A-10C in 1980s Syria

I hopped on the Blue Flag Syria 80s mission server and took on several objectives with a restricted payload and equipment, and boy did I have a ton of fun on this one!!
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Game: DCS A-10C warthog
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I stream from time to time at:
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My PC Specs:
I9-9900K
GTX 1080ti
Corsair 64GB DDR4
Kraken X62 AIO
Phantek Enthoo Evolv case
ASUS ROG Maximus X Hero
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Songs used:
Brendon Moeller - Apparent Solution
Tigerblood Jewel - The Bayou
Peter Crosby - A Woman Like You (Instrumental Version)
Kenzo Almond - Hollow Head
Will Harrison - Ballin Blues
It Is Such A Good Night- The Charlie Steinmann Orchestra & Singers (remix by ThaKniceOne9287)

[@BunkerFox]

15:00 Wow, you're really good at roleplaying as an A10 pilot with that attack on friendlies. =p

[@bwn2k532]

too soon 😫

[@steffennilsen2132]

very thematic for the region

[@bodhiderrick3515]

i know I am pretty off topic but does anybody know a good place to watch newly released movies online?

[@bodhiderrick3515]

@Phoenix Fox thank you, signed up and it seems to work =) I appreciate it!

[@phoenixfox9713]

@Bodhi Derrick you are welcome :)

[@gelatinoussire7772]

14:55 Me: "That looks like a Chaparral . . . " Ralfi: "Wait a minute- "

[@OfficialUSKRprogram]

I was like "The Syrians have Chaparrals? huh, the more you know"

[@Hotaru-jp]

Ralfi " i came here to laugh at you".

[@deadbane]

Back in the day they had spotters flying around for targets! Great biography to read is “hogs in the sand” btw.

[@prancer1803]

Reading the book myself actually. Was prep to try to get into a guard/reserve unit honestly...

[@IRoNCLaW]

I must say this. Your videos are outstanding. I’m not talking only about content and clarity, but also quality of how it’s delivered. Exceptional especially compared to the other major players in content creation. Don’t ever change your style of story telling man. It’s excellent.

[@ralfidude]

Glad you like them!

[@viktorvik13]

15:17 to 15:32 historically accurate A-10 pilot during the golf war

[@RallyRallyRally]

“Golf war” Is that trumps version of the Gulf War?

[@pickledblowfish6178]

My favorite part is when the brits demanded all a10 support be suspended because of all the blue on blue.

[@noahhastings6145]

@@RallyRallyRally At least Biden has the sense to just give the A-10s to the enemy so it's not Blue on Blue.

[@shaunkeith4087]

I was watching this like man, what does he have the AI skill set to? nothings engaging him. XD

[@Louzahsol]

@@RallyRallyRally nah that’s the one Cheney wanted

[@mustangbr8074]

Hey Ralfi! I'm no specialist, but Blue Flag was my go-to server when my stick wasnt broken... About the FARPS:You don't need to destroy the towers, the FARP goes "Neutral" when all units inside of it are killed, and then usually "Defenders" spawn, to capture the base for your team those defenders also have to die (unless the base was alredy yours and the other team neutralized it, then you can just recap) I recommend using their gadget through the Browser to check the status on the bases and have a better idea of what's going on in the mission Edit: Yep! You should check the gadget to know which bases are yours XD

[@emkaes7625]

The quality of your intros is becoming better and better with every video, 100% worth a like and I didn't even see the rest of the video. Dobra robota!

[@izard8207]

My day just got a lot better

[@jvk35]

Same

[@georgetaylor8654]

The thing is...did we ask?

[@BOTiTTE]

Did the video not play for you?

[@yannisl8259]

@@georgetaylor8654 yes

[@Johnny_OSG]

3:36 holy f that rocked just did you a harcut

[@bilobatedrip8314]

Had to rewind lol didnt know if i saw that right

[@NotEvenDeathCanSaveU]

14:55 Nice "career ender" simulation you did there :D

[@henryoshea4951]

You gotta fly the Su-25A on this server. It's a blast!

