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Finback · 02-09-07, 01:47 AM

Great synopsis of a a good mid-war attack!!!!

As far as escorts only pinging if they have a reason... The escorts ALWAYS have a reason to ping. They're looking for U-Boats. Historically, the escorts used active most of the time over passive when leading a convoy.

Also: If I find myself too close to an escorts path, I frequently turn and put it at my 150 if his AOB is =>1. I then do a slow turn to starboard and try to keep as much range from as possible while I work away from his patrol path. When he is at "constant distance" I then cut back in behind him. If his AOB is <=359, I put him to my 210 and do the same thing to port. If his AOB is 0 I start going deep :hmm: .

Every situation is a bit different though so sometimes you have to risk it or guess the best tactic. Also--don't forget that are 5 levels of escort crew experience!!! Elite escorts can be tough to get around.

Cheers!!!

02-09-07, 01:47 AM	#11
Finback Electrician's Mate Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: Wisconsin Posts: 138 Downloads: 0 Uploads: 0	Great synopsis of a a good mid-war attack!!!! As far as escorts only pinging if they have a reason... The escorts ALWAYS have a reason to ping. They're looking for U-Boats. Historically, the escorts used active most of the time over passive when leading a convoy. Also: If I find myself too close to an escorts path, I frequently turn and put it at my 150 if his AOB is =>1. I then do a slow turn to starboard and try to keep as much range from as possible while I work away from his patrol path. When he is at "constant distance" I then cut back in behind him. If his AOB is <=359, I put him to my 210 and do the same thing to port. If his AOB is 0 I start going deep :hmm: . Every situation is a bit different though so sometimes you have to risk it or guess the best tactic. Also--don't forget that are 5 levels of escort crew experience!!! Elite escorts can be tough to get around. Cheers!!!