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NEW AIRLINES AND UPDATES - ISSUE 33
AIR TAXI UK VIRTUAL
WEB: http://www.atukv.co.uk
UK and European air taxi operations with a fleet consisting wholly of top-quality payware aircraft.
They specialise in smaller GA aircraft but have recently branched out by including the Flight One
ATR 72-500 and the PSS Concorde. Their main hub is Shoreham (EGKA) but other hubs are
Sheffield City (EGSY), Leeds Bradford (EGNM) and Heathrow (EGLL).
FS FLIGHT CLUB INTERNATIONAL AND FLIGHT CLUB AIRWAYS
WEB: http://www.toomuchfs.com
The ‘Flight of the Month Club’ is now offering a somewhat more traditional Virtual Airline service as
well. Not based on any real-world airline or schedule, their focus is on the pilot and getting a varied
experience. They offer a HUGE fleet of aircraft based from two hubs, India and Peru, and also offer a
new and unique virtual flying challenge each month. Here pilots will have the chance to fly something
different, to somewhere new - and they can almost promise that you'll learn something too!
VA LISTING
60th VIRTUAL AIR WING – HELICOPTER SUPPORT UNIT
WEB: http://www.geocities.com/60thvaw/60thhsu/index.html
A military-style outfit that flies choppers in combat roles.
ACE (AIRLINE CHARTER ENTERPRISES)
WEB: http://www.flyace.com/ace.htm
Interesting and unusual missions, and you can earn virtual cash for each flight to upgrade and
maintain your aircraft.
A & B AIRLINES
WEB: http://A_B_Air.tripod.com/AB_Airlines
Based at RAF Brize Norton, A&B (Adrian & Ben) Airlines fly VC-10 and C-17 Globemaster transports
on military operations.
AER SOLAS
WEB: http://www.freewebs.com/solas/
A recently launched Irish Virtual Airline with routes to the UK, Europe and other parts of the world.
AIR CANADIAN
WEB: http://www.AirCanadian.com
Air Canadian started operations on August 28, 2000 and has had a solid, consistent growth ever
since. All Air Canadian flights must be operated online, and both new and existing pilots are required
to only be part of one VA at a time.
AIR HUMBER
WEB: http://www.flyairhumber.tk
Air Humber currently only operates from Humberside airport and will operate from Glasgow,
Edinburgh and London Luton in the near future to all sorts of popular holiday destinations across
Europe and North America The airline currently owns one 757-200, but has ordered fourteen 757-200
and four 767-33 aircraft.
AIR INVICTA
WEB: http://www.airinvicta.co.uk
Based at Manston, Kent, The Air Invicta group has low-cost and 'full thrills' services, with Cargo
operations being set up soon.
AIR MALTA-VIRTUAL
WEB: http://www.amvirtual.net
The virtual version of the Maltese national airline – Air Malta. They operate with the full knowledge
and permission of Air Malta PLC and exist to mirror their operations as closely as possible. Air MaltaVirtual is based at Malta International Airport, with flights to Europe, North Africa and the Middle East
using the same aircraft, flight schedules and flight numbers as the real airline. They also operate
charter helicopter flights to and from the neighbouring island of Gozo, as well as tourist flights around
the Maltese islands.
AIR RELIANCE EXPRESS
WEB: http://www.freewebs.com/air-relianceexpress
Air Reliance Express is the commuter arm of sister airline Air Reliance Virtual and operates
commuter routes around the UK and between the Canary and Balearic Islands. Short-range
turboprops are the aircraft of choice and the VA is again aimed at the VA newcomer beginner pilot to
the VA world. See their online pilot manual for more information.
AIR RELIANCE VIRTUAL
WEB: http://www.freewebs.com/air-reliance Air Reliance Virtual is aimed at the beginner pilot to the
VA world. They operate the Boeing 757-200 to the Balearic Islands, Canary Islands and on a recent
new route to Venice, Italy. In 2005 they hope to operate some new aircraft and introduce some
exciting new routes to their schedules.
AIR SEATAC VIRTUAL
WEB: http://www.airseatac.com
Providing a unique, realistic, educational and entertaining environment for the virtual pilot with
international, regional and VFR scenic flights from hubs in the USA and Europe.
