Controlled Airfield

Any airfield that is:

• Controlled by ATC in the real world; and
• The current time falls within normal airfield/airspace operating times; and
• POSCON ATC is online to handle the flight.

Uncontrolled Airfield

Any airfield that is:

• Not controlled by ATC in the real world; or
• Controlled by ATC in the real world, but the current time falls outside of normal airfield/airspace operating times; or
• Controlled by ATC in the real world, but POSCON ATC is offline.

You must review all posted global and local operational bulletins prior to connecting to POSCON.

The POSCON HQ will force you to review these bulletins on the next attempt to access the website or Launcher Client after a bulletin is posted.

Live & Ghost Modes

None

You must have the latest version of any POSCON software you wish to use.

The Launcher Client will download any software updates to your computer automatically.

You must review recent negative feedback and take any Moderator assigned training prior to connecting to POSCON.

You are able to access the Ghost Mode without completing any required training.

If you receive negative feedback that resulted in a point loss, you can earn those points back by taking additional training modules for extra credit.

Live Mode

If you create a Pilot Booking, you must show up or cancel that booking.

Pilot Bookings can be made for as early as 5 days before the EOBT; this allows ATC to preplan their activities around traffic demand. If you show up and are ready on time, you will be rewarded.

Live & Ghost Modes

Flight plans must follow ICAO 2012 format.

While it is not required to file a flight plan if you are VFR, you will be rewarded if you do.

Live Mode

You must only use globally recognized registration numbers or ICAO approved airline telephony/designators while connected to POSCON in the Live Mode.

Exceptions include fake callsigns that have been pre-approved by POSCON for use on the network.

Flight Plans: Server; validates entries.

Web UI Entries: Moderators; only if reported by other members.

Users; through bad feedback.

Connecting on or repositioning to a Movement Area is prohibited.

Live Mode

Runways: Server; forces Ghost Mode automatically.

Taxiways: Moderator; only if reported by other members.

Users; through bad feedback.

Connecting or repositioning to an occupied gate on the ground or in close proximity to other aircraft in the air is prohibited.

"Close proximity" in the air is defined as within 5 nautical miles (lateral) and 2,000 feet (vertical).

Check the Live Map to see if there is another aircraft in close proximity to your aircraft's position before connecting. The best practice is to connect in the Ghost Mode first, then connect in the Live Mode.

Live Mode

Server; forces Ghost Mode automatically.

Moderator; only if reported by other members.

Users; through bad feedback.

Connecting or operating using an advanced simulation rate, slew mode, replay mode, or in paused mode is prohibited.

The server will not allow you to connect in the Live Mode until you return to a normal simulation rate, stop slewing, or unpause your simulator.

NOTE 1: In some simulators, entering a game menu will envoke a pause event.

NOTE 2: If you are on the ground and not moving, pausing is permitted.

Live Mode

Server; forces Ghost Mode automatically.

Connecting in an abnormal flight condition is prohibited (e.g. If you are 10 NM from your destination at 35,000').

The server will not allow you to connect in the Live Mode until you descend your aircraft below 10,000' AFE.

Live Mode

Server; forces Ghost Mode automatically.

Moderator; only if reported by other members.

Users; through bad feedback.

Connecting in Controlled Airspace must be approved by ATC.

Once forced into Ghost Mode while airborne in Controlled Airspace, attempting an Unghost needs to be approved by ATC.

Live Mode

Connecting as a military aircraft is restricted to members certified by the Military Division.

Live Mode

Pilots must use real-world/real-time winds aloft and atmospheric pressure settings.

Pilots can use whatever other weather settings they would like to use as long as using those settings do not interfere with air traffic operations.

Pilots are NOT required to use the correct time of day.

Live Mode

Server; prevents connection.

Users; through bad feedback.

Callsigns of major hijackings and crashes may not be used.

This includes, but is not limited to the following:

AAL11, AAL77, MAS17, MAS370, UAL93, UAL175, AWE1549, JAL123, AAL191, IRA655, SVA163, AIC182, THY981, KLM4805, PAA1736, CJC3407, LNI610, ETH961

Live & Ghost Modes

Connecting with or operating anything other than an "Aircraft" is prohibited.

This means you are not permitted to connect as a follow-me car, trucks, boats, etc.

Live Mode

Moderator; only if reported by other members.

Users; through bad feedback.

