Combined Ops Link DCS Airspace
Last updated: Mar 22, 2026

CombinedOpsLink is a middleware utility designed to establish a real-time data bridge between DCS Airspace and DCS Simple Radio Standalone (SRS). It functions as a communication relay, ensuring that tactical information from the simulation environment is synchronized with your radio interface.

How It Works

Connection: The bridge connects to a designated SRS server (either locally or remotely) via TCP.
Data Retrieval: It continuously listens for updates regarding unit positions, radio settings, and transmission states.
Broadcast: The processed data is then broadcasted to DCS Airspace, allowing for an automated update of the operating environment.

CombinedOpsLink is a portable, standalone application that requires no formal installation. It can be run from any folder on your system, making it easy to manage without altering system registries.

To ensure compatibility with the latest protocol changes, the software features an integrated auto-updater that checks for new versions upon startup.

For optimal performance, the utility should be launched prior to opening DCS Airspace. Once running, it automatically begins bridging data, enabling advanced features such as IFF status and real-time frequency displays that would otherwise be unavailable.

Important: Usage Requirements

Please note that CombinedOpsLink is exclusively required for users operating as controllers within the DCS Airspace interface. It is essential for synchronizing tactical data and radio states for ATC and GCI functions. Standard pilots flying within DCS World do not need to run this utility; your normal SRS client and DCS installation will handle all necessary communications and data transmission without this bridge.