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FM 20-18 WINGS OPERATORS MANUAL © 2018 VOLUMEINFINITE. ALL RIGHTS RESERVED.
FM 20-18 WINGS SYSTEM OPERATORS MANUAL

TABLE OF CONTENTS
INTRODUCTION
WHAT IS THE W.I.N.G.S. APPLICATION?
APPLICATION DIAGRAM & OVERVIEW
ARMA REDIS CLIENT FRAMEWORK
START UP PROCEDURES
INCORPORATION INTO MISSION DATA
INSTRUMENTATION SECTION I
ONBOARD CLOCK
FUEL QUANTITY (QTY) INDICATOR
FUEL FLOW RATE INDICATOR
EXHAUST GAS TEMPERATURE INDICATOR
OIL TEMPERATURE INDICATOR
OIL PRESSURE INDICATOR
INSTRUMENT VACUUM INDICATOR
INSTRUMENT AMPERAGE INDICATOR
INSTRUMENTATION SECTION II
AIRSPEED INDICATOR
ATTITUDE INDICATOR
ALTIMETER GAUGE
TURN COORDINATOR
HORIZONTAL SITUATION INDICATOR
VERTICAL SPEED INDICATOR
RPM INDICATOR
INSTRUMENTATION SECTION III
NAVIGATION SYSTEM (IN-GAME)
COMPACT RADIO STACK, CRS SYSTEM
COURSE DEVIATION INDICATOR
AUTOMATIC DIRECTION FINDER
TROUBLESHOOTING AND DEVICE SUPPORT
CHAPTER 1 - INTRODUCTION
This manual is intended to inform and educate the operator of the WINGS
software application and its purpose, limitations and capabilities. The data
included in this instructional field manual is exclusive to operating WINGS.
WHAT IS THE W.I.N.G.S. APPLICATION?
W.I.N.G.S. stands for Windowed Instrument Navigation Guidance System; and is a type
of software that provides an aircraft pilot real-time data on aircraft instrumentation via the
on-board avionics of their vehicle. This data is provided in a windowed format, on a second
screen via A³, otherwise called ‘Advanced Avionics Access’, a type of data sent via Redis.
FEATURES
 Standalone 2nd Window Viewport of Aircraft Avionic Instruments in ArmA 3 ®

 Instruments Included;
 Clock, with In-Game/Real-Life time display
 Fuel Quantity
 Fuel Flow and Aircraft Exhaust Gas Temperature (EGT) Refs
 Oil Temperature and Oil Pressure
 Instrument Vacuum and Amperage
 Aircraft Airspeed, Attitude, Altitude, Turn Co-ordinator, Heading
and Vertical Speed indication, as well as vehicle’s RPM indication
 Navigation Instruments including VOR1, VOR2, ADF & Nav Panel
 Support for Saitek/Logitech Flight Panel Hardware, for multiple devices
 Integrated Mission Support via Mission Templates and PBO Addon File
APPLICATION OVERVIEW & DIAGRAM
Displayed below is an overview of the communication network between ArmA 3 ® game

data and the Windowed Instrument Navigation Guidance System (WINGS) via Redis. A
full overview of the ‘ArmARedisClient’ Network Protocol is explained further, elsewhere.
(Fig 1.1 “WINGS ↔ A³, Advanced Avionics Access Interfacing Method”)
By utilising ArmARedisClient, the database read/write access speed is nigh real-time. It

outperforms standard databases by 98.00% meaning data storage is incredibly efficient.
ARMA REDIS CLIENT FRAMEWORK
ArmARedisClient is an ArmA 3 ® extension that’s written by Creedcoder. This pioneer

framework enables users to store data from memory as opposed to the read/write method
used by MySQL and SQLite. This extension is the core transmission methodology used
to support WINGS. As such, it is a highly recommended method for storing data to a
database table providing superior access speed and accuracy of values that servers need.
PLEASE NOTE, WINGS REQUIRES THIS METHODOLOGY TO OPERATE
Enquiries regarding the Redis Framework or ArmARedisClient should be directed toward

the framework authors, especially Creedcoder if regarding queries about ArmA 3 ® data.
The WINGS application requires the ArmARedisClient program launched/active to work.
STARTUP PROCEDURES
To begin utilising the WINGS application, the steps displayed below must be followed to
initialise and use the software. When troubleshooting any issues involving this program
said user is therefore urged to follow the steps described below first to fix any problems.
01 ☑ Locate “@ArmaRedisClient\Redis Server\64bit\” and launch the ‘Start Redis

