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| 04/17/2025 | Discontinuation of POSCON Support | Joe Burner |
Dear Delta Virtual Airlines Community, We regret to inform you that, effective immediately, Delta Virtual Airlines will no longer be supporting POSCON (Positive Control Network). After careful consideration, it has become clear that the limited data and persistent issues, particularly the challenge of ATC online controllers rarely being available, have hindered the effectiveness and reliability of POSCON for our operations. We have always strived to provide the best virtual aviation experience for our pilots, and after evaluating the available options, we believe that focusing on other platforms better aligns with our goals and the needs of our virtual airline community. We appreciate your understanding and continued support as we continue to support other online networks such as VATSIM and IVAO, which ensures a more consistent and reliable flying experience for all. We encourage you to reach out to our operations team if you have any questions or concerns regarding this change. Thank you for your continued dedication to Delta Virtual Airlines. We remain committed to offering the highest quality virtual airline experience. Best Regards, |
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| 03/15/2025 | Delta Virtual Airlines Celebrates 24 Years of Excellence in Flight Simulation | Joe Burner |
| Delta Virtual Airlines (DVA) proudly marks its 24th anniversary, celebrating nearly a quarter-century of providing an unparalleled flight simulation experience for aviation enthusiasts around the world. Since its founding in 2001, Delta Virtual Airlines has grown into one of the most recognized and respected virtual airlines in the flight simulation community, fostering a strong network of pilots who share a passion for aviation. Over the past 24 years, DVA has remained committed to delivering realistic flight operations, engaging training programs, and an active pilot community. With a vast historical and modern fleet, a robust ACARS system, and ongoing enhancements to our pilot experience, we continue to evolve and adapt to the ever-changing landscape of virtual aviation. It is hard to believe that we have been in the business of flight simulation for 24 years. I joined Delta Virtual Airlines nearly ten years ago, and I am amazed at how this community has grown. The dedication of our pilots and staff has been the driving force behind our success, and I look forward to seeing what we can accomplish together in the years ahead. ! As we approach our 25th year, we remain committed to providing an immersive and rewarding experience for all members. Whether you're a seasoned pilot or new to virtual aviation, there's never been a better time to be part of Delta Virtual Airlines. Thank you to all our pilots, past and present, for making DVA what it is today! Here's to another year of virtual aviation excellence. Fly the Delta Way. Fly with DVA. Joe Burner; President & CEO Delta Virtual Airlines For more information, visit www.deltava.org. |
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| 03/09/2025 | Flight Sim Community Survey 2024 is underway | Joe Burner |
 FlightSim Community Survey 2024 Is Now Live From March 7th to 17th, Navigraph conducts the FlightSim Community Survey 2024 in collaboration with major addon developers, flight simulation organizations, and content creators. This survey, the largest of its kind, aims to measure trends, preferences, and future needs within the flight simulation community. This year’s survey partners are: https://flightsimsurvey.com/2024?partnerid=deltava Closing Date GDPR Compliance Thank you for your participation and support. Together, we can significantly impact the future of flight simulation. |
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| 02/21/2025 | Delta Virtual Airlines Announces Stage Program Changes | Joe Burner |
 Effective Date: April 1, 2025 Delta Virtual Airlines is pleased to announce upcoming changes to our aircraft stage programs, aimed at enhancing pilot progression and providing a more streamlined experience across our fleet. These changes will take effect on April 1, 2025—and no, this is not an April Fools' joke! Key Updates: Aircraft Program Stage Reassignments: These changes will allow you to complete your rating stage progression if applicable, ensuring a smoother transition to the next level of your virtual airline career with Delta Virtual Airlines. We encourage all members to review these updates and explore new aircraft opportunities as they become available. If you have any questions regarding these changes, please reach out to your Chief Pilot or Operations Team. Blue skies and happy flying! Senior Leadership Team |
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| 01/07/2025 | Delta Virtual Airlines Announces Leadership Transition in Operations | Joe Burner |
 On behalf of the Senior Leadership Team at Delta Virtual Airlines, we announce the following leadership changes in our Operations department. It is with a mix of gratitude and sadness that we announce the resignation of Chris Frasure as Vice President of Operations. Chris has served faithfully in this role for just over two years, demonstrating exceptional dedication, strategic vision, and a steadfast commitment to the success of Delta Virtual Airlines. His leadership has been instrumental in guiding the Operations department through numerous milestones. While we are saddened to see Chris step away, we are deeply grateful for his contributions to Delta Virtual Airlines, and we wish him nothing but the best in his future endeavors. At the same time, we are pleased to announce the appointment of Ken Webber as the new Vice President of Operations. Ken has been an integral part of Delta Virtual Airlines for almost ten years. Joining Delta Virtual Airlines in Sept. 2015, Ken is bringing a wealth of experience and a deep passion for virtual aviation. Serving as Chief Pilot in the 747 program and as an Assistant Director of Operations he is known for his unwavering dedication and innovative problem-solving, Ken is exceptionally well-equipped to lead the Delta Virtual Airlines Operations department into an exciting new chapter. As Vice President of Operations, Ken Webber will oversee all aspects of Delta Virtual Airlines’ operational functions. He will work closely with the Senior Leadership Team to ensure the continued excellence of our equipment programs and to meet the needs of our member pilots. Ken is committed to upholding the values and standards that Chris established while also bringing his unique perspective and energy to the role. Please join us in expressing our sincere gratitude to Chris Frasure for his remarkable service and in welcoming Ken Webber as our new Vice President of Operations. We look forward to the continued growth and success of Delta Virtual Airlines under Ken’s leadership. Best regards, |
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| 12/25/2024 | ? Merry Christmas from Delta Virtual Airlines! ? | Joe Burner |
