARKLE Discontinue sparkle activity.
*ROPE Circling an IR pointer around an aircraft (FRIENDLY).
*CONTACT SPARKLE Acknowledges sighting of sparkle.
*MATCH SPARKLE Overlay requested target designator type.

LASER BREVITY TERMS

*TEN SECONDS Standby for LASER ON call in approximately 10 seconds
*LASER ON Start/ acknowledge LASER designation
*SHIFT Shift LASER aimpoint.
*SPOT Acquisition of LASER designation
*CEASE LASER Discontinue lasing
*DEAD EYE LASER designator system inoperative
*NEGATIVE LASER LASER energy has not been acquired
*LASING The speaker is firing the LASER
*STARE Cue the LASER spot search/ tracker function on the specified location

VIDEO DOWNLINK BREVITY TERMS

*CHECK CAPTURE Informative call that target appears to be no longer tracked by Sensor
*CHECK FOCUSInformative call that the video image appears to be out of focus
*DECLUTTER Directive call to minimize on-screen graphics
*EXPECT HOLLOW Informative call that a condition will likely exist that limits FMV reception
*HANDSHAKE Informative call to indicate receiving good FMV signal and/or Metadata
*HOLLOW Informative call to indicate loss or no full motion video signal and/or Metadata
*SET Informative call indicating no longer slewing the sensor and waiting for further updates
*SHADOW Directive call to follow indicated target.
*SLEW Directive call to slew the sensor a given direction and distance
*STAKE A sensor mark has been set and is used as an anchor point
*STARE Directive call to cue the targeting pod and enable the LASER spot search function
*SWITCH CAMERA Directive call to switch to electro-optical or infrared camera/sensor.
*SWITCH POLARITY Directive call to switch IR polarity to black hot or white hot
*TELEMETRY ON/OFF Directive call to turn telemetry data (Metadata) on/off.
*ZOOM IN/OUT Directive call to change field of view (FOV)

==Abbreviations==

*ACA Airspace Coordination Area
*ACM Airspace Coordinating Measures
*ATM Air Tasking Message
*ATO Air Tasking Order
*BP Battle Position
*BDA Battle Damage Assessment
*BOC Bomb On Coordinate
*BOT Bomb On Target
*CP Contact Point
*FAH Final Attack Heading
*FARP Forward Arming and Refuleing Point
*FFA Free Fire Area
*FO Forward Observer
*FSCL Fire Support Coordination Line
*FSCM Fire Support Coordination Measures
*HA Holding Area
*IAM Inertially-Aided Munitions
*IP Initial Point
*JDAM Joint Direct Attack Munition
*JTAC Joint Terminal Attack Controller
*LGB Laser Guided Bomb
*LGM Laser Guided Missile
*LRF Laser Range Finder
*LST Laser Spot Tracker
*LTD Laser Target Designator
*MANPADS Man Portable Air Defense System

==Example==

In our example, a JTAC called Bowser5 has found a group of T-72 tanks that he needs to see destroyed. He has requested air support from his commander (in our case, the mission commander, or the AWACS) called Stingray. A flight of two F/A-18C Hornets called Arctic1 will be dispatched to the area where Bowser5 is operating.
A contact point (CP) called "Eddie" has been setup over a lake 20nm NW of target area and Initial Point (IP) Alex located at a highway crossing 10nm to the west of target area. These points are mentioned for everyone during the brief before mission start.

===Initial contact===
The flight Arctic1 is now enroute to CP Eddie, and has switched to Bowser5's frequency.

Arctic11: "Bowser5, Arctic11"
Bowser5: "Arctic11, Bowser5, advice when ready for echo point"
Arctic11: "Ready to copy"
Bowser5: "38 Tango, Lima November, 480 098. Elevation 2671"
Arctic11: "38 Tango, Lima November, 480 098. Elevation 2671"
Bowser5: "Readback correct. Proceed to Delta 15. Send your check-in"

===Check-in===
Arctic11: "Pushing Delta 15"
Arctic11: "Bowser5, this is Arctic1, two-ship F/A-18 Charlie, at CP Eddie, angels 15. Carrying 500
20 mike mike, 2 GBU-12, 1 GBU-32 and 1 AMG-65E on each aircraft. Laser codes: Arctic11 - 1511,
Arctic12 - 1512. Playtime 40 minutes. Carrying ATFLIR. Abort code: In the clear"
Bowser5: "1511 and 1512, abort in the clear, call ready for situation update"
Arctic11: "Ready to copy"

===Situation Update===
Bowser5: "Current surface-to-air threat is a SA-6 at Lima November 970 965, just west of MSR Tampa;
target is a armored platoon attempting to flank us to the north, break"

Bowser5: "Friendlies are a single FST in the vicinity of OP 2 on the high ground. There is also a Recon team
at the southwest 3 km at the tip of Black Mountain, break."

Bowser5: "Bowser5 has control. Plan on using laser guided munition to disrupt the armor. Winds on the deck
are 10-knots out of the west. Bowser5 is Laser and IR capable, advise when ready for gameplan."

Arctic11: "Copy, Wilco"

Arctic1 flight now turns to Delta 15 (meaning 15 nm West of Echo).

===Game plan===
Arctic11: "Established Delta 15, Ready for game plan"
Bowser5: "Type 2 control, Bomb on Target, GBU-12, JTAC Lased, Advice when ready for 9-line."

===CAS-brief===
====9-line====
Arctic11: "Ready for 9-line."
Bowser5:
''(1)'' "IP: Alex" "Lines 1, 2 and 3: Delta 10" *
''(2)'' "Heading: 090° (Mag)
''(3)'' "Distance: 10
''(4)'' "Elevation: 1725 (One-seven-two-five)"
''(5)'' "Target: 2x T-72 tanks"
''(6)'' "Location: Lima November 4790 1010"
''(7)'' "Mark: Designation by my laser, code 1511"
''(8)'' "Friendlies: 500 meters south"
''(9)'' "Egress: Left turn back to IP"
"Advice when ready for remarks." **

Arctic11: "Ready for remarks."

:<nowiki>*</nowiki> ''Note: If using keyhole, lines 1, 2 and 3 can be marged in to one line.''
:<nowiki>**</nowiki> ''Note: It's implied that both remarks and restrictions will be sent during next transmission.''

====Remarks/Restrictions====
Bowser5: "Final attack heading 070° plus/minus 45°. Readback"

Arctic11: "Elevation: 1725, Location: Lima November 4790 1010, Friendlies: 500 meters south. Final attack heading 070°, plus/minus 45°."
Bowser5: "Readback correct. Slew sensor on target and call ready for talk-on."
Arctic11: "Ready for talk-on."

===Correlation===
Bowser5: "Do you see the MSR going east-west?"
Arctic11: "Contact."
Bowser5: "Follow the road west, call contact on first bridge?"
Arctic11: "Looking..... Contact."
Bowser5: "Just to the northwest of that bridge, call contact on two tanks?"
Arctic11: "Contact, two tanks driving west."
Bowser5: "Picture same, That's your target."
Arctic11: "Tally! Captured."
Bowser5: "Call leaving IP"

===Attack===
Arctic11: "IP inbound"
Bowser5: "Continue"
Arctic11: "In hot 075°"
Bowser5: "Cleared hot! Call 10sec, Call for laser"
Arctic11: "Off"
Arctic11: "10 sec"
Arctic11: "Laser ON"
Bowser5: "Lasing"
Bowser5: "Splash!"

===Battle Damage Assassment===
Bowser5: "Standby, target obscured.... Target Destroyed. One tank left"

Arctic11 starts looking for the other tank on the way back to IP.

===Correlation===
Arctic11: "Capture T-72, just north of previous target"
Bowser5: "Picture same, That's your target."
Arctic11: "Tally!"
Bowser5: "Cleared for imidiate re-attack, Call in hot with heading"

===Attack===
Arctic11: "In hot 110°"
Bowser5: "Cleared hot! Call 10sec, Call for laser"
Arctic11: "Off"
Arctic11: "10 sec"
Arctic11: "Laser ON"
Bowser5: "Lasing"
Bowser5: "Splash!"

===Battle Damage Assassment===
Bowser5: "Standby.. Target Destroyed"

Bowser5: "Battle Damage Assassment as follows. Mission success, Two tanks destroyed. No further tasking, push CP Eddie angels 15 and above, contact Stingray5, Thanks for the support and have a safe RTB!"
Arctic11: "Wilco, thanks, Arctic1 pushing Eddie angels 15 and above!"

Close Air Support

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Close Air Support (CAS) is an air action against a hostile targets which are in close proximity to a friendly forces and which require detailed integration of each air mission with fire and movement of those forces.
CAS procedures are to be conducted at any time friendly forces are in close proximity to enemy forces.

Terminal Attack Control is the authority to control the maneuver of and grant weapons release clearance to attacking aircraft. A qualified JTAC, in accordance with CAS Syllabus, will be recognized across MA as capable and authorized to perform TAC operations.

In real life, another key player is the ground commander, responsible for ground operations, but in our context it's not allways a role that is present.

==Order of Events==
* Initial contact - The CAS asset contacts the JTAC, ready to check-in or recive initial guidence.
* CAS Check-in - The CAS asset provides the JTAC with its capabilities.
* Situation Update - The JTAC updates the pilots on the situation on the ground.
* Game plan - The JTAC provides broad term info for the upcoming attack.
* CAS Brief - The JTAC provides the necessary details for the attack in a standard format.
** 9-line
** Remarks
** Restrictions
* Correlation - The JTAC confirms that the pilot has acquired the correct target when needed.
* Attack - The pilot the pilot executes the attack.
* Battle Damage Assessment - The JTAC/Pilot provides an evaluation of the attack. Later on, summarizes the final result of the CAS.

==Planning==

Key issues such as battle tracking, risk assessment, weapons release authority, methods of attack, airspace deconfliction and coordination, must be clearly understood and carefully planned.

===Battle Tracking===

Effective battle tracking will aid in maintaining and understanding of friendly and enemy progress, reduce redundant targeting, and reduce the possibility of friendly fire. JTAC must operate with the most currint information including:
:- FSCM's/ACM's
:- Friendly Unit Information. (Unit boundaries, phase lines, friendly locations, objectives, etc.)
:- Current and planned artillery locations and gun-target lines.
:- Enemy Locations including surface-to-air threats.

===Risk Assessment===

JTAC should make continuous risk assessments. CAS is not always the best option!
Information to consider:
:- Confidence in and the training of the personnel involved
:- Confidence in battle tracking
:- Confidence in targeting information
:- Threat information
:- Ordnance available for attack

===Colleteral Damage===

Collateral damage is unintentional injury or damage to noncombatant persons or objects.

The JTAC should make a Collateral Damage Estimation (CDE) by answering five basic questions.

# Can I make a positive identification of the object I want to affect?
# Are there "collateral objects / noncombatants" within the effects of the weapon I would like to use?
# Can I mitigate damage to those collateral concerns by striking the target with a different weapon or with a different method of engagement?
# If not, how many noncombatants do I think will be affected by this attack?
# Are the collateral effects in relation to the advantage gained?

===Types of Control===

* Type 1
: The JTAC will visually acquire the target and the attacking aircraft during the terminal phase of an attack and maintaining control of individual attacks.

* Type 2
: While not required, the JTAC should make every effort to, gain a visual on the aircraft during the terminal phase of an attack and maintaining control of individual attacks.
:* The JTAC should state "BLIND, CLEARED HOT" if unable to gain a visual on the aircraft.

* Type 3
: The JTAC will allow multiple attacks within the same engagement.

===Method of Attack===

Method of attack conveys the JTAC's intent for the aircraft's prosecution of the target; either the aircraft will acquire the target/mark (Bomb on Target) or correlation will be provided by system/weapon readback (Bomb on Coordinates).

* BOC
:A BOC attack is used when the JTAC determines that he can create the desired effects against the target with CAS aircraft employing ordnance on a specified set of coordinates.

:For BOC missions, all aircraft delivering ordnance must readback Line 4 and Line 6 from their system or weapon, as appropriate, in conjunction with Line 8 and required restrictions. Aircrew will not modify coordinates once read back is complete.

*BOT
:A BOT attack requires that the JTAC's intended target or mark are TALLY/CONTACT/CAPTURED by the aircrew.

:For BOT missions, only the flight lead is required to readback lines 4, 6 and 8 in conjunction with other required restrictions. All attack aircraft will provide readbacks only if requested by the JTAC.

