AAS-SCG IL-2 Tank Crew PvP Event - 'Battle for Gyrla' - Summer 41 - Sunday, July 20th!

July 8

Advance and Secure (AAS) and SCG are organizing Sunday, July 20th, 2025, an IL-2 Great Battles TC PVP mission about a fictional battle on the Finnish Front - 'Battle for Gyrla - Summer '41'.

Don't miss this Advance and Secure & SCG Tank Crew Event...
IMPORTANT: You don't need to own the new IL-2 module Odessa - Leningrad to play this mission.

Date & Time: Sunday, July 20th (your time zone will be shown after signing up on Discord)
Discord for coms: AAS (Advance and Secure)
Event Server: will be confirmed on the day of the event.

To register, please confirm your interest (register) in the AAS discord invitation.

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You can find more information about the event on the Advance and Secure Discord - Events channel!

https://discord.gg/q8QxE5jU
This link is temporary. If it doesn't work, please send me a message.

Important: For this mission, we will have tanks and planes:

* Planes are essential for completing the side mission (Para Drop), so please try to work as a team to protect the Para Drop near the Battle zone.

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This event is open to all IL-2 Great Battles pilots & Tank Crew players (tankers and crews).
Please spread the word to all Pilots and Tankers players you may know!
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Tank and plane Skins:
For this event, we recommend downloading the following "Skins Pack": Advance and Secure (AAS) and the SCG Tank Regiment available on HSD (Haluter's Skin Downloader). Skins for this new battle (Finnish-Russian)! Be sure to download the latest skins package with HSD (Haluter Skins Downloader).

Cheers,
GenMarkof007
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Edited July 19 by GenMarkof007

July 8

The short storyline of the Battle for Gyrla!
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First AAS-SCG Tank Crew PvP Event on the NEW Odessa Map!
Fictional Battle for Gyrla, Finnish-Russian War - Summer '41 (WWII)

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In the summer of 1941, amidst the forests and rivers in eastern Finland, the small village of Gyrla became the focal point of a fierce armoured confrontation. The Finnish 303rd Panzer Division, a highly mobile unit recently equipped with captured and German-supplied Pz II and Stug III tanks, was tasked with holding the eastern flank of the Karelian region. Despite being outnumbered, their knowledge of the rugged terrain and defensive ingenuity made them a formidable force.

On July 20th, 1941, the 20th Russian Armoured Brigade launched a determined assault from the east, spearheaded by T-34 and KV-1 tanks, supported by motorized infantry and artillery. Their goal: to punch through the Finnish lines and seize Gyrla, a key logistical point on the road to Lake Ladoga.

The Finnish defenders, entrenched in the pine-covered ridges and camouflaged in hidden bunkers, used ambush tactics to devastating effect. Under the command of Colonel Antti Vanhala, the 303rd coordinated a counter-attack with Panzer III tanks and repurposed Soviet armour, striking the Russian flanks as they attempted to push into the village.

Good Luck to all pilots and tankers!
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Mission conditions:

- July 20th, 1941 - 1030 hours.
- Very cloudy with light winds from the Southwest.

- Temperature: 24 °C.
- Mission duration: 3 hours + 10 minutes at the start (waiting time before the start signal)

- NO Intel available to the commanders (weather didn't help getting info!)
- Please wait for the start signal and message before rolling out of the tank bases or the Airfields.
- Tankers must be at all times inside the Black Zone for Tank Battles. Please spread the word if you see one of the tankers on your side not respecting this rule!

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Cheers,
GenMarkof007
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Finnish Tank Set for this Battle!
Not shown, 2 x Panther, available only if the side mission is completed.

Finnish Plane Set for this Battle!
Numbers are very limited and only 12 Para Drop planes... be very careful with them!

Russian Tank Set for this Battle!
Not shown, 2 x Su-152, available only if the side mission is completed.

Russian Plane Set for this Battle!
Numbers are very limited and only 12 Para Drop planes... be very careful with them!

*The I-153 is only available if you have bought the latest module, IL-2 Odessa - Leningrad.

