Chat Shorthand Over the years online pilots have developed a kind of shorthand and condensed abbreviations for use in chat. After all, typing and flying don t mix well. Most of these abbreviations are fairly intuitive. If you see one you don't understand, just ask. I initially was going to build a glossary of shorthand, but most of the shorthand is obvious with a little thought or context.
Immersion is the best way to pick it up.
There is one bit of shorthand that is not immediately obvious. Most people respond with the map grid. I believe we should standardize our responses within the Squadron. It is rare to see someone give an altitude as part of their response, but altitude is often a major factor in how long it will take someone to get to you. The same holds true for heading.