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Rami's mission & scenery thread
- Thread starter Rami
- Start date
For Captain Kurt, Worthless, and others...
Hey guys,
Your request has not fallen on deaf ears. (Huh?) I took the time this afternoon to update my MTO install guide to include the scenery for Pantelleria and the Pelagic islands, as well as Morocco. These are scenery packages needed for the updated Med campaigns I have been working on. The instructions seem clear to me, but I'm not writing it for myself...it's for all of you.
I'd like some consensus opinions on whether the instructions make sense and they can be understood by many. If I get the consensus approval, then we're in good shape.
I updated the link, and am posting it here: http://www.sim-outhouse.com/sohforums/local_links.php?action=jump&catid=49&id=2932
And Shadow Wolf...this time I did add the note about deleting the filelist.dat files when you add additional stuff in. :mixedsmi:
Hey guys,
Your request has not fallen on deaf ears. (Huh?) I took the time this afternoon to update my MTO install guide to include the scenery for Pantelleria and the Pelagic islands, as well as Morocco. These are scenery packages needed for the updated Med campaigns I have been working on. The instructions seem clear to me, but I'm not writing it for myself...it's for all of you.
I'd like some consensus opinions on whether the instructions make sense and they can be understood by many. If I get the consensus approval, then we're in good shape.
I updated the link, and am posting it here: http://www.sim-outhouse.com/sohforums/local_links.php?action=jump&catid=49&id=2932
And Shadow Wolf...this time I did add the note about deleting the filelist.dat files when you add additional stuff in. :mixedsmi:
Reply...
Mario,
I made sure to add the panel.cfg files to the AIRCRAFT folders in my respective campaigns.
Mario,
I made sure to add the panel.cfg files to the AIRCRAFT folders in my respective campaigns.
For Mezzagosto beta testers...
Hey guys,
When you get to the latter stages of the campaign, you may encounter a problem with the fighter missions using the Gela Satellite airfield. If the start position in the mission places you well short of the runway when the mission loads, change the airfield .dat entry in your mission folder from this...
[runway.xxx]
id=8177
name=Sicily - Gela Sattelite
base_lat=N37 06.89
base_lon=E14 14.84
base_alt=49
heading=175
allegiance=0
units_across=2
takeoff_start_pos=-600,0
takeoff_stop_pos=1600,200
landing_start_pos=5000,350
landing_touchdown_pos=600,0
landing_stop_pos=-250,0
; NDB 703
To this...
[runway.xxx]
id=8177
name=Sicily - Gela Sattelite
base_lat=N37 06.89
base_lon=E14 14.84
base_alt=49
heading=175
allegiance=0
units_across=2
takeoff_start_pos=0,0
takeoff_stop_pos=1600,200
landing_start_pos=5000,350
landing_touchdown_pos=600,0
landing_stop_pos=-250,0
; NDB 703
This will place the aircraft at the beginning of the runway.
Thanks,
Hey guys,
When you get to the latter stages of the campaign, you may encounter a problem with the fighter missions using the Gela Satellite airfield. If the start position in the mission places you well short of the runway when the mission loads, change the airfield .dat entry in your mission folder from this...
[runway.xxx]
id=8177
name=Sicily - Gela Sattelite
base_lat=N37 06.89
base_lon=E14 14.84
base_alt=49
heading=175
allegiance=0
units_across=2
takeoff_start_pos=-600,0
takeoff_stop_pos=1600,200
landing_start_pos=5000,350
landing_touchdown_pos=600,0
landing_stop_pos=-250,0
; NDB 703
To this...
[runway.xxx]
id=8177
name=Sicily - Gela Sattelite
base_lat=N37 06.89
base_lon=E14 14.84
base_alt=49
heading=175
allegiance=0
units_across=2
takeoff_start_pos=0,0
takeoff_stop_pos=1600,200
landing_start_pos=5000,350
landing_touchdown_pos=600,0
landing_stop_pos=-250,0
; NDB 703
This will place the aircraft at the beginning of the runway.
Thanks,
Shadow Wolf 07
SOH-CM-2025
Thanks for the heads up.
Along with the campaign release...
Hey guys,
There were a lot of little things I also did when I released "Western Desert" and uploaded JHS_North_Africa for achim27619 to deal with some minor issues.
1) The Tuskegee Airmen was updated, because I figured how to correct the airbase.dat issues with Paestum Gaudo and Capodichino. Because they do not require a separate takeoff airbase.dat entry now, I modified mission 25 and 58-67, eliminating this redundancy. I also updated the MTO Master airbase.dat for this campaign.
2) The airbase.dat entries in JHS_Italy were corrected for the same reason.
3) Operation Tidal wave was updated to reflect the changes at Benina aerodrome, and the MTO airbase.day entry was updated.
4) Operation Juggler was updated to reflect the changes at Benina aerodrome, and the MTO airbase.day entry was updated.
5) Operation Pedestal was updated to include the revised MTO Master airbase.dat file, and the revised panel.cfg files for the BSK_Spitfires, which should eliminate framerate stutter.
6) RAF Vs Regia Aeronautica was updated to include the revised MTO Master airbase.dat file.
7) Hellas! was updated to include the revised MTO Master airbase.dat file.
8) Operation Pedestal was updated to include the revised MTO Master airbase.dat file.
9) Operation Exporter (Vichy) was updated to include the revised MTO Master airbase.dat file.
10) Italians in War was updated to include the revised MTO Master airbase.dat file.
11) Fleet Air Arm was updated to include the revised MTO Master airbase.dat file, and the revised panel.cfg files for the BSK_Fulmar and the BSK_Spitfire that should eliminate framerate stutter.
12) Mosquito Squadron was updated to include the revised panel.cfg for the BSK_Spitfire that should eliminate framerate stutter.
13) Royal Canadian Air Force was updated to include the revised panel.cfg for the BSK_Spitfire that should eliminate framerate stutter.
14) The Henkels! campaign was updated with an revised MTO airbase.dat file, and an updated GSL harbor layout for Benghazi.
15) Malta Spitfire was updated to include the revised MTO airbase.dat file and it includes the updated panel.cfg files for the Trop BSK_Spitfires that should eliminate framerate stutter.
16) The MTO ports pack was revised to reflect the changes at Benghazi harbor.
I just wanted to get all of this done at the same time to clear out my "CFS2 - to do list."
Cheers,
Hey guys,
There were a lot of little things I also did when I released "Western Desert" and uploaded JHS_North_Africa for achim27619 to deal with some minor issues.
1) The Tuskegee Airmen was updated, because I figured how to correct the airbase.dat issues with Paestum Gaudo and Capodichino. Because they do not require a separate takeoff airbase.dat entry now, I modified mission 25 and 58-67, eliminating this redundancy. I also updated the MTO Master airbase.dat for this campaign.
2) The airbase.dat entries in JHS_Italy were corrected for the same reason.
3) Operation Tidal wave was updated to reflect the changes at Benina aerodrome, and the MTO airbase.day entry was updated.
4) Operation Juggler was updated to reflect the changes at Benina aerodrome, and the MTO airbase.day entry was updated.
5) Operation Pedestal was updated to include the revised MTO Master airbase.dat file, and the revised panel.cfg files for the BSK_Spitfires, which should eliminate framerate stutter.
6) RAF Vs Regia Aeronautica was updated to include the revised MTO Master airbase.dat file.
7) Hellas! was updated to include the revised MTO Master airbase.dat file.
8) Operation Pedestal was updated to include the revised MTO Master airbase.dat file.
9) Operation Exporter (Vichy) was updated to include the revised MTO Master airbase.dat file.
