Virtual Airlines

Patriot Virtual Airlines is a new virtual organization located at Los Angeles International Airport (KLAX). The company has three other hubs, namely Philadelphia International Airport (KPHL), Miami International Airport (KMIA) and Honolulu International Airport (PHNL).

Flight simulation enthusiasts expect virtual airlines to provide realistic and compelling experiences that match operations inside a real aircraft. 

Eastern Airlines Virtual has added Boeing 747-400 to its fleet. Starting with the Boeing 747-400, Eastern Airlines Virtual is rolling out its latest and most up-to-date fleet. The company’s new aircraft will be updated with the most advanced avionics available for both FS9 and FSX, and a newer paint scheme. 

There are hundreds of virtual airlines on the Internet, but only a few have achieved significant success. This is because there are several factors that need to be considered when setting up a virtual airline, and many people do not know the key success factors for a thriving virtual airline.

The Boeing 747-8, a wide-body jet airliner, is the fourth-generation Boeing 747 version. The aircraft, which is the longest passenger aircraft in the world and the biggest commercial aircraft built in the United States, features redesigned wings, lengthened fuselage, and advanced efficiency. The 747-8 Intercontinental (747-8I) is the passenger variant of the aircraft.

Flairjet Virtual Airline launched on 17 March 2012.

Flairjet Virtual is a new virtual airline for simulation fans using MS Flight Simulator X. The virtual airline is modelled after Flairjet, a British charter company. As an official virtual airline of Flair-jet, Flairjet Virtual replicates the real airline and endeavours to bring high levels of realism to simulation fans. 

There is a new virtual airline on the web – Virgin American Virtual. The virtual airline is modeled on Virtual America, a US airline founded by British entrepreneur Sir Richard Branson that provides low fares between main cities on the Eastern and West Coast seaboards.

You and your staff thunder through the terminal on the way to a major conference meeting where you are scheduled to address the entire company. Two assistants hurriedly hand you important papers to sign. Another assistant tries her best to brush lint off your suit as you round the corner to the conference room.  

The doors swing open wide as you stroll up to the microphone. The noisy room descends to a hush. YOU are the owner of the airline and are about to make a major announcement. 

On 18th March 2012, Virtual SAC announced its upcoming third anniversary as a military themed cargo virtual airline, on 10th April.

Luciano Gabotti, President of Lufthansa Cityline Virtual Airline, has issued a press release announcing the opening of his new virtual airline.

E. Puckett, President and CEO of Southern Connections Virtual Airline Inc announced that the virtual airline is expanding, and will now service all 50 states as well as US Virgin Islands, Guam and Puerto Rico. 

Joint Strike Force (JSF) is a new combat group that flies a wide range of aircraft from the Second World War up to the present day, using FS2004 and FSX. 

The virtual airline is growing rapidly and it has a friendly member base. Since its inception in March 2012, the airline has grown rapidly. Mirage Executive Charters uses VAFS5 system, a renowned virtual airline platform that offers many features. The airline flies a wide range of executive aircraft, and it operates as a Part 135 charter company.

Alaskan Airways is inviting pilots to join the virtual airline.

Alaskan Airways flies its aircraft in one of the most beautiful places to fly in, Alaska. Sudden and drastic weather changes are common in Alaska – the weather can quickly change from clear blue skies to zero visibility, all of which add to the fun and excitement of flying in Alaska.

Mirage Executive Charters VA (MECva) is for flight simulators who like to fly turbo-props, light twin engines and business jets. As a new virtual airline, MECva simulates Part 135 operations using the VAFS system, and offers pilots the opportunity to fly a wide range of aircraft.

Virtual Airline Solutions is a brand new company focused on building custom web sites, ACARS programs, back end systems and PHPVMS modules for virtual airlines.

Delta Virtual Airlines is a new company with a vision to become one of the leading virtual airlines in the industry.

Pacific Airways Virtual Airline is a virtual airline that flies a wide range of aircraft – from heavy commercial airlines to float planes.

Pan Am Virtual Lite is a new addition to series of lite virtual airline programs for the casual VA flight simulator.

Pacific International Virtual Airlines (PIV) announced in March 2010 the introduction of a new logo to enhance their branding and match the high standards of quality provided by Pacific International Virtual Airlines.

Established in 2000, Livewire Airlines is a company focused on virtual flights, offering thousands of flights and a wide range of aircraft to choose from.

Livewire Airlines had modest beginnings – it started its operations with a small hub in Westchester, NY.  The company has expanded over the years: today it has four divisions that operate around the world, offering international flights.

Eastern Airlines Virtual made an announcement in February 2010 about the new addition to its fleet for use on its helicopter routes – the Gmax 430 Bell Chopper (Bell 430).

Eastern Airlines Virtual owns an extensive fleet of Classic and Modern aircrafts.  Bell 430, its newest Chopper, will go along with its helicopter routes.

Eastern Airlines Virtual announced in January 2010 that it is adding Canada to their Getaway Tours.

