DCS: F/A-18C Hornet- Air to Air Radar/RWS Tutorial/ Comprehensive Explanation.

A tutorial on the DCS early access F-18 Hornet RWS mode for the Air to Air Radar.

[@GrowlingSidewinder]

Hey guys this Video is only for the RWS mode of the Hornet, We don't have TWS at this point due to the whole Early Access thing, Once that becomes available I'll make a Video for that too.

[@karlchilders5420]

It's "bar" not "box". 6B is a 6 bar scan, from each slice, in order, decreasing elevation as you go. VsubC, Vc, is' velocity - closure or just "closure rate". Combined with that aspect angle, you can see if it is to, or from you, in a moment's glance. on the HUD symbology. I'm a former Hornet Driver btw.

[@mayurchauhan1]

@@karlchilders5420 Karl Do you believe that Mig 21 can shot down f 16? (I am from india and may be you know why i'm asking!)☺️

[@karlchilders5420]

@@mayurchauhan1 I don't care if you're from Mars, the aircraft isn't what does the shooting down, otherwise, we'd never need to train pilots. You put a well-trained pilot against a pilot that isn't as well trained, and don't put ROE on either pilot that inhibits them from defending themselves, and more often than not that better pilot is going to shock that other guy despite numerous technological advantages. I don't know that this is what happened in the case we're talking about, but I do know that Richthofen said this over 100yrs ago, and he was right: It's the man, not the crate. You train the man, you maintain the aircraft.

[@karlchilders5420]

@@alphapicturesentertainment F-16. Better jet, all the way around. Sustain 9G, better cornering airspeed, carries more weapons that are also newer and better, better weapons system and ECM/ECCM gear, etc. If you put a fool in one though, a J-3 cub can shoot one down.

[@mateuszpanasiuk8499]

@@karlchilders5420 It was mig 21 Bis. With Better Avionics and R77 on board..

[@mahmoudmahany3489]

2 years later and this is still one of the best videos i found explaining the Hornet's Radar. Thanks a lot :)

[@GrowlingSidewinder]

thanks brother glad you found it useful

[@lilcooperproduction284]

yeah agree with this

[@jmcgaminghov9994]

3 years later for me :)

[@dennist.8018]

4 yrs later for me, and i dont even own the sim, but still like it :D

[@jimlthor]

I literally just linked it to someone else asking about the FA 18's radar. Still so easy to follow

[@MarkShawMedia]

It amazes me how hard it is to find simple and down to earth tutorials for dcs world on you tube. I very much appreciate your simple and straightforward explanations of the systems, very helpful, thank you!

[@GrowlingSidewinder]

my pleasure glad you found it useful

[@MarkShawMedia]

@@GrowlingSidewinder Not sure you can help me with a couple of questions regarding the F18. One is, why is it the top speed is only around 800 knots? No matter what altitude I fly at with a clean loadout I can't seem to get it above that. Second, is there a way to land at airfields that do not have a TACAN station by tuning into a radio beacon? I see all kinds of airfields on the caucus map with no tacan.

[@americanpatriot4227]

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[@sfc_kazoo]

All I can say is thank you. So many of these tutorials seem to be geared towards folks that have been playing for a while. For those of us brand new this is the perfect type of video to learn from. Keep up the good work and thank you for providing these.

[@GrowlingSidewinder]

my pleasure glad you found it helpful.

[@christophersmith7383]

I love your videos. I don't even play DCS, but these tutorials are still fascinating!

[@GrowlingSidewinder]

thanks man, thats crazy to hear, someone who doesn't even play DCS likes my videos. that means a lot man thank you.

[@99bimmer]

Yeah, I don't play either. Can't justify to the wife spending all that money on planes that I actually want to fly. These are just good videos, that's why I watch

[@davidd6782]

@@GrowlingSidewinder I don't play this game either but I love learning about aeronautics from your perspective. You should be in the sales department for DCS haha

[@GrowlingSidewinder]

thank guys. much appreciated.

[@OLd_One-eyeguy]

Same here. Would get my old rear end handed to me if I played, the videos are really done well. He’s has taken time, it seems, to learn tons about the weapons and aircrafts too. Like a studying gamer, who knew! I probably owe my son an apology now for whining about how deeply he got in some games over the years.

