[07OCT23 | 24 Hours of VATSIM]

It's that time of year again! The second edition of 24 Hours of VATSIM starts on October 7th and VATPAC gets to take part in the opening leg! This year the journey starts in Christchurch at 0300z! Join us in your plane or behind your scopes as we join our neighbors, VATNZ, in the opening of 24 Hours of VATSIM!

Event Details:

In this edition of 24 Hours of VATSIM, we provide control services across the first two legs between Christchurch (NZCH) and Sydney (YSSY), and Darwin (YPDN) and Surabaya (WARR). Show off your controlling skills or by being the calm in the storm as a pilot while various VATSIM divisions provide control services for a full 24 hours!

Routes:

We highly encourage you follow the event routes provided by VATSIM for this event!

NZCH - YSSY: VANDA N750 PLUGA DCT RIKNI N774 MARLN
YPDN - WARR: JULIE UQ320 VIROB UQ200 KILIK A458 KPG T19 SOVKA DCT KOLTA
Expect delays if not flying VATSIM provided routes.

Charts:

VATPAC charts are available here: https://vats.im/pac/charts.

Air Traffic Control:

Controllers interested in controlling the event are encouraged to submit their ATC Applications here. Applications will remain open until three days before the event (04OCT23), after which the roster will be released and available for viewing. 

Non-Standard positions* will be available for opening depending on traffic levels. They may only be opened once all of the Standard positions are filled. Please see a member of staff 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 authorised. 

 

Login Identifier:	Radio Callsign:	Frequency:
BN-TSN_FSS BN-ARL_CTR BN-TRT_CTR BN-KIY_CTR* SY_APP SY-D_APP* SY-DE_APP* SY_TWR SY-E_TWR* SY_GND SY-E_GND* DN_APP DN-W_APP DN_TWR DN_GND DN_DEL	Brisbane Radio Brisbane Centre Brisbane Centre Brisbane Centre Sydney Approach Sydney Director Sydney Director Sydney Tower Sydney Tower Sydney Ground Sydney Ground Darwin Approach Darwin Approach Darwin Tower Darwin Ground Darwin Delivery	124.650 130.900 133.200 133.400 124.400 126.100 125.300 120.500 124.700 126.500 121.700 125.200 134.100 133.100 121.800 126.800

Scenery:

YSSY – Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport:
Payware – FlyTampa v2 (FSX/P3D)
Payware – FlyTampa (MSFS)
Payware – TaiModels (X-Plane)
Freeware – AVSIM (FSX/P3D)

YPDN - Darwin:
Payware – MFSG (FSX/P3D)
Freeware – AVSIM (FSX)
Note: X-Plane Gateway default scenery is most up to date.

[03AUG23 | FIFO Downunder]

Get ready for the ultimate FIFO flight experience with VATPAC! We're bringing the laughs and the air miles as we whisk you away to Australia's Pilbara-Kimberley region on the first and third Thursday of every month. You won't believe your eyes when you see the red deserts that are so red, they make Elmo blush! And let's not forget those extraordinary rock formations that'll have you saying, "Who needs abstract art when nature's got it covered?"

But that's not all! We've got beautiful reefs that are so stunning, even the fish have started a modeling career. So hop on board and join us on 3rd August, 2023, because we're opening up the stunning interior of Australia like never before. Our regional airfields are the gateway to connecting communities and sharing the joy of FIFO flights. Plus, with connections to Perth and Darwin, you'll have the chance to feel like a mining magnate or an adventure-seeking tourist. Just remember, no gold digging on the flight, folks!

Mark your calendars and set your alarm clocks because this adventure takes place between 0900z-1200z (1900-2200 AEST; 1700-2000 AWST). You don't want to miss the hilarity, the sights, and the chance to discover Australia's hidden gems. So fasten your seatbelts, stow away your fear of puns, and get ready for the funniest FIFO flight of your life!

