Hi all
would anyone be willing to fly the Harrier on a Monday evening with 60 Sqn? I am looking at what would work with a joint op with the Apache and FW CAS. I know that Paul has already tried buddy lasing with the A10 so we know that in principle it works, I would now like to try this in an operational situation.
My initial scenario would be a target area, say a bridge head, which is protected by SAM and armour. The Apache will recce and identify targets/ mark targets, which we will notify via MGRS Grids. We will also lase targets for your weapon deployment. The initial trial will be simplistic to consider comms and SOP for correct target acquisition. The second stage will be a more robust enemy with SAM network and interlocking ground targets. I see this second stage trial as a bit more challenging.
Clearly I may be over simplifying the approach but I think it will add alot to DCS missions.
Welcome thoughts
Cheers
Neal
Apache and Harrier joint ops - A test
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Apache and Harrier joint ops - A test
Squadron Leader Wee Neal 0414
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Re: Apache and Harrier joint ops - A test
a tomcat might well be interested in this
Sqn Ldr (Scooby) Burton RAF Air UK
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Re: Apache and Harrier joint ops - A test
Hi Neal,
Only just seen this, i will ask my lads on discord for you now!
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I have pilots willing to help you already bud, so lets disvuss wgat you would like and 1(F) will happily assist you lads!
Only just seen this, i will ask my lads on discord for you now!
EDIT:
I have pilots willing to help you already bud, so lets disvuss wgat you would like and 1(F) will happily assist you lads!
Air Commodore Matt Purnell - RAF Air UK
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Re: Apache and Harrier joint ops - A test
Hi Matt, not a problem if they cant do this week, more a plan for the future
Thanks
Neal
Thanks
Neal
Squadron Leader Wee Neal 0414
CO 60 Squadron
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Re: Apache and Harrier joint ops - A test
I have Basher that belives this week is fine if thats your plan....only thing is he would beg for you to use discord as his pc has issues with teamspeak bud
Air Commodore Matt Purnell - RAF Air UK
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Re: Apache and Harrier joint ops - A test
Hi Matt
I am sure we can sort that. We would do the operational flying with SRS.
Cheers
Neal
I am sure we can sort that. We would do the operational flying with SRS.
Cheers
Neal
Squadron Leader Wee Neal 0414
CO 60 Squadron
CO 60 Squadron
Re: Apache and Harrier joint ops - A test
Oh yes, naturally its only for the brief and debrief.....he just cant get on TS his side lol
Air Commodore Matt Purnell - RAF Air UK
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