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

[09 AUG | 13z - 18z] [HQ+XM+XG+SA] The 7th IVAO Connect Event

The IVAO Connect Events is a series of events organized solely by the IVAO Events Department in partnership with active IVAO divisions The purpose is to increase our event’s network activity by connecting neighbour divisions through special events Three divisions will participate in these events, with each division having two airports, resulting in a total of six airports for the event Pilots are required to complete two flights between these six airports, with the only condition being that the flights cannot be between two airports within the same division The idea is to enjoy an event with a lot of traffic but without overloading an airport

[XU][18z-20z] Manchester Overload

Fancy overloading an entire airports air traffic control team IVAO XU MCD are holding a focused Departure and Arrival hub at the UKs 3rd busiest airport Manchester (EGCC) Live from 12z be sure to give our controllers a challenge until 17z with full ATC in and out of Manchester!

[10 AUG | 21z - 22z] [AR] Ushuaia to Alaska LEG 16 - Group Flight

This tour includes 21 Legs, from Ushuaia to Alaska and if you complete at least 10 of them in a Group Way, you will be awarded the “Division Spirit” Award at the end of the tour

[CL+HQ][22z-00z] FIR MSE - PUERTO MONTT & PUNTA ARENAS

Join the Chilean Division on their new regional MSE event

[11 AUG | 13z - 17z] [IN + HQ] Bengaluru RFE 2024

Get ready for a thrilling experience as IVAO India hosts its third RFE at Kempegowda International Airport Bengaluru (VOBL) on 11th of August 2024 from 13z - 17z

[05 AUG | 17z - 19z][SO EVENT][CA] Aquarian Eagle Exercise

Special Operations Event: Dear pilots, We welcome you to our inaugural Special Operation exercise over the stunning Canadian territory on IVAO This event features a technical low and fast flight over a river with fighter jets, known as the Jet Loop The exercise will take place from 17:00 UTC to 19:00 UTC Participate as a pilot to earn two points toward the Jet Fighter Award, or provide ATC services to accumulate two points for the SO ATC Award Join us in this dynamic and challenging event to showcase your skills and contribute to our success! Event Master Plan is provided on the HQ-SOD website Participant registration is required on the HQ-SOD website

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