AIRSOURCE VIRTUAL EMPLOYER
WEB: http://www.air-source.us
The original virtual pilot’s union. VA pilots fly for a great number of real-world airlines all under one
roof.
AIR UMBRELLA
WEB: http://www.airumbrella.com
A medium-sized airline based around the borders of Holland, Germany and Belgium.
AIR WE GO
WEB: http://www.airwegogroup.co.uk
The AirWeGo Virtual Airline Group is a UK-based VA operating from Aberdeen, Cardiff, Humberside
and Manchester Airports. Their operations cover scheduled, charter, corporate and rotary flights, and
enjoying flight simulation is their main focus.
ARABIAN AIRLINES VIRTUAL AVIATION
WEB: http://www.arabian-va.ca.tc
Arabian Airlines is a Middle Eastern virtual airline with hubs in Casablanca, Beirut, and Dubai.
ATLANTIC AEROSPACE CORPORATION
WEB: http://www.atlanticskies.com
Includes Atlantic Skies (circa 1996), Golden Airlines, Atlantic Charters and New England Express.
AURIGNY AIR SERVICES
WEB: http://www.aurignyvirtual.org
A VA operating out of the Channel Islands, using MSFS and VATSIM ATC services on all flights,
which are based on the real-world Aurigny schedules. Their fleet consists of Britten-Norman
Trislanders, Saab 340s and a Shorts 360.
THE AVIATOR WEBSITE VA
WEB: http://www.aviatorwebsite.com/leisure/simulators/virtualairline/virtualairline.htm
The ‘Aviator’ website virtual airline operates domestic American routes, using either Microsoft’s Flight
Simulator, or Aerowinx’s 744 Simulator. The site is growing daily and new members are welcome to
develop further this area of the site.
BRITISH AIRWAYS VIRTUAL
WEB: http://www.bavirtual.co.uk
British Airways Virtual are licensed and approved by British Airways, and embrace the values and
standards of the UK’s national airline.
BRITISH JET
WEB: http://www.britishjet.tk
British Jet is based at Manchester Airport, using one 737-400 and one RJ-85. The VA supports both
FS2002 and FS2004, and will also be operating a fleet of Boeings and A380 aircraft when they are
available.
BRITISH VIRTUAL AIRWAYS
WEB: http://www.bvair.com
Founded in 1998, and now running the most comprehensive European network of any VA.
BRITANNIA AIRWAYS
WEB: http://www.worldzone.net/games/britanniava/Main.shtml
Britannia Airways incorporates the operations of the real UK-based charter airline Britannia Airways,
for FS2002 and FS98. Accurate schedules
based on the real ones, with hubs at Gatwick, Manchester and Glasgow and more to come. Their
fleet includes the 737-800, 757-200, 767-200, and 767-300, with new (Tui) and old liveries.
CALIFORNIA AIRWAYS
WEB: http://www.californiaair.net
An X-Plane VA, specialising in airline, charter and cargo transport operations worldwide, with three
major hubs in the US.
CANADIAN VIRTUAL AIRLINES
WEB: http://www.canadianva.com
Established for over five years, this is a VA which provides you with aircraft in both regional and
international fleets, routes, a flight academy, multiplayer sessions, an interactive forum and an
excellent website.
CARDINAL VIRTUAL AIRLINES
WEB: http://www.cardinalva.org
Flying passengers and freight online by day and night – commercial flight in a multiplayer
environment.
CARGOLUX
WEB: http://www.vbmc.demon.nl/cargolux
Luxembourg-based Cargolux is a cargo airline offering a collection of real-world Cargolux routes with
the freighter configuration of PS1.3a.
COSMO VIRTUAL AIRLINES
WEB: http://www.flycosmo.ca.tc
The rapidly growing Cosmo Airways is based in Athens, Greece and Dublin, Ireland; it operates an
A321 for its chartered holiday flights and a Boeing 757 for low-cost flights. Cosmo will be using larger
aircraft in the near future for flights to America and have a forum where pilots can chat.
DC3 AIRWAYS
WEB: http://www.dc3airways.com
A 1950s VA devoted exclusively to DC-3 enthusiasts.
