http://www.vatsim.net/ Latest Newsen http://www.vatsim.net/uploads/tf/rss.gif http://www.vatsim.net/ 1616Latest NewsTYPO3 - get.content.righthttp://blogs.law.harvard.edu/tech/rssFri, 09 May 2014 08:00:00 +0000 http://www.vatsim.net/index.php?id=news_details&tx_ttnews%5Btt_news%5D=1312&cHash=5c2cf36695 Join in on our global meeting on May 9th-11th, 2014, in the heart of Europe, Vienna, Austria.
The conference includes a banquet awards-dinner on Saturday night within the relaxing atmosphere of the Luftburg restaurant. The restaurant Luftburg is situated in the green heart of Vienna’s Prater, alongside its interesting and fun attractions in the historic amusement park. The Luftburg is well known for its traditional Austrian food and depending upon the weather, we may optionally dine outside in the beautiful garden area or indoors within the comfortable confines of the restaurant.

The team behind the organising of this great event have been able to obtain special rates at several of the major hotels in the area, all offering their own level of comfort and service with excellent access to the conference venue. Members wishing to attend the VATSIM Vienna (W14) global conference will need to book their own accommodation, booking forms and web links to suggested hotels can be found on the conference website, http://www.w14.me. 

The conference ticket includes lunch on Saturday, the Saturday evening banquet, and transport from the Conference venue to the restaurant. While participants will organise their own travel arrangements to/from Vienna, with a 12-month period of advance notice they may benefit from reduced pricing and options typically available through advance purchase discounts. Full information on the conference package and agenda can be found on the conference websitehttp://www.w14.me. 

VATSIM members are warmly invited to meet new and old acquaintances, to be entertained by lively conference presentations, hear the latest from the Board of Governors, preview some of the newest products from our sponsors, and enjoy much more during the weekend at “W14” ... but most importantly, to join in this unique gathering of friends from our community.

We look forward to meeting everyone in Vienna, let’s bring the hills alive with the sound of aviation simulation!]]> 10 years Fri, 09 May 2014 08:00:00 +0000 http://www.vatsim.net/index.php?id=news_details&tx_ttnews%5Btt_news%5D=1334&cHash=1bb90347cf The continued event around the baltic harbours
At the request of many pilots and ATC controllers, it was decided to repeat the event.
This time We prepared the following route:
Route A: Vilnius - Visby - Riga - Mariehamn - Tallinn.
Route B: Tallinn - Mariehamn - Riga - Visby - Vilnius.

07/09/2013 from 10:00UTC to 20:00UTC]]> vacc flyin Sat, 07 Sep 2013 10:00:00 +0000 http://www.vatsim.net/index.php?id=news_details&tx_ttnews%5Btt_news%5D=1339&cHash=a40a9c5b92 Two days of ATC
On Saturday 17th and Sunday 18th of August 2013, Birmingham Airport (EGBB) will host it's 7th annual Mid Summer Madness Event. Birmingham Airport will be fully staffed from 1000-1900Z (1100-2000 BST) on both days; from Birmingham Delivery, right up to London Control.

Saturday 17th August will see EGBB host a Real-Ops event. All real-world flights departing from and arriving at EGBB between 1000-1900z during a recent Saturday are featured. There's a diverse range of short and medium haul flights all available to book via the links below.

The next day, Sunday 18th August, EGBB will host a Real-ish Ops Event. Every flight that departed from or arrived at EGBB on a recent Sunday is available to book - even the flights that occurred outside the confines of the event timings. Flights are bookable via the links below and pilots may elect to fly their booked flight at a time of their choice; however, real ETDs/ETAs are provided for your convenience should you wish to fly the flight at the correct time.

All pilots are cordially invited to take part. You'll see there's hundreds of flights to choose from. Please help us celebrate the 7th anniversary of this fantastic event by flying in and out of Birmingham - the skies are guaranteed to be busy around EGBB on the 17th and 18th of August!

If you can't find a route you'd like to fly, then non-event traffic is also more than welcome on either day. Similarly, if you don't have the aircraft type for your booking, you can fly your route in any aircraft you like.

