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S! All, We'll be on the JG1 server tonight (July 30th) around 9PM EDT, testing out the map. Join us if you can! -Klaiber

Regarding the skin pack, just saw this from Jason Williams: http://riseofflight.com/Forum/viewtopic.php?p=608467&f=2#p608467

I *think* the Hanriot HD.1 was just released. Or, it's about to be released. http://riseofflight.com/en/store/planes/Hanriot_HD1 I can't tell, as I'm at work. But after today's ROF maintenance, the store picture went from a silhouette to color. It's also got a weapon mod and a field mod. I guess we'll find out the future of Rise of Flight pretty soon.

They are. Japan declared war on Germany after Germany refused to give up it's Asian territories to China: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Allies_of_World_War_I#Japan

http://io9.com/play-spacewar-the-pentagon-funded-video-game-from-196-1611946280 Here’s a direct link to the java emulator: http://www.masswerk.at/spacewar/

100 years ago today, Austria-Hungary declared war on Serbia, after rejecting Serbia's conditional acceptance of the July Ultimatum. This is often called the official start of the First World War, though Germany wouldn't declare war on Russia until 1 August. I thought I'd post these composite photos from London. 1914 and 2014: http://www.dailymail.co.uk/news/article-2707568/First-World-War-photos-soldiers-marching-streets-superimposed-modern-day-images.html

I agree Pragr. Prior to the announcement of the Fw 190D-9 and DCS WW2, that was my major problem with the P-51D. Beautifully done, but nothing to do with it. After thinking about it, and hearing everyone else's plans, I think I'm going to wait and see.

S! All, As of this post, we're looking to have a dry run of FIF XIX on Wednesday, August 6th @ 8:45PM EDT. Our hope is to have a full start of the tournament on Wednesday, August 13th @ 8:45PM EDT. Just a reminder - in order to get Central or Entente access, you must officially sign up for Flanders In Flames in one of the two areas provided: Central Powers Entente Powers Not signing up means you cannot fly in the event.

I'm really thinking of picking the F-86 up. This, and the Dora and MiG-21bis.

Cool! Are you going to pick it up?

Great detective work Butzzell. And thanks for the finding the bug Shnoze!

Hi All, I've posted a invitation for freelancers to join us in FIF XIX. It's currently on the ROF boards: http://riseofflight.com/Forum/viewtopic.php?f=349&t=43411 If anyone knows anyone who they think would like FIF, please feel free to invite them to sign up. Additionally, if anyone wants to head over to the ROF boards and post their thoughts about FIF, and maybe a few war stories, that would be great! Any positive word of mouth would really help us bring more people into the event. Thanks!

http://foxtrotalpha.jalopnik.com/an-elite-f-14-airman-explains-why-the-tomcat-was-so-imp-1610043625 Thought this was an interesting read.

S! All, Back in the heady days of Red Baron 3D, Jagdgeschwader 1 (JG1) developed and operated a tournament known as Flanders In Flames (FIF). Now, in collaboration with the No.42 Squadron, the Black Haze, the Wing Walkers and Jasta 5, JG1 has developed a new Flanders In Flames Online War design to fit the strengths and capabilities of Rise of Flight! FIF has always been about providing participants with the most realistic campaign experience possible. This continues today. Emphasis is placed on creating historically inspired dogfights and aircraft match-ups. Two-seater missions are thus vital. The current FIF tournament is hosted on the No.42 Squadron server on Wednesdays at 8:45PM EDT till 11:00PM EDT. FIF forums, in turn, are hosted by JG1. Unfortunately, there is no European FIF as of this post (24 July 2014). However, this is something that JG1 is currently working on with the help of our European-based Jasta 6. In it's current format, the North American-version of FIF is an almost continuous "dead-is-dead" event. Each FIF event is a set of 4 to 6 Wednesday-night sessions, often with a two or three week break afterwards. FIF then starts again with a new map location, different types of targets and a new plane-set. To see the current FIF rules, click here. We are currently working on Slovak, Russian and French versions. FIF currently has room for an additional 15 to 20 dedicated pilots who are comfortable with our North American timezones. These pilots can be members of an established squadron, or unsquaded freelancers. All interested pilots: Need to have and be able to use TeamSpeak3. Are encouraged to have TrackIR or FreeTrack (as no externals are allowed). More information regarding the next FIF tournament will be posted over the coming weeks. For now, please feel free to post below with any questions you may have, and definitely check out the Central and Entente sign-up threads over on the JG1 boards. Please note that there is a two-part process after sign up. New pilots will need to participate in a basic skills event, called an "FIF Shakedown". New pilots will also need to take part in basic "FIF orientation", coordinated by their team. This is make sure everyone understands how the tournament handles big issues like team coordination, squadron tactics and tournament rules. Hope to see you all in the air soon!