DELTA VIRTUAL AIRLINES
WEB: http://www.deltava.org
A VA flying Delta and its alliance partners' routes with FS98/2000/2002. A serious virtual airline
designed for both the experienced pilot and the novice (and anyone in between!)
DOLPHIN AIRLINES
WEB: http://www.dolphin-one.org
The airline with a smile! Dolphin Airlines fly worldwide from their Brussels headquarters and seven
hubs across the world, in a selection of Airbus, Embraer and Fokker aircraft. The airline provides
scheduled flights for more than 100 destinations, cargo flights with its Dolphin One Cargo subsidiary
and business charters with Dolphin One Business. Automated PIREPs and logging of hours.
EASTERN VIRTUAL AIRLINES
WEB: http://www.evair.com
With over 300 pilots in their ranks, plus real 757 and 767 pilots available to answer questions.
EGLINTON PIPER CLUB
WEB: http://www.eglintonpiperclub.150m.com
Here’s something for the GA pilot looking for a virtual community – a new club for virtual Piper pilots,
based at Eglinton (EGAE) in Northern Ireland.
ELATION AIRWAYS
WEB: http://www.elationairways.co.uk
Elation is a regional VA operating out of the UK, domestically and to mainland Europe, using a fleet
of 737-300s, BAe 146-200s and Dornier 328 turboprops.
ELITEJETS
WEB: http://www.elitejets.co.uk
A new VA where your skills rather than just logged flying hours will move you up through the ranks.
Elitejets promises top-quality training from instructors on the Roger Wilco voice system for a variety
of jet aircraft such as PMDG’s 737, the PSS A330/340 and the Pilot In Command 767-300.
EMERALD AIR
WEB: http://www.emeraldair.net
Emerald Air is based in Ireland but has hubs elsewhere. The VA holds weekly VATSIM flights and
has its own fleet of aircraft
EUROPAIR 3000
WEB: http://www.geocities.com/europair3000/main
A new VA based in England, with hubs at Manchester and East Midlands.
They operate European and Middle East schedules with passenger and cargo fleets, and their main
aircraft is the A330.
EUROPEAN WORLD AIRWAYS
WEB: http://ewa.ibusinessdot.com
With hubs based at Heathrow and JFK, they serve Europe, the Middle East and America.
EUROSTAR AVIATION
WEB: http://www.eurostar-aviation.ch
Described as an award-winning virtual airline with an emphasis on detail and professionalism.
EXTREME CARGO AIRLINES
WEB: http://www.extreme-cargo-airlines.tk
A new cargo-based VA, flying mainly large jets throughout the world, and meeting on MSN’s Zone.
FLIGHTLINE
WEB: http://infolab.kub.nl/people/hoppie/ps1/fl
No schedules or hubs, but a 744 PS1 fleet of planes that can be used by everybody to enjoy flying a
plane that has already been flown by many other people before.
FLYAIR LONDON
WEB: http://www.flyairlondon.ca.tc
Based at London Heathrow and Newcastle, FlyAir London operates the 767-300/200,747-400, A340300 and the 777-200 for its long-haul requirements. For its short-haul operations it uses the A320 and
757-200 and for regional flights the CRJ-200.
FLYING TIGERS GROUP OF VAs
All these VAs are part of the Flying Tigers group. They are independent and each have their own
management, and pilots belonging to one VA have the flexibility to fly routes from any other VA in the
group. The group boasts automated pilot services using ASP/SQL technology, online rating exams
and check flights, and some of the sites are currently being revamped to cater for native speakers in
the countries where the airlines are based.
