Propellersöndag
2025-07-27 20:00 - 21:30 (Europe/Stockholm) | Marianas
RSVP:
2025-07-27 – 19:59
Lineup:
Activity:
Mission – CAP
Version / Modules:
Open Beta, WW2 Asset pack, Marianas WWII, Spitfire, Mosquito, F4U, P-51, TF-51, P-47, Bf-109, Fw-190A8, Fw-190D9
Background:
In a fictional campaign during WW2 allied forces have recently established small bases on Guam and Rota. A detachment of RAF, USN and USAF fighters are tasked with supporting offensive operations towards Tinian and Saipan islands in the north. US Marines have landed a small force on Aguijan just south of Tinian, and are preparing assets for a final push towards Tinian.
Situation:
A new US radar station just became operational on Rota. Allied intelligence have picked up on transmissions indicating that the enemy have detected it, and are preparing an attack. Establish north of Rota to defend the new radar.
Time and weather:
* June 1944
* 10:00
* Light clouds 8000 feet
* Wind 290 / 8
* QNH 30.07
Resources
Air defence map (pdf):

LotATC Overlay (json for GCI):

Training Tuesday
2025-07-29 19:30 - 22:00 | Caucasus
Everyone’s welcome to this training!
Training Mission: CA, Day
Planned Training:
1. F/A-18C
– TBU
2. F-16C
– TBU
3. F-14B
– TBU
4. AJS 37
– TBU
5. A-10C II
– TBU
6. AH-64D/OH-58D
Actions on contact Pt1 – Rerun
7. AWACS/ATC
– TBU
Additional Training Suggestions:
* Practice things in the syllabus for your main aircraft
* Tanker intercepts and rejoins Jax Tutorial
* Tac turns Wiki
* CASE 1 recovery Wiki
* Overhead break Wiki
* Time-on-target
Sign up, then organize yourselves into flights to practice relevant stuff!

RotorThursday – Once again, closer!
2025-07-31 19:30 - 22:00 | Syria
RSVP: 2025-07-30 – 19:30 (please sign-up asap though, as it makes things easier to plan)
Activity: Security/recon.
Theatre: Syria
Modules: OH-58D, AH-64
Prerequisites: None
We will continue our security task in AO CHESTNUT against insurgents trying to destabilize Syria.
SITUATION
Kiowas and Apaches has been posted to OUTPOST OAK in order to conduct security tasking of AO CHESTNUT.
ENEMY
Enemy consist of insurgents in smaller or larger groups, they tend to avoid larger built up areas, staying either out in the terrain our outskirts of built up areas.
Weapons consist of older tanks, BMPs with Shilka and manpads as threath to air. Rumors of SA8 is out but no evidence yet.
FRIENDLY
No friendly ground forces in the active part of the AO. Area of 10km out from OP OAK is patrolled by friendly forces and considered safe.
MISSION
Plan your patrols, head out and keep the area safe.
LOGISTICS
FARP at OP OAK, no other replen available.
COMMAND/CONTROL
FM 33.0 is package net for coordination between flights.
GAMEPLAY
Respawn is allowed in order to get as much training effect as possible. However if a bird goes down all other birds has to disengage and reform with the respawning bird before going back in against the threat.
KNEEBOARD for this and future missions:

Propellersöndag
2025-08-03 20:00 - 21:30 | Marianas
RSVP:
2025-08-03 – 19:59
Lineup:
Activity:
Mission – CAP
Version / Modules:
Open Beta, WW2 Asset pack, Marianas WWII, Spitfire, Mosquito, F4U, P-51, TF-51, P-47, Bf-109, Fw-190A8, Fw-190D9
Background:
In a fictional campaign during WW2 allied forces have recently established small bases on Guam and Rota. A detachment of RAF, USN and USAF fighters are tasked with supporting offensive operations towards Tinian and Saipan islands in the north. US Marines have landed a small force on Aguijan just south of Tinian, and are preparing assets for a final push towards Tinian.
Situation:
A small flotilla of allied ships are approaching Aguijan with supplies from the south. Take off and protect them from incoming threats.
Time and weather:
* June 1944
* 14:30
* Light clouds 7000 feet
* Wind 290 / 8
* QNH 29.87
Resources
Air defence map (pdf):

LotATC Overlay (json for GCI):

Training Tuesday
2025-08-05 19:30 - 22:00 | Caucasus
Everyone’s welcome to this training!
Training Mission: CA, Random WX, Day
Planned Training:
1. F/A-18C
– TBU
2. F-16C
– TBU
3. F-14B
– TBU
4. AJS 37
– TBU
5. A-10C II
– TBU
6. AH-64D/OH-58D
– TBU
7. AWACS/ATC
– TBU
Additional Training Suggestions:
* Practice things in the syllabus for your main aircraft
* Tanker intercepts and rejoins Jax Tutorial
* Tac turns Wiki
* CASE 1 recovery Wiki
* Overhead break Wiki
* Time-on-target
Sign up, then organize yourselves into flights to practice relevant stuff!

RotorThursday – Once again, closer!
2025-08-07 19:30 - 22:00 | Syria
RSVP: 2025-08-07– 19:30 (please sign-up asap though, as it makes things easier to plan)
Activity: Security/recon.
Theatre: Syria
Modules: OH-58D, AH-64
Prerequisites: None
We will continue our security task in AO CHESTNUT against insurgents trying to destabilize Syria.
SITUATION
Kiowas and Apaches has been posted to OUTPOST OAK in order to conduct security tasking of AO CHESTNUT.
ENEMY
Enemy consist of insurgents in smaller or larger groups, they tend to avoid larger built up areas, staying either out in the terrain our outskirts of built up areas.
Weapons consist of older tanks, BMPs with Shilka and manpads as threath to air. Rumors of SA8 is out but no evidence yet.
Enemy rocket artillery has been observed in CA9669 along with BMPs and T-55s. The enemy force seems to be guarded by SA-19 in unknown numbers.
FRIENDLY
No friendly ground forces in the active part of the AO. Area of 10km out from OP OAK is patrolled by friendly forces and considered safe.
MISSION
Locate and destroy rocket artillery in CA9669 and any SA-15 thats located.
LOGISTICS
FARP at OP OAK, no other replen available.
COMMAND/CONTROL
FM 33.0 is package net for coordination between flights.
GAMEPLAY
Respawn is allowed in order to get as much training effect as possible. However if a bird goes down all other birds has to disengage and reform with the respawning bird before going back in against the threat.
KNEEBOARD for this and future missions:

Propellersöndag
2025-08-10 20:00 - 21:30 | Marianas
RSVP:
2025-08-10 – 19:59
Lineup:
Activity:
Mission – CAP
Version / Modules:
Open Beta, WW2 Asset pack, Marianas WWII, Spitfire, Mosquito, F4U, P-51, TF-51, P-47, Bf-109, Fw-190A8, Fw-190D9
Background:
In a fictional campaign during WW2 allied forces have recently established small bases on Guam and Rota. A detachment of RAF, USN and USAF fighters are tasked with supporting offensive operations towards Tinian and Saipan islands in the north. US Marines have landed a small force on Aguijan just south of Tinian, and are preparing assets for a final push towards Tinian.
Situation:
A small flotilla of allied ships are anchored south of Aguijan and are unloading supplies. Take off and protect them from incoming threats.
Time and weather:
* June 1944
* 15:30
* Light clouds 7000 feet
* Wind 290 / 8
* QNH 29.88
Resources
Air defence map (pdf):

LotATC Overlay (json for GCI):

Training Tuesday
2025-08-12 19:30 - 22:00 | Caucasus
Everyone’s welcome to this training!
Training Mission: CA, Day
Planned Training:
1. F/A-18C
– TBU
2. F-16C
– TBU
3. F-14B
– TBU
4. AJS 37
– TBU
5. A-10C II
– TBU
6. AH-64D/OH-58D
– TBU
7. AWACS/ATC
– TBU
Additional Training Suggestions:
* Practice things in the syllabus for your main aircraft
* Tanker intercepts and rejoins Jax Tutorial
* Tac turns Wiki
* CASE 1 recovery Wiki
* Overhead break Wiki
* Time-on-target
Sign up, then organize yourselves into flights to practice relevant stuff!

RotorThursday – Once again, closer!
2025-08-14 19:30 - 22:00 | Syria
RSVP: 2025-08-14 – 19:30 (please sign-up asap though, as it makes things easier to plan)
Activity: Security/recon.
Theatre: Syria
Modules: OH-58D, AH-64
Prerequisites: None
Weather: Clouds with cloud base at 900ft agl
QNH 29.92 Temp + 20C.
Mission start time MAY22 1730Local. Sun set 2000.
We will continue our security task in AO CHESTNUT against militia trying to destabilize Syria.
SITUATION
Last thursday we destroyed BM-21 and SA-15 and thereby denied the milita units their indirect fire capability. The results are some pissed off militia who are set for retaliation.
ENEMY
Enemy have been spotted gathering forces and preparing what is estimated to be a counter-attack towards OP OAK if unchecked.
Units consist of T-55 and BMP-2 in company size covered by shilka and SA-13 and SA-15 in CA96 dispersed around the village where we struck the BM-21.
FRIENDLY
No friendly ground forces in the active part of the AO. Area of 10km out from OP OAK is patrolled by friendly forces and considered safe.
MISSION
Locate and destroy the armored formation in order to prevent possible attack on OP OAK.
LOGISTICS
FARP at OP OAK, no other replen available.
COMMAND/CONTROL
FM 33.0 is package net for coordination between flights.
GAMEPLAY
Respawn is allowed in order to get as much training effect as possible. However if a bird goes down all other birds has to disengage and reform with the respawning bird before going back in against the threat.
KNEEBOARD for this and future missions:

Propellersöndag
2025-08-17 20:00 - 21:30 | Marianas
RSVP:
2025-08-17 – 19:59
Lineup:
Activity:
Mission – CAP
Version / Modules:
Open Beta, WW2 Asset pack, Marianas WWII, Spitfire, Mosquito, F4U, P-51, TF-51, P-47, Bf-109, Fw-190A8, Fw-190D9
Background:
In a fictional campaign during WW2 allied forces have recently established small bases on Guam and Rota. A detachment of RAF, USN and USAF fighters are tasked with supporting offensive operations towards Tinian and Saipan islands in the north. US Marines have landed a small force on Aguijan just south of Tinian, and are preparing assets for a final push towards Tinian.
Situation:
Enemy bombers are inbound from the northwest, probably going for our ships close to Aguijan or possibly the carrier. Take off and contact longbow, expect Angels 25 or higher.
Time and weather:
* June 1944
* 09:45
* Light clouds 8000 feet
* Wind 280 / 8
* QNH 29.96
Resources
Air defence map (pdf):

LotATC Overlay (json for GCI):

Training Tuesday
2025-08-19 19:30 - 22:00 | Caucasus
Everyone’s welcome to this training!
Training Mission: CA, Day
Planned Training:
1. F/A-18C
– Low-level CCIP bombing and Tac-turns
2. F-16C
– TBU
3. F-14B
– TBU
4. AJS 37
– TBU
5. A-10C II
– TBU
6. AH-64D/OH-58D
– Buddy lasing /Pink team operations in preparations for thursdays THT.
7. AWACS/ATC
– TBU
Additional Training Suggestions:
* Practice things in the syllabus for your main aircraft
* Tanker intercepts and rejoins Jax Tutorial
* Tac turns Wiki
* CASE 1 recovery Wiki
* Overhead break Wiki
* Time-on-target
Sign up, then organize yourselves into flights to practice relevant stuff!

