Graveyard of Empires

In our previous discussions on Paveway II employment, we explored all the self-lasing delivery profiles (level, dive, pop-up, loft, and toss). These methods have all in common that they require precise aircraft handling and sensor management to acquire target and guide the bomb, in a potentially hig

We already made half of the "4T" study: Task and Target have been analyzed and it's now time to look at the Threat and Tactics. 3.3 Threat The threat analysis constitutes a crucial phase of mission planning, directly influencing the tactics employed to achieve mission objectives. While we already di

While many of you are likely proficient in employing Paveway II LGBs in DCS World, a deeper understanding of their attack profiles can significantly enhance your effectiveness. Let's explore the specificity of these profiles, trying to uncover details that will elevate your employment of this weapon

Last part of the mathematical study of optimal runway attack parameters, and conclusions! Following my previous explorations into calculating the optimal offset angle (θ) and bomb interval for runway attacks, let's take the time to make a short graphical study. I'll try to provide you visually with

The end of the article detailing the (easy) maths behind runway attack tactics. Now that you know how to determine the optimal offset angle, it's time to discuss the ideal bomb interval and minimum number of bombs that should be carried. 5. Bomb Interval: Optimizing Damage Spacing When attacking a r

The (easy) maths behind successful runway attacks! As you've seen it previously in historical examples, effectively disabling a runway is not a trivial task and precise application of mathematical principles to optimize attack parameters is required. I will try to explain you here the (simplified) c

Note: this post might sound a little provocative, but that’s intentional. Its purpose is not to criticize but to provide an insight into what tactical thinking looks like for real fighter pilots. Runway attacks are more than just dropping bombs—they require careful planning, an understanding of weap