Falcon BMS

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Falcon BMS 4.37.0

• Known Limitations
  Mirrors are not true 3D objects and will pop-up once canopy closed
  VR is a first iteration, do not expect a fully featured expereience (tracking not implemented, mouse needed)
  F-15C cockpit is a Work In Progress (it cannot be used for ramp start)
  Falcon BMS will default to new launcher but old launcher still available at root folder installation
  F-16 HAF “jammer jammer” message control can be turned off by using ReqCTR in DED (EWS page). A proper implementation (ReqJMR) will be done for U1
  A CTD might occur when you zoom at the edge of the map

• 3D & Textures changes
  Added Ground units: Griffin II, EL-8222 Elta
  - Fixed Cockpit F-16 Block 50 HAF
  - Fixed F-16 AGRS Afterburner effect
  - Added ECM panels and switches for all F-16
  - Added Mirrors for 2000C, F-15C, 2000-5 and 2000D
  - New F-15C cockpit (Work in progress from Qawa)
  - New PS effect for contrail optimization
  - New PS effect for wingtip trail (Kouzi)
  - Adjusted Ship burning effect

• UI changes
  - New music for the UI
  - Complete new UI Full HD support (new _FHD folder in Art)
  - New splash screens
  - Updated Intro video
  - New training mission for ECM / SEAD
  - Added new Graphics options

• Flight Models changes
  - Fixed models due to Boom and basket refuel misalignments
  - F-16 HFFM rework around M0.4 - 0.6
  - Improved FM for F-15A and D
  - Complete revamp of the F-15C FM model

• Documentation changes
  - New F-16 Checklists
  - New Dash-1
  - Training Manual updated
  - Dash 34-1 updated
  - User Manual updated
  - KTO + AIP charts updated
  - EOR charts added
  - Kneeboards ILS freq page updated

• Vehicle / Weapon changes
  - Fixed to AIM-120 beam
  - Fixed Mirage IIIE store
  - Fixed Mig-25 tanks missing in stores
  - Updated MFD Mnemonics for several stores
  - Added CATM for Weapon training (AIM-120B / AIM-120C / AIM-9M / AIM-9X / AA-12 / AGM-88D / AGM-65D / AGM-65G / GBU-38 / Empty pylons)
  - Added Specific Sounds for CATM
  - Fix for 600 gal tanks for IAF

• IVC changes
  (none)

• Comms changes
  (none)

• Airbase changes
  (none)

• Other changes
  - Updated Falcon BMS.cfg
  - Added an in-house flavor of Alternative Launcher as the new public Launcher for Falcon BMS
  - RTT Remote tool updated to 4.2 (added support for DX12 and new functions from BMS)
  - BMSFlightData updated v4.118.19.4

• 3D Engine
  - Support for SteamVR (Steam and a compatible headset required. First iteration, be gentle! )
  - Improvements on the PS contrails to reduce CPU usage
  - HUD fonts adjusted to adapt to FOV and resolution
  - Multiple optimizations and improvements around parallel rendering (20% to 40% improvement)
  - Fixed closest Light computation
  - Added Mirrors in cockpit (check graphics options in UI)

• Weather Engine
  - Fixed Fmap issues in Multiplayer

• Campaign Engine
  - Fixed ATO not planning AWACS or Tanker when team surrounded by hostiles
  - Fixed CTD/memory corruption in UI when user clicks on ATO package
  - Improved UI planner messages
  
  * Now, if the squadron is human controlled, planner will say Human controlled. If airbase is destroyed, it will display: Air base destroyed. If squadron is relocating, it will show Squadron relocating message and time remaining to finish.

• AI Engine
  - Fixed multiple bugs in tanker queue management (MP / SP)
  - Fixed AI FCR Radar modes
  - Fixed AWACS coms
  - Fixed AI not engaging due to bad LOS check
  - Fixed wingmen not engaging in AA under specific conditions
  - Fixed wingmen not engaging in AG when too close from target
  - Fixed CTD when basket refueling
  - Fixed AI crashing into the ground for other theaters than KTO
  - Fixed AI not being arrested properly on carriers

• ATC Engine
  - Fixed Parking point CTD due to reaggregation.
  - New taxi positions in 3D display at ramp

• UI Engine
  - Complete rework of the Falcon BMS UI for Full HD support of screens
  - Added radar cursor movement using callbacks instead of axes

• Systems
  - Fixed potential bug where MPRF seeker could loose track
  - New ECM system implemented for multiple F-16 versions (check documentation)
  - New F-15C specific avionics (HUD, FCR, PACS, GPS positioning)
  - New xml options SafePathRadiusKm and OverflyRoE (can be read from MissionData_*.XML)
  - Fixed a CTD when destroyed in HARM mode
  - Implemented CATM support (ACDATA will now include "IsCATM" parameter)
  - Fixed CTD due to bad radar cast
  - Fixed AGM-65L HUD declutter
  - Fixed AGM-65L VIS mode
  - Fixed HCMD not drawing TDBox after handoff from HAD
  - Fixed RALT Auto blanking when it should not
  - Fixed ETA inconsistencies between HUD and DED
  - Fixed Green MFD
  - Fixed IDM symbology in ACM display
  - Fixed losing SOI on HAD when firing first HARM
  - Fixed STA Store switch CTD
  - Fixed maddog behavior
  * Go active of the rail with and w/o fcr track
  * Limit maddog LOS to seeker cone, not gimbal limits
  * Fly straight without target, turn of seeker and self destruct
  - Fixed losing SOI on HAD when firing first HARM
  - Fixed the positioning and size of both the gear staple "[" and the roll cue

• Flight Models
  Improved Tire slippage in case of crabbing

• Others
  - Multiple CPU optimizations
  - Multiple improvements for Shared Memory
  - Multiple fixes for potential CTD and memory corruptions
  - Multiples fixes to Tacview (lock lines, remote targets for missiles)
  - Disabled acmi when g_bTacviewAcmi is false
  - Added a new UI scaling option: g_nScaleUIMode
  * 0 : Disables and works as before
  * 1 : Enables UI scaling with Point (pixelated) filtering
  * 2 : Enables UI scaling with Linear (smooth) filtering - DEFAULT
  - Added a trigger between old and New UI: g_nInternalUIResolutionMode (set to 0 for old UI)

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Falcon BMS 4.37.1

• Known Limitations
  Mirrors will only show once canopy closed
  VR is still an early iteration, do not expect a fully featured experience (tracking not implemented, mouse needed)
  F-15C cockpit is a Work In Progress (it cannot be used for ramp start)
  Falcon BMS will default to new launcher but old launcher still available at root folder installation

• Data Changelog
  3D & Textures changes:
  • - Fix AVTR Switch for CCIP and Greek block cockpits
    - F-15C cockpit updates
    - Fix to particle system for burning effects on ships
    - Change to HARM trail effect
    - Fix to WAC Huds

• UI changes
  - Fixed AAR Training mission
  - Fixed SEAD Training mission
  - Fixed Ground Ops mission
  - Music Rework

• Flight Models changes
  - AV-8B(+) FM and systems rework

• Documentation changes
  - BMS-Comms-Nav-Book.pdf
  - BMS-Training.pdf
  - TO 1F-16CMAM-1 BMS.pdf
  - TO 1F-16CMAM-34-1-1 BMS.pdf
  - BMS-Technical-Manual
  - Keyfile Editor
  - Keyboard Layouts
  - Complete Callback List.txt
  - BMS-VR-Guide.pdf
  - KTO_AIP.pdf

• Vehicle / Weapon changes
  - Radar type added for Su-27 / Su-33 family
  - Longer Final time for Mavericks to avoid auto destroy too soon
  - Multipes fixes to the F-18 family (cockpit + FM)
  - CATM A/A missiles cannot be jettisoned
  - Fix for C-130 and AN-24 propellers not showing when at full power
  - Fox3 Data missiles changes (check code changes for more details on ARH fixes):
  * Missiles performances thrust / drag / Lift , ranges are UNCHANGED
  * Only Missiles gains have been changed

• IVC changes
  (none)

• Comms changes
  (none)

• Airbase changes
  (none)

• Other changes
  - Fixed several wrong key callbacks
  - New BMS Launcher update (Alternative Launcher v2.3.0)
  - New Falcon BMS.cfg (!!!config reset!!!)
  - New keys added:
  * SimClickButtonLeft 116 0 0XFFFFFFFF 0 0 0 1 "SIM: Click Buttons UP/CW"
  * SimClickButtonRight 116 0 0XFFFFFFFF 0 0 0 1 "SIM: Click Buttons DOWN/CCW"
  * SimToggleCursorCenter 116 0 0XFFFFFFFF 0 0 0 1 "SIM: Toggle Cursor Center"

• Code Changelog
  3D Engine:
  • - Fix issue with Head roll on HMCS
    - Improvement to VR resolution casting
    - Ignore VSYNC option when in VR
    - Improvement on shadow cost to LODs
    - Fix VR HUD not collimated to infinity

• Weather Engine
  (none)

• Campaign Engine
  - Fix Pods beeing depleted too fast in campaign (were jettisonned in 2D when FLight aborted)
  - Much simpler method for Depletion / ressuply of stores

