By far our most popular of all the weekly events, on any given Monday you'll find the famous "J-Curve" between Melbourne and Sydney well serviced by both pilots and ATC.
Not to be confused with out Spilled Milk Run Monday events held on the last Monday of every month, pilots can expect ATC services as you fly between Melbourne and Sydney, or any destination in between (Canberra, Albury etc).
Traffic Levels usually begin to pick up around 0800z and peak between 0900-1030z.
Routes:
We recommend the following routes between Melbourne, Canberra and Sydney.
YMML-YSSY: ML DOSEL Y59 RIVET TESAT
YMML-YSCB: ML DOSEL Y59 ARRAN POLLI CB
YSSY-YMML: TESAT WOL H65 RAZZI Q29 ML
YSSY-YSCB: TESAT WOL H65 RAZZI CB
YSCB-YMML: CB TANTA Q29 LIZZI ML
YSCB-YSSY: CB TANTA W423 CULIN Y59 RIVET TESAT
Controllers:
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 Saturday evening, no controllers will be added to the roster. Positions that do not have a nominated controller (i.e. no controller assigned on the position) will remain free for all controllers available on the day to control.
*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. Please review the controller NOTAM here for detailed information about which Non-Standard Positions are automatically authorized.
Login Identifier: Radio Callsign: Frequency: SY_DEL Sydney Delivery 133.800 SY_GND Sydney Ground 126.500 SY_TWR Sydney Tower 120.500 SY_APP Sydney Approach 124.400 SY-D_APP* Sydney Director 126.100 SY_DEP* Sydney Departures 123.000 ML_DEL Melbourne Delivery 127.200 ML_GND Melbourne Ground 121.700 ML_TWR Melbourne Tower 120.500 ML_APP Melbourne Approach 132.000 ML_DEP* Melbourne Departures 118.900 CB_GND Canberra Ground 121.700 CB_TWR Canberra Tower 118.700 CB_APP Canberra Approach 124.500 ML-WOL_CTR Melbourne Centre 125.000 ML-SNO_CTR Melbourne Centre 124.000 ML-ELW_CTR* Melbourne Centre 123.750
Scenery:
YMML - Melbourne International Airport:
Payware - ORBX (FSX/P3D)
Freeware - AVSIM (FSX/P3D)
Freeware - ISDG (xPlane)
YSCB - Canberra Airport:
Payware - ORBX (FSX/P3D)
Freeware - FlyAwaySimulations (FSX/P3D)
Freeware - tdg (xPlane)
YSSY - Sydney International Airport:
Payware - FlyTampa v2 (FSX/P3D)
Freeware - AVSIM (FSX/P3D)
Freeware - ISDG (xPlane)
Not to be confused with out Spilled Milk Run Monday events held on the last Monday of every month, pilots can expect ATC services as you fly between Melbourne and Sydney, or any destination in between (Canberra, Albury etc).
Traffic Levels usually begin to pick up around 0800z and peak between 0900-1030z.
Routes:
We recommend the following routes between Melbourne, Canberra and Sydney.
YMML-YSSY: ML DOSEL Y59 RIVET TESAT
YMML-YSCB: ML DOSEL Y59 ARRAN POLLI CB
YSSY-YMML: TESAT WOL H65 RAZZI Q29 ML
YSSY-YSCB: TESAT WOL H65 RAZZI CB
YSCB-YMML: CB TANTA Q29 LIZZI ML
YSCB-YSSY: CB TANTA W423 CULIN Y59 RIVET TESAT
Controllers:
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 Saturday evening, no controllers will be added to the roster. Positions that do not have a nominated controller (i.e. no controller assigned on the position) will remain free for all controllers available on the day to control.
*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. Please review the controller NOTAM here for detailed information about which Non-Standard Positions are automatically authorized.
Login Identifier: Radio Callsign: Frequency: SY_DEL Sydney Delivery 133.800 SY_GND Sydney Ground 126.500 SY_TWR Sydney Tower 120.500 SY_APP Sydney Approach 124.400 SY-D_APP* Sydney Director 126.100 SY_DEP* Sydney Departures 123.000 ML_DEL Melbourne Delivery 127.200 ML_GND Melbourne Ground 121.700 ML_TWR Melbourne Tower 120.500 ML_APP Melbourne Approach 132.000 ML_DEP* Melbourne Departures 118.900 CB_GND Canberra Ground 121.700 CB_TWR Canberra Tower 118.700 CB_APP Canberra Approach 124.500 ML-WOL_CTR Melbourne Centre 125.000 ML-SNO_CTR Melbourne Centre 124.000 ML-ELW_CTR* Melbourne Centre 123.750
Scenery:
YMML - Melbourne International Airport:
Payware - ORBX (FSX/P3D)
Freeware - AVSIM (FSX/P3D)
Freeware - ISDG (xPlane)
YSCB - Canberra Airport:
Payware - ORBX (FSX/P3D)
Freeware - FlyAwaySimulations (FSX/P3D)
Freeware - tdg (xPlane)
YSSY - Sydney International Airport:
Payware - FlyTampa v2 (FSX/P3D)
Freeware - AVSIM (FSX/P3D)
Freeware - ISDG (xPlane)
This Weeks Flight on 3rd March 2021 is a scenic flight in Sri Lanka somewhere that the group has never been before (?) . Flight starts and finishes at China Bay (VCCT). Some simulators may have the famous Sigiriya Fortress on top of the Sigiriya rock at Wpt 1?
Scenery Suggested: It is left to the discretion of pilots whatever scenery they wish to use including other platforms.
Aircraft Suggested: Any GA low and slow capable of 120kias.
Comms: Unicom 122.80 unless instructed by ATC
Flight Details: LINK T&G's at pilot discretion
Weather: Real time weather, fair weather if conditions are not suitable.
Flight Plan:(VCCT-VCCT)< Just click on this link for Flight Plan for FSX, P3D and XP11
Scenery Suggested: It is left to the discretion of pilots whatever scenery they wish to use including other platforms.
Aircraft Suggested: Any GA low and slow capable of 120kias.
Comms: Unicom 122.80 unless instructed by ATC
Flight Details: LINK T&G's at pilot discretion
Weather: Real time weather, fair weather if conditions are not suitable.
Flight Plan:(VCCT-VCCT)< Just click on this link for Flight Plan for FSX, P3D and XP11
Simulation 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: 143 nm
Est Flight Time: approx 75 mins
Aircraft: Cessna 172 or similar aircraft capable of 110 to 130 kias.
Altitude: Not above FL125.
Flight plan
File as: YGDH YBOG YNBR YWWA YGAN YBRJ YWLG
GPS flight plan is available for FSX/P3D .pln, X-Plane .fms and Little Navmap.
Navigation: Pilots are encouraged to navigate visually along the Kamilaroi Highway or railway. For those less familiar the accompanying GPS flight plan is the recommended method of navigation.
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.
Scenery
Due to the plethora of simulation platforms now being used, scenery is left to the discretion of each pilot. Some updated X-Plane 11 scenery for Gunnedah, Wee Waa, Burren Junction and Walgett foris available here.
Flight details
GUNNEDAH ]YGDH] Takeoff
elev: 863
rwy: 11/29 asphalt
rwy: 17/35 grass
CTAF: 127.4
NDB: GDH 407
BOGGABRI [YBOG] T&G - H-313° D-17.5 nm
[NOTE: Boggabri airstrip has been decommissioned but may still appear in some scenery. The ICAO code has been transferred to the helipad at Boggabri Hospital.]
elev: 800
rwy: 03/21 dirt
CTAF: 127.1
NARRABRI [YNBR] T&G - H-324° D-27 nm
elev: 788
rwy: 18/36 asphalt
rwy 09/27 grass
CTAF: 126.7
NDB: NBR 413
WEE WAA [YWWA] T&G - H-269° D-22 nm
elev: 612
rwy: 05/23 asphalt
CTAF: 127.1
GREENBAH [YGAH] T&G - H-358° D-7.9 nm
elev: 618
rwy: 17/35 dirt
CTAF:120.7
BURREN JUNCTION [YBRJ] T&G - H-255° D-24 nm
elev: 542
rwy: 15/33 dirt
CTAF: 127.1
WALGETT [YWLG] Land - H-269° D-45 nm
elev: 439
rwy: 05/23 asphalt
rwy: 18/36 dirt
CTAF: 126.7
NDB: WLG 374 Chart
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: 143 nm
Est Flight Time: approx 75 mins
Aircraft: Cessna 172 or similar aircraft capable of 110 to 130 kias.
Altitude: Not above FL125.
Flight plan
File as: YGDH YBOG YNBR YWWA YGAN YBRJ YWLG
GPS flight plan is available for FSX/P3D .pln, X-Plane .fms and Little Navmap.
Navigation: Pilots are encouraged to navigate visually along the Kamilaroi Highway or railway. For those less familiar the accompanying GPS flight plan is the recommended method of navigation.
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.
Scenery
Due to the plethora of simulation platforms now being used, scenery is left to the discretion of each pilot. Some updated X-Plane 11 scenery for Gunnedah, Wee Waa, Burren Junction and Walgett foris available here.
Flight details
GUNNEDAH ]YGDH] Takeoff
elev: 863
rwy: 11/29 asphalt
rwy: 17/35 grass
CTAF: 127.4
NDB: GDH 407
BOGGABRI [YBOG] T&G - H-313° D-17.5 nm
[NOTE: Boggabri airstrip has been decommissioned but may still appear in some scenery. The ICAO code has been transferred to the helipad at Boggabri Hospital.]
elev: 800
rwy: 03/21 dirt
CTAF: 127.1
NARRABRI [YNBR] T&G - H-324° D-27 nm
elev: 788
rwy: 18/36 asphalt
rwy 09/27 grass
CTAF: 126.7
NDB: NBR 413
WEE WAA [YWWA] T&G - H-269° D-22 nm
elev: 612
rwy: 05/23 asphalt
CTAF: 127.1
GREENBAH [YGAH] T&G - H-358° D-7.9 nm
elev: 618
rwy: 17/35 dirt
CTAF:120.7
BURREN JUNCTION [YBRJ] T&G - H-255° D-24 nm
elev: 542
rwy: 15/33 dirt
CTAF: 127.1
WALGETT [YWLG] Land - H-269° D-45 nm
elev: 439
rwy: 05/23 asphalt
rwy: 18/36 dirt
CTAF: 126.7
NDB: WLG 374 Chart
Simulation 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: 181 nm
Est Flight Time: approx 75 mins
Aircraft: Cessna 208 or similar aircraft capable of 160 to 180 kias.
Altitude: Not above FL125.
Flight plan
File as: YWLG YWDE YCNM YBAD YCBB YTMS YLMB YGDH
GPS flight plan is available for FSX/P3D .pln, X-Plane .fms and Little Navmap.
Navigation: Pilots are encouraged to navigate visually following roads. For those less familiar the accompanying GPS flight plan is the recommended method of navigation.
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.
