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Virtual Airlines

Here, you will find news and articles about virtual airline releases. As release dates draw near for various virtual airline software packages, we will discuss them from time to time. If you are interested in purchasing virtual airline software and would like an opinion on it, be sure to check out this page, we might have posted some information about it.

Virtual NATO is a cool virtual airline program that was recently released. Users have the opportunity to participate in military operations via flight. There are two roles available to players, airborne radar controller and pilot. Individuals can participate in missions alongside pilots from other countries.

Great Lakes Express is another simulation program of this type that has been updated. Players can now travel to the Mitchell International Airport, located in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. This particular game is one with a focus on landing on smaller landing airfields and airports, in contrast to many flight simulators that focus primarily on large national and international airports. Real life pilots who frequent smaller airports may find this game to be more beneficial than one that does focus on big airports. The same is true for virtual pilots who prefer smaller airfields to larger ones.

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New Logo for Pacific International Virtual

Posted on Thu, 16 Feb 2012 00:00:00 GMT (428 reads)

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.

Livewire Airlines News

Posted on Fri, 03 Feb 2012 04:00:00 GMT (655 reads)

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 Adds Bell 430 Eastern Airlines Virtual Adds Bell 430

Posted on Sat, 28 Jan 2012 10:00:00 GMT (778 reads)

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 Adds Canada Tour Eastern Airlines Virtual Adds Canada Tour

Posted on Wed, 04 Jan 2012 13:12:01 GMT (781 reads)

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 Enters a New Era Tap Virtual Enters a New Era

Posted on Wed, 04 Jan 2012 13:08:44 GMT (713 reads)

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.

Lynx Airways Worldwide Publishes Annual Report Lynx Airways Worldwide Publishes Annual Report

Posted on Sun, 01 Jan 2012 20:16:26 GMT (779 reads)

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.

Canadian Xpress Virtual Airline Announces January Fly-In Event Canadian Xpress Virtual Airline Announces January Fly-In Event

Posted on Tue, 27 Dec 2011 18:42:23 GMT (936 reads)

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.

FSweekend Fly-in And London Melbourne Race FSweekend Fly-in And London Melbourne Race

Posted on Tue, 20 Sep 2011 12:00:39 GMT (1543 reads)

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 Opens Hartford Great Lakes Express Opens Hartford

Posted on Tue, 20 Sep 2011 11:57:31 GMT (1248 reads)

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.

Simulated United States Air Force Simulated United States Air Force

Posted on Tue, 13 Sep 2011 17:34:48 GMT (1214 reads)

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.

LiveDISPATCH 4 Now Available LiveDISPATCH 4 Now Available

Posted on Sat, 03 Sep 2011 15:28:05 GMT (1549 reads)

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!

Premier Airways Announces Fall Recruitment Premier Airways Announces Fall Recruitment

Posted on Fri, 02 Sep 2011 13:06:29 GMT (809 reads)

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.

VATSIM Germany Overload Event VATSIM Germany Overload Event

Posted on Wed, 31 Aug 2011 23:00:00 GMT (832 reads)

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!

UASO Endeavour Progam Planning Hits Roadbumps UASO Endeavour Progam Planning Hits Roadbumps

Posted on Sun, 21 Aug 2011 23:00:00 GMT (1236 reads)

(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.

USA Virtual Air Force: Open Now USA Virtual Air Force: Open Now

Posted on Sat, 20 Aug 2011 23:00:00 GMT (1435 reads)

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 Expands Great Lakes Express Expands

Posted on Mon, 15 Aug 2011 14:58:02 GMT (1496 reads)

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).

jetBlue Virtual News

Posted on Tue, 12 Jul 2011 17:30:30 GMT (3425 reads)

jetBlue Virtual is seeking to continue our current growth.  We're accepting new Crew-member application. in addition to Crew-base Coordinators, we expect the Crew-base coordinator positions to be filled by early August at the latest.

(VMAC) Virtual Military Airlift Command Changes Its Name (VMAC) Virtual Military Airlift Command Changes Its Name

Posted on Wed, 01 Jun 2011 11:25:15 GMT (4795 reads)

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 Takes To The Virtual Skies Canadian Xpress Takes To The Virtual Skies

Posted on Thu, 19 May 2011 07:00:00 GMT (4688 reads)

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.com To Continue Operations Vaflash.com To Continue Operations

Posted on Wed, 13 Apr 2011 14:25:47 GMT (3675 reads)

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 Platinum Airways

Posted on Thu, 24 Feb 2011 12:42:11 GMT (4311 reads)

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.

