BOOK NOW: VATSIM Connexion 2017 [29 & 30 July 2017]

[Gunnar Lindahl]

 

UPDATE 19th MAY

 

Limited number of extra tickets released!

 

UPDATE 23RD APRIL

 

Aerosoft discount for attendees, new programme items, ticket sales deadline and Saturday night BBQ

 

UPDATE 12TH APRIL 2017

 

An update on hotel recommendations, ticket sale timelines & feedback requested.

 

UPDATE 6TH APRIL 2017

 

We are excited to release some programme highlights, with more to come over the coming weeks. Book your ticket now!

 

UPDATE 14TH JANUARY 2017

 

We are delighted to announce that tickets are now available to book for Connexion 2017. The website is available here. Tickets are 99GBP per person. For all details, please visit the website.

 

We are pleased to announce further details of the 2017 VATSIM convention in London, UK.

 

When will Connexion 2017 take place?

 

The convention will begin on the morning of Saturday 29th July 2017 and conclude in the afternoon of Sunday 30th July 2017. Convention events will take place on both days. An (optional) organised dinner will be arranged for Saturday 29th July 2017 in the evening. There will be an informal gathering prior to the convention on evening of Friday 28th July 2017.

 

Where will the convention take place?

 

 

The convention will be held at the Holborn Bars events space in the heart of London. This is a grade II listed building from the Victorian era and will facilitate us to have a great weekend together. It houses small spaces for informal gatherings and relaxing, as well as the rooms we will use for presentations. On-site catering means everything is under one roof and available for us to use across the weekend.

 

https://www.phcompany.com/de-vere/holborn-bars

 

How much will the convention cost?

 

The ticket price is 99GBP. This includes entrance to the two days of our event - full of interesting and informative talks and group sessions from leading experts in aviation and flight simulation, refreshments throughout both days and a selection from a hot and cold lunch offering.

 

The optional conference dinner on Saturday evening will be communicated at a later date, the exact details of which depends on the numbers attending. You will be asked to express an interest when booking so we have an idea of numbers.

 

When can I buy a ticket?

 

Right now! Visit our website to book.

 

Who should attend?

 

VATSIM conventions are open to all members from across the globe - we specifically are designing a programme for gr[Mod - Happy Thoughts]roots and established members alike (both controllers and pilots) to have a fruitful and interesting experience. We feel that some of the most enjoyable moments at these conventions are when members from across the world get to meet in person and socialise. The venue is wheelchair accessible and fitted with hearing induction loops.

 

We will be giving more details about the precise itinerary of the event in due course

 

I have more questions, concerns or need specific information

 

We have an FAQ section on the event website. If you can't find an answer to your query, post your question in the discussion thread or email us at [email protected].

 

[Gunnar Lindahl]

29th and 30th July 2017

Website and Bookings

 

 

The organisers of Connexion 2017 are pleased to announce the first confirmed programme items for the weekend of 29th and 30th July 2017. In addition to the below, we have several more talks planned and will announce them when confirmed over the coming weeks. (In no particular order)

 

SimFest

The fantastic SimFest team who own and operate a 747 simulator raising money charity each year as participants of World Flight will bring a no-doubt entertaining segment in our event as they explain how they constructed their simulator and how they manage to raise such an incredible amount of money each year.

 

AeroNav

We have a confirmed presentation from AeroNav to update us on their Global Nav Generator project.

 

Cross the Pond

Several members of the central planning team for the Cross the Pond will provide a behind the scenes glimpse at the planning, logistics and execution of the busiest weekends of the VATSIM event calendar.

 

Network Supervisors

There will be a talk on becoming a Supervisor and how the role of the Supervisor is changing on the network in the present day.

 

SWIFT Pilot Client

We will hear from the development team of the Swift Pilot Client, who will provide an update for us on the progress of this project and their visions for the future.

 

Workshop: Flight Planning using PFPX

Run by Vincent Stuart from BAVirtual, who’ll provide us some time to discuss and explain the intricacies of flight planning using PFPX; walking you through the steps to get from the dispatch office to the North Atlantic Track.

 

Panel Discussion: Pilot Training

The pilot rating system, pilot training schemes and reflections from ATO’s, we hope to have Vice President Pilot Training Divya Patel joining us for this discussion.