Scenery
Due to the plethora of simulation platforms now being used, scenery is left to the discretion of each pilot. Updated X-Plane 11 scenery for Walgett, Wingadee, Coonamble, Baradine, Coonabarabran, Lambrook and Gunnedah is available here
Flight details
WALGETT [YWLG] Takeoff
elev: 439
rwy: 05/23 asphalt
rwy: 18/36 dirt
CTAF: 126.7
NDB: WLG 374
WINGADEE [YWDE] T&G - H-153° D-34 nm
elev: 439
rwy: 06/24 dirt
CTAF: 126.7
COONAMBLE [YCNM] T&G - H-162° D-24 nm
elev: 604
rwy: 05/23 asphalt
rwy: 12/30 grass
CTAF: 126.7
BARADINE [YBAD] T&G - H-076° D-37 nm
elev: 990
rwy: 11/29 dirt
CTAF: 126.7
COONABARRABRAN [YCBB] T&G - H-147° D-24 nm
elev: 2117
rwy: 11/29 asphalt
rwy: 01/19 grass
CTAF: 126.7
TAMBAR SPRINGS [YTMS] T&G - H-077° D-30 nm
elev : 1207
rwy : 1/19 grass
CTAF: 122.8
LAMBROOK [YLMB] T&G - H-012° D-13.2 nm
elev : 1010
rwy : 1/19 13/31 grass
CTAF: 122.8
GUNNEDAH ]YGDH] Land - H-049° D-18.3 nm
elev: 863
rwy: 11/29 asphalt
rwy: 17/35 grass
CTAF: 127.4
NDB: GDH 407 Chart
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: 181 nm
Est Flight Time: approx 75 mins
Aircraft: Cessna 208 or similar aircraft capable of 160 to 180 kias.
Altitude: Not above FL125.
Flight plan
File as: YWLG YWDE YCNM YBAD YCBB YTMS YLMB YGDH
GPS flight plan is available for FSX/P3D .pln, X-Plane .fms and Little Navmap.
Navigation: Pilots are encouraged to navigate visually following roads. For those less familiar the accompanying GPS flight plan is the recommended method of navigation.
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.
Scenery
Due to the plethora of simulation platforms now being used, scenery is left to the discretion of each pilot. Updated X-Plane 11 scenery for Walgett, Wingadee, Coonamble, Baradine, Coonabarabran, Lambrook and Gunnedah is available here
Flight details
WALGETT [YWLG] Takeoff
elev: 439
rwy: 05/23 asphalt
rwy: 18/36 dirt
CTAF: 126.7
NDB: WLG 374
WINGADEE [YWDE] T&G - H-153° D-34 nm
elev: 439
rwy: 06/24 dirt
CTAF: 126.7
COONAMBLE [YCNM] T&G - H-162° D-24 nm
elev: 604
rwy: 05/23 asphalt
rwy: 12/30 grass
CTAF: 126.7
BARADINE [YBAD] T&G - H-076° D-37 nm
elev: 990
rwy: 11/29 dirt
CTAF: 126.7
COONABARRABRAN [YCBB] T&G - H-147° D-24 nm
elev: 2117
rwy: 11/29 asphalt
rwy: 01/19 grass
CTAF: 126.7
TAMBAR SPRINGS [YTMS] T&G - H-077° D-30 nm
elev : 1207
rwy : 1/19 grass
CTAF: 122.8
LAMBROOK [YLMB] T&G - H-012° D-13.2 nm
elev : 1010
rwy : 1/19 13/31 grass
CTAF: 122.8
GUNNEDAH ]YGDH] Land - H-049° D-18.3 nm
elev: 863
rwy: 11/29 asphalt
rwy: 17/35 grass
CTAF: 127.4
NDB: GDH 407 Chart
By far our most popular of all the weekly events, on any given Monday you'll find the famous "J-Curve" between Melbourne and Sydney well serviced by both pilots and ATC.
Not to be confused with out Spilled Milk Run Monday events held on the last Monday of every month, pilots can expect ATC services as you fly between Melbourne and Sydney, or any destination in between (Canberra, Albury etc).
Traffic Levels usually begin to pick up around 0800z and peak between 0900-1030z.
Routes:
We recommend the following routes between Melbourne, Canberra and Sydney.
YMML-YSSY: ML DOSEL Y59 RIVET TESAT
YMML-YSCB: ML DOSEL Y59 ARRAN POLLI CB
YSSY-YMML: TESAT WOL H65 RAZZI Q29 ML
YSSY-YSCB: TESAT WOL H65 RAZZI CB
YSCB-YMML: CB TANTA Q29 LIZZI ML
YSCB-YSSY: CB TANTA W423 CULIN Y59 RIVET TESAT
Controllers:
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 Saturday evening, no controllers will be added to the roster. Positions that do not have a nominated controller (i.e. no controller assigned on the position) will remain free for all controllers available on the day to control.
*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. Please review the controller NOTAM here for detailed information about which Non-Standard Positions are automatically authorized.
Login Identifier: Radio Callsign: Frequency: SY_DEL Sydney Delivery 133.800 SY_GND Sydney Ground 126.500 SY_TWR Sydney Tower 120.500 SY_APP Sydney Approach 124.400 SY-D_APP* Sydney Director 126.100 SY_DEP* Sydney Departures 123.000 ML_DEL Melbourne Delivery 127.200 ML_GND Melbourne Ground 121.700 ML_TWR Melbourne Tower 120.500 ML_APP Melbourne Approach 132.000 ML_DEP* Melbourne Departures 118.900 CB_GND Canberra Ground 121.700 CB_TWR Canberra Tower 118.700 CB_APP Canberra Approach 124.500 ML-WOL_CTR Melbourne Centre 125.000 ML-SNO_CTR Melbourne Centre 124.000 ML-ELW_CTR* Melbourne Centre 123.750
Scenery:
YMML - Melbourne International Airport:
Payware - ORBX (FSX/P3D)
Freeware - AVSIM (FSX/P3D)
Freeware - ISDG (xPlane)
YSCB - Canberra Airport:
Payware - ORBX (FSX/P3D)
Freeware - FlyAwaySimulations (FSX/P3D)
Freeware - tdg (xPlane)
YSSY - Sydney International Airport:
Payware - FlyTampa v2 (FSX/P3D)
Freeware - AVSIM (FSX/P3D)
Freeware - ISDG (xPlane)
Not to be confused with out Spilled Milk Run Monday events held on the last Monday of every month, pilots can expect ATC services as you fly between Melbourne and Sydney, or any destination in between (Canberra, Albury etc).
Traffic Levels usually begin to pick up around 0800z and peak between 0900-1030z.
Routes:
We recommend the following routes between Melbourne, Canberra and Sydney.
YMML-YSSY: ML DOSEL Y59 RIVET TESAT
YMML-YSCB: ML DOSEL Y59 ARRAN POLLI CB
YSSY-YMML: TESAT WOL H65 RAZZI Q29 ML
YSSY-YSCB: TESAT WOL H65 RAZZI CB
YSCB-YMML: CB TANTA Q29 LIZZI ML
YSCB-YSSY: CB TANTA W423 CULIN Y59 RIVET TESAT
Controllers:
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 Saturday evening, no controllers will be added to the roster. Positions that do not have a nominated controller (i.e. no controller assigned on the position) will remain free for all controllers available on the day to control.
*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. Please review the controller NOTAM here for detailed information about which Non-Standard Positions are automatically authorized.
Login Identifier: Radio Callsign: Frequency: SY_DEL Sydney Delivery 133.800 SY_GND Sydney Ground 126.500 SY_TWR Sydney Tower 120.500 SY_APP Sydney Approach 124.400 SY-D_APP* Sydney Director 126.100 SY_DEP* Sydney Departures 123.000 ML_DEL Melbourne Delivery 127.200 ML_GND Melbourne Ground 121.700 ML_TWR Melbourne Tower 120.500 ML_APP Melbourne Approach 132.000 ML_DEP* Melbourne Departures 118.900 CB_GND Canberra Ground 121.700 CB_TWR Canberra Tower 118.700 CB_APP Canberra Approach 124.500 ML-WOL_CTR Melbourne Centre 125.000 ML-SNO_CTR Melbourne Centre 124.000 ML-ELW_CTR* Melbourne Centre 123.750
Scenery:
YMML - Melbourne International Airport:
Payware - ORBX (FSX/P3D)
Freeware - AVSIM (FSX/P3D)
Freeware - ISDG (xPlane)
YSCB - Canberra Airport:
Payware - ORBX (FSX/P3D)
Freeware - FlyAwaySimulations (FSX/P3D)
Freeware - tdg (xPlane)
YSSY - Sydney International Airport:
Payware - FlyTampa v2 (FSX/P3D)
Freeware - AVSIM (FSX/P3D)
Freeware - ISDG (xPlane)
This Weeks Flight on 10th March 2021 is a scenic flight over Machu Picchu in Peru. Some simulators may have the Machu Picchu site?
Scenery Suggested: It is left to the discretion of pilots whatever scenery they wish to use depending on their platform.
Aircraft Suggested: Any GA capable of high altitude 15,000ft and 160kias
Comms: Unicom 122.80 unless instructed by ATC
Flight Details: LINK T&G's at pilot discretion
Weather: Real time weather, fair weather if conditions are not suitable.
Flight Plan:(Machu Picchu)< Just click on this link for Flight Plan for .pln, .plg and .fms
Scenery Suggested: It is left to the discretion of pilots whatever scenery they wish to use depending on their platform.
Aircraft Suggested: Any GA capable of high altitude 15,000ft and 160kias
Comms: Unicom 122.80 unless instructed by ATC
Flight Details: LINK T&G's at pilot discretion
Weather: Real time weather, fair weather if conditions are not suitable.
Flight Plan:(Machu Picchu)< Just click on this link for Flight Plan for .pln, .plg and .fms
Simulation 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: 166 nm
Est Flight Time: approx 75mins
Aircraft: Any GA aircraft capable of 140 to 160 kias.
Altitude: Remain in class G airspace after leaving Moorabbin CTR. See waypoint notes below.
Flight plan
File as: YMMB CARR YSLC YBRS YTQY YAPO YPBH YWBL
GPS flight plan is available for FSX/P3D .pln, MSFS2020 .pln, X-Plane .fms and Little Navmap.
Navigation: Pilots are encouraged to navigate visually using the described landmarks and particularly along the coast. For those less familiar the accompanying GPS flight plan is the recommended method of navigation and includes prominent landmarks and points of interest along the route.
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.
Scenery
Due to the plethora of simulation platforms now being used, scenery is left to the discretion of each pilot.