 Dear Delta Virtual Airlines Members, As the holiday season fills the air with joy and warmth, we want to take a moment to thank each of you for being an integral part of our incredible Delta Virtual Airlines family. Your passion for aviation, camaraderie, and dedication to this community make it truly exceptional. This year has been an amazing journey, and it wouldn’t have been possible without the collective efforts of every pilot, staff member, and associate who brings our virtual skies to life. As we celebrate this special season, let’s cherish the memories we’ve created and look forward to even greater adventures in the year ahead. May your holidays be filled with happiness, health, and the company of loved ones. Wherever your travels take you—real or virtual—may your journey be safe and filled with joy. From all of us at Delta Virtual Airlines, we wish you a Merry Christmas and a prosperous New Year! Blue skies and happy holidays! |
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| 12/03/2024 | Delta Virtual Airlines Welcomes Paul Barnhill as A350-900 Assistant Chief Pilot | Joe Burner |
 Delta Virtual Airlines is delighted to announce Paul Barnhill as the new Assistant Chief Pilot for the A350-900 fleet. Paul’s history with DVA, extensive flight simulation experience, and dedication to enhancing the pilot community make him a perfect fit for this leadership role. Paul joined DVA in 2007 while completing his undergraduate studies and has since built an impressive record across multiple fleet programs. He became part of the A350 program in 2022, bringing with him years of experience flying the FlightFactor A350 in X-Plane 11. While he recently returned to more regular flying due to increased flexibility in his professional life as an attorney in the Atlanta area, his passion for aviation and commitment to DVA have never waned. As Assistant Chief Pilot, Paul will focus on fleet development, supporting pilot operations, and contributing to the overall improvement of the A350 program. Among his priorities is updating the Aircraft Operating Manual (AOM) to include more accurate and consistent fuel burn rates for the A350, drawing on his prior research and experience. Paul’s extensive experience with DVA’s operations, spanning multiple fleets such as the MD-88, 727, 757, 767, DC-8, and MD-11, reflects his deep understanding of our virtual airline’s standards and procedures. Though primarily an X-Plane pilot, Paul is enthusiastic about expanding his expertise to other platforms, including Microsoft Flight Simulator, to better support the entire fleet. Please join us in congratulating Paul Barnhill on his new role and welcoming him to the A350-900 staff team. His vision, expertise, and enthusiasm will undoubtedly elevate the program and enrich the experience for all A350 pilots. Welcome aboard, Paul! |
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| 09/21/2024 | Delta Virtual Airlines Launches Flight Academy! | Joe Burner |
We are excited to announce that Delta Virtual Airlines will be re-opening its Flight Academy on October 1st, 2024! This is a significant milestone for our community as we introduce a new Private Pilot course designed to provide our members with the skills and knowledge necessary to excel in virtual aviation. As we embark on this exciting journey, we would like to inform all aspiring pilots that the initial phase of the academy may experience some delays due to a limited number of instructors. We appreciate your understanding and patience as we work to ensure a high-quality training experience for everyone. Please note for the time being, the Private Pilot Course will not be eligible for VATSIM ratings. Our focus is on providing thorough training that prioritizes the development of foundational piloting skills in a supportive environment. We invite all interested members to stay tuned for more details about registration in the coming days. Get ready to spread your wings and take to the skies with Delta Virtual Airlines Flight Academy! Happy flying! Delta Virtual Airlines Flight Academy Team Danny Evans Zach Taylor |
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| 09/20/2024 | Delta Virtual Airlines Pilot Feedback Survey Now Open | Joe Burner |
| Attention Delta Virtual Airlines Pilots!
We are excited to announce the launch of the Delta Virtual Airlines Pilot Feedback Survey, and we invite all members to participate. Your feedback is critical in helping us enhance your experience at Delta Virtual Airlines, from our flight options to staffing, community engagement, and more. We want to know what you love, what you'd like to see improved, and how we can make DVA the best virtual airline for you! What’s the survey about? This survey covers various aspects of your experience, including: Your satisfaction with flight routes, training resources, and community events. Feedback on staffing and support, including staff responsiveness and communication. Suggestions for future improvements to Delta Virtual Airlines. Important:To ensure accurate data collection, we are requesting that you include your DVA Pilot ID number when completing the survey. This will help us prevent duplicate entries and maintain the integrity of the feedback process. Rest assured, your responses will remain anonymous and will only be used for improving DVA’s services and experience. How to Participate The survey is now open, and your participation is simple: The survey will be open until October 31 2024 , so don’t miss this opportunity to share your thoughts and contribute to the future of Delta Virtual Airlines! Thank you for your ongoing dedication and support. We look forward to hearing from you! Fly high, fly safe, and happy flying! Best regards, |
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| 09/17/2024 | Supporting your virtual airlines | Joe Burner |
| Greetings Delta Virtual Airlines Pilots, You can share in financially supporting Delta Virtual Airlines and Aviation Français Virtuel through Global Virtual Airlines Group (GVAGroup.org). Global Virtual Airlines Group was created over a year ago to provide a structure for receiving voluntary contributions to cover the direct expenses of hosting the site. The previous fiscal year concluded on August 31, 2024, with a positive balance. Last year we sold 180 shares at $10 per share, raising $1,800, while expenses amounted to $1,534, leaving a carryover of $107. Our 2024–2025 expenses are projected to be $1,900, including a 30% contingency. It was proposed and agreed by shareholders to authorize the sale of 190 shares at $10 per share. According to the Global Virtual Airlines Group operating structure, prior year shareholders had the first right to purchase shares. Ten shareholders purchased forty-four (44) shares, contributing $538.66. As a result, we have one hundred forty six (146) shares remain available for purchase. NOTE: “Share” participation is voluntary and not a requirement for membership. How to acquire shares: Send an email to Treasurer@GVAGroup.org stating your desire to support and the US$ amount. The Treasurer will inform you of the number of shares you can purchase. Payment will be accepted in US dollars through PayPal Registration opens on September 16, 2024, and will remain open for 15 days, closing on October 1, 2024. Thank you for your support. |