Operation Mashed Potato Part2
2025-08-21 19:30 - 22:00
RSVP: 2025 17 07 – 19:30 (please sign-up asap though, as it makes things easier to plan)
Activity: CAP / Interdiction / SEAD
Theatre: Kola
Modules: F/A-18C, F-16C, AH-64D, OH-58D, Combined Arms
Prerequisites: None

After the recent devastating strike on their air defense, the mercenaries seem to have got resupplies from mother russia that black market in the middle of Africa.

LINEUP
F/A-18C CAP
ARCTIC11 (400): Bankler
ARCTIC12 (401): Nikemo
ARCTIC13 (402):
ARCTIC14 (403):
F/A-18C CAP
BENDER21 (404): Kaninmat
BENDER22 (405): Makanan
BENDER23 (406):
BENDER24 (407):
F-16C SEAD patrol
INDY91: Hofftari
INDY92: Ulvar
INDY93:
INDY94:
F-16C SEAD patrol
JESTER11: Widen
JESTER12: Altunuz
JESTER13: Undefined
JESTER14:
AH-64D Air Interdiction
RAGE91: Iquences / DeadGun_SWE
RAGE92: Troll / JackFlash
RAGE93:
RAGE94:
OH-58D Reconnaissance
BLACKJACK41: Asken / Kingtiger
BLACKJACK42: Spaz / Puppysworth
BLACKJACK43:
BLACKJACK44:
AWACS
STINGRAY: Moldy, Blichten, Baconbomb
STINGRAY:
F/A-18C CAP
KRAKEN21 (304):
KRAKEN22 (305):
KRAKEN23 (306):
KRAKEN24 (307):
F/A-18C SEAD
CRIMSON31 (410):
CRIMSON32 (411):
CRIMSON33 (412):
CRIMSON34 (413):
F/A-18C CAP
DUSTY41 (300):
DUSTY42 (301):
DUSTY43 (302):
DUSTY44 (303):
F-14B CAP
ELVIS51 (100):
ELVIS52 (101):
ELVIS53 (102):
ELVIS54 (103):
AJS 37 Strike
FENRIS61:
FENRIS62:
FENRIS63:
FENRIS64:
AJS 37 Strike
GRIM71:
GRIM72:
GRIM73:
GRIM74:
A-10C Air Interdiction
HAWG81:
HAWG82:
HAWG83:
HAWG84:
F/A-18C CAP
LION31 (310):
LION32 (311):
LION33 (312):
LION34 (313):
F-14B CAP
MUSTANG41 (104):
MUSTANG42 (105):
MUSTANG43 (106):
MUSTANG44 (107):
CH-47F Transport
GREYHOUND31:
GREYHOUND32:
GREYHOUND33:
GREYHOUND34:
UH-1H Transport
NITRO51:
NITRO52:
NITRO53:
NITRO54:
AH-64D Air Interdiction
SALTY11:
SALTY12:
SALTY13:
SALTY14:
Ka-50 Air Interdiction
ORCA61:
ORCA62:
ORCA63:
ORCA64:
A-10C Air Interdiction
PIG71:
PIG72:
PIG73:
PIG74:
M-2000C CAP
QUEBEC81:
QUEBEC82:
QUEBEC83:
QUEBEC84:
A-10C XCAS
TUSK21:
TUSK22:
TUSK23:
TUSK24:
F-16C CAP
VENOM41:
VENOM42:
VENOM43:
VENOM44:
F-15E Strike
HITMAN31:
HITMAN32:
HITMAN33:
HITMAN34:
Airport
Ground:
Tower:
Control:
Carrier
Marshal:
Tower:
LSO:

1 SITUATION
1.1 Overview
After we decimated the air defense in the occupied area, the russians have declared a no-fly-zone over that area and sent “humanitary aid” towards the russian border. Military equipment isn’t officially shipped, but it seems quite some stuff crosses the border. Communication got really quiet, it seems they are relying on pen and paper now, using couriers just like back in the old days to avoid any unwanted listeners.
The more concerning part is that no-fly-zone. Sure, we don’t accept setting a no-fly-zone over our own territory, but the russians seem to be willing to establish it. The burning wreckage of both of their flankers on finnish soil should have proven them wrong but apparently a bloody nose doesn’t stop them from trying as it seems. We even think that they might try to start some new escalation somewhere else in case they don’t succeed.
However, the joint air forces command has decided to stop the flow into Finland and thus cutting off the mercenaries from that black market in Africa, obviously being shipped from MURMANSK to NELLIM or via the border post in RAJA-JOOSEPPI. Our first punch will aim towards NELLIM which is obviously their first route.
The artillery threat seems to have ceased, but our forces in the east still get targeted by artillery every now and then.
1.2 Area of operations
East of Ivalo, the area consists of forest.
1.3 Time and weather
The wind is getting a bit harder and it is more cloudy than yesterday. Still, we fly at night.
* May 12 – 2025
* 02:00 local time
* Scattered (8200′-11500′)
* Wind 292 / 12
* 9 degrees Celsius
* FORCE QNH 2915
1.4 Air threats
MiG-29S, Su-27, MiG-31
Russian CAP in the area, but over russian soil. Unclear if they stick to their announcement to force a no-fly zone over the AO.
1.5 Ground threats
Yes. Unclear number of air defense units, most forces seem to consist of mechanized infantry. Expect some reinforcements, maybe even 2S6 Tunguska.
1.6 Friendly forces
Some tank groups east and northeast of Ivalo. It’s not much, but it’s honest work.
1.7 Civilian/3rd part
Several houses, especially in the small settlement of NELLIM in the north of the area, near the road going into russia. Marked with a blue square in the map.
2 MISSION
Fixed Wing:
The Joint Force Air Component (JFAC) has decided to establish CAP flights just in case. Additionally, SEAD patrols will weed out any remaining or resupplied air defenses.
Helicopters:
Helicopters will proceed along road R969 towards NELLIM with the intention of ultimately securing the area up to NELLIM so that own forces can advance and cut off supplies from that axis.
Earlier engagements faced T-90s, BMPs and Infantry so expect some resistance along that road. If you need additional sensors, the SEAD package in the area can surely help out. Contact STINGRAY in that case.
3 EXECUTION
3.1 Commander’s intent
Secure the AO from enemy fighters. Cut off supplies from the NELLIM axis.
3.2 Packages
The CAP flights are not organised in a package, but consist of the following two flights:
– CAP north (west of NELLIM, STPT 2): ARCTIC 1
– CAP south (south of RAJA-JOOSEPPI, STPT 4): BENDER 2
Package HAMMER consists of two flights, INDY 9 and JESTER 1.
The helicopter group is organized in package SHREDDER, consisting of RAGE 9 and BLACKJACK 4.
3.3 Order of events
Takeoff from Kittilä (Ivalo for Helicopters), and then establish CAP / SEAD patrol over or next to the AO. The use of weapons is authorized, but do not fly into russian airspace. A hard lock from a fighter justifies the usage of air-to-air ordnance, also, just passing the border or aggressive maneuvering counts as hostile act and is seen as a “weapons free”.
ARCTIC 1 will setup a CAP west of NELLIM, BENDER 2 is assigned for a CAP south of RAJA-JOOSEPPI. Further tasking will depend on the situation.
CAP is supposed to take off first.
INDY 9 and JESTER 1, package HAMMER will setup a racetrack between IVALO and NELLIM roughly between STPT 2 and STPT 6. Intention is to take out any remaining air defenses, moving or stationary so that the helicopters can roam around freely. Package HAMMER will also support ARCTIC or BENDER if needed, but the main focus is to take out any remaining air defense on the ground.
Secondary objective for INDY 9 or JESTER 1 depending on the situation is to get a picture on a road running from the R969 intersection half the way to NELLIM running east, then back to NELLIM. We suspect enemy forces there in the background.
Ideally the run goes south – north so the TGP points to the right. The russians know that we don’t care about their declaration of the no fly zone but at least don’t fly into russia. At least not today.
That is the road in question:

Helicopters in package SHREDDER will progress along road R969 towards NELLIM, shown in the left side of the picture, about in the red area. If they should meet stiff resistance, requesting help from the SEAD / recon package is recommended.
3.4 Rules of engagement
ROE: C
As per SPINS
CAP should avoid flying into russian territory.
3.5 Acceptable level of risk
ALR: MEDIUM
As per SPINS
3.6 Flight tasking
Waypoints, fixed wing
* 1 Kittilä or Banak (Home Airfield)
* 2 NELLIM
* 3 RAJA-JOOSEPPI border post
* 4-8 Front line of troops for better visualization

RAGE9 / BLACKJACK 4
Interdiction northeast of Ivalo.
Loadout: FL decides
Waypoints:
1. Ivalo
2. Own forces near Keväjärvi
3. Last contact with enemy forces
4. Suspected artillery position
5. Nellim

4 ADMINISTRATION AND LOGISTICS
4.1 Airfield operations

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ARCTIC1
BENDER2
CRIMSON3
DUSTY4
ELVIS5
FENRIS6
GRIM7
HAWG8
INDY9
JESTER1
KRAKEN2
LION3
MUSTANG4
NITRO5
RAGE9
SALTY1
BLACKJACK4
ORCA6
PIG7
QUEBEC8
TUSK2
VENOM4
HITMAN3
GREYHOUND3 –>
4.2 Carrier operations
none
As per Carrier Ops SPINS

4.3 Tankers
As per Aerial Refueling SOP
5 COMMAND AND CONTROL
5.1 Commander
* Mission commander is STINGRAY
5.2 Frequencies
As per Comms SOP
5.3 Authentication
RAMROD: PAINSHOWER
As per Authentication SOP
5.4 Freq flow (Airfield flights)
7, 9, 3/5, 7
Remain on Tower (ch 7) during startup and departure. Go to Check in (ch 9). Expect Tactical (ch 3) or CAP A (ch 5). Use Tower (ch 7) for recovery.

