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Virtual 303rd Fighter Group - Featured In DCS Newsletter

22 September 2023 Dear Fighter Pilots, Partners and Friends, Thanks to the great interest in our 15 Years of DCS celebration sale we decided to extend the closing date until the 24th of September, 16:00 GMT. Don’t miss the final days and the opportunity to get something special at an exceptional price. DCS: A-10C II Tank Killer has undergone updates to its datalink and fixed several bugs for its next Open Beta update. This will form part of the larger DCS 2.9 update that is currently in pre-release testing. Please read the details below. The Virtual 303rd Fighter Group is a US-based multiplayer group that flies the A-10C II, F-16C, and F-15E. Many of their members served in the US armed forces or are real-world instrument rated pilots...

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Matt ‘Wags’ Wagner 11.10.1968 - 09.07.2026

It is with great sadness that I share the news of the passing of our dear friend and colleague, Matt Wagner, who left us on September 7th after a hard-fought battle with cancer. Continue reading...

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G.91R Development Report

We're sharing a development report from IndiaFoxtEcho Visual Simulations on the DCS: G.91R "Gina," walking through the flight model, engine, aircraft systems, weapons, and structural damage coming together as the small tactical jet takes shape. Continue reading...

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Back to School Sale Starts Now!

The Back to School Sale 2026 is here, with 50% off all Eagle Dynamics modules and savings of up to 50% on many of our valued 3rd Party partners. Now is the perfect time to pick up that aircraft or terrain you have had your eye on. Continue reading...

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DCS: F-100D Development Report

Grinnelli Designs opens this issue with a full post-release development report on the DCS: F-100D Super Sabre, covering community-requested improvements, ongoing improvements across the flight model, weapons, and external model, plus a limited-edition vinyl soundtrack and your last chance at the F-100D "Catfish" Collector's Edition. Continue reading...

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DCS: MiG-17F Dev Report

This week, Red Star Simulations takes us inside the latest DCS: MiG-17F development update, covering major progress across aircraft systems, navigation, avionics, and a complete VK-1F engine and sound overhaul. We then continue with a look at the MiG-17F's flight model, damage model, and real-world validation testing against a real MiG-17F, bringing the "Fresco" ever closer to Eagle Dynamics internal testing. Continue reading...

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DCS: AH-64D Improvements

DTC is coming to its first helicopter module. The DCS: AH-64D's Data Transfer Cartridge brings an expansive feature set to the DCS: AH-64D, including waypoint and threat databases, custom routes, engagement areas, and dual-mission storage for crews operating across large theatres. Learn more below. Continue reading...

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F-16C Dev Report

This week, we're looking ahead to a new Data Transfer Cartridge feature for the F-16C: customizable MFD color settings, letting you assign over 40 symbology elements across 8 color options for sharper situational awareness in formats like the HSD and HAD. Continue reading...

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DCS: F-14B(U) Released!

Heatblur's DCS: F-14B(U) Upgrade is here, and it brings the Tomcat into the 2000s with a modernized HUD, JDAM capability, more advanced navigation, and more. Along with the release of the DCS: F-14 Ultimate Edition, this is the most content-rich Tomcat package yet. Read on for the full story. Continue reading...

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Operation Wags

This week, the DCS community comes together in support of one of our own. Operation Wags is a community-wide charity event backing Matt "Wags" Wagner in his fight against bone marrow cancer, bringing together content creators, developers, and thousands of virtual pilots across two weekends: July 31st–August 2nd and August 7th–August 9th. Whether you fly, watch, or simply spread the word, every bit of support helps. Learn more below. Continue reading...

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Su-25A Frogfoot Dev Report

Half a century after its maiden flight on February 22nd, 1975, the Su-25 Frogfoot remains one of the toughest, most battle-tested airframes ever to see combat, last year marking its 50th year of service. Our team is reconstructing the Frogfoot from scratch for DCS, bringing every aspects of this important aircraft up to today's visual standards, including next-generation cockpit lighting and exceptional detail, internal and external. Dig into the progress so far in our development report below. Continue reading...

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Summer Sale 2026 Week 3!

