Outstanding Combat Team Ribbon

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Awarded to members of a team who successfully contributed to the team strategy in an event. One star is added each time a pilot receives the award.

Contents 1 March 2010 2 February 2010 3 January 2010 4 December 2009 5 August 2009 6 July 2009 7 March 2009 8 October 2008 9 September 2008 10 August 2008 11 May 2008 12 March 2008 13 February 2008 14 January 2008 15 November 2007 16 October 2007 17 See Also

March 2010

The Aces High Squadron is awarded the Outstanding Combat Team ribbon for leading all Allied squads in kills (171) and tanks destroyed (306) during the Bloody Peleliu event. Pilots eligible for the award are:

AH_Arcangel

AH_Cheese^TO

AH_Eagle^FXO

AH_Fast_Eddy^CO

AH_Gibber

AH_Joker

AH_Longrifle^BXO

AH_Nightrider^BCO

AH_Pandora

AH_Phantom

AH_Rat_T_Tat_Tat

AH_SkyJackeL^XO

AH_Third^FCO

AH_Viper

AH_Whiskey_Pete

AH_WildCard^FL

February 2010

Flying for the Axis team, the _BANZAI_ squadron contributed significantly to the goal of capturing enemy scenes. As a squadron, they effected five triggers with eight captures and downed twenty-seven enemy planes in the Big Classic XII event. HQ recognizes their efforts by awarding the following members with the Outstanding Combat Team ribbon.

BANZAI_Devil^FCO

_BANZAI_D1ABLO_

_BANZAI_HONDA

_BANZAI_KITKAT1^RO

BANZAI_Prophet^FXO

_BANZAI_SPARKS

_Brad_Sackett^FXO

_BANZAI_Sakai^CO

BANZAI_TRUAX

Taking enemy territory was the mission for Sackett's Land Squadron members whose members forced four triggers followed by six captures and downing forty-six enemy planes. Those who flew in Big Classic XII are hereby awarded the Outstanding Team Combat ribbon.

_Lando_Sackett^FCO

_Peyote_Sackett_

_RED_Sackett^XO

_Trip_Sackett

The pilots of the VF10 squad are awarded the Outstanding Combat Team ribbon for leading the Allied team in Building Destroyed and Tanks Destroyed during the Monte Camino event. Pilots eligible for the award are:

VF10__AV__^CO

VF10_flakmagic^TO

VF10_grim14

VF10_Thunder_God^FL

VF10AF_BEAST

VF10AF_EOcrashCB

VF10AF_MAXxxx^XO

VF10AF_WarDogsMC^ACO

VF10AH_GhostRdr_^BXO

VF10AH_Oldman^BCO

The AH squad is awarded the Outstanding Combat Team ribbon for leading the Allies with 143 planes destroyed during the Monte Camino event. Pilots eligible for the award are:

AH_Angry_Raven

AH_Eagle^FXO

AH_Groucho^ACO

AH_Kreature

AH_Longrifle^BXO

AH_Nightrider^BCO

AH_The_Code

AH_Third^FCO

AH_Whiskey_Pete

January 2010

For their actions in flying transports and providing escort and pre-drop airstrikes during the last hour of the Bobdubi Ridge battle, which helped to turn the tide toward victory, the Outstanding Team Combat ribbon is awarded to the following players:

BGP_Helmutt^CO

JG51_Sassy_^XO

L_Zu91_Odein_Ka^CO

SIR_FACE_BOMBER^BCO

Hells_Blue_Rhino^DO

KOSHIN_Haru^FCO

SIR_PENT^DO

Hells_xMADDMANNx^RO

BGP_Mauser^XO

SIR_Perior^CO

KOSHIN_BENTEN^CO

JG51_HARRY1

December 2009

For flying the bombers that were crucial in the eventual Axis victory during the Donets Corridor event, the following players are awarded the Outstanding Combat Team ribbon:

_HC_BakerSix

_HC_chesse

_HC_yammont1

_WILD__SLICKY_BOY^FL

_WILD_Airwolf

_WILD_COM_CORONA

_WILD_FL_SPIFF

August 2009

For their relentless attacks on enemy scenes during the Guam battle, resulting in a total of 394 buildings destroyed, the following pilots are awarded the Outstanding Combat Team ribbon.