Along with South America and the Caribbean tours, Eastern Airlines Virtual’s new addition – Canada – will offer a fun-filled virtual aviation platform to test most experienced pilot.

TAP Virtual, a virtual airline which operates under TAP Portugal's license, announced on 12 January 2010 that it is entering the second decade of its existence with some changes.

In January 2010, Lynx Airways Worldwide announced the release of their annual report of virtual airline activities.  The company’s annual report outlined how the company has continued to grow over the years.

On 10th January 2010, Canadian Xpress Virtual Airline announced that their January fly-in event will be to the former Kai Tak airport in Hong Kong.

We the KLM-VA (Virtual airline of KLM on IVAO), will be hosting a 48 hour flight from London to Melbourne re-tracking the 1934 race with a 737 and the DC2.  The MacRobertson Trophy Air Race took place October, 1934 as part of the Melbourne Centenary celebrations.

Great Lakes Express has opened their new hub in Hartford (Windsor Locks) at the Bradley International Airport. The new hub is now offering regional service to the East Coast of the United States. Bradley International will continue Great Lakes Express business plan of offering short flights to regional destinations. Bradley International joins Cleveland and Milwaukee as hubs for the regional airline.

The Simulated United States Air Force, SIM Air Force for short, is a VATSIM VSOA approved organization, flying on the VATSIM network.  SIM Air Force simulates its real world counterpart in all possible aspects, from initial flight training to flying high profile aircraft and missions.

After almost 2 years of testing and having racked up over 8,700 virtual hours, I am pleased to announce that LiveDISPATCH 4 is open to the flight sim community! LiveDISPATCH 4 provides dispatching services for all flights flown by the 3 major airline alliances: OneWorld , StarAlliance and SkyTeam and many more!

Today Premier Airways announces its fall recruitment drive. We have immediate positions open for pilots desiring to take their hobby of Flight Simulation to the next level. It doesn't matter if you are a serious "check list" pilot or a young rookie looking for something more to do than fly circuits at a local airport, Premier Airways wants to add you to our roster.

Dear Pilots, do you like big Overload Events? Then we have something special for you!  We would like to invite you the celebrate with us the birth of the new VATSIM Germany (VACC Germany) during a fantastic GERMANY OVERLOAD vol. 1. Several Airports will be staffed for you and will offer professional ATC services from Delivery to Center, across Germany!

(Norfolk, VA) It was announced today in a press conference at UASO Headquarters that the much anticipated Endeavour Program is falling behind schedule. Final planning of the Endeavour program was to be completed by no later than October 1st. Planning has been set back due to a change in launch vehicle design.

Start your virtual career in USA Virtual Air Force to become a Virtual Fighter Pilot, Cargor/Transport Pilot, Wing Commander, Squadron Commander, flight leader or why not a Virtual Air Force Commander. There are no limits to what you can reach in the Usa Virtual Air Force. If you are an experienced Virtual pilot and have been in other VA's, you can bring in up to 500 hours if you can prove it.

Great Lakes Express today announced they have opened the long awaited charter division. The Cleveland based airline stated that the new charter service will focus on twin engine 4-10 seat turboprops such as the Beech Duke, Cessna 441 and the Piper Seneca (among others).

Formally founded as VMAC Virtual Military Airlift Command in April, 2009 realized over the course of these many months, the name did not reflect the mission statement of the program. VMAC, never reflected a command of the US Air Force as it was representative of a multi-national air transport command.

Canadian Xpress Virtual Airline is pleased to announce that we will be taking to the virtual skies of Vatsim and IVAO as of September 4th, 2009.  Canadian Xpress' goal is to bring virtual pilots together and provide a realistic and high quality environment to operate virtual flights in and features...

VAFLASH will continue to provide the latest news and updates on Virtual Airlines, FS Hardware/Software news, as well as general information on flight simming.  Earlier this month the site founder decided to pull VAFlash.com down. I emailed him to see if there was any way he would let me pick up and continue where he left off. J.A. was gracious to transfer the domain and data to me so the history and future of VAFLASH would be preserved and protected. Thank you Sir! I look forward to working with the executives and staff of all virtual airlines to continue what J.A. started and to expand upon it.

Platinum Airways offers its VP's an environment that is rich in content and low on rules. We have numerous civilian aircraft in our own livery for FS9 and FSX. Our pilots are completely free to compose their own flights between two ICAO airports and/or they can operate out of five hubs (KEWR and KDFW in the US, CYVR in Canada, YPPH in Australia and EBBR in Europe). Thus, Platinum Airways prides itself that it has completely liberated the virtual aviation industry by implementing a real Open Skies policy.

Looking for an exciting flight simulator experience? You are invited to experience online virtual military flight operations with Virtual NATO either as a pilot or an airborne radar controller. Experience the thrill and challenge of conducting simulated real-world military missions and be a part of a multinational team of flight simulation enthusiasts.