BVA's Facility Showcase gives pilots the opportunity to experience one of our minor airports. Local and overlying air traffic controllers will be providing service for those looking to explore the area, practice instrument approaches, arrive from afar, or just remain in the pattern. With a single focus-airport, this is the perfect opportunity to experience being sequenced at a busier airport with both IFR and VFR arrivals.

This week's event features the controlled airport of Portland Jetport (PWM), in Portland, Maine. This scenic coastal city offers great views along the shoreline, a fun charted visual approach, and is just a short flight from Acadia National Park.

June 23, 2026 1900-2200ET {23 June 2026 2300-0200z}
Featuring: KPWM

Get ready to spill the tea because the sixth chaotic chapter of the legendary HONK series is here!
Boston Virtual ARTCC invites you to join us on Saturday, April 4th, from 7:00 PM to 11:00 PM Eastern Time (2300–0300 UTC).

After five honk-tastic adventures parodying blockbuster movie titles with our favorite aggressive Canadian goose, the bird is back and drama has landed in New England airspace. This time, it's HONK VI: The Real Housewives of Boston Approach — where the skies are filled with more shade, side-eyes, and "You cannot sit with us" vibes than a Logan International arrival rush.

This event will feature full staffing of Boston Consolidated TRACON (A90) airspace, providing pilots with realistic operations across the region. Controllers will cover the entire A90 TRACON and all towered airports including:

KBOS – Boston Logan International (expect significant delays and heavy traffic)
KACK – Nantucket Memorial
KASH – Boire Field (Nashua)
KBED – Laurence G. Hanscom Field
KBVY – Beverly Regional
KFMH – Cape Cod Coast Guard Air Station (Falmouth)
KHYA – Cape Cod Gateway (Hyannis)
KLWM - Lawrence Municipal
KMHT – Manchester-Boston Regional
KOWD – Norwood Memorial
KPSM – Portsmouth International at Pease

Pilots are encouraged to consider satellite airports to avoid extended holds and delays into KBOS, while enjoying detailed approach and departure services.

Connect to VATSIM during the event window for full ATC coverage and a busy, realistic New England flying experience.

The Long Island Sound Fly-In invites you to join a relaxing yet engaging VATSIM evening celebrating the timeless beauty of the northeastern coastline and the unique challenges of flying in one of the busiest airspace regions in the world.

On March 17th, 2026, from 7:00–10:00pm ET (2300–0200 UTC), pilots are welcome to arrive, depart, and enjoy pattern work at a selection of classic airports ringing Long Island Sound. The event centers on the Class C facilities of Long Island MacArthur Airport (KISP) in Islip, NY, and Rhode Island T.F. Green International Airport (KPVD) in Providence, RI, while also featuring a handful of welcoming Class D fields ideal for general aviation: Tweed-New Haven (KHVN), Bridgeport (KBDR), Suffolk County (KFOK), Groton-New London (KGON), Quonset State (KOQU), and New Bedford Regional (KEWB).

Cruising along the shores of Long Island Sound offers breathtaking views of historic seaside villages, charming getaways, and enduring maritime communities that have shaped American coastal life for generations. From the whaling-era ports and elegant Gold Coast estates of Long Island’s North Shore to the quiet harbors, sandy beaches, and fishing traditions of Connecticut and Rhode Island, the region is steeped in rich nautical and cultural history—perfectly framed by calm waters and classic New England scenery that makes every approach or low-level departure feel special.

At the same time, the event provides an excellent opportunity to sharpen your skills in the famously congested and intricately layered airspace of the Northeast corridor. Precise communication, sharp situational awareness, and smooth coordination are essential whether you're threading a visual approach into a Class C hub, working the pattern at a busy Class D airport, or sequencing amid overlapping flows from the major New York and Boston metropolitan areas.

Full, professional ATC staffing will be provided throughout the event by controllers from Virtual New York ARTCC (ZNY) and Boston Virtual ARTCC (ZBW), covering tower, approach, departure, and enroute positions to deliver an immersive and realistic experience.

Whether you're bringing a light single-engine aircraft for scenic circuits, a regional jet into the bigger fields, or simply joining friends for some laid-back pattern work, come fly the historic shores of Long Island Sound and experience the thrill of Northeast operations firsthand. We look forward to seeing you on frequency—fly safe and enjoy the views!

