Event Details
Simulation Date/Time : Current date set to daylight.
Weather : Real World / Fair weather if real world is unsuitable for VFR operations.
Distance : 189 nm
Est Flight Time : approx 80 mins
Aircraft : Single or twin engine aircraft such as Beechcraft Baron, Cessna Caravan or similar capable of 165 to 185 kias.
Altitude : Up to A4000 to remain below R358D
Flightplan
File as : YBNS YGRL YM40 YM34 YM37 YLDB YFLI
GPS Flightplan is available for FSX and X-Plane FMS and also provided is the original Plan-G flightplan for those that find this useful all enclosed within a Zip archive.
Navigation : Pilots familiar with the area can navigate visually, for those less familiar the accompanying GPS Flightplan is the recommended method of navigating the flight plan.
Communications
Australia uses CTAF (Common Traffic Advisory Frequency) for radio comms at uncontrolled airfields. Now that VATSIM has introduced AFV (Audio For VATSIM) CTAF can now be used across all VATSIM approved pilot clients. Pilots are requested to tune to the published frequency as detailed in the flight details for an event when operating in or around an aerodome to make and monitor CTAF broadcasts. Pilots should also be aware that it is a VATSIM COC (Code of Conduct) requirement that all pilots at uncontrolled airfields should monitor Unicom (Australia 122.80). It is highly recommended that pilots ensure that at least one of their "on board" COM radios (COM 2 being the most likely) is tuned to receive unicom transmissions in addition to transmitting and receiving on the published CTAF frequency. Please Note. All pilots should also be vigilant regarding the receipt of text on both unicom and CTAF. If it is discovered there is a pilot participating that is unable to receive voice transmissions, pilots should arrange to also broadcast via text to ensure those pilots without the benefit of voice is able to receive appropriate broadcasts. VATSIM provides an update guide for getting AFV working on each of the approved pilot clients.
Pilots also should read this post regarding the implications of using VATSIM UNICOM for CTAF. It provides some insight into potential pitfalls for the unwary when monitoring 122.80 in a CTAF environment.
Recommended Scenery
FSX / P3D
Flinders Island ORBX Australia ANTS AUSSIE AIRPORTS OZX 3.5 AU Scenery OZX Libraries 1.2 (required for all OZX scenery) X-Plane 10/11
Bazz's Australian and PNG, VOZ (Vista Australis) Scenery for X-Plane Flight Details
BAIRNSDALE [YBNS] Takeoff
elev : 165
rwy : 04/22 gravel
rwy : 13/31 sealed
CTAF : 126.70
GREAT LAKES [YGRL] T&G - H-070° D-21
elev : 260
rwy : 08/26 bitumen
rwy : 13/31 gravel
CTAF : 126.70
*** NOTE Monitor CTAF 129.75 whilst operating in Bass Strait
MARLIN [YM40] Overfly - H-143° D-25
FLOUNDER [YM34] Overfly - H-099° D-11
KINGFISH A [YM37] Overfly - H-205° D-22
LADY BARRON [YLDB] T&G - H-163° D-96
elev : 43
rwy : 07/25 dirt
CTAF : 122.80
FLINDERS ISLAND [YFLI] Land - H-285° D-13
elev : 34
rwy : 05ns/23 14ns/32 sealed
CTAF : 127.80
Chart
Simulation Date/Time : Current date set to daylight.
Weather : Real World / Fair weather if real world is unsuitable for VFR operations.
Distance : 189 nm
Est Flight Time : approx 80 mins
Aircraft : Single or twin engine aircraft such as Beechcraft Baron, Cessna Caravan or similar capable of 165 to 185 kias.
Altitude : Up to A4000 to remain below R358D
Flightplan
File as : YBNS YGRL YM40 YM34 YM37 YLDB YFLI
GPS Flightplan is available for FSX and X-Plane FMS and also provided is the original Plan-G flightplan for those that find this useful all enclosed within a Zip archive.
Navigation : Pilots familiar with the area can navigate visually, for those less familiar the accompanying GPS Flightplan is the recommended method of navigating the flight plan.
Communications
Australia uses CTAF (Common Traffic Advisory Frequency) for radio comms at uncontrolled airfields. Now that VATSIM has introduced AFV (Audio For VATSIM) CTAF can now be used across all VATSIM approved pilot clients. Pilots are requested to tune to the published frequency as detailed in the flight details for an event when operating in or around an aerodome to make and monitor CTAF broadcasts. Pilots should also be aware that it is a VATSIM COC (Code of Conduct) requirement that all pilots at uncontrolled airfields should monitor Unicom (Australia 122.80). It is highly recommended that pilots ensure that at least one of their "on board" COM radios (COM 2 being the most likely) is tuned to receive unicom transmissions in addition to transmitting and receiving on the published CTAF frequency. Please Note. All pilots should also be vigilant regarding the receipt of text on both unicom and CTAF. If it is discovered there is a pilot participating that is unable to receive voice transmissions, pilots should arrange to also broadcast via text to ensure those pilots without the benefit of voice is able to receive appropriate broadcasts. VATSIM provides an update guide for getting AFV working on each of the approved pilot clients.
Pilots also should read this post regarding the implications of using VATSIM UNICOM for CTAF. It provides some insight into potential pitfalls for the unwary when monitoring 122.80 in a CTAF environment.
Recommended Scenery
FSX / P3D
Flinders Island ORBX Australia ANTS AUSSIE AIRPORTS OZX 3.5 AU Scenery OZX Libraries 1.2 (required for all OZX scenery) X-Plane 10/11
Bazz's Australian and PNG, VOZ (Vista Australis) Scenery for X-Plane Flight Details
BAIRNSDALE [YBNS] Takeoff
elev : 165
rwy : 04/22 gravel
rwy : 13/31 sealed
CTAF : 126.70
GREAT LAKES [YGRL] T&G - H-070° D-21
elev : 260
rwy : 08/26 bitumen
rwy : 13/31 gravel
CTAF : 126.70
*** NOTE Monitor CTAF 129.75 whilst operating in Bass Strait
MARLIN [YM40] Overfly - H-143° D-25
FLOUNDER [YM34] Overfly - H-099° D-11
KINGFISH A [YM37] Overfly - H-205° D-22
LADY BARRON [YLDB] T&G - H-163° D-96
elev : 43
rwy : 07/25 dirt
CTAF : 122.80
FLINDERS ISLAND [YFLI] Land - H-285° D-13
elev : 34
rwy : 05ns/23 14ns/32 sealed
CTAF : 127.80
Chart
Welcome back to one of VATPAC's newest events - East Coast Connect! Whether you like to fly IFR in a commercial jet or small turboprop, or VFR in a smaller private aircraft, this is the event for you. Enjoy the beautiful scenery that Queensland has to offer within your simulators!
What is East Coast Connect?
East Coast Connect is a new event that offers two different types of events every four weeks. Running every second Saturday, the first round is a connection between Brisbane, Sydney and the Gold Coast. In the second round, we connect Brisbane & Cairns!
Pilots can expect ATC to be online between the nominated airfields from 0800z - 1200z!
ATC can expect to apply their sequencing skills to generate a pleasant flow of traffic between the nominated airfields.
East Coast Connect occurs every second Saturday. In the event a major event occurs on the same day, East Coast Connect will not run. Keep an eye out on the VATPAC Event Announcements for future renditions of this event!
Routes:
This week, we are flying between Brisbane International Airport (YBBN) and Cairns international Airport (YBCS)
We recommend the following routes for you to fly during this event; however, you are more than welcome to fly to different aerodromes within the coverage area!
YBBN -> YBCS:
BN BIXAD Q67 UPOLO CS
YBCS -> YBBN:
CS SWIFT Y177 SMOKA BN
ATC:
The positions below will be available to be rostered. Should a position not be filled by the roster, then anyone is permitted to log on and fill that position. To be rostered for this event, click here
Login Identifier: Radio Callsign: Frequency: CS_DEL Cairns Delivery 128.750 CS_GND Cairns Ground 121.700 CS_TWR
CS_APP Cairns Tower
Cairns Approach 124.900
118.400 BN_DEL Brisbane Delivery 118.850 BN_GND Brisbane Ground 119.900 BN_TWR Brisbane Tower 120.500 BN_APP Brisbane Approach 124.700 BN-TBP_CTR Brisbane Centre 120.550 BN-DOS_CTR Brisbane Centre 135.600 Non-Standard positions will be available for opening depending on traffic levels. They may only be opened once all of the rostered positions are filled. Please see a member of the Board of Directors, or a C3 rated controller to be granted permission to open a non-standard position.
Rostering Trial:
During September & October, the events team will be trialling a rostering system for this event. The roster will be released on the Wednesday before the event. Positions that are not rostered (i.e. no controller assigned on the position) will remain free for all controllers available on the day to control.
Controllers who wish to reserve a position to control during this event are encouraged to apply via https://events.vatpac.org/. After the controller roster is released on Wednesday evening, no controllers will be added to the roster.
Feedback about this trial can be directed to [email protected] or via https://feedback.vatpac.org/.
Scenery:
Brisbane International Airport (YBBN):
Payware - ORBX (FSX/P3D)
Freeware - AVSIM (FSX/P3D)
Cairns International Airport (YBCS):
Payware - ORBX (FSX/P3D)
Freeware - AVSIM (FSX/P3D)
Freeware - FSClips (xPlane)
MISC - Miscellaneous Items:
Payware - AUSv2 (FSX/P3D) *Required by ORBX Airports*
Do you have feedback for this event? Feel free to send your thoughts to [email protected].
What is East Coast Connect?
East Coast Connect is a new event that offers two different types of events every four weeks. Running every second Saturday, the first round is a connection between Brisbane, Sydney and the Gold Coast. In the second round, we connect Brisbane & Cairns!
Pilots can expect ATC to be online between the nominated airfields from 0800z - 1200z!
ATC can expect to apply their sequencing skills to generate a pleasant flow of traffic between the nominated airfields.
East Coast Connect occurs every second Saturday. In the event a major event occurs on the same day, East Coast Connect will not run. Keep an eye out on the VATPAC Event Announcements for future renditions of this event!
Routes:
This week, we are flying between Brisbane International Airport (YBBN) and Cairns international Airport (YBCS)
We recommend the following routes for you to fly during this event; however, you are more than welcome to fly to different aerodromes within the coverage area!
YBBN -> YBCS:
BN BIXAD Q67 UPOLO CS
YBCS -> YBBN:
CS SWIFT Y177 SMOKA BN
ATC:
The positions below will be available to be rostered. Should a position not be filled by the roster, then anyone is permitted to log on and fill that position. To be rostered for this event, click here
Login Identifier: Radio Callsign: Frequency: CS_DEL Cairns Delivery 128.750 CS_GND Cairns Ground 121.700 CS_TWR
CS_APP Cairns Tower
Cairns Approach 124.900
118.400 BN_DEL Brisbane Delivery 118.850 BN_GND Brisbane Ground 119.900 BN_TWR Brisbane Tower 120.500 BN_APP Brisbane Approach 124.700 BN-TBP_CTR Brisbane Centre 120.550 BN-DOS_CTR Brisbane Centre 135.600 Non-Standard positions will be available for opening depending on traffic levels. They may only be opened once all of the rostered positions are filled. Please see a member of the Board of Directors, or a C3 rated controller to be granted permission to open a non-standard position.
Rostering Trial:
During September & October, the events team will be trialling a rostering system for this event. The roster will be released on the Wednesday before the event. Positions that are not rostered (i.e. no controller assigned on the position) will remain free for all controllers available on the day to control.
Controllers who wish to reserve a position to control during this event are encouraged to apply via https://events.vatpac.org/. After the controller roster is released on Wednesday evening, no controllers will be added to the roster.
Feedback about this trial can be directed to [email protected] or via https://feedback.vatpac.org/.
Scenery:
Brisbane International Airport (YBBN):
Payware - ORBX (FSX/P3D)
Freeware - AVSIM (FSX/P3D)
Cairns International Airport (YBCS):
Payware - ORBX (FSX/P3D)
Freeware - AVSIM (FSX/P3D)
Freeware - FSClips (xPlane)
MISC - Miscellaneous Items:
Payware - AUSv2 (FSX/P3D) *Required by ORBX Airports*
Do you have feedback for this event? Feel free to send your thoughts to [email protected].
Event Details
Simulation Date/Time : Current date set to daylight.
Weather : Real World / Fair weather if real world is unsuitable for VFR operations.
Distance : 160 nm
Est Flight Time : approx 70 mins
Aircraft : Single or twin engine aircraft such as Beechcraft Baron, Cessna Caravan or similar capable of 165 to 185 kias.
Altitude : Up to A4000 to remain below R358D
Flightplan
File as : YFLI YKCK DEAL.ISL YM42 JSK LSR YBNS
GPS Flightplan is available for FSX and X-Plane FMS and also provided is the original Plan-G flightplan for those that find this useful all enclosed within a Zip archive.
Navigation : Pilots familiar with the area can navigate visually, for those less familiar the accompanying GPS Flightplan is the recommended method of navigating the flight plan.
Communications
Australia uses CTAF (Common Traffic Advisory Frequency) for radio comms at uncontrolled airfields. Now that VATSIM has introduced AFV (Audio For VATSIM) CTAF can now be used across all VATSIM approved pilot clients. Pilots are requested to tune to the published frequency as detailed in the flight details for an event when operating in or around an aerodome to make and monitor CTAF broadcasts. Pilots should also be aware that it is a VATSIM COC (Code of Conduct) requirement that all pilots at uncontrolled airfields should monitor Unicom (Australia 122.80). It is highly recommended that pilots ensure that at least one of their "on board" COM radios (COM 2 being the most likely) is tuned to receive unicom transmissions in addition to transmitting and receiving on the published CTAF frequency. Please Note. All pilots should also be vigilant regarding the receipt of text on both unicom and CTAF. If it is discovered there is a pilot participating that is unable to receive voice transmissions, pilots should arrange to also broadcast via text to ensure those pilots without the benefit of voice is able to receive appropriate broadcasts. VATSIM provides an update guide for getting AFV working on each of the approved pilot clients.
Pilots should also read this post regarding the implications of using VATSIM UNICOM for CTAF. It provides some insight into potential pitfalls for the unwary when monitoring 122.80 in a CTAF environment.
Recommended Scenery
FSX / P3D
Flinders Island ORBX Australia ANTS AUSSIE AIRPORTS OZX 3.5 AU Scenery OZX Libraries 1.2 (required for all OZX scenery) X-Plane 10/11
Bazz's Australian and PNG, VOZ (Vista Australis) Scenery for X-Plane Flight Details
FLINDERS ISLAND [YFLI] Takeoff
elev : 34
rwy : 05ns/23 14ns/32 sealed
CTAF : 127.80
KILLIECRANKIE [YKCK] T&G - H-322° D-16
elev : 100
rwy : 09/27 dirt
CTAF : 122.80
DEAL ISLAND T&G - H-299° D-34
(Scenery not depicted in X-Plane)
elev : 250
rwy : 02/20 shale
CTAF : 122.80
*** NOTE Monitor CTAF 129.75 whilst operating in Bass Strait
PERCH [YM42] Overfly - H-333° D-54
JACK SMITH LAKE [JSK] Overfly - H-271° D-16
Transiting via VFR Route 3 requires clearance from East Sale ATC if active
LOCH SPORT [LSR] Overfly - visual via VFR Route 3
BAIRNSDALE [YBNS] Land - H-342° D-10
elev : 165
rwy : 04/22 gravel
rwy : 13/31 sealed
CTAF : 126.70
Chart
Simulation Date/Time : Current date set to daylight.
Weather : Real World / Fair weather if real world is unsuitable for VFR operations.
Distance : 160 nm
Est Flight Time : approx 70 mins
Aircraft : Single or twin engine aircraft such as Beechcraft Baron, Cessna Caravan or similar capable of 165 to 185 kias.
Altitude : Up to A4000 to remain below R358D
Flightplan
File as : YFLI YKCK DEAL.ISL YM42 JSK LSR YBNS
GPS Flightplan is available for FSX and X-Plane FMS and also provided is the original Plan-G flightplan for those that find this useful all enclosed within a Zip archive.
Navigation : Pilots familiar with the area can navigate visually, for those less familiar the accompanying GPS Flightplan is the recommended method of navigating the flight plan.
Communications
Australia uses CTAF (Common Traffic Advisory Frequency) for radio comms at uncontrolled airfields. Now that VATSIM has introduced AFV (Audio For VATSIM) CTAF can now be used across all VATSIM approved pilot clients. Pilots are requested to tune to the published frequency as detailed in the flight details for an event when operating in or around an aerodome to make and monitor CTAF broadcasts. Pilots should also be aware that it is a VATSIM COC (Code of Conduct) requirement that all pilots at uncontrolled airfields should monitor Unicom (Australia 122.80). It is highly recommended that pilots ensure that at least one of their "on board" COM radios (COM 2 being the most likely) is tuned to receive unicom transmissions in addition to transmitting and receiving on the published CTAF frequency. Please Note. All pilots should also be vigilant regarding the receipt of text on both unicom and CTAF. If it is discovered there is a pilot participating that is unable to receive voice transmissions, pilots should arrange to also broadcast via text to ensure those pilots without the benefit of voice is able to receive appropriate broadcasts. VATSIM provides an update guide for getting AFV working on each of the approved pilot clients.
Pilots should also read this post regarding the implications of using VATSIM UNICOM for CTAF. It provides some insight into potential pitfalls for the unwary when monitoring 122.80 in a CTAF environment.