To book flights for Saturday 17th August: Click Here
To book flights for Sunday 18th August: Click Here
]]> vacc flyin Sat, 17 Aug 2013 10:00:00 +0000 http://www.vatsim.net/index.php?id=news_details&tx_ttnews%5Btt_news%5D=1344&cHash=ddc2c98986 Enjoy a few of Greece's regional airports Sunday 30 June 2013 14:00-19:00Ζ

The event will take place on Sunday 30 June 2013 14:00-19:00Ζ utilizing four popular Aegean Sea destinations - Santorini, Mykonos, Skiathos and Kos!

Each airport has a real-life ATC capacity restriction for both arrivals and departures, so fly as much as you can to those destinations to push the ATC system to its limit.

A group of highly motivated virtual and real-life ATCOs will make sure you get the realism and fun you expect!

More info:
http://www.hvacc.org/events/summer-event/]]> vacc flyin Sun, 30 Jun 2013 14:00:00 +0000 http://www.vatsim.net/index.php?id=news_details&tx_ttnews%5Btt_news%5D=1342&cHash=d0ece7f303 Join us in VATLEB’s third official event of 2013. Our event will be on June 29th 2013 at 1600z and...
We will also have departures/arrivals from/to Beirut-Rafic Al Hariri International Airport:
Amman-Queen Alia Intl
Athens Eleftherios Venizelos Intl
Istanbul-Ataturk Intl
Larnaca Intl Airport

Departures and Arrivals shall start at 1645z sharp.

Recommended Routes:
From Amman: QTR R652 METSA W733 NWB A791 SISIK A791 MENLI LAKTO UW11 VELOX G2 SILKO
From Istanbul: EDASA UW714 KFK UB545 VESAR UL620 BALMA
From Larnaca: LCA REXAL DESPO KUKLA
From Athens: VARIX UL995 RDS UM601 DASNI UR619 KUKLA

Full Voice pilots will get the opportunity to experience top quality ATC, however TEXT pilots are welcome!


For more information and resources, visit our website http://www.vatleb.vatme.net ]]> vacc flyin Sat, 29 Jun 2013 16:00:00 +0000 http://www.vatsim.net/index.php?id=news_details&tx_ttnews%5Btt_news%5D=1345&cHash=bda89f7e1d The one who hasn't seen white nights, has never been in St. Petersburg. vacc flyin Sun, 23 Jun 2013 11:00:00 +0000 http://www.vatsim.net/index.php?id=news_details&tx_ttnews%5Btt_news%5D=1341&cHash=4bd8e40f62 Woodbourne, a busy regional airport located at the north- east corner of the South Island, and...
Being one of New Zealands first airports, as well as a RNZAF airbase it is a frequent stop for Air New Zealand flights departing from Auckland, Wellington and Christchurch. Eagle Airways operate 13 flights into NZWB 13 times each weekday.

So what are you waiting for? Come into one of New Zealands first airports (it also was one of the first regional airports in the country to take a turboprop!]]> vacc flyin Sun, 23 Jun 2013 07:00:00 +0000 http://www.vatsim.net/index.php?id=news_details&tx_ttnews%5Btt_news%5D=1336&cHash=f5bc17b2df 24 hours of ATC at Nantes! Come and fly from/to LFRS between saturday 22 june - 1600z to sunday 23 june 1600z.

This event is a real challenge for VAT France and we hope to see many pilots at all time of the day/night !!
For all additional information or partnership, please contact us at events[at]vatfrance.org]]> vacc flyin Sat, 22 Jun 2013 16:00:00 +0000 http://www.vatsim.net/index.php?id=news_details&tx_ttnews%5Btt_news%5D=1314&cHash=322cf214e7 Let's rebuild it, we have the technology! NYARTCC
Restore the Shore (Jersey Coast Ops)
Date: 6/21/13
Time: 23z-03z (+1) (7PM-11PM EDT)
In November of 2012, the Tri-State area was rocked by a hurricane that destroyed much of the shore that we all know and love. Hardest hit was the Jersey Shore, where many amenities and homes were flattened or fell into the ocean, taking with it the memories of many who visited the parks.