Expect everyone to be on CH3 after checkin. CAP might be moved to CH5.
Notice: Frequence flow depending on availability of AWACS.
5.5 Freq flow (Carrier flights)
1, 9, 3/5, 16, 1
Remain on Tower (ch 1) during startup and departure. Go to Check in (ch 9). Expect Tactical (ch 3) or CAP A (ch 5). Use Marshal (ch 16) and Tower (ch 1) for recovery.
5.6 Brevity
*
5.7 Bullseye
N 68 40.00′ E 27 35.00′
6 ANNEXES

Maps

Snippet from northern corner along road 969:

Propellersöndag
2025-08-24 20:00 - 21:30 | Marianas
RSVP:
2025-08-24 – 19:59
Lineup:
Activity:
Mission – CAP
Version / Modules:
Open Beta, WW2 Asset pack, Marianas WWII, Spitfire, Mosquito, F4U, P-51, TF-51, P-47, Bf-109, Fw-190A8, Fw-190D9
Background:
In a fictional campaign during WW2 allied forces have recently established small bases on Guam and Rota. A detachment of RAF, USN and USAF fighters are tasked with supporting offensive operations towards Tinian and Saipan islands in the north. US Marines have landed a small force on Aguijan just south of Tinian, and are preparing assets for a final push towards Tinian.
Situation:
A flight of Mossies are going to deliver naval mines on the west coast of Tinian, close to the enemy airbase. Provide close escort.
Time and weather:
* June 1944
* 11:25
* Light clouds 6000 feet
* Wind 270 / 8
* QNH 29.90
Resources
Air defence map (pdf):

LotATC Overlay (json for GCI):

Short timeline + merge - Top Gun style
2025-08-26 19:30 - 23:00 | Caucasus
Everyone’s welcome to this training!
Training Mission: Default map on CA, CAVOK
Planned Training:
1. F/A-18C
– Free training or join the Top Gun-style as described below.
2. F-16C
– Free training or join the Top Gun-style as described below.
3. F-14A/B+F5 Tiger
Top Gun style training for F14+F5.
F14 with is blue – F5 is red
DLO:
As a pair of F14:
– to find, sort and lock enemy targets from a commit that starts only 30Nm away
– to secure launch parameters for AIM7 before the enemy gets within AIM9 range
– to support each other in a dogfight 2 v 2
As a pair of F5:
– to use the small cross section and high agility of the F5 to make life difficult for the F14 in BVR and WVR
– to support each other in a dogfight 2 v 2
This is a PvP training and require that at least 2 F14 pilots, 2 F14 RIO’s and 2 F5 pilots sign up. Initial missile shots (AIM7) will only be made with voice (ie “Fox 1 on the F5 in a right hand turn”) to make sure that every engagement results in a 2v2 merge.
Setup:
Both pairs start parallel 33Nm out and 15000ft. When ready the range controller calls “commit” and both pairs turn hot. The F5’s are free to fly however they want to make a lock difficult for the F14’s.
The RIO’s work to find, sort and lock the target. Lead typically locks with TWS, wingman with STT, but in this case both will “shoot” AIM7 and thus does an STT-lock. F14’s takes the AIM7 shot when in launch parameters via voice.
The encounter is then transformed into a dogfight where all weapons are allowed (AIM7, AIM9 and guns). The dogfight ends when both fighters on one side are down.
4. AJS 37
– TBU
5. A-10C II
– TBU
6. AH-64D/OH-58D
– TBU
7. AWACS/ATC
AWACS that want to practice can join the F14/5 training as a range controller. This will not be bulls-calls, but assisting the training by checking positioning, engagement distances and so on.
Additional Training Suggestions:
* Practice things in the syllabus for your main aircraft
* Tanker intercepts and rejoins Jax Tutorial
* Tac turns Wiki
* CASE 1 recovery Wiki
* Overhead break Wiki
* Time-on-target
Sign up, then organize yourselves into flights to practice relevant stuff!

RotorThursday – Once again, closer!
2025-08-28 19:30 - 22:00 | Syria
RSVP: 2025-08-28 – 19:30 (please sign-up asap though, as it makes things easier to plan)
Activity: Security/recon.
Theatre: Syria
Modules: OH-58D, AH-64
Prerequisites: None
Weather:
Low cloud base. QNH 29.92
Daybreak 0640 (Mission start)
We will continue our security task in AO CHESTNUT against militia trying to destabilize Syria.
SITUATION
Our operations against the enemy is paying a heavy toll on the enemy ground forces. How ever this has also strenghtened the enemies determination to remove us from OP OAK.
ENEMY
Intel states an enemy armor column are advancing on MSR FOX and passed BRAVO heading for CHARLIE at this time. Most likely and most dangerous course of action are that they are heading for OP OAK.
Enemy equiptment spotted are T-55, BMP-2, Shilka and technicals.
FRIENDLY
No friendly ground forces in the active part of the AO. Area of 10km out from OP OAK is patrolled by friendly forces and considered safe.
MISSION
Stop the enemy assault advancing along MSR FOX.
LOGISTICS
FARP at OP OAK, no other replen available.
COMMAND/CONTROL
FM 33.0 is package net for coordination between flights.
GAMEPLAY
Respawn is allowed in order to get as much training effect as possible. However if a bird goes down all other birds has to disengage and reform with the respawning bird before going back in against the threat.
KNEEBOARD for this and future missions:

Propellersöndag
2025-08-31 20:00 - 21:30 | Marianas
RSVP:
2025-08-31 – 19:59
Lineup:
Activity:
Mission – CAP
Version / Modules:
Open Beta, WW2 Asset pack, Marianas WWII, Spitfire, Mosquito, F4U, P-51, TF-51, P-47, Bf-109, Fw-190A8, Fw-190D9
Background:
In a fictional campaign during WW2 allied forces have recently established small bases on Guam and Rota. A detachment of RAF, USN and USAF fighters are tasked with supporting offensive operations towards Tinian and Saipan islands in the north. US Marines have landed a small force on Aguijan just south of Tinian, and are preparing assets for a final push towards Tinian.
Situation:
A heavily guarded transport ship is approaching Saipan from the northwest, clear the fighter cover and sink the ship!
Time and weather:
* June 1944
* 14:00
* Light clouds 6000 feet
* Wind 270 / 8
* QNH 29.88
Resources
Air defence map (pdf):

LotATC Overlay (json for GCI):

CASE I
2025-09-02 19:30 - 22:00 | Caucasus
NOTE: BESIDES THE MAIN EVENT, THERE WILL BE A ORDINARY TRAINING TUESDAY FOR NON-NAVY AIRCRAFT
RSVP:
25 09 01 – 19:30 (please sign-up asap though, as it makes things easier to plan)
Activity:
Mission – CASE 1 rehearsal
Version / Modules:
Open Beta, F/A-18C, F-14B
Prerequisites:
Good knowledge of the aircraft systems. At least one succesful CASE1 landing beforehand.
Case I departures and recoveries are utilized during daytime operations (day ops) when weather conditions are VMC. Case I weather requires the ceiling to be no lower than 3,000 feet and not less than 5 NM visibility.
Read before the exercise
http://wiki.masterarms.se/index.php/CASE_1
http://wiki.masterarms.se/index.php/Radials
Recommended reading
https://www.cnatra.navy.mil/local/docs/pat-pubs/P-816.pdf
The focus of this exercise will be on the overall CASE 1 procedure – not just getting high scores on the groove. For efficiency reasons, and since the landing procedure is much more challenging than the departure, we will be using airstarts.
All participants will be divided into flights and assigned a stack altitude before each round begins. Charlie time will be set to approximately 30 minutes after spawning in. All flights will start about 60 nautical miles from the boat.
Once you have spawned in, join up with your group, perform HAIL-R, and contact marshal. After that, proceed with CASE 1 as usual. Keep radio comms to a minimum – on tower frequency you should only transmit for ball calls and safety messages.
After landing, taxi away and park at a suitable spot. When everyone has landed, we will conduct a quick debrief and then restart everything (with new stack altitudes). We aim to complete at least two rounds during the evening.
LINEUP
(Stack 2k’)
Chevy11: 200
Chevy12: 201
Chevy13: 202
Chevy14: 203
Camel31: 310
Camel32: 311
(Stack 3k’)
Camel33: 312
Camel34: 313
Devil11: 410
Devil12: 411
(Stack 4k’)
Devil13: 412
Devil14: 413
Pontiac61: 100
Pontiac62: 101

Operation Beef Hammer
2025-09-04 19:30 - 23:00
RSVP: 2025 17 07 – 19:30 (please sign-up asap though, as it makes things easier to plan)
Activity: CAP / Interdiction / SEAD
Theatre: Kola
Modules: F/A-18C, F-16C, AH-64D, OH-58D, A-10C, F-15E, Combined Arms
Prerequisites: None

Following the events from Operation Mashed Potato part 2, allied forces will strike within russia.

LINEUP
F/A-18C CAP
ARCTIC11 (400): Apollo
ARCTIC12 (401): Kaninmat
ARCTIC13 (402): Frefeh
ARCTIC14 (403):
F-15E Strike
HITMAN31: Ulvar
HITMAN32: SenorHombre
HITMAN33:
HITMAN34:
F/A-18C CAP
BENDER21 (404): Bankler
BENDER22 (405): Altunuz
BENDER23 (406):
BENDER24 (407):
F-16C SEAD Escort
INDY91: Pahi
INDY92: Undefined
INDY93: Widen
INDY94:
F-16C SEAD patrol
JESTER11:
JESTER12:
JESTER13:
JESTER14:
AH-64D Air Interdiction
RAGE91: Jinx / Asken
RAGE92: Iquences / JackFlash
RAGE93: BFQ / Tony
RAGE94:
OH-58D Reconnaissance
BLACKJACK41: Puppysworth
BLACKJACK42:
BLACKJACK43:
BLACKJACK44:
A-10C Air Interdiction
PIG71: BigSwede
PIG72: Leka
PIG73:
PIG74:
AWACS
STINGRAY: Moldy
STINGRAY: Baconbomb (efter 20:30?)
F/A-18C CAP
KRAKEN21 (304):
KRAKEN22 (305):
KRAKEN23 (306):
KRAKEN24 (307):
F/A-18C SEAD
CRIMSON31 (410):
CRIMSON32 (411):
CRIMSON33 (412):
CRIMSON34 (413):
F/A-18C CAP
DUSTY41 (300):
DUSTY42 (301):
DUSTY43 (302):
DUSTY44 (303):
F-14B CAP
ELVIS51 (100):
ELVIS52 (101):
ELVIS53 (102):
ELVIS54 (103):
AJS 37 Strike
FENRIS61:
FENRIS62:
FENRIS63:
FENRIS64:
AJS 37 Strike
GRIM71:
GRIM72:
GRIM73:
GRIM74:
A-10C Air Interdiction
HAWG81:
HAWG82:
HAWG83:
HAWG84:
F/A-18C CAP
LION31 (310):
LION32 (311):
LION33 (312):
LION34 (313):
F-14B CAP
MUSTANG41 (104):
MUSTANG42 (105):
MUSTANG43 (106):
MUSTANG44 (107):
CH-47F Transport
GREYHOUND31:
GREYHOUND32:
GREYHOUND33:
GREYHOUND34:
UH-1H Transport
NITRO51:
NITRO52:
NITRO53:
NITRO54:
AH-64D Air Interdiction
SALTY11:
SALTY12:
SALTY13:
SALTY14:
Ka-50 Air Interdiction
ORCA61:
ORCA62:
ORCA63:
ORCA64:
M-2000C CAP
QUEBEC81:
QUEBEC82:
QUEBEC83:
QUEBEC84:
A-10C XCAS
TUSK21:
TUSK22:
TUSK23:
TUSK24:
F-16C CAP
VENOM41:
VENOM42:
VENOM43:
VENOM44:
Airport
Ground:
Tower:
Control:
Carrier
Marshal:
Tower:
LSO:

