Mooch's DCS Hacks: F-14B Case I Procedures

Mooch walks through the procedures and techniques for operating the F-14B around the Case I pattern at the aircraft carrier in DCS, leveraging his real-world experience to provide insights and shortcuts for digital aviators.
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[@flightsimulatoradventures7246]

It’s one of the coolest things about DCS seeing the amount of real pilots or experts of the modules doing videos. Keep it up. You’re great content just got even better!

[@gp188]

Mooch was not a Tomcat pilot, he was a RIO

[@jameshisself9324]

@@gp188 Sure, but understand how that works in the F-14. It's total team concept, plus Mooch was so experienced he was training pilots from the backseat.

[@macblastoff7700]

@@jameshisself9324 , don't worry, everybody else took the comment as you intended it, including Mooch.

[@alexanderzerka8477]

@@macblastoff7700 You know how Mooch reads each individual comment? Are you close buddies?

[@lvance3236]

The change in pitch, tone and depth of meaning at 13:12 with 'GOOD SHOT" could only come from someone who has done it. That alone made the whole video worth it to me. Love DCS. Semper Fi.

[@100PercentAllAmericanMan]

Love that part as well.

[@hilaigofast1053]

It seemed almost instinctive.

[@arontaylor6883]

It was almost like he was feeling it for real. That was great

[@highnitro707]

agreed!! I'd imagine it eludes to the importance of recognizing the way a good cat shot feels like because if its a cold shot you need to have been reaching for the ejection handles 3 seconds ago!

[@rogfromthegarage8158]

Are you sure it's not Jester saying that?

[@thert.hon.thelordnicholson7261]

Awesome stuff, can't wait for future DCS content Sir. No offence to Jester, but I'd rather have the dulcet tones of the Mooch in the RIO seat - can we petition Heatblur to bring out a Mooch RIO DLC?!

[@CJElms]

Yes, we want Mooch!

[@waynefletcher9884]

Wow! That is an amazing idea! Hey Mooch, you should critique how to improve the experience first of all? Secondly, you should consult with a former classmate who worked as a JAG and now they’re a patent attorney (preferably a Marine for obvious reasons). And see if you can come up with a Mooch licensed DCS / RIO experience. I hope your patrons and commenters here would concur. If and I mean “if” you are successful? Please don’t forget to send me my part of the royalties?! 😳🤣🤣 Naw, for the record…just joking! Just a Marine who was once apart of the notorious E-4 gang, 3/3 1st MAB KMCAS Hawaii. A storied field and a storied unit! Man-o-Man I loved it and I love your content Mooch. When your material is simple and captivating enough for PTSD/ADHD crayon eaters to understand? You’re definitely doing something right! Aye-Aye Sir! Semper Fi

[@pseudonym9599]

Mooch RIO mod would be amazing!

[@pogo1140]

How about "Squeaky", she was a RIO/instructor with the Black Lions when they had their last Tomcat nuggets.

[@highnitro707]

Man that was my first reaction! Time to petition heat blur... we want mooch for rio!!

[@ATP-Flo]

At 13:10 "Good shot": You could literally hear that Mooch was expecting/experiencing the thrust as he shouts it due to his real life launches. 😂 Awesome!

[@BennyTheGinger]

100% dude. His energy throughout this video made be believe he was training like he fought. Siempre Fidelis you guys, from a jarhead. Stay frosty,

[@jpteknoman]

it was like he was actually feeling the Gs of the launch

[@benjaminperez7328]

“Good” PTSD

[@agidotexe7167]

If Ward makes a rio video on DCS it would be the greatest rio video ever made for this game!

[@benjaminperez7328]

Okie & Mooch kickin’ ass would break the interweb!

[@Echowhiskeyone]

@@benjaminperez7328 I was going to say Mooch as RIO and a good pilot. And Okie works.

[@charlesfollette9692]

Do a guest appearance with the grim reapers, that would be fun to watch.

[@Echowhiskeyone]

@@charlesfollette9692 Mooch's Team vs. Grim Reapers, then watch Ward vs. Cap. Would be fun and entertaining.

