In the Harrier we can't assign JDAMs to waypoints directly, they can only use target points.
The process to convert waypoints to target points is rather tedious due to the Harriers new logic for switching between nav point types.
By default most people would prefer target points than waypoints (in my opinion) when it comes to the Harrier, and they can be created directly with coordinates just like the waypoints can. I think you need to have at least one target point first though, which can be created from the existing waypoint if necessary by designating it then using TOO. You then hold down the waypoint up or down button to switch between waypoints and target point mode.
Would it be possible to read the current state and enter points based on that? i.e. if the cockpit nav system has TP1 selected then enter the data as target points, if it has WP1 selected then enter as waypoints.
Alternatively a simple preference setting stating that we prefer either TP or WP would be great.
Thanks!
In the Harrier we can't assign JDAMs to waypoints directly, they can only use target points.
The process to convert waypoints to target points is rather tedious due to the Harriers new logic for switching between nav point types.
By default most people would prefer target points than waypoints (in my opinion) when it comes to the Harrier, and they can be created directly with coordinates just like the waypoints can. I think you need to have at least one target point first though, which can be created from the existing waypoint if necessary by designating it then using TOO. You then hold down the waypoint up or down button to switch between waypoints and target point mode.
Would it be possible to read the current state and enter points based on that? i.e. if the cockpit nav system has TP1 selected then enter the data as target points, if it has WP1 selected then enter as waypoints.
Alternatively a simple preference setting stating that we prefer either TP or WP would be great.
Thanks!