Tactically speaking...
...Frames 1 & 2 taught us that Spits and Hurricanes were sweeping defended targets at 30K plus.
Also, in frame 1 when we defended A38, a NOE attack came. We dropped our CAP to persue. Then a high altitude strike came that kept us from climbing back to the 27K B25s and fighter sweep because we were low in the Ki61. The Ki61 (through research) is at its max performance between 13 to about 15K. Having altitude would give a slight advantage to make a BnZ pass 1 or 2 times only.
Frame 2, we were an atatcking force. As the embedded escort, we sent in multiple fighter sweeps as well as a multi altitude attack and did well.
Frame 3, we were assigned to defend A37. Having learned from frames 1 & 2, we decided to have flights at multi altitude. We maintained altitude discipline. In this case, we were beaten down by good squads. Main force came in NOE. It was impressive. We brought our remaining Ki61s from high altitude to engage with us on the deck.
If you were at A37, whether Axis or Allies, you would know that it was short and sweet. Additionally, even though we weren't in the air that long, it was a fun night for us.
As far as being an alt. monkey... ...I am not good at BnZ. I don't play that way, and if we were at altitude, it is by design and in coordination with multiple squads for tacticle superiority.
But, there is no reason to call someone out in the forums making accusations without knowing the whole concept. Understanding the plane you are flying and understanding the planes you are up against along with the terrain, supporting squads, and approaches is what should determine altitude.
I am no alt. monkey, Sir. I get right in it and fight til I die or kill my opponent.
Quite frankly, frame 3 was fun. I am embarrassed by my gunnery for the 325th this frame, however, we did our best and had fun in the process.
And, in the end, altitude is sometimes a good thing to have energy in a co alt merge, hoping to bring the fight down to the max performance range of the plane you are fighting in.
I simply don't understand your thought process about that with regards to altitude.
So, with all do respect, I don't think you have a leg to stand on with your opinion of altitude with regards to tactical thinking in FSO.
to all who participated on this thread.