Flight details
MOORABBIN [YMMB] Takeoff
elev: 55
rwy: 04/22 13L/31R 13R/31L 17L/35R 17R/35L asphalt
TWR/CTAF: 118.1
NDB: MB 398
CARRUM [CARR] overfly not above 4500 ft - H-160° D-6 nm
ST LEONARDS [YSLE] T&G - H-243° D-21 nm
elev: 53
rwy: 01/19 11/29 grass
CTAF: 126.7
SWAN BAY JETTY overly not above FL125 - H-194° D-3,1 nm
QUEENSCLIFF LIGHTHOUSE overfly not above FL125 - H-162° D-2.8 nm
POINT LONSDALE LIGHTHOUSE overfly not above FL125 - H-231° D-2.4 nm
BARWON HEADS [YBRS] T&G - H-272° D-9 nm (remain below 1500 ft or outside Avalon class E airspace)
elev: 50
rwy: 18/36 asphalt
rwy: 09/27 grass
CTAF: 119.0
TORQUAY [YTQY] T&G - H-218° D-3.8 nm
elev: 30
rwy: 09/27 13/31 18/36 grass
CTAF: 119.0
Visual along the coast, not above FL125
APOLLO BAY [YAPO] T&G
elev: 53
rwy: 09/27 asphalt
CTAF: 126.7
Visual along the coast, not above FL125
PETERBOROUGH [YPBH] T&G
elev: 104
rwy: 09/27 dirt
CTAF: 127.1
WARRNAMBOOL [YWBL] Land - H-300° D-28 nm or visual along the coast not above FL125
elev: 242
rwy: 13/31 asphalt
rwy: 04/22 dirt
CTAF: 126.0 Charts
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: 166 nm
Est Flight Time: approx 75mins
Aircraft: Any GA aircraft capable of 140 to 160 kias.
Altitude: Remain in class G airspace after leaving Moorabbin CTR. See waypoint notes below.
Flight plan
File as: YMMB CARR YSLC YBRS YTQY YAPO YPBH YWBL
GPS flight plan is available for FSX/P3D .pln, MSFS2020 .pln, X-Plane .fms and Little Navmap.
Navigation: Pilots are encouraged to navigate visually using the described landmarks and particularly along the coast. For those less familiar the accompanying GPS flight plan is the recommended method of navigation and includes prominent landmarks and points of interest along the route.
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.
Scenery
Due to the plethora of simulation platforms now being used, scenery is left to the discretion of each pilot.
Flight details
MOORABBIN [YMMB] Takeoff
elev: 55
rwy: 04/22 13L/31R 13R/31L 17L/35R 17R/35L asphalt
TWR/CTAF: 118.1
NDB: MB 398
CARRUM [CARR] overfly not above 4500 ft - H-160° D-6 nm
ST LEONARDS [YSLE] T&G - H-243° D-21 nm
elev: 53
rwy: 01/19 11/29 grass
CTAF: 126.7
SWAN BAY JETTY overly not above FL125 - H-194° D-3,1 nm
QUEENSCLIFF LIGHTHOUSE overfly not above FL125 - H-162° D-2.8 nm
POINT LONSDALE LIGHTHOUSE overfly not above FL125 - H-231° D-2.4 nm
BARWON HEADS [YBRS] T&G - H-272° D-9 nm (remain below 1500 ft or outside Avalon class E airspace)
elev: 50
rwy: 18/36 asphalt
rwy: 09/27 grass
CTAF: 119.0
TORQUAY [YTQY] T&G - H-218° D-3.8 nm
elev: 30
rwy: 09/27 13/31 18/36 grass
CTAF: 119.0
Visual along the coast, not above FL125
APOLLO BAY [YAPO] T&G
elev: 53
rwy: 09/27 asphalt
CTAF: 126.7
Visual along the coast, not above FL125
PETERBOROUGH [YPBH] T&G
elev: 104
rwy: 09/27 dirt
CTAF: 127.1
WARRNAMBOOL [YWBL] Land - H-300° D-28 nm or visual along the coast not above FL125
elev: 242
rwy: 13/31 asphalt
rwy: 04/22 dirt
CTAF: 126.0 Charts
With another year comes another rendition of one of VATPAC’s most popular events – Panic Stations. No matter the aircraft or departure airport, this event is sure to please your inner control freak.
On the 12th of March, 1913, Canberra was officially named as Australia’s new capital city, beating out both Melbourne and Sydney. Almost exactly 108 years later, we invite you to the Bush Capital for a beautiful and challenging arrival through the Brindabella Ranges, with full ATC expected between 0900z and 1200z.
Event Details:
Panic Stations is a simple, yet quite challenging event. Get as many aircraft flying to the destination airport as possible, with only one objective. Arrive at or after the target time to enjoy bragging rights... Well, until the next panic stations event that is!
For this round, VATPAC will be returning to the traditional Panic Stations format that we know the community has grown to love over the past decade!
Available titles for people to win during this event;
1x JET and 1x NON-JET Winner Touchdown time for this event is 1030z
Expect delays as we try and accommodate everyone whilst maintaining separation standards! We look forward to seeing you all there!
Routes:
To make it easier both on you and us, we recommend the following routes for flying into Canberra. We have included the STAR you can expect at the end of the recommended route. This may be changed by the controller depending on traffic flow.
YSSY - > YSCB:
JET: TESAT WOL H65 RAZZI CB ~ RAZZI6A
NON-JET: TESAT CORDO V169 BUNGO CB ~ BUNGO3A
YMML -> YSCB:
JET: ML DOSEL Y59 ARRAN CB ~ POLLI7A (ARRAN Transition)
NON-JET: ML DOSEL W569 AY J42 ARRAN CB ~ POLLI7A (ARRAN Transition)
YBBN -> YSCB:
JET: BN SANEG Q923 PKS W703 CWR W137 AVBEG CB ~ AVBEG4
NON-JET: BN SANEG H91 ADMAR Q78 OLTIN W180 TESAT V169 BUNGO CB ~ BUNGO3A
YPAD -> YSCB:
JET: AD BENDO V255 WG CB ~ POLLI7A (WG Transition)
NON-JET: AD BENDO H36 KACEY CB ~ POLLI7A (KACEY Transition)
YMHB -> YSCB:
BOTH: HB TASUM H111 LT W218 NOLAN UY327 MARKL POLLI CB ~ POLLI7A (No Transition)
YBCS -> YSCB:
JET: CS SWIFT Y153 ROKUU H12 TESAT H65 RAZZI ~ RAZZI6A
ATC:
Controllers interesting in controlling during this event are encouraged to submit their ATC applications here. Applications will remain open until five days before the event (March 9th, 2021), on which the roster will be released and available for viewing.
Below are the ATC positions available to apply for during this event. ‘*’ indicates a non-standard position which may be rostered, depending on the amount of ATC applications and aircraft.
Login Identifier: Radio Callsign: Frequency: CB-W_APP* Canberra Approach 125.900 CB_APP Canberra Approach 124.500 CB_TWR Canberra Tower 118.700 CB_GND Canberra Ground 121.700 ML-SNO_CTR Melbourne Centre 124.000 ML-WOL_CTR Melbourne Centre 125.000 ML-HUM_CTR Melbourne Centre 132.200 ML-TBD_CTR Melbourne Centre 125.300 ML-BKE_CTR Melbourne Centre 128.200 BN-MDE_CTR Brisbane Centre 133.000
Previous Winners:
During the last event (Panic Stations Alice Springs), the following members took the trophy in the following categories:
1000z Winner: Callum Strawbridge // Landed 10:00:22 1100z Winner: James Ross // Landed 11:01:25 Controller: Brett Cummings Will you be the next person to take home the Panic Stations trophy? 🏆
Scenery:
YMML - Melbourne International Airport:
Payware - ORBX (FSX/P3D)
Freeware - AVSIM (FSX/P3D)
xPlane - ISDG (xPlane)
YSSY - Sydney International Airport:
Payware - FlyTampa (FSX/P3D)
Payware - FlyTampa (MSFS)
Payware - Cityscape Sydney (MSFS)
Freeware - AVSIM (FSX/P3D)
Freeware - ISDG (xPlane)
YSCB - Canberra Airport:
Payware - ORBX (FSX/P3D)
Freeware - FlyAwaySimulations (FSX/P3D)
Freeware - Vamp (xPlane)
YMHB - Hobart Airport
Freeware - AVSIM (FSX/P3D)
Freeware - SAM (xPlane)
YPAD - Adelaide Airport:
Payware - AUSCENE2 (FSX/P3D)
Freeware - FlyAwaySimulations (FSX/P3D)
Freeware - ISDG (xPlane)
YBCS - Cairns Airport
Payware - ORBX (FSX/P3D)
Freeware - AVSIM (FSX/P3D)
Freeware - FSClips (xPlane)
YBBN - Brisbane International Airport
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)
On the 12th of March, 1913, Canberra was officially named as Australia’s new capital city, beating out both Melbourne and Sydney. Almost exactly 108 years later, we invite you to the Bush Capital for a beautiful and challenging arrival through the Brindabella Ranges, with full ATC expected between 0900z and 1200z.
Event Details:
Panic Stations is a simple, yet quite challenging event. Get as many aircraft flying to the destination airport as possible, with only one objective. Arrive at or after the target time to enjoy bragging rights... Well, until the next panic stations event that is!
For this round, VATPAC will be returning to the traditional Panic Stations format that we know the community has grown to love over the past decade!
Available titles for people to win during this event;
1x JET and 1x NON-JET Winner Touchdown time for this event is 1030z
Expect delays as we try and accommodate everyone whilst maintaining separation standards! We look forward to seeing you all there!
Routes:
To make it easier both on you and us, we recommend the following routes for flying into Canberra. We have included the STAR you can expect at the end of the recommended route. This may be changed by the controller depending on traffic flow.
YSSY - > YSCB:
JET: TESAT WOL H65 RAZZI CB ~ RAZZI6A
NON-JET: TESAT CORDO V169 BUNGO CB ~ BUNGO3A
YMML -> YSCB:
JET: ML DOSEL Y59 ARRAN CB ~ POLLI7A (ARRAN Transition)
NON-JET: ML DOSEL W569 AY J42 ARRAN CB ~ POLLI7A (ARRAN Transition)
YBBN -> YSCB:
JET: BN SANEG Q923 PKS W703 CWR W137 AVBEG CB ~ AVBEG4
NON-JET: BN SANEG H91 ADMAR Q78 OLTIN W180 TESAT V169 BUNGO CB ~ BUNGO3A
YPAD -> YSCB:
JET: AD BENDO V255 WG CB ~ POLLI7A (WG Transition)
NON-JET: AD BENDO H36 KACEY CB ~ POLLI7A (KACEY Transition)
YMHB -> YSCB:
BOTH: HB TASUM H111 LT W218 NOLAN UY327 MARKL POLLI CB ~ POLLI7A (No Transition)
YBCS -> YSCB:
JET: CS SWIFT Y153 ROKUU H12 TESAT H65 RAZZI ~ RAZZI6A
ATC:
Controllers interesting in controlling during this event are encouraged to submit their ATC applications here. Applications will remain open until five days before the event (March 9th, 2021), on which the roster will be released and available for viewing.
Below are the ATC positions available to apply for during this event. ‘*’ indicates a non-standard position which may be rostered, depending on the amount of ATC applications and aircraft.