10) Italians in War was updated to include the revised MTO Master airbase.dat file.
11) Fleet Air Arm was updated to include the revised MTO Master airbase.dat file, and the revised panel.cfg files for the BSK_Fulmar and the BSK_Spitfire that should eliminate framerate stutter.
12) Mosquito Squadron was updated to include the revised panel.cfg for the BSK_Spitfire that should eliminate framerate stutter.
13) Royal Canadian Air Force was updated to include the revised panel.cfg for the BSK_Spitfire that should eliminate framerate stutter.
14) The Henkels! campaign was updated with an revised MTO airbase.dat file, and an updated GSL harbor layout for Benghazi.
15) Malta Spitfire was updated to include the revised MTO airbase.dat file and it includes the updated panel.cfg files for the Trop BSK_Spitfires that should eliminate framerate stutter.
16) The MTO ports pack was revised to reflect the changes at Benghazi harbor.
I just wanted to get all of this done at the same time to clear out my "CFS2 - to do list."
Cheers,
Reply...
Hey guys,
I haven't worked on this in more than two months, but I'm really making some major progress again, and I thought I'd post. (This is in-between my hops out of Port Moresby)
It's kind of depressing working on this now, because things are looking pretty bleak for the Brits...
"title_string"=Royal Air Force Vs Luftwaffe - Morning tussle over Khalkis
"summary_string"=To your Hurricanes, pilots! We have heard rumors that the Luftwaffe is going to keep pummeling our ports and shipping, so you are being sent out on an armed patrol over the Khalkis sector, and are free to engage any German bombers that appear! If you do spot any enemy formations, engage 'em at will, but try to avoid getting your aircraft shredded in the process! Good luck!
"objective_string"=Roald Dahl had a second combat adventure during this mission. Two Hurricanes of RAF 80 Squadron departed Eleusis to intercept some twenty Ju-88s of I/LG I & I/KG 51 that were inbound to assault Khalkis harbour. In this engagement, three Ju-88s were written off, while both Hurricanes managed to return home. Roald Dahl gained his own victory when he dove after and engaged a Ju-88 that was lining up on an ammo ship anchored in the harbor. He fired a short burst, and was stunned to see the Ju-88 spiral into the sea!
"intelligence_string"=Once airborne, hold a north-northeasterly heading to intercept the enemy bombers before they reach the harbour area. With only two fighters, the best you will be able to do is bloody their nose. If you can take down two or more of the Dreifingers, the mission will be considered a major success. Above all else, you must ensure that you get your fighter back to Eleusis aerodrome intact; with only a few dozen Hurricanes remaining, it is imperative that we preserve every flyable aircraft we have!
"player_aircraft_name_string"=Hawker Hurricane Mk. I
"airfield_string"=Greece - Eleusis
"title_string"=Royal Air Force Vs Luftwaffe - An early evening surprise
"summary_string"=To your planes, pilots! The citizens of Athens are getting very nervous about the continuing flood of defeats from the front, & they fear being overrun by the German "Blitz." We have been requested to fly a goodwill patrol directly over the city itself, and show its citizens that we won't be pushed into the sea without a fight!
"objective_string"=16 April, 1941 saw the continuing deterioration of the overall situation for the Allies in Greece. Axis forces were now pressuring Larisa after the rapid collapse of the Olympus-Servia line. The RAF also was steadily losing the battle of attrition against the Luftwaffe, with fewer than twenty Hurricanes ready to counter the German armada, coupled with a minute amount of Gladiators and Blenheims. This raid saw Dorniers of Stab/KG 2 strike a munitions factory very close to Eleusis airfield, and six RAF Hurricanes of 80 Squadron rose to intercept them. Three Dornier Do-17s were brought down, but any RAF losses are unknown.
"intelligence_string"=After getting airborne, you will fly a patrol over the city at an altitude of 5,000 feet. This will put you low enough for the citizens to hear & see you. Because the frontline is so fluid, be ready just in case you get a radio call that German aircraft are in the area. Hopefully, this will be a quiet patrol, but with the way the past few days have been, do not let down your guard!
"player_aircraft_name_string"=Hawker Hurricane Mk. I
"airfield_string"=Greece - Eleusis
"title_string"=Royal Air Force Vs Luftwaffe - Ground forces in trouble
"summary_string"=Listen up! Greek & Commonwealth ground units are withdrawing hurriedly along the Thessaly Plain to attempt a final stand at Thermopylae Pass. While doing so, they're being harassed by Luftwaffe air units. You'll fly a morning fighter sweep over the Thessaly Plain to provide a semblance of air cover to buy time for our troops to reach this defensive line!
"objective_string"=19 April 1941 saw droves of Luftwaffe aircraft in action all over Greece, with bombers and fighters swarming like hornets over major ports, cities, and harassing Greek & Commonwealth military divisions under full retreat toward a crucial make-or-break stand at Thermopylae Pass. Just after dawn, forty Stukas were in the process of bombing & strafing Allied forces near Domokos when seven of RAF 80 Squadron's Hurricanes broke up the attackers and bagged four Stukas before Bf-109s of II /JG 27 could intervene. Verified Stuka losses were Oblt. Ulitz of Stab/StG 2 & Lt. Wingelmayer of I/StG3. The Germans claim to have brought down two RAF Hurricanes, but Sgt. Casbolt's plane was the only one damaged, and he was able to return to Eleusis.
"intelligence_string"=The Greek & Commonwealth forces in retreat were last reported to be somewhere between Larisa and Domokos. This is about 160km to the northwest of Eleusis. Once you reach the town of Domokos, look for Allied vehicle columns nearng the town. If you spot our forces under enemy attack, engage these planes immediately to allow for our ground forces to escape. Make sure to remain alert for fighters, we cannot afford to lose these meager forces we have left!
"player_aircraft_name_string"=Hawker Hurricane Mk. I
"airfield_string"=Greece - Eleusis
"title_string"=Royal Air Force Vs Luftwaffe - The eyes of the Wehrmacht
"summary_string"=Listen up! After the raid on Allied ground forces this morning that was broken up by 80 Squadron, we will patrol over the same area to look for any German raids or reconnaissance aircraft. (On this mission, they encountered a Henschel Hs-126, but a Focke-Wulf Fw-189 will be used instead) If you run into enemy aircraft, engage them & shoot them down!
"objective_string"=19 April, 1941 saw the tactical situation for Allied forces in Greece turn extremely desperate. A few days earlier Yugoslav armies had capitulated, and despite the King of Hellenes boldly declaring that Greece would continue the struggle, the Army of the Epirus, who were holding back the Germans in the northwest, was in the process of surrendering. Two hours after the Stuka raid, seven Hurricanes of 33 Squadron were patrolling near Lamia when "Pat" Pattle helped to shoot down a German reece Hs-126, & thirty minutes later, his flight engaged five Messerschmitts of II /JG 77 head-on. Three Hurricanes were claimed by German pilots, whilst the British claimed two Bf-109s.
"intelligence_string"=After getting airborne, head northwest toward the city of Lamia where our ground forces have heard enemy reconnaissance planes. If nothing is found, continue north over the Thessaly Plain to look for any marauding Luftwaffe fighters. Make sure they know that they will not wrest away control of our skies without a fight!
"player_aircraft_name_string"=Hawker Hurricane Mk. I
"airfield_string"=Greece - Eleusis
Hey guys,
I haven't worked on this in more than two months, but I'm really making some major progress again, and I thought I'd post. (This is in-between my hops out of Port Moresby)
It's kind of depressing working on this now, because things are looking pretty bleak for the Brits...