Recommended Scenery
FSX / P3D
Flinders Island ORBX Australia ANTS AUSSIE AIRPORTS OZX 3.5 AU Scenery OZX Libraries 1.2 (required for all OZX scenery) X-Plane 10/11
Bazz's Australian and PNG, VOZ (Vista Australis) Scenery for X-Plane Flight Details
FLINDERS ISLAND [YFLI] Takeoff
elev : 34
rwy : 05ns/23 14ns/32 sealed
CTAF : 127.80
KILLIECRANKIE [YKCK] T&G - H-322° D-16
elev : 100
rwy : 09/27 dirt
CTAF : 122.80
DEAL ISLAND T&G - H-299° D-34
(Scenery not depicted in X-Plane)
elev : 250
rwy : 02/20 shale
CTAF : 122.80
*** NOTE Monitor CTAF 129.75 whilst operating in Bass Strait
PERCH [YM42] Overfly - H-333° D-54
JACK SMITH LAKE [JSK] Overfly - H-271° D-16
Transiting via VFR Route 3 requires clearance from East Sale ATC if active
LOCH SPORT [LSR] Overfly - visual via VFR Route 3
BAIRNSDALE [YBNS] Land - H-342° D-10
elev : 165
rwy : 04/22 gravel
rwy : 13/31 sealed
CTAF : 126.70
Chart
NB: Flights now commencing at 8.30pm AEDST (1030z) or 7.30pm AEST (0930z). This is due to effects of Daylight savings in some Australian states
This Weeks Flight on 7th October 2020 finds us in the United Kingdon flying from Wolverhampton (EGBO) to Blackpool (EGNH). A feature of this flight is using the Manchester Low Level Corridor on approach to and departure from Manchester Barton (EGCB). It's not difficult at all and in this flight we enter the corridor at Oulton Park (wpt1 on plan). Maximum altitude through corridor is 1,300ft.
Flight based on a suggestion by David Grant (Vatsim United Kingdom)
Reference to the following links will assist the procedure for flying through the corridor. It is not difficult at all just remain at or below 1,300ft from Oulton Park to Manchester Barton and note, do not confuse Manchester Barton with Manchester International (EGCC).
Manchester Corridor Low Level Route
Low Level Route into Manchester Barton
Map of the low level route showing max altitudes required
Scenery Suggested:
With the plethora of simulation platforms now being flown it has become tedious to make scenery recommendations so scenery is left to the choice of each pilot.
For X-Plane users most flights will also benefit from improved mesh which can be obtained from https://www.alpilotx.net/ There is HD and UHD available depending on region. Just check each download page and locate the relevant tile/co-ordinate, download and install as usual. Ensure that the mesh folder is placed in the correct order at bottom of Scenery_packs.ini file.
Aircraft Suggested: Low and slow Any capable of 120 kias
Comms: Unicom 122.80 unless instructed by ATC
Flight Details: LINK
Weather: Real time weather, fair weather if conditions are not suitable.
Flight Plan:(EGBO-EGNH)< Just click on this link for Flight Plan for FSX, P3D and XP11
This Weeks Flight on 7th October 2020 finds us in the United Kingdon flying from Wolverhampton (EGBO) to Blackpool (EGNH). A feature of this flight is using the Manchester Low Level Corridor on approach to and departure from Manchester Barton (EGCB). It's not difficult at all and in this flight we enter the corridor at Oulton Park (wpt1 on plan). Maximum altitude through corridor is 1,300ft.
Flight based on a suggestion by David Grant (Vatsim United Kingdom)
Reference to the following links will assist the procedure for flying through the corridor. It is not difficult at all just remain at or below 1,300ft from Oulton Park to Manchester Barton and note, do not confuse Manchester Barton with Manchester International (EGCC).
Manchester Corridor Low Level Route
Low Level Route into Manchester Barton
Map of the low level route showing max altitudes required
Scenery Suggested:
With the plethora of simulation platforms now being flown it has become tedious to make scenery recommendations so scenery is left to the choice of each pilot.
For X-Plane users most flights will also benefit from improved mesh which can be obtained from https://www.alpilotx.net/ There is HD and UHD available depending on region. Just check each download page and locate the relevant tile/co-ordinate, download and install as usual. Ensure that the mesh folder is placed in the correct order at bottom of Scenery_packs.ini file.
Aircraft Suggested: Low and slow Any capable of 120 kias
Comms: Unicom 122.80 unless instructed by ATC
Flight Details: LINK
Weather: Real time weather, fair weather if conditions are not suitable.
Flight Plan:(EGBO-EGNH)< Just click on this link for Flight Plan for FSX, P3D and XP11
Welcome to Thursday Therapy
Thursday Therapy is a new era in VATPAC events, introducing you to a new series of routes, aircraft and experiences.
Be sure to join us on the VATPAC discord. To join visit here
Welcome back to Therapy Thursday! This week we are jumping across to South Australia. Departing from either the Adelaide or Broken Hill fly between another two stunning cities in Microsoft Flight Simulator. Whether you want to fly via the route or break off to do VFR city orbits on arrival the choice is all yours.
Scenery:
YPAD - Adelaide:
Payware - AUSCENE 2 (FSX/P3D)
Freeware - AusFS(FSX/P3D)
Freeware - TGD (xPlane)
YBHI - Broken Hill:
Freeware - OZX (FSX/P3D)
MISC - Miscellaneous Items:
Payware - AUSv2 (FSX/P3D) *Required by ORBX Airports*
Routes:
YBHI - YPAD: BHI DCT PRICE V395 BLACK DCT AD
YPAD - YBHI: AD W325 BHI
Thursday Therapy is a new era in VATPAC events, introducing you to a new series of routes, aircraft and experiences.
Be sure to join us on the VATPAC discord. To join visit here
Welcome back to Therapy Thursday! This week we are jumping across to South Australia. Departing from either the Adelaide or Broken Hill fly between another two stunning cities in Microsoft Flight Simulator. Whether you want to fly via the route or break off to do VFR city orbits on arrival the choice is all yours.
Scenery:
YPAD - Adelaide:
Payware - AUSCENE 2 (FSX/P3D)
Freeware - AusFS(FSX/P3D)
Freeware - TGD (xPlane)
YBHI - Broken Hill:
Freeware - OZX (FSX/P3D)
MISC - Miscellaneous Items:
Payware - AUSv2 (FSX/P3D) *Required by ORBX Airports*
Routes:
YBHI - YPAD: BHI DCT PRICE V395 BLACK DCT AD
YPAD - YBHI: AD W325 BHI
Event Details
Simulation Date/Time : Current date set to daylight.
Weather : Real World / Fair weather if real world is unsuitable for VFR operations.
Distance : 245 nm
Est Flight Time : approx 80 mins
Aircraft : Single or twin engine aircraft such as Beechcraft King Air C90, Pilatus PC12 or similar capable of 185 to 215 kias.
Altitude : Upto A9500 and Remain clear of Restricted Airspace
Flightplan
File as : YPTN KATHERINE.GORGE MT.HARVEY PINE.CREEK YTPA YDMN YWKD YPKT
GPS Flightplan is available for FSX, P3D, FS2020 as a 'pln' file and X-Plane as an 'fms' file. The original Plan-G flightplan is also included for those that find this useful. Thesa are all enclosed within a Zip archive.
Navigation : Pilots familiar with the area can navigate visually, for those less familiar the accompanying GPS Flightplan is the recommended method of navigating the flight plan.
Communications
Australia uses CTAF (Common Traffic Advisory Frequency) for radio comms at uncontrolled airfields. Now that VATSIM has introduced AFV (Audio For VATSIM) CTAF can now be used across all VATSIM approved pilot clients. Pilots are requested to tune to the published frequency as detailed in the flight details for an event when operating in or around an aerodome to make and monitor CTAF broadcasts. Pilots should also be aware that it is a VATSIM COC (Code of Conduct) requirement that all pilots at uncontrolled airfields should monitor Unicom (Australia 122.80). It is highly recommended that pilots ensure that at least one of their "on board" COM radios (COM 2 being the most likely) is tuned to receive unicom transmissions in addition to transmitting and receiving on the published CTAF frequency. Please Note. All pilots should also be vigilant regarding the receipt of text on both unicom and CTAF. If it is discovered there is a pilot participating that is unable to receive voice transmissions, pilots should arrange to also broadcast via text to ensure those pilots without the benefit of voice is able to receive appropriate broadcasts. VATSIM provides an update guide for getting AFV working on each of the approved pilot clients.
Pilots should also read this post regarding the implications of using VATSIM UNICOM for CTAF. It provides some insight into potential pitfalls for the unwary when monitoring 122.80 in a CTAF environment.
Recommended Scenery
FSX / P3D
ORBX Australia ANTS AUSSIE AIRPORTS OZX 3.5 AU Scenery OZX Libraries 1.2 (required for all OZX scenery) X-Plane 10/11
Bazz's Australian and PNG Scenery for X-Plane Flight Details
TINDAL MILITARY [YPTN] Takeoff
elev : 443
rwy : 14/32 asphalt
CTAF : 119.70
TACAN : TDL TINDAL KATHERINE 112.30
VOR : TN TINDAL KATHERINE 112.30
NDB : TN TINDAL KATHERINE 356.0
KATHERINE Overfly - H-298° D-7
KATHERINE GORGE Overfly - Track Katherine River D-12
MOUNT HARVEY Overfly - Track Katherine River D-22
PINE CREEK Overfly - H-283° D-54
TIPPERARY [YTPA] T&G - H-273° D-47
(Scenery not depicted in P3D)
elev : 235
rwy : 11/29 asphalt
CTAF : 122.80
DALY RIVER MISSION [YDMN] T&G - H-262° D-20
elev : 47
rwy : 12/30 dirt
CTAF : 122.80
WOODIKAPILDIA [YWKD] T&G - H-257° D-42
(Scenery not depicted in P3D)
elev : 83
rwy : 6/24 dirt
CTAF : 122.80
PORT KEATS [YPKT] Land - H-225° D-35
elev : 112
rwy : 16/34 asphalt
CTAF : 126.70
VNC
WAN Chart
Simulation Date/Time : Current date set to daylight.
Weather : Real World / Fair weather if real world is unsuitable for VFR operations.
Distance : 245 nm
Est Flight Time : approx 80 mins
Aircraft : Single or twin engine aircraft such as Beechcraft King Air C90, Pilatus PC12 or similar capable of 185 to 215 kias.
Altitude : Upto A9500 and Remain clear of Restricted Airspace
Flightplan
File as : YPTN KATHERINE.GORGE MT.HARVEY PINE.CREEK YTPA YDMN YWKD YPKT
GPS Flightplan is available for FSX, P3D, FS2020 as a 'pln' file and X-Plane as an 'fms' file. The original Plan-G flightplan is also included for those that find this useful. Thesa are all enclosed within a Zip archive.
Navigation : Pilots familiar with the area can navigate visually, for those less familiar the accompanying GPS Flightplan is the recommended method of navigating the flight plan.
Communications
Australia uses CTAF (Common Traffic Advisory Frequency) for radio comms at uncontrolled airfields. Now that VATSIM has introduced AFV (Audio For VATSIM) CTAF can now be used across all VATSIM approved pilot clients. Pilots are requested to tune to the published frequency as detailed in the flight details for an event when operating in or around an aerodome to make and monitor CTAF broadcasts. Pilots should also be aware that it is a VATSIM COC (Code of Conduct) requirement that all pilots at uncontrolled airfields should monitor Unicom (Australia 122.80). It is highly recommended that pilots ensure that at least one of their "on board" COM radios (COM 2 being the most likely) is tuned to receive unicom transmissions in addition to transmitting and receiving on the published CTAF frequency. Please Note. All pilots should also be vigilant regarding the receipt of text on both unicom and CTAF. If it is discovered there is a pilot participating that is unable to receive voice transmissions, pilots should arrange to also broadcast via text to ensure those pilots without the benefit of voice is able to receive appropriate broadcasts. VATSIM provides an update guide for getting AFV working on each of the approved pilot clients.
Pilots should also read this post regarding the implications of using VATSIM UNICOM for CTAF. It provides some insight into potential pitfalls for the unwary when monitoring 122.80 in a CTAF environment.
Recommended Scenery
FSX / P3D
ORBX Australia ANTS AUSSIE AIRPORTS OZX 3.5 AU Scenery OZX Libraries 1.2 (required for all OZX scenery) X-Plane 10/11
Bazz's Australian and PNG Scenery for X-Plane Flight Details
TINDAL MILITARY [YPTN] Takeoff
elev : 443
rwy : 14/32 asphalt
CTAF : 119.70
TACAN : TDL TINDAL KATHERINE 112.30
VOR : TN TINDAL KATHERINE 112.30
NDB : TN TINDAL KATHERINE 356.0
KATHERINE Overfly - H-298° D-7
KATHERINE GORGE Overfly - Track Katherine River D-12
MOUNT HARVEY Overfly - Track Katherine River D-22
PINE CREEK Overfly - H-283° D-54
TIPPERARY [YTPA] T&G - H-273° D-47
(Scenery not depicted in P3D)
elev : 235
rwy : 11/29 asphalt
CTAF : 122.80
DALY RIVER MISSION [YDMN] T&G - H-262° D-20
elev : 47
rwy : 12/30 dirt
CTAF : 122.80
WOODIKAPILDIA [YWKD] T&G - H-257° D-42
(Scenery not depicted in P3D)
elev : 83
rwy : 6/24 dirt
CTAF : 122.80
PORT KEATS [YPKT] Land - H-225° D-35
elev : 112
rwy : 16/34 asphalt
CTAF : 126.70
VNC
WAN Chart
VATPAC invites you back to another rendition of 'City Pair!' Whether you like to do a short two hour jet hop, or a scenic cruise, this event will cater for your needs! Provide passengers with the opportunity to jump between some of North's hidden jewels! Fly to and from Darwin International Airport (YPDN) & Cairns International Airport (YBCS ) between 0400z-0800z with the expectation of full ATC services for your flights. Hurdle your way between the two cities with passengers or cargo!
Event Details:
In the last City Pair event, ATC Services were provided between two aerodromes to fly in one direction. This time we are respinning the tables and flying either direction, providing pilots with the opportunity to receive full ATC services whilst they journey away from the big cities, flying between either of the nominated locations and exploring our amazing country!
Try your hand at unique and challenging arrival and departure procedures, or settle for something easier - the choice is yours! Controllers also get the opportunity to control new and exciting locations with larger levels of traffic, and create a sequence inbound to the arrival aerodrome not normally seen!
Routes:
VATPAC recommends the following routes from the departure aerodromes. Pilots are still welcome to fly other routes inbound from elsewhere if they so wish!!!
YPDN-YBCS
ROUTE: DN RUSKA DUMAV J61 KONDA CODIE CS
YBCS- YPDN
ROUTE: CS SWIFT KONDA J61 DUMAV Q91 ALLEE Q23 VEGPU DN
ATC:
ATC for this event will be rostered according to the positions nominated below. Applications are now open, click here to book!
Dependent on the number of ATC applications will ultimately persuade the number of controller positions that are rostered. Positions that are planned to be rostered are below.
Login Identifier: Radio Callsign: Frequency: CS_DEL Cairns Delivery 128.750 CS_GND Cairns Ground 121.700 CS_TWR Cairns Tower 124.900 CS_APP Cairns Approach 118.400 DN_DEL Darwin Delivery 126.800 DN_GND Darwin Ground 121.800 DN_TWR Darwin Tower 133.100 DN_APP Darwin Approach 134.400 BN-TRT_CTR Brisbane Centre 133.200 BN-ARA_CTR Brisbane Centre 133.700 BN-ISA_CTR Brisbane Centre 125.200 BN-TBP_CTR Brisbane Centre 120.550
Scenery:
YPDN - Darwin Airport
Freeware - Ants Aussie (FSX/P3D)
Freeware - Gateway (X-Plane)
Payware - MSFG Darwin (P3D)
YBCS - Cairns Airport
Payware - ORBX (FSX/P3D)
Freeware - AVSIM (FSX/P3D)
Freeware - FSClips (X-Plane)
Freeware - Gateway (X-Plane)
Other
Payware - ORBX Australia v2 (Needed for some addons)
Event Details:
In the last City Pair event, ATC Services were provided between two aerodromes to fly in one direction. This time we are respinning the tables and flying either direction, providing pilots with the opportunity to receive full ATC services whilst they journey away from the big cities, flying between either of the nominated locations and exploring our amazing country!
Try your hand at unique and challenging arrival and departure procedures, or settle for something easier - the choice is yours! Controllers also get the opportunity to control new and exciting locations with larger levels of traffic, and create a sequence inbound to the arrival aerodrome not normally seen!
Routes:
VATPAC recommends the following routes from the departure aerodromes. Pilots are still welcome to fly other routes inbound from elsewhere if they so wish!!!
YPDN-YBCS
ROUTE: DN RUSKA DUMAV J61 KONDA CODIE CS
YBCS- YPDN
ROUTE: CS SWIFT KONDA J61 DUMAV Q91 ALLEE Q23 VEGPU DN
ATC:
ATC for this event will be rostered according to the positions nominated below. Applications are now open, click here to book!
Dependent on the number of ATC applications will ultimately persuade the number of controller positions that are rostered. Positions that are planned to be rostered are below.