ALOHA VA
WEB: http://www.cpavirtual.org/aloha
ASIANA VA
WEB: http://www.cpavirtual.org/asiana
CPA VIRTUAL
WEB: http://www.cpavirtual.org
HAWAIIAN VA
WEB: http://www.cpavirtual.org/hawaiian
JAL VA
WEB: http://www.cpavirtual.org/jal
LUFTHANSA VA
WEB: http://www.cpavirtual.org/lufthansa
MALAYSIA VA
WEB: http://www.cpavirtual.org/malaysia
SINGAPORE VA
WEB: http://www.cpavirtual.org/singapore
SOUTH AFRICAN VA
WEB: http://www.cpavirtual.org/southafrican
SRI LANKAN VA
WEB: http://www.cpavirtual.org/srilankan
SWISS VA
WEB: http://www.cpavirtual.org/swiss
THAI VA
WEB: http://www.cpavirtual.org/thai
VA FRANCE
WEB: http://www.cpavirtual.org/AirFrance
VA PACIFIC
WEB: http://www.cpavirtual.org/airpacific
VA TAHITI NUI
WEB: http://www.cpavirtual.org/airtahitinui
VIETNAM VA
WEB: http://www.cpavirtual.org/vietnam
FLY UK VIRTUAL AIRWAYS
WEB: http://www.flyukva.com
Fly UK fly a modern Boeing and Airbus fleet out of Leeds/Bradford and JFK Intl. in the USA.
FREEWORLD AIRWAYS
WEB: http://www.freeworld-airways.net
A new X-Plane VA with bases in many countries around the world. Pilots wishing to fly online are
welcome to fly with both the VATSIM and IVAO networks.
HAWAIIAN INTERNATIONAL
WEB: http://www.gorji.com/hawaii.html
Previously open only to those using PS1 or X-Plane, any flight sim can now be used with this VA.
Book him, Danno!
HELIOS AIRWAYS VIRTUAL
WEB: http://www.FlyHelios.tk
Helios Airways is based at Larnaca International (LCLK) in Cyprus and operates the same European
schedules and aircraft (737-300, 737-800NG and Avro RJ100 Avroliner) as the real Helios Airways.
ICELANDAIR
WEB: http://www.icelandair-virtual.com
They fly to most of the major airports on the US East Coast, Canada and Europe using real-world
routes and timetables.
IRELAND DIRECT
WEB: www.flyidv.cjb.net
A new FS2002/2004 Ireland-based VA looking for pilots and staff. They fly 757s and 777s and have
more aircraft on the way!
JERSEY GROUP OF AIRLINES
WEB: http://www.jersey-va.co.uk
A VA group that includes Jersey Euro Link, Jersey Cargo Link and Jersey Sun.
JET2 AIRWAYS
WEB: http://www.flyjet2.tk
The only VA dedicated to Jet2 airways, and currently flying a variety of Boeing and Airbus aircraft.
JET AMERICA EXPRESS
WEB: http://www.jaxair.com
JAX is now in its third year of operation and runs three divisions (Regional, Charters/Cargo and
Commercial) for FS2002/2004 users; the airline is committed to online flying with VATSIM and their
fleet includes over 30 customised aircraft, ranging from trainers to An-224s.
JETSTAR INTERNATIONAL
WEB: http://www.jetstarairlines.com
JetStar International Airlines is a professionally run airline, now employing pilots to join hubsin
London, Brussels and at any of its other nine hubs worldwide.
JMC VIRTUAL
WEB: http://www.geocities.com/virtualtravelgroup/jmc.html
jmc virtual is based around the real-life holiday airline, jmc. They are based at Manchester Airport
and operate a large fleet which includes the Airbus A320, A330 and the Boeing 757.
JUMP AIRWAYS
WEB: http://www.euroairlinegroup.co.uk/jump.htm
A new VA which opened in May 2004. They fly from London City with 4 ERJ-135s, 4 Dornier 328s
and 2 Dornier 228s to many British and European destinations.
KIWI AIR SCENIC
WEB: http://www.mike-the-wanderer.co.uk
This small and friendly VA with big plans operates out of Auckland, Christchurch and Wellington in
New Zealand. At present they have a modest fleet of turboprops and fly not only scheduled routes
but also adventure trips and charter flights all over the country. Future plans include the addition of
some jet airliners and executive aircraft to open up international routes - and possibly a Lockheed
C130 to provide a polar service to McMurdo Base in Antarctica!
KNIGHT AIR
WEB: http://www.knightair.org
A VA whose only aim is to have fun. “Knight Air is here,” they say, “for anyone and everyone; it
doesn't belong to any one individual or group of individuals, it belongs to its pilots.” They also have a
Heathrow PS1 division.
