Playable Roles

Category	Role	Description
Platoon Elements	Platoon Leader (PL)	Coordinates all elements, ensures mission success, either leading from the front or focusing on strategy.
	Logistics (Logi)	Manages resupply of ammo, medical supplies, and reinforcements; primarily a non-combat role.
	TACP	Coordinates between ground and air elements, including CAS and logistics air support.
Squad Roles	Squad Leader (SL)	Frontline leader, coordinates squad and communicates with the Platoon Leader.
	Medic	Provides medical support to keep the squad combat-ready.
	Light Anti-Tank (LAT)	Engages light armor and fortified positions.
	Grenadier	Equipped with a 40mm grenade launcher for anti-infantry and signaling.
	Breacher	Specializes in CQB, equipped with a shotgun, sidearm, and breaching tools.
	Explosive Ordnance Disposal (EOD)	Handles mines, IEDs, and demolitions.
	Automatic Rifleman (AR)	Provides suppressive fire with a Light Machine Gun (LMG).
	Assistant Automatic Rifleman (AAR)	Supports AR with ammo and target spotting.
Support Teams	Medium Machine Gun (MMG) Team	Provides heavy suppressive fire, consisting of a Leader and Gunner.
	Medium Anti-Tank (MAT) Team	Engages heavy armor like MBTs and IFVs with powerful anti-tank weapons.
	Heavy Anti-Tank (HAT) Team	Utilizes advanced anti-armor technology for extreme threats.
	Anti-Air (AA) Team	Man-portable surface-to-air systems to counter enemy air threats.
	Mortar Team	Provides indirect fire support with mortars, consisting of a Leader and Gunner.
Recon	Recon Leader	Oversees recon team, gathers intel on enemy positions.
	Recon Specialist	Medic/EOD hybrid, supports recon missions in isolated environments.
	Recon Marksman	Precision shooter targeting high-value enemies.
	Recon Drone Operator	Operates drones for surveillance and intel gathering.
Vehicle Crews	Armour Crewmen	Operates armored vehicles, including Commander, Driver, and Gunner roles.
	Pilot	Flies Fixed-Wing (planes) or Rotary (helicopters) for logistics or CAS, coordinating with FAC.

Radio Callsigns

Unit Type	Callsign
PL (Platoon), Logistical and Support
Platoon	Platoon leader
Logi	Logistical leader
Medical	Corpsman team
Engineer	Defense engineer
EOD	Explosives engineer
Mechanic	Vehicle repair engineer
Squads
Alpha	1st infantry squad
Bravo	2nd infantry squad
Charlie	3rd infantry squad
Weapons Teams
** **	Heavy Anti-Tank
Archer	Anti-air (AA)
Mantis	Medium Anti-Tank
Kaze	Medium Machine Gun
Hammer	Howitzer/mortar crew
Recon	Recon team
Armour
Badger	APC/recon vehicle crew
** **	IFV crew
Rhino	MBT crew
** **	Self-propelled Artillery crew
** **	Self-Propelled Anti-Air crew
Air
TACP	Tactical Air Control Party
Raven	Helicopter transport
Falcon	Helicopter CAS
** **	Transport plane
Raptor	Fixed-wing CAS (drones/planes)

Pilots & Drones

Being a pilot in Phoenix Group is a serious responsibility, especially when you're transporting 15 players into combat. We strive for high-quality gameplay and aim to avoid squad wipes, mass casualties, fireballs, and friendly fire from the skies. Here are some key guidelines to follow:

Rules for Pilots, TACP and Drone Operators
Patience is Key: You may get bored at times as a pilot. If you can't handle inactivity for 2 hours, piloting might not be for you.
Avoid Metagaming: You will inevitably see Zeus spawn elements. Stay in-character and don't 'meta' it.
Check Ride Required: You must have a check ride with the flight instructor before you're allowed to fly.
Communication is Critical: Pilots must be able to aviate and communicate effectively. RADIO usage is vital.
Engagement Authority: A TACP group or PL will tell you when to go hot. It’s their call, not yours.
Landing Proficiency: You need to be able to land safely and consistently.
Map and Flight Skills: You must be able to navigate the map while flying.
Flight Mechanics: Carrying a full load of players changes how an air asset handles. Practice is essential.
Night Operations: Flying at night with NVGs while using radios and targeting systems can be overwhelming. Prepare yourself.
Asset Familiarity: If you're unfamiliar with an asset, practice before the op. Some assets have unique key binds.

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If you want to know how poor piloting can negatively impact the fun and experience of 30 players, find ADK, Darkling, or Zaz and ask them about the "Chernarus IR bomb mistakes."

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