Dutch Baron Posted October 4, 2019 Share Posted October 4, 2019 (edited) EUROPEAN BASED – JTF-88 – JOINT TASK FORCE The JTF-88 Battalion is aiming for the most realistic and immersive virtual experience in TAW DCS. We follow real life procedures as closely as possible, use strict and perfect radio communications and train HARD to get to this high level of virtual flying! This type of flight simming is not for everyone, because it requires a certain type of mindset, fierce dedication and motivation to do it right. If you are looking for relatively short, action packed missions which can be played without much in-depth planning and preparation, then the JTF-88 is NOT the right place for you. If you are looking for very realistic, in-depth planned events, where flying to the ‘AO’ means you may have to rely on Air to Air refuel to be able to make it there and back home, following the correct waypoints/altitudes/speeds to be ‘on station’ at the predetermined time (ToT), where the other Squadrons are a key part of the success of the mission at hand, then the JTF-88 is THE PLACE TO BE!!! We create MDC’s (Mission Data Cards) where all important information is stated, then we import this into DCS so every pilot has the info in his Knee Board Map while performing the missions. We use the PERSIAN GULF as our default MAP, but also fly in the CAUCASUS. We focus on both LAND and NAVAL OPERATIONS in every mission, we only use full fidelity modules which are currently the F-14B, F-16C, F/A-18C, A/V-8B, A-10C, M-2000C and all Helicopters. Any upcoming modern full fidelity module will be incorporated as well. We are all very happy and willing to help you get the best and most out of your module of choice, but you are required to train on certain topics where you lack some experience by yourself, without us having to try and motivate you to do just that. This is the type of pilot we are looking for, a motivated and dedicated person who WANTS to be great in all things needed to perform realistic combat sorties, as perfectly as possible in a well oiled teamplay war machine. This requires you to go out and look for ways to improve yourself, so when we actually fly missions together, we will all be at our BEST and only have to focus on the mission at hand and not on other things that may distract us from that. ################### The JTF-88 hold its weekly Mandatory Event on SUNDAY’s @ 1945 CE(S)T (Summer Time 1745Z, Winter Time 1845Z). The JTF-88 hold its weekly Training Sessions on THURSDAY’s @ 2030 CE(S)T (Summer Time 1830Z, Winter Time 1930Z). #################### The minimum requirements for joining the JTF-88 are quite high and are as follows: – Being PRO-ACTIVE, willing to read and learn documents and perfect your skills in your own time, outside of regular training events – Able to fly formation perfectly and able to execute Air to Air Refuel (AAR) in fair weather – Basic experience using Navigation, Combat Systems and Weapons – Experience with using SRS (Simple Radio) and Basic knowledge of ATC Communication – Able to execute a CASE 1 Recovery on a CARRIER; if choosing a NAVAL Aircraft - Able to execute an OVERHEAD BREAK and FAN BREAK together with proper AIRBASE procedures; if choosing a LAND BASED aircraft – Able to speak and understand proficient ENGLISH; Communication is key to success, we need to understand eachother – Using TrackIR or a similar system, or Virtual Reality – Owning one of the following FULL FIDELITY MODULES: F-14B, F-16C, F/A-18C, A/V-8B, A-10C, M-2000C or Helicopters – Owning the PERSIAN GULF MAP ############################# We currently have 3 wings in our Battalion: US NAVY # CVW-88: VF-84 # F-14B VFA-151 # F/A-18C US MARINE CORPS # MAG-44: VMA-231 # A/V-8B VMFA-212 # F/A-18C HMH-769 # HELICOPTERS JTF LAND BASED # TW-66: RNLAF 313 SQN # F-16C 25th FS A-10C SQN # A-10C XXX OPEN XXX # M-2000C #################### If you are interested in joining us, please visit: http://www.TAWDCS.org #################### Edited November 19, 2019 by Dutch Baron http://www.TAWDCS.org ### JOINT TASK FORCE JTF-88 ### https://tawdcs.org/battalion/88th/ ### PC: i9 - 32Gb RAM - GTX 1080Ti - TM Warthog Stick and Throttle - MFG Crosswind Black - TrackIR5 - Buddy Fox UFC Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dutch Baron Posted November 18, 2019 Author Share Posted November 18, 2019 Hello everyone, We are looking for pilots in all air frames we have in our inventory (see above post for types). As we recently opened a land based wing (TW-66), where we currently have numerous F-16C pilots active, we are looking for pilots in the A-10C and M-2000C who are looking for realistic flying and procedures. We have no pilots in the A-10C/M-2000C, so if you wish to join and be a squadron leader (if you have the correct skills and mindset for it) we are happy to provide you this opportunity. If you just wish to be a wingman, then there is also a place for you. If you like to have more info on anything related to our community, please visit http://www.TAWDCS.org and look for the JTF-88 Battalion, or post a message here, or PM me here on EDForums. I look forward to meet you! Blue skies, everyone! Kindest regards, Dutch Baron http://www.TAWDCS.org ### JOINT TASK FORCE JTF-88 ### https://tawdcs.org/battalion/88th/ ### PC: i9 - 32Gb RAM - GTX 1080Ti - TM Warthog Stick and Throttle - MFG Crosswind Black - TrackIR5 - Buddy Fox UFC Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HiJack Posted November 29, 2019 Share Posted November 29, 2019 Great change Dutch; hope you are all doing well. This is a great team to fly with and perfect all your skills and in the same time learn new team strategies. Highly recommended to try them out! :thumbup: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dutch Baron Posted January 31, 2020 Author Share Posted January 31, 2020 Hello all, we are still looking for pilots in most air frames, especially for the F14B/M2000C/A10C/FA18C and also Helicopter pilots. For the F16C we are nearing the full squadron status, we could add maximum 2 to that squadron. If you are interested, please be sure to read carefully what we are about and what we expect from you as a pilot, before you apply. Many thanks and hope to see you in the virtual skies. http://www.TAWDCS.org ### JOINT TASK FORCE JTF-88 ### https://tawdcs.org/battalion/88th/ ### PC: i9 - 32Gb RAM - GTX 1080Ti - TM Warthog Stick and Throttle - MFG Crosswind Black - TrackIR5 - Buddy Fox UFC Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jonasdc94 Posted April 9, 2020 Share Posted April 9, 2020 (edited) Hello all, I’m here to talk to you about our new Rotary group, in Joint Task Force 88. We are a recently started Army Aviation Reconnaissance Company, that specialises in Attack Reconnaissance missions. We are currently looking for KA-50 pilots and future OH-58D Kiowa pilots(The Gazelle is our placeholder until it gets released). The Company is known as the Assassins. We find the callsign fitting because we are Attack Reconnaissance, so we operate in the shadows, we find our targets and we can and will execute violent, precise and fast attacks to kill our enemy, and then slip away into the shadows again. As we are a “new” group, there will be plenty of opportunity to find yourself an integral part of the group and get more responsibilities early on. As we are part of JTF-88, we work together with our fixed wing counterpart a lot, which means you’ll see and be part of nearly the entire spectrum of air warfare. Patience, ferocity and overall high desire to learn and better yourself as an attack reconnaissance pilot, is what we seek in our new pilots. And this is down to the fact that our missions require us to have a certain skill set and experience. You as pilots should enjoy the realistic flying aspect and not be drawn towards engaging because you’re bored. The flying in a realistic setting should be what gets you going and getting to destroy stuff should be the bonus! We will teach you all about the training, tactics and procedures that you’ll need to know. You need to be able to control the helicopter, be proficient with its weapon systems and be able to communicate on the radio. If you can do that, then we can teach you the rest. As we are part of TAWDCS and in the hardcore battalion, we require a high attendance of our mandatory flying sessions. You can read all about our requirements in this link https://tawdcs.org/battalion/88th/ If you want to do a flight with us to gauge if you have what it takes and more importantly, if we have what it takes to have you, then hop onto our discord and ask for the helicopter guys and we’ll gladly answer all questions you have or take you up for a flight. Edited April 10, 2020 by jonasdc94 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dimsum Posted June 26, 2020 Share Posted June 26, 2020 New Pilots wanted for our JTF-88 A-10C Squadron: The USAF 25th FS ASSAM DRAGGINS Hello everyone, Are you a (virtual) pilot with a love for the mighty A-10C Warthog, and do you want to take your skills to the next level, in order to achieve the most hardcore and immersive experience? Then the JTF-88 Hardcore Battalion is for you! We are looking for new pilots to join our A-10C squadron USAF 25th FS ASSAM DRAGGINS within our JTF-88 Hardcore Battalion. We will be taking on challenging tasks, such as CAS, FAC(A) and Air Interdiction in various battlefield scenarios, in order to bring chaos and destruction to our ground-based enemies. Being part of TAW’s JTF-88 Battalion, we participate every week in grand operations where all squadrons are involved. We take pride in being a hardcore battalion where we focus on immersion and realism, using IRL procedures where possible. Please read Dutch Baron’s original post to see what we expect from a pilot before applying. Is this what you’re looking for? Think you got what it takes? Consider applying via https://tawdcs.org/battalion/88th/ Have any more questions or doubts? Contact us via Discord in our public channel. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dutch Baron Posted April 13, 2021 Author Share Posted April 13, 2021 This thread is closed. For TAW's JTF-88 recruitment, please follow this link: http://www.TAWDCS.org ### JOINT TASK FORCE JTF-88 ### https://tawdcs.org/battalion/88th/ ### PC: i9 - 32Gb RAM - GTX 1080Ti - TM Warthog Stick and Throttle - MFG Crosswind Black - TrackIR5 - Buddy Fox UFC Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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