Join Boston Virtual (ZBW), Virtual New York (ZNY), and Washington Virtual (ZDC) ARTCCs for the longstanding tradition of the Northeast Corridor FNO – a VATUSA-sanctioned Friday Night Operations event that has brought heavy traffic and realistic operations to one of the busiest airspace corridors in the world for over a decade.

On Friday, January 30, 2026, from 1900-2300 ET (2359-0400z), expect full staffing across the featured airports: Washington National (KDCA), New York LaGuardia (KLGA), and Boston Logan International (KBOS), along with their surrounding airspaces.

Pilots flying the Northeast Corridor can anticipate high-volume traffic mirroring real-world operations. Due to the inherent complexity and congestion of the northeastern airspace, traffic management initiatives – including ground delays, holding, miles-in-trail restrictions, and possible reroutes – are likely to be in effect. Plan accordingly, bring extra fuel, and enjoy the challenge!

This iconic event celebrates the tight coordination between our three ARTCCs while paying homage to Amtrak's famous Northeast Corridor rail service that connects these major hubs.

Whether you're shuttling between DCA, LGA, and BOS or flying in from afar, come experience the energy of the Northeast Corridor. Controllers and pilots alike – let's make this another memorable FNO!


Connecting VATUSA for the last 12 years!

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Here's a look back at the last 12 Northeast Corridor event banners!

Bundle up and fire up those engines — it’s time for the Cold Start FNO!

Kick off Boston Virtual ARTCC’s annual 60-hour winter marathon with a frosty Friday night across the Northeast Corridor. From 0000 to 0400z (1900–2300 ET) on Friday, December 5th, the Boston (ZBW), New York (ZNY), and Washington (ZDC) ARTCCs will team up to bring you wall-to-wall coverage from New England to the Mid-Atlantic.

No featured fields this time — the skies are your playground. Whether you’re flying a quick shuttle hop, an east coast milk run, or a long-haul departure, expect full staffing, heavy traffic, and that signature Northeast energy.

Start your weekend right — with a Cold Start.


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Concurrently, ZBW will be hosting the 60 Hours of BVARTCC event. This is a one-of-a-kind ATC marathon event! Boston Center will be staffed continuously for 60 hours throughout the weekend in December. Please check the event posting for details.

Every year millions of people travel to the New England area to experience the breathtaking fall colors all across the region. These fall tourists are known locally as 'leaf peepers,' and they fuel a multi-billion dollar tourism industry annually. While this influx of visitors provides a welcome economic boost to the region it is not without it's challenges-particularly for rural areas where the the infrastructure and public safety resources can be stretched beyond capacity.

BVA Special Operations invites you to come join us in celebrating this unique time of year by participating in Operation Leaf Peeper, there will be mission scenarios for many different types of missions including but not limited to security overwatch and Intelligence, Surveillance, and Reconnaissance (ISR); Medevac and Search and Rescue (SAR); border and airspace protection, fire watch and firefighting; airborne photography; and additional support for these missions.

Learn more about BVA Special Operations here.

19 October 2025 1300 - 1700 ET {19 Oct 2025 1700-2100Z}

Set the parking brake on the airliner and take to the skies in your favorite general aviation aircraft—this time, we’re heading to Hanscom Field in Bedford, Massachusetts.

Located just outside of Boston, KBED is home to one of the region’s busiest general aviation hubs, supporting everything from student pilots in Cessnas to corporate jets on tight schedules. With a dynamic mix of traffic, diverse operations, and a scenic approach over historic New England landscapes, Hanscom Field offers a perfect challenge for both pilots and controllers.

During the event, full local ATC coverage will be provided at KBED, with overlying radar services offering IFR and VFR support. Whether you're looking to shoot some practice approaches, enjoy some pattern work, or take a short VFR hop from another nearby field, this fly-in is all about celebrating the vibrant GA community.

Fly VFR or IFR—single engine piston or light bizjet—whatever your mission, Hanscom Field and Boston Virtual ARTCC is ready for you!

September 14, 2025 1400-1700ET {14 Sept 2025 1800-2100z}
Featuring: KBED