Login Identifier: Radio Callsign: Frequency: CB-W_APP* Canberra Approach 125.900 CB_APP Canberra Approach 124.500 CB_TWR Canberra Tower 118.700 CB_GND Canberra Ground 121.700 ML-SNO_CTR Melbourne Centre 124.000 ML-WOL_CTR Melbourne Centre 125.000 ML-HUM_CTR Melbourne Centre 132.200 ML-TBD_CTR Melbourne Centre 125.300 ML-BKE_CTR Melbourne Centre 128.200 BN-MDE_CTR Brisbane Centre 133.000
Previous Winners:
During the last event (Panic Stations Alice Springs), the following members took the trophy in the following categories:
1000z Winner: Callum Strawbridge // Landed 10:00:22 1100z Winner: James Ross // Landed 11:01:25 Controller: Brett Cummings Will you be the next person to take home the Panic Stations trophy? 🏆
Scenery:
YMML - Melbourne International Airport:
Payware - ORBX (FSX/P3D)
Freeware - AVSIM (FSX/P3D)
xPlane - ISDG (xPlane)
YSSY - Sydney International Airport:
Payware - FlyTampa (FSX/P3D)
Payware - FlyTampa (MSFS)
Payware - Cityscape Sydney (MSFS)
Freeware - AVSIM (FSX/P3D)
Freeware - ISDG (xPlane)
YSCB - Canberra Airport:
Payware - ORBX (FSX/P3D)
Freeware - FlyAwaySimulations (FSX/P3D)
Freeware - Vamp (xPlane)
YMHB - Hobart Airport
Freeware - AVSIM (FSX/P3D)
Freeware - SAM (xPlane)
YPAD - Adelaide Airport:
Payware - AUSCENE2 (FSX/P3D)
Freeware - FlyAwaySimulations (FSX/P3D)
Freeware - ISDG (xPlane)
YBCS - Cairns Airport
Payware - ORBX (FSX/P3D)
Freeware - AVSIM (FSX/P3D)
Freeware - FSClips (xPlane)
YBBN - Brisbane International Airport
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)
Simulation 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: 149 nm
Est Flight Time: approx 75mins
Aircraft: Any GA aircraft capable of 120 to 140 kias.
Altitude: Remain in class G airspace until Avalon CTR. See waypoint notes below.
Flight plan
File as: YWBL YCWO YNNR YLSM YRKE YLED BPN AV BAW YMMB
GPS flight plan is available for FSX/P3D .pln, MSFS2020 .pln, X-Plane .fms and Little Navmap.
Navigation: Pilots are encouraged to navigate visually using the described landmarks and particularly along the coast. For those less familiar the accompanying GPS flight plan is the recommended method of navigation and includes prominent landmarks and points of interest along the route.
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.
Scenery
Due to the plethora of simulation platforms now being used, scenery is left to the discretion of each pilot.
Flight details
WARRNAMBOOL [YWBL] Takeoff
elev: 242
rwy: 13/31 asphalt
rwy: 04/22 dirt
CTAF: 126.0
CHATSWORTH [YCWO] T&G - H-082° D-18.3 nm
elev: 628
rwy: 01/19 grass
CTAF: 125.8
NERRIN NERRIN [YNNR] T&G - H-082° D-18.3 nm
elev: 768
rwy: 01/19 11/29 dirt
CTAF: 122.8
Not above 8500 ft after Nerrin Nerrin.
LISMORE [YLSM] T&G - H-082° D-18.3 nm (may not appear in all scenery)
elev: 654
rwy: 08/26 15/33 grass
CTAF: 124.2
ROKEWOOD [YRKE] T&G - H-073° D-17.7 nm (may not appear in all scenery)
elev: 580
rwy: 02/20 grass
CTAF: 122.8
LETHBRIDGE [YLED] T&G - H-082° D-18.3 nm
elev: 790
rwy: 10'28 asphalt
rwy: 16/34 grass
CTAF: 127.65
BARWON PRISON [BPN] overfly not above 2500 ft - H-096° D-12.2 nm
** Inbound reporting point for Avalon**
If ATC is active, obtain clearance to enter Avalon CTR before proceeding.
AVALON [YMAV] - H-116° D-6.5 nm
elev: 35
rwy: 18/36 asphalt
TWR: 120.1
ML_APP: 132.0
VOR/DME: AV 116.1
If ATC is active, transit the class D/E airspace as directed. If ATC is not active, T&G at pilot's discretion. Not above 4500 ft after Avalon.
BAYWEST [BAW] overfly not above 4500 ft - H-072° D-22 nm
** Inbound reporting point for Moorabbin**
If TWR is active, obtain clearance to enter Moorabbin CTR before proceeding.
MOORABBIN [YMMB] Land - H-068° D-7.9 nm
elev: 55
rwy: 04/22 13L/31R 13R/31L 17L/35R 17R/35L asphalt
TWR/CTAF: 118.1
NDB: MB 398
Charts
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: 149 nm
Est Flight Time: approx 75mins
Aircraft: Any GA aircraft capable of 120 to 140 kias.
Altitude: Remain in class G airspace until Avalon CTR. See waypoint notes below.
Flight plan
File as: YWBL YCWO YNNR YLSM YRKE YLED BPN AV BAW YMMB
GPS flight plan is available for FSX/P3D .pln, MSFS2020 .pln, X-Plane .fms and Little Navmap.
Navigation: Pilots are encouraged to navigate visually using the described landmarks and particularly along the coast. For those less familiar the accompanying GPS flight plan is the recommended method of navigation and includes prominent landmarks and points of interest along the route.
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.
Scenery
Due to the plethora of simulation platforms now being used, scenery is left to the discretion of each pilot.
Flight details
WARRNAMBOOL [YWBL] Takeoff
elev: 242
rwy: 13/31 asphalt
rwy: 04/22 dirt
CTAF: 126.0
CHATSWORTH [YCWO] T&G - H-082° D-18.3 nm
elev: 628
rwy: 01/19 grass
CTAF: 125.8
NERRIN NERRIN [YNNR] T&G - H-082° D-18.3 nm
elev: 768
rwy: 01/19 11/29 dirt
CTAF: 122.8
Not above 8500 ft after Nerrin Nerrin.
LISMORE [YLSM] T&G - H-082° D-18.3 nm (may not appear in all scenery)
elev: 654
rwy: 08/26 15/33 grass
CTAF: 124.2
ROKEWOOD [YRKE] T&G - H-073° D-17.7 nm (may not appear in all scenery)
elev: 580
rwy: 02/20 grass
CTAF: 122.8
LETHBRIDGE [YLED] T&G - H-082° D-18.3 nm
elev: 790
rwy: 10'28 asphalt
rwy: 16/34 grass
CTAF: 127.65
BARWON PRISON [BPN] overfly not above 2500 ft - H-096° D-12.2 nm
** Inbound reporting point for Avalon**
If ATC is active, obtain clearance to enter Avalon CTR before proceeding.
AVALON [YMAV] - H-116° D-6.5 nm
elev: 35
rwy: 18/36 asphalt
TWR: 120.1
ML_APP: 132.0
VOR/DME: AV 116.1
If ATC is active, transit the class D/E airspace as directed. If ATC is not active, T&G at pilot's discretion. Not above 4500 ft after Avalon.
BAYWEST [BAW] overfly not above 4500 ft - H-072° D-22 nm
** Inbound reporting point for Moorabbin**
If TWR is active, obtain clearance to enter Moorabbin CTR before proceeding.
MOORABBIN [YMMB] Land - H-068° D-7.9 nm
elev: 55
rwy: 04/22 13L/31R 13R/31L 17L/35R 17R/35L asphalt
TWR/CTAF: 118.1
NDB: MB 398
Charts
By far our most popular of all the weekly events, on any given Monday you'll find the famous "J-Curve" between Melbourne and Sydney well serviced by both pilots and ATC.
Not to be confused with out Spilled Milk Run Monday events held on the last Monday of every month, pilots can expect ATC services as you fly between Melbourne and Sydney, or any destination in between (Canberra, Albury etc).
Traffic Levels usually begin to pick up around 0800z and peak between 0900-1030z.
Routes:
We recommend the following routes between Melbourne, Canberra and Sydney.
YMML-YSSY: ML DOSEL Y59 RIVET TESAT
YMML-YSCB: ML DOSEL Y59 ARRAN POLLI CB
YSSY-YMML: TESAT WOL H65 RAZZI Q29 ML
YSSY-YSCB: TESAT WOL H65 RAZZI CB
YSCB-YMML: CB TANTA Q29 LIZZI ML
YSCB-YSSY: CB TANTA W423 CULIN Y59 RIVET TESAT
Controllers:
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 Saturday evening, no controllers will be added to the roster. Positions that do not have a nominated controller (i.e. no controller assigned on the position) will remain free for all controllers available on the day to control.
*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. Please review the controller NOTAM here for detailed information about which Non-Standard Positions are automatically authorized.
Login Identifier: Radio Callsign: Frequency: SY_DEL Sydney Delivery 133.800 SY_GND Sydney Ground 126.500 SY_TWR Sydney Tower 120.500 SY_APP Sydney Approach 124.400 SY-D_APP* Sydney Director 126.100 SY_DEP* Sydney Departures 123.000 ML_DEL Melbourne Delivery 127.200 ML_GND Melbourne Ground 121.700 ML_TWR Melbourne Tower 120.500 ML_APP Melbourne Approach 132.000 ML_DEP* Melbourne Departures 118.900 CB_GND Canberra Ground 121.700 CB_TWR Canberra Tower 118.700 CB_APP Canberra Approach 124.500 ML-WOL_CTR Melbourne Centre 125.000 ML-SNO_CTR Melbourne Centre 124.000 ML-ELW_CTR* Melbourne Centre 123.750
Scenery:
YMML - Melbourne International Airport:
Payware - ORBX (FSX/P3D)
Freeware - AVSIM (FSX/P3D)
Freeware - ISDG (xPlane)
YSCB - Canberra Airport:
Payware - ORBX (FSX/P3D)
Freeware - FlyAwaySimulations (FSX/P3D)
Freeware - tdg (xPlane)
YSSY - Sydney International Airport:
Payware - FlyTampa v2 (FSX/P3D)
Freeware - AVSIM (FSX/P3D)
Freeware - ISDG (xPlane)
Not to be confused with out Spilled Milk Run Monday events held on the last Monday of every month, pilots can expect ATC services as you fly between Melbourne and Sydney, or any destination in between (Canberra, Albury etc).
Traffic Levels usually begin to pick up around 0800z and peak between 0900-1030z.
Routes:
We recommend the following routes between Melbourne, Canberra and Sydney.
YMML-YSSY: ML DOSEL Y59 RIVET TESAT
YMML-YSCB: ML DOSEL Y59 ARRAN POLLI CB
YSSY-YMML: TESAT WOL H65 RAZZI Q29 ML
YSSY-YSCB: TESAT WOL H65 RAZZI CB
YSCB-YMML: CB TANTA Q29 LIZZI ML
YSCB-YSSY: CB TANTA W423 CULIN Y59 RIVET TESAT
Controllers:
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 Saturday evening, no controllers will be added to the roster. Positions that do not have a nominated controller (i.e. no controller assigned on the position) will remain free for all controllers available on the day to control.
*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. Please review the controller NOTAM here for detailed information about which Non-Standard Positions are automatically authorized.