Edited July 20 by GenMarkof007

July 8

Skins set for the Finnish faction planes - the Battle of Gyrla!
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All skins for tanks and planes are available in the skin pack - AAS (Advance and Secure) and SCG Tank Regiment. Skins to use in the Fictional Battle of Gyrla, Finnish-Russian War - Summer '41 (WWII)

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Finnish Plane skins for the bf109-F2

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Finnish Plane skins for the MC202-Italian

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Finnish Plane skins for the JU-52 - Para Drop mission

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We might add some photos of other skins that might be great to have; you will need to download them on HSD.
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Tank and plane Skins:
For this event, we recommend downloading the following "Skins Pack": Advance and Secure (AAS) and the SCG Tank Regiment available on HSD (Haluter's Skin Downloader). Skins for this new battle (Finnish-Russian)! Be sure to download the latest skins package with HSD (Haluter Skins Downloader).

Cheers,
GenMarkof007
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Edited July 20 by GenMarkof007

July 8

--- reminder ---

S! All IL-2 Tankers, the next AAS-SCG PvP TC Event will occur Sunday, July 20th, at 1:00 pm (EST Time NA).
When you sign up for the event (clicking interested), you will get the time for your area.

--- Here are some tips on how the AAS-SCG PvP Tank Crew Event works ---

1- Try to join the event around 15-20 minutes before the start.
2- Join your team AAS Discord chat - for coms & info from your commander (you can choose a channel for you or your squad);
3- The password will be given before we start (by the commander);
4- When inside the Event server, choose your tank base and select your tank or Airfield and your plane.
5- You can start your tank and move out of the spawn area, but you need to stay in your base (same for planes);
6- All players need to wait the 10-minute delay before the start.
7- When the start signal (siren) is given, you can start moving to the village of Gyrla - signs at each base will give you the direction to go.
8- The Axis (Finnish) need to defend the village of Gyrla (you must find the flag and then protect it);
9- The Allies (Russian) need to capture the flag and wait for the confirmation message that the town has been taken;
10- You can Re-Arm, Re-Fuel and Repair by going back to your tank base;
11- For the RRR, find the blue smoke (for the Allied) and the red smoke (for the Axis) at the tank spawns;
12- You can take any of the tanks or flak trucks. For the big tanks, please verify with your commander.
13- We ask that all players have the grass ON in the game settings.

14- When in-game, always verify that you are inside the BLACK Zone (Battle area for tanks) - if not sure, open the map and zoom that area (the black icon is you);
15- For a more enjoyable time, you are invited to download the skins pack from the Haluter Skin Downloader (HSD).
16- Please try to stay until the end of the mission (3-hour mission), so that you can help your team - it's a team coop mission;
17- All players are invited to take photos or video clips in-game to share after on our IL2 Tank Crew - General Discussion post.
18- If you have any other questions, please ask them a few days before the Event!

Important note about downloading the skins: It takes time to download the tank skins on HSD, Please try to do it a few days before the event. For those wondering why you need the AAS-SCG pack, so you can see your teammate's tank and/or plane skins!

See you all at the event & have fun!
Cheers, GenMarkof
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Edited July 18 by GenMarkof007

July 10

It may be me, i don't use discord ... i can't get that link to work? I would like to join in and maybe bring a few players. thanks

July 10

On 7/10/2025 at 11:18 AM, KG3_Trozz said:

It may be me, i don't use discord ... i can't get that link to work? I would like to join in and maybe bring a few players. thanks

S! @KG3_Trozz

Thank you for your message, and I apologize for the Discord link not working.
I hope you can join us along with a few of your players.

https://discord.gg/q8QxE5jU
Temporary Invite Link.

Cheers, GenMarkof007

Edited July 19 by GenMarkof007

July 11

S! All IL-2 Tankers, the next AAS-SCG PvP TC Event will occur:
Sunday, July 20th, at 1:00 pm (EST Time NA).

--- A few questions and answers to help you with your first time in the PvP TC Event ---

Q1: At what time should I get on AAS Chat Discord? A: Each team (player) should be online on the AAS Team Chat Discord at least 15-20 minutes before the start of the event so that you can organize and talk strategy. We might wait a few minutes so that we have enough tankers to start the mission. Thanks for your understanding.

Q2: What must I do when I spawn inside the mission? A: When you enter the mission, please zoom the map area so that you can see the Tank spawns (or Airfield) and select the one you want to spawn in. Be careful, if you spawn on the wrong side, a penalty of 120 minutes (1 hour) will be needed to spawn back on your side!!!

Q3: When can I start moving when I get on the server? A: Each team need to wait 10 minutes (waiting time) before starting the mission. A message and a siren will inform the start of the mission. After spawning, you can move from the spawn area so that other players can spawn, but you need to stay in your base.

