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Virtual Task Force 77 is Calling All Pilots! Recruitment is NOW OPEN, and we’re hunting for skilled aviators to join our ranks in the ultimate DCS mil-sim experience! Who We Are: vTF-77 is a high-octane, West Coast-based DCS task force specializing in fighter, attack, and expeditionary operations. We deliver heart-pounding, realistic missions while keeping the vibe fun and camaraderie tight. Whether you’re drawn to the precision of Air Force, the swagger of Naval aviation, or the grit of Marine ops, our diverse squadrons offer a home for every pilot and controller. Our command teams bring a wealth of real-world and virtual expertise, ensuring you’ll master cutting-edge tactics and soar to new heights. What We Do: Train Like Pros: Every Tuesday and Thursday at 20:00 PST on our dedicated servers. Epic Missions & Campaigns: Regularly deploy across our diverse airframes for immersive, story-driven operations. Off-Night Shenanigans: Bond with the crew, share laughs, and embrace the dad-joke glory. We’re Recruiting for: F/A-18C Pilots F-14B Pilots/RIOs F-15E Pilots/WSOs F-16C Pilots AV-8B Pilots F-4 Pilots/RIOs Helo Aircrews (AH-64D, Mi-24, OH-58, Ka-50) Mission & Campaign Designers ATC/AIC Controllers JTAC/FAC(A) What You Bring: A mature, respectful attitude with a love for good vibes and epic banter. A solid HOTAS setup. Willingness to learn (we’ll train you on Discord and SRS if needed). Commitment to attend at least 50% of training nights monthly. Reliable and coachable with a hunger to dominate the skies. Ownership (or ability to acquire) Syria, Persian Gulf, Sinai maps (NTTR recommended) and the Super Carriermodule for naval ops. What You Get: World-Class Training: Learn from seasoned instructors with robust programs. Diverse Squadrons: Choose from seven elite squadrons, one aggressor JTAF unit, or our ATC/AIC crew. Immersive Missions: Fly on dedicated servers with meticulously crafted campaigns. Epic Community: Join a tight-knit, inclusive crew that’s all about the thrill and the laughs. Ready to take flight with vTF-77? Check out the links below to apply and join the action! Let’s rule the skies together! Our Discord is https://discord.gg/E8WNwgxhkN The virtual Task Force Website: https://www.vtf77.com/

The virtual Task Force 77 recruitment is now open once again and looking for skilled pilots. Who are we: vTF-77 is a DCS fighter, attack, and expeditionary task force, dedicated to providing a realistic experience within the 'mil sim' environment, while providing immersive and tactical operations for our pilots. That said, we are also about having fun in that experience. As a task force we have a great love for Air Force, Naval, and marine aviation and have squadrons available for all seeking the unique cultures those squadrons provide. These squadrons and its command team have a lot of experience in a wide range of tactics and procedures in both the virtual and real world. We are based out of the west coast of North America and conduct trainings every Tuesday and Thursday at 20:00 PST on our our own dedicated servers. We also hold regular missions and campaigns throughout the year involving our diverse airframes, as well as off night sessions dedicated to building team morale and just have fun. We are current recruiting for the current air frames/positions: F/A-18C pilots F-14A/B pilots/RIO's F-15E Pilots/WSO's F-16C AV-8B F-4 Pilots/Rios AH-64D, MI-24, OH-58, KA-50 Air Crews Mission & campaign designers Additional ATC/AIC and CATCC Controllers JTAC The task forces basic requirements/expectations are: Mature and respectful behavior and attitude. Endurance of good nature humor, dad-jokes, and general Phuq-ery!! Owns a capable HOTAS. Can use Discord and SRS preferred (but not required, we can teach you). We are able and willing to train new members. Willingness to be coachable and learn with a willingness to improve as a pilots. Able to attend at least 50% of training nights per month. Reliable and consistent. Owns or is able to acquire the required maps Syria, Persian Gulf, Sinai as we deploy to these locations regularly. As well as the recommended NTTR map. For Naval ops, owns the Super Carrier module. What we offer: Experienced instructors and robust training. Variety of seven SQNs, one aggressor JTAF Squadron, and ATC/AIC controller unit. Dedicated training servers with immersive and hand-crafted missions and campaigns. An inclusive and friendly atmosphere. If the above interests you, than vTF-77 may be the place for you. Please make your way to the links below to check us out and apply. Our Discord is https://discord.gg/E8WNwgxhkN The virtual Task Force Website: https://www.vtf77.com/