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| 07/14/2024 | Delta Virtual Airlines Announces Zach Taylor as New Flight Academy Director | Joe Burner |
 On behalf of your entire Senior Leadership staff Team at Delta Virtual Airlines, we are proud to announce the appointment of Zach Taylor as the new Director of its Flight Academy. With a long-standing commitment to aviation and a wealth of experience both in real life and virtual aviation, Captain Zach Taylor is the ideal leader to steer the Flight Academy towards new heights. Captain Zach Taylor has been a dedicated member of Delta Virtual Airlines since 2011. As a captain in the A320 program, Zach’s journey with DVA has been marked by his passion for aviation and his eagerness to share his knowledge with others. Zach’s aviation credentials are impressive. He holds a degree in Aerospace Engineering and has worked as a design engineer on a variety of aircraft programs, gaining thorough knowledge of FAA regulations. In addition to his professional achievements, Zach holds a Private Pilot License (PPL) and is currently working on his instrument rating. Online on Vatsim, he holds the VATSIM PPL rating, the controller S1, and is in the process of obtaining his S2 rating. His dedication to flight simulation and real-world aviation is evident in his continuous pursuit of knowledge and his enjoyment in teaching. He plans to become a part-time Certified Flight Instructor (CFI) to help others learn and enjoy their passion for flying. One of Zach’s key motivations for taking on this role is his experience with the Flight Academy training through DVA. We are thrilled to welcome Zach Taylor as the new Director of our Flight Academy, His extensive background in both real and virtual aviation, along with his passion for teaching, make him the perfect fit to lead our academy. We are confident that under his leadership, our Flight Academy will set the standard for excellence in virtual aviation training. As Director of the Flight Academy, Captain Zach Taylor will help to oversee all aspects of pilot training and development within Delta Virtual Airlines Flight Academy. He will ensure that Delta Virtual Airline’s programs remain at the forefront of our hobby. He will work closely with Vice President Danny Evans, and help to oversee Delta Virtual Airlines Flight Academy Instructors, as well as helping to maintain the learning material for the flight academy. You will see Captain Zach Taylor become more involved in the day to day operations and help bring the flight academy back for our member pilots. Best regards, |
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| 03/23/2024 | Delta Virtual Airlines celebrates 23 years!!!!!! | Joe Burner |
| Good afternoon Delta Virtual Airlines Pilots,
We are thrilled to announce a significant milestone in our journey as we celebrate 23 years of excellence in providing unparalleled flight simulation experiences. As we commemorate this remarkable achievement, we are equally excited to unveil a dynamic rebranding that reflects our commitment to innovation and our vision for the future. Last year I had opened an opportunity for our member pilots to create and submit a new website banner or logo for us to utilize. We offered our member pilots and staff to vote on the submissions. Today I am proud to announce that we have officially rebranded our logo. What's Changing? New Logo and Visual Identity: Building upon our rich history and legacy, our brand-new logo symbolizes the evolution of Delta Virtual Airlines over the past 23 years while embracing the future of virtual aviation. It represents our dedication to pushing boundaries and setting new standards in the industry. We invite you to join us in celebrating this momentous occasion as we embark on the next chapter of our journey. For 23 years, your unwavering support and enthusiasm have been the driving force behind Delta Virtual Airlines' success, and for that, we are truly grateful. As we look ahead, we are excited to continue shaping the future of virtual aviation together with you. Stay tuned for more updates and announcements as we unveil our rebranding initiatives and embark on this thrilling adventure. Fly with Passion. Soar with Purpose. Welcome to the New Era of Delta Virtual Airlines! Best regards, |
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| 03/16/2024 | We’re in this for the long haul. Welcome to Long Haul World Tour 2024. | Chris Frasure |
| You asked, and we listened. Introducing the tour with long haul legs that many of you have been asking for. Finally, a chance for you to catch up on every episode of Air Disasters while you soar 36,000 feet above the expanses of the world’s oceans and barren desert landscapes. Grab your favorite wide body (with the largest fuel tanks possible) and head on over to New York on March 23rd. Get all the details here: https://www.deltava.org/thread.do?id=0x2505d -DVA Events |
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| 03/14/2024 | Appointment of Alex Vanover as Assistant Director of Human Resources | Joe Burner |
 We are thrilled to announce the appointment of Alex Vanover as our new Assistant Director of Human Resources. Alex brings a wealth of experience and expertise in his role in leadership as an Officer in the United States Air Force that will undoubtedly strengthen our virtual airline and support our mission. Alex has consistently demonstrated exceptional leadership skills and a deep understanding of human resources practices throughout his career. His dedication to fostering a positive work environment, promoting positive engagement within Delta Virtual Airlines and outside DVA. In his new role as Assistant Director of Human Resources, Alex will play a pivotal part in assisting our Vice President of Human Resources in overseeing all aspects of the daily HR operations. Alex's insights, innovative ideas, and commitment to excellence will undoubtedly contribute to the continued growth and success of our virtual airline community.Please join us in congratulating Alex on their well-deserved appointment. We are confident that with his leadership abilities as an Officer in the United States Air Force, as well as promoting a positive team environment, our HR department will continue to thrive and support our member pilots in reaching their fullest potential. Best regards,Joe Burner President; Delta Virtual Airlines |
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| 03/10/2024 | We’re living (flying) in the land down under! | Chris Frasure |
