Got my first kill in a long time on an open server last night...

[BlitzPig_EL]

Normally I host for the BlitzPigs, and we fly with ourselves against the AI mostly these days.  We're all a lot older now, unlike the old days when we were online against all comers almost every night in the old IL2.  So last night my friend Flyfish and I flew for a bit  on Flying Circus Flugpark 1.  We were up in D VIIs.  Been a long time since I was up in full real.  It was refreshing, if very difficult.

 

Anyway Flyfish got bagged by some Camels that were outstanding in their accuracy and BnZ tactics.  So I was alone when I spotted a dark shape at my altitude and close by.  The shape of the wings made it clear it was British.  At first I thought it was a Dolphin because of the angle, but then the rear gunner opened up!  A Bristol...   I have to admit I shuddered a bit at the thought as going up against the AI in Bristols can be a bit... sporty.  Whomever was piloting that thing was a good stick. I lost contact several times during our dance, but I was in a DVII after all, and I eventually locked on to his six, nullified his gunner, and picked his mount apart at close range.  I was able to fly home and land as well.  I know this seems like old hat to most of you that are in the WW1 birds a lot, but for me it really was gratifying.  It also pointed out how out of practice I am, but that's an issue that can be dealt with.

 

Thanks to whoever was in the Bristol for a good fight.  S!

 

[PaulTheSalty]

Welcome back! That satisfaction from a well fought fight is a hard to scratch itch.

 

I hope to meet you in the skies with a Bristol of my own!

[US103_Baer]

Good job. MP is a rush for sure.  Drop by on Thursday night. Usually a good crowd for the European and US evenings. 

 

[US41_Low]

Good job thanks for sharing ?

[J2_Seya]

Nice to see you had a great time. Hopefully we will see you guys more often