Uploaded May 2020 | Updated September 2026, 1 week ago

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This is the first of a few videos on what to do when something goes wrong in the Hip, starting with how to put out fires. The system is simple, but unless you understand its limitations it can be confusing to just figure out on your own.

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00:00 - Intro
00:24 - System and Panel Overview
02:25 - Demo - Left Engine Fire
04:52 - Demo - Left and Right Engine Fires
07:28 - Demo - System Lockout
09:23 - Outro

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My Hardware:
- Saitek X-56 (2016)
- Saitek Pro Flight Rudder Pedals (The plastic ones)
- NaturalPoint TrackIR 5
- Blue Yeti

Relevant Mods:
- Mi-8 Black English Cockpit by Devrim: digitalcombatsimulator.com/en/files/1053263
- Unofficial RoughMet Patch: digitalcombatsimulator.com/en/files/3303667
- Ace Combat Erusean 3rd RGR Livery: digitalcombatsimulator.com/en/files/3305247

Flight Manuals:
- Chuck's Guide: mudspike.com/chucks-guides-dcs-mi-8mtv2
- Official Flight Manual: digitalcombatsimulator.com/en/downloads/documentation/magnificent_eight_flight_manual