[@flighttherapybullisticfpv133]

Haha I got into DCS to fly the A-10 and ended up falling in love with the Su-25/25t. That squat little Russian scrapper is an absolute beast for CAS and SEAD. So cool to see the Russians using both those planes (su-25ub/TM/SM, the T variant was actually more of a proof-of-concept for later variants) in Syria right now. You can find some amazing footage of their operations in 2019/2020, makes for awesome material to design missions around lol

[@ShadeAKAhayate]

@@flighttherapybullisticfpv133 Sadly, Su-25 in DCS is an early model, lacking proper HUD and such. But yes, it's a hell of a plane to play, along with A-10. And the biggest bonus is it's in human language -- meters, kilometers, meters per second, kilograms, etc. Also, its ordinance is also very easy to discern by type and caliber!

[@flighttherapybullisticfpv133]

@@ShadeAKAhayate The Su-25T in the game is very similar to TM and SM variants in service today. I think the schkval display is on the left side in the TM/SM models, but other than that its very similar. I prefer to fly the 25T simply because it has the ability to use precision weapons, but the su25 can be super fun too, especially flying with friends

[@DasIllu]

Makes you wish there was a fully fleshed out A-10A module. I mean, i love the "C" to bits, but i can't get my self to commit 60% of my lousy brain to deal with any simulation that goes beyond "that clockmaker's shoppe". The maximum i can tolerate is a crappy CRT on the right hand side of the cockpit.

[@Gong030]

A clickable A-10A with binoculars would be the most 1980s CAS and tank busting experience possible.

[@Dasolskinn]

Leaving smoking wrecks on the battlefield, even if it's friendlies

[@DrssaFerri]

Ralfy as usual amazing with the Gun and the Bombs in the A10, those double targets were really impressive!

[@jayroo71]

You know your flying old school when you have dts upload on your right screen the whole flight. Nice vid Ralfi

[@og-bleistift]

I was watching a drewski video with you in it and came here after that... This channel is one of those things where you don't know that you need it, untill you find it. I have been watching way too much of your content over the past few days but it's just so good!

[@Simplechioces]

Ralfi! Just found your channel and making my way through your vids. This one is not only super fun to watch, but also hilarious lol I hope you consider making more “Solo adventure” videos to display your thought processes. It also helps me, as I only have 22hrs in game so far:) Thanks man! Cheers!

[@slippulter8053]

15:02 - The moment you became an A-10 Pilot.

[@the_junk_shop]

*Ralfi attacks friendly AAA batteries* "Hey Siri, play 'Blue on Blue' by Bobby Vinton"

[@ryz_vik]

The A-10 family had always amazed me, not because of it's destructiveness but because of it's weirdly maneuverable characteristics when light

[@bryancunha1449]

hahahah, the baby yoda is the best part! XDDD i loved it!!! nice one RALFI!!!!

[@thewarthogproject]

You had me in the first 15 seconds. I think you have inspired me to go old school for a bit!

[@ralfidude]

Doo eeet!

[@masterskilhollow]

Feeling like crap today, a new ralfidude video was just what I needed :)

[@mahmoodmahmood3968]

The overall production value of the video is spot on! Especially the music and whole “calm” tone that accompanies the death cries of your enemies :DD. Really enjoyed the video!

[@wolfpack2viking847]

Never, ever, go over ou even close to the FARPS. Most of units are IR units like Chaparral and Avengers. They will shoot you down easily. Your first run I saw that you were too close... way before than even locking your first target.... and I was right... you got shot right after lol But nice that you made it back to the base in one piece! Your gun runs on the second sortie were SICK!! Amazing job!!! Nice video bud! Great work!! I fly a lot on Blueflag's Persian Golf Modern. The server is just the best! Ahh, also try to use SRS and be in touch with your team!! It's hard to fly on your own (at least in Blueglag's Persian Gulf Modern). Keep these awesome videos coming!!! =)

[@BunkerFox]

I was sorta interested to see a video where you jump in an A10-A and fly that on a mission or two, though I guess this is quite close

[@nickgrey4136]

Dear Ralfidude, I really loved this video. Very cool flying and interesting style... wonderful stuff. Many thanks and kind regards, Nick

[@risingsun9595]

I have to agree with you man, not matter how much fun I can have with the supersonic fighters, I always find myself back in the A-10C just because it blows shit up and it does it really well.