Server.bat’ which launches the Redis Server. It is REQUIRED, don’t skip it.
02 ☑ Locate “@WINGS\App” and launch the ‘WINGS.exe’ (run program as Administrator)
and then launch ArmA 3 ® with ArmARedisClient and WINGS activated in launcher.
03 ☑ Begin playing your WINGS supported mission, or join a WINGS Mission via a server
and ALT+TAB to the WINGS.exe, click ‘Connect’ and return to ArmA 3 ® and enjoy!
INCORPORATION INTO MISSION DATA
Provided with your WINGS Suite, is an example mission, located in “@WINGS\Mission

Template”, and is designed to test the functionality of the software. Furthermore, it has
the added benefit of giving mission creators the opportunity to make their own WINGS
mission. Shown below is an illustration of the steps needed to merge/create missions:
STEP 01: Open @WINGS\Mission Template\WINGS_Altis_Template01.Altis
This mission contains 6 airports, subsequently named RNWY01, RNWY02, etc. They’re
the runway data used in the mission that tells WINGS what airport you plan to fly toward.
STEP 02: Double Click on any Runway Game Logic in the Editor
The above example has a specific format, and must be followed properly. Failure to use
this format may cause undesired effects, or ultimately crash the game, server, or applet.
There are a few method for incorporating this type of data into your own ArmA missions:
 Select all Runway “Game Logics” in the Editor, Copy and Paste them elsewhere.
 Merge your mission using the Editor, this may cause some compatibility issues.
 Create your own Game Logic based on specific rules described in detail below…
THE ANATOMY OF A WINGS AIRPORT LOGIC
REQUIRED FORMAT
this setVariable[“AAA_Name”, “Generic Airport Name”];

this setVariable[“AAA_Type”, “Airport”];
this setVariable[“AAA_ROT”, 3];
this setVariable[“AAA_COM1”, “000.00_ABC_000.00_ABC”];
this setVariable[“AAA_COM2”, “000.00_ABC_000.00_ABC”];
this setVariable[“AAA_NAV1”, “000.00_ABC_000.00_ABC”];
this setVariable[“AAA_NAV2”, “000.00_ABC_000.00_ABC”];
this setVariable[“AAA_NDB”, “000.00_ABC_000.00_ABC”];
Where “000.00” set a 5 digit frequency, and “ABC” set a 3 Letter Morse Code Name.
STEP 03: Test Your Mission Properly
The above example demonstrates a properly configured mission. By launching your own
mission and opening the map, the user will see a list of airports they have created. It’s so
important that you properly test your map by flying from airport to airport, and taking time
to ensure your radio panel reads the proper frequencies required to travel to an airport..!
MISSION BUILDER CHECKLIST
☑ Your Airport’s should look something like this…
VARIABLE NAME: RNWY01

this setVariable[“AAA_Name”, “Gravia Airbase”];
this setVariable[“AAA_Type”, “Airport”];
this setVariable[“AAA_ROT”, 3];
this setVariable[“AAA_COM1”, “128.50_ANA_122.10_ANA”];
this setVariable[“AAA_COM2”, “970.15_AGV_992.60_AGV”];
this setVariable[“AAA_NAV1”, “109.20_AMO_109.20_AMO”];
this setVariable[“AAA_NAV2”, “971.30_AGV_971.30_AGV”];
this setVariable[“AAA_NDB”, “0429.0_AIO_0429.0_AIO”];
☑ All Airports are uniquely named (no 2 RNWY01’s, etc), and properly formatted.
INSTRUMENTATION SECTION I
This section discusses avionic instruments that pertain to the aircraft’s performance and
other important functions. These instruments monitor the overall performance of the given
aircraft in flight, and indicate important aspects of the current flight situation in operations.
INSTRUMENTS INCLUDE
 Clock
 Exhaust Gas Temperature
 Fuel Flow Indicators
 Fuel Quantity
 Oil Pressure
 Oil Temperature
 Instrument Vacuum
 Instrument Ammeter
INSTRUMENT: ONBOARD CLOCK
The on-board clock instrument shows LOCAL TIME in the Upper Half, and
shows USER TIME in the lower half. Provides accurate visual data on time.
LOCAL TIME: Shows In-Game Time