===Fire Support Coordination Measures===

WIP

===Airspace Control Means===

WIP

===Procedural Control Means===
[[Fil:CAS_Keyhole.png|400px|thumb|Keyhole]]
*Contact Point / Initial Point / Battle Position Selection

::The JTAC selects the CP's/IP's/BP's based on enemy capabilities, target orientation, friendly location, weather, aircraft capabilities, and FSCM's. CP's and IP's should be visually significant geographic points whenever possible so that aircrew can visually acquire them in the event of a degraded navigation systems or GPS-denied environments. IP's and BP's should be in such distance from target area that allows for safety of the aircraft from enemy AD threat, during holding and for employment of weapons, typically 5 to 15 NM. Actual distance therefore depends on anticipated threat, aircraft and weapons used. For example FW PGM delivery run typically begins about 8-10NM from the target. High altitude aircraft may require IP's in excess of 20 nautical miles from the target. If ground forces want to achieve surprise the holding distance should prevent the enemy from spotting the aircraft and reduce the noise to minimum.

::IP's/BP's should be positioned over friendly territory, away from known friendly and anticipated enemy artillery positions. When selecting BP's for helicopters or IP's for low flying aircraft attention should be paid to terrain hampering LOS communications.

::When coordinating the use of stand-off weapons, IP ranges may need to be extended to ensure appropriate weapon delivery parameters. In some cases, stand-off CAS platforms may need to apply required terminal deconfliction parameters to the weapon instead of the aircraft. In this case, the aircrew should communicate an appropriate stand-off IP to the JTAC, ensuring that the weapon will remain deconflicted throughout its entire route of flight.

*Keyhole template

::Keyhole is an efficient method for establishing an IP/BP in the absence of control points or their location does not sufficiently support target engagement. When CAS aircraft are passed to a JTAC from a contact point, the JTAC should immediately pass an “Echo” point (typically the target) to those CAS players, and then anchor their hold point off of the target with a direction and distance.

::JTAC may also send other than target coordinates (for example center of the target area), however this has to be clearly communicated to the aircrew. The standard keyhole method is to label each of the cardinal directions with a letter: A – North, B – East, C – South, D – West and E – Overhead Target and use radials when cardinal/subcardinal directions are not appropriate. Distances are expressed in nautical miles (for FW) or kilometers (RW). FW Aircraft should hold outside the distance given. For RW the distance given is considered the center of BP.

::''Note: If holding multiple aircraft around one Echo point the JTAC should consider deconflicting all the players also by altitude, as holding patterns of some players may accidentally overlap during holding.''

==Preparation==

===Pre-Combat Preperations===

Pre-combat checks and pre-combat inspections allow personnel to prepare for a mission and provide the leader/supervisor an opportunity to ensure the operational readiness of personnel and equipment.

* Ensure personnel in each subordinate element understand the mission, end-state, scheme of maneuver, and fires including:
::- The ground force commander’s intent.
::- Ground force scheme of maneuver
::- Threat scheme of maneuver
::- Communications plan
::- Tasked ATO assets
* Ensure all required equipment is full mission-capable.
* Ensure distribution of graphics and/or overlays depicting:
::- Scheme of maneuver.
::- FSCM's
::- ACM's
::- NAIs and/or TAIs
::- Decision points and triggers
::- Aircraft CPs and IPs
::- Helicopter HAs, BPs and/or landing zones
::- Friendly marking procedures (Day/Night)
::- Laser guided munitions/designator codes

==Execution==

===Initial contact===
[[Fil:AMSL.png|400px|thumb|AMSL MA TRAINING 2022]]
When the flight is established at the contact point (CP), they will contact the JTAC and if unencrypted comms is used the pilot should challange the JTAC using [https://wiki.masterarms.se//index.php/Comms#RAMROD RAMROD] or [https://wiki.masterarms.se//index.php/Comms#AMSL AMSL].
In our case the JTAC will typically pass an Echo point (target area) to the flight. If the flight is ''not'' able to work with [https://wiki.masterarms.se/index.php/Geographical_Reference_Systems_(WIP)#MGRS MGRS] coordinates (which is standard), and need some other format (typically [https://wiki.masterarms.se/index.php/Geographical_Reference_Systems_(WIP)#Latitude_and_Longitude DDD° MM.MMM'] coordinates), this should be mentioned before the echo point is communicated. The JTAC might also give the flight instructions to proceed to another location in relation to the echo point.

''Note: The actual check-in has not happened yet. The JTAC typically wants to point the flight in the right direction before that, in order to save time.''

===Check-in===
[[Fil:Check-in.png|400px|thumb|Check-in]]
The flight should not ''check-in'' until the JTAC asks them to. JTACs should be directive about when they want the aircraft to check-in, providing the details on the flight's capabilities. When the flight checks in, the following info should be included:

# Flight callsign
# Number and type of aircraft
# Position and altitude
# Ordnance (including laser codes)
# Playtime
# Relevant capabilities (TGP, VDL, NVG, etc.)
# Abort code (if needed using [https://wiki.masterarms.se//index.php/Comms#AMSL AMSL]/[https://wiki.masterarms.se//index.php/Comms#RAMROD RAMROD] otherwise "in the clear")

===Situation Update===
[[Fil:Situation_update.png|400px|thumb|Situation Update]]
The JTAC provides a short overview on what's happening, and if there is anything the flight needs to know, like any hazards (air defence threat, other CAS flights), enemy and friendly forces situation and artillery activity.

It is not mandatory to write down everything that is said but the pilot should understand the situation and take note if needed.

===Game plan===
[[Fil:CAS_Brief.png|400px|thumb|CAS Brief]]
The JTAC provides a short summary of how the attack is going to be performed.
Game plan shall include:
* Type of control (1,2 or3)
* Method (BOT/BOC)

The game plan ''may'' include:
* Ordnance requested/fusing/effect on target
* Aircraft interval

Sometimes, a short back-and-forth between the JTAC and the pilot is required to determine the best choice of weapon for a specific target. This is initiated by the JTAC saying “I suggest.." and ending with "do you agree? oterwise weapon of choice is not negotiable.

===CAS-brief===
The CAS brief is the standard for use with FW and RW aircraft. The brief is used for all threat
conditions and does not dictate the CAS aircraft’s tactics. It consist of 9-line, remarks and
restrictions.

====9-line====
The lines are always read in a certain order and should be as short/to-the-point as possible. It's encouraged that the JTAC reads all the line headers ("Elevation", "Target" etc) out loud, to make it easier for less experienced pilots.

*Initial Point or Battle Position
:The IP is the starting point for the run-in to the target. For rotary wing aircraft, the BP is where attacks on the target are commenced (for running and diving fire) or actual firing position (for hovering fire). IPs and BPs are usually described by name.

:If Keyhole template is used, IP/BP can be expressed as cardinal direction and distance from Echo Point (see Keyhole procedures)

*Heading and Offset
:The heading is course from the IP or center of the BP to target. (Included in Line 1 during Keyhole procedure)
:Magnetic North is considered standard but JTAC should be prepared to convert Magnetic North to True North, if necessary.
:The offset is the side of the IP-to-target line on which aircrews can maneuver for the attack (LEFT or RIGHT)

*Distance
:The distance from the IP to the target. (Included in Line 1 during Keyhole procedure)

*'''Target Elevation'''
:The target altitude in feet MSL (above mean sea level).

*Target Description
:A concise description, for instance "T-72 tank".

*'''Target Location'''
:WGS-84 map datum is considered standard. Location is provided in one of following manners:
::- MGRS
::- Lat/Long
::- Offset from known point

:There are rare times when a JTAC is unable to provide a target elevation and coordinate. In this case, there must be additional correlation between the attacking aircraft and controller to confirm the actual target location. This may include verification through Talk-On or use of VDL.

* Mark - The type of mark the JTAC will use (smoke, Laser/IR-pointer or direct fire).
:If using a Laser, line 7 will also state:
:* Callsign of the platform/individual that will provide the lasermark/sesignation
:* Laser Code

*'''Friendlies'''
:Given in a cardinal/sub cardinal direction and distance in meters from the target to the closest friendly position (e.g. "North 500" or “South-west 300”)

*Egress
:The cardinal/sub-cardinal direction for the pilot to egress after weapon employment

The '''bold''' lines are mandatory for the pilot to read back when asked to.

====Remarks====

Remarks convey additional information important to the conduct of the CAS mission. The
following is a list of remarks that should be included in the CAS brief, if applicable:

* Laser-to-target line - The direction of the laser expressed in degrees magnetic from point of
origin to the target.
* Ordnance type/number (if not already specified in game plan)
* Threats - AAA, manpads etc.
* Active GTL's - GTL in degrees magnetic, Max Ord in feet MSL and TOF. (Position if not known by aircrew)
* Weather - Cloud ceiling etc.
* Hazards to Aviation - High ground, powerlines etc.

Remarks are not required to be read back by the aircrew, unless specifically requested by JTAC.

====Restrictions====

The following information is always a restriction and must be included if applicable. Additional
restrictions are at the discretion of the JTAC. JTAC's should attempt to place as few restrictions as possible on attacking aircraft.

* Final attack heading - If the attack needs to be performed at a certain heading
::- Magnetic heading e.g. - "FAH 230 degrees"
::- Magnetic heading with a cone - e.g. "FAH 230 +/- 20 degrees" or "FAH 210 - 250 degrees"
::- Cardinal/Sub cardinal - e.g. "Make your attack from east to west"
::- Geo.ref - e.g. "Make attacks paralell to the road"
* Danger close - If the attack is expected to hit very close to friendlies (inside of the weapon's "0.1% probability of incapacitation" radius)
* Airspace Coordination Area - If there is any limitation on use of the airspace that has not been briefed before
* TOT - If there is a certain time-on-target when the weapons is intended to hit the target.

All passed restrictions shall be read back when asked to.

===Correlation===
*BOT
:When the pilot has received the CAS brief, the JTAC needs to make sure the pilot is acquiring the correct target. Typically through a talk-on, guiding the pilot from a reference point, through distinguishable landmarks, to the target. This is a back-and-forth talk between the JTAC and the pilot, and can be very different depending on the situation.

:''Note: For talk-on, use "FIDO": '''F'''rom anchor, '''I'''n a direction, '''D'''istance to travel, '''O'''bject seen.''

*BOC
:Correlation is complete when the attacking aircraft correctly read back lines 4, 6 from their weapon system along with line 8 and other restrictions.

===Attack===
When the correlation has been completed, the JTAC clears the pilot to approach by asking him to "call leaving IP". When the pilot has completed his preparations, and has turned towards the target, he calls "IP inbound", meaning he has left the IP and is inbound towards the target.

* If the JTAC wants the pilot to continue, but he's not ready to let him open fire just yet, he calls "Continue".
* When the pilot is 'ready to fire' he calls "In hot" or "In hot + attack heading" if restricted.
* If the JTAC wants to cancel the attack, he calls "Abort, abort, abort!".
* When the JTAC is confident everything looks good, he calls "Cleared hot!".

''Note: For safety, "cleared hot!" are words ONLY to be said by the JTAC, ever. You are not allowed to asked "am I cleared hot?".

When the pilot fires, he should preferably call out the weapon release. For instance "Bombs Away" or Rifle (air-to-ground missile, like a Maverick). No callout is needed for a strafe.

When the pilot has fired, he calls "Off" if he has fired, or "Off dry" if he didn't fire.

===Battle Damage Assassment===

After the weapon has impacted, the JTAC should let the pilot know whether it was a hit or miss and if target is destroyed/neutralized. If needed the JTAC can ask the pilot to perform a BDA using on board sensors for a more precise assassment. Many times, a re-attack is needed either to re-engage the same target or engage a new target in the same position(Convoy etc.). In this case, the JTAC simply asks for a re-attack. The instructions and restrictions from the first attack still apply, so no new CAS brief is needed. The JTAC may give additional instructions when the pilot is maneuvering, typically an target position adjustment. This is typically given with reference to where the previous attack hit ("from your hits, north 100").

When the JTAC no longer needs the CAS flight, or the CAS flight can no longer support (out of playtime i.e. low fuel, out of weapons, other reason), the CAS session ends. The pilot or the JTAC could perform a full BDA, but in our case typically the JTAC makes the BDA and communicates it to the pilot).
The BDA should include:
:* Number and type of equipment/personnel attacked
:* Mechanism/degree of damage, activity after the attack
:* Munitions expended, observed damage (number of tanks destroyed, number still active, and recommendation), mission number, and mission accomplished.

JTAC gives final instructions to pilots how to leave the AO (Usually back to CP where the pilots will contact any airborne C2 asset)

==Rotary wing CAS==

WIP

For rotary wing (helicopter) CAS, the JTAC has two options:
* Using the normal procedures as described above.
* Using the more compact "5-line" format, effectively replacing the ''game plan'' and the ''CAS brief'' with this shorter format. The 5-line assumes the aircrew has good SA and gets a positive fix on the friendly forces. If the air crew fails to locate the friendly forces, the JTAC should not proceed but instead use a 9-line.