1 SITUATION
1.1 Overview
In yesterdays engagement, a friendly Apache has been shot down over own forces. Not inside the claimed territory, but on our side of the frontline. Russia denies any interference, but the wreckage is clear, and the fighter was even outside the NFZ they declared. Not only did they violate our airspace, but they shot down a helicopter, and even tried to attack our NASAM system in IVALO. We told them that we see that as a direct attack from russia, not from any mercenaries driving around in T-90s from some black market, and that we will answer accordingly.
This afternoon, our prime minister played the UNO reverse card and declared a no fly zone 40nm into russia. Almost at the same time, one of our HIMARS guys “mistyped a coordinate” somehow and leveled a power line, sending the whole area into darkness. Oops. Won’t be back anytime soon. And we finally got satellite pictures of the area.
This night, a strike package will cross the border to russia and level an ammunition depot near the border which is used for supplies to NELLIM. Satellite images proof that they resupply the front directly from that depot.
Any nearby air defense is to be suppressed or destroyed, and there are no restrictions to anything 40 miles away from the russian border near the disputed area. A few miles give or take… Murmansk is 80, and the nearest SA-10 site is 30nm in. If you’re getting shot at, you may reply with “suitable force”. Just don’t end up in Murmansk, that might be hard to explain.
Unfortunately, enemy tanks were able to push the frontline about 3km south, and are now at a position approximately there were we had the first contact, a few kilometers northeast of the bridge we locked down.
1.2 Area of operations
East of Ivalo, the area consists of forest.
1.3 Time and weather
* May 13 – 2025
* 02:00 local time
* Scattered (8200′-11500′)
* Wind 292 / 12
* 9 degrees Celsius
* FORCE QNH 2915
1.4 Air threats
MiG-29S, Su-27, MiG-31
Russian CAP in the area, but over russian soil. Unclear if they stick to their announcement to force a no-fly zone over the AO.
1.5 Ground threats
Yes. Unclear number of air defense units, most forces seem to consist of mechanized infantry. Expect some reinforcements, maybe even 2S6 Tunguska.
Further, known threats include:
– SA-10, located northeast of the area in russia (Bullseye 64 for 64)
– 2x SA-15, located south of the target
– 2x 2S6 Tunguska, located somewhere in the southern part of the AO
– A few KS-19
1.6 Friendly forces
Some tank groups east and northeast of Ivalo. It’s not much, but it’s honest work.
1.7 Civilian/3rd part
Several houses, especially in the small settlement of NELLIM in the north of the area, near the road going into russia. Marked with a blue square in the map.
2 MISSION
Fixed Wing:
The Joint Force Air Component (JFAC) has decided to establish CAP flights directly above the area, provided that there are no high altitude threats left.
SEAD will weed out any remaining or resupplied air defenses.
A strike package will take down the two ammo depots, and will serve as a backup CAP later. Strike package will consist of:
– A sweep, consisting of at least two aircraft, 10nm in front of the strike package (optionally, if ressources allow, we will send some TALDs in the direction of the SA-10 northeast of NELLIM before that)
– SEAD escort, directly following the sweep
– The strike flight itself, consisting of at least two aircraft equipped with 2000lb penetrators.
Sweep flight will establish a TARCAP to cover the retreat. SEAD escort will attack any air defenses threatening the operation. If there aren’t any, then they will focus on supporting air to ground operations.
If fuel and weapons permit, the strike package will back up the existing CAP flights.
Independent from those, CAP missions will be established directly over the AO, and aggressive sweep / CAP duties will take place in the area 40nm east of the AO. Anything inside that area is considered hostile.
Map for better overview:

Picture of the target:

Helicopters:
Helicopters will proceed along road R969 towards NELLIM with the intention of ultimately securing the area up to NELLIM so that own forces can advance and cut off supplies from that axis.
Earlier engagements faced T-90s, BMPs and Infantry.
3 EXECUTION
3.1 Commander’s intent
Secure the AO from enemy fighters. Cut off supplies from the NELLIM axis. Destroy the both depots north of NELLIM.
3.2 Packages
Package HAMMER will be the strike package, consisting of:
– ARCTIC 1, BENDER2: Sweep / TARCAP
– JESTER 1: SEAD escort
– HITMAN 3: Strike
– INDY 9: SEAD Escort
The helicopter group is organized in package SHREDDER, consisting of RAGE 9 and BLACKJACK 4.
3.3 Order of events
– ARCTIC 1 and BENDER 2 will be sweep / TARCAP. They go in first and will aggressively engage any fighters in the AO. 4 planes.
– INDY9 will be SEAD escort and take care of the SA-15 south of the target. Follows ARCTIC 1 in a 2-5nm trail, offset 2nm to the south to avoid shooting HARMs through the ARCTIC 1 flight. Will attack SA-15 site at waypoint 4. 2-4 planes.
– HITMAN 3 will be the strike flight, tasked with destroying both depots. Will follow INDY9 in a 10-15nm trail. Arnament is at least 2x 2000lbs penetrator per plane, at least two planes.
– JESTER1 is backup
ECM will be required to keep the SA-10 northeast of the target at bay. All flights use a RIGHT turnout south to avoid the SA-10, as we will touch their engagement envelope. All CAP flights will flow south after the strikers are done, and will avoid the SA-10.
After the attack, those airplanes that have a sufficient amount of fuel and weapons left will establish an aggressive CAP mission above the area in finland. Remaining AG ordnance will be spent on targets of opportunity if possible.
If we get additional airframes, then we will use TALDs to get rid of the SA-10, and either suppress or destroy it. In that case, the TALD flight will be KRAKEN 2, and they will go in together with ARCTIC 1, offset to the north.
Helicopters in package SHREDDER will progress along road R969 towards NELLIM, shown in the left side of the picture, about in the red area. If they should meet stiff resistance, requesting help from the SEAD / recon package is recommended.
PIG 7 will work in the southern part from RAJA-JOOSEPPI westwards, while the helicopters will focus on the road towards NELLIM. PIG 7 will support helicopters if necessary / useful.
Working on the southern AO is NOT a fixed requirement. If enemy resistance is deemed to be worked on more effectively together, then PIG 7 may focus on R969 instead. NELLIM is priority.
3.4 Rules of engagement
ROE: C
As per SPINS
No restrictions on hostile contacts.
3.5 Acceptable level of risk
ALR: MEDIUM
As per SPINS
3.6 Flight tasking
Waypoints, package HAMMER
* 1 Kittilä or Bardufoss (Home Airfield)
* 2 Hold
* 3 Target
* 4 SA-15 site
Further points for reference
* 5 NELLIM
* 6 RAJA-JOOSEPPI border post
* 7-11 Front line of troops for better visualization
Waypoints, other fixed wing
* 1 Kittilä or Bardufoss (Home Airfield)
* 2 NELLIM
* 3 RAJA-JOOSEPPI border post
* 4-8 Front line of troops for better visualization
All fixed wings except HITMAN 3 start from KITTILÄ, HITMAN 3 starts from Bardufoss with is about 90nm longer distance compared to KITTILÄ.

RAGE9 / BLACKJACK 4
Interdiction northeast of Ivalo.
Loadout: FL decides
Waypoints:
1. Ivalo
2. Own forces near Keväjärvi
3. Last contact with enemy forces
4. Suspected artillery position
5. Nellim

4 ADMINISTRATION AND LOGISTICS
4.1 Airfield operations

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ARCTIC1
BENDER2
CRIMSON3
DUSTY4
ELVIS5
FENRIS6
GRIM7
HAWG8
INDY9
JESTER1
KRAKEN2
LION3
MUSTANG4
NITRO5
RAGE9
SALTY1
BLACKJACK4
ORCA6
PIG7
QUEBEC8
TUSK2
VENOM4
HITMAN3
GREYHOUND3 –>
4.2 Carrier operations
none
As per Carrier Ops SPINS

4.3 Tankers
As per Aerial Refueling SOP
5 COMMAND AND CONTROL
5.1 Commander
* Mission commander is STINGRAY
5.2 Frequencies
As per Comms SOP
5.3 Authentication
RAMROD: PAINSHOWER
As per Authentication SOP
5.4 Freq flow (Airfield flights)
7, 9, 3/5, 7
Remain on Tower (ch 7) during startup and departure. Go to Check in (ch 9). Expect Tactical (ch 3) or CAP A (ch 5). Use Tower (ch 7) for recovery.

Expect everyone to be on CH3 after checkin. CAP might be moved to CH5.
Notice: Frequence flow depending on availability of AWACS.
5.5 Freq flow (Carrier flights)
1, 9, 3/5, 16, 1
Remain on Tower (ch 1) during startup and departure. Go to Check in (ch 9). Expect Tactical (ch 3) or CAP A (ch 5). Use Marshal (ch 16) and Tower (ch 1) for recovery.
5.6 Brevity
*
5.7 Bullseye
N 68 40.00′ E 27 35.00′
6 ANNEXES

Maps

Snippet from northern corner along road 969:

Propellersöndag
2025-09-07 20:00 - 21:30 | Marianas
RSVP:
2025-09-07 – 19:59
Lineup:
Activity:
Mission – Offensive CAP
Version / Modules:
Open Beta, WW2 Asset pack, Marianas WWII, Spitfire, Mosquito, F4U, P-51, TF-51, P-47, Bf-109, Fw-190A8, Fw-190D9
Background:
In a fictional campaign during WW2 allied forces have recently established small bases on Guam and Rota. A detachment of RAF, USN and USAF fighters are tasked with supporting offensive operations towards Tinian and Saipan islands in the north. US Marines have landed a small force on Aguijan just south of Tinian, and are preparing assets for a final push towards Tinian.
Situation:
Allied intelligence has spotted a number of enemy Antons (Fw190-A8) that have been hidden on Tinian, probably battlefield repaired airframes held in reserve. They are believed to prepare for a strike in the near future. Hold south of Aguijan and wait for the go ahead call “THUNDER”, then intercept them as they climb out from the Tinian airbase. Regroup over Aguijan after engagement.
Time and weather:
* June 1944
* 10:40
* Light clouds 8000 feet
* Wind 260 / 8
* QNH 29.97
Resources
Air defence map (pdf):

LotATC Overlay (json for GCI):

Training Tuesday - CASE III
2025-09-09 19:30 - 22:00 | Caucasus
RSVP:
25 09 08 – 19:30 (please sign-up asap though, as it makes things easier to plan)
Activity:
Main event: CASE 3 rehearsal
Other: Night flying out of Kutaisi
Modules:
Main event: F/A-18C, F-14B
Other flying: Any aircraft (Kutaisi)
Prerequisites:
Main event: A solid theoretical understanding of CASE 3 recoveries. Able to quickly take notes of a marshal instruction and read it back.
Study carefully before the exercise:
https://wiki.masterarms.se/index.php/CASE_3
If you need an update on radials, read this:
https://wiki.masterarms.se/index.php/Radials
The focus for tonight will be the big picture stuff, not only the landing. Getting everyone down in a neat and coordinated manner.
If you haven’t flown a larger CASE 3 event before, we encourage you to come early (19:00) in order to have extra time for questions. This part is not mandatory.
The main event starts at 19:30. We will have a short briefing, and then start spawning. Everyone will start in the air approx 70 nm from the boat. Everyone will be flying as a singleton, in order to get maximum practice on the comms stuff.
Hopefully, we will have time to fly two recoveries.
CARRIER INFO:
CVN-72 Abraham Lincoln
Callsign: Union
TCN: 72
Marshal: Ch 16
Approach: Ch 15 and 17
Tower: Ch 1 (probably not used today)