Login Identifier: Radio Callsign: Frequency: CS_DEL Cairns Delivery 128.750 CS_GND Cairns Ground 121.700 CS_TWR Cairns Tower 124.900 CS_APP Cairns Approach 118.400 DN_DEL Darwin Delivery 126.800 DN_GND Darwin Ground 121.800 DN_TWR Darwin Tower 133.100 DN_APP Darwin Approach 134.400 BN-TRT_CTR Brisbane Centre 133.200 BN-ARA_CTR Brisbane Centre 133.700 BN-ISA_CTR Brisbane Centre 125.200 BN-TBP_CTR Brisbane Centre 120.550
Scenery:
YPDN - Darwin Airport
Freeware - Ants Aussie (FSX/P3D)
Freeware - Gateway (X-Plane)
Payware - MSFG Darwin (P3D)
YBCS - Cairns Airport
Payware - ORBX (FSX/P3D)
Freeware - AVSIM (FSX/P3D)
Freeware - FSClips (X-Plane)
Freeware - Gateway (X-Plane)
Other
Payware - ORBX Australia v2 (Needed for some addons)
Event Details
Simulation Date/Time : Current date set to daylight.
Weather : Real World / Fair weather if real world is unsuitable for VFR operations.
Distance : 245 nm
Est Flight Time : approx 80 mins
Aircraft : Single or twin engine aircraft such as Beechcraft King Air C90, Pilatus PC12 or similar capable of 185 to 215 kias.
Altitude : Upto A9500 and Remain clear of Restricted Airspace
Flightplan
File as : YPKT YPEP YWOU WAYS YWLO RESC YPTN
GPS Flightplan is available for FSX, P3D, FS2020 as a 'pln' file and X-Plane as an 'fms' file. The original Plan-G flightplan is also included for those that find this useful. Thesa are all enclosed within a Zip archive.
Navigation : Pilots familiar with the area can navigate visually, for those less familiar the accompanying GPS Flightplan is the recommended method of navigating the flight plan.
Communications
Australia uses CTAF (Common Traffic Advisory Frequency) for radio comms at uncontrolled airfields. Now that VATSIM has introduced AFV (Audio For VATSIM) CTAF can now be used across all VATSIM approved pilot clients. Pilots are requested to tune to the published frequency as detailed in the flight details for an event when operating in or around an aerodome to make and monitor CTAF broadcasts. Pilots should also be aware that it is a VATSIM COC (Code of Conduct) requirement that all pilots at uncontrolled airfields should monitor Unicom (Australia 122.80). It is highly recommended that pilots ensure that at least one of their "on board" COM radios (COM 2 being the most likely) is tuned to receive unicom transmissions in addition to transmitting and receiving on the published CTAF frequency. Please Note. All pilots should also be vigilant regarding the receipt of text on both unicom and CTAF. If it is discovered there is a pilot participating that is unable to receive voice transmissions, pilots should arrange to also broadcast via text to ensure those pilots without the benefit of voice is able to receive appropriate broadcasts. VATSIM provides an update guide for getting AFV working on each of the approved pilot clients.
Pilots should also read this post regarding the implications of using VATSIM UNICOM for CTAF. It provides some insight into potential pitfalls for the unwary when monitoring 122.80 in a CTAF environment.
Recommended Scenery
FSX / P3D
ORBX Australia ANTS AUSSIE AIRPORTS OZX 3.5 AU Scenery OZX Libraries 1.2 (required for all OZX scenery) X-Plane 10/11
Bazz's Australian and PNG Scenery for X-Plane Flight Details
PORT KEATS [YPKT] Takeoff
elev : 112
rwy : 16/34 asphalt
CTAF : 126.70
PEPPIMENARTI [YPEP] T&G - H-076° D-33
elev : 79
rwy : 07/25 dirt
CTAF : 122.80
FITZMAURICE RIVER Overfly - H-132° D-56
Co-located with an airfield
WOMBUNGI [YWOU] T&G - H-078° D-17
(Scenery not depicted in P3D)
elev : 599
rwy : 16/34 dirt
CTAF : 122.80
D236A NORTH Overfly - H-204° D-10
D236B SOUTH Overfly - H-176° D-25
WAYSIDE [WAYS] Overfly - H-158° D-14
WILLEROO [YWLO] T&G - Victoria Hwy VFR D-35
(Scenery not depicted in P3D)
elev : 558
rwy : 17/35 dirt
CTAF : 122.80
RESCUE CENTRE [RESC] Overfly - Victoria Hwy VFR D-37
IF TDL APP/TWR or overhead CTR active, obtain Clearance before entering Tindal CTR.
TINDAL MILITARY [YPTN] Land - H-055° D-30
elev : 443
rwy : 14/32 asphalt
CTAF : 119.70
TACAN : TDL TINDAL KATHERINE 112.30
VOR : TN TINDAL KATHERINE 112.30
NDB : TN TINDAL KATHERINE 356.0
WAN Chart
VNC
Simulation Date/Time : Current date set to daylight.
Weather : Real World / Fair weather if real world is unsuitable for VFR operations.
Distance : 245 nm
Est Flight Time : approx 80 mins
Aircraft : Single or twin engine aircraft such as Beechcraft King Air C90, Pilatus PC12 or similar capable of 185 to 215 kias.
Altitude : Upto A9500 and Remain clear of Restricted Airspace
Flightplan
File as : YPKT YPEP YWOU WAYS YWLO RESC YPTN
GPS Flightplan is available for FSX, P3D, FS2020 as a 'pln' file and X-Plane as an 'fms' file. The original Plan-G flightplan is also included for those that find this useful. Thesa are all enclosed within a Zip archive.
Navigation : Pilots familiar with the area can navigate visually, for those less familiar the accompanying GPS Flightplan is the recommended method of navigating the flight plan.
Communications
Australia uses CTAF (Common Traffic Advisory Frequency) for radio comms at uncontrolled airfields. Now that VATSIM has introduced AFV (Audio For VATSIM) CTAF can now be used across all VATSIM approved pilot clients. Pilots are requested to tune to the published frequency as detailed in the flight details for an event when operating in or around an aerodome to make and monitor CTAF broadcasts. Pilots should also be aware that it is a VATSIM COC (Code of Conduct) requirement that all pilots at uncontrolled airfields should monitor Unicom (Australia 122.80). It is highly recommended that pilots ensure that at least one of their "on board" COM radios (COM 2 being the most likely) is tuned to receive unicom transmissions in addition to transmitting and receiving on the published CTAF frequency. Please Note. All pilots should also be vigilant regarding the receipt of text on both unicom and CTAF. If it is discovered there is a pilot participating that is unable to receive voice transmissions, pilots should arrange to also broadcast via text to ensure those pilots without the benefit of voice is able to receive appropriate broadcasts. VATSIM provides an update guide for getting AFV working on each of the approved pilot clients.
Pilots should also read this post regarding the implications of using VATSIM UNICOM for CTAF. It provides some insight into potential pitfalls for the unwary when monitoring 122.80 in a CTAF environment.
Recommended Scenery
FSX / P3D
ORBX Australia ANTS AUSSIE AIRPORTS OZX 3.5 AU Scenery OZX Libraries 1.2 (required for all OZX scenery) X-Plane 10/11
Bazz's Australian and PNG Scenery for X-Plane Flight Details
PORT KEATS [YPKT] Takeoff
elev : 112
rwy : 16/34 asphalt
CTAF : 126.70
PEPPIMENARTI [YPEP] T&G - H-076° D-33
elev : 79
rwy : 07/25 dirt
CTAF : 122.80
FITZMAURICE RIVER Overfly - H-132° D-56
Co-located with an airfield
WOMBUNGI [YWOU] T&G - H-078° D-17
(Scenery not depicted in P3D)
elev : 599
rwy : 16/34 dirt
CTAF : 122.80
D236A NORTH Overfly - H-204° D-10
D236B SOUTH Overfly - H-176° D-25
WAYSIDE [WAYS] Overfly - H-158° D-14
WILLEROO [YWLO] T&G - Victoria Hwy VFR D-35
(Scenery not depicted in P3D)
elev : 558
rwy : 17/35 dirt
CTAF : 122.80
RESCUE CENTRE [RESC] Overfly - Victoria Hwy VFR D-37
IF TDL APP/TWR or overhead CTR active, obtain Clearance before entering Tindal CTR.
TINDAL MILITARY [YPTN] Land - H-055° D-30
elev : 443
rwy : 14/32 asphalt
CTAF : 119.70
TACAN : TDL TINDAL KATHERINE 112.30
VOR : TN TINDAL KATHERINE 112.30
NDB : TN TINDAL KATHERINE 356.0
WAN Chart
VNC
By far the most popular of our regular weekly events, on any given Milk Run Monday you'll find the famous "J-Curve" between Melbourne and Sydney well serviced by both pilots and ATC.
Not to be confused with our Spilled Milk Run Monday events, details of which can be found on the Spilled Milk Run page, the Milk Run invites you to fly in any direction between Sydney and Melbourne and all destinations in between (Canberra, Albury etc).
Prefer to control? We recommend getting in early. ATC positions on Milk Run Monday are often scarce so definitely worth being an early bird.
Traffic levels traditionally start to pick up at around 7:30pm AEST / AEDT and generally peak between 8:30pm and 9:30pm AEST / AEDT.
Route
YMML-YSSY:
ML H129 DOSEL Y59 TESAT
YSSY-YMML:
TESAT H65 RAZZI Q29 ML
ATC
As the trial for rostering MRM has concluded, we encourage ATC to open the following positions to provide ATC Services to pilots!
SY_ATIS 126.25 SY_DEL 133.80 SY_GND 126.50 SY_TWR 120.50 SY_APP 124.40 ML-WOL_CTR 125.00 ML-SNO_CTR 124.00 ML_APP 132.00 ML_TWR 120.50 ML_GND 121.70 ML_DEL 127.20 ML_ATIS 118.00
Scenery
Melbourne Airport - Freeware for FSX
Orbx YMML Melbourne v3 (FSX/P3D) Melbourne Airport for Xplane (ISDG) Sydney YSSY freeware, FSX version | P3D version Sydney YSSY by FlyTampa (FSX & P3D) Sydney YSSY for Xplane (ISDG)
Not to be confused with our Spilled Milk Run Monday events, details of which can be found on the Spilled Milk Run page, the Milk Run invites you to fly in any direction between Sydney and Melbourne and all destinations in between (Canberra, Albury etc).
Prefer to control? We recommend getting in early. ATC positions on Milk Run Monday are often scarce so definitely worth being an early bird.
Traffic levels traditionally start to pick up at around 7:30pm AEST / AEDT and generally peak between 8:30pm and 9:30pm AEST / AEDT.
Route
YMML-YSSY:
ML H129 DOSEL Y59 TESAT
YSSY-YMML:
TESAT H65 RAZZI Q29 ML
ATC
As the trial for rostering MRM has concluded, we encourage ATC to open the following positions to provide ATC Services to pilots!
SY_ATIS 126.25 SY_DEL 133.80 SY_GND 126.50 SY_TWR 120.50 SY_APP 124.40 ML-WOL_CTR 125.00 ML-SNO_CTR 124.00 ML_APP 132.00 ML_TWR 120.50 ML_GND 121.70 ML_DEL 127.20 ML_ATIS 118.00
Scenery
Melbourne Airport - Freeware for FSX
Orbx YMML Melbourne v3 (FSX/P3D) Melbourne Airport for Xplane (ISDG) Sydney YSSY freeware, FSX version | P3D version Sydney YSSY by FlyTampa (FSX & P3D) Sydney YSSY for Xplane (ISDG)
NB: Flights now commencing at 8.30pm AEDST (0930z) or 7.30pm AEST (0930z). This is due to effects of Daylight savings in some Australian states
This Weeks Flight on 14th October 2020 finds us on west coast of USA flying from Sacramento Executive (KSAC) to Reno Tahoe (KRNO) in the Southern Rocky Mountains.
Scenery Suggested:
With the plethora of simulation platforms now being flown it has become tedious to make scenery recommendations so scenery is left to the choice of each pilot.
For X-Plane users most flights will also benefit from improved mesh which can be obtained from https://www.alpilotx.net/ There is HD and UHD available depending on region. Just check each download page and locate the relevant tile/co-ordinate, download and install as usual. Ensure that the mesh folder is placed in the correct order at bottom of Scenery_packs.ini file.
Aircraft Suggested: Any capable of 150 kias
Comms: Unicom 122.80 unless instructed by ATC
Flight Details: LINK
Weather: Real time weather, fair weather if conditions are not suitable.
Flight Plan:(KSAC-KRNO)< Just click on this link for Flight Plan for FSX, P3D and XP11
This Weeks Flight on 14th October 2020 finds us on west coast of USA flying from Sacramento Executive (KSAC) to Reno Tahoe (KRNO) in the Southern Rocky Mountains.
Scenery Suggested:
With the plethora of simulation platforms now being flown it has become tedious to make scenery recommendations so scenery is left to the choice of each pilot.
For X-Plane users most flights will also benefit from improved mesh which can be obtained from https://www.alpilotx.net/ There is HD and UHD available depending on region. Just check each download page and locate the relevant tile/co-ordinate, download and install as usual. Ensure that the mesh folder is placed in the correct order at bottom of Scenery_packs.ini file.
Aircraft Suggested: Any capable of 150 kias
Comms: Unicom 122.80 unless instructed by ATC
Flight Details: LINK
Weather: Real time weather, fair weather if conditions are not suitable.
Flight Plan:(KSAC-KRNO)< Just click on this link for Flight Plan for FSX, P3D and XP11
Event Details
Simulation Date/Time : Current date set to daylight.
Weather : Real World / Fair weather if real world is unsuitable for VFR operations.
Distance : 160 nm
Est Flight Time : approx 70 mins
Aircraft : Single or twin engine aircraft such as DeHavilland Twin Otter, Mooney Bravo or similar capable of 145 to 165 kias.
Altitude : Upto A9500
Flightplan
File as : YCFS YSEW YGFN YSGR YGLI YARM
GPS Flightplan is available for FSX, P3D, FS2020 as a 'pln' file and X-Plane as an 'fms' file. The original Plan-G flightplan is also included for those that find this useful. These are all enclosed within a Zip archive.
Navigation : Pilots familiar with the area can navigate visually, for those less familiar the accompanying GPS Flightplan is the recommended method of navigating the flight plan.
Communications
Australia uses CTAF (Common Traffic Advisory Frequency) for radio comms at uncontrolled airfields. Now that VATSIM has introduced AFV (Audio For VATSIM) CTAF can now be used across all VATSIM approved pilot clients. Pilots are requested to tune to the published frequency as detailed in the flight details for an event when operating in or around an aerodome to make and monitor CTAF broadcasts. Pilots should also be aware that it is a VATSIM COC (Code of Conduct) requirement that all pilots at uncontrolled airfields should monitor Unicom (Australia 122.80). It is highly recommended that pilots ensure that at least one of their "on board" COM radios (COM 2 being the most likely) is tuned to receive unicom transmissions in addition to transmitting and receiving on the published CTAF frequency. Please Note. All pilots should also be vigilant regarding the receipt of text on both unicom and CTAF. If it is discovered there is a pilot participating that is unable to receive voice transmissions, pilots should arrange to also broadcast via text to ensure those pilots without the benefit of voice is able to receive appropriate broadcasts. VATSIM provides an update guide for getting AFV working on each of the approved pilot clients.
Pilots also should read this post regarding the implications of using VATSIM UNICOM for CTAF. It provides some insight into potential pitfalls for the unwary when monitoring 122.80 in a CTAF environment.
FSX / P3D
ORBX Coffs Harbour Airport [YSCH] ORBX Australia ANTS AUSSIE AIRPORTS OZX 3.5 AU Scenery OZX Libraries 1.2 (required for all OZX scenery) X-Plane 10/11
Bazz's Australian and PNG Scenery for X-Plane Coffs Harbour ICAO Code
The original ICAO for Coffs Harbour was YSCH and this code continues to be used in default and ORBX scenery for Coffs Harbour in FSX and P3D. This code has subsequently been redesignated as YCFS and it is this that should be used when referencing Coffs Harbour airport in flightplans. X-Plane also utilises this ICAO in preference to YSCH. Simmers will need to use the appropriate code when locating and spawning at the airport in their respective simulators.
It should also be noted that the ICAO identifier for Coffs Harbour VOR/DME underwent a similar change from CH to CFS. The frequency is 117.0 in both instances. To confuse matters, the Coffs Harbour NDB stills uses designation CH and frequency 311.
Flight Details
COFFS HARBOUR [YCFS] Takeoff
elev : 18
rwy : 03ns/21 asphalt
rwy : 10/28 bitumen
CTAF/TWR : 118.20
VOR/DME : CFS COFFS HARBOUR 117.00
STEWARTS [YSEW] T&G - H-014° D-10
elev : 104
rwy : 13/31 grass
CTAF : 122.80
GRAFTON [YGFN] T&G - H-332° D-25
elev : 110
rwy : 18/36 asphalt
CTAF : 126.70
NDB : GFN GRAFTON 389.0
SOUTH GRAFTON [YSGR] T&G - H-283° D-6
elev : 20
rwy : 10/28 dirt
CTAF : 126.70
GLEN INNES [YGLI] T&G - H-260° D-65
elev : 3428
rwy : 14/32 bitumen
rwy : 10/28 gravel
CTAF : 126.70
MOUNT MITCHELL RD T&G - H-147° D-20
elev : 4250
rwy : 15/33 shale
CTAF : 122.80
ARMIDALE [YARM] Land - H-187° D-35
elev : 3556
rwy : 05/23 asphalt
rwy : 09/27 grass
CTAF : 127.50
DME : ARM ARMIDALE 112.60
NDB : ARM ARMIDALE 401.0
Chart
Simulation Date/Time : Current date set to daylight.