===5-line application===
The ''game plan'' and the ''CAS brief'' are replaced with the 5-line. All other sections remain unchanged.

# Warning order - This lets the aircrew know that this will be a 5-line instead of 9-line, as well as including the gameplan with control type and engagement method (typically ''Type 2'' and ''Bomb on Target'').
# Friendly location/mark - The position of the friendly observer (typically the JTAC himself). Should be communicated by talk-on from a reference point (like the echo point) and/or by marking with smoke.
# Target location - Typically communicated in relation to line 2 (friendlies).
# Target description/mark - A concise description, for instance "T-72 tank" and any mark (smoke, IR, laser including code).
# Remarks/'''restrictions''' - Optional remarks such as requested weapon, and any restrictions such as final attack heading (see remarks and restrictions above for details).

After a 5-line, ''only'' the '''restrictions''' should be read back.

===5-line example===
In this example, Orca6, a friendly Ka-50 is 5 nm east of Bowser5's (the JTAC's) position. The JTAC has enemy infantry 400 meter to the south. The echo point has already been communicated, and the check-in is complete.

====Situation update====
Bowser5: "Situation update: We are taking small arms and RPG fire from infantry to the south. You are the only flight in the AO. Advice when ready for 5-line"

====5-line====
Orca6: "Ready 5-line"
Bowser5: ''(1)'' "Orca6, Bowser5. 5-line. Type 2. Bomb on target." ''(2)'' "My position: next to building 100 meters north of echo point, marked with green smoke." ''(3)'' "Target location: Bearing 180 and range 400, marked with tracers." ''(4)'' "Description: Infantry in the open." ''(5)'' "Restrictions: Attack east to west. All effect south of echo point." *
Orca6: "Copy, will attack from east to west. All effects south of echo point."

<nowiki>*</nowiki> ''Note: Line numbers are not read out loud.''

From that point, everything works just like during a 9-line. "IP inbound", "Continue", "In hot", "Cleared hot!" etc.

==Glossary==
WIP
*Miller time Completion of A/S ordnance delivery. Generally used by the last striker in conjunction with a precoordinated egress plan.

ROUTING CALLS

*PROCEED TO xxxx AND REPORT ESTABLISHED Call for aircrew to proceed to a location/elevation and verbally report when established
*MAINTAIN xxxx Directive call for aircrew to hold at the specified location/altitude
*REPORT PASSING xxxx Call for aircrew to verbally report passing the specified altitude

TERMINAL ATTACK CONTROLLER CLEARANCE CALLS

*ABORT Cease action/attack/event/mission.
*CLEARED HOT Type 1 and 2 close air support terminal attack control clearance to release ordnance on this pass.
*CONTINUE Continue present maneuver, does not imply a change in clearance to engage or expend ordnance.
*CONTINUE DRY Continue present maneuver, ordnance release not authorized. (Joint terminal attack controller must use “Type 3, CONTINUE DRY” for dry Type 3 control.)
*CLEARED TO ENGAGE Type 3 control clearance. Attack aircraft or flight may initiate attacks within the parameters imposed by the JTAC. (Joint terminal attack controller must use “Type 3, CONTINUE DRY” for dry Type 3 control.)

STANDARD MARKING BREVITY TERMS

*BLIND No visual contact with FRIENDLY aircraft/ground position.
*VISUAL Sighting of a FRIENDLY aircraft or ground position.
*CONTACT Acknowledges sighting of a specified reference point (either visually or via sensor).
*CAPTURED Specified surface target or object has been acquired and is being tracked with an onboard sensor.
*LOOKING Aircrew does not have the ground object, reference point, or target in sight.
*TALLY Sighting of a target, non-friendly aircraft, or enemy position.
*NO JOY Aircrew does not have visual contact with the TARGET/BANDIT.

NIGHT / INFRARED BREVITY TERMS

*SPARKLE JTAC marks the target with an IR pointer. Can be initiated by JTAC or aircrew.
*SNAKE Oscillate an IR pointer in a figure eight about a target.
*PULSE Illuminate/illuminating a position with flashing IR energy. (pulse mode)
*STEADY Stop oscillation of IR pointer.
*CEASE SPARKLE Discontinue sparkle activity.
*ROPE Circling an IR pointer around an aircraft (FRIENDLY).
*CONTACT SPARKLE Acknowledges sighting of sparkle.
*MATCH SPARKLE Overlay requested target designator type.

LASER BREVITY TERMS

*TEN SECONDS Standby for LASER ON call in approximately 10 seconds
*LASER ON Start/ acknowledge LASER designation
*SHIFT Shift LASER aimpoint.
*SPOT Acquisition of LASER designation
*CEASE LASER Discontinue lasing
*DEAD EYE LASER designator system inoperative
*NEGATIVE LASER LASER energy has not been acquired
*LASING The speaker is firing the LASER
*STARE Cue the LASER spot search/ tracker function on the specified location

VIDEO DOWNLINK BREVITY TERMS

*CHECK CAPTURE Informative call that target appears to be no longer tracked by Sensor
*CHECK FOCUSInformative call that the video image appears to be out of focus
*DECLUTTER Directive call to minimize on-screen graphics
*EXPECT HOLLOW Informative call that a condition will likely exist that limits FMV reception
*HANDSHAKE Informative call to indicate receiving good FMV signal and/or Metadata
*HOLLOW Informative call to indicate loss or no full motion video signal and/or Metadata
*SET Informative call indicating no longer slewing the sensor and waiting for further updates
*SHADOW Directive call to follow indicated target.
*SLEW Directive call to slew the sensor a given direction and distance
*STAKE A sensor mark has been set and is used as an anchor point
*STARE Directive call to cue the targeting pod and enable the LASER spot search function
*SWITCH CAMERA Directive call to switch to electro-optical or infrared camera/sensor.
*SWITCH POLARITY Directive call to switch IR polarity to black hot or white hot
*TELEMETRY ON/OFF Directive call to turn telemetry data (Metadata) on/off.
*ZOOM IN/OUT Directive call to change field of view (FOV)

==Abbreviations==

*ACA Airspace Coordination Area
*ACM Airspace Coordinating Measures
*ATM Air Tasking Message
*ATO Air Tasking Order
*BP Battle Position
*BDA Battle Damage Assessment
*BOC Bomb On Coordinate
*BOT Bomb On Target
*CP Contact Point
*FAH Final Attack Heading
*FARP Forward Arming and Refuleing Point
*FFA Free Fire Area
*FO Forward Observer
*FSCL Fire Support Coordination Line
*FSCM Fire Support Coordination Measures
*HA Holding Area
*IAM Inertially-Aided Munitions
*IP Initial Point
*JDAM Joint Direct Attack Munition
*JTAC Joint Terminal Attack Controller
*LGB Laser Guided Bomb
*LGM Laser Guided Missile
*LRF Laser Range Finder
*LST Laser Spot Tracker
*LTD Laser Target Designator
*MANPADS Man Portable Air Defense System

==Example==

In our example, a JTAC called Bowser5 has found a group of T-72 tanks that he needs to see destroyed. He has requested air support from his commander (in our case, the mission commander, or the AWACS) called Stingray. A flight of two F/A-18C Hornets called Arctic1 will be dispatched to the area where Bowser5 is operating.
A contact point (CP) called "Eddie" has been setup over a lake 20nm NW of target area and Initial Point (IP) Alex located at a highway crossing 10nm to the west of target area. These points are mentioned for everyone during the brief before mission start.

===Initial contact===
The flight Arctic1 is now enroute to CP Eddie, and has switched to Bowser5's frequency.

Arctic11: "Bowser5, Arctic11"
Bowser5: "Arctic11, Bowser5, advice when ready for echo point"
Arctic11: "Ready to copy"
Bowser5: "38 Tango, Lima November, 480 098. Elevation 2671"
Arctic11: "38 Tango, Lima November, 480 098. Elevation 2671"
Bowser5: "Readback correct. Proceed to Delta 15. Send your check-in"

===Check-in===
Arctic11: "Pushing Delta 15"
Arctic11: "Bowser5, this is Arctic1, two-ship F/A-18 Charlie, at CP Eddie, angels 15. Carrying 500
20 mike mike, 2 GBU-12, 1 GBU-32 and 1 AMG-65E on each aircraft. Laser codes: Arctic11 - 1511,
Arctic12 - 1512. Playtime 40 minutes. Carrying ATFLIR. Abort code: In the clear"
Bowser5: "1511 and 1512, abort in the clear, call ready for situation update"
Arctic11: "Ready to copy"

===Situation Update===
Bowser5: "Current surface-to-air threat is a SA-6 at Lima November 970 965, just west of MSR Tampa;
target is a armored platoon attempting to flank us to the north, break"

Bowser5: "Friendlies are a single FST in the vicinity of OP 2 on the high ground. There is also a Recon team
at the southwest 3 km at the tip of Black Mountain, break."

Bowser5: "Bowser5 has control. Plan on using laser guided munition to disrupt the armor. Winds on the deck
are 10-knots out of the west. Bowser5 is Laser and IR capable, advise when ready for gameplan."

Arctic11: "Copy, Wilco"

Arctic1 flight now turns to Delta 15 (meaning 15 nm West of Echo).

===Game plan===
Arctic11: "Established Delta 15, Ready for game plan"
Bowser5: "Type 2 control, Bomb on Target, GBU-12, JTAC Lased, Advice when ready for 9-line."

===CAS-brief===
====9-line====
Arctic11: "Ready for 9-line."
Bowser5:
''(1)'' "IP: Alex" "Lines 1, 2 and 3: Delta 10" *
''(2)'' "Heading: 090° (Mag)
''(3)'' "Distance: 10
''(4)'' "Elevation: 1725 (One-seven-two-five)"
''(5)'' "Target: 2x T-72 tanks"
''(6)'' "Location: Lima November 4790 1010"
''(7)'' "Mark: Designation by my laser, code 1511"
''(8)'' "Friendlies: 500 meters south"
''(9)'' "Egress: Left turn back to IP"
"Advice when ready for remarks." **

Arctic11: "Ready for remarks."

:<nowiki>*</nowiki> ''Note: If using keyhole, lines 1, 2 and 3 can be marged in to one line.''
:<nowiki>**</nowiki> ''Note: It's implied that both remarks and restrictions will be sent during next transmission.''

====Remarks/Restrictions====
Bowser5: "Final attack heading 070° plus/minus 45°. Readback"

Arctic11: "Elevation: 1725, Location: Lima November 4790 1010, Friendlies: 500 meters south. Final attack heading 070°, plus/minus 45°."
Bowser5: "Readback correct. Slew sensor on target and call ready for talk-on."
Arctic11: "Ready for talk-on."

===Correlation===
Bowser5: "Do you see the MSR going east-west?"
Arctic11: "Contact."
Bowser5: "Follow the road west, call contact on first bridge?"
Arctic11: "Looking..... Contact."
Bowser5: "Just to the northwest of that bridge, call contact on two tanks?"
Arctic11: "Contact, two tanks driving west."
Bowser5: "Picture same, That's your target."
Arctic11: "Tally! Captured."
Bowser5: "Call leaving IP"

===Attack===
Arctic11: "IP inbound"
Bowser5: "Continue"
Arctic11: "In hot 075°"
Bowser5: "Cleared hot! Call 10sec, Call for laser"
Arctic11: "Off"
Arctic11: "10 sec"
Arctic11: "Laser ON"
Bowser5: "Lasing"
Bowser5: "Splash!"

===Battle Damage Assassment===
Bowser5: "Standby, target obscured.... Target Destroyed. One tank left"

Arctic11 starts looking for the other tank on the way back to IP.

===Correlation===
Arctic11: "Capture T-72, just north of previous target"
Bowser5: "Picture same, That's your target."
Arctic11: "Tally!"
Bowser5: "Cleared for imidiate re-attack, Call in hot with heading"

===Attack===
Arctic11: "In hot 110°"
Bowser5: "Cleared hot! Call 10sec, Call for laser"
Arctic11: "Off"
Arctic11: "10 sec"
Arctic11: "Laser ON"
Bowser5: "Lasing"
Bowser5: "Splash!"

===Battle Damage Assassment===
Bowser5: "Standby.. Target Destroyed"

Bowser5: "Battle Damage Assassment as follows. Mission success, Two tanks destroyed. No further tasking, push CP Eddie angels 15 and above, contact Stingray5, Thanks for the support and have a safe RTB!"
Arctic11: "Wilco, thanks, Arctic1 pushing Eddie angels 15 and above!"