| We’re taking the whole idea of a tour and flipping it upside down on a trip to the land down under. From surfs, to the outback, to middle earth, and everywhere in between: this is a tour you won’t want to miss. Plus, you’ll get to carry some pretty cool creatures in the cargo hold. Get all the details on how/when you can get started right here and we’ll see you for the kickoff lunch in Brisbane: https://www.deltava.org/thread.do?id=0x2503e -DVA Events |
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| 02/27/2024 | Exciting Partnership Announcement! Flight Simulation Association | Joe Burner |
 On behalf of your Delta Virtual Airlines Senior Leadership Team, we are thrilled to announce a groundbreaking partnership between Delta Virtual Airlines and Flight Simulation Association (FSA)! This collaboration marks a significant milestone in our commitment to enhancing the flight simulation experience for all virtual pilots, air traffic controllers, developers, and content creators. Flight Simulation Association (FSA) is a premier association dedicated to fostering a vibrant community of flight simulation enthusiasts worldwide. Comprising virtual pilots, air traffic controllers, developers, and content creators, FSA offers an array of exclusive benefits to its members. By joining FSA, members gain access to a treasure trove of perks, including: FSA's flagship event, FlightSimExpo, brings together enthusiasts from across the globe annually, offering a unique opportunity for networking, learning, and experiencing the latest advancements in flight simulation technology. We invite all members of the Delta Virtual Airlines community to take advantage of this exciting partnership by subscribing to Flight Simulation Association at flightsimassociation.com. Together, let's soar to new heights in virtual aviation! Stay tuned for more updates as we embark on this incredible journey with Flight Simulation Association. Happy flying! Best Regards,Joe Burner President; Delta Virtual Airlines |
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| 02/23/2024 | Delta Schedule Update Q1 2024 | Luke Kolin |
| I am very pleased to announce that through the generosity of Delta Virtual Airlines pilot Mike Gold (DVA13613) we are able to offer a complete Delta Air Lines, WestJet, AeroMexico, Air France and KLM schedule for February 2024. Mike has been working with our tech team behind the scenes for a number of months and has provided schedule data in the past - this is the most comprehensive update we have received thus far and we look forward to future data contributions to enhance opportunities for our members. Please join me in thanking Mike for his generosity! |
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| 02/16/2024 | Breaking News: Delta Virtual Airlines Partners with miniCockpit, Inventors of MiniFCU! | Joe Burner |
 On behalf of your Senior Leadership Team here at Delta Virtual Airlines, we are thrilled to announce an exciting partnership with miniCockpit, the innovative creators of MiniFCU, revolutionizing the virtual aviation experience! This strategic alliance marks a significant milestone in enhancing the flight simulation journey for our dedicated member pilots. The MiniFCU, a compact Flight Control Unit, is designed to streamline cockpit operations, offering unparalleled efficiency and realism to virtual aviators. With its intuitive interface and advanced functionalities, the MiniFCU promises to elevate the simulation experience to new heights to where you can "stop flying with a mouse." As a token of appreciation for our esteemed Delta Virtual Airlines member pilots, miniCockpit is extending an exclusive offer: a generous 10% discount on all MiniFCU purchases! This special deal underscores our commitment to providing top-notch resources and benefits to our community of active member pilots. We are thrilled to partner with miniCockpit in our ongoing mission to offer our pilots the best tools and resources for their virtual flying experience. The MiniFCU represents a groundbreaking innovation in flight simulation technology, and we are excited to provide our active member pilots with exclusive access to this cutting-edge solution. This partnership exemplifies Delta Virtual Airlines' dedication to fostering innovation and enhancing the virtual aviation landscape for our active member pilots. Together with miniCockpit, we look forward to empowering our member pilots with the tools you need to soar to new horizons when flying in the virtual skies.
For more information on how to claim your exclusive discount, stay tuned for updates on our official channels as an announcement is pending on our official channels! Fly high and climb to new heights with Delta Virtual Airlines and experience the future of flight simulation, and virtual aviation with MiniFCU by miniCockpit! We are excited to bring this partnership to Delta Virtual Airlines. Thank you to all of our member pilots for continuing to support Delta Virtual Airlines and we hope that you will be able to enjoy this partnership with miniCockpit and most of all enjoy flying with the MiniFCU. Best regards, Joe Burner |
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| 01/24/2024 | 1935 called. They want their airplane back. | Chris Frasure |
All good things must come to an end, and although we know you all have loved flying those old Western Air Express planes, the nice people over at their ops department have asked us to bring them back…as quickly as possible (something about they need them for other routes?). Anyway, we need you back in the air to Newark PRONTO. Join us on February 1st in San Diego, and get more info here: https://www.deltava.org/thread.do?id=0x24f4b -DVA Events |
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| 01/21/2024 | Introducing World Tour 2024 | Chris Frasure |
| You asked and we delivered: Introducing World Tour 2024, the perfect opportunity for you to test out those high-stakes flying skills you learned on the Great American Mountaineering and Holiday Tours, with slightly better weather conditions (except for that one stop at Svalbard…). We’re taking off on Saturday, January 27th, 2024, and YOU are invited! Grab a friend and your favorite pair of aviators, and get all the details at this link: https://www.deltava.org/thread.do?id=0x24f35 -DVA Events |
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| 01/06/2024 | Welcome to the South Pacific Islands Tour | Chris Frasure |
| Watch out! Another snowball incoming! ??Are you tired of your fingers freezing in gloves that keep getting covered in de-icing fluid? Did you run out of hot-chocolate and coffee somewhere south of Thule Air Base? Are you on approach to Alert, unable to see past your nose, and questioning why you ever decided to do virtual aviation anyways if this is the nonsense we’re going to send you through? Fear not, my friends: sunshine and good times are in your future. Introducing the South Pacific Islands Tour, your new home away from home and ticket to getting at least one day without risking frostbite when loading cargo. If it sounds like your kind of tour, then that’s because it is. Learn more on how to get started in this water cooler post: https://www.deltava.org/thread.do?id=0x24ec2 -DVA Events |
