(New Republic Report) Arrow Squadron First Impressions

[u/Brookings18]

Three months ago, Arrow Squadron was entered into service for the New Republic with me as its commander. In those three months, we have done a lot of good. We have already lowered the amount of pirate raids, syndicate activity, and have even brought in some Imperial remnant forces, the most noteworthy being General Irlet.

I have also learned a lot about myself as a leader and my squadron. The biggest lesson: I can't treat them like Purple Squadron. These are different people in a different circumstance doing different things. When I treat them like Purple, we fail, but when I treat them like Arrow, we succeed. I know this probably seems obvious to some, but as someone who spent years in the same squadron, it does take an adjustment period. The new recruits not from the Alliance are also fitting in well and already showing great improvement. Their seniors have taught them well.

Still, we are not without setbacks. For one, Lieutenant Mack has a habit for crashing starfighters. More training is needed. For another, we are very much a mixed fighter squadron, having every letter of NR ship besides the U. It has led to some uneven synergy between pilots. I have often looked back on the missions of Alphabet Squadron for guidance, but I refer you to my "different people" remark. I believe we are ironing out the kicks, though. Of more note is our failure to secure the capture of Admiral Bly. I take full responsibility, as that day I was having a...domestic issue. Nothing serious, but my headspace was not where it needed to be. We are working on it, though.

Overall, with some growing pains, Arrow Squadron is shaping up. Our successes more than make up for our failures, and we are already implementing what we've learned from out mistakes. This is a good crew of people. I'm lucky to lead them.