[@Th3Rambler]

@@Echowhiskeyone anyone but those cringe grim reapers..wouldn’t bother even watching then

[@ned418]

Beautiful work. I can only imagine how stressful that would have been in the real F-14.

[@theadmiral4625]

.......by "stressful" you do mean "RIDICULOUSLY AWESOME" correct??

[@ned418]

@@theadmiral4625 Hey just because it's epic as hell does not take away the stress of a possible multi million dollar f--k up.

[@Andrew-13579]

Stressful like the brief passing thought of barbequing ones guts on the ramp (aft edge of flightdeck)? Maybe the first few times to the carrier? But from what I saw at NAS Miramar in the 70's & 80's, they must have done dozens of field carrier landing touch and go's before that. When you'd fly one of those out to a carrier, there's no instructor in back with a set of flight controls to correct any mistakes, was there? But you would have already landed a T-2 or TA-4 on a carrier before that, I'm sure.

[@benjaminperez7328]

@@ned418 Forget the money! If you eff this up, the last thing to go through your mind will be your A**!!!

[@Pricklyhedgehog72]

I hope you're one of those former pilots who continues to provide this kind of helpful instruction where feasible. The DCS community is very fortunate to have this kind of free tuition, effectively. Unfortunately, I am aware that there have been former pilots who've basically given up tutorial based videos of this nature, because of the arm-chair pilots nit-picking procedures. Despite not having any formal experience or instruction themselves, they're eager to impart wisdom and criticism to the person who actually does. So, as you were sir.

[@BennyTheGinger]

So Ward Carroll is doing DCS vids now. I feel like I’ve reached a level of internet homeostasis. This is tremendous.

[@vincentmazzola7230]

Hope u don't run out of fuel before u taxi 😎

[@PhilTParker]

Thanks Ward. I’m very new to DCS. I have the beginnings of my set up. The TomCat is such a high fidelity model that it will take plenty of study, mapping controls and settling into flying it off of, and back onto a carrier. I was an RC pilot awhile back and had a feel for the stick. The planes I flew had six foot wingspans and we had a true to scale runway for them. They weren’t TomCat jets of course. Mine was a high wing mounted Cessna. But I loved the feel. I was told by a retired United Airlines pilot that flying RC planes is actually harder than the real thing, because each time you circle your plane around the runway, you are NOT in your aircraft, and each time you circle, your controls are reversed. So It makes me happy to start getting into the true first person perspective and see how that feels. Thank you again. Not just for your efforts in keeping up your KZbin channel, but for your service to our great country. I appreciate it.

[@bhdemp]

Thanks!

[@MrSinnerBOFH]

It’s so awesome! When mooch calls “Good shot!”, he’s using his “G-stress voice”. So wonderful. Good flying, good traps Mooch!

[@RLD_Media]

I have been waiting for this for so long. I would seriously pay $100 or more to have a Mooch RIO/Instructor soundpack. I could watch videos like this, just learning for days. I have so many hours in the 14 in DCS, but listening and watching you makes me feel like a total noob again!

[@thomaspalmar2481]

Hey Mooch, thanks for this. Couple of things to note: 1. The DCS: Supercarrier module IFLOS is currently set-up for the F/A-18 and does not yet account for the increased hook-eye distance in the Turkey; I find I have to come in one-ball high to land the hook in the 3 -wire. 2. Similarly the on-speed calls from the LSO are geared for the Hornet and tend to call you slow when you are on-speed; if you're not already, ignore the LSOs power calls 3. You seem to be dragging nose left after trapping - might be worth checking that your left main wheel brake pedal hasn't wandered out of calibration and is permanently slightly on...

[@lucky_luke4785]

And i always wondered why my perfectly flown ball went in the 1 or 2 wire xD

[@AK-pr6bq]

Yeah the LSO calls are off. The "animated" IFLOS seems to be on the mark. I usually refer to that instead. Once in the groove in the B Cat, it's just Lineup, AOA, DLC all the way in. Hardly touch the power setting until slamming into the deck.

[@stephendecatur189]

As a DCS user, let me just say thanks Ward for contributing to the viability of this fine past time.