Users conducting Shared Cockpit operations must connect in the following configuration: 1 user in Live Mode; 1 user in Shared Cockpit Mode.

Any point values are applied equally to both users when linked via Shared Cockpit.

Simulated emergencies are allowed. If in Controlled Airspace, ATC reserves the right, workload permitting, to require the pilot to disconnect or ghost shall the pilot wish to continue the simulated emergency.

In general, even if in Uncontrolled Airspace, pilots should use sound judgment to ensure that their simulated emergency is not overly disruptive to other members.

ATC; through compliance timer.

Moderator; only if reported by other members.

Users; through bad feedback.

Do not intentionally run into other traffic while operating in the air or on the ground.

We understand accidents happen, but don't let it happen often.

Server; disables both users' engines.

Moderator; only if reported by other members.

Users; through bad feedback.

All pilots must be proficient in the English language. Any communication initiated in English must elicit a response in English.

Local languages may be used so long as both the communicator and the receiver mutually agree to such exchanges.

Moderator; only if reported by other members.

Users; through bad feedback.

A working microphone is required and all pilots must be prepared to talk on frequency in the Terminal Environment.

If you are new to POSCON or you don't feel comfortable talking on the radio, connect in the Ghost Mode first in order to become familiar with ATC phraseology and procedures.

If you are unable to comply with this rule for any reason, you need to arrange for a specific exemption before connecting to POSCON. Please contact [email protected] for more information.

Live Mode

Moderators; only if reported by other members.

Users; through bad feedback.

Pilots must monitor Guard frequency on Comm #2 unless unable due to operational reasons (e.g. listening to ATIS or aircraft is only equipped with one radio).

ATC will use Guard to hail you to their frequency. If you do not respond, they will send you a message through CPDLC that requires compliance in 3 minutes. If you fail to comply, you are automatically Ghosted.

Live Mode

Moderators; only if reported by other members.

Users; through bad feedback.

Pilots shall only use Guard frequency to locate the proper ATC frequency to be on and to speak to Moderators.

Conversations, animal noises, or any other unrelated chatter is strictly prohibited on Guard.

Live Mode

Moderators; only if reported by other members.

Users; through bad feedback.

Keep unnecessary chatter on all frequencies (except VHF 123.450) to a minimum. Any form of trolling on any communication method is strictly prohibited.

In this context, trolling is defined as screaming, intentionally blocking transmissions, playing music, pretending to be another aircraft or ATC, intentionally leaving your mic open, or anything else deemed as overly disruptive.

Live Mode

Moderator; only if reported by other members.

Users; through bad feedback.

Pilots must always establish and maintain two-way voice radio communications with ATC, except under the following conditions:

• ATC may grant permission to leave the frequency.
• En route, voice communication is not required. If voice is not used for en route, the pilot must be available via CPDLC/ACARS.

This is accomplished by looking at real-world charts, tuning to a proper frequency, and establishing two-way radio communications.

Pilots should use the "Ghost" mode when a long break from frequency is required.

Live Mode

ATC; through compliance timer.

Users; through bad feedback.

All Terminal Environment aircraft movements must be announced on the published real-world CTAF frequency. If there is no real-world CTAF frequency published then:

1. Check POSCON Airport Advisory charts to see which frequency has been set by the respective ATC Division.
2. Use 122.950 MHz and announce intentions.

Live Mode

Moderator; only if reported by other members.

Users; through bad feedback.

The following radio calls are required:

• Departure - Taxi, Runway Crossing (if applicable), Takeoff, and Departing Pattern.
• Landing - 10 NM, Pattern Entry, Final, Runway Exit, Runway Crossing (if applicable), and Taxi.

When en route, and outside of controlled airspace, you should monitor Air-to-Air frequency on 123.450 MHz on Comm #1.

Live Mode

Moderator; only if reported by other members.

Users; through bad feedback.

Pilots must possess and use an airport diagram for navigation.

We recommend you write down all taxi instructions using either a piece of paper or your FMC scratchpad.

Live Mode

Moderator; only if reported by other members.

Users; through bad feedback.

Taxi speeds of greater than 30 knots ground speed are prohibited.

Live Mode

Server; forces Ghost Mode after 10 seconds.

Moderator; only if reported by other members.

Users; through bad feedback.

Do not purposely block runway exits, especially high-speed exits, while taxiing.

