Squadron Forums => Squadrons => Topic started by: Jcritter on June 13, 2012, 08:12:01 AM
Title: 17thBG (M) Toujours Au Danger-Ever into Danger”
Post by: Jcritter on June 13, 2012, 08:12:01 AM
Join the 17thBG (M) !!
We are sculpted after the real 17thBG (M) of the USAAF In honor of our past veterans. In World War II, the 17thBG (M) was one of a very few groups that could say they fought in the Pacific, North African and European Theatre's. The 17th was the first group designated as “Medium” bomb group and can trace its roots back to the beginning of military aviation for the USA. The group attained the name “Daddy of them All”, yet most famous for “Doolittle’s Raiders”.
Who we are: We have moved over from another game where the 17thBG was one of the longest running, most successful bombing groups in that game. We pioneered strategic bombing in that game. We are mature players who enjoy portraying missions as a group, using tactics that where employed by the real USAAF. We play to have fun and enjoy watching the explosions from our ordnance dropped. We've adapted the motto “17thBG (M) Toujours Au Danger-Ever into Danger”. Of course as we launch ever into danger we always fly with Fighter Escort provided by the 78th Fighter Group. The 78th FG is made up of great players who are the best little friends a Bomber Group could have.
What types of missions: We plan and organize our missions for Medium Level Strategic Bombing and Tactical Bombing. We fly the aircraft the real 17thBG (M) group used: B-25C, B-25H, and the B-26B. (Occasionally, we plan missions with heavy bombers)
Who are we looking for: Officers, Pilots and crew members that are mature, who enjoy flying planned missions in formation. Those who enjoy fling both medium and heavy bombers.
Where can you find us: Late War Arenas on the Bishop side. We use a Team Speak, as well as in game voice Channel 178 for communication.
When can you find us: Every night of the week between 6 and 10 pm EST. Our official missions are held every Thursday and Sunday nights starting at 8pm. Missions are done on other nights, but only when there are enough Pilots on to do so.
If your interested contact Jcritter in game or on these forums. Feel free to visit our website.
17th BG (M) Toujours Au Danger-Ever into Danger (http://www.78th.org/news/)
Title: Re: 17thBG (M) Toujours Au Danger-Ever into Danger”
Post by: Hawk78th on June 13, 2012, 08:27:20 AM
:salute Critter and Good luck with the 17thBG(M), I know you'll do well !!
These folks flyin' close formations are well organized, Fly for the FUN and are always looking for Mature players who don't mind the frakus' that Bombers bring to enemy targets.
You can't go wrong if you join them !
:aok
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Title: Re: 17thBG (M) Toujours Au Danger-Ever into Danger”
Post by: Noir on June 13, 2012, 01:29:39 PM
Welcome :salute
don't you mean "Toujours en danger"? :P
Title: Re: 17thBG (M) Toujours Au Danger-Ever into Danger”
Post by: Jcritter on June 13, 2012, 10:02:58 PM
Nope the spelling is taken directly from the real group patch and official web site. Here is a great link for reading up on what the real 17th BG (M) was and what it has become. http://www.bombgroup17.com/17th_bg_wwii (http://www.bombgroup17.com/17th_bg_wwii) This ia a great read for any history buff. Thanks for the reply and hope to see you soon in the air.
Title: Re: 17thBG (M) Toujours Au Danger-Ever into Danger”
Post by: Butcher on June 13, 2012, 10:10:24 PM
Ever need an escort drop me a line in game - if I can switch countries I will escort ya S!
Title: Re: 17thBG (M) Toujours Au Danger-Ever into Danger”
Post by: Soulyss on June 14, 2012, 12:11:48 AM
Good luck with the squad, I tend to jump around a bit but if you're looking for escort fighters let me know. Flying escort is great fun but I rarely get to do it these days.
Title: Re: 17thBG (M) Toujours Au Danger-Ever into Danger”
Post by: Jcritter on June 19, 2012, 03:23:59 PM
Great to hear from everyone. I look forward to seeing you all in the skies no matter what side your flying...