 

Panel Discussion: Events on VATSIM

The evolving world of VATSIM events; including the increase of in-person events in addition to the well-established virtual ones. We’re lucky enough to be able to welcome Matthew Bartels from VATUSA who’ll provide a balance between the differences and similarities between the North American Region and Europe.

 

Panel Discussion: Board of Governors

Your chance to pitch ideas, ask questions and generally get to know some of the members of the Board of Governors and find out how their role fits into making VATSIM tick.

 

Please note: this is not a definitive list other content will be added in the coming weeks and may be subject to alteration without notice. We are currently in talks with several major companies in our community to attend this event.

 

We have an FAQ section on the event website. If you can't find an answer to your query, post your question in the discussion thread or email us at [email protected].

[Gunnar Lindahl]

An update on hotel recommendations, ticket sale timelines & seeking feedback from attendees

 

Dear all,

 

A few important updates below. A reminder that you can find out all the information for the event here.

 

Hotel recommendations published

 

The event organizers are pleased to present a short docomeent with recommendations for those looking to stay in the vicinity of the venue during Connexion 2017. There are a range of options to suit your budget and we will do our best to answer queries in the discussion thread here.

 

Ticket sales scheduled to close at end of April

 

Tickets are currently available for sale via our website (connexion.vatsim.net). There are a limited number of tickets available and while we endeavor to sell tickets as long as possible, we anticipate that ticket sales will close at the end of April. It may be possible to offer late tickets after ticket sales have closed but these are likely to be at an increased price and will be limited in availability.

 

To avoid disappointment be sure to book your ticket now!

 

Feedback wanted

 

In addition to the confirmed content posted on the website, we’re also keen to hear from you, the members and attendees of the convention. We have a few slots available for you to help us to fill. If you have ideas about which talks, workshops or panels you would like to see at the upcoming event please let us know. This can include individuals, companies, organisations or just a topic you would like to learn about. You do not need to have anything more than an idea, just let us know and we will do the rest! Of course, if you’re interested in presenting something, we would also be happy to hear from proposals at this stage.

[Gunnar Lindahl]

UPDATE: Aerosoft discount for attendees, ticket sales deadline, Saturday evening plans and more programme items announced

 

Aerosoft

 

We are delighted to announce that Aerosoft have very kindly offered to provide an exclusive benefit to all attendees of Connexion 2017. Everyone who attends our event will receive a 20% discount code for use one of two highly anticipated upcoming projects: the CRJ 700/900 or the A330. This is a very kind offer from Aerosoft - we would like to thank them for supporting our event.

 

Ticket Sales

 

As you have probably seen, tickets are currently available for sale via our website (connexion.vatsim.net). There are a limited number of tickets available and we will be closing tickets for sale on Monday 8th May at 1200z. Please ensure you book before this date if you wish to attend. If you have begun booking a ticket and not completed payment or have not received an email from us containing your ticket details, please visit our website connexion.vatsim.net to finalise your booking in advance of this date.

 

Saturday evening dinner

 

Following an enjoyable and enriching day of convention content, we will enjoy an exclusive garden party in a nearby hotel (a short walk from the convention venue). Here we will have plenty of time for socialising and a BBQ buffet. We will sell tickets for this part of the event sometime closer to the date of the event. You will be able to purchase tickets for non-VATSIM members so as to be able to bring them along too.

 

Conference Content

 

We have just posted the latest items for the conference programme here and on our website, with more to follow. In addition to what was already announced, we are delighted to host the following sessions:-

 

- A day in the life of a (real) Heathrow Tower controller

- A presentation from BAVirtual

- Pilot's Perspective: life from the other side of the scope

- A day in the life of a (real) Eurocontrol Controller

- Workshop: Controlling Techniques

- Panel discussion: VATSIM and careers in aviation

 

More details on these available in the thread above and on the Connexion website.

 

 

 

 

 

[Gunnar Lindahl]

Dear All

 

We will be holding a further question and answer session on the VATSIM-UK Team Speak server this evening (30/04/2017) starting at 19:00z. Registering on the VATSIM-UK Teamspeak server is easy, just follow the instructions here..

 

This is an opportunity to speak with representatives from the Connexion planning team and is a good opportunity to find out more about the event. If you are waiting to book and looking for specific information this is a great time to ask those questions.

