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Vatsim Controllers

Summary of Vatsim Controller Duties

Rating Reference Documents

Training Reference Documents

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Before you start using the Vatsim network as a pilot or controller it is essential to have a proper understanding of rules & procedures governing your online activities.

Vatsim is used by pilots of all regions. Regional controllers must adhere to the standard operating procedures to avoid any misinterpretations or confusions.

Online operations always depend on close cooperation between pilot and controller. Keeping that in mind SRM training documents are prepared for the reference of both pilots and controllers, so both parties can understand the responsibilities of each other.

Technically there is no training requirement for pilots, before they can login for Vatsim flying. But Vatsim controllers must undergo specific minimum training program, before they are allowed to carry out online control duties.

New Vatsim controllers are joined as Observers, who should go through basic training documents. Their progress is shown in chart below.
NEW VATSIM MEMBER
  • Introduction to VATSIM operations, rules and procedures.
  • Refer VATWA policy relevant to Training Procedures and Rating Upgrades Procedures within VATWA Division. 
  • SRM Induction training in Delivery & Ground positions. 
  • S1 rating after theory and practical assessment.
S1 CONTROLLER – DEL/GND
  • Introduction to TOWER operations, rules and procedures.
  • SRM Induction training in TOWER position.
  • S2 rating after theory and practical assessment.
S2 CONTROLLER – TWR > GND/DEL
  • Introduction to ARRIVAL & DEPARTURE operations, rules and procedures.
  • SRM Induction training in ARR/DEP positions.
  • S3 rating after theory and practical assessment.
S3 CONTROLLER – APP/DEP > TWR > GND/DEL
  • Introduction to CENTRE operations, rules and procedures.
  • SRM Induction training in Center position.
  • C1 rating after theory and practical OTS/CPT assessment.

C1 CONTROLLER – CTR > APP/DEP > TWR > GND/DEL

C1 rating is for all Enroute CTR sectors; both radar and non-radar control services.

Rating Reference Documents

Ch. 1    Air Traffic Service (ATS)
Ch. 2   GROUND Controller (S1)
Ch. 3   TOWER Controller (S2)
Ch. 4   Terminal Manoeuvring Area (TMA) Controller (S3) APP / DEP
Ch. 5   ENROUTE Centre Controller (C1)
Ch. 6   Oceania Controller (C1)

Ch. 1 Ratings in Vatsim vACC
Ch. 2 OBS to S1 (GND)
Ch. 3 DEL Position
Ch. 4 GND Position
4.1 Progressive Taxi
4.2 Helicopter Traffic
4.3 Before issuing flight plan clearance
4.4 Radar Client Visual Ranges
4.5 Voice Readability
4.6 Runway Designators
4.7 ATS Airspace Classification
4.8 Transition Classification
4.9 SID & STAR Procedures
Ch. 5 Points on Avoiding Communication Errors
Ch. 6 Push and Start Procedure
Ch. 7 Taxi and Take-off Procedure
Ch. 8 Flight Plan Description 

Ch. 1 Introduction
Ch. 2 Theoretical Knowledge
Ch. 3 Practical Knowledge
Ch. 4 Simulator Training Program
Ch. 5 Tower Controller Awareness
Ch. 6 Simulator Exercises
Ch. 7 S2 Examination

Ch. 1 Introduction
Ch. 2 Standard Terminal Arrival Routes [STAR]
Ch. 3 Clearances on a STAR
Ch. 4 Separation Application
Ch. 5 Radar Vectoring
Ch. 6 Arrival Instructions
Ch. 7 Vectoring for Visual Approach
Ch. 8 Speed Control
Ch. 9 Standard Instrument Departure Routes [SID]
Ch. 10 Miscellaneous
Ch. 11 S3 Assessment 

Ch. 1    Introduction
Ch. 2   Separation Requirements
Ch. 3   Airways and Route Systems
Ch. 4   Transition Altitude / Transition Level
Ch. 5   Position Reporting
Ch. 6   Speed Terminology and Relationships
Ch. 7   Controller Pilot Data Link Communications
Ch. 8   Com Radio Outage 
Ch. 9   Amendments to Clearances
Ch. 10 Traffic Information to Aircraft
Ch. 11  Diversion Procedures
Ch. 12  Speed Control
Ch. 13  Transfer of Control
Ch. 14  Handing-Over Controller Position
Ch. 15  S3 to C1 Assessment

Training Reference Documents

Ch. 1    Introduction
Ch. 2   Decoding Aviation Weather Report
Ch. 3   Understanding METARS
Ch. 4   METAR Example
Ch. 5   METAR Symbols
Ch. 6   METAR Exercises

Ch. 1   Introduction
Ch. 2   VFR Flight Operation
Ch. 3   Special VFR Flight Operation
Ch. 4   IFR Flight Operation
Ch. 5   Airspace Classifications

Ch. 1    CONTENTS
Ch. 2   RTF GENERAL OPERATING PROCEDURES
       2.1 TRANSMITTING TECHNIQUE
       2.2 TRANSMISSION OF LETTERS
       2.3 TRANSMISSION OF NUMBERS
       2.4 EXCEPTIONS TO NUMBERS
       2.5 TRANSMISSION OF TIME
       2.6 CALL SIGNS
       2.7 CATEGORIES OF MESSAGES AND ORDER OF PRIORITY
Ch. 3    ESTABLISHMENT AND CONTINUATION OF COMMUNICATION
       3.1  INITIAL CALL
       3.2 MULTIPLE CALL
       3.3 GENERAL CALL
       3.4 ACKNOWLEDGEMENT OF MESSAGE RECEIPT
Ch. 4    STANDARD WORDS AND PHRASES
Ch. 5   READ BACK REQUIREMENTS
Ch. 6   RADIO CHECK AND READABILITY SCALE
Ch. 7   Q CODES
Ch. 8   METEOROLOGICAL INFORMATION
       8.1 WAKE VORTEX SEPARATION
       8.2 BRAKING ACTION
       8.3 ESSENTIAL INFORMATION ON AERODROME CONDITIONS
       8.4 AMOUNT OF WATER ON THE RUNWAY
       8.5 SKY COVERING IN OKTAS
       8.6 WEATHER INFORMATION
       8.7 AUTOMATIC TERMINAL INFORMATION SERVICE (ATIS)
Ch. 9    ORDER OF INSTRUCTIONS IN AERODROME CONTROL ENVIRONMENT
       9.1 DEPARTURE INFORMATION
       9.2 ENGINE STARTING PROCEDURES
       9.3 PUSH-BACK PROCEDURE
       9.4 ATC CLEARANCE - IFR - VFR
       9.5 TAXI PROCEDURES
       9.6 LINE UP
       9.7 CONDITIONAL LINE-UP CLEARANCE
       9.8 TAKE OFF CLEARANCE
       9.9 REPORTING AIRBORNE
       9.10 GO AROUND
       9.11  LOW APPROACH
       9.12 LOW PASS
       9.13 TOUCH AND GO
       9.14 FULL STOP LANDING
       9.15 FLYING IN THE TRAFFIC CIRCUIT/PATTERN/ZONE
       9.16 DELAYING ACTIONS
       9.17 AERODROME CONTROL - TRAFFIC INFORMATION
       9.18 JOINING INSTRUCTIONS, FINAL APPROACH & LANDING

Ch. 1   Contents
Ch. 2   Clearances via a STAR
Ch. 3   Sample of VRMM STAR
Ch. 4   Clearances via a SID
Ch. 5   Sample of VRMM STAR
Ch. 6   Ground SID clearance
Ch. 7   Difference between RNAV and RNP

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