Title: Re: 17thBG (M) Toujours Au Danger-Ever into Danger”
Post by: pappy367 on June 19, 2012, 04:40:54 PM
I am fairly new to ah but been flying flight sims for over a decade. I would love more information on your group. Do you have a website and such. Looking forward to hear from you sirs.
Salute
Pappy
Title: June 19 Visual AAR
Post by: Trukk on June 20, 2012, 06:57:52 PM
Climbing Out (http://www.78th.org/ah/0609a.png)
Little Friends Overhead (http://www.78th.org/ah/0609b.png)
Bandit! (http://www.78th.org/ah/0609c.png)
Bugging Out (http://www.78th.org/ah/0609d.png)
Bombs Away! (http://www.78th.org/ah/0609e.png)
On The Ramp (http://www.78th.org/ah/0609f.png)
Park'em & Off To The O'Club (http://www.78th.org/ah/0609g.png)
Title: Re: 17thBG (M) Toujours Au Danger-Ever into Danger”
Post by: mbailey on June 20, 2012, 07:13:26 PM
Good luck with the squad, I tend to jump around a bit but if you're looking for escort fighters let me know. Flying escort is great fun but I rarely get to do it these days.
+1 Would love to escort u gents
JCritter....Best of luck with the squad sir :salute :aok
Title: Re: 17thBG (M) Toujours Au Danger-Ever into Danger”
Post by: Jcritter on June 20, 2012, 07:20:08 PM
Welcome to anytime we fly normally at 7 pm central time 8 pm est. Just drop me line in game and well get hooked up
Title: Re: 17thBG (M) Toujours Au Danger-Ever into Danger”
Post by: Noir on June 21, 2012, 02:34:20 PM
nice! :aok
Title: Re: 17thBG (M) Toujours Au Danger-Ever into Danger”
Post by: Hap on June 21, 2012, 04:26:20 PM
:aok :aok
Title: Re: 17thBG (M) Toujours Au Danger-Ever into Danger”
Post by: Jcritter on June 25, 2012, 10:59:29 AM
Thanks everyone Trukk did a great job on the captures from the AH Films... Missions are back on track as I return from a weekend family vacation camping. See you all at 8pm est tonight in the late war arena.
Title: Re: 17thBG (M) Toujours Au Danger-Ever into Danger”
Post by: thndregg on June 25, 2012, 02:28:49 PM
Sounds very interesting!
Good luck to the 17th from the 91st! <S> :cool:
Title: Re: 17thBG (M) Toujours Au Danger-Ever into Danger”
Post by: Jcritter on July 02, 2012, 11:28:01 AM
We would be honored to team up and fly a mission or two with the Famed 91st as well... Though we tend to like the 2 engine birds rather then those big 4 engine beauties you all fly... :airplane:
Title: Re: 17thBG (M) Toujours Au Danger-Ever into Danger”
Post by: thndregg on July 03, 2012, 07:49:52 PM
I love the B26 as well. My main ride for sinking ships. :cool: Very tough ol' bird.
Title: Re: 17thBG (M) Toujours Au Danger-Ever into Danger”
Post by: Void on July 04, 2012, 05:43:19 PM
MMM B-26 and B-25s. I Might have to check this out! :rock
Title: Re: 17thBG (M) Toujours Au Danger-Ever into Danger”
Post by: AKKuya on July 05, 2012, 03:49:15 AM
Good to see another bomber squad in Aces High. :salute
If you prefer the B-26, I can include them into the 8th AF Mission I hold on Thursday evenings.
Title: Re: 17thBG (M) Toujours Au Danger-Ever into Danger”
Post by: Jcritter on July 06, 2012, 11:48:38 AM
Thank you for setting up and running the 8th AF mission last night. It was a great time for all. We will be there for the next one too.
Title: Re: 17thBG (M) Toujours Au Danger-Ever into Danger”
Post by: AKKuya on July 06, 2012, 01:38:46 PM
You're most welcome.
Zoney and I are working on some plans that will make the Missions easier to control. Seperate Vox channels for each type of aircraft with a leader for each group. Hopefully a private forum here to get planning and organization handled.