[@beerguy1320]

I love how natural of a teacher you are. I can only imagine how lucky the JG’s were having you in the back seat on their first tours. I am literally amazed at how quickly the decent timing is from base final turn in to landing on the deck. It’s like 15 seconds or less from calling the ball until on the deck. Crazy. Thanks for sharing!

[@marcosavila8215]

never gets old watching this for reference. tx for your Service in the F-14 in the name of freedom.

[@elrincondelex]

I been using this module for 1.5 years and I love it. It is a very special module. I changed F/A 18 for this and the feeling is totally different. It is by far one of the best, if not the best module in DCS. I follow you since some time and now I really love what you´re doing. BTW I have a channel for DCS in Spanish. And I like to do tutorials about what I learned and no other DCS tutorials do. Thank you very much for sharing this. I love it.

[@cheddar2648]

Thanks for letting us ride along. BZ.

[@consistent_lead8536]

Awesome video! I just got into DCS and bought the F-14 and realized how realistic and hard it is lol. Cool to watch someone who has a lot of time in my favorite fighter of all time, the Tomcat!

[@rolandmata609]

Your instructional video on F-14 launch and recovery was GREAT 🫡

[@Void304]

You know, as awesome as Heatblur's Tomcat is (and it is), it's even more awesome that actual Tomcat guys have embraced this passion project and are now creating their own content with it.

[@samuellortie8783]

Really happy to see Mooch in the DCS tomcat really looking forward to all the the future videos!

[@DJones476]

This is the coolest thing, Ward. A real-life Tomcat guy in a declassified (and thus _full_ fidelity) DCS module! We never see tutorials this detailed from real-life Hornet or Viper guys, and it will be a few years before we do. Thanks-a-million!

[@RednecksWithPaychecksTV]

Mooch rules! Ever since I was flying my Commodore 64 around I always ached for more realism. Great to see a real Tomcat guy take us through it.

[@baltod4978]

I love this! I hope you're having as much fun as we are watching you!

[@kevinmccarthy8746]

I am 65 and this stuff looks incredibly real to me, it is just amazing. These other shows say you have a lot to learn to actually FLY the DCS and not some little gammy thing.

[@JZainbear]

I had trouble refueling until I went VR with the Varjos. Depth perception made all the difference with the basket. Great video. Look forward to the next.

[@lancemckay5778]

I just Downloaded DCS last week! I started out with just a keyboard and a Xbox controller! lol I just received my Thrustmaster throttle and joystick from Amazon. What a difference it makes! Iam currently flying the F/18C. I got it on sale for $40. I also bought the Supercarrier DLC on sale for $30. Iam eventually going to purchase the F/14B which is my favorite plane! Love the videos Mooch! keep up the good work!👍

[@tituslaronius]

I am so happy that you got into DCS! It is so interesting to hear you talk about the F-14 while you fly! Awesome video!

[@macblastoff7700]

I had the benefit years ago (three decades) to learn the numbers (for simulator landings) for Case I recovery from a 14A driver. As you were talking your way around the pattern, it was all rushing back. And it still feels rushed from the 90 til rolling back off the wire. Guess you gotta make Centurion before time slows down. Great talk through--thank you for the sim vs game distinction at the end. And as L Vance mentions, I could hear the quads tense during "Good shot!" as well.

[@gosajd1736]

At last! This gave me goosebumps. Thanks for teaching us how to do it correctly!

[@benjaminpohl3104]

Thanks a lot for this very cool clip, Ward. People just got handed a free half hour of professional sim training. Looking forward to more DCS content, real blessing to have you with us in the DCS community.

