Wygene Chong 1089621 Posted December 14, 2010 at 09:54 AM Posted December 14, 2010 at 09:54 AM Updated 14th December 2010 To combat a growing number of posts regarding the above topic, here is a quick answer: 1) Visit the Virtual Airlines section of vatsim.net - http://www.vatsim.net/pilots/v-airlines/ 2) Click on VA/SOA Partners - http://www.vatsim.net/pilots/v-airlines/va-vasoapartners/ 3) Click on View our Partners - http://vasops.vatsim.net/ There you have it, a list of VA's approved by VATSIM! If you have any queries about VA's (that you think will not cause VA CEO's to just promote their own VA) then please post in this topic VA's have been categorised into various sections, most predominantly being the regions that they are based in. So for example, if you want a European VA, look in the Europe section. You can also search for keywords, such as realistic or training, or even demographics like British/Australian. A few VA's belong to more than one category. There are also VA's that accept pilots with no experience, VA's that are just starting up, VA's with operations in certain areas such as general aviation (GA) and cargo, VA's that hold Authorised Training Organisation status with the VATSIM network etc... Finally, there are the VSOA's that run special operations, mainly in the military field. For example, the Virtual Royal Air Force. NOTE: Please do not create topics in the forum asking for people to suggest a virtual airline. It does not work and just leads to m[Mod - Happy Thoughts] promotion of various VA's. Other Information To help you search for a virtual airline, keep an eye on the VA News Forum - http://forums.vatsim.net/viewforum.php?f=25 VA's post their latest news here, often with recruitment notices and information on new operations etc... When searching for your virtual airline, check out their websites. Read through the information they provide for new pilots. Keep a list of those that particularly impress you or had operations and systems that caught your eye. Once you've exhausted the list, then go through and cross off those you don't want. You'll be left with a few to choose from; much easier than the original 300+ VA's in partnership with VATSIM! Remember you can join more than one VA at a time (unless the VA has a specific rule saying you can't). Also remember you can leave a VA so it's not a matter of picking the perfect one first off. Wygene Chong C1 Controller | Iceland | Greenland | Faroe Islands VATSIM Scandinavia Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tom Uytterhoeven 1151895 Posted December 15, 2010 at 07:21 PM Posted December 15, 2010 at 07:21 PM Lol my post had to be the limit then. Although I read when it was already closed about some Ryanair spamming.. Guess they are not only annoying on their website BeluxvACC Controller ezyJet VA Staff Member | Vatsim Liaison Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tom Corbiere 998687 Posted March 25, 2011 at 12:43 PM Posted March 25, 2011 at 12:43 PM So i've been sending in applications to VA's now for probably 2 weeks now and not one of them have contacted me back at all... So my question is Are there any virtual airliners out there for FS9? Here's the kicker I want to fly for a US carrier such as Southwest, Jetblue, Continental, United, US Airways ex... I also would like the VA to be a pretty active one.... Please Help Thank You Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jerry Taylor Posted March 26, 2011 at 12:32 AM Posted March 26, 2011 at 12:32 AM So i've been sending in applications to VA's now for probably 2 weeks now and not one of them have contacted me back at all... So my question is Are there any virtual airliners out there for FS9? Here's the kicker I want to fly for a US carrier such as Southwest, Jetblue, Continental, United, US Airways ex... I also would like the VA to be a pretty active one.... Please Help Thank You Hi Tom, I sent you a PM. Jerry CEO - Air Logistics http://virtualairlogistics.org Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ernesto Alvarez 818262 Posted March 26, 2011 at 12:39 AM Posted March 26, 2011 at 12:39 AM i would check your spam folder Tom. those emails could be getting lost in there or blocked completely by your email provider, wouldnt be the first time, especially with AOL users. very few VA's dont support FS9 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Andres Vasquez 1200912 Posted August 13, 2011 at 06:12 PM Posted August 13, 2011 at 06:12 PM I'm also looking for a virtual airline? which one is the best? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Luke Kolin Posted August 13, 2011 at 06:20 PM Posted August 13, 2011 at 06:20 PM I'm also looking for a virtual airline? which one is the best? I don't think anyone can answer your question. You should really ask - "what VA is best for me?" Cheers! Luke ... I spawn hundreds of children a day. They are daemons because they are easier to kill. The first four remain stubbornly alive despite my (and their) best efforts. ... Normal in my household makes you a member of a visible minority. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Richard Gerrish Posted August 13, 2011 at 06:21 PM Posted August 13, 2011 at 06:21 PM I'm also looking for a virtual airline? which one is the best? Every VA brings with them something different to the table, the only way to really know which one will be the best for you, the level of realism you fly, and your schedule is to look at their websites(and forums if their public) and get to know them. then make a list and make an informed decision as to who YOU want to fly for. I would also join a few and take em for a test drive and see if the book truly matches the cover, Nothing says you're required to stay with a VA once you sign up. Richard Gerrish Developer, STM Applications Group Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
