Events

Fly-In Thursday - Montgomery Regional

Thursday, August 13th

📍 Online

TPC Flight Ops team, in coordination with VATUSA, invites you to FLY-IN THURSDAY group flight, brought to you by SKY BLUE RADIO.

FlightSimExpo 2026 — Live Coverage

Rolling coverage

Our news team brings you announcements, interviews and the biggest reveals from the show floor.

Community Fly-Ins

Monthly

Join presenters and listeners for group flights across the most popular sims. Tune in and fly along live on air.

Developer Spotlights

Ongoing

In-depth interviews with the studios behind your favourite aircraft, scenery and utilities.

FlightSimWeekend 2027

Rolling Coverage

Building on nearly three decades of heritage as the definitive European meeting place for virtual pilots, developers, and aviation professionals, FlightSimWeekend (FSWeekend) has officially released i

FSimUK 2026

Saturday, October 10th

📍 Aerospace Bristol, UK

The First UK In Person Flight Sim Event Since Covid!

[VHHH_APP] | S3 Exam

15 Oct 2026 · 14:00–16:00z

📍 VHHH

Sean will be taking his S3 CPT on Hong Kong Approach on 15th October, from 14-16z. Come and help him earn his rating!

Tahini Thursdays

15 Oct 2026 · 15:00–18:00z

📍 OMDB · OTHH

Tahini Thursdays returns with a classic Gulf connection between Dubai (OMDB) and Doha (OTHH). Join the Arabian and Khaleej vACCs for full ATC coverage as we revive a community tradition that has connected pilots and cont

Corniche Light Up: Jeddah

15 Oct 2026 · 16:00–18:00z

📍 OEJN

As the sun sets over the Red Sea, Jeddah comes alive along its iconic Corniche. Join us for an evening of online operations centered around King Abdulaziz International Airport (OEJN). Pilots can expect a lively and enga

Orenburg Online Evening

15 Oct 2026 · 17:00–20:00z

📍 UWOO

According to the latest information, Orenburg has recently gained a dedicated Apron position. Since this is not something that happens every day, we are offering you an event that is equally hard to turn down!

Welcome to HEL - Lakeland Edition

15 Oct 2026 · 17:00–20:00z

📍 EFHK · EFJY · EFKU · EFKI · EFTP

VATSIM Scandinavia and Finland invite you to this special edition of our weekly event, Welcome to HEL - Lakeland Edition. Helsinki airport and other airports in the lakeland area will be fully staffed by our air traffic

HAMburg Thursday

15 Oct 2026 · 17:30–20:00z

📍 EDDH

Every Thursday 17:30–20:00z, Hamburg comes alive with full ATC, busy skies & Hanseatic calm. Whether IFR, VFR or holiday charter — Hamburg is your Gateway to the World!

Direct to Regionals - Billund & Aalborg

15 Oct 2026 · 17:30–20:00z

📍 EKYT · EKBI

Pilots, ready for your next adventure? Join us on VATSIM as we turn our focus to Denmark's regional gateways: Billund Airport (EKBI) and Aalborg Airport (EKYT).

Leipzig Thursday

15 Oct 2026 · 17:30–20:30z

📍 EDDP

Join us on our Leipzig Thursday from 1730z to 2030z as we staff Leipzig/ Halle Airport (EDDP). Whether you're hauling freight or flying passengers, both IFR and VFR traffic are warmly welcomed on the frequency!

Thursdays in Toronto

15 Oct 2026 · 23:00–02:00z

📍 CYYZ · CYTZ · CYXU · CYKF · CYHM · CYAM · CYOO

Fly in or out of Toronto every Thursday as we staff up Toronto!

Visit Mexico

16 Oct 2026 · 01:30–04:00z

📍 MMMX

Join Visit Mexico City! Mexico airport (MMMX) will be fully staffed every Thursday from 19:30 - 22:00 CST / Friday 01:30 - 04:00 UTC. Everyone welcome! Hosted by VATMEX.

[LLBG_D_TWR] | S2 Exam

16 Oct 2026 · 11:00–12:30z

📍 LLBG

VATSIM Israel invites you to join Daniel Kushnir's S2 exam on 16 October! Come and support Daniel as he works towards his S2. Good luck, Daniel!

[VVTS_TWR] | S2 Exam

16 Oct 2026 · 13:00–15:00z

📍 VVTS

S2 Controller Practical Test @ Tan Son Nhat Tower (VVTSTWR) for Phan Nhat Huy on October from 1300z - 1500z ! Come visit VVTS and support our ATC colleague.

