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Events / [10/24/2025] Florida Night Ops
« Last post by Roy Parsons on September 02, 2025, 03:03:03 PM »

Join Miami and Jacksonville ARTCC's for Florida Night Ops! Take a trip around the Sunshine State and visit us at KMCO, KMIA, KJAX, and KRSW. We hope to see you in the skies!

Featuring: KMIA, KRSW, KMCO, KJAX

Date and Time: October 24th, 2025 | 2300z - 0300z (7pm -11pm ET)
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Events / [10/22/2025 2300z-0200z] Razorback Rendezvous
« Last post by Eric Smith on August 31, 2025, 09:14:24 PM »


Whether you’re flying in for the Razorbacks’ next big game or just sharpening your skills in the pattern, there is plenty of ramp space for you. Join the Memphis ARTCC for an evening of high-energy operations as we staff up the Razorback TRACON!

Event Area: Razorback TRACON
Time & Date: October 22nd, 2025, 6-9 PM Central (2300-0200z)
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Events / vZDC Presents: “Live from Wilmington” – Featuring ILM, FAY, & RDU!
« Last post by Junzhe Yan on August 29, 2025, 01:17:37 PM »


Join vZDC for a special Live Controlling Event as our controller staff up the Carolinas for an evening of fun!

Date: 11OCT25
Time: 2300z-0300z/0700pm-1100pm


Airports Featured:
Wilmington (ILM) – Coastal gateway to the Atlantic
Raleigh–Durham (RDU) – Bustling hub for regional and mainline traffic
Fayetteville (FAY) – Home to diverse GA and regional operations

Whether you’re flying a quick regional hop, enjoying a GA scenic tour, or bringing in an airliner, our team will have you covered from clearance to landing.

Pilot Tip: Expect busy airspace as military, GA, and commercial traffic all converge. Bring your charts, plan your routes, and be ready for some live ATC energy!

Come fly, hang out, and enjoy a night of live ATC service across North Carolina!
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Events / Re: A Night Over the Shenandoah Valley
« Last post by Matthew Radek on August 29, 2025, 01:14:36 PM »
Looking forward to flying into SHD.  Go Dukes!
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Events / [09/26/2025] The Seattle Salmon Run FNO
« Last post by Hayden Tilby on August 26, 2025, 07:16:02 PM »

Each year, salmon battle the odds to return home — now it’s your turn. Join the Seattle ARTCC as we host “the Seattle Salmon Run”, a high-traffic Friday Night Ops event at KSEA. From coast-to-coast and beyond, pilots are invited to make their final approach through the Emerald City, navigating the same skies that once guided indigenous peoples and fishers tracking the legendary salmon runs.

Expect full staffing, scenic arrivals over Puget Sound, and busy airspace flowing like a mighty river. Whether you’re flying a regional Dash-8 or a heavy from the East Coast, reel in your flight and ride the current into Sea-Tac!

Event Field: KSEA
Event Date: September 26th, 2025
Event Time: 23z-03z / 16L-20L
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Events / [11/02/2025] Diego de los Muertos
« Last post by Brody Baker on August 24, 2025, 11:13:13 AM »
Date/Time: November 2nd, 2025 2200z-0100z / 1500-1800L
Airports: KSAN, KCRQ, KMYF, KRNM, KSEE, KSDM
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News / ZMA seeks a Webmaster
« Last post by Roy Parsons on August 23, 2025, 07:42:35 PM »
Position Posting: Miami ARTCC Webmaster
Date Posted: August 23, 2025
Submission Deadline: Position Filled

Purpose:
The Miami ARTCC is currently seeking a highly motivated individual who will provide effective management of the ARTCC’s data services, including but not limited to: web content development and services, discord management, and email systems.
 