• AI Engine
  - Reduce AI wingmen response time to command
  - Fix AI wingmen having weird Flyout
  - Fix AI switching to TO / Landing Light immediatly when receiving Clearance to take runway (All AI switching in the same time). Now the switch is done when entering the runway
  - Fix Bomb Ripple interval not honored by AI strat bombers

• ATC Engine
  - Improved dynamic ATC messages
  - Fix parking point number wrongly display after landing
  - Fix Messages broadcasted on GUARD (buddy spike) not beeing received by player when UHF set on "BOTH"

• UI Engine
  - Fix issues with resolutions lower than FHD (1080) for splash screen
  - Fix issue with cursor not showing if resolution lower than FHD (1080)
  - Fix issues with wingmen comms on ground

• Systems
  - F-15 PACS color fix
  - Fix CTD when AHR goes from HPRF to MPRF while target has been destroyed already
  - Fix hung stores whilst pickle was being held down
  - Fix CATM impact beep heard by nearby planes and report them in debrief
  - Fix HMCS VIP/VRP position and TD box not being drawn
  - Fix TDbox being drawn when AGM65 are depleted
  - Fix CTD when DMS command sent after ejection
  - Fix hud ALIGN indication and current and max G
  - Improvement on AHR (fox3) guidance (check data for FM changes)
  - Fix EWS Semi Auto mode
  - Fix of radar cursor and hsd cursor commands
  - Fix Fuselage switch not moving if Main bus not powered
  - Fix Fuel Gauges issues with some F-16 blocks

• Flight Models
  (none)

• Others
  - Fix CTD when enumerating video modes over RDP (Dedicated Server)
  - Add a NoRender mode (Dedicated Server):
  * Set by "set g_bNoRender 1" in the cfg or by passing -norender argument
  - Added center cursor for 2D screens and VR (g_b3DClickableCursorFixToCenter and g_b3DClickableCursorFixToCenterIfVR)
  - Added -vr or -fakevr commands
  - Added VR options:
  * set g_bVRManualCropAlignment 1 // on turns on manual cropping.
  * set g_fVRManualCropFactor 0 // how much to move the cropped area, -1 totally outward, 0 centered, 1 totally inward.

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[Phant]

Falcon BMS 4.37.2

• Known Limitations
  Mirrors will only show once canopy closed
  VR is still an early iteration, do not expect a fully featured experience (mouse needed)
  F-15C cockpit is a Work In Progress (it cannot be used for ramp start)
  Falcon BMS will default to new launcher but old launcher still available at root folder installation

• Warning
  For voice activated commands: A lot of changes were made, make sure you update your scripts…
  Key files have been reworked
  As usual, Falcon BMS.cfg is restored to default

• Data Changelog
  
  • 3D & Textures changes:
    - Updated texture for IAF cockpits
    - Updated MD-500 model
    - Fixed F/A-18 buttons location in cockpit (reverted changes)
    - Updated tiles under bridges for KTO
  
  
  • UI changes
    - Updated WASP mission
    - Updated Traning 01 mission
    - Fixed trigger for Save3 campaign
    - Updated TacRef
    - Updated Art for TvT
  
  
  • Flight Models changes
    (none)
  
  
  • Documentation changes
    - Updated BMS-Training.pdf
    - Updated BMS-User-Manual.pdf
    - Updated TO 1F-16CMAM-34-1-1 BMS.pdf
    - Updated BMS-Technical-Manual.pdf
    - Updated BMS Device Setup Guide.pdf
    - Updated keeboard & Charts & AIP
    - Updated CAS Templates
    - Updated BMS-Cockpit-Interaction-Guide.pdf
    - Updated BMS-VR-Guide.pdf
  
  
  • Vehicle / Weapon changes
    - Fixed AS-34 range
    - Updated SA-6 engagment parameters for close range
    - Fixed wrong data in SA-5 missile
    - Fixed SA-SA-N-9 missile (match SA-15)
  
  
  • IVC changes
    (none)
  
  
  • Comms changes
    - Added new comms files (Heavy / overhead / Bullseye to target)
  
  
  • Airbase changes
    - Updated Kunsan airbase
    - Updated Korean airbases with localizers
    - Fixed WASP localizer + ILS
  
  
  • Other changes
    - Updated keys:
    * Added SimEcmMode1-5On/Off
    * Rename SimEcmMode1-5 to SimEcmMode1-5Toggle
    - Fixed "J" command unable to turn off ECM
    - Updated Audio for UI
    - Added Gamepad support
    - Updated Falcon BMS.cfg

• Code Changelog
  
  • 3D Engine:
    - Fixed memory leak with minimized server or g_bNoRender
    - Fixed PS management in "Norender" mode
    - Fixed seat height with VR. Now also possible to adjust using mouse
    - Fixed crazy chase camera
  
  
  • Weather Engine
    (none)
  
  
  • Campaign Engine
    - Fixed CTD when declaring an aggregated feature
    - Fixed own team not being spotted and spot status not being updated
  
  
  • AI Engine
    - Fixed harpoons not beeing fired is mission is not TASMO
    - Fixed AI opening canopy (and let it opened even after take off) when a player exit
    - Fixed AI ground avoidance boost when thrust is null
    - Fixed AI badly avoiding other aircrafts on ground
    - Removed AI omnipotent last ditch missile avoidance maneuver
    - Added AI announces target position when asking permission to engage (for AA and AG)
    - Updated overhead radio procedure (no need to declare break anymore, based on user movements)
  
  
  • ATC Engine
    - Fixed CTD in ATC when crashed plane in queue wasn't over a runway
    - Added ATC Heavy aircraft management. If requested and possible, ATC will prioritize the longest runway for a Heavy Call
  
  
  • UI Engine
    - Added protection against AI flooding message queue when tanker is not yet opened for business
  
  
  • Systems
    - Fixed all missiles being considered AA (now reads from database)
    - Added reset Pitch Trim when wheelspeed is > 60kts (F-16 only)
    - Fixed "cancel override" automatically when entering into SRM or MSL override. Particularly usefull for keyboard user
    - Reduced ECM power function of number of program actively transmissing
    - Added HOJ in MidCourse taking over DL in case DL is lost
    - Added F-16 Avionics: DrawAirspeed
    - Fixed wrong places C nemonic for airspeed
    - Fixed symbol missing in some edge cases
    - Fixed hook can be lowered only once. When raised after lowering, the hook can not be retracted fully but is spring loaded to allow taxiing above cables
  
  
  • Flight Models
    (none)
  
  
  • Others
    - Added integrity check on entire sim-data folder if requested by server
    - Added a new server mode where server stays paused without players and players can control time compression (g_nServerCompressionMode):
    * 0 (default)
    * 1: server pause without players
    * 2: server pauses without players, player can control server acceleration
    - Added Server controlled tacview
    * g_bMPAllowFltFile: set to 0 in the server so that clients will not record real-time tacview entries (ACMI will still be exported after flight)
    * g_bMPTacviewRespectFoW: set to 1 in the server so that clients will respect fog of war
    - Fixed radar cursor not working with held down pov key
    - Added Allows reloading joystick configuration in 3d (.joy in 3D chat window [CTRL+T])

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BMS Roadmap 4.37 U3 - News from the BMS Team

• U3 - Release timeline
  • Intially, we had in mind to release U3 by end of June and before the summer break but… . We got a couple events that delayed us a bit:
    • We ambitioned to use the new 3D format but we had issues (will give more details later)
    • The license / IP holder change
    • We had to rest a bit from the U1 and U2 rush…
• U3 - More than an update
  • Yes… Let’s say it out loud! This 4.37 update 3 will feel like a major release but won’t be one… .Since U2, around 380 code Pull requests have been done and we’re still counting! What does that mean? Well it means that we already have pushed more modifications than between 4.36.3 and 4.37.0! Some would argue that we should have named it as a major release but 4.38 is already booked for our new terrain release and we count on it… . From an asset perspective, not much will change visually but there are major braking changes…
• U3 - What to expect
  • The BML format
    This is a major breaking change that will need for creators to convert LOD 3DDB to the new BML format… . Internally, @Seifer and others worked hard to implement it in the current 4.37 branch and solved numerous bugs that were discovered during testing… . What will you gain? Well, this is a v1 of BML format that doesn’t support PBR but will help push the boundaries of higher triangles models and optimization of draw calls. You can expect better performance on more recent hardware but it is not possible to quantify it right now… .
  • ARH Logic (Active Radar Homing)
    I don’t count the debates around this but we hope coming to an end on this with something we believe plausible… . Maybe we won’t find anymore 150 pages threads around this
  • Campaign logic
    Well… This is not a surprise anymore, there have been posts by our new campaign expert that worked on make the engine planning missions better and manage a new acceptable level of risk (ALR) that people will be able to tune in the mission XML files. Other stuff for the campaign and fixes will come but I don’t want to spoil too much
  • The F-15 and other planes
    [Obviously there are a lot of new features for the F-15C coming up in U3 that will add more systems and will make it more usable but don’t consider it fully “ramp startable” yet… . Nevertheless, this opened the door for other planes and some will see basic level of implementation in this future update…
  • More fixes and MP stability
    Let’s state that the level of stability has reached levels never known before in Falcon history and we aim to continue that! Our goal is still to host a TvT after the summer once U3 is released and considered stable by the community… .
• 4.38 - What’s next?
  • This is a question we’re not able to answer right now but what I can tell is that we progressed further thanks to decideted people in the team that still continue to update objectives and maps for our new terrain engine. Obviously, the attention will shift to it after U3 is shipped. The first aim of U3 is to test the BML format and make sure we have this part correctly implmented before we shift the terrain engine… . Thus, I cannot give date for 4.38 becase the road is still long to a complete state. the finish line isn’t too far but it will be still some work before we are satisfied with a “releasable” version of it… . Anyway, thank you for your support and see you in the virtual skies!

