VATSIM Blog

Author: VATSIM Marketing

  • Partnership Announcement | VATSIM x Navigraph

    We’re excited to announce a new data partnership with Navigraph 🤝 Through this partnership, Navigraph will provide Jeppesen-powered Navigation Data, updated every AIRAC cycle, to support VATSIM’s global network of…

  • S.O.A.R – MDA and DH

    Welcome to another S.O.A.R post, today we will be explaining MDAs, DHs, their differences and practicalities.  Flying on instruments demands precision and discipline. When weather prevents a clear view of…

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  • 24 Hours of VATSIM – Legs 7 to 12

    The countdown to the 6th edition of 24 Hours of VATSIM is officially on! We’re excited to unveil the second 6 thrilling legs that will take you on a breathtaking…

  • 24 Hours of VATSIM – Legs 1 to 6

    The countdown to the 6th edition of 24 Hours of VATSIM is officially on! We’re excited to unveil the first 6 thrilling legs that will take you on a breathtaking…

  • Get Ready for 24 Hours of VATSIM!

    VATSIM is thrilled to announce the 6th edition of our twice-yearly flagship network event – 24 Hours of VATSIM! This October, we’re once again taking you on a global journey…

  • S.O.A.R – Holdings

    Holding patterns are a fundamental aspect of virtual and real-world aviation used to manage traffic flow and ensure safe separation in high-traffic conditions or unexpected delays. On the VATSIM platform,…

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  • S.O.A.R – METARs and TAFs

    Understanding METARs and TAFs in Aviation and VATSIM Weather reporting in aviation can seem complex at first, but learning to read METARs (observations) and TAFs (forecasts) gives pilots powerful tools…

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  • Big Update: Terrain-Based Ranging is Coming to VATSIM!

    VATSIM is rolling out an exciting 24-hour test of our upgraded voice system, featuring Terrain-Based Ranging, starting: 📆Tuesday, July 15th at 0000z – 2359z 🔍What’s New? We’re adding a new…

  • S.O.A.R – CDM Operations

    The VATSIM community continues to evolve in realism and depth, bringing real-world aviation procedures into the virtual cockpit. Among these are terms that many pilots have seen on charts, flight…

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  • VATSIM Wins Best Exhibitor at FSExpo 2025

    We’re incredibly proud to announce that VATSIM has been awarded the Best Exhibitor Award at FlightSimExpo 2025! A heartfelt thank you to every volunteer, organizers, and visitor who made this…