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| 01/02/2024 | Delta Virtual Airlines Official Discord Server Platform is now open for all pilots to join | Joe Burner |
| Good evening Delta Virtual Airlines Pilots, On behalf of your entire Senior Leadership Team here at Delta Virtual Airlines, I am pleased to announce that after this last year of testing the Discord platform for Delta Virtual Airlines, we are now opening the Delta Virtual Airlines Discord server for all of our pilots to join. For the last few years Delta Virtual Airlines Senior Leadership was faced with the question of why our virtual airline does not have a Discord server? We as your Senior Staff Leadership Team have been discussing on implementing Discord into Delta Virtual Airlines for a couple of years. As this topic has been a discussion point in many Senior Leadership meetings, we have officially decided to implement and create an official Delta Virtual Airlines Discord server for all pilots and staff to enjoy. It took about a year to fully test the platform and work out any issues which have arisen. It is our hope that this new platform of communication will continue to build upon the excellent friendships and camaraderie that each of us have as we enjoy the aviation and flight simulation hobby. I encourage every pilot here to join in on the fun and camaraderie. With the Delta Virtual Airlines Discord server opening up, we also have a new manual in the document library that can aid in you linking your Delta Virtual Airlines pilot profile to the Delta Virtual Airlines Discord server. The manual will also detail the Delta Virtual Airlines Discord policy which is in place as well. I encourage you to review the manual as it will provide a wealth in information to assist. Finally I want to extend a huge thank you to Senior Captain and Director of Events, Dispatch Daniel Wilbanks, and Vice President Luke Kolin. Without their tremendous efforts in aiding in the setup of our official Delta Virtual Airlines Discord server, it would not be where it is today. I also want to extend another thank you to our entire Senior Leadership Team and our amazing program staff team that assisted in testing and troubleshooting the Delta Virtual Airlines Discord server. Also I want to extend a big thank you to each of you as our pilots, without your continuing support to Delta Virtual Airlines, we would not be where we are today. Over the next few weeks, you will see more channels open up as we continue to improve on the Discord platform. May Blue Skies be every in your favor as we enter 2024 and the years to come! DVA Senior Leadership Staff Team, Joe Burner President and CEO; Delta Virtual Airlines Chris Frasure Vice President Delta Virtual Airlines; Chief Operations Officer Danny Evans Vice President Delta Virtual Airlines; Chief Flight Instructor of Pilot Training Jim Pray Vice President Delta Virtual Airlines; Chief Human Resources Officer Luke Kolin Vice President Delta Virtual Airlines; Chief Technology Officer |
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| 12/31/2023 | Delta Virtual Airlines and Air France Virtual Airlines Renewed Partnership | Joe Burner |
| Greetings Delta Virtual Airlines Pilots! First of all I want to wish each and everyone a Happy New Year! Wherever you may be located, I hope that this upcoming year and many years to come are filled with happiness and fun times! On behalf of your Senior Leadership Team here at Delta Virtual Airlines, we are excited to share a momentous update effective January 1, 2024. The esteemed virtual airlines, Air France Virtual (AFVA) and Delta Virtual (DVA), are pleased to announce the renewal of their joint partnership for mutual benefit for both airlines. This renewal of our joint partnership will serve as a great benefit for both airlines, to bring the fun into this hobby, and we at Delta Virtual Airlines and Air France Virtual Airlines want you as the pilots to have fun in this hobby of flight simulation. Our joint collaborative efforts are geared towards ensuring seamless coordination of the daily operations between both virtual airlines, which will foster a closer working relationship between the Senior Leadership teams of both virtual airlines. While maintaining independent identities and management structures, we will integrate fleet data and ACARS information to boost operational efficiency for both virtual airlines. A major key objective in this renewed partnership is the development of an updated schedule based on real-time flight data within the system, eliminating dependence on potential outdated information from third parties. With this updated schedule based on real-time flight data will prove to be a huge value for both virtual airlines. It is important to note that members can and are still encouraged to participate in both airlines. The Human Resources teams from Air France Virtual Airlines and Delta Virtual Airlines will maintain enhanced communication to promptly address any issues that may arise. For any inquiries, please feel free to reach out to a member of our senior leadership staff via the respective airline's communication methods such as email or water cooler. Best Regards, Joe Burner President and CEO, Delta Virtual Airlines Chris Frasure Vice President Delta Virtual Airlines; Chief Operations Officer Danny Evans Vice President Delta Virtual Airlines; Chief Flight Instructor of pilot training Jim Pray Vice President Delta Virtual Airlines; Chief Human Resources Officer Luke Kolin Vice President Delta Virtual Airlines; Chief Technology Officer Brian Hankey President and CEO, Air France Virtual Airlines Daniel Duhon Executive Vice President, Air France Virtual Airlines |
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| 12/24/2023 | Season's Greetings from the Delta Virtual Airlines Senior Leadership Team! | Joe Burner |
| Dear Delta Virtual Airlines Pilots, As we approach the most wonderful time of the year, the entire Delta Virtual Airlines Senior Leadership Team wants to extend our warmest wishes to each and every one of you. Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays! May your days be filled with joy, laughter, and the warmth of family and friends. As we reflect on the past year, we are grateful for the incredible journeys we've shared, both in the virtual skies and as a united Delta Virtual Airlines family. This festive season, let's celebrate the spirit of giving, kindness, and togetherness. ?? Whether you're flying across the virtual globe or enjoying the company of loved ones, we hope your hearts are as full as the cargo holds of a jumbo jet. On behalf of the entire Senior Leadership Team, we want to express our gratitude for your dedication, passion, and commitment to making Delta Virtual Airlines soar to new heights. We're excited for the adventures that await us in the coming year, and we look forward to continuing this incredible journey together. May your holidays be filled with love, happiness, and the joy of flight. On behalf of your Senior Leadership Staff Team, we wishing you a very Merry Christmas, Happy Holidays and a Happy New Year! Delta Virtual Airlines Senior Staff Leadership Team Joe Burner; President; Chief Executive Officer Chris Frasure; Vice President; Chief Operations Officer Danny Evans; Vice President; Chief Training Officer Luke Kolin; Vice President; Chief Technology Officer Jim Pray; Vice President; Chief Human Resources Officer |