Lineup
100 – Pontiac61 – WeX
101 – Pontiac62 – Troll
102 – Pontiac63 – Nillefix
103 – Pontiac64 – Super
200 – Chevy11 – Kaninmat
201 – Chevy12 – Makanan
202 – Chevy13 – Pancake
203 – Chevy14 – Knugen
204 – Colt21 – JackFlash
205 – Colt22 – Altunuz
206 – Colt23 – UOAF Gumby
207 – Colt24 – Frefeh
210 – Dodge31 – DCSF Niemih
211 – Dodge32 – DCSF Tanili
212 – Dodge33 – DCSF MikeMikeJuliet
213 – Dodge34 – DSCF Juuba
400 – Enfield41 – LF Megaloop
401 – Enfield42 – LF Xisco
402 – Enfield43 – LF Latpboe
403 – Enfield44 – LF Asger
404 – Ford51 –
405 – Ford52 –
406 – Ford53 –
407 – Ford54 –
Marshal – Bankler / Nikemo
Approach – Leka

RotorThursday – Once again, closer!
2025-09-11 19:30 - 22:00 | Syria
RSVP: 2025-09-12 – 19:30 (please sign-up asap though, as it makes things easier to plan)
Activity: Security/recon.
Theatre: Syria
Modules: OH-58D, AH-64
Prerequisites: None
Weather:
Mission time 20:00 (Dark)
QNH 29.80. Low cloud base. Wind 090/2 Temp +20C
We will continue our security task in AO CHESTNUT against militia trying to destabilize Syria. (with a twist…)
SITUATION
Last missions success have triggered something we did not anticipate. BADLAND, the country north of the known border has been known for supporting the militias with weapons and supplies but have now moved into an active phase.
ENEMY
Armored convoys have crossed the border crossings and advanced south towards CHARLIE along MSR FOX in order to complete what the militias failed to. – evicting US forces out from OP OAK.
Enemy forces are better trained and better equipped, T-90s and BMP-3 have been spotted in the convoys crossing the border.
Looking at their AA assets we have seen ZSU-23-4 Shilkas, SA-13 and SA-15 before and expect to meet them again.
FRIENDLY
No friendly ground forces in the active part of the AO. Area of 10km out from OP OAK is patrolled by friendly forces and considered safe.
MISSION
Stop the enemy assault advancing along MSR FOX.
LOGISTICS
FARP at OP OAK, no other replen available.
COMMAND/CONTROL
FM 33.0 is package net for coordination between flights.
GAMEPLAY
Respawn is allowed in order to get as much training effect as possible. However if a bird goes down all other birds has to disengage and reform with the respawning bird before going back in against the threat.
KNEEBOARD for this and future missions:

Propellersöndag
2025-09-14 20:00 - 21:30 | Marianas
RSVP:
2025-09-14 – 19:59
Lineup:
Activity:
Mission – CAP
Version / Modules:
Open Beta, WW2 Asset pack, Marianas WWII, Spitfire, Mosquito, F4U, P-51, TF-51, P-47, Bf-109, Fw-190A8, Fw-190D9
Background:
In a fictional campaign during WW2 allied forces have recently established small bases on Guam and Rota. A detachment of RAF, USN and USAF fighters are tasked with supporting offensive operations towards Tinian and Saipan islands in the north. US Marines have landed a small force on Aguijan just south of Tinian, and are preparing assets for a final push towards Tinian.
Situation:
Allied intelligence has spotted the buildup of several raids, both fighter bomber and bomber. The likely taget are our troops on, or ships close to Aguijan.
Our radar coverage is suddenly poor due to maintenance issues, expect visual target detection and identification.
Time and weather:
* June 1944
* 13:30
* Light clouds 7000 feet
* Wind 260 / 8
* QNH 29.94
Resources
Air defence map (pdf):

LotATC Overlay (json for GCI):

Training Tuesday
2025-09-16 19:30 - 22:30 | Afghanistan
Everyone’s welcome to this training!
Training Mission: Afghanistan, MA_Training_Custom
Planned Training:
1. F/A-18C
– BAI: Practice racetrack hold patterns, finding targets with ATFLIR (or MK1 eyeballs and HMD designate), Deployment of GBU-31/32/38.
2. F-16C
– TBU
3. F-14B
– TBU
4. AJS 37
– TBU
5. A-10C II
– TBU
6. AH-64D/OH-58D/CH-47F
OH-58D practice dumb weapons like rockets and 0.50cal plus high altitude mountain flying.
7. F-15E
– TBU
8. AWACS/ATC
– TBU
Additional Training Suggestions:
* Practice things in the syllabus for your main aircraft
* Tanker intercepts and rejoins Jax Tutorial
* Tac turns Wiki
* CASE 1 recovery Wiki
* Overhead break Wiki
* Time-on-target
Sign up, then organize yourselves into flights to practice relevant stuff!

Afghanistan - Battle of Kamdesh
2025-09-18 19:30 - 22:30
RSVP: 25 09 18 – 19:30 (please sign-up asap though, as it makes things easier to plan)
Activity: Mission – Strike, Air Interdiction
Theatre: Afghanistan (EAST)
Modules: F/A-18C, F-16C, A-10C, F-15E, CH-47, OH-58D, AH-64
Prerequisites: None

LINEUP
F/A-18C Strike
ARCTIC11 (400): Blichten
ARCTIC12 (401): Makanan
ARCTIC13 (402): kaninmat
ARCTIC14 (403): Nikemo
F/A-18C Strike
BENDER21 (404):
BENDER22 (405):
BENDER23 (406):
BENDER24 (407):
A-10C Air Interdiction
HAWG81: Baconbomb
HAWG82: SenorHombre
HAWG83: BigSwede
HAWG84: Hofftari
F-16C Strike
INDY91: Widen
INDY92: undefined
INDY93: pahi
INDY94:
F-16C Strike
JESTER11:
JESTER12:
JESTER13:
JESTER14:
CH-47F Transport
GREYHOUND31:
GREYHOUND32:
GREYHOUND33:
GREYHOUND34:
AH-64D Air Interdiction
RAGE91: BFQ / Troll
RAGE92: DeadGun_SWE / JackFlash
RAGE93:
RAGE94:
AH-64D Air Interdiction
SALTY11:
SALTY12:
SALTY13:
SALTY14:
OH-58D Reconnaissance
BLACKJACK41: Kingtiger45 / Asken
BLACKJACK42: Spaz / Puppysworth
BLACKJACK43:
BLACKJACK44:
A-10C Air Interdiction
PIG71:
PIG72:
PIG73:
PIG74:
F-15E Strike
HITMAN31:
HITMAN32:
HITMAN33:
HITMAN34:
AWACS
STINGRAY: Ulvar
STINGRAY:
Airport
Ground:
Tower:
Control:

1 SITUATION
1.1 Overview
«The Battle of Kamdesh took place during the War in Afghanistan. It occurred on October 3, 2009, when a force of 400 Taliban assaulted the American Combat Outpost (“COP”) Keating near the town of Kamdesh in Nuristan Province in eastern Afghanistan. The attack was the bloodiest battle for US forces since the Battle of Wanat in July 2008, which occurred 20 miles (32 km) away from Kamdesh. The attack on COP Keating resulted in 8 Americans killed and 27 wounded while the Taliban suffered 150–200 wounded or killed.»
Mission maker has deliberated altering the event to better suit our mission format.
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Battle_of_Kamdesh
and / or watch the movie “The outpost”
1.2 Area of operations
North east from Bagram around 45mn, the area is a mountain terrain with deep valleys
1.3 Time and weather
* October 03 – 2009
* 06:00 local time
* Scattered (7500′-11500′)
* Wind 025 / 6
* FORCE QNH 2992 / 1013
* Temp +20 deg (Celsius)
1.4 Air threats
Not relevante
1.5 Ground threats
ZSU-23, MANPADS, RPG, AK47/74
1.6 Friendly forces
N/A, we are the only blue forces in the AO.
1.7 Civilian/3rd part
Insurgents ordered all Kamdesh villagers to leave the area.
2 MISSION
Support and hinder the insurgents to overrun and take over Combat Outpost Keating and Observation Post (“OP”) Fritsche.
3 EXECUTION
3.1 Commander’s intent
Destroy all insurgents in and around Kamdesh. Protect Keating and Fritsche. F-15E, F-16C, F/A-18 and A-10 to run pinpoint strike missions, assignments will be distributed during the battle. AH-65 and OH-58 to conduct BAI in and around Kamdesh (Fritsche), and to provide support to strike package if needed. Later to rendezvous with inbound CH-47 on its re-supply mission to Frische.
3.2 Packages
The mission contains 1 package, callsign WOLFPACK. All flights are part of package WOLFPACK.

3.3 Order of events
Rage and blackjack are scheduled for immediate departure from FOB Dillon. Indy, Arctic, Hitman and Pig to depart from Bagram AFB and make way to your WP3 for holding and tasking in the AO. Greyhound will depart from FOB Dillon and head to FOB Gatling to pick up a squad of rangers, then continue up to holding point WP5 and wait for Rage to escort to Fritsche.
Cluster ammunitions are NOT allowed
Rage and Blackjack are free to operate south-east of Fritsche and east of Keating in the lower valley. Indy, Arctic, Hitman and Pig will get their assignments ones they are on their holdings via Stingray.
3.4 Rules of engagement
ROE: C
As per SPINS
Addition: TBD
3.5 Acceptable level of risk
ALR: MEDIUM
As per SPINS
3.6 Flight tasking
Package WOLFPACK (Lead: TBD)
ARCTIC1
* Depart
* Hold at WP3 at 25000’
* Refuel at ARCO1
* Report in to STINGRAY and standby for tasking
* RTB on order from STINGRAY
Loadout: FL decides (STRIKE / BAI)
Waypoints:
1. DEPARTURE
2.
3. HOLD 25000’
4. Kamdesh (COP Keating and OP Fritsche)
HAWG8
* Depart
* Hold at WP3 at 21000’
* Report in to STINGRAY and standby for tasking
* RTB on order from STINGRAY
Loadout: FL decides (STRIKE / BAI)
Waypoints:
1. DEPARTURE
2.
3. HOLD 21000’
4. Kamdesh (COP Keating and OP Fritsche)
INDY9
* Depart
* Hold at WP3 at 23000’
* Refuel at TEXACO2
* Report in to STINGRAY and standby for tasking
* RTB on order from STINGRAY
Loadout: FL decides (STRIKE / BAI)
Waypoints:
1. DEPARTURE
2.
3. HOLD 23000’
4. Kamdesh (COP Keating and OP Fritsche)
RAGE9 – After takeoff team-up with BLACKJACK and make way to WP4. Instructions will be given on tactical. When contacted by GREYWOLF your tasking are to provide cover from WP6 and during the insert of troops at WP4.
* Depart
* PUSH to WP4
* Report in to STINGRAY and standby for tasking 10nm out
* RTB on order from STINGRAY
Loadout: FL decides (STRIKE / BAI)
Waypoints:
1. DEPARTURE
2.
3. FOB Gatling
4. OP Fritsche
5. COP Keating
6. Rendezvous CH-47
BLACKJACK4 – after takeoff team-up with RAGE and make way to WP4. Instructions will be given on tactical. When contacted by GREYWOLF your tasking are to provide cover from WP6 and during the insert of troops at WP4.
* Depart
* PUSH to WP4
* Report in to STINGRAY and standby for tasking 10nm out
* RTB on order from STINGRAY
Loadout: FL decides (STRIKE / BAI)
Waypoints:
1. DEPARTURE
2.
3. FOB Gatling
4. OP Fritsche
5. COP Keating
6. Rendezvous CH-47
4 ADMINISTRATION AND LOGISTICS
4.1 Airfield operations
Fixed wing
* Bagram AFB
* TCN: 74
* Active runway: 21R
* Departure via runway hdg to 1500ft then WP2
* Approach via OVB 1500 ft
Helicopters
* Asadabad FOB “Dillon”
4.2 Carrier operations
As per Carrier Ops SPIN

