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F-5 / MIG-28

Structured F-5 / MIG-28 training for DCS pilots focused on systems fluency, tactical communication, and mission execution.

Active Cycles 8-week cycle
FTUAirframeF-5 / MIG-28 Active Cycles 8-week cycle

Overview

F-5 / MIG-28 gives VWA members a structured place to build systems fluency, tactical communication, and mission execution. The emphasis stays on practical DCS learning, clear multiplayer communication, and repeatable habits that make it easier to participate with the community.

Requirements

F-5 / MIG-28, SRS, HOTAS, Eye Track or VR

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Weekly Outline

The structure stays visible even when offerings vary in density and pace.

  1. Week 1

    Introductory Session Consists of: SRS Set Up, Livery Installation, Basic Cockpit Overview / Flows, Cold Start, Takeoff and Landing

  2. Week 2

    Airfield Operation & Formation Flying Consists of: Airfield Ops, Navigation

  3. Week 3

    Navigation and Landing Practice Consists of: Practicing navigation and landing. We touched on this in week 2 but landing can be difficult to get a hang of.

  4. Week 4

    A/G Weaponry Introduction Consists of: Intro to A/G Weapons we will be going over rocket pods and dumb bombs

  5. Week 5

    A/G Weaponry Continuation Consists of: Continuation of A/G Weapons we will be going over laser guided bombs and gun passes.

  6. Week 6

    A/A Weaponry Introduction Consists of: Intro to A/A Weapons we will be going over BFM (Basic Fighter Maneuvers)

  7. Week 7

    BFM Continuation Consists of: We will be continuing BFM practice. This may involve different airframes involved too.

  8. Week 8

    Graduation! Consists of: A graduation hop/mission combined with other airframes Instructors Will Assess Their Abilities,

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