[@TsvetanVR]

I finally understand the radar. Was basically flying blind til now as I didn't really know how to read it properly, let alone tune it. Thanks, mate, your videos are way more than just "useful" for people just starting out in DCS. Now to find a proper tutorial for the navigation system as it's much more complex than the one on the free Frogfoot and I'm a bit lost.

[@GrowlingSidewinder]

Glad u found it useful brother

[@potatopilot1699]

still the best radar tutorial for the f/a 18c on YT i actually was flying for a whole month without knowing about radar elevation. i thought my sim was broken or something because my friends could see targets and ground targets but i couldnt! THANK YOU.

[@sylvaingauthier1310]

This is the most easy tutorial that I watched to understand air to air radar… thanks for that …! 👍🏻

[@GrowlingSidewinder]

my pleasure glad you found it helpful.

[@nathanskupowski4726]

just started dcs a few days ago. f18 is the first thing i picked up and this video was a huge help even after 5 years. thanks!!

[@GrowlingSidewinder]

My pleasure glad you found it useful

[@jamesyoung6878]

Got my first kill after watching your video. Well explained and still very relevant 5 years kater. Keep it up bro!

[@kierenstreet3826]

It would make my entire life if you could remake this series with your current quality. I don't think i'd trust someone else more than you to teach me.

[@kevykevTPA]

Hands down the BEST tutorial on the F18 radar that I've found. I don't know if it's time for an update, as it is a bit out of date, but it answered so many questions I had that other vids, even from the "pros" didn't. I can't wait to go through what else you've got.

[@GrowlingSidewinder]

Thanks man glad you found it useful

[@TheJpags89]

Just started dcs and for the love of me couldnt find anything until this video! Thank you so much!

[@SenseiDeJovenes]

The best explanation ❤❤❤❤4 years trying to understand and finally! Thanks

[@mongoose2187]

Bro....your videos are amazing! The time you put into these, I dont think people realize the tine you put into making these videos!! The quality with which some of you guys with in DCS do these videos are so helpful dor new players!!! They are absolutely amazing....thx from New DCS User!

[@GrowlingSidewinder]

My pleasure man I’m glad you find them useful brother.

[@phelens4781]

Your lessons are laid back to the point of easy understanding which has enabled me to learn the vast majority of the hornet! Thank you!

[@GrowlingSidewinder]

my pleasure glad you find them useful.

[@nawnaw4709]

the most simpler and effective explanation I have found. thanks

[@gonzalolizarraga9919]

This is by far, the best explanation of how the air to air radar works, thank you so much!!! I’m subscribing to your channel right now!

[@GrowlingSidewinder]

thank you man, glad you found it helpful.

[@lawdog1008]

Swweet Jesus! Thank you, Finally someone broke down HOW to use the Radar. I could NEVER fly a Fighter in CAP, didnt know how to use the dar.

[@US.NVG.]

I just started yesterday with DCS and i'm testing the f/a-18 right now, I really appreciate you for this video man. Makes it so easier to understand how the radar works and how to use it for its fullest potential.

[@antoniomora1906]

I think this topic deserves an update, is very useful

[@michaelwells12]

This is the one. Been looking for something comprehensive like this, new to DCS, thank you very much my man. Informative, concise and overall well made. Will peruse your channel for more tutorials, thanks again!

[@GrowlingSidewinder]

glad you found it useful

[@jrmusic7316]

I finally understand after watching this video. This is the best explanation of the aa radar in RSW. Thank you!!!

[@v1_rotate638]

Vc stands for Velocity closure, V is the designator we use for speeds in aviation as you probably know (V1/Vr/V2/Vref etc.) so 170 would be Velocity closure rate of 170 kts

[@MtnCommando]

blah blah blah. just show me where to point and shoot j/k :p very comprehensive and well explained! thanks for demystifying the f/a-18's eyes and ears. It's amazing how much information you can get out of that dull green screen. This video is technical porno!

[@GrowlingSidewinder]

haha, nice analogy, glad you enjoyed the video.

[@bmbpdk]

Hi, i love these tutorials, you explain them in a comfortably tone at a nice pace, no baby steps or anything like that, and i learn alot from each and everyone of them. Keep it up!

