NEW MEMBER APPLICATION

RECRUITING STATUS: OPEN

Prospective members must be proficient in all basic skills of their aircraft, including (but not limited to): startup, field takeoff/landing, aerial refueling, formation flying, and CASE I recovery. Ideally, prospective members are familiar with basic combat systems employment. While advanced tactics or combat systems knowledge is not required, these skills will be taught during our Fleet Readiness Training Plan (FRTP), which is based on real-world training. Virtual CVW-17 has a distinct SOP-driven manner of operations that will take new pilots some time to learn, so only pilots who meet the above prerequisite skill levels will currently be considered.

Limited Recruiting:

CVW-17 is focusing on quality over quantity, now that we are in our Fleet Replacement Squadron Phase we are happy to onboard new members. Note however that a level of skill with your prospective airframe is required. This type of DCS playstyle does not suit everyone and as such we look for members that are already somewhat experienced.

We encourage you to take your time with the application process. Virtual CVW-17 is a community, and prospective members who will find us to be a good fit will take the time to help us get to know them through their responses. This application has evolved over the last two years as Wing leadership has learned valuable lessons, and it now serves to provide as much information as possible about how the Wing operates, right up front. We do this because we value your time, as well as our own. There are many options out there for enjoying DCS in a multiplayer environment, and we want everyone to find their right fit. For those seeking an authentic representation of Carrier Naval Aviation with a group of enthusiasts who love this as much as you do, we look forward to receiving your application!


Requirements to join:

  • Be 18 Years or older (waivers can be requested)

  • Own a Functioning HOTAS

  • Own some kind of Face/head Tracker or VR

  • Own The DCS Supercarrier module and Nevada Map. (2025 Deployment map to be decided).

  • Own either the F/A-18C Hornet, or F-14B Tomcat

  • Operate the Jet and all its systems

  • Be able to fly formation

  • Be able to fly a proper CASE I recovery

  • Be able to fly tactical formation