Weather : Real World / Fair weather if real world is unsuitable for VFR operations.
Distance : 160 nm
Est Flight Time : approx 70 mins
Aircraft : Single or twin engine aircraft such as DeHavilland Twin Otter, Mooney Bravo or similar capable of 145 to 165 kias.
Altitude : Upto A9500
Flightplan
File as : YCFS YSEW YGFN YSGR YGLI YARM
GPS Flightplan is available for FSX, P3D, FS2020 as a 'pln' file and X-Plane as an 'fms' file. The original Plan-G flightplan is also included for those that find this useful. These are all enclosed within a Zip archive.
Navigation : Pilots familiar with the area can navigate visually, for those less familiar the accompanying GPS Flightplan is the recommended method of navigating the flight plan.
Communications
Australia uses CTAF (Common Traffic Advisory Frequency) for radio comms at uncontrolled airfields. Now that VATSIM has introduced AFV (Audio For VATSIM) CTAF can now be used across all VATSIM approved pilot clients. Pilots are requested to tune to the published frequency as detailed in the flight details for an event when operating in or around an aerodome to make and monitor CTAF broadcasts. Pilots should also be aware that it is a VATSIM COC (Code of Conduct) requirement that all pilots at uncontrolled airfields should monitor Unicom (Australia 122.80). It is highly recommended that pilots ensure that at least one of their "on board" COM radios (COM 2 being the most likely) is tuned to receive unicom transmissions in addition to transmitting and receiving on the published CTAF frequency. Please Note. All pilots should also be vigilant regarding the receipt of text on both unicom and CTAF. If it is discovered there is a pilot participating that is unable to receive voice transmissions, pilots should arrange to also broadcast via text to ensure those pilots without the benefit of voice is able to receive appropriate broadcasts. VATSIM provides an update guide for getting AFV working on each of the approved pilot clients.
Pilots also should read this post regarding the implications of using VATSIM UNICOM for CTAF. It provides some insight into potential pitfalls for the unwary when monitoring 122.80 in a CTAF environment.
FSX / P3D
ORBX Coffs Harbour Airport [YSCH] ORBX Australia ANTS AUSSIE AIRPORTS OZX 3.5 AU Scenery OZX Libraries 1.2 (required for all OZX scenery) X-Plane 10/11
Bazz's Australian and PNG Scenery for X-Plane Coffs Harbour ICAO Code
The original ICAO for Coffs Harbour was YSCH and this code continues to be used in default and ORBX scenery for Coffs Harbour in FSX and P3D. This code has subsequently been redesignated as YCFS and it is this that should be used when referencing Coffs Harbour airport in flightplans. X-Plane also utilises this ICAO in preference to YSCH. Simmers will need to use the appropriate code when locating and spawning at the airport in their respective simulators.
It should also be noted that the ICAO identifier for Coffs Harbour VOR/DME underwent a similar change from CH to CFS. The frequency is 117.0 in both instances. To confuse matters, the Coffs Harbour NDB stills uses designation CH and frequency 311.
Flight Details
COFFS HARBOUR [YCFS] Takeoff
elev : 18
rwy : 03ns/21 asphalt
rwy : 10/28 bitumen
CTAF/TWR : 118.20
VOR/DME : CFS COFFS HARBOUR 117.00
STEWARTS [YSEW] T&G - H-014° D-10
elev : 104
rwy : 13/31 grass
CTAF : 122.80
GRAFTON [YGFN] T&G - H-332° D-25
elev : 110
rwy : 18/36 asphalt
CTAF : 126.70
NDB : GFN GRAFTON 389.0
SOUTH GRAFTON [YSGR] T&G - H-283° D-6
elev : 20
rwy : 10/28 dirt
CTAF : 126.70
GLEN INNES [YGLI] T&G - H-260° D-65
elev : 3428
rwy : 14/32 bitumen
rwy : 10/28 gravel
CTAF : 126.70
MOUNT MITCHELL RD T&G - H-147° D-20
elev : 4250
rwy : 15/33 shale
CTAF : 122.80
ARMIDALE [YARM] Land - H-187° D-35
elev : 3556
rwy : 05/23 asphalt
rwy : 09/27 grass
CTAF : 127.50
DME : ARM ARMIDALE 112.60
NDB : ARM ARMIDALE 401.0
Chart
The VATPAC events team is proud to announce this weeks instalment of East Coast Connect! Whether you like to fly IFR in a commercial jet or small turboprop, or VFR in a smaller private aircraft, this is the event for you. Enjoy the beautiful scenery that NSW and the Gold Coast offer within your simulators!
What is East Coast Connect?
Similar to Milk Run Monday, East Coast Connect is where pilots fly between Sydney Kingsford Smith (YSSY), Brisbane International Airport (YBBN) and Gold Coast International Airport (YBCG). Expect full ATC Coverage between 0800z and 1200z, as we attempt to fill the MDE and DOS airspace with as many aircraft as possible!
Routes:
We recommend the following routes for you to fly during this event; however, you are more than welcome to fly to different airports within the coverage area!
YSSY -> YBBN:
TESAT ENTRA H133 GAMBL H66 BLAKA BN
YBBN -> YSSY:
BN SANEG H91 SANAD TESAT
YBCG -> YSSY:
CG APAGI H91 SANAD TESAT
YSSY -> YBCG:
TESAT ENTRA Y245 BANDA Y43 BERNI CG
ATC:
The positions below will be available to be rostered. Should a position not be filled by the roster, then anyone is permitted to log on and fill that position. See the "Rostering Trial" section below. To be rostered for this event, click here
Login Identifier: Radio Callsign: Frequency: SY_DEL Sydney Delivery 133.800 SY_GND Sydney Ground 126.500 SY_TWR
SY_APP Sydney Tower
Sydney Approach 120.500
124.400 BN_DEL Brisbane Delivery 118.850 BN_GND Brisbane Ground 119.900 BN_TWR Brisbane Tower 120.500 BN_APP Brisbane Approach 124.700 CG_TWR
CG_APP
Gold Coast Tower
Brisbane Approach
118.700
123.500
BN-MDE_CTR Brisbane Centre 133.000 BN-DOS_CTR Brisbane Centre 135.600 Non-Standard positions will be available for opening depending on traffic levels. They may only be opened once all of the rostered positions are filled. Please see a member of the Board of Directors, or a C3 rated controller to be granted permission to open a non-standard position.
Scenery:
Sydney Kingsford Smith (YSSY):
Payware - FlyTampa (FSX/P3D)
Freeware - AVSIM (FSX/P3D)
Freeware - ISDG (xPlane)
Brisbane International Airport (YBBN):
Payware - ORBX (FSX/P3D)
Freeware - AVSIM (FSX/P3D)
Gold Coast International Airport (YBCG):
Payware - ORBX (FSX/P3D)
Freeware - AVSIM (FSX/P3D)
MISC - Miscellaneous Items:
Payware - AUSv2 (FSX/P3D) *Required by ORBX Airports*
Payware - Gold Coast CityScape (FSX/P3D)
Rostering Trial:
During September & October, the events team will be trialling a rostering system for this event. The roster will be released on the Wednesday before the event. Positions that are not rostered (i.e. no controller assigned on the position) will remain free for all controllers available on the day to control.
Controllers who wish to reserve a position to control during this event are encouraged to apply via https://events.vatpac.org/. After the controller roster is released on Wednesday evening, no controllers will be added to the roster.
Feedback about this trial can be directed to [email protected] or via https://feedback.vatpac.org/.
What is East Coast Connect?
Similar to Milk Run Monday, East Coast Connect is where pilots fly between Sydney Kingsford Smith (YSSY), Brisbane International Airport (YBBN) and Gold Coast International Airport (YBCG). Expect full ATC Coverage between 0800z and 1200z, as we attempt to fill the MDE and DOS airspace with as many aircraft as possible!
Routes:
We recommend the following routes for you to fly during this event; however, you are more than welcome to fly to different airports within the coverage area!
YSSY -> YBBN:
TESAT ENTRA H133 GAMBL H66 BLAKA BN
YBBN -> YSSY:
BN SANEG H91 SANAD TESAT
YBCG -> YSSY:
CG APAGI H91 SANAD TESAT
YSSY -> YBCG:
TESAT ENTRA Y245 BANDA Y43 BERNI CG
ATC:
The positions below will be available to be rostered. Should a position not be filled by the roster, then anyone is permitted to log on and fill that position. See the "Rostering Trial" section below. To be rostered for this event, click here
Login Identifier: Radio Callsign: Frequency: SY_DEL Sydney Delivery 133.800 SY_GND Sydney Ground 126.500 SY_TWR
SY_APP Sydney Tower
Sydney Approach 120.500
124.400 BN_DEL Brisbane Delivery 118.850 BN_GND Brisbane Ground 119.900 BN_TWR Brisbane Tower 120.500 BN_APP Brisbane Approach 124.700 CG_TWR
CG_APP
Gold Coast Tower
Brisbane Approach
118.700
123.500
BN-MDE_CTR Brisbane Centre 133.000 BN-DOS_CTR Brisbane Centre 135.600 Non-Standard positions will be available for opening depending on traffic levels. They may only be opened once all of the rostered positions are filled. Please see a member of the Board of Directors, or a C3 rated controller to be granted permission to open a non-standard position.
Scenery:
Sydney Kingsford Smith (YSSY):
Payware - FlyTampa (FSX/P3D)
Freeware - AVSIM (FSX/P3D)
Freeware - ISDG (xPlane)
Brisbane International Airport (YBBN):
Payware - ORBX (FSX/P3D)
Freeware - AVSIM (FSX/P3D)
Gold Coast International Airport (YBCG):
Payware - ORBX (FSX/P3D)
Freeware - AVSIM (FSX/P3D)
MISC - Miscellaneous Items:
Payware - AUSv2 (FSX/P3D) *Required by ORBX Airports*
Payware - Gold Coast CityScape (FSX/P3D)
Rostering Trial:
During September & October, the events team will be trialling a rostering system for this event. The roster will be released on the Wednesday before the event. Positions that are not rostered (i.e. no controller assigned on the position) will remain free for all controllers available on the day to control.
Controllers who wish to reserve a position to control during this event are encouraged to apply via https://events.vatpac.org/. After the controller roster is released on Wednesday evening, no controllers will be added to the roster.
Feedback about this trial can be directed to [email protected] or via https://feedback.vatpac.org/.
Event Details
Simulation Date/Time : Current date set to daylight.
Weather : Real World / Fair weather if real world is unsuitable for VFR operations.
Distance : 173 nm
Est Flight Time : approx 80 mins
Aircraft : Single or twin engine aircraft such as DeHavilland Twin Otter, Mooney Bravo or similar capable of 145 to 165 kias.
Altitude : Upto A9500
Flightplan
File as : YARM YWCH YKMP YBLI DRO MOB YCFS
GPS Flightplan is available for FSX, P3D, FS2020 as a 'pln' file and X-Plane as an 'fms' file. The original Plan-G flightplan is also included for those that find this useful. These are all enclosed within a Zip archive.
Navigation : Pilots familiar with the area can navigate visually, for those less familiar the accompanying GPS Flightplan is the recommended method of navigating the flight plan.
Communications
Australia uses CTAF (Common Traffic Advisory Frequency) for radio comms at uncontrolled airfields. Now that VATSIM has introduced AFV (Audio For VATSIM) CTAF can now be used across all VATSIM approved pilot clients. Pilots are requested to tune to the published frequency as detailed in the flight details for an event when operating in or around an aerodome to make and monitor CTAF broadcasts. Pilots should also be aware that it is a VATSIM COC (Code of Conduct) requirement that all pilots at uncontrolled airfields should monitor Unicom (Australia 122.80). It is highly recommended that pilots ensure that at least one of their "on board" COM radios (COM 2 being the most likely) is tuned to receive unicom transmissions in addition to transmitting and receiving on the published CTAF frequency. Please Note. All pilots should also be vigilant regarding the receipt of text on both unicom and CTAF. If it is discovered there is a pilot participating that is unable to receive voice transmissions, pilots should arrange to also broadcast via text to ensure those pilots without the benefit of voice is able to receive appropriate broadcasts. VATSIM provides an update guide for getting AFV working on each of the approved pilot clients.
Pilots also should read this post regarding the implications of using VATSIM UNICOM for CTAF. It provides some insight into potential pitfalls for the unwary when monitoring 122.80 in a CTAF environment.
Recommended Scenery
FSX / P3D
ORBX Coffs Harbour Airport [YSCH] ORBX Australia ANTS AUSSIE AIRPORTS OZX 3.5 AU Scenery OZX Libraries 1.2 (required for all OZX scenery) X-Plane 10/11
Bazz's Australian and PNG Scenery for X-Plane Coffs Harbour ICAO Code
The original ICAO for Coffs Harbour was YSCH and this code continues to be used in default and ORBX scenery for Coffs Harbour in FSX and P3D. This code has subsequently been redesignated as YCFS and it is this that should be used when referencing Coffs Harbour airport in flightplans. X-Plane also utilises this ICAO in preference to YSCH. Simmers will need to use the appropriate code when locating and spawning at the airport in their respective simulators.
It should also be noted that the ICAO identifier for Coffs Harbour VOR/DME underwent a similar change from CH to CFS. The frequency is 117.0 in both instances. To confuse matters, the Coffs Harbour NDB stills uses designation CH and frequency 311.
Flight Details
ARMIDALE [YARM] Takeoff
elev : 3556
rwy : 05/23 asphalt
rwy : 09/27 grass
CTAF : 127.50
DME : ARM ARMIDALE 112.60
NDB : ARM ARMIDALE 401.0
WALCHA [YWCH] T&G - H-175° D-29
(Scenery not depicted in P3D)
elev : 3788
rwy : 14/32 grass
rwy : 6/24 closed
CTAF : 122.80
KEMPSEY [YKMP] T&G - H-082° D-63
elev : 54
rwy : 16/34 clay
rwy : 04/22 asphalt
CTAF : 118.90
NDB : KMP KEMPSEY 230.0
BALD HILLS [YBLI] T&G - H-328° D-47
elev : 4041
rwy : 15/33 grass
CTAF : 122.80
DORRIGO [DRO] Overfly - H-081° D-13
MOUNT MOOMBIL [MOB] Overfly - H-065° D-7
COFFS HARBOUR [YCFS] Land - H-081° D-14
elev : 18
rwy : 03ns/21 asphalt
rwy : 10/28 bitumen
CTAF/TWR : 118.20
VOR/DME : CFS COFFS HARBOUR 117.00
Chart
Simulation Date/Time : Current date set to daylight.
Weather : Real World / Fair weather if real world is unsuitable for VFR operations.
Distance : 173 nm
Est Flight Time : approx 80 mins
Aircraft : Single or twin engine aircraft such as DeHavilland Twin Otter, Mooney Bravo or similar capable of 145 to 165 kias.
Altitude : Upto A9500
Flightplan
File as : YARM YWCH YKMP YBLI DRO MOB YCFS
GPS Flightplan is available for FSX, P3D, FS2020 as a 'pln' file and X-Plane as an 'fms' file. The original Plan-G flightplan is also included for those that find this useful. These are all enclosed within a Zip archive.
Navigation : Pilots familiar with the area can navigate visually, for those less familiar the accompanying GPS Flightplan is the recommended method of navigating the flight plan.
Communications
Australia uses CTAF (Common Traffic Advisory Frequency) for radio comms at uncontrolled airfields. Now that VATSIM has introduced AFV (Audio For VATSIM) CTAF can now be used across all VATSIM approved pilot clients. Pilots are requested to tune to the published frequency as detailed in the flight details for an event when operating in or around an aerodome to make and monitor CTAF broadcasts. Pilots should also be aware that it is a VATSIM COC (Code of Conduct) requirement that all pilots at uncontrolled airfields should monitor Unicom (Australia 122.80). It is highly recommended that pilots ensure that at least one of their "on board" COM radios (COM 2 being the most likely) is tuned to receive unicom transmissions in addition to transmitting and receiving on the published CTAF frequency. Please Note. All pilots should also be vigilant regarding the receipt of text on both unicom and CTAF. If it is discovered there is a pilot participating that is unable to receive voice transmissions, pilots should arrange to also broadcast via text to ensure those pilots without the benefit of voice is able to receive appropriate broadcasts. VATSIM provides an update guide for getting AFV working on each of the approved pilot clients.
Pilots also should read this post regarding the implications of using VATSIM UNICOM for CTAF. It provides some insight into potential pitfalls for the unwary when monitoring 122.80 in a CTAF environment.
Recommended Scenery
FSX / P3D
ORBX Coffs Harbour Airport [YSCH] ORBX Australia ANTS AUSSIE AIRPORTS OZX 3.5 AU Scenery OZX Libraries 1.2 (required for all OZX scenery) X-Plane 10/11
Bazz's Australian and PNG Scenery for X-Plane Coffs Harbour ICAO Code
The original ICAO for Coffs Harbour was YSCH and this code continues to be used in default and ORBX scenery for Coffs Harbour in FSX and P3D. This code has subsequently been redesignated as YCFS and it is this that should be used when referencing Coffs Harbour airport in flightplans. X-Plane also utilises this ICAO in preference to YSCH. Simmers will need to use the appropriate code when locating and spawning at the airport in their respective simulators.