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[Qawa]

FALCON BMS 4.37.4

(SOON)

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Falcon BMS 4.37.4

• Known Limitations / Issues
  Mirrors will only show once canopy closed
  Limitations with alpha sorting (you might see transparency issues in cloud, fog, trees, lights, …)
  F-15C: The HUD SYM switch is still tied to the drift CO callback. The clicks work fine, but the callback for the switch is wrong
  Due to format changes, the avionics configurator will not work anymore… Need to do it manually in *.txtpb format files
  For TE created before 4.37.4.0, please copy the “Te_New.l16.txtpb” to “My_mission_name.l16.txtpb”

• Breaking Changes
  As usual, Falcon BMS.cfg is restored to default
  Make sure you check your F-15C keyfiles (updates done)
  Flight Sim Data has changed to a new format (protobuf) and requires conversion (see tools folder)
  Issues to be expected with 3rd party mission editing tools due to new L-16 feature (e.g. Mission commander, WDP, …) -> Please contact respective authors for support

• Data Changelog
  
  • 3D & Textures changes:
    * Updated F-15C HUD SYM NORMAL REJECT switch (#724)
    * Added ladder to new PBR F-16C cockpits (#708)
    * Updated F-16 cockpit (#682)
    * Updated F15 models - SHOOT, SAM and AI lights + ICS (#679)
    * Fixed Empty Cockpit Shell (#677)
    * Fixed F-15C collision box and add hook (#674)
    * Added dedicated F-15C kneeboards (#672)
    * Fixed Models 2104 & 2105 LOD distances (#668)
    * Fixed Model 2104 LOD3 (#662)
    * Added effect named: $ac_explos_ground_less_trails (#638)
    * Updated F15 Cockpit - Volume Controls (#635)
    * Updated flare effect (#626)
    * Updated Minor ICP texture (#616)
    * Updated Aircrafts explosions effects (#605)
    * Updated Particle System to match Aircraft burning changes (#602)
    * Updated Particle System to improve debris effects (#598)
    * Updated shaders and materials for latest night lighting (#592)
    * Updated F-15C Model to PBR (#562)
    * Updated Texture, Material files and shaders for Fractal snow change (#560)
    * Updated AIM-9X to PBR Model (#557)
    * Updated F-16B to PBR Model (#536)
    * Updated AIM-120C textures (#533)
    * Updated Particle system (#534)
    * Fixed mirrors on F-18 variants (#530)
    * Updated F-16DM Cockpit for PBR F-16DM models (#529)
    * Updated F-16DM-40 and F-16DM-52 to PBR Models (#527)
    * Fixed F-16 Wingtip light (#528)
    * Fixed F-16 HUD Symbology Overlap (#525)
    * Fixed F-16 Airbrake (#518)
    * Updated F-16C-32 ROKAF to PBR model (#486)
    * Updated F-16 Model to PBR for Greek PXIII, PXIV and Korea Block 52 models. (#479)
    * Fixed F-16C Block 25 and Block 30 (#471)
    * Fixed F-16C Block 30 Textures, Wing Model and Speed Brake for latest PBR Models (#470)
    * Added F-15C new pilot model, callbacks and hotspots (#464)
    * Fixed IR terrain flashing (#461)
    * Fixed F-16 Cockpit Hotspot fix for ALT REL button, Altimeter Pressure Knob and 30 AGRS Test panel (#465)
    * Updated MLU Model, USAF Cockpit Hotspots, IAF and HAF Canopy, and Greek cockpit(#455)
    * Fixed F-16I w/o CFT upgraded MMC avionics. (#447)
    * Updated F-16C-50 HAF to PBR model (#453)
    * Updated F-16 Cockpits with MIDS Knob (#439)
    * Updated F-16A Block 15 to PBR model (#424)
    * Updated F-16CM Block 52 to PBR model (#423)
    * Updated Q-5II and Q-5N to PBR model (#421)
    * Updated MIG-19, J-6, J-6B to PBR model (#420)
    * Updated C-160T to PBR model (#419)
    * Updated C-160R NG to PBR model (#418)
    * Updated C-160D to PBR model (#417)
    * Updated C-17 to PBR model (#416)
    * Updated AIM-120 (all variants) to PBR model (#415)
    * Updated F-16C Block 25 to PBR model (#414)
    * Updated F-16C Block 32 to PBR model (#413)
    * Updated F-16C Block 30 to PBR model (#412)
    * Updated F-16CM Block 42 to PBR model (#411)
    * Updated F-16CM Block 40 to PBR model (#410)
    * Updated F-16CM Block 50 to PBR model (#409)
    * Updated C-160R_AG to PBR model
    * Added Mixed Reality Cockpit Cover Changes (#392)
  
  
  • UI changes
    * Added doghouse label on map (#629)
    * Updated Reset Buttons on DTC to the left to avoid accidentally clicking them when doing the click dance (#570)
    * Updated UI map (including TVT) with Iwami departure fixes (#468)
    * Fixed F-16 Campaign Squadron/Skin (#458)
    * Updated in game Tanker Menu
    * Added MIDS / L-16 Support in DTE / ATO
  
  
  • Flight Models changes
    * Fixed max F15 Buffeting AOA value to 30 instead of 55 (#505)
    * Updated F-16 Flight Model file for new PBR models (#495)
    * Updated flight models with Link 16 code (#456)
    * Fixed F-1 and T-2 MaxRange (#399)
  
  
  • Documentation changes
    * Updated Technical Manual (#735)
    * Added F-15 Training Missions(#705)
    * Added F-15C Training manual, Updated F-15C docs (#700)
    * Added Mixed VR models in documentation folder
    * Docs updates (L16 related) (#652)
    * Updated checklists (#606)
    * Updated Base documentation (#532)
    * Updated U4 wallpapers (#519)
  
  
  • Vehicle / Weapon changes
    * Added CATM missiles to additional F-16 and F-15 (#644)
    * Fixed loftable bombs (#627)
    * Fixed GSC bombs (#403)
    * Fixed center AA transparent for F-CK-1 (#397)
    * Fixed AS-4 and AS-6 missiles (#394)
    * Fixed Multiple models gun locations
    * Added MIDS / L-16 Support
  
  
  • Theater
    * Added Link16 Deploy Network Definition files (#696)
    * Fixed Campaign Save3.tri - win conditions
    * Fixed Suwon heading to match db values (#630)
    * Fixed tanker tacan 04D Training mission (#500)
    * Fixed TvT issues (#472)
    * Updated SEAD_EW training mission + PPT.ini (#469)
  
  
  • #### IVC
    * Added IVC hostname support and x86 removal (#535)
  
  
  • Sounds
    * Fixed Canopy close loop sound (#489)
  
  
  • Others
    * Updated Falcon Launcher to v2.4.1.8 (#566)

• Code Changelog
  
  • 3D Engine:
    * Fixed alpha of PBR afterburner at daytime to be half than what it is now - Afterburner was too strong for daytime. (#4063)
    * Fixed texture loading related CTD (#4048)
    * Fixed saturated sky (#4031)
    * Fixed airbase lights not working if server is in no render mode. (#4028)
    * Added g_bVRPredictFutureHeadMatrices , which predicts future frame VRHMD head matrix as it used to be but now disabled by default as it made head translation latency a lot. (#3652)
    * Fixed Cloud Lightning (#4015)
    * Updated NVG and FLIR (#3986)
    * Fixed races conditions during BML texture loading(#3909)
    * Fixed race condition during loading of RtModel. (#3917)
    * Fixed Aircraft explosion on the ground: If AC didn't yet took off, then we will know it now and produce an Aircraft explosion effect with less trails effect (#3826)
    * Added PBR Light flood support (#3795)
    * Fixed invisible Aircraft models problem. (#3768)
    * Added Aircraft burning effects (#3730) (#3716) (#3637) (#3627) (#3610)
    * Fixed MaterialManager::getMaterial with a mutex (#3689)
    * Fixed sky color not being limited and causing sometimes some crazy bloom due to too high brightness. Bug reported here, reproduced and fixed: (#3681)
    * Fixed for PS afterburners (Mostly important for ACs with more than 2 engines). (#3676)
    * Fixed possible bug for prop rotation (#3537)
    * Fixed Tree sunbath effect (#3542)
    * Added Fractal Snow Effects (#3447)
    * Fixed environment mapping not drawing ownship (#3390)
    * Fixed RTModel potential CTD. (#3392)
    * Fixed CTD during 3d initialization (#3375)
    * Fixed heat blur not working in VR (#3354)
    * Fixed HUD going out of frame in VR. (#3351)
    * Fixed and removed alpha locks to improve renderer performance (#3325)
    * Updated renderer thread performance by avoid preemptions (#3321)
    * Updated Shadows effects (#3307)
    * Added FXAA filtering mode (g_nPostAAMode 1 to enable/disable) (#2688)
    * Fixed Cloud Strobe / Landing Light calibrating (#2840)
    * Added OpenXR support (#2837)
    * Added Mixed Reality Cockpit Cover (#2694)
  