LIVEWIRE VIRTUAL AIRLINES
WEB: http://www.livewireairlines.com and www.eurolivewire.com
A real-time Internet add-on for Microsoft FS 2000/2002.
MONARCH VA GROUP
WEB: http://www.monarchvirtualairlines.com
Monarch have been in business for six months now and, having established a sound infrastructure
for the organisation, are ready to publicise their wide range of activities. The VA numbers over 100
active pilots - both online and off - in its ranks and lets members fly any route in any of the group’s
aircraft across all the brands incorporated into the group.
MYTHOLOGICAL AIRLINES
WEB: http://mythair.basslinemusic.net
Not based on any real-world airline, Mythological Airlines has the freedom to expand its routes and
airlines as it sees fit. At the moment they fly European routes in an Embraer ERJ-145 and an A320200.
NOBLE AIR
WEB: http://www.nobleair.com
Noble Air has hubs around the world and they’re very proud of their ability to retain pilots.
NORTH AMERICAN VIRTUAL AIRWAYS
WEB: http://alaska_va.tripod.com
Based on real-world airline routes, they have one of the most realistic flight schedules to be found
anywhere.
NORTHWEST VIRTUAL AIRLINES ET AL
WEB: http://www.nwva.org/nwva
Now celebrating six years serving the VA world, Northwest Virtual Airlines et al is always accepting
applications for pilots. Flights are based on actual Northwest Airlines, KLM, Mesaba, Continental
Airlines and Alaska Airlines routes. A VA for users of FS98/2000 and 2002, but pilots may also use,
at their discretion, ATP - Transport Pilot, Pro Pilot, X-Plane, Fly! and PS-1.
NORTHWIND AIRLINES
WEB: http://www.majgaj.com/northwindair
A new VA with its own brand new automated structure, from recruitment and assignments to the pilot
roster and statistics – instant assignments and instant updates! They have hubs at Helsinki, London,
Denver, Los Angeles and Tokyo, and a variety of aircraft.
ORANGE AIR
WEB: http://www.orange-air.com
Flights all over the world, good aircraft, and active hub management.
PACIFIC AIRWAYS
WEB: http://pacific.flyafa.com
With a wide selection of aircraft, six hubs in the US and one in the UK, Pacific Airways are a
professional outfit for MSFS pilots. Amongst other benefits they offer training, a pilots’ forum and their
own file library.
PACIFIC WEST AIRWAYS
WEB: http://www.pacificwestairways.com
A US-based VA, Pacific West operate more than 1,200 flights a day from six main operation centres.
POLAR AIRWAYS VIRTUAL AIRLINE
WEB: http://www.polarairways.com
Dutch VA operating online flights on SATNET/SATEUR.
RAF662 COMBAT FLIGHT SIMULATOR GROUP
WEB: www.raf662.com
Started shortly after the release of the first version of Combat Flight Simulator, the RAF662 CFSG is
devoted principally to all versions of CFS as well as IL-2 and Forgotten Battles, but members’
interests encompass the whole spectrum of combat flight sims.
ROYAL ARMED FORCES VIRTUAL (RAFv)
WEB: http://www.rafvirtual.org
Online and offline flights with Microsoft Flight Simulator; RAF aircraft and principles, and a wide range
of missions. A virtual Air Force with a command structure similar to the real-world RAF.
SAUDI ARABIAN VIRTUAL AIRLINES
WEB: http://www.sv-virtual.com
Saudi Arabian VA have a new and completely redesigned website, offering many new services and
features.
SIMNASA
WEB: http://www.simnasa.org
Something slightly different! SimNASA is a virtual space agency dedicated to re-creating the NASA
space program. Pilots must complete a training programme on FS2002 and Orbiter, and there are
study and examination requirements. SimNASA has so far completed the Mercury, Gemini, and most
of the Apollo series of missions, and Skylab and Shuttle missions are lined up for the future.All
launches are broadcast and performed via VATSIM.
SOBELAIR
WEB: http://www.sobelairva.net
Founded in 2002 and based on Sobelair Airlines, with a hub in Brussels, Belgium. In one year they
have clocked up over 5,000 hours.
