Welcome to Aces High, flippz.
I'm sure you have a lot of questions. Everyone does when starting out. First, let me give you a link to the trainers page. You'll probably find the answers to most of your questions. There is a lot to read, but a little at a time will get you up to speed. Patience...
Here is the trainer page link:
Trainers Page >>- You can ask on country channel (/ key) if anyone needs help when you log on. No commanders in the game.
- Cannons take down ack guns on fields/towns easier than machine guns.
- Yes, the icon for small/medium/large fields has 1, 2 or 3 runways. Check the trainers page (clipboard) for more info.
Most trainers are in training arena on weekday afternoons and evenings, US time. Lusche and Spatula are around Euro and Australia/NZ times, respectively. You can email a trainer direct by using name @ hitechcreations.com or by private message on this BBS.
Good luck and have fun!