  
  • Weather Engine
    * Fixed clouds being fogged wrong (#3389)
    * Fixed clouds not beeing position at correct altitude when using Fmaps. (#3318)
  
  
  • Campaign Engine
    * Fixed AAA no more engaging. Make sure that Batallions do not shut their radar off in case no more sams available if they have AAA guns in the batallion (#4124)
    * Fixed loadout code loading mostly Mavericks-L for strike missions. (#4114)
    * Fixed Make sure that the radar dynamic bubble treshold is aligned with real detection capabilities of the player's radar and not only the nominal. Fixes the bug where Aggregated flight still appeared on the FCR (#4068)
    * Added new code for AWACS radar detection and L-16 (#4025)
    * Fixed CTD - Make sure we are an Aircraft before trying to cast a SimVehicle to AircraftClass (#3897)
    * Fixed SAM breaking a Missile Guidance even within min engagement range (#3846)
    * Fixed CTD in tankbrn (#3805)
    * Fixed ground vehicles stoping because on a "water tile"- but not actually close from water (#3414)
    * Fixed Fix Aircraft Spawning at crazy speed in DGF module (#3337)
    * Fixed out of fuel issue on match play (#3263)
    * Fixed Sams firing crazy number of missiles on a single target in some cases (#3056)
    * Added GPS jamming code against missiles (#3061)
    * Fixed CTD when player fails to join a flight (#2774)
  
  
  • AI Engine
    * Aded AWACS and Link16: Refactor random ID of contact by AWACS and aligns new ID based on Link16 Network (#4106)
    * Fixed Make sure all flight apply the same formation close / distant even when player is leader. The close formation code is triggered when #2 is closer than 800ft from leader (#4058) (#4018)
    * Fixed AI missile evasive manoeuver - AI were beaming instead of pumping in some cases (#4046)
    * Fixed AIM120 that could have no target when fired by AI and lost lock immediate after launch (#4017)
    * Fixed Fix JTAC beeing only working within unit bubble, limiting the use for units having small bubbles.
    - You can now contact the JTAC within 40NM (or bigger if standard bubble size is bigger) and it stays active within a 40NM range from the targeted unit. (#3882)
    * Fixed AI aircraft with Manual TEF in data unable to operate TEF outside takeoff and landing modes(#3872)
    * Fixed Aircrafts engaging Aggregated flights and wasting missiles (#3876)
    * Fixed AI shoot shoot doctrine. Fix AI always shooting 2 missiles (#3601)
    * Fixed AAR Boom Stifness (#3245)
    - Fix for jittering while AAR.
    - Fix easy and simplistic mode.
    - Simplistic will help you as soon as you are in position before connect
    - Easy will help you from 30ft out of position.
    * Updated AAR Tanker brain (#3413)
    * Fixed Tankers beeing stucked. Tanker queues are now monitored real time and self cleaning
    * Fixed AI loosing target in pure pursuit when contact speed and own speed were close (#3412)
    * Updated AI gun Aiming (#3277)
    * Fixed AI flying over target after missile attack or SDB attack (#3265)
    * Fixed AI unable to Release reliably bombs on moving targets. AI know anticipate ground vehicle movement for aiming (#3200)
    * Fixed AI Crashing into ground after RTB command (#3198)
    * Fixed Exploit with AI and AIM9 (#3182)
    * Fixed ECM for AI (#3155)
    * Fixed Blast avoidance logic (#2841)
    * Fixed AI attack altitude beeing too low with LD bombs (#2838)
  
  
  • ATC Engine
    * Fixed ATC Abort speed (#3271)
    - Set New Minimal Pattern Speeds , 200kts for fighters, 150 kts for heavies
    - Fix abort messages beeing send while nearly on runway or even on RUNWAYS_ARRESTOR_NBR
    - Fix landing clearance given then 5 seconds after abort
    * Fixed CTD ATCBrain disabled in Dogfight and Instant Action (#3251)
    * Updated ATC logic for sequencing
    * Fixed airbase ligthing not beeing synchro in MP in some cases (#2832)
  
  
  • UI Engine
    * Added ATIS to the DTC Presets freqs (#3894)
    * Fixed missions status evaluation code (#3809)
    - for Escort : consider only package flights fired by AIR and not GROUND
    - for SEAD escord : consider only package flights fired by GROUND
    - for BARCAP / CAPS : make sure we consider every target waypoints distance to check if too far from station. Maximum distance from a CAP waypoint is 40 NM
    * Fixed mission never success (partial success only) in case the flight team is allied only and not friendly
    * Added DogHouse to 2D MAP (#2023)
    * Added Link16 STN and Channel information in ATO for flights L16 capable only (#3431)
    * Updated unnecessary/unwanted camera labels shown at the top of the screen (#3384)
    * Added FPS visualisation and automatic benchmark (#3328)
    * Added hostname support to BMS & IVC (#3151)
    * Fixed resolution Dropdown doesn't update correctly after Adapter or Output selection (#3284)
    * Fixed Change Resolution CTD (#3266)
    * Fixed Duplication of Tacan channels for Tankers (#3260)
    * Added new DTE Page for Link16 capable aircraft (#3192)
    * Fixed imgui memory leak. (#2974)
  
  
  • Systems (F-16)
    * Fixed attack azimuth never worked right for JDAMs and WCMDs (#4130)
    * Fixed missile guidance when fired banked (#4120)
    * Fixed AnyFLCSWarning should not trigger AP FAIL and FID_STBY_GAIN_14 should trigger AP / FAIL (#4108)
    * Fixed TFR Roll Fly up following AP roll fix (#4107)
    * Fixed AP should only be inoperative when FID_FLCS_AP_FAIL_ is triggered, not any FLCS caution (#4096)
    * Fixed JDAM impossible to fill 360° as azimuth attack (#4067)
    * Fixed Fix Throttle beeing inactive in AP in some cases. (#4059)
    * Fixed possible mem corruption in AFM flutter (#3799)
    * Fixed Fix Flaperons exceeding their max values when TEF down. Fix TEF badly initialized for AFM on Ground (#3590)
    * Fixed multiple AP issues (roll, pitch, FLCS Fault logic) (#3496)
    - Fix Pitch AP Hiccups when taking a Altitude Reference. Fix altitude reference not beeing exactly matched
    - Fix ROLL autopilot , limited to 30 deg bank in STRG or HDG mode and smoother roll rate
    - APautoDisconnect triggers a PFL :FLCS A/P FAIL.. test number 050.. and Caution light : FLCS FAULT.
    - Reset with FLCS RESET
    * Fixed to make DMC cue on DLZ in HUD and MFD agree. (#3470)
    * Fixed AIM120 not tracking correctly in HOJ (#3322)
    * Fixed AHR in TWS mode - uncertainty box was badly positionned which was reducing the PG abnormaly (#3273)
    * Fixed MSMD DTE Load (#3255)
    * Fixed Hud mark issues. (#3248)
    * Fixed typo in TGT-TO-VRP page (#3165)
    * Updated GPS in Blocks 40-,42,50,52 and MLUs are powered by UFC directly (#3051)
    * Added Link16 network class, net class, aggregated PPLI and many member functions and fields (#3015)
    * Fixed Harpoons (And possibly other missiles maybe affected) not working (#3019)
    * Added missile guidance based on seeker type.
    * Fixed Hud DED/PFL Placement (#2975)
    * Added another VHF digit for MMC (#2958)
    * Fixed HUD Slant formatting in DGFT mode (#2916)
    * Fixed Mark Point in FCR mode placing random points outside FOV (#2915)
    * Fixed HUD ALOW Issues (#2891)
    * Fixed TBar not showing in hud when in Radar Alt mode (#2892)
    * Fixed RALT Box doesn't blink when in STBY mode and Auto is selected (#2890)
    * Fixed AOA and -2.5 degree line in different modes (#2858)
    * Fixed AIM9 Correlation showing when Master Arm is off (#2856)
    * Fixed DGFT Hud issues (#2853)
    * Fixed Hud Heading Postition in various modes (#2850)
    * Fixed Maddog targeting launcher aircraft at launch (#2822)
    * Added LAST field in the intraflight datalink page (DED) can be edited + new logic (#2789)
    * Fixed DED and PFL placement on F-16 HUD (#2753)
  