"title_string"=Royal Air Force Vs Luftwaffe - Morning tussle over Khalkis
"summary_string"=To your Hurricanes, pilots! We have heard rumors that the Luftwaffe is going to keep pummeling our ports and shipping, so you are being sent out on an armed patrol over the Khalkis sector, and are free to engage any German bombers that appear! If you do spot any enemy formations, engage 'em at will, but try to avoid getting your aircraft shredded in the process! Good luck!
"objective_string"=Roald Dahl had a second combat adventure during this mission. Two Hurricanes of RAF 80 Squadron departed Eleusis to intercept some twenty Ju-88s of I/LG I & I/KG 51 that were inbound to assault Khalkis harbour. In this engagement, three Ju-88s were written off, while both Hurricanes managed to return home. Roald Dahl gained his own victory when he dove after and engaged a Ju-88 that was lining up on an ammo ship anchored in the harbor. He fired a short burst, and was stunned to see the Ju-88 spiral into the sea!
"intelligence_string"=Once airborne, hold a north-northeasterly heading to intercept the enemy bombers before they reach the harbour area. With only two fighters, the best you will be able to do is bloody their nose. If you can take down two or more of the Dreifingers, the mission will be considered a major success. Above all else, you must ensure that you get your fighter back to Eleusis aerodrome intact; with only a few dozen Hurricanes remaining, it is imperative that we preserve every flyable aircraft we have!
"player_aircraft_name_string"=Hawker Hurricane Mk. I
"airfield_string"=Greece - Eleusis
"title_string"=Royal Air Force Vs Luftwaffe - An early evening surprise
"summary_string"=To your planes, pilots! The citizens of Athens are getting very nervous about the continuing flood of defeats from the front, & they fear being overrun by the German "Blitz." We have been requested to fly a goodwill patrol directly over the city itself, and show its citizens that we won't be pushed into the sea without a fight!
"objective_string"=16 April, 1941 saw the continuing deterioration of the overall situation for the Allies in Greece. Axis forces were now pressuring Larisa after the rapid collapse of the Olympus-Servia line. The RAF also was steadily losing the battle of attrition against the Luftwaffe, with fewer than twenty Hurricanes ready to counter the German armada, coupled with a minute amount of Gladiators and Blenheims. This raid saw Dorniers of Stab/KG 2 strike a munitions factory very close to Eleusis airfield, and six RAF Hurricanes of 80 Squadron rose to intercept them. Three Dornier Do-17s were brought down, but any RAF losses are unknown.
"intelligence_string"=After getting airborne, you will fly a patrol over the city at an altitude of 5,000 feet. This will put you low enough for the citizens to hear & see you. Because the frontline is so fluid, be ready just in case you get a radio call that German aircraft are in the area. Hopefully, this will be a quiet patrol, but with the way the past few days have been, do not let down your guard!
"player_aircraft_name_string"=Hawker Hurricane Mk. I
"airfield_string"=Greece - Eleusis
"title_string"=Royal Air Force Vs Luftwaffe - Ground forces in trouble
"summary_string"=Listen up! Greek & Commonwealth ground units are withdrawing hurriedly along the Thessaly Plain to attempt a final stand at Thermopylae Pass. While doing so, they're being harassed by Luftwaffe air units. You'll fly a morning fighter sweep over the Thessaly Plain to provide a semblance of air cover to buy time for our troops to reach this defensive line!
"objective_string"=19 April 1941 saw droves of Luftwaffe aircraft in action all over Greece, with bombers and fighters swarming like hornets over major ports, cities, and harassing Greek & Commonwealth military divisions under full retreat toward a crucial make-or-break stand at Thermopylae Pass. Just after dawn, forty Stukas were in the process of bombing & strafing Allied forces near Domokos when seven of RAF 80 Squadron's Hurricanes broke up the attackers and bagged four Stukas before Bf-109s of II /JG 27 could intervene. Verified Stuka losses were Oblt. Ulitz of Stab/StG 2 & Lt. Wingelmayer of I/StG3. The Germans claim to have brought down two RAF Hurricanes, but Sgt. Casbolt's plane was the only one damaged, and he was able to return to Eleusis.
"intelligence_string"=The Greek & Commonwealth forces in retreat were last reported to be somewhere between Larisa and Domokos. This is about 160km to the northwest of Eleusis. Once you reach the town of Domokos, look for Allied vehicle columns nearng the town. If you spot our forces under enemy attack, engage these planes immediately to allow for our ground forces to escape. Make sure to remain alert for fighters, we cannot afford to lose these meager forces we have left!
"player_aircraft_name_string"=Hawker Hurricane Mk. I
"airfield_string"=Greece - Eleusis
"title_string"=Royal Air Force Vs Luftwaffe - The eyes of the Wehrmacht
"summary_string"=Listen up! After the raid on Allied ground forces this morning that was broken up by 80 Squadron, we will patrol over the same area to look for any German raids or reconnaissance aircraft. (On this mission, they encountered a Henschel Hs-126, but a Focke-Wulf Fw-189 will be used instead) If you run into enemy aircraft, engage them & shoot them down!
"objective_string"=19 April, 1941 saw the tactical situation for Allied forces in Greece turn extremely desperate. A few days earlier Yugoslav armies had capitulated, and despite the King of Hellenes boldly declaring that Greece would continue the struggle, the Army of the Epirus, who were holding back the Germans in the northwest, was in the process of surrendering. Two hours after the Stuka raid, seven Hurricanes of 33 Squadron were patrolling near Lamia when "Pat" Pattle helped to shoot down a German reece Hs-126, & thirty minutes later, his flight engaged five Messerschmitts of II /JG 77 head-on. Three Hurricanes were claimed by German pilots, whilst the British claimed two Bf-109s.
"intelligence_string"=After getting airborne, head northwest toward the city of Lamia where our ground forces have heard enemy reconnaissance planes. If nothing is found, continue north over the Thessaly Plain to look for any marauding Luftwaffe fighters. Make sure they know that they will not wrest away control of our skies without a fight!
"player_aircraft_name_string"=Hawker Hurricane Mk. I
"airfield_string"=Greece - Eleusis
Reply...
Good afternoon,
Here are two more missions, we're finally up to "The Battle of Athens" and the loss of "Pat" Pattle.
"title_string"=Royal Air Force Vs Luftwaffe - Emils swarm over Eleusis
"summary_string"=Scramble, RAF pilots! The alarms have sounded, & German 109s are quickly bearing down on Eleusis airfield! We must confront them in the air, if only to prevent our remaining Hurricane fighters from being strafed! Engage the Germans as soon as you tuck your wheels in, and then try to get your crate back on the ground in one piece!
"objective_string"=Sustained pressure by the Luftwaffe on 20 April, 1941 proved the crucible for the Royal Air Force in their efforts to try & retain control of Greece. During the early afternoon, Eleusis airfield near Athens came under heavy attack by two separate fighter raids. The first took place at 1400 hours, when 29 Bf-109s of II and III/ JG 77 appeared over the airfield. Another raid took place at 1535 hours, when more Bf-109s from II/ JG 27 bombed and strafed the airfield, destroying many aircraft on the ground. "Pat" Pattle (who was now leading 33 Squadron) was airborne during the first strike and claimed two German fighters, but no aircraft were able to get airborne for the second assault. This mission is an amalgam of these two raids.
"intelligence_string"=Once in the air, immediately engage the Luftwaffe fighters & take down as many of them as you can. Fight until you're completely spent of ammunition, & then put back down safely at Eleusis. Doing this will successfully complete the mission. Good luck!
