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- 15:36, 15 June 2024 Mission Editor (hist | edit) [7,471 bytes] Gadget (talk | contribs) (Created page with "'''Mission Editor''' {| class="wikitable" style="margin: auto" style="width: 85%;" |- ! style="text-align:left;"|'''INFO''' |- | style="font-style: italic; |An example mission with all Mission Editor features can be found in the ‘Docs’ folder of your OH-58D install. |} == Creating the Default Route == The ‘default’ route is created using the standard DCS Mission Editor waypoints. Waypoints are always read from the mission file and loaded into the aircraft before...")
- 14:16, 15 June 2024 Weapons (hist | edit) [14,495 bytes] Gadget (talk | contribs) (Created page with "== M3P Machine Gun == === Firing === #Set Master Arm Switch on the Armament Control Panel to ARMED. #If the gun has not already been cocked, or has been reloaded, set and hold Gun Arm Switch on the Armament Control Panel to RECOCK, then release to ARMED. #Action the gun by selecting the LEFT position on the Weapon Select Switch on the Pilot’s Cyclic Grip. #If using the MMS to acquire the target, align the MMS Line of Sight indicator in the Spare Weapons page or the ODA...")
- 14:09, 15 June 2024 Sensors (hist | edit) [7,188 bytes] Gadget (talk | contribs) (Created page with "== Mast Mounted Sensor (MMS) == === Starting the MMS === #Once power is applied to the aircraft, rotate the MMS Mode Selector to any of the operational modes (FWD/PREPT/SRCH) or PREFLT #For the operational modes, press the Manual/Slave button twice to slave the MMS to the selected mode === Shutting down the MMS === #Rotate the MMS Mode Selector to STOW #The MMS will initiate shutdown procedures and slew to the stow point #When the advisory STORE COMPLETE is displayed, r...")
- 13:56, 15 June 2024 Communication (hist | edit) [9,668 bytes] Gadget (talk | contribs) (Created page with "== Radios == === Selecting a Radio === Radio selection and audio volume are controlled through the communication system control (CSC) panel (Figure 3-1). Radio selections are also made with the radio select switch located on the pilot collective control head (Figure 3-2). === Transmitting on a Radio === === Adding or Editing a Channel === #Select B4 to activate the COMM page. #Choose the radio you want to manipulate by selecting L1 to L5 (except L4) #Select R1 “ADD...")
- 12:59, 15 June 2024 Navigation (hist | edit) [18,307 bytes] Gadget (talk | contribs) (Created page with "== Overview == The navigation tools in the OH-58D Kiowa Warrior comprise of Waypoints, Control Points and Target Points which can be used as building blocks to create Routes and Battlefield Graphics. This data can also be exported and imported using the Data Transfer System. == Data Transfer System == === Saving Mission Data === #Select INIT button on the respective MFD Auxiliary Control Panel to display the Initial Page. #Select L4 and the Data Entry Mode will be activ...")
- 12:32, 15 June 2024 Aviation (hist | edit) [6,012 bytes] Gadget (talk | contribs) (Created page with "== Startup == === Before Engine Start === #Set Essential Bus Switch to START #Set FADEC Circuit Breaker Switch to ON #Set Ignition Circuit Breaker Switch to ON #Turn Ignition Keylock Switch to ON position #Set Battery 1 Switch to ON #Pilot MFD, RFD, VSI and MPD will switch on #Acknowledge Warning Cautions Advisories (WCA’s) as required by pressing the REC/ACK switch DOWN. #Verify FADEC Auto/Manual Switch (on dash) is in AUTO === Engine Start === *Advance Throttle to...")
- 10:13, 12 June 2024 SA342 Gazelle (hist | edit) [48 bytes] Gadget (talk | contribs) (Created page with "== Aircraft == 300px")
- 10:00, 12 June 2024 Video Tutorials (hist | edit) [2,048 bytes] Gadget (talk | contribs) (Created page with "[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=r-hITMf5FxI Engine Start Tutorial] [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TCqeJhaPLeE Navigation systems basics in the Kiowa Warrior] [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JXhhD9ZSt34 Communications set up and basic use in the Kiowa Warrior] [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=raHUoFxUrHw Kiowa Warrior AI | Uses and Capabilities] [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-EhCJilbyDw Mast Mounted Sight employment] [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bbX4O0f5TC...")
