Changes to The Flying Programme
We’re pleased to announce the launch of a brand new VFR (Visual Flight Rules) course within The Flying Programme, built specifically to support everyday pilots who want to fly light aircraft confidently on the VATSIM network without getting too buried theory or technicalities.
This course provides a practical, no nonsense introduction to VFR flying, focusing on the essential knowledge and skills needed to operate competently in the online environment. Unlike t
First of all I just want to say a massive thank you to the entire mentoring team who have made 2025 possible in the Pilot Training Department!
Join the team
We are always looking for new mentors across our training courses: P1, P2, and TFP. Irrespective of your experience, if you are interested in contributing to the division and passionate about flying then please reach out!
Helpdesk: https://helpdesk.vatsim.uk/ (select “Pilot Training” as the department)
Overview
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Hi all! I am pleased to announce we will be recruiting for a new Advanced Flight Instructor who will co-run the department alongside our current advanced flight instructor @Tarik Merrylees. The advanced FI is responsible for creating and maintaining the P3_CMEL(A).
The Advanced Flight Instructors main responsibilities to begin with will include:
Working alongside the current advanced FI to create the P3_CMEL(A)
Oversee the development of the P3 CMEL(A) Moodle, lesson plans,