Flying offers a huge amount of information that beginners need to familiarize themselves with slowly.

For an "easier" start as a pilot on Vatsim, we can provide you with some information. However, the most important thing is that you are motivated to familiarize yourself with new topics and content, especially at the beginning. Even years later, you can still learn a lot of new things, so it never gets boring.

In addition to a comprehensive course for Vatsim pilot ratings (currently P1/PPL rating), our Pilot Training Department provides you with a few additional offers such as our Newbie Day, which takes place every few months, or an individual pilot mentoring program. You can find all information on these topics here.

Of course, you can also familiarize yourself with aviation on your own. YouTube videos are usually a good way to do this, showing you the steps involved in flying your aircraft as well as the communication between pilot and air traffic control. Just search for "Vatsim" and an aircraft type or the words "Vatsim Tutorial" and you will definitely find what you are looking for.

To be able to participate even more in the Vatsim community, we would be pleased if you visit our Forum (only for registered users) or Teamspeak!