Welcome to USAVAC
 Welcome to the U.S. Army Virtual Air Corps. Thanks for stopping by and enjoy your stay.
Exciting times are ahead as we join forces to produce 3 totally new maps for IL2.
Soar through the Virtual Skies during the Battle of Britain.
Or join the 352ndVFG as they escort bombers across the channel and into enemy territory.
Looking for that ground pounding mission at tree top level over beautiful French Country side?
It will all be possible very soon as members of our Great sim community
come together to create some new theatres to enhance our experience.
See the stories below for more info!
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 Thousands of spectators from across the globe descended on Rickenbacker
International Airport in Columbus, Ohio for the Gathering of Mustangs &
Legends. Beautiful weather, non-stop action and an incredible array of
aircraft and performers - led by the P-51 Mustang - combined to produce an
exceptional air show that created memories that will never be forgotten.
As the Legends and Aces of WWII are approaching the far side of their lives, it is imperative that those of us left behind know of their greatness. They were individuals of great character and conviction that took life personally as they fought for their country but put their life on the line for each other, they were also men and women of great talent who were the first "horse whisperers", bringing out the best in the Mustang even before the designers knew the plane could do it. Just like the plane they flew, they were a breed unto themselves. Today many of these aviation legends are disguised behind the name of grandpa or even gramma, their accomplishments in the air hidden behind a life well lived. Their family and friends not knowing that all that they have and know today is dependent on what they did over six decades ago. There were 1279 Aces in WWII of which 274 had scored 5 victories or more in the P-51 Mustang. Today there are approximately 80 surviving Mustang Aces. As rare as the Mustang has become, the men and women who made history in their cockpits are becoming even rarer. But unlike the plane, they will not be restored to grace the sky again. These pilots, both those still with us and those who have gone on are who the Gathering is for. The Legends that we are honoring at this event and the thousands of other veterans who served in fighter groups, and ground crews all over the world will be remembered for their contributions to all that we enjoy today. |
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 SgtBooze writes "Bluenoser Tales The Luftwaffe called them the "bluenosed bastards" . . . but you will call them "heroes." This is to announce the soon to be released second book about the 352nd Fighter Group of the ‘Mighty Eighth’ Air Force. "Bluenoser Tales," is an exciting action-filled collection of wartime," is an exciting action-filled collection of wartime stories by and about the pilots and airmen of one of the most highly-decorated fighter groups of World War II, It was written in the skies over Europe when this famous group, known to the Luftwaffe as the "Bluenosed Bastards of Bodney," destroyed 776 enemy aircraft, 554 in aerial combat, had 29 ‘aces’ including Major George E. Preddy, the top Mustang ace of WWII and leading ace in Europe when he was KIA by friendly fire, had four ‘aces in a day’ and destroyed 11 German Me-262 jets. This book is a tribute to their valor and their skill written in their own words. It is a book that will spend more time in your hands than on your bookshelf. An 8 x 10 hardcover edition of 384 pages printed on glossy stock.. More than 80 colorful, exciting war stories . Eleven action paintings in colorby six renowned aviation artists. meticulously researched and documented. Order prior to September 15th and enjoy a pre-publication discount of 20% off the retail price of $55. Pay only $44 plus $5.50 s&h, a total of $49.50 during this discount period only, a savings of $11.00. TO ORDER, CALL: 770-925-4678 or 1-800-857-4678 or VISIT www.unitedwriterspress.com/bnt.html Autographed copies available on request |
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 SgtBooze writes "Hello all, right now in our downloads section you will find a video created by the 352nd Virtual Fighter Groups Hall of Honor. It is dedicated to Marion "Dee" Johnson, father of 352ndRooster. Mr. Johnson proudly served us all as a member of the 352nd Fighter Group stationed out of Bodney England. It is in his honor and memory that the Squardon created this video.
Please also visit the 352nd Virtual Fighter Group Here! They have an Awesome homepage!
Marion Dee Johnson joined the 352nd FG, 486th FS, towards the end of the war, and thus, was not given his own personal P-51D to fly, however, his PRO record showed “Jackie Ann” was the name he had chosen as his aircraft name. He flew 15 combat missions with the 486th. On April 16, 1945, while strafing a German airfield, he destroyed one FW-190, one ME-109, and damaged two other enemy aircraft. He was credited with destroying over a half dozen trains. He received the Air medal with three oak leaf clusters. After the war, he flew the C-47 in the reserves. He built and managed three golf courses in Orange County, California, for thirty-five years.
Flying the P-51, the 'Cadillac' “My first flight in a P-51 Mustang was a check out ride with William Reese. What a beautiful airplane to fly. If the P-40 was the Model A, then the P-51 was the ‘Cadillac’ of fighters. We took off and headed south towards Paris, and once we arrived at the city, we flew circles around the Eiffel Tower. It was a spectacular sight to see from the air. We then left Paris and headed for a French farmhouse, of which Reese knew the location. We dropped down low and flew around the farmhouse until the family came out. Once they did, Reese wiggled the wings a few times while the family waved at us. It seems this family was part of the French Underground and had rescued Reese when he had to bail out. We then headed back towards the base. On a mission to Berlin, I was bounced by a ME-262. I thought the jet was trying to ram me, so I quickly turned to avoid him. I turned back and ended up on his tail and gave chase, but the jet was diving and was too fast.
On bomb runs, when the bombers would start their run towards the target, we would climb high and to the side of the formation in order to avoid the enemy flak. Some of the bombers would get hit by flak and were forced to leave the formation, which we would then try to protect from enemy fighters. Some of the bombers would be hit by flak and explode into a huge fireball. It was awful to see. After escorting the bombers from the target back to allied airspace, we were free to look for targets of opportunity. We would strafe German airfields, flak towers, trains or barges. We had one pilot in the 352nd who was of Polish descent, who hated German trains, and he was credited with destroying over 50 of them. Strafing runs were very dangerous. I got an Me-109 and FW-190 on one mission. I started shooting at 150 feet while diving down, and ended up about 50 feet off the deck, guns blazing away. I flew right over the enemy plane as it was burning. I had to make an emergency landing in Belgium after strafing an airfield, due to enemy fire hitting my plane. You would make only one or two runs on an airfield, as they would be looking for you after you made your initial pass.”
Bio provided by High Iron Illustrations"
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