In addition to E-2 and E-3 aircraft, there are a number of surface based radars that are used for AIC (Air Intercept Control) functions. These include the AN/SPS-48, a shipboard, 3-dimensional radar, the AN/SPS-43, a shorter ranged system found on carriers which provide ASR and carrier controller approach functions as well as doubling as an AIC asset, and the AN/SPS-49, a two-dimensional search radar that provides range and bearing information to airborne contacts. The AN/SPS-49 is a complement to the SPS-48 system. I would love if we could use the Super Carrier to have the intercept control capabilities so that I don't need to put blue units EWR 1L13, EWR 55G6, E2 or E3 assets. It seems somewhat not that complex to achieve, or maybe I am wrong, still... ...a wish on a Super Carrier wish list.

DCS has a big community and choosing a place to settle down can be hard. There are a lot of groups out there and all of them have a different culture and fly differently. As you are reading this ask yourself what you want out of a DCS group. VFA-211 is a DCS Strike Fighter Squadron that is dedicated to getting as close as possible to real-world Naval aviation operations. VFA-211 is committed to training its members to be the best of the best. VFA-211 offers a unique experience in that we capture the culture around Naval Squadrons. We’re a tight-knit group of like-minded people who act like a family building each other up. We are devoted to making an authentic and realistic experience. We are often classified as a military simulation (mil-sim), but what does that exactly mean? Well, our definition of mil-sim is that we strive to get as close as we can to real-world operations within the limits of DCS. VFA-211’s members have a lot of experience in a wide range of tactics and procedures. Our members are devoted to helping one another accomplish the goal of creating a realistic experience within DCS. Mil sim does not mean you have to greet people and say sir, but we do have a chain of command and ranks to identify members and their respective contributing roles. VFA-211 is looking for people to be ATC/AIC(Commonly referred to as GCI in the DCS community)/CATCC Controllers, etc. The Role entails going through our controller training course, no experience is required, and controlling at VFA-211 events that happen bi-weekly on Saturdays at 2030 EST and Every Tuesday at 2030 EST. VAW-126 (our controller squadron) has 3 slots open for Controller. Please note we will train you on all aspects of controlling and the controller can not fly in VFA-211. VFA-211 is also looking for 2 mission planners. The role entails going to the VFA-211 Staff meeting that happens on Monday at 2030 EST and the mission planning sessions bi-weekly on Saturdays at 2030 EST on off weeks. The missions have to be made per VFA-211 SOPs and TTPs that will be taught to you. Note VFA-211 Mission planners can fly for VFA-211 but it’s not required. VFA-211’s motto is “Work hard, play hard”. We feel that if you put in the effort that’s what you’ll get out of it. So is VFA-211 a good fit for you? What do you want out of a DCS group? Here are more questions that you can ask yourself. Do I enjoy Standard Operating Procedures (SOP) and reading/ abiding by them? Am I experienced enough in Controlling or mission planning? Do I enjoy working as a team and learning in a professional and realistic manner? Can I receive criticism in debriefs whether I fail or succeed in a given mission? Can I become part of a group that flies in the Eastern Standard Time zone on Tuesdays and Bi-weekly Saturdays at 2030 EST? Do I enjoy helping out the squadron outside of missions? If you said yes to all of the above, VFA-211 may be a good option for you. If you have made it to the end of this, congratulations! We look forward to having you on our team. FLY NAVY!! If you are interested in the VFA 211 Strike Fighter Squadron and want to learn more about it join our Discord at https://discord.gg/yT9RTndGe6. Videos Carrier Qual Houthi Rebel Camp Strike