This is particularly important during events at Controlled Airfields and normal operations at Uncontrolled Airfields.

Live Mode

Moderator; only if reported by other members.

Users; through bad feedback.

On landing, ensure that the entire aircraft (including the tail) is clear of a runway and associated hold short lines even if this means positioning the aircraft on a parallel taxiway.

Live Mode

Moderator; only if reported by other members.

Users; through bad feedback.

1.) All pilots must obtain a clearance from ATC in order to conduct any operations on a Movement Area.

2.) Compliance with all ATC instructions is mandatory unless you are unable due to operational or safety reasons.

Live Mode

ATC; through compliance timer.

Users; through bad feedback.

Review all applicable Airport Advisory charts prior to taxiing.

Live Mode

Moderator; only if reported by other members.

Users; through bad feedback.

Give way to traffic when necessary; do not intentionally cut other traffic off.

This includes not crossing runways without first ensuring the runway is clear of traffic, holding your pushback to give way to another aircraft pushing, as well as taxiway operations.

Live Mode

Moderator; only if reported by other members.

Users; through bad feedback.

Pilots must possess and use proper charts for the airfields and airspace they are operating in.

POSCON provides some real-world charts, but not all. Pilots are responsible for obtaining their own charts when they are not provided by POSCON.

Live Mode

Moderator; only if reported by other members.

Users; through bad feedback.

Comply with any ATS regulation, including airspace requirements, for the country in which you are operating in.

Rules and regulations for different countries can be found in the Jeppesen Airway Manual or equivalent publication such as the AIP.

Live Mode

Moderator; only if reported by other members.

Users; through bad feedback.

Review all applicable Airport Advisory charts prior to operating into an airport where Airport Advisory charts are provided for.

Live Mode

Moderator; only if reported by other members.

Users; through bad feedback.

Pilots shall not exceed 270 KIAS below 10,000' MSL.

Most countries have rules limiting airspeed to 250 KIAS below 10,000'. In the case of ATC approving "high speed" climbs or descents, a 20 KIAS buffer has been provided.

Live & Ghost Modes

Pilots are required to land in the touchdown zone of any runway.

Points are awarded for landings in the touchdown zone (only eligible 2 times per half hour).

Live & Ghost Modes

Do not exceed 2000 FPM below 2500 AFE.

The point loss will only occur if you land. Go-around if you exceed this figure.

The policy does not apply to Light (L) weight category aircraft.

Live & Ghost Modes

Do not exceed 1000 FPM below 1000 AFE.

The point loss will only occur if you land. Go-around if you exceed this figure.

The policy does not apply to Light (L) weight category aircraft.

Live & Ghost Modes

Never land with a tailwind greater than 10 knots.

The point loss will only occur if you land. Go-around if you exceed this figure.

The policy does not apply to Light (L) weight category aircraft.

Live & Ghost Modes

Never land with a crosswind greater than 40 knots.

The point gain is voided if there are any point losses associated with the landing.

The policy does not apply to Light (L) weight category aircraft.

Live & Ghost Modes

Do not exceed touchdown rate of -600 FPM.

If the touchdown rate is less than -500 FPM, points will be awarded (only eligible 2 times per half hour).

The point gain is voided if there are any point losses associated with the landing.

Live & Ghost Modes

Moderator; only if reported by other members.

Users; through bad feedback.

Military flight operations are restricted to members certified by the Military Division.

This includes, but is not limited to intercept procedures, escort procedures, aerial refueling, flying military training routes, simulating military training exercises, and requesting activation of military airspace.

Formation flying is NOT considered a military flight operation and is permitted for all members as long as they follow applicable regulations.

Moderator; only if reported by other members.

Users; through bad feedback.

Supersonic flight is prohibited over any major continental landmass, except military flight operations conducted by the Military Division.

Moderator; only if reported by other members.

Users; through bad feedback.

1.) All pilots must obtain a clearance from ATC in order to operate into or out of Controlled Airfields or Controlled Airspace.

2.) Compliance with all ATC instructions is mandatory unless you are unable due to operational or safety reasons.

Live Mode

Review all applicable Airport Advisory charts prior to taxiing.

ATC; through compliance timer.

Users; through bad feedback.

If departing or arriving at an airfield serviced by a D-ATIS, the active runways and instrument approaches in use specified in the D-ATIS broadcast must be used.

Moderator; only if reported by other members.

Users; through bad feedback.