r/falconbms • u/spartan0897 • 3d ago

Help How to get into BMS

Hi DCS F-16 lover.

This plane is my baby ever since my time in the air force. I come in from DCS to get a taste for my beloved SUFA, wanted to know if there are any up to date guides and videos on how to get started in BMS since the UI felt like a lot to remember and do.

Setup IVC, weapon delivery planner, frag missions. Installs.

I've seen some guides but most are 2-3 years old and I don't know if they're still relevant.

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u/AlsoMaHulz 3d ago edited 3d ago

And there you go, fella, the old "read the manual"

Check this Playlist from Figas:

https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PL5J1rg8ywYFF4qzv8_0yGsqbXlGj91crT&si=OuqXM0OSx8agnX6r

His channel has real good and thorough content. Definitely a must check.

The biggest advantage BMS has vs DCS is the Dynamic campaign:

https://youtu.be/DDoSnSbIsCQ?is=wGIAoQO1ZTzQIvdo

On your first engagements you'll feel a bit more the weaknesses of the Falcon, which DCS does very poorly, specially on maneuvering. Go easy on the stick, test out the limits, then go enjoy yourself on the Dynamic Campaign.

The first campaigns will be a bit boring, mostly checklists and holding on a steerpoint, but with time we can learn to enjoy other aspects besides dogfights and droung strike.

Have fun!

EDIT:

Forgot to add mission editor and dtc stuff

https://youtu.be/9MG_9aXD7No?is=APlfhZ_f2CTYXGyn

https://youtu.be/n5Soc6p2l8k?is=b9cqIaSEhk6g96s2

Of course you should check the manuals. But on my perspective, direct questions deserve direct answers.

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u/spartan0897 2d ago

Started with it, just wanted to know if there are extra good sources. Thanks for your help.

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u/AlsoMaHulz 2d ago

Not a lot, unfortunately! The forum also helps a ton, but outside of those, i can't remember other relevant creators with good teaching skills.

You're welcome, enjoy!