Joshua M - 1342084

September 18, 2021

Congratulations to @Jack Robinsonwho passed his S3 rating less than an hour ago!

Looking forward to seeing you on the network!!!

September 11, 2021

Congratulations to @Daniel Schmidtwho passed his S2 rating this afternoon with Flying Colors!!!

See you on the network soon

September 8, 2021

Hi Nikola,

What Kirk has said is correct - Please refer to this page as well (https://vatpac.org/help/getting-starting-vatsys/) for some more details specific to setting up the scope.

https://academy.vatpac.org/ also has some good details in the S2 course for you as you begin your training

13 hours ago, Nikola Zaric said:

Also the support tickets aren't working for me for some reason. Can't sign in with my VATSIM login or create an account. Hopefully that gets sorted out soon. Thanks in advance guys,

Can you please send me a photo of the error you receive on helpdesk? May help us isolate the issue for you.

September 5, 2021

Hi David,

The above guys are correct. VATPAC can not control members individual conduct over the network with regards to the specific points you have raised.

Kindly remember that although this is a 'realistic environment', everyone has their own interpretation of how realistic they wish to be in their flying and controlling sessions.

As has been noted. If you have an issue with someone's conduct, the best thing to do is contact a VATSIM Supervisor.

If you have any questions, feel free to direct them to me over DM on the forums, or utilise the helpdesk that Kirk has outlined.

Thanks,

August 29, 2021

Good Morning Everyone,

With lockdowns around Australia continuing to remain in force, VATPAC has seen an increase in the number of Controllers and Pilots during Milk Run Monday. This has resulted in a higher level of traffic, and longer delays throughout the event.

In order to increase the smooth running of this event. VATPAC is trialing the introduction of the to the following during all Milk Run Monday events.

VATPAC Event Coordinators will be active to assist in the smooth running of the event and ensuring ATC services remain online. You can see any coordinator during these events in the Member List on the VATPAC Discord who have the @eventcoordinator role. Coordinators may also be logged on with the VATPAC35 callsign.
Non-Standard positions will be activated in accordance with the Controller Positions and Ratings Policy. We will be looking to open more Non-Standards than in the past to decrease controller workload, and increase efficiency during Milk Run events.

This trial will be active during September and October of 2021.

August 29, 2021

NOTAM: ATC Controlling Positions During Spilled Milk Run Monday

1 INTRODUCTION
The following NOTAM is for the reservation of positions and the authorisation of non-standard positions under the Controller Positions and Ratings Policy during Spilled Milk Run Monday events.

2 NOTAM Mode
This NOTAM revolves around two different modes depending on the time zone status within Australia.

Mode A: Daylight Saving Mode
While VIC, NSW, SA, AS and ACT are in daylight savings mode (Early OCT - Early APR) Spilled Milk Run Monday positions are reserved from 0730z-1130z
Mode B: Normal Operations Mode
When all eastern states operate on AEST (Early APR - Early OCT) Spilled Milk Run Monday positions are reserved from 0800z-1200z

Current Active Mode: Mode B
Reservation Time: 0800z-1200z

Please note, all positions in 3 RESERVED POSITIONS are reserved during the time NOTED above.

3 RESERVED POSITIONS
In accordance with Section 4.2 of the VATPAC Controller Positions and Ratings Policy, inclusive of all the limitations within, any position listed in any Spilled Milk Run Monday Event published in the Event Announcements thread are reserved during the event time noted above on the last Monday of each month.

The following positions are reserved on Monday the 30th August 2021 from 0800-1200z:

BN_DEL
BN_GND
BN_TWR
BN_APP
BN_DEP
CG_DEL
CG_GND
CG_TWR
CG_APP
WLM_DEL
WLM_GND
WLM_TWR
WLM_APP
TW_GND
TW_TWR
BN-DOS_CTR
BN-MDE_CTR

The above position list will be updated each calendar month to reflect the positions for each Spilled Milk Run Monday event.

4 ROSTER
The Controller Roster for Spilled Milk Run Monday can be found on the VATPAC Events Website.

5 AUTHORISATION
This NOTAM is under the authority of the following;

Joshua Micallef - 1342084 | Director of Events ([email protected])

6 CANCELLATION
This NOTAM is active unless cancelled by the Director of Events or Division Director.

7 APPENDIX
The below photo is to define the difference between available and rostered positions. As an example; SY_TWR, SY_APP and BN-MDE_CTR are demonstrated, the same applies for all positions rostered by this NOTAM.