[LDZO_CTR] | C1 Exam

16 Oct 2026 · 16:00–18:00z

📍 LDZA · LDSP · LDZD · LDDU · LDRI · LDPL · LDOS · LDSB

Join VATADRIA on Friday, October 16, 2026, from 16:00z to 18:00z for the Zagreb Control (LDZO) C1 CPT! Help our candidate earn their Enroute Controller (C1) rating by flying in, out of, or through Croatian airspace (LDZO

Rīga Friday Fun

16 Oct 2026 · 17:00–21:00z

📍 EVRA

Don't know what to do on a Friday evening? Take a trip to the Baltics and visit Rīga - the heart of the Baltic region! Every Friday from 1700z till 2100z Latvia vACC hosts the famous Rīga Friday Fun which is a perfect wa

Istanbul Online

16 Oct 2026 · 17:00–20:00z

📍 LTFM

Dear Members, TRvACC is inviting you to their Biweekly Fridays "Istanbul Online | LTFM" event on 16 October 2026 , Friday, between 17-20z.

Bremen Friday Jam

16 Oct 2026 · 17:30–20:00z

📍 EDDW

Kick off your weekend at Bremen Friday Jam! Fly VFR or IFR, enjoy Beluga traffic, diverse operations and full ATC every Friday, 17:30–20:00z.

FNOklahoma

16 Oct 2026 · 23:00–03:00z

📍 KOKC · KTUL · KPWA · KTIK · KOUN · KRVS

Join ZFW and ZKC for another rendition of FNOklahoma! From Oklahoma City to T-Town, we're bringing four hours of nonstop VATSIM action to the skies of Oklahoma.

Christchurch Control: 17th October

17 Oct 2026 · 06:00–08:30z

📍 NZCH · NZQN · NZWN · NZAA

Kia Ora, pilots and controllers!   Join us for an exciting night in the skies, where you can choose your favourite route to fly or position to control. Experience the best of what NZZC has to offer! Whether you're flyin

Alps To The Arabian Skies

17 Oct 2026 · 10:00–18:00z

📍 LSGG · OMDB

Alps to the Arabian Skies – join us on Saturday, October 17th, for a special one-way event connecting Geneva (LSGG) with Dubai International (OMDB)!

The European Corridor: Oslo > Milano

17 Oct 2026 · 11:00–16:30z

📍 ENGM · LIMC

Two Nations. One corridor between them. On 17 October, VATSIM Scandinavia and VATSIM Italy invites you to The European Corridor: Oslo Milano, connecting Oslo Gardermoen (ENGM) with Milano Malpensa (LIMC) for an exciting

Singapore Autumn Excursion

17 Oct 2026 · 11:00–16:00z

📍 VHHH · WSSS

Join us for Singapore Autumn Excursion! This long-awaited route connecting two of Asia's bustling metropolises returns this autumn. Fly one way from Hong Kong to Singapore on the 17th of October. See you in the skies!

[OMDB_APP] | S3 Exam

17 Oct 2026 · 12:00–14:00z

📍 OMDB · OMDW · OMSJ

Get ready for a focused and lively evening Dubai experience as Magnus steps up for his S3 CPT on Dubai Arrivals, OMDBAPP!

Doha to Paris

17 Oct 2026 · 12:00–21:00z

📍 OTHH · LFPG

✈️ OTHH – LFPG Group Flight Departure from Doha Hamad Intl (OTHH) between 12:00–14:00z, arrival into Paris CDG (LFPG) between 19:00–21:00z. Enroute sector opens at 18:00z.

Beach Run

17 Oct 2026 · 12:00–15:00z

📍 VTBS · VTSP

Join us as we bridge the busy Thai Beach Run between Bangkok and Phuket.

Navratri Hop

17 Oct 2026 · 13:30–15:30z

📍 VAAH

Head from Delhi (VIDP) to Ahmedabad (VAAH) for Navratri Hop! Join India vACC on 17 October 2026 from 1330Z–1530Z, for a festive evening of flying.

[VABF_UAC_CTR] | C1 Exam

17 Oct 2026 · 13:30–15:30z

📍 VABB · VAAH · VABP · VAID · VASU · VAUD

C1 CPT is scheduled on 17 October, 2026 at VABFUACCTR between 1330z and 1530z. Please do come and fly and help the candidate with the traffic.

Fall Into The Pacific Northwest

17 Oct 2026 · 16:00–20:00z

📍 CYVR · CYLW · KPDX

Saturday Oct 17 1600z - 2000z KZSE and CZVR invite you to Fall Into The Pacific Northwest! Come on out and fly between KPDX, CYVR and CYLW and explore all that is Fall in the PNW!

Bridging Europe: Copenhagen ↔ Belgrade

17 Oct 2026 · 16:00–20:00z

📍 EKCH · LYBE

Two capitals. Two corners of Europe. One bridge through the skies. On 17 October, VATSIM Scandinavia and VATAdria invites you to Bridging Europe: Copenhagen ↔ Belgrade, connecting Copenhagen Kastrup (EKCH) with Belgrade

[LTAI_TWR] | S2 Exam

17 Oct 2026 · 17:00–19:00z

📍 LTAI

Help Batu earn his S2 rating by flying in & out of Antalya Airport (LTAI)! IFR and VFR flights welcome!

