41st VSFS Black Aces
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41st VFS special operating procedures
Overview
The 41st Virtual Fighter Squadron (VFS) "Black Aces" is a carrier-based F-14B(U) strike fighter squadron deployed aboard the USS Abraham Lincoln (CVN-72). The squadron takes its name, identity, and doctrine from 41st VFS Black Aces: A distinguished US Navy strike fighter squadron established in 1950 and renowned for its combat record, operational excellence, and carrier-based fighter tradition.
The 41st VFS strives to honour that legacy by embracing the professionalism, discipline, and combat effectiveness of the real Black Aces, integrating authentic US Navy carrier procedures, tactical doctrine, and mission planning into every virtual operation.
Carrier Operations and Procedures
The USS Abraham Lincoln (CVN-72) is the beating heart of our operations. All mission-ready pilots in our squadron are expected to be comfortable operating to, on, and from the carrier.
Case I Procedures (work in progress)
Case III Procedures (work in progress)
Carrier Communications and Phraseology (CATCC)
Landing Signal Officer (LSO) Guide
Tactical Procedures (WIP)
Tactical Procedures will cover how we fight together.
Air to Ground Tactics
Air to Air Tactics
- Beyond Visual Range (BVR)
- Basic Fighter Maneuvers (BFM)
- Combat Air Patrol (CAP)
- Air combat manoeuvring (ACM)
General Flight Procedures (WIP)
General Flight Procedures will cover how we fly together.
Airfield operations (Shore-based)
Resources and Files
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[Link to livery, when livery]
14th VFS Kneeboard (Checklists + Quick Reference Guides + LTAG Aerodrome and Tacan Approach Charts)
41st VFS Checkride Informations
NATOPS FLIGHT MANUAL 01-F14AAP-1 (Aug, 2001)
Heatblur F-14 Manual (June, 2026)