AirSource Supports Worldflight

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AirSource Supports Worldflight

Postby AS380 Mark Richards » 31 Oct 2010 11:45

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Every November, cockpit simulators around the world come together to raise funds for local charities.

This year Worldflight celebrates 10 years with 7 days non-stop flying around the world between November 1st - 7th, 2010 (October 31st - November 6th UTC)

The concept of a virtual, round the world flight for charity was started by a team in the United Kingdom and has spawned an annual event with participants from all over the globe. Each team selects their own needy charity, raising funds through donations and corporate sponsorship.

The flight will be conducted online on the VATSIM network, providing live Air Traffic Control through most of the countries that we visit. A 45-60 minute turn around is allowed at each stop and during that time the incoming crew will be fully briefed as to weather conditions along their route as well as other operational requirements.

In total, 45 legs will be flown.

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You can show your support by flying as many legs as you can, all of which have a special place in the AirSource Bid Division.

Although not compulsory, participating pilots are urged to donate to the worthy causes at the Worldflight Group Website.

THESE FLIGHTS ARE LOADED AS A BOEING 737-800 BUT ANY AIRCRAFT CAN BE FLOWN

Visit the Bid Division Today and book your sectors!

ALL BIDS EXPIRE ON 8 NOV 2010 SO ONLY BOOK THEM IF YOU CAN FLY TO AVOID PENALTY

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Re: AirSource Supports Worldflight

Postby Leemazz » 31 Oct 2010 13:03

Nice Mark i nearly took part myself last year in a 747 but im not too clued up on the 747 so i gave it a miss plus it means time off work , i think i wil fly some of these . Great stuff !!!

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Re: AirSource Supports Worldflight

Postby milo221 » 31 Oct 2010 14:34

Very cool Mark... thanks for adding these flights!

I just wish the expariation wasn't only a week... I'd have to take a week off work to complete all the flights in that time frame.

Have we ever thought of doing a yearly around the world AirSource event? Just thought I would ask, since I'm still relatively new around here.

Blue Skies,

-Dave

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Re: AirSource Supports Worldflight

Postby AS380 Mark Richards » 31 Oct 2010 20:09

Dave

Yes we do have events quite often and will be due one in the new year! Watch this space!

They're only expiring in a week because that is when the event takes place.

Glad you like the idea!

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Re: AirSource Supports Worldflight

Postby milo221 » 31 Oct 2010 23:55

Hey Mark,

No worries, I figured it was a week to corrispond with the actual event.

I'm looking forward to more AS events... loved the 7 Wonders tour.

Cheers,

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