This update fixes a syntax error that was preventing fighters based at carriers or airfields other than the player carrier or airfield from being reassigned to escort duty when needed.
This update also adds the option to allow AIRBOSS to automatically determine sensible numbers of CAP and escort flights emanating from each carrier or airfield, on an individual basis, based on availability of fighters at each individual carrier or airfield. This is a better system for most campaigns, because it is more flexible than the flat player-determined CAP minimum. This option is especially good for carrier battles with different types of carriers carrying variously configured air groups. AIRBOSS will ensure that each carrier gets adequate CAP coverage if possible, and will send out escort flights if possible.
However, I've left the player-determined option in, because it may be useful in long range strategic bombing campaigns.
To activate the automatic option, just enter the code "999" when prompted for the CAP minimum. The option will then remain active unless you change it.
Installation: Just drop the "AIRBOSS" file into your CFS2/Campaigns folder and let it overwrite the original.
This update also adds the option to allow AIRBOSS to automatically determine sensible numbers of CAP and escort flights emanating from each carrier or airfield, on an individual basis, based on availability of fighters at each individual carrier or airfield. This is a better system for most campaigns, because it is more flexible than the flat player-determined CAP minimum. This option is especially good for carrier battles with different types of carriers carrying variously configured air groups. AIRBOSS will ensure that each carrier gets adequate CAP coverage if possible, and will send out escort flights if possible.
However, I've left the player-determined option in, because it may be useful in long range strategic bombing campaigns.
To activate the automatic option, just enter the code "999" when prompted for the CAP minimum. The option will then remain active unless you change it.
Installation: Just drop the "AIRBOSS" file into your CFS2/Campaigns folder and let it overwrite the original.