Category: S.O.A.R
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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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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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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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S.O.A.R – Transponders
Understanding Transponders and Squawk Codes in Aviation Introduction In modern aviation, communication and identification systems are essential for maintaining the safety and efficiency of air traffic management. Among these systems,…
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S.O.A.R – How to start Pilot training:
Welcome back to another VATSIM S.O.A.R! In this S.O.A.R article we’ll discuss how to start pilot training. The VATSIM Pilot Training Department provides a structured pathway for pilots to develop…
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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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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 – 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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S.O.A.R – CoC Section A Overview
Welcome back to another VATSIM SOAR! In this SOAR article we’ll briefly go over section A of the VATSIM Code of Conduct. The VATSIM Code of Conduct (CoC) Section A…