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The Staff of SOH
Rami's mission & scenery thread
- Thread starter Rami
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Watchdog and Discus,
First, thank you for the support! :salute:
If I'm going to labor over this, I'm going to make sure I do it right. The Gladiators! and Hellas! campaigns will be incorporated into this compilation package, but the Hellas! campaign will be modified for greater historical accuracy.
Other campaigns, such as the FAA campaign and Heinkels! will touch on this theatre, but I really enjoy researching this. Once the airbases are finished, (there are only a couple left to do for these campaigns) I will get back to cranking out missions.
The Hurricane campaign is about fifteen missions in, and then I'll have to figure out where to put the Greek missions in the country.cfg file. (I'm leaning toward the British) That campaign will feature Gladiators, PZL P-24s, and Bloch Mb-151s.
The Italian campaign can be done in part by "flipping" the Gladiator, Hurricane, and Greek missions, except for those which need to be made from scratch.
The German campaign, like the Hurricane and Greek campaigns, will have to be from scratch. The Bf-110 is covered by "Hellas," but I'll want to do some Bf-109 missions and maybe some bomber missions as well. It would be similar (although likely one a smaller scale) to the Kampfgeschwader campaign over Britain.
As typical with me, I am planning a summer release, so those of you in the southern hemisphere will get the first crack at it, while many here will save it for those winter months.
However, if I keep getting snow days off, the pace might accelerate a little.
Watchdog and Discus,
First, thank you for the support! :salute:
If I'm going to labor over this, I'm going to make sure I do it right. The Gladiators! and Hellas! campaigns will be incorporated into this compilation package, but the Hellas! campaign will be modified for greater historical accuracy.
Other campaigns, such as the FAA campaign and Heinkels! will touch on this theatre, but I really enjoy researching this. Once the airbases are finished, (there are only a couple left to do for these campaigns) I will get back to cranking out missions.
The Hurricane campaign is about fifteen missions in, and then I'll have to figure out where to put the Greek missions in the country.cfg file. (I'm leaning toward the British) That campaign will feature Gladiators, PZL P-24s, and Bloch Mb-151s.
The Italian campaign can be done in part by "flipping" the Gladiator, Hurricane, and Greek missions, except for those which need to be made from scratch.
The German campaign, like the Hurricane and Greek campaigns, will have to be from scratch. The Bf-110 is covered by "Hellas," but I'll want to do some Bf-109 missions and maybe some bomber missions as well. It would be similar (although likely one a smaller scale) to the Kampfgeschwader campaign over Britain.
As typical with me, I am planning a summer release, so those of you in the southern hemisphere will get the first crack at it, while many here will save it for those winter months.
However, if I keep getting snow days off, the pace might accelerate a little.
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Watchdog,
The Gladiators campaign, it turns out, will also be modified. I'm not messing with the missions much in terms of the way they play out, but the locations will be different. Koritza, for example, is badly mislocated compared to the correct location of the city, and there are other examples. So, the approaches to the combat area might be different, giving you a fresh look.
Watchdog,
The Gladiators campaign, it turns out, will also be modified. I'm not messing with the missions much in terms of the way they play out, but the locations will be different. Koritza, for example, is badly mislocated compared to the correct location of the city, and there are other examples. So, the approaches to the combat area might be different, giving you a fresh look.
Blood_Hawk23
Charter Member
Hey Rami,
As I find more and more info into my WWI Aerodromes, I'm finding errors in a few of my locations. I've been plotting them with Google Earth. I'm working on a way to convert the GE coords into CFS2. I have a spreadsheet finished. I Just have to modify it a little bit.
Once completed, I hope to be able to take any point in CFS2 or GE and have it placed into the other. If you'd like to test any of this out I'd be happy to send it to you.
For now I can only do the North Eastern Hemisphere. But hopefully I can get the Formula to reconize all four zones.
As I find more and more info into my WWI Aerodromes, I'm finding errors in a few of my locations. I've been plotting them with Google Earth. I'm working on a way to convert the GE coords into CFS2. I have a spreadsheet finished. I Just have to modify it a little bit.
