Open the Falcon BMS Alternative Launcher (Launcher\FalconBMS_Alternative_Launcher.exe).
Assign Axes
Click AXISASSIGN and map the following Axes:
- Roll
- Pitch
- Throttle
- Yaw
If you have rudder pedals:
- Toe Brake
- Toe Brake Right
If you have a HOTAS with a cursor slew and/or rotary axes
- Cursor X
- Cursor Y
- Antenna Elevation
- Range Knob
Assign Buttons
Click KEYMAPPING.
Set the Profile dropdown to F-15.
Assign Stick
Set the Category dropdown to RIGHT CONSOLE. Scroll down and find the section for FLIGHT STICK.
Map the controls in the diagram to your stick as you see fit. Reference both Docs\02 Aircraft Manuals & Checklists\01 F-16\TO 1F-16CMAM-1 BMS.pdf, section 17.1 and Docs\02 Aircraft Manuals & Checklists\01 F-16\TO 1F-16CMAM-34-1-1 BMS.pdf, section 2.1.5 for a description of functions.
All controls on the stick are important.
Assign Throttle
Set the category dropdown to LEFT CONSOLE. Scroll down and find the section for THROTTLE QUADRANT SYSTEM.
Diagram from the DCS manual, because BMS’ manuals don’t have a complete diagram of the throttle…
Diagram from the BMS manual - SPD BRK switch is unlabeled
Assign the controls as you see fit. Reference both Docs\02 Aircraft Manuals & Checklists\01 F-16\TO 1F-16CMAM-1 BMS.pdf, section 2.45 and Docs\02 Aircraft Manuals & Checklists\01 F-16\TO 1F-16CMAM-34-1-1 BMS.pdf, section 2.1.5 for a description of functions.
The Hands-On Black-Out Paddle Switch (HOBO) is not implemented in BMS. All other controls on the throttle are important.
Assign Other Controls
Assign any other controls as you see fit. Reference both Docs\02 Aircraft Manuals & Checklists\01 F-16\TO 1F-16CMAM-1 BMS.pdf, section 1 and Docs\02 Aircraft Manuals & Checklists\01 F-16\TO 1F-16CMAM-34-1-1 BMS.pdf, Part II for a description of cockpit layout and switch functions.
You’ll probably need: GEAR: LG Handle, MISC: PITCH Switch, MISC: ROLL Switch. Flaps in the F-16 are automatic, so no need to bind them.