EuroSKIES flight operations is where realism and challenge converge. Our immersive virtual airline operations department offers event planning, tour scheduling, and comprehensive virtual operations manuals, ensuring an engaging experience for our members of all skill levels. We will introduce you to our work and what we did within the last weeks and months.
Event Planning
It’s one of our favourite things to do, and we’re really passionate about bringing our community of virtual pilots together in exciting and engaging ways. We regularly organise a variety of events, such as fly-ins, focus airports, and group flights, that cater to all of our pilots.
Fly-Ins: Fly-ins are some of our most popular events! Pilots from various departure airports converge on a single airport, creating a bustling hub of activity. These events offer the perfect opportunity for pilots to interact, share experiences, and showcase their flying skills in a dynamic, virtual environment.
Focus Airports: Our focus airport events are a fantastic opportunity for our pilots to explore new destinations, refine their approaches and experience the unique challenges and characteristics of different airports around the globe. Each event is centred around a specific airport for a designated period, allowing our pilots to gain a deeper understanding of the airport and its operations.
Group Flights: Group flights are a real favourite among our community! They foster a wonderful sense of camaraderie and teamwork as we embark on coordinated journeys from one destination to another. These flights are meticulously planned to ensure an enjoyable and realistic experience, with all participants following a shared flight plan.
At euroSKIES, our event planning team is passionate about creating unforgettable experiences that will take your virtual flying adventures to the next level. Whether you’re navigating busy airspace during a fly-in, perfecting your landings at a focus airport, or enjoying the thrill of a group flight, our events are designed to challenge and entertain.
Tour planning
We create unique, challenging, and rewarding experiences for our pilots. Our tours combine a variety of tasks and feature exceptional airports, offering a dynamic mix of non-scheduled routes that keep the flying experience fresh and exciting.
Innovative Tours: Our innovative tours, like the Hurtigruten Tour, are an amazing way to explore new regions and tackle the specific challenges each leg of the journey presents. These tours mimic famous real-world routes, such as the scenic journey along the Hurtigruten cruise lines, and provide an immersive way to experience the world in a whole new way!
Qualifications Tours: We’ve got more for you! In addition to our standard tours, we’ve got some specialised qualification tours designed to help pilots reach new skill levels. These tours are meticulously crafted to challenge your abilities and provide the necessary training for individual qualifications. Some of our destinations require specific skills and certifications, so you can be sure that every flight will push you to become a better pilot.
At euroSKIES, we believe that tour planning is so much more than just creating routes. It’s about crafting adventures that will test your skills, expand your horizons, and bring the joy of flight to your screen!
Scheduling
At euroSKIES, we’re passionate about offering our pilots variety and realism in flight scheduling, while also providing them with the flexibility they need to excel. Twice a year, we release a new schedule, each tailored to the season’s unique demands and opportunities.
Seasonal Focus: Our summer schedule is all about leisure destinations, giving pilots the chance to explore some of the most popular vacation spots. In winter, we switch gears and focus on regions known for winter sports, offering routes to some of the most exciting and challenging airports in snowy climates.
Precision Planning: Our flight plans are crafted with the utmost care and attention to detail, incorporating all the essential elements you need to know, such as night curfews and accurate turnaround times. This dedication to accuracy ensures an authentic experience, mirroring real-world operations, so you can be sure you’re in safe hands.
Flexible Flying: Our schedules are carefully prepared, but they’re not binding! Our pilots have the freedom to choose whether to follow the realistic times or fly whenever it suits them best. This flexibility allows you to enjoy the euroSKIES experience on your own terms, making it perfect for both serious sim enthusiasts and casual flyers.
euroSKIES is the perfect solution for those who want the best of both worlds when it comes to flight scheduling. It combines the structure of real-world operations with the freedom to fly at your convenience.
virtual Operations Manuals
Our Virtual Operations Manual is the beating heart of euroSKIES. It draws inspiration from the comprehensive Operations Manuals and Standard Operating Procedures of real-world airlines, and it’s our mission to make it the best it can be! However, we place great importance on flexibility and individuality, ensuring that our standards serve as a foundation rather than rigid restrictions.
Comprehensive Guide: The Operations Manual is an amazing resource for our members! It provides detailed instructions on procedures, workflows, and safety standards that closely mimic real aviation regulations. This guide empowers our pilots to enhance the realism of their flight simulation experience while fully enjoying the excitement of virtual flying.
Foundation for Success: Our standards are designed to make your flying experience with our virtual airline as smooth and coordinated as possible. But don’t worry, they’re not meant to limit our pilots! We encourage you to personalise your flying experiences and contribute your expertise to continuously improve and adapt the manual to meet the evolving needs of our community.
Flexibility and Individuality: At euroSKIES, we’re all about giving you the freedom to chart your own course! Whether you’re interested in scheduled flights or charter operations, our Operations Manual offers guidelines to tailor your flight experiences to your preferences.
Upcoming Enhancements: We are thrilled to announce that our airport categorisation and briefing document is almost ready to go! It will be published soon, offering even more detailed information to enhance your virtual flying adventures. Stay tuned for excerpts and updates!
The Virtual Operations Manual at euroSKIES is a living, breathing document that is constantly being improved to support our amazing community!
Expansion
We are thrilled to announce our expansion plans, which will take our virtual airline to new heights! As we continue to evolve, we are preparing to introduce new aircraft, innovative concepts, and expand our operational regions.
New Aircraft and Concepts: We’ve got some exciting plans for the future! We’re going to be adding long-haul, cargo, and regional aircraft, which will broaden the scope of our operations and offer our pilots some truly diverse flying experiences. Whether you’re interested in intercontinental flights, freight transport, or short-haul regional hops, our upcoming expansions will cater to all preferences.
Expanding Operational Regions: We’re thrilled to announce that in addition to new aircraft, we’re set to expand our operational regions to include more European countries and Northern America! This growth will provide our pilots with exciting new destinations and routes to explore, enhancing the overall virtual flying experience.
Community-Driven Decisions: At euroSKIES, we love hearing from our members! Your input is invaluable in helping us make decisions about future expansions. By taking part in our regular surveys, you can help us ensure that our growth aligns with the interests and preferences of our community. Your feedback is crucial in shaping the future of our virtual airline!
Upcoming Announcements: We can’t wait to share the details of our exciting expansions with you! Once we’ve wrapped up our Virtual Operations Manuals and Qualification Tours, we’ll be ready to reveal the concepts behind them. These foundational elements are essential to ensure a smooth transition and to maintain the high standards of realism and engagement that euroSKIES is known for.
The Operations Department at euroSKIES is the beating heart of our virtual airline, demanding the most time and effort from our dedicated team. Despite being a hobby, our commitment to creating an authentic and engaging experience requires hard work and passion. We invite all interested members to join our Operations Department and contribute to shaping our future together. Your involvement can help us continue to grow and innovate, making euroSKIES the best it can be!