*Time in example photo is AEST (from 08z - 12z)*

BN-MDE_CTR is free from 1100-1200z for any controller to provide ATC services
SY_APP is free from 0900-1000z for any controller to provide ATC services
SY_TWR is free from 1000-1200z for any controller to provide ATC services

Controllers who are on the roster have priority of the position during their nominated times. Controllers not on the roster must relinquish the controller position to the rostered controller.

Any queries regarding this NOTAM can be directed to the Events Department via https://helpdesk.vatpac.org/

August 29, 2021

We are seeking feedback from your experience during Darwin - Denpasar Return!

From behind the scope, it appeared to be a major success!

https://vats.im/pac/ddr-feedback

August 28, 2021

NOTAM: Positions Reserved For Darwin - Denpasar Return

1 INTRODUCTION
The following positions are reserved under section 4.1 of the VATPAC Controller Positions and Ratings Policy. This NOTAM is the reservation of the positions noted in 2 RESERVED POSITIONS for the purpose of Darwin - Denpasar Return.

2 RESERVED POSITIONS
The following positions are reserved from 0800z to 1400z on the 28th of August 2021.

BN-TRT_CTR
DN_APP
DN_TWR
DN_GND
DN_DEL

3 AUTHORITY
This NOTAM is under the authority of the following:

Joshua Micallef - Director of Events (events[at]vatpac.org)

4 CONTACT
The nominated event coordinator(s) for this event are:

Chris Gardiner - (c.gardiner[at]vatpac.org)
Joshua Micallef - (events[at]vatpac.org)

Event Coordinators will be available for contact on the VATPAC Discord, using the @eventcoordinator role. They can also be contacted via PM over the VATSIM network. They may also be logged onto the network as VATPAC35.

5 ROSTER
The roster for Darwin - Denpasar Return can be viewed here.

If you have any questions about the roster, or with to have it amended, please contact roster[at]vatpac.org.

If you find yourself free during the event, and wish to offer your ATC services, please contact one of the dedicated event coordinators.

6 CANCELLATION
This NOTAM will self-cancel at 1400z on the 28th of August 2021.

August 22, 2021

Wow! What an event that was!

Surely looked busy from the sidelines! We, as always, are looking for your feedback about this event.

It only takes a few minutes, and is greatly appreciated by the whole team!

http://vats.im/pac/bbec-feedback

August 19, 2021

Massive congratulations to @Nicholas Gormanwho passed his S2 assessment this morning!

Well done mate! See you behind the scope soon!!!

August 19, 2021

The controller roster for Light Up Pacific has been released.

It can be viewed at https://events.vatpac.org/light-up-pacific

August 12, 2021

NOTAM: Position Reserved For Slotmania Sydney

1 INTRODUCTION
The following positions are reserved under section 4.1 of the VATPAC Controller Positions and Ratings Policy. This NOTAM is the reservation of the positions noted in 2 RESERVED POSITIONS for the purpose of Slotmania Sydney.

2 RESERVED POSITIONS
The following positions are reserved from 0600z to 1000z on the 15th of August 2021.

BN-MDE_CTR
ML-WOL_CTR
SY_APP
SY-D_APP
SY_DEP
SY_TWR
SY-E_TWR
SY_GND
SY-E_GND
SY_DEL

3 AUTHORITY
This NOTAM is under the authority of the following:

Joshua Micallef - Director of Events (events[at]vatpac.org)

4 CONTACT

The nominated event coordinator(s) for this event are:

@Tyler Hindle (0600-0800z)
@Luke Maynard(0800-1000z)

Event Coordinators will be available for contact on the VATPAC Discord, using the @eventcoordinator role. They can also be contacted via PM over the VATSIM network. They may also be logged onto the network as VATPAC35.

5 ROSTER
The roster for Slotmania Sydney can be viewed here.

If you have any questions about the roster, or wish to have it amended, please contact roster[at]vatpac.org.

If you find yourself free during the event, and wish to offer your ATC services, please contact one of the event coordinators.

6 CANCELLATION
This NOTAM will self-cancel at 1000z on the 15th of August 2021.

August 11, 2021

HI @William Teale, the old theme has been discontinued. There is no way option to return to the old theme due to incompatibilities with the upgraded infrastructure

August 11, 2021

Massive congratulations to @Xander Dundonwho passed his S3 controller assessment today!

Looking forward to seeing you on the network with that shiny new S3!

August 7, 2021

You know it's the end of the month when Spilled Milk Run Monday is back on the calendar. This week we are taking you to Sydney and Launceston!

Fly between Sydney Kingsford Smith (YSSY), Hobart (YMHB) and Launceston (YMLT) with the expectations of ATC Services throughout your flight!

Traffic Levels usually begin to pick up between 0830z and peak between 0930z-1030z.

Routes:
We recommend the following routes between Hobart, Launceston and Sydney.