Once completed, I hope to be able to take any point in CFS2 or GE and have it placed into the other. If you'd like to test any of this out I'd be happy to send it to you.
For now I can only do the North Eastern Hemisphere. But hopefully I can get the Formula to reconize all four zones.
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Good evening,
Here is one of the bases close to the Bulgarian capital, Sofia. This one is called Vbra.
View attachment 81058
This is another one of the bases close to the Bulgarian capital, Sofia. This one is called Filiporci.
View attachment 81059
Good evening,
Here is one of the bases close to the Bulgarian capital, Sofia. This one is called Vbra.
View attachment 81058
This is another one of the bases close to the Bulgarian capital, Sofia. This one is called Filiporci.
View attachment 81059
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Good evening,
I'm back on the horse again....
View attachment 81063
"title_string"=Operation Emergenza 1 - Initiation over Thessaloniki
"summary_string"=Attenzione, aviatori! Today, we will commence the offensive that will bring the Greek people to their knees! We will demonstrate to the German military machine that the Italians are second to none! You will begin this offensive by escorting our bombers to Thessaloniki so they can destroy the ability of the Greeks to make war!
"objective_string"=2 November, 1940 saw the initial major offensive operations carried out by the Regia Aeronautica, as Cant Z 1007 and Sm-79 bombers hit the city of Thessaloniki in two separate waves, with the Cant bombers attacking the Greek airfield of Larisa en route. During the raid, Galeazzo Ciano, the Italian Foreign Minister & Mussolini's brother-in-law, led the Sm-79s. Surprisingly, one of the Cant Z 1007s was piloted by Mussolini's eldest son, Cpt. Bruno Mussolini. Another of his sons, Vittorio, may have also been involved. All survived the mission.
"intelligence_string"=After taking off, you will meet up with the Sm-79 bombers just to the east of Koritza, and maintain an easterly course as you accompany the bombers to Thessaloniki. The bombers will target the docks and warehouses. The Greeks won't take too kindly to our intrusion, so be ready to tangle with enemy fighters. Above all else, ensure that the bombers stay safe!
"player_aircraft_name_string"=Fiat Cr-42 Falco (368 sq)
"airfield_string"=Albania - Koritza
Good evening,
I'm back on the horse again....
View attachment 81063
"title_string"=Operation Emergenza 1 - Initiation over Thessaloniki
"summary_string"=Attenzione, aviatori! Today, we will commence the offensive that will bring the Greek people to their knees! We will demonstrate to the German military machine that the Italians are second to none! You will begin this offensive by escorting our bombers to Thessaloniki so they can destroy the ability of the Greeks to make war!
"objective_string"=2 November, 1940 saw the initial major offensive operations carried out by the Regia Aeronautica, as Cant Z 1007 and Sm-79 bombers hit the city of Thessaloniki in two separate waves, with the Cant bombers attacking the Greek airfield of Larisa en route. During the raid, Galeazzo Ciano, the Italian Foreign Minister & Mussolini's brother-in-law, led the Sm-79s. Surprisingly, one of the Cant Z 1007s was piloted by Mussolini's eldest son, Cpt. Bruno Mussolini. Another of his sons, Vittorio, may have also been involved. All survived the mission.
"intelligence_string"=After taking off, you will meet up with the Sm-79 bombers just to the east of Koritza, and maintain an easterly course as you accompany the bombers to Thessaloniki. The bombers will target the docks and warehouses. The Greeks won't take too kindly to our intrusion, so be ready to tangle with enemy fighters. Above all else, ensure that the bombers stay safe!
"player_aircraft_name_string"=Fiat Cr-42 Falco (368 sq)
"airfield_string"=Albania - Koritza
Looking good Rami! Nice touch of gossip in the object_string. It make thing even more real, at least to me. Now I know I´ll have something very interesting to fly when the cold weather arrives here, altough it´s never too cold. I´m located at the equivalent latitude as Crete.
