03AUG23 | FIFO Downunder

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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)