"player_aircraft_name_string"=Hawker Hurricane Mk. I
"airfield_string"=Greece - Eleusis
"title_string"=Royal Air Force Vs Luftwaffe - "Pat" Pattle is lost to history
"summary_string"=To your fighters, pilots! A large German formation is now approaching Athens, & we must counter this Luftwaffe effort to make us abandon the citizens of Athens & retreat! The full stock of Hurricanes from 33 and 80 Squadrons will be with you, so do your best to turn back the German onslaught! (This intense furball over the city on this day is forever known in history as "The Battle of Athens")
"objective_string"=Up until 20 April, 1941, Marmaduke St. John "Pat" Pattle was one of the top fighter aces in the Royal Air Force, chalking up dozens of aerial kills in his nine months of intense combat in North Africa and Greece. He did this despite dealing with illnesses and fatigue, especially during the last week of his life. Without question he was the highest scoring biplane ace, and he proved a fantastic Hurricane pilot. However, he was lost to the ages during this combat sortie, when more than one hundred enemy aircraft pummeled the city of Athens. Attacking a formation of Ju-88s surrounded by Zerstörers, he was quickly overwhelmed, set on fire, and crashed into the sea.
"intelligence_string"=After taking off, maintain an easterly course, and climb to Angels 20 to intercept the enemy before they can attack Piraeus harbour. To this point, we have not seen escort fighters attached to bomber formations, but because of its size, you should be ready for them. Get your licks, bloody their nose, and then return to Eleusis in one piece. Good luck!
"player_aircraft_name_string"=Hawker Hurricane Mk. I
"airfield_string"=Greece - Eleusis
Good afternoon,
Here are two more missions, we're finally up to "The Battle of Athens" and the loss of "Pat" Pattle.
"title_string"=Royal Air Force Vs Luftwaffe - Emils swarm over Eleusis
"summary_string"=Scramble, RAF pilots! The alarms have sounded, & German 109s are quickly bearing down on Eleusis airfield! We must confront them in the air, if only to prevent our remaining Hurricane fighters from being strafed! Engage the Germans as soon as you tuck your wheels in, and then try to get your crate back on the ground in one piece!
"objective_string"=Sustained pressure by the Luftwaffe on 20 April, 1941 proved the crucible for the Royal Air Force in their efforts to try & retain control of Greece. During the early afternoon, Eleusis airfield near Athens came under heavy attack by two separate fighter raids. The first took place at 1400 hours, when 29 Bf-109s of II and III/ JG 77 appeared over the airfield. Another raid took place at 1535 hours, when more Bf-109s from II/ JG 27 bombed and strafed the airfield, destroying many aircraft on the ground. "Pat" Pattle (who was now leading 33 Squadron) was airborne during the first strike and claimed two German fighters, but no aircraft were able to get airborne for the second assault. This mission is an amalgam of these two raids.
"intelligence_string"=Once in the air, immediately engage the Luftwaffe fighters & take down as many of them as you can. Fight until you're completely spent of ammunition, & then put back down safely at Eleusis. Doing this will successfully complete the mission. Good luck!
"player_aircraft_name_string"=Hawker Hurricane Mk. I
"airfield_string"=Greece - Eleusis
"title_string"=Royal Air Force Vs Luftwaffe - "Pat" Pattle is lost to history
"summary_string"=To your fighters, pilots! A large German formation is now approaching Athens, & we must counter this Luftwaffe effort to make us abandon the citizens of Athens & retreat! The full stock of Hurricanes from 33 and 80 Squadrons will be with you, so do your best to turn back the German onslaught! (This intense furball over the city on this day is forever known in history as "The Battle of Athens")
"objective_string"=Up until 20 April, 1941, Marmaduke St. John "Pat" Pattle was one of the top fighter aces in the Royal Air Force, chalking up dozens of aerial kills in his nine months of intense combat in North Africa and Greece. He did this despite dealing with illnesses and fatigue, especially during the last week of his life. Without question he was the highest scoring biplane ace, and he proved a fantastic Hurricane pilot. However, he was lost to the ages during this combat sortie, when more than one hundred enemy aircraft pummeled the city of Athens. Attacking a formation of Ju-88s surrounded by Zerstörers, he was quickly overwhelmed, set on fire, and crashed into the sea.
"intelligence_string"=After taking off, maintain an easterly course, and climb to Angels 20 to intercept the enemy before they can attack Piraeus harbour. To this point, we have not seen escort fighters attached to bomber formations, but because of its size, you should be ready for them. Get your licks, bloody their nose, and then return to Eleusis in one piece. Good luck!
"player_aircraft_name_string"=Hawker Hurricane Mk. I
"airfield_string"=Greece - Eleusis
Reply...
Good evening,
News from the Balkans front continues to deteriorate...
"title_string"=Royal Air Force Vs Luftwaffe - Abandoning Eleusis airfield
"summary_string"=Scramble! The Germans are not letting up, and are swooping in to pound Eleusis! We can't stay at this airfield any longer, so after engaging the German aircraft & roughing them up a bit, head southwest to a remote airfield near Argos, Greece where we will continue the fight. (The transfer was actually uneventful, but the two previous strikes on Eleusis went unchallenged, because no fighters could get up. The mission is an attempt to combine these two events)
"objective_string"=On 22 April, 1941 the twelve remaining Hurricanes abandoned Eleusis airfield & retreated southwest to Argos. In part this was from sustained pressure by the Germans on 21 April, when Eleusis was hit twice by Ju-87s and Bf-109s, along with Menedi, which was attacked once on the 21st and again on the 22nd. Piraeus harbor was nearly destroyed on the 21st. The frontlines in Greece were collapsing rapidly, and there was nothing the Royal Air Force could do now to save Athens.
"intelligence_string"=Once you're airborne, engage the German aircraft with the other Hurricanes, focusing on the Stukas. If possible, avoid any dogfights with the Bf-109s. When you have a chance to extend & escape, head southwest over the Isthmus of Corinth toward the new airfield. Don't attempt this crossing if you're being trailed, we do not want the Germans finding out where we'll be hiding! Best of luck getting to Argos in one piece!
"player_aircraft_name_string"=Hawker Hurricane Mk. I
"airfield_string"=Greece - Eleusis
"title_string"=Royal Air Force Vs Luftwaffe - Reinforcements from Crete
"summary_string"=To your fighters, airmen! Five of our brethren are flying over Hurricanes from Crete to help bolster our depleted ranks. You're being sent out to greet them and chaperone them back to Argos, so we can be fully assured the safe delivery of this precious cargo. Good luck to you!
"objective_string"=By 23 April, the situation for the Allies in Greece was teetering on hopeless. The Army of the Epirus had surrendered, and the evacuations from Argos, Menedi, & the Athens region, active for more than one week, were harassed constantly. Piraeus was a flaming wreckage. In the morning, five Hurricane fighters arrived as reinforcements, and no sooner had they landed than Argos endured a devastating attack by Dornier Do-17s, dive-bombing Ju-88s, & escorting Bf-109s which strafed. Argos proved no safer than Eleusis!
"intelligence_string"=Once you're airborne, fly southeast toward Ydra, where the five Hurricane fighters will be coming in from Malemes. Greet them, and bring them back safely to Greece. Our survival depends on keeping our fighters intact, otherwise we will have nothing left to blunt the Axis advance!
"player_aircraft_name_string"=Hawker Hurricane Mk. I
"airfield_string"=Greece - Argos
"title_string"=Royal Air Force Vs Luftwaffe - Sounding the death knell
"summary_string"=To your fighters, pilots! As our ground forces are now in full retreat all over Greece, we have been ordered to perform an evening patrol over Pirarus and the Isthmus of Corinth to look for any German aircraft assaulting our troops. You must make sure that our ground forces have effective air cover so that we can maintain control long enough to safely evacuate our forces!
