Learn how to be comfortable when flying on VATSIM for the first time! This video covers how to get set up with flying on VATSIM, the procedures and communication basics to set any pilot up for success!
Chapters:
0:00 - Intro
1:00 - Joining VATSIM
3:07 - VATSIM Resources
3:43 - Where to Start
4:45 - vPilot Set Up
6:00 - Loading into the Sim
9:17 - Flight Planning
16:34 - SimBrief
18:35 - File on VATSIM
27:55 - Communications Flow
30:36 - Clearance Delivery
46:17 - Uncontrolled Field Operations
49:13 - VFR Operations
49:58 - Ground Control
58:16 - Tower Control
1:02:13 - Departure
1:06:20 - En-Route (Center Control)
1:11:27 - Descent
1:14:48 - STARs
1:18:24 - Holding
1:25:30 - Approach
1:27:55 - Visual Separation
1:28:07 - Approach Types
1:38:55 - Local (Tower)
1:41:42 - Missed Approach/Go-Around
1:42:54 - Landing Modes
1:43:33 - Ground Control (Destination)
1:44:39 - Frequency Etiquette
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Resources/Other helpful videos:
Reference: FAA Instrument Procedures Handbook, Chapters 1 and 3
A listing of free books can be found at the FAA website at:
www.faa.gov/regulations_policies/handbooks_manuals…
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SID and STAR Tutorial Part 1
• SID and STAR Tutorial Part 1
SID and STAR Tutorial Part 2
• SID and STAR Tutorial Part 2
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my.vatsim.net/learn/aviation-skills/section/111
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IFR Communications
my.vatsim.net/learn/aviation-skills/section/12
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my.vatsim.net/learn/aviation-skills/section/110
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Reference: FAA Instrument Procedures Handbook, Chapter 4
A listing of free books can be found at the FAA website at:
www.faa.gov/regulations_policies/handbooks_manuals…
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