It should also be noted that the ICAO identifier for Coffs Harbour VOR/DME underwent a similar change from CH to CFS. The frequency is 117.0 in both instances. To confuse matters, the Coffs Harbour NDB stills uses designation CH and frequency 311.
Flight Details
ARMIDALE [YARM] Takeoff
elev : 3556
rwy : 05/23 asphalt
rwy : 09/27 grass
CTAF : 127.50
DME : ARM ARMIDALE 112.60
NDB : ARM ARMIDALE 401.0
WALCHA [YWCH] T&G - H-175° D-29
(Scenery not depicted in P3D)
elev : 3788
rwy : 14/32 grass
rwy : 6/24 closed
CTAF : 122.80
KEMPSEY [YKMP] T&G - H-082° D-63
elev : 54
rwy : 16/34 clay
rwy : 04/22 asphalt
CTAF : 118.90
NDB : KMP KEMPSEY 230.0
BALD HILLS [YBLI] T&G - H-328° D-47
elev : 4041
rwy : 15/33 grass
CTAF : 122.80
DORRIGO [DRO] Overfly - H-081° D-13
MOUNT MOOMBIL [MOB] Overfly - H-065° D-7
COFFS HARBOUR [YCFS] Land - H-081° D-14
elev : 18
rwy : 03ns/21 asphalt
rwy : 10/28 bitumen
CTAF/TWR : 118.20
VOR/DME : CFS COFFS HARBOUR 117.00
Chart
By far the most popular of our regular weekly events, on any given Milk Run Monday you'll find the famous "J-Curve" between Melbourne and Sydney well serviced by both pilots and ATC.
Not to be confused with our Spilled Milk Run Monday events, details of which can be found on the Spilled Milk Run page, the Milk Run invites you to fly in any direction between Sydney and Melbourne and all destinations in between (Canberra, Albury etc).
Prefer to control? We recommend getting in early. ATC positions on Milk Run Monday are often scarce so definitely worth being an early bird.
Traffic levels traditionally start to pick up at around 7:30pm AEST / AEDT and generally peak between 8:30pm and 9:30pm AEST / AEDT.
Route
YMML-YSSY:
ML H129 DOSEL Y59 TESAT
YSSY-YMML:
TESAT H65 RAZZI Q29 ML
ATC
MRM is now rostered. View the roster for this weeks event here, and view the NOTAM here
SY_ATIS 126.25 SY_DEL 133.80 SY_GND 126.50 SY_TWR 120.50 SY_APP 124.40 ML-WOL_CTR 125.00 ML-SNO_CTR 124.00 ML_APP 132.00 ML_TWR 120.50 ML_GND 121.70 ML_DEL 127.20 ML_ATIS 118.00
Scenery
Melbourne Airport - Freeware for FSX
Orbx YMML Melbourne v3 (FSX/P3D) Melbourne Airport for Xplane (ISDG) Sydney YSSY freeware, FSX version | P3D version Sydney YSSY by FlyTampa (FSX & P3D) Sydney YSSY for Xplane (ISDG)
Not to be confused with our Spilled Milk Run Monday events, details of which can be found on the Spilled Milk Run page, the Milk Run invites you to fly in any direction between Sydney and Melbourne and all destinations in between (Canberra, Albury etc).
Prefer to control? We recommend getting in early. ATC positions on Milk Run Monday are often scarce so definitely worth being an early bird.
Traffic levels traditionally start to pick up at around 7:30pm AEST / AEDT and generally peak between 8:30pm and 9:30pm AEST / AEDT.
Route
YMML-YSSY:
ML H129 DOSEL Y59 TESAT
YSSY-YMML:
TESAT H65 RAZZI Q29 ML
ATC
MRM is now rostered. View the roster for this weeks event here, and view the NOTAM here
SY_ATIS 126.25 SY_DEL 133.80 SY_GND 126.50 SY_TWR 120.50 SY_APP 124.40 ML-WOL_CTR 125.00 ML-SNO_CTR 124.00 ML_APP 132.00 ML_TWR 120.50 ML_GND 121.70 ML_DEL 127.20 ML_ATIS 118.00
Scenery
Melbourne Airport - Freeware for FSX
Orbx YMML Melbourne v3 (FSX/P3D) Melbourne Airport for Xplane (ISDG) Sydney YSSY freeware, FSX version | P3D version Sydney YSSY by FlyTampa (FSX & P3D) Sydney YSSY for Xplane (ISDG)
This Weeks Flight on 21st October 2020 finds us in the Scottish Highlands, UK flying from Inverness (EGPE) to Plockton (XPLO) then south across the bay to Mallaig where we follow the A830 and the railway to Fort William Locks then south west along Loch Linnhe to Glenforsa (X6MU) then east to Oban (EGEO).
Scenery Suggested:
With the plethora of simulation platforms now being flown it has become tedious to make scenery recommendations so scenery is left to the choice of each pilot.
Most flights using X-Plane 11 will also benefit from improved mesh which can be obtained from https://www.alpilotx.net/ There is HD and UHD available depending on region. Just check each download page and locate the relevant tile/co-ordinate, download and install as usual. Ensure that the mesh folder is placed in the correct order at bottom of Scenery_packs.ini file.
Aircraft Suggested: Any capable of 140 kias
Comms: Unicom 122.80 unless instructed by ATC
Flight Details: EGPE-EGEO
Weather: Real time weather, fair weather if conditions are not suitable.
Flight Plan:(EGPE-EGEO)< Just click on this link for Flight Plan for FSX, P3D and XP11
Scenery Suggested:
With the plethora of simulation platforms now being flown it has become tedious to make scenery recommendations so scenery is left to the choice of each pilot.
Most flights using X-Plane 11 will also benefit from improved mesh which can be obtained from https://www.alpilotx.net/ There is HD and UHD available depending on region. Just check each download page and locate the relevant tile/co-ordinate, download and install as usual. Ensure that the mesh folder is placed in the correct order at bottom of Scenery_packs.ini file.
Aircraft Suggested: Any capable of 140 kias
Comms: Unicom 122.80 unless instructed by ATC
Flight Details: EGPE-EGEO
Weather: Real time weather, fair weather if conditions are not suitable.
Flight Plan:(EGPE-EGEO)< Just click on this link for Flight Plan for FSX, P3D and XP11
Welcome to Thursday Therapy
Thursday Therapy is a new era in VATPAC events, introducing you to a new series of routes, aircraft and experiences. With the new and improved time of 0800z-1100z based on your feedback. Because of the short distance this week we recommend a C172, SR22 or aircraft of similar size. If you want to do multiple flights, we recommend the TBM930 or King Air 350.
Be sure to join us on the VATPAC discord. To join, visit here.
Welcome back to Therapy Thursday! This week we are jumping across to Western Australia. Departing from either the Perth, Perth Jandakot or Busselton enjoy the stunning coastal WA views. Whether you want to fly via the route or break off to do VFR city orbits on arrival the choice is all yours.
Routes:
YPPH-YBLN: PH MANDU W20 BLN (0:50 Flight Time)
YPJT-YBLN: JT YMUL YBUN (1:00 Flight Time)
YBLN-YPPH: BLN W20 MANDU DCT PH (1:00 Flight Time)
YBLN-YPPH: BLN DCT MANDU DCT JT (0:55 Flight Time)
ATC:
Login
Callsign
Frequency
JT_TWR Jandakot Tower 118.100 JT_GND Jandakot Ground 124.300 PH_APP Perth Approach 123.600 PH_TWR Perth Tower 127.400 PH_GND Perth Ground 121.700 PH_DEL Perth Delivery 118.550 ML-ESP_CTR Melbourne Centre 123.950
Scenery:
YPPH - Perth
MFSG - Payware (P3D/FSX)
Axon - Payware (X-Plane 11)
Rasho - Freeware (X-Plane)
YPJT - Perth Jandakot
ORBX - Payware (P3D/FSX)
'fschutzman' - Freeware (X-Plane)
YBLN - Busselton
ORBX - Freeware (P3D/FSX)
TBTX - Freeware (X-Plane)
MISC - Miscellaneous Items:
Payware - AUSv2 (FSX/P3D)
Thursday Therapy is a new era in VATPAC events, introducing you to a new series of routes, aircraft and experiences. With the new and improved time of 0800z-1100z based on your feedback. Because of the short distance this week we recommend a C172, SR22 or aircraft of similar size. If you want to do multiple flights, we recommend the TBM930 or King Air 350.
Be sure to join us on the VATPAC discord. To join, visit here.
Welcome back to Therapy Thursday! This week we are jumping across to Western Australia. Departing from either the Perth, Perth Jandakot or Busselton enjoy the stunning coastal WA views. Whether you want to fly via the route or break off to do VFR city orbits on arrival the choice is all yours.
Routes:
YPPH-YBLN: PH MANDU W20 BLN (0:50 Flight Time)
YPJT-YBLN: JT YMUL YBUN (1:00 Flight Time)
YBLN-YPPH: BLN W20 MANDU DCT PH (1:00 Flight Time)
YBLN-YPPH: BLN DCT MANDU DCT JT (0:55 Flight Time)
ATC:
Login
Callsign
Frequency
JT_TWR Jandakot Tower 118.100 JT_GND Jandakot Ground 124.300 PH_APP Perth Approach 123.600 PH_TWR Perth Tower 127.400 PH_GND Perth Ground 121.700 PH_DEL Perth Delivery 118.550 ML-ESP_CTR Melbourne Centre 123.950
Scenery:
YPPH - Perth
MFSG - Payware (P3D/FSX)
Axon - Payware (X-Plane 11)
Rasho - Freeware (X-Plane)
YPJT - Perth Jandakot
ORBX - Payware (P3D/FSX)
'fschutzman' - Freeware (X-Plane)
YBLN - Busselton
ORBX - Freeware (P3D/FSX)
TBTX - Freeware (X-Plane)
MISC - Miscellaneous Items:
Payware - AUSv2 (FSX/P3D)
Event Details
Simulation Date/Time : Current date set to daylight.
Weather : Real World / Fair weather if real world is unsuitable for VFR operations.
Distance : 160 nm
Est Flight Time : approx 80 mins
Aircraft : Single or twin engine aircraft such as Beechcraft Baron, Cessna Caravan or similar capable of 155 to 165 kias.
Altitude : Below Perth CTA steps and remain clear of Pearce Restricted Airspace
Flightplan
File as : YPJT VFR.4 LANCELIN.ISL VFR.1 YCVS VFR.2 VFR.1 YJUR YLEA
GPS Flightplan is available for FSX, P3D, FS2020 as a 'pln' file and X-Plane as an 'fms' file. The original Plan-G flightplan is also included for those that find this useful. These are all enclosed within a Zip archive.
Navigation : Pilots familiar with the area can navigate visually, for those less familiar the accompanying GPS Flightplan is the recommended method of navigating the flight plan.
Communications
Australia uses CTAF (Common Traffic Advisory Frequency) for radio comms at uncontrolled airfields. Now that VATSIM has introduced AFV (Audio For VATSIM) CTAF can now be used across all VATSIM approved pilot clients. Pilots are requested to tune to the published frequency as detailed in the flight details for an event when operating in or around an aerodome to make and monitor CTAF broadcasts. Pilots should also be aware that it is a VATSIM COC (Code of Conduct) requirement that all pilots at uncontrolled airfields should monitor Unicom (Australia 122.80). It is highly recommended that pilots ensure that at least one of their "on board" COM radios (COM 2 being the most likely) is tuned to receive unicom transmissions in addition to transmitting and receiving on the published CTAF frequency. Please Note. All pilots should also be vigilant regarding the receipt of text on both unicom and CTAF. If it is discovered there is a pilot participating that is unable to receive voice transmissions, pilots should arrange to also broadcast via text to ensure those pilots without the benefit of voice is able to receive appropriate broadcasts. VATSIM provides an update guide for getting AFV working on each of the approved pilot clients.
Pilots also should read this post regarding the implications of using VATSIM UNICOM for CTAF. It provides some insight into potential pitfalls for the unwary when monitoring 122.80 in a CTAF environment.
Recommended Scenery
FSX / P3D
Required for Destination YLEA - Alan Blencowe's Complete Scenery Collection ORBX Perth Jandakot [YPJT] ORBX Australia ANTS AUSSIE AIRPORTS OZX 3.5 AU Scenery OZX Libraries 1.2 (required for all OZX scenery) X-Plane 10/11
Bazz's Australian and PNG Scenery for X-Plane Voz1.8 (Vista Australis) for X-Plane Jandakot Aerodrome
Jandakot Aerodrome services general aviation aircraft located in close proximity to Perth Internation Airport and Pearce Airbase further to the north.
For this flight we depart Jandakot to the north and track the VFR Route 4 along the coast to our destination of Leeman. For the purposes of this flight it will be assumed Pearce restricted airspace R146A is active will and require the use of VFR 1/VFR 2 to avoid infringing the airspace.
Scenery limitations
Jandakot recently underwent some changes when the 12/30 runway was extended. Any documentation at Air Services Australia in recent AIRACs will reflect these changes. Sadly, simulation scenery for P3D/FSX and X-Plane has failed to keep pace. Both simulations still depict Jandakot as displayed in the accompanying CASA manuevring chart displayed below.
Airport Diagram is extracted from CASA Jandakot manoeuvring area map
Circuit Directions
Note : Circuit runway 24L/06R is only available when ATC is active
Tower Active
RWY 06L - Left RWY 06R - Right RWY 24L - Left RWY 24R - Right RWY 12 - Left RWY 30 - Left ATC may at their discretion alter these. Also, when parallel operations are in progress, there may be one tower dedicated to the circuit runway 06R/24L as well as a tower dedicated to the main 06L/24R runway. Check with Jandakot ATIS pior to starting. Tower Inactive
RWY 06L - Right RWY 12 - Left RWY 24R - Left RWY 30 - Left RWY 24L/06R - Unavailable Frequencies
CTAF : 118.10 TWR : 118.10 / 119.40 SMC : 124.30 ATIS : 128.65 / 281 NDB : JT 281.0 Flight Details
JANDAKOT [YPJT] Takeoff
elev : 99
rwy : 12/30 06R/24L 06L/24R asphalt
CTAF : 118.10
NDB : JT JANDAKOT 281.0
IF ATC ACTIVE CALL - '[AIRCRAFT TYPE][CALLSIGN] [NORTHERN APRON|CENTRAL APRON|SOUTHERN APRON] REQUEST TAXI RUNWAY [DUTY RUNWAY] VFR DEPARTURE VIA Fremantle Golf Course'
At the hold point of the duty runway - "Ready hold point [DUTY RUNWAY] received [ATIS ID] for departure via Fremantle Golf Course [#]Persons On Board"
LANCELIN ISLAND Overfly - Coastal via VFR.4 D-72
SOUTH MARKER [SOUTH] Overfly - VFR.1 D-9
NORTH MARKER [NORTH] Overfly - VFR.1 D-11
CERVANTES [YCVS] T&G - VFR.1 D-20
(Scenery not depicted in P3D)
elev : 9
rwy : 16/34 dirt
CTAF : 122.80
NAMBUNG [NAMBU] Overfly - VFR.2 D-9
JURIEN BAY [YJUR] Overfly - VFR.1 D-18
(Scenery not depicted in P3D)
LEEMAN [YLEA] Land - H-351° D-20
elev : 14
rwy : 02/20 13/31 dirt
CTAF : 122.80
PERTH Visual Navigation Chart (VNC)
JANDAKOT Visual Terminal Chart (VTC)
Simulation Date/Time : Current date set to daylight.
Weather : Real World / Fair weather if real world is unsuitable for VFR operations.
Distance : 160 nm
Est Flight Time : approx 80 mins
Aircraft : Single or twin engine aircraft such as Beechcraft Baron, Cessna Caravan or similar capable of 155 to 165 kias.
Altitude : Below Perth CTA steps and remain clear of Pearce Restricted Airspace
Flightplan
File as : YPJT VFR.4 LANCELIN.ISL VFR.1 YCVS VFR.2 VFR.1 YJUR YLEA
GPS Flightplan is available for FSX, P3D, FS2020 as a 'pln' file and X-Plane as an 'fms' file. The original Plan-G flightplan is also included for those that find this useful. These are all enclosed within a Zip archive.
Navigation : Pilots familiar with the area can navigate visually, for those less familiar the accompanying GPS Flightplan is the recommended method of navigating the flight plan.
Communications
Australia uses CTAF (Common Traffic Advisory Frequency) for radio comms at uncontrolled airfields. Now that VATSIM has introduced AFV (Audio For VATSIM) CTAF can now be used across all VATSIM approved pilot clients. Pilots are requested to tune to the published frequency as detailed in the flight details for an event when operating in or around an aerodome to make and monitor CTAF broadcasts. Pilots should also be aware that it is a VATSIM COC (Code of Conduct) requirement that all pilots at uncontrolled airfields should monitor Unicom (Australia 122.80). It is highly recommended that pilots ensure that at least one of their "on board" COM radios (COM 2 being the most likely) is tuned to receive unicom transmissions in addition to transmitting and receiving on the published CTAF frequency. Please Note. All pilots should also be vigilant regarding the receipt of text on both unicom and CTAF. If it is discovered there is a pilot participating that is unable to receive voice transmissions, pilots should arrange to also broadcast via text to ensure those pilots without the benefit of voice is able to receive appropriate broadcasts. VATSIM provides an update guide for getting AFV working on each of the approved pilot clients.
