funkyfranky Posted May 1, 2021 Share Posted May 1, 2021 When a pilot ejects, a static object is created at the position where the parachute goes down. This static object can be retrieved by the initiator of the rather new S_EVENT_LANDING_AFTER_EJECTION event. However, important scripting engine functions like :getName() or :getCoalition() fail when applied to the static object representing the pilot. 2021-05-01 20:13:21.291 INFO SCRIPTING: Trying to get the name via Event.initiator:getName() 2021-05-01 20:13:21.291 ERROR SCRIPTING: Mission script error: [string "C:\Users\frank\AppData\Local\Temp\DCS.openbeta\/~mis00003FEF.lua"]:38: Unit doesn't exist The :getName() function is important for identification and for house keeping. The :getCoalition() function is obviously important to know who would send a rescue team to simulate a SAR mission. Other functions like getPosition() and :destroy() work like expected. Simple example mission attached. Setup is a Hornet with zero fuel so the pilot ejects right after mission start and the track file is kept short. EjectedPilot.trk Hope this helps. PS: I would prefer a normal unit as ejected pilot (not a static object). This would allow to pick up the guy with a helo. EjectedPilot.miz 1 A warrior's mission is to foster the success of others. i9-12900K | MSI RTX 3080Ti Suprim X | 128 GB Ram 3200 MHz DDR-4 | MSI MPG Edge Z690 | Samung EVO 980 Pro SSD | Virpil Stick, Throttle and Collective | MFG Crosswind | HP Reverb G2 RAT - On the Range - Rescue Helo - Recovery Tanker - Warehouse - Airboss Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Black6 Posted July 6, 2021 Share Posted July 6, 2021 It would be great, if the ejected pilot stays alive after landing. And it would be even better, if there would by type a new of task for helicopters - SAR and if the pilots are automaticaly tasked to embark such helicopter .... 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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