It allows pilots to communicate with each other

It reduces the need for ATC services

It helps maintain clear and efficient communication between pilots and ATC

It ensures that all pilots receive the same instructions

VHF 121.5 only, which is for emergency situations

UHF 243.0 frequency primarily used for emergencies online

A made-up VATSIM frequency to handle unsafe situations

All network-monitored frequencies available for emergencies

Streamers can ignore the Code of Conduct

Streaming is not allowed

Streaming requires special permission

Streamers must follow the Code of Conduct

VFR relies on flight instruments, while IFR relies on visual references.

VFR is for private flights, while IFR is for commercial flights.

VFR is used for international flights, while IFR is for domestic flights.

VFR relies on visual references, while IFR relies on flight instruments.

To set forth how members are expected to conduct themselves

To describe the standards for pilot activities

To provide legal agreements between VATSIM and its users

To outline the organizational structure and operation of the network

Leave without notifying ATC.

Request permission from ATC and provide an estimated time of return.

Increase altitude to avoid other traffic.

Turn off the radio.

Sharing your personal email address with other account holders

Connecting as an observer for unnaturally long inactive periods

Using duplicate fictitious callsigns for practice network flights

Using VATSIM resources to threaten or harass others

Callsign and destination

Callsign and altitude

Callsign and location

Callsign and estimated time of arrival

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VATSIM is a community that strives to simulate the aviation ecosystem as realistically as possible, understanding that things like technology / simulator variations, volunteer staffing limitations, etc. can require adaptations to accommodate.  Pilots are expected to have a reasonably moderate level of foundational aviation knowledge, and be familiar enough with the aviation ecosystem and their aircraft before connecting to the VATSIM network.

No prior aviation knowledge is required, as VATSIM requires completion of the formal pilot rating certification program for all users.

VATSIM users must not only be proficient, but must hold current Subject Matter Expert Certification (or higher) by the International Flight Simulation Association.