[@the88tench3]

That was awesome! I'd definitely recommend trying the hoggit Syria at War (SAW) server when you have a chance, it's an 80's themed server on the Syria map that's built for that kind of flying you were doing, but uses a mission system to request/join missions. It's still in Alpha and being updated/added to all the time but is very different to the other 'at war' servers and would definitely be your kind of thing!

[@evanallouche]

Damn you know it’s gonna be a good day when ralfi uploads. Also side note, the music at 16:00 made me feel like I’m going straight into a drewski intro

[@henrikoldcorn]

“Feeling pretty good about myself” - oh no, bad things are coming.

[@Bradley_UA]

Damn, you should be doing this on a-10a. Gives me nostalgia for lock on modern air combat, where I was defending Crimea with nothing but dumb bombs

[@guyswartwood3924]

1) I agree with your comment of "how did they do it before?" My eyes aren't good enough to look for targets without the TGP. Hell, you did a good job. 2) if you wanted to simulate going old school A-10, why not use the A-10a? I understand that the fidelity isn't the same and i know that not everyone owns that module but I figure you are that kind of dcs fan that has pretty much every module.

[@ralfidude]

It's not as fun. The a10c without the tgp and no smart munitions is virtually identical to the a10a in every way, but I can still manipulate some things in the cockpit like I like it.

[@sam8742]

I usually try to make a joke relating these videos to a historical event, *however* this is just cool

[@jeffsorensen9302]

OMG! been flying the A-10C since Xmas and not even close to being as cool as you in it... I'm always in a frantic to get my weapons ready before I get to target and by the time I do I have passed and have to turn around.... LOL

[@SPFLDAngler]

You make it all look so smooth and easy...

[@marklittrell3202]

Why not A-10A? Dig the videos. First saw you in arma 3 stuff, glad you enjoy DCS also.

[@sd501st5]

You flying or FAC'ing/AWACS'ing on Blue Flag is always a great show to watch... including the outtakes! ^^ One question though. This is supposed to be Syria during the 1980's right? Okay, two questions... wouldn't flying the A-10A make more sense? I don't know the A-10's in DCS, so maybe there's a good reason for choosing the C.

[@targor1511]

YAY! Rali's new video! BTW, can you do similar videos for general overview on other planes the way you have done for A10C? The way you explain and make things make sense is the best teaching ever? The systems and why explanations really make the difference.

[@spoopyghosti6961]

14:50 As soon as he strafed them I just thought “Aren’t those Hawks?”

[@therocinante3443]

Tower disappears - "Heh, okay." That cracked me up

[@FreeFragUK]

Admittedly I keep mulling over the idea of picking up the A-10C but after my experience with the A-10A I just don't think it's my pace, I much prefer the Harrier for CAS but it's a shame it's the AV-8BN and not one of the 80's British variant (ok, I'm slightly biased). Excellent video and excellent footage Ralfi. My search for a Cold War CAS aircraft continues.

[@TheDidgerideuces]

I mean you can always go with the skyhawk? Bonus points for a kiwi or RAN skin too.

[@akisakis7980]

When you an A-10 just run to the fields away from cars and buildings hahaha

[@andreww7564]

Absolutely killer run. This looks super fun, I can't wait until I have the flying skills to actually play on this server. Gonna have to re-watch this one a few times to see if I can pick up some techniques for improving gun runs. I'm always till having trouble getting quickly on target, especially in a live-fire situation.

[@WhiskeyDale]

excellent flying there sir

[@3CODKing]

it'd be cool to be a pilot but my eyesight is so bad that even if i do corrective surgery i doubt i'd still be able be one. So thank you Eagle Dynamics!

[@jasonphillips8933]

I only own the A-10A, so using the mav head as a targeting pod is all I know atm XD

[@jvsimic]

This video was brought to you by Betty, saying "Pull up! Pull up!"

[@a-fletcher]

I love flying the a10c indcs and this video is amazing.

[@clevercat5844]

Ah man this is just what I needed to see today! Good stuff!