[@davidsyes5970]

Ward, that was a nice, fast 33 minutes. Even tho I was tired, I didn't fall asleep. Anecdotes and a bunch of questions. Anecdotes: I haven't flown any avn sims since maybe 2000 or 2001 (Longbow Apache, (w/ individual engine controls, wheel brakes, moving rudder, trainable turret, aerial pattern training... Super-immersive sim Longbow was), 8 CDs, then one got scratched (bc the CD door and caddy moved before I could pull the disc), ended my play). Around 1993, on a 386 (486?) DX2-66 (w/ 2 controller cards, 16 mb RAM, 2 CD ROMs, and multiple floppy drives, (IDE, not SCSI), I flew the F-14 sim. After a while, I internalized the takeoff and landing circle (I didn't do a real racetrack, IIRC) and got to where I could even make night traps w/fewer crashes. I did sweat a lot doing night traps, and I found myself banking my head with the fuselage. I miss that tone/growl in the headphones. The graphics were ancient compared to the 00s and nowadays' graphics. I later bought a racecar set of pedals and plugged into my controller for the Longbow. But, for the F14 and the Longbow, I used both the throttles and sticks for more fun. I also did the Spectrum Holobyte F-16 for a while, but stopped around 1995. Questions: About the cockpit... In DCS, can the player have legs, feet, and arms present? It would seem to be more fun and not deem disembodied to actually see the foot pedals/brakes move relative to player inputs. Maybe even show the maps/pilot bag in there. If a mission goes long, is there a sim pack that allows (ridiculous) in-flight peeing? Eating a candy bar? Experiencing vertigo/brownout/blackout? Does the sim introduce compressor and fuel pump or other relevant scenarios? Does the sim allow for the pilots being laser dazzled like happened on occasion, but have the LSO/tower talk the pilot down (day or night)? (IIUC, the Navy DID/DOES have auto landing, but it was usually off/forbidden, so pilots would not dull their edge/skills.) Are there training packs that deliberately ruin an in-flight refueling, like spilling fuel on the canopy, or, say, wingtip contact and enough damage to cause an emergency landing? Do players who crash cause waveoff for others? If the carrier is not in company with another CV/CVN, and the ship is, say, 2,000 nm from the nearest alternative landing field, and other pilots are bingo fuel, would the game honor reality if a rogue player trashed the flight deck, and make some players have to ditch if the deck is too fouled, and make some players have to seek alternate refueling from other in-game assets, to reach shore? Anyway, I suppose I'll someday look up the answers for my questions by actually buying into the sim if I get a computer dedicated just for it.

[@RichterEtrenank]

Great flight Mooch. Keep on showing them how it's done!

[@robertr1257]

Awesome. Exactly the procedural detail essential to make this more immersive. Big fan.

[@brianpercival1829]

Bookmarked. I think having you with all your experience will be a go to for DCS education.

[@deetwodcs4683]

I'm so glad that you're making DCS guides now! The training missions really don't cut it, and I bet these will be great to increase my understanding of proto and techniques! Loved that you had a bolter the first try, makes it even more realistic. Guys, imagine having to do this in bad weather with no vis while tired, grumpy and I bet really scared because ejecting isn't a great option.

[@Mallchad]

Read the F-14 and Supercarrier manuls if you haven't already, they're very informative, and give you a very precise procedure to follow to make you life easy

[@Nessie-mf3xg]

Sick! Looks like Mooch has still got it. I want to see a wrecking ball KC-135 air-to-air refueling like in the Punk’s Trilogy next. Great stuff!

[@TFT-bp8zk]

That’s actually the KC-10.

[@CJElms]

You are an artist with that Tomcat, Mr Carroll.

[@rogfromthegarage8158]

Ward, that was one of the most interesting 38 minutes of my entire life. People would pay for this experience. IMAX, Disney, name your price. Can't believe I got to see it for free.

[@fntsmk]

Great job Mooch! BZ indeed! You being an F-14 RIO familiar with the read deal drill, means you're light years ahead of any non-Naval Aviator trying to learn how to do this on DCS. Was very cool to watch CDR! Thanks for sharing!

[@justinvanstaden4125]

The "Good Shot" call is muscle memory, you can hear it... Its awesome you are doing DCS now. Keep going.

[@arontaylor6883]

Ward, I love the content, and the Tomcat is the reason I joined the Navy. I spent 21 years as a Naval Aircrewman. I would love to see a DCS video with you and BIO flying together in the same Tomcat. I would love to see how you guys get into some Dogfighting and missions as well. Thanks for the content, and I wish you all the success with your channel.

