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DCS-A-10C-CL
SCOPE. This checklist contains the operators checks to be
accomplished during normal DCS A-10C operations. For
emergency operation refer to the appropriate Emergency Checklist.
GENERAL. The checklist contains: normal procedures, weapons
employment, hot refuel, rearming, repairs and air to air refueling.
This checklist reflects the systems which are modeled and
functioning in the simulation. If a system is not modeled then
it is not checked or actioned in this checklist.
When a checklist continues on a following page, it will be noted at
the bottom of the page by continued.
TERMINOLOGY. Set. There is a setting of a switch or grouping
of switches pertinent to that phase of flight. As req'd. There is
more than one position for the switch or switches.
NORMAL CHECKLIST PHILOSOPHY. Checklists are used as
verification to ensure that certain critical steps have been
completed. This checklist is configured as a Do-list. In this method,
the checklist is used to lead and direct the pilot in configuring the
aircraft using a step-by-step, cook book approach.
SYMBOLS. The * symbol indicates steps mandatory for all flights,
including thru flights. Thru flights are flights where repairs, hot
pit refueling or rearming has been carried out or any flight where
the after landing checklist has been actioned.
SUMMARY OF CHANGES. See page 41 for a list of changes in this
revision.

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TABLE OF CONTENTS
COCKPIT CHECK....................................4
BEFORE START.......................................5
BEFORE TAXI.........................................6
TAKEOFF & APPROACH SPEEDS............8
TAXI......................................................9
BEFORE TAKEOFF..................................9
LINEUP CHECK......................................9
EDITING WEAPON PROFILES..............10
WEAPON PROFILE NOTES...................11
FENCE IN/OUT....................................12
GAU-8.................................................13
ROCKETS.............................................14
UNGUIDED BOMBS (CCIP) MAN.........15
UNGUIDED BOMBS (CCIP) CR.............16
UNGUIDED BOMBS (CCRP).................17
LASER GUIDED BOMBS.......................18
GBU-38 IAM.......................................19
AGM-65 MAVERICK............................20
AIR TO AIR WEAPONS.........................21
ILLUMINATION FLARES.......................22
CLEARING HUNG STORE.....................23
JTAC COORDINATES............................24
CREATING MARKPOINTS....................24
AIR REFUELING...................................25
REPAIRS..............................................26
HOT REFUEING...................................27
HOT REARMING.................................28
AFTER LANDING.................................29
SHUTDOWN.......................................30
CMSP DISPENSE PROGRAMS..............31
THREAT CHART....................................32
9-LINE BRIEFING.................................33
WEAPON Z-DIAGRAM CHARTS...........34
WEAPONS & CAPABILITIES CHART......35
AIRPORT DATA CHART.........................36
CROSS WIND CHART...........................37
MISSION DATA CARD..........................38

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COCKPIT CHECK
Throttles...................................OFF
Speed brake.................................set to center pos'n
Flap lever............................set to flap pos'n
APU................................................OFF
Engine operate switches....................................NORM
Engine fuel flow switches .................................NORM
EAC.........................................................................OFF
RDR ALTM...............................................................DIS
AC Gen L & R................................................PWR
Battery..............................................PWR
Inverter...........................................................STBY
Signal lights........................................................tested
Fire detection system.........................................tested
Fuel................................tested/qty check
Oxygen supply..........................................ON/tested
Boost pumps main..................................................ON
Boost pumps wing..................................................ON

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BEFORE START
APU.....................................START
NOTE: Monitor that APU EGT stabilizes between 400-450 c and APU
RPM at 100% before turning APU gen on (PWR).

APU Gen.............................................................PWR
CDU..........................................................................ON
EGI............................................................................ON
VHF/FM.................................TR/set
UHF.......................................MAIN/set
VHF/AM...........................................TR/set
Seat.....................................................................adjust
Request eng start........................ATC on VHF/AM (fwd)
Master exterior lights switch ........................cycled/aft
Position lights........................................FLASH
CAUTION: Attempting to start with ITT above 150 c will result in a
hot start.

Left engine.......................................start
Left eng instruments & hyd.......................check
Right engine.............................................start
Right eng instruments & hyd.............................check
NOTE: Transient ITT of up to 900C for no more than 12 seconds is
acceptable during start.

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BEFORE TAXI pg. 1/2

*Intercom selector....................................................VHF
*Flaps.......................................................cycle/MVR set
Speed Brakes........................................................check
Flight Controls......................................................check
Yaw & Pitch SAS........................................................ON
*T/O Trim..................................................pushed/green
*CMSP mode switch.................................................STBY
*CMSP subsystems (MWS/JMR/RWR)................as req'd
*CMSP PROG.....................................as req'd (see pg 31)
Wait until EGI INS alignment indicates complete by: T = 4.0. 0.8 on the CDU

CDU align page.................................................NAV LSK

*Nav mode select panel..............................EGI & STR PT
Steering bars.....................................................as req'd
IFFCC test switch...........................................TEST pos'n
JTRS...........................................................................ON
CICU..........................................................................ON
MFCD L & R...............................................................ON
Standby Attitude.................................................uncage
*G-Meter..................................................................reset
Altimeter...................................................................set
MFCD LOAD ALL OSB............................................select
*TGP switch.........................................................as req'd
Engage IFFCC preflight BIT test..............................enter
IFFCC switch (when BIT complete)...........................ON
*Stick master mode..........................................as req'd
Waypoint advance........MAN/AUTO (UFC FUNC 5 FPM)
CDU...........WP PAGE (UFC FUNC 3 WP>CDU OSB 7 WP)
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BEFORE TAXI pg. 2/2

ALT ALRT..............................................UFC set as req'd
*LMFCD.....................................................................TAD
*RMFCD...................................................................CDU
*Steerpoint switch.............................................FLT PLN
TAD FLT PLN...................confirm FLT PLN WP's loaded
WP...........................set as req'd (HUD SOI>DMS FWD)
TAD datalink network configuration................as req'd
SADL OWNSHIP ID...........................................as req'd
SADL GROUP ID...............................................as req'd
TAD flight member symbols.................confirm on TAD
Cursor slew rate....................................adjust as req'd
*DSMS wep profiles.......configured as per pages 10-11
*TGP laser code.........................................................set
*Latch on...........................................................as req'd
*MSL OSB missile control page............................EO ON
*LMFCD....................................................................TAD
*ILS...................................................................PWR/set
*TACAN.................................................................TR/set
*APU Gen...................................OFF/RESET
*APU.............................................OFF
EAC.......................................................................ARM
RDR ALTM.............................................................NRM
Ladder...............................................................stowed
*Takeoff speed....................................see chart on pg 8
Notes:

1. Cursor slew rate: STAT page 2 scroll to THRTL and adjust slew rate for cursors on TAD, TGP
and HUD. Use UFC for numerical values then hit SLEW OSB to enter the value.
2. The ALT ALRT on the UFC can be set for terrain avoidance when not actively engaging a
target, i.e. when the MRS/MRC aren't displayed or usable. It can also be used to avoid
known/suspected threat WEZ..(MRS/MRC are set via weapons profile.) To change ALT ALRT
select ALT ALRT on UFC and choose AGL, MSL or Ceiling alert as desired. Change value with UFC
DATA rocker. Fourth press of ALT ALRT button exits the function.

