Join ZKC on Jan 27th for a round from the world famous Anhueser-Busch Brewing company at St. Louis International Airport. The first round is on us so be sure to be there!

We will be staffed from 2345-0400z (5:45-10PM CDT) for your friendly service. We hope to see you there! Be on the lookout for a pilot brief closer to the event date.

I am proud to announce that Kyle Perry has filled the TA role at ZKC. Kyle brings prior training administrator and real world aviation experience along with numerous ideas to jumpstart ZKC's training program. Congratulations Kyle and welcome to the team!

Training Administrator: Kansas City ARTCC

Duties
The TA reports to the Air Traffic Manager and VATUSA Training Director, functions as a senior ARTCC
staff member and oversees/directs the operation of the training program.
● Attends periodic meetings as necessary.
● Maintains an active online presence within the ZKC ARTCC and on the VATSIM network.
● Responsible for curriculum development including courses, classes, simulation scenarios, exams and all associated media/material.
● Manages training staff/appointments providing guidance, coaching and correction where needed
● Ensures ZKC training program meets ATM goals and current VATUSA, VATSIM policies.
● Responsible for student progression / approves rating promotions.
● Helps draft changes to Training Order.
● Voting member of the Facility Advisory Board.
● Represents ZKC ARTCC and ATM to VATUSA training staff; acts accordingly.
● Quickly and accurately responds to training inquiries from students, mentors, and instructors.
● Frequently checks and responds to emails and contacts in a timely manner.
● Assumes the duties of instructor.

Requirements
The successful candidate must:
● Be a member in good standing
● Be a member of the ZKC ARTCC, or willing to transfer upon selection
● Hold a VATSIM Enroute Controller (C1) rating or higher
● Have held an I1 rating for at least 30 days at any given time
● Have an extensive knowledge of US airspace, air traffic control procedures and regulations
● Be familiar with, at all times, the current VATSIM GRP and all applicable VATUSA and VATNA policies and changes
● Maintain active status by logging minimum number of hours in accordance with ARTCC policy
● Log a minimum of 2 hours available training time per month
● Possess excellent written and oral communication skills
● Be able to work well in a team-oriented environment

Preferred Skills & Abilities
The successful candidate should:
● Possess and utilize a high degree of energy & commitment appropriate for this position.
● Understand this position requires a HIGH time commitment.
● Demonstrate qualities of understanding, patience and maturity.
● Have a working knowledge of various training software and scenario-building processes.
● Be skilled with Microsoft PowerPoint.

Priority is given to candidates who:
● Currently possess an I1 rating or higher.
● Have instructor or mentor experience on the network.
● Possess experience and certification within the ZKC ARTCC.
● Have real-world aviation experience (pilot or ATC).
● Have previous ARTCC (or higher) staff experience.
● Have real-world managerial or supervisory experience.

Application Instructions
Applications may be submitted to the Kansas City ARTCC Air Traffic Manager via email: ZKC-ATM[at]vatusa.net
Application must include:
● Full name, email address and VATSIM CID
● Resume or Letter of Intent

Applications will be received on a running basis, until the position is filled.

What to Expect
Interested candidates should be aware that this is not an entry-level position and not for the
inexperienced. The workload is considerable and should not be taken lightly. Only those who
understand the requirements and can make the appropriate commitment should consider applying. All
applications will go through an initial evaluation. Candidates who pass the evaluation will be contacted
for a comprehensive interview. The selected candidate will be submitted to the VATUSA Training
Director for final approval and may expect an additional division interview. All candidates will be
notified if/when a selection is made.

Training Administrator: Kansas City ARTCC

Duties
The TA reports to the Air Traffic Manager and VATUSA Training Director, functions as a senior ARTCC
staff member and oversees/directs the operation of the training program.
● Attends periodic meetings as necessary.
● Maintains an active online presence within the ZKC ARTCC and on the VATSIM network.
● Responsible for curriculum development including courses, classes, simulation scenarios, exams and all associated media/material.
● Manages training staff/appointments providing guidance, coaching and correction where needed
● Ensures ZKC training program meets ATM goals and current VATUSA, VATSIM policies.
● Responsible for student progression / approves rating promotions.
● Helps draft changes to Training Order.
● Voting member of the Facility Advisory Board.
● Represents ZKC ARTCC and ATM to VATUSA training staff; acts accordingly.
● Quickly and accurately responds to training inquiries from students, mentors, and instructors.
● Frequently checks and responds to emails and contacts in a timely manner.
● Assumes the duties of instructor.

