As Cross the Pond approaches, experienced VATSIM pilots and controllers will be hosting a 45-minute pilot briefing livestream to help pilots get ready for the event. All VATSIM pilots, especially those with or expecting a CTP slot, are invited to participate live or watch the recording.
- Date: March 25, 2023
- Time: 1500 UTC
- How to Watch: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=y9gOxnVgSpg
The session will be recorded and available on replay immediately following the livestream.
Covering European operations, oceanic procedures, and tips for the arrival into North America, this 45-minute seminar will be perfect for pilots flying Cross the Pond Westbound, as well as those looking for some reminders on best practices for online network flying. Following the presentation, there will be plenty of time for questions!
Agenda:
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What is Cross the Pond?
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Departure: Tips for European Operations
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Oceanic Procedures
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Arrival: Flying into North America
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Checklist for Flying CTP
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Questions & Answers
Presenters:
This live session will be presented by VATSIM air traffic controllers experienced with online domestic and oceanic operations.
Rob Shearman, host of Slant Alpha Adventures on Twitch and YouTube, is the former VATSTAR Chief Flight Instructor and an active VATSIM controller. He has flown in six previous CTP events and provided ATC coverage for four.
Joshua Seagrave is a C3 controller on VATSIM, the Air Traffic Manager of the Houston ARTCC, and is certified on Oceanic and Domestic positions on both sides of the Atlantic. He is also a pilot mentor for VATSIM UK and a member of VATUSA’s ACE team. Joshua is an aviation industry professional with real-world ATC experience.