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Events / VATSIM at FlightSim Expo
« on: May 18, 2019, 09:24:14 AM »
VATSIM will be exhibiting live at FlightSim Expo in Orlando, FL. Come out and see us!

For more information visit http://www.flightsimexpo.com

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News / VATSIM is looking for FSExpo Display Team Members
« on: March 07, 2019, 07:54:35 PM »


VATSIM is looking for members who are attending FlightSim Expo (June 7-9th, 2019) in Orlando, FL, USA that would be willing to assist VATSIM running the display on the show floor.

Volunteers for the display team will commit to working Air Traffic Control Positions or interacting with the public (answering questions and promoting VATSIM) at least 1 hour each day of the show. Members within the VATUSA division who would like to work the featured control positions will be expected to dedicate a small amount of time to self study on the positions to be staffed prior to arrival at FSExpo. Members who are part of other divisions will be allocated time blocks to staff positions within their division.

This is an excellent way to help promote VATSIM and encourage fellow flight simmers to join our community and we hope you will consider lending a hand!

Those members interested in joining the display team may submit applications at vats.im/expo

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Events / VATUSA at FlightSim Expo 2018
« on: May 08, 2018, 02:07:07 AM »


VATSIM encourages its members to join VATUSA and many members of the VATSIM Board of Governors at this first annual event. In addition to the chance to meet with fellow VATSIMmers, you’ll find the biggest names in at-home flight simulation at FlightSimExpo: Aerosoft, FlyJSim, Infinite Flight, Laminar Research, NATCA, Navigraph, Orbx, PilotEdge, PILOT’S, Prepar3D, REX Game Studios, simMarket, and many more.

FlightSimExpo is a conference and tradeshow. Exhibitors will be displaying the latest in flight simulation and aviation technology in the 15,000 square foot exhibit hall. Attendees will be able to try out simulators and new products from developers across the industry, meet air traffic controllers, and learn about local non-profit aviation organizations. The event runs all day on Saturday, June 9 and until 3pm on Sunday, June 10.

If you can not join us in Las Vegas, Please fly or control as much as you can this weekend as we will be showing off the many diverse opportunities available for people to fly and control within our division and network and the more positions and traffic we have online the better!

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VATUSA in partnership with VATSIM is proud to announce our partnership and participation at the inaugural FlightSimExpo!

The event will take place 09 June – 10 June 2018 at the Flamingo Las Vegas resort.

VATSIM is planning a massive display of online flying and air traffic control consisting of air traffic controllers from our United States and Scandinavia divisions, pilots from the Boston Virtual ARTCC pilot community, flight instructors from the VATSTAR ATO, and representatives from the VATTASTIC VATSIM situational display.

Additionally, VATUSA will be hosting a live Friday Night Ops (FNO) event from the convention floor the day before the conference on 08 June from 2300z – 0400z. All VATSIM members are welcome to join us for this evening of live controlling and flying! If you are going to participate in the Live FNO please register here -> https://goo.gl/S6VNCn

VATSIM encourages its members to join VATUSA and the many members of the VATSIM Board of Governors at this first annual event. In addition to the chance to meet with fellow VATSIMmers, you’ll find the biggest names in at-home flight simulation at FlightSimExpo: Aerosoft, FlyJSim, Infinite Flight, Laminar Research, NATCA, Navigraph, Orbx, PilotEdge, PILOT’S, Prepar3D, REX Game Studios, simMarket, and many more.

FlightSimExpo is a conference and tradeshow. Exhibitors will be displaying the latest in flight simulation and aviation technology in the 15,000 square foot exhibit hall. Attendees will be able to try out simulators and new products from developers across the industry, meet air traffic controllers, and learn about local non-profit aviation organizations. The event runs all day on Saturday, June 9 and until 3pm on Sunday, June 10.

Alongside more than 35 exhibitors, the conference will feature education-oriented seminars and presentations from a panel of Twitch streamers, PMDG’s Robert S. Randazzo, CFII Jason Miller, Captain John Cox, home cockpit builders Matt Ford and Tom Gauvin, and more! VATUSA controllers Derek Vento and Bradley Tice, who are also controllers in real life, are speaking about the benefits of VATSIM, and careers with the FAA, on Sunday afternoon.