"objective_string"=At sunset on 23 April, some forty Zerstörers from I/ ZG 26 swooped down on Argos and strafed the field for more than one hour. The five Hurricanes which were airborne on two separate patrols were the only planes that were spared during this raid. Ten of these remaining twelve Hurricane fighters were badly damaged & unsalvageable, along with a slew of transport aircraft. The following morning, it was decided to depart Argos with the remaining seven Hurricanes and head to Malemes, on Crete.
"intelligence_string"=After getting airborne, proceed northeast toward Piraeus, where you'll overfly the harbour, looking for any sign of Luftwaffe aircraft while you work your way over the Isthmus of Corinth on your way back to base. If you do encounter enemy aircraft, attack them at will, and then land safely at Argos. Doing so will successfully complete the mission.
"player_aircraft_name_string"=Hawker Hurricane Mk. I
"airfield_string"=Greece - Argos
Good evening,
News from the Balkans front continues to deteriorate...
"title_string"=Royal Air Force Vs Luftwaffe - Abandoning Eleusis airfield
"summary_string"=Scramble! The Germans are not letting up, and are swooping in to pound Eleusis! We can't stay at this airfield any longer, so after engaging the German aircraft & roughing them up a bit, head southwest to a remote airfield near Argos, Greece where we will continue the fight. (The transfer was actually uneventful, but the two previous strikes on Eleusis went unchallenged, because no fighters could get up. The mission is an attempt to combine these two events)
"objective_string"=On 22 April, 1941 the twelve remaining Hurricanes abandoned Eleusis airfield & retreated southwest to Argos. In part this was from sustained pressure by the Germans on 21 April, when Eleusis was hit twice by Ju-87s and Bf-109s, along with Menedi, which was attacked once on the 21st and again on the 22nd. Piraeus harbor was nearly destroyed on the 21st. The frontlines in Greece were collapsing rapidly, and there was nothing the Royal Air Force could do now to save Athens.
"intelligence_string"=Once you're airborne, engage the German aircraft with the other Hurricanes, focusing on the Stukas. If possible, avoid any dogfights with the Bf-109s. When you have a chance to extend & escape, head southwest over the Isthmus of Corinth toward the new airfield. Don't attempt this crossing if you're being trailed, we do not want the Germans finding out where we'll be hiding! Best of luck getting to Argos in one piece!
"player_aircraft_name_string"=Hawker Hurricane Mk. I
"airfield_string"=Greece - Eleusis
"title_string"=Royal Air Force Vs Luftwaffe - Reinforcements from Crete
"summary_string"=To your fighters, airmen! Five of our brethren are flying over Hurricanes from Crete to help bolster our depleted ranks. You're being sent out to greet them and chaperone them back to Argos, so we can be fully assured the safe delivery of this precious cargo. Good luck to you!
"objective_string"=By 23 April, the situation for the Allies in Greece was teetering on hopeless. The Army of the Epirus had surrendered, and the evacuations from Argos, Menedi, & the Athens region, active for more than one week, were harassed constantly. Piraeus was a flaming wreckage. In the morning, five Hurricane fighters arrived as reinforcements, and no sooner had they landed than Argos endured a devastating attack by Dornier Do-17s, dive-bombing Ju-88s, & escorting Bf-109s which strafed. Argos proved no safer than Eleusis!
"intelligence_string"=Once you're airborne, fly southeast toward Ydra, where the five Hurricane fighters will be coming in from Malemes. Greet them, and bring them back safely to Greece. Our survival depends on keeping our fighters intact, otherwise we will have nothing left to blunt the Axis advance!
"player_aircraft_name_string"=Hawker Hurricane Mk. I
"airfield_string"=Greece - Argos
"title_string"=Royal Air Force Vs Luftwaffe - Sounding the death knell
"summary_string"=To your fighters, pilots! As our ground forces are now in full retreat all over Greece, we have been ordered to perform an evening patrol over Pirarus and the Isthmus of Corinth to look for any German aircraft assaulting our troops. You must make sure that our ground forces have effective air cover so that we can maintain control long enough to safely evacuate our forces!
"objective_string"=At sunset on 23 April, some forty Zerstörers from I/ ZG 26 swooped down on Argos and strafed the field for more than one hour. The five Hurricanes which were airborne on two separate patrols were the only planes that were spared during this raid. Ten of these remaining twelve Hurricane fighters were badly damaged & unsalvageable, along with a slew of transport aircraft. The following morning, it was decided to depart Argos with the remaining seven Hurricanes and head to Malemes, on Crete.
"intelligence_string"=After getting airborne, proceed northeast toward Piraeus, where you'll overfly the harbour, looking for any sign of Luftwaffe aircraft while you work your way over the Isthmus of Corinth on your way back to base. If you do encounter enemy aircraft, attack them at will, and then land safely at Argos. Doing so will successfully complete the mission.
"player_aircraft_name_string"=Hawker Hurricane Mk. I
"airfield_string"=Greece - Argos
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Good afternoon,
The Royal Air Force had to abandon Greece, fleeing to Malemes airfield on Crete to continue the fight.
"title_string"=Royal Air Force Vs Luftwaffe - Leaving the Greeks behind
"summary_string"=Listen up, chaps! After yesterday's heavy raids, it is clear to us that Argos is no longer safe for our fighters. To guard our remaining Hurricanes from destruction, we are abandoning Argos and heading to Malemes airfield on Crete. Despite our efforts, it is clear that Athens will fall to the Germans. We will shore up our defenses and continue the fight on Crete!
"objective_string"=Once the sun rose on 24 April 1941, the last seven Hurricanes remaining departed Argos & headed to Malemes aerodrome on the island of Crete to make a last stand. This decision left the Greek mainland without any fighter aircraft for its defense. Over these next few days, Luftwaffe planes continued to pound ships and the evacuating forces. Worst of all, Athens fell to the German forces on 27 April, 1941 after the defensive line at Thermopylae Pass finally collapsed.
"intelligence_string"=After getting airborne, you'll parallel the eastern coast of the Peleponnese to the island of Kythira, whereupon you will then turn southeast for Crete. The Germans will not likely get airborne to attack Argos once again until some time after dawn. This should give us a window to sneak out of Argos and be far out into the Mediterranean by the time any other raiders sweep over the abandoned airfield. Your new home at Malemes is near the western tip of Crete.
"player_aircraft_name_string"=Hawker Hurricane Mk. I
"airfield_string"=Greece - Argos
Good afternoon,
The Royal Air Force had to abandon Greece, fleeing to Malemes airfield on Crete to continue the fight.
"title_string"=Royal Air Force Vs Luftwaffe - Leaving the Greeks behind
"summary_string"=Listen up, chaps! After yesterday's heavy raids, it is clear to us that Argos is no longer safe for our fighters. To guard our remaining Hurricanes from destruction, we are abandoning Argos and heading to Malemes airfield on Crete. Despite our efforts, it is clear that Athens will fall to the Germans. We will shore up our defenses and continue the fight on Crete!
"objective_string"=Once the sun rose on 24 April 1941, the last seven Hurricanes remaining departed Argos & headed to Malemes aerodrome on the island of Crete to make a last stand. This decision left the Greek mainland without any fighter aircraft for its defense. Over these next few days, Luftwaffe planes continued to pound ships and the evacuating forces. Worst of all, Athens fell to the German forces on 27 April, 1941 after the defensive line at Thermopylae Pass finally collapsed.