Q4: How do I repair, refuel or rearm (RRR)? A: For tankers, locate the blue smoke for Axis forces or the red smoke for Allied forces at each tank spawn point, and then stop your engine near that area. The airfields use yellow smoke for RRR. Please keep in mind that it is not possible to re-arm (add parachute troops), so complete your flight and then take a new parachute drop plane. Your plane will reappear on the list of available planes.

Q5: Why do I need to stay in the Black Zone Area? A: Since the main task for the Axis is to defend the flag and for the Allies to take it, this will give you enough space for the main battles. Be careful, even in the black area, you may have AI AT guns in each zone near enemy spawns. If you stay inside the town area, you won't be shot by AT guns, just by enemy tanks!

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Q6: Why is the flag not moving when I am beside it? A: If the flag is not moving, a good chance an enemy tank is near the radius of the flag. You need to eliminate it before the flag can move.

Q7: Why do I need to download the skin packs on HSD? A: These skin packs (AAS) and (SCG) are made to have a more immersive time when tanking or flying in multiplayer missions or PvP TC events. Also, most tank skins are made by the IL-2 Tank Crew community.

Q8: Why am I always getting disconnected from the server? A: If your PING (Internet connection) is too high, you might get disconnected. We are trying our best to have a tick delay lower than 7, which helps the CPU on the server!

Q9: Why are we using this tank set? A: For each (PvP Event), we are trying to find the tanks that will fit the best with the scenario. As you know, the numbers and types of tanks are very limited in IL-2 Tank Crew module.

Q10: Why fictional battles? A: We are always looking for interesting new missions for our TC PvP Event. Many times, we have to design a fictional battle since we lack missions, maps, tanks, planes, and much more!

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Q11: The parachute drop planes on each side do not carry the same number of parachutes.? A: However, we calculated the percentages based on the number of parachutes in each plane, ensuring that both sides achieve the same number of drops to reach 100%. Fighters should try to escort and protect the Parachute Drop planes. Each side only has 12 Para Drop planes.

Q12: When I spawn, where do I go for the Battle (after the mission start signal)? A: When you spawn, you will see base signs, just follow the arrows. If you see signs (do not pass = noway), that means this is not the way to the Battle.

Q13: If I'm not able to play the complete 3 hours? A: No worries, just let it know to your commander. That way, he might use another strategy when you leave. We do ask that most players stay the full 3 hours so that you can help your team until the end.

Q14: Can we give some comments after the event? A: Absolutely, we will do a fresh debrief after the event or a few days after, all are welcome to join us. Just try not to be too hard when saying things, bad or good, this will help a lot!

Q15: Why are the Finnish spawns with the Italian flag? A: We don't have a faction for the Finnish, so we are using the Italian icon. However, in the game, you will see German flags at the spawns and for the flags that need to be captured.

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Edited July 19 by GenMarkof007

July 13

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S! All, just a few updates for tomorrow AAS-SCG TC PvP Event
Date: Sunday, July 20th - 1:00 PM (EST Time)
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- The event will take place.
- You can have multiple crews in your tank.
- This mission will be conducted exclusively in first-person view.
- Due to time constraints before the event, no Google Doc will be created to select your side or your tank/plane.

- After completing the side mission, two large tanks will spawn every 45 minutes.
- The tanks must stay within the Black Zone at all times for tank battles. (You may not shoot any tanks if you are outside the Black Zone.)

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Please spread the word to all your friends, tankers or pilots!
If you haven't signed up yet, please do so. This will help us know how many players will be joining us.

Cheers, GenMarkof

Edited July 19 by GenMarkof007

July 20

----- Important tips for the Allies - for Today Event -----

1- When selecting your side... be careful, a penalty of 2 hours is given to anyone spawning on the wrong side!!!

2- When spawning, please wait the 10-minute waiting time until the siren signals the start of the mission, and you can move at that time.

3. For tank battles, you must remain within the Black Zone on the in-game map at all times. You can view your tank icon by zooming in on the map.
4. After the game starts, you need to locate and capture the flag located in the Village of Gyrla.
5. For the side mission, you must drop 100% of your Para Drops to acquire two heavy tanks (2 x Su-152).
6. You will have a total of 12 Para Drop planes for this side mission. Be sure to return to the Airfield by landing to complete the mission. Note that you cannot re-arm the paratroopers at the Airfield; return the plane, and it will be available again in the listing.

