How One Circle Fights Work | BFM Series | DCS | Part 11

The One-Circle Dogfight is a step up in complexity from Two-Circle fighting. Not only does it have its own unique set of mechanics, but once you reach the opposite side of the circle you're faced with a second merge.
This means anything that's possible during the first merge is possible here. That's why we covered Two-Circles first. When you head into a second merge you can end up with a One or Two Circle engagement.
Intro 00:00
Why Raidius Is Important 01:03
Winning/Losing Cues 03:21
One Circle Exercise 09:15
Recap 10:35
Intro To Def. BFM: • Intro To Defensive BFM...
BFM Reversals: • Reversals | BFM Series...
BFM Guns Defense: • How To Survive A Close...
Lead Turns & Butterfly Setup: • Learning Nose-To-Nose ...
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The presence of DOD Visual Information in this video does not constitute endorsement by the DOD or any of its departments. Any views expressed by the presenter are those of the presenter and do not represent the views of the DOD or any of its components.

[@yappydawg8985]

Everytime I come back to these videos, after practicing the exercises, I learn something new. That is what makes this series so good.

[@jonl.1603]

Incredible content as always, Mike! Your videos are by far the most well-illustrated and the easiest to understand with regards to BFM. I've made it a point to make all of my DCS squadron mates aware when your videos go live. Keep up the amazing work! Looking forward to the next video!

[@TheOpsCenterByMikeSolyom]

Thanks! I'm glad you guys are finding these videos useful.

[@Crunch104]

You're doing the Lord's work as Col. Boyd would say :) You deserve a like and a follow from anyone with an interest in Fighter aviation.

[@kzrlgo]

Great video, underrated channel. Please keep up building this directory of knowledge. Thank you

[@Rgordonpilot]

Just tried flying these, your timing is perfect Back to the virtual skies Amazing stuff btw 🤜🏻

[@TheOpsCenterByMikeSolyom]

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[@raphaelstrels4671]

Best DCS-Channel on the web! Thx for your efforts!

[@richardainsworth9265]

Thanks mate, these are awesome

[@jamespaul4618]

2:24 energy is like money. Only spend it on something useful.

[@S3NTRY]

Such great stuff. Thanks again, Mike!

[@falloutbr]

Wow, great video! Keep up the good work mate!

[@aviation_x5744]

Love the content!! Very informative

[@bhenders52]

This is very helpful. Thank you!

[@laur.an01]

I'm loving your vids. Thank you!

[@valuedhumanoid6574]

I can't wait until I am at a level that I can even attempt this style of combat. I have only had DCS now for a few months and have barely had a chance to get the basics down like landing and weapon deployment. How to use the FCR and all the other systems in the Viper. But that day is coming. I now have my HOTAS set up to where everything is comfortable and I can manipulate the sensors and lock up a target, shoot and land. That may not sound like much but it is huge. After shooting down some red cargo planes, I can find the airfield using TACAN and land at night. The first time I pulled that off was time to celebrate.

[@TheOpsCenterByMikeSolyom]

That's fantastic. Those are all great milestones. Congrats on reaching them. As long as you are always improving you're on the right track. In fact, the path to being great is to always keep that mindset.

[@valuedhumanoid6574]

@@TheOpsCenterByMikeSolyom Thanks. I really mean it. KZbin is like a University for DCS and guys like you are the professors. But that's what makes it so good. Anything you have to keep peeling back layers to learn will keep it's appeal for years. Some things, you peel back the first layer and that's all there is.

[@jefsonb]

Thank you for the very nice content!

[@TheOpsCenterByMikeSolyom]

Glad you liked it.

[@howdeedoo]

Amazing explanation! It wouldve been nice if you pointed out what a rolling scissor is, as it only seems that a flat scissor is illustrated here

[@mindassassinatetv5242]

Thanks bro….

[@bulldog282]

Excellent instructional video as always! What USAF references do you use for your videos?

[@TheOpsCenterByMikeSolyom]

Thanks. For this one I used AETCTTP 11-1. Link: static.e-publishing.af.mil/production/1/aetc/publication/aetcttp11-1/aetcttp11-1.pdf

[@bulldog282]

@@TheOpsCenterByMikeSolyom Thanks!

[@hitchcock_]

awesome vidoes! what are the documents you use for reference? thanks!

[@TheOpsCenterByMikeSolyom]

Thanks. For this video I used the publication linked below. static.e-publishing.af.mil/production/1/aetc/publication/aetcttp11-1/aetcttp11-1.pdf

[@edgelord0963]

hi mike, i was just wondering if you could link the pdfs for the instruction manuals you use in your videos as I would like to give them a read

[@TheOpsCenterByMikeSolyom]

This is the one I used for this video: static.e-publishing.af.mil/production/1/aetc/publication/aetcttp11-1/aetcttp11-1.pdf

[@edgelord0963]

@@TheOpsCenterByMikeSolyom thx a thousand times

[@user-zj2st3sm6g]

What is LOS?

[@TheOpsCenterByMikeSolyom]

Its short for "Line of Sight". In BFM it refers to where you see the other aircraft on the canopy and more specifically how it is moving across the canopy. So when you have "aft LOS" it is moving toward the back of the canopy and "forward LOS" is moving towards the nose of the plane. This apparent movement is a good clue on how the fight is progressing.

[@user-zj2st3sm6g]

@@TheOpsCenterByMikeSolyom 😊 thanks

[@AndrewGrey22]

Well explained, but I understand none of it. It's hard when it is in two dimensions.

[@sharpe4239]

Thanks Mike - another fantastic and well presented video. @Mike: - Have you considered Patreon? I for one would pay a monthly subscription for this content. - I have an ongoing project that i run and your videos are increasingly becoming a feature. I wonder if you are willing to speak directly, perhaps via email, discord or similar?

[@TheOpsCenterByMikeSolyom]

Thanks. Right now I'm not planning on anything paid like Patreon because this is a side project for me. I only work on it when I have time available. When people are paying monthly for access then I would feel obligated to provide something extra for them. Unfortunately, I don't have time now for anything beyond what I post here. As for chatting, I don't mind helping out if you're working on a project. However, I have a couple other content creators ahead of you that I promised to collaborate with. Again, I'm not sure when I would be available. But you can email me at the link under the channel's about tab if you have any specific questions.