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  1. 2210b is now effective. Removes unused boundaries and volumes. Renames TMA_CAP volumes to be consistent across all sectors. Fixes issues with missing volumes in AlertParameters. Modifies the Inhibition Areas at YSSY and adds YBBN.
  2. See the below points for clarification on recent airspace changes. A Class D Tower that does NOT provide a procedural approach service, does NOT require a procedural tower endorsement. A Class D Tower (Procedural Tower) that DOES provide a procedural approach service, requires a procedural tower endorsement. Extending approach/departure (TCU) services: A controller may provide control services as HB_APP from LT_APP, and vice versa, by assuming the sectors and activating the applicable frequency in the VSCS. A controller may provide control services as MK_APP from RK_APP, and vice versa, by assuming the sectors and activating the applicable frequency in the VSCS. If in either of the above scenarios, the other TCU position is filled by another controller, the controller providing an extended services shall relinquish the applicable airspace to the new controller, in the same way as Enroute controllers would do. For further clarification, CG_APP is included in the default jurisdiction of Brisbane Approach (is a sub-sector of BN_APP) and therefore not considered as providing extended coverage. Refer to the NOTAM regarding opening of non-standard/child positions.
  3. I am pleased to inform the community that we have successfully registered and established VATSIM Australia Pacific as an unincorporated association in Australia. Operating not-for-profit, this allows us to tap into financial benefits for community organisation such as ours. The process for this started many years ago when David Z and his Board introduced the Constitution. This has evolved over the last few years and gave us the bones/structure required to officially establish the organisation. Given that we don’t “own” the rights to the name VATSIM, we couldn’t register the association using those words. The organisation was registered as the Online Aviation Organisation Australia, trading as VATSIM Australia Pacific (VATPAC as we know it). VATPAC has always been funded by either the Board of Directors and also through minor business sponsorships (NetSpace and Delion in the past). Unfortunately, the finances have not always been shared equally amongst Board members with the highest financial burden often falling to the Director of Technology. VATPAC now has as a registered not-for-profit community bank account with Bendigo Bank, which is connected to Open Collective, allowing us to transparently show the community the money coming in, and going out. This also allows us contribute equally and reimburse any board members with costs that they incur. It also allows us to transparently collect donations from the community to contribute to operating costs. Thanks to our newly registered organisation, we have also been able to tap into a number of significantly discounted or free products, which allow us to continue to run our organisation efficiently. This includes services like website hosting and email/document storage. This will overall reduce the total cost to the Board of Directors by about 70%. This doesn’t change how the organisation operates fundamentally, however it enables us to run more economically and hopefully provide a better service to our local community. The VATPAC constitution cover pages have been amended to reflect the correct organisation names moving forward and you may see the new organisation name referenced in other documentation such as board meeting minutes. If you have any questions or suggestion around these changes, feel free to reach out.
  4. Hi all, There have been a few minor changes made to the VATPAC structure (again) to coincide with changes to the Airspace and ATC Standards department, and upcoming policy changes. Firstly, thanks to Steven C who unfortunately had to take a step back late last year due to some personal circumstances. Another thanks to Clem W who stepped up and managed the Airspace portfolio in the interim. A decision was made by the board to merge the Airspace and ATC Standards department to one department called "Air Traffic Services". This means that Sam K now take's on this role of managing both ATC Training, Standards, AIS and Documentation. Since all subjects are closely related, we felt this decision makes sense. Sam is well supported by a team of passionate volunteer leaders in Matt K (ATC Training), James H (ATC Standards) and Peter S (Aeronautical Information Services). No doubt, Sam will seek further assistance from the community for a Publications lead moving forward. I'd also like to reach out to anyone that would be interested in becoming involved in distribution of AIRAC Cycles and other AIS, under the guidance of Peter. Clem W remains on the VATPAC board as the Deputy Division Director and will assist with the division leadership. This is an interim appointment for 6 months. For those interested, the VATPAC structure currently looks like this... If you have any concerns or questions, of course, don't hesitate to reach out.
