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CH-47F features updated on purchase page.

https://www.digitalcombatsimulator.com/en/shop/modules/ch-47f/

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Key Features and Capabilities of the CH-47F

• Tandem Rotor Design:
  • The CH-47F features a distinctive tandem rotor system with two counter-rotating rotors. This design provides exceptional handling qualities and allows for a large lift capacity, which is crucial for carrying heavy payloads. The absence of a tail rotor also enhances safety in confined areas and simplifies maintenance, offering unhindered rear cargo and troop loading in addition to side door access.
• Powerful Performance:
  • Powered by two Honeywell T55-GA-714A engines, the CH-47F offers impressive power and performance. These engines deliver up to 4,868-shaft-horsepower combined, enabling the aircraft to reach speeds over 175 mph (282 km/h) with a payload of more than 21,000 pounds (9,500kg).
• Cargo Handling and Versatility:
  • The CH-47F's large cargo hold can accommodate a wide variety of loads, from standard palletized goods to vehicles and artillery, as well as the fuel cells for "Fat Cow" operations. Its rear-loading ramp and three external cargo hooks provide multiple options for loading and unloading, facilitating efficient logistics operations under diverse conditions.
• Advanced Avionics and Systems:
  • The "glass-cockpit" of the CH-47F is equipped with advanced avionics, including a Rockwell Collins Common Avionics Architecture System (CAAS) cockpit, BAE Systems' Digital Advanced Flight Control System (DAFCS), night vision-compatible displays, and modern navigation systems. These enhancements improve situational awareness and flight safety, particularly in challenging environments.
• Crew Capacity and Configuration:
  • Typically operated by a crew of three (two pilots and a flight engineer), the CH-47F can also carry up to 3 gunners.
• Enhanced Survivability:
  • Advanced countermeasures suite, which includes radar warning receivers, infrared countermeasures, and a missile warning system. Its rugged airframe and systems redundancy are designed to withstand significant damage.

The CH-47F is an essential component of any military or humanitarian fleet, capable of performing in the most demanding situations. Its enduring design and continual updates ensure that it will remain a key player in aviation for years to come.

• The DCS: CH-47F Key Features at early access:
  • Highly detailed external and internal modelling, including cockpit and cargo hold
  • Unmatched helicopter flight dynamics that only DCS can provide
  • Fully interactive, VR-ready cockpit
  • Full set of features will be announced prior to early access release

 

CH-47F FAQ

Russian Forum:

• Refuel Basket phishics on the wishlist
• Expand altitude about 100 km to simulate balistic missiles and TBM interceptors on the Wishlist
• Waypoints on cruise missiles on the wishlist.