Mission Briefing Template

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==Current versions==
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===Version 2.3===

<nowiki>
RSVP: YY MM DD - 19:30 (please sign-up asap though, as it makes things easier to plan)
Organizer: Iceman
Activity: Mission - CAP, Air Interdiction
Theatre: Syria
Modules: F/A-18C, F-14B, AJS 37, A-10C, AH-64
Prerequisites: None


[learn_more caption="LINEUP"]

F/A-18C Strike
ARCTIC11 (400):
ARCTIC12 (401):
ARCTIC13 (402):
ARCTIC14 (403):

F/A-18C Strike
BENDER21 (404):
BENDER22 (405):
BENDER23 (406):
BENDER24 (407):

F/A-18C SEAD
CRIMSON31 (410):
CRIMSON32 (411):
CRIMSON33 (412):
CRIMSON34 (413):

F/A-18C CAP
DUSTY41 (300):
DUSTY42 (301):
DUSTY43 (302):
DUSTY44 (303):

F-14B CAP
ELVIS51 (100):
ELVIS52 (101):
ELVIS53 (102):
ELVIS54 (103):

AJS 37 Strike
FENRIS61:
FENRIS62:
FENRIS63:
FENRIS64:

AJS 37 Strike
GRIM71:
GRIM72:
GRIM73:
GRIM74:

A-10C Air Interdiction
HAWG81:
HAWG82:
HAWG83:
HAWG84:

F-16C CAP
INDY91:
INDY92:
INDY93:
INDY94:

F-16C CAP
JESTER11:
JESTER12:
JESTER13:
JESTER14:

F/A-18C FAC-A
KRAKEN21 (304):
KRAKEN22 (305):
KRAKEN23 (306):
KRAKEN24 (307):

F/A-18C CAP
LION31 (310):
LION32 (311):
LION33 (312):
LION34 (313):

F-14B CAP
MUSTANG41 (104):
MUSTANG42 (105):
MUSTANG43 (106):
MUSTANG44 (107):

CH-47F Transport
GREYHOUND31:
GREYHOUND32:
GREYHOUND33:
GREYHOUND34:

UH-1H Transport
NITRO51:
NITRO52:
NITRO53:
NITRO54:

AH-64D Air Interdiction
RAGE91:
RAGE92:
RAGE93:
RAGE94:

AH-64D Air Interdiction
SALTY11:
SALTY12:
SALTY13:
SALTY14:

OH-58D Reconnaissance
BLACKJACK41:
BLACKJACK42:
BLACKJACK43:
BLACKJACK44:

Ka-50 Air Interdiction
ORCA61:
ORCA62:
ORCA63:
ORCA64:

A-10C Air Interdiction
PIG71:
PIG72:
PIG73:
PIG74:

M-2000C CAP
QUEBEC81:
QUEBEC82:
QUEBEC83:
QUEBEC84:

A-10C XCAS
TUSK21:
TUSK22:
TUSK23:
TUSK24:

F-16C CAP
VENOM41:
VENOM42:
VENOM43:
VENOM44:

F-15E Strike
HITMAN31:
HITMAN32:
HITMAN33:
HITMAN34:

AWACS
STINGRAY:
STINGRAY:

Airport
Ground:
Tower:
Control:

Carrier
Marshal:
Tower:
LSO:
[/learn_more]
<h4>1 SITUATION</h4>
<h5>1.1 Overview</h5>
Syria has threatened to conduct SCUD attacks with chemical weapons against civilian towns. NATO has decided to conduct a preemptive strike against SCUD locations and chemical weapons facilities.

<h5>1.2 Area of operations</h5>
W and NW of DAMASCUS (SYRIA) in MGRS zones YC-YB and BT-BS. The ground is mostly flat desert.
<h5>1.3 Time and weather</h5>
* July 07 – 2022
* 08:00 local time
* Scattered (7500′-11500′)
* Wind from (Bearing / kts)
- GND: 320 / 10
- 1600ft: 320 / 10
- 6600ft: 320 / 10
- 24000ft: 320 / 10
* Temp: +15°C
* FORCE QNH 2992 / 1013
<h5>1.4 Air threats</h5>
MiG-21, MiG-25, MiG-29

MiG-21s, MiG-25s and occasional MIG-29s have been reported. Expect main threat from closest enemy air bases, located SE and N of DAMASCUS. Intel estimates that the Syrian Air Force will have routine CAP over target area and can launch 4-8 fighters in short succession from bases close to DAMASCUS. Additional fighters can reinforce from other bases after a timespan of 30 mins from first engagements.
<h5>1.5 Ground threats</h5>
BMP-2, ZSU-23 Shilka, MANPADS, SA-13, SA-6, SA-10

SCUD launchers escorted by BMP-2 platoons, protected by Shilkas, MANPADS and SA-13s. SCUD units are reported to be static in marked target areas but as they are mobile they can quickly redeploy and possible course of action is that once SCUD locations are engaged they will start to relocate.

The Chemical plant is protected by one SA-6, ZU-23s and MANPADS.

SA-10 located 100 nm E of DAMASCUS with coverage reaching to SAYQAL.
<h5>1.6 Friendly forces</h5>
N/A, we are the only blue forces in the AO.

<h5>1.7 Civilian/3rd part</h5>
Civilian air traffic is still active in some parts of eastern Syria.

<h4>2 MISSION</h4>
The Joint Force Air Component (JFAC) will conduct air strikes to destroy SCUD locations and chemical plant facilities in order to deny Syrian forces SCUD capability with chemical weapons. A mission success would reduce Syria’s means of threatening its own population as well as neighboring countries.

<h4>3 EXECUTION</h4>
<h5>3.1 Commander’s intent</h5>
Destroy all SCUD launchers and the two chemical plants located in the AO.

<h5>3.2 Packages</h5>
The mission contains 1 package, callsign WOLFPACK. All flights are part of package WOLFPACK.


<h5>3.3 Order of events</h5>
This operation is divided into four phases which will be conducted chronologically: Destruction of enemy CAP, SEAD, strikes on SCUD and chemical plant, RTB.

1. F-14s will neutralize enemy CAP over Damascus, then report SMASH and remain on station. F/A-18s, A-10s and AH-64s will hold at pre-briefed locations until SMASH has been reported.

2. F/A-18s push and destroy the enemy SA-10 EAST of Damascus, then report WALKOVER. Once complete they hit the tankers and prepare to assist F-14s with CAP.

3. A-10s, AJS 37s and AH-64s engage their respective targets, then report DIRTPILE and TRASHCAN respectively.

4. A-10s, AJS 37s and AH-64s RTB no later than 15:45. With the A/G elements out of the AO, the F-14 and F/A-18 RTB no later than 15:50.

<h5>3.4 Rules of engagement</h5>
ROE: C
As per <a href="https://wiki.masterarms.se/index.php/Mission_SPINS#Rules_of_Engagement" target="new" rel="noopener">SPINS</a>
Addition: Weapons free on all enemy SCUD installations unless they are moving into built up areas.

<h5>3.5 Acceptable level of risk</h5>
ALR: MEDIUM
As per <a href="https://wiki.masterarms.se/index.php/Mission_SPINS#Acceptable_Level_of_Risk" target="new" rel="noopener">SPINS</a>

<h5>3.6 Flight tasking</h5>
<h6>Package WOLFPACK (Lead: ARCTIC11)</h6>
ARCTIC1
* Depart
* Hold at HOTEL (WP1) at 25000’
* Push on SMASH
* Destroy SA-10 EAST of Damascus (report WALKOVER on success)
* Refuel at ARCO1 or ARCO5
* Report in to STINGRAY and standby for CAP tasking
* RTB on order from STINGRAY

Loadout: FL decides (SEAD and A/A)

Waypoints:
1. Hold HOTEL
2. SA-10 Target

ELVIS5
* Depart
* Go to CAP track (WP1 and WP2)
* Neutralize enemy CAP over Damascus
* Remain on station until ordered to RTB by STINGRAY

Loadout: FL decides

Waypoints:
1. CAP W
2. CAP E

FENRIS6
* Depart 08:30
* Hold at HOTEL (WP1) at 9000’
* Push on SMASH
* Destroy target DELTA. Report TRASHCAN if successful.
* RTB

Loadout: FL decides

Waypoints:
1. Hold HOTEL
2. Ingress (bridge)
3. Ingress (bridge)
4. Target DELTA

HAWG8
* Depart 08:32
* Hold at HOTEL (WP1) at 15000’
* Push on SMASH. Coordinate engagements with RAGE9
* Destroy target CHARLIE, prepared to destroy ALPHA and BRAVO if needed. Report DIRTPILE (ALPHA/BRAVO/CHARLIE) for each target destroyed.
* RTB

Loadout: FL decides

Waypoints:
1. Hold HOTEL
2. Target ALPHA
3. Target BRAVO
4. Target CHARLIE

RAGE9
Depart 08:34
Stay under 500 feet after WP3
Coordinate engagements with HAWG8
Destroy targets ALPHA and BRAVO, prepared to destroy CHARLIE if needed. Report DIRTPILE (ALPHA/BRAVO/CHARLIE) for each target destroyed.
RTB

Loadout: FL decides

Waypoints:
1. Ingress
2. Ingress
3. Ingress
4. Target ALPHA
5. Target BRAVO
6. Target CHARLIE
<h4>4 ADMINISTRATION AND LOGISTICS</h4>
<h5>4.1 Airfield operations</h5>
* Ramat David
* TCN: 84X
* Active runway: 33
* Departure via Exit Hayim
* Approach via Entry Amos Lake

<h5>4.2 Carrier operations</h5>
* CASE 1
* BRC: 264
* Departure time: 14:25
* Departure sequence: ELVIS5, ARCTIC1
* Charlie time: 16:00

As per <a href="https://wiki.masterarms.se//index.php/Mission_SPINS#Carrier_Ops" target="new" rel="noopener">Carrier Ops SPINS</a>


<h5>4.3 Tankers</h5>
As per <a href="https://wiki.masterarms.se//index.php/Aerial_Refueling#Standard_tankers" target="new" rel="noopener">Aerial Refueling SOP</a>

<h4>5 COMMAND AND CONTROL</h4>
<h5>5.1 Commander</h5>
* Mission commander is STINGRAY
* Mission commander deputy is ARCTIC11
* Package WOLFPACK lead is ARCTIC11

<h5>5.2 Frequencies</h5>
As per <a href="https://wiki.masterarms.se/index.php/Comms#Channels_and_Frequencies" target="new" rel="noopener">Comms SOP</a>

<h5>5.3 Authentication</h5>
RAMROD: GRANDSLICE
As per <a href="https://wiki.masterarms.se/index.php/Comms#Authentication" target="new" rel="noopener">Authentication SOP</a>

<h5>5.4 Freq flow (Airfield flights)</h5>
7, 9, 3/5, 7
Remain on Tower (ch 7) during startup and departure. Go to Check in (ch 9). Expect Tactical (ch 3) or CAP A (ch 5). Use Tower (ch 7) for recovery.


<h5>5.5 Freq flow (Carrier flights)</h5>
1, 9, 3/5, 16, 1
Remain on Tower (ch 1) during startup and departure. Go to Check in (ch 9). Expect Tactical (ch 3) or CAP A (ch 5). Use Marshal (ch 16) and Tower (ch 1) for recovery.