Pilots also should read this post regarding the implications of using VATSIM UNICOM for CTAF. It provides some insight into potential pitfalls for the unwary when monitoring 122.80 in a CTAF environment.
Recommended Scenery
FSX / P3D
Required for Destination YLEA - Alan Blencowe's Complete Scenery Collection ORBX Perth Jandakot [YPJT] ORBX Australia ANTS AUSSIE AIRPORTS OZX 3.5 AU Scenery OZX Libraries 1.2 (required for all OZX scenery) X-Plane 10/11
Bazz's Australian and PNG Scenery for X-Plane Voz1.8 (Vista Australis) for X-Plane Jandakot Aerodrome
Jandakot Aerodrome services general aviation aircraft located in close proximity to Perth Internation Airport and Pearce Airbase further to the north.
For this flight we depart Jandakot to the north and track the VFR Route 4 along the coast to our destination of Leeman. For the purposes of this flight it will be assumed Pearce restricted airspace R146A is active will and require the use of VFR 1/VFR 2 to avoid infringing the airspace.
Scenery limitations
Jandakot recently underwent some changes when the 12/30 runway was extended. Any documentation at Air Services Australia in recent AIRACs will reflect these changes. Sadly, simulation scenery for P3D/FSX and X-Plane has failed to keep pace. Both simulations still depict Jandakot as displayed in the accompanying CASA manuevring chart displayed below.
Airport Diagram is extracted from CASA Jandakot manoeuvring area map
Circuit Directions
Note : Circuit runway 24L/06R is only available when ATC is active
Tower Active
RWY 06L - Left RWY 06R - Right RWY 24L - Left RWY 24R - Right RWY 12 - Left RWY 30 - Left ATC may at their discretion alter these. Also, when parallel operations are in progress, there may be one tower dedicated to the circuit runway 06R/24L as well as a tower dedicated to the main 06L/24R runway. Check with Jandakot ATIS pior to starting. Tower Inactive
RWY 06L - Right RWY 12 - Left RWY 24R - Left RWY 30 - Left RWY 24L/06R - Unavailable Frequencies
CTAF : 118.10 TWR : 118.10 / 119.40 SMC : 124.30 ATIS : 128.65 / 281 NDB : JT 281.0 Flight Details
JANDAKOT [YPJT] Takeoff
elev : 99
rwy : 12/30 06R/24L 06L/24R asphalt
CTAF : 118.10
NDB : JT JANDAKOT 281.0
IF ATC ACTIVE CALL - '[AIRCRAFT TYPE][CALLSIGN] [NORTHERN APRON|CENTRAL APRON|SOUTHERN APRON] REQUEST TAXI RUNWAY [DUTY RUNWAY] VFR DEPARTURE VIA Fremantle Golf Course'
At the hold point of the duty runway - "Ready hold point [DUTY RUNWAY] received [ATIS ID] for departure via Fremantle Golf Course [#]Persons On Board"
LANCELIN ISLAND Overfly - Coastal via VFR.4 D-72
SOUTH MARKER [SOUTH] Overfly - VFR.1 D-9
NORTH MARKER [NORTH] Overfly - VFR.1 D-11
CERVANTES [YCVS] T&G - VFR.1 D-20
(Scenery not depicted in P3D)
elev : 9
rwy : 16/34 dirt
CTAF : 122.80
NAMBUNG [NAMBU] Overfly - VFR.2 D-9
JURIEN BAY [YJUR] Overfly - VFR.1 D-18
(Scenery not depicted in P3D)
LEEMAN [YLEA] Land - H-351° D-20
elev : 14
rwy : 02/20 13/31 dirt
CTAF : 122.80
PERTH Visual Navigation Chart (VNC)
JANDAKOT Visual Terminal Chart (VTC)
Event Details
Simulation Date/Time : Current date set to daylight.
Weather : Real World / Fair weather if real world is unsuitable for VFR operations.
Distance : 215 nm
Est Flight Time : approx 80 mins
Aircraft : Single or twin engine aircraft such as Beechcraft King Air, Pilatus PC12 or similar capable of 195 to 215 kias.
Altitude : Below Perth CTA steps and remain clear of Pearce Restricted Airspace
Flightplan
File as : YLEA YMOA YWOH YGOM YNHM MUE CDM BRIC FDL YPJT
GPS Flightplan is available for FSX, P3D, FS2020 as a 'pln' file and X-Plane as an 'fms' file. The original Plan-G flightplan is also included for those that find this useful. These are all enclosed within a Zip archive.
Navigation : Pilots familiar with the area can navigate visually, for those less familiar the accompanying GPS Flightplan is the recommended method of navigating the flight plan.
Communications
Australia uses CTAF (Common Traffic Advisory Frequency) for radio comms at uncontrolled airfields. Now that VATSIM has introduced AFV (Audio For VATSIM) CTAF can now be used across all VATSIM approved pilot clients. Pilots are requested to tune to the published frequency as detailed in the flight details for an event when operating in or around an aerodome to make and monitor CTAF broadcasts. Pilots should also be aware that it is a VATSIM COC (Code of Conduct) requirement that all pilots at uncontrolled airfields should monitor Unicom (Australia 122.80). It is highly recommended that pilots ensure that at least one of their "on board" COM radios (COM 2 being the most likely) is tuned to receive unicom transmissions in addition to transmitting and receiving on the published CTAF frequency. Please Note. All pilots should also be vigilant regarding the receipt of text on both unicom and CTAF. If it is discovered there is a pilot participating that is unable to receive voice transmissions, pilots should arrange to also broadcast via text to ensure those pilots without the benefit of voice is able to receive appropriate broadcasts. VATSIM provides an update guide for getting AFV working on each of the approved pilot clients.
Pilots also should read this post regarding the implications of using VATSIM UNICOM for CTAF. It provides some insight into potential pitfalls for the unwary when monitoring 122.80 in a CTAF environment.
Recommended Scenery
FSX / P3D
Required for Departure Airport YLEA - Alan Blencowe's Complete Scenery Collection ORBX Perth Jandakot [YPJT] ORBX Australia ANTS AUSSIE AIRPORTS OZX 3.5 AU Scenery OZX Libraries 1.2 (required for all OZX scenery) X-Plane 10/11
Bazz's Australian and PNG Scenery for X-Plane Voz1.8 (Vista Australis) for X-Plane Jandakot Aerodrome
Jandakot Aerodrome services general aviation aircraft located in close proximity to Perth Internation Airport and Pearce Airbase further to the north.
Scenery limitations
Jandakot recently underwent some changes when the 12/30 runway was extended. Any documentation at Air Services Australia in recent AIRACs will reflect these changes. Sadly, simulation scenery for P3D/FSX and X-Plane has failed to keep pace. Both simulations still depict Jandakot as displayed in the accompanying CASA manuevring chart displayed below.
Airport Diagram is extracted from CASA Jandakot manoeuvring area map
Circuit Directions
Note : Circuit runway 24L/06R is only available when ATC is active
Tower Active
RWY 06L - Left RWY 06R - Right RWY 24L - Left RWY 24R - Right RWY 12 - Left RWY 30 - Left ATC may at their discretion alter these. Also, when parallel operations are in progress, there may be one tower dedicated to the circuit runway 06R/24L as well as a tower dedicated to the main 06L/24R runway. Check with Jandakot ATIS. Tower Inactive
RWY 06L - Right RWY 12 - Left RWY 24R - Left RWY 30 - Left RWY 24L/06R - Unavailable Frequencies
CTAF : 118.10 TWR : 118.10 / 119.40 SMC : 124.30 ATIS : 128.65 / 281 NDB : JT 281.0 Flight Details
LEEMAN [YLEA] Takeoff
elev : 14
rwy : 02/20 13/31 dirt
CTAF : 122.80
MOORA [YMOA] T&G - H-131° D-67
elev : 662
rwy : 02/20 03/21 grass
rwy : 12/30 dirt
CTAF : 122.80
WONGAN HILLS [YWOH] T&G - H-108° D-40
(Scenery not depicted in P3D)
elev : 1054
rwy : 07/25 asphalt
rwy : 1/19 12/30 grass
CTAF : 122.80
GOOMALLING [YGOM] T&G - H-165° D-30
(Scenery not depicted in P3D)
elev : 825
rwy : 06/24 dirt
CTAF : 122.80
NORTHAM ARMY BASE [YNHM] T&G - H-217° D-24
(Scenery not depicted in P3D)
elev : 963
rwy : 17/35 dirt
CTAF : 122.80
MOUNT DALE [MUE] Overfly - H-213° D-32
CANNING DAM [CDM] Overfly - H-259° D-9
BRICK WORKS [BRIC] Overfly - H-264° D-6
*** Inbound reporting point ***
IF TWR ACTIVE CALL [AIRCRAFT TYPE][CALLSIGN] BRICK WORKS 1500 RECEIVED INFORMATION [ATIS IDENTIFIER] INBOUND
DO NOT PROCEED INTO JANDAKOT UNTIL TWR RESPONDS WITH FURTHER INSTRUCTIONS
FORRESTDALE LAKE [FDL] Overfly - H-276° D-4
JANDAKOT [YPJT] Land - H-328° D-5
elev : 99
rwy : 12/30 06R/24L 06L/24R asphalt
CTAF : 118.10
NDB : JT JANDAKOT 281.0
PERTH Visual Navigation Chart (VNC)
JANDAKOT Visual Terminal Chart (VTC)
Simulation Date/Time : Current date set to daylight.
Weather : Real World / Fair weather if real world is unsuitable for VFR operations.
Distance : 215 nm
Est Flight Time : approx 80 mins
Aircraft : Single or twin engine aircraft such as Beechcraft King Air, Pilatus PC12 or similar capable of 195 to 215 kias.
Altitude : Below Perth CTA steps and remain clear of Pearce Restricted Airspace
Flightplan
File as : YLEA YMOA YWOH YGOM YNHM MUE CDM BRIC FDL YPJT
GPS Flightplan is available for FSX, P3D, FS2020 as a 'pln' file and X-Plane as an 'fms' file. The original Plan-G flightplan is also included for those that find this useful. These are all enclosed within a Zip archive.
Navigation : Pilots familiar with the area can navigate visually, for those less familiar the accompanying GPS Flightplan is the recommended method of navigating the flight plan.
Communications
Australia uses CTAF (Common Traffic Advisory Frequency) for radio comms at uncontrolled airfields. Now that VATSIM has introduced AFV (Audio For VATSIM) CTAF can now be used across all VATSIM approved pilot clients. Pilots are requested to tune to the published frequency as detailed in the flight details for an event when operating in or around an aerodome to make and monitor CTAF broadcasts. Pilots should also be aware that it is a VATSIM COC (Code of Conduct) requirement that all pilots at uncontrolled airfields should monitor Unicom (Australia 122.80). It is highly recommended that pilots ensure that at least one of their "on board" COM radios (COM 2 being the most likely) is tuned to receive unicom transmissions in addition to transmitting and receiving on the published CTAF frequency. Please Note. All pilots should also be vigilant regarding the receipt of text on both unicom and CTAF. If it is discovered there is a pilot participating that is unable to receive voice transmissions, pilots should arrange to also broadcast via text to ensure those pilots without the benefit of voice is able to receive appropriate broadcasts. VATSIM provides an update guide for getting AFV working on each of the approved pilot clients.
Pilots also should read this post regarding the implications of using VATSIM UNICOM for CTAF. It provides some insight into potential pitfalls for the unwary when monitoring 122.80 in a CTAF environment.
Recommended Scenery
FSX / P3D
Required for Departure Airport YLEA - Alan Blencowe's Complete Scenery Collection ORBX Perth Jandakot [YPJT] ORBX Australia ANTS AUSSIE AIRPORTS OZX 3.5 AU Scenery OZX Libraries 1.2 (required for all OZX scenery) X-Plane 10/11
Bazz's Australian and PNG Scenery for X-Plane Voz1.8 (Vista Australis) for X-Plane Jandakot Aerodrome
Jandakot Aerodrome services general aviation aircraft located in close proximity to Perth Internation Airport and Pearce Airbase further to the north.
Scenery limitations
Jandakot recently underwent some changes when the 12/30 runway was extended. Any documentation at Air Services Australia in recent AIRACs will reflect these changes. Sadly, simulation scenery for P3D/FSX and X-Plane has failed to keep pace. Both simulations still depict Jandakot as displayed in the accompanying CASA manuevring chart displayed below.
Airport Diagram is extracted from CASA Jandakot manoeuvring area map
Circuit Directions
Note : Circuit runway 24L/06R is only available when ATC is active
Tower Active
RWY 06L - Left RWY 06R - Right RWY 24L - Left RWY 24R - Right RWY 12 - Left RWY 30 - Left ATC may at their discretion alter these. Also, when parallel operations are in progress, there may be one tower dedicated to the circuit runway 06R/24L as well as a tower dedicated to the main 06L/24R runway. Check with Jandakot ATIS. Tower Inactive
RWY 06L - Right RWY 12 - Left RWY 24R - Left RWY 30 - Left RWY 24L/06R - Unavailable Frequencies
CTAF : 118.10 TWR : 118.10 / 119.40 SMC : 124.30 ATIS : 128.65 / 281 NDB : JT 281.0 Flight Details
LEEMAN [YLEA] Takeoff
elev : 14
rwy : 02/20 13/31 dirt
CTAF : 122.80
MOORA [YMOA] T&G - H-131° D-67
elev : 662
rwy : 02/20 03/21 grass
rwy : 12/30 dirt
CTAF : 122.80
WONGAN HILLS [YWOH] T&G - H-108° D-40
(Scenery not depicted in P3D)
elev : 1054
rwy : 07/25 asphalt
rwy : 1/19 12/30 grass
CTAF : 122.80
GOOMALLING [YGOM] T&G - H-165° D-30
(Scenery not depicted in P3D)
elev : 825
rwy : 06/24 dirt
CTAF : 122.80
NORTHAM ARMY BASE [YNHM] T&G - H-217° D-24
(Scenery not depicted in P3D)
elev : 963
rwy : 17/35 dirt
CTAF : 122.80
MOUNT DALE [MUE] Overfly - H-213° D-32
CANNING DAM [CDM] Overfly - H-259° D-9
BRICK WORKS [BRIC] Overfly - H-264° D-6
*** Inbound reporting point ***
IF TWR ACTIVE CALL [AIRCRAFT TYPE][CALLSIGN] BRICK WORKS 1500 RECEIVED INFORMATION [ATIS IDENTIFIER] INBOUND
DO NOT PROCEED INTO JANDAKOT UNTIL TWR RESPONDS WITH FURTHER INSTRUCTIONS
FORRESTDALE LAKE [FDL] Overfly - H-276° D-4
JANDAKOT [YPJT] Land - H-328° D-5
elev : 99
rwy : 12/30 06R/24L 06L/24R asphalt
CTAF : 118.10
NDB : JT JANDAKOT 281.0
PERTH Visual Navigation Chart (VNC)
JANDAKOT Visual Terminal Chart (VTC)
It is that time of the month again! VATPAC invites you to attend the next instalment of Milk Run Monday! This week we are heading to Western Australia!
Fly between Perth International Airport (YPPH) and Broome International Airport (YBRM) between 0730z - 1130z with the expectation of full ATC services throughout the event!
Traffic for these events tends to build at around 6 PM AEDT and tends to peak from 8-9 PM AEDT. ATC Positions will be scarce! Float around the discord if you are available to control and we may even open some Non-Standard ENR & TMA Splits for you all to enjoy!
Routes:
Here are the recommended routes for you to fly during this event! Remember, you are more than welcome to fly to any airport in between!
YPPH - YBRM: PH AMANA Y31 KAPNI BRM
YBRM - YPPH: BRM BUDLO Q38 JULIM PH
ATC:
Prefer to control during this event? Positions are often scarce, so be sure to float around on the discord to check when positions become available! Remember there are non-standard positions that can be opened should you be looking to join in on the fun (see a C3 or Senior Staff Member for authorisation to open them!!!) - Non-Standard Positions are noted with * beside the callsign.
Login Identifier: Radio Callsign: Frequency: BRM_GND Broome Ground 121.700 BRM_TWR Broome Tower 126.000 BN-TRT_CTR Brisbane Centre 133.200 ML-ORE_CTR Melbourne Centre 127.000 ML-BIL_CTR* Melbourne Centre 132.000 ML-ESP_CTR Melbourne Centre 123.950 PH_APP Perth Approach 123.600 PH_DEP* Perth Departures 118.700 PH_TWR Perth Tower 127.400 PH_GND Perth Ground 121.700 PH_DEL Perth Delivery 118.550 Scenery:
YPPH - Perth International Airport
Payware - MFSG (FSX/P3D)
Freeware - AVSIM (FSX)
Freeware - Gateway (xPlane)
YBRM - Broome International Airport
Payware - ORBX (FSX/P3D)
Freeware - Kym Burton (FSX/P3D)
Freeware - Xplane Gateway (Xplane)
Fly between Perth International Airport (YPPH) and Broome International Airport (YBRM) between 0730z - 1130z with the expectation of full ATC services throughout the event!
Traffic for these events tends to build at around 6 PM AEDT and tends to peak from 8-9 PM AEDT. ATC Positions will be scarce! Float around the discord if you are available to control and we may even open some Non-Standard ENR & TMA Splits for you all to enjoy!
Routes:
Here are the recommended routes for you to fly during this event! Remember, you are more than welcome to fly to any airport in between!