7- If the Allies take the flag until they get a message, they will win the Battle of Gyrla!

----- Important tips for Axis - for Today Event -----

1- When selecting your side... be careful, a penalty of 2 hours is given to anyone spawning on the wrong side!!!

2- When spawning, please wait the 10-minute waiting time until the siren signals the start of the mission, and you can move at that time.

3- For tank battles, you must remain within the Black Zone on the in-game map at all times. You can view your tank icon by zooming in on the map.
4. After the game starts, you need to locate and defend the flag located in the Village of Gyrla.

5. For the side mission, you must drop 100% of your Para Drops to acquire two heavy tanks (2 x Panther).
6. You will have a total of 12 Para Drop planes for this side mission. Be sure to return to the Airfield by landing to complete the mission. Note that you cannot re-arm the paratroopers at the Airfield; return the plane, and it will be available again in the listing.

7- If the Axis defend the flag for 3 hours, they will win the Battle of Gyrla!

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For more info, tips, tanks and plane skins, please read above.
And good luck!
GenMarkof007

Edited yesterday at 03:37 PM by GenMarkof007

July 20

----- Important tips for Pilots (Allies and Axis) - for Today Event -----

1. At each airfield, you will find the following: landing fires, landing markers, a runway indicator line, an airfield tower with a windsock, and many other items. When taking off, try to take a picture of the surroundings, as this will help to return to it.
2. Please taxi to the landing fires (runway) before taking off.
3. When landing, select the side with the landing fires and markers. There will be two sections marked with yellow smoke where you can refuel, re-arm, and repair your aircraft.

4. We strongly recommend avoiding the enemy airfield, as anti-aircraft artillery (AAA) is very dangerous, and you may lose a plane unnecessarily. Instead, focus on assisting with the parachute drop and supporting ground troops (tanks).
5. Regarding the flak sectors on each side, we recommend staying away from them, as they are known to target and destroy enemy planes.

6. Given that the cloud level is quite low for today's event (latest weather report), exercise caution during parachute drops. Each drop zone is very hilly and surrounded by forests. Remember, if a paratrooper lands in the forest, they may not survive, and the drop will not count.
7. Ground troops (special units) are already deployed near the drop zone. They will assist you in determining where to drop your troops. A message will confirm when you get 100% of the drop done!
8. To return to base (airfield), look for city fires to help guide you home.

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For more info, tips, tanks and plane skins, please read above.
And good luck!
GenMarkof007

July 21

S! All IL-2 Tankers and pilots
A special thank you to all the players who attended the event yesterday!

--- Here are some photos taken at the AAS-SCG PvP Tank Crew Event ---
*To any players that attended the event, feel free to add some photos...

The Village of Gyrla... before the tank battle! A Village between hills, a river and a small forest.

Finnish Tank Spawn... with tanks leaving for the front!

Finnish tanks leaving for the front!

Intro message inside an I-16 moving to the Village of Gyrla.

Intro message inside an MC202 moving to the Village of Gyrla from Finnish Airfield at Husi.

7/21/2025 taken at the Battle of Gyrla Event.

Edited July 21 by GenMarkof007

July 21

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S! All, First of all, I want to congratulate the Russian Allies for capturing the village of Gyrla in just under two hours. Overall, I believe that most aspects of the event worked well. However, we might have encountered one issue: when the Russians were at the flag, we didn’t receive the notification.

I want to thank all the players who participated today, and I truly hope to see you at the next AAS-SCG TC PvP event. If you’re interested in repeating this mission, we could consider doing it again around September and switch sides (with some minor changes from the feedback).

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Cheers to all,
GenMarkof
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Allied / Russian Victory after taking the flag in the Village of Gyrla !

Russian T-34 rushing to the Battle with Infantry...

After Battle - Russians looking at a Finnish Stug III.

The Finnish StuG III made every effort to remain hidden.

7/21/2025

Edited July 21 by GenMarkof007

July 23

Hello all,

First, congratulations, the event was so fun. I share with you a little resume of the Battle of Gyrla.
From E69_Wildat, Escuadron 69

Escuadrón 69
IL-2 G.B. Batalla de Gyrla Tank Crew
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Special thanks for this great video!
GenMarkof007

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