looking for a new squadron

[Wolf3645]

as the title says! i'm looking for a squadron to fly with. took a break from DCS for while and now looking to get back into it. i have f14A/B, viper, hornet, A10II and A. i'm in the beginner stages of learning the game. so i don't know much at all. 

[scommander2]

How about the following link handy:

Recruiting – 1st Virtual Strike Command (1stvsc.com)

 

Edited October 3, 2023 by scommander2

[Wolf3645]

do you accept beginners?

[inZane]

Are you interested in learning to fly, fight and maximize your abilities in Modern DCS Jets? Would you like to fly fun and challenging cooperative missions as part of a team? Do you have a willingness to learn?

If your answers are "Yes," then give the Virtual Armed Forces a go! The Virtual Armed Forces (VAF) is looking to expand its ranks with enthusiastic and motivated virtual pilots and RIOs who enjoy cooperative missions.

The VAF has four squadrons primarily supporting four airframes:

1. 75th Fighter Squadron "Tigersharks" flying the A-10C Warthog

2. 111th Fighter Squadron "Ace in the Hole" flying the F-16C Viper

3. VFA-136 "Knighthawks" flying the F/A-18C Hornet

4. VF-142 "Ghostriders" flying the F-14A/B Tomcat

We have openings available for all of our squadrons. We don't expect Chuck Yeager; we're happy with Charlie Brown. We prefer good attitudes to good sticks, because with good attitude skills can be learned. We ask only that you bring a good attitude, a willingness use tactics and cooperate as a team, and the dedication to undertake our training syllabus. In return, we will provide our own individual attention to develop your skills. Additionally, we foster a fun, friendly, and supportive environment with no formal rank structure or command hierarchy.

Our membership includes a number of civil and former military aviators, and we're all here to have fun! The VAF also boasts custom individual skins created by one of the more prolific skinners in the DCS community.

Our comprehensive training program teaches you basic airmanship and 2-ship formation tactics. We focus on realistic training in our Student Undergraduate Pilot Training (SUPT) program. SUPT starts out with VFR flying, landing and take-off patterns, close formation flying and then moves on to IFR, Refueling and Weapons Training. Progression is at the student's pace and flight status is based on the ability to fly safe and to adhere to some basic operational standards.

We recruit in small groups to ensure that individual training needs are met and that new members have an opportunity to get to know the group. Of particular note, we are in the process of standing up the VF-142 Ghostriders. If you have ever wanted to learn the RIO position, or fly with a competent human RIO, VF-142 is for you! The RIO curriculum is being developed by a former US Naval Flight Officer, and includes A/A, A/G, and principles of situational awareness. Prospective RIOs can be confident that they are receiving excellent training, and pilots can be confident that the RIOs in VF-142 will transform their F-14 experience for the better! Finally, we wish to cross-train all F-14 aircrews on the pilot and RIO stations to the extent possible to maximize tactical flexibility.

We currently operate two severs one for training and one for missions. We fly most days from 3pm Pacific until 9PM Pacific. Weekends are throughout the day on our Dynamic Campaigns unless otherwise scheduled.

If you are still interested, please visit Please read the VAF rules and regulations and then apply by joining our Discord at https://discord.gg/3MchkEDVP2

[Steel Jaw]

I am finding the VAF a great bunch of guys to hang and fly with.  Can recommend. 

Edited October 5, 2023 by Steel Jaw

[Keith Briscoe]

Wow, super cool!  I'm going to spend some more time on individual training, then thus sounds exactly like something for me too! Thanks to the OP for starting the thread.

[Home Fries]

Another plug for the Virtual Armed Forces (VAF).  We take beginners and we're patient if you put in the effort.  We're actively recruiting for the Hornet, Viper, and Strike Eagle.

Also, see us on the Air Combat Sim Podcast #42.

Edited October 6, 2023 by Home Fries