<h5>5.6 Brevity</h5>
* TANGOUNIFORM - Mission declared successful
* NIGHTFALL - Abort mission
* SMASH - Enemy CAP neutralized
* WALKOVER - SA-10 neutralized
* DIRTPILE - SCUD launchers destroyed
* TRASHCAN - Chemical plants destroyed


<h5>5.7 Bullseye</h5>
N 42 15.00' E 42 03.00'

<h4>6 ANNEXES</h4>
Target Alpha (SCUD 1)
Target Bravo (SCUD 2)
Target Charlie (SCUD 3)
Target Delta (Chemical plant)

Maps
Large size map of AO with all waypoints, tankers, carriers etc
Smaller maps of target areas with waypoints marked



<a href="http://wiki.masterarms.se/images/0/0d/Flights_THT.png"><img class="alignnone size-full wp-image-744" src="http://wiki.masterarms.se/images/0/0d/Flights_THT.png" alt="" width="1373" height="1334" /></a>

</nowiki>

Cold War Germany Charts

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== Frankfurt - EDDF==
Light
* [[:Fil:EDDF Frankfurt Aerodrome Light.png|''Aerodrome'']]
Dark
* [[:Fil:EDDF Frankfurt Aerodrome Dark.png|''Aerodrome'']]

== Hamburg - EDDH==
Light
* [[:Fil:EDDH_Aerodrome_MasterArms.png|''Aerodrome'']]
Dark
* [[:Fil:EDDHinvert_Aerodrome_MasterArms.png|''Aerodrome'']]

== Hannover - EDDV==
Light
* [[:Fil:EDDV_Aerodrome_MasterArms.png|''Aerodrome'']]
Dark
* [[:Fil:EDDVinvert_Aerodrome_MasterArms.png|''Aerodrome'']]

== Bornholm - EKRN ==
Light
* [[:Fil:EKRN_Aerodrome_MasterArms.png|''Aerodrome'']]
Dark
* [[:Fil:EKRNinvert_Aerodrome_MasterArms.png|''Aerodrome'']]

== Malmö Sturup- ESMS==
Light
* [[:Fil:ESMS MalmoSturup Aerodrome Light.png|''Aerodrome'']]
Dark
* [[:Fil:ESMS MalmoSturup Aerodrome Dark.png|''Aerodrome'']]

== Spangdahlem - ETAD==
Light
* [[:Fil:ETAD_Aerodrome_MasterArms.png|''Aerodrome'']]
Dark
* [[:Fil:ETADinvert_Aerodrome_MasterArms.png|''Aerodrome'']]

== Ramstein - ETAR==
Light
* [[:Fil:ETAR_Aerodrome_MasterArms.png|''Aerodrome'']]
Dark
* [[:Fil:ETARinvert.png|''Aerodrome'']]

== Fassberg - ETHS==
Light
* [[:Fil:ETHS Fassberg Aerodrome Light.png|''Aerodrome'']]
Dark
* [[:Fil:ETHSinvert.png|''Aerodrome'']]

== Wunstorf- ETNW==
Light
* [[:Fil:ETNW_Aerodrome_MasterArms.png|''Aerodrome'']]
Dark
* [[:Fil:ETNWinvert_Aerodrome_MasterArms.png|''Aerodrome'']]

Kola Charts

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== Ivalo - EFIV ==
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* [[:Fil:EFIV_Aerodrome_DaytMA_14.png|''Aerodrome'']]
Dark
* [[:Fil:EFIV_Aerodrome_NightMA_14.png|''Aerodrome'']]

== Kemi-Tornio - EFKE ==
Light
* [[:Fil:EFKE KemiTornio Aerodrome Light.png|''Aerodrome'']]
Dark
* [[:Fil:EFKE KemiTornio Aerodrome Dark.png|''Aerodrome'']]

== Kuusamo - EFKS ==
Light
* [[:Fil:EFKS Kuusamo Aerodrome Light.png|''Aerodrome'']]
Dark
* [[:Fil:EFKS Kuusamo Aerodrome Dark.png|''Aerodrome'']]

== Rovaniemi - EFRO ==
Light
* [[:Fil:EFRO_Aerodrome_MasterArms.png|''Aerodrome'']]
Dark
* [[:Fil:EFROinvert_Aerodrome_MasterArms.png|''Aerodrome'']]

== Adnöya - ENAN ==
Light
* [[:Fil:ENAN Andoya Aerodrome Light.png|''Aerodrome'']]
Dark
* [[:Fil:ENAN Adnoya Aerodrome Dark.png|''Aerodrome'']]

== Bodö - ENBO ==
Light
* [[:Fil:ENBO_Aerodrome_MA.png|''Aerodrome'']]
Dark
* [[:Fil:ENBOinvert.png|''Aerodrome'']]

== Kirkenes - ENKR ==
Light
* [[:Fil:ENKR_Aerodrome_MasterArms.png|''Aerodrome'']]
Dark
* [[:Fil:ENKRinvert_Aerodrome_MasterArms.png|''Aerodrome'']]

== Banak- ENNA ==
Light
* [[:Fil:ENNA_Aerodrome_MA.png|''Aerodrome'']]
Dark
* [[:Fil:Enna_Aerodrome_Night_MA.png|''Aerodrome'']]

== Jokkmokk - ESNJ ==
Light
* [[:Fil:ESNJ_AeroDrome_MA.png|''Aerodrome Main Runway'']]
* [[:Fil:ESNJ Jokkmokk Aerodrome Big Light.png|''Aerodrome'']]
Dark
* [[:Fil:ESNJ Jokkmokk Aerodrome Big Dark.png|''Aerodrome'']]

== Kiruna - ESNQ ==
Light
* [[:Fil:ESNQ_Aerodrome_MasterArms.png|''Aerodrome'']]
Dark
* [[:Fil:ESNQinvert_Aerodrome_MasterArms.png|''Aerodrome'']]

== Kallax - ESPA ==
Light
* [[:Fil:Kallax_Aerodrome.png|''Aerodrome'']]
* [[:Fil:Kallax_CTR.png|''Visual Operation Chart'']]
* [[:Fil:Kallax_SID_STAR_RWY14.png|''Standard Instrument Departure / Standard Terminal Arrival Route - Runway 14'']]
* [[:Fil:Kallax_SID_STAR_RWY32.png|''Standard Instrument Departure / Standard Terminal Arrival Route - Runway 32'']]
Dark
* [[:Fil:Kallax_Aerodrome_Dark.png|''Aerodrome'']]
* [[:Fil:Kallax_CTR_Dark.png|''Visual Operation Chart'']]

== Vidsel - ESPE ==
Light
* [[:Fil:ESPE Vidsel Aerodrome Light.png|''Aerodrome'']]
Dark
* [[:Fil:ESPE Vidsel Aerodrome Dark.png|''Aerodrome'']]

AH-64D Procedures

2026-02-27T18:15:20Z

DeadGun: /* Procedures */

''[[Home]] >> [[Standard Operating Procedures]] >> [[Helicopter Procedures]] >> [[AH-64D Procedures]]''

The following sections describe Tactics, Techniques and Procedures (TTP) that are valid only for AH-64D.
<pre style="color: red">Some Tactics and Techniques have reference to the manual "AH-64D Quick Start Manual EN", this manual can be found in the DCS installation folder "DCS World OpenBeta\Mods\aircraft\AH-64D\Doc"</pre>

==Considerations==

===Operating Altitudes===

===Threat===

===Day versus Night===

==Capabilities==

==Tactics and Techniques==

===Tasks===
'''WIP'''

===En Route===

====Navigation Tactics====

DCS AH-64D Quick Start Manual EN page 313-314 (Terrain Flight Modes)

====Tactical Formations====

Cruise principles utilizing radius of turn and altitude to maintain or regain position apply to these formations. Separation between aircraft is dependent on the threat.

Combat Spread:

DCS AH-64D Quick Start Manual EN page 311-313 (Combat Spread)

Combat Cruise: '''(Default if not specified)'''

DCS AH-64D Quick Start Manual EN page 311-313 (Combat Cruise)

===Ingress===

====Control====

====Techniques of Movement====

===Attack (Within the BP)===

====Control====

====Techniques of Attack====

DCS AH-64D Quick Start Manual EN page 315 (Weapon Delivery Techniques)

===Disengagement and Egress===

==Procedures==
The procedures described here aim to ensure a common view of the workflow during assignments in order to facilitate the change of staff. Pilot and CPG knows who do what and when even if it’s the first time flying together.

The order in which the steps not numbered are performed can be changed as needed.

===Standard Conventional Loadout===

* SCL 1
:- 300xM789 HEDP, 8xAGM-114K, 2xM261 (M229)
* SCL 2
:- 1200xM789 HEDP, 4xAGM-114K, 2xM261 (M229)
* SCL 3
:- 1200xM789 HEDP, 12xAGM-114K

===Airfield===

====Startup====

When entering the AH-64, the first steps will be performed simultaneously within the crew and the flight in order to ensure that the comms are working before startup.
When done the Flight Lead will order startup. From now on, each crew member goes through his own list and reports done.

You find the Pilot/CPG Quickstart Checklists [https://wiki.masterarms.se/index.php/Quickstart_Checklists here].

Feel free to use your own checklist as long as the first steps (1-5 for Pilot and 1-7 for CPG) are the same and all steps under "Startup" are included.

====Taxi / Takeoff====

Pilot:
<ol start="2"><li> Taxi (If taxiing is needed this is done on the ground)</li></ol>
<ol start="4"><li> Hover power check</li>
<ol style="list-style-type:lower-alpha">
<li>HOVER Q INDICATED = REQUIRED IGE</li>
<li>HOVER Q INDICATED < GO-NO/GO OGE</li>
</ol>
<li>Takeoff</li>
<ol style="list-style-type:lower-alpha">
<li>VMC Takeoff</li>
<li>VMC Level Acceleration '''(Default if not specified)'''</li>
<li>VMC Minimum Power Takeoff</li>
<li>Rolling Takeoff</li>
</ol></ol>

CPG:
# Request clearance and taxi if necessary '''(Only FL CPG)'''
<ol start="3"><li>Request takeoff '''(Only FL CPG)'''</li></ol>
<ol start="6"><li>Check in with control/AWACS as briefed '''(Only FL CPG)'''</li></ol>

====Landing====

Pilot:
<ol start="3"><li>Land as briefed or instructed by Tower</li>
<ol style="list-style-type:lower-alpha">
<li>VMC Approach to a Hover (Default if not specified)</li>
<li>Rolling Landing</li>
</ol></ol>
<ol start="5"><li>Taxi to parking (If taxiing is needed this is done on the ground)</ol>

CPG:
# Check-In with Control/Tower '''(Only FL CPG)'''
# Perform Approach/Landing Check
::- Wind
::- Hazards
::- Power required/available
::- Etc.
<ol start="4"><li>Request taxi to parking if necessary '''(Only FL CPG)'''</ol>

===En Route===

* Fence In/Fence Out procedures
:- Countermeasures – ARM
:- Exterior lights – OFF
:- MASTER ARM – ARM
:- ADF – OFF
:- Check fuel state

===Tactical Formations===

Combat Spread:

When entering combat spread, Lead should call out the attack heading (or point of breakthrough) and speed in order to make it easier for wing to keep the formation.

Combat Cruise: '''(Default if not specified)'''

Trail:

Column:

Echelon:

===Ingress===

===Attack (Within the BP)===

AGM-114:
* Comms
:# CPG: "Ready" (on ICS)
:# Pilot: "Rage91 Rifle" (on Mission net)

===Disengagement and Egress===

==Glossary==

Persian Gulf Charts

2026-02-26T22:46:42Z

DeadGun: /* Al Dhafra AFB - OMAM */

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== Abu Musa Island - OIBA ==
Light
* [[:Fil:OIBA AbuMusaIsland Aerodrome Light.png|''Aerodrome'']]
Dark
* [[:Fil:OIBA AbuMusaIsland Aerodrome Dark.png|''Aerodrome'']]

== Sirri Island - OIBS ==
Light
* [[:Fil:OIBS SirriIsland Aerodrome Light.png|''Aerodrome'']]
Dark
* [[:Fil:OIBS SirriIsland Aerodrome Dark.png|''Aerodrome'']]

== Al Dhafra AFB - OMAM ==
Light
* [[:Fil:OMAM AlDhafra Aerodrome Light.png|''Aerodrome'']]
* [[:Fil:Al_Dhafra_ArrivalDeparture.png|''Visual Operation Chart'']]
Dark
* [[:Fil:OMAM_Aerodrome_Night_MA.png|''Aerodrome'']]

== Khasab - OOKB ==
Light
* [[:Fil:OOKB Khasab Aerodrome Light.png|''Aerodrome'']]
Dark
* [[:Fil:OOKB Khasab Aerodrome Dark.png|''Aerodrome'']]

Marianas Charts

2026-02-26T22:46:31Z

DeadGun: /* Andersen AFB - PGUA */

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== Rota - PGRO ==
Light
* [[:Fil:PGRO Rota Aerodrome Light.png|''Aerodrome'']]
Dark
* [[:Fil:PGRO Rota Aerodrome Dark.png|''Aerodrome'']]

== Saipan - PGSN ==
Light
* [[:Fil:PGSN Saipan Aerodrome Light.png|''Aerodrome'']]
Dark
* [[:Fil:PGSN Saipan Aerodrome Dark.png|''Aerodrome'']]

== Andersen AFB - PGUA ==
Light
* [[:Fil:PGUA AndersenAFB Aerodrome Light.png|''Aerodrome'']]
* [[:Fil:Andersen_Departure.png|''Visual Operation Chart'']]
Dark
* [[:Fil:PGUA AndersenAFB Aerodrome Dark.png|''Aerodrome'']]