- 09:36, 12 June 2024 L2MUMS (hist | edit) [6,655 bytes] Gadget (talk | contribs) (Created page with "'''Level 2 Manned/Unmanned System (L2MUMS)''' == Overview == The Level 2 Manned/Unmanned System (L2MUMS) allows for the transmission of video and metadata between aircraft. It can be used to transmit and receive sensor data in real time between both unmanned and manned platforms. While users can both receive data from another platform and transmit their own data at the same time, the receiver has no control over the platform that is transmitting data or the transmissi...")
- 09:03, 12 June 2024 OH-58D Kiowa Warrior (hist | edit) [5,946 bytes] Gadget (talk | contribs) (Created page with "file:manual_cover.jpg == Introduction == === Aircraft OH58D === ==== Aircraft_History ==== ==== External_Overview ==== ==== Module Options ==== ==== Aircraft Additional Properties ==== === Quick Start Guide === ==== Quick_Start_Guide#Control_Bindings|Contr...")
- 09:01, 12 June 2024 Lighting (hist | edit) [3,186 bytes] Gadget (talk | contribs) (Created page with "== Exterior Lighting == === Anti-Collision Lights === The Anti-Collision lights consist of Upper and Lower strobe lights. 600px The Anti-Collision lights are controlled by the Anti-Collision Lights Switch on the Overhead Console. 300px === Position Lights === The Position Lights consist of red, green and white lights found on the tail section of the aircraft. 600px The...")
- 08:29, 12 June 2024 ASE (hist | edit) [6,667 bytes] Gadget (talk | contribs) (Created page with "== Introduction == The Aircraft Survivability Equipment (ASE) suite is comprised of defensive systems to alert and protect the crew against threats. The DCS OH-58D Kiowa Warrior module contains a range of systems designed to alert and protect against incoming radar, infra-red, laser and missile threats. == Flare Dispenser == A single flare dispenser is mounted to the bottom of the aircraft. The dispenser can carry up to 30 flares and can be manually dispensed using a sw...")
- 06:11, 12 June 2024 MMS (hist | edit) [12,673 bytes] Gadget (talk | contribs) (Created page with "== Overview == The Mast Mounted Sight (MMS) is a stabilized sensor suite mounted above the main rotor. It consists of a Television Sensor (TVS), a Thermal Imaging Sensor (TIS), and a Laser Rangefinder/Designator. 400px #Tele Vision Sensor (TVS) Laser Range Finder Designator (LRF/D) #Thermal Imaging Sensor (TIS) The TVS & LRF/D optics are able to share the same external lens by means of a beam splitter lens, whereas the TIS requires its own dedicated...")
- 05:33, 12 June 2024 Radios (hist | edit) [4,480 bytes] Gadget (talk | contribs) (Created page with "== Overview == ;UHF-AM Radio Set AN/ARC-164 (UHF) : Two-way voice communication in frequency range of 225.000 to 399.975MHz. ;VHF-AM Radio Set – AN/ARC-186 (VHF) : Two-way voice communication in frequency range of 116.000 to 151.975MHz ;VHF-FM Radio Set – SINCGARS (FM-1 or 2) AN/ARC-201D : Two-way voice communication and transmission in frequency range of 30.000 to 87.975 MHz with frequency hopping, scan, and secure capability (FM-1 and FM-2). ;AN/ARC-231 SATCOM...")
- 05:07, 12 June 2024 Armament Control Panel (hist | edit) [285 bytes] Gadget (talk | contribs) (Created page with "=== Overview === The Armament Control Panel (ACP) is located on the Center Console and controls armament and jettisoning of stores. 600px #Master Arm Switch #Gun Arm Switch #Master Arm Status Indicator #Left and Right Stores Jettison Switches ")
- 02:33, 12 June 2024 Control Display Subsystem (hist | edit) [5,405 bytes] Gadget (talk | contribs) (Created page with "=== Introduction === The Control Display Subsystem (CDS) is the primary interface for both Pilot and Copilot to display and control flight and navigation data, communications, sensors and weapons. The CDS is comprised of two Improved Master Controller Processor Units (IMCPUs), two Multifunction Displays (MFDs), one Multifunction Keyboard (MFK), one Remote Frequency Display (RFD), two Optical Display Assemblies (ODAs) and one Personal Computer Data Transfer System (PC-DTS...")
