Unloading planes

[Wolfeh]

I couldn't find anything on this with search, though my internet is being a little dodgy. I'm trying to unload a B17 unit from an AK at a base, but the thing doesn't seem to want to unload.

I'm wondering if it needs a specific port level or something in order to unload them?

[rtrapasso]

Well, there DOES have to be an AIRFIELD there (and a port 1 or better, i think).

Also, in the event that something weird has happened, the bombers have to be in an unrestricted command (i.e. CenPac, SWPac, etc.) Rarely the game will allow you to load planes from a restricted command onto a ship (it should allow this, but sometimes does).

[Dereck]

ORIGINAL: Wolfeh

I couldn't find anything on this with search, though my internet is being a little dodgy. I'm trying to unload a B17 unit from an AK at a base, but the thing doesn't seem to want to unload.

I'm wondering if it needs a specific port level or something in order to unload them?

Make sure your task force isn't set to "DO NOT UNLOAD".

[Wolfeh]

Strangely enough, the problem was that the unit had no planes or pilots in it, though they're now winging their way towards the base as a sub unit.

[bradfordkay]

How on earth did you manage to load a unit with no planes of pilots????

[Wolfeh]

Beats the hell out of me, I didn't even realise until I checked the unit to see if I'd somehow loaded a group attached to the West Coast command. Sadly, I think I've over written the saved turn in which I loaded the unit. I guess it's just one of those odd things, heh.

I'm happy I've still got the unit, albeit split into several sub units. Though it's something of a frustration having to wait even longer to haul the planes and pilots across the Pacific.

[michaelm75au]

IIRC, someone had the same issue. I don't think you could unload a "0" size unit.[&:]
I can't see why not but apparently it is hard for the cranes to pick up the phantom planes.[:D]
Michael

[Marten]

send this transport into enemys airspace, the unit will recombine after some time, hopefuly with planes and pilots