2024-10-05 - Updated Mission Documents.
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There are two versions of this mission inside the zip file. One is a Cold Start and the other an Air Start. The Air Start version puts you at the refueling track, full of gas and ready to take on any tasking you receive. It is recommended to fly the Cold Start Version first though, as you will receive more information about the mission.
NEW: If you choose the COLD START version, you have the ability to load the START FROM PUSH version in game. Just open your radio menu / F10 to load mission.
This mission is designed for players who are proficient in the DCS F/A-18C module and its weapons systems. Examples of challenges you may face include:
• Basic aircraft handling, such as takeoffs and landings
• Use of the various radio and navigation systems.
• Air to Air Refueling.
• Dynamic re-tasking in a fast-paced environment.
• Use of the targeting pod and employment of weapons systems.
(It is highly recommended that you read and understand the included mission briefing documents AND the Read_Me file included in the .zip)
NOTE: You MUST own the DCS F/A-18C Hornet module and you MUST own UGRA MEDIA’s Syria Terrain in order to play this mission!
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INSTALLATION: Unzip the contents of the download to your folder at Saved Games\DCS.openbeta\Missions
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MISSION OBJECTIVES
Today’s mission (XR-352-P) has three main objectives:
• Provide On Call CAS support in the southern Section of the AO from 06:30z to 09:00z.
• Train with 93rd ARW out of Fairchild AFB, newly arrived in theatre.
• Familiarization with Local area and AO procedures
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WEATHER AND NOTAMS
OVERVIEW
A weakening high-pressure system overhead the southern AO will slowly give way to a warm front approaching from the Mediterranean. Weather throughout the AO is good VFR, light winds, visibility more than 10 miles and ceilings around 10,000ft.
METAR/TAF
KING HUSSEIN AB (OJMF) METAR/TAF
METAR OJMF 060400Z 30012KT 10SM SCT100 10/1 Q1013 2992
TAF OMJF 060404 P10SM SCT100 FM 061000 30020KT P7SM HZ BKN100
H4 AIRBASE (IQ-0400) METAR/TAF
METAR IQ-0400 060400Z 34002KT 10SM SCT110 8/1 Q1013 2992
TAF IQ-0400 060404 P10SM SCT110 FM 061000 30030KT P3SM HZ BKN60
H3 AIRBASE (IQ-0020) METAR/TAF
METAR IQ-0020 060400Z 01011KT 10SM BKN100 6/1 Q1013 2992
TAF IQ-0020 060404 P10SM SCT110 FM 061000 30030KT P3SM HZ BKN60
NOTAMS
C007 - OJMF TAXIWAY C, C3, C4 CLOSED UFN
C036 - OJMF TACAN (10X, AJQ) U/S FROM 0100Z-0400Z DEC.6
C991 - OJMF LIGHTING RWY 31 TO READ: AW INSTEAD OF AO
C216 – OJMF VHF TWR FREQ 119.7 U/S UFN. CTC TWR 121.0 UFN
C217 – OJMF VHF ATIS FREQ 129.75 U/S UFN.
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INTELLIGENCE UPDATE
OVERVIEW 06 DECEMBER 2016 AT 01:00 ZULU
Daesh fighters are expected to make a final move on the town of Palmyra this morning after taking the airport late last night.
The Syrian Army has retreated to the Palmyra Army Depot and are expected to hold the base against the current Daesh attack. The Palmyra Army Depot is a suspected WMD storage area, and it’s in Syria’s best interest to secure these weapons from being compromised.
The State Department and OGA have reached out to the Syrian leadership to offer assistance in securing the WMD but all offers have been declined.
The COALITION partners have determined that WMD falling into the hands of DAESH is to be avoided at all cost.
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The Russian Navy Task Force centered around t
he Cruiser VARYAG is expected to make port at Tartus this afternoon. Refueling and replenishment operations are expected to take 12 hours.
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RIVET JOINT has detected indications of a new SA-3 battery located at TIYAS airbase. The proximity to the FEBA near Palmyra indicates that the Syrians intend to hold TIYAS in the face of any organized Daesh attack.
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The new teletype link (POLECAT) between the Syrian Ministry of Defense, RUAFHQ and JACKAL is now operational. This development is meant to ensure positive communications between military leadership on all sides of the situation in Syria.
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MISSION PLANNING
Mission Number – XR-352-P
Departure: VFR Departure runway 31 from C2 (8998 ft remaining)
Afterburner: Yes
Departure Instructions: VFR 31 Dep LEFT turn heading 180 maintain 6000.
Note: There is no ATC control outside the OJMF control zone. OJMF Control Zone extends in a 10nm radius up to 5500ft MSL
• Ford 51 will depart runway 31 with an immediate left turn to heading 180. Expect to be pushed to FOCUS control leaving 5000ft.
• Rendezvous and refuel with Texaco 51 at Steer Point 2 (ADDER).
• Take Up On-Call CAS with an orbit overhead Steer Point 3 (Al-Tanf)
• VUL time is 0630-0900 Z.
• Following VUL time, TEXACO 51 will be available for refueling if desired.
• Expect the visual approach and overhead break runway 31.
• When overhead Syrian Territory, ensure you are EAST of the 38 E line.
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THREATS
The Syrian Air Force has increased operations dramatically in the last 24 hours. Yesterday, they carried out multiple airstrikes in defense of the city of Palmyra. SU-24 and MiG-29 attacks were observed, with all operations out of the TIYAS airbase.
Russian SU-35 CAP aircraft have been observed in and around the port of TARTUS, which coincides with the expected arrival of their naval task force later today.
Syrian Air Force has MiG-29 on alert at TIYAS and SHAYRAT airbases, all believed to be in a 15-minute alert status.
Russian SU-35 are on 5-minute alert at Latakia Airbase.
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Syrian IADS network is still operational. Damascus is defended by long range SA-5 and SA-2 batteries.
SA-2, SA-3 and SA-6 batteries near the airbase at TIYAS are operational.
High volumes of AAA and MANPADS expected throughout the AO.
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RULES OF ENGAGEMENT
ROE Weapons Tight – Do not fire unless under direct attack or authorized via JACKAL or FOCUS control.
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ACKNOWEDMENTS
I would like to thank the following people for providing voice-over work.
HoneyBadger
T-Money
DeadMike
Mace
pooledh18
Florence
nucks_404_epe
=Foxtrot=
Paladin1CD
HoshoDesu
Apologies if I’ve left anybody out!
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