Greg B - 903254

Addendum BN_TWR is also reserved from 0400-0900.

NOTAM: Worldflight 2018 - Arrival 1 INTRODUCTION Worldflight 2018 will return to VATPAC airspace on the morning of 10th November (local time) and travel through VATPAC airspace via Darwin, Port Moresby, Cairns and Brisbane to arrive back in Sydney that evening. VATPAC will provide ATC services for the arrival legs using controllers from home in conjunction with controllers who have nominated to visit and control from Worldflight Headquarters (WFHQ) in Sydney. This NOTAM contains details of controller positions reserved for use during the event and procedures developed and implemented to manage traffic levels throughout the day. This content is relevant to both ATC and pilots participating in Worldflight legs. 2 NOTAM Download Link https://drive.google.com/file/d/1fb6HMeI8NbSbGNGG0gmFxS9MIhI3vmP_/view?usp=sharing 3 AUTHORITY Director, Operations – [email protected] 4 CANCELLATION This NOTAM self cancels at 1300UTC 10 NOV 18.

NOTAM: Worldflight 2018 - Departure 1 INTRODUCTION Worldflight 2018 will depart Sydney YSSY on the morning of 4th November (local time) and travel through VATPAC airspace via Cairns and Broome to depart for Indonesia later that day. VATPAC will provide ATC services for the departure legs using controllers from home in conjunction with controllers who have nominated to visit and control from Worldflight Headquarters (WFHQ) in Sydney. This NOTAM contains details of controller positions reserved for use during the event and procedures developed and implemented to manage traffic levels throughout the day. This content is relevant to both ATC and pilots participating in Worldflight legs. 2 NOTAM Download Link https://drive.google.com/file/d/1Qo4HxebmPrumikfmNNmqvg3BT2dSrwq5/view?usp=sharing 3 AUTHORITY Director, Operations – [email protected] 4 CANCELLATION This NOTAM self cancels at 1300UTC 04 NOV 18.

Congratulations to Nick Gilbert who this week completed his Enroute Controller Rating. Well done Nick!

Congratulations to Christian Torz, wo has recently completed the requirements for Enroute Controller. Well Done Christian!

Congratulations to our newest Enroute Controller Aidan McCoy. Well done Aidan!

Please welcome Andreas Manum from the VATME as a VATPAC Visiting Enroute Controller.

Congratulations to Trey Ryan-Knight who recently passed his TMA Controller rating.

Greetings VATPACers, It is with great regret that I address you all this evening. Over the past several months there have been some developments of a management nature that have come to a head this evening. Approximately 4 months ago, VATSIM saw fit to appoint a former and somewhat inactive VATPAC Director to a regional management role without consultation. Since this took place I have become increasingly concerned with the direction of the region and the amount of interference that has been forthcoming from VATSIM Oceania to VATPAC. As per the VATSIM Code of Regulations, the Regional Director has to duty to delegate authoritative control to the Division Director and should not involve themselves in the day-to-day operations of the division. It is my firm belief that this regulation is being increasingly breached and absent any real support from the VATSIM heirachy I have this evening tendered my resignation as Divisional Director. I am unable to support the future direction within the region. I will be making arrangments as soon as possible to hand over all my authority to the Acting Director Division. I would like to thank all the VATPAC Board and the staff, no matter who you are or what you do for your consistent and unwavering support during the last few years. I firmly believe I have left this position with the VATPAC Division in a better shape than when I accepted the postition. Thank-you and good evening. See you in the virtual skies.

Hello All, I am pleased announce that Callum Strawbridge has been appointed as the new VATPAC Director of Events. Callum has been a member of the events team for several months with a focus on major and special events, having had previous experience at Director level in VATSIM Asia. Over the next day or so he will receive a handover from the outgoing director Paul Tyquin. The Board would once again like to thank Paul for his hard work over the last 12-18 months and looks forward to working with Callum into the future. Congratulations Callum!

Congratulations to Aidan McCoy who recently completed his TMA rating!