4.3 Tankers
TBA
As per Aerial Refueling SOP
5 COMMAND AND CONTROL
5.1 Commander
* Mission commander is STINGRAY
* Mission commander deputy is TBA
* Package WOLFPACK lead is TBA
5.2 Frequencies
As per Comms SOP
5.3 Authentication
RAMROD: GRANDSLICE
As per Authentication SOP
5.4 Freq flow (Airfield flights)
7, 9, 3/5, 7
Remain on Tower (ch 7) during startup and departure. Go to Check in (ch 9). Expect Tactical (ch 3) or CAP A (ch 5). Use Tower (ch 7) for recovery.

5.5 Freq flow (Carrier flights)
1, 9, 3/5, 16, 1
Remain on Tower (ch 1) during startup and departure. Go to Check in (ch 9). Expect Tactical (ch 3) or CAP A (ch 5). Use Marshal (ch 16) and Tower (ch 1) for recovery.

5.6 Brevity
* TANGOUNIFORM – Mission declared successful
* NIGHTFALL – Abort mission

5.7 Bullseye
N 34 57.52′ E 69 35.12′
6 ANNEXES
UPDATES:
09.09.2025 – Added maps. Updated weather and initial locations. Commanders intent and order of events.
13.09.2025 – Added temp and prim lineup. Tasking added with more maps.
14.09.2025 – Line-up updated.
15.09.2025 – Justerat tankers for Airforce and updated line-up.
18.09.2025 – Added Bulls and brevity

ARCTIC1
BENDER2
CRIMSON3
DUSTY4
ELVIS5
FENRIS6
GRIM7
HAWG8
INDY9
JESTER1
KRAKEN2
LION3
MUSTANG4
NITRO5
RAGE9
SALTY1
BLACKJACK4
ORCA6
PIG7
QUEBEC8
TUSK2
VENOM4
HITMAN3
GREYHOUND3

Propellersöndag
2025-09-21 20:00 - 21:30 | Marianas
RSVP:
2025-09-14 – 19:59
Lineup:
Activity:
Mission – CAP
Version / Modules:
Open Beta, WW2 Asset pack, Marianas WWII, Spitfire, Mosquito, F4U, P-51, TF-51, P-47, Bf-109, Fw-190A8, Fw-190D9
Background:
In a fictional campaign during WW2 allied forces have recently established small bases on Guam and Rota. A detachment of RAF, USN and USAF fighters are tasked with supporting offensive operations towards Tinian and Saipan islands in the north. US Marines have landed a small force on Aguijan just south of Tinian, and are preparing assets for a final push towards Tinian.
Situation:
Now is the time to strike the airfield
Our radar coverage is still poor due to maintenance issues, expect visual target detection and identification.
Time and weather:
* June 1944
* 13:30
* Light clouds 7000 feet
* Wind 260 / 8
* QNH 29.94
Resources
Air defence map (pdf):

LotATC Overlay (json for GCI):

Training Tuesday
2025-09-23 19:30 - 21:30 | Cold War Germany
Training Mission: CWG
Briefing 1930 23SEP
WX ETHC 30001KT 9500 OVC020 15/12 Q1013 A2992
Welcome to this VFR exercise, where we fly a simple task while exposed to challenging conditions.
The flights below are not limited; feel free to sign up with any capable aircraft, but try to bring a wingman.
TIMELINE & NAV
*1 DEP RWY26, EXIT NORTH (WP 1)
*2 TO TGT OWN NAVIGATION (INS/GPS), REMAIN CLEAR OF CLOUD AND BELOW CEILING (2000FT MSL)
*3 TGT BOMB RUNWAYS AT LARZ AND WITTSTOCK, LOCATED AT THE SOUTH END OF EDR206.
*4 FROM TGT OWN NAVIGATION TO WP5
*5 ARR INITAL 26: WP5, AT 1500FT, REPORT VISUAL, L/H OVHD RWY26
WAYPOINTS
WP1 EXIT NORTH
WP2 INGRESS AND TGT ALIGNMENT POINT
WP3 TGT
WP4 EGRESS (TO THE NORTH FROM LARZ AND TO THE SOUTH FROM WITTSTOCK)
WP5 6NM INITIAL RWY26
WP6 CELLE AB (CEL31X)
FLIGHTS
F/A-18C
Runway Strike at LARZ
Suggested ordinance: MK82 Snake eye
Adder 1-1: Kaninmat
Adder 1-2: Makanan
Adder 1-3: Jackflash
Adder 1-4:

Beaver 2-1:
Beaver 2-2:
F-16C
Runway Strike at WITTSTOCK
Suggested ordinance: MK82 Snake eye
Echo 2-1: Widen
Echo 2-2: Undefined
Echo 2-3: Pahi
Echo 2-4:

Empress 3-1: Hofftari
Empress 3-2: Wahlkvist
Empress 3-3:
Empress 3-4:

F-4E
Runway Strike at LARZ
Suggested ordinance: MK82 Snake eye
(Pilot/WSO)
Savage 1-1: Hombre
Savage 1-2: Tony
Savage 1-3:
Savage 1-4:
AJS 37
Runway Strike at WITTSTOCK
Suggested ordinance: SB m/71 High drag
Frodo 4-1: Cona
Frodo 4-2: Frefeh
Frodo 4-3: Iquences
Frodo 4-4: Nikkar
F-1EE
Runway Strike at LARZ
Suggested ordinance: Durandal
Yvette 6-1: Fille
Yvette 6-2: Chewie
Yvette 6-3:
Yvette 6-4:
MIG-29A
Runway Strike at WITTSTOCK
Suggested ordinance: –
Wedge 7-1: Deadgun
Wedge 7-2: Troll
Wedge 7-3:
Wedge 7-4:
MIG-21bis
Runway Strike at LARZ
Suggested ordinance: –
Vodka 6-1: Baconbomb
Vodka 6-2:
Vodka 6-3:
Vodka 6-4:
AWACS/ATC
CELLE TWR, controller: Blichten
STINGRAY, controller: Urist
PLATES

Added to kneeboard

Able Archer I
2025-09-25 19:30 - 23:00 | Cold War Germany
RSVP: 25 09 25 – 19:30 (please sign-up asap though, as it makes things easier to plan)
Activity: Mission – CAP, Offensive counter-air, Strike, CSAR
Theatre: Cold War Germany
Modules: F/A-18A, F-14A, F-16A, F4 Phantom II, UH-1H, AJ-37 Viggen
Prerequisites: None

LINEUP
F/A-18C CAP
ARCTIC11 (400): Kaninmat
ARCTIC12 (401): SgtPancake
ARCTIC13 (402):
ARCTIC14 (403):
F/A-18C Intercept
BENDER21 (404): JackFlash
BENDER22 (405): Makanan
BENDER23 (406): Jedi
BENDER24 (407):
F-14B CAP
ELVIS51 (100): Deadlift / WeX
ELVIS52 (101): Troll / Deadgun
ELVIS53 (102):
ELVIS54 (103):
AJS 37 Intercept
FENRIS61: Goofy
FENRIS62: CoNa
FENRIS63:
FENRIS64:
AJS 37 Strike
GRIM71: Iquences
GRIM72: Frefeh
GRIM73:
GRIM74:
F-16C Strike
INDY91: Hofftari
INDY92: McSurfy
INDY93: Wahlkvist
INDY94:
F-16C Strike
JESTER11: Widen
JESTER12: Undefined
JESTER13:
JESTER14:
F-4 Phantom II Offensive Counter Air
BANSHEE21: SenorHombre
BANSHEE22: Tony
BANSHEE23:
BANSHEE24:
UH-1H Transport
NITRO51: Ironsavior / Kingtiger
NITRO52: Spaz / Asken
NITRO53: Jinx / BFQ
NITRO54:
AWACS
STINGRAY / STRIL: Apollo
STINGRAY / GAMEMASTER: Blichten
STINGRAY: TheHoff
Airport
Ground: Baconbomb
Tower: Fille
Carrier
Marshal: Bankler
Tower: Bankler
LSO: Bankler

1 SITUATION
1.1 Overview
At the proverbial freezing point of the cold war, Exercise Able Archer -83 intends to train military and political leaders alike for the prospect of an all-out war with the Warszaw Pact. One that starts with conventional weapons but potentially ends in a nuclear holocaust. While it is mainly a command-level exercise, there will also be elements simulating the conflict on the tactical level, providing the leadership with some measure of realistic feedback to their decisions.
1.2 Area of operations
West Germany
1.3 Time and weather
* Sept 07 – 1983
* 06:30 local time
* SCT 8-10
* Wind from 270 / 7 kts
* Temp 23° C
* FORCE QNH 3051
1.4 Air threats
On this side of the Iron Curtain no threats are expected. Stray to the other side and you will find the entire arsenal at the Warszaw Pact’s disposal.
1.5 Ground threats
On this side of the Iron Curtain no threats are expected. Stray to the other side and you will find the entire arsenal at the Warszaw Pact’s disposal.
1.6 Friendly forces
N/A, we are the only blue forces in the exercise area
1.7 Civilian/3rd part
Civilian air traffic is suspended over the exercise area but otherwise unrestricted
2 MISSION
Day ONE of Able Archer ’83. The briefing for the political and military leaders that participate in this exercise describes a short period of increased tensions between Nato and the Warszaw Pact, after which hostilities suddenly erupt across the German border. Hostile fighters engage the NATO CAP while attack aircraft focus on airfields and SAM-sites. The military leadership will initially focus their training on execution of pre-planned defensive missions while the political leadership have to consider how they migt protect the civilian population as well as how attempts could be made to find diplomatic solutions to the conflict before it escalates out of control.
The Carrier Battle Group is participating in the exercise but only at command level. The Air Wing conducts routine CAP.
Viggens at Kallinge are the routine incident alert fighters. It is expected that the Warzsaw pact will conduct aerial and/or naval intelligence gathering during the ongoing NATO exercise. If they venture into the Baltic sea we will intercept them for VID and “wave the flag”.
3 EXECUTION
3.1 Commander’s intent
Packages LONGBOW and PICKAXE conduct exercises as detailed below. NOTE! All pilots must be familiar with the range regulations (3.4.1).
CSAR resources conduct separate exercises but are on stand-by in case their services are needed.
The Carrier Air Group is not participating in the exercise. Their mission is the same as always – keep the Carrier Battle Group safe.
Viggens are the routine alert interceptors at F17 Kallinge.
3.2 Packages
The mission contains 2 packages: LONGBOW and PICKAXE (consisting of F/A-18, F-16, and F4).

