Visiting Controller

Proud to see you here! Here you can find the requirements in order to become a visiting controller within VATSIM Romania.

As a visiting controller in VATSIM Romania, you can only provide ATC servicies at your current rating level. (i.e.: S2 can provide TWR and below) We cannot, and will not offer training towards your next ATC rating, this must be completed within your home vACC/ARTCC.

In order to ensure all VATSIM members have the most enjoyable and realistic experience possible, VATSIM Romania provides compulsory training for visiting applicants, before they are certified to control an ATC positions.

Minimum requirements:

  • 90 days shall have passed since the last permanent rating upgrade.
  • 90 days shall have passed since the last recorded transfer of home facilities.
  • 50 hours shall have been controlled with the last awarded permanent controller rating.
  • Hold an S2 rating if the home vACC is within the VATEUD.
  • Hold an S3 rating if the home vACC is outside of the VATEUD.
  • A visiting controller must ensure they control at least 50% of their online connected time in their home division during each rolling month.
  • A visiting controller must maintain activity similar to that of local controllers.

How to Apply:

Applying to become a visiting controller is a simple two-step process. Follow the instructions below relevant to your permenant ATC rating (please note that I1, I3, SUP and ADM ratings are not relevant in this case).

Before filling out the form from the VATEUD Core website, you need to speak to the local Training Director or divisional/vACC director. This person will need to provide your application with a reference and send it to director@rovacc.ro. To make this occur as smoothly as possible, this must be completed by them within 7 days of your application.

1) Ensure that you are eligible as per the global VATSIM Transfer & Visiting Controller Policy.

2) Depends on your current rating you must be available for a minimum of one/two sessions to learn local procedures.

3) Fill out the form in the VATEUD Core Portal.

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