 

Airport of the Week:

One of the most thrilling elements of FIFO Downunder is our "Airport of the Week" feature. We've cooked up an exciting twist to keep you on your toes! Each event, we will reveal a series of clues to the selected airport, challenging your aviation knowledge and geographical instincts. Prepare to put your detective skills to the test!

The first three pilots to successfully decipher the clues and arrive at the designated airport will earn valuable points. Throughout a span of 6 months, we'll tally up the points, creating an exhilarating leaderboard where champions rise to the top. And that's not all – the pilot who reigns supreme at the end of the 6-month period will receive an incredible prize, and ultimate bragging rights of course!

 

Routes:

The below map highlights some of the routes available to fly throughout this region:

Some other airports of importance in and around this region include: Solomon (YSOL), West Angelas (YANG), Roy Hill-Ginbata (YGIA), Boolgeeda (YBGD), and Fortescue (YFDF)

It is recommended to use the following routes when flying between these airports:

YPPH - YPKA	YPPH - YPKU
PH Y15 VETEL Z55 KA	PH AMANA Y31 MANIG Y36 BIDAP T63 ARG J72 KU
YPPH - YBRM	YPPH - YCPR
JET: PH Y31 BRM	PH Y15 CULAB POGAV
NON-JET: PH Z19 MURCH Y31 BRM
YPPH - YPPD	YPPH - YCWA
PH Y15 ESDEG Y44 BUTON PD	PH Y15 ESDEG Y60 HALEM SARIG
YPPH - YNWN	YPPH - YBRY
JET: PH Y31 WONYU V35 NWN	PH Y15 ESDEG Y60 GUVNA
NON-JET: PH Z19 MURCH Y31 MONYU V35 NWN
YPDN - YBRM	YPPH - YTST
DN HELLI J151 CIN J93 BRM	PH Z19 NORIC COPDI Y13 VALRA A339 GUNAM
YPDN - YPKU	YPPH - YSOL
DN HELLI J151 ZAMMI KU	PH Y15 ESDEG Y44 REMBO

 

ATC:

FIFO Downunder is not rostered. Positions are taken on a first come, first get basis. The recommended positions for the event are listed below:

Identifier:	Radio Callsign:	Frequency:
PH_DEL	Perth Delivery	118.55
PH_GND	Perth Ground	121.7
PH_TWR	Perth Tower	127.4
PH_APP	Perth Approach	123.6
DN_DEL	Darwin Delivery	126.8
DN_GND	Darwin Ground	121.8
DN_TWR	Darwin Tower	133.1
DN_APP	Darwin Approach	134.1
KA_GND	Karratha Ground	123.55
KA_TWR	Karratha Tower	127.35
BRM_GND	Broome Ground	121.7
BRM_TWR	Broome Tower	126
BN-TRT_CTR	Brisbane Centre	133.2
ML-OLW_CTR	Melbourne Centre	134
ML-PIY_CTR	Melbourne Centre	133.9

Please note that since both Broome and Karratha’s towers are procedural, they can only be staffed by members who are S3 or higher, or have completed their Procedural Tower Endorsement.

Scenery:

YPPH – Perth, WA
Payware - Axonos (MSFS)
Payware - Axonos (X-Plane)

YPDN – Darwin, NT
Freeware – Tag21 (MSFS)
Payware - Axonos (X-Plane)

YBRM – Broome, WA
Freeware - Bindook (MSFS)
Payware - Axonos (X-Plane)

YPPD – Port Hedland, WA
Payware - MFSG (MSFS)
Payware - Axonos (X-Plane)

Miscellaneous WA FIFO Airports
Freeware - Flightsim.to (MSFS)

Miscellaneous:
Payware – ORBX Australia V2 (P3D / FSX)
Payware - ORBX Global (P3D / FSX)

[14MAY23 | Panic Stations Canberra]

The controller roster for Panic Stations Canberra has been released! All controllers who control for more than one hour during the event will be entered in a raffle to win a $10 discount on any Impulse Simulations product!