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| 12/22/2023 | Navigraph Flight Sim Community 2023 Survey Results | Joe Burner |
 Good afternoon Delta Virtual Airlines Pilots, I am pleased to present to you the Navigraph Flight Sim Community Survey Results for 2023. As many know we were invited and listed as a partner for the survey for our second year in a row. Last year each Navigraph Partner was invited to submit a question for the survey. Last year I submitted a question to the Navigraph Survey team of "Are you a member of a Virtual Airline" This year I submitted another question to gain a broader understanding of how many pilots are a member of a specific virtual airline. The following question was posed to those who responded “yes” in a previous question asking if the respondent is a member of a virtual airline. It had a free text field, allowing respondents to type in the virtual airline(s) they are a member of. The results suggest that quite a few of the respondents are members of vRYR, vEZY, Southwest Virtual, and Delta Virtual Airlines. I am pleased to say we were listed as # 4 for Delta Virtual Airlines of that question. Once again, we want to thank all of you partners who have contributed to this year’s survey with questions and distribution of the survey: • Aerosoft • Air France Virtuel • Avitab • BelGeode (Boomflowah production) • Bluebird Sim • Carenado • Cruiselevel.de • Delta Virtual Airlines • Digital Flight Dynamics • Elevatex • Fast Cow Productions • Flight1/ Flight One Software • FlightFX • FlightSimulator.blog • Fly By Wire • Flying Media Group • FSA/FSExpo • FSElite • FSMagazine • FSNews • FSNews24 • FSReborn • FSS – Flight Sim Studio • GearDown Simulations • GeoFS • Haversine • Headwind Simulations • Heavy Division • HeliSimmer.com • Horizon Simulations • Hype Performance Group • Infinite Flight • IVAO • Laminar Research • LivToAir • Lockheed Martin • LVFR • Metaflight • MSFSAddons • Navigraph* • ORBX • PC Pilot • PilotEdge • PMDG • PMS50 • Qbit Simulations • RealTraffic / Inside Systems Pty Ltd • Salty Simulations • simFlight • SIMMARKET • Simvol • SimWorks Studios • Synaptic Simulations • Tds Sim • The Flight Lounge • Threshold • TorqueSim Aircraft Development • Total Aviation • V Pilot Designs • VATSIM If you wish to see the entire survey results, they are here https://download.navigraph.com/docs/flightsim-community-survey-by-navigraph-2023-final.pdf (you will have to copy and paste the link) You can also view the Navigraph Blog here which has the highlights of the survey. https://navigraph.com/blog/survey-2023?utm_source=newsletter&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=survey-2023&utm_content=survey-2023 On behalf of your entire Senior Leadership Staff Team, we want to extend a big thank you for your continued support of Delta Virtual Airlines. Delta Virtual Airlines Senior Leadership |
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| 12/11/2023 | Announcing the Merger of DVA Events and Dispatch | Chris Frasure |
| DVA Operations, in partnership with DVA Events, is excited to announce the merger of the Events and Dispatch programs effective immediately. This is an exciting opportunity to create a new and improved experience for our pilots while in flight. Learn more here: https://www.deltava.org/thread.do?id=0x24e15 -Chris Frasure, Vice President of Operations -Daniel Wilbanks, Director of Events/Dispatch |
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| 12/10/2023 | Delta Virtual Airlines Announces New Director of Flight Academy: Alex Handsaker | Joe Burner |
| December 9 2023 - Delta Virtual Airlines is thrilled to announce the appointment of Alex Handsaker as the Director of the Flight Academy. In this pivotal role, Alex will play a key part in shaping the future of our pilot training programs, ensuring excellence and innovation under the leadership of Danny Evans, Vice President of Pilot Training or Chief Training Officer. With a passion for aviation and a wealth of experience, Alex Handsaker brings a dynamic and visionary approach to the Flight Academy. He is a Captain in the A320 program and has accrued 554 flights totaling 2,029 flight hours with Delta Virtual Airlines. He possess his VFR Pilot and Online Pilot certificates with Delta Virtual Airlines. He also possess the Instrument Rating (IR) (P2) on the VATSIM Network. In the real world he is a Air Traffic Control Specialist for the Federal Aviation Administration. His extensive background in flight operations and training will be instrumental in elevating the standards of our pilot training programs and cultivating a culture of continuous improvement at Delta Virtual Airlines. As Director of the Flight Academy, Alex will assist in the development and implementation of pilot training programs, and curriculum enhancements. He will also oversee new Flight Instructors in the flight academy. His role will be instrumental in ensuring that Delta Virtual Airlines continues to produce highly skilled and proficient pilots who contribute to Delta Virtual Airline's success. Delta Virtual Airlines extends its warmest congratulations to Alex Handsaker on his new role and looks forward to the positive impact he will make within the Flight Academy. In the coming weeks you will see Alex becoming more involved in the operations of the flight academy and seeing the flight academy coming back to Delta Virtual Airlines. DVA Senior Leadership Team, Joe Burner; President; Chief Executive Officer Chris Frasure; Vice President; Chief Operations Officer Danny Evans; Vice President; Chief Training Officer Jim Pray; Vice President of Human Resources Luke Kolin; Vice President of Technology |
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| 11/18/2023 | Navigraph Flight Sim Community Survey 2023 is live now | Joe Burner |
 Good evening Delta Virtual Airlines Pilots, This evening I am pleased to announce that the Flight Sim Community Survey 2023 from Navigraph is now live. I am pleased to announce that Delta Virtual Airlines are partnering with Navigraph to provide you this survey. What is the the FlightSim Community Survey by Navigraph? *You may have to copy and paste the link in your browser url window. From November 17 to 27, Navigraph is conducting a FlightSim Community Survey together with several major addon developers and organizations within the flight simulation community. The survey, the largest of its kind, aims to measure the prevailing flight simulation trends and users’ requests for future development.