USER TIME: Shows a User’s Time
There are no additional controls for it

and require zero user input to control.
INSTRUMENT: FUEL QUANTITY
The fuel quantity indicator shows the vehicles’ current on-board fuel levels
in gallons. The fuel quantity indications are demonstrated in the text below:
F – Full Tank
¾ – 75% Tank
½ – 50% Tank
¼ – 25% Tank
E – Empty Tank

INSTRUMENT: EXHAUST GAS TEMPERATURE, FUEL FLOW RATE
The exhaust gas temperature (EGT) indicator indicates the temperature of

the engine exhaust, providing insight on the engine performance regarding
heat. The fuel flow indicator indicates fuel consumption showed in gallons.
User can set their EGT Ref using the

Mouse Scroll Wheel Up/Down while
the WINGS App is actively in usage.
INSTRUMENT: ENGINE OIL TEMPERATURE & PRESSURE
The engine oil temperature indicator indicates the heat-based efficiency of

the aircraft regarding the engine’s oil. The engine oil pressure indicates the
oil viscosity and pressure (in Pounds Per Square Inch, or PSI) in the engine.

INSTRUMENT: BAROMETRIC VACUUM AND ON-BOARD AMMETER
The on-board instrument vacuum provides barometric pressure information

involving instruments that rely on air pressure. The on-board ammeter is an
instrument that displays electric current regulation in amps for all electronics.

END OF SECTION I
INSTRUMENTATION SECTION II
This section discusses avionic instruments pertaining to the physical nature of the aircraft
in relation to direction and space. These instruments provide the most crucial requirement
for flying the aircraft in a stable fashion, and indicate the most important data to the pilot.
INSTRUMENTS INCLUDE
 Airspeed Indicator
 Attitude Indicator
 Aircraft Altimeter
 Turn Co-ordinator
 Horizontal Situation Indicator
 Vertical Speed Indicator
 Engine RPM Indicator
INSTRUMENT: AIRSPEED INDICATOR
The airspeed indicator provides an ‘indicated’ airspeed, by sensing pressure

against the aircraft’s Pitot Tube. This instrument does not, however, account
for ‘True’ Airspeed or ‘Calibrated’ Airspeed, instead it is ‘Indicated’ Airspeed.

INSTRUMENT: ATTITUDE INDICATOR
The attitude indicator provides information on the aircraft’s current pitch, roll
gyroscopically. Pitch indicates the elevation or descent of the aircraft’s nose
toward a given direction, while roll indicates the aircrafts rotation in degrees.

INSTRUMENT: ALTIMETER
The altimeter indicates the aircraft’s current height in relation to a barometric

pressure. Altitude is marked in hundred’s, thousand’s whereas the pressure
is measured in Inches of Mercury (or In.Hg), decreasing as altitude is gained.

INSTRUMENT: TURN CO-ORDINATOR
The turn co-ordinator indicates the aircraft’s ‘standard rate of turn’ shown as a
combination of both the aircraft’s roll value, and the slip / skid rate showing the
current center of gravity within the aircraft using a ball, and is affected by Yaw.

INSTRUMENT: HORIZONTAL SITUATION INDICATOR
The horizontal situation indicator or HSI shows the aircraft’s rotation in relation
to the northern pole; otherwise known as a compass. Additionally, the heading
card is available to help set a visual course, and is controlled by two set knobs.
The heading card can be unlocked using

the left knob, and adjusted with the right.
INSTRUMENT: VERTICAL SPEED INDICATOR
The vertical speed indicator or VSI shows the aircraft’s rate of climb, or descent
based upon static pressure that affects the internal mechanism of the instrument.
It can indicate whether the aircraft is maintaining or losing altitude while in flight.

INSTRUMENT: ENGINE RPM INDICATOR
The engine RPM indicator shows the given aircraft’s engine rotations-per-minute
as a percentage. In fixed-wing aircraft such as planes, the RPM is adjusted using
the aircraft throttle. In rotary aircraft such as helicopters, it changes automatically.

END OF SECTION II
INSTRUMENTATION SECTION III
This section discusses avionic instruments regarding the navigation systems inside of the
aircraft’s cockpit. These instruments provide vital information on the aircraft’s course, the
chosen navigation point in relation to the aircraft, and the glideslope when nearing a zone.
INSTRUMENTS INCLUDE
 Navigation System (In-game)

 Compact Radio Stack, CRS System
 Course Deviation Indicators
 Very High Frequency (VHF) Omni-Directional Range, VOR1
 Very High Frequency (VHF) Omni-Directional Range, VOR2
 Automatic Direction Finder
INSTRUMENT: NAVIGATION SYSTEMS (IN-GAME)
The in-game navigation system is available by bringing up the map, and selecting
a navigation point. Doing so populates the ‘Compact Radio Stack’ or CRS, shown.
below in the relevant section. Selecting an airport automatically updates the CRS.