  
  • Systems (F-15C)
    * Added cage/uncage using coolie down in nav mode. (#4125)
    * Updated always flash velocity vector for the F15 when caged. (#4002)
    * Added F15s hud sym reject switch (#3991)
    * Added F-15C Stiffen Reject throttle button. (#3998)
    * Added F-15C Shoot lights logic (#3943)
    * Added F-15C AI and SAM activity lights logic (#3939)
    * Fixed F15 having GUN compensation (#3619)
    * Fixed callbacks names and respective logic: Coolie Left (=OUTBOARD) <-> Coolie Right (=INBOARD) (#3620)
    * Fixed Change of MRM priority (via Boat Switch), steps over all HP with MRMs correctly (#3495)
    * Fixed missing HUNG information for missiles on PACS (#3494)
    * Added constrained AA TD box to HUD (#3293)
    * Added SID BBR and OBR are now updated when SOI is VSD, SID remembers Zoom/Pos after Castle Up (#3278)
    * Added Type/Count/round to HUD Window2 (GUN, SRM, MRM) (#3274)
    * Added support for TDC commanded via analogic control (#3267)
    * Fixed SAF being displayed wrong on MFD bottom row (#3257)
    * Added AAR disconnect logic to AutoAcq press (#3244)
    * Added correct designated PDT symbol and heading vector for APG-63 in STT (#3238)
    * Added IFF callbacks for Coolie switch (#3233)
    * Added STT logic from Search mode, miniraster (#3218)
    * Fixed PUAC and LOW Warning in STRF Mode (#3185)
    * Added IFF callback logic, Mode 1 and 3 code logic (#3149)
    * Fixed ALTITUDE COVERAGE CIRCLES on radar display (#3073)
    * Added Mach/AOA, and G info to HUD (#3059)
    * Added OWNSHIP BEARING AND RANGE to SID (#3060)
    * Added bullseye BBR on SID is from cursor to current waypoint (#3007)
    * Added GUN AutoAcq mode and correct logic when selecting Gun (#2963)
    * Updated to remove highlight mode (not avail in APG-63) (#2962)
    * Added VSD AG grids (#2957)
    * Updated SAS (#2905)
    * Added SAS Pitch, Roll, Yaw switches logic (#2920)
    * Added JTIDS callbacks panel (#2908)
    * Added Link16 logic DOF F-15C Mission Channel (#2977)
    * Fixed paddle AP bug and release of weapons (#2897)
    * Added vertical scan auto acquisition radar mode logic, callback, HUD symbology (#2889)
    * Added long range boresight radar mode logic, callback, HUD symbology (#2878)
    * Fixed HUD Altitude tape showing wrong Altitude (#2877)
    * Fixed wrong HUD Altitude tape (#2879)
    * Added boresight mode logic, callback and HUD symbology (#2875)
    * Added positionable supersearch via TDC up and down (#2757)
  
  
  • Systems (Other Planes)
    * Fixed A10C CTD crash when using SimRadarRangeStepUp (#4078)
    * Fixed F-18 radar CTD when going from RWS to TWS with TMS right (#3262)
  
  
  • Others
    * Fixed pretty screenshot (#3835)
    * Added a server flag (g_bShortPickle) to enable/disable short pickles (#3757)
    * Updated keyboard input rate scaler based on frame rate (#3668)
    * Added server flag (g_bWeaponsBreak) to control weapon over-G/speed (#3650)
    * Added "head_translation_offset" parameters to 3dCkpit.dat to set head pos offset for different cockpits. (#3347)
    * Added SimMirrorToggle callback. (#3339)
    * Fixed Tacview: Only bump the timestamp on new frame (#3300)
    * Added MIDS callbacks for pit builders (#3304)
    * Added switch and callback to flip mirror on and off. (#3298)
    * Added GPS jamming strength factor and tacview logging. (#3077)
    * Added Tacview Real-time Telemetry (#3043)
    * Updated XInput LB+Y Cycle Mode changes function: only switch override states (#3049)
    * Added g_bVibrateXInput to vibrate XInput controller (#2954)
    * Updated OFM and AFM files for planes to protobuf format (#2999)
    * Added Show mouse cursor when in -norender (#2969)
    * Updated Show network window in -norender and fix g_bOnlinePlayersDisplayDefault (#2967)
    * Fixed Tacview heading for non-KTO theaters (#2857)

Bye
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Falcon BMS 4.37.5

• Known Limitations / Issues
• Mirrors will only show once canopy closed
• Limitations with alpha sorting (you might see transparency issues in cloud, fog, trees, lights, …)
• F-15C: The HUD SYM switch is still tied to the drift CO callback. The clicks work fine, but the callback for the switch is wrong
• Due to format changes, the avionics configurator will not work anymore… Need to do it manually in *.txtpb format files

• Breaking Changes
• As usual, Falcon BMS.cfg is restored to default
• Make sure you check your F-15C keyfiles (updates done)
• OpenXR Toolkit will NOT work and will cause BMS to crash (please remove / disable the tool as it is discontinued)

• Data Changelog
• Multiple documentation Updates (#973) (#987) (#996) (#1003) (#1004)
• Updated Launcher v2.4.1.18 - initial commit of BmsDisplayConfig applet (#995)
• Fixed Ka-50, Ka-50K and MD-500 sunk in the ground (#978)
• Fixed Helipad point data fix for sinking helicopters (#972)
• Added Messages for new logic to add donors on UI (#936)
• Added sound files for Python4/5 missiles growl and lock sounds: (#931)
• Updated AIM-9X darker head (Great work by Dema!) (#930)
• Updated ranges of all AWACS radars (e.g. E-3 is 430km for a Fighter-sized return) (#928)
• Updated Key Files (#905)
• Fixed DM-52 Seat Arm (#897)
• Removed ancient 2014-era DbgHelp.dll (#855)
• Updated F-16 PW MIL nozzle adjustment (#842)

• Code Changelog
• Added for beta testing ARM64EC compatible exe for Falcon BMS and Editor (in Bin/arm64 folder)
• Fixed save and restore sim windowpos, when in VR mode (#5473)
• Fixed potential issues on AI Ground attack (#5445)
• F15 : Adds new GEO Expanded to Castle Left and new logic for Castle Right to handle the SID (#5413)
• Fixed cluster bomb performance - reduce area reduction factor and respect BA and AD for WCMD (#5403)
• Fixed Multi-mon / DPI (#5416)
• UI: makes all edit fields insert by default (#5415)
• Fixed AG radar mfd brightness adjust when not SOI (#5410)
• Added code for AI AirGround Attack debugging (#5401)
• F-15: Adds OWN FCR targets, locklines and shotlines on SID, implements memory for already engaged targets with FOX3 (keeps flashing after cycling over tracks in TWS), update symbology for Link16 tracks on eagle, and remove FCR correlation (#5396)
• Link16: adds ShotLine for human J12_6 (#5394)
• Link16: fix logic MIDS power when power is lost during flight or when AI takes over after exiting 3D (#5389)
• Improved Multi-mon and High-DPI support (#5377)
• Added Display players on the Waiting screen for MP sessions (#5368)
• Link16: onboard correlation and drawing on b-scope for correlated tracks (#5382)
• Tacview: Rate-limit updates by sim time, not frames
• Link16: update correlation with FCR (part 1 of 2) (#5358)
• Fixed EXP labels on B-Scope-HSD and HAD: Should flash only and not invert (#5361)
• Link16: Adds Fighter Tracks logic - adds cancel message and shotlines, and more symbology (part4) (#5353)
• Link16: Adds Fighter Tracks logic - adds TOI symbology to HUD and HMCS (part3) (#5346)
• Link16: Adds Fighter Tracks logic, update J12.6 for human MIDS/JTIDS, adds PDLT logic for J12.6, add locklines logic and draw (part2) (#5338)
• Added Several quality of life upgrades to Falcon Editor (#5336)
• F-15: Fix Castle logic - Make castle aft toggle Formation Display (APG-63) (#5325)
• Debug Shaders, Material Sets in Editor (#4853) (#5323)
• Fixed ModelViewer crash (#5329)
• F-16: adds PDLT auto range logic (#5320)
• F-16 and Link16: adds hands-on donor selection via PDLT and ICP (#5313)
• F-15: Fix Castle logic - Make castle forward toggle TDC control between VSD and SIT display (APG-63) (#5310)
• Link16: Implements PPLI A (low rate) for Aggregated Flights (#5306)
• Link16 on UI: New logic to add donors on UI (adds flight, #1/2, #1,3, fills linear, keeps track last one added, does not wrap) (#5301)
• Fixed heat seekers launched in caged state but without a radar lock. After checking deeper, this kind of shots should be effectively very low chances. Old behavior - Missiles were giving caged lock tone and were following the target NP even though the diamo (#5263)
• Fixed very ungraceful CRT crash when key file contains scancode not in our expected set. (#5279)
• Link16: Adds Fighter Tracks logic, update J12.6 for AI and human MIDS/JTIDS, update draw functions with targetting source (part1) (#5265)
• F16: Fix mismatching of FCR arc and lines on HSD (reported by MIRV) (#5272)
• Fixed CTD when operating canopy whilst under a chute see https://forum.falcon-bms.com/topic/28452 (#5275)
• Added avionics changes for Python4/5: (#5237)
• Link16: Increase display ranges and fine tune AWACS track quality calculation (#5253)
• Link16 on HSD: adds new logic for L16 declutter: Surv Tracks, Fighter Tracks, Threat Rings, Air IDM tracks (part 3 and final) (#5244)
• Link16 on HSD: adds new draw functions for OSB labels for CNTL Page1 and Page2, refactor logic to enter in new CNTL pages (part 2) (#5236)
• Link16 on HAD: Draw Air tracks on HAD, apply declutter logic (#5233)
• User-mode spinwait (instead of Sleep) to control simloop timing. (#5231)
• Link16 on FCR: Adds A-A FCR Data Link Display Options via COMM IN and OUT, New logic for L16 platforms, new symbology, declutter b-scope (#5224)
• Link16: Improve dash sizes for surveillance tracks (not correlated) (#5226)
• Link16 on HSD: refactor HsdState cases to expand for Link16 declutter options (part 1) (#5215)
• Fixed g-load wingflex (#5207)
• Link16 on HAD: adds Friendly Declutter Level - logic and label for OBS8 (#5211)
• Link16: Adds Declutter symbology on HUD/HMCS when NAV mode and Gear Down with COMM OUT (#5199)
• Fixed TTS - when in TTS and tms up on new target, make that the secondary target instead of going into STT on the primary (#5197)
• Tacview: Fix bullseye coordinate format (#5042)
• Eliminate dep on ancient DbgHelp.dll - to avoid conflict with modern 2nd party DLLs (OpenXR et al). (#5147)
• Asymmetrical frustum + FFR (#5080)
• Restore overwritten config var for 3d pit button hover detect tuning (#5062)
• Upgraded OpenXR loader SDK (#5078)
• Harden g_nAdditionalWorkers to avoid int3 crash and badly sized threadpool (#5064)
• Improved HMCS fine alignment procedure (#5003)
• SimHotasPinkyShift Double Press Manager (SimHotasPinkyShiftLegacy for legacy callback) (#4941)