This year’s survey partners are: • Aerosoft • Air France Virtuel • Avitab • BelGeode (Boomflowah production) • Bluebird Sim • Carenado • Cruiselevel.de • Delta Virtual Airlines • Digital Flight Dynamics • Elevatex • Fast Cow Productions • Flight1/ Flight One Software • FlightFX • FlightSimulator.blog • Fly By Wire • Flying Media Group • FSA/FSExpo • FSElite • FSMagazine • FSNews • FSNews24 • FSReborn • FSS – Flight Sim Studio • GearDown Simulations • GeoFS • Haversine • Headwind Simulations • Heavy Division • HeliSimmer.com • Horizon Simulations • Hype Performance Group • Infinite Flight • IVAO • Laminar Research • LivToAir • Lockheed Martin • LVFR • Metaflight • MSFSAddons • Navigraph* • ORBX • PC Pilot • PilotEdge • PMDG • PMS50 • Qbit Simulations • RealTraffic / Inside Systems Pty Ltd • Salty Simulations • simFlight • SIMMARKET • Simvol • SimWorks Studios • Synaptic Simulations • Tds Sim • The Flight Lounge • Threshold • TorqueSim Aircraft Development • Total Aviation • V Pilot Designs • VATSIM *) Navigraph coordinates the partners, funds the data collection, analyses the responses, and authors the report document. As usual, taking the survey is completely anonymous – no emails or any other personally identifiable information is collected from you. Nor do we redirect you to any sponsoring landing page or similar. Furthermore, when we share the results of the survey with the community, we present the data in aggregated form. Be a part of the world’s most comprehensive flight simulation survey. Your input directly influences the community’s future! Survey results will be published on flightsimsurvey.com on blog.navigraph.com, and through survey partners, in December 2023. ________________________________________ Closing DateThe survey closes on Monday, 27th November. GDPR ComplianceThe survey is anonymous, and no personally identifiable information is collected. Results will be presented in aggregated form only. Thank you for your participation and support. Together, we can make a significant impact on the future of flight simulation. Should you have any questions regarding the survey, feel free to contact us at survey@navigraph.com. Should you have any questions regarding the flight sim community survey 2023 for Delta Virtual Airlines, please feel free to reach out to info@deltava.org. Thank you for your participation and we look forward to sharing the results with you. Best regards, Joe Burner; President |
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| 11/11/2023 | TFDi MD-11 and DVA | Chris Frasure |
| DVA Pilots, Being a fellow MD-11 driver (and past CP of the program) I understand, with the newly released TFDi MD-11, your interest in obtaining the rating. Since the add on is not for public sale as of yet, we don’t have the ability to integrate the add-on for check-ride use at this time. Once the airframe is released for public sale and we are able to view better real time flight dynamics, we will certainly do our best to make it check-ride ready ASAP. More to follow. Thanks for your understanding and patience, Chris VP, Operations |
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| 11/09/2023 | Introducing the 2023 DVA Holiday Tour! | Chris Frasure |
| It’s a Christmas Emergency of epic proportions. Santa is in trouble, and it’s up to us to help him save everyone on the nice list from a horrible holiday season. To learn more about how you can help, head on over to this water cooler post and learn all about it: https://www.deltava.org/thread.do?id=0x24d4b | ||
| 10/13/2023 | Introducing the DVA Virtual Medallion Club! | Chris Frasure |
| Delta Virtual Airlines is happy to introduce a brand new reward program for our pilots; The Virtual Medallion Club! This new program will mimic real world Delta Airline operations and will reward pilots based on their flying statistics. The program is dynamic and reward levels will change year to year based on the activity of a pilot as compared to their peers over the same calendar year. So, while one year you might earn the top tier with a certain number of flight hours or legs, the next you might fall to a lower tier as you are continually compared to the statistics of other pilots. Rewards come in the form of badges that will appear next to your name in various places on the website, including the water cooler and ACARS. Current reward levels are as follows: Diamond - 95th percentile Platinum - 90th percentile Gold - 80th percentile Silver - 60th percentile So, as you can see by the percentile rankings, in order for you to earn the top honor (Diamond status) you would need to have flown a number of legs and/or hours more or equal to 95% of all pilots. Thus, the more you fly, the better the upgrade you can earn! Delta’s real world medallion schedule rolls on a 13 month calendar system and it can be a bit confusing. This means that your status for the current year was earned from the previous year’s flights. For example, if in 2022 you flew enough flights (from January 1 to December 31) to earn Diamond status, you would maintain this status from the date you qualified through the end of January 2024. So, in order for us to implement this reward system at DVA, your default first award level will be based on your 2022 flights. Once implemented and flights continue, your status will change yearly on 2/1. Beyond the specifics, all you need to do is enjoy flying and you will be rewarded. We hope you are as excited for this new adventure as we are to provide it to you! Reach out to me or any other senior staff member with any questions. -Chris Frasure VP, Operations. |
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| 09/21/2023 | Time to party like it’s 1935! | Chris Frasure |
| That’s right…the guys over at Ops FINALLY got our Time Machine fixed! (I put in the work order over a year ago…). Anyway, time to turn things up a notch (…I mean down, sorry, keep getting the dials confused on this thing). How far down? About 88 years. And you’re invited! Find out how you can join us on the brand-new, slightly-rusted-but-still-airworthy Western Air Express 1935 Tour here: https://www.deltava.org/thread.do?id=0x24c3c | ||