Cheers, Discus
Cheers, Discus
Blood_Hawk23
Charter Member
GOB Issue
Hey Rami,
Were you able to resolve your GOB issue?
I just had the same problem come up. it seems my old scenery and my new one are over writing each other.
Should I just make a new one with the old scenery added?
How did you solve yours?
Hey Rami,
Were you able to resolve your GOB issue?
I just had the same problem come up. it seems my old scenery and my new one are over writing each other.
Should I just make a new one with the old scenery added?
How did you solve yours?
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Blood_Hawk,
Yes, I was, with help from Achim. I had the same issue with a relocated airfield at Valona, Albania that was wiping out my harbor. I was able to use Martin Wright's GSL editor to combine the two layouts and prevent them from being overwritten.
I will have to revise Athens though at some point.
Blood_Hawk,
Yes, I was, with help from Achim. I had the same issue with a relocated airfield at Valona, Albania that was wiping out my harbor. I was able to use Martin Wright's GSL editor to combine the two layouts and prevent them from being overwritten.
I will have to revise Athens though at some point.
Blood_Hawk23
Charter Member
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Blood_Hawk23,
Contact Martin Wright directly through his website: http://www.mwgfx.co.uk/
Click on "Developers Corner," and follow the instructions. E-mail him, and explain your purpose in needing the GSL Manager.
Martin's usually pretty good about responding quickly.
You should get two proggies...GobTools and GSL Manager. Both programs come with instructions, and this goes a long way toward making any GSL work easier (in 99% of cases, Athens notwithstanding) than using the built-in GSL editor.
Blood_Hawk23,
Contact Martin Wright directly through his website: http://www.mwgfx.co.uk/
Click on "Developers Corner," and follow the instructions. E-mail him, and explain your purpose in needing the GSL Manager.
Martin's usually pretty good about responding quickly.
You should get two proggies...GobTools and GSL Manager. Both programs come with instructions, and this goes a long way toward making any GSL work easier (in 99% of cases, Athens notwithstanding) than using the built-in GSL editor.
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Good evening,
I finished another mission, this one is a fighter sweep up the Struma River Valley from east of Thessaloniki up into Bulgaria. After this day, at least from the British point of view, things get really bad. The following day, Volos harbor will be attacked by some seventy Ju-88s!
"title_string"=Hurricane Vs Luftwaffe - Sweep over the Struma
"summary_string"=Listen up, pilots! Today, we'll continue to protect our borders by flying a fighter patrol through the Struma River Valley. Your task is to shot down any German aircraft that you encounter, & report back on any enemy troops movements. Good luck!
"objective_string"=During the afternoon of 12 April, "Pat" Pattle led a formation of RAF 33 Squadron Hurricanes on a fighter sweep up the Struma River Valley. As they passed east of Thessaloniki, they intercepted and shot down a Dornier reece aircraft. While the rest of the patrol was uneventful, upon reaching Larisa they were warned of enemy aircraft in the area, & encountered three Sm-79s, escorted by Luftwaffe Bf-109s. According to British records, two Sm-79s were brought down, while "Pat" Pattle damaged a Bf-109. However, the claim is unverified by either German or Italian records.
"intelligence_string"=After leaving Larissa, you will fly northeast to the mouth of the Struma River, and then follow up the Valley into Bulgaria, looking for any German troop movements or fighter patrols. After reaching Lake Pchelina, you will then turn back for Larisa. Make sure to bring all of your fighters back if possible; the Germans are pressing us hard along all fronts!
"player_aircraft_name_string"=Hawker Hurricane Mk. I
"airfield_string"=Greece - Larisa
Good evening,
I finished another mission, this one is a fighter sweep up the Struma River Valley from east of Thessaloniki up into Bulgaria. After this day, at least from the British point of view, things get really bad. The following day, Volos harbor will be attacked by some seventy Ju-88s!
"title_string"=Hurricane Vs Luftwaffe - Sweep over the Struma
"summary_string"=Listen up, pilots! Today, we'll continue to protect our borders by flying a fighter patrol through the Struma River Valley. Your task is to shot down any German aircraft that you encounter, & report back on any enemy troops movements. Good luck!