Login Identifier: Radio Callsign: Frequency: SY_DEL Sydney Delivery 133.800 SY_GND Sydney Ground 126.500 SY_TWR Sydney Tower 120.500 SY_APP Sydney Approach 124.400 SY-D_APP* Sydney Director 126.100 SY_DEP* Sydney Departures 123.000 ML_DEL Melbourne Delivery 127.200 ML_GND Melbourne Ground 121.700 ML_TWR Melbourne Tower 120.500 ML_APP Melbourne Approach 132.000 ML_DEP* Melbourne Departures 118.900 CB_GND Canberra Ground 121.700 CB_TWR Canberra Tower 118.700 CB_APP Canberra Approach 124.500 ML-WOL_CTR Melbourne Centre 125.000 ML-SNO_CTR Melbourne Centre 124.000 ML-ELW_CTR* Melbourne Centre 123.750
Scenery:
YMML - Melbourne International Airport:
Payware - ORBX (FSX/P3D)
Freeware - AVSIM (FSX/P3D)
Freeware - ISDG (xPlane)
YSCB - Canberra Airport:
Payware - ORBX (FSX/P3D)
Freeware - FlyAwaySimulations (FSX/P3D)
Freeware - tdg (xPlane)
YSSY - Sydney International Airport:
Payware - FlyTampa v2 (FSX/P3D)
Freeware - AVSIM (FSX/P3D)
Freeware - ISDG (xPlane)
This Weeks Flight on 17th March 2021 is a scenic flight through the Torres Strait Islands. This flight has been formulated to mainly check out the new MSFS2020 scenery for the islands. Refer link hereunder.
Scenery Suggested: It is left to the discretion of pilots whatever scenery they wish to use including other platforms however a link is provided for the new MSFS 2020 scenery.
Torres Strait
Aircraft Suggested: Any GA capable of 150kias. An amphibious might also benefit.
Comms: Unicom 122.80 unless instructed by ATC
Flight Details: LINK T&G's at pilot discretion
Weather: Real time weather, fair weather if conditions are not suitable.
Flight Plan:(Torres Strait Islands)< Just click on this link for Flight Plan for .pln, .plg and .fms
Scenery Suggested: It is left to the discretion of pilots whatever scenery they wish to use including other platforms however a link is provided for the new MSFS 2020 scenery.
Torres Strait
Aircraft Suggested: Any GA capable of 150kias. An amphibious might also benefit.
Comms: Unicom 122.80 unless instructed by ATC
Flight Details: LINK T&G's at pilot discretion
Weather: Real time weather, fair weather if conditions are not suitable.
Flight Plan:(Torres Strait Islands)< Just click on this link for Flight Plan for .pln, .plg and .fms
A challenging flight from the coastal East Sepic to mountainous Western Highlands province of Papua New Guinea where the majority of even commercial flying is VFR.
Simulation 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: 197 nm
Est Flight Time: approx 80 mins
Aircraft: Any GA aircraft capable of 160 to 180 kias and high altitude climb.
Altitude: Not above 15,000 ft. The minimum safe altitude towards the end of the flight is 8,000 ft.
Flight plan
File as: AYWK ANG AYYZ AYMH
GPS flight plan is available for FSX/P3D .pln, MSFS2020 .pln, X-Plane .fms and Little Navmap.
Navigation: Pilots sufficiently familiar with the region may navigate visually along the Sepik, Yuat and Baiyer Rivers. For those less familiar the accompanying GPS flight plan is the recommended method of navigation, however do not rely on the GPS unless well above the terrain.
Communications
UNICOM 122.8 unless directed by ATC.
Scenery
Due to the plethora of simulation platforms now being used, scenery is left to the discretion of each pilot.
Note that many small airfields in Papua New Guinea may not appear in all scenery so T&G at intermediate locations is at the pilot's discretion.
Flight details
WEWAK [AYWK] Takeoff
elev: 15
rwy: 10/28 asphalt
ANGORAM [ANG]
elev: 75
rwy: 02/20 grass
YAMBAITOK [AYYZ]
elev: 626
rwy: 03/21 grass
MOUNT HAGEN [AYMH} Land
elev: 5386
rwy: 08/26 12/30 asphalt
Chart
Simulation 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: 197 nm
Est Flight Time: approx 80 mins
Aircraft: Any GA aircraft capable of 160 to 180 kias and high altitude climb.
Altitude: Not above 15,000 ft. The minimum safe altitude towards the end of the flight is 8,000 ft.
Flight plan
File as: AYWK ANG AYYZ AYMH
GPS flight plan is available for FSX/P3D .pln, MSFS2020 .pln, X-Plane .fms and Little Navmap.
Navigation: Pilots sufficiently familiar with the region may navigate visually along the Sepik, Yuat and Baiyer Rivers. For those less familiar the accompanying GPS flight plan is the recommended method of navigation, however do not rely on the GPS unless well above the terrain.
Communications
UNICOM 122.8 unless directed by ATC.
Scenery
Due to the plethora of simulation platforms now being used, scenery is left to the discretion of each pilot.
Note that many small airfields in Papua New Guinea may not appear in all scenery so T&G at intermediate locations is at the pilot's discretion.
Flight details
WEWAK [AYWK] Takeoff
elev: 15
rwy: 10/28 asphalt
ANGORAM [ANG]
elev: 75
rwy: 02/20 grass
YAMBAITOK [AYYZ]
elev: 626
rwy: 03/21 grass
MOUNT HAGEN [AYMH} Land
elev: 5386
rwy: 08/26 12/30 asphalt
Chart
A challenging flight from the mountainous Western Highlands to the coastal East Sepic province of Papua New Guinea where the majority of even commercial flying is VFR.
Simulation 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: 200 nm
Est Flight Time: approx 80 mins
Aircraft: Any GA aircraft capable of 160 to 180 kias and high altitude climb.
Altitude: Not above 15,000 ft. The minimum safe altitude early in the flight is 8,500 ft.
Flight plan
File as: AYMH AYON AYKJ AYAO AYCB AWR AYWK
GPS flight plan is available for FSX/P3D .pln, MSFS2020 .pln, X-Plane .fms and Little Navmap.
Navigation: Pilots sufficiently familiar with the region may navigate visually. For those less familiar the accompanying GPS flight plan is the recommended method of navigation, however do not rely on the GPS unless well above the terrain.
Communications
UNICOM 122.8 unless directed by ATC.
Scenery
Due to the plethora of simulation platforms now being used, scenery is left to the discretion of each pilot.
Note that many small airfields in Papua New Guinea may not appear in all scenery so T&G at intermediate locations is at the pilot's discretion.
Flight details
MOUNT HAGEN [AYMH} Takeoff
elev: 5386
rwy: 08/26 12/30 asphalt
Visual through the river valleys to Koinambe.
KOINAMBE [AYON]
elev: 5366
rwy: 17/35 grass
KANAINJ [AYKJ] - H-022° D-13.4 nm
elev: 4064
rwy: 09/27 grass
AIOME [AYAO/AIE] - H-005° D-9 nm
elev: 335
rwy: 01/19 dirt
CHUNGRIBU [AYCB/CVR] - H-353° D-20 nm
elev: 108
rwy: 17/35 dirt
AWAR [AWR] - H-007° D-41 nm
elev: 29
rwy: 06/24 dirt
WEWAK [AYWK] Land - H-291° D-78 nm or visual along the coast
elev: 15
rwy: 10/28 asphalt Chart
Simulation 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: 200 nm
Est Flight Time: approx 80 mins
Aircraft: Any GA aircraft capable of 160 to 180 kias and high altitude climb.
Altitude: Not above 15,000 ft. The minimum safe altitude early in the flight is 8,500 ft.
Flight plan
File as: AYMH AYON AYKJ AYAO AYCB AWR AYWK
GPS flight plan is available for FSX/P3D .pln, MSFS2020 .pln, X-Plane .fms and Little Navmap.
Navigation: Pilots sufficiently familiar with the region may navigate visually. For those less familiar the accompanying GPS flight plan is the recommended method of navigation, however do not rely on the GPS unless well above the terrain.
Communications
UNICOM 122.8 unless directed by ATC.
Scenery
Due to the plethora of simulation platforms now being used, scenery is left to the discretion of each pilot.
Note that many small airfields in Papua New Guinea may not appear in all scenery so T&G at intermediate locations is at the pilot's discretion.
Flight details
MOUNT HAGEN [AYMH} Takeoff
elev: 5386
rwy: 08/26 12/30 asphalt
Visual through the river valleys to Koinambe.
KOINAMBE [AYON]
elev: 5366
rwy: 17/35 grass
KANAINJ [AYKJ] - H-022° D-13.4 nm
elev: 4064
rwy: 09/27 grass
AIOME [AYAO/AIE] - H-005° D-9 nm
elev: 335
rwy: 01/19 dirt
CHUNGRIBU [AYCB/CVR] - H-353° D-20 nm
elev: 108
rwy: 17/35 dirt
AWAR [AWR] - H-007° D-41 nm
elev: 29
rwy: 06/24 dirt
WEWAK [AYWK] Land - H-291° D-78 nm or visual along the coast
elev: 15
rwy: 10/28 asphalt Chart
By far our most popular of all the weekly events, on any given Monday you'll find the famous "J-Curve" between Melbourne and Sydney well serviced by both pilots and ATC.
Not to be confused with out Spilled Milk Run Monday events held on the last Monday of every month, pilots can expect ATC services as you fly between Melbourne and Sydney, or any destination in between (Canberra, Albury etc).
Traffic Levels usually begin to pick up around 0800z and peak between 0900-1030z.
Routes:
We recommend the following routes between Melbourne, Canberra and Sydney.
YMML-YSSY: ML DOSEL Y59 RIVET TESAT
YMML-YSCB: ML DOSEL Y59 ARRAN POLLI CB
YSSY-YMML: TESAT WOL H65 RAZZI Q29 ML
YSSY-YSCB: TESAT WOL H65 RAZZI CB
YSCB-YMML: CB TANTA Q29 LIZZI ML
YSCB-YSSY: CB TANTA W423 CULIN Y59 RIVET TESAT
Controllers:
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 Saturday evening, no controllers will be added to the roster. Positions that do not have a nominated controller (i.e. no controller assigned on the position) will remain free for all controllers available on the day to control.
*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. Please review the controller NOTAM here for detailed information about which Non-Standard Positions are automatically authorized.
Login Identifier: Radio Callsign: Frequency: SY_DEL Sydney Delivery 133.800 SY_GND Sydney Ground 126.500 SY_TWR Sydney Tower 120.500 SY_APP Sydney Approach 124.400 SY-D_APP* Sydney Director 126.100 SY_DEP* Sydney Departures 123.000 ML_DEL Melbourne Delivery 127.200 ML_GND Melbourne Ground 121.700 ML_TWR Melbourne Tower 120.500 ML_APP Melbourne Approach 132.000 ML_DEP* Melbourne Departures 118.900 CB_GND Canberra Ground 121.700 CB_TWR Canberra Tower 118.700 CB_APP Canberra Approach 124.500 ML-WOL_CTR Melbourne Centre 125.000 ML-SNO_CTR Melbourne Centre 124.000 ML-ELW_CTR* Melbourne Centre 123.750
Scenery:
YMML - Melbourne International Airport:
Payware - ORBX (FSX/P3D)
Freeware - AVSIM (FSX/P3D)
Freeware - ISDG (xPlane)
YSCB - Canberra Airport:
Payware - ORBX (FSX/P3D)
Freeware - FlyAwaySimulations (FSX/P3D)
Freeware - tdg (xPlane)
YSSY - Sydney International Airport:
Payware - FlyTampa v2 (FSX/P3D)
Freeware - AVSIM (FSX/P3D)
Freeware - ISDG (xPlane)
Not to be confused with out Spilled Milk Run Monday events held on the last Monday of every month, pilots can expect ATC services as you fly between Melbourne and Sydney, or any destination in between (Canberra, Albury etc).
