AirWeGo and Vertigo Upgrade to FSX
In a release dated, December 22, 2008, U.K.-based AirWeGo Virtual Aviation Group shared how massive amounts of time and energy have been directed at upgrading Vertigo, a division of AirWeGo dedicated to creating and reproducing real-world operations within Mircosoft Flight Simulator, to FSX standards. Helicopters were first introduced to the Flight Simulator community in FS98, and since, AirWeGo’s operations have steadily grown in: popularity, flight model complexity and realism. ”A wide variety of missions and scenery have been created over the last eight years.” said the release, “covering the globe with scenarios ranging from VIP Transport, Oil Field Construction through to Expedition Logistics.”
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California Express Re-Birth Rises from Shelved Merger Talks
Amidst talks of a merger that would have seen Air Fresno and Pacific Coast Cargo converge and consolidate their fleets to form a cargo-only operation, Air Fresno C.E.O., Peter McKay, and Pacific Coast Cargo C.E.O., John King, have instead decided to redevelop California Express, a venture sparked when Air Fresno closed in 2006. California Express will begin operations early next year utilizing the Boeing 737-300 aircraft incorporating upwards of twenty-five unique liveries.
Original plans called for a flight schedule based on real world flight times supplied by Southwest Airlines, and operating from San Diego (18 routes), Los Angeles (18 routes), San Jose (12 routes), San Francisco (6 routes), Orange County (6 routes), and Ontario (6 routes). Jet service through Fresno will not be scheduled, instead Air Fresno will be a feeder through one of those hubs. Continue reading
Eagle Wings Virtual Spots Late December Launch
Virtual airline newcomer, Eagle Wings Virtual (www.eaglewingsvirtual.com) is looking for a late December 2008 launch for its proposed passenger service serving the Eastern European market. Under development since Fall 2008, Eagle Wings Virtual is looking to join the ever-changing landscape of the virtual airline marketplace. Their goal is to differentiate their airline from other virtual airlines by providing their pilots the opportunity to grow as the airline grows.
Eagle Wings C.E.O. Ivan Ozvatic shared details about the new organization saying, “current plans call for a hub in Zagreb, [Croatia] (LDZA) with a fleet of turboprops, medium and large jets in passenger configuration.” He went on to say, “our ultimate goal here at Eagle Wings Virtual Airline is to provide the pilot with an organized, fun, and professional atmosphere where they can truly enjoy the pleasure of being an airline pilot in a growing community.” Continue reading