"objective_string"=During the afternoon of 12 April, "Pat" Pattle led a formation of RAF 33 Squadron Hurricanes on a fighter sweep up the Struma River Valley. As they passed east of Thessaloniki, they intercepted and shot down a Dornier reece aircraft. While the rest of the patrol was uneventful, upon reaching Larisa they were warned of enemy aircraft in the area, & encountered three Sm-79s, escorted by Luftwaffe Bf-109s. According to British records, two Sm-79s were brought down, while "Pat" Pattle damaged a Bf-109. However, the claim is unverified by either German or Italian records.
"intelligence_string"=After leaving Larissa, you will fly northeast to the mouth of the Struma River, and then follow up the Valley into Bulgaria, looking for any German troop movements or fighter patrols. After reaching Lake Pchelina, you will then turn back for Larisa. Make sure to bring all of your fighters back if possible; the Germans are pressing us hard along all fronts!
"player_aircraft_name_string"=Hawker Hurricane Mk. I
"airfield_string"=Greece - Larisa
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Good evening,
Here is another mission...this one is an intercept mission over Volos harbor. Without escorts, this may be easier than other missions to this point, so long as you avoid getting caught in the sights their gunners.
"title_string"=RAF Vs Luftwaffe - German pressure increases
"summary_string"=To your fighters! Ground observers to the east of Thessaloniki have reported a sizable formation of Ju-88s, heading southwest, with Volos being their likely target. You must confront the Germans over the harbor, and make sure they pay a heavy price for their audacity.
"objective_string"=13 April saw a marked improvement in the weather, and thus a corresponding increase in activity from the Luftwaffe. That morning, some seventy Ju-88s bombed & decimated the harbor at Volos. One unit of twenty Ju-88s from I/LG 1 was intercepted by seven Hurricanes from RAF 33 Squadron. On this day, "Pat" Pattle claimed five aircraft enemy shot down in his battle diary, but this seems impossible to claim based on available records.
"intelligence_string"=We know that Fliegerkorps VIII is operating out of Bulgaria, so expect Luftwaffe bombers to come in from a northeasterly direction. After taking off, climb hard to an altitude of Angels 15; the German bombers seem to like bombing from an altitude of 4,000 to 5,000 meters. Tear into the bombers, but try to avoid damage to your Hurricanes. We can't afford to lose the ability to keep fighting!
"player_aircraft_name_string"=Hawker Hurricane Mk. I
"airfield_string"=Greece - Larisa
Good evening,
Here is another mission...this one is an intercept mission over Volos harbor. Without escorts, this may be easier than other missions to this point, so long as you avoid getting caught in the sights their gunners.
"title_string"=RAF Vs Luftwaffe - German pressure increases
"summary_string"=To your fighters! Ground observers to the east of Thessaloniki have reported a sizable formation of Ju-88s, heading southwest, with Volos being their likely target. You must confront the Germans over the harbor, and make sure they pay a heavy price for their audacity.
"objective_string"=13 April saw a marked improvement in the weather, and thus a corresponding increase in activity from the Luftwaffe. That morning, some seventy Ju-88s bombed & decimated the harbor at Volos. One unit of twenty Ju-88s from I/LG 1 was intercepted by seven Hurricanes from RAF 33 Squadron. On this day, "Pat" Pattle claimed five aircraft enemy shot down in his battle diary, but this seems impossible to claim based on available records.
"intelligence_string"=We know that Fliegerkorps VIII is operating out of Bulgaria, so expect Luftwaffe bombers to come in from a northeasterly direction. After taking off, climb hard to an altitude of Angels 15; the German bombers seem to like bombing from an altitude of 4,000 to 5,000 meters. Tear into the bombers, but try to avoid damage to your Hurricanes. We can't afford to lose the ability to keep fighting!
"player_aircraft_name_string"=Hawker Hurricane Mk. I
"airfield_string"=Greece - Larisa
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Good evening,
Here is another mission...the first day activity on the Albanian frontline picked up again after the German invasion of Greece.