"intelligence_string"=After getting airborne, you'll parallel the eastern coast of the Peleponnese to the island of Kythira, whereupon you will then turn southeast for Crete. The Germans will not likely get airborne to attack Argos once again until some time after dawn. This should give us a window to sneak out of Argos and be far out into the Mediterranean by the time any other raiders sweep over the abandoned airfield. Your new home at Malemes is near the western tip of Crete.
"player_aircraft_name_string"=Hawker Hurricane Mk. I
"airfield_string"=Greece - Argos
Shadow Wolf 07
SOH-CM-2025
Looks good. Don't forget to evacuate the ground crews. 
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I have a couple more along this front...
"title_string"=Operation Emergenza - Supporting the offensive
"summary_string"=Buongiorno, i piloti! As our ground forces continue their march into Albania, we will assist this effort by escorting our bombers to raid Greek airfields, putting them out of business and ensuring that our troops can keep pushing forward without any fear of being attacked from the air!
"objective_string"=After beginning the ground offensive into Albania on 28 October, 1940, the Regia Aeronautica chose to support the offensive by attacking the airfields of Yanina & Larisa in order to suppress any Greek fighter opposition. On 1 and 2 November, the field at Larissa was targeted. As the Alciones returned from their assault, they were intercepted by three PZL fighters of 21 Mira. Their flight leader, John Sakellariou, was shot down by the escort fighters, but not before destroying two of the bombers.
"intelligence_string"=Once airborne, you will head southeast toward the frontline, where you'll meet up the Alciones. Once you form up, proceed toward Larissa. The airfield is located within the Thessaly Plain, but the route over the mountains may be a little rough. Once the bombers release, bring them back home. Make sure that you scan the sky for any enemy fighters from Larissa & northwestern Greece. Good luck to you!
"player_aircraft_name_string"=Fiat Cr-42 Falco (368 sq)
"airfield_string"=Albania - Koritza
"title_string"=Operation Emergenza - Returning to Thessaloniki
"summary_string"=Buon pomeriggio, aviatori! This afternoon, we have been asked to escort a mixed formation of Italian bombers to Thesaloniki, where they will attack the docks & port facilities. Make sure over the harbor that you watch for enemy fighters attacking these Sparvieros, they are the most reliable bombers we have!
"objective_string"=In addition to attacking Greek airfields, the Regia Aeronautica sent two further raids to Thesaloniki, one on 2 November, & the other the following day. The first assault saw escort by Fiat Cr-42s, while the latter raid was escorted by Fiat G-50s. During these raids, a total of three Italian bombers were lost, one by a determined Greek pilot who used his propeller blade when his ammo ran out. Because of the losses suffered by the Italians, the skies over Thesaloniki would remain quiet until 1941.
"intelligence_string"=After departing Tirana, proceed southeast toward Koritza where you will meet up with both the other escort fighters & the bombers. There will be both Alciones and Sm-79s in the formation, you will be responsible for guarding the Sm-79 bombers while over Thesaloniki. Make sure that you draw off any Greek fighters from attacking the bombers & keep them busy, we can't lose the ability to sustain our aerial offensive!
"player_aircraft_name_string"=Fiat G-50 Freecia
"airfield_string"=Albania - Tirana
"title_string"=Dodecanese campaign - Rude welcome for Greece
"summary_string"=Attenzione, signori miei! The initial British convoy has made its way to Souda Bay, and we are being sent out to attack the ships while they undock. We don't think there are any Greek fighters on Crete, but keep your eyes open for them, just in case. In boca al Lupo!
"objective_string"=On 28 October 1940, Italian ground forces began the Balkan War by marching into Greece. This war included Italian air units on the island of Rhodes. The British began sending supplies Crete once war with Greece broke out, and the Italians countered by sending out raids on Souda Bay to attack these convoys as they came into port, or well out in the Med on the way up from Alexandria. The attack on 1 November by fourteen Sm-79s, escorted by six Fiat Cr-42 Falcos is an example of such an attack.
"intelligence_string"=After taking off, you'll meet up with the bombers & bring them to Souda Bay. We do not believe that the Greeks have any of their fighters stationed on Crete yet, but the Brits can still throw up a heavy anti-aircraft barrage if there are any cruisers or destroyers in port as the merchants are unloading their cargo. Coming in at 4,000 meters should keep you above the flak. Make sure that you watch your fuel, as this puts you close to your Falco's combat range.
"player_aircraft_name_string"=Fiat Cr-42 Falco (368 sq)
"airfield_string"=Rhodes - Calato
I have a couple more along this front...
"title_string"=Operation Emergenza - Supporting the offensive
"summary_string"=Buongiorno, i piloti! As our ground forces continue their march into Albania, we will assist this effort by escorting our bombers to raid Greek airfields, putting them out of business and ensuring that our troops can keep pushing forward without any fear of being attacked from the air!
"objective_string"=After beginning the ground offensive into Albania on 28 October, 1940, the Regia Aeronautica chose to support the offensive by attacking the airfields of Yanina & Larisa in order to suppress any Greek fighter opposition. On 1 and 2 November, the field at Larissa was targeted. As the Alciones returned from their assault, they were intercepted by three PZL fighters of 21 Mira. Their flight leader, John Sakellariou, was shot down by the escort fighters, but not before destroying two of the bombers.
"intelligence_string"=Once airborne, you will head southeast toward the frontline, where you'll meet up the Alciones. Once you form up, proceed toward Larissa. The airfield is located within the Thessaly Plain, but the route over the mountains may be a little rough. Once the bombers release, bring them back home. Make sure that you scan the sky for any enemy fighters from Larissa & northwestern Greece. Good luck to you!
"player_aircraft_name_string"=Fiat Cr-42 Falco (368 sq)
"airfield_string"=Albania - Koritza
"title_string"=Operation Emergenza - Returning to Thessaloniki
"summary_string"=Buon pomeriggio, aviatori! This afternoon, we have been asked to escort a mixed formation of Italian bombers to Thesaloniki, where they will attack the docks & port facilities. Make sure over the harbor that you watch for enemy fighters attacking these Sparvieros, they are the most reliable bombers we have!
"objective_string"=In addition to attacking Greek airfields, the Regia Aeronautica sent two further raids to Thesaloniki, one on 2 November, & the other the following day. The first assault saw escort by Fiat Cr-42s, while the latter raid was escorted by Fiat G-50s. During these raids, a total of three Italian bombers were lost, one by a determined Greek pilot who used his propeller blade when his ammo ran out. Because of the losses suffered by the Italians, the skies over Thesaloniki would remain quiet until 1941.
"intelligence_string"=After departing Tirana, proceed southeast toward Koritza where you will meet up with both the other escort fighters & the bombers. There will be both Alciones and Sm-79s in the formation, you will be responsible for guarding the Sm-79 bombers while over Thesaloniki. Make sure that you draw off any Greek fighters from attacking the bombers & keep them busy, we can't lose the ability to sustain our aerial offensive!
"player_aircraft_name_string"=Fiat G-50 Freecia
"airfield_string"=Albania - Tirana
"title_string"=Dodecanese campaign - Rude welcome for Greece
"summary_string"=Attenzione, signori miei! The initial British convoy has made its way to Souda Bay, and we are being sent out to attack the ships while they undock. We don't think there are any Greek fighters on Crete, but keep your eyes open for them, just in case. In boca al Lupo!
