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DCS 2.5.2.20601 Update 9

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Several modules migrated to a keyless DRM system, including Nevada and Normandy. Numerous bug fixes were implemented, such as correcting fighter drift from carriers and improving various aircraft functionalities. New Instant Action missions were added for the Persian Gulf map, enhancing gameplay options.

The next modules was migrated to new keyless DRM copy protection system.
  • Nevada
  • Normandy
  • WWII Asset Pack
  • Spitfire
  • Su-33
  • AJS-37 Viggen
  • Mirage-2000


DCS World
  • Added South Africa (ME, logbook)
  • Don't work pre-planned failures on some planes - fixed.
  • Fighters taking off from CV drift to the right - fixed.
  • VR. The problem with second mission launch on ATI video cards fixed.
  • Fixed Error appears when you try to add a input key commands after switching between different modules.
  • DCS won't start after cleaning list of coalitions - fixed.
  • P-51D added to China.
  • F-14A added to Iran.
  • Added units to Oman and UAE.
  • Added to Iran missed earlier SA-10 CP 54K6.

DCS F/A-18C Hornet
  • Eliminated slides on deck.
  • Added AIM-9X Air-to-Air missile.
  • Added indication and sounds for EW.
  • Added FLOOD mode for AIM-7.
  • Added max target aspect cue на DDI (Radar format)
  • TOF issues for AIM-7/120 fixed.

DCS AJS 37 Viggen by Heatblur Simulations
  • Exterior mirrors now reflect the environment
  • Fixed various clipping and shine-through issues in exterior (esp. Cockpit)
  • Sculpted new normal map for exhaust nozzle and area
  • Sculpted new normal map for exterior exhaust shell
  • Added RoughMet textures for the exhaust shell
  • Added static turbine texture for better deep engine detail
  • Metal elements on wings now have appropriate material definitions
  • SPA-mode: Fix of adding more than 9 MALs should reset count + manually entered MALs shouldn’t be overwritten.
  • SPA-mode: Info about fix (target heading and speed) wasnt displayed after a SKU-fix was taken and then it was also immediately overwritten in AKTPOS.
  • Other various fixes to SPA-mode
  • Bombing: Added bomb-rate "catch-up" on first bomb impulses: improves bombing accuracy
  • Bombing: DYK/dive bombing mode changed so release is begun at later time making the sight more centered in view and easier to use
  • Custom cartridges: Automatically generated mission plans improved with additional info in kneeboard
  • Custom cartridges: ability to automatically generate mission for MÅL and SKU targets by landing and setting master mode BER.
  • Custom cartridges: for dynamically generated cartridges the time-on-target can be changed with key command.
  • Other custom cartridge fixes
  • Added Quick Missions for Persian Gulf Map.
  • Changes to AI RB-04E definitions. AI now fire RB-04 and break away.
  • Updated RB04 / RB15 Warhead
  • Tweaked RB04E motor burntime..

DCS Yak-52
  • 3 blade propeller skin corrected.
  • Animation of priming plunger corrected.
  • Throttles visuals sync in both cockpits.
  • The flaps control is available for solo flight.
  • Fixed ARK-15M control light not showing status upon mission start.
  • Changed ejection order so that trainee ejects first.
  • Added Bare Metal skin for all countries.
  • Maximum nose wheel deflection angle corrected.
  • The setup radio frequency in the ME will be shown on the cockpit radio correctly.
  • Set trim analog axis to be bi-directional.
  • Added a properly sized oil cooler.
  • Implemented hide stick option.
  • Major improvement of input terms and cockpit tooltips.

DCS FC3
  • Su-27/J-11A. AI intake FOD shields not retract after takeoff corrected.
  • J-11A. Engine sound corrected.
  • Su-25T. Very bright screen of Shkval corrected.
  • Su-33. Corrected an AI deck takeoff procedure without strange movements.
  • Su-27. Fuel increases after maneuver if "Unlimited Fuel" is checked - fixed.

DCS Spitfire IX
  • Spitfire CW liveries LODs corrected.
  • Reworked drop tank jettison so it pulls on attached drop tank only.

DCS F-5E
  • TACAN Volume Knob axis fixed.
  • Restored animation of TDC.

DCS Persian Gulf
  • Corrected Sirri Island VOR wrong frequency in map



Missions
  • Mi-8MTV2 - added Instant Action missions for Persian Gulf.
  • Ka-50 - added Instant Action missions for Persian Gulf.
  • FC3 - added Instant Action missions for Persian Gulf.
  • F/A-18C - added new Instant Action missions, gate flight, 8 vs 8 battle and two Case III landing.
  • Yak-52 - Added Instant Action missions for Nevada, Persian Gulf and Normandy maps.
Campaigns
  • F-15C Red Flag Campaign added CN localization
Skins
L-39C skins:
French EC24 by NOiD.
German Bundeswehr 28+53 by Papacharly.
P-51D skins (China Asset Pack):
PLAAF by zj_561
F/A-18C skins:
Turkey 162nd Sq by c@sper


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