"title_string"=RAF Vs Regia Aeronautica - The respite is over
"summary_string"=Listen up! Hurricanes of RAF 33 and 80 Squadron are needed to escort several attacks by Blenheim bombers to targets in the Florina sector. Our task is to fly an offensive patrol over Koritza to draw up and engage enemy fighters and keep them away from the attacking Blenheim bombers. Do not come away empty-handed on this one!
"objective_string"=13 April witnessed the end of a pronounced lull in the Albanian sector which occurred following the German invasion of Greece. On this day, patrolling Gladiators of RAF 112 Squadron bounced a flight of Sm-79s, escorted by four Mc-200s, while over Koritza. In the ensuing dogfight, one Mc-200 was lost, with a confirmed loss of one Gladiator, while Italian gunners in the Sm-79s claimed two more as probables.
"intelligence_string"=On patrol over Koritza, your assignment is to hunt for any German or Italian fighters and keep them busy; this will allow our Blenheim bombers to raid German ground positions in the Florina region. If you encounter enemy bombers you may attack, but doing so places you at great risk, as you will need to get in close to damage the enemy bombers with your rifle-caliber ammunition. Good luck!
"player_aircraft_name_string"=Gloster Gladiator Mk. II
"airfield_string"=Greece - Yania
Good evening,
Here is another mission...the first day activity on the Albanian frontline picked up again after the German invasion of Greece.
"title_string"=RAF Vs Regia Aeronautica - The respite is over
"summary_string"=Listen up! Hurricanes of RAF 33 and 80 Squadron are needed to escort several attacks by Blenheim bombers to targets in the Florina sector. Our task is to fly an offensive patrol over Koritza to draw up and engage enemy fighters and keep them away from the attacking Blenheim bombers. Do not come away empty-handed on this one!
"objective_string"=13 April witnessed the end of a pronounced lull in the Albanian sector which occurred following the German invasion of Greece. On this day, patrolling Gladiators of RAF 112 Squadron bounced a flight of Sm-79s, escorted by four Mc-200s, while over Koritza. In the ensuing dogfight, one Mc-200 was lost, with a confirmed loss of one Gladiator, while Italian gunners in the Sm-79s claimed two more as probables.
"intelligence_string"=On patrol over Koritza, your assignment is to hunt for any German or Italian fighters and keep them busy; this will allow our Blenheim bombers to raid German ground positions in the Florina region. If you encounter enemy bombers you may attack, but doing so places you at great risk, as you will need to get in close to damage the enemy bombers with your rifle-caliber ammunition. Good luck!
"player_aircraft_name_string"=Gloster Gladiator Mk. II
"airfield_string"=Greece - Yania
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Good afternoon,
Given that I have the information, I decided to add some more Gladiator missions; here is an example of one.
"title_string"=RAF Vs Regia Aeronautica - Trouble near Yanina
"summary_string"=Attention, pilots! Today, we will follow that first detachment of RAF 80 Squadron Gladiators which moved to Yanina yesterday. Once airborne, you'll fly a short patrol to the north of Yanina along the Albanian front looking for any enemy air activity. Following this patrol, we'll join our fellow airmen at Yanina!
"objective_string"=Following the arrival of twelve Gloster Gladiators from RAF 80 Squadron to Yanina airfield, another detachment was sent up to Yanina the next day. As this second detachment patrolled north of Yanina prior to landing, they encountered three Sm-79s, escorted by a dozen Cr-42s, led by Captain Nicola Magaldi. In the ensuing dogfight Cpt. Magaldi was killed, & another Cr-42 piloted by Serg Negri was badly shot up. No British losses were reported.
"intelligence_string"=After taking off, maintain a northwesterly course toward Yanina, & then briefly patrol the frontline between Yanina & Paramythia, looking for any sign of enemy activity. If you run into Italian aircraft en route, try to concentrate on the bombers while the other flight engages any fighters. Have a safe trip!
