European Based 16th Air Expeditionary Wing Recruits F-16 Pilots
Who We Are?
16th Air Expeditionary Wing is a small, but crucial part of CJTF-13 Batallion (EU Milsim Battalion). Battalion is aiming for the most realistic and immersive virtual experience in TAW DCS, featuring Fighter Jet, helicopter and Control Squadrons.
We follow real life procedures as closely as possible, we use strict 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 CJTF-13 is NOT the right place for you.
16th Air Expeditionary Wing divides in two F-16 squadrons:
RNLAF 313 “SCHERPGETAND”
The RNLAF 313 Squadron is one of two dedicated F-16C squadrons within the Combined Joint Task Force-13 (CJTF-13). Although it is a multi-role squadron, the primary focus of the 313 is on air-to-ground operations. The squadron specializes in various air-to-ground tasks and tactics, including Destruction of Enemy Air Defenses (DEAD), strike missions, air interdiction (AI), close air support (CAS), and strike coordination and reconnaissance (SCAR). The 313 Squadron is adept at striking a variety of targets in different threat environments.
PolAF 6 Fighter Squadron
The 6th Fighter Squadron (6th FS) is a dedicated F-16 squadron within the Combined Joint Task Force-13 (CJTF-13). The squadron primarily focuses on Force Protection and Air-to-Air taskings. Specializing in tasks such as Combat Air Patrol (CAP) and Suppression of Enemy Air Defenses (SEAD), the 6th FS is proficient in defending airspace and neutralizing aerial threats. The squadron's expertise ensures it can effectively safeguard friendly forces and achieve air superiority in various operational environments.
Our Schedule
The CJTF-13 hold its weekly events on Sundays @ 1945 CE(S)T (Summer Time 1745Z, Winter Time 1845Z) and Thursdays @ 2030 CE(S)T (Summer Time 1830Z, Winter Time 1930Z)
Our Requirements
In order to apply for one of F-16 our squadrons, make sure you are meeting our requirements:
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 in formation, 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 an Overhead Break together with proper Airbase procedures
Able to speak, read and understand english
Using TrackIR or a similar system, or Virtual Reality
Owning F-16, Syria and Persian Gulf maps (No Free Trials!)
Among other requirements, this stands alone, as most common potential disqualifier:
Our applicant must be able to attend at least 50% of our events in given month. We strongly believe, that consistency and tenaciousness are keys to success
If you are unable to match few of those requirements, don't give up and make sure, that you are fierce in your willing to improve in short time with or without help of our instructors. Being able to learn is The quality, that we want to see in our pilots!
How to apply?
In order to apply, visit our discord and ask about F-16 recruitment for either RNLAF 313 or PolAF 6 FS in public chat. Our drill instructor will reach you and open private recruitment thread, guiding you through all next steps.
While you are waiting for thread to be opened, feel free to visit our Website and explore more about us
Website: https://tawdcs.org/battalion/cjtf
Discord: https://discord.com/invite/tawdcs