- 02:10, 12 June 2024 Electrical System (hist | edit) [977 bytes] Gadget (talk | contribs) (Created page with "== Electrical System == === Overview === === Controls and Switches === The main row of switches for the Electrical System can be found on the forward portion of the Overhead Console Panel. 500px ==== Battery 1 Switch ==== The OH-58D Kiowa Warrior has a single 24 volt battery for supplying starting and emergency power. The Battery 1 switch enables battery power to be supplied to the aircraft. ==== Battery 2 Switch ==== The Battery 2 Switch...")
- 02:07, 12 June 2024 Multi Parameter Display and VSI (hist | edit) [2,113 bytes] Gadget (talk | contribs) (Created page with "=== Multiparameter Display === The MPD is mainly divided by two parts. The left part where the vertical scales display the different values. From left to right the values are: transmission pressure, transmission temperature, engine oil pressure, engine oil temperature, fuel quantity and NG or gas generator speed. On the right side, there is boxed values, starting from the left there is again the NG value. The two other boxes represent the values selected by a green colo...")
- 02:03, 12 June 2024 Standby Instruments (hist | edit) [1,404 bytes] Gadget (talk | contribs) (Created page with "=== Standby Airspeed Indicator === The image below depicts the standby airspeed indicator. It is operated by the differential between impact and static air pressure and requires no electrical power. 200px === Barometric Altimeter === The following image shows the barometric altimeter, that will give the pilot a reference of altitude MSL and uses the static air pressure for measuring it. It is positioned to the right of the standby atti...")
- 01:46, 12 June 2024 Engine (hist | edit) [2,040 bytes] Gadget (talk | contribs) (Created page with "== Overview == The OH-58D Kiowa Warrior is equipped with a single Rolls-Royce Allison turboshaft engine that powers the rotors through the transmission system. The engine is comprised of a two-stage gas producer turbine and a two-stage power turbine assembly. It is air-cooled and provides power to the aircraft via the AC and DC generators and the PMA. == Controls and Switches == === Throttle === A twist grip throttle is available on the Pilot and Copilot Collectives. T...")
- 01:42, 12 June 2024 FADEC (hist | edit) [2,479 bytes] Gadget (talk | contribs) (Created page with "== Overview == The Full Authority Digital Engine Control (FADEC) is an electrical system that governs rotor speed, limits engine torque and provides automatic start sequencing and surge protection functions. The FADEC has a hydromechanical backup mode (Manual mode) that only provides NP overspeed protection. == FADEC Power and Control == === FADEC Power Source === The FADEC is powered from two sources; the Battery Emergency Bus or a Permanent Magnet Alternator (PMA) loc...")
- 01:33, 12 June 2024 Aircraft OH58D (hist | edit) [2,844 bytes] Gadget (talk | contribs) (Created page with "800px == Aircraft History == The Bell OH-58 Kiowa is a remarkable piece of aviation history. This single-engine, single-rotor military helicopter has served numerous roles, from observation and utility to direct fire support. The Bell OH-58 Kiowa was initially developed during the early 1960s as the D-250 for the Light Observation Helicopter (LOH) program. Despite facing stiff competition from rival Hughes OH-6 Cayuse, Bell refined its design and...")
- 01:26, 12 June 2024 Flight Control Systems (hist | edit) [3,215 bytes] Gadget (talk | contribs) (Created page with "=== Pilot Cyclic Grip === The Pilot Cyclic is primarily used for controlling the pitch and roll of the helicopter. The Cyclic Grip contains inputs for actioning weapons, making trim inputs and selecting MFD pages. 600px <div style="column-count:2"> #Bob Up/Drop Waypoint Switch #Weapon Select Switch #(Behind Grip) Optical Display Assembly Switch / ODA #Flare Dispense Switch #Missile Step Switch #Bob Up/Drop Waypoint Switch #Weapon Select S...")
- 00:54, 12 June 2024 Aircraft Additional Properties (hist | edit) [3,393 bytes] Gadget (talk | contribs) (Created page with "There are a variety of options available in the DCS Mission Editor that allow a degree of customization of the DCS OH-58D Kiowa Warrior. Many of these options reflect real world changes to the airframe over its 33-year service history, allowing mission creators to modify the helicopter to represent a specific time period or mission capability. These options can be found by placing an OH-58D(R) and selecting the ‘Aircraft Additional Properties’ tab. file:aircraft_a...")
