Convoy Problems

[TarJak]

Originally Posted by PapaG39

Lots of good information here. I am drawing it out on paper & then I'll go try it.

One main point you all brought out is going to "silent running" when approaching.
I will definately correct that error and add it to my approach procedures manual...lol. It just never entered my mind to do in while approaching the target.

I am just ahead of the convoy at 0730 so I'll just stay here & watch how things work throughout the day & plan for tonights attack.

One thing I have going for me is that Liberty Cargo I hit with a single torpedo. It is blazing away & sending up a lot of smoke. That makes it easier to keep track of the convoys position from a distance..

One of the reasons you may be having problems with is the fact that you are being detected and therefore the convoy starts its defensive routine of zigzag maneuvering. If you go silent and stay stealthy you should not see the convoy zigzag until after you hit your first target. Surprise and stealth are your greatest assets as a UBoat commander.