Bye
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Falcon BMS 4.37.6

• Known Limitations / Issues
• Mirrors will only show once canopy closed
• Limitations with alpha sorting (you might see transparency issues in cloud, fog, trees, lights, …)
• F-15C: The HUD SYM switch is still tied to the drift CO callback. The clicks work fine, but the callback for the switch is wrong
• F-15C: Issues might appear with TACAN
• Due to format changes, the avionics configurator will not work anymore… Need to do it manually in *.txtpb format files

• Breaking Changes
• As usual, Falcon BMS.cfg is restored to default
• Make sure you check your F-15C keyfiles (updates done)
• OpenXR Toolkit will NOT work and will cause BMS to crash (please remove / disable the tool as it is discontinued)

• Data Changelog
• Updated Documentation - VR Guide - F-15C Manual (#1046)
• Fix: missing textures on the F-16DG Block 30 and 40 Israeli wing model (#1037)
• Fix: RSAF F-16D-52 Wing tip light (#1032)
• Fix: Helipad point data reversed Z-axis (#1017)

• Code Changelog
• Fix: save/restore 3d cockpit fov. (#5605)
• Added FPS detailed framerate (#5609)
• Fix: ctd on Helibrain when carrier is sunk and helicopter sets the landing position (#5598)
• Fix: panning when paused (#5575)
• Fix: tacan (#5580)
• Fix: AI operating TEF during combat while they shouldn't (regression from Heavies stucked flaps fix) (#5552)
• Fix: VisIgnature in eyeball - fiw AI loosing visual when it shouldnt , particularly in DGF (#5538)
• Fix: HMCS display with correct bearing/slant range/horizontal range, fixes HUD JETT display (#5526)
• Restores fov loading on runtime for custom views (#5534)
• Fix: PPT.ini, more than 255 entries - warn and discard, instead of crash. (#5508)
• Fix: CTD when crashing/dying while EyeFly was enabled (#5502)
• Fix: F-15C Auto-Acq switch DOWN not working with slipway open (reported by Saint) (#5519)
• Fix: PLDT auto range zooming too much when after expanded mode 1 or 2, the PDLT is not within the HSD's FOV (#5516)
• Fix: fighter track being not removed if pilot changes the flight/team/donor manually (#5509)
• Fix: Restores the head tilt of the 3d view with the 2nd press to the U4 value (#5491)
• Fix: Restores the EFOV window (#5490)
• Fix: only save/restore sim windowpos when doing VR companion window. (#5498)

Bye
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Falcon BMS 4.37.7

• Known Limitations / Issues
• Mirrors will only show once canopy closed
• Limitations with alpha sorting (you might see transparency issues in cloud, fog, trees, lights, …)
• F-15C: The HUD SYM switch is still tied to the drift CO callback. The clicks work fine, but the callback for the switch is wrong
• F-15C: Issues might appear with TACAN
• Due to format changes, the avionics configurator will not work anymore… Need to do it manually in *.txtpb format files

• Breaking Changes
• As usual, Falcon BMS.cfg is restored to default
• OpenXR Toolkit will NOT work and will cause BMS to crash (please remove / disable the tool as it is discontinued)

• Data Changelog
• adds F-15C Squadron to Bear Trap campaign at Gunsan AB (#1316)
• Feature lights in hangars and posts (#1237)
  Untracked:
• reduced parallelism (g_nWorkerSizeHint from 100 to 300) to reduce pressure on renderer thread.

• Code Changelog
• Fix For CATM hitting targets #5690 (#6109)
• Save GPU by drawing only objects in view during shadow passes (#6051)
• Improves render performance by caching parsed material sampler states (#6003)
• Improves render thread performance (#5964)
• Improves lights performance by caching small object lights (#5944)
• Fixes a CTD when crashing/dying while EyeFly was enabled (#5737) (#5806)
• FeatureLights on/off logic (#5803)
• Implements feature lights (#5728)
• Fixes JTAC call CTD when JTAC is not available (#5752)
• Change priority of lights related to the player and the camera (#5683)

Bye
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Falcon BMS 4.37.8

• Known Limitations / Issues
• Mirrors will only show once canopy closed
• Limitations with alpha sorting (you might see transparency issues in cloud, fog, trees, lights, …)
• F-15C: The HUD SYM switch is still tied to the drift CO callback. The clicks work fine, but the callback for the switch is wrong
• F-15C: Issues might appear with TACAN
• Due to format changes, the avionics configurator will not work anymore… Need to do it manually in *.txtpb format files

• Breaking Changes
• As usual, Falcon BMS.cfg is restored to default
• OpenXR Toolkit will NOT work and will cause BMS to crash (please remove / disable the tool as it is discontinued)

• Data Changelog
  • CTD and Stability fixes
  • Fixes bad casts related to flights that land on squadron waypoints
  • Fix RemoveFromSorted Memory Issue
  • Fix bomb bay weapons CTD
  • Fix F16 cursor being corrupted in AMD video cards
  
  
  • Gameplay fixes
  • Fix Radar lock break when chaffs released by multiple contacts
  • Fix bug where AI #2 was unable to contact in MP on Drogue Refuel
  • Fix AI ground avoidance missing terrain edges
  • Fix AI fluttering surfaces
  • Fix AI droping Chaffs and Flares at each new RWR contact , in particular close
  • Moves ApplyColorFilter from Render3D to Render2D (bad cast)
  • Fix CTD in tanker brain code
  
  
  • Performance changes
  • Increase Sim and Render thread performance by making material reads without locks.
  • Improves simthread performance by making LightManager constructor slightly cheaper.
  • Improve sim thread performance by making LightManager very lightweight
  
  
  • Other:
  • Warns flight when leaving station area (gameplay option): requires `set g_bAwacsGameplayMessages 1`
  • BMS Hash checker v1.1 - case insensitive search
  • Tacview: Always record all properties
  • Fix editor not saving feature lights

Bye
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Falcon BMS 4.38.0

• Known Limitations / Issues
  All previous tools made for 4.37 and previous versions are not suited for Falcon BMS 4.38
  WDP and MC support limited… (Not maintained)
  F4Editor (Config.exe) and Avionics Configurator (Avionics Configurator.exe) are not compatible with current format and are depreciated
  Cities are mostly generic and will not match real world layout
  GPS positioning compared to real maps might not be accurate
  Activate grass on map at your own risks (May cause Heavy FPS drops)
  Zooming too much in the UI map might result in strange behaviour
  F-15C limited knob functionality (not all knobs rotate but they do work)
  There might be some objects flickering at distance (ant march or similar)
  Not all parking locations are suited for all planes
  Not all SAM capable sites are suited for all SAM / AAA types
  Some Airbases have no objects yet (Incheon)
  Some Dawn / Dusk lights issues can occur under specific conditions (still investigating)
  Events in the campaign might show bridges recaptured even if no units (scenery bridges)
  Trees are not yet subject to seasonal changes

• Breaking Changes
  All previous theaters, mods or assets prepared for 4.37 are not compatible! DO NOT MOD 4.38
  OpenXR Toolkit will NOT work and will cause BMS to crash (please remove / disable the tool as it is discontinued)