Now, in June of 2013, we look back at the shore, and notice the rebuilding efforts that are underway. New York ARTCC would like to remember these efforts, and the rebuild of the Jersey Shore. The Friday Night Ops will take place on June 21 from 23z-03z, and we invite the VATSIM community to come fly in and out of Newark to show support for the Restore of the Shore]]> vacc flyin Fri, 21 Jun 2013 23:00:00 +0000 http://www.vatsim.net/index.php?id=news_details&tx_ttnews%5Btt_news%5D=1343&cHash=cdefcd96f9 The vZME Weekly Spotlight Event aims to bring pilot's the joy of flying into and out of vZME's...
This week we focus on Jackson Mississippi (KJAN). This public and military use, class Charlie airport, is located just east of downtown Jackson. Jackson is known as the "City of Soul" as it played a key role in the Civil Rights movement. Come One, Come All to the City of Soul!

June 19th @ 2200z @ KJAN

]]> vacc flyin Wed, 19 Jun 2013 22:00:00 +0000 http://www.vatsim.net/index.php?id=news_details&tx_ttnews%5Btt_news%5D=1337&cHash=f815bf521e Two airports - Only a short hop vacc flyin Tue, 18 Jun 2013 18:00:00 +0000 http://www.vatsim.net/index.php?id=news_details&tx_ttnews%5Btt_news%5D=1333&cHash=bcd9f49b39 More VFR in Germany
vACC Germany has launched a new campaign to bring more VFR to VATSIM [Text in German] and we are kickstarting the event series with Marl-Loemühle, as small airfield located north-east of Düsseldorf and north of Dortmund.

This event supplements the Longitudinal Tuesday event at Cologne (EDDK), so you are kindly invited to fly patterns at Marl, fly around the area or make a short hop into Cologne and back to Marl. With a bit of luck, we will have a real local AFIS-controller staffing up EDLM_I_TWR for you.

Charts: http://www.vacc-sag.org/airport/EDLM
Scenery: http://files.fsnordic.net/Flight_Simulator/Scenery/Germany/]]> vacc flyin Tue, 18 Jun 2013 17:00:00 +0000 http://www.vatsim.net/index.php?id=news_details&tx_ttnews%5Btt_news%5D=1340&cHash=105ebe7a8e After popular demand from last months Mainline Trunk, we have added it back this month between...
After several weeks of flying Oceanic, and into towns full of hot springs, we have given the people their vote, a nice domestic flight flown regullary by airliners in the New Zealand FIR.

Come fly between Auckland and Wellington (or any route for that matter, ATC will as always be just as friendly), we promise you will enjoy yourself!]]> vacc flyin Sun, 16 Jun 2013 07:00:00 +0000 http://www.vatsim.net/index.php?id=news_details&tx_ttnews%5Btt_news%5D=1338&cHash=ce0e98ac76 Guangzhou New Baiyun Internatianl Airport, the biggest aviation hub in the Southern China. Hanoi...
Hanoi Noi Bai Internatioanal Airport, one of Vietnam's major airports connecting the country with the rest of the world.

From UTC 12:30 to 15:30, Jun 15, Guangzhou and Hanoi will be paired and connected----by YOU. Come and fly between the two cities and enjoy full ATC services provided by VATSIM Vietnam vACC and China division. Challenge youself with flight level conversion between feet and meters and experience something you may never have had before.
]]> vacc flyin Sat, 15 Jun 2013 12:30:00 +0000 http://www.vatsim.net/index.php?id=news_details&tx_ttnews%5Btt_news%5D=1332&cHash=e76eeeceb8 RealOps at EHAM!
Pilots are kindly requested to book their flights using our booking system. Please use the listed aircraft types and stick to the timetable as good as you can. It is permitted to book more than 1 flight, but a reasonable turn-around time should be taken into account. We are looking forward to welcoming you on Friday, the 14th of June at Amsterdam Airport Schiphol!]]> vacc flyin Fri, 14 Jun 2013 17:00:00 +0000 http://www.vatsim.net/index.php?id=news_details&tx_ttnews%5Btt_news%5D=1324&cHash=61a6d89a0c Gatwick / Birmingham Charles De Gaulle / Orly vacc flyin Sun, 09 Jun 2013 17:00:00 +0000 http://www.vatsim.net/index.php?id=news_details&tx_ttnews%5Btt_news%5D=1330&cHash=28a9560dbf Welcome to the land of the midnight sun!
Arvidsjaur airport have been the home of one of Sweden's flight schools for many years and examined pilots since 1999, unfortunately this school will now close this year. Therefore we want to invite all fellow virtual pilots for one last flying lesson at Arvidsjaur, refuel one of the Cessna 172 and practice some NDB approaches or go for a cross-country sightseeing above the arctic circle in the midnight sun!

