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Events / [July 21, 2024 20z-23z] SWTEE at Peachtree
« Last post by Meg Bruck on Today at 08:41:21 AM »
It's hot out there, and nothing is better than a nice, cold glass of sweet tea. Join ZTL from 2000z to 2300z as we enjoy some SWTEE at Peachtree (PDK), Fulton (FTY), McCollum (RYY), and Gwinnett (LZU).
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Events / [09/14/2024 2330- 0330z] vZDC Foxhunt 2024
« Last post by Gia Pham on May 08, 2024, 01:32:48 AM »
TBD on info and fields
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NOTAMs / S2 Visiting Exemption Request
« Last post by Brandon Wening on May 07, 2024, 11:33:16 PM »
Effective May 12, 2024, an exemption will be required for an S2 controller to visit another subdivision. Pursuant to VATUSA policy DP001 13.4.1 "In rare circumstances, controllers within the VATUSA Division who hold an S2 rating may be authorized to visit a single ARTCC within VATUSA at the discretion of the Deputy Director- Air Traffic Services." The form attached below is used to facilitate the approval or denial of such exemption requests. Requests will only be considered if all of the below requirements are met. Meeting these requirements does not mean your request will be approved, but it will be considered. Only one request can be submitted at a time. If a request is denied, a controller may submit another request for a different ARTCC unless otherwise instructed. The request must be accepted by both VATUSA2 and the Visiting ARTCC ATM before an exemption may be granted. Once an exemption request is approved, the controller cannot submit another request for 6 months and until all other relevant requirements outlined in DP001 Section 13 are met. An S2 may only visit a maximum of one facility at once. An acceptance of an additional request shall promptly remove the controller from the previous visiting roster.

Requirements:
Must hold the S2 rating
Must be in good standing as a home controller in a VATUSA subdivision
Must have held the S2 rating for 1 year
Must have controlled for over 250 hours at the S2 level
Must not have any disciplinary history within the past 2 years
Must have met all relevant requirements in DP001 Section 13
Must not have had an exemption request accepted within the previous 6 months

Please contact Brandon Wening - Deputy Division Director, Air Traffic Services with any questions ([email protected])

S2 Visiting Exemption Request Form: https://vats.im/usas2visit
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NOTAMs / Re: Rest in Peace Matthew Chicoine
« Last post by Matthew Kramer on May 07, 2024, 02:00:21 PM »
If anyone is interested in the planned memorial service, it will be in Laguna Niguel, CA. Matt's friend, Will, is also putting together a remembrance that he will forward to Matt's family. If you have something you'd like to contribute or to get details on the service, you can reach out to Will: _skyhawk on discord or [email protected].
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NOTAMs / Rest in Peace Matthew Chicoine
« Last post by Matthew Kramer on May 07, 2024, 01:51:07 PM »
Friends, it is with a heavy heart that I must deliver the news that long-time VATSIM contributor, controller, and friend Matt Chicoine has sadly passed away from cancer. A staple of ZLA Live along with his dog, a stalwart ZOA controller, a lifelong lover of aviation, and one of the most kind and gentle humans I've ever had the pleasure to know, Matt brought a joy and optimism to our community that was so uniquely his own. From controlling ZOA with us late into the night, or flying all sorts of fun and interesting approaches as ASA and WJA720, Matt's passion for the hobby and sheer happiness of being on the network will be sorely missed.


Love you, Matt.
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Events / [10/19/2024] Cross the Pond: Eastbound 2024
« Last post by Shane O'Neill on May 07, 2024, 12:38:27 PM »
Cross the Pond: Eastbound 2024 will be on October 19, 2024.
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Events / [8/11/24] New York Airshow
« Last post by Daniel Sirota on May 06, 2024, 07:49:51 AM »
Banner to be posted in due time

This weekend, AirDotShow officially returns to New York State, and the New York ARTCC is bringing the fun and excitement to you!

More details to come, but get ready for a Sunday full of excitement and fun in upstate New York.

Event Fields: KPOU, KSWF, KMGJ (TBD)
Date & Time: August 11th, 2024, 12:00pm → 4:00pm Eastern (1600z - 2000z)
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News / Iron Mic Awards: April 2024
« Last post by Brandon Wening on May 05, 2024, 12:08:26 AM »
April 2024 Iron Mic Awards

Congrats to our April 2024 Iron Mic winners!
Enroute: LAX_CTR - ZLA
TRACON: JAX_APP - ZJX
Tower: PDX_TWR - ZSE
Ground: SEA_GND- ZSE

Enroute Top 3
LAX_CTR 34.8%
JAX_CTR 30.9%
DEN_CTR 26.18%

TRACON Top 3
JAX_APP 27.38%
SCT_APP 22.73%
MCO_APP 20.35%

Tower Top 3
PDX_TWR 32.15%
SAN_TWR 20.47%
LAX_TWR 19.69%

Ground Top 3
SEA_GND 48.01%
SAN_GND 37.11%
MEM_GND 17.65%










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Events / [05/29/2024] Windy City Wednesday
« Last post by Kevin Huang on May 03, 2024, 12:58:24 AM »


Introducing ZAU's new monthly weekday staff-up!

Come one, come all, and fly into the beautiful Chicagoland area. Whether you are cruising down the FYTTE, or riding down the WYNDE, Chicago will be staffed up on this fine Wednesday evening with some of the finest controllers the Midwest has to offer!

Featuring: ORD, MDW, RFD, MKE
Time: May 29, 2024 at 2300z - 0200z+1
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Events / [11 May 2024 20-23z] A Day Out at Kennywood
« Last post by Jonathan Johnson on May 01, 2024, 07:50:03 PM »


Regarded as one of the top thrill seekers destinations, Kennywood is also home to some of the most iconic rides and rollercoasters in all of the USA. It's a Pittsburgh summer tradition that was regarded as US National historic landmark in 1987. So grab some Potato Patch fries and a funnel cake, take a ride on the Phantom's Revenge, and try and avoid the waterfall on the raging rapids for a day out at Kennywood!
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