 

As always you can find more details on the event at connexion.vatsim.net.

[Gunnar Lindahl]

Ticket sales for the next VATSIM global convention will close on Monday 8th May 2017 at 1200 UTC. To book a ticket, visit the Connexion 2017 website. All VATSIM members are invited to join us for a rare but fantastic opportunity to meet, discuss and socialise with other members from across the world.

 

Amongst the programme for the weekend, there will be presentations from several real-world controllers who will share their perspectives controlling from Heathrow Tower and Eurocontrol in Maastricht. In addition, the CEO of BAVirtual will give a presentation about their virtual airline and their perspective on the future. We also have a number of discussion panels and workshops scheduled. Please check connexion.vatsim.net for further programme information.

 

Thanks to a generous offer from Aerosoft, all attendees will also receive a discount on one of their two upcoming product releases (the CRJ 700/900 or A330). More details are available in the VATSIM forums.

 

In addition to two days of events, on Saturday evening there will be an outdoor summer barbeque held a short walk from the venue of Connexion 2017. In our private garden party setting, members will be able to socialise and unwind as the sun sets over London.

[Gunnar Lindahl]

LESS THAN 72 HOURS TO BOOK - it takes 2 minutes to secure your ticket right here.

 

This summer, VATSIM will hold its next global convention event, and all VATSIM members are invited to attend.

 

Connexion 2017 will take place on the weekend of 29 & 30th July 2017 at the prestigious Holborn Bars conferencing venue in London, UK. This event brings together VATSIM members from all over the globe to meet and network with one another. It will feature workshops and talks on a number of topical subjects related to our hobby, as well as speakers from across VATSIM and the wider flight simulation community.

 

Tickets and further information, including accommodation recommendations, are available at the event website: connexion.vatsim.net.

If you are thinking of booking and have further questions regarding the event and/or things to see and do in London when you're here, we're hosting a Q&A session on the UK Teamspeak.

 

Register here: VATSIM UK Teamspeak

 

The next (and final) Q&A session will be held on:

 

Sunday 7th May 2017 - 19:30z - 20:30z

 

If you can't make it, why not tweet your question(s) instead. We will be monitoring tweets to the @vatsimuk twitter with the #connexionQA hashtag during the session:

 

@vatsimuk

#connexionQA

 

Remember that the booking deadline is on Monday 8th May 12:00z - so if you have anything you would still like to ask, please get in contact with us as soon as possible.

[Gunnar Lindahl]

 

Didn't get your ticket in time before they closed? Limited number of extra tickets released!

 

We have managed to secure a limited number of extra tickets for Connexion 2017, the global convention of VATSIM, and these are now on sale at a price of £109. But hurry - availability is limited and they won't be available for long. Book now at connexion.vatsim.net!

 

All VATSIM members are invited to join us for a rare but fantastic opportunity to meet, discuss and socialise with other members from across the world. Amongst the programme for the weekend, there will be presentations from several real-world controllers who will share their perspectives controlling from Heathrow Tower and Eurocontrol in Maastricht. In addition, the CEO of BAVirtual will give a presentation about their virtual airline and their perspective on the future. We also have a number of discussion panels and workshops scheduled. Please check connexion.vatsim.net for further programme information.

 

Thanks to a generous offer from Aerosoft, all attendees will also receive a discount on one of their two upcoming product releases (the CRJ 700/900 or A330).

[Gunnar Lindahl]

 

Less than 8 weeks to go! Have you got your ticket?

 

We're getting closer to the Connexion 2017, the global convention of VATSIM - taking place on 29 & 30 July in London, UK. If you were thinking about coming but couldn't commit to attending several months in advance, we still have a limited number of tickets available. They are available to book for £109 at the Connexion 2017 website.

 

Your ticket will get you access to two days of engaging talks and workshops, including:-

 

- A day in the life of a (real) Heathrow Tower controller

- A presentation from BAVirtual

- Pilot's Perspective: life from the other side of the scope

- A day in the life of a (real) Eurocontrol Controller

- Panel discussion: VATSIM and careers in aviation

- Panel discussion: Board of Governors Q&A

 

Your ticket also includes a hot lunch on both days and refreshments throughout the weekend. In addition, all attendees will be eligible for a discount code for one of two of Aerosoft's exciting upcoming products.