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TAKEOFF AND APPROACH SPEED CHARTS

DIRECTIONS FOR USE OF CHARTS:
Enter the appropriate chart in the left column at the desired flap configuration and proceed
right to the aircraft gross weight. (Data derived from T.O. 1A-10A-1-1)

VR/TAKEOFF SPEEDS KIAS

0

103/113

113/123

123/133

132/142

140/150

149/159

7 MVR

99/109

109/119

118/128

127/137

135/145

144/154

25000

30000

35000

40000

45000

50000

FLAPS VS GROSS WEIGHT LBS

Notes:

1) Normal takeoff is at flaps 7 (MVR).

2) Rotation speed (VR) is the airspeed at which the pilot initiates back (aft) stick
pressure to achieve a rotation rate that will result in a takeoff attitude of 10 at the
recommended takeoff speed (approximately 10 KIAS prior to takeoff speed).

APPROACH/TOUCHDOWN SPEEDS KIAS

0 S/E

145

150

155

160

165

170

120/110 130/120 140/130 150/140 160/150 170/160

20

110/100 120/110 130/120 140/130 150/140 160/150

20 min run

100

110

120

130

140

150

25000

30000

35000

40000

45000

50000

FLAPS VS GROSS WEIGHT LBS

Notes:

1) Subtract 10 kts from two eng approach speed to obtain touchdown speed.
(except for min run landing)
2) Single engine (S/E) final approach speed is maintained untill landing is assured.
3) For crosswind components in excess of 20 kts add 10 kts to approach and
landing speeds. (except S/E)

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TAXI
*NWS........................................................................ON
*Request taxi....................................ATC/VHF/AM (fwd)
*Taxi Light.................................................................ON
*Brakes.................................................................check
*Turn needle.........................................................check
*Flaps.....................................................................MVR
*Speed Brakes...................................................CLOSED
*Canopy.....................................CLOSED/light out
*Ejection seat.......................................ARMED
BEFORE TAKEOFF
*Position Lights.................................................STEADY
*Anti-Collision.....................................................FLASH
*Request T/O...................................ATC/VHF/AM (fwd)
*Landing light...........................................................ON
LINEUP CHECK
Flaps, lights, APU, anti-skid, seat & heat
*Flaps...................................................confirm at MVR
*Lights........................................................confirm ON
*APU..........................................................confirm OFF
*Anti-Skid.................................................................ON
*Seat....................................................confirm ARMED
*Heat (pitot).............................................................ON
*Engine runup.................................................90% core
*Eng instruments & caution lights....................checked
*Throttles................................................................max
*NWS..........................................................off at 50 kts

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WEAPON PROFILE SETTINGS:

DSMS - INV - Bomb Laser Code....................set as req'd
Release type..............................................select (OSB 6)
Fuze Type..................................................select (OSB 7)
Ripple quantity..........................................select (OSB 8)
Ripple Interval................................................set (OSB 9)
Release mode.....................................................as req'd
Auto-lase................................................as req'd (OSB 6)
Lase time.................................................12 sec (OSB17)
MIN ALT warning...........................................set in PROF
HOT (Height Over Target)...............(Flares)HOT (OSB 20)
Escape Manouver (SEM)..............................set (OSB 20)
CCIP CONSENT OPT........................5 MIL or 3/9 as req'd
SAVE new profile (OSB 3) & return to STAT page (OSB 1)
Configure TGP:
RMFCD - TGP ...........................select A-G mode (OSB 1)
LATCH ON/OFF....................................................as req'd
LSS (laser spot search)...........code set as req'd (OSB 17)
L (Laser designation code).....code set as req'd (OSB 18)
return to BEFORE TAXI checklist (pg 2/2)
Notes:

1. Fuze type: If a MK82AIR is selected, setting the fuze to NOSE will have the bomb drop
without the ballute deploying (low drag). If you select N/T or TAIL, the bomb will be dropped
as a high drag bomb with the ballute deploying.
2. Ripple interval has more to do with the weapons you are using than the target spread.
Suggested ripple intervals: Mk-82 = 75' Mk-84 = 150' CBU-87 = 500' CBU-97 = 600'.
3. To chng CBU HOF:DSMS >INV> select stn to adjust>CBU>choose CBU type>HOF OSB to cycle.
4. Adjust the DSMS MIN ALT setting as required in order to determine the appropriate MRS
(minimum range staple) for weapon release. To set min alt: DSMS>SEL desired stn>PROF>CHG
SET>enter desired min alt on scratch pad>MIN ALT OSB>SAVE OSB>STAT.
5. CCRP mode only uses 5 MIL mode (MAN and 3/9 modes not valid)
6. Latch on/off - When set to ON, selecting the NWS button once will fire the laser and second
press will discontinue it. When latch off, will only fire as long as nws button held.
7. Set the laser code that the laser will fire. If self-designating, you will want to make sure this
code matches the laser code set for the weapon in the DSMS Inventory Store page. (By default
both bomb and TGP will be set to code 1688) If buddy-lasing for another aircraft, this code will
need to match the code the other aircraft is searching for in Laser Spot Search (LSS) mode. To
set TGP laser code: select TGP>A-G >CNTL page> enter code on UFC > OSB 22 (L).
8. To set the laser code for the LGB store: select DSMS>INV>GBU-12>GBU>GBU-12>enter code
on UFC>OSB 7 (LSR CODE).

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EDITING WEAPON PROFILES NOTES:

1. Temporary change to stored profile: If you select weapons using the
MFCD OSB's on the main DSMS page an "M/" will be displayed in front of
the weapon profile name. This M/ indicates you are creating a temporary
manual profile that WILL BE LOST once you deselect that profile.
2. Edit stored profile: To edit and change a stored profile, ensure no
weapons are selected on the DSMS page. Press the PROF button (OSB 1) to
list stored DSMS profiles. The profile names are listed in the left column.
Select the profile you wish to edit by pressing OSB 19 and 20 (up/down
arrows). Press the VIEW PRO button (OSB 3) and edit the profile as desired.
When finished making changes to the profile, press SAVE (OSB 3). You have
now changed the stored profile and saved it to DSMS memory, while keeping
its original name.
3. Create new profile: This method involves editing a stored profile,
renaming and saving it as new. A new profile will be added to the list,
without changing or deleting the original profile. Ensure no weapons are
selected on the DSMS page. Press the PROF button (OSB 1). You will see a list
of stored profiles. Select the profile you want to edit by pressing OSB 19 and
20 (up/down arrows). Now press the VIEW PRO button (OSB 3) and edit the
profile as desired. (select RET to return to PROF MAIN page, if you were on
CHG SET page). Now create a name for your new profile by typing it into the
CDU scratchpad and then press []NEW (OSB 18). (or use the UFC by pressing
LTR and then typing in the new name on the UFC scratchpad and then
[]NEW.) Now save your new profile by pressing SAVE (OSB 3). You have now
stored the profile in DSMS memory and will see it has been added to the
profile list. When you select left or right DMS with the HUD as SOI, you will
see your profile in the cycle. You can store up to a total of 20 weapon profiles
in the DSMS.
4. Multiple profiles: based on attack type not just each weapon. Ie A profile
for Mk-82 20 low angle low drag delivery, another for Mk-82 medium alt
toss, another for Mk-82 45 high alt dive bomb. A profile for Mavericks and
one or two for rocket profiles.