"objective_string"=On 28 October 1940, Italian ground forces began the Balkan War by marching into Greece. This war included Italian air units on the island of Rhodes. The British began sending supplies Crete once war with Greece broke out, and the Italians countered by sending out raids on Souda Bay to attack these convoys as they came into port, or well out in the Med on the way up from Alexandria. The attack on 1 November by fourteen Sm-79s, escorted by six Fiat Cr-42 Falcos is an example of such an attack.
"intelligence_string"=After taking off, you'll meet up with the bombers & bring them to Souda Bay. We do not believe that the Greeks have any of their fighters stationed on Crete yet, but the Brits can still throw up a heavy anti-aircraft barrage if there are any cruisers or destroyers in port as the merchants are unloading their cargo. Coming in at 4,000 meters should keep you above the flak. Make sure that you watch your fuel, as this puts you close to your Falco's combat range.
"player_aircraft_name_string"=Fiat Cr-42 Falco (368 sq)
"airfield_string"=Rhodes - Calato
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Hey guys,
Here are two more, these were tougher considering that the historical data is limited at best.
"title_string"=Dodecanese campaign - Arrival of the Luftwaffe
"summary_string"=Guten Tag, meine Herren! After a Christmas in the Med, we are going to accompany our Italian mates on a raid over Crete. The target is the enemy field at Heraklion. It is important that we keep a strong aerial presence over Crete, because if the British can build up their forces here, they could disrupt Italian efforts in the desert or our future attacks in Russia. Viel Erfolg!
"objective_string"=The next significant attack from Rhodes occurred on 29 December. Details of the raid are somewhat sparse, other than knowing that "about two dozen aircraft struck Heraklion airfield without causing any damage of note." Because the Luftwaffe sent seventeen He-111s of II/ KG 26 and other support planes to Rhodes on 20 December, it is likely that this raid consisted of both He-111s & Sm-79s. It's completely fictional that any British fighters were able to intercept these raiders, however, because no fighters were stationed there yet.
"intelligence_string"=After getting airborne, you'll rendezvous with the Italian bombers and head toward Crete. Heraklion airfield resides on the eastern half of the island, and it is the only suitable aerodrome on Crete for fighter defense, though another airfield is nearly complete just west of Souda Bay. We do not know if the Greeks have fighters stationed here, but if so, they're likely Gladiators or PZLs, fighters not much faster than your own bombers. Release your bombs on the airfield, get hits, and return home!
"player_aircraft_name_string"=Heinkel He-111h-6
"airfield_string"=Rhodes - Calato
"title_string"=Dodecanese campaign - Reconnoitring the Suez
"summary_string"=Zuhören, Besatzungen! Our attack on Heraklion, as well as our own reconnaissance, has revealed that British forces are building up men and matériel on Crete. Many of these supplies are cargo shipments from Alexandria & the Suez Canal. Tonight, you'll reconnoitre the Suez Canal. Focus on the southern anchorages where the Tommies like to consolidate supplies from the Middle East and India. Once you complete this task, cooks will have a hot breakfast waiting for you!
"objective_string"=The night of 30/31 December saw Heinkel He-111s of II/ KG 26 perform a mine-laying mission along the Suez Canal. It is not known how many aircraft were flown during this mission, but what is known is that the He-111s encountered light anti-aircraft fire over the Suez Canal, & all those who flew the mission returned safely.
"intelligence_string"=Weather conditions for tonight appear to be ideal, with no winds, few clouds, & full moonlight. After getting airborne head southeast toward Port Said, then swing east of the Canal to set up flying over Suez. Keeping above three thousand meters should keep you clear of anti-aircraft fire from ships at anchor. This mission will put you near the He-111's range limit, so you may not have any extra fuel to make a second pass. Remain alert, report what you see, and get home!
"player_aircraft_name_string"=Heinkel He-111h-6
"airfield_string"=Rhodes - Calato
Hey guys,
Here are two more, these were tougher considering that the historical data is limited at best.
"title_string"=Dodecanese campaign - Arrival of the Luftwaffe
"summary_string"=Guten Tag, meine Herren! After a Christmas in the Med, we are going to accompany our Italian mates on a raid over Crete. The target is the enemy field at Heraklion. It is important that we keep a strong aerial presence over Crete, because if the British can build up their forces here, they could disrupt Italian efforts in the desert or our future attacks in Russia. Viel Erfolg!
"objective_string"=The next significant attack from Rhodes occurred on 29 December. Details of the raid are somewhat sparse, other than knowing that "about two dozen aircraft struck Heraklion airfield without causing any damage of note." Because the Luftwaffe sent seventeen He-111s of II/ KG 26 and other support planes to Rhodes on 20 December, it is likely that this raid consisted of both He-111s & Sm-79s. It's completely fictional that any British fighters were able to intercept these raiders, however, because no fighters were stationed there yet.
"intelligence_string"=After getting airborne, you'll rendezvous with the Italian bombers and head toward Crete. Heraklion airfield resides on the eastern half of the island, and it is the only suitable aerodrome on Crete for fighter defense, though another airfield is nearly complete just west of Souda Bay. We do not know if the Greeks have fighters stationed here, but if so, they're likely Gladiators or PZLs, fighters not much faster than your own bombers. Release your bombs on the airfield, get hits, and return home!
"player_aircraft_name_string"=Heinkel He-111h-6
"airfield_string"=Rhodes - Calato
"title_string"=Dodecanese campaign - Reconnoitring the Suez
"summary_string"=Zuhören, Besatzungen! Our attack on Heraklion, as well as our own reconnaissance, has revealed that British forces are building up men and matériel on Crete. Many of these supplies are cargo shipments from Alexandria & the Suez Canal. Tonight, you'll reconnoitre the Suez Canal. Focus on the southern anchorages where the Tommies like to consolidate supplies from the Middle East and India. Once you complete this task, cooks will have a hot breakfast waiting for you!
"objective_string"=The night of 30/31 December saw Heinkel He-111s of II/ KG 26 perform a mine-laying mission along the Suez Canal. It is not known how many aircraft were flown during this mission, but what is known is that the He-111s encountered light anti-aircraft fire over the Suez Canal, & all those who flew the mission returned safely.
"intelligence_string"=Weather conditions for tonight appear to be ideal, with no winds, few clouds, & full moonlight. After getting airborne head southeast toward Port Said, then swing east of the Canal to set up flying over Suez. Keeping above three thousand meters should keep you clear of anti-aircraft fire from ships at anchor. This mission will put you near the He-111's range limit, so you may not have any extra fuel to make a second pass. Remain alert, report what you see, and get home!
"player_aircraft_name_string"=Heinkel He-111h-6
"airfield_string"=Rhodes - Calato
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Good evening,
Here are two more missions completed this evening, the pace of the missions will now escalate into March and April of 1941 as Crete gains strategic importance for the British, the Greeks, and the Axis.
"title_string"=Dodecanese campaign - A hiding spot no longer
"summary_string"=Piloti della Regia Aeronautica! Our reconnaissance planes indicated that the Brits are nearly finished building a new airfield just west of Souda Bay, at Malemes. Our Sm-79s are being sent out to assault the airfield & keep it from becoming operational.
"objective_string"=On 13 February, 1941, the Italians performed two separate assaults on Crete. Six Cr-42 Falcos were sent out to strafe the primary aerodrome on Crete at Heraklion, while eight Sparvieros pummeled the newly-completed airfield at Malemes. The bombers flew over the airfield at 8,000ft, but only caused minimal damage. This mission is an amalgam of the two events. The major consequence of this raid is that after being attacked again, the Brits decided Crete needed fighter defense. So on 15 February, three Fairey Fulmars were flown over to Malemes to offer some protection. However, they would not have been available for this mission.
