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Info before you Join

If you are thinking of joining JSW, that's great news, we welcome everyone who wants in. However, note that we operate trimmed-down British military operating procedures (unclassified) taught to us by current and ex mil pilots, which can take a good amount of effort to learn and then execute to a decent standard. In short, focus into the mindset of a professional military fast jet pilot rather than an extra in TopGun 2, this isn't a casual DCS group.

Upon joining Joint Strike Wing, you will join 4Sqn OCU (Operational Conversion Unit). Both recruits for 801NAS and 11Sqn will start on 4Sqn to learn the basics before advancing on to their respective sqns. 

Firstly, you will begin the OCU on the Hawk (T-45 mod). By flying the Hawk, you will be introduced to JSW's SOP. Our procedures are watered down RAF & Navy standards for DCS use. Your instructors will explain everything from the ground up, so there will be no need to worry about prior knowledge.

There are 8 sorties to complete on the OCU, involving: 

• Basics: general handling (if needed), circuits, tactical turns

• ACM (Air Combat Manouvering)

• Nav & Time on Target

• ATC-assisted operations (Precision approach radar talk down etc)

• Night flying

• and more...

Why do we use the T45? Why not start on our airframe of choice?

In a simple yet effective aircraft, the slower pace allows you more time to think, accompanied by basic instruments that force you to learn the principles first, without the help of advanced jet tech.

What we look for in training

We do not chop students if they struggle throughout the OCU, if you need extra training then we will be happy to help. Though the instructors will equip you with the knowledge needed, JSW will be looking for the return effort from our newest potential members. Lots of time is invested by our instructors in training new pilots, regardless of skill. It is painful to see when their trainees do not honour it. 

A good piece of advice is to complete the OCU quickly. The longer you postpone training between sorties, the more you will forget which will leave you lost in future sorties.

Don't worry if you feel behind at stages, and put your best foot forward.
The instructors are there to help.

Most important of all... Have fun with it, it's why we are here!