There are also domestic flights flying to Arvidsjaur, the operator is Nextjet and operates daily from Stockholm-Arlanda. In the winter the airport have some charter flights, mostly it's Air Berlin who flies from destinations such as Hahn, Stuttgart and Munich.

Don't miss the chance to fly your GA aircraft for some flying lessons, charter flights from abroad or fly domestic with Nextjet.]]> vacc flyin Sun, 09 Jun 2013 14:00:00 +0000 http://www.vatsim.net/index.php?id=news_details&tx_ttnews%5Btt_news%5D=1320&cHash=8e2793c815 As real as it gets... at Frankfurt!
Frankfurt is one of the most important aviation hubs world-wide. With more than 57 million passengers last year this airport is Germany's busiest
airport and even the third busiest one in Europe - measured by the volume of cargo even the number 1 in Europe.

RealOPS is a special event in which realworld air-traffic from a specified period is simulated. On Saturday, 08th June 2013 we offer you almost
400 bookalbe flights and at least five hours of air-traffic control in the heart of Europe. Visit our website for bookings and further important
information about this event.

When: Saturday, 08th June 2013
Time: 1700 - 2200 UTC
Where: Frankfurt am Main (ICAO: EDDF)]]> vacc flyin Sat, 08 Jun 2013 17:00:00 +0000 http://www.vatsim.net/index.php?id=news_details&tx_ttnews%5Btt_news%5D=1319&cHash=e85bf3a78c A joint event within VATEUD
the cradle of the Western civilizations, a land of high mountains, high spirits and high tempers! With its beautiful nature and landscape, long history and cultural variety the region has captured the hearts and imagination of many tourists and visitors over the years.

On the night of the event, all Balkan Centers will be staffed and top-down coverage will be provided across all countries. Additionally, one major airport will be fully staffed in each country, thus allowing pilots to hop between our airports under continuous ATC service for 4 hours.

Visit the Balkans United website and get all informations, charts, sceneries, routes and much more.

Date: 8th june 2013
Time: 1700-2100z
Eventpage: http://balkans.vateud.net

A land of crossroads and contrasts, a land of division and unity mixed together, a land where East meets West: tonight the Balkans stand United and invite you for a visit!

Enjoy your Balkan adventure!]]> division flyin Sat, 08 Jun 2013 17:00:00 +0000 http://www.vatsim.net/index.php?id=news_details&tx_ttnews%5Btt_news%5D=1326&cHash=a831f8db87 A cooperative event between VATSIM Isreal and local corporations
On Staurday 8/6/13 from 14:00z to 19:00z you are invited to take part in very special project between VATSIM Israel and T.A.M.I - Tel Aviv Makers International.
Tel Aviv Makers International (TAMI) is a group of people with similar interests (more or less) that like to think, teach learn and create.
They are interested not only in computers and electronics - in this place you will be able to find amateur carpenters, cookers, people interested in do it yourself biology, and more.
TAMI wiki @ http://www.telavivmakers.org.

