Special Operations Administration

VATSIM is an online community created for enthusiasts of flight simulation and air traffic control. One of the main goals of VATSIM is to create an environment which is fun and, at the same time, educational and a realistic simulation of procedures followed by pilots and air traffic controllers everyday around the world. In addition, the virtual airline is an integral part of the flight simulation community and allows many online pilots to experience the unique characteristics of the airline industry and various government agencies around the world.

The VATSIM SPECIAL OPERATIONS ADMINISTRATION (VSOA) exists to work with various virtual organizations that utilize the VATSIM network. Here you will find links to popular Virtual Airlines, General Aviations groups as well as special interest groups that cover Military, Para-military and civilian government flight organizations. It is a one stop location for the hobbyist to see what is available as well as upcoming virtual organizations wishing to join the VATSIM family. The VSOA is represented on the VATSIM Board of Governors by through the VP: VAs and SOAs. 

The goal of the VSOA is to promote education through entertainment for all VATSIM members. Ranging from the simplest flight organizations to the most complex and detailed. From the typical daily puddle jump flights to international red eye flights, from carrying passengers to flying combat air patrols, or search and rescue.. The organizations listed here are made up of dedicated people who have put forth the work and research to ensure the best possible amount of realism for the benefit of their members. Chances are one or more of the organizations here have something you are looking for, I invite you to surf through their websites and see what they have to offer, you wont be disappointed.  

The VSOA is divided into four sections, each covering the specific area of interest. The four sections are:

• Virtual Military Affiliated Flight Organizations (Special Operations - Military): All virtual military flight organizations that are a part of the VATSIM community are listed here and are considered to be a part of VSOA. All organizations listed here are required to adhere to stringent guidelines of operation, training and realism in order to utilize the VATSIM network for Military related activities and events. To view a list of affiliated military flight organizations please visit the link above, if you have questions about affiliating a new military organization or have any other questions please contact the liaison below. 

VATSIM-SOA Military Affiliate Liaison: Barry Jeter

• Virtual Paramilitary Affiliated Flight Organizations (Special Operations - Paramil): All virtual paramilitary flight organizations that are a part of the VATSIM community are listed here and are considered to be a part of VSOA. All organizations listed here are required to adhere to stringent guidelines of operation, training and realism in order to utilize the VATSIM network for paramilitary related activities and events. To view a list of affiliated paramilitary flight organizations please visit the link above, if you have questions about affiliating a new paramilitary organization or have any other questions please contact the liaison below. 

VATSIM-SOA Paramilitary Affiliate Liaison: Barry Jeter

• Virtual Civilian Government Agency Flight Organizations (Special Operations - CG): Virtual flight organizations that are government related but not necessarily combat orientated are listed here. These groups are considered to be a part of the VSOA and may be required to meet special requirements based on their activities and events while using the VATSIM network. To view a list of affiliated flight organizations please visit the link above, if you have questions about affiliating a new civil-government organization or have any other questions please contact the liaison below. 

VATSIM-SOA Civilian Government Affiliate Liaison: Barry Jeter

• VA PARTNERS (Virtual Airlines & General Aviation Organizations): Here in this area you will find various groups that represent recreations or fantasy airlines from the bush pilot to international carriers and all of those in between. The requirements for posting new organizations in this segment are minimal. To review the organizations posted in this area please visit the link to the left. If you are interested in posting a organization here please visit the appropriate link below. 

VATSIM-SOA Virtual Airlines Affiliate Liaison: Joe Zahaitis

Organizations wishing to be listed on VA Partners Apply to be a Partner VA 

 

*NOTE*   All recognized virtual flight organizations using the VATSIM network are listed here. Individuals wishing to list / affiliate their virtual organization with VATSIM are asked to read and be familiar with the contents of (1) the VSOA POLICY DOCUMENT and (2) the VSOA Operational Policy before applying. Please direct your questions to the appropriate liaison or directly to VP: VAs and SOAs.