[@alexandregoulart.terapeuta]

Amazing video. A class on flying the Tomcat. Congratulations for your work.

[@brenthartline4417]

FINALLY!!!! I have bin waiting so long for this content. Keep it up Mooch. Pump these videos out and I bet u will get a ton of views. I love this channel.

[@Ka9radio_Mobile9]

Makes you feel 20yrs younger for sure. Welcome back to the fleet Mr. Carroll!

[@BobSmith-uu5kj]

It is great to see him working his scan and muscle memory. Let’s not forget that he knows the procedures like no one but he is overcoming a major challenge, he doesn’t have the instinctive muscle memory of a pilot with thousands hrs learned at a young age. He’s got it and difficult to downgrade his flying skills but you can feel he is hesitant with the power or correcting his line up. I am sure he will get it very soon. I can’t wait to see the refueling where throttle control and stick control are paramount. I very much enjoy and he is a master instructor. I am fascinated by how well he is able to switch procedures from back seat to front seat, not easy when you have done it for so many years from the perspective of a RIO. Sir, do you already have your pilot license? If not, please do it and take us on your adventures.

[@TheNetherwalker]

Great work Mooch. You're so professional and by the book with it. Us noobs are just glad to not die.

[@luciusvorenus9445]

Fantastic video. Really enjoyed watching your CQ. Thanks for posting this and I'm looking forward to the next one.

[@captainicelander3898]

WELCOME to DCS Ward! Great video! Cant wait to see more.

[@kalashnikovdevil]

Your comments about the selector controls for the ejection seats reminded me of something. When I did a T-38C Talon ride in April, I considered it a serious compliment that my pilot trusted me and my decade old training to punch us out if need be. Thankfully the flight went great, really didn't want to earn my Martin Baker watch on my first and only fighter jet ride.

[@ryanchurch5864]

Impressive flying and awesome, insightful commentary, thanks for sharing your work here, it’s inspiring!

[@Mefy_]

This was fantastic! You made it look effortless.

[@FarrellMcGovern]

An utterly fascating video. It's great to see a pro going through the complete set of procedures for a realistic F-14B flight cycle.

[@tnorton134]

Just read your three books in about a week and absolutely loved them. When do we get more punk!!? Your writing is so authentic and realistic. Can’t say enough about how much I enjoyed your books!

[@howardg2435]

This is fantastic! Numbers, and improvement, come with time. Incredible graphics here.

[@jono_cc2258]

Just when you think this channel can't get any better, much appreciated Mooch!

[@jamesc9001]

Thanks for this video Mooch, from a former VF-33 (88-92) AT and a fellow DCS fan.

[@flamma77]

Man, after watching this video, it's time to go re-read "Punk's War." Thank you, Ward!

[@alexpitts7634]

Love this mooch. You’re already better than 99 percent of folks at case I procedures. Keep it up!

[@Camdrift]

love to see that your back in the cat even though its a sim super cool to see you in dcs. and your in the front seat!

[@markirons3838]

The coolest thing I've ever seen & heard! MORE DCS videos please! After watching MANY launches & recoveries of Tomcats & Hornets from "Vulture's Row" aboard the JCS (CVN-74) in '99/'00, it's awesome to get a perspective & play by play I only wondered about! Bravo Zulu!

[@TYLERNAVYGUY]

I would watch countless hours of CQ's from vultures row on my off time on the Carl Vinson. 1993 to 1997 when we still had the Tomcats....You literally filled in the blanks of what I only imagined what those crews were thinking and doing the whole time. Awesome. Oh, and all your "Gooooood Shhhot!!" calls literally made me hold my breath and slightly flex my abs as if I was in the seat. Very nice. IYAOYAS! Also: About done with "Punks Wing" on audiobook!! Great work, Sir!

[@benjaminperez7328]

@@Abledoggie42 Fun at parties, you must be. - Yoda

[@Lonefit-101]

Great video Mooch So happy you are doing demo flights for us Virtual Aviators Can’t wait for the BVR time line! :)

[@highnitro707]

More DCS content please!! It's content that absolutely cannot be found else where and is obviously highly highly coveted by enthusiasts!