[@origin8374]

All of your tutorials are so easy to understand and in depth, thanks.

[@Ronski_]

Fantastic tutorial and way better than the games tutorials for new pilots like myself. Very easy to understand and very clear. Thank you.

[@metaforest]

at 99k feet you are trying to find a red SR-71! Good luck with that intercept! I have flown the hornet in FlightGear but didn't understand the radar system. Now I get it. Thanks!

[@teedee9393]

Man, you did such a good job explaining this. I've been racking my head for the past few days trying to figure this damn thing out but your video just made the whole thing make sense. Thanks a lot.

[@GrowlingSidewinder]

you're most welcome, I'm glad you found it helpful.

[@ahmadtalal184]

This was one hell of a tutorial. Quite rare to see this stuff from a practical perspective. I am lovin' it.

[@GetSeriousMedia]

wow this is one of the most important videos to using the radar in this mode and very well explained. Good job!

[@Bro-Biden12345]

This is the most useful video I’ve found on the f 18’s radar. Thanks (I was so confused)

[@GrowlingSidewinder]

my pleasure, glad you found it useful.

[@amkessel2014]

Added to my favorites even though I don't fly, inside DCS or out. Just so freaking informative!

[@mixolydianmel]

Such good tutorials, so patient and explicit in every instruction. Amazing work, thanks so much!

[@abs0lute476]

omg, best video explaining rdr ever even now

[@benchmade12]

Good vid! I’ve been slowly getting into DCS and your vids are very informative

[@marksantini9856]

Thank you for this very good video on the Radar of the F/A-18 Hornet. With a very good explanation of the Radar it is rare to find that. Thanks again

[@snakeyes205]

This is a great tutorial and a huge help for new and returning players unfamiliar with the Hornet. Your explanations are clear and concise. The visual illustrations help me to understand what you are talking about. Really nice job on the tutorials. Thanks for taking the time to help new players to DCS. It's very much appreciated!

[@headlesschicken7580]

i am so glad i found this video is really helped out after 2 years of trying to find a good video to explain how this planes radar worked

[@jussihaila]

I'm slowly but surely starting to understand how Hornet's radar really works. Now I know why so often my radar can't show me the enemy but he has already fired at me. Thank you.

[@YLandorin]

Great job! I was looking for a comprehensive tutorial for radar tracking and that's exactly what you delivered. You didn't just say "click here, click there" but explained it in detail + visual aids (the boxes picture) which made it easy to understand. Way to go!

[@rickberry4995]

Nice job making the video no excess of head movements and easy to see good information. Great job on the graphics explanations

[@GrowlingSidewinder]

Thanks for taking the time to put a nice comment down it's much appreciated, as always rick.

[@rickmasseur2008]

Dude, I so needed this. Love the detail you put into your vids!

[@GrowlingSidewinder]

thanks rick, glad you found it useful man

[@crazyyoda8721]

Awesome video only one that explained all I needed to know on the Hornets Radar. Well done!

[@ericd41209]

Thanks so much for this video. I'm new to the game and this has been a big big help. Super informative and excellent instruction. I understood clearly everything you were talking about and the importance of running these systems correctly. Awesome!

[@GrowlingSidewinder]

Eric my pleasure Eric I'm glad u found it helpful brother

[@moiluck]

Great tutorial. The best I found. Cheers from Spain!

[@wotblitzchango.paramancosc4115]

Great friend, here from Chile learning to play with the F-5.

[@lobo3695]

the best video related to the radar I've seen for sure.

[@wilbuzllf5057]

Great job, thought I knew most of what the things ment, and I did but there were some solid tips and info I didn't know and you explained it in a quick, interesting and informative way. Few 30 minute turorial videos can keep me sharp and interested with just pure information but you succeeded!

[@GrowlingSidewinder]

means a lot to me thank you.

[@cassidy7255]

Fantastic video. Thank you so much for taking the time to do this!

[@amkessel2014]

Another awesome video! I don't play DCS either, like another commentor, but I find your videos really fun to watch. Also modern air combat is a complete mystery to me (I dabble more in WWII sims), but watching this tutorial helps to clarify things so much more. I've always wondered what all that info is on the radar screen, and now it makes sense! Really looking forward to more tutorials! I would love to continue learning about modern air combat and aircraft systems. Keep up the good work!