TAMI agreed to provide us their facilities for our events so our best controllers will meet each other there and give you FULL and high quality ATC service in Israel!]]> vacc flyin Sat, 08 Jun 2013 14:00:00 +0000 http://www.vatsim.net/index.php?id=news_details&tx_ttnews%5Btt_news%5D=1331&cHash=2c6a55ff53 A new weekly event in VATPRC http://www.vatprc.net), both English and Chinese, updated chars and recommended sceneries you can find from there. If you encounter your individual issues regarding any aspects of VATPRC, please feel free to visit our new established forum (http://forum.vatprc.net). All you need to do is to fill in your VATSIM ID through forum authentication. Write down your request or circumstance, our zealous staffs and local members are helpful here.]]> vacc flyin Fri, 07 Jun 2013 12:00:00 +0000 http://www.vatsim.net/index.php?id=news_details&tx_ttnews%5Btt_news%5D=1335&cHash=a5b3ea919b From UK to France! vacc flyin Thu, 06 Jun 2013 17:30:00 +0000 http://www.vatsim.net/index.php?id=news_details&tx_ttnews%5Btt_news%5D=1325&cHash=3ae1a872c6 Light up @ Nigeria's Kano FIRSunday, 2nd June17 – 21 UTCLagos - Murtala Muhammed Int.... Light up @ Nigeria's Kano FIR
Sunday, 2nd June
17 – 21 UTC
Lagos - Murtala Muhammed Int. (DNMM),
Abuja - Nnamdi Azikiwe Int. (DNAA),
Kano - Mallam Aminu Int. (DNKN),
Port Harcourt Int. (DNPO)

On Sunday 2nd of June, VATCAF is proud to present the staffing of Nigeria (Kano FIR) and its main airports. Come, participate and fly between Nigerian airports. The biggest airports are Lagos (DNMM), Abuja, capital city (DNAA), Kano (DNKN) and Port Harcourt (DNPO). But there are a lot of other airports approachable IFR or VFR. We can offer charts for all airports with IFR procedures. Check out our chart center!

Take the chance to visit a beautiful place in the heart of western Africa. Fly the domestic routes of Air Nigeria, Dana Air, Aero Contractors, Arik Air from the main airport Lagos to one of the domestic airports. The most used track is Lagos to Abuja, followed by Kano and Port Harcourt. Or get out your prop aircrafts to fly to small airports in the country. Lagos is also a center for General Aviation in western Africa. There is a huge GA apron and the location directly at the Atlantic ocean is quite nice to fly some sightseeing flights.]]> vacc flyin Sun, 02 Jun 2013 17:00:00 +0000 http://www.vatsim.net/index.php?id=news_details&tx_ttnews%5Btt_news%5D=1317&cHash=23d5b894f3 An open invitation to Oslo FIR
So whether you're flying a scheduled flight to Tromsø or London, or doing a VFR flight to one of neighboring airfield be sure you will receive excellent air traffic service at Oslo Gardermoen and the Oslo FIR.]]> vacc flyin Sun, 02 Jun 2013 16:00:00 +0000 http://www.vatsim.net/index.php?id=news_details&tx_ttnews%5Btt_news%5D=1327&cHash=2c7259863d Another event from the VATNZ series
Depart from Auckland and take the 1100nm trip, taking roughly 3 hours into Coffs Harbour and aim to land at the target time of 1130z and take home the prize!

Pilots should aim to depart no later than 0830zulu to make it in time.

Not feeling like flying across the "Ditch"? No worries, pilots can still fly into Auckland and recieve a just as fine ATC service!

See you then!

For more information, including airport charts and position details, check out the event page.]]> vacc flyin Sun, 02 Jun 2013 07:00:00 +0000 http://www.vatsim.net/index.php?id=news_details&tx_ttnews%5Btt_news%5D=1321&cHash=58a504d988 The newly founded vACC Albania invites to their first event...
If Tirana has been among your favorite destinations and you always regretted the lack of ATC coverage, come and get a taste of what's to come and enjoy ATC throughout the Tirana FIR. If you have never been there, well, there has never been a better time for a first time!

It is small, it is challenging, it is hot and now it's staffed!