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FENCE IN
TACAN/NAV......................................................as req'd
Fuel check............................................balance/BINGO
Ext Lights.......................................................OFF (mid)
CMSP switches (MWS/JMR/RWR)...........................ON
CMSP mode selector...........MAN/SEMI/AUTO as req'd
CMSP PROG......................................................as req'd
ECM PROG........................................................as req'd
Master arm..............................................................ON
GUN/PAC................................ARM/GUNARM as req'd
TGP...........................................................................ON
Laser arm.................................................................ON
DSMS................................................set as per briefing
AGM..........................................................MSL (OSB 2)
AGM EO......................................................confirm ON
AIM9 cool.............................MSL>OSB 19 (OFF) select
Contact JTAC.....................................................as req'd
FENCE OUT
Stick master mode.................................................NAV
TACAN..............................................................as req'd
Master arm...........................................................SAFE
GUN/PAC...............................................................SAFE
TGP..........................................................................OFF
Laser arm..............................................................SAFE
CMSP mode selector.............................................STBY
AGM EO..................................................................OFF
Ext Lights.....................................ON (aft)/STDY FLASH
Flight Check..............................................damage/fuel
Note :

Complete FENCE IN check prior to entering the combat area. In actual combat, most of the
items in the fence check should be done prior to or right after takeoff.

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GAU-8
Configure weapon:
GUN/PAC................................ARM/GUNARM as req'd
Set HUD as SOI...............................China Hat Up Short
MIN ALT...................set as req'd in IFFCC 30mm menu
Weapon Employment:
1) Stick master mode GUNS
2) Gunsight select as req`d DMS left short
3) Place pipper on target and pull trigger to PAC-1 to stabilize.
4) In range with pipper on target, pull trigger to PAC-2 to fire.

Notes:

1. Complete FENCE IN check prior to entering the combat area. (pg 12)
2. If GUN/PAC switch set to ARM, PAC will be engaged with the first stage of the trigger
and will attempt to keep pipper over target. Second stage of trigger will fire gun. If set to
GUNARM, PAC is disabled. Use GUNARM for strafing along length of a convoy.
3. CCIP gun reticle is default. To cycle to the other gunsights set HUD as SOI then press
DMS Left Short.
4. If CCIP INVALID message appears on HUD during a gun run, you have two
options a) Increase altitude above target altitude or min alt warning in IFFCC 30mm menu.
b) Switch to 4/8/12 gun reticle or 4000' wind corrected gun cross.
5. To set min alt in IFFCC 30mm menu: IFFCC switch to TEST> on HUD menu SEL
WEAPONS>ENTER>SEL 30MM>ENTER>SEL MIN ALT>SEL STORE>ENTER>SEL
EXIT>ENTER.IFFCC switch to ON.
6. GAU-8 gunsights, there are four available gunsights. The first is the default CCIP GUN
RETICLE and provides the most aiming info of the four. With CM ammo seected there will be
two pippers in the center of the reticle. The center most pipper is for armour piercing (AP)
rounds, the one to the lower right is for high explosive incendiary (HEI) rounds. If a min alt
other than 0 has been entered in the IFFCC 30MM menu, the min range cue indicator will be
displayed to the right of the reticle. The second sight is the CCIP GUN CROSS. Much like the
CCIP gun reticle, but more compact and removes the analog range bar and moving target
indices. Third sight is the 4/8/12 GUN RETICLE. When accurate target elevation is not
available, this reticle provides three pippers (from the top ) calibrated to 4000', 8000' and
12000' slant ranges. The fourth sight is the 4000' GUN CROSS. It provides a 4000' wind
corrected slant range solution.
7. To switch between the four available gunsights use DMS left short.

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ROCKETS
Weapon Employment:
1) Stick master mode CCIP
2) Set HUD as SOI
3) DMS left/right to select desired profile
4) Place the CCIP Rocket Reticle over target by manoeuvring the aircraft.
5) Within 2 nm of target, the range bar in the reticle starts to unwind.
6) At around 1 nm, press and hold pickle to launch rockets.

Notes:

1. Complete FENCE IN check prior to entering the combat area. (pg 12)
2. In Rocket sight mode (RKT indication on bottom of reticule), the HUD will display the
CCIP gun cross sight to follow a rocket attack with gun strafe.
3. Rocket time of flight indicated at top of HUD data block, bottom left corner of HUD.
4. To set min alt: DSMS>SEL desired stn>PROF>CHG SET>enter desired min alt via UFC scratch
pad>MIN ALT OSB>SAVE OSB>STAT.
5. When releasing a ripple of rockets, they will land centered around the pipper aim point.
6. DO NOT select weapons using the MFCD OSBs on the main DSMS page. Use either the DMS
(left/right short) with HUD as SOI, or select rocker on the UFC or the profile page on the DSMS
and the activate profile OSB.

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UNGUIDED BOMBS (CCIP) MAN REL

Weapon Employment:
1) Stick master mode CCIP
2) Set HUD as SOI
3) DMS left/right to select desired profile
4) Set the desired dive angle (10-45) with the TVV.
5) Make lateral corrections as req`d to put the PBIL on the target.
6) Allow Pipper to track upwards along the PBIL toward the target.
7) Pickle when the Pipper is on the target.

Notes:

1. Complete FENCE IN check prior to entering the combat area. (pg 12)
2. Adjust the DSMS MIN ALT setting as required in order to determine the appropriate
MRS (minimum range staple) for weapon release. To set MIN ALT: DSMS>SEL desired
stn>PROF>CHG SET>enter desired min alt on scratch pad>MIN ALT OSB>SAVE OSB>STAT.
3. DO NOT select weapons using the MFCD OSBs on the main DSMS page.
4. Enter ripple interval via UFC scratch pad.Left side of HUD shows countdown to first bomb
impact. Bombs will land centered around pipper aim point.
5. Fuze type: If a MK82AIR is selected, setting the fuze to NOSE will have the bomb drop
without the ballute deploying (low drag). If however you select N/T or TAIL, the bomb will be
dropped as a high drag bomb with the ballute deploying.
6. Ripple interval has more to do with the weapons you are using than the target spread. The
Mk-82 as an example, you're ripple spacing is 75ft. Because 75ft between each bomb is the
spacing at which the explosive yield of the Mk-82 produces the most damage. Any closer and
you are not making the most of the weapons capability, any further and you're spreading your
bombs too thin, and will be less effective as a result.Suggested ripple intervals: Mk-82 int = 75'
Mk-84 int = 150' CBU-87 int = 500' CBU-97 int = 600'. Ripple single for soft targets. Ripple pairs
for armoured targets.

