F4U-1D Dev Report

Dear Fighter Pilots, Partners and Friends,

We want to thank Magnitude 3 LLC, the team behind the DCS: F4U-1D Corsair, for sharing their latest development report. Their efforts to refine flight model accuracy, system functionality, and overall usability demonstrate their dedication to delivering an authentic DCS F4U experience. Please find their report below that outlines what’s ahead for their Corsair.

We’re pleased to announce that Operation Cerberus North 2 by Ground Pounder Sims is coming soon to DCS for the DCS: F/A-18C. This 13-mission carrier campaign is set in 2014 over Lebanon, and it puts you aboard USS Harry S. Truman with VMFA-232. You will be flying dynamic CAS, SEAD, strike, and air-to-air missions where your performance shapes the story. This campaign also requires the DCS: Syria map and DCS: Supercarrier.

The DCS: C-130J Livery Contest is underway, and the community is already raising the bar. In partnership with Airplane Simulation Company and WINCTRL, we’re seeking standout liveries for official inclusion in DCS, and the ten best will be added to the module and credited in the manual. Submit your liveries by 6 April 2026 at 23:59 GMT for your chance to earn ED Miles, win WINCTRL hardware, and leave your mark on the DCS: C-130J. Full details below.

Thank you for your passion and support.

Yours sincerely,

Eagle Dynamics

DCS: F4U-1D Corsair Development Report

By Magnitude 3 LLC

From Magnitude 3:

Recent development of the DCS: F4U-1D Corsair has centred on improving flight model accuracy, ground-unit behavior, and overall usability in DCS. Thanks to you and your thorough testing and feedback, we’re ensuring that the Corsair performs realistically and fits seamlessly into the DCS WWII experience.

We’ve spent a lot of time refining the Corsair’s flight model. We fixed an issue with too much drag when the flaps were extended, so you’ll notice more realistic handling during approaches and maneuvers. Stall recovery is now more authentic, and we’ve tuned the tailwheel for smoother yaw control on the ground. External fuel tank drag has also been adjusted to match real-world data. These updates make the Corsair’s handling more true-to-life, and it gives you a more consistent flying experience.

We have also improved the cockpit interface. Mouse-view input now works as expected, and field-of-view limits have been adjusted. These tweaks make cockpit interaction and camera control smoother and easier to use.

Additionally, we’ve fixed an issue with Japanese ground units not spawning damage models correctly. This will be included in the next DCS update. The range of the Japanese 25 mm anti-aircraft gun has been adjusted from 7,500 meters to 6,000 meters to better match its historical performance.

Looking ahead, we’re working on new features to expand the Corsair's capabilities. One of our main goals is to add the catapult system for the F4U-1D, bringing a key part of carrier operations. We’re also continuing to improve the BAT-9 radar. To get this right, we’re seeking the best technical sources to ensure the system is as accurate as possible.

We look forward to sharing more as development progresses, and thank you for your sustained feedback, patience and support.

DCS: F/A-18C Operation Cerberus North 2

by Ground Pounder Sims

We are pleased to announce that Operation Cerberus North 2 by Ground Pounder Sims will be available for purchase in an upcoming DCS update.

The campaign takes place in 2014, and it moves this campaign series to Lebanon during the Syrian civil war. You will join a multinational task force under a UN mandate to support the Lebanese government as