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Enroute Operations Coordinator & Enroute TGI Resigns

Kieran Hardern

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It is with huge regret that I must announce what many in the community have known for a while. Harry, our Enroute Operations Coordinator will sadly be leaving his role in Operations and as the Enroute TGI at the end of 2023.

Harry has been in his Operations post since October 2020, appointed by my predecessor Jack. During these 3 years, he has promoted our Enroute documentation to new highs - most notably with the creation of the Scottish vMATS, substantial clarity on our general Area procedures, implementation of the UK’s FRA and extensive collaboration with our neighbours to keep our Letters of Agreement consistent and current. Along with this he has provided support and guidance to many other projects, including numerous revisions in our sector file, as well as managing to author or co-author several Aerodrome vMATS.

Since June 2022, Harry has also taken on the role of Enroute TGI, following a period where this position remained vacant. During this short time, we have achieved 15 exam passes - a significant testament to the dedication of the mentoring team and Harry’s leadership.

Harry’s passion and dedication to our hobby has been impressive. I met him around the time he obtained his S3, in 2014 when I was in the old role of ‘London RTS Instructor’. Since his C1, he has controlled over 3000 hours on the network, held and excelled in a variety of staff positions and made a substantial impact on many generations of our controllers. The Division is sorry to see you leave these roles Harry and wish you all the best.

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Chris Pawley

Harry,

Our history on VATSIM is probably as long as your time here, and that time has seen many changes and a huge investment in time, enthusiasm and in contributions to the things that the division now does. The mark you leave on the division is a hugely significant one, from the shape of the sectors we use, to the management and use of airspace during busy events. I could write more about the volume of your work with us, but we can simply describe as both substantial and impactful.

I am so happy that you leave these roles with a huge legacy which will be felt for many years.

Good luck for the future, do not be a stranger.

Chris.

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Federico Handl

Federico Handl

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Enjoy retirement Harry!


It has been a pleasure working with you on the many airspace and procedure changes we've had since I've joined VATéir Ops at the start of 2022. Your contributions to VATSIM UK and the network as a whole have not gone under the radar (pun intended).

All the best with your future endeavours! ❤️

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Erik Wachters

Erik Wachters

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Hi Harry,

Thanks for the great work and cooperation during our many LoA discussions!
Hope to see you around.

Erik Wachters
Nav Director
Belux vACC

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Chad Byworth

Harry, it's been a pleasure working with you. All the best with the future. Don't be a stranger!

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Kye Taylor

Harry!!! All the best and its been amazing working with you! Hope to still see you around! (Now who will be watching? 👀)

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