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Events / [7/25/26] Road to the Final

« Last post by Jake Decker on May 18, 2026, 12:49:18 PM »

Banner to be posted in due time
The World Cup has landed at the MetLife Stadium in New Jersey, which means that the New York ARTCC is hosting a soccer-themed aviation event that welcomes flights from all across the globe. It's time for the real match to begin by beating the rush hour at Newark International and Teterboro Airport. Join us in bringing supporters, athletes, and celebrities to the world's largest event, whether you decide to fly into New York airspace or fly out. Make sure to plan extra fuel and snacks for delays, high-density traffic, and expect full radar coverage across the region. Don't miss your chance to be in this once-in-4-year event!

Date & Time: Saturday, July 25th | 12pm - 4pm Eastern | 1600z - 2200z

Events / [06/12/2026] Northern EXPOsure VATUSA FNO

« Last post by Kristofer Pierson on May 18, 2026, 12:50:51 AM »

VATUSA and ZMP hosts the FNO from the FlightSim Expo show floor! Controllers from across the VATUSA Division will be lighting up their home airspace while ZMP holds their live event. Expect great staffing and ATC from across the country.

Events / [06/27/2026] ZLA Live 2026

« Last post by Brody Baker on May 17, 2026, 10:59:28 AM »

Join ZLA once again as we come together and control LIVE and in person from sunny San Diego! Expect excellent staffing throughout all of your favorite SoCal airports.

Date: June 27th, 2026 / 1600-2000L 2300-0300Z
Airports: KLAX, KSAN, KSNA, KBUR, KONT, KPSP

Events / [06/19/2026] The Golden Triangle FNO | VATMEX

« Last post by Dan Michael Bonaga on May 14, 2026, 11:04:57 PM »

Three cities, one high-value corridor. Mexico City, Monterrey, and Guadalajara are the country’s top metropolitan economies, making this route network a true “golden” triangle of business, industry, culture, and aviation.
Join VATMEX on June 19th for a night of busy domestic and international flows and full ATC across MMMY, MMGL, and MMMX. 1759–2200 CST / 2359–0400z

Events / [6/9/2026] Tuesday Nights in New York: JPX & FOK

« Last post by Jake Decker on May 14, 2026, 12:34:30 PM »

New York never sleeps, and neither does ZNY. Join us for another edition of Tuesday Nights in NY!

This month, we're teeing it up as the 126th U.S. Open Championship comes to Shinnecock Hills Golf Club in Southampton, New York, June 18–21, 2026. With 150,000+ golf fans descending on the East End of Long Island. Golf's biggest stage is in our backyard. Come fly the skies above it.

Date & Time: Tuesday, June 9th | 7pm - 10pm Eastern | 2300z - 0200z

Events / [05/25/2026] The $39 Farewell Tour

« Last post by Jonathan Baggett on May 13, 2026, 11:45:34 AM »

Join the Cleveland ARTCC as we bid farewell to Spirit Airlines with one final ultra low-cost adventure through the skies of the Midwest. Whether you’re flying the iconic yellow Airbus fleet into bustling hubs or hauling one last load of passengers who definitely didn’t pay for a carry-on, this event is your chance to celebrate one of aviation’s most recognizable airlines in true VATSIM fashion.

General Discussion / Re: VATSIM USA Assigning Gates

« Last post by Sebastian Kang on May 09, 2026, 10:54:36 AM »

Hey Ryan!

You may have better luck with this discussion in the VATUSA discord. You can find it in your My VATUSA profile on the website.

General Discussion / VATSIM USA Assigning Gates

« Last post by Ryan Burke on May 07, 2026, 06:57:32 PM »

I would love to see VATSIM USA copy what VATSIM Europe does and assign gates to arriving aircraft. Sadly, a lot of folks in the US don't know which gates there real world airline uses at airports. Thus, it becomes kind of a mess. In Europe, ATC will assign your gate when you land. I think this could be super helpful and help with the immersion that VATSIM brings us all!

Events / [05/31/2026] VATSIM Elite Wings (ORD-LGA)

« Last post by Dan Michael Bonaga on May 06, 2026, 11:05:58 PM »

Think you’ve got what it takes to handle complex airspace and high-traffic operations? Elite Wings is here to put your skills to the test!

This event is designed for experienced pilots who want a real challenge. We’re talking busy frequencies, complex procedures, and ATC coverage from gate to gate. If you’re used to flying in quieter airspace, get ready—this will be a whole different level.

On 31st May, starting at 1300 UTC, you’ll depart from Chicago O'Hare - KORD and head to New York (LaGuardia) - KLGA, navigating through the famous Park Visual approach and one of the most complex taxiway networks in the United States. This isn’t just a flight—it’s an experience.

To maintain a structured and realistic flow of traffic, slot booking is mandatory. Make sure to reserve your departure time here (https://booking.vatsim.net/) in advance so you can participate.

Bring your A-game, because controllers will expect you to be sharp with procedures and quick with readbacks. If you're ready for a realistic, high-traffic challenge, this is the event for you. The skies are waiting—are you up for it?

Preferred Route: MOBLE ADIME GERBS Q186 WEVEL ETG MIP4

Events / [06/16/2026] Midwest TRACON Tour: South Bend

« Last post by Kevin Huang on May 05, 2026, 02:07:44 PM »

The Chicago ARTCC proudly presents the Midwest TRACON Tour, an new series of events that highlights the lesser loved facilities across ZAU. Join us for a lovely evening in South Bend, Indiana!

The South Bend TRACON features two towered airports in South Bend International Airport and Elkhart Municipal Airport. Other airports in the area include Valparaiso (VPZ), Benton Harbor (BEH), and Michigan City (MGC). The TRACON also sequences arrivals into Chicago Midway. Come enjoy the sand dunes off the southern coast of Lake Michigan, or the stunning views of northern Indiana with us on Tuesday evening!

All general aviation, IFR, and VFR operations and all skill levels are welcome. Surrounding facilities such as Great Lakes, FWA, and GUS will have ATC coverage as staffing permits.

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