VATSIM Scandinavia and Finland invite you to enjoy our weekly event, Welcome to HEL. Helsinki Airport will be fully staffed by our air traffic controllers every Thursday 1800z-2100z.
A rapidly growing team of controllers is looking forward to guiding you into Helsinki Airport (EFHK). Helsinki Control (EFIN_CTR) will also provide top-down service all across Finnish airspace. We guarantee professional, flexible and friendly service across the entirety of Finland.
See you on Thursday!
We invite you every second Thursday to our Onlineday. From 18:30-21:00z you can enjoy our professional ATC services at the capital city airport Berlin Brandenburg. Expect perfectly managed transitions, crowded aprons and lots of movement on the parallel runways. No matter whether you want to fly IFR or VFR, there will be always some room for your favorite aircraft in our modern designed airspace. Don't hesitate, start your sim and give us a visit, we can't wait to see you! In case you forgot to carry the EFB with you or you aren't really familiar with our procedures, we got you covered:
You can find charts at: https://chartfox.org/EDDB Check out our briefing at: http://vats.im/eddb
Winter is at the doorstep but exciting events continue even on the Black Sea coast. So, get ready to take flight over the Black Sea! Join us at Varna Airport (LBWN) on 22.11.2024 from 17:00 - 20:00 Zulu for an exciting VATSIM event where Varna's skies will come alive. Experience top-notch ATC coverage at LBSR FIR, dynamic airspace, and the thrill of flying into one of Bulgaria's busiest coastal airports. Whether you’re flying IFR across Europe or joining for a scenic VFR approach along the coast, your presence will add to the action.
Don’t miss this chance to connect with fellow pilots and controllers for an unforgettable virtual experience. Dust off your charts, plan your routes, and prepare for a night of immersive virtual aviation at Varna!
Charts can be found here: Varna Airport charts
Don't know what to do on a Friday evening? Take a trip to the Baltics and visit Rīga - the heart of the Baltic region! Every Friday from 1700z till 2100z Latvia vACC hosts the famous Rīga Friday Fun which is a perfect way to relax at the end of the week! Rīga FIR will be staffed top-down and will warmly welcome all pilots both in the capital and on minor airfields!
Winter is coming! From 18Z to 21Z every Friday during the colder months, our ATC team will be fully staffed.
Come experience the winter skies over Romania and make your mark on one of Eastern Europe's busiest hubs.
Whether you're flying VFR or IFR, you'll enjoy professional ATC service. Fly into or out of Bucharest Otopeni (LROP) and challenge yourself with winter conditions and busy traffic. Don’t miss out on the winter operations - join us and keep the skies animated!
At the end of every week a special highlight awaits you at Hanover airport: The Hanover Friday of VATSIM Germany! From 18:30-21:00z, all ATC stations in Hanover will be staffed, and the controllers are excited to guide you out of, in to or through the control zone of Hanover. A short VFR trip into the countryside or a full IFR flight to the biggest airports in Europe - we are looking forward to everyone!
Come fly on the most famous Air Bridge in Brazil, connecting the Rio - São Paulo axis, where you can face challenging approaches and landings in the country's largest cities! Every friday, from 2359z to 0230z, expect friendly and professional ATC in the area.
Santos Dumont (SBRJ) and Congonhas (SBSP) airports have one of the most difficult approaches and operation in the world, which requires extra skills from pilots. Remember: you can always go-around!
If you prefer longer runways, Galeão (SBGL), Guarulhos (SBGR) and Viracopos (SBKP) international airports are also availabe!
Join us and enjoy!
It's time again: During the Berlin Real Ops event you can again discover a variety of destinations around the world from Berlin Airport. Together with you, we want to realise the real-world flight plan. Get in your planes on November 23rd 2024, fly one of the many real flights from 04:45z to 1000z that daily depart from the capitals airport and expect full ATC coverage! You can now reserve one or more slots in our booking system, to be part of this great event! We are looking forward to your visit!
