Virtual Northwest Airlines is dedicated to providing a unique environment for the advancement of the virtual aviation experience.
Through our mutual efforts, vNWA partners, pilots and staff continually work to ensure that all of our members feel as part of a family of like-minded enthusiasts who work together to simulate the operations of Northwest Airlines as closely as possible by utilizing the same fleet, routes, and hub structure of the airline before it merged.
In doing this, vNWA staff endevour to provide our pilots with all the tools needed to make their experience as enjoyable and realistic as possible.
James Bishop, vNWA CEO
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smartCARS Live Flights
NASCAR Charters Event 38
Posted by Mark Toler on 10/30/2025
Final Charter Event #38 of the 2025 NASCAR Season
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Can you believe we are at the end of the 2025 NASCAR Charter Season with the last Race for the Championship of the 2025 season. This week for the Championship race we are back out in Phoenix for Event 38 of the 2025 NASCAR Charter Season here at vNWA.
We will be flying out of our Hubs at MSP, DTW, MEM. PANC, EHAM, RJAA as well as our NASCAR Hubs in CLT and JQF into Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl. (KPHX).
Our route numbers are NWA7000 - NWA7037 in our system and you can fly any route into KPHX and receive credit as well.
As always we will be awarding bonus hours to the top 3 pilots that fly the most routes and additional bonus hours for the pilot that achieves the best landing rate below -100 fpm.
Let's have a GREAT turnout for the last Charter Eevent race of the 2025 Season out in Phoenix!
Mayan Afterlife FNO
Posted by Mark Toler on 10/30/2025
Date: Friday, October 31st
Time: 2359 – 0400 UTC
Airports: MMUN (Cancun), MMCZ (Cozumel), MMTL (Tulum)
This Halloween night, VATMEX invites you to cross the threshold between the living and the dead at the gates of the Mayan underworld of Mexico. Get ready for a night full of ancestral energy and nonstop traffic at the most iconic destinations of the Riviera Maya: Cancun (MMUN), Cozumel (MMCZ) and Tulum (MMTL).
From 23:59 to 04:00 UTC, our controllers will be online with full ATC coverage as you fly over sacred lands rich in mystery, culture, and festive spirit.
Never Dull at Dulles
Posted by Mark Toler on 10/30/2025
Get ready for "Never Dull at Dulles" on November 7th, 2025! This exciting event puts the spotlight on Washington Dulles International (KIAD), the major international gateway serving the nation's capital. From 2359z to 0400z, pilots are invited to experience the dynamic flow of a world-class hub, flying a variety of heavy jets and regional aircraft into and out of KIAD. This is a perfect opportunity to explore an iconic VATSIM destination and experience ATC support during the busy departure and arrival phases. Whether you're executing a complex arrival from across the Atlantic or a short hop along the east coast, sharpen your skills and connect with the global community in the vibrant, round-the-clock virtual skies of Washington Dulles
Featuring: KIAD
Date: November 7th, 2025 - 2359z to 0400z
VATUSA Seminar
Posted by Mark Toler on 10/30/2025
VATUSA is proud to present its members with a seminar for those considering or currently serving in ARTCC staff roles. This seminar will provide a look into the realities of being a staff member within VATUSA and it's subdivisions. You will learn about the commitment, challenges, and rewards of serving in leadership roles on the network.
We welcome Damien Lunior and Dylan Lundberg. Both individuals have extensive leadership experience and history of holding staff positions on and off the network. Whether you're curious about stepping into a staff role or looking to learn something new about different leadership approaches, they will be able to offer valuable insight into the commitment, mindset, and passion needed to succeed.
Date & Time: November 8th, 2025 @ 23:00z
Audience: Subdivision Staff & Controllers
Instructors: Damien Lunior, Dylan Lundberg
Location: VATUSA Discord Server
Please contact the VATUSA Training Team at training@vatusa.net with any questions. We look forward to having you!
Norcal Sunday: OAK HWD
Posted by Mark Toler on 10/30/2025
Airports: HWD, OAK
Date/Time: November 9, 4-7pm PT
Date/Time (zulu): November 10, 0000z - 0300z
NASCAR Charter Results
Posted by Mark Toler on 10/30/2025
Event #37 Results of the 2025 NASCAR Season
No one participated in the past weekends Event 37 over in Martinsville.
Lets get ready for this weeks Event #38, the final race event of the 2025 Season back out in Phoenix Arizona beginning Thursday October 30th.
Routes will be in by 10 AM Thursday October 30th.
vNWA Hub Tour 2012-2022
Posted by James Bishop on 06/25/2025
vNWA Hub Tour 2012-2022
Get to know your fellow pilots, and their airspace. There is no specified time to complete this tour, have fun with it and see what you get upon completion. Click the Operations tab at the top of the homepage and click on "Tours" to get started.
Be sure to leave a comment indicating a leg of the Tour when filing your PIREP so we can credit you with each leg of the Tour.