- 00:49, 12 June 2024 Module Options (hist | edit) [3,583 bytes] Gadget (talk | contribs) (Created page with "The Options for the DCS OH-58D Kiowa Warrior can be found by accessing ‘Options’ from the Main Menu, then selecting ‘Special’ and navigating to ‘OH-58D(R)’ on the list of installed modules. 800px === Control Display Location === The Control Display Location option selects the position at which the Controls Indicator is displayed on the screen === Cyclic Trim Type === There are four options for Cyclic Trim Type: *None – pres...")
- 14:17, 11 June 2024 Procedures (hist | edit) [185 bytes] Gadget (talk | contribs) (Created page with "== Procedures == === Aviation === === Navigation === === Communication === === Sensors === === Weapons === === L2MUMS === === Mission Editor ===")
- 14:17, 11 June 2024 Systems (hist | edit) [387 bytes] Gadget (talk | contribs) (Created page with "== Systems == === Flight Control Systems === === FADEC === === Engine === === Electrical System === === Multi Parameter Display and VSI === === Standby Instruments === === Control Display Subsystem === === Armament Control Panel === === MMS === === Radios === === ASE === === Lighting === === L2MUMS ===")
- 14:16, 11 June 2024 Appendix (hist | edit) [56 bytes] Gadget (talk | contribs) (Created page with "== Appendix == === Glossary === === WACs ===")
- 13:52, 11 June 2024 Glossary (hist | edit) [1,340 bytes] Gadget (talk | contribs) (Created page with "ASE Aircraft Survivability Equipment CG Centre of Gravity CMWS Common Missile Warning System EGI Embedded GPS / INS EQ Engine Torque ETE Estimated Time Enroute FADEC Full Authority Digital Electronic Control FAT Free Air Temperature GPS Global Positioning System HSD Horizontal Situation Display HSI Horizontal Situation Indicator IGE In Ground Effect INS Inertial Navigation System IZLID Infrared Zoom Laser Illuminator / Designator LMC Linear Motion Compensation LRF/D Lase...")
- 13:48, 11 June 2024 WACs (hist | edit) [2,947 bytes] Gadget (talk | contribs) (Created page with "== Warnings Advisories & Cautions == ===WARNING messages=== There are 11 warning messages that can be displayed, prioritized as follows: #ENGINE OUT #LOW RPM ROTOR #LOW FUEL PRES #FADEC FAIL #HIGH RPM #XMSN OVER TRQ #ENG OVER TRQ #TGT OVER TEMP #ENG OVER SPD #CHECK THROTTLE * #LOW ALTITUDE ===ADVISORY messages=== The following is a complete list of cautions: *AC GEN FAIL *ADU FAIL *BATT CHGR FAIL *CHIPS ENG FREEWHEEL *CHIPS ENG LOWER *CHIPS ENG UPPER *CHIPS T/R GEAR...")
- 13:07, 11 June 2024 Cockpit Familiarization (hist | edit) [462 bytes] Gadget (talk | contribs) (Created page with "'''Quick Cockpit Familiarisation''' 100px")
- 12:35, 11 June 2024 Quick Start Guide (hist | edit) [4,584 bytes] Gadget (talk | contribs) (Created page with "'''Control Bindings''' Single- and Multicrew Experience The OH-58D Kiowa Warrior is a two-seater aircraft where the workload is shared between Pilot and Copilot. In order to separate and manage the inputs available to each position, we have created two separate input profiles, one for each seat. The profiles can be selected from the drop-down list of aircraft in the Controls page and are named ‘OH-58D Pilot’ and ‘OH-58D Copilot’. In order to facilitate solo fl...")
- 12:19, 11 June 2024 FAQ Kiowa (hist | edit) [5,608 bytes] Gadget (talk | contribs) (Created page with "Why is my trim not working?")
- 12:12, 11 June 2024 Aircraft (hist | edit) [2,410 bytes] Gadget (talk | contribs) (Created page with "== Aircraft History == The Bell OH-58 Kiowa is a remarkable piece of aviation history. This single-engine, single-rotor military helicopter has served numerous roles, from observation and utility to direct fire support. The Bell OH-58 Kiowa was initially developed during the early 1960s as the D-250 for the Light Observation Helicopter (LOH) program. Despite facing stiff competition from rival Hughes OH-6 Cayuse, Bell refined its design and successfully submitted a var...")
- 10:33, 11 June 2024 OH58D manual (hist | edit) [195 bytes] Gadget (talk | contribs) (main page kiowa warrior)
