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′
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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VAFlash.com relaunched
Yes, we’re back! Send your news to editor@vaflash.com
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VATSIM makes the Wall Street Journal
On Thursday May 18th the Virtual Air Traffic Simulation Network (VATSIM) received a great publicity boost when the front page of the Wall Street Journal featured an article headlined "In imaginary skies, would-be controllers guide pretend pilots". … Continue reading ‘VATSIM makes the Wall Street Journal’
Poll result: Too many airlines
According to our latest poll, most of our readers think the there are too many virtual airlines.
65% of all respondants think that the majority of airlines can close their doors.
… Continue reading ‘Poll result: Too many airlines’
Mega Fly In on IVAO
Zuliana Virtual Airlines and IVAO Venezuela are currently
preparing a "Mega-Fly In" to Maracaibo (SVMC) that will take place on
next November 13, 2005.
The event called "Venite Pa’ Maracaibo" could be the biggest Fly In
event ever organized at the International Virtual Aviation Organization
(IVAO). All the pilots, Virtual Airlines and Organizations are invited
to assist.
… Continue reading ‘Mega Fly In on IVAO’
FIR Wien to host Finally, Austria: Reloaded
FIR-Wien, the Vienna ARTCC arranges a major fly-in at the training-room of Microsoft Austria.
The FIR Wien
controllers will provide high quality ATC for the Austrian airspace
with Vienna/Schwechat Intl’ Airport (LOWW) and Innsbruck/Kranebitten
Airport (LOWI) fully staffed.
… Continue reading ‘FIR Wien to host Finally, Austria: Reloaded’
Weekly poll results are here
Last week’s poll results are in. We asked your age, and we got a good response.
The results are surprising, or aren’t they?
… Continue reading ‘Weekly poll results are here’
Grounded Magazine announced
Today the formation of Grounded Magazine has officially been
announced by Andrew North, spokesperson for the Grounded Magazine team.
Grounded is a free publication and is to be released on a monthly basis with the
first release set for October 1, 2005
… Continue reading ‘Grounded Magazine announced’