Greetings, Following the recent resignation of Paul Tyquin, applications are now sought for the role of VATPAC Director of Events. The Director of Events is laregly regarded as the most visible member of the VATPAC Board, being responsible for promotion of the Division through preparation and participation of local events. Position Description as follows. Position Description Director of Events Responsible to: • VATPAC Director of Division Direct Reports: • Deputy Director Major Events • Deputy Director Events Duties: • Facilitates the smooth operation of all events within the VATPAC airspace. • Responsible for the organisation, promotion and execution of regularly occurring and one-off official VATPAC events. • Acts as a first point of contact and is responsible for aiding other divisions and organisations wishing to hold events in VATPAC airspace. • Develops relationships with other divisions' and organisations' event staff to arrange support for VATPAC events as well as provide support for their events. • Reports quarterly on events activity and participation within the division. • Liaises with Director Operations for coordination of online ATC support of VATPAC events. • Works with the Director Operations to ensure that VATPAC event information is promulgated to Partner Virtual Airlines. • Identifies and champions potential improvements for the organisation, promotion, and execution of events in VATPAC airspace. • Responsible for the Maintenance of the VATPAC Events webpage(s). • Responsible for the promotion of VATPAC events to social media sites (such as VATSIM Forums, Vroute events, VATTASTIC Event, VATPAC, VATOCE and VATSIM Facebook pages) as required. • Maintains an online presence of 5-10 hours per month on the VATSIM network. Essential Criteria: • Be a member of the VATPAC Division of VATSIM for a period of at least 12 months. • Be a member of good standing in VATSIM for at least 12 months at the time of application. • ATC experience is helpful, but not mandatory in organising and facilitating events. • Be able to work well with other board members and the VATPAC community as a whole. • Have ability to maintain focus and organisation over the long run. • Be able to work well within a voluntary organisation. Members interested in being considered for the role should apply by outlining their experience and suitability for the role and providing information addressing each of the Position Holder Attributes and Requirements listed above via email to [email protected] APPLICATIONS IN STRICTEST CONFIDENCE CLOSE AT 23:59 hours AEST on Monday 24th July 2017.

Due to changes within the Operation team this role is no longer required.

I regret to announce that Paul Tyquin has resigned from the role of VATPAC Director of Events. Paul is unable to continue in the role due to increasing personal and work commitments. I'd like to thank Paul for the work he has put in to the portfolio. Paul has continued the work of his predecessor in building and maintaining an events team that can continue to cater to the needs of the division. Thanks Paul!

Should this be...? NFFF_FSS Nadi Radio 123.600: Class D OCA 9500ft-FL195 Class A OCA FL195-F600 (except within 120nm LTO VOR where it's FL245-FL600) (unchanged)

Please note: The charts for the updated procedures cannot be found in the Airservices AIP DAPs, they are contained in AIP Supplements found here http://www.airservicesaustralia.com/aip/aip.asp as "AIP Supplements and AICs". These ones are particularly important as they will match what most payware FMC Navdata is depicting: H63/17 - Canberra RNAV (RNP) RWY 17/35 and STAR Amendments H70/17 - Melbourne STAR Rationalisation, SID Amendments, New GBAS Procedures and Amended RNAV (GNSS) Procedures H62/17 - Adelaide New RNAV (RNP), Revised RNAV (GNSS) and Revised STAR Procedures H60/17 - Cairns Amended Instrument and Arrival Procedures H59/17 - Kalgoorlie-Boulder RNAV (RNP) ARR Procedures

Welcome Quigs! And thanks for becoming part of the team.

Greetings All, It is my pleasure announce that Kurt D'Amico has been appointed as VATPAC Director Operations. Kurt has been a part of the Operations team for some time in his role as Virtual Airline Liaison and assisting on the documentation team. We look forward to seeing where Kurt can take us in the future. Congratulations Kurt!

UPDATE: Aerosoft discount for attendees, ticket sales deadline, Saturday evening plans and more programme items announced Aerosoft We are delighted to announce that Aerosoft have very kindly offered to provide an exclusive benefit to all attendees of Connexion 2017. Everyone who attends our event will receive a 20% discount code for use one of two highly anticipated upcoming projects: the CRJ 700/900 or the A330. This is a very kind offer from Aerosoft - we would like to thank them for supporting our event. Ticket Sales As you have probably seen, tickets are currently available for sale via our website (connexion.vatsim.net). There are a limited number of tickets available and we will be closing tickets for sale on Monday 8th May at 1200z. Please ensure you book before this date if you wish to attend. If you have begun booking a ticket and not completed payment or have not received an email from us containing your ticket details, please visit our website connexion.vatsim.net to finalise your booking in advance of this date. Saturday evening dinner Following an enjoyable and enriching day of convention content, we will enjoy an exclusive garden party in a nearby hotel (a short walk from the convention venue). Here we will have plenty of time for socialising and a BBQ buffet. We will sell tickets for this part of the event sometime closer to the date of the event. You will be able to purchase tickets for non-VATSIM members so as to be able to bring them along too. Conference Content We have just posted the latest items for the conference programme here and on our website, with more to follow. In addition to what was already announced, we are delighted to host the following sessions:- - A day in the life of a (real) Heathrow Tower controller - A presentation from BAVirtual - Pilot's Perspective: life from the other side of the scope - A day in the life of a (real) Eurocontrol Controller - Workshop: Controlling Techniques - Panel discussion: VATSIM and careers in aviation More details on these available in the thread above and on the Connexion website.