• Data Changelog
  • COCKPITS
    • General F-16 Cockpit update (PBR):
      - F-16C-32 ROKAF
      - F-16C-50 PXII
      - F-16C-52 PXIII
      - F-16C-52 ROKAF
      - F-16C-52+ PXIV
      - F-16CM-40
      - F-16CM-42
      - F-16CM-50
      - F-16CM-52
      - F-16CM-52 TB
      - F-15C Cockpit Update (PBR)
  
  
  • MODELS
    • - Multiple updates to F-16 AM / 32 / 40 / 42 / 50 / 52 Families
      - Mig-29A
      - Mig-29S
      - AN-2
      - J-11
      - J-16
      - J-15
      - SU-30 SM2
      - Su-30 MKK
      - Su-30 MKM
      - Su-33
      - SU-27
      - KF-21
      - Saetbyol-9 UAV
      - MD-500
      - CH-47 Update
      - New external B-52 Racks
      - AGM-88
      - AGM-84E
      - GBU-62
      - Spice 2000
      - F-16 Tanks (300 / 600)
      - Multiple PBR F-16 racks (LAU)
      - Multiple PBR AGM65 models
      - Multiple PBR chinese Racks
      - Multiple PBR Soviets Racks
      - Multiple PBR Russian Weapons (provided by the community)
      - PL-15
      - PL-17
      - YJ-12
      - Multiple F-16 pods: AAQ-13 / AAQ-14 / AAQ-28
      - Python4/5
      - AIM-9X / L / P
      - KAB-250LG-E
      - UPAB-1500B
      - MK-82
      - MK-84
      - CBU-87
      - CBU-103
  
  
  • TERRAIN / MAP
    • - Airbases (With a lot of custom objects & Shelters with dynamic lights)
      - Airstrips
      - SAM sites
      - Ports
      - Factories
      - Hi-resolution Height maps
      - Water Maps
      - Forest Maps
      - 4K ground tiles (16K available upon download)
      - 4K Night tiles
  
  
  • New Campaigns / Training / Missions
    • - 4 campaigns based on legacy but revamped with new unit placements and scenarios
      - Revamped Trainings (F-16 / F-15)
      - Revamped Missions (F-16 / F-15)
  
  
  • UI
    New UI: Complete revamp (New Look)
  
  
  • OTHERS
    New 4k converter tool (for users that want to save VRAM)
    RTTRemote & BMSFlightData: updated to support FalconSharedMemoryArea2 v21

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Falcon BMS 4.38.1 (Update 1)

• Known Limitations / Issues
  Mirrors will only show once canopy closed
  Limitations with alpha sorting (you might see transparency issues in cloud, fog, trees, lights, …)
  Due to format changes, the avionics configurator will not work anymore… Need to do it manually in *.txtpb format files

• Breaking Changes
  As usual, Falcon BMS.cfg is restored to default
  OpenXR Toolkit will work but is NOT recommended (SDK is not supported anymore)

• Important Notes
  Graphics Options Major Changes:
  • The values in the config variables are integers and represent multipliers of 1024 (So 1 means 1024, 2 means 2048, 4 means 4K, 8 8K etc etc).
    The values are “limiters”, but they cannot set a texture size. So e.g the default value of all the config variables is actually 32. Which means 32K (DDS max values is 16K anyway, but 32 is a safety value for the future) and basically says: No texture size is limited – That is the default behavior. So if you aren’t specifying any of the config variables in your config file, the behavior is same as it was so far (Without using the script)
    The following 2 config variables don’t exist anymore and will have no effect (As now the same functionality can be achieved by the new config variables):
    • g_bNewTerrainPhotorealForce4KTiles
      g_bNewTerrainProceduralUse1024Textures
    
    
    The config variables and their meaning:
    g_nTerrainPhotorealMaxTexRes – The max size of the terrain textures. The options are:
    • 16 – If you have the 16K tiles, the highest res will be used.
      8 – If you have the 16K tiles, they will be used but with at a lower res, You can think of this as an intermediate option
      4 – If you have the 16K tiles but want them disabled. If the 16K tiles don’t exist then 4 is the only option and will be used no matter what you set here.
    
    
    g_nTerrainProceduralsMaxTexRes – Resolution of the procedural terrain textures. The default is 2 (So 2K), you can use 1 if you want a lower res (And a little better performing) procedural texturing.
    g_nCockpitMaxTexRes – Not really “cockpit” textures only, but basically every LOD that has only a single LOD in folder will be affected here. Valid values are 8, 4, 2, 1. You should know that 2K is already too low for the new cockpits, I suggest to not go lower than 4K.
    g_nModelsMaxTexRes – All 3D models that aren’t cockpits – Valid values are again 8, 4, 2, 1.
    g_sTexturesLODPreset – For easier use if someone would like to setup everything at once, this option can be used. Every value of this variable except the default “Custom” will override all the above variables. The options and their meaning are:
    • “High” – Same as the default, everything is highest setting.
      “Medium” – Terrain 8K, Procedurals 1K, Cockpit 4K, models 4K
      “Low” – Terrain 4K, Procedurals 1K, Cockpit 4K, models 2K
      “Custom” (Default value) – Everything will be decided by each variable.
    
    
    Note1: Converted textures will now be reverted before update
    Note2: 16k textures are now spiltted into 8k tiles automatically when entering campaign or TE. You can also download 16k tiles (v2) from torrent.
  
  
  AI egagement logic improvement:
  • Shoot Shoot code and Missile distance engagement:
    Missile Fire is now probabilistic between min and max values that are depending in the BVR profile chosen (offensive or defensive) and depending on then number of missiel LEft.
    In defensive, expect AI to fire at longer distance than in offensive.
    With few missile left, AI will try to fire close to Rne.
  
  
  BVR tactics upgrade:
  • AI are now able to execute skate manoeuvers correctly.
    Some BVR tactics have been debugged as some of them were ending in deadlock or infinite pure pursuit
    AI are now able to abort a chase , particularly when entering into hostile territory. AI should abort after a few minutes or pursuit in Hostile territory if Target has remained cold during the pursuit.

• Data Changelog
  Fix F-15 cockpit Radio 2 preset window digits wrong reference point (#1619)
  Rework the TvT campaign (#1618)
  Fix black spots on converted DDS textures from 8k to 4k (#1617)
  Update launcher to v2.4.2.5 (#1613)
  F-15 Cockpit PBR for kneeboard and comm cards (#1611)
  Fixed Hotel Ryugyong hotel (#1612)
  F-15C Cockpit Model HSI Development (#1608)
  Docs update for Update 1 (#1603)
  Updated Benchmark TE (#1609)
  Training mission fixes (#1604)
  New F-35 frags (#1605)
  F-15C Cockpit G-meter Min/Max Needles (#1601)
  Updated to latest FlightData.h and IVibeData.h (#1602)
  F-15: Remove Lock/Countermeasures Voice Messages (#1600)
  New PBR textures for: (#1593)
  Realistic F-15 Voice Messages (#1588)
  New modern era campaign (years 2018+) and multiple campaigns fixes (#1586)
  Integration of F-35A (#1584)
  Port Slavyanka Feature update (#1583)
  PL-17 and AA-13 behaviour (#1581)
  Fixes on R-77 (AA-12) missile PBR textures
  AL v2.4.2.3 - minor fix for new RTT togglebutton (#1580)
  F-15 Cockpit TACAN fixes (#1578)
  PBR update to Opfor hangars (#1576)
  Fix F16 CFT (#1577)
  SU-30 SM2 Textures & model upgrade (#1573)
  J-20 Textures Upgrade (#1571)
  PL-15 FM Rework (#1568)
  R37-M Dedicated flight data (#1550)
  AL v2.4.2.2 - UX update and MahApps.Metro/ControlzEx dependencies (#1565)
  Make nws_dof_multiplier_for_ai default 0 for those who where not setup (#1563)
  Fix SA-20 Symbol conflicting with Mirage 2000 (#1562)
  F16 data for the upgrade Fuel transfer modeling (#1561)
  Fix Rafale-C Gun fire Light attenuation value was set to 0 and caused crazy lighting bug on NT shader
  Add J-15T aircraft (#1557)
  New 3D Enhanced Features for airfield assets (#1559)
  Fixup default cfg params - some from 4.37 were missing in 4.38 (#1558)
  Update AL and BMS Display Config util (#1556)
  Fix CFT icon showing when Set by HQ removed in Squadron Info (#1555)
  Campaign: Fix CAS/BAI/SAA/PRE-CAS missions settings (#1554)
  SA-20 (S-300-PMU1) Integration (#1541)
  F-16 Cockpit Update for internal lights code change (#1552)
  Fix Seosan trees near runway 21L (#1549)
  F-15 key file naming and description changes (#1548)
  Fix for broken multimon config tool (issues/6545) (#1545)
  F-15C Cockpit Update: (#1538)
  Manos F-16 cockpit hotspot updates (#1536)
  Updated Night tiles - Should be stronger/better now.
  F-15C Cockpit fixes (#1535)
  Toksan AB : features update (#1531)
  Fix PL-15 missile pointer (#1532)