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UNGUIDED BOMBS (CCIP) CR

Weapon Employment:
1) Stick master mode CCIP
2) Set HUD as SOI
3) DMS left/right to select desired profile
4) Set the the desired dive angle with the TVV.
5) Make lateral corrections to place dashed reticle and pipper on
target.
6) Press and HOLD the pickle button.
7) Make lateral corrections to place the PBIL on the Solution Cue
8) Maintain the dive angle, or make a gentle pull to "toss" the weapon.
9) The bomb(s) will come off as CCRP Aim Point flies through the
Pipper.
Notes:

1. Complete FENCE IN check prior to entering the combat area. (pg 12)
2. Adjust the DSMS MIN ALT setting as required in order to determine the appropriate
MRS (minimum range staple) for weapon release. To set MIN ALT: DSMS>SEL desired
stn>PROF>CHG SET>enter desired min alt on scratch pad>MIN ALT OSB>SAVE OSB>STAT.
3. DO NOT select weapons using the MFCD OSBs on the main DSMS page.
4. Enter ripple interval via UFC scratch pad.Left side of HUD shows countdown to first bomb
impact. Bombs will land centered around pipper aim point.
5. To set CCIP CR (consent to release) >IFFCC switch test>HUD menu> UFC DATA rocker cycles
CONSENT OPT: OFF, 5 MIL & 3/9>IFFCC switch back to ON.
6. Fuze type: If a MK82AIR is selected, setting the fuze to NOSE will have the bomb drop
without the ballute deploying (low drag). If however you select N/T or TAIL, the bomb will be
dropped as a high drag bomb with the ballute deploying.
7. GBU-10/12's and CBU-97 are not eligible for the 5 MIL release inhibit.

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UNGUIDED BOMBS (CCRP)

Weapon Employment:
1) Stick master mode CCRP
2) Set HUD as SOI
3) DMS left/right to select desired profile
4) Set desired target/location as SPI using one of the following
methods:
a) HUD TDC over target and press TMS Fwd Long
b) TGP cursor on target, laser on, press TMS Fwd Long, laser off
c) Lock target with Maverick and press TMS Fwd Long
d) Hook TAD object TMS FWD Short then make SPI with TMS
Fwd long
5) When the SPI has been set, the Azimuth Steering Line (ASL)
on the HUD will indicate heading to SPI (target).
6) Designated target SPI will have SPI locator line extending
from it to the TVV, or the TVV will have SPI locator line
extending to the target, depending on if the SPI target is within
the HUD field of view.
7) Manoeuvre the aircraft to align the IAM Reticle on the ASL.
8)The Release Cue will move from 12 oclock of the IAM Reticle
counter clockwise and when Release Cue is between the Max
and the Min Range Caret, MAN REL will appear in the In Range
Indication field.When In Range, HOLD DOWN the pickle button
to drop weapon. Do not tap pickle button or this could result in
a hung store.

Notes:

1. Complete FENCE IN check prior to entering the combat area. (pg 12)
2. DO NOT select weapons using the MFCD OSBs on the main DSMS page.
3. Hook means to select an object on the TAD. Valid objects to hook are: aircraft symbols,
steerpoint symbols, transmitted SPI symbols, bullseye symbols and, MARK symbols.
4. With SPI set, the Azimuth Steering Line (ASL) on the HUD will indicate heading to SPI (target).
5. Time to Release Numeric (TTRN) next to the Solution Cue on the ASL will indicate the time in
seconds until the weapon should be released.
6. When releasing a ripple of bombs, they will land centered around the pipper aim point.
7. CCRP mode only uses 5 MIL mode (MAN and 3/9 modes not valid)
8. Time to impact of first bomb displayed on left side of HUD once weapon away.
9. Abort on MRS.

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LASER GUIDED BOMBS (LGB)

Designate Target:
1) RMFCD select TGP > A/G OSB
2) RMFCD make SOI
3) China Hat Aft Long slave to SPI
4) Crosshair slew to target
5) TMS Fwd Short. Select AREA/POINT
6) DMS UP/DOWN zoom in/out
7) Laser on, create SPI (TMS Fwd Long), laser off

Weapon Employment:
1) Stick master mode CCRP
2) Set HUD as SOI
3) DMS left/right to select desired profile
4) Both the Azimuth Steering Line (ASL) and the SPI will indicate the proper
heading to reach the target.
5) Manoeuvre the aircraft to align the PBIL on top of the ASL.
6) As range to target decreases, Time To Release Numeric (TTRN) will appear
next to the Solution Cue and display time in seconds til bomb release.
7) When approx. 6 seconds from release, the ASL and Solution Cue will drop
down the HUD, then HOLD DOWN the pickle button till solution cue passes
through CCRP Bombing Reticle, the bomb(s) will then be released.
8) With the bomb(s) released, press the NWS button to fire the laser if
AUTO LASE is not set ON. If laser firing, the L on the left side of the HUD
will flash.

Notes:

1. Complete FENCE IN check prior to entering the combat area. (pg 12)
2. As the bomb guides to target, ensure that the targeting pod has an unobstructed line of
sight to the target. Avoid any masking of the target by the aircraft. Is there is masking, the M
indication will be visible on the HUD. A high altitude and keeping the targeting pod on the same
side as the target will reduced masking probability. Use the situational awareness cue on the
TGP display to monitor this.
3. To the left of the laser status indication is the countdown timer of bomb time to impact.
4. DO NOT select weapons using the MFCD OSBs on the main DSMS page.
5. Lase 8-10 seconds for static targets. longer (ie 12 sec) for moving targets.

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JDAM GBU-38 (Designation via TGP)

LMFCD DSMS............................select desired station
TGP.............................................RMFCD make TGP SOI
Slew TGP to WP...............................china hat fwd long
Zoom TGP......................................china hat fwd short
Slew TGP........................................onto desired target
Laser..............................................................on (NWS)
Create SPI..............................................TMS Fwd Long
Laser..............................................................off (NWS)
Master mode switch...................................set to CCRP
JDAM (IAM) GBU-38
(Designation via mission planner and WP over known fixed target)
Set the steerpoint as SPI...........................TMS aft long
DSMS......................................................select GBU-38
Master mode switch...................................set to CCRP
Weapon Employment:
1) When the SPI has been set, the Azimuth Steering Line (ASL) on the
HUD will indicate heading to the SPI (target).
2) Designated target SPI will have a SPI locator line extending from it to
the TVV, or the TVV will have a SPI locator line extending to the target,
depending if the target is within the HUD field of view.
3) Manoeuvre the aircraft to align the IAM reticule on the ASL.
4) The release cue will move from the 12 o`clock of the IAM reticule
counter clockwise. When the release cue is between the Max and Min
range caret, MAN REL will appear in the range indication field.
5) When in range, HOLD down the pickle button to drop the weapon. DO
NOT tap the weapon release button as this can cause a hung store.
Notes:

1. Complete FENCE IN check prior to entering the combat area. (pg 12)
2. Fly straight and level towards long line.
3. Method 2 good for attacking target with known coordinates through an overcast cloud
layer. WP must be placed over target in mission editor.
4. DO NOT select weapons using the MFCD OSBs on the main DSMS page.