[@martinlagrange8821]

Thanks for the great fun video, appreciated as always.

[@Swatmat]

good stuff ralfi!

[@Ticklestein]

Be sure to watch LazerPig’s two videos on the A-10. They’re very much worth the watch.

[@JJE2010MO]

Great job bud, looks like a ton of fun!!!!

[@damoneswoope5490]

Great Flight Sir, I love the A-10 try the F-16 and the P-38 with the new clouds...

[@igorgylycheyev9294]

A-10 did what A-10 does best, killing friendlies

[@TiramisuCorleone]

That friendly fire was epic.

[@noahhastings6145]

"Blue on Blue. Really good shots though."

[@kenk9164]

An overzealous A-10 pilot did a gun run on my friends in Ma Sum Ghar in '06/07 (Afghanistan).... fast forward to '08 when I'm there and the same place is my home for 7 months. What a world.

[@zloychechen5150]

Oh, Kamov helicopters.. I saw 3 flying low yesterday or the day before. Was curious to check out their cruising speed by matching it. Turned out it was a bit more than the 220 kph that my volvo 940 managed without pinging on shitty yet overpriced crimean gas.

[@rakedos9057]

My wallet doesn't thank you for those great A-10 videos.

[@phil73805]

@ralfidude, how did they do it? Based on what I've read, binoculars and using a maverick as a poor man's targeting pod.

[@JohnF0X]

15:03 Ralfi did an oopsy like the actual A10s did back in Irak :3

[@19Koty96]

>1980s >A-10C _but why..._ when we have the perfectly fine A-10A

[@blakehersey6300]

I’m a simple man. I see an A-10, I click the like button.

[@terryboyer1342]

Hey Ralfi! I'm subscribed with all the bells and whistles for notifications but I'm NOT being notified anymore. I occasionally see a vid by you on the right (like this one) that's been out for months. Any idea why? I HATE missing any of your vids. Especially in the Hog. Go ugly early!

[@ralfidude]

No idea my friend. KZbin at its finest.

[@Pricklyhedgehog72]

80s intro music I approve of...

[@druckluftbremse2285]

Awesome video content. I like the idea with the minimal loadout. DCS with the A-10C is my favourite aircraft simulation. One Question: Why is there a ,,X" inside of the CCIP reticle at 10:14 ? I have the problem too.

[@Relics_tv]

Damn, ralphi and miss Identifying a target as hostile when its really friendly....feel like I've seen that one before....School Buss

[@CallMeMark_]

No matter what time line you are in, the 190th Fighter Squadron, Blues and Royals friendly fire incident still happens :(

[@kennyxkazuki713]

15:00 not so fun fact the A-10 is responsible for the most blue on blue deaths out of any plane in the air force

[@pyroscot]

The A10 master is in the house :) Pyro

[@michakasprzak6869]

FRIENDLY! FRIENDLY! HEY! DON'T YOU FUCKIN SHOOT IT- shit *rocket inbound*

[@sloppy-1-1]

Blue flags 80's is such a gem, also for a2a. No fox3 times 30 miles from a target you dont even see, more close range knife stabbing!

[@Spooky_32]

Check out the blue flag Cold War server on Persian gulf too, every fight you can more or less see what livery the other guys has

[@sloppy-1-1]

@@WolfdogKitok blueflag 80's Caucasus

[@sloppy-1-1]

@@Spooky_32 dont have PG or Syria tho, but I love the blue flags 80's server on Caucasus

[@flighttherapybullisticfpv133]

Man I really wish they would release an official update for the A-10A with NVG's... I got into DCS to fly the A-10C, and 3 years later I havent even bought the module. I love flying the A-10A in VR but it is almost impossible at night and I would love to fly night ops in the gulf.... this game awakened a childhood passion for aviation and integrated systems tech that I had put aside because... you know, life happens.. and I ended up buying just about everything BUT the A-10C lol

[@clanmeademagruder9692]

If you want the true 70’s and 80’s A-10 experience (we can’t remove the MFD’s but oh well) is to turn off the MWS and use the backup sight 😊 And no the A-10A in dcs is an 90’s upgrade lol

[@stormman641]

Damn I miss flying the a10c, nice to watch someone else fly so well though. Just need my replacement motherboard to come in so i can get back and try the new update.