[@TheJamesthe13]

Very cool. Could watch this all night long. Learning a lot. Keep em coming. 👍

[@andrewmorke]

Love seeing you at work in your "office"!

[@tonydavies5283]

Great video Mooch . 3 traps and a bolter . Can't begin to imagine being in the seat for night traps , as you say it sorts the men from the boys . Once again another great video 👍

[@Tacticaldave1]

Commander Ward Carrol. A naval aviator! Good stuff Sir!

[@schism6600]

Your first approach looked spot on

[@WardCarroll]

Right?

[@Paughco]

Very cool! Thank you for posting! Looking forward to future missions.

[@kevinmccarthy8746]

Great show!! I loved that beautiful videeo you did on your dear mom and dad. Very sweet, god bless you and your family.

[@Vortex31415]

It's awesome to see you in DCS, Mooch. BZ!

[@wayneroyal3137]

That is amazing, I remember when the Microsoft FS came out and tires actually turned! This DCS sim is truly incredible. Good video

[@sleat]

Well done, Ward! Great tutorial. Loving the Tomcat module, and even better with your input!

[@razorbackblood06]

Huge thanks to Mooch for doing DCS stuff for the ole Tomcat. Bringing new life to an old bird, even if it is just virtual.

[@johnathonmullis4234]

It’s wonderful of you to share your passion with us. It seems so real. I would imagine that one can make his simulator as sophisticated as the budget permits. It would be very tempting for me to go overboard. Really great stuff

[@songtharaomkar3011]

Thank you I keep trying to see what is needed to start and you answered lots of my questions

[@nightcrawleroriginal]

Flight sims have come a long ways since I first played F18 Interceptor on the Amiga, great graphics.

[@bigfefu]

awesome video!!! i changed the original jester for the female RIO, JestHer, i really like it. it is fantastic to see real pilots flying this fantastic HB bird, thank you

[@joseph.lopresti]

Mooch makes it look easy. Make no mistake though, this is hard work in DCS let alone in an actual Tomcat. Thanks for posting.

[@Kghost0311]

Thank you so much. I've been waiting for some dcs footage from you. You have made and infantrymans day.

[@pogo1140]

To Ward, That was niiiiice

[@SeanJM013]

Very educational from a warrior veteran.

[@zglu4919]

I've started to watch your content and i want you to know that it is the best thing you do for people. Sharing experience

[@TrickerDCS]

Lots of great info here 🫡

[@charlesc7723]

Very nice flying Mooch. I enjoyed watching you go by the numbers. Looking forward to more.

[@Havak37]

Oh my freakin gosh! haha how cool is this series? Thank you so much for all the work put into this. Very valuable and enjoyable!

[@garethroberts9223]

Absolutely outstanding! Please, Please, Please keep em' coming!!!!!

[@bhdemp]

Big fan of your channel and a DCS enthusiast so this was a 2 for 1! Look forward to your future DCS videos.

[@lylewyant3356]

Awesome. My only flying has been done with Janes USAF some time back. It's not as realistic as DCS but there still is a Pucker Factor. Was comforting to see the ILS line up appropriately.

[@jaynuck]

Love it Ward. Thanks as always.

[@Monty-Remick]

Really an awesome thing to watch! Thank you for sharing! ✌🏼🇺🇸💯💯💯

[@DylanStahl]

I was hoping you would get to DCS, Ward. Love your stuff!

[@sonikboom007]

Daaang u make it look so effortless. My control inputs need a lot of work

[@daveslow84]

It must be so cool to be able to relieve your hey-days in DCS! Love the content :)

[@N34RT]

Really enjoyed this... thanks "Mooch". Keep up the good work, shipmate!

[@hotdogdcs2761]

Thought I was comfortable with tomcat traps... Now I see ive got some work to do! Thanks Ward!👌🏻

[@daviddelzer5924]

Awesome Mooch! Cool stuff really enjoyed the pro-look from the Tomcat. Looking forward to more!

[@murdock615]

Can’t wait for the RIO tutorial!!!