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AGM-65 MAVERICK
LMFCD...................................................set to TGP>A-G
RMFCD.........................................................set to MAV
Swap MFCD's..............................coolie hat down short
TGP..............................................RMFCD make TGP SOI
Slew TGP to WP................................china hat fwd long
Zoom TGP.......................................china hat fwd short
Slew TGP.........................................onto desired target
TGP to Point Mode...................................TMS up short
Laser on, create SPI (TMS Fwd Long), laser off
Weapon Employment:
1) Set HUD as SOI
2) DMS left/right to select desired profile
3) Set MAV as SOI on LMFCD.
4) Slew MAV to SPI with china hat fwd long
5) Zoom view as desired with china hat fwd short
6) Lock MAV to target with TMS fwd short. (locked if crosshair flashing)
7) Keep hitting TMS fwd short until a vaild lock is achieved.
8) When lock is achieved, press pickle button to launch MAV. Call Rifle.
9) If more targets in same SPI area, repeat steps 4-9.

Notes:

1. Complete FENCE IN check prior to entering the combat area. (pg 12)
2. Lock on indicated by cross hair slightly vibrating.
3. It may take several attempts to lock Maverick even within range.
4. Switch to TGP as SOI and repeat above steps for next target.
5. If there are other targets nearby you can return to SPI by pressing china hat forward long
and then slew the sensor onto a nearby target. It should snap onto them. I
6. TGP should be loaded on the right wing (stn 10), TGP should be displayed on RMFCD, MAV
on LMFCD. This is why we swap MFCD's. Orbit to the right, towards the TGP.
8. To switch MAV seeker to boresight, china hat aft short. Then use MAV or HUD as SOI and
slew MAV seeker as desired.
9. Ground stabilize MAV with TMS down short. (this will also break a bad MAV lock)
Space stabilize MAV with TMS left long.
10. DO NOT select weapons using the MFCD OSBs on the main DSMS page.

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AIR TO AIR WEAPONS

Gun Use
Master mode control..........A2A mode (press and hold)
HUD as SOI...............................................Coolie Hat UP
Cycle AAS options......................DMS left or right short

Weapon Employment:
Place target wingtips in funnel & squeeze trigger to fire.

AIM-9
To lock the seeker on to a target, you have several options:
a) Boresight: Uncage seeker with china hat fwd short
b) Target set as SPI, Slave all to SPI with China Hat Fwd Long
c) Initiate a seeker conical scan with TMS Fwd Short

Weapon Employment:

1) Lock seeker to target.

2) When good tone, press and hold pickle button.
Notes:

1. Complete FENCE IN check prior to entering the combat area. (pg 12)
2. When the missile has acquired a target, the tone changes to a higher pitched 'growl'. The
pitch will vary according to the quality of the IR lock.
3. Boresight mode: (default) Seeker fixed to boresight line. When attacking a target in
boresight mode, uncage seeker prior to launch to confirm seeker has a good lock. Seeker will
track if IR intensity is strong enough; otherwise seeker will start to drift and will need to be
recaged. Manoeuvre aircraft to place reticle over target for a valid lock prior to launch.
4. Uncaged mode: Seeker no longer bound to boresight line and floating around the scan zone.
5. Conical scan mode: Seeker performs a conical scan pattern around boresight line to cover a
greater volume of airspace ahead of aircraft.
6. HOTAS commands, Track =TMS fwd , Break Lock =TMS aft , Missile Reject =China Hat aft ,
Uncage Seeker = China Hat fwd.

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ILLUMINATION FLARES
Weapon Employment:
1) Stick master mode CCRP
2) Set HUD as SOI
3) DMS left/right to select desired profile
4) Set desired target/location as SPI using one of the following methods:
a) HUD TDC over target and press TMS Fwd Long
b) TGP cursor on target, laser on, press TMS Fwd Long, laser off
c) Lock target with Maverick and press TMS Fwd Long
d) Hook TAD object TMS FWD Short then make SPI with TMS Fwd long

Flare Employment:
1) Stick master mode CCRP
2) Set HUD as SOI
3) DMS left/right to select desired profile
1. At 6 seconds on the TTRN, the Solution Cue will start fall down the ASL.
2. Manoeuvre so that the Solution Cue falls through the CCRP pipper.
3. When Solution Cue falls through the CCRP pipper, press the pickle button.

Notes:

1. Complete FENCE IN check prior to entering the combat area. (pg 12)
2. Hook means to select an object on the TAD.
3. In order to "hook" an object, there must be one there in the first place! Valid objects to hook
are: aircraft symbols, steerpoint symbols, transmitted SPI symbols (mini wedding cakes),
bullseye symbols and, MARK symbols.
4. With SPI set, the Azimuth Steering Line (ASL) on the HUD will indicate heading to SPI (target).
5. Time to Release Numeric (TTRN) next to the Solution Cue on the ASL will indicate the time in
seconds until the weapon should be released.
6. Unlike bombing CCRP, you must manually press the weapon release button and not simply
hold it down for automatic release when solution is achieved.
7. DO NOT select weapons using the MFCD OSBs on the main DSMS page.

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CLEARING HUNG STORE

Flight conditions................................Level flight/AP On
Wep station/class/type........note on MFCD DSMS page
INV page...................................................select (OSB 5)
Hung station OSB..................................................select
Weapon class........................................................select
Weapon type.........................................................select
LOAD station.............................................select (OSB 9)
STAT page..................................................select (OSB 1)
On DSMS main page.......................select STAT (OSB 12)
Up/Down arrows.................scroll to hung station store
POWER OSB......................................cycle OFF then ON
OSB 12 Press/Hold til..............DISPLAY PROGRAM page
LOAD OSB..............................................................select
OSB 12................................select to designate as LOAD
OSB 12..............select again to access DTS Upload page
LOAD ALL OSB 10..................select to reload DTS (dots)
DSMS OSB............select & check hung stn is now green
Note:

1. Hung store indicated oby red DSMS station.

2. HOLD DOWN the pickle button to drop weapon.
3. In order to avoid getting a hung store remember to press and hold the pickle until you hear
or see that the store is released. Do not tap pickle button as this can result in a hung store.
4.The length of time pressing and holding the weapon release button is generally for 2-3
seconds.

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JTAC DATA
Method 1 (manually enter JTAC coordinates in CDU)
CDU.........................................................WAYPT MODE
OSB 9?..........................................................make WPT
WP name..........................................................entered
OSB 7............................................................save name
OSB 10....................................................switch to UTM
Grid check.....................................................37T or 38T
Coordinates...............................................enter in CDU
OSB 16............................................................save WPT
STEER PT dial...................................................MISSION
TGP slave all to SPI...........................china hat fwd long
Method 2 (hook JTAC target data red triangle on TAD)
Make TAD SOI..........................................coolie hat left
Cursor....................slew onto JTAC target (red triangle)
Hook JTAC target....................................TMS fwd Short
Make hooked JTAC target SPI..................TMS fwd Long
Slave all to SPI..................................China hat fwd long
CAS 9-LINE BRIEFING..............proceed to card (pg 33)
CREATING OVERHEAD MARKPOINTS:
CDU MK (Mark Point) button................................press
or
CREATING DESIGNATED MARKPOINT:
HUD TDC, TAD, TGP or MAV seeker.......TMS right short
Notes:

