Hello everyone,

To comply with the introduction of the Global Controller Administration Policy (GCAP), we have made some changes to the way training is conducted within the Heathrow TG.

Heathrow is now categorised as a Tier 1 airfield. For more information regarding GCAP, please see the VATSIM.net policy here.

Introduction of Heathrow GMP/GMC endorsements for S1 members

With the implementation of GCAP, members who hold an S1 rating are now able to apply with Heathrow Training.

For an S1 to be eligible for Heathrow training they must:

• Be on the active controlling roster, and
• Must not have significant negative feedback, and
• Hold a Gatwick ground endorsement with 50 hours on EGKK positions, post-endorsement award. (This is required due to high traffic level experience/exposure)

Due to the expected demand in training at an S1 level, there will be a waiting list for S1 members who wish to gain an endorsement on Heathrow. Where excess training capacity exists within the Heathrow TG, S1 members at the top of the waiting list will be given access to the entry exam and offered practical training. 

If you wish to start your Heathrow training as an S1, please submit a ticket to ATC-Training stating you meet the requirements above. 

Changes to (S2+) Ground & Tower Training - (Removal of Training Places)

There are little changes to how training is conducted if you have an S2 or higher rating. However, there is no longer a requirement to express interest in training. You are able to self enrol on all courses and attempt the entry exam. Additionally, there will be no waiting lists unless training demand is exceptionally high. Therefore, after the entry exam has been passed, members will be given permission to request practical sessions. Upon completion of the endorsement, if your permanent rating is higher than the Heathrow endorsement you were granted, you will be enrolled on the next Moodle course to continue your progression within the training group. 

Note: Due to the amount of sessions required to obtain an endorsement on Heathrow Director, training places will still be utilised and the training process remains unchanged. However, members may self-enrol on this course. 

The Heathrow Endorsements page on the VATSIM UK website will be updated shortly. Any questions, please reach out to me on Discord.