"player_aircraft_name_string"=Gloster Gladiator Mk. II
"airfield_string"=Greece - Trikala
Good afternoon,
Given that I have the information, I decided to add some more Gladiator missions; here is an example of one.
"title_string"=RAF Vs Regia Aeronautica - Trouble near Yanina
"summary_string"=Attention, pilots! Today, we will follow that first detachment of RAF 80 Squadron Gladiators which moved to Yanina yesterday. Once airborne, you'll fly a short patrol to the north of Yanina along the Albanian front looking for any enemy air activity. Following this patrol, we'll join our fellow airmen at Yanina!
"objective_string"=Following the arrival of twelve Gloster Gladiators from RAF 80 Squadron to Yanina airfield, another detachment was sent up to Yanina the next day. As this second detachment patrolled north of Yanina prior to landing, they encountered three Sm-79s, escorted by a dozen Cr-42s, led by Captain Nicola Magaldi. In the ensuing dogfight Cpt. Magaldi was killed, & another Cr-42 piloted by Serg Negri was badly shot up. No British losses were reported.
"intelligence_string"=After taking off, maintain a northwesterly course toward Yanina, & then briefly patrol the frontline between Yanina & Paramythia, looking for any sign of enemy activity. If you run into Italian aircraft en route, try to concentrate on the bombers while the other flight engages any fighters. Have a safe trip!
"player_aircraft_name_string"=Gloster Gladiator Mk. II
"airfield_string"=Greece - Trikala
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Hello again,
Here is another mission that will now be included in the Gladiator portion of the campaign. This represents the prelude to the next mission in the original Gladiator campaign when you search for Sykes, the downed British pilot.
"title_string"=RAF Vs Regia Aeronautica - Sykes goes missing
"summary_string"=Listen up, pilots! Today, we're going to assert our strength in this sector by flying a patrol along the Albanian border, looking for any Italian aircraft that might also be patrolling the area, or incoming bomber raids. Let's show the Italians that we will not be intimidated!
"objective_string"=On 28 November, six RAF 80 Squadron Gladiators departed Yanina on patrol. Over Delvinakion, they ran into ten Cr-42s of 150 Gruppo, led by Captain Giorgio Graffer. During the whirling dogfight that soon followed, Flight Officer Sykes and Sergeant Corrado Mignani collided. Both pilots were killed, though this was unknown at the time.
"intelligence_string"=Once airborne, your flight will patrol in the same area which you did when you flew into Yanina two days ago. The most likely area to find them is the narrow valley that extends from Yanina northwest into Albania. You have orders to engage any enemy aircraft you encounter, but your primary targets are bombers. Good luck!
"player_aircraft_name_string"=Gloster Gladiator Mk. II
"airfield_string"=Greece - Yania
Hello again,
Here is another mission that will now be included in the Gladiator portion of the campaign. This represents the prelude to the next mission in the original Gladiator campaign when you search for Sykes, the downed British pilot.
"title_string"=RAF Vs Regia Aeronautica - Sykes goes missing
"summary_string"=Listen up, pilots! Today, we're going to assert our strength in this sector by flying a patrol along the Albanian border, looking for any Italian aircraft that might also be patrolling the area, or incoming bomber raids. Let's show the Italians that we will not be intimidated!
"objective_string"=On 28 November, six RAF 80 Squadron Gladiators departed Yanina on patrol. Over Delvinakion, they ran into ten Cr-42s of 150 Gruppo, led by Captain Giorgio Graffer. During the whirling dogfight that soon followed, Flight Officer Sykes and Sergeant Corrado Mignani collided. Both pilots were killed, though this was unknown at the time.
"intelligence_string"=Once airborne, your flight will patrol in the same area which you did when you flew into Yanina two days ago. The most likely area to find them is the narrow valley that extends from Yanina northwest into Albania. You have orders to engage any enemy aircraft you encounter, but your primary targets are bombers. Good luck!