1. With either overhead or designated markpoints set STEER PT dial MARK

2. CDU +- rocker to cycle mark points
3. To delete markpoints: TAD as SOI> Slew TAD cursor over map object (markpoints, red
triangles etc.)>TMS up short to hook>Press OSB 17 on the TAD.
4. 25 markpoints available. If all used first will be overwritten.
5. To clear JTAC data target red triangle from TAD, use CNC (OSB 7). CNC = CaNCel

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AIR REFUELING (AR)

Contact tanker VHF/AM.....................request refueling
TACAN............................................REC/tanker freq set
Master arm............................................................SAFE
GUN/PAC................................................................SAFE
TGP...........................................................................OFF
Laser arm...............................................................SAFE
DSMS status page................................deselect all stns
PRECONTACT:
CMSP mode switch................................................STBY
RCVR LT.............................................................as req'd
Exterior lights...................................................as req'd
Air refuel control lever.................open/READY light on
Contact tanker..................request contact on VHF/AM
CONTACT:
Air refuel status lights.....................................LATCHED
Fuel flow............................................confirm on gauge
DISCONNECT:
Refuel/reset...........................press/hold (NWS button)
Air refuel status lights...............................DISCONNECT
POST AIR REFUELING:
Air refuel control lever......................................CLOSED
Fuel quantity....................................................checked
RCVR LT....................................................................OFF
Exterior lights....................................................as req'd
Notes:

1. For another contact press refuel/reset button (NWS) confirm READY light on.
2. Precontact position is 1 nm behind tanker, in trail.
3.Ready light will stay illuminated 3 minutes after refuel control lever closed
4. When air refuel contact lever is open the EAC is disabled and autopilot will not work.

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REPAIRS
HOT PIT:
AFTER LANDING checks.......complete checklist (pg 29)
NWS..........................................................................OFF
APU generator/APU..................................................OFF
DSMS status page.................................deselect all stns
Intercom control rotary selector...............................INT
Contact ground crew..................request ground power
Engines..........................................................shut down
(Wait for Repairs to be completed. When repaired continue checklist below)

Request eng start........................ATC on VHF/AM (fwd)

Left engine...........................................start
Left eng instruments & hyd........................check
Right engine..............................................start
Right eng instruments & hyd..............................check
Contact ground crew.............ground power disconnect
REARMING.........................proceed to checklist (pg 28)
or
REFUELING.........................proceed to checklist (pg 27)
or
Takeoff without rearm/refuel, go to checklist below:
BEFORE TAXI (* items).........proceed to checklist (pg 6)
Notes:

1. The airfield must belong to your coalition for it to rearm, refuel, repair. If unsure use F11
and check bottom left colour block. blue=friendly, grey=neutral, red=enemy.
2. Ask for ground power to keep CDU and other flight computers online during the time your
engines are not providing electricity. (Going from APU power will cause some systems to reset)
3. Wait approximately 3 minutes for repairs to commence.
4. All panels will open, the jet goes up on invisible jacks, and repairs commence. Once the jet is
lowered back to the ground, all panels close, and you are ready to rearm/refuel as req'd.
5. Engine ITT has to be at 150c or lower to start. Motor your engines till ITT less than 150c.

6. If proceeding to the before taxi checklist, complete only items preceded by a *

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HOT REFUELING
HOT PIT:
AFTER LANDING checks.......complete checklist (pg 29)
NWS..........................................................................OFF
APU generator/APU..................................................OFF
DSMS status page.................................deselect all stns
Canopy...........................................................as desired
Fuel display selector..............................................MAIN
Intercom control rotary selector...............................INT
Contact ground crew...........................request fuel load
When refueling complete:
Fuel display.........................................confirm fuel load
REARMING.........................proceed to checklist (pg 28)
Takeoff without rearm continue to checklist below:
BEFORE TAXI (* items).........proceed to checklist (pg 5)
Notes:

1.Do not turn on TGP until clear of hot pit area.

2. The airfield must belong to your coalition for it to rearm, refuel, repair. If unsure use F11
and check bottom left colour block. blue=friendly, grey=neutral, red=enemy.
3. If proceeding to the before taxi checklist, complete only items preceded by a *

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HOT REARM
HOT PIT:
AFTER LANDING checks.......complete checklist (pg 29)
NWS..........................................................................OFF
APU generator/APU..................................................OFF
DSMS status page.................................deselect all stns
Canopy...........................................................as desired
Intercom control rotary selector...............................INT
Contact ground crew...............request desired payload
When rearming complete:
DSMS..............................update per new load as below
OSB 12 Press/Hold til..............DISPLAY PROGRAM page
LOAD OSB..............................................................select
OSB 12................................select to designate as LOAD
OSB12 ..............select again to access DTS Upload page
LOAD DSMS OSB 18.....................select to reload DSMS
REFUELING.........................proceed to checklist (pg 27)
or
Takeoff without refueling continue checklist below:
BEFORE TAXI (* items).........proceed to checklist (pg 5)
Notes:

1. Do not turn on TGP until clear of hot pit area.

2. The airfield must belong to your coalition for it to rearm, refuel, repair. If unsure
use F11 & check bottom left colour block. blue=friendly, grey=neutral, red=enemy.
3. If proceeding to the before taxi checklist, complete only items preceded by a *

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AFTER LANDING
Speed brakes.......................................................closed
Flaps..........................................................................UP
Anti-skid switch.......................................................OFF
Landing/taxi light.........................................as required
TGP...........................................................................OFF
Ejection seat ground safety lever...........................SAFE
Canopy...........................................................as desired
CMSP MODE switch...............................................STBY
CMSP system switches.............................................OFF
CMSP........................................................................OFF
Pitot heat.................................................................OFF
Position lights......................................................FLASH
Anti-collision lights..................................................OFF

REPAIRS..............................proceed to checklist (pg 26)

or
REARMING.........................proceed to checklist (pg 28)
or
REFUELING.........................proceed to checklist (pg 27)
or
SHUTDOWN.......................proceed to checklist (pg 30)

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SHUTDOWN
Landing/taxi light.....................................................OFF
NWS.........................................................................OFF
Standby attitude indicator......................................cage
MASTER armament switch.....................................SAFE
GUN/PAC armament switch...................................SAFE
LASER armament switch........................................SAFE
TGP...........................................................................OFF
CICU.........................................................................OFF
JTRS..........................................................................OFF
IFFCC switch.............................................................OFF
MFCD (L/R)...............................................................OFF
EGI switch.................................................................OFF
CDU switch...............................................................OFF
(After 5 minutes at idle. Taxi time may be included if core rpm < 80%)

Left throttle..............................................................OFF
Right throttle............................................................OFF
Canopy..................................................................OPEN
Inverter switch.........................................................OFF
Battery switch..........................................................OFF
Boarding ladder...................................................deploy

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CMSP DISPENSE PROGRAMS

PROG

CHAFF

FLARE

INTERVAL

CYCLE

THREAT

1 sec

10

RDR

0.5 sec

10

RDR

1 sec

10

IR

1 sec

10

RDR/IR

0.5 sec

10

RDR/IR

1 sec

10

RDR/IR

0.5 sec

10

RDR/IR

1 sec

RDR

1 sec

RDR

1 sec

IR

1 sec

IR

1 sec

20

RDR

1 sec

20

IR

2.25 sec

RDR/IR

Return to BEFORE TAXI checks (pg 6)

