BF 109F-4/Trop INTERCEPTION TRAINING

As the Bf 109 was the Luftwaffe's most
common fighter, it was often used to
intercept and break up Allied bomber
formations.  However, because its top
speed was only 386 mph, the 109 was
quite vulnerable to the defensive fire
of the bombers.  Its inline, liquid-
cooled engine was also prone to being
damaged easily, especially as compared
to the air-cooled, radial-engined
FW 190.  Many Bf 109s were eventually
relegated to flying top cover for the
190s, while these aircraft attacked
the bombers.

                    YOUR MISSION

You and your wingman must take off and
intercept a formation of B-17s before
they bomb their target.  The bombers have
two P-47s escorting them, but concentrate
on the bombers.  If a P-47 gets on your
tail, try to shake him, but don't let the
bombers reach their target.
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