Runway to Holland

17 Oct 2026 · 17:30–20:00z

📍 EHAM

The Dutch VACC invites you to Runway to Holland where we will handle all departures and arrivals on a single runway. Join us on the 17th of October between 1730z and 2000z and fly to or from Amsterdam Schiphol airport (E

Vitória -> Salvador Connection

17 Oct 2026 · 20:00–22:00z

📍 SBVT · SBSV

On October 17th, from 2000Z to 2200Z, join us for the Vitória - Salvador Connection: departing from Vitória (SBVT) and heading north to Salvador (SBSV)!

vZDC Presents: Live From Roanoke

17 Oct 2026 · 22:00–02:00z

📍 KIAD · KDCA · KBWI

vZDC Presents: “Live from Roanoke” – Featuring KIAD, KDCA, KBWI! Join vZDC for a special Live Controlling Event as our controllers staff up the Capital while in-person with each other for an evening of fun!

Prairie Skies Saturday

17 Oct 2026 · 23:00–02:00z

📍 CYWG

Join the Winnipeg FIR for our weekly event — Prairie Skies Saturday, running 23:00 to 02:00 UTC every Saturday!

[SEFG_CTR] | C1 Exam

17 Oct 2026 · 23:30–02:30z

📍 SEQM · SEGU · SECU · SEMT

SEFGCTR Controller Practical Test – Jerik Tapia | October 17th, 2026

12h of Brussels

18 Oct 2026 · 08:00–20:00z

📍 EBBR

Come and fly to our 12h of Brussels event on the 18th of October, between 0800z and 2000z. Enjoy full ATC coverage at the heart of Europe and take your favourite aircraft from or to EBBR, everything is possible! Mark t

Kolyma calling 2!

18 Oct 2026 · 09:00–13:00z

📍 UHHH · UHMM

“Off to Magadan” — literally this time. Depart Khabarovsk, climb north and enjoy full ATC on the way to UHMM.

[VTBS_TWR] | S2 Exam

18 Oct 2026 · 12:00–14:00z

📍 VTBS

Help London attempt his S2 rating by flying from/to Bangkok Suvarnabhumi (VTBS) during the stated date and time. All IFR and VFR traffic is welcome.

[OMDB_1_TWR] | S2 Exam

18 Oct 2026 · 12:00–14:00z

📍 OMDB

Get ready for a focused and lively evening Dubai experience as Ahmed Jamiel steps up for his S2 CPT on Dubai Tower, OMDBTWR!

[LIMF_WN0_APP] | S3 Exam

18 Oct 2026 · 14:00–16:00z

📍 LIMF

Fly in and out of LIMF as IFR or VFR to help Umberto prove he is ready to obtain the S3 rating on LIMFWN0APP!

[OMAA_1_TWR] | S2 Exam

18 Oct 2026 · 14:30–16:30z

📍 OMAA

Get ready for a focused and lively experience in Abu Dhabi as Eyas steps up for his S2 CPT on Abu Dhabi Tower, OMAATWR!

[CPT] | Exam at LECB_*_CTR (Barcelona Control)

18 Oct 2026 · 15:00–17:00z

📍 VATSIM network

Come and fly to Barcelona Control [LECB] and help Carlos Fernandez Gonzalez earn his C1 rating! Arrivals and departures are welcome, no matter whether you fly VFR or IFR. The exam will take place October 18th, at 1500Z.

Sweden Sunday

18 Oct 2026 · 16:00–20:00z

📍 ESSA · ESGG · ESMS

Discover Sweden Sundays! Every second Sunday, The Swedish controllers staffs ESSA, ESGG, ESMS, and the rest of the Swedish airspace. Enjoy smooth ATC service and explore the beauty of Scandinavian skies.

Capital Connections

18 Oct 2026 · 16:00–19:00z

📍 OKKK · OERK

Depart from King Khalid International Airport (OERK) or Kuwait International Airport (OKKK), and cross the northern Gulf to arrive at either destination.

Poland Sunday

18 Oct 2026 · 17:00–20:00z

📍 EPWA · EPMO · EPLL · EPRA

Every first and third Sunday of the month, from 17:00z to 20:00z, PLVACC invites all virtual pilots to the skies over Warsaw! Virtual air traffic controllers will provide ATC services within the TMA Warszawa: EPWA, EPMO,

Hannover Sunday

18 Oct 2026 · 17:30–20:00z

📍 EDD

Join us every Sunday, 1730-2000z, in Hannover! From airline and cargo operations to VFR traffic, experience one of the most versatile airports with full ATC coverage!

VATSIM Elite Wings

18 Oct 2026 · 18:00–20:00z

📍 MDPC · TDPD

Think you’ve got what it takes to handle complex airspace and high-traffic operations? Elite Wings is here to put your skills to the test!

Stuttgart Sunday

18 Oct 2026 · 18:00–20:00z

📍 EDDS

Get ready for Stuttgart Sunday! Whether it's a lawnmower or a jet engine, IFR or VFR, fixed-wing or rotary-wing, as long as it can fly, it's welcome in Stuttgart.

Havana Sunday Service

18 Oct 2026 · 19:00–22:00z

📍 MUHA

Havana Sunday Service