James Doro 1219224 Posted February 18, 2012 at 02:01 AM Posted February 18, 2012 at 02:01 AM I think its crazy how some VA's have such crazy minimums. I can't remember which one it was, but one of them wanted 250+ hours flying sims, then another couple hundred flying jets etc etc. Give me a break. I just spent a lifetime busting my butt to meet REAL WORLD minimums and requirements to fly for a living and now you expect me to do that for a SIM!? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tony Forrest 900418 Posted February 18, 2012 at 07:13 AM Posted February 18, 2012 at 07:13 AM I think its crazy how some VA's have such crazy minimums. I can't remember which one it was, but one of them wanted 250+ hours flying sims, then another couple hundred flying jets etc etc. Give me a break. I just spent a lifetime busting my butt to meet REAL WORLD minimums and requirements to fly for a living and now you expect me to do that for a SIM!? Well James, you know which VA's to miss now. Have a look through the VATSIM approved list. Only a few demand ridiculous prerequisites. Blue Skies Tony Forrest Network Supervisor Training Director - Noble Air [Mod - Happy Thoughts]istant Hub Captain - Noble Air Christchurch http://nobleair.net Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Marc Wheeler Posted February 18, 2012 at 02:51 PM Posted February 18, 2012 at 02:51 PM Tony is right. There is a huge selection of Virtual Airlines on the VATSIM approved list. Your best bet is to try out a few that interest you and eventually you will narrow it down to on. Blue Skies! VATSIM: P1|C3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fernando Valderrama 128049 Posted May 6, 2014 at 06:34 PM Posted May 6, 2014 at 06:34 PM Please make sure your VA supports the software that you're using. Don't make the same mistake I made when I chose the wrong [NAMELESS] VA and invested quite a lot of effort just to find out I could not fly a Check Ride with my software. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Luke Kolin Posted May 6, 2014 at 08:02 PM Posted May 6, 2014 at 08:02 PM Don't make the same mistake I made when I chose the wrong [NAMELESS] VA and invested quite a lot of effort just to find out I could not fly a Check Ride with my software. I think I just made a mistake, too. Cheers! Luke ... I spawn hundreds of children a day. They are daemons because they are easier to kill. The first four remain stubbornly alive despite my (and their) best efforts. ... Normal in my household makes you a member of a visible minority. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fernando Valderrama 128049 Posted May 7, 2014 at 03:04 AM Posted May 7, 2014 at 03:04 AM Luke Don't make the same mistake I made when I chose the wrong [NAMELESS] VA and invested quite a lot of effort just to find out I could not fly a Check Ride with my software. I think I just made a mistake, too. Cheers! Luke And what mistake did you make, Luke ? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Andrew Roberts 1098021 Posted October 28, 2014 at 05:19 PM Posted October 28, 2014 at 05:19 PM Call me crazy, but real world time should be counted towards sim hours... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Arthur Melton Posted April 20, 2015 at 02:47 AM Posted April 20, 2015 at 02:47 AM Have a look at Tasman Air an Australian VA Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Daryl Barber 832951 Posted January 30, 2016 at 12:37 AM Posted January 30, 2016 at 12:37 AM Its always best to fully check out a VA to see if it will suite you before signing up. There is a wide choice so be choosy Regards Daryl Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ing Zimmerman 867578 Posted April 18, 2016 at 12:45 PM Posted April 18, 2016 at 12:45 PM First 2 links on the first post are dead. Bat Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ethan Browning Posted September 22, 2016 at 01:09 PM Posted September 22, 2016 at 01:09 PM Try British Virtual Airways http://www.britishvirtualairways.co.uk/ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Georgi Bonchin 1394205 Posted November 7, 2017 at 06:30 AM Posted November 7, 2017 at 06:30 AM Hi Guys, A young and I feel very perspective teenager created recently a new VA. You may wish to check it and eventually join here: http://flyokvirtual.com Regards: Georgi Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kyle Williamson 1462527 Posted November 1, 2019 at 06:06 PM Posted November 1, 2019 at 06:06 PM Hey Captains, I noticed this was a dormant thread so I thought I would post up on it. I have been flying with a VA for a couple months now and have found it to be an amazing VA. They are on top of things, and always available if you need help. It's based in the US, but has hubs around the world as it is tied to one of the world's largest operators. Delta. If you so choose to look us up you can find us at https://flydeltavirtual.com/. If you have any questions feel free to message me. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Calum Stevens Posted August 25, 2020 at 12:24 PM Posted August 25, 2020 at 12:24 PM Links in the sticky are dead. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Michael Ryan 1286383 Posted April 8, 2021 at 07:29 PM Posted April 8, 2021 at 07:29 PM Could we possibly get some updated links here? Would be much appreciated. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tim Wong Posted April 8, 2021 at 08:30 PM Posted April 8, 2021 at 08:30 PM 1 hour ago, Michael Ryan 1286383 said: Could we possibly get some updated links here? Would be much appreciated. Thanks for advice. Update will be done over the weekend. Do you want your Virtual Airline to become an official partner on VATSIM or to participate in the VAA Program? Visit https://www.vatsim.net/pilots/virtual-airlines Tim Wong Director of Virtual Airline Relations VATSIM.net Virtual Airlines and Special Operations Administration Do you want your Virtual Airline to become an official partner on VATSIM or to participate in the VAA Program? Visit https://www.vatsim.net/pilots/virtual-airlines Tim Wong Director of Virtual Airline Relations VATSIM.net Virtual Airlines and Special Operations Administration Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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