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Offline Saxman

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« on: October 07, 2006, 11:12:26 PM »
Getting ready to make another go at my squadron, so thought I'd announce recruiting is open for:

VMF-251 The Buccaneers

This will be a Rook squadron based primarily in the Late War arenas. The intent is not to recreate a truly historical unit, but IS to recreate a typical USMC squadron in the Pacific. The primary aircraft for official squadron operations will be the F4U-1D, however if we receive the 1A when the updated Hogs are released we will transition to that model (of course, squadron members can up whatever they choose during "free flight").

My goal is between 8-12 pilots interested in teamwork and cooperation, using real tactics  for wingmen, flights, and full squadron-strength coordination. Sortie types will not be restricted to any one aspect of the game. We will particpate in both the furball AND the "War," wherever needed, including jabbo strikes although our primary mission profile will be as air superiority.

Anyone who's a fan of the F4U and interested in trying something a bit different from the usual disorganized horde is welcome, however I AM interested in veterans with experience in a squad and with the type of team-work I'm wanting to establish, who can help teach everyone (including me).

If you'd like to know more, reply here or drop me a PM either one the board or when I'm in the MA.

The Buccaneers want YOU!

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Offline Saxman

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« Reply #1 on: October 19, 2006, 11:49:27 AM »
C'mon, there must be SOMEONE out there interested.
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Offline Major Biggles

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« Reply #2 on: October 19, 2006, 12:25:32 PM »
i'm liking the noseart sax! ;)

you won't be getting hordes of people rushing to join you btw, it takes time to find recruits :)
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Offline Saxman

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« Reply #3 on: October 19, 2006, 01:25:43 PM »
I'm rather partial to the pun, m'self. :D

I'm not looking for a horde, but I'd at LEAST like one or two to start.
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Offline Major Biggles

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« Reply #4 on: October 19, 2006, 02:12:00 PM »
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I'm rather partial to the pun, m'self. :D

I'm not looking for a horde, but I'd at LEAST like one or two to start.


well, if it doesn't work out, 71 squadron flies what it likes, and we have a lot of fun together, should you ever decide to move on :)

wish you the best of luck with it though! i know from first hand experience how hard it can be :)
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Offline Shifty

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« Reply #5 on: October 19, 2006, 02:49:51 PM »
Good Luck Sax!
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« Reply #6 on: November 05, 2006, 03:05:39 PM »
The 113th Lucky Stikes is a P38 Squadron employing WWII P38 tactics, flight leads and wingman, two, three, four and five plane elements. All fighting as a unit.  Have a great time putting ords on targets.  It took time and our pilot populations sharnk to as little as four but has grown to 12 now.  We are still attracting new pilots that want to be part of a team, hit its targets and RTB.  

Stay with it, I know that their are others that think like you do.
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Offline Saxman

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« Reply #7 on: November 05, 2006, 11:34:58 PM »
Problem is I'll get one or two guys asking questions, but never follow up.
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Offline Reynolds

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« Reply #8 on: November 06, 2006, 12:49:07 AM »
Get a website, such as a CSM site here

and then get a freewebs site here just to have an application form with an unlimited number of questions. So you know, the top two recruiting places (one of my questions is where they heard about us) are signatures here in the forums and the squads listings, but the squads listings have only become popular for my recruits in the last 3 weeks.
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Offline B@tfinkV

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« Reply #9 on: November 06, 2006, 01:13:32 AM »
only way i have ever had much luck recruiting has been in the TA and other arenas.  i find asking people direct if they would join or not, and then sending invite right there and then is the best method.


this looks like it will be alot of fun, i do so very much hope you can get something started!


COME ON hog pilots, join up.
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« Reply #10 on: November 06, 2006, 02:42:16 PM »
Hog is probably the most versital (sp?) plane in the set overall so over time you should do pretty well. What I'd do is ask on country channel if guys want to wing with you for hops. As you find guys who do you can feel them out....

With a couple of "hog squads" already out there I'd say alot of the experienced hog drivers are already in a squad if so inclined. Others like me are more concerned about the right mix of guys vs plane. For example I'm primarily a hog driver but fly with a "warm beer" squad that favors pink skinned aircraft (they are however a great bunch) which makes up for both the beer and the plane")......but hey they even let me fly hogs:aok
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Offline Major Biggles

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« Reply #11 on: November 06, 2006, 03:03:49 PM »
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"warm beer"



you americans with your freezing cold watered down beer :rolleyes:

real, strong english ale for me, straight from the 'warm' draught :D
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« Reply #12 on: November 06, 2006, 06:14:40 PM »
i'm in sax just let me know when to meet u in the lw
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Offline Platano

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« Reply #13 on: November 09, 2006, 11:36:44 AM »
How VMF squads are out there?

And wat does VMF mean anyways?
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« Reply #14 on: November 09, 2006, 03:28:06 PM »
Naval terminology

V - Fixed wing
M - Marine Corps
F - Fighter

Not sure where V came from, but probably so it's not confused with the F for fighter.
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