  5. Hi everyone. A number of changes have occured at the Board level that will be in place for 2022. Last week I accepted Greg's resignation from his Director of ATC Training & Standards role. Greg has made an outstanding contribution over the last 12-18 months and I hope that he will be able to enjoy the hobby once again. I'm pleased to confirm that Sam Keast will take over responsibility for the Director role. He will continue working with Matt Kelly and others in the training department throughout the next 6 months (at least). Sam was the alternative applicant last year for the role and has demonstrated his commitment to the community throughout the last 12 months. The appointment committee for the Director of Technology agreed that Will Smart was the outstanding applicant for the role, and I am happy to report he has accepted the offer. Will brings a wealth of knowledge and leadership experience to the team after extensive time volunteering within the ATC Training Department (including the development and rollout of the TMS). Steve Cullen has asked to take a LoA from the board temporarily due to some personal matters. In the interm, Clem Wu (a long standing member of the Airspace/Documentation team will be acting as Director of Airspace & Publications). Blair has officially been permanently appointed by a committee, to his current role of Director of Membership. I am pleased to announce that Sam Wilson will join Ryan McDonald as non-executive directors for 2022. I would like to thank Shannon for his involvement of the last 12 months. I wish everyone a very Merry Christmas, however you choose to celebrate. Zach
  6. Hi everyone, I'm sad to announce that Tom Grozev, who has looked after the Technology portfolio for many years, will be stepping down from his role in the new year. Tom has advised me that his new employment will mean he no longer has the time to commit to VATPAC moving forward. I'd like to thank Tom for putting his time into VATPAC over the last few years. He will stick around in a development capacity and support our new Director, when they are brought on board. I am now accepting applications for the Director of Technology role. The role requirements can be viewed on the attached document and an application (in a format of your choice) should be submitted to myself via email ([email protected]). It is also that time of the year again where, as per our constitution, VATPAC opens expressions of interest to senior, long-standing members of our community to join the Board in an advisory capacity as a non-executive Director. The role requirements can also be viewed on the attached document and an application (in a format of your choice) should be submitted to myself via email ([email protected]). The closing date for all of the above positions is Friday 17th of December, unless a succesful applicant is appointed earlier. If you are considering throwing your hat into the ring, I'd advise you to do so sooner rather than later. Position Description Non Executive Position Description Director Technology
  7. This feedback was provided to me via one of our local supervisors.
  8. Hi all, The Q3 meeting minutes are available for download on the VATPAC website: https://vatpac.org/about/minutes-and-reports/ I have managed to recover and archive a number of minutes and reports from late 2011 onwards. It's great to see these reports available for you all again and shows the depth and history within our organisation.
  9. Congratulations to Alex who received his S3 rating yesterday
  10. 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 FNO Downunder. 2 RESERVED POSITIONS The following positions are reserved from 2300z to 0300z on the 15th of October 2021. SY_DEL SY_GND SY_TWR SY_APP SY_DEP SY-D_APP ML_DEL ML_GND ML_TWR ML_APP ML_DEP AD_DEL AD_GND AD_TWR AD_APP AD_DEP ML-BIK_CTR ML-ELW_CTR ML-TBD_CTR ML-WOL_CTR ML-SNO_CTR ML-BLA_CTR ML-MUN_CTR 3 AUTHORITY This NOTAM Is under the authority of the following: Joshua Micallef - Events Director (events[at]vatpac.org) 4 CONTACT The nominated Event Coordinator(s) for this event are: Tyler Hindle Paris Ioannidis 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 FNO Downunder 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 0300z on the 16th of October 2021.
  11. Well done Stace, who yesterday, achieved a VATSIM S3 rating
  12. Congratulations to Robbie who passed his Tower Rating this morning.
  13. Hi All, I'm pleased to advise that VATUSA, VATNZ and VATPAC have come together to form a new Pacific Oceanic Agreement. More information about this can be found here: Pacific Oceanic LoA - VATSIM Australia Pacific - VATPAC There are a few alterations from the existing partnership, but essentially the privileges and limitations are the same. Of note, a new requirement to control 1 hour in the previous 3 months to remain active will apply. However, until such time that VATPAC has a system in place to track this, we will waive this requirement. A local instructions document is currently being prepared by all parties. For now, some information can be found here: VATNZ, Oakland ARTCC. I'd like to extend thanks to Andrew from VATNZ as well as Manuel, Ryan and Daniel from VATUSA and Oakland ARTCC for coming together to forge this agreement. This is a great step forward for all of us, together.
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