Notes:
There are six general types of dispense programs:
1. Mix of chaff and flares released in a fast interval to defend against an incoming missile of unknown type
(infrared or radar guided). (i.e. PROG E)
2. Mix of chaff and flares released at a low interval over a long period of time. When entering a target area,
you may wish to activate such a program to act as a preventative measure against both infrared and radar
guided air defence systems. (i.e. PROG F)
3. Chaff-only released at a fast interval. Use this program to defend against an incoming radar guided air
defense system. (i.e. PROG B)
4. Chaff-only released at a low interval over a long period. When entering a target area, you may wish to
use such a program to act as preventative measure against radar guided air defense systems. (i.e. PROG L)
5. Flares-only released at a fast interval. Use this program to defend against an incoming infrared guided
missile system. (i.e. manually program 1 flare, every .50 sec, x20).
6. Flares-only released at a low interval over a long period. When entering a target area, you may wish to
use such a program to act as preventative measure against infrared guided missile systems. (i.e. PROG M)
Modifying a CMSP program. Use the NXT rocker to select which of the 26 available PROG's you want to
modify. (PROG's O-Z are all identical so it is best to only manually program these slotsl). Now right click DISP
switch to go to menu, use SET buttons to select value, use NXT rocker to adjust selected value, when finished
push RTN button to save the modified program and left click DISP switch x2 to exit menu.

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RWR THREAT CHART

RWR
SYMBOL

WEAPON NAME

GUIDANCE

ENGAGEMENT ENGAGEMENT
MAX RANGE
MAX ALT

ECM
PROG

--

ZU-23

OPT

1.0nm

6500'

--

--

SA-18 IGLA

IR

2.5nm

7000'

--

--

SA-9 STRELA-1

IR

6.5nm

11000'

--

--

SA-13 STRELA-10

IR

2.7nm

15000'

--

ZSU-23 SHILKA

RADAR

1.5nm

6500'

AAA

S6

SA-19 TUNGUSKA

RADAR

4.0nm

16000'

SAM2

03

SA-3 GOA

RADAR

8.5nm

59000'

SAM1

06

SA-6 KUB

RADAR

13.0nm

33000'

SAM1

08

SA-8 OSA

RADAR

5.0nm

21000'

SAM1

10

SA-10 S-300
TRACKING RADAR

RADAR

32.0nm

98000'

SAM2

BB

SA-10 S-300
SEARCH RADAR

SEARCH

32.0nm

98000'

SAM2

11

SA-11/17 BUK

RADAR

19.0nm

73000'

SAM2

15

SA-15 TOR

RADAR

6.5nm

26000'

SAM2

50

A-50U

RADAR

--

--

AIR

23

Mig-23

RADAR

--

--

AIR

25

Mig-25

RADAR

--

--

AIR

29

Mig-29

RADAR

--

--

AIR

29

Su-27

RADAR

--

--

AIR

29

Su-33

RADAR

--

--

AIR

29

Su-30

RADAR

--

--

AIR

29

Su-34

RADAR

--

--

AIR

Notes: 1)Max engagement range/alt tested using player controlled A-10C. (exceptions were the SA-3, SA-10,
SA-11 as these weapons reach well beyond the ceiling of the A-10C).
2)Plan flight to stay outside or above the engagement envelope of the threat weapon.
3) For an IR only threat such as the SA-18 IGLA consider manually programming a flares-only, fast release
program.

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CAS 9-LINE BRIEFING

1. IP:______________________________________
2. Heading:_________________________________
Offset:___________________________________
3. Distance: (IP to Target in NM)_________________
4. Target Elevation (in Feet/MSL)________________
5 Target Description: _________________________
6 Target Location:____________________________
(Lat/Long, Grid, Offset or Visual)
7. Target Mark:______________________________
(WP, Laser, IR, Beacon)
Code: (actual Code)_________________________
8. Location of Friendlies:_______________________
Position Marked By:_________________________
9 Egress:____________________________________
REMARKS:

JTAC COORDINATES.....................return to checklist (pg 24)

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WEAPON PROFILE Z-DIAGRAM CHARTS

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WEAPONS & CAPABILITIES GUIDE

GUIDANCE

TARGETS

NOTES

30 mm CM (GAU-8 )

NAME

N/A

Soft skinned up to armour

Combat mix of 1 HEI every 5 AP

30 mm HEI (GAU-8)

N/A

Soft skinned

High explosive incendiary

Mk1 (training rocket)

N/A

Training only

Inert warhead practice round

MK5 (Rocket)

N/A

Armour

High explosive anti-tank round

MK61 (training rocket)

N/A

Training only

Inert warhead practice round

M151 (Rocket)

N/A

Personnel

Anti-personnel fragmentation

M156 ( WP rocket)

N/A

Target marking

White phosphorus smoke

M274 (training rocket)

N/A

Training only

Training smoke marker

M257 (Illumination rocket)

N/A

Battlefield illumination

Para-flare warhead, 100 sec burn

Mk-82 (unguided bomb)

N/A

Unarmored & lightly

armored targets

LDGP 500 lb. Mount on TER or SER

Mk-82AIR (unguided bomb)

N/A

Unarmored & lightly

armored targets

500 lb. ballute high or low drag

Mount on TER or SER racks

Mk-84 (unguided bomb)

N/A

Armored targets

2000 lb. SER only

CBU-87 (cluster bomb)

N/A

Anti-Armour/personnel

950 lb All purpose cluster bomb

CBU-97 (cluster bomb)

N/A

Armour

1000 lb. 40 IR sensor skeets

BDU-50LD & HD (training bomb)

N/A

Training only

Inert version of Mk-82LD & HD

BDU-33 (training bomb)

N/A

Training only

Inert. Mimics Mk-82 ballistics

LUU-2 (paraflare)

N/A

Battlefield illumination

Visible spectrum, 4.5 min burn

8 LUU-2 per Suu-25 dispenser

GBU-10 (guided bomb)

Laser (LGB)

Mobile hard, fixed soft,

fixed hard

2500 lb, LGB version of Mk-84. SER

only

GBU-12 (guided bomb)

Laser (LGB)

Mobile hard, fixed soft,

fixed hard, armour

600 lb, LGB version of Mk-82 SER or

TER capable

GBU-38 (guided bomb)

GPS (JDAM)

High priority fixed

Day/night, all weather, fire & forget

version of Mk-82.

GBU-31 (guided bomb)

GPS (JDAM)

High priority fixed

Day/night, all weather, fire & forget

version of Mk-84.

CBU-103 (guided cluster bomb)

Inertial Nav

As per CBU-87

CBU-87 with WCMD via INS

CBU-105 (guided cluster bomb)

Inertial Nav

As per CBU-97

CBU-97 with WCMD via INS

AGM-65D (guided missile)

IIR seeker

Armour, air defence,

fortified

Day/night/all weather, 125 lb shaped

charge warhead.

