Up to this point, Digital Flight Deck has focused on non-combat simulation. That’s been deliberate — but it’s probably time to at least open the door a bit.
Some FSG@ members are already using Digital Combat Simulator (DCS). It may not be your thing today — but it might be tomorrow. So why not take a look?
DCS in VR is a different experience entirely. Not incremental — transformational. You’re not observing the fight, you’re in it. And that changes everything.
I came across a video today that captures that immersion well. Worth a few minutes—if only to see what’s now possible.
A realistic VR DCS War experience?
More videos like this Tactical Pascale
And it’s not just DCS.
One of our members Jon B., a Vietnam-era F-4 driver, recently stepped back into the Phantom — this time in VR using Microsoft Flight Simulator 2020.
That’s really the point. These platforms are no longer just simulations — they’re experiences.
Need a little more convincing? Do what we do. Head on up/down to Extreme Flight Simulation (EFS) in Gurnee, IL. Two DCS combat simulators, great staff and a lot of fun. Don't forget to try their 737.
And if reading is your thing, the Jan/Feb 2026 issue of PCPilot had a well written article on Military Jets in FS2024.
Of course, you can just load DCS up on to your computer - for free. Either way, take a look!
Your thoughts,
Kenneth (Ken) Butterly, Founder
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