Traffic Levels usually begin to pick up around 0800z and peak between 0900-1030z.
Routes:
We recommend the following routes between Melbourne, Canberra and Sydney.
YMML-YSSY: ML DOSEL Y59 RIVET TESAT
YMML-YSCB: ML DOSEL Y59 ARRAN POLLI CB
YSSY-YMML: TESAT WOL H65 RAZZI Q29 ML
YSSY-YSCB: TESAT WOL H65 RAZZI CB
YSCB-YMML: CB TANTA Q29 LIZZI ML
YSCB-YSSY: CB TANTA W423 CULIN Y59 RIVET TESAT
Controllers:
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 Saturday evening, no controllers will be added to the roster. Positions that do not have a nominated controller (i.e. no controller assigned on the position) will remain free for all controllers available on the day to control.
*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. Please review the controller NOTAM here for detailed information about which Non-Standard Positions are automatically authorized.
Login Identifier: Radio Callsign: Frequency: SY_DEL Sydney Delivery 133.800 SY_GND Sydney Ground 126.500 SY_TWR Sydney Tower 120.500 SY_APP Sydney Approach 124.400 SY-D_APP* Sydney Director 126.100 SY_DEP* Sydney Departures 123.000 ML_DEL Melbourne Delivery 127.200 ML_GND Melbourne Ground 121.700 ML_TWR Melbourne Tower 120.500 ML_APP Melbourne Approach 132.000 ML_DEP* Melbourne Departures 118.900 CB_GND Canberra Ground 121.700 CB_TWR Canberra Tower 118.700 CB_APP Canberra Approach 124.500 ML-WOL_CTR Melbourne Centre 125.000 ML-SNO_CTR Melbourne Centre 124.000 ML-ELW_CTR* Melbourne Centre 123.750
Scenery:
YMML - Melbourne International Airport:
Payware - ORBX (FSX/P3D)
Freeware - AVSIM (FSX/P3D)
Freeware - ISDG (xPlane)
YSCB - Canberra Airport:
Payware - ORBX (FSX/P3D)
Freeware - FlyAwaySimulations (FSX/P3D)
Freeware - tdg (xPlane)
YSSY - Sydney International Airport:
Payware - FlyTampa v2 (FSX/P3D)
Freeware - AVSIM (FSX/P3D)
Freeware - ISDG (xPlane)
This Weeks Flight on 24th March 2021 is a scenic flight over the interior of Venezuela and Brazil. It is a round trip starting and finishing at Santa Elena de Uairen (SVSE).
Scenery Suggested: It is left to the discretion of pilots whatever scenery they wish to use including other platforms.
Aircraft Suggested: Any GA capable of 120-150kias
Comms: Unicom 122.80 unless instructed by ATC
Flight Details: LINK T&G's at pilot discretion
Weather: Real time weather, fair weather if conditions are not suitable.
Flight Plan:(SVSE-SVSE)< Just click on this link for Flight Plan for .pln, .plg and .fms
Scenery Suggested: It is left to the discretion of pilots whatever scenery they wish to use including other platforms.
Aircraft Suggested: Any GA capable of 120-150kias
Comms: Unicom 122.80 unless instructed by ATC
Flight Details: LINK T&G's at pilot discretion
Weather: Real time weather, fair weather if conditions are not suitable.
Flight Plan:(SVSE-SVSE)< Just click on this link for Flight Plan for .pln, .plg and .fms
VATPAC invites you to a new regular quarterly event where we explore the Pacific Islands within VATPAC Airspace. On the last Friday of each quarter you can expect to be invited to fly routes across Melanesia, Polynesia, Micronesia and many other islands in our very own backyard.
This Round:
This quarter we are exploring the beautiful landscape of New Caledonia and Port Vila. We invite you to fly between the beautiful airports of Noumea Airport (NWWW) and Port Vila Airport (NVVV) between 0730z - 1130z.
Route:
VATPAC recommends the following route for pilots flying between the two nominated airfields.
NWWW - NVVV:
ROUTE: LTO NIPOG B590 LEDIT VLI
NVVV - NWWW:
ROUTE: VLI LEDIT B590 NIPOG LECNA SARAM TOSAM LTO
Controllers:
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 Tuesday (23MAR21) evening, no new controllers will be added to the roster. Positions that do not have a nominated controller (i.e. no controller assigned on the position) will remain free for all controllers available on the day to control.
Login Identifier: Radio Callsign: Frequency: NVVV_TWR Vila Tower 118.300 NWWW_APP Tontouta Approach 128.300 NWWW_TWR Tontouta Tower 118.100 NVVV_CTR Vila Centre 120.700 NFFF_FSS Nadi Radio 123.600 Controllers are reminded that NVVV_TWR is classified as a procedural aerodrome. S2 Controllers looking to provide ATC during this event on NVVV_TWR must hold a Procedural Endorsement. S3 or higher rated controllers are already endorsed to provide procedural services.
Check out the airspace organization for Fiji and Noumea here --> https://vatpac.org/controllers/airspace/
Scenery:
NVVV - Port Vila:
Freeware - AVSIM (P3D)
Freeware - Scenery Packages (xPlane)
NWWW - Noumea:
Freeware - AVSIM (P3D)
Feedback about this event should be directed via https://feedback.vatpac.org - We hope to see you at this event!
This Round:
This quarter we are exploring the beautiful landscape of New Caledonia and Port Vila. We invite you to fly between the beautiful airports of Noumea Airport (NWWW) and Port Vila Airport (NVVV) between 0730z - 1130z.
Route:
VATPAC recommends the following route for pilots flying between the two nominated airfields.
NWWW - NVVV:
ROUTE: LTO NIPOG B590 LEDIT VLI
NVVV - NWWW:
ROUTE: VLI LEDIT B590 NIPOG LECNA SARAM TOSAM LTO
Controllers:
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 Tuesday (23MAR21) evening, no new controllers will be added to the roster. Positions that do not have a nominated controller (i.e. no controller assigned on the position) will remain free for all controllers available on the day to control.
Login Identifier: Radio Callsign: Frequency: NVVV_TWR Vila Tower 118.300 NWWW_APP Tontouta Approach 128.300 NWWW_TWR Tontouta Tower 118.100 NVVV_CTR Vila Centre 120.700 NFFF_FSS Nadi Radio 123.600 Controllers are reminded that NVVV_TWR is classified as a procedural aerodrome. S2 Controllers looking to provide ATC during this event on NVVV_TWR must hold a Procedural Endorsement. S3 or higher rated controllers are already endorsed to provide procedural services.
Check out the airspace organization for Fiji and Noumea here --> https://vatpac.org/controllers/airspace/
Scenery:
NVVV - Port Vila:
Freeware - AVSIM (P3D)
Freeware - Scenery Packages (xPlane)
NWWW - Noumea:
Freeware - AVSIM (P3D)
Feedback about this event should be directed via https://feedback.vatpac.org - We hope to see you at this event!
Simulation 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: 169 nm via direct GPS route, approx 190 nm along the coast.
Est Flight Time: approx 80 mins
Aircraft: Any GA aircraft capable of 120 to 140 kias.
Altitude: Not above FL125.
Flight plan
File as: YABA YDEK YWPE YAUG YLUW YMGT
GPS flight plan is available for FSX/P3D .pln, MSFS2020 .pln, X-Plane .fms and Little Navmap.
Navigation: Pilots are encouraged to navigate visually along the coast. For those less familiar the accompanying GPS flight plan is the recommended method of navigation.
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.
Scenery
Due to the plethora of simulation platforms now being used, scenery is left to the discretion of each pilot. Updated X-Plane scenery is available here.
Flight details
ALBANY [YABA] Takeoff
elev: 233
rwy: 05/23 14/32 asphalt
CTAF: 127.85
NDB: ABA 240
DME: ABA 109.7
DENMARK [YDEK] T&G - H-272° D-20 nm
elev: 230
rwy: 09/27 asphalt
CTAF: 127.85
WALPOLE [YWPE] T&G - H-271° D-35 nm
elev: 59
rwy: 13/31 dirt
CTAF: 124.3
WINDY HARBOUR LIGHTHOUSE - H-284° D-35 nm
CAPE LEEUWIN LIGHTHOUSE - H-306° D-51 nm
Cape Leeuwin is the most south-westerly point on the Australian mainland and the point where the Southern Ocean meets the Indian Ocean.
AUGUSTA [YAUG] T&G - H-023° D-4 nm
elev: 120
rwy: 15/33 asphalt
CTAF: 126.7
LEEUWIN ESTATE [YLUW] T&G - H-347° D-19.6 nm
elev: 277
rwy: 15/33 dirt
CTAF: 126.7
MARGARET RIVER [YMGT] Land - H-030° D-5.7 nm
elev: 374
rwy: 02/20 asphalt
CTAF: 126.7 Chart
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: 169 nm via direct GPS route, approx 190 nm along the coast.
Est Flight Time: approx 80 mins
Aircraft: Any GA aircraft capable of 120 to 140 kias.
Altitude: Not above FL125.
Flight plan
File as: YABA YDEK YWPE YAUG YLUW YMGT
GPS flight plan is available for FSX/P3D .pln, MSFS2020 .pln, X-Plane .fms and Little Navmap.
Navigation: Pilots are encouraged to navigate visually along the coast. For those less familiar the accompanying GPS flight plan is the recommended method of navigation.
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.
Scenery
Due to the plethora of simulation platforms now being used, scenery is left to the discretion of each pilot. Updated X-Plane scenery is available here.
Flight details
ALBANY [YABA] Takeoff
elev: 233
rwy: 05/23 14/32 asphalt
CTAF: 127.85
NDB: ABA 240
DME: ABA 109.7
DENMARK [YDEK] T&G - H-272° D-20 nm
elev: 230
rwy: 09/27 asphalt
CTAF: 127.85
WALPOLE [YWPE] T&G - H-271° D-35 nm
elev: 59
rwy: 13/31 dirt
CTAF: 124.3
WINDY HARBOUR LIGHTHOUSE - H-284° D-35 nm
CAPE LEEUWIN LIGHTHOUSE - H-306° D-51 nm
Cape Leeuwin is the most south-westerly point on the Australian mainland and the point where the Southern Ocean meets the Indian Ocean.
AUGUSTA [YAUG] T&G - H-023° D-4 nm
elev: 120
rwy: 15/33 asphalt
CTAF: 126.7
LEEUWIN ESTATE [YLUW] T&G - H-347° D-19.6 nm
elev: 277
rwy: 15/33 dirt
CTAF: 126.7
MARGARET RIVER [YMGT] Land - H-030° D-5.7 nm
elev: 374
rwy: 02/20 asphalt
CTAF: 126.7 Chart
Simulation 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: 174 nm
Est Flight Time: approx 75 mins
Aircraft: Any GA aircraft capable of 140 to 160 kias (and capable of carrying a few cases of wine).