Requirements
The successful candidate must:
● Be a member in good standing
● Be a member of the ZKC ARTCC, or willing to transfer upon selection
● Hold a VATSIM Enroute Controller (C1) rating or higher
● Have held an I1 rating for at least 30 days at any given time
● Have an extensive knowledge of US airspace, air traffic control procedures and regulations
● Be familiar with, at all times, the current VATSIM GRP and all applicable VATUSA and VATNA policies and changes
● Maintain active status by logging minimum number of hours in accordance with ARTCC policy
● Log a minimum of 2 hours available training time per month
● Possess excellent written and oral communication skills
● Be able to work well in a team-oriented environment

Preferred Skills & Abilities
The successful candidate should:
● Possess and utilize a high degree of energy & commitment appropriate for this position.
● Understand this position requires a HIGH time commitment.
● Demonstrate qualities of understanding, patience and maturity.
● Have a working knowledge of various training software and scenario-building processes.
● Be skilled with Microsoft PowerPoint.

Priority is given to candidates who:
● Currently possess an I1 rating or higher.
● Have instructor or mentor experience on the network.
● Possess experience and certification within the ZKC ARTCC.
● Have real-world aviation experience (pilot or ATC).
● Have previous ARTCC (or higher) staff experience.
● Have real-world managerial or supervisory experience.

Application Instructions
Applications may be submitted to the Kansas City ARTCC Air Traffic Manager via email: ZKC-ATM[at]vatusa.net
Application must include:
● Full name, email address and VATSIM CID
● Resume or Letter of Intent

Applications will be received on a running basis, until the position is filled.

What to Expect
Interested candidates should be aware that this is not an entry-level position and not for the
inexperienced. The workload is considerable and should not be taken lightly. Only those who
understand the requirements and can make the appropriate commitment should consider applying. All
applications will go through an initial evaluation. Candidates who pass the evaluation will be contacted
for a comprehensive interview. The selected candidate will be submitted to the VATUSA Training
Director for final approval and may expect an additional division interview. All candidates will be
notified if/when a selection is made.

Join ZKC and travel the I-70 corridor between Missouri's two largest cities, Kansas City and St. Louis. We request that you have an updated scenery or AFCAD for both airports to alleviate delays.

Preferred RNAV Routing
KMCI-KSTL: LAKES3 COU KAYLA KAYLA3
KSTL-KMCI: WHRLI6 MCM BQS6

Preferred Non-RNAV Routing
KMCI-KSTL: LAKES3 COU KOOOP KOOOP1
KSTL-KMCI: OZARK7 MCM BQS6

Here are a few reminders to consider prior to flying this event:
*Have updated scenery. This can just be an AFCAD.
*PDC's will be issued to all CPDLC capable aircraft. If you do not receive a PDC, or are not CPDLC capable, please call delivery for your voice clearance. You will most likely need an amended route if you're CPDLC capable and you didn't get a PDC.
*It is important that on initial contact with the first approach controller and ground controller that you have the current ATIS info.

The temperature is cooling in the Midwest, and Halloween is in 2 days. Come visit our Major, Kansas City, as we present The Kansas City Overload on October the 29th. Kansas City will be staffed from 2300z to 0300z. Come enjoy this Halloween event!

Join the ZKC, ZME and ZID ARTCC's as we present The Midwest Showdown. Cincinnati [KCVG], Nashville [KBNA], and St. Louis [KSTL] will be fully staffed. The event will run from 2200z - 0200z. All IFR and VFR traffic is welcome.

This event is just the first of many more events like this. They are an addition to VATUSA's FNO and are going to be called Regional Events. The plan is to have them 1-2 times per month on Sunday's where there is a lot of traffic in the United States and not as many controllers on. These are similar to Light up America just on a smaller and more manageable scale. Regional events are going to showcase 3-4 ARTCCs and 1 airport per ARTCC. These destinations will have an estimated flight time of 60-90 minutes.

Preferred routing:

STL - CVG: BLUES4 ENL SARGO3
CVG - STL: LOVEY6 LOVEY VHP AARCH1
STL - BNA: DRUSE3 DENNI RANTS RYYMN2
BNA - STL: PARDN3 NAKIY CGI BOOSH1
BNA - CVG: GDOGG3 GDOGG MYS SARGO SARGO3
CVG - BNA: CHCLL4 IIU FORKS PASLY3

Join vZKC, for round 3 of the Stanley Cup playoffs at the Scottrade Center with the Blues vs. Sharks. The Lambert St. Louis International Airport will be staffed from 0000z until 0300z. All IFR and VFR traffic is welcome! We will see you there and Lets Go Blues!

Freeware AFCAD (11/29)
https://flyawaysimulation.com/downloads/files/7251/fsx-v15-lambert-st-louis-international-scenery/
Note: If you have Runway 11/29 Advise the Approach/Ground Controller on Initial contact.