Grab the charts here
Visit the pilot briefing page on our website here for AFCAD files and important information related to the airport.
You can follow our Facebook page here for up to date information on the event and the Tirana FIR in general.
Scenery (Payware; FSX/ FS9/P3D) can be grabbed here

Looking forward to meeting many of you on June 1st so,
SAVE THE DATE AND JOIN THE FUN!]]> vacc flyin Sat, 01 Jun 2013 19:00:00 +0000 http://www.vatsim.net/index.php?id=news_details&tx_ttnews%5Btt_news%5D=1316&cHash=6f4c071341 Fly between these airports with full ATC! vacc flyin Sat, 01 Jun 2013 17:30:00 +0000 http://www.vatsim.net/index.php?id=news_details&tx_ttnews%5Btt_news%5D=1322&cHash=19a7412836 The longer you fly, the longer we provide ATC!
"Stuttgart Flexible Operations" is an unusual project which started two years ago to create a constant traffic flow at
certain airports and events.

The idea: Stuttgart Airport will be manned for two hours initially. As soon as 75% of all slots for flights within these
two hours are booked, the duration of the event will automatically extend and you will be able to book new slots to
keep a high level of saturation.

As you can see, the duration and the length of the event depends on your bookings. This way a dense traffic situation is
guaranteed while still preventing unmanagable masses. We are thus able to provide you with realistic traffic levels and
enjoyment in Stuttgart.

The concept: An event based on slots and with a constantly high level of traffic
Airport: Stuttgart (ICAO: EDDS)
Date: Saturday, 1st of June 2013
Beginning at 1700 UTC with dynamically extendable ending

Slots, charts&sceneries and further information can be found on our event website with booking function:

Stuttgart FlexOPS 2013 (click me)

Come and create with us an unforgettable event. We are looking forward to your visit!

Here a small appetizer, how it looked two years ago: 
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QcyguEyiTNE]]> vacc flyin Sat, 01 Jun 2013 17:00:00 +0000 http://www.vatsim.net/index.php?id=news_details&tx_ttnews%5Btt_news%5D=1323&cHash=12f68d10fb A FA(O)R better event!
You are invited to come and crowd the skies at South Africa's biggest and bussiest airport (FAOR) during this exciting event...

Long hauls in your heavy or local short hops in smaller jets are welcome. The airspace will be staffed with ATC from 16h00z till 20h00z to receive you or send you on your way. The most popular local routes are between Johannesburg (FAOR), Cape Town (FACT) and Durban's King Shaka (FALE). Our friendy controllers can assist with routes on the day.

Please take note that the Johannesburg airport ICAO was changed in January from FAJS to FAOR and all AIRAC's from 1301 exclude FAJS.]]> vacc flyin Sat, 01 Jun 2013 16:00:00 +0000 http://www.vatsim.net/index.php?id=news_details&tx_ttnews%5Btt_news%5D=1328&cHash=977190cd0e Flying is still mistic, just like an unattainable thing for the people - and not to speak about...
The charitive and informative event, called Wings Over The Danube is being organised on 1st June, where our visitors are being welcomed between 0800 and 1800 UTC. The location is going to be our centre, the PremiAir Simulation Centre which can be found in the Duna Pláza. The interested people can get to know with the secrets of the air traffic controlling, can get answer for theit questions regarding to the flying an of course they can try out themselves behind the control of a Boeing 737NG plane in the PremiAir Simulation centre.

The main purpose of this event to support the Hungarian Foundation for Paediatric Emergency Care. An ambulance car of the Hungarian Foundation for Paediatric Emergency Care has been crashed in an accident this February. They are not able to buy a new ambulance due to financial problems. We would like to collect for a new ambulance during our event so that we offer a symbolic amount of money after each virtual departure and arrival traffic in Budapest. A day after the event we are going to inform you about the amount of the collected money. Of course, the visitors also will be able to donate on the spot.

The second purpose of this event to give informations to the visitors about aviation. Thanks to the low-cost airlines more and more people are able to fly, but there are lots of misunderstandings about aviation. We would like to clear this misunderstandings by letting the visitors go inside a Boeing 737NG’s cockpit, where everybody can experience the life of airline pilots. Next to the Boeing simulator there will be the home of the virtual air traffic controllers.

So all in all: You're warmly welcomed for some flight in the hungarian airspace between 0800Z and 1800Z on 1st June - come and help us!

for further info check: http://www.vacchun.hu/duna]]> vacc flyin Sat, 01 Jun 2013 08:00:00 +0000