View the roster here: https://events.vatpac.org/panic-stations-canberra

[14MAY23 | Panic Stations Canberra]

This May, VATPAC invites you to Canberra for the next edition of Panic Stations! Whether you do a short hop from Sydney or a long haul from San Francisco, make sure you arrive on time to win exclusive prizes (and bragging rights of course)! VATPAC controllers eagerly await your arrival at a fully staffed Canberra (YSCB) between 0700z and 1100z.

Event Details

The aim of Panic Stations is simple; get as many aircraft flying into the destination as possible with one objective, be the first person to arrive into Canberra at or after one of the arrival times, for your chance to score bragging rights and win a prize!

The touchdown times are as follows: 0830z and 1000z

Note: Pilots must depart from an aerodrome more than 30 nautical miles from Canberra to be eligible to win any prizes.

We recommend you bring some extra fuel as controllers will be busy trying to accommodate the vast amount of pilots while maintaining separation standards.

Prize Details

This edition, VATPAC has partnered with Impulse Simulations to provide winning pilots with a special prize! You can find Impulse Simulations on Instagram and Facebook.

For Pilots: There is one prize available per touchdown time for pilots; one for 0830z and another for 1000z. Make sure to turn around quickly if you miss the first prize to earn the second one!

0830z: Impulse Simulations YSCB and a product of your choice from Impulse Simulations
1000z: Impulse Simulations YSCB

For Controllers: All participating controllers, who control for at least one hour during the event, will got into a draw to win a $10 discount on any Impulse Simulations product!

Previous Winners

We would once again like to congratulate the following pilots who took home the prize during the last Panic Stations, held in Melbourne.

0900z Touchdown	| VOZ1373	| Freddy H
1000z Touchdown	| JST239	| ShengTang Z
Controller	| ML_DEP	| James L

Congratulations to our previous winners who will be giving up their crowns to three more participants. Will you be one of them?

ATC Information

Any controllers wishing to provide ATC services during this event should apply here. Applications will be open until Thursday the 11th of May, on which the roster will be released.

Below are the positions being rostered for Panic Stations Canberra. Non-standard positions are denoted with an (*) and may be opened in accordance with the Activation of Non-Standard Positions NOTAM. Positions denoted with a $ must be approved by a Staff Member or C3 before being opened.

Login Identifier	Radio Callsign	Frequency
ML-ELW_CTR	Melbourne Centre	123.750
ML-YWE_CTR	Melbourne Centre	134.325
ML-BIK_CTR	Melbourne Centre	129.800
ML-GUN_CTR*	Melbourne Centre	128.400
ML-BLA_CTR*	Melbourne Centre	132.200
ML-WOL_CTR*	Melbourne Centre	125.000
ML-FLW_CTR $	N/A	N/A
CB_APP	Canberra Approach	124.500
CB-W_APP	Canberra Approach	125.900
CB_TWR	Canberra Tower	118.700
CB_GND	Canberra Ground	121.700

Scenery Information

YSCB - Canberra
Payware - Impulse Simulations (MSFS)
Payware - ORBX (FSX/P3D)
Freeware - FlyAwaySimulations (FSX/P3D)

Miscellaneous
Payware - ORBX - Australia V2 (P3D / FSX)
Payware - ORBX - Global (P3D / FSX)
Freeware Australian Airport List (P3D / FSX)
Freeware Australian Airport & VFR Scenery List (X-Plane)

[NOTAM: AIRAC 2211]

1. INTRODUCTION

The VATPAC Air Traffic Services AIS Department has issued an update for the vatSys dataset. AIRAC 2211 is effective on 03NOV22.

2. AIRAC DETAILS

• Improves various ENR sector volumes
• Update the default centre for PIY
• Add new YTDR and YMCO approach procedures
• New NFFN Dummy Vector STAR added for WorldFlight
• New YMML runway modes added for WorldFlight

3. DOWNLOAD LINKS

vatSys will update automatically.

4. AUTHORITY

Pepijn C - 1567335 | [email protected]

6. CANCELLATION

This NOTAM will self cancel on 01DEC22, unless otherwise noted.