There are great door prizes, discounts available on local attractions including flying a full-motion Boeing 737 NG simulator, and so much more!

Registration and discounted hotel rooms are available now at www.flightsimexpo.com.

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Events / Live up America FNO!
« on: May 01, 2018, 05:06:12 PM »


VATUSA is kicking off our participation at FlightSimExpo 2018 with a bang!

The always popular Light Up America event returns as a Live FNO from 2300z - 0400z on June 8th.

We are going to staff as many positions as we can live from the show floor in Las Vegas and want everyone who can't make it to Vegas to join us virtually for one insane night of controlling and flying. Our goal, get all 22 Centers online as well as as many TRACONs and Towers as we can.

All who are going to FlightSimExpo are welcome to attend live and should register here -> https://goo.gl/S6VNCn

This will be a FNO for the history books! See you in Vegas!

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Events / FNO Down Under
« on: May 01, 2018, 02:27:52 AM »

 

Ladies and Gentlemen, VATPAC and VATUSA are proud to present the latest VATUSA Friday Night Ops - Down Under!

 

We have something exciting, different and possibly even challenging in store for you. Did you know that VATPAC's airspace covers a large amount of the Pacific Islands? It even covers Papua New Guinea. This FNO, join us as VATPAC fully staffs Port Moresby - AYPY (The capital of P.N.G), Cairns - YBCS, Brisbane - YBBN and Hamilton Island - YBHM (Both in Queensland, Australia). This gives you the chance to experience Class C and D airports as well as the chance to experience some absolutely stunning scenery.

 

Kicking off at 2300, you can choose where to depart or arrive from, what to fly and how hard our controllers will work. We recommend flying regional sized aircraft to Hamilton Island as it regularly sees the Q400, 717 and 738's, however, the choice is yours.

 

Airports: AYPY , YBBN, YBCS , YBHM

 

Time: [11/05/18] 2300 - 0300Z | [12/05/18] 0900-1300 AEST

 


You can find a full pilot briefing available including charts, local procedures and scenery at our website https://fno.vatpac.org

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Events / [16MAR 2300z-0400z] FNO: Minneapolis
« on: March 10, 2018, 08:13:40 AM »


It's time to go outside and enjoy that Minnesota Spring... or not. Snow from the previous week dumped a foot of snow in the Twin Cities, and the clear skies makes it a gorgeous winter day in Minneapolis and St. Paul. MSP will be fully staffed for 5 straight hours, so come on down and enjoy that classic Minnesota not-Spring!

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News / VATSIM seeks Vice President, Marketing and Communications (VATGOV10)
« on: February 09, 2018, 12:11:30 PM »
VATSIM is an international online flight simulation network with well over 70,000 active members. An exciting vacancy on our Board of Governors is now open for applications. If you're a well-established VATSIM member who has a real passion for the network and both the ideas and skill to deliver great marketing, both internal and external, for the network, we want to hear from you!

Responsible to:

VATSIM Founders Team
VATSIM BoG Team
Position Duties:

Responsible for identification, research and execution of marketing strategies, including advertising promotions, along with development of global contacts for the benefit of VATSIM members
Undertakes public relations duties on behalf of VATSIM by providing communications and news releases to media and various flight simulation related entities
Promoting VATSIM and informing members of various VATSIM activities through the VATSIM.net website, VATSIM.net official forums and official VATSIM Social Media accounts
Develops, directs and uses communications and social media strategy to channel information to members and the flight simulation community
Develop and make available VATSIM branded and approved materials and procedures for VATSIM members attending and setting up booths at public facing events such as aviation themed conventions and airshows
Recruit, hire and retain qualified staff volunteers to assist and ensure seamless delivery of all services required of this office in a timely manner and to help build future leaders for VATSIM
Board of Governor Duties:

Attend Board of Governors meetings as outlined in Article §2.07 of the VATSIM Code of Regulations
Maintain a regular monthly online presence and be willing to answer questions from members if connected with staff callsign
Assist with duties as a VATSIM Supervisor when logged into the network with a rating of Administrator. Enforce the policies of VATSIM both on and off the network.
Interact with other members of the Board of Governors, the VATSIM Executive Committee and/or individual Regional Directors as needed to accomplish their individual and collective duties
Actively contribute to the development of VATSIM policy, procedures and plans
Position Holder Attributes:

Be a member of good standing in VATSIM for more than two years at the time of application
Demonstrated ability to make and keep commitments
Expectation of availability to attend all scheduled meetings for the duration of the meeting and engage daily in email and voice communications with other BoG members in furtherance of VATSIM policy and procedures and effectively engage with staff, members, and the professional media in problem-solving and relationship building
Have good knowledge of the VATSIM Code of Conduct and Code of Regulations
Have proven ability in the management of a small group of people
Experience in internet, social media, and print/radio/video production processes
Be able to work effectively and build relationships within a volunteer organisation
Have proven ability with the use of Flight Simulation software and VATSIM Pilot Client Software
Demonstrated skills in communications and marketing tools mainly but not exclusively within an internet community
Please send your CV (which may include real-world elements but must also address your history with VATSIM including any staff positions) and covering letter (which demonstrates how and why you are the best candidate for this role, no longer than 2 sides) to [email protected] by 2359z on Thursday 22nd February 2018. Late applications will not be accepted.

We look forward to hearing from you!

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News / VATUSA is recruiting members for the FlightSim Expo Display Team
« on: February 02, 2018, 06:46:23 AM »
1.Position and Location
VATUSA is looking for controllers to staff a live VATSIM ATC display at FlightSim Expo (June 9-10, 2018)
-This position is located in Las Vegas, NV and interested parties will be responsible for own travel and expenses.
- Note: This is not a typical live event, this is an exhibition of the live network and its capabilities to the general public and team members will be expected to interact with the public and promote the network.
 
2.Time Commitment
-12 to 20 hours of live VATSIM Network controlling over a two-day period (June 9-10,2018) including time talking with the public and answering questions. Team members will be given time to explore the convention and attend presentations as well.

3.Supervisor
 VATUSA Events Manager (VATUSA5)

4.Application Deadline

Closes February 15, 2018 at 23:59 Eastern Time

5.Duties of VATUSA FlightSim Expo Display Team Member
-Staff various ATC positions at ARTCCs where certified.
-Open and close various positions (where certified) based on public interest and VATUSA direction.
-Promote all VATUSA ARTCCs and the VATSIM Network to the observing public.
-Answer questions posed by the public.
-Act as a mentor or pseudo-pilot for a sweatbox scenario where the public can try controlling.

6.Minimum Requirements
-Must have at least a Controller (C1) Rating with a center certification at home facility. (S3 Controllers may be considered on a case by case basis.)
-Must be an active member of the network in good standing, with no significant disciplinary record.
-Must be able to work in a team environment.
-Must be willing to register for FlightSim Expo and bear all registration and travel costs at own expense.
-Must be wiling to purchase VATUSA t-shirt to be worn on convention floor while exhibiting. ($10-$15)

7.Highly Desired Skills
-Possess a high degree of energy and enthusiasm for virtual flying, air traffic control, and the VATSIM network
-Prior or current experience as a VATUSA instructor or Mentor
-Center certifications at 2 or more VATUSA ARTCCs or certifications on ZLA positions.

8.To apply
-Send email application containing the following to vatusa5 (at) vatusa.net
-Name
-Active email address
-CID
-Short paragraph on why you wish to be part of the team

-Applications are due February 15, 2018 by 23:59 Eastern Time
-Competitive applicants will be contacted by VATUSA5 with further information.

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News / VATSIM and VATUSA Announce Participation at FlightSimExpo 2018
« on: February 02, 2018, 06:39:54 AM »
VATUSA and VATSIM are proud to announce our participation at FlightSimExpo 2018 in Las Vegas, NV. We have been working with the team at FlightSimExpo for the past couple of months to determine how our community best fits within the conference.