Congratulations to Blake Hendrie who recently qualified as a TMA Controller!

Hi Everyone, The VATPAC Quarterly Report has now been published and is available here.

All VATPAC members are invited to attend a Town Hall style meeting: Date: Tuesday April 25th Time: 2030 AEST/2000 ACST/1830 AWST/1030 UTC Where: VATPAC Teamspeak Server Agenda: 1. Welcome: - terms of reference. - meeting rules. 2. Statement from the VATPAC Board. 3. Question Time: - Website/IT/Communication - Resources - ATC Services - Pilot Services - Events We hope to see you all there. In the past these meetings have been very successful passing two-way information regarding current operations and future plans.

Applications for this position have been extended until 30th April 2017 to allow the appointment of a new Director Operations.

Following the recent appointment of Joel as Regional Director VATSIM Oceania, applications are now sought from members of the VATPAC Division of VATSIM for the position of Director Operations (VATPAC2). Reports to: VATPAC Director of Division Direct Reports: Deputy Director, Policy Deputy Director, Aeronautical Information Duties: • Attend periodic VATPAC Board meetings to report on operational issues to act as a liaison between pilots/controllers and the VATPAC Board. • Present pilot and controller views, complaints, ideas, and proposals to the appropriate Division and Board meetings in order to consistently improve the effectiveness of communications, suitability of new procedures, and overall satisfaction of pilots with ATS provided. • Assist the Events Director where required in the coordination of Events, Fly-Ins and Group flights within VATPAC airspace. • Reports quarterly on activity within the division. • Maintain an online register of all VATPAC affiliated Virtual Airlines. • Liaises with Affiliated Virtual Airlines for anything they may need from the Division (events, contact information). • Act as the Division's Point-of-contact for VATSIM's VA Coordinator or delegate. • Stay abreast of real world issues which may affect VATPAC airspace/operations and develops policies and procedures to best respond to these issues. • Liaises closely with the Director ATC Training on operational matters affecting pilots and controllers. • Stays abreast of current issues and contributes to discussions and dissemination of information within the VATPAC and VATSIM community as they affect pilots/controllers. • Monitors facilities and accuracy of the ATC Clients to the TAAATS specification, including maintenance of sector files produced by the Aeronautical Information Services team. • Maintain the validity and relevance of VATPAC Policy and Documentation. • Maintain an on line and visible presence to the membership with a minimum of 10 hours per month logged on the VATSIM Network. Position Holder Attributes and Requirements: • Be a member of the VATPAC Division of VATSIM for a period longer than 2 years. • Be a member of good standing in VATSIM for more than one year at the time of application. • Have a good rapport with VATSIM pilots and maintain this rapport throughout their tenure. • Be rated on VATSIM to no less than Enroute Controller Level. • Be skilled in the production and maintenance of structured procedure documentation. • Have good knowledge of the VATSIM Code of Conduct and Code of Regulations. • Have proven ability in the management of a small group of people. • Be able to work well within a voluntary organisation. • Have proven ability with the use of Flight Simulation and VATSIM Approved Pilot and Controller Client Software including the production of local resources such as as sector files. Members interested in being considered for the role should apply by outlining their experience and suitability for the role and providing information addressing each of the Position Holder Attributes and Requirements listed above via email to [email protected] APPLICATIONS IN STRICTEST CONFIDENCE CLOSE AT 23:59 hours AEST on Friday 21st April 2017.

Hi All, I like to announce that Kurt D'Amico will be stepping up into the role of Acting Director Operations effective immediately and until such time as a permanent replacement can be appointed. Kurt has previously served as Deputy Director Operations with the Virtual Airline Liaison portfolio and is already familiar with department staff, operations and policies. Thanks to Kurt for agreeing to help out with this transition.