Book your flight here: https://slots.vatsim-germany.org/berlin-real-ops-morning-edition-3
Dear Pilots!
TRvACC and Arabian vACC are inviting you to "Bridges Skylines: Dubai to Istanbul | OMDB - LTFM" event on 23 November, Saturday, between 12z - 19z. Join us and depart from world’s tourism hub , Dubai (OMDB) to cultural and historic hub of Turkiye, Istanbul (LTFM) with full ATC coverage!. Departures from Dubai Airport (OMDB) will be between 12 - 15z and arrivals to Istanbul Airport (LTFM) are planned for 16-19z. See you in frequencies!
Sceneries and Charts
Istanbul Airport (LTFM): https://wiki.vatsim.tr/wiki/LTFM
Dubai Airport (OMDB): https://hayya.vatsim.me/switch_hq
On November 23, the French vACC and the vACC Italia invite you to a unique experience, "Silk Connection," an aviation event linking Lyon Saint-Exupéry (LFLL) and Venice Marco Polo (LIPZ). This two-way shuttle symbolizes the historic ties between the city of Lyon, once renowned for its silk industry, and Venice, paying tribute to the cultural and commercial exchanges that animated the famous Silk Road traveled by Marco Polo.
Throughout this aerial route, relive the historical and commercial connections from the Rhône Valley to the Adriatic shores, evoking the spirit of Lyon’s silk artisans. Pilots and air traffic controllers are invited to participate in an immersive and realistic journey with complete ATC coverage in both Lyon and Venice, ensuring optimal flight conditions within European airspace.
Join us for this tribute to the legacy of the Silk Road and experience an unforgettable moment of aviation between two cities rich in history and culture.
Dear pilots,
VATAdria and VATSIM Spain proudly announce the Mediterranean Link event, taking place on November 23rd, 2024. Depart from the iconic Barcelona-El Prat Airport and set course for the two jewels of the Adriatic region – Split and Dubrovnik. As you soar the skies over the Mediterranean waters, enjoy the European southern coast and the views it has to offer.
Departures from LEBL are scheduled from from 1530z to 1800z, while controllers at LDSP and LDDU will be waiting for you from 17z to 20z. Full en route ATC coverage is to be expected! For a seamless online experience, we ask you to fly the routes provided below:
LEBL→LDSP: DIPES N725 OSPOK DCT NOLVI DCT ORKUM DCT ELSAG DCT ALG DCT MINKA DCT POZZO DCT TINIX DCT ATRUP DCT SUTOB L5 VAPUP
LEBL→LDDU: DIPES N725 OSPOK DCT NOLVI DCT ORKUM DCT ELSAG DCT ALG DCT BATOX DCT TINTO DCT ATRUP DCT XOLTA DCT ORAKA
See you on the scope!
Experience Scandinavia like never before with Scandinavia Real Time 2024! This unique event invites pilots to book and fly from real-world flight schedules and experience seamless, high-quality air traffic control across Iceland, Norway, Sweden, Denmark, and Finland for a full five hours. From regional hops to long-haul flights, pilots can expect an unmatched immersion with realistic ATC coverage from 16:00 to 21:00 UTC.
Whether you're a commercial captain or a general aviation enthusiast, Scandinavia Real Time 2024 offers you the chance to enjoy Scandinavia's stunning landscapes and bustling airspace under professional ATC. Book your route today and join pilots across the world in this incredible event in Scandinavian skies.
Bookings will be availible from the 18 Nov at 12.00z.
Every two weeks, we light up the airspace over LHBP - Budapest so you can enjoy the night as you fly in/out of the Hungarian capital with a beautiful evening scenery! Budapest can easily facilitate large jets as well as small GAs, so feel free to grab your favourite aircraft and join the event! You can expect coverage from 18:00z. See you there!
Welcome to the ZAU Live Event: Live from Chicago! Come join us as we staff up Chicago O'Hare International Airport, Chicago Midway International Airport, and Milwaukee Mitchell International Airport for a busy night on the western shore of Lake Michigan.