Category: Announcements
Pertinent announcements regarding VATSIM and its services
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📢 Slots Are Now Open for the 8th Edition of 24 Hours of VATSIM!
The wait is over! Secure your spot in the 8th Edition of 24 Hours of VATSIM and get ready for an unforgettable journey across 12 legs spanning 7 continents! 🛫…
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Pilot Feedback System is now fully released
We are pleased to announce that the Pilot Feedback System is released as of today. The Pilot Feedback System is intended for situations where a pilot may benefit from further…
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Get Ready for the 12 Legs of 24 Hours of VATSIM – 8th Edition!
The countdown to the 8th 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…
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Get Ready for the 12 Legs of 24 Hours of VATSIM – 8th Edition!
The countdown to the 7th 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…
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Get Ready for 24 Hours of VATSIM!
VATSIM is thrilled to announce the 8th edition of our twice-yearly flagship network event – 24 Hours of VATSIM! This October, we’re once again taking you on a global journey…
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Eric Steiner appointed as Vice President – Pilot Training
The VATSIM Board of Governors is pleased to announce the appointment of Eric Steiner as Vice President – Pilot Training (VATGOV11). Eric is a longstanding member of the VATSIM and…
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Audio for VATSIM Upgrade
VATSIM is pleased to announce that our new Audio for VATSIM radio algorithm, including terrain-based simulation and real-world radio propagation calculations, will go live on 23 June at 1500z. To…
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CTAF now operational in VATPAC | Australia Pacific
This change introduces more realistic operations at aerodromes when ATC is offline. Pilots should now use the published Aerodrome CTAF frequency to coordinate with other traffic in the area, including…
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CTAF coming to Australia
CTAF (Common Traffic Advisory Frequency) is being introduced across the Australia Pacific region on VATSIM effective from 1 June 2026. This brings a more realistic experience to non controlled aerodromes.…
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New Connections Record!
We’re proud to announce a new milestone on the network — 3,393 unique connections! This milestone highlights the continued commitment of our pilots, controllers and community members in enhancing both…