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Get Ready for 24 Hours of VATSIM!
VATSIM is thrilled to announce the 7th edition of our twice-yearly flagship network event – 24 Hours of VATSIM! This March, we’re once again taking you on a global journey…
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Update to the VATSIM Code of Conduct: Section A14
Section A14 of the Code of Conduct has been updated to clarify communication standards. These changes ensure the network remains inclusive while maintaining voice as the primary standard. Key Clarifications…
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S.O.A.R – Winter Operations
Winter flying on VATSIM isn’t just about snow on the ground — it changes how we plan, brief, taxi, communicate, and fly. In today’s S.O.A.R article we will discuss the…
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S.O.A.R – Advisory part 2
When there is no controller online, pilots use advisory frequencies to coordinate with each other. It is not a chat channel, and it is not for pretending to be ATC.…
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Year End Message from the President
As this year comes to a close, so does my time as President of VATSIM. Tonight, after four unforgettable years in this role, I step aside with a deep sense…
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Changes to VATSIM’s Leadership | New VATSIM President
Dated 27.12.2025 The Board of Governors is pleased to announce the election of Don Desfosse as President of VATSIM effective 1 January 2026 for a two-year term. Don will serve…
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S.O.A.R – APPROACHES
Approaches are the final and most safety-critical phase of a flight. They guide an aircraft from a given altitude down toward a runway in a safe and predictable way. This…
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Updated Minimum Age Requirement Effective 2026
We are announcing an important update to our user policy as part of our ongoing work to maintain a safe and welcoming environment for all members. Effective January 1, 2026,…
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S.O.A.R – Airspaces
Introduction Airspace is the invisible framework that governs how aircraft operate. In real-world aviation, it creates order, safety, and efficiency. On VATSIM, this structure is simulated to mirror ICAO principles,…
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VATSIM Network Policy Update
Effective 15 November 2025 at 1200z The VATSIM Board of Governors is announcing a series of updates to the Code of Regulations (CoR) and Code of Conduct (CoC). The changes…