YPPH - YBRM: PH AMANA Y31 KAPNI BRM
YBRM - YPPH: BRM BUDLO Q38 JULIM PH
ATC:
Prefer to control during this event? Positions are often scarce, so be sure to float around on the discord to check when positions become available! Remember there are non-standard positions that can be opened should you be looking to join in on the fun (see a C3 or Senior Staff Member for authorisation to open them!!!) - Non-Standard Positions are noted with * beside the callsign.
Login Identifier: Radio Callsign: Frequency: BRM_GND Broome Ground 121.700 BRM_TWR Broome Tower 126.000 BN-TRT_CTR Brisbane Centre 133.200 ML-ORE_CTR Melbourne Centre 127.000 ML-BIL_CTR* Melbourne Centre 132.000 ML-ESP_CTR Melbourne Centre 123.950 PH_APP Perth Approach 123.600 PH_DEP* Perth Departures 118.700 PH_TWR Perth Tower 127.400 PH_GND Perth Ground 121.700 PH_DEL Perth Delivery 118.550 Scenery:
YPPH - Perth International Airport
Payware - MFSG (FSX/P3D)
Freeware - AVSIM (FSX)
Freeware - Gateway (xPlane)
YBRM - Broome International Airport
Payware - ORBX (FSX/P3D)
Freeware - Kym Burton (FSX/P3D)
Freeware - Xplane Gateway (Xplane)
This Weeks Flight on 28th October 2020 finds us in Japan. The main reason for this flight is as an introduction to some of the new MSFS2020 scenery for Japan however the flight is not restricted to that platform. This flight will be a scenic tour around the famous Mount Fuji with some touch and goes. The flight should be acceptably scenic in all simulators.
Scenery Suggested:
With the plethora of simulation platforms now being flown it has become tedious to make scenery recommendations so scenery is left to the choice of each pilot.
Most flights in X-plane 11 will also benefit from improved mesh which can be obtained from https://www.alpilotx.net/ There is HD and UHD available depending on region. Just check each download page and locate the relevant tile/co-ordinate, download and install as usual. Ensure that the mesh folder is placed in the correct order at bottom of Scenery_packs.ini file.
Aircraft Suggested: Any capable of 140 kias
Comms: Unicom 122.80 unless instructed by ATC
Flight Details: LINK
Weather: Real time weather, fair weather if conditions are not suitable.
Flight Plan:(RJNH-RJTE)< Just click on this link for Flight Plan for .png, .plg and .fms
Scenery Suggested:
With the plethora of simulation platforms now being flown it has become tedious to make scenery recommendations so scenery is left to the choice of each pilot.
Most flights in X-plane 11 will also benefit from improved mesh which can be obtained from https://www.alpilotx.net/ There is HD and UHD available depending on region. Just check each download page and locate the relevant tile/co-ordinate, download and install as usual. Ensure that the mesh folder is placed in the correct order at bottom of Scenery_packs.ini file.
Aircraft Suggested: Any capable of 140 kias
Comms: Unicom 122.80 unless instructed by ATC
Flight Details: LINK
Weather: Real time weather, fair weather if conditions are not suitable.
Flight Plan:(RJNH-RJTE)< Just click on this link for Flight Plan for .png, .plg and .fms
Event Details
Simulation Date/Time : Current date set to daylight.
Weather : Real World / Fair weather if real world is unsuitable for VFR operations.
Distance : 138 nm
Est Flight Time : approx 75 mins
Aircraft : Single or twin engine aircraft such as Cessna 172 or similar capable of 105 to 125 kias.
Altitude : Upto A9500
Flightplan
File as : YHBA GOODWIN DUNDATHU YMYB YBIN YGAY YMDA YESD YMTO
GPS Flightplan is available for FSX, P3D, FS2020 as a 'pln' file and X-Plane as an 'fms' file. The original Plan-G flightplan is also included for those that find this useful. These are all enclosed within a Zip archive.
Navigation : Pilots familiar with the area can navigate visually, for those less familiar the accompanying GPS Flightplan is the recommended method of navigating the flight plan.
Communications
Australia uses CTAF (Common Traffic Advisory Frequency) for radio comms at uncontrolled airfields. Now that VATSIM has introduced AFV (Audio For VATSIM) CTAF can now be used across all VATSIM approved pilot clients. Pilots are requested to tune to the published frequency as detailed in the flight details for an event when operating in or around an aerodome to make and monitor CTAF broadcasts. Pilots should also be aware that it is a VATSIM COC (Code of Conduct) requirement that all pilots at uncontrolled airfields should monitor Unicom (Australia 122.80). It is highly recommended that pilots ensure that at least one of their "on board" COM radios (COM 2 being the most likely) is tuned to receive unicom transmissions in addition to transmitting and receiving on the published CTAF frequency. Please Note. All pilots should also be vigilant regarding the receipt of text on both unicom and CTAF. If it is discovered there is a pilot participating that is unable to receive voice transmissions, pilots should arrange to also broadcast via text to ensure those pilots without the benefit of voice is able to receive appropriate broadcasts. VATSIM provides an update guide for getting AFV working on each of the approved pilot clients.
Pilots also should read this post regarding the implications of using VATSIM UNICOM for CTAF. It provides some insight into potential pitfalls for the unwary when monitoring 122.80 in a CTAF environment.
Recommended Scenery
FSX / P3D
ORBX Australia ANTS AUSSIE AIRPORTS OZX 3.5 AU Scenery OZX Libraries 1.2 (required for all OZX scenery) X-Plane 10/11
Bazz's Australian and PNG Scenery for X-Plane Flight Details
HERVEY BAY [YHBA] Takeoff
elev : 60
rwy : 11/29 asphalt
CTAF : 126.55
GOODWIN FIELD T&G - H-213° D-5
(Scenery not depicted in X-Plane)
elev : 3
rwy : 09/27 18/36 grass
CTAF : 122.80
DUNDATHU T&G - H-209° D-7
(Scenery not depicted in X-Plane)
elev : 10
rwy : 15/33 04/22 grass
CTAF : 122.80
MARYBOROUGH [YMYB] T&G - H-192° D-3
elev : 38
rwy : 17/35 asphalt
rwy : 12/30 grass
CTAF : 126.55
BIGGENDON [YBIN] T&G - H-258° D-36
(Scenery not depicted in P3D)
elev : 388
rwy : 4/22 grass
CTAF : 122.80
GAYNDAH [YGAY] T&G - H-245° D-24
elev : 372
rwy : 06/24 asphalt
CTAF : 126.70
MUNDUBBERA [YMDA] T&G - H-263° D-17
elev : 400
rwy : 17/35 dirt
CTAF : 126.70
EIDSVOLD [YESD] T&G - H-311° D-18
elev : 869
rwy : 16/34 dirt
CTAF : 126.70
MONTO [YMTO] Land - H-348° D-29
elev : 757
rwy : 16/34 asphalt
CTAF : 126.70
Area VNC
Simulation Date/Time : Current date set to daylight.
Weather : Real World / Fair weather if real world is unsuitable for VFR operations.
Distance : 138 nm
Est Flight Time : approx 75 mins
Aircraft : Single or twin engine aircraft such as Cessna 172 or similar capable of 105 to 125 kias.
Altitude : Upto A9500
Flightplan
File as : YHBA GOODWIN DUNDATHU YMYB YBIN YGAY YMDA YESD YMTO
GPS Flightplan is available for FSX, P3D, FS2020 as a 'pln' file and X-Plane as an 'fms' file. The original Plan-G flightplan is also included for those that find this useful. These are all enclosed within a Zip archive.
Navigation : Pilots familiar with the area can navigate visually, for those less familiar the accompanying GPS Flightplan is the recommended method of navigating the flight plan.
Communications
Australia uses CTAF (Common Traffic Advisory Frequency) for radio comms at uncontrolled airfields. Now that VATSIM has introduced AFV (Audio For VATSIM) CTAF can now be used across all VATSIM approved pilot clients. Pilots are requested to tune to the published frequency as detailed in the flight details for an event when operating in or around an aerodome to make and monitor CTAF broadcasts. Pilots should also be aware that it is a VATSIM COC (Code of Conduct) requirement that all pilots at uncontrolled airfields should monitor Unicom (Australia 122.80). It is highly recommended that pilots ensure that at least one of their "on board" COM radios (COM 2 being the most likely) is tuned to receive unicom transmissions in addition to transmitting and receiving on the published CTAF frequency. Please Note. All pilots should also be vigilant regarding the receipt of text on both unicom and CTAF. If it is discovered there is a pilot participating that is unable to receive voice transmissions, pilots should arrange to also broadcast via text to ensure those pilots without the benefit of voice is able to receive appropriate broadcasts. VATSIM provides an update guide for getting AFV working on each of the approved pilot clients.
Pilots also should read this post regarding the implications of using VATSIM UNICOM for CTAF. It provides some insight into potential pitfalls for the unwary when monitoring 122.80 in a CTAF environment.
Recommended Scenery
FSX / P3D
ORBX Australia ANTS AUSSIE AIRPORTS OZX 3.5 AU Scenery OZX Libraries 1.2 (required for all OZX scenery) X-Plane 10/11
Bazz's Australian and PNG Scenery for X-Plane Flight Details
HERVEY BAY [YHBA] Takeoff
elev : 60
rwy : 11/29 asphalt
CTAF : 126.55
GOODWIN FIELD T&G - H-213° D-5
(Scenery not depicted in X-Plane)
elev : 3
rwy : 09/27 18/36 grass
CTAF : 122.80
DUNDATHU T&G - H-209° D-7
(Scenery not depicted in X-Plane)
elev : 10
rwy : 15/33 04/22 grass
CTAF : 122.80
MARYBOROUGH [YMYB] T&G - H-192° D-3
elev : 38
rwy : 17/35 asphalt
rwy : 12/30 grass
CTAF : 126.55
BIGGENDON [YBIN] T&G - H-258° D-36
(Scenery not depicted in P3D)
elev : 388
rwy : 4/22 grass
CTAF : 122.80
GAYNDAH [YGAY] T&G - H-245° D-24
elev : 372
rwy : 06/24 asphalt
CTAF : 126.70
MUNDUBBERA [YMDA] T&G - H-263° D-17
elev : 400
rwy : 17/35 dirt
CTAF : 126.70
EIDSVOLD [YESD] T&G - H-311° D-18
elev : 869
rwy : 16/34 dirt
CTAF : 126.70
MONTO [YMTO] Land - H-348° D-29
elev : 757
rwy : 16/34 asphalt
CTAF : 126.70
Area VNC
Welcome back to one of VATPAC's newest events - East Coast Connect! Whether you like to fly IFR in a commercial jet or small turboprop, or VFR in a smaller private aircraft, this is the event for you. Enjoy the beautiful scenery that NSW and the Gold Coast offer within your simulators!
What is East Coast Connect?
East Coast Connect is a new event that offers two different types of events every four weeks. Running every second Saturday, the first round is a connection between Brisbane, Sydney and the Gold Coast. In the second round, we connect Brisbane & Cairns!
Pilots can expect ATC to be online between the nominated airfields from 0730z - 1130z!
ATC can expect to apply their sequencing skills to generate a pleasant flow of traffic between the nominated airfields.
East Coast Connect occurs every second Saturday. In the event a major event occurs on the same day, East Coast Connect will not run. Keep an eye out on the VATPAC Event Announcements for future renditions of this event!
Routes:
This week, we are flying between Brisbane International Airport (YBBN) and Cairns international Airport (YBCS)
We recommend the following routes for you to fly during this event; however, you are more than welcome to fly to different aerodromes within the coverage area!
YBBN -> YBCS:
BN BIXAD Q67 UPOLO CS
YBCS -> YBBN:
CS SWIFT Y177 SMOKA BN
ATC:
The positions below will be available to be rostered. Should a position not be filled by the roster, then anyone is permitted to log on and fill that position. To be rostered for this event, click Here.
Login Identifier: Radio Callsign: Frequency: CS_DEL Cairns Delivery 128.750 CS_GND Cairns Ground 121.700 CS_TWR
CS_APP Cairns Tower
Cairns Approach 124.900
118.400 BN_DEL Brisbane Delivery 118.850 BN_GND Brisbane Ground 119.900 BN_TWR Brisbane Tower 120.500 BN_APP Brisbane Approach 124.700 BN-TBP_CTR Brisbane Centre 120.550 BN-DOS_CTR Brisbane Centre 135.600 Non-Standard positions will be available for opening depending on traffic levels. They may only be opened once all of the rostered positions are filled. Please see a member of the Board of Directors, or a C3 rated controller to be granted permission to open a non-standard position.
Rostering Trial:
During September & October, the events team will be trialling a rostering system for this event. The roster will be released on the Wednesday before the event. Positions that are not rostered (i.e. no controller assigned on the position) will remain free for all controllers available on the day to control.
Controllers who wish to reserve a position to control during this event are encouraged to apply via https://events.vatpac.org/. After the controller roster is released on Wednesday evening, no controllers will be added to the roster.
Feedback about this trial can be directed to [email protected] or via https://feedback.vatpac.org/.
Scenery:
Brisbane International Airport (YBBN):
Payware - ORBX (FSX/P3D)
Freeware - AVSIM (FSX/P3D)
Cairns International Airport (YBCS):
Payware - ORBX (FSX/P3D)
Freeware - AVSIM (FSX/P3D)
Freeware - FSClips (xPlane)
MISC - Miscellaneous Items:
Payware - AUSv2 (FSX/P3D) *Required by ORBX Airports*
Do you have feedback for this event? Feel free to send your thoughts to events.vatpac.org.
What is East Coast Connect?
East Coast Connect is a new event that offers two different types of events every four weeks. Running every second Saturday, the first round is a connection between Brisbane, Sydney and the Gold Coast. In the second round, we connect Brisbane & Cairns!
Pilots can expect ATC to be online between the nominated airfields from 0730z - 1130z!
ATC can expect to apply their sequencing skills to generate a pleasant flow of traffic between the nominated airfields.
East Coast Connect occurs every second Saturday. In the event a major event occurs on the same day, East Coast Connect will not run. Keep an eye out on the VATPAC Event Announcements for future renditions of this event!
Routes:
This week, we are flying between Brisbane International Airport (YBBN) and Cairns international Airport (YBCS)
We recommend the following routes for you to fly during this event; however, you are more than welcome to fly to different aerodromes within the coverage area!
YBBN -> YBCS:
BN BIXAD Q67 UPOLO CS
YBCS -> YBBN:
CS SWIFT Y177 SMOKA BN
ATC:
The positions below will be available to be rostered. Should a position not be filled by the roster, then anyone is permitted to log on and fill that position. To be rostered for this event, click Here.
Login Identifier: Radio Callsign: Frequency: CS_DEL Cairns Delivery 128.750 CS_GND Cairns Ground 121.700 CS_TWR
CS_APP Cairns Tower
Cairns Approach 124.900
118.400 BN_DEL Brisbane Delivery 118.850 BN_GND Brisbane Ground 119.900 BN_TWR Brisbane Tower 120.500 BN_APP Brisbane Approach 124.700 BN-TBP_CTR Brisbane Centre 120.550 BN-DOS_CTR Brisbane Centre 135.600 Non-Standard positions will be available for opening depending on traffic levels. They may only be opened once all of the rostered positions are filled. Please see a member of the Board of Directors, or a C3 rated controller to be granted permission to open a non-standard position.
Rostering Trial:
During September & October, the events team will be trialling a rostering system for this event. The roster will be released on the Wednesday before the event. Positions that are not rostered (i.e. no controller assigned on the position) will remain free for all controllers available on the day to control.
Controllers who wish to reserve a position to control during this event are encouraged to apply via https://events.vatpac.org/. After the controller roster is released on Wednesday evening, no controllers will be added to the roster.
Feedback about this trial can be directed to [email protected] or via https://feedback.vatpac.org/.
Scenery:
Brisbane International Airport (YBBN):
Payware - ORBX (FSX/P3D)
Freeware - AVSIM (FSX/P3D)
Cairns International Airport (YBCS):
Payware - ORBX (FSX/P3D)
Freeware - AVSIM (FSX/P3D)
Freeware - FSClips (xPlane)
MISC - Miscellaneous Items:
Payware - AUSv2 (FSX/P3D) *Required by ORBX Airports*
Do you have feedback for this event? Feel free to send your thoughts to events.vatpac.org.
WorldFlight 2020
It's that time of year again!
What is WorldFlight?
WorldFlight is one of the longest running events on VATSIM to date. It's a week long event with plenty of aircraft who make their way from Sydney, around the world and back again, all in the name of charity. Aircraft will depart Sydney on the 1st at 8:00am AEDT (2100z) and arrive a week later on the 7th at 8:35pm AEDT (0935z). With full ATC along the way, all VATSIM members are invited along to join in from home.
For more information on WorldFlight or to make a donation, please head to the WorldFlight website.
https://www.worldflight.com.au/
ATC requirements
Although World Flight has a team of Global controllers to mange the traffic on the legs outside of for the rest of the world, who may not have the active controllers to manage the traffic, VATPAC is looking for controllers available for the departure and arrival days to manage the traffic within our airspace.
ATC applications
To apply for ATC please find the applications page below.
https://events.vatpac.org/worldflight-2020-outbound
https://events.vatpac.org/worldflight-2020-inbound
Pilot Briefings
Pilot briefings will be provided on the above links and throughout NOTAM's on the forums. Please keep your eyes peeled!
It's that time of year again!
What is WorldFlight?