== Antonio B. Won Pat - PGUM ==
Light
* [[:Fil:PGUM AntonioBWonPat Aerodrome Light.png|''Aerodrome'']]
Dark
* [[:Fil:PGUMinvert.png|''Aerodrome'']]

== Tinian - PGWT ==
Light
* [[:Fil:PGWT Tinian Aerodrome Light.png|''Aerodrome'']]
Dark
* [[:Fil:PGWT Tinian Aerodrome Dark.png|''Aerodrome'']]

Kola Charts

2026-02-26T22:46:08Z

DeadGun: /* Kallax - ESPA */

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== Ivalo - EFIV ==
Light
* [[:Fil:EFIV_Aerodrome_DaytMA_14.png|''Aerodrome'']]
Dark
* [[:Fil:EFIV_Aerodrome_NightMA_14.png|''Aerodrome'']]

== Kemi-Tornio - EFKE ==
Light
* [[:Fil:EFKE KemiTornio Aerodrome Light.png|''Aerodrome'']]
Dark
* [[:Fil:EFKE KemiTornio Aerodrome Dark.png|''Aerodrome'']]

== Kuusamo - EFKS ==
Light
* [[:Fil:EFKS Kuusamo Aerodrome Light.png|''Aerodrome'']]
Dark
* [[:Fil:EFKS Kuusamo Aerodrome Dark.png|''Aerodrome'']]

== Rovaniemi - EFRO ==
Light
* [[:Fil:EFRO_Aerodrome_MasterArms.png|''Aerodrome'']]
Dark
* [[:Fil:EFROinvert_Aerodrome_MasterArms.png|''Aerodrome'']]

== Bornholm - EKRN ==
Light
* [[:Fil:EKRN_Aerodrome_MasterArms.png|''Aerodrome'']]
Dark
* [[:Fil:EKRNinvert_Aerodrome_MasterArms.png|''Aerodrome'']]

== Adnöya - ENAN ==
Light
* [[:Fil:ENAN Andoya Aerodrome Light.png|''Aerodrome'']]
Dark
* [[:Fil:ENAN Adnoya Aerodrome Dark.png|''Aerodrome'']]

== Bodö - ENBO ==
Light
* [[:Fil:ENBO_Aerodrome_MA.png|''Aerodrome'']]
Dark
* [[:Fil:ENBOinvert.png|''Aerodrome'']]

== Kirkenes - ENKR ==
Light
* [[:Fil:ENKR_Aerodrome_MasterArms.png|''Aerodrome'']]
Dark
* [[:Fil:ENKRinvert_Aerodrome_MasterArms.png|''Aerodrome'']]

== Banak- ENNA ==
Light
* [[:Fil:ENNA_Aerodrome_MA.png|''Aerodrome'']]
Dark
* [[:Fil:Enna_Aerodrome_Night_MA.png|''Aerodrome'']]

== Jokkmokk - ESNJ ==
Light
* [[:Fil:ESNJ_AeroDrome_MA.png|''Aerodrome Main Runway'']]
* [[:Fil:ESNJ Jokkmokk Aerodrome Big Light.png|''Aerodrome'']]
Dark
* [[:Fil:ESNJ Jokkmokk Aerodrome Big Dark.png|''Aerodrome'']]

== Kiruna - ESNQ ==
Light
* [[:Fil:ESNQ_Aerodrome_MasterArms.png|''Aerodrome'']]
Dark
* [[:Fil:ESNQinvert_Aerodrome_MasterArms.png|''Aerodrome'']]

== Kallax - ESPA ==
Light
* [[:Fil:Kallax_Aerodrome.png|''Aerodrome'']]
* [[:Fil:Kallax_CTR.png|''Visual Operation Chart'']]
* [[:Fil:Kallax_SID_STAR_RWY14.png|''Standard Instrument Departure / Standard Terminal Arrival Route - Runway 14'']]
* [[:Fil:Kallax_SID_STAR_RWY32.png|''Standard Instrument Departure / Standard Terminal Arrival Route - Runway 32'']]
Dark
* [[:Fil:Kallax_Aerodrome_Dark.png|''Aerodrome'']]
* [[:Fil:Kallax_CTR_Dark.png|''Visual Operation Chart'']]

== Vidsel - ESPE ==
Light
* [[:Fil:ESPE Vidsel Aerodrome Light.png|''Aerodrome'']]
Dark
* [[:Fil:ESPE Vidsel Aerodrome Dark.png|''Aerodrome'']]

Kola Charts

2026-02-26T22:45:53Z

DeadGun: /* Kallax - ESPA */

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== Ivalo - EFIV ==
Light
* [[:Fil:EFIV_Aerodrome_DaytMA_14.png|''Aerodrome'']]
Dark
* [[:Fil:EFIV_Aerodrome_NightMA_14.png|''Aerodrome'']]

== Kemi-Tornio - EFKE ==
Light
* [[:Fil:EFKE KemiTornio Aerodrome Light.png|''Aerodrome'']]
Dark
* [[:Fil:EFKE KemiTornio Aerodrome Dark.png|''Aerodrome'']]

== Kuusamo - EFKS ==
Light
* [[:Fil:EFKS Kuusamo Aerodrome Light.png|''Aerodrome'']]
Dark
* [[:Fil:EFKS Kuusamo Aerodrome Dark.png|''Aerodrome'']]

== Rovaniemi - EFRO ==
Light
* [[:Fil:EFRO_Aerodrome_MasterArms.png|''Aerodrome'']]
Dark
* [[:Fil:EFROinvert_Aerodrome_MasterArms.png|''Aerodrome'']]

== Bornholm - EKRN ==
Light
* [[:Fil:EKRN_Aerodrome_MasterArms.png|''Aerodrome'']]
Dark
* [[:Fil:EKRNinvert_Aerodrome_MasterArms.png|''Aerodrome'']]

== Adnöya - ENAN ==
Light
* [[:Fil:ENAN Andoya Aerodrome Light.png|''Aerodrome'']]
Dark
* [[:Fil:ENAN Adnoya Aerodrome Dark.png|''Aerodrome'']]

== Bodö - ENBO ==
Light
* [[:Fil:ENBO_Aerodrome_MA.png|''Aerodrome'']]
Dark
* [[:Fil:ENBOinvert.png|''Aerodrome'']]

== Kirkenes - ENKR ==
Light
* [[:Fil:ENKR_Aerodrome_MasterArms.png|''Aerodrome'']]
Dark
* [[:Fil:ENKRinvert_Aerodrome_MasterArms.png|''Aerodrome'']]

== Banak- ENNA ==
Light
* [[:Fil:ENNA_Aerodrome_MA.png|''Aerodrome'']]
Dark
* [[:Fil:Enna_Aerodrome_Night_MA.png|''Aerodrome'']]

== Jokkmokk - ESNJ ==
Light
* [[:Fil:ESNJ_AeroDrome_MA.png|''Aerodrome Main Runway'']]
* [[:Fil:ESNJ Jokkmokk Aerodrome Big Light.png|''Aerodrome'']]
Dark
* [[:Fil:ESNJ Jokkmokk Aerodrome Big Dark.png|''Aerodrome'']]

== Kiruna - ESNQ ==
Light
* [[:Fil:ESNQ_Aerodrome_MasterArms.png|''Aerodrome'']]
Dark
* [[:Fil:ESNQinvert_Aerodrome_MasterArms.png|''Aerodrome'']]

== Kallax - ESPA ==
Light
* [[:Fil:Kallax_Aerodrome.png|''Aerodrome'']]
* [[:Fil:Kallax_CTR.png|''Visual Operation Chart'']]
* [[:Fil:Kallax_SID_STAR_RWY14.png|''Standard Instrument Departure / Standard Terminal Arrival Route - Runway 14'']]
* [[:Fil:Kallax_SID_STAR_RWY32.png|''Standard Instrument Departure / Standard Terminal Arrival Route - Runway 32'']]
Dark
* [[:Fil:Kallax_Aerodrome_Dark.png|''Aerodrome'']]
* [[:Fil:Kallax_CTR_Dark.png|''Visual Approach Chart'']]

== Vidsel - ESPE ==
Light
* [[:Fil:ESPE Vidsel Aerodrome Light.png|''Aerodrome'']]
Dark
* [[:Fil:ESPE Vidsel Aerodrome Dark.png|''Aerodrome'']]

Caucasus Charts

2026-02-26T22:45:31Z

DeadGun: /* Kutaisi - UGKO */

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==Kutaisi - UGKO==
Light
* [[:Fil:UGKO Kutaisi Aerodrome Light.png|''Aerodrome'']]
* [[:Fil:Kutaisi_VisualChart.png|''Visual Operation Chart'']]
* [[:Fil:Kutaisi_SID_2023-02-27.png|''Standard Instrument Departure - Runway 07'']]
* [[:Fil:Kutaisi_STAR_2023-02-27.png|''Standard Terminal Arrival Route - Runway 07'']]
Dark
* [[:Fil:UGKOinvert.png|''Aerodrome'']]

SRS Setup Guide

2026-02-25T12:33:13Z

DeadGun: /* AH-64D Pilot */

''[[Home]] >> [[Technical Guides]] >> [[Technical Checklist]] >> [[SRS Setup Guide]]''

If you're flying multiple aircraft types, you might need somewhat different settings for the different types. Instead of manually changing these settings when you switch aircraft, you're encouraged to use SRS profiles, automatically adjusting the settings depending on what aircraft you're currently using. Using profiles also has advantages even if you only fly one aircraft, as it distinguishes spectator mode from flying mode. The following guide goes through the setup.

==Default Setup==
Start SRS and setup tabs as described below:

General-Tab
#Set Microphone/Speakers as needed
#Set Speaker Boost to something between 10-20 dB or as preferred.
#Set EAM Name (Your callsign)

Settings-Tab
#Check/Set PROFILE = "default"

Control-Tab
#Check that all lines are cleared (Radio 1, Device=None, Button=None etc.). If not, press "CLEAR".

Favourites-Tab
#Name: '''Master Arms Primary''', ServerAdress: '''SR.MASTERARMS.SE:5002''', EAM Coal. Pass: '''blue'''
#Name: '''Master Arms Secondary''', ServerAdress: '''SR.MASTERARMS.SE:5003''', EAM Coal. Pass: '''blue''' (optional)

Settings-Tab
#Check/Set GLOBAL SETTINGS -> AUTO CONNECT -> Auto Connect = ON
#Check/Set GLOBAL SETTINGS -> MISCELLANOUS SETTINGS -> Auto Select Profile For Aircraft = ON
#Select "COPY PROFILE"
#Name the profile according to table below ''* Repeat step 3-4 for all the modules you are using.''
#Change PROFILE from "default" to the one you created. (e.g FA-18 if you created a F/A-18C profile)
#Setup profile according to the instructions for Fixed/Rotary Wing below ''* Repeat step 5-6 for all the profiles you created.''

===Profile Names===
{| class="wikitable"
! Module !! Profile Name
|-
| A-10C II|| A-10C2
|-
| AJS 37 || AJS37
|-
| AV-8B || AV-8B
|-
| C-130J || C-130J
|-
| F-4E Pilot || F-4
|-
| F-4E WSO || F-4_2
|-
| F-14A/B Pilot || F-14
|-
| F-14A/B RIO || F-14_2
|-
| F-15E Pilot || F-15E
|-
| F-15E WSO|| F-15E_2
|-
| F-16C || F-16
|-
| F/A-18C || FA-18
|-
| M-2000C || M2000
|-
| AH-64D Pilot || AH-64
|-
| AH-64D CPG|| AH-64_2
|-
| OH-58D Pilot || OH-58
|-
| OH-58D CPO || OH-58_2
|}

==Fixed Wing==
===A-10C II===
Control-Tab

* Bind Radio 1, 2 and 3 to different HOTAS buttons (Recommended: Forward, Down and Aft on a 4-way switch on the throttle)
Settings-Tab

* Go to PROFILE SETTINGS -> CONTROL/COCKPIT INTEGRATION and Check/Set:
:- Radio Switch work as Push To Talk(PTT) = ON
:- Auto Select First Channel Preset = ON
:- ALWAYS allow SRS Hotkeys = ON
:- ALWAYS allow Transponder Overlay Controls = OFF
:- Allow INCOCKPIT DCS Controlled PTT = OFF
:- Rotary Style Frequency Increment/Decrement = OFF
:- Push to Talk Release Delay (ms) = 50 ms (first tick mark)

* Go to PROFILE SETTINGS -> RADIO EFFECT SETTINGS and set as desired*.
:- As a start, set "Enable Ambient Cockpit Effects" to ≈ 10% or OFF

* Go to PROFILE SETTINGS -> AUDIO and set as desired*.

