International Virtual Aviation Organisation

The International Virtual Aviation Organisation, IVAO for short, was founded in 1998 to provide an online platform for flight simulation enthusiasts to enjoy their hobby in a simulated real-world environment, in company of other people, flying or providing Air Traffic Control services.

  • Our community already has 260 000+ members from around the world!
  • We create and supply the software you need to connect to the network
  • We provide comprehensive training allowing you to develop your skills
  • All our services are free and always will be
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Upcoming Events

[06 OCT | 12z - 18z] [HQ+GR] Athens RFE 2024

The Hellenic Department of IVAO, invites you everyone at the established and biggest event of 2024! One of the oldest cities on the planet with a recorded history of over 3400 years and Capital of Modern Greece, is ready to welcome you on October 6th! Choose between 290 incoming and outgoing flights located at BOOKING SYSTEM There is definitely one or two flights that will meet your preferences! The manned stations with experienced visual Air Traffic Controllers during the event will provide you with quality services with the main goal of creating the most realistic atmosphere possible The duration of the event will be 6 hours from 12:00z (15:00 Greek time) to 18:00z (21:00 Greek time) All operators are required to read the information manual on the RFE website, in the Briefing section, to learn more about the nature and manner of the event Important announcement: In case of simultaneous departures or arrivals, the flights that will be booked by the booking system will take precedence over those that are unplanned, resulting in possibility of delay! All the flights of the event will be IFR only!

[06 OCT | 18z - 01z] [HQ+US+CO] Miami-Bogotá Airbridge

Join us for a trans-American airbridge! Fly in either direction between Miami (KMIA) and Bogotá (SKBO) and enjoy the sunshine and full ATC coverage

[06 OCT | 19z - 23z] [BR] Nordeste Connection

The Northeast region of Brazil is rich in culture More info: (Portuguese | Brazil)

[06 OCT | 21z-02z] [CU] Cuba Centro Full ATC

IVAO CU invites you to participate in the next event “Cuba Centro Full ATC” More info: (Spanish)

[11 OCT | 16z - 22z] [HQ+AT+BY+EG+GR+IT+NL+RO+SK+TR+UA+XB+XR+XT] Destination Antalya v1.0

Dear members, As one of Türkiyes major touristic provinces and home to the second busiest airport in Türkiye with respect to international flights, Antalya plays an important part in the aviation scene in Türkiye As we close down the summer season and before the air traffic to Antalya exponentially decreases, we would like to invite you to a multi-division event to get the full experience of flying in to Antalya with dense traffic and full ATC coverage or, if you wish, providing air traffic control services to ensure safe arrival for all participants in what we hope will be an annual event for many years So complete your flight planning or sector preparations and join us in what will be an enjoyable experience for everyone!

[DE] München RFE 2024

On 12102024, one of the most traditional events in the German division is once again calling for 18 hours of fun This Saturday from 03z to 21z you have the opportunity to conquer the digital skies over Munich and choose from over 900 bookable flights The event will be accompanied live from Dachau, where over 30 controllers will meet to offer you the best service We look forward to seeing you there

Why Choose Us

Other networks exist offering similar services, but none can match IVAO!

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