[@TheRandomSqueak]

So, in the beginning of the video you asked how A-10 pilots spotted tgts with the ol’ mkI eyeball and later ended up facing a blue on blue situation. I think the sad reality is that situations like that often occurred more than we’d like to admit. I’ll be there for your court martial.

[@thomasmaier7053]

You got your priorities straight my man!

[@Hotaru-jp]

Ralfi try using th a10a ! the spi is too OP ;C! i know its not clickable but the realism using 80's tech is nice.

[@dodoman6372]

So he’s basically flying a a-10a with a couple more computers lmao

[@WickedMoto]

Love it..always entertaining and fun

[@asciiCAT]

i have found the one place that the av8b dmt will have use (as a sensor, not as a way to free a pylon)

[@matk4731]

You pelicans 😜. Cool video Thanks for sharing 👍🏻👍🏻🙃🙃

[@Tottleminerftw]

Ralfi there's flying low and then there's driving the A10 on the ground.

[@wolfpack2viking847]

Your bombing is also awesome! Sorry about all the comments... I'm commenting as I'm watching lol Ahh I don't know about the Syria map, but the Persian Gulf Modern you don't need to destroy the towers and also you should first take out the outpost and surrounding vehicles, cause they repair the Farps and bases!

[@danielkuf2593]

Nothing beats A-10C obliterating tanks while I listen to songs I cook burgers to

[@bigbitehood1353]

12:12 you literally annihilated them. Turned to dust. Thanos style

[@jets4hire]

Ralfi- Been following your videos for the last decade or so and i'm planning on finally getting into serious DCS play. What HOTAS system are you currently running? Or rather which HOTAS setup would you recommend for someone who's entering the serious side of DCS for the first time? I already have some Saitek pedals from my arma days but have always flown keyboard and mouse aside from that. Also i understand that the setup ran may be mission dependent- for my particular use i'm planning to start with the A-10.

[@ralfidude]

I mean I have a few, thrustmaster warthog hotas is great. But it's all up to your budget. Shop around.

[@jets4hire]

@@ralfidude I definitely want the warthog & can afford it but my issue is I don’t know how long I’ll actually commit to DCS. I feel it would be smarter to start of with baby steps before I commit to a $600 purchase that I may only use for a little while

[@ralfidude]

@@jets4hire Well shop around and find what fits your budget and comfort. There are too many to mention

[@Ubernator]

Ah yes, now do the same mission but with a broken cloud ceiling at 2500'! Jk, awesome flight!

[@diegozuniga6292]

Hi great f... video and also tutorials ... One question how do you see objectives in the F10 map? Like at 2:27

[@ralfidude]

Server side

[@bencanaya382]

No other game makes you feel more stupid for making a mistake than DCS

[@Dg-zj6jo]

be nice to see the aircraft on landing outside

[@utley]

i can definitely get into this A-10 style. I miss the A-10A, but its not "accurate enough" for squad use. I can do this...

[@john88benson]

@4:00 Lower right was that another SAM or did that T-62 just get so offended they lit off a 115mm round in your general direction?

[@ralfidude]

50 cal round

[@nielscarp]

Love the A-10 and it's systems.. but it's so slow.. So tempting to buy the AV8B...

[@CakePrincessCelestia]

Just do it :)

[@nielscarp]

@@CakePrincessCelestia I bought it :)

[@CakePrincessCelestia]

@@nielscarp Have fun and enjoy that hotspot tracker :) And, of course, VTOL ^^

[@J4CKAL05]

Imagine playing on Blue Flag Syria for the 80s experience and not Syria At War ;__; jk, great stuff as usual!

[@delayed_control]

SAW is PvE. This is PvP. Apples and oranges.

[@LtRabbit]

Got redfor infestation? Just send ralfi

[@julianviefers6703]

Pretty sure that will be the death sentence in court lol

[@95couver]

Is this mission available for single player or do you know of any SP mission similar to this? In particular the objectives. Looks really fun.

[@afrendlysnek1728]

I think “through the inferno” has a single player mission version of their stuff