 

If you want to find out even more details, be sure to visit connexion.vatsim.net and secure your ticket now!

[Gunnar Lindahl]

Book your Saturday BBQ tickets & last few convention tickets remaining

 

There are still a few tickets remaining for Connexion 2017, the global convention of VATSIM, which takes place on Saturday 29 & 30th July. Click here to book your ticket. ALSO...

 

 

On Saturday evening of the convention we welcome you to join us to relax and unwind at our garden party barbecue. This is available for everyone attending the convention, as well as their partners and families and any VATSIM members who wish to join us who cannot make it to the convention. This will be an enjoyable event where we can enjoy great food in a traditional English garden with great company.

 

Venue:-

Grange White Hall Hotel

Montague Street, 15 minute walk from Connexion venue

 

When:-

Saturday 29th July (drinks from 1800, food served from 1900)

 

Tickets:-

£36.75 for Connexion 2017 Ticket holders, £39.75 for other guests.

Ticket Price includes:- buffet barbecue dinner, dessert and first drink from the bar. Other beverages may be purchased at the bar.

 

Tickets can be from now until Sunday 16th July via the book now link on this page, both for existing Connexion ticket holders and those still wishing to join us for either the convention or just the evening event. If you have any specific dietary requirements please advise us at the time of booking.

[Gunnar Lindahl]

 

Menu for Saturday Night BBQ, Teamspeak session for Connexion attendees & a few last minute tickets still available for main event

 

If you're in or around London on the weekend of 29/30 July, there are still some last-minute tickets available for Connexion 2017, the global convention of VATSIM. Click here to book - we'd love to see you there!

 

OPTIONAL TEAMSPEAK SESSION FOR CONNEXION ATTENDEES

 

There will be a Q&A/Info session held this Thursday evening, 13th July, at 1900z on the VATSIM UK Teamspeak server, aimed at answering any questions you may have about the event, particularly practical arrangements for travel or London specifics for those of you travelling from abroad.

 

Information on how to access the VATSIM UK Teamspeak server can be found here!

 

SATURDAY EVENING BARBECUE

 

 

On Saturday evening of the convention we welcome you to join us to relax and unwind at our unique space located in a secret, quintessentially English garden which backs onto London's British Museum, an idyllic setting for our BBQ garden party. This is available for everyone attending the convention, as well as their partners and families and any VATSIM members who wish to join us who cannot make it to the convention. This will be an enjoyable event where we can enjoy great food in a lovely setting with great company.

 

PROVISIONAL MENU

 

Tomato & Basil Salad

New Potato & Chive Salad

Grilled Vegetable and Couscous Salad

Coleslaw

 

Basil Marinated Salmon

Thai-spiced Chicken Kebabs

Sunblush Tomato and Coriander Beef Burgers

(Plus one more BBQ item to be confirmed)

 

Strawberry Eton Mess

Profiteroles with Chocolate Sauce

 

*Menu subject to change

VENUE

 

Grange White Hall Hotel [Google Maps]

Montague Street, 15 minute walk from the Connexion venue

 

WHEN

 

Saturday 29th July (drinks from 1800, food served from 1900)

 

TICKETS

 

£36.75 for Connexion 2017 ticket holders, £39.75 for other guests. The ticket price includes buffet barbecue dinner, dessert and first drink from the bar. Other beverages may be purchased at the bar.

 

Tickets are available until Sunday 16th July, both for existing Connexion ticket holders and those still wishing to join us for either the convention or just the evening event. If you have any specific dietary requirements please advise us at the time of booking.

 

You can book your tickets for the BBQ HERE.

 

[Gunnar Lindahl]

 

Only 3 days to go until we welcome VATSIM members from all over the world to London for Connexion 2017!

 

We'll be reporting live from the venue all weekend on our Facebook page ('like' us here!) and on our Twitter (follow us here!). Whether you'll be joining us in London or can't make it this time, join the discussion with the #VATSIMCon17 hashtag. We look forward to p[Mod - Happy Thoughts]ing on your questions and getting you involved!

 

You can find out more information on the event at the VATSIM Connexion 2017 website - if you live in or near London there are even a couple of last-minute tickets available to book.

 

We're looking forward to meeting you!