PRE-PURCHASE DCS: L-39 ALBATROS Discussion Thread

That makes sense , don't really know much about the 21's navigation systems... but how will that work in NTTR then?

 

Anyway i guess i'll find out when the module releases

If they are being realistic, it won't work. Even if VOR and VORTAC channels were programmed into the RSBB, I do not think it will work, so NTTR may be a VFR deal for the comblock birds, unless they add fictional Russian navigation systems to simulate what would be in place to host a foreign military training?

I already bought the L39 module but I'd like to ask one thing. When the campaign will be developed, whatever form it's going to be (training or combat), please make the voice overs in English. Or perhaps create 2 voice over localizations if you still want "authentic" voice overs.

so what arsenal will we have with the C or ZA version? I hope to have an IP who can teach me how to dogfight. So will 1.5.0 engine feature the dual cockpit or is it deferred to 2.0? I get the message that this is a snack meanwhile 2.0 comes out of the oven, but really you guys should have implemented this since huey release. I'm going to buy it in the coming days as a gesture of faith in ED's ability to deliver multicockpit. But please, indulge me: what weapons will we have onboard? Does it have CCIP as the hog? How about those SP-5 Nuclear Torpedoes? :D

you know what would be REALLY cool? having Pierce Brosnan as the IP voice in the training missions to be included with the package. :D XD

I understand. So what weapons will we have in C?

A variety of 1970's Soviet weapons including bombs, rockets and IR missiles. It could also carry drop tanks. In terms of what precisely, I don't have a full list in front of me but I know it includes S-5's (UB-16), R-3's, and FAB-100.

Edit: Found an L-39 brochure http://www.l39.com/sites/all/docs/files/leporeloL39.pdf

thanks, Hrothgar. Yes I checked l39.com but maybe ED model Mk-82 for bombs (FAB-100 only as bomb?)

Mk-82's would exceed the hardpoint's mass limits I think.

Hi, I've noticed that the DCS L39C has the accelerometer in a weird position, very hard to read in the cockpit. Just underneath the landing gear handle.

The L39C manual places it in a different position much easier to read. Next to the warning lights and easier to use for aerobatics.

And checking through the internet I've seen it in the same position in real L-39C cockpits.

Is there any reason why you guys have place it down there?

Thanks for your good work!

Nice find boquinauer but probably answer is a little bit complicated. I did also a little bit of research.

That two pictures from real life you have posted well it seems like some avionic upgrade to me and they do not look like original L-39C cockpit but i agree a i found some pictures like you so i am not sure which of these are revelent to original position of this gadget.

And this picture is from an airbase from my city. They have stationed seven Aero L-39C and they were built in 1999-2000

Possibly different production batches or refits since I found one with the accelerometer where ED placed theirs.

I agree with RoflSeal. It seems like same model but different production serie.

Also i have one an other question. When L-39 will get it's own forum section?

Hi, I've noticed that the DCS L39C has the accelerometer in a weird position, very hard to read in the cockpit. Just underneath the landing gear handle.

I really hope ED will change that, as it's important to have the G-meter easily visible, especially in an military training aircraft.

I will be doing a giveaway of this module on my channel right before day 1 release so the winner can have the prize the day of release.

I really hope ED will change that, as it's important to have the G-meter easily visible, especially in an military training aircraft.

Why would they change it if it is the configuration their reference aircraft uses?

Take a look at L-39ZA cockpits, some have it in the low position and others don't seem to have an accelerometer at all.

Why would they change it if it is the configuration their reference aircraft uses?Take a look at L-39ZA cockpits, some have it in the low position and others don't seem to have an accelerometer at all.

Are they not doing the L-39C ? Coz allot of them have it in the upper left corner, in this config it makes life easier for us!

Cockpit layout is according to wish of user. There exist many subversion,

in C,ZO and ZA version.

You can look here: http://l-39.cz/L-39_verze.html

Why would anybody put an accelerometer there? Its not like they ran out of space nearer to the top of the front panel.

Hi , just to make sure , the AFM (or PFM or whatever) will be ready at launch , right? No SFM?

SFM? Gross! Don't worry, it even says that it's PFM in the features list:

- Professional Flight Model that accurately mimics the performance and flight characteristics of this legendary trainer

And +1 for accelerometer relocation, although I doubt they'll change that now.

SFM? Gross! Don't worry, it even says that it's PFM in the features list:

 

- Professional Flight Model that accurately mimics the performance and flight characteristics of this legendary trainer

 

 

And +1 for accelerometer relocation, although I doubt they'll change that now.

Yeah i know it says so in the feature list , just want to make sure if it's going to be there at launch or not

Sorry my english.

I want to ask the L-39 contain or will be later contain a wery detailed trainings like real pilot training.

I like interactive trainings what now include dcs, but i thigs those training is very superficial, and i want more realistic trainings.

It will be, that shouldnt be a concern here...

Great , thanks :) That really makes me realize how long this must have been in development before they said anything about it

This is a probably a must buy module for anyone interested in getting into Soviet military aircraft. The simplicity of the avionics package is hard to beat, but what's even better is that in nearly every single Soviet military jet you will find basic avionics systems that closely match the ones used in this aircraft making the transition to another jet like the Mig21, the Mig29 and the Su27 very easy.

Does anyone know what kind of pilot assists or RCS are featured in the Albatross? Is it like the Su27, or is it more straightforward like the Mig21?