Announcing Virtual NATO

Posted on Sun, 10 Oct 2010 16:25:50 GMT (5931 reads)

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.

Great Lakes Express Virtual Airline Expands to Milwaukee Great Lakes Express Virtual Airline Expands to Milwaukee

Posted on Tue, 20 Jul 2010 06:28:12 GMT (6050 reads)

In an announcement from Great Lakes Express virtual airlines, they state that they have expanded their operational area out to Mitchell International Airport in Milwaukee Wisconsin.  Great Lakes Express VA is focused on covering lots of smaller airports and airfields rather that the bigger international airports.

Misty Air Charters Announced Misty Air Charters Announced

Posted on Mon, 05 Jul 2010 05:48:52 GMT (4913 reads)

Another virtual organization has opened its on-line doors.  Misty Air Charters are a web based virtual bush flying organization that cover mainly the panhandle region of Alaska.  They advertise the fact that they are friendly and welcoming and anyone may join their "clan".

Livewire Virtual Airlines News

Posted on Sun, 06 Jun 2010 06:25:20 GMT (4863 reads)

In this press release from Livewire Virtual Airlines, they announce an invitation to join their virtual airline.  Livewire Virtual are one of the oldest virtual airlines on the internet, and have crossed many of the Microsoft Flight Simulator releases.

Canadian Express Virtual Airlines Launched

Posted on Thu, 06 May 2010 23:58:22 GMT (5740 reads)

In a press release from the new Canadian Express Virtual Airlines company, they have announced their official launching.  They will be providing VATSIM capabilities for their virtual airline, enabling users to have a more realistic experience with their virtual airline.  They are also looking for staff members at the moment.

Great Lakes VA Returns Great Lakes VA Returns

Posted on Fri, 02 Apr 2010 18:45:28 GMT (3395 reads)

Great Lakes Express has returned to service after a short hiatus. GLE has split from Voyager and has become its own entity operating regional passenger service form Cleveland Hopkins International Airport.

New Alaskan VA Kesuk Virtual Launched New Alaskan VA Kesuk Virtual Launched

Posted on Thu, 04 Mar 2010 18:31:01 GMT (3651 reads)
The underlying theme of every conversation these days is the economy. The economy has affected all of us in this nation and also the globalized economy. However the undertone of the Kesuk Virtual, opening ceremony at Fairbanks International Airport was that of promise, and industrial success.

Eastern Airlines Virtual Lives On Eastern Airlines Virtual Lives On

Posted on Mon, 22 Feb 2010 12:00:25 GMT (4304 reads)
Formerly known as Eastern Virtual Airlines, the new Eastern Airlines Virtual (EAV) is a decade old virtual airline based out of the former Eastern Airlines headquarters, Miami, Florida. It has taken us one year to reorganize and build our new site. Started on August 8, 1998 as Eastern Virtual Airlines we will be celebrating our eleventh year in two months.

UASO Announces Intrepid 2 Mission Control Team UASO Announces Intrepid 2 Mission Control Team

Posted on Sat, 20 Feb 2010 10:12:55 GMT (3310 reads)
Norfolk, VA: Chief Executive Officer Jon Standley at UASO Headquarters announced today that the final selections for the Intrepid 2 Mission Control Team had been made. After a hard search, the candidates that best described the qualifications and demands were chosen to manage Intrepid 2 on its flight into Earth Orbit. The following positions are:

UASO Intrepid-2 Mission Begins UASO Intrepid-2 Mission Begins

Posted on Sat, 20 Feb 2010 09:35:50 GMT (3147 reads)
(Norfolk, VA) Today marks the beginning of the UASO Intrepid-2 mission. The Titan-34D launch vehicle "stack" is set and ready to be airlifted from its birthplace, the Martin Marietta Corp, located in Denver, Colorado. The stack will be airlifted via C-5B Galaxy cargo transport to the Cape Canaveral Air Force Station where the stack will be assembled and the assembled launch vehicle will be processed and fueled for launch on Launch Complex 40.

