jabo wrote:
Axis took it to the Allies in Frame 2 at least on the ground. They closed 5 locations to the Allied 2. This means they moved the front south 15 locations and have pushed down through the Monastir Gap into Central Greece.
In Frame 3 the fighting will again be over the mountainous central region with no ground attacks allowed in columns 6-12. Squads may base there but the focus will be to the west where the German tanks have busted through and the Albanian front where Greek forces are threatened with encirclement.
Summary of score will be up on Saturday but the new map should allow planning for Frame 3.
The 352nd will provide a Frame CO for Frame 3. COs and Flight Planners are encouraged to take a look at basing opportunities for the Frame. Based on what you have seen in the first two Frames, please post target(s) that you feel are realistic for the distances and number of objects at the selected fields. The enemy appears to have a host of targets which can be attacked prior to anyone's arrival. We also have forward airfields which "could" be lost to enemy attacks. Targets selected by Groups wishing forward basing need to be those that can be closed on the first trip there just in case rebasing to the rear is required. All CO and Flight Planner suggestions will be considered prior to Orders being issued.
Personal observations from Frame 2 included:
AAA seemed to be "dialed-up" a bit from Frame 1.
GV hardness seemed to vary from Frame 1.
EDIT:
It would also be handy if each Group could advise as to their aircraft of choice for the Frame. Additionally, if you happen to select the Hurri IIB, please advise if you find any value to carrying the bombs.