About the v303 FG

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Virtual 303rd Fighter Group

Founded August 31, 2022

About Us

We are a US-based virtual aviation group focused on modern USAF tactics, techniques, and procedures (TTPs). While we welcome members from the international community, applicants must be able to routinely fly during evening hours across US time zones. The Virtual 303rd Fighter Group currently operates the DCS A-10C II, DCS F-16C, and the DCS C-130J forming a balanced combat and airlift force within DCS World.

Our members collectively bring more than 6,200 sorties and 10,300+ multiplayer flight hours across a wide range of platforms, including the DCS A-10C, F-15E, F-16C, OH-58D, AH-64D, CH-47F, and C-130J. Active pilots fly most US evenings, with standard flight nights on Thursdays and Sundays at 1900 Eastern, and additional sorties frequently launching as late as 2100 Eastern. Several members have prior or current real-world military aviation experience across the USAF, USN, USARMY, and USMC, and we actively share that experience to elevate the group as a whole.

The Virtual 303rd Fighter Group is a mil-sim-lite organization built around disciplined training, realistic tactics, and high end combat operations without losing sight of the fact that this is a hobby. We are a close-knit, professional community that values teamwork, maturity, and a family-first mindset, fully understanding real-world commitments and responsibilities.

If this sounds like the type of squadron you’re looking for, keep an eye out for application openings. Once an application is submitted, Qualified applicants will be contacted to schedule an interview.

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Our Squadrons

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v303rd FS “KC HAWGS”

A-10C · Attack

The v303rd Fighter Squadron is elected as the Group’s founding A-10C component, endorsed by Command Staff as the virtual v303rd FS “KC HAWGS” to serve as Ground Attack mission roles.

Mission Roles: AI · CAS · FAC(A) · RECCE · SAR · SCAR · STRIKE · TRAINING

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v93rd FS “MAKOS”

F-16C · Multirole

The v93rd Fighter Squadron is elected as the Group’s multirole F-16C element, endorsed by Command Staff as the virtual v93rd FS “MAKOS” to serve as Air to Air coverage, and Air to Ground airspace defense and sanitation mission roles.

Mission Roles: AI · CAS · CAP · DEAD · DEEPSTRIKE · INTERCEPT · SEAD · STRIKE · TRAINING

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v757th AS “BLUE TIGERS”

C-130J · Airlift

The v757th Airlift Squadron is elected as the the Group’s C-130J airlift capability, supporting combat air lift operations, special missions, and logistic sustainment across theaters.

Mission Roles: AIRLIFT · AIRDROP · SAR · CSAR · SOF · TRAINING

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Mission Statement

The Virtual 303rd Fighter Group’s mission is to train virtual combat pilots, deploy precision attack aircraft, and deliver an array of air-to-ground weapons with pinpoint accuracy to win today’s virtual fight in DCS World.

Vision

We are a close-knit, relaxed mil-sim group of friends who prioritize family-first and real-world commitments. Our vision is simple: enjoy flying with friends while focusing on real-world tactics, techniques, and procedures within the confines of DCS World—relaxed realism.


Training Curriculum

Primary Courses

  • A-10C II Basic Course (B-Course)
  • F-16C Basic Course (B-Course)
  • C-130J Basic Course (B-Course)
Systems / Safety Wingman Contracts Instruments Formation Range Deconfliction ILS / IMC

Secondary Courses

  • A-10C II Mission Qualification Training (MQT)
  • F-16C Mission Qualification Training (MQT)
  • C-130J Mission Qualification Training (MQT)
SURFACE ATTACK TACTICAL EMPLOYMENT AIR COMBAT BASIC TRAINING THREAT REACTION & SURVIVABILITY TACTICAL COMMS FLIGHT PLANNING & EXECUTION

Weapons School

Weapons School is our advanced tactics program designed to sharpen instructors and flight leads across the Group through scenario-driven academics and sorties aligned to v303 TTPs.

ADVANCED MISSION PLANNING ADVANCED CAS / SEAD / CAP EXECUTION ADVANCED WEAPONS EMPLOYMENT FLIGHT LEADERSHIP

Missions & Sorties

We host a dedicated server primarily on the DCS Germany map operating out of Ramstein AB, as our homestations. When TDY/Deployed, the server runs that theater for the duration of our mission orders. Members typically fly weekly for scheduled and unscheduled sorties.

Scheduled events are published via the Flight Schedule calendar and discussed within private member areas. For weekly flight info, reach out via our forums or Discord.


We Provide Membership

Service Records
Service Records
Awards
Awards
Member-Only Chat
Member-Only Chat
ATO Mission System
ATO Mission System
Member-Only Pubs
Member-Only Pubs
Active Schedule
Active Schedule
Virtual Flightbag
Virtual Flightbag
Flightlog
Flightlog
PEX Registrar
PEX Registrar
Weekly Launches
Weekly Launches
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