Cubana Virtual Airlines Open The New Web Site Cubana Virtual Airlines Open The New Web Site

Posted on Sat, 20 Feb 2010 09:31:58 GMT (4009 reads)
Cubana VA is going through changes. Now couting with the super tool of LIVEDISPATCH, Cubana virtual has the base hub at the vatsim server and now opening on the new IVAO.

EuroHarmony VA Renewed EuroHarmony VA Renewed

Posted on Fri, 19 Feb 2010 13:21:21 GMT (3032 reads)
EuroHarmony VA has been going through a process of change in recent months and now offers even more choices to the discerning FS2004 & FSX pilot! We have just released 30 all new EHM Divisions 'Special Missions' while our Fleet upgrade to a stylish, modern livery for the 21st century is nearing completion with only two aircraft left in the paint shop and our in-flight magazine "Information: ECHO" is giving every pilot the news, tutorials and articles they've told us they want to read.

Unity Security Force Celebrate Seven Year Anniversary Unity Security Force Celebrate Seven Year Anniversary

Posted on Sat, 14 Nov 2009 05:28:33 GMT (4412 reads)
Just over seven years ago, the military realism flight simulation group Unity Security Force was founded by a handful of members. Populated predominantly by current and former members of real world militaries around the globe, USEC drew on the diverse background of its members to carve a unique place in the virtual aviation community.

Introducing Virtual Military Airlift Command Introducing Virtual Military Airlift Command

Posted on Sat, 14 Nov 2009 05:11:28 GMT (5151 reads)

This is a simulation of the United States Air Force Military Airlift Command.  This simulation is a continuing series of off-line virtual aviation simulations first introduced in 1997. In 2006 a series of Virtual Airline programs were introduced to provide a place where virtual pilots with limited time prevented their involvement with a heavily structured programs and programs that required it's members flights to be flown on-line with one of the interactive ATC facilities.

Virtual Airline Premier Airways Opens KMCI Virtual Airline Premier Airways Opens KMCI

Posted on Wed, 16 Sep 2009 15:41:44 GMT (4500 reads)
Premier Airways has officially opened their new hub at Kansas City International Airport. This new hub was voted into service by our pilots and your votes have been awarded with a great selection of flights. Premier Airways will utilize this new hub to service the mid-west portion of the United States.

Atlantic Northeast Virtual Airline Relaunch Atlantic Northeast Virtual Airline Relaunch

Posted on Sun, 13 Sep 2009 11:58:57 GMT (3708 reads)

Atlantic Northeast Virtual, originally founded in early 2003, relaunched it's web site today after the most significant series of changes in the airline's history. The web site was originally taken down on January 6th this year to allow for the major upgrade and move to a new domain.

TransOceanic Virtual Airlines Grand Opening TransOceanic Virtual Airlines Grand Opening

Posted on Sun, 13 Sep 2009 11:18:28 GMT (3787 reads)
TransOceanic Virtual Airlines, originally started in 2000, will be re-opening with it's first Hub and Headquarters, located at Minneapolis-St. Paul International airport March 1, 2009.

Premier Virtual News Premier Virtual News

Posted on Sun, 13 Sep 2009 05:46:55 GMT (2850 reads)

Premier VIRTUAL is a virtual airline with a difference. We would like to introduce you to our Airline as well as invite you to become a part of our team.  First, what is virtual airline? A virtual airline is a "virtually" established airline. There are two types of VA's, one is a real world airline based virtual airline and the other one is a non real world airline based VA, and Premier VIRTUAL is a non real world airline based VA. Virtual airlines give flight simmers the opportunity to experience what it is like working as an airline pilot, and a staff that has certain responsibilities.The difference? You don't get paid. We all do this for fun and it enhances our hobby!

Atlantic International Virtual Announce opening Atlantic International Virtual Announce opening

Posted on Fri, 11 Sep 2009 12:09:20 GMT (3149 reads)

Pegasus Simulations, Incorporated (PSI) Chairman and Board of Directors are pleased to announce the official launch of our Virtual Airline named Atlantic International Virtual (AIV). AIV plans to operate out of Boston Logan International Airport (KBOS), and will commence operations on Saturday, January 17, 2009.