"intelligence_string"=After getting airborne, you'll rendezvous with the Sm-79s before departing Rhodes and fly a direct course toward Malemes aerodrome. This will force you to overfly Souda Bay, but your Falco's range is not sufficient for a more circuitous route. Make sure to scan the skies for enemy fighters, and get the bombers back in one piece!
"player_aircraft_name_string"=Fiat Cr-42 Falco (368 sq)
"airfield_string"=Rhodes - Calato
"title_string"=Dodecanese campaign - Stop Operation Mandible!
"summary_string"=Guten Tag, meine Herren! The British are trying to establish a beachhead on the isle of Castelorizzo, and are running cargo vessels between Scarpanto & Alexandria to beef up personnel & matériel for the island. The British are sending out a carrier to cover the two merchants, and we are going to sink these vessels before the cavalry arrives!
"objective_string"=Operation Mandible was an attempt by the British to land troops on the Dodecanese islands in order to prevent Axis air forces from using Rhodes as a base of operations. The landing operation started on 25 February, but before then, the British were sending fast merchants across the Med to build up their forces for the landing.
"intelligence_string"=After getting airborne & linking up with the other Heinkel flight, you will hold a southerly course to catch the enemy merchants halfway between Crete and Alexandria. The carrier HMS Eagle & her two destroyers are rushing to cover them, so air cover for these vessels is a possibility. Your targets are the two merchants. Get your hits, & then return to Rhodes before HMS Eagle can scramble additional fighters!
"player_aircraft_name_string"=Heinkel He-111h-6
"airfield_string"=Rhodes - Calato
Good evening,
Here are two more missions completed this evening, the pace of the missions will now escalate into March and April of 1941 as Crete gains strategic importance for the British, the Greeks, and the Axis.
"title_string"=Dodecanese campaign - A hiding spot no longer
"summary_string"=Piloti della Regia Aeronautica! Our reconnaissance planes indicated that the Brits are nearly finished building a new airfield just west of Souda Bay, at Malemes. Our Sm-79s are being sent out to assault the airfield & keep it from becoming operational.
"objective_string"=On 13 February, 1941, the Italians performed two separate assaults on Crete. Six Cr-42 Falcos were sent out to strafe the primary aerodrome on Crete at Heraklion, while eight Sparvieros pummeled the newly-completed airfield at Malemes. The bombers flew over the airfield at 8,000ft, but only caused minimal damage. This mission is an amalgam of the two events. The major consequence of this raid is that after being attacked again, the Brits decided Crete needed fighter defense. So on 15 February, three Fairey Fulmars were flown over to Malemes to offer some protection. However, they would not have been available for this mission.
"intelligence_string"=After getting airborne, you'll rendezvous with the Sm-79s before departing Rhodes and fly a direct course toward Malemes aerodrome. This will force you to overfly Souda Bay, but your Falco's range is not sufficient for a more circuitous route. Make sure to scan the skies for enemy fighters, and get the bombers back in one piece!
"player_aircraft_name_string"=Fiat Cr-42 Falco (368 sq)
"airfield_string"=Rhodes - Calato
"title_string"=Dodecanese campaign - Stop Operation Mandible!
"summary_string"=Guten Tag, meine Herren! The British are trying to establish a beachhead on the isle of Castelorizzo, and are running cargo vessels between Scarpanto & Alexandria to beef up personnel & matériel for the island. The British are sending out a carrier to cover the two merchants, and we are going to sink these vessels before the cavalry arrives!
"objective_string"=Operation Mandible was an attempt by the British to land troops on the Dodecanese islands in order to prevent Axis air forces from using Rhodes as a base of operations. The landing operation started on 25 February, but before then, the British were sending fast merchants across the Med to build up their forces for the landing.
"intelligence_string"=After getting airborne & linking up with the other Heinkel flight, you will hold a southerly course to catch the enemy merchants halfway between Crete and Alexandria. The carrier HMS Eagle & her two destroyers are rushing to cover them, so air cover for these vessels is a possibility. Your targets are the two merchants. Get your hits, & then return to Rhodes before HMS Eagle can scramble additional fighters!
"player_aircraft_name_string"=Heinkel He-111h-6
"airfield_string"=Rhodes - Calato
Solved the Schnellbomber mystery...
Hey guys,
The fuel riddle of the Ju-88 finally has a workaround. In addition to the increased fuel capacity for Pedestal / Mozzagosto I worked on, I stumbled onto the fact last night that the Ju-88's range limitation can be conquered by slowing the aircraft down between waypoints. (This should have occurred to me earlier, but for some reason it didn't) In the MISC_DATA section, the aircraft's cruising speed is set for 201 knots. (231 miles per hour, 372 km/h) This is only about 50 mph off the top speed. At that rate, CFS2 chews through the fuel in warp at an unsustainable rate.
Slowing it down to 140 knots (161 mph, 259 km/h) gives it a range (with the two bomb bay fuel tanks) of nearly 1,500 miles. This is important, because some members have emphasized the importance of realism in the Balkan campaign. As for the Ju-88s over Crete, they operated out of eastern Sicily, so the handful of missions you will fly in the Dodecanese campaign with the Ju-88s are very long-range. This is especially true for the mission against shipping in the Kasos strait, some 700 miles from Gerbini. Just going to the target area takes four hours and fifteen minutes!
Hey guys,
The fuel riddle of the Ju-88 finally has a workaround. In addition to the increased fuel capacity for Pedestal / Mozzagosto I worked on, I stumbled onto the fact last night that the Ju-88's range limitation can be conquered by slowing the aircraft down between waypoints. (This should have occurred to me earlier, but for some reason it didn't) In the MISC_DATA section, the aircraft's cruising speed is set for 201 knots. (231 miles per hour, 372 km/h) This is only about 50 mph off the top speed. At that rate, CFS2 chews through the fuel in warp at an unsustainable rate.
Slowing it down to 140 knots (161 mph, 259 km/h) gives it a range (with the two bomb bay fuel tanks) of nearly 1,500 miles. This is important, because some members have emphasized the importance of realism in the Balkan campaign. As for the Ju-88s over Crete, they operated out of eastern Sicily, so the handful of missions you will fly in the Dodecanese campaign with the Ju-88s are very long-range. This is especially true for the mission against shipping in the Kasos strait, some 700 miles from Gerbini. Just going to the target area takes four hours and fifteen minutes!
Looking for a ship type...
Hey guys,
I have searched SOH and come up empty. Does anyone know if Collin or anyone else ever made a Queen-Elizabeth class Battleship? I am looking for a suitable model to represent the HMS Valiant, HMS Warspite, and HMS Barham.
Thanks in advance,
Hey guys,
I have searched SOH and come up empty. Does anyone know if Collin or anyone else ever made a Queen-Elizabeth class Battleship? I am looking for a suitable model to represent the HMS Valiant, HMS Warspite, and HMS Barham.
Thanks in advance,
achim27619
Charter Member
Rami,
I am pretty sure that we don't have one of those. The closet thing is HMS Repulse (part of the VN-Force Z) but she is just a battle criuser.
Cheers
Achim
I am pretty sure that we don't have one of those. The closet thing is HMS Repulse (part of the VN-Force Z) but she is just a battle criuser.
Cheers
Achim
Reply...
Achim,
Thanks for the lead. I was thinking about using Repulse or Hood as a stand-in. I also sent a PM to Stuart277 to see if he might be interested in building one.
Achim,
Thanks for the lead. I was thinking about using Repulse or Hood as a stand-in. I also sent a PM to Stuart277 to see if he might be interested in building one.