Discover new battlefields during the DCS Summer Sale with 50% off all Eagle Dynamics terrains and modules, including DCS: Iraq and DCS: Afghanistan. From modern combat environments to iconic historical locations, now is the perfect time to expand your collection and prepare for the exciting terrain updates still to come. Continue reading...

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Summer Sale 2026 Continues!

The DCS Summer Sale continues with another week with 50% off all Eagle Dynamics products and great savings across a wide range of third-party aircraft, terrains, and campaigns. From legendary World War II warbirds and maps to popular third-party favorites such as the DCS: Viggen, DCS: JF-17, and DCS: Syria, there are plenty of opportunities to save on your next addition. Check out this week's featured deals and don't miss your chance to save. Continue reading...

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2026 Summer Sale

The DCS Summer Sale 2026 has begun! For a limited time, every Eagle Dynamics-developed aircraft, terrain, technology, and campaign module is available at 50% off, a rare opportunity to build your collection and save big. Joining the sale are many of our third-party partners, with discounts across a huge selection of aircraft, maps, and campaigns. From legendary warbirds to cutting-edge fighters and helicopters, there is something for every virtual pilot. See the full list of offers and learn more in the article below. (Steam discounts will begin when the Steam Summer Sale starts.) Continue reading...

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Release The Hun!

The wait is over! The DCS: F-100D Super Sabre by Grinnelli Designs is now available, bringing one of the most iconic fighters of the early jet age to DCS. Featuring an extensive weapons suite, deeply modelled systems, realistic Cold War-era avionics, and unique capabilities such as Zero Length Launch operations, the F-100D offers a challenging and rewarding experience for pilots looking to master a true classic. Learn more below. Continue reading...

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DCS: F-14B (U) Preorder

The DCS: F-14B Upgrade by Heatblur Simulations is now available for pre-order at $49.99 USD through both the Eagle Dynamics E-Shop and Heatblur’s website. Expanding the DCS: F-14A/B Tomcat into its modernized 2000s-era configuration, this major upgrade adds important new multirole capabilities while preserving the iconic two-seat experience Tomcat fans know and love. Learn more below. Continue reading...

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DCS: F100D Dev Report

This is your Last chance to preorder the DCS: F-100D Super Sabre by Grinnelli Designs and save 30%. The newest “Hun” preview dives into the aircraft’s radar warning capabilities and highlights the sights and sounds that defined early jet combat. Catch the latest video and learn more below. If you’re heading to FlightSimExpo in Saint Paul, be sure to visit Grinnelli and see the Super Sabre in action. Continue reading...

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Terrain Optimizations Incoming!

We are making good progress on new terrain-optimization methods to reduce install sizes while preserving the visual quality expected from DCS. Early testing is already showing promising disk space savings on larger terrains like DCS: Afghanistan; more improvements are planned as these methods continue to evolve. More details below. Continue reading...

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Iraq and Afghanistan Dev Reports

The southern region of the DCS: Iraq map continues to take shape with new airfields, cities, industrial zones, and unique landmarks like Kharg Island, the Kuwait Towers, NBK Tower, and Stadium 974. From Desert Storm to modern conflicts, this evolving theatre is steadily coming to life. The northern region of the DCS: North Afghanistan map progresses with the additions of Mazar-i-Sharif, Kunduz, Fayzabad, and Sheberghan airfields in Afghanistan and Mary International Airport and Mary-2 airfields in Turkmenistan. We are also testing new map optimization technology aimed at reducing install sizes without sacrificing visual quality. Continue reading...

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DCS: F-15C Eagle Development Report

Development of the DCS: F-15C Eagle continues to advance following the transition into full production earlier this year. Current efforts are heavily focused on 3D modelling, with advanced photogrammetry and laser scanning helping deliver a highly refined external model and cockpit. More details below. Continue reading...

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DCS: C-130J Livery Contest Winners

We are thrilled to share the results of the DCS: C-130J Livery Contest. With over 50 entries, choosing the winners was tough. Congratulations to Tactical Bear, ouky1991, and SkyDragon for earning the top three spots. Mike Busutil also deserves a special mention for completing the bonus challenge with his impressive Tiger livery. Plus, six more great entries will be added to DCS soon. Thanks to everyone who took part and made this contest a success. Continue reading...

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