[@GrowlingSidewinder]

thank you for the awesome feedback Andrew, I raelly appreciate that man, means a lot coming from someone who doesnt even fly DCS finding it interesting.

[@maciex1213]

Today I was trying to kill jet that was directly in front of me on map but my radar didn't pick him up I was angry about it. Then i started to think why it didn't picked him up. And just watched guide for radar. The best option I choose was your video. U don't even know how it helped me I was totally blind before it. Thank u very much for such good explaining. I really appreciate this.

[@GrowlingSidewinder]

Maciex121 awesome man I’m very glad you found this useful always really happy to hear it’s helping people

[@lachnload8723]

Just an awesome tutorial! Now I have to figure out what TWS is!

[@og_gamer_bmore7984]

This is a great video! Thank you sooo much, it is so helpful as I'm trying to understand what I am looking at on the screen. I am a visual person so this is a lot more helpful than the manual itself. Thanks again!👍🏾

[@Hobbie375]

24:36 ‘One Ping only Vasily.’

[@connorn6378]

1 ping

[@rzorrok1]

Great Video. A nice refresher from my Falcon 4.0 days. One problem I ran into was selecting the VDI. You might want to mention using the Sensor Control Switch to select the appropriate VDI.

[@nike42593]

Man. This is a truly awesome video. Love watching all of yours, keep it up!

[@GrowlingSidewinder]

Thanks buddy much appreciated

[@nike42593]

Growling Sidewinder you still keeping up with your Patreon bro? Wanna make sure my subscription is gonna go through haha.

[@charlesabela9934]

Excellent no nonsense presentation. Very Informative. Will be used as reference. Thank you.

[@GrowlingSidewinder]

thanks for the nice review man. much appreciated.

[@Roebuck325]

I'm just getting into DCS, got the HOTAS waiting on TrackIR super useful videos man thank you.

[@GrowlingSidewinder]

my pleasure buddy glad you found it useful.

[@abelsalazar5103]

love your tutorials very well explained. lots of info but very helpful. thanks

[@GrowlingSidewinder]

glad you found it helpful

[@JrRacer4007]

Yeah it's me again lol, still 4 years later and one of the best A2A radar video explanations I've seen, just hoping it translates well to the Viper. "and it went stupid" had me cracking up each time lmao

[@GrowlingSidewinder]

Hi there thanks, if you were looking for a viper version I made one of those too, kzbin.info/www/bejne/eKrRZnuJoNOXsLc&ab_channel=GrowlingSidewinder

Superb explanations man. And unlike some guys below I play a lot, still this is probably the best tutorial on the radar I've seen so far. =D

[@GrowlingSidewinder]

thanks so much man, means a lot to me, glad you enjoyed it.

[@Mandrak789]

About ten years ago I had one chance to watch radar operators doing training with S-125 Neva SAM. Granted that I didn't understand half of the things they were saying, this radar looks like childs play in comparison. Clean view, so many options and easy fine tuning.

[@TheL96]

Super useful video... Nice to have specific step-by-step info, Thanks

[@ThruTheWireless]

Best video clarifying this radar stuff, nice job man

[@man_vs_life]

I came and I learnt. Nice explanations, thank you.

[@Gustavline]

Thank you for this ! ❤️ struggling to wrap my brain around the F-18 but what a pleasure

[@GrowlingSidewinder]

my pleasure glad you found it useful.

[@tonyball563]

What a fantastic guide, very very helpful my friend.

[@benben2846]

Thank you for these explanations, very well "pictured" to understand how radar works. We must configure for each type of missile at the start as well and for the target elevation of the radar, I saw that the SA gives the information now? .... a lot of things to integrate, but it's fun with all these tutorials ^^

[@simonmanktelow1649]

Well you've done it again. An awesome vid that's helped me understand the Hornet radar. Now I understand why I have had trouble finding and locking targets. Can't wait for your weapons tutorial?

[@GrowlingSidewinder]

Simon Manktelow thanks again, what weapons specifically are u refering to? I have a sidewinder tutorial up already. I plan on doing a bombs one soon are u looking for an aim7 tutorial?

