With the recent identification of several areas where there was room for improvement in our training infrastructure and practices, activities began this afternoon with a number of piloten meeting at Northeim and moving out beyond the asteroid field toward Offenbach to work on some relatively basic fighter control and turning techniques. There is much to be said for having a solid grasp of basic techniques, and of course one can never train too much, no matter what their rank or skill level. After some sparring and exchange of tips and technical information, we had the privilege of receiving a time allocation for the services of Leutnant Liona Jones of the former Hessian Tears Squadron from das Oberkommando. Much was learned during this session regarding damage limitation in group combat scenarios, as well as various other useful combat and flight tips. On behalf of those involved, I cannot stress enough the value of the session. Aside from the individual combat skill aspect, it is clear that we should place some emphasis on discipline, communication, and teamwork. We were found wanting a little in these areas, partly due to infamiliarity with standard protocols (which is understandable for the newer additions to das Armee), and a lack of familiarity with some of the recently revised training practices. Still, any negative is simply an opportunity for improvement, and overall there were no major issues. The issues that were identified were adressed there and then, so no further action should be required. All in all, the session was extremely productive, and I have no doubt it will serve our front line forces well and save many lives in the battles against the Rheinwehr and the Corsair savages form the south.
Target: RHA
Kameraden.
As many of you know we had a very productice training session today with the assistance of Leutnant Jones, but I would like to add the we should perhaps divert some of our focus to fundamental matters such as discipline, communication and teamwork. Many of you understand this already, but for those that do not; in a group combat scenario, camaraderie with your fellow piloten and understanding their capabilities/strengths/weaknesses so that we can fight and protect eachother more effectively as a unit is crucial. If piloten put individual goals ahead of following orders or doing what is best for the group (whether it is in simple training exercises or in combat or general demeanor), or are simply too quick to point out others mistakes in a less than productive or courteous manner in combat/training scenarios, that camaraderie may suffer, and in the end our efficiency in group combat situations may suffer. We cannot allow this to happen. The same can be said for communication during combat or training exercises. We should always be aware that unneeded or vague communications during these times can actually harm our effectiveness as a unit. With that said, I found todays session very productive and thank you all for that. We must continue to train and build on the foundations that Leutnant Jones has provided amongst ourselves and our immediate superiors, as we do not know when we will be fortunate enough to receive an allocation of her time from das Oberkommando again. What we do know of course is that das Oberkommando will always be watching us to make sure we progress as required, in each of the key areas - discipline, communication, teamwork, and individual combat skill.
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