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Thanks. Also, here are the B-17s: https://www.digitalcombatsimulator.com/en/files/3332180/ https://www.digitalcombatsimulator.com/en/files/3332179/

After looking around, yes. I think this is correct. Maybe @Balge can offer some help. Since you specifically mentioned Taktisches Luftwaffengeschwader 73 "Steinhoff", this is I believe their structure (post 2013 realignment): Stab TaktLwG 73 (HQ) Kommodore (CO) Adjutant Kommodore (XO) S1 Offizier - Personalwesen (human resources) S2 Offizier - Militärische Sicherheit und militärisches Nachrichtenwesen (military security and military intelligence) S3 Offizier - Einsatz, Organisation und Ausbildung (deployment, organization and training) S4 Offizier - Logistik (logistics) S6 Offizier - IT und Kommunikation (IT and communications) FlgGrp TaktLwG 73 (Fliegende Gruppe - Flying Group) Kommandeur Stellvertretender Kommandeur (Deputy Commander) TGrp TaktLwG 73 (Technische Gruppe - Technical Group) Kommandeur Stellvertretender Kommandeur (Deputy Commander)

The Bundeswehr is the German Armed Forces in total. First of just West Germany. Then of unified Germany. It includes the German Army (Heer), the German Navy (Deutsche Marine) and the German Air Force (Luftwaffe). During the German Empire and Weimar Republic eras, the total Armed Forces of Germany was called the Reichswehr. And during the Nazi Germany period, it was called the Wehrmacht. Let me do some more research for you. I'll see what I can find. Of course! Glad to help.

Hi @Collider, welcome! Most of my experiences have been researching the squadrons of the Deutsche Luftstreitkräfte (WW1), the WW2-era Luftwaffe, and the Luftstreitkräfte der Nationalen Volksarmee (East German Air Force). So, I'm not completely familiar with the modern Bundeswehr. However, it is my understanding that the modern Luftwaffe is very much based on USAF standards. Luftwaffe wings, for example, have received extensive training in the United States since 1958. Whereas, the East German LSK was brought up to VVS standards, with some WW2 Luftwaffe traditions retained. Taktisches Luftwaffengeschwaders, like TaktLwG 73, are led by a Kommodore who usually holds the rank of an Oberst (Colonel). This is basically the same as a USAF Wing Commander. TaktLwG 73: https://www.bundeswehr.de/de/organisation/luftwaffe/organisation-/luftwaffentruppenkommando/taktisches-luftwaffengeschwader-73-steinhoff Under the Kommodore, there would be an Adjutant (Executive Officer - XO). Probably an Oberstleutant (Lieutenant colonel) or Major. There would then be Sachgebiete (subject areas), each with their own commanders, probably in the Hauptleute (captains - OF-2) range. These subject areas are usually: S1 - Personalwesen (human resources) S2 - Militärische Sicherheit und militärisches Nachrichtenwesen (military security and military intelligence) S3 - Einsatz, Organisation und Ausbildung (deployment, organization and training) S4 - Logistik (logistics) S6 - IT und Kommunikation (IT and communications) The flying group is then usually divided into three or four Staffeln (squadrons). TaktLwG 51, for example, has 1. Staffel (Tornados), 2. Staffel (UAVs) and 4. Staffel (Tornados). Each of these Staffeln would be led by a Kommandeur of probably a Hauptleute (captains - OF-2) rank. https://de.wikipedia.org/wiki/Taktisches_Luftwaffengeschwader_51_„Immelmann“ Not sure if that helps. And of course, not being an expert, I could be wrong on a few details.

You had made one, but as I said, the roundel on the underwing was flipped.

These look great, Von! Nice job! Definitely post the links when you have it. Also, did you still want to fix the East German F-14 skin? The roundel is flipped under the wing. Thanks!

Me too, honestly.

Glad you guys got the chance to fly!

@wheelsup_cavu - nice landing save! Coming back damaged with limited controls is always a nail-biter.

Regarding desk mounts, I use Monstertech: https://www.monstertechusa.com/ Great product.

I haven’t heard of Kent. I’ll definitely check them out.

Hi @Slaughterton-McKillem, welcome! I'll send you an email to the address you registered with. Looking forward to talking with you more soon!

Always loved this song.

Some great music there, @Bamse! For me, I've been listening to the new Tears For Fears album. Going to see them next week.

If you love the Huey, you should definitely try and fly with @Snaggle.

Haha, thanks. Got the JF-17 update.

@Vonrd - did you want me to release another paint pack update for DCS? Or did you have more in the pipeline?

Looks like you had a great day! Love the flyover!

Hi @Viper3400, Welcome! And thanks for checking us out. I know you as Mike Force Team on the DCS forum. It's nice to get the chance to meet. I'll send you an email to the address you registered with. Looking forward to talking more.

Welcome Reinhard, Thanks for checking our squadron out! I'll send an email to the address you registered to the forums with. Additionally, I've already sent you our Discord information through PM. Looking forward to talking with you more soon!

I bump our recruitment thread on the DCS forums: https://forum.dcs.world/topic/219035-jg-1-fritz-schmenkel-north-american-european-redfor/?do=findComment&comment=5241548 As I was posting, I noticed the tailfin. Hadn't caught that before, haha.

Glad you guys got the chance to fly.

Great shots, @Bamse! Was this you and @Erhardt?

Hi @tourvillejeff47 - since this seemed to relate to DCG and IL-2 1946, I've moved it to that section. If I've misread your post, let me know and I'll move it back. Hope this helps!

Thanks!