Reminder! Terrain-Based Ranging Test Starting Soon! VATSIM's 24-hour test of our upgraded voice system, featuring Terrain-Based Ranging, starting soon worldwide at: 📆 Tuesday, July 15th at 0000z - 2359z Read more about it on our previous post about the test!

🗓 July 26 | 0900z–1600z 📍 VHHH – Hong Kong International Join us for one of VATSIM’s busiest and most anticipated events. Expect full ATC coverage, heavy traffic, and an unforgettable experience in the skies. 📺 Live coverage on YouTube.

Have you made a VATSIM account but feel intimidated whenever you try to speak on the frequency? Or have you yet to make an account because you're worried you’re not ready? Then this is the event for you!

Behind the Scopes heads to Johannesburg Ground! Join Harrison Dangerfield live at FAOR_GND on July 20 from 9z–11z as he guides traffic on ground. 🎥 Watch on twitch.tv/vatsimnet & ask your questions live! #VATSIM #ATC

VATSIM is hiring Audit Managers! Join the Virtual Airlines Department and help oversee 221 virtual airlines. Ensure compliance, support partnerships, and give back to the network. Apply by Aug 4, 2025 here : my.vatsim.net/vacancies/72

Our community discord features a weekly 'Photo of the Week' competition 📷 winning with a beautiful capture. Congratulations!

Cross Africa returns on the 9th August. Make sure to go book your slot at: bookings.vatssa.com

MSFS is looking for VATSIM pilot/controller feedback on ATC changes in Sim Update 3 (beta for MSFS2024), especially for Swedish, Norwegian, Finnish, and Brazilian Portuguese. Share your thoughts here: forms.office.com/r/YdTU8Xzjkw

This week, we’re heading to Germany as Lukacs Schmeing takes charge at EDGG_DKB_CTR (Langen Radar)! Watch how Centre controllers handle busy enroute skies and keep Europe’s airspace moving safely!

Welcome back to another VATSIM SOAR! METARs and TAFs are virtual tools for flight planning. This guide simplifies how to read them and highlights key differences between ICAO and FAA format Read more: blog.vatsim.net/s-o-a-r-metars…

🌍 Just 1 week to go for Cross Africa 2025! 200+ pilots booked—fly your dream route across the continent and join the adventure! ✈️

Our community discord features a weekly 'Photo of the Week' competition 📷. Congratulations to Ellis, winning with a beautiful capture.

Elite Wings challenges experienced pilots in complex airspace! Fly from Brasília (SBBR) to São Paulo/Congonhas (SBSP) on August 9th, 1900z-2100z. Book now at booking.vatsim.net. Controllers demand excellence and swift responses. Ready? #AviationChallenge #EliteWings

🌏✈️ Cross The Land: Asia Pacific - Northbound 2025 is here! Fly from SYD, ADL & MEL to SIN, BKK & HKG with full ATC and epic views. 📅 Book: 8 Aug 0300z – 15 Aug 1630z 🔗 Booking required.

This is the final call for Cross Africa this Saturday! Make sure to go book your slot at: bookings.vatssa.com

🚨 The countdown is on! Bookings are NOW OPEN for Cross The Land: Asia Pacific - Northbound 2025! ✈️ Fly from YSSY, YPAD & YMML to WSSS, VTBS & VHHH 📅 Book by 15 Aug 1630z 🔗 ctl.vatsim.me/cross-the-land…

Our community discord features a weekly 'Photo of the Week' competition 📷. Congratulations to Tony, winning with a beautiful capture.

📢 Attention pilots! As we prep for Cross The Land: Asia Pacific - Northbound 2025, here are key reminders: 🛫 Be familiar with your event route (check booking/CTL FAQ) 🕒 Arrive 15 mins before CTOT 📚 Review airport briefings