VATSIM will be represented in a two tiered approach consisting of pilot communities and Air Traffic Control communities.  Multiple pilot communities such as VATSTAR, BVA, and various virtual airlines will represent all of the flying opportunities available on VATSIM. Pilot communities interested in exhibiting at Expo should email [email protected] for more information.

VATUSA will be representing all 22 of our ARTCCs on the convention floor with a live ATC display team comprised of our controllers from all over the country. This team will demonstrate the Air Traffic Control opportunities on our network and work to recruit new controllers for all facilities.

VATUSA controllers interested in participating on the VATUSA demonstration team should check the VATUSA forums within the next week for information on how to apply to be a part of the demonstration team.

All VATUSA members are encouraged to join us in Las Vegas, for what will surely be the largest meetup of the year!

About FlightSimExpo:
Registration for FlightSimExpo 2018, North America’s new community-driven flight simulation conference, is open now. The conference welcomes the public of all ages to join us on June 9-10, 2018 at Flamingo Las Vegas Resort.

Attendees can register by visiting www.flightsimexpo.com.

Registration includes full access to the tradeshow floor and the seminars taking place on both event days. The confirmed exhibitor list for FlightSimExpo is growing almost daily, and can be viewed at www.flightsimexpo.com. It includes more than 20 top simulation developers.
 
Rooms at the event venue, Flamingo Las Vegas Resort, are going quickly. If you haven’t already, please book your hotel room online now by visiting flightsimexpo.com/hotel.

As many will know, the conference was formed by a group of community organizers from a VATUSA facility who have years of experience in flight simulation, aviation, and event planning. FlightSimExpo plans to bring simulation enthusiasts, current and former aviation professionals, and anyone else who has an interest in flight simulation or aviation together to witness the advances and developments within the industry. The conference is truly community-driven, and the venue, host city, and event activities have all been established in response to feedback from the community and developers.

Follow FlightSimExpo on Twitter (@FlightSimExpo) and like the conference on Facebook (FlightSimExpo) for the latest updates.

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Events / FNO: Friday in Cowtown
« on: January 23, 2018, 05:17:04 PM »


On February 23rd at 23:59z (16:59 local), join the Edmonton FIR for Friday in Cowtown! Fly into or out of Calgary International Airport (CYYC) and celebrate the western culture that has earned the city the nickname of Cowtown!

*Important Info*
Calgary International Airport finished construction of a new, 14,000 ft runway in 2014, the longest runway in Canada. Default FSX and P3D do not include this new runway. We HIGHLY recommend you either install scenery (http://secure.simmarket.com/fsimstudios-calgary-international-airport-cyyc-fsx-p3d.phtml) or simply update the AFCAD files (https://flyawaysimulation.com/downloads/files/11313/afcad-file-for-cyyc/).

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Events / FNO: San Juan
« on: January 02, 2018, 01:20:45 AM »


San Juan CERAP invites you to join us as we host VATUSA's popular Friday Night Ops. Puerto Rico is home to some of the best scenery in aviation. Luis Muñoz Marín International Airport (TJSJ) will have full ATC service for this event. Join us on January 26 from 2359-0500Z (7PM-12AM EST) for a fun night of flying.

Scenery:
LatinVFR TJSJ: http://www.latinvfr.org/
Imagine Simulation TJSJ: http://www.imaginesim.com/

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Events / FNO: Champagne in Toronto
« on: December 18, 2017, 03:20:29 PM »


Friday Night Ops returns north of the border for the first FNO of 2018.

Fly in or out of Toronto Pearson International Airport (CYYZ) for the
first time since LAST YEAR!

Event time 2359-0500z. See you in the skies!

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Events / No FNO due to Christmas Holiday
« on: December 13, 2017, 12:20:43 AM »

VATUSA would like to wish our controllers and pilots a very Merry Christmas!

We will be taking FNO off this week to allow everyone to enjoy the holiday weekend with their families.

See you next week!

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Events / No FNO due to Thanksgiving holiday
« on: November 22, 2017, 10:12:20 PM »


Due to many of our controllers spending time with their families over the holiday weekend. We will be taking FNO off this week.

VATUSA wishes all of our controllers and pilots a Happy Thanksgiving.


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