WorldFlight is one of the longest running events on VATSIM to date. It's a week long event with plenty of aircraft who make their way from Sydney, around the world and back again, all in the name of charity. Aircraft will depart Sydney on the 1st at 8:00am AEDT (2100z) and arrive a week later on the 7th at 8:35pm AEDT (0935z). With full ATC along the way, all VATSIM members are invited along to join in from home.
For more information on WorldFlight or to make a donation, please head to the WorldFlight website.
https://www.worldflight.com.au/
ATC requirements
Although World Flight has a team of Global controllers to mange the traffic on the legs outside of for the rest of the world, who may not have the active controllers to manage the traffic, VATPAC is looking for controllers available for the departure and arrival days to manage the traffic within our airspace.
ATC applications
To apply for ATC please find the applications page below.
https://events.vatpac.org/worldflight-2020-outbound
https://events.vatpac.org/worldflight-2020-inbound
Pilot Briefings
Pilot briefings will be provided on the above links and throughout NOTAM's on the forums. Please keep your eyes peeled!
It is once again that time of the year!
VATPAC invites you to join the Outbound Leg of WorldFlight 2020, a week-long event travelling around the world raising funds for the Royal Flying Doctor Service (RFDS). Aircraft will depart Sydney on the 1st at 8:00 am AEDT (2100z) and arrive a week later on the 7th at 8:35 pm AEDT (0935z). With full ATC along the way, all VATSIM members are invited along to join in from home.
For more information on WorldFlight or to make a donation, please head to the WorldFlight website.
Pilot & Controller Information:
Documentation for both Pilots and Controller will be released for WorldFlight Outbound and Inbound Legs within VATPAC Airspace. This document will cover all information required by Pilots and Controllers when operating each WorldFlight Leg within VATPAC Airspace. Watch this space and find it below when it is released on Friday 30th October 2020.
ATC Applications:
The roster for the Outbound Leg has already been released. The roster can be found below!
https://events.vatpac.org/worldflight-2020-outbound
Scenery:
YSSY - Sydney International Airport:
Payware - FlyTampa v2 (FSX/P3D)
Freeware - AVSIM (FSX/P3D)
Freeware - ISDG (xPlane)
YPAD - Adelaide International Airport:
Payware - AUSCENE 2 (FSX/P3D)
Freeware - AusFS (FSX/P3D)
Freeware - ISDG (xPlane)
YPPH - Perth International Airport
Payware - MFSG (FSX/P3D)
Freeware - AVSIM (FSX)
Freeware - Gateway (xPlane)
YPPD - Port Headland Airport
Freeware - AVSIM (FSX)
VATPAC invites you to join the Outbound Leg of WorldFlight 2020, a week-long event travelling around the world raising funds for the Royal Flying Doctor Service (RFDS). Aircraft will depart Sydney on the 1st at 8:00 am AEDT (2100z) and arrive a week later on the 7th at 8:35 pm AEDT (0935z). With full ATC along the way, all VATSIM members are invited along to join in from home.
For more information on WorldFlight or to make a donation, please head to the WorldFlight website.
Pilot & Controller Information:
Documentation for both Pilots and Controller will be released for WorldFlight Outbound and Inbound Legs within VATPAC Airspace. This document will cover all information required by Pilots and Controllers when operating each WorldFlight Leg within VATPAC Airspace. Watch this space and find it below when it is released on Friday 30th October 2020.
ATC Applications:
The roster for the Outbound Leg has already been released. The roster can be found below!
https://events.vatpac.org/worldflight-2020-outbound
Scenery:
YSSY - Sydney International Airport:
Payware - FlyTampa v2 (FSX/P3D)
Freeware - AVSIM (FSX/P3D)
Freeware - ISDG (xPlane)
YPAD - Adelaide International Airport:
Payware - AUSCENE 2 (FSX/P3D)
Freeware - AusFS (FSX/P3D)
Freeware - ISDG (xPlane)
YPPH - Perth International Airport
Payware - MFSG (FSX/P3D)
Freeware - AVSIM (FSX)
Freeware - Gateway (xPlane)
YPPD - Port Headland Airport
Freeware - AVSIM (FSX)
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Upcoming Events
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21 April 2024 09:00 AM Until 10:15 AM
0Simulation Date/Time: Current date set to daylight.
Weather: Real World / Fair weather if real world is unsuitable for VFR operations.
If not using live weather, please be mindful of others who are using live weather and will be taking off and landing into the wind.
Distance: 114 nm
Est Flight Time: approx 75 min
Aircraft: Cessna 172 or similar aircraft capable of 100 kias.
Altitude: Remain in Class G airspace outside Cairns CTR. See waypoint notes below.
Flight plan
File as: YCGO YSMT YHTN ATH YATH LMGE GOV PFRM EDT EARV KOPP MARQ BRIN REDL CBLT SMIF YKS YBCS
GPS flight plan is available for FSX/P3D .pln, MFS2020 .pln, X-Plane .fms and Little Navmap.
Navigation: Pilots are encouraged to navigate visually. For those less familiar the GPS flight plan is the recommended method of navigation.
Communications
Australia uses CTAF (Common Traffic Advisory Frequency) for radio comms at uncontrolled airfields. During an event, Pilots are requested to broadcast intentions on the published CTAF. Pilots should also be aware that it is a VATSIM CoC (Code of Conduct) requirement that all pilots at uncontrolled airfields should monitor UNICOM on 122.800. Pilots should ensure that at least one of their radios (COM 2 being the most likely) is tuned to receive UNICOM transmissions in addition to transmitting and receiving on the published CTAF.
Pilots also should read this post regarding the implications of using VATSIM UNICOM for CTAF. It provides some insight into potential pitfalls for the unwary when monitoring 122.80 in a CTAF environment.
Scenery
Due to the plethora of simulation platforms now being used, scenery is left to the discretion of each pilot.
Flight details
CHILLAGOE [YCGO] Takeoff
elev: 1123
rwy: 17/35 asphalt
CTAF: 126.7
Tune DME to Cairns VOR/DME (CS 113.0)
Not above 8500 ft to 36 DME CS
ALMADEN overfly - visual along the Burke Development Road
SUNNYMOUNT [YSMT] T&G - visual along the Burke Development Road
elev: 1961
rwy: 11/29 grass
CTAF: 126.7
IRVINEBANK overfly - visual along Herberton-Petford Road
HERBERTON [YHTN] T&G - visual along Herberton-Petford Road
elev: 2715
rwy: 16/34 grass
CTAF: 126.7
Not above 6500 ft within 36 DME CS
ATHERTON [ATH] overfly - visual along Atherton-Herberton Road
ATHERTON [YATH] T&G - adjacent VFR waypoint
elev: 2460
rwy: 15/33 grass
CTAF: 126.7
LAKE BARRINE overfly not above 6500 ft - visual along the Gillies Highway
Not above 4500 ft within 22 DME CS
LITTLE MULGRAVE RIVER [LMGE] overfly not above 6500 ft - visual along the Gillies Highway
GORDONVALE [GOV] overfly not above 2500 ft - visual along the Gillies Highway
*** Inbound reporting point ***
Note: Cairns may be controlled top down by Brisbane Centre.
If ATC is active, follow the Western VFR Corridor until instructed to turn base. Remain west of the Bruce Highway/Cairns Western Arterial Road/Captain Cook Highway.
Not above 3500 ft within 12 DME CS
PALM FARM [PFRM] overfly - visual west of the Bruce Highway
Not above 1000 ft within 7 DME CS or as instructed by ATC.
EDMONTON [EDT] overfly - visual west of the Bruce Highway
If ATC is active, do not proceed until given circuit instructions.
If Runway 33 is in use, expect left base after Edmonton.
EARLVILLE [EARV] overfly - visual west of the Bruce Highway
KOPPEN PARK [KOPP] overfly - visual west of the Cairns Western Arterial Road
MARONI'S QUARRY [MARQ] overfly - visual west of the Cairns Western Arterial Road
BRINSMEAD [BRIN] overfly - visual west of the Cairns Western Arterial Road
REDLYNCH [REDL] overfly - visual west of the Cairns Western Arterial Road
CABLEWAY TERMINAL [CBLT] overfly - visual west of the Cairns Western Arterial Road
If Runway 15 is in use, expect right base after Cableway Terminal. Remain west of the Captain Cook Highway until given instructions to turn base.
SMITHFIELD [SMIF] overfly - visual west of the Captain Cook Highway
YORKEYS KNOB [YKS] overfly - visual towards the coast or as directed by ATC
CAIRNS [YBCS] Land - visual along the coast or as directed by ATC
elev: 10
rwy: 15/33 asphalt
TWR: 124.9
VOR/DME: CS 113.0
NDB: CS 364 Charts
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24 April 2024 09:30 AM Until 11:00 AM
0This Weeks Flight for Wednesday 24th April 2024 finds us in the USA flying from Grand Canyon National Park (KGCN) and will follow the might Colorado River and the Grand Canyon to Boulder City (KBVU). There are a number of T&G's along the route at pilot's discretion.Flight created by YMA555
Aircraft: Capable of 150 kias
Comms: Tune Radio to 122.80MHz - Unless Advised by ATC or further detailed hereunder
.Flight Plan: Link
Suggested Altitude: Follow flight plan or just follow the Colorado River
Distance: 199nm
Weather: Real time weather, fair weather if conditions are not suitable for VFR Flying.
Flight Plan:(KGCN-KBVU)< Just click on this link for Flight Plan for .fms and .pln
BELOW: MAP OF ROUTE
THANKS FOR FLYING VATPAC WORLD DISCOVERY FLIGHTS
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26 April 2024 09:00 AM Until 10:15 AM
0Simulation Date/Time: Current date set to daylight.
Weather: Real World / Fair weather if real world is unsuitable for VFR operations.
If not using live weather, please be mindful of others who are using live weather and will be taking off and landing into the wind.
Distance: 140 nm
Est Flight Time: approx 75 min
Aircraft: Cessna 172 or similar aircraft capable of 120 kias.
Altitude: Not above 8500 ft. Suggested 2500 ft.
Flight plan
File as: YWBL CAU YCWO YARA YMBU YBDG
GPS flight plan is available for FSX/P3D .pln, MFS2020 .pln, X-Plane .fms and Little Navmap.
Navigation: Pilots are encouraged to navigate visually. For those less familiar the GPS flight plan is the recommended method of navigation.
Communications
Australia uses CTAF (Common Traffic Advisory Frequency) for radio comms at uncontrolled airfields. During an event, Pilots are requested to broadcast intentions on the published CTAF. Pilots should also be aware that it is a VATSIM CoC (Code of Conduct) requirement that all pilots at uncontrolled airfields should monitor UNICOM on 122.800. Pilots should ensure that at least one of their radios (COM 2 being the most likely) is tuned to receive UNICOM transmissions in addition to transmitting and receiving on the published CTAF.
Pilots also should read this post regarding the implications of using VATSIM UNICOM for CTAF. It provides some insight into potential pitfalls for the unwary when monitoring 122.80 in a CTAF environment.
Scenery
Due to the plethora of simulation platforms now being used, scenery is left to the discretion of each pilot.
Flight details
WARRAMBOOL [YWBL] Takeoff
elev: 242
rwy: 04/22 13/31 asphalt
CTAF: 126.0
CARAMUT [CAU] overfly - visual along Warrnambool-Caramut Road
CHATSWORTH [YCWO] T&G - visual along the Caramut-Chatsworth Road
elev: 628
rwy: 02/20 10/28 grass
CTAF: 126.7
ARARAT [YARA] T&G - visual along Chatsworth-Wickliffe Road and Mortlake-Ararat Road
elev: 1008
rwy: 12/30 asphalt
rwy: 04/22 grass
CTAF: 126.7
MARYBOROUGH [YMBU] T&G - visual along the Pyrenees Highway
elev: 766
rwy: 17/35 asphalt [RH circuit RWY 17]
rwy: 06/24 grass [RH circuit RWY 24]
CTAF: 119.1
LAANECOORIE RESERVOIE overfly - visual along Bendigo-Maryborough Road
BENDIGO [YBDG] Land - visual along Bendigo-Maryborough Road
elev: 710
rwy: 05/23 17/35 asphalt [RH circuit RWY 05 and 35]
CTAF: 119.3 Chart
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28 April 2024 09:00 AM Until 10:15 AM
0Simulation Date/Time: Current date set to daylight.
Weather: Real World / Fair weather if real world is unsuitable for VFR operations.
If not using live weather, please be mindful of others who are using live weather and will be taking off and landing into the wind.
Distance: 145 nm
Est Flight Time: approx 75 min
Aircraft: Cessna 172 or similar aircraft capable of 120 kias.
Altitude: Not above 8500 ft. Suggested 3500 ft.
Flight plan
File as: YBDG YCAL DFD CWK YBLT SKP YDER YWBL
GPS flight plan is available for FSX/P3D .pln, MFS2020 .pln, X-Plane .fms and Little Navmap.
Navigation: Pilots are encouraged to navigate visually. For those less familiar the GPS flight plan is the recommended method of navigation.
Communications
Australia uses CTAF (Common Traffic Advisory Frequency) for radio comms at uncontrolled airfields. During an event, Pilots are requested to broadcast intentions on the published CTAF. Pilots should also be aware that it is a VATSIM CoC (Code of Conduct) requirement that all pilots at uncontrolled airfields should monitor UNICOM on 122.800. Pilots should ensure that at least one of their radios (COM 2 being the most likely) is tuned to receive UNICOM transmissions in addition to transmitting and receiving on the published CTAF.
Pilots also should read this post regarding the implications of using VATSIM UNICOM for CTAF. It provides some insight into potential pitfalls for the unwary when monitoring 122.80 in a CTAF environment.
Scenery
Due to the plethora of simulation platforms now being used, scenery is left to the discretion of each pilot.
Flight details
BENDIGO [YBDG] Takeoff
elev: 710
rwy: 05/23 17/35 asphalt [RH circuit RWY 05 and 35]
CTAF: 119.3
CASTLEMAINE [YCAL] T&G - visual along the Calder Freeway and Midland Highway
elev: 963
rwy: 01/19 10/28 dirt
CTAF: 126.7
DAYLESFORD [DFD] overfly - visual along the Midland Highway
CRESWICK [CWK] overfly - visual along the Midland Highway
BALLARAT [YBLT] T&G - visual along the Pyrenees Highway
elev: 1433
rwy: 05/23 18/36 asphalt [RH circuit RWY 18]
rwy: 13/31 grass [RH circuit RWY 13]
CTAF: 127.75
SKIPTON [SKP] overfly - visual along the Glenelg Highway
LISMORE overfly - visual along Lismore-Skipton Road
DERRINALLUM [YDER] T&G - visual along the Hamilton Highway
elev: 600
rwy: 17/35 grass
CTAF: 126.7
MORTLAKE overfly - visual along the Hamilton Highway
WARRAMBOOL [YWBL] Land - visual along the Hopkins Highway
elev: 242
rwy: 04/22 13/31 asphalt
CTAF: 126.0 Chart
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29 April 2024 06:00 AM Until 12:00 PM
0It’s the end of the month and Spilled Milk Run Monday is back on the calendar. This week we are taking you from New Zealand, to Australia as we commemorate those who shall not grow old, as we who are left grow old.
Fly from Wellington (NZWN) to Canberra (YSCB) and Sydney (YSSY) with full expectations of ATC Services throughout your flight!
Please Note: Depart NZWN between 06-09z. Arrival ATC will be online from 08-12z in Australia!
Routes:
We recommend the following routes between Wellington, Canberra and Sydney.
NZWN - YSCB: TANEN M636 SASRO M636 PLUGA DCT RAZZI
NZWN - YSSY: TANEN M636 PLUGA RIKNI N774 MARLN
Flying in Oceanic Airspace:
Normal ATC throughout Australia (Brisbane Centre, Melbourne Centre, Sydney Approach, etc.) rely on radar to determine where an aircraft is in the air. Over the ocean, there is no radar. This non-radar airspace is controlled by Oceanic ATC.
All Oceanic Controlled Airspace in Australia is controlled from Brisbane, so all oceanic controllers in Australia are called "Brisbane Radio"
One of the significant differences between radar and oceanic flying is the need for position reports.
Position reports are how ATC can determine where you are. Position reports contain estimates for waypoints, speeds, altitudes and any other information. Because there is no radar over the ocean, ATC relies on time-based separation and reports from the pilots. ATC has no way of determining where you are unless you specifically tell them.
The standard format is:
Current/Previous waypoint name and the time you crossed that point. Current Flight Level Mach number if assigned by ATC. Your next waypoint and estimate for that point. The waypoint after that. For example: "Qantas 123 is position PLUGA at time 0523, Flight Level 380, estimating VELKU at 0750, SASRO next."
You can use the Oceanic Reporting Tool to help construct oceanic position reports.
Find more information regarding Oceanic Procedures here.
Controllers:
Controllers who wish to control a position during this event are encouraged to apply here. Positions that do not have a controller online (i.e. no controller controlling the position) will remain free for all controllers available on the day to control.
BN-TSN_FSS BN-ARL_CTR ML-BIK_CTR SY_APP SY_TWR SY_GND CB_APP CB_TWR CB_GND
Scenery:
YSSY - Sydney:
Payware - FlyTampa v2 (FSX/P3D)
Payware – FlyTampa (MSFS)
Payware - TaiModels (X-Plane 11)
Freeware - AVSIM (FSX/P3D)
YSCB - Canberra:
Payware - Impulse Simulations (MSFS)
Payware - ORBX (FSX/P3D)
Freeware - FlyAwaySimulations (FSX/P3D)
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