:''*Can be changed in-game if needed''

===AJS 37===
Control-Tab

* Bind Radio 1 and 3 to different HOTAS buttons (Recommended: Left and Right on a 2/4-way switch on the joystick)
Settings-Tab

* Go to PROFILE SETTINGS -> CONTROL/COCKPIT INTEGRATION and Check/Set:
:- Radio Switch work as Push To Talk(PTT) = ON
:- Auto Select First Channel Preset = ON
:- ALWAYS allow SRS Hotkeys = ON
:- ALWAYS allow Transponder Overlay Controls = ON
:- Allow INCOCKPIT DCS Controlled PTT = OFF
:- Rotary Style Frequency Increment/Decrement = OFF
:- Push to Talk Release Delay (ms) = 50 ms (first tick mark)

* Go to PROFILE SETTINGS -> RADIO EFFECT SETTINGS and set as desired*.
:- As a start, set "Enable Ambient Cockpit Effects" to ≈ 10% or OFF

* Go to PROFILE SETTINGS -> AUDIO and set as desired*.

:''*Can be changed in-game if needed''

===AV-8B===
Control-Tab

* Bind Radio 1 and 2 to different HOTAS buttons (Recommended: Forward and Aft on a 4-way switch on the throttle)

Settings-Tab

* Go to PROFILE SETTINGS -> CONTROL/COCKPIT INTEGRATION and Check/Set:
:- Radio Switch work as Push To Talk(PTT) = ON
:- Auto Select First Channel Preset = ON
:- ALWAYS allow SRS Hotkeys = ON
:- ALWAYS allow Transponder Overlay Controls = ON
:- Allow INCOCKPIT DCS Controlled PTT = OFF
:- Rotary Style Frequency Increment/Decrement = OFF
:- Push to Talk Release Delay (ms) = 50 ms (first tick mark)

* Go to PROFILE SETTINGS -> RADIO EFFECT SETTINGS and set as desired*.
:- As a start, set "Enable Ambient Cockpit Effects" to ≈ 10% or OFF

* Go to PROFILE SETTINGS -> AUDIO and set as desired*.

:''*Can be changed in-game if needed''

===C-130J===
Control-Tab

* Bind "Common PTT" and "Special Intercom Select & PTT" to different HOTAS buttons (Recommended: Forward and Aft on a 4-way switch on the joystick or throttle)
* Bind "Next Radio" and "Previous Radio" to different HOTAS buttons* (Recommended: Up and Down on the same 4-way switch as above)
Settings-Tab

* Go to PROFILE SETTINGS -> CONTROL/COCKPIT INTEGRATION and Check/Set:
:- Radio Switch work as Push To Talk(PTT) = OFF
:- Auto Select First Channel Preset = ON
:- ALWAYS allow SRS Hotkeys = ON
:- ALWAYS allow Transponder Overlay Controls = ON
:- Allow INCOCKPIT DCS Controlled PTT = OFF
:- Rotary Style Frequency Increment/Decrement = OFF
:- Push to Talk Release Delay (ms) = 50 ms (first tick mark)

* Go to PROFILE SETTINGS -> RADIO EFFECT SETTINGS and set as desired**.
:- As a start, set "Enable Ambient Cockpit Effects" to ≈ 10% or OFF

* Go to PROFILE SETTINGS -> AUDIO and set as desired*.

:''*You will not be able to use "Transmission Selector Switch" in cockpit. If you want to be able to change the radio with the knob in the cockpit, skip mapping these and set "ALWAYS allow SRS Hotkeys = OFF"''
:''**Can be changed in-game if needed''

===F-4E Pilot/WSO===
Control-Tab

* Bind Radio 1, 3 and "Special Intercom Select & PTT" to different HOTAS buttons (Recommended: Forward, Down and Aft on a 4-way switch on the throttle)
Settings-Tab

* Go to PROFILE SETTINGS -> CONTROL/COCKPIT INTEGRATION and Check/Set:
:- Radio Switch work as Push To Talk(PTT) = ON
:- Auto Select First Channel Preset = ON
:- ALWAYS allow SRS Hotkeys = ON
:- ALWAYS allow Transponder Overlay Controls = OFF
:- Allow INCOCKPIT DCS Controlled PTT = OFF
:- Rotary Style Frequency Increment/Decrement = OFF
:- Push to Talk Release Delay (ms) = 50 ms (first tick mark)

* Go to PROFILE SETTINGS -> RADIO EFFECT SETTINGS and set as desired*.
:- As a start, set "Enable Ambient Cockpit Effects" to ≈ 10% or OFF

* Go to PROFILE SETTINGS -> AUDIO and set as desired*.

:''*Can be changed in-game if needed''

===F-14A/B Pilot===
Settings-Tab

* Go to PROFILE SETTINGS -> CONTROL/COCKPIT INTEGRATION and Check/Set:
:- Radio Switch work as Push To Talk(PTT) = ON
:- Auto Select First Channel Preset = ON
:- ALWAYS allow SRS Hotkeys = OFF
:- ALWAYS allow Transponder Overlay Controls = OFF
:- Allow INCOCKPIT DCS Controlled PTT = ON
:- Rotary Style Frequency Increment/Decrement = OFF
:- Push to Talk Release Delay (ms) = 50 ms (first tick mark)

* Go to PROFILE SETTINGS -> RADIO EFFECT SETTINGS and set as desired*.
:- As a start, set "Enable Ambient Cockpit Effects" to ≈ 10% or OFF

* Go to PROFILE SETTINGS -> AUDIO and set as desired*.

:''*Can be changed in-game if needed''

DCS
* Bind the following 3 Actions (Recommended: Forward, Down and Aft in that order on a 4-way switch on the throttle):
# "Mic Button UHF1 (ARC-159) - SRS or VoIP Only / No Menu"
# "Mic Button ICS - SRS or VoIP Only / No Menu"
# "Mic Button UHF2 (ARC-182) - SRS or VoIP Only / No Menu"

===F-14A/B RIO===
Settings-Tab

* Go to PROFILE SETTINGS -> CONTROL/COCKPIT INTEGRATION and Check/Set:
:- Radio Switch work as Push To Talk(PTT) = ON
:- Auto Select First Channel Preset = ON
:- ALWAYS allow SRS Hotkeys = OFF
:- ALWAYS allow Transponder Overlay Controls = OFF
:- Allow INCOCKPIT DCS Controlled PTT = ON
:- Rotary Style Frequency Increment/Decrement = OFF
:- Push to Talk Release Delay (ms) = 50 ms (first tick mark)

* Go to PROFILE SETTINGS -> RADIO EFFECT SETTINGS and set as desired*.
:- As a start, set "Enable Ambient Cockpit Effects" to ≈ 10% or OFF

* Go to PROFILE SETTINGS -> AUDIO and set as desired*.

:''*Can be changed in-game if needed''

DCS
* Bind axis "ICS Button ICS (Intercom) PTT (axis threshold) - SRS or VoIP Only / No Menu" to left toe brake
* Bind axis "ICS Button MIC (UHF) PTT (axis threshold) - SRS or VoIP Only / No Menu" to right toe brake
* Bind "XMTR SEL UHF1 and UHF2" to a 2-way switch (selects radio to transmit on)

===F-15E Pilot/WSO===
Control-Tab

* Bind Radio 1, 2 and "Special Intercom Select & PTT" to different HOTAS buttons (Recommended: Forward, Down and Aft on a 4-way switch on the throttle)
Settings-Tab

* Go to PROFILE SETTINGS -> CONTROL/COCKPIT INTEGRATION and Check/Set:
:- Radio Switch work as Push To Talk(PTT) = ON
:- Auto Select First Channel Preset = ON
:- ALWAYS allow SRS Hotkeys = ON
:- ALWAYS allow Transponder Overlay Controls = OFF
:- Allow INCOCKPIT DCS Controlled PTT = OFF
:- Rotary Style Frequency Increment/Decrement = OFF
:- Push to Talk Release Delay (ms) = 50 ms (first tick mark)

* Go to PROFILE SETTINGS -> RADIO EFFECT SETTINGS and set as desired*.
:- As a start, set "Enable Ambient Cockpit Effects" to ≈ 10% or OFF

* Go to PROFILE SETTINGS -> AUDIO and set as desired*.

:''*Can be changed in-game if needed''

===F-16C===
Control-Tab

* Bind Radio 1 and 2 to different HOTAS buttons (preferably Forward and Aft on a 2/4-way switch on the throttle)
Settings-Tab

* Go to PROFILE SETTINGS -> CONTROL/COCKPIT INTEGRATION and Check/Set:
:- Radio Switch work as Push To Talk(PTT) = ON
:- Auto Select First Channel Preset = ON
:- ALWAYS allow SRS Hotkeys = ON
:- ALWAYS allow Transponder Overlay Controls = OFF
:- Allow INCOCKPIT DCS Controlled PTT = OFF
:- Rotary Style Frequency Increment/Decrement = OFF
:- Push to Talk Release Delay (ms) = 50 ms (first tick mark)

* Go to PROFILE SETTINGS -> RADIO EFFECT SETTINGS and set as desired*.
:- As a start, set "Enable Ambient Cockpit Effects" to ≈ 10% or OFF

* Go to PROFILE SETTINGS -> AUDIO and set as desired*.

:''*Can be changed in-game if needed''

===F/A-18C===
Control-Tab

* Bind Radio 1, 2 and 3 to different HOTAS buttons (Recommended: Aft, Down, Forward on a 4-way switch on the throttle, in that order, Radio 3 being your MIDS intra comms)
Settings-Tab

* Go to PROFILE SETTINGS -> CONTROL/COCKPIT INTEGRATION and Check/Set:
:- Radio Switch work as Push To Talk(PTT) = ON
:- Auto Select First Channel Preset = ON
:- ALWAYS allow SRS Hotkeys = ON
:- ALWAYS allow Transponder Overlay Controls = OFF
:- Allow INCOCKPIT DCS Controlled PTT = OFF
:- Rotary Style Frequency Increment/Decrement = OFF
:- Push to Talk Release Delay (ms) = 50 ms (first tick mark)

* Go to PROFILE SETTINGS -> RADIO EFFECT SETTINGS and set as desired*.
:- As a start set:
::* MIDS Tx & Rx Effects = OFF
::* "Enable Ambient Cockpit Effects" to ≈ 10% or OFF

* Go to PROFILE SETTINGS -> AUDIO and set as desired*.
:- Recommendation: All centered, except Radio 2 (Full Right)

:''*Can be changed in-game if needed''

===M-2000C===
Control-Tab

* Bind Radio 1 and 2 to different HOTAS buttons (preferably Forward and Aft on a 2/4-way switch on the throttle)
Settings-Tab

* Go to PROFILE SETTINGS -> CONTROL/COCKPIT INTEGRATION and Check/Set:
:- Radio Switch work as Push To Talk(PTT) = ON
:- Auto Select First Channel Preset = ON
:- ALWAYS allow SRS Hotkeys = ON
:- ALWAYS allow Transponder Overlay Controls = OFF
:- Allow INCOCKPIT DCS Controlled PTT = OFF
:- Rotary Style Frequency Increment/Decrement = OFF
:- Push to Talk Release Delay (ms) = 50 ms (first tick mark)

* Go to PROFILE SETTINGS -> RADIO EFFECT SETTINGS and set as desired*.
:- As a start, set "Enable Ambient Cockpit Effects" to ≈ 10% or OFF

* Go to PROFILE SETTINGS -> AUDIO and set as desired*.

:''*Can be changed in-game if needed''

==Rotary Wing==
===AH-64D Pilot===
Control-Tab

* Bind "Common PTT" and "Special Intercom Select & PTT" (Recommended: Left and Right on a 4-way switch with push on the stick)

Settings-Tab
* Go to PROFILE SETTINGS -> CONTROL/COCKPIT INTEGRATION and Check/Set:
:- Radio Switch work as Push To Talk(PTT) = OFF
:- Auto Select First Channel Preset = ON
:- ALWAYS allow SRS Hotkeys = OFF
:- ALWAYS allow Transponder Overlay Controls = OFF
:- Allow INCOCKPIT DCS Controlled PTT = OFF
:- Rotary Style Frequency Increment/Decrement = OFF

* Go to PROFILE SETTINGS -> RADIO EFFECT SETTINGS and set as desired*.
:- Radio Transmit Start Effect - "RADIO_TRANS_START_APACHE.wav"
:- As a start, set "Enable Ambient Cockpit Effects" to ≈ 10% or OFF

* Go to PROFILE SETTINGS -> AUDIO and set as desired*.