[@prendy1619]

The best tutorials. Thanks

[@l21buz]

L21b Very well done .The perfect pace for actually learning how to set it up and why it is being set that way .Thanks

[@minired7477]

Still love your videos! You explain them so well, even a person like me can understand what your saying, most of the time I don't get what other people are saying that's why science class is confusing to me but when I do understand I get it done a learn alot from it. I don't play DCS but I really want to get the game but I don't have enough money and I'm just some kid who might as well not get it because of the money and my PC won't really handle it. I'm very interested in aviation and watch or read anything about it! Thus making this channel a great place to learn new stuff. Even though I don't play I find this very very interesting and fun to watch! ( sorry if my English is bad )

[@ThatTempesTGuy]

You explain this so well, thanks for helping me understand the hornet's radar system brother 👍

[@GrowlingSidewinder]

ThatTempesTGuy my pleasure man glad you found it helpful.

[@alpenjon]

Extremely well explained, thank you!

[@EdadTace]

This was actually very helpful. Thank you for this video.

[@MaxRank]

Fantastic video and explanation. Took this back and continued reading the manual and finally everything clicks. The radar has a lot more functionality at the time I’m watching this, but great baseline tutorial.

[@GrowlingSidewinder]

thanks a lot max, glad you found it useful

[@dannygaron]

Great video man! Thank you for all the insights 😁👍

[@mjuloski]

Best video on F/18 radar I've seen - THK

[@kacpersky899]

Very clear explanation. Awesome! Thanks

[@michallacki9462]

Great content and explained very well !

[@rbiten]

Great video! I am already following your channel... quality stuff!

[@keirfarnum6811]

It’s good that you explain how the b scope works and how the close part of the screen isn’t representative of the actual physical space (i.e., the bottom of the screen actually represents the close narrow part of the radar beam expanded out.)

[@hamster6978]

I don't play DCS but this was super useful, you just made me understand radar :) Thanks!

[@abdulmismail]

This was superb, G/S. Always wanted to know more about BVR. Read about it in aeronautics and aviation during my Bachelors and with DCS, I only have time to put on my VR helmet and go guns only or heat seekers/IR; kill a few mo-fos and then get back to work and studies. So, really appreciate the RWS tutorial. Since this is 2 years old, I'll have to check to see if you have a TWS tutorial.

[@dmitrizorkin3851]

Thx man. Much respect for your work.

[@jaymog]

Very clear and informative video, thanks.

[@AVIOCHAHINEMODELS]

Very nice explanation good job !

[@surfingtheworld703]

As a noobie, thanks for explaining this in a clear manner. Really helpful.

[@GrowlingSidewinder]

glad u found it helpful

[@t-roy80]

only just discovered your channel and im hooked

[@GrowlingSidewinder]

welcome to the channel

[@stardustcomet7527]

This was a godsend, I was suffering with this radar

[@TheNo1prodigy]

I dont even own this aircraft but i found this video so informative. Thanks brother

[@GrowlingSidewinder]

TheNo1prodigy thanks for the feedback appreciate it very much.

[@ziondragon]

Excellent video it really clicked for me after watching this

[@alu2387]

My man, thank you very much. I finally got to understand the radar.

[@GrowlingSidewinder]

my pleasure glad you found it helpful.

[@andrewchr]

You saved me a lot of headaches man thanks

[@GrowlingSidewinder]

you're welcome buddy glad to hear you found it helpful.

[@ScoobyDOOBeeDo1]

Awesome video and clearly explained

[@GrowlingSidewinder]

ScoobyDOOBeeDo1 glad u enjoyed it

[@konturgestalter]

excellent tutorials

[@asfa1007]

Great job explaining!!

[@chasemcelroye594]

Please tell me you are a flight instructor! As a flight instructor myself I decided to hop in DCS a few days ago and I want to be good at this but as you know the f-18 systems are no G1000 lmao! I feel like I’m listening to an instructor right now learning the military side of aviation instead of commercial! Amazing my guy!

[@GrowlingSidewinder]

hey man, thank you very much very glad you enjoyed the video, and unfortunately no, lol i'm not an instructor sometimes wish I had gone down such a road in real life tho.

[@chasemcelroye594]

Growling Sidewinder that’s alright! You keep doing what you are doing! I’m all here for it along with countless others 👌🏾