Aces High is a Virtual Squadron, but one that is organized and has a great reputation in the Game Zone -- and we want to keep it that way. Remember that when you have the AH_Tag and are in uniform, how you act reflects on all AH members, so make that action a positive one.

Article I: Conduct

Those Combat Flight Simulator pilots who have chosen to join the Aces High Squadron are considered Officers and Gentlemen and will conduct themselves as such while wearing the Aces High Uniform. Each member is considered "in uniform" when wearing the AH_Tag in front of his/her name.

Conduct Unbecoming an Officer whether reported to or witnessed by another Aces High member will take the incident to the appropriate higher level in the Chain of Command for disciplinary action or actions.

Disciplinary actions could be:
1.  Verbal Warning
2.  Probation
3.  Reduction in Rank/and or Position
4.  Dismissal from the Aces High Squadron.  Dismissal from Aces High will only occur if 2 or more General Officers feel it necessary.

Some offenses that may exacerbate disciplinary actions:
A.  Making improper remarks relating to someone’s race, gender, sexual preference, age, religion, national origin or ethnic background.
B.  Using “bad” language deemed inappropriate in mixed company.
C.  Displaying inappropriate behavior while in the game rooms, such as arguing with other players or calling someone a cheater.
Note:  It is appropriate to ask if a plane is stock, but it is not appropriate to argue the point in this setting. If one were not satisfied that a player is honest about his plane then the appropriate action would be to leave the room. Many of the more experienced pilots in AH have been accused of cheating by less experienced flyers. If the person was cheating, arguing the point in a room full of other people just makes the AH Squadron look bad and will not be tolerated.
D.  For not showing the proper respect for those officers of higher rank. Our rank structure begins with 2LT (second Lieutenant), then 1LT (first Lieutenant), CPT (Captain), MAJ (Major), LTC (Lieutenant Colonel), COL (Colonel), and the General Ranks (1 to 5 Stars).
E.  Arguing in public with any other Aces High Members.
F.  Taking an unfair advantage while playing the CFS Game. This could be Slewing, using Auto-follow of any kind, using aircraft that have been modified (made to be stronger, quicker, more powerful weaponry, invisible, more difficult to kill etc.).
G.  Using modified aircraft while in uniform on the zone. You may own any aircraft that you wish, just don’t fly them when wearing the AH_Tag and you will not associate yourself in any way, shape, or form with the Aces High Squadron.
H. Failing to participate, i.e., consistently not making Wing Meetings without prior arrangements, Wing or Squadron Missions, Competitions, or not flying enough. Each Member is to sign into his assigned Wing Guest Book prior to flying. This is how we keep track of who is or isn’t showing up.
I.  Making negative comments about Aces High or its members to other Squadrons. Most of the squadrons' leaders communicate frequently.
J.  Flying with another CFS Squadron in their uniform while still a member of Aces High Squadron.  Members may be asked to consider stepping down or may be removed from a position if they are found to be ineffective in that position. That could be from not showing adequate concern or dedication to the position of authority or not putting in enough time to properly manage those people placed in his/her charge.


Article II: Promotion

The Wing Commanders have the authority to promote 2LT through Captain, which should be recommended by the Flight Leaders and fully discussed before a decision is made.  The General Officers have the authority to promote Majors and higher ranks, which should be recommended by the Wing Commanders and fully discussed before a decision is made.

Achieving rank is not solely dependent upon flying ability, attitude, time spent flying or contributions to AH but a sum total of all these attributes.

Article III: Rank Responsibilities

2LT’s responsibilities are to read and understand the Code of Conduct and the Squadron Regulations, to learn the proper respect for those of higher rank, to gain greater flying skills and to have fun being a member of a squadron.

1LT’s responsibilities are to ensure that the 2LT’s get the proper orientation and direction needed to fit into AH’s scheme of things. You may be asked to be a Flight Leader or the wingman for the Flight Leader.

CPT’s responsibilities are to ensure the proper training of the less experienced officers. You may be asked to be a Flight Leader or hold other positions of authority in the Wing. As Flight Leaders, recommendations for promotion, acknowledgement of achievements or recommendations for disciplinary action should come from you to the Wing Commander.

MAJs, LTCs and COLs will oversee the training of the less experienced pilots, provide good role models for them and provide the others with solid mature leadership, as well as ensuring the wishes of the General Staff is followed.

General Staff will provide effective leadership and vision for the running of Aces High and will answer to All of the Aces High members.


Article IV: Recruiting of Members

Only Captains and above can recruit new members to Aces High and must have at least one other Aces High Member in the room to assist.

Recruitment is for that Wing so make sure the tryout pilot normally flies in your time zone. Other Wing Members may be asked to assist another Wing in helping to recruit. General Officers may recruit for any wing they wish.

There will be no more than 4 in a room. One or two to test and at least two AH to do the testing. However a General Officer may inspect the recruitment proceedings at any time.

Look for the best people, not the best pilots. They are not always one and the same.

Recruiters should ask questions to get to know the person and to collect necessary information about the pilot. This information will help you decide what kind of person they are and whether they are AH material or not. After you know they are truly interested in joining, send them to the COC and have them read and agree to abide to it. Ask if they can follow the chain of command and commit time to AH and flying online. Ask them about making meetings and how often and when they will be able to fly. Ask about country, time zone, age, and how long they've been flying online. Before going to the flight testing, get their email address and add them into your ZoneFriends in case there is a problem launching.

Make the testing lengthy enough to test the possible recruit’s patience and attitude.

Make the exercise tough enough with enough variables to test how well a pilot understands and follows instructions. An example might be, landing on the runway, taxiing up and parking next to you, turning off the engine, starting the engine, taking off and then fighting one of the AH members. This is lengthy with enough variables to test patience, attitude, how well they understand the instructions, how well they follow the instructions, and finally, how well they fly. We can teach them how to fly better but we can’t change a bad attitude or impatience. It is okay to turn candidates down.

Have the selected recruit pick a name and change their zone nickname to AH_Yourname. Have them go to the AH main page, and then go to recruit page with password and sign in.  Then have them return to contact you so that you know whether he/she had difficulties or not.