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SA-342

Structured SA-342 training for DCS pilots focused on rotary-wing handling, crew coordination, and battlefield utility.

Active Cycles 8-week cycle
USAACEAirframeSA-342 Active Cycles 8-week cycle

Overview

SA-342 gives VWA members a structured place to build rotary-wing handling, crew coordination, and battlefield utility. The emphasis stays on practical DCS learning, clear multiplayer communication, and repeatable habits that make it easier to participate with the community.

Requirements

SA-342, 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. Block 1

    Startup, hover control, transition fundamentals, and landing repetition.

  2. Block 2

    Airfield operations, navigation basics, formation spacing, and radio discipline.

  3. Block 3

    Observation workflow, target talk-on, and scout coordination habits.

  4. Block 4

    HOT3 employment, rockets, attack geometry, and weapons setup.

  5. Block 5

    Masking, survivability, and scout tasking inside a multiplayer package.

  6. Block 6

    Landing-zone coordination, battlefield communication, and reposition flow.

  7. Block 7

    Capstone mission execution, full sortie rehearsal, and debrief review.

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