• Code Changelog
  Tacview: Fix missing comma for ejected crews (#6786)
  Fix hold-GlanceForward while headtracking, or padlocked (#6784)
  Fix issue with wind direction report (#6782)
  AI BVR tactic upgrade (#6778)
  Recenter, Pause and POV/mouselook-while-paused for OpenTrack users (#6767)
  F-15C g-meter min/max needles + g-meter reset callback (#6763)
  Increase score (during squadron selection) for stealth AC doing DEAD (if they're capable for ARO_GA (ground attack). (#6758)
  Improve AI tactics for Fox 3 launch (#6757)
  • - Improve the missile Fire Range decision for AI based on current BVR tactic.
    - Improve the Shoot Shoot doctrine
  
  Fix some issues with season alignement in UI and game (#6756)
  Fix FDL filter logic when SYM LIMIT leads to removal of FLIGHT members. (#6753)
  Fix for Wind briefing (#6742)
  Improved PS particles look at the distance (especially will be noticeable with distanced smoke stacks).
  • - Distanced particles will have less alpha and some twist of colors in order to try and adjust for the Atmos colors, because the usual Atmos
  scattering function doesn't work well with particles.
  Allow recenter command to recalibrate X/Y axes too (#6736)
  Protect against dangling pointer (#6731)
  Allow adjustment, or opt-out, of default deadband for pitch/roll/yaw axes (#6729)
  CPU optimization in heavy environement (#6720)
  • - Rework AI and campaign logic to be asynchronous from sim cycle and refresh only when needed
    - Major CPU gains expected for heavy CPU tasks (especially campaigns)
  
  Tune init/grow/max allocations for TlsFrameAllocator (#6721)
  Increase performance by asynch targetselection and sensorfusion (#6725)
  ACMI processing in an external process: (#6716)
  • - Can be triggered via config "g_bExternalTacview"
  
  Fix CFT beeing wrongly checked (#6712)
  Fix tacan and radio init on F-15 .. no UFC/ICP, and no UHF (#6711)
  Fix for FLIR crash (#6708)
  Make sure Takeoff is denied if OH landing flight is within 3 NM. (#6677)
  Hopefully help with Photoreal loading stutters
  AI wait after drop for laser weapons (#6669)
  Fix AI turning off nose steering at spawn (#6670)
  Fix SA-20 Symbol conflicting with Mirage 2000 (#6668)
  Fix AI flying over target after IAM bombs dropped (#6666)
  Nav info missing from MANual bombing mode (#6667)
  Photoreal tiles - Smooth the appearance when tiles are being loaded, so (Hopefully) there will be no visual artifacts (Tiles flickering)
  Feature: Fix fuel transfer logic for internal and external tanks (#6665)
  Remove ACM SLEWable min/max altitudes on BORE cross for non-MMC jets. (#6661)
  Small fix for attack steering cue (#6659)
  Re-instate FCC Strafe pipper for non-MMC a/c (#6658)
  Separate the view-down angle cfg for TrackIR vs mouselook (#6657)
  Fix AAA engaging wihout LOS or Radar Guidance (#6628)
  Tacview: Fix crash on missing team (or color) (#6646)
  Slant Range, TTG, bearing info spacing fix (#6652)
  Updated TGP/FLIR cooling and gimbal limit (#6650)
  Tacview: Show callsigns *and* player names (#6643)
  Fix g_nNewTerrainHiresTilesDistKM so setting it to 0 will disable Hires tiles for terrain
  Remove config variable g_bNewTerrainUseHiresTiles, it has no effect on anything. Hires tiles activity is depending on: g_nNewTerrainHiresTilesDistKM (Set it to 0 for disabling Hires entirely...)
  Fix false-positive int3 assert when running into view-limit bump stops (#6641)
  Fix broken Module List crash-handler output on 64-bit OS (#6635)
  Fix for TrackIR freezing in back-left azimuth pov (#6626)
  Fix RTT event-reset (#6620)
  Cleanup some old or unused flags
  QoL: add much requested pitch-offset feature, missing from TrackIR (#6622)
  Fix potentially slow Recon screen in UI.
  Fix broken TrackIR x y z (#6619)
  Campaign: Adds PlanAirSupportOperations to ATM (#6613)
  F-16 Interior lights knobs will work as DOFs now. Every light knob tick will be 10th of the entire DOF cycle.
  Cleanup buggy TrackIR diagnostic code, clarify vcock code, and remove some deadcode (#6609)
  Prevent string overrun when AOA is -100 (#6611)
  Cleanup bad cast of int-ref to float-ref (thankfully it appears to be a dead codepath) (#6606)
  SA-20 (PMU1) RWR Integration (#6581)
  Fix TargetList Range (#6605)
  • - Make TargetList distance fixed for players to avoid RWR blinking with Radar range
    - Increase target list range for AI
  
  Fix JFS / Canopy logic (#6603)
  • - Fix JFS going off in case canopy was stopped mid openened
    - JFS can be stopped only if canopy is MOVED while START switch has been activated and the JFS has not yet fully started (green lamp)
  
  Prevent Shrubs and Grass from generating too close to the edge of a theater where the edge fog starts to engage.
  TGP - Fix entering into RATES tracking due to range to track point while in AA mode
  Fix AI dont lower Launch Bar if not on a catapult equipped carrier (#6598)
  Fix fog color on TGP when looking beyond the edge world, being green MFD color on IR MFDs rather than the natural fog color
  Fix HMS showing double minus sign on altitude number when flying below MSL
  Fix Double HUD for some headsets (G2, Pimax mainly) (#6600)
  Some adjustments to procedural terrain texturing - Reduce the intensity with altitude a bit.
  Fix: Restores the head tilt of the 3d view with the 2nd press to the U4 value (#5491) (#6593)
  Make release of SimWheelBrakes key less instantaneously jarring / bouncey (#6591)
  Fix Fix bug of aircraft spinning in-definitively at low speed with full NWS (#6595)
  Fix Tree collision logic (#6594)
  • - Tree collision is now using multiple hitbox collision. Each tree has it's own collision box as well.
    - Added a chat command .debugb to display the boundary box of the closest tree (when flying close 3 radius)
  
  Update to GCI alert Code (#6589)
  Make force-feedback deadband a cfg param (#6590)
  Fix: Restores the EFOV view (#5490) (#6592)
  Some color adjustments to terrain, should be more accurate now, less shades/brightness changing from procedural textures.
  Terrain 16K tiles optimization:
  • - Reduce (automatically) the size of the 16K tiles to 8K
    - The code will check if 16K tiles exist and will do the splitting at load. The splitting is totally lossless.
    - After the splitting, the 8K tiles will reside in the 16K folder but will be many more and each with smaller size. The original 16K tiles will be deleted during the process.
    - The 16K tiles will cover now less ground but it'll not be practically noticed. So quality will stay the same.
  
  Reduce tiling factor of Rocks slope texturing
  Static Textures LODing options.
  • - Implementation of new code that will allow loading lower mipmaps of textures by a some new configuration variables that each will specify a multiplier in units of 1024 pixels (i.e K-Pixels).
    - The purpose of this change is mostly for helping low/medium systems with VRAM and GPU performance.
  
  Fixes for Triple-mon setups (#6580)
  Fix Tree Collisions not applying max damage (#6573)
  Fix FCC when Below Target Altitude (#6568)
  Fix CTD for DROP_METHOD (#6575)
  Fix Shower Clouds (#6574)
  APG63: Fix CTD due to out-of-bonds index on the number of bars when entering the TWS mode from STT. (#6567)
  Modify new threadpool class to use same fp model and SEH safety net, as rest of our threads. (#6571)
  Make AI more reactive on the brakes when emergency braking needed (collisions) (#6569)
  Allow public versions to run the debug window in 3D world...
  Fix TGP MFD showing double minus sign when altitude of the trackpoint is negative.
  add new material "PBR-Dither" (#6540)
  Try to smooth the Photoreal and Hires Tiles loading by NT.
  • - When updating tiles we will use a D3D11 DeferredContext object to record the commands and then execute them on the ImmediateContext when Render thread loop is starting.
  
  Little help with Stutters at cases when terrain is loading resources in the background.
  Fix Tacview coordinates in NT (#6552)
  Make sure AI refuses to answer a Rejoin call while lazing , second call will override (#6558)
  Prevent Ground vehicle stacking (#6555)
  Weather probabilistic intervals: Reduce the max probabilistic interval from 60 to 30 minutes (#6551)
  Fix Aircraft Leaders spawning in too small parking pt while some of them are wide enough to be taken (#6550)
  Fix ATC menu chocks /EPU grayout (#6549)
  Fix 45 deg LOFT CCRP bombing by taking into account prediction of speed loss during the pull and improve accuracy of predicted angle (#6544)
  CTD fix for FindLegit (#6542)
  Option to define the NewTerrain directory from an external folder/drive. (May help Development/testing team that need to have both Internal and public version)
  Fix fly button not active in DGFmodule (#6523)
  Fix HSI waypoint / tacan heading with mag declination (#6524)
  Fixed air display is sticky to camera view direction when the plane has an mirror (#6531)
  SSE2 Compiler Architecture usage will now be used on all x64 builds.
  • - Only SSE4.2 supporting CPUs will be able to run BMS

Bye
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