LONGBOW (Arctic1 and Banshee2) is the A2A component of the exercise. Blue forces will set up CAP and maintain EMCON conditions. Redfor will simulate a low-level incursion from the east, following expected Soviet doctrine.
PICKAXE (Bender2, Jester1 and Indy9) simulates a strike by Redfor (Jester and Indy) on a blue airfield. Bluefor (Bender) is the QRF at Gutersloh air base.
3.3 Order of events
LONGBOW (blue and red) and PICKAXE (red) depart Ramstein and assemble at designated IP:s. Pickaxe (blue) starts up at Gutersloh, awaiting STINGRAY’s orders.
“Defeated” aircraft return to IP in anticipation of either a new round of exercise or RTB, depending on time and fuel constraints.
3.4 Rules of engagement
ROE: A
As per SPINS
3.4.1 Range regulations

Only CAPTIVE missiles are used. (Live ordnance loaded as needed for systems to function in DCS but for all intents and purposes these missiles are considered inert.) MASTER ARM shall be set to SIMULATION or OFF, depending on aircraft type, at all times. Guns shall be UNLOADED.
Supersonic flight is STRICTLY FORBIDDEN
No electronic warfare, including Self-protection jammers

Altitude separation

BLUE forces own the “6-10” altitude blocks 6000-10000, 16000-20000 and 26000-30000
RED forces own the “1-5” altitude blocks 0-5000, 11000-15000 and 21000-25000
Passing through the opposing side’s altitude block may be requested by FL and authorized by STINGRAY if deconfliction is certain.
An individual pilot who wants to violate the other side’s altitude block without explicit authorization from STINGRAY may only do so if the following conditions are met:

Fighters from opposing sides have merged
Pilot intends to maneuver for a “kill”
Pilot has situational awareness of both BLUE and RED air in his immediate vicinity

Calling shots

Shots may only be called if the aggressor has radar lock on his opponent and is within indicated Rmax of the selected weapon. Good sportsmanship is expected at all times. Cheaters get latrine duty.
Aggressor calls on the common frequency: [Callsign] [Fox1 / Fox2 / Guns guns guns] on [aircraft type] my [o’clock, high/low, in level flight / in a right- / left hand turn]
A defeated aircraft, recognizing it was the target, will rock its wings to acknowledge the “kill” and then safely return to IP. If needed, STINGRAY will advise the target aircraft that it is hit and it will then follow the procedure described above.

3.5 Acceptable level of risk
ALR: LOW
As per SPINS
3.6 Flight tasking
Package LONGBOW (Lead: ARCTIC11)
ARCTIC1
BLUFOR – CAP in exercise area ABLE SKY
* Depart Ramstein
* Hold at IP CHARLIE (WP3) at 28000’
* Radars off until you have received vectors to aggressors (or ordered LIGHTS ON by STINGRAY)
* Expect REDFOR ingress from the east, defeat “hostiles” in BVR and/or dogfight
* Refuel at ARCO5 as needed
* RTB on order from STINGRAY
Loadout: AIM-7M (considered captive), AIM-9M (considered captive)
Waypoints:
1. ALPHA (belongs to ABLE STRIKE)
2. BRAVO (belongs to ABLE STRIKE)
3. IP CHARLIE (western edge of exercise area
4. DELTA (also marks eastern edge of exercise area)
BANSHEE2
REDFOR – aggressors in exercise area ABLE SKY
* Depart Ramstein
* Hold at IP DELTA (WP4) at 14000′
* When STINGRAY orders GAME ON descend below 5000′ and head west (vectors will be provided by STINGRAY)
* Engage BLUFOR CAP in BVR or dogfight
* Refuel at TEXACO2 as needed
* RTB on order from STINGRAY
Loadout: AIM-7M (considered captive), AIM-9M (considered captive)
Waypoints:
1. ALPHA (belongs to ABLE STRIKE)
2. BRAVO (belongs to ABLE STRIKE)
3. CHARLIE (western edge of exercise area
4. IP DELTA (also marks eastern edge of exercise area)

Package PICKAXE (Lead: INDY9)
INDY9 and JESTER1
REDFOR – aggressors in exercise area ABLE STRIKE
* Depart Ramstein
* Hold at IP BRAVO (WP2) at 14000’
* When STINGRAY calls GAME ON descend below 5000′ and start your attack run on Gutersloh (WP2)
* Expect BLUFOR interceptors that must either be avoided or defeated
* Mission considered successful if you overfly Gutersloh and call “bombs away”
* Return to IP for re-run if time permits
* Refuel at TEXACO2 as needed
Loadout: Practice bombs BDU-33 or other A2G munitions (which will be considered captive), AIM-9m (considered captive)
Waypoints:
1. ALPHA (marks western edge of exercise area)
2. IP BRAVO (also marks eastern edge of exercise area)
3. CHARLIE (belongs to ABLE SKY)
4. DELTA (belongs to ABLE SKY)
5. Gutersloh

BENDER2
BLUFOR – alert interceptors at Gutersloh (exercise area ABLE STRIKE)
* Start up on ramp at Gutersloh (ATIS 270.6)
* On STINGRAY’s orders take off and expect vectors to incoming “hostiles”
* Defeat aggressors in BVR or dogfight
* Mission considered successful if aggressors are unable to overfly Gutersloh
* RTB Gutersloh, expect a second round if time permits
Loadout: AIM-7M (considered captive), AIM-9M (considered captive)
Waypoints:
1. ALPHA (marks western edge of exercise area)
2. BRAVO (marks eastern edge of exercise area)
3. CHARLIE (belongs to ABLE SKY)
4. DELTA (belongs to ABLE SKY)
5. Gutersloh

Not part of packages
FENRIS6 and GRIM7:
Alert interceptors at Kallinge (Peenemünde will be the proxy airfield)
* Start up and await orders from STRIL
* Expect departure via Bornholm and then west to AO
Loadout: FL decides
Waypoints:
1. Bornholm

NITRO5
CSAR
* You are the actual CSAR on standby for the exercise but unless your services are called for, perform own exercise as detailed below
* General James R. Blichter will supervise this exercise from the back seat of Nitro51
* Depart Fritzlar (468.00 kHz FTZ) as soon as the general is on board
* Locate simulated downed pilot in presumed hostile area using FM beacon (40.5 FM)
* Simulated hostile ground forces will be placed in the area, these may be engaged with your 7.62 mm
* Transport pilot to designated hospital H Med FRG 17 (marked on area map for Nitro)
* Survey the area as instructed by the accompanying general
* RTB
Waypoints:

ELVIS5
CAP for the Carrier Battle Group in the North Sea west of Denmark
* Depart Mother and report to STINGRAY for tasking
* Expect CAP-track over Denmark
* DO NOT establish STT lock on any Warszaw pact aircraft unless explicitly ordered to
Waypoints:
1. CAP N
2. CAP S

4 ADMINISTRATION AND LOGISTICS
4.1 Airfield operations
* Ramstein AFB
* TCN: 81X
* Elevation: 805 ft
* Active runway: 27
* Departure TBA
* Approach TBA
* Gutersloh AFB
* TCN: 108X
* Elevation: 213 ft
* Active runway: 27
* Departure TBA
* Arrival TBA
* F17 Kallinge (proxy: Peenemünde)
* Active runway: 31
* Lübeck AFB (divert airfield for Elvis, Fenris and Grim)
* Active runway: 25
* Arrival on radial 360-030 (note proximity to the border)
4.2 Carrier operations
* CASE 1
* BRC: 308
* Departure time: 07.00
* Departure sequence: N/A
* Charlie time: 8.30
As per Carrier Ops SPINS

4.3 Tankers
ARCO5 and TEXACO2 orbit north of the exercise area
ARCO1 orbits east of the Carrier Battle Group
As per Aerial Refueling SOP
5 COMMAND AND CONTROL
5.1 Commander
* Mission commander is STINGRAY
* Mission commander deputy is ARCTIC11
5.2 Frequencies
#3 TACTICAL
#4 STINGRAY (For Elvis5)
#5 Exercise area ABLE STRIKE
#6 Ramstein GROUND
#7 Ramstein TOWER
#9 Check-in
#10 Exercise area ABLE SKY
#13 Swedish STRIL (Fenris and Grim)
270.5 Ramstein ATIS
270.6 Gutersloh ATIS
As per Comms SOP
5.3 Authentication
RAMROD: GRANDSLICE
As per Authentication SOP
5.4 Freq flow (Airfield flights)
Flights based at Ramstein (Arctic1, Indy9, Jester1, Banshee2): Contact GND #6 for departure clearance and taxi. Switch TWR #7 for departure. Go to check-in #9. Expect #5 for exercise area ABLE STRIKE and #10 for exercise area ABLE SKY. On RTB contact TWR #7.
Flights based at Gutersloh (Bender2): Contact check-in #9 when started up, before departure. Expect #5 for exercise area ABLE STRIKE.
Rotary wing (Nitro5): Contact check-in #9 when started up, before departure. Expect TACTICAL #3.
Viggen: Contact STRIL on #13 when starting up, before departure.
5.5 Freq flow (Carrier flights)
Remain on Tower (ch 1) during startup and departure. Go to STINGRAY on #4. Use Marshal (ch 16) and Tower (ch 1) for recovery.