Key Responsibilities:
- Reports to the Air Traffic Manager and Deputy Air Traffic Manager
- Develops, manages, and oversees Web Services, APIs, E-mail, and other systems
- Responds quickly to website and data system needs
- Develops policies and procedures for operation and maintenance of the ARTCC web and data systems
-  Forms, oversees, and manages the ZMA Web Team
- Other duties as assigned by the ATM or DATM
 
Basic Requirements:
-  Supports the ZMA ARTCC’s mission of “Creating professional controller’s, maintaining a high degree of integrity” while creating and maintaining an open and accepting community.
-  Serves as a leader to coach and motivate controllers while upholding a culture that builds exceptional internal and external pilot experiences.
- Supports and participates in initiatives that give back to the VATSIM community.
- Supports the recruitment, retention, and development of a diverse range of talented people.
- Strengthens others through consistent feedback while driving productivity and morale.
- Holds self and others accountable to high performance standards while providing pilots with memorable experiences.
- Partners in the development of strategy and helps to translate into specific priorities, objectives, and action plans.
- Attends periodic meetings to report on ARTCC activities.

Additional Requirements:
- Must have at least a Student 1 (S1) rating
- Must be an active member of the VATSIM network in good standing with no significant disciplinary history
- Must be proficient in modern web programming languages and techniques.
- Must have excellent written and oral communication skills
- Must be able to work in a team environment
- Must display leadership qualities
- Must be available for regular correspondence (via the primary means of e-mail and discord), as well as routinely checking VATUSA forums and other outlets for official notices
- Be able to meet all activity requirements as outlined in ZMA General Policy and all sections thereof (as appropriate).

This position requires a significant commitment to ZMA and VATSIM. Roles and responsibilities may change as needed.
 
Applications Shall Include:
- Full name, active email, and VATSIM CID
- Resume detailing relevant experience and skills (include any applicable real-world experience)
- Sample of work that demonstrates ability
 
Candidates shall email their application package to datm@zmaartcc.net with the subject title “ZMA WM Application”.
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Events / [9/27/2025] Hop The Ridge - TYS | TRI | GSO
« Last post by Meg Bruck on August 23, 2025, 07:16:41 PM »


Hop the Appalachian Ridges and rock on over to Greensboro with the Virtual USA Flying Club and the Atlanta Virtual ARTCC

KTYS || KTRI || KGSO

Sept 27, 2025
1900z - 2200z
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News / Indy Center Staff Open House
« Last post by Hayden Young on August 23, 2025, 10:33:36 AM »


Indy Center is hosting "Open House" sessions in September to recruit for open staff positions in the facility. Check out the schedule bellow and come by TeamSpeak to talk about our community, vision for the future, and what opportunities might be right for you.

We have openings in the Facilities, Events, Training, and Tech Teams:
  • Training Administrator
  • Facilities Team Manager (VATUSA FE)
  • Events Team Manager (VATUSA EC)
  • Tech Specialist (Visitors Accepted!)
  • Events Specialist (Visitors Accepted!)
  • Instructor (Visitors Accepted!)
  • Senior Mentor (Visitors Accepted!)

Indy Center is the best place to kick off your first VATUSA staff experience. Most openings do not require prior experience and also don't require a transfer to ZID.

Please RSVP by selecting 'interested' on the Indy Center Discord.

Sun 9/7 1:00p-5:00p https://discord.com/events/477298775455563776/1408829951930794075
Tue 9/16 6:00p-10:00p Eastern https://discord.com/events/477298775455563776/1408829951930794075
Sat 9/20 4:00p-8:00p Eastern https://discord.com/events/477298775455563776/1408832439450599434
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Events / [10/12/2025] Rose City Ramble
« Last post by Hayden Tilby on August 22, 2025, 10:53:45 AM »

Join the Seattle ARTCC for an event featuring the smaller Portland Metro fields!

The more local fields in the northern Willamette Valley are often overshadowed by PDX, but they represent a huge part of Oregonian air traffic. Whether it's in a GA aircraft, bizjet, or even an airliner, join ZSE as we staff up the Portland-Hillsboro, Aurora State, and Portland-Troutdale airports!

Event Fields: KHIO, KUAO, KTTD
Date/Time (Pacific): October 12, 2025 1600-1900
Date/Time (Zulu): October 12, 2025 2300-0200
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