Luftace 0 Posted May 7, 2009 Hi all, just wanted to drop a few words and say howdy. I am currently deployed to Afghanistan and finally got around to signing up to the forum. I may be new to everyone here, but I do not feel so new as I have kept up with the forum, even before it was here at combatace.com and all of the updates to this wonderful sim. It has been said time and again, but I will gladly say again how great this piece of art truely is. I look forward to joining in the many interesting discussions to go on here in the very near future and will try not to remain a stranger so much. Typically I am a huge WW2 buff, but recently, especially with this sim, my interest has been significantly piqued in the 1st world war. In fact, I ordered no less than 6 books alone on the conflict in one night a few days ago! Anywho, look forward to being apart of this forum and sim with the likes of you and will be checking in when I'm not really flying. Tchuss! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Macklroy 2 Posted May 7, 2009 Well met luftace. I was also drawn from the spitfires of ww2. This being my first wwi flight sim that i've played it's hard to rate it against others but it's top notch for sure. GL in you virtual endevours and be safe in those of the more REAL nature over in foriegn country. S! sir Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Jammer28 0 Posted May 7, 2009 ... when I'm not really flying. Hello Luftace, What do you fly? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Luftace 0 Posted May 7, 2009 Hello Luftace, What do you fly? Thanx for the kind words Mack, will duely keep my wits about me here. Typically I fly the Fokker D VII varients, but occasionally try out the various albatross models. I have yet to commit myself to a full on campaign yet, and feel a little guilty of that since I have had the sim for several months now. I have tried all of the German crates atleast once in QC, and must say the eindecker is quite the little beast to master. I think I may just go for it and pick a random jasta and start a campaign and see how far I get. I don't know much about the various squadrons, jastas, etc., so am not partial to any particular one....yet, but am quickly reading up on all aspects of the air war, and the more I learn, the more enthused I become. I just wish I had more time to devote to this thing. Tchuss! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Fortiesboy 3 Posted May 7, 2009 Luftace, welcome to OFF and the forum. Make sure you look after yourself and your mates out there. Good luck Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Beanie 4 Posted May 7, 2009 Welcome - although it has already been said - keep safe. Check out the skinners section, more the merrier! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Hauksbee 103 Posted May 7, 2009 (edited) Luftace, welcome to OFF and the forum. Afghanistan, is it? Well, you're definitely in Campaign mode; out where the flak is real. What's the chance of them giving you some stick-time on a Predator to practice your gunnery? Take care, and get back soon. Edited May 7, 2009 by Hauksbee Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Luftace 0 Posted May 7, 2009 Afghanistan, is it? Well, you're definitely in Campaign mode; out where the flak is real. What's the chance of them giving you some stick-time on a Predator to practice your gunnery? Take care, and get back soon. Predator? Not a chance, lol. I am a blackhawk crewchief though and get plenty of time behind a machine gun in my window, only trigger time I really get though is shooting at smoke grenades for practice now and then, thank god really. I do get a sense of what the pilots of the great war felt though, freezing wind whipping you in the face constantly, scanning your sector as far as you can see, coming back with numb, nearly frozen toes and fingers, especially in the winter months. Wish I could tell you guys more, but I have to be careful what I say. A neat side note though, we are permitted to paruse (think thats how u spell it, lol) the bazaar where local nationals sell us various goods and such. Out here I have aquired three M1916 german helmet shells, all a bit rusty, of course some in better condition than others. I am a little curious as to whom they may have belonged, how they got here, etc., but still pretty neat to find in, what i presume to be, an unsuspecting place for such relics. Tchuss! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Hauksbee 103 Posted May 7, 2009 I do get a sense of what the pilots of the great war felt though, freezing wind whipping you in the face constantly, scanning your sector as far as you can see, coming back with numb, nearly frozen toes and fingers, especially in the winter months. You certainly are getting the feel of open cockpit flying...and then you come back to base and get into another open cockpit for recreation? You d' Man! What's it like strolling through the bazaars? Do the Afghanis seem friendly, or do they regard you as being from another planet? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Olham 164 Posted May 7, 2009 Welcome, Luftace Nothing wrong with WW2 sims; I also came from there, and will surely play Oleg Madox' "Battle of Britain", IF HE SHOULD EVER RELEASE IT. But with these crates, you experience the flying and the dogfighting so much more intensive - you'll see, it's very immersive! Hope you get enough time for it. The helmets - maybe they came from Turkey. WW1 was stretched out even to Palestine. All not so far from Afghanistan. Take care for yourself and your comrades. And come back in one piece! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Rickitycrate 10 Posted May 7, 2009 Hi Luftace! Welcome to this cast of characters and the best WWI flight sim to be had. You are among friends here. I'm happy that you have OFF for some enjoyment during your free time. Don't be shy now, ask, tell or just say hi. Thanks for your service to country. Very best wishes to you and your crewmates and all your families. God bless you all. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
cptroyce 0 Posted May 7, 2009 Hey Luftace! Welcome to OFF..Spent some time in Afghanistan pre-taliban. Was a beautiful place at one time..stay safe! Royce Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
catch 81 Posted May 8, 2009 Welcome Luftace. What heartens me is that OFF encouraged you to seek out more info on WW1. Everybody goes for WWII and the amazing albeit tragic allure of WW1 is generally overlooked these days. But why do so many yanks fly for the dark side ? You'll never win you know lol Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Herr Prop-Wasche 7 Posted May 8, 2009 Welcome, Luftace! Welcome to the forum and to OFF. Hope things stay quiet in your sector. If you have any questions or problems, be sure to ask. We are a very helpful (and humble) bunch! What does your crew think of your sim hobby? Any interest in WWI aviation from other GI's? Stay safe and don't be a stranger! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
saburo 0 Posted May 8, 2009 Hi all, just wanted to drop a few words and say howdy. I am currently deployed to Afghanistan and finally got around to signing up to the forum. I may be new to everyone here, but I do not feel so new as I have kept up with the forum, even before it was here at combatace.com and all of the updates to this wonderful sim. It has been said time and again, but I will gladly say again how great this piece of art truely is. I look forward to joining in the many interesting discussions to go on here in the very near future and will try not to remain a stranger so much. Typically I am a huge WW2 buff, but recently, especially with this sim, my interest has been significantly piqued in the 1st world war. In fact, I ordered no less than 6 books alone on the conflict in one night a few days ago! Anywho, look forward to being apart of this forum and sim with the likes of you and will be checking in when I'm not really flying. Tchuss! Salute! It goes without saying (but, I'll say it anyway), one can't have a real grasp of what went on in the Second World War without having a grasp of how the Great War went - the two are joined at the hip on many, many levels, from combatants, technology, politics, and even strategies - there's just so many echos in the Second from the First. If you don't already have it, I heartily recommend "The First World War" by John Keegan. It is excellent. Mind you, the air war is only loosly addressed in it but still, it's the best account I've read. -sab Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