YMHB-YSSY: TASUM H111 LT W218 NOLAN UY327 MAKRL J163 CB W423 CULIN Y59 TESAT

YSSY-YMHB: TESAT H65 WOL H20 MOTRA W407 TASUM

YSSY-YMLT: TESAT H65 WOL H20 OTKED J22 LT

YMLT-YSSY: LT W218 NOLAN UY327 MAKRL J163 CB W423 CULIN Y59 RIVET

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 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_DEP*	Sydney Departure	123.000

LT_TWR	Launy Tower	118.700

HB_TWR	Hobart Tower	118.100

ML-WOL _CTR	Melbourne Centre	125.000
ML-SNO_CTR	Melbourne Centre	124.000
ML-TAS_CTR	Melbourne Centre	123.800

Scenery:
YMHB – Hobart Airport:
Freeware – George Goodman (FSX/P3D)
Freeware - (X-Plane)
Payware – NZA Simulations (MSFS)

YMLT - Launceston Airport:
Payware - ORBX (FSX/P3D)
Payware - CDG (X-Plane)

YSSY - Sydney International Airport:
Payware - FlyTampa v2 (FSX/P3D)
Freeware - AVSIM (FSX/P3D)
Freeware - ISDG (xPlane)

August 6, 2021

It is with great happiness that I welcome @Chris Gardinerto the VATPAC Events Team.

Chris is already a valued member of the Membership Team as an assistant. I look forward to seeing the expertise and creativity that Chris will bring to the team

August 6, 2021

Today we are celebrating VATSIM Turning 20! We invite members of the VATSIM Network to fly between Sydney, Gold Coast & Brisbane from 0800-1200z as we staff up the sectors in between!

Routes:
We welcome you to fly between Brisbane Airport (YBBN), Sydney Airport (YSSY) and Gold Coast Airport (YBCG) between 0800-1200z!

YSSY – YBBN:
ROUTE: TESAT H185 ENTRA Y245 BANDA H185 BN

YSSY – YBCG:
JET: TESAT H185 ENTRA Y245 BANDA Y43 GREAV DCT GOMOL
NON-JET: TESAT V140 KAMBA W220 MATLA H133 GAMBL W598 RIDVO GOMOL

YBBN – YSSY:
ROUTE: BN H91 CORKY H12 TESAT

YBCG – YSSY:
ROUTE: GOMOL Q53 APAGI H91 CORKY H12 TESAT

Additionally, there are many, many smaller airfields between which you could fly too! VFR and IFR aircraft alike are welcome for this event!

ATC:
Controllers interested in controlling the event are encouraged to submit their ATC Applications here - The controller roster will be released on the 19th of August.

Non-standard positions may be rostered depending on the number of ATC Applications received. A non-standard position is denoted with an (*) beside the callsign.

Login Identifier:	Radio Callsign:	Frequency:
BN-MDE_CTR	Brisbane Centre	133.000
BN-DOS_CTR	Brisbane Centre	135.600
BN-ARM_CTR*	Brisbane Centre	130.900

BN_APP	Brisbane Approach	124.700
BN_DEP*	Brisbane Departures	133.450
BN_TWR	Brisbane Tower	120.500
BN_GND	Brisbane Ground	121.700
BN_DEL	Brisbane Delivery	118.850

SY_APP	Sydney Approach	124.400
SY_DEP*	Sydney Departures	123.000
SY_TWR	Sydney Tower	120.500
SY_GND	Sydney Ground	126.500
SY_DEL	Sydney Delivery	133.800

CG_APP	Brisbane Approach	123.500
CG_TWR	Gold Coast Tower	118.700
CG_GND	Gold Coast Ground	121.800
CG_DEL	Gold Coast Delivery	128.750

Scenery:
YBBN – Brisbane Airport:
Payware – ORBX (P3Dv4)
Payware – ORBX (MSFS)
Freeware – CDG (X-Plane)
Freeware – Ray Smith (FSX)
Freeware – ANTS (FSX) *2^nd runway not included*

YSSY– Sydney International Airport:
Payware - FlyTampa v2 (FSX/P3D)
Payware – FlyTampa (MSFS)
Freeware - AVSIM (FSX/P3D)
Freeware - ISDG (X-Plane)

YBCG – Gold Coast Airport:
Payware – ORBX (FSX/P3D)
Payware – CityScene Gold Coast ORBX (FSX/P3D)
Payware – AXONOS (X-Plane)
Freeware – AVSIM (P3D/FSX)

Do you have any feedback? Send an email to [email protected] or visit feedback.vatpac.org!