| 09/15/2023 | Open Career Opportunities at DVA | Joe Burner |
 Good evening all, We have some open career opportunities for those who are interested in giving back to the Delta Virtual Airlines community. The DVA Flight Academy is looking to fill the Director of the flight academy. The DVA Events team is looking to hire an Assistant Director of Events. Pilots who are interested and meet the minimum qualifications are encouraged to apply. Plus those hired will get the keys to their own department washroom and breakroom. Apply at https://www.deltava.org/careers.do if you are interested. DVA Senior Leadership Team |
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| 09/13/2023 | The Great American Mountaineering Tour - Coming 10/1/23 | Chris Frasure |
| If you think you knew what high-adventure flying was all about, think again! Introducing the Great American Mountaineering Tour, our brand-new take on high-stakes flying that will keep DVA’s maintenance division up all night until you get back. You’re going to want to see this. Grab your snow boots, and find out more here: https://www.deltava.org/thread.do?id=0x24c14 | ||
| 06/20/2023 | Returning A320 ACP, Jeremy Hamilton | Chris Frasure |
| Operations would like to announce that Jeremy Hamilton is returning to DVA staff as an Assistant Chief Pilot in the A320 program. The A320 is a very active and busy airframe program at DVA, and we are lucky to have him back in a leadership role. Welcome back, Jeremy! -DVA Senior Staff |
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| 06/18/2023 | Happy Fathers Day! | Joe Burner |
| Good afternoon all, On behalf of Delta Virtual Airlines Senior Staff Leadership team, we want to wish all Father's, Grandfathers, Great Grandfathers out there, a Happy Fathers Day! Whether you are away or flying in the virtual blue skies, we hope that each of you are able to sit back and relax and enjoy your day on this Father's Day. - DVA Senior Management |
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| 06/08/2023 | Staffing changes - Flight academy | Joe Burner |
| Good evening all, We hope that you’re having a wonderful time flying many routes for Delta Virtual Airlines, as we enter into the summer season. We want to announce that Eric Dziura had to step down from his position as Vice President over Pilot training and flight academy, due to personal reasons. We are thankful for Eric and his wonderful contributions to Delta Virtual Airlines flight academy. Taking over for Eric will be Danny Evans. Danny joined Delta Virtual Airlines in 2010. He has previously served in Delta Virtual Airlines flight academy. In the real world Danny is a certified flight instructor and pilot. We have no doubt that Danny will bring a wealth of knowledge to moving the Delta Virtual Airlines flight academy forward into the future. - DVA Senior Staff Leadership. Joe Burner; President Chris Frasure; Vice President of Operations Luke Kolin; Vice President of Technology Jim Pray; Vice President of Human Resources Danny Evans; Vice President of Pilot Training |
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| 05/25/2023 | Mike Bell joins DVA Events | Chris Frasure |
| I’m pleased to announce Mike Bell will be joining DVA Events as an Assistant Director of Events, effective immediately. Mike brings years of experience with virtual airlines around the world, and will be an excellent addition to our team to move DVA events forward. I encourage you to learn more about Mike and welcome him to staff on this water cooler post: https://www.deltava.org/thread.do?id=0x249bc -Daniel Wilbanks, Director of Events |
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| 05/22/2023 | A320 Program Changes | Chris Frasure |
| Due to real world commitments, Scott Brandenburg has decided to step away from DVA staff. We want to thank Scott for his years of service, especially as Chief Pilot in the A320 program. Thank you Scott! Along with this announcement, it our pleasure to announce that Axel Guillebastre has accepted an offer to serve as the next CP of the A320 program. Thank you for agreeing to step up into this important role, Axel. We are glad to have you as our new A320 Chief. Best wishes to you both, -DVA Operations |
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| 05/20/2023 | Widget Weekends Resumes TONGHT - 7pm EDT in SAN! | Chris Frasure |
| It’s the best time of the month again! A pre-memorial day weekend celebration as our second monthly Widget Weekends group flight kicks off at 7pm TONIGHT in San Diego (SAN). We will be flying to Tucson (TUS). Believe us when we tell you, this isn’t an event you want to miss. So grab your favorite airplane, a couple friends, and set a course for SAN ASAP!!! We’ll see you on the west coast. -DVA Events Team |
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| 05/05/2023 | Flight Academy Director | Eric Dziura |
| Captain Danny Evans, DVA member since 2010, has been been appointed to the position of Flight Academy Director. Welcome to the DVA staff, Danny. Eric Dziura VP Training |
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| 04/30/2023 | First Widget Weekend Happening TONIGHT! | Chris Frasure |
| DVA Events is launching our new series of regular group flights called Widget Weekends and it all starts TONIGHT, Sunday April 30th at 7pm ET! Come get in on the fun and laughs and join us as we fly from Indianapolis to Raleigh (IND-RDU). Bring a friend. Actually, bring two friends! We’ll see you there! | ||
| 04/15/2023 | 1st Annual Chief Pilots Group Flight TONIGHT! | Chris Frasure |
| DVA's first ever Chief Pilots group flight, hosted by our Chief Pilots and DVA Operations alongside DVA Events, is happening TONIGHT, Saturday April 15th beginning at 8pm EDT/5pm PDT/0000 Zulu. We will be departing Atlanta (for Jets) and Tampa (for Props) and ending in Miami for a fun-filled night of community and meