More than 50 French "Camels" and "Snipes" flew in.
They took a small detour to approach the battlefield from the north.
This was a rather wise decision.
It was morning, and the sun was rising in the east, casting bits of golden light across the sea.
If they didn't change direction and entered the battlefield from the west, they would face the sun, only seeing the enemy planes as blurry silhouettes, while the enemy would see them clearly.
But by taking a turn, even if it consumed a bit of precious fuel, approaching from the north could change this disadvantage.
Colonel Will raised his hand to signal his subordinates to prepare for combat, and gave the attack order the moment the enemy planes breached the battlefield.
About twenty "S.E.5a" planes dove fiercely towards the target like eagles, amidst the roaring engines.
Even though they were outnumbered, they had no fear because the "S.E.5a" had a significant advantage: speed.
