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Pilot Avg Landing
Tim Baron-87.00 ft/min
Chandler Heath-107.64 ft/min
Connor Anderson-136.00 ft/min
Gregory Knuth-143.43 ft/min
Luke Sobiechowski-166.00 ft/min
Devin Caliri-169.90 ft/min
Brandon Foster-178.79 ft/min
Jeremy Schwartz-225.75 ft/min
Chris Robison-241.70 ft/min
Gary Anderson-269.11 ft/min
Chris Schiessl-276.29 ft/min
Mark Toler-284.49 ft/min
Thomas Mauger-299.81 ft/min
Eric Schalk-330.00 ft/min
Tyler Johnsrud-376.81 ft/min
John Stallard-419.00 ft/min
Robbie Suwary-462.26 ft/min
Ingo Nickmann-640.30 ft/min

Most Flights

Pilot Flights
Mark Toler3143
Robbie Suwary2768
Devin Caliri2296

Most Hours

Pilot Hours
Robbie Suwary11313.2
Devin Caliri9786.47
Mark Toler6406.46

August Stats

Most Flights Flown:
PilotFlights
Ingo Nickmann6
Chris Schiessl5
Brandon Foster5

Most Hours Flown:
PilotHours
Brandon Foster12
Devin Caliri10
Ingo Nickmann6

Most Miles Flown:
PilotMiles
Brandon Foster4906
Devin Caliri4305
Ingo Nickmann2128

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Welcome

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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NASCAR Charters Event 28

Posted by Mark Toler on 08/26/2026

 

 NASCAR CHARTERS EVENT #28

 

 

This weeks NASCAR Charters event 28 will be back down in Daytona begininng Thursday August 27th through Sunday August 30th. 

 

The routes will be out of our normal Hubs of MSP, DTW, MEM, PANC, EHAM, RJAA and our NASCAR Hub in CLT.   The routes will be flying into Daytona Beach Intl Airport. (KDAB) with route numbers NWA7001 - NWA7039. 

 

As always we will be awarding bonus hours to the top 3 pilots flying the most routes. 

 

Additional bonus hours will be giving to the pilot with the best landing rate below -100 fpm.     

 

Lets have a Great turn out for this weekends NASCAR Charters Event 28 back down in Daytona.

 

 



Razorback Rendezvous

Posted by Mark Toler on 08/26/2026

 

Razorback Rendezvous

Aug 27, 2026, 23:00Z - Aug 28, 2026, 02:00Z

Whether you’re flying in for the Razorbacks’ next big game or just sharpening your skills in the pattern, there is plenty of ramp space for you. Join the virtual Memphis ARTCC for an evening of high-energy operations as we staff up the Razorback TRACON!


Event Area: Razorback TRACON (KXNA, KFSM, KASG, KROG, KFYV)
Time & Date: August 27th, 2026, 6-9 PM Central (2300-0200Z)


The Great Lakes Slug Fest

Posted by Mark Toler on 08/26/2026

 

The Great Lakes Slug Fest

 

 

Aug 28, 2026, 23:00Z - Aug 29, 2026, 03:00Z

 

It's a Great Lakes rivalry written in the box score, and now it's coming to the airways. The Cleveland ARTCC and the Toronto FIR invite you to fly the route between two of the AL East/AL Central's most storied franchises as the Detroit Tigers and Toronto Blue Jays clash on the diamond. Pick your side: roar out of Detroit Metro on a short hop over Lake Erie and Lake Ontario, or push back from Pearson for a sunset run into the Motor City. Full ATC coverage planned on both sides of the border. Bring your A-game, first pitch is at 2300z.


Sunshine Spotlight Series

Posted by Mark Toler on 08/26/2026

 

Sunshine Spotlight Series: Sanford-Orlando International (SFB)

Aug 31, 2026, 23:59Z - Sep 01, 2026, 02:00Z

The Sunshine Spotlight Series returns to Central Florida with our weekly event at Sanford-Orlando International Airport (SFB)!

Located just northeast of Orlando, SFB serves as an important gateway to Central Florida, offering a unique mix of scheduled passenger service, cargo operations, business aviation, and general aviation traffic. Whether you're flying a low-cost carrier arrival, operating a corporate jet, or departing in your favorite GA aircraft, pilots can expect realistic ATC services, efficient sequencing, and a steady stream of arrivals and departures throughout the event.

With its long runways, spacious airfield, and proximity to Orlando's busy airspace, SFB provides an exciting environment for pilots of all experience levels. The airport's diverse operations, combined with nearby satellite airports and the surrounding Central Florida airspace, make for a dynamic flying experience. From regional and domestic airline flights to corporate traffic and cross-country GA adventures, Sanford offers the perfect balance of realism and variety.

Event Highlights:

Full ATC coverage from Ground to Center Realistic airline, cargo, corporate, and general aviation traffic Ideal for IFR operations with structured arrivals and departures Excellent access to nearby Central Florida airports for regional flights Complex surrounding airspace that rewards precise planning and communication

Whether you're bringing vacationers to Central Florida or departing on your next cross-country adventure, Sanford is ready for you—file your flight plan and join the action!

Join us on the 31st from 2359z to 0200z!


11 Hours of F11 ZJX

Posted by Mark Toler on 08/26/2026

 

another cool event

Sep 01, 2026, 14:00Z - Sep 01, 2026, 18:00Z

brrrrrrrr


Summer On The Lake

Posted by Mark Toler on 08/26/2026

 

Summer on the Lake 
 
 

Labor Day weekend, the traditional end of another summer. For many, it's one last visit to the beach, one last cookout, one last day out at the state fair or a theme park before the kids go back to school and the football season begins. Come join Chicago and Minneapolis ARTCCs and enjoy one last sun-drenched afternoon on the shores of Lake Michigan! Featuring six scenic airports, come fly into breathtaking views and peaceful scenery and celebrate the end of another summer on the lake!

Featuring: MKE, UGN, ENW, MKG, GRB, TVC Time: Sunday, September 6 1900-2300z


Updated Policy Manual

Posted by Mark Toler on 07/15/2026

 

UPDATED POLICY MANUAL

 

The Executive Staff has updated and revised the Virtual Northwest Policy Manual.  We would like for all the Pilots and Staff to download and read the updated Policy manual and respond that you have done so. 

 

The Policy Manual is located in the Pilot Center under the "Downloads" section at the bottom of the page.  This is a requirement for all active vNWA Pilots and Staff.


Please email me at mst_64@comcast.net that you have accomplished this request.  There is a lot of information to stay compliant as well as our operation as a whole


There are some exciting changes ahead for vNWA so stay tuned for announcements in the near future that we believe will grow the VA again.


Thanks for your attention into this matter!


Mark S. Toler

Chief Executive Officer

Virtual Northwest Airlines


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