SOLENT AIRLINES
WEB: http://www.solentairvirtual.co.uk
Operating scheduled European and domestic flights from Southampton, Bournemouth and Southend
airports, as well as long-haul services from London Gatwick to worldwide destinations.
SOUTHWEST VIRTUAL
WEB: http://www.virtualswa.com
This airline claims an impressive 1,000,000 hits per month on its website.
SOUTHWEST VIRTUAL AIRLINES
WEB: http://www.southwestva.net
Now actively recruiting pilots, Southwest Virtual Airlines flies all the routes and planes of the real
airline and fly on the eSkyWorld network (see www.eskyworld.com).
SSERVICES AIRWAYS
WEB: http://www.sservices.co.uk
Sservices Airways is a VA with hubs at Glasgow, Edinburgh and Frankfurt; it flys the A320 and A330
and B737-400, with the A319 to replace the B737-400s within the next six months.
STA (SKY TRAVEL ALLIANCE)
WEB: http://www.sta-virtual.net
A group of FS2002 and FS2004 VAs dedicated to providing pilots with a realistic and enjoyable VA
experience. Allied airlines range from Go! To Flybe and Excel Airlines.
STEVENS VIRTUAL AIRLINES
WEB: http://www.stevens-va.de
Stevens Virtual Airlines is maintained by real-world commercial jet pilots, whose goal is to be as
realistic as possible in their operations.
SUN AIRWAYS
WEB: http://www.sun-virtual.com
Sun Airways operates a fleet of CRJ-900s, CRJ-200s and A320s on short- and medium-haul flights It
has an automated PIREP system and promises friendly and helpful staff!
SUN STAR AIRLINES
WEB: http://sunstarairlines.netfirms.com/
Sun Star is a VA for FS2002/2004 users and is based at Nice Cote d'Azur Airport (LFMN) in the
South of France; it operates a wide range of passenger, cargo and helicopter services throughout
Europe, Africa, the Middle East, the Caribbean, USA and Canada.
TEXAS AIR CARGO
WEB: http://www.geocities.com/texas_air_cargo
A contract cargo carrier operating out of Austin/Bergstrom International Airport in the Lone Star state.
THOMAS COOK VA BELGIUM
WEB: http://www.thomascookva.be.tf
A very user-friendly VA operating a fleet of PSS A320s flying to many popular European holiday
resorts.
TRADEWIND CARIBBEAN AIRLINES (TCA)
WEB: http://www.tradewind.org
TradeWind Caribbean Airways
is one of the longest-running VAs on the internet. They are based in the Caribbean, but have pilots
are from all over the world, flying in a friendly FS family environment.
UNITY VIRTUAL
WEB: http://www.flyunity.com
Unity is divided into divisions (Airways, Logistics and Aeroclub), with each one representing a unique
FS activity. Their real-time routing system allows them to operate one of the most realistic VA
communities around.
USAIR VIRTUAL
WEB: http://www.usairvirtual.com
UsAir Virtual are recruiting pilots and have hubs at Detroit Metro, La Guardia Intl., Philadelphia Intl.
and Pittsburgh Intl.
VADMIN (VIRTUAL AIRLINE ADMINISTRATION SYSTEM)
WEB: http://www.munmites.org/users/VAdmin
Not a VA as such, VAdmin is a very useful free administrative tool for running a VA. It will allow you
to automate aspects of your VA administration workload and plenty more besides.
VIRGIN SUN
WEB: http://www.members.aol.com/Afre63456/vvs
British charter VA based at Birmingham and London Gatwick, flying to and from sunspots around the
globe.
VIRTUAL ROYAL AIR FORCE
WEB: http://www.vraf.co.uk
A new organisation which is looking for new recruits to its ranks. The vRAF’s aim is to create an
online social environment that virtually mirrors the real-world RAF.
WESTWIND AIRLINES
WEB: http://www.flywestwind.com
This VA boasts some pretty challenging schedules, with over 3,000 pilots in its ranks.
WORLD BUSINESS AIRLINES
WEB: http://www.geocities.com/worldbava
Brand-new VA based in Norway.
ZOOM VIRTUAL AIRLINES
WEB: http://www.savair.org
Charter flights within Canada, using an ultra modern fleet of A320-200s.