INSTRUMENT: COMPACT RADIO STACK, CRS SYSTEM
The compact radio stack, or CRS provides complex radio navigation support with
instruments on-board the current aircraft. By choosing an airport, it deciphers the
many frequencies assigned to said airport, and can be controlled by inputs below:
 COM1
 COM2
 NAV1
 NAV2
 ADF
 DME
The user can click these buttons, and if clicked again can mute/unmute that frequency’s
Morse Code Identifier. Additionally, ArmAFP Software supports Saitek Pro Flight panels.
INSTRUMENT: COURSE DEVIATION INDICATORS
The two course deviation indicators (VOR1/VOR2) provide relational information

in respects to the current navigation point. They will only direct themselves to an
airport or navigation point if their respective Omni-Bearing Selector or OBS Ring:
 VOR1 OBS Knob: Press +/- to rotate the OBS Ring to match Airport Heading.
 Displays Course Deviation Left or Right of the Course Direction
 Displays Glide Slope when the Aircraft is within range of Airport
 VOR2 OBS Knob: Press +/- to rotate the OBS Ring to match Airport Heading.
 Displays Course Deviation Left or Right of the Course Direction
The user can assign adjustment controls

using the ArmA CustomActions menu UI.
INSTRUMENT: COURSE DEVIATION INDICATORS
The automatic direction finder (ADF) provides automatic direction in relation to a

frequency provided by the NDB, or Non-Directional Beacon. The HDG knob can
adjust the heading ring surrounding the instrument, in case of instrument failures:
 ADF HDG Knob: Press +/- to rotate the RMI Ring to match Airport Heading.
 Points to the Airport in relation to the Aircraft while vehicle is airborne.
The user can assign adjustment controls

using the ArmA CustomActions menu UI.
END OF SECTION III

TROUBLESHOOTING AND DEVICE SUPPORT
This section will cover a brief FAQ, or Frequently Asked Questions regarding solutions to
potential problems that arise from a misconfigured WINGS. Furthermore, there will be an
explanation of ArmAFP, an application custom built to support the WINGS software applet.
TROUBLESHOOTING (FAQ)
 What’s the correct start up procedure?
01. Launch the Redis Server

02. Launch WINGS (do not connect yet)
03. Launch ArmA III, Join a WINGS Mission (or server)
04. Upon joining, Open the Map and Select an Airport
05. ALT+TAB to WINGS, and click ‘Connect’ and return to ArmA.
06. Enjoy!
 The above method didn’t work, what should I do?
Contact us, immediately via the official forum thread found here.
 Can I use Saitek Pro Flight Series Hardware in ArmA III now?
Yes, launch ArmAFP and set up your program how you see fit.
 I can’t get activate my Navigation Instruments…?
See above, and adjust the relevant OBS Knobs using +/- until it activates.
 Can I set ‘Custom Controls’ to manipulate the app from ArmA III?
Yes, see below.

DEVICE SUPPORT: CUSTOM CONTROLS VIA ARMA
In ArmA 3 ® the user has the option to set controls for WINGS via the custom controls
menu in the game. The following method is used to access this menu system and set
controls that can allow you to manipulate WINGS from ArmA 3 ® as the user sees fit:
 Launch ArmA 3 ®
 Click Options
 Controls
 Open the Drop-down Menu and select “Custom Controls”
 Use CustomAction 20: Toggles HSI Lock/Unlock
 Use CustomAction 19: Increase HSI Value
 Use CustomAction18: Decrease HSI Value
 Use CustomAction17: Increase ADF Value
 Use CustomAction16: Decrease ADF Value
 Use CustomAction15: Increase VOR1 Value
 Use CustomAction14: Decrease VOR1 Value
 Use CustomAction13: Increase VOR2 Value
 Use CustomAction12: Decrease VOR2 Value
 Use CustomAction11: Toggle Backlight On/Off
 Use CustomAction10: Toggle Backlight Colour
By assigning these controls, the user is able to turn on/off their instrument backlight
and various other functions without having to ALT+TAB from ArmA 3 ® into WINGS
and back again. Furthermore, additional controls can be assigned to reduce a need
for using the mouse, and instead setting button controls to successfully send inputs.
DEVICE SUPPORT: SAITEK PRO FLIGHT PANELS & ARMAFP
Included in WINGS is ArmAFP, an external application program for binding controls

to the Saitek (now Logitech) Pro Flight Series Panels. By properly configuring all the
controls needed to use your panels, the user can now use real flight simulation gear
to play ArmA 3 ® for added realism and is an excellent addition to flying experience.
END OF FIELD MANUAL

