I can’t speak to why you were not aware of the trial that was approved and announced publicly a while ago, back in August (VATSIM 8.33 kHz Frequencies Trial as an example of one of the many communications that went out), and why you did not as such prepare, but to answer at least one of your questions, based on hearing no legitimate opposition, there is a vote very-much currently underway by the full Board of Governors to accept the new spacing as a permanent measure on VATSIM. Perhaps, for whatever reason, it was “poorly implemented” and “not promoted”, but our data shows that over 82,000 members have successfully figured out how to navigate the new frequency options based on our community’s communications. I’m not sure why you didn’t see the communications, but my hope is, as your temper settles down, you’ll figure out, as have over 82,000 others in our community, how to properly adapt. The feedback from the trial has thus far been overwhelmingly positive, with very few pilots that were either unaware of the trial unable or surprised at having to use their pilot client to change frequencies, but the vast majority of pilots and controllers excitedly supporting the permanent adoption of the 8.33kHz spacing on VATSIM.
Again, after your temper has subsided, it’s my fervent hope that you’ll agree that this is in the best interest of our nearly 200,000 active members, and will be properly prepared for your next flight.
I wish you all the best for wonderful flights in the future.