All set.

All set.

S! All, The final plane-set, map and descriptions have been posted: http://forum.jg1.org/index.php?showforum=73 Looking forward to flying with you all!

I'm assuming that all teams are staying the same unless told otherwise.

S! All, Welcome to the Flanders In Flames Online War! To sign up as a pilot for the Entente Powers, please post below with the following information: Your In-Game Name: Your Squadron affiliation (if any): Your post within this thread is very important, as it lets us know who to give forum access to. After posting within this thread, please be patient. It may take up to 24 hours before your request to join a group has been approved. Thanks and Salut! JG1_Klaiber

S! All, Welcome to the Flanders In Flames Online War! To sign up as a pilot for the Central Powers, please post below with the following information: Your In-Game Name: Your Squadron affiliation (if any): Your post within this thread is very important, as it lets us know who to give forum access to. After posting within this thread, please be patient. It may take up to 24 hours before your request to join a group has been approved. Thanks and Salut! JG1_Klaiber

Have fun!

Hey Rath, it's great to hear from you! I hope that things have been going well. You'll have to tell us about your experiences with the Osprey. It sounds like it's an amazing aircraft to fly. Btw, I still have a collection of your gag images. I attached one to this post. If you're online a lot, you should drop by our TS and hang out. It would be great to catch up. I'll PM you our TS information. Hope to talk more later.

S! All, The following JG I pilots are being recognized for their actions during the Set 1 Session 4 of Flanders In Flames XVIII (which took place on the 16 July 2014). Congratulations! Bavarian Merit 4th Class Oblt. Fritz Butzzell, for exceptional merit - Butzzell has gone above and beyond the call of duty in order to development and coordinate the Flanders In Flames Online War. He has furthered JG1 in immeasurable ways. Lt. Ferdinand Labroisse, for exceptional bravery - after an amazing 28+ sortie streak (with 20 confirmed kills), Labroisse's performance was comparable to real aces. He inspired his fellow JG1 pilots through his actions. German Army Report Rittm. Otto Klaiber, for gallantry in battle, but also extraordinary fidelity and essential service. Oblt. Fritz Butzzell (double awardee), for gallantry in battle, but also extraordinary fidelity and essential service. Oblt. Heinz (Moxy) Schulte, for gallantry in battle, but also extraordinary fidelity and essential service. Lt. Ferdinand Labroisse (double awardee), for gallantry in battle, but also extraordinary fidelity and essential service. Fähnr. Leopold (Lee) Greifvogel (double awardee), for gallantry in battle, but also extraordinary fidelity and essential service. OffzSt. Richard (Vonrd) Ausweichen, for gallantry in battle, but also extraordinary fidelity and essential service. OffzSt. Bruno Vikner, for gallantry in battle, but also extraordinary fidelity and essential service. Vzfw. Helmut Lipfert, for gallantry in battle, but also extraordinary fidelity and essential service. Iron Cross 2nd Class Vzfw. Max Reinhart (missing in action, mission #4, 16 July 2014), for the destruction of 2 enemy aircraft within one streak. Honor Goblet Oblt. Heinz (Moxy) Schulte (mission #4, 16 July 2014), for the destruction of 1 enemy aircraft within one streak. Wound Badge 1918: Black Class Vzfw. Max Reinhart (missing in action, mission #4, 16 July 2014), for being wounded in action 2 times within one streak. Prussian Air Gunner Badge Rittm. Otto Klaiber (posthumously, mission #4, 16 July 2014), for acting as an observer / gunner during an official sortie.

The current FIF rules for IL-2: Flying Circus are located here: https://forum.jg1.org/forum/73-fif-tournament-information/