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FM 20-18 WINGS OPERATORS MANUAL © 2018 VOLUMEINFINITE. ALL RIGHTS RESERVED.

FM 20-18 WINGS SYSTEM OPERATORS MANUAL

WHAT IS THE W.I.N.G.S. APPLICATION?

 Standalone 2nd Window Viewport of Aircraft Avionic Instruments in ArmA 3 ®

APPLICATION OVERVIEW & DIAGRAM

Displayed below is an overview of the communication network between ArmA 3 ® game

(Fig 1.1 “WINGS ↔ A³, Advanced Avionics Access Interfacing Method”)

By utilising ArmARedisClient, the database read/write access speed is nigh real-time. It

ARMA REDIS CLIENT FRAMEWORK

ArmARedisClient is an ArmA 3 ® extension that’s written by Creedcoder. This pioneer

PLEASE NOTE, WINGS REQUIRES THIS METHODOLOGY TO OPERATE

Enquiries regarding the Redis Framework or ArmARedisClient should be directed toward

01 ☑ Locate “@ArmaRedisClient\Redis Server\64bit\” and launch the ‘Start Redis

02 ☑ Locate “@WINGS\App” and launch the ‘WINGS.exe’ (run program as Administrator)

INCORPORATION INTO MISSION DATA

Provided with your WINGS Suite, is an example mission, located in “@WINGS\Mission

STEP 01: Open @WINGS\Mission Template\WINGS_Altis_Template01.Altis

THE ANATOMY OF A WINGS AIRPORT LOGIC

this setVariable[“AAA_Name”, “Generic Airport Name”];

STEP 03: Test Your Mission Properly

MISSION BUILDER CHECKLIST

☑ Your Airport’s should look something like this…

VARIABLE NAME: RNWY01

INSTRUMENT: ONBOARD CLOCK

LOCAL TIME: Shows In-Game Time

There are no additional controls for it

INSTRUMENT: FUEL QUANTITY

There are no additional controls for it

INSTRUMENT: EXHAUST GAS TEMPERATURE, FUEL FLOW RATE

The exhaust gas temperature (EGT) indicator indicates the temperature of

User can set their EGT Ref using the

INSTRUMENT: ENGINE OIL TEMPERATURE & PRESSURE

The engine oil temperature indicator indicates the heat-based efficiency of

There are no additional controls for it

INSTRUMENT: BAROMETRIC VACUUM AND ON-BOARD AMMETER

The on-board instrument vacuum provides barometric pressure information

There are no additional controls for it

INSTRUMENT: AIRSPEED INDICATOR

The airspeed indicator provides an ‘indicated’ airspeed, by sensing pressure

There are no additional controls for it

INSTRUMENT: ATTITUDE INDICATOR

There are no additional controls for it

The altimeter indicates the aircraft’s current height in relation to a barometric

There are no additional controls for it

INSTRUMENT: TURN CO-ORDINATOR

There are no additional controls for it

INSTRUMENT: HORIZONTAL SITUATION INDICATOR

The heading card can be unlocked using

INSTRUMENT: VERTICAL SPEED INDICATOR

There are no additional controls for it

INSTRUMENT: ENGINE RPM INDICATOR

There are no additional controls for it

INSTRUMENTATION SECTION III

 Navigation System (In-game)

INSTRUMENT: NAVIGATION SYSTEMS (IN-GAME)

There are no additional controls for it

INSTRUMENT: COMPACT RADIO STACK, CRS SYSTEM

INSTRUMENT: COURSE DEVIATION INDICATORS

The two course deviation indicators (VOR1/VOR2) provide relational information

The user can assign adjustment controls

INSTRUMENT: COURSE DEVIATION INDICATORS

The automatic direction finder (ADF) provides automatic direction in relation to a