:''*Can be changed in-game if needed''

DCS
* Bind "PTT/RTS Switch - RTS Depress" (preferably to the push on the same 4-way switch as above)

===AH-64D CPG===
As a CPG you are also expected to be able to fly the helicopter from the front seat. Therefore we assume here that the stick/throttle are set for flying and that a PS/Xbox controller is used for the TEDAC.
Therefore, we need to set up PTT buttons on both the stick and the controller as shown below.

Control-Tab

* Bind "Push To Talk - PTT" and "Special Intercom Select & PTT" (Recommended: Push button on the Left and Right stick on PS/Xbox controller)
* Bind "Next Radio" and "Previous Radio" (Recommended: Up/Down arrow on the keyboard)

Settings-Tab
* Go to PROFILE SETTINGS -> CONTROL/COCKPIT INTEGRATION and Check/Set:
:- Radio Switch work as Push To Talk(PTT) = OFF
:- Auto Select First Channel Preset = ON
:- ALWAYS allow SRS Hotkeys = OFF
:- ALWAYS allow Transponder Overlay Controls = OFF
:- Allow INCOCKPIT DCS Controlled PTT = ON
:- Rotary Style Frequency Increment/Decrement = OFF

* Go to PROFILE SETTINGS -> RADIO EFFECT SETTINGS and set as desired*.
:- Radio Transmit Start Effect - "RADIO_TRANS_START_APACHE.wav"
:- As a start, set "Enable Ambient Cockpit Effects" to ≈ 10% or OFF

* Go to PROFILE SETTINGS -> AUDIO and set as desired*.

:''*Can be changed in-game if needed''

DCS
* Bind "PTT/RTS Switch - RADIO/Left (call radio menu)" (Recommended: Left on a 4-way switch with push on the stick)
* Bind "PTT/RTS Switch - ICS/Right (call radio menu)" (Recommended: Right on the same 4-way switch as above)
* Bind "PTT/RTS Switch - RTS Depress" (preferably to the push on the same 4-way switch as above)

===Ka-50 III===
Control-Tab

* Bind "Common PP" (Recommended: Button on the stick)

Settings-Tab
* Go to PROFILE SETTINGS -> CONTROL/COCKPIT INTEGRATION and Check/Set:
:- Radio Switch work as Push To Talk(PTT) = OFF
:- Auto Select First Channel Preset = ON
:- ALWAYS allow SRS Hotkeys = OFF
:- ALWAYS allow Transponder Overlay Controls = OFF
:- Allow INCOCKPIT DCS Controlled PTT = ON
:- Rotary Style Frequency Increment/Decrement = OFF

* Go to PROFILE SETTINGS -> RADIO EFFECT SETTINGS and set as desired*.
:- As a start, set "Enable Ambient Cockpit Effects" to ≈ 10% or OFF

* Go to PROFILE SETTINGS -> AUDIO and set as desired*.

:''*Can be changed in-game if needed''

DCS
* Bind "SPU-9 Radio communicator selector - CA(VHF-2)" (preferably to a 4-way switch on the throttle)
* Bind "SPU-9 Radio communicator selector - GND CREW" (preferably to same 4-way switch as above)
* Bind "SPU-9 Radio communicator selector - SW" (preferably to same 4-way switch as above)
* Bind "SPU-9 Radio communicator selector - VHF-1" (preferably to same 4-way switch as above)

===OH-58D Pilot===
Settings-Tab

* Go to PROFILE SETTINGS -> CONTROL/COCKPIT INTEGRATION and Check/Set:
:- Radio Switch work as Push To Talk(PTT) = OFF
:- Auto Select First Channel Preset = ON
:- ALWAYS allow SRS Hotkeys = OFF
:- ALWAYS allow Transponder Overlay Controls = ON
:- Allow INCOCKPIT DCS Controlled PTT = ON
:- Rotary Style Frequency Increment/Decrement = OFF

* Go to PROFILE SETTINGS -> RADIO EFFECT SETTINGS and set as desired*.
:- As a start, set "Enable Ambient Cockpit Effects" to ≈ 10% or OFF

* Go to PROFILE SETTINGS -> AUDIO and set as desired*.

:''*Can be changed in-game if needed''

DCS
* Bind "Pilot Radio Select Switch - 1/2/3/5" to different HOTAS buttons (Recommended: 4-way switch on throttle)
* Bind "Pilot Radio Channel Select Switch" (AFT/FWD/LEFT and RIGHT) to different HOTAS buttons (Recommended: same 4-way switch as above with "modifier")
* Bind "CSCP, PTT - Intercom" to trigger 1st detent and 2nd detent "OFF" as shown below
* Bind "CSCP, PTT - Radio" to trigger 2nd detent as shown below

[[Fil:OH-58D SRS 2.png|800px]]

===OH-58D CPO===
Control-Tab

* Bind Radio 1,2,3 and 4 to different HOTAS buttons (Recommended: 4-way switch on throttle)
* Bind "Special Intercom Select & PTT" to trigger 1st detent on the stick*
* Bind "Push To Talk - PTT" to trigger 2nd detent on the stick*
* Bind "Push To Talk - PTT Modifier" to trigger 1nd detent on the stick (Same as "Special Intercom Select & PTT" )

Settings-Tab

* Go to PROFILE SETTINGS -> CONTROL/COCKPIT INTEGRATION and Check/Set:
:- Radio Switch work as Push To Talk(PTT) = OFF
:- Auto Select First Channel Preset = ON
:- ALWAYS allow SRS Hotkeys = ON
:- ALWAYS allow Transponder Overlay Controls = OFF
:- Allow INCOCKPIT DCS Controlled PTT = OFF
:- Rotary Style Frequency Increment/Decrement = OFF

* Go to PROFILE SETTINGS -> RADIO EFFECT SETTINGS and set as desired*.
:- As a start, set "Enable Ambient Cockpit Effects" to ≈ 10% or OFF

* Go to PROFILE SETTINGS -> AUDIO and set as desired*.

:''*Can be changed in-game if needed''

DCS
If you want visual feedback in cockpit of Transmit Selector Switch moving bind "CSCP, Transmit Selector Switch - 1/2/3/5" to same 4-way switch as radio 1,2,3 and 4 in SRS above

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== Larnaca - LCLK ==
Light
* [[:Fil:LCLK Larnaca Aerodrome Light.png|''Aerodrome'']]
Dark
* [[:Fil:LCLK Larnaca Aerodrome Dark.png|''Aerodrome'']]

== Paphos - LCPH ==
Light
* [[:Fil:LCPHAerodrome.png|''Aerodrome'']]
Dark
* [[:Fil:LCPHinvert.png|''Aerodrome'']]

== Akrotiri - LCRA ==
Light
* [[:Fil:LCRAAerodrome.png|''Aerodrome'']]
Dark
* [[:Fil:LCRAinvert.png|''Aerodrome'']]

== Kiryat Shmona - LLKS ==
Light
* [[:Fil:LLKS KiryatShmona Aerodrome Light.png|''Aerodrome'']]
Dark
* [[:Fil:LLKS KiryatShmona Aerodrome Dark.png|''Aerodrome'']]

== Ramat David - LLRD ==
Light
* [[:Fil:RamatDavid_AerodromeChart.png|''Aerodrome'']]
* [[:Fil:RamatDavid_VisualChart.png|''Visual Approach Chart'']]
Dark
* -

== Incirlik - LTAG ==
Light
* [[:Fil:LTAG_Aerodrome_MA.png|''Aerodrome'']]
* [[:Fil:SID_RW05_INCIRLIK.png|''Standard Instrument Departure - Runway 05'']]
* [[:Fil:STAR_RW05_INCIRLIK.jpeg|''Standard Terminal Arrival Route - Runway 05'']]
Dark
* -

== Beirut-Rafic Hariri - OLBA ==
Light
* [[:Fil:OLBA BeirutRHarriIntl Aerodrome Light.png|''Aerodrome'']]
Dark
* [[:Fil:OLBA BeirutRHarriIntl Aerodrome Dark.png|''Aerodrome'']]

== Abu Al-Duhur - OS57 ==
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* [[:Fil:Abu_Al-Duhur_AirportDiagram.png|''Aerodrome'']]
Dark
* -

== Damascus - OSDI ==
Light
* [[:Fil:Damascus_AirportDiagram.png|''Aerodrome'']]
Dark
* -

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== Hatzerim - LLHB ==
Light
* [[:Fil:LLHB Hatzerim Aerodrome Light.png|''Aerodrome'']]
Dark
* [[:Fil:LLHB Hatzerim Aerodrome Dark.png|''Aerodrome'']]

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== MT Pleasant - EGYP ==
Light
* [[:Fil:EGYP MTPleasant Aerodrome Light.png|''Aerodrome'']]
Dark
* [[:Fil:EGYP MTPleasant Aerodrome Dark.png|''Aerodrome'']]

== Port Stanley- SFAL ==
Light
* [[:Fil:SFAL PortStanley Aerodrome Light.png|''Aerodrome'']]
Dark
* [[:Fil:SFAL PortStanley Aerodrome Dark.png|''Aerodrome'']]

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== Abu Musa Island - OIBA ==
Light
* [[:Fil:OIBA AbuMusaIsland Aerodrome Light.png|''Aerodrome'']]
Dark
* [[:Fil:OIBA AbuMusaIsland Aerodrome Dark.png|''Aerodrome'']]

== Sirri Island - OIBS ==
Light
* [[:Fil:OIBS SirriIsland Aerodrome Light.png|''Aerodrome'']]
Dark
* [[:Fil:OIBS SirriIsland Aerodrome Dark.png|''Aerodrome'']]

== Al Dhafra AFB - OMAM ==
Light
* [[:Fil:OMAM AlDhafra Aerodrome Light.png|''Aerodrome'']]
* [[:Fil:Al_Dhafra_ArrivalDeparture.png|''Visual Approach Chart'']]
Dark
* [[:Fil:OMAM_Aerodrome_Night_MA.png|''Aerodrome'']]

== Khasab - OOKB ==
Light
* [[:Fil:OOKB Khasab Aerodrome Light.png|''Aerodrome'']]
Dark
* [[:Fil:OOKB Khasab Aerodrome Dark.png|''Aerodrome'']]

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== Rota - PGRO ==
Light
* [[:Fil:PGRO Rota Aerodrome Light.png|''Aerodrome'']]
Dark
* [[:Fil:PGRO Rota Aerodrome Dark.png|''Aerodrome'']]

== Saipan - PGSN ==
Light
* [[:Fil:PGSN Saipan Aerodrome Light.png|''Aerodrome'']]
Dark
* [[:Fil:PGSN Saipan Aerodrome Dark.png|''Aerodrome'']]

== Andersen AFB - PGUA ==
Light
* [[:Fil:PGUA AndersenAFB Aerodrome Light.png|''Aerodrome'']]
* [[:Fil:Andersen_Departure.png|''Visual Approach Chart'']]
Dark
* [[:Fil:PGUA AndersenAFB Aerodrome Dark.png|''Aerodrome'']]

== Antonio B. Won Pat - PGUM ==
Light
* [[:Fil:PGUM AntonioBWonPat Aerodrome Light.png|''Aerodrome'']]
Dark
* -

== Tinian - PGWT ==
Light
* [[:Fil:PGWT Tinian Aerodrome Light.png|''Aerodrome'']]
Dark
* [[:Fil:PGWT Tinian Aerodrome Dark.png|''Aerodrome'']]

Marianas Charts

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== Rota - PGRO ==
Light
* [[:Fil:PGRO Rota Aerodrome Light.png|''Aerodrome'']]
Dark
* [[:Fil:PGRO Rota Aerodrome Dark.png|''Aerodrome'']]

== Saipan - PGSN ==
Light
* [[:Fil:PGSN Saipan Aerodrome Light.png|''Aerodrome'']]
Dark
* [[:Fil:PGSN Saipan Aerodrome Dark.png|''Aerodrome'']]

== Andersen AFB - PGUA ==
Light
* [[:Fil:PGUA AndersenAFB Aerodrome Light.png|''Aerodrome'']]
* [[:Fil:Andersen_Departure.png|''Visual Approach Chart'']]
Dark
* [[:Fil:PGUA AndersenAFB Aerodrome Dark.png|''Aerodrome'']]

== Antonio B. Won Pat- PGUM ==
Light
* [[:Fil:PGUM AntonioBWonPat Aerodrome Light.png|''Aerodrome'']]
Dark
* -

== Tinian - PGWT ==
Light
* [[:Fil:PGWT Tinian Aerodrome Light.png|''Aerodrome'']]
Dark
* [[:Fil:PGWT Tinian Aerodrome Dark.png|''Aerodrome'']]

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