JG51_Beowolf^CO

JG51_HARRY1

JG51_Sassy_^XO

JG54_Babaganush

JG54_Drecker^XO

JG54_Schilling

JG54_Trautloft^DO

For destroying 354 enemy buildings during the Guam event, the Hellcatz Squad is awarded the Outstanding Combat Team ribbon. Pilots elgible for the award are:

_HC_BakerSix

_HC_BG_BLANKS

_HC_BG_PIPER

_HC_DARK_ANGEL

_HC_Impala

_HC_K_SAHN_B_1_9

_HC_PR_chesse

_HC_Reyzzz2002

_HC_Uwohali

July 2009

The AH Squad once again sent many pilots into battle and the results were impressive. With a total of 146 enemy aircraft destroyed during the Kursk battle (second among Allied squads) and a further 114 damaged (first overall), the enemy reeled from the onslaught. To make matters worse for them, the AH Squad led all Allied groups in tank kills by leaving 184 tattered hulks smoldering in their wake. It is with these achievements in mind that ATAC is pleased to present the following pilots, the Outstanding Combat Team ribbon. Pilots eligible are:

AH_Arcangel

AH_Cheese^FL

AH_Eagle^FXO

AH_Fast_Eddy^CO

AH_Groucho^ACO

AH_Longrifle

AH_MtnMan^TO

AH_Nightrider^

AH_Pandora

AH_Ranger_

AH_Spiffy

AH_Tbolt

AH_The_Code

AH_Third^FCO

AH_Whiskey_Pete

March 2009

The pilots of Axis Wing 1 were crucial to the Axis victory in Operation Battleaxe due to their taking and recapturing of the crucial scene of 99BO. Together these pilots killed hordes of tanks, capped Axis tanks and fought tough, hard battles wherever needed. Their contribution was immeasurable. Their steadfastness, resolute. For this they are awarded the Outstanding Combat Team ribbon.

BGP_Stumanchu

BGP_Mauser

BGP_Helmutt

JG54_Nowotony

JG54_Botewolf

JG54_Schilling

JG54_Drecker

JG54_Bazi_Weiss

JG54_Babaganush

JG54_Trautloft

JG54_Koller

JG54_Eisenbach

Ripster

Crusher

Hells_Zaunkoenig

Hells_LoNe_Wolf

Hells_Horses

Hells_Hammer

Hells_Grimreaper

Hells_Ghost

Hells_Butcher

Hells_Blue_Rhino

SA_Chaney

SA_Hades

SA_Lurch

SA_Ghostrider

TWC_Trail

TWC_Spin

TWC_Foxnutz

TWC_Axelson

TWC_442

October 2008

For the destruction of 102 Allied tanks and 50 fighters during the Falaise Pocket battle, against overwhelming odds, the members of the HellCatz squad are awarded the Outstanding Combat Team ribbon. Pilots eligible for the award are:

_HC_Impala

_HC_BGCO_Coldduck

_HC_Blanks

_HC_Gwedion

_HC_Marshall

_HC_PR_Cheese

_HC_Yammont1

For coming up second in total tank kills and a close third in plane kills, with a total of 160 Allied planes destroyed during the Falaise Pocket battle, the Taven squad is awarded the Outstanding Combat Team ribbon. Pilots eligible for the award are:

TAVEN_571

TAVEN_88

TAVEN_3612

TAVEN_72

TAVEN_73

TAVEN_10

For their outstanding CAP defense of Axis airspace during the Falaise Pocket battle, resulting in an Axis leading 106 Allied plane destroyed, the Satan's Angels squad is awarded the Outstanding Combat Team ribbon. Pilots eligible for the award are:

_SA_Creed_XO

_SA_Vandalizr_XO

_SA_FeedingFrnzy

_SA_Lurch_

_SA_Anthony_32

_SA_Sinbad

September 2008

Another group that performed particularly well against the enemy during the Avalanche On Salerno event was the FG squad. The 13 players that flew into battle at Salerno managed 289 enemy aircraft destroyed and also had 173 assists. They had a combined kill/lost plane record of more than 6:1. For these efforts we are pleased to present to this group of aviators the Outstanding Combat Team ribbon. Players eligible to wear this ribbon are:

FG_AttackDog

FG_BoogDog

FG_BulletDog

FG_CrashDog

FG_DangerDog

FG_JunkyardDog

FG_MackDog

FG_Maddog

FG_MurrDog

FG_RedBull_Dog

FG_RoadDog

FG_SurfDog_CHAWK

FG_WretchedDog

August 2008

The FG Squadron had 5 players in the Summer In Sicily event. These 5 players destroyed 156 enemy aircraft, damaged a further 79 more and lost only 16 planes and 9 pilots. Their outstanding air combat abilities merit the recognition of the Allied Command staff and their peers and it is with pride that we shall present to them the Outstanding Combat Team ribbon. Players eligible for this award are:

FG_BulletDog

FG_CrashDog

FG_JunkyardDog

FG_RoadDog

FG_MackDog

May 2008

The three pilots of BANZAI Squadron shot down over 20 enemy each with a combined 38 bombers destroyed during the Convoy To Murmansk event. They also had numerous assists to their credit as they continually disrupted the enemy's formations. For these feats which bring great honor to their squadron we are proud to issue the Outstanding Combat Team ribbon. Members eligible for this award are: _BANZAI_KITKAT1, _BANZAI_Roncapt and_BANZAI_Xen.