Altitude: Not above FL125.
Flight plan
File as: YMGT YNAU YMJM YKKN YFRK YCRN YABA
GPS flight plan is available FSX/P3D .pln, MSFS2020 .pln, X-Plane .fms and Little Navmap.
Navigation: Pilots sufficiently familiar with the region may navigate visually. For those less familiar the accompanying GPS flight plan is the recommended method of navigation.
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.
Scenery
Due to the plethora of simulation platforms now being used, scenery is left to the discretion of each pilot. Updated X-Plane scenery is available here.
Flight details
MARGARET RIVER [YMGT] Takeoff
elev: 374
rwy: 02/20 asphalt
CTAF: 126.7
NANNUP [YNAU] T&G - H-104° D-32 nm
elev: 498
rwy: 09/27 17/35 dirt
CTAF: 131.25
MANJIMUP [YMJM] T&G - H-127° D-25 nm
elev: 940
rwy: 12/30 asphalt
CTAF: 126.7
KIN KIN RETREAT [YKKN] T&G - H-130° D-11.4 nm
elev: 400
rwy: 09/27 grass
CTAF: 126.7
FRANKLAND VALLEY VINEYARD [AU91] T&G - H-089° D-31 nm
elev: 787
rwy: 09/27 dirt
CTAF: 123.9
FRANKLAND [YFRK] T&G - H-141° D-5.2 nm
elev: 800
rwy: 05/23 dirt
CTAF: 123.9
CRANBROOK [YCRN/AU90] T&G - H-075° D-28 nm or visual along Cranbrook-Frankland Road
elev: 835
rwy 10/28 grass
CTAF: 126.7
ALBANY [YABA] Land - H-165° D-42 nm or visual along the Albany Highway
elev: 233
rwy: 05/23 14/32 asphalt
CTAF: 127.85
NDB: ABA 240
DME: ABA 109.7 Chart
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: 174 nm
Est Flight Time: approx 75 mins
Aircraft: Any GA aircraft capable of 140 to 160 kias (and capable of carrying a few cases of wine).
Altitude: Not above FL125.
Flight plan
File as: YMGT YNAU YMJM YKKN YFRK YCRN YABA
GPS flight plan is available FSX/P3D .pln, MSFS2020 .pln, X-Plane .fms and Little Navmap.
Navigation: Pilots sufficiently familiar with the region may navigate visually. For those less familiar the accompanying GPS flight plan is the recommended method of navigation.
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.
Scenery
Due to the plethora of simulation platforms now being used, scenery is left to the discretion of each pilot. Updated X-Plane scenery is available here.
Flight details
MARGARET RIVER [YMGT] Takeoff
elev: 374
rwy: 02/20 asphalt
CTAF: 126.7
NANNUP [YNAU] T&G - H-104° D-32 nm
elev: 498
rwy: 09/27 17/35 dirt
CTAF: 131.25
MANJIMUP [YMJM] T&G - H-127° D-25 nm
elev: 940
rwy: 12/30 asphalt
CTAF: 126.7
KIN KIN RETREAT [YKKN] T&G - H-130° D-11.4 nm
elev: 400
rwy: 09/27 grass
CTAF: 126.7
FRANKLAND VALLEY VINEYARD [AU91] T&G - H-089° D-31 nm
elev: 787
rwy: 09/27 dirt
CTAF: 123.9
FRANKLAND [YFRK] T&G - H-141° D-5.2 nm
elev: 800
rwy: 05/23 dirt
CTAF: 123.9
CRANBROOK [YCRN/AU90] T&G - H-075° D-28 nm or visual along Cranbrook-Frankland Road
elev: 835
rwy 10/28 grass
CTAF: 126.7
ALBANY [YABA] Land - H-165° D-42 nm or visual along the Albany Highway
elev: 233
rwy: 05/23 14/32 asphalt
CTAF: 127.85
NDB: ABA 240
DME: ABA 109.7 Chart
We always know that the month is drawing to a close when Spilled Milk Run makes its way back into the events calendar. This week we are taking you to the western states of the Australian coast.
Fly between Karratha Airport (YPKA) and Perth International Airport (YPPH) with the expectation of ATC services throughout the flight!
Traffic Levels usually begin to pick up around 0800z and peak between 0900-1030z.
Routes:
We recommend the following routes to fly between Karratha & Perth, however you are also welcome to fly to any airport in between these airfields!
YPPH - YPKA:
ROUTE: PH AVNEX Y15 VETEL KA
YPKA - YPPH:
ROUTE: KA COBRA L514 REVOP Q38 JULIM PH
ATC:
Positions during Spilled Milk Run are NOT rostered. Positions are often filled up fast 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!)
Login Identifier: Radio Callsign: Frequency: KA_GND Karratha Ground 123.550 KA_TWR Karratha Tower 127.350 PH_DEL Perth Delivery 118.550 PH_GND Perth Ground 121.700 PH_TWR Perth Tower 127.400 PH_APP Perth Approach 123.600 ML-ESP_CTR Melbourne Centre 123.950 ML-ORE_CTR Melbourne Centre 127.000
Scenery:
YPPH - Perth
MFSG - Payware (P3D/FSX)
Axonos - Payware (X-Plane 11)
Rasho - Freeware (X-Plane)
YPKA - Karratha
WEDbot - Freeware (X-Plane)
Other
Payware - ORBX Australia v2 (Needed for some addons)
Fly between Karratha Airport (YPKA) and Perth International Airport (YPPH) with the expectation of ATC services throughout the flight!
Traffic Levels usually begin to pick up around 0800z and peak between 0900-1030z.
Routes:
We recommend the following routes to fly between Karratha & Perth, however you are also welcome to fly to any airport in between these airfields!
YPPH - YPKA:
ROUTE: PH AVNEX Y15 VETEL KA
YPKA - YPPH:
ROUTE: KA COBRA L514 REVOP Q38 JULIM PH
ATC:
Positions during Spilled Milk Run are NOT rostered. Positions are often filled up fast 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!)
Login Identifier: Radio Callsign: Frequency: KA_GND Karratha Ground 123.550 KA_TWR Karratha Tower 127.350 PH_DEL Perth Delivery 118.550 PH_GND Perth Ground 121.700 PH_TWR Perth Tower 127.400 PH_APP Perth Approach 123.600 ML-ESP_CTR Melbourne Centre 123.950 ML-ORE_CTR Melbourne Centre 127.000
Scenery:
YPPH - Perth
MFSG - Payware (P3D/FSX)
Axonos - Payware (X-Plane 11)
Rasho - Freeware (X-Plane)
YPKA - Karratha
WEDbot - Freeware (X-Plane)
Other
Payware - ORBX Australia v2 (Needed for some addons)
Spotlight Series : NZA Simulations YMHB & YCBG For MSFS | 30MAR21 (0800z - 1200z)
Fly into or depart from either Hobart Airport (YMHB) or Cambridge Aerodrome (YCBG) from Melbourne (YMML & YMEN) or Launceston (YMLT) and experience the latest flight simulation has to offer.
The spotlight series will showcase new simulator products like planes, scenery and utilities from all simulators and clients. This semi-regular event will follow closely after the release of these new products giving you a great chance to experience these products in all their glory. This week we are exploring the newly released YMHB and YCBG airports for MSFS. Don't fear we will feature the latest addons from X-Plane and Prepar3D when they are released, and you definitely don't require these addons to participate.
Who are NZA Simulations?
NZA Simulations which stands for New Zealand Australia Simulations, is a development team consisting of 6 developers, 5 of which are from the Oceanic Region and active members within VATPAC and VATNZ. Starting development soon after the release of Microsoft Flight Simulator, NZA Simulations released a series of freeware community-based sceneries for places like Kalgoorlie-Boulder (YPKG) and Rotorua (NZRO) to mention a few. Known for their detailed interiors and stunning PBR NZA Simulations have brought Hobart International Airport (YMHB) and Cambridge Aerodrome (YCBG) both into stunning detail with their payware scenery debut.
NZA Simulations - Website NZA Simulations - Discord NZA Simulations - Facebook
Hobart International Airport (YMHB) & Cambridge Aerodrome (YCBG)
Hobart Airport (YMHB) is Tasmania’s gateway passenger airport, with over 60% of all domestic travel into the state. Located within minutes of Hobart's second airport, Cambridge Aerodrome (YCBG), the airport offers stunning views as both arriving and departing flight paths are over the water. NZA's representation includes over 8800 hand places objects with 41 unique custom buildings and a fully modelled terminal interior and Skybus.
Cambridge Aerodrome (YCBG) is the home of general aviation in Southern Tasmania. Today, it is the base of Par Avion, which specialises in day trips and scenic flights around Hobart and the South West Wilderness of Tasmania and flight training. NZA's representation includes over 6140 hand-placed objects, 57 unique custom buildings and 2 custom C172 Par Avion liveries.
Event Details
Suggested Route (YMHB)
YMHB - YMML: HB TASUM H111 LT H215 WAREN W687 ML
YMML - YMHB: ML SUNTI H169 IRSOM V33 TASUM HB
YMHB - YMLT: HB TASUM H111 KANLI LT
YMLT - YMHB: LT MORGO BUSKA HB
Suggested Route (YCBG)
YCBG - YMEN: HB TASUM H111 LT H215 WAREN W495 MONTY V512 ESDAN EN
YMEN - YCBG: MB YTDN YFLI LT
YCBG- YMLT: HB KAREN LT
YMLT - YCBG: LT CLARK HB
Requested ATC Controllers
This event is not rostered. Controllers who wish to control during this event should log on early to secure a spot.
Additional Scenery
YMHB - Hobart Airport:
Freeware - George Goodman (FSX/P3D)
Freeware - Aus Scenery Design (X-Plane)
Payware - NZA Simulations (MSFS)
YCBG - Cambridge Aerodrome:
Payware - NZA Simulations (MSFS)
YMML - Melbourne Airport:
Payware - ORBX (FSX/P3D)
Freeware - AVSIM (FSX/P3D)
Freeware - ISDG (X-Plane)
YMEN - Essendon Fields Airport:
Payware - ORBX (FSX/P3D)
YMLT - Launceston Airport:
Freeware - ORBX (FSX/P3D)
Freeware - CDG (X-Plane)
VATPAC is not affiliated with NZA Simulations and has not been payed to produce this content.
Fly into or depart from either Hobart Airport (YMHB) or Cambridge Aerodrome (YCBG) from Melbourne (YMML & YMEN) or Launceston (YMLT) and experience the latest flight simulation has to offer.
The spotlight series will showcase new simulator products like planes, scenery and utilities from all simulators and clients. This semi-regular event will follow closely after the release of these new products giving you a great chance to experience these products in all their glory. This week we are exploring the newly released YMHB and YCBG airports for MSFS. Don't fear we will feature the latest addons from X-Plane and Prepar3D when they are released, and you definitely don't require these addons to participate.
Who are NZA Simulations?