5.6 Brevity
* GAME ON – Call to begin exercise in designated area
* KNOCK IT OFF – Call to abort ongoing exercise and return to IP
* LIGHTS ON – Turn on air-to-air radar
* NIGHTFALL – Abort mission

5.7 Bullseye
WRB 84X
N 51 30’17” E9 06’46”
5.8 Restrictions
Mission date is set to 1983 meaning no GPS. Make sure your aircraft startup procedure is in accordance with this.
No targeting pods
No GPS- or laserguided munitions
No datalink for F-16 and F-18
A2A ordnance limited to AIM-54A, AIM-7M and AIM-9M

6 ANNEXES

Propellersöndag
2025-09-28 20:00 - 21:30 | Marianas
RSVP:
2025-09-28 – 19:59
Lineup:
Activity:
Mission – A/G / CAP
Version / Modules:
Open Beta, WW2 Asset pack, Marianas WWII, Spitfire, Mosquito, F4U, P-51, TF-51, P-47, Bf-109, Fw-190A8, Fw-190D9
Background:
In a fictional campaign during WW2 allied forces have recently established small bases on Guam and Rota. A detachment of RAF, USN and USAF fighters are tasked with supporting offensive operations towards Tinian and Saipan islands in the north. US Marines have landed a small force on Aguijan just south of Tinian, and are preparing assets for a final push towards Tinian.
Situation:
Allied intelligence has detected a nightly resupply effort using submarines at the north part of Tinian. For some reason the operations was delayed, attack any submarines still in the area and any supplies on the beach.
Time and weather:
* June 1944
* 07:00
* Overcast 8000 feet
* Wind 270 / 8
* QNH 29.90
Resources
Air defence map (pdf):

LotATC Overlay (json for GCI):

Training Tuesday - Mission Editor for Dummies
2025-09-30 19:30 - 21:00 | Syria
Under denna genomgång får du en introduktion till DCS Mission Editor och lär dig grunderna för att skapa egna uppdrag. På 1,5–2 timmar går vi igenom de viktigaste funktionerna du behöver för att komma igång och bygga dina första scenarion.
Vi går bland annat igenom:
• Översikt av Mission Editorn – menyer, verktygsfält och grundläggande navigation.
• Kartor och enheter – hur du placerar flygplan, markenheter och fartyg.
• Waypoints och uppdrag – sätta rutter, mål och enklare uppdragslogik.
• Enkla triggers och actions – t.ex. meddelanden, spawn och målaktivering.
• Testa ditt uppdrag – hur du sparar, startar och felsöker.
Efter genomgången ska du ha en stabil grund att stå på för att själv kunna fortsätta bygga, testa och utveckla dina egna mission i DCS.
Övrig träning:
F/A-18C (F-16C också välkomna)
Strike package training. Värd: Bankler

Able Archer II
2025-10-02 19:30 - 23:00 | Cold War Germany
RSVP: 25 10 02 – 19:30 (please sign-up asap though, as it makes things easier to plan)
Activity: Mission – CAP, Escort, Strike, SEAD
Theatre: Cold War Germany
Modules: F/A-18A, F-14A, F-16A, F4 Phantom II, UH-1H, AJ-37 Viggen
Prerequisites: None

LINEUP
F/A-18C CAP
ARCTIC11 (400): Kaninmat
ARCTIC12 (401): Leka
ARCTIC13 (402):
ARCTIC14 (403):
F/A-18C CAP
BENDER21 (404): JackFlash
BENDER22 (405): Makanan
BENDER23 (406):
BENDER24 (407):
F-14B CAP
ELVIS51 (100): WeX / Deadgun
ELVIS52 (101): Deadlift / Hofftari
ELVIS53 (102):
ELVIS54 (103):
AJS 37 Escort / Anti-ship strike
FENRIS61: Goofy
FENRIS62: CoNa
FENRIS63:
FENRIS64:
AJS 37 Escort / Anti-ship strike
GRIM71: Frefeh
GRIM72: Hagman
GRIM73:
GRIM74:
F-16C Strike
INDY91: Wahlkvist
INDY92: Undefined
INDY93: McSurfy
INDY94: Pahi
F-16C Strike
JESTER11:
JESTER12:
JESTER13:
JESTER14:
F-4 Phantom II SEAD
BANSHEE21: SenorHombre / Moldy
BANSHEE22: Tony / Troll
BANSHEE23:
BANSHEE24:
UH-1H Transport
NITRO51: Ironsavior / Kingtiger / Spaz
NITRO52: BFQ / Asken
NITRO53:
NITRO54:
AWACS
STINGRAY / STRIL: Mink
STINGRAY / GAMEMASTER: Blichten
STINGRAY: Urist
Airport
Ground: Nikemo
Tower: Nikemo
Carrier
Marshal: (Bankler)
Tower: (Bankler)
LSO: (Bankler)

1 SITUATION
1.1 Overview
Decades of cold war have now suddenly turned into a hot one, with shots exchanged between NATO and Warszaw Pact aircraft and multiple casualties on each side. The red side was already at high alert due to our ongoing exercise – ABLE ARCHER 83 – and can be expected to roll across the border any minute now.
1.2 Area of operations
West Germany, Denmark, Baltic Sea
1.3 Time and weather
* Sept 07 – 1983
* 09:15 local time
* SCT 8-10
* Wind from 270 / 7 kts
* Temp 23° C
* FORCE QNH 3051
1.4 Air threats
MiG-21, MiG-23, MiG-29
1.5 Ground threats
East Germany is littered with SAM sites, mainly SA-2 and SA-3. Closer to the ground expect MANPADS and ZSU-23.
1.6 Friendly forces
West German air defenses have now been brought up to full alert status. Several HAWK batteries are situated along the border.
1.7 Civilian/3rd part
Civilian air traffic is suspended.
2 MISSION
Execute pre-planned SEAD and STRIKE missions against Warszaw pact forces before they cross the border.
Eliminate the Soviet naval threat in the Baltic.
3 EXECUTION
3.1 Commander’s intent
Warszaw Pact mechanized units are stationed in close proximity to the border. Once they are on the move, we will be severely outnumbered. As per pre-war planning we will strike them while they are still on their side of the border. Doing so will require a daring SEAD mission by the Wild Weasels.
During exercise ABLE ARCHER, several high-ranking officers were in bunkers close to the border. We will need to evacuate them before they are hit by air strikes and/or steamrolled by armor.
The Carrier Air Wing will provide CAP.
Sweden was drawn into the conflict and Viggens have found themselves stationed in Lübeck. Their mission will be to sink the Soviet naval forces in the Baltic but doing so requires ordnance that is not available in NATO stores. A C-130 transport from Sweden will deliver RBS04 to Hamburg (Finkenwerder). The transport must be met over Denmark and escorted to Hamburg. Once there, the Viggens will also land to rearm for their anti-ship mission.
3.2 Packages
The mission consists of three packages.
Package ARCHER (Elvis5, Arctic1 and Bender2) provides CAP. Package lead is ELVIS51.
Package MACE (Banshee2, Jester1 and Indy9) will conduct SEAD and STRIKE on Warszaw Pact forces still east of the border.
Package ULV (Fenris6 and Grim7) will escort the C-130 transport to Hamburg and then conduct anti-ship strikes in the Baltic.
Not part of package is NITRO5, tasked with VIP evacuation
3.3 Order of events
ARCHER departs ASAP to establish CAP over the AO.
MACE departs ASAP, assembles at designated IP and proceeds on STINGRAY’s orders
ULV departs ASAP on their escort mission
NITRO5 departure depending on air picture
3.4 Rules of engagement
ROE: C
As per SPINS
3.5 Acceptable level of risk
ALR: HIGH
As per SPINS
3.6 Flight tasking
Package ARCHER (Lead: ELVIS51)
ELVIS5
* Depart Mother
* Check in with STINGRAY to receive CAP instructions
* Refuel at ARCO1 or 5 as needed
* RTB on order from STINGRAY
Waypoints:
WP1: CAP NORTH Lat Long Standard: N 54°05’08” E 9°51’23”
WP2: CAP MID Lat Long Standard: N 53°12’03” E 10°06’50”
WP3: CAP SOUTH Lat Long Standard: N 52°05’17” E 10°08’10”
ARCTIC1
* Depart Mother
* Check in with STINGRAY to receive CAP instructions
* Refuel at ARCO1 or 5 as needed
* RTB on order from STINGRAY
Loadout: FL decides (within limits of historic restrictions)
Waypoints:
1. CAP NORTH
2. CAP MID
3. CAP SOUTH
BENDER2
* Depart Mother
* Check in with STINGRAY to receive CAP instructions
* Refuel at ARCO1 or 5 as needed
* RTB on order from STINGRAY
Loadout: FL decides (within limits of historic restrictions)
Waypoints:
1. CAP NORTH
2. CAP MID
3. CAP SOUTH

Package MACE (Lead: INDY91)
INDY9 and JESTER1
* Depart Ramstein
* Hold at IP
* Strike the tank regiment assembly area in Gardelegen – objective is to disable as many armored vehicles as possible
* Refuel at TEXACO2 as needed
Loadout: FL decides (within limits of historic restrictions)
Waypoints:
1. Ramstein
2. CAP N
3. CAP M
4. CAP S
5. IP (Fassberg AFB, also has TCN 95X)
6. TGT Tank assembly area Gardelegen
7. SA-2 Mahlwinkel
8. SA-3 Stendal
9. SA-3 Quedlinburg
BANSHEE2
* Depart Ramstein
* Hold at IP
* Suppress and/or destroy SA-2 Mahlwinkel and SA-3 Stendal
* Secondary target SA-3 Quedlinburg
* Refuel at TEXACO2 as needed
* RTB on order from STINGRAY
Loadout: FL decides (within limits of historic restrictions)
Waypoints:

Package ULV (Lead: Fenris61)
FENRIS6 and GRIM7:
* Depart Lübeck
* Escort C-130 transport over Denmark and all the way to landing at Hamburg Finkenwerder
* Land Hamburg to refuel and rearm for anti-ship
* Strike the Soviet naval forces in the Baltic Sea
Loadout: FL decides
Waypoints:
TBA
Not part of packages

NITRO5
* Depart Fritzlar
* fly to H FRG 20 Refuel and Rearm
* Locate VIPs in bunker complexes along the border (details in attachment below)
* Expect enemy scout forces to be en route to the AO
Waypoints:
TBA

4 ADMINISTRATION AND LOGISTICS
4.1 Airfield operations
* Ramstein AFB
* TCN: 81X
* Elevation: 805 ft
* Active runway: 27
* Departure TBA
* Approach TBA
* Lübeck AFB
* Active runway: 25
* Arrival on radial 360-030
* Hamburg Finkenwerder
* Active runway: 23
* Braunschweig (divert for MACE and ARCHER)
* N52° 19.18′ E10° 33.79′ elev 273
* Runway in use: 26
4.2 Carrier operations
* CASE 1
* BRC: 308
* Departure time: ASAP
* Departure sequence: N/A
* Charlie time: 11.30
As per Carrier Ops SPINS

4.3 Tankers
ARCO1 west of Denmark
ARCO5 and TEXACO2 west of Hannover
As per Aerial Refueling SOP
5 COMMAND AND CONTROL
5.1 Commander
* Mission commander is STINGRAY
* Mission commander deputy is ELVIS51
5.2 Frequencies
#3 Tactical (pkg MACE and Nitro5)
#5 CAP A (pkg ARCHER)
#7 Ramstein GND/TWR
#13 ROCKAN STRIL
NOTE: No check-in (all flights already checked in during Able Archer part 1)
As per Comms SOP
5.3 Authentication
RAMROD: GRANDSLICE
As per Authentication SOP
5.4 Freq flow (Airfield flights)
TBA
5.5 Freq flow (Carrier flights)
TBA

5.6 Brevity
TBA

5.7 Bullseye
N 53°02’03” E 11°32’47”
117.70 MHz BKD
Chan 124X
5.8 Restrictions
Mission date is set to 1983 meaning no GPS. Make sure your aircraft startup procedure is in accordance with this.
No targeting pods
No GPS- or laserguided munitions
No datalink for F-16 and F-18
A2A ordnance limited to AIM-54A, AIM-7M and AIM-9M

6 ANNEXES
Overview North
Overview South
Nitro Overview
Nitro FOB and LZ
Nitro LZ
MACE targets
Gardelegen tank regiment assembly area
SA-3 site Quedlinburg
SA-2 site Mahlwinkel
SA-3 site Stendal