March 2008

One squad stands out for their aerial prowess against the enemy during the Battle For Berlin. For destroying 76 enemy aircraft and achieving 50 assists (2nd only to the AH Squad), members of the LTD Squadron participating in the event are entitled to wear the Outstanding Combat Team ribbon. Those members are: LTD_AdPal, LTD_B_Mitchell, LTD_BERN1_, LTD_Comic_oZZy, LTD_EJHAWK, LTD_Timber, LTD_Sharky and LTD_plumbcrazy.

February 2008

During the Oil Offensive, the Aces High squad demonstrated skill and tenacity in all aspects of the battle. With 189 buildings destroyed they inflicted more damage than all other squads combined. In addition they are resposible for scores of kills and assists. It is an honor to award this group, the Outstanding Combat Team ribbon. Pilots eligible for the award are AH_Corvette, AH_Gibber, AH_Hexmar, AH_Nightrider, AH_OPERATOR, AH_Phantom, AH_Scrap_Iron_CM, AH_SkyJackeL_XO, AH_Spiffy, AH_The_Code and AH_Whiskey_Pete.

January 2008

The Marianas conflict found the Axis forces heavily outnumbered, as such more than 1/3 of Allied pilots racked up 20+ kills. However, there was an elite group, that destroyed 50+, these 5 men shot down 18% of all Enemy ac destroyed in the conflict. It is without question their efforts were instrumental in victory. It is with gratitude for their service and respect for their ability we proudly award them the Outstanding Combat Team Ribbon: Outcast_Paradox, DW_SouthPaw, AH_Raven, USMC_FD_Gomer, and _RedBull.

November 2007

For outstanding efforts in pressing the Allied attack in the Battle of Ortona, NNS was able to punch straight up the middle and achieve even more than their commander had asked. They triggered fourteen scene attacks, destroyed 32 tanks, and delivered troops as well as supplies. You name it, NNS did it! Members of the squadron eligible for this award are: NNS_Albany, NNS_Squat, NNS_FERRET_CO, NNS_Shakey_66, NNS_Sparks, and NNS_ubXed.

The Group 2 Wing 2 was instrumental to the Axis victory at Cape Cloucester. Wing 2, Group 2 was also imstrumental in the capture of the Northeastern U.S. bomber, pushing the marines at the Gloucester beachhead into the sea and holding it from re-capture by Allied forces. Wing2, Group 2 also played a large role in the blunting of the Allied counter-offensive. Members of the wing eligible for this award are: JG51_Beowolf, JG51_Hemi, JG51_Nevermiss, JG54_Emil_Lang, JG54_Vegeta, Geweher_JG26, Jg51_Wolfman, _Woody, and SYP_Thunderstorm.

October 2007

For their action during the Classic Showdown I event, in which they destroyed a total of 53 enemy aircraft, The Third Squad members eligible for this award are: 3rd_SQD_B1ker, 3rd_SQD_Ghost_, 3rd_SQD_HARDRIDE, 3rd_SQD_painter3, 3rd_SQD_Ramrod, 3rd_SQD_SemperFi, 3rd_SQD_SWORD.

For their combined efforts as a team, resulting in 50 destroyed enemy planes during the Classic Showdown I event, the following members of the 47th and 343rd Squadrons are eligiible for this award: 343rd_Takowasi, 47th_chanwasi, 47th_Isowasi_, 47th_KOUwasi, 47th_Sorawasi, 47th_Sukewasi, 47th_Tetsuwasi, and 47th_Wasi.

For their action during the Battle of Britain event, in which they scored 70 kills and 51 damaged enemy aircraft, the AH_Aces_High squad members are eligible for this award: AH_Arcangel, AH_Eagle_FXO, AH_N_Rider_CO, AH_Praetorian, AH_Youngblood, and AH_Zonie.

The men of the 3rd Division proved their ability in completing their missions during the Battle of Ortona, with precision, dedication, and an outstanding ability to adapt to rapdily changing objectives in a fluid and professionarl manner. In one sortie, the 3rd divsion would be taking out rail armor and flying recon while simultaneously attacking eastern tank factories, followed by a ground support mission in the west, then an urgent call to relocate back to the east to defend 55bu and deny the enmy a foothold on the eastern front. From there, they launched a two-pronged attack, capturing one scene near London and two more in the eastern sector as far away as 16aw. The following pilots are awarded the Outstanding Combat Team ribbon: S_Spike, S_Corcki, S_Moose, S_ME_4809_CO, RAF71_Deltazoom, RAF71_long_ez, RAF71_Keselyu, Buzzard_Scraps, Buzzard, Rabi, Buzzard_Grim, Buzzard_yoda_MO, and Buzzard_nut.

See Also

Fighter Ace Event Awards

Fighter Ace Medals