Empora Air Completes Quick Acquisition of Swift Air
Posted on | November 19, 2008 | No Comments
In a surprise move, New York based Empora Air recently announce it has acquired the competing Swift Air, a boutique airline with operations similiar to that of Empora. Swift Air’s two Boeing 767s will be absorbed into Empora Air’s technologically advanced fleet consisting of the latest A330, B737, B767, and B777 aircraft. The A320 aircraft previously flown under Empora Air colours are now available for lease and/or sale and all interested parties should contact the Empora Air C.E.O. for more information.
Empora Air is also celebrating their one-year anniversary with a membership drive envisioned to boost membership numbers and create buzz around the Empora Air brand name. They have continued work on their website, but more information can be found at: emporava.com. … Continue reading Empora Air Completes Quick Acquisition of Swift Air
Qatar Airways Virtual Poised to be Industry Leader
Posted on | November 3, 2008 | 1 Comment
It has been two weeks since the launch of Qatar Airways Virtual, the first and only VA to have the official sanction of the real-world carrier that it replicates. Spearheaded by a real-world Qatar Airways pilot, Qatar Airways Virtual uses Mike Smith’s Virtual Airline Financial System (VAFS) to track flights and maintains a rank-based system that allows pilots to work their way up from the narrow-bodied Airbus A319, A320, and A321 to the heavy wide-bodied Boeing 777 and the Airbus A330 and A340. … Continue reading Qatar Airways Virtual Poised to be Industry Leader
Bourne Aviation Now Complete After Recent Additions
Posted on | November 3, 2008 | No Comments
The Bourne Aviation group is now complete with the approval of the final ten of its now 35 virtual airline-stong coalition. Malaysia Airlines, Vietnam Airlines, Turkish Airlines, TAM Brasil, Hawaiian Airlines, TAP Portugal, Austrian Airlines, TACA Airlines, Kenya Airways, and Korean Air are now a part of Bourne Aviation; for a complete list of current alliance members can be found at: http://www.bourneaviation.com/virtualairlines.php … Continue reading Bourne Aviation Now Complete After Recent Additions
EastJet Virtual Receives Boost from Confident Investors
Posted on | November 3, 2008 | No Comments
EastJet Virtual, the low cost carrier based out of Cincinnati/North Kentucky Int’l, has announced it has received a cash infusion after investors confidence grew with the news of a $17 Million profit for the first quarter of EastJet Virtual’s operations and the declining price of oil. Shawn Fitts, CEO, stated “in times of hardship, high prices and fewer seats on the market, this proves that the EastJet brand is a huge success.” Priding themselves in excellent customer service and industry leading on time performance, EastJet Virtual has continued to gain ground in the VA nation. … Continue reading EastJet Virtual Receives Boost from Confident Investors
VAFS Competitor Scheduled for Entry Februrary 2009
Posted on | October 31, 2008 | No Comments
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
Posted on | October 28, 2008 | No Comments
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
Posted on | October 28, 2008 | No Comments
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
Posted on | October 25, 2008 | 1 Comment
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
Posted on | October 23, 2008 | 3 Comments
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
Posted on | October 22, 2008 | No Comments
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
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