VAFS Competitor Scheduled for Entry Februrary 2009
On Februrary 1, 2009, a new online pilot reporting system is scheduled to enter the FSX virtual airline market. Pirep Systems (www.pirepsystems.tk) is currently showcasing a demo version of their latest pirep software on their website and is looking to garner interest as they work toward a February 2009 launch. Envisioned as a competitor to Mike Smith’s Virtual Airline Financial System (VAFS), Pirep Systems is set to be the latest entry in a market with few players. … Continue reading ‘VAFS Competitor Scheduled for Entry Februrary 2009′
Viva Las Vegas: Premier Airways Moves to McCarran
Premier Airways recently announced they will be moving their hub from Mineta San Jose International Airport, California to McCarran International in Las Vegas Nevada. Premier Airways President and CEO stated “in our current economic challenges, we must utilize the attraction of an airport such as McCarran”. Paul Herman also stated “we will operate expanded flight operations from Las Vegas to the entire west coast as well as main destinations throughout the United States”. Premier Airways will operate from Concourse A beginning October 25, 2008. … Continue reading ‘Viva Las Vegas: Premier Airways Moves to McCarran’
The Hawaii Express ‘Contemporary’ Arrives Ahead of Schedule
Previously scheduled for creation early in 2009, The Hawaii Express (www.thehawaiiexpress.com) entry into the contemporary virtual airline market has been fast-tracked with the acquisition of an Airbus Industrie A380 aircraft. This move into the modern marketplace comes after weeks of deliberation over aircraft types, routes, and back-stories. The A380 represents a marked difference in available technology while still adhering to the common strategy of moving as many people to and from Hawaii as quickly as possible. … Continue reading ‘The Hawaii Express ‘Contemporary’ Arrives Ahead of Schedule’
‘Flying Dutchmen:’ Wings Over Holland, launch FSX-based Flight School
It is clear that the English-speaking community makes up the largest percentage of FSX multiplayer users and entering English-speaking sessions can be very intimidating for non-native speakers (and native speakers too). In an effort to help combat this situation, Wings Over Holland, a Dutch organization most recently affiliated with Birmingham Virtual Airport, has started a flight school utilizing FSX to allow their pilots the extended opportunity not only to learn flight skills, but the English language as well. The Wings Over Holland Flight School trains their Dutch pilots using English aviation terminology while providing the necessary flight skills training- all in a safe and friendly environment. … Continue reading ‘‘Flying Dutchmen:’ Wings Over Holland, launch FSX-based Flight School’
Flock-Air First VA with FSX Mission
Flock-Air (Flock-Air.com) has published their own FSX Training Mission available to their members for free download. This stems from large numbers of requests for Training and Certification from its pilot base. Flock-Air Management has developed special training lessons for their members, creating FSX missions for single player. … Continue reading ‘Flock-Air First VA with FSX Mission’
SynerJet VA takes Synergy ATC Academy into the Skies
Synergy ATC Academy recently began the necessary steps to launch its virtual airline, SynerJet Virtual. Preliminary plans call for a Phoenix, Arizona (KPHX) and Dubai, U.A.E. (OMDB) base with a diverse fleet of aircraft in both passenger and cargo configurations. SynerJet is set to open to members of the Synergy Acadamies (ATC and Flight) and prospetive pilots should visit their website for more information. … Continue reading ‘SynerJet VA takes Synergy ATC Academy into the Skies’
Premier Airways Begins Canadian Service
Boston-based Premier Airways announced the introduction of Premier North this week, bringing inner Canadian service to the US based airline. Currently operating from Hamilton, Ontario, Premier North serves Ottawa, Montreal, Quebec, Halifax and Boston. Premier North operates a small fleet of a Boeing 737-400 and a 737-700NG. Further expansion is expected in November to Thunder Bay, Moncton and Calgary. … Continue reading ‘Premier Airways Begins Canadian Service’
The Hawaii Express Set to Explore the Future of its Past
Early next year Hawaii-based, The Hawaii Express (www.thehawaiiexpress.com) will develop a mirror site meant to represent where the airline would have been in the year 2015 had it been allowed to exist that long. The current The Hawaii Express fleet and all schedules will not be affected. Pilot reports from both the 1983 and 2015 versions will be accepted.
The “new” aircraft being considered are: the CamSim A350-1000 and -900 versions in both passenger and a dedicated cargo configuration; the A350-800; and once the paint kit is released, the A360-200. The group is also considering the A380, but with the limited amount of routes available, this may over saturate the airline with aircraft that simply aren’t needed. The A350 is due for service entry in 2012 but the launch date for the A360, a direct A320 replacement, has not yet been announced. … Continue reading ‘The Hawaii Express Set to Explore the Future of its Past’
The Hawaii Express reaches 100th logged hour
The Hawaii Express, www.thehawaiiexpress.com, recently celebrated a monumental milestone. On Thursday, October 10th, a DC-10 piloted by technician John King completed The Hawaii Express’ 100th logged hour since opening September 1st. Captain King was not aware of this milestone until the evening after he logged the flight when he was notified by the airlines accountant.
While 100 hours may not seem like much, especially when logged over a month and a half, take into account that the airline only has half a dozen active pilots. “I think this is actually a pretty important event” John later stated in an email to the airlines CEO, “I’m happy the first milestone has my name on it”. … Continue reading ‘The Hawaii Express reaches 100th logged hour’
Synergy ATC Academy On-Track to Begin U.S. Operations
A new FSX-based ATC training academy is set to open in the coming weeks. For those interested in becoming skilled air traffic controllers, Synergy ATC Academy, (www.synergyatc.com), is to begin operations from a U.S. hub by the end of October 2008. Prospective members are encouraged to check the website often as information becomes available.
In addition to controller training, Synergy ATC Academy also plans an in-depth flight school (Synergy Flight Academy) and a virtual airline (Syner-Jet Virtual), set to take-off in the months following the launch of the ATC training school. … Continue reading ‘Synergy ATC Academy On-Track to Begin U.S. Operations’
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