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What is SWISS Virtual
We are a virtual airline and operate as a non-profit association; our members are flight simulator pilots. While flight simulation is generally a recreational game, we consider it a comprehensive hobby. We aim to reproduce the SWISS flight operations as accurately as possible, with enormous care to procedural accuracy. We represent SWISS on the VATSIM and IVAO online multiplayer networks.
Our mission is to connect members through our platforms — before, during, and after each virtual flight. We frequently organize meetups, workshops, and roundtables to help improve the skills of our members and expand their horizons.
Joining SWISS Virtual
Joining SWISS Virtual as a base member is free of charge.
We welcome experienced flight pilots from around the world as members of SWISS Virtual. To be accepted, you must submit an application and fulfill the following requirements:
- You must complete an entry exam
- You must be 18 years or older*
- You must have an account at either VATSIM or IVAO
- You must have a good level of flight simulation experience/knowledge (Equivalent to a VATSIM ATPL or IVAO CP/ATP pilot rating).
- You must accept the statutes of the association
- You must accept the rules and directives
*We require parental consent for younger members. We do not accept members under 13 years of age, even with parental consent.
Association membership
The association is led by the Board of Directors which is elected for a period of four years by the members of the association. The Board of Directors then appoints the management of SWISS Virtual.
Once you’ve been a member of SWISS Virtual for at least 6 months, you can apply to become a full member of the association. As a full association member, you can help elect the Board of Directors, vote on important association business and contribute directly to the success of SWISS Virtual.
Full membership is optional and comes with additional benefits which include:
- Voting rights
- Membership card with various discounts
- Invitation to special events
- Invitation to the general assembly
Full membership is not yet available. Existing members will be notified as soon as it becomes available via E-Mail Newsletter.