August 6, 2021

Welcome to the next rendition from the Light Up series, Light Up Pacific! It is time to pull out those regional aircraft or commercial airliners and explore the 'PAC' in 'VATPAC'. Join us as we attempt to provide the most realistic ATC services for you as you travel to the many stunning destinations that Pacific islands have to offer.

From the harbour city of Port Moresby to the islands of Fiji, the Pacific Islands are a spectacle of natural wonder!

We have adapted our popular Light Up series to cater for the VATSIM 20th Birthday Celebration month! We look forward to welcoming the entire VATSIM Network to the often-forgotten Pacific Islands within Australian Airspace!

What is Light Up Pacific?

This event revolves around one of our older events (Regionals and Twins), with the idea being to provide ATC services to more regional locations around Australia and neighbouring islands. So travel to those often-forgotten destinations and provide controllers and pilots alike a different challenge—a chance to fly into an unfamiliar location and try an approach other than the usual ILS approach.

You will receive an Outside Control Airspace Service at most of our airfields from the overlying ENR Controller during this event. Pilots can expect the following service types depending on the class of Airspace.

Different to our normal Light Up series, Oceanic Control services will also be provided to aircraft flying between the nominated fields. Take a look at this Oceanic Tutorial to learn more before you fly!

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Suggested Major Routes:

The Pacific islands have so much to offer and explore! Whether your flight is high or low, fast or slow, there are plenty of routes to fly. Find some of our suggested routes below, bearing in mind that Pilots are more than welcome to fly other routes from other destinations!

Port Villa Based Routes:
NVVV-NFFN: BISUN B598 BEGIT
NVVV-NWWW: LEDIT B590 NIPOG

Noumea Based Routes:
NWWW-NVVV: LTO B590 LEDIT
NWWW-NFFN: LTO B599 AGUTA

Fiji Based Routes:
NFFN-NWWW: CHARLI NN B599 MESUS
NFFN-NVVV: ALPHA NN B598 VLI

Additionally, there are many, many smaller airfields between which you could fly too! VFR and IFR Aircraft alike are welcome!

ATC:

Controllers interested in controlling the event are encouraged to submit their ATC Applications here - The controller roster will be released on the 18th of August.

Non-standard positions will be rostered depending on the number of ATC Applications received. A non-standard position is denoted with an (*) beside the callsign.

Login Identifier:	Radio Callsign:	Frequency:
NFFF_FSS	Nadi Radio	123.600

NVVV_CTR	Vila Center	120.700
NVVV_TWR	Vila Tower	118.300

NWWW_APP	Tontouta Approach	128.300
NWWW_TWR	Tontouta Tower	118.100

NFFN_CTR	Nadi Center	120.900
NFFN_APP	Nadi Approach	119.100
NFFN_TWR	Nadi Tower	118.100

Scenery:
NVVV - Port Vila:
Freeware - AVSIM (P3D)
Freeware - Cami De Bellis (X-Plane)

NWWW - Noumea:
Freeware - AVSIM (P3D)

NFFN - Fiji:
Payware – Nextgen Simulations (FSX/P3D)
Freeware – Cami De Bellis (X-Plane)

Do you have any feedback? Send an email to [email protected] or visit feedback.vatpac.org!

August 6, 2021

Congratulations to @Sam Edmunds who passed his S2 Rating this afternoon!

Looking forward to seeing you on a TWR, GND or DEL position in the future!

August 6, 2021

Massive congratulations to @Pepijn Colenbrander who passed his S2 assessment this afternoon

Looking forward to hearing you on the network!

August 6, 2021

Do you have any ideas on a future VATPAC Major Event? Want to provide feedback to the Events Team or play a part in the events calendar for next year?

The VATPAC Events Department is inviting members of the community to conduct a survey - This survey is for the purpose of Major Events that will be conducted in 2022.

Fill out the survey Here and let us know your ideas!

This survey will remain open from 6AUG20 -> 15OCT20

August 6, 2021

Congratulations to @Aryan Lalwho passed his S2 Assessment today

Looking forward to hearing you on the network.

August 6, 2021

Changes 6AUG21:

Birthday Bash - East Coast: Event date changed to the 22AUG21 at VATSIM Request

August 2, 2021

"Well done to all the controllers who controlled who controlled MRM. Very enjoyable from a pilot perspective to have essentially full 'true-to-world' ATC from start to finish."

Well done everyone!

August 1, 2021

Changes 1AUG21:

Birthday Bash - East Coast: Event created for the 20AUG21. Event to celebrate VATSIMs 20th Birthday between Sydney & Brisbane!
Light Up Pacific: Event Rescheduled 21AUG21. Another collaboration event with VATNZ for VATSIM 20th Birthday!
Friday Night Ops Downunder: Event rescheduled one week earlier. 15OCT21.

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