"player_aircraft_name_string"=Gloster Gladiator Mk. II
"airfield_string"=Greece - Yania
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Good evening,
Here is another one; it's an amalgam of two Italian bomber flights that struck Athens in the early afternoon on said date. In the first raid, the Italian bombers escaped because the patrolling Gladiators were at 10,000 feet, and the Cant Z 1007s bombed from 13,000 feet. I tried to replicate this in Mission Builder and I could not catch the bombers, even when I tried it from a slightly higher altitude.
The only real solution was for you to intercept at 15,000 feet, as the Gladiators were when they encountered the second wave. That way, you can dive down and use your momentum to engage the enemy bombers, preventing them from pulling away. I also had the Italian bombers drop down to 10,000 feet after they release their bombs, so this should allow you to keep your momentum.
"title_string"=RAF Vs Regia Aeronautica - Alciones over Athens
"summary_string"=To your fighters, gentlemen! Italian bombers have been spotted in the vicinity, & you are being sent out on patrol to protect Athens from attack. Other flights will assist you once airborne, and your job is to intercept any Italian aircraft you encounter. Make sure to get in close to inflict damage; we've learned their Sm-79s and Alciones can take heavy punishment!
"objective_string"=On 21 January, four Cant Z Alciones were spotted approaching the city of Athens, and three Gloster Gladiators of RAF 80 Squadron were scrambled to patrol over the city. A second pair of Gladiators & two Bristol Blenheim fighters were also scrambled to intercept. The initial wave could not be caught because the Gladiators were 3,000ft beneath and couldn't close the distance. Once the second wave appeared over Athens, the Gloster Gladiators were at 15,000ft & positioned to intercept. One Italian bomber was lost during the raid. This mission is an amalgam of these two waves.
"intelligence_string"=Once airborne, climb hard & head directly toward Piraeus. Italian bombers like to pass north of the city and then swoop down to the west, so they can use their momentum to clear the area quickly. It is your job to get to Athens before they do, & bring down as many enemy bombers as you can!
"player_aircraft_name_string"=Gloster Gladiator Mk. II
"airfield_string"=Greece - Eleusis
Good evening,
Here is another one; it's an amalgam of two Italian bomber flights that struck Athens in the early afternoon on said date. In the first raid, the Italian bombers escaped because the patrolling Gladiators were at 10,000 feet, and the Cant Z 1007s bombed from 13,000 feet. I tried to replicate this in Mission Builder and I could not catch the bombers, even when I tried it from a slightly higher altitude.
The only real solution was for you to intercept at 15,000 feet, as the Gladiators were when they encountered the second wave. That way, you can dive down and use your momentum to engage the enemy bombers, preventing them from pulling away. I also had the Italian bombers drop down to 10,000 feet after they release their bombs, so this should allow you to keep your momentum.
"title_string"=RAF Vs Regia Aeronautica - Alciones over Athens
"summary_string"=To your fighters, gentlemen! Italian bombers have been spotted in the vicinity, & you are being sent out on patrol to protect Athens from attack. Other flights will assist you once airborne, and your job is to intercept any Italian aircraft you encounter. Make sure to get in close to inflict damage; we've learned their Sm-79s and Alciones can take heavy punishment!
"objective_string"=On 21 January, four Cant Z Alciones were spotted approaching the city of Athens, and three Gloster Gladiators of RAF 80 Squadron were scrambled to patrol over the city. A second pair of Gladiators & two Bristol Blenheim fighters were also scrambled to intercept. The initial wave could not be caught because the Gladiators were 3,000ft beneath and couldn't close the distance. Once the second wave appeared over Athens, the Gloster Gladiators were at 15,000ft & positioned to intercept. One Italian bomber was lost during the raid. This mission is an amalgam of these two waves.
"intelligence_string"=Once airborne, climb hard & head directly toward Piraeus. Italian bombers like to pass north of the city and then swoop down to the west, so they can use their momentum to clear the area quickly. It is your job to get to Athens before they do, & bring down as many enemy bombers as you can!
"player_aircraft_name_string"=Gloster Gladiator Mk. II
"airfield_string"=Greece - Eleusis