NZA Simulations which stands for New Zealand Australia Simulations, is a development team consisting of 6 developers, 5 of which are from the Oceanic Region and active members within VATPAC and VATNZ. Starting development soon after the release of Microsoft Flight Simulator, NZA Simulations released a series of freeware community-based sceneries for places like Kalgoorlie-Boulder (YPKG) and Rotorua (NZRO) to mention a few. Known for their detailed interiors and stunning PBR NZA Simulations have brought Hobart International Airport (YMHB) and Cambridge Aerodrome (YCBG) both into stunning detail with their payware scenery debut.
NZA Simulations - Website NZA Simulations - Discord NZA Simulations - Facebook
Hobart International Airport (YMHB) & Cambridge Aerodrome (YCBG)
Hobart Airport (YMHB) is Tasmania’s gateway passenger airport, with over 60% of all domestic travel into the state. Located within minutes of Hobart's second airport, Cambridge Aerodrome (YCBG), the airport offers stunning views as both arriving and departing flight paths are over the water. NZA's representation includes over 8800 hand places objects with 41 unique custom buildings and a fully modelled terminal interior and Skybus.
Cambridge Aerodrome (YCBG) is the home of general aviation in Southern Tasmania. Today, it is the base of Par Avion, which specialises in day trips and scenic flights around Hobart and the South West Wilderness of Tasmania and flight training. NZA's representation includes over 6140 hand-placed objects, 57 unique custom buildings and 2 custom C172 Par Avion liveries.
Event Details
Suggested Route (YMHB)
YMHB - YMML: HB TASUM H111 LT H215 WAREN W687 ML
YMML - YMHB: ML SUNTI H169 IRSOM V33 TASUM HB
YMHB - YMLT: HB TASUM H111 KANLI LT
YMLT - YMHB: LT MORGO BUSKA HB
Suggested Route (YCBG)
YCBG - YMEN: HB TASUM H111 LT H215 WAREN W495 MONTY V512 ESDAN EN
YMEN - YCBG: MB YTDN YFLI LT
YCBG- YMLT: HB KAREN LT
YMLT - YCBG: LT CLARK HB
Requested ATC Controllers
This event is not rostered. Controllers who wish to control during this event should log on early to secure a spot.
Additional Scenery
YMHB - Hobart Airport:
Freeware - George Goodman (FSX/P3D)
Freeware - Aus Scenery Design (X-Plane)
Payware - NZA Simulations (MSFS)
YCBG - Cambridge Aerodrome:
Payware - NZA Simulations (MSFS)
YMML - Melbourne Airport:
Payware - ORBX (FSX/P3D)
Freeware - AVSIM (FSX/P3D)
Freeware - ISDG (X-Plane)
YMEN - Essendon Fields Airport:
Payware - ORBX (FSX/P3D)
YMLT - Launceston Airport:
Freeware - ORBX (FSX/P3D)
Freeware - CDG (X-Plane)
VATPAC is not affiliated with NZA Simulations and has not been payed to produce this content.
This flight courtesy of Col Williams YMA123
This Weeks Flight on 31st March 2021 is a flight in the Indonesian province of West Papua. The flight commences at Rendani (WASR) situated near the provincial capital Manokwari at the top western part of West Papua will depart to the south and fly a clockwise back to Rendani (WASR).
This is believed to be a challenging flight to test skills although there is no compulsion to complete T&G's, that is at pilot's discretion.
Flight time appears short at 41 minutes however allowance has been made for location of airfields.
Scenery Suggested:
MSFS2020 Whilst the airfields are there they could be challenging to locate and flight plans provided may be approximate.
X-Plane 11 All airfields can be obtained from Baz Roberts IndonesiaPak200924.zip. Just read down the list to locate the download which is quite small at only 24MB and will enhance the experience.
Aircraft Suggested: Any GA capable of STOL and 140kias.
Comms: Unicom 122.80 unless instructed by ATC
Flight Details: LINK T&G's at pilot discretion
Weather: Real time weather, fair weather if conditions are not suitable.
Flight Plan:(WASR-WASR)< Just click on this link for Flight Plan for .pln, .plg and .fms
This Weeks Flight on 31st March 2021 is a flight in the Indonesian province of West Papua. The flight commences at Rendani (WASR) situated near the provincial capital Manokwari at the top western part of West Papua will depart to the south and fly a clockwise back to Rendani (WASR).
This is believed to be a challenging flight to test skills although there is no compulsion to complete T&G's, that is at pilot's discretion.
Flight time appears short at 41 minutes however allowance has been made for location of airfields.
Scenery Suggested:
MSFS2020 Whilst the airfields are there they could be challenging to locate and flight plans provided may be approximate.
X-Plane 11 All airfields can be obtained from Baz Roberts IndonesiaPak200924.zip. Just read down the list to locate the download which is quite small at only 24MB and will enhance the experience.
Aircraft Suggested: Any GA capable of STOL and 140kias.
Comms: Unicom 122.80 unless instructed by ATC
Flight Details: LINK T&G's at pilot discretion
Weather: Real time weather, fair weather if conditions are not suitable.
Flight Plan:(WASR-WASR)< Just click on this link for Flight Plan for .pln, .plg and .fms
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Upcoming Events
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17 May 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: 130 nm
Est Flight Time: approx 75 min
Aircraft: Cessna 172 or similar aircraft capable of 110 kias.
Altitude: Remain in Class G airspace outside Albury CTR. See waypoint notes below.
Flight plan
File as: YMAY JIA BMK YJER YCNO YDLQ
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
ALBURY [YMAY] Takeoff
elev: 539
rwy: 07/25 asphalt
TWR/CTAF: 123.25
VOR/DME: AY 115.6
Tune DME to Albury VOR/DME.
Not above 2000 ft within 11 DME AY or as directed by ATC.
JINDERA [JIN] overfly not above 2000 ft - visual along Urana Road
Not above 2500 ft within 16 DME AY
Not above 8500 ft beyond 16 DME AY
BURRUMBUTTOCK [BMK] overfly - visual along Urana Road
WALBUNDRIE SHOWGROUND overfly - visual along Urana Road
URANA overfly - visual along Urana Road
JERILDERIE [YJER] T&G - visual along Collingillie Road and the Newell Highway
elev: 360
rwy: 01/19 asphalt
CTAF: 126.7
CONARGO [YCNO] T&G - visual along Conargo Road
elev: 304
rwy: 06/24 dirt
CTAF: 126.7
DENILIQUIN [YDLQ] Land - visual along Conargo Road
elev: 316
rwy: 06/24 asphalt
rwy: 12/30 clay
CTAF: 119.0 Charts
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19 May 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: 154 nm
Est Flight Time: approx 75 min
Aircraft: Any GA aircraft capable of 130 kias.
Altitude: Remain in Class G airspace outside Albury CTR. See waypoint notes below.
Flight plan
File as: YDLQ YECH YTOC YCOR HWG PIG YMAY
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
DENILIQUIN [YDLQ] Takeoff
elev: 316
rwy: 06/24 asphalt
rwy: 12/30 clay
CTAF: 119.0
ECHUCA [YECH] T&G - visual along the Cobb Highway
elev: 323
rwy: 17/35 asphalt
rwy: 05/23 gravel
CTAF: 119.1
TOCUMWAL [YTOC] T&G - visual along the Murray River
elev: 372
rwy: 09/27 18/36 asphalt
CTAF: 125.5
COROWA [YCOR] T&G - visual along the Murray River
elev: 469
rwy: 05/23 14/32 asphalt
CTAF: 132.45
Not above 8500 ft after Corowa.
Tune DME to Albury VOR/DME (AY 115.6)
HOWLONG [HWG] overfly not above 8500 ft - visual along the Murray River
*** Inbound reporting point ***
Not above 2500 ft within 16 DME AY
Not aove 2000 ft within 11 DME AY
PIGGERY [PIG] overfly not above 2000 ft - visual along the Riverina Highway
If Albury TWR is active, do not proceed until given circuit instructions.
ALBURY [YMAY] Land - visual along the Riverina Highway
elev: 539
rwy: 07/25 asphalt
TWR/CTAF: 123.25
VOR/DME: AY 115.6 Charts
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22 May 2024 09:00 AM Until 10:30 AM
0This Weeks Flight on 22nd May 2024 takes us to the southern tip of South America and the southern tip of Patagonia. Departure from Punta Arenas (SCCI) in Chile to Ushuaia (SAWH), Tierra del Fuego province of Argentina.
Flight planned by Dan McKee YMA555
Aircraft Suggested: Note that aircraft will need to be capable of 180kias otherwise it would be quite a lengthy flight.
Comms: Unicom 122.80 unless instructed by ATC
Flight Details: Details
Weather: Real time weather, fair weather if conditions are not suitable.
Flight Plan:(SCCI-SAWH)< Just click on this link for Flight Plan for MSFS and XP
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24 May 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: 165 nm
Est Flight Time: approx 75 min
Aircraft: Any GA aircraft capable of 140 kias.
Altitude: Not above FL125. Suggested 2500 ft.
Flight plan
File as: YNTN YDOO YTLW YAGD YWER YAML YBKT
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
NORMANTON [YNTN] Takeoff
elev: 73
rwy: 13/32 asphalt
CTAF: 126.7
NDB: NTN 311
DONORS HILL [YDOO] T&G - visual along the Burke Development Road
elev: 123
rwy: 03/21 dirt
rwy: 07/25 grass
CTAF: 126.7
TALAWANTA [YTLW] T&G - visual along Augustus Downs Road
elev: 120
rwy: 03/21 dirt
CTAF: 126.7
AUGUSTUS DOWNS [YAGD] T&G - visual along Augustus Downs Road
elev: 88
rwy: 02/20 gravel
CTAF: 126.7
WERNADINGA [YWER] T&G - visual along Nardoo-Burketown Road
elev: 59
rwy: 01/19 dirt
CTAF: 126.7
ARMRAYNALD [YAML] T&G - visual along Nardoo-Burketown Road
elev: 5
rwy: 07/25 dirt
CTAF: 126.7
BURKETOWN [YBKT] Land - visual along Nardoo-Burketown Road
elev: 21
rwy: 03/21 asphalt
CTAF: 123.25 Chart
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26 May 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: 134 nm
Est Flight Time: approx 75 min
Aircraft: Cessna 172 or similar aircraft capable of 110 kias.
Altitude: Not above FL125. Suggested 1500 ft.
Flight plan
File as: YBKT YESC YKMB YMGL YNTN
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
BURKETOWN [YBKT] Takeoff
elev: 21
rwy: 03/21 asphalt
CTAF: 123.25
ESCOTT [YESC] T&G - visual along Escott Road
elev: 49
rwy: 17/35 dirt
CTAF: 126.7
PASCO INLET overfly - visual along the Nicholson River
ALBERT RIVER overfly - visual along the coast
MORNING INLET overfly - visual along the coast
FLINDERS RIVER overfly - visual along the coast
BYNOE INLET overfly - visual along the coast
KARUMBA [YKMB] T&G - visual along the coast
elev: 18
rwy: 03/21 asphalt
CTAF: 126.7
MAGGIEBILLE [YMGL] T&G - visual along Karumba Road
elev: 27
rwy: 08/26 dirt
CTAF: 126.7
NORMANTON [YNTN] Land - visual along Burke Development Road
elev: 73
rwy: 13/32 asphalt
CTAF: 126.7
NDB: NTN 311 Chart
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