Yep, like Steve wrote, there is no need for the exact course at the beginning of the approach, nor there is need for the exact parallel course. So I use to take an optimal approach course = target's bearing about 80 degrees left / right. I would say, more often than in 9 cases out of 10 you get yourself in a good position - even when the target is fast one. That's one good reason to use OAC actually: If the target is very fast, like for example task forcec usually are, you'll get yourself at least into the torpedorange. If you would try to parallel course technic in approach when you are dealing with task force, well... you know what happens: Not a single possibility for launching the eels.

Personally I use parallel course only for shadowing, or for the angled shots in the case I'm attacking on convoy on the surface.

-RC-

Take the first position reading and start the clock. Then make a rough AoB estimation and turn to an approximately parallel course. Go Flank. Collect 13 minutes of data (5 points, 4*3.15minute intervals) = good course/speed estimate. And by that time yer way ahead of her and turning in for the close charge at 90 degrees. Dive, approach within 500m, and send a T2 keel shot. If she misses/doesn't detonate, fire a fast T1 to the engine room on impact. Works most of the time. It's harder with convoys because the side escorts tend to chase you off when you're collecting data.

Kb

As I am still in my trusty Type IIA, I make a little prayer that the loner is heading towards me because chasing is just so difficult. :damn:

H. Wood wrote:



Give a try for OAC. You'll be surprised.


-RC-