AGM-65G (guided missile)

IIR seeker

Hardened tactical

Day/night/all weather 300 lb blast

penetrator fragmentation

AGM-65H (guided missile)

EO CCD TV
seeker

Armour, air defence,

fortified

Day/good weather, 125 lb shaped

charge warhead

AGM-65K (guided missile)

EO CCD TV
seeker

Large Hardened

Day/good weather. 300 lb blast

penetrator fragmentation

As per AGM65D/G/H/K

Training only

Inert training versions of the AGM65D/G/H/K

IIR seeker

Aircraft/Helo's

Mounted on dual rail

TGM-65D/G/H & CATM-65K

AIM-9M (guided missile)

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AIRPORT DATA
AIRPORT

ELEV

RUNWAY LENGTH TACAN CH

ILS

TOWER FRQ

Gudauta

82'

15/33

8200'

--

--

130.00

Soganlug

1469'

13/31

7800'

--

--

139.00

Vaziani

1492'

14/32

8200'

22X

108.75

140.00

Kobuleti

59'

07/25

7800'

57X

RWY 07-111.5

133.00

Kopitnari

148'

08/26

8200'

44X

RWY 08-109.5

134.00

Senaki

39'

09/27

7800'

31X

RWY 09-108.7

132.00

Batumi

36'

13/31

7800'

16X

RWY 13-110.3

131.00

Sukhumi

39'

12/30

8200'

--

--

129.00

Tbilisi Lochini

1528'

13/31

9800'

--

RWY 13-110.3
RWY 31-108.9

138.00

Anapa

148'

04/22

9500'

--

--

121.00

Gelendzhik

82'

04/22

5900'

--

--

126.00

Maykop

590'

04/22

10500'

--

--

125.00

Krasnodar
Center

98'

09/27

8200'

--

--

122.00

Krasnodar
Pashkovsky

112'

05/23

10100'

--

--

128.00

Novorossiysk

131'

04/22

5800'

--

--

123.00

Krymsk

66'

04/22

8500'

--

--

124.00

Mineralnye Vody

1050'

12/30

12700'

--

RWY 12-111.7
RWY 30-109.3

135.00

Nalchik

1410'

06/24

7500'

--

RWY 24-110.5

136.00

Beslan

1771'

10/28

9800'

--

RWY 10-110.5

141.00

Sochi Adler

98'

06/24

10100'

--

RWY 06-111.1

127.00

Mozdok

499'

08/26

10100'

--

--

137.00

Nellis

1870'

03L/21R
03R/21L

10100'
10000'

--

--

--

Reserved
Reserved
Reserved

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CROSSWIND CHART

DCS A-10C CROSSWIND LIMITS (Maximum)

Dual hydraulic system operating

35 knots

Single hydraulic system operating

30 knots

Manual reversion (two engines)

20 knots

Manual reversion (single engine)

10 knots (only if ejection not possible)

Formation take-off & landing

15 knots (steady or gust)

External fuel tanks

25 knots

X-wind greater than 20 knots

Add 10 knots to approach and landing

speeds (unless single engine)

Example: Runway in use is rwy 27, winds are 315 at 20 kts. The winds are 45 degrees off the runway
heading. (315 minus 270 = 45) Enter chart at 45 and follow it down until it intersects the 20 kt arc. Where it
intersects drop straight down to read the crosswind component of approx. 14 knots. To convert m/s to kts
multiply m/s x 1.9438444.

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MISSION DATA CARD

CALLSIGN

FLT 1/

OWNID

GROUPID

CM
1

HEI

TASK

TP

FUEL WT Lbs

T/O WT Lbs

WEAPONS WT Lbs
WEAPONS LOADOUT (STNS L-R)

VR

CHAFF
8

ECM

FLARES
10

11

TGP

AIM-9
x2

PRI TARGET

STP

WEAPON

DELIVERY THREATS CM/ECM PROG

MIN SAFE ALT

SEC TARGET

STP

WEAPON

DELIVERY THREATS CM/ECM PROG

MIN SAFE ALT

BINGO FUEL

TANKER CS

TANKER TCN

TANKER FRQ

TANKER ALT

T/O FIELD

TWR FRQ

STP

TCN

ILS/RWY

RWY LENGTH

WX

LAND FIELD

TWR FRQ

STP

TCN

ILS/RWY

RWY LENGTH

WX

DIVERT FIELD

TWR FRQ

STP

TCN

ILS/RWY

RWY LENGTH

WX

TGP LASER CODE

LASER SS CODE

GBU LASER CODE

BULLSEYE

AWACS (CS/FRQ)

SEAD (CS/FRQ

CAP/ESCORT (CS/FRQ)

JTAC (CS/FRQ)

NOTES

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PILOT NOTES:

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Author Notes and Acknowledgments

Originally a rough collection of notes and tips gleaned from the manuals, forums, training
guides, video's and checklists for my own personal use. I've tidied it up a bit and am putting it
out for anyone who would like to use it for non-commercial use.
Reasons for this checklist/QRH (Quick Reference Handbook)...
1) I wanted a checklist that was formatted to more closely resemble the checklists used in my
flt ops dept.
2) I've gone through the lessons and used many of the superb community based training
guides and checklists. I'm getting comfortable with the location of the various switches and
controls in the virtual A-10C, and as such wanted a checklist that reflected this and was
presented in a more abbreviated format.
3) The checklist should be in a format that works equally well as both a printed and electronic
document. Designed to fit in standard plastic approach plate protectors 5.5x8.5 (ie the ASA 7Ring Approach Plate Sheet Protectors), this PDF also works very well on the IPAD being fully
indexed with hyperlinks and return to index link on each page.
4) I am not able to fly the sim every day, so it was important that the checklist would guide
me (acting as a refresher) and help me to take a cold jet through to takeoff, fence in/out
checks, after landing and shutdown checks. After landing if you need repairs, refuel or rearm
you stay in the checklist and it will flow you all the way back to take-off. As well the checklist
would incorporate quick reference guides for weapons employment, air refueling, hot pit
rearming, refueling and repairs.
5) The checklist includes items on TM Warthog HOTAS to ensure it is properly configured prior
to start.
I can not take credit for all of the information in this document. My contribution is to a certain
degree, the assembling and reformatting information it into a single document.
This checklist would not be possible without the invaluable help found on the DCS and SimHQ
forums, as well as the training documents and checklists created by the community. With this
in mind I would like to thank the following in particular: BlueRidgeDx, Derelor, EinsteinEP,
James Eddie Knight, MemphisBelle, nemises, paulrkii, shu77, toby23, War Hawks, WarriorX.
Special thanks to the teams at Eagle Dynamics and Digital Combat Simulator, for an amazing
simulation.
Any errors in the document are mine.
Cheers
Lobo

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SUMMARY OF CHANGES
Revision # 8a
Original public release version.
Revision # 8b
Page #

Remarks

Note added regarding the summary of changes page

Index renamed TABLE OF CONTENTS

Return to Index hyperlink on each page renamed Return to TOC

TOC updated with pages added for crosswind and weapon capabilities

Error in EGI INS alignment note corrected

Spelling error of CICU corrected

32

Corrected errors showing SA-9 and SA-13 displaying RWR symbols.

32

Changed color and order of RWR threats. Grouped based on guidance

35

Added weapons & capability guide for the A-10C

37

Added crosswind chart & max limits for A-10 under various conditions

41

Added summary of changes page

35-41

Pages reordered & renumbered

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