Black Aces Message Board

Pilot records and Greenie Board updated.

VFA-41 was tasked with escorting a flight of F-16s on an apparent SEAD mission. F-16s launched and two VFA-41 Hornets formed up with them. The F-16s approached the target area with HARMs and LGBs, evidently accomplishing their mission objectives. VFA-41 escorted them to RTB. Hornets then recovered ...

1. These procedures apply to 'campaign' missions or scheduled squadron missions. For other unscheduled missions, these procedures are optional. 2. In case of a crash on deck, someone (the pilot that crashed or other observer) should report that the deck is foul (wreckage/fire on deck) or that the de...

These are the formations normally employed in VFA-41 missions. All pilots must be able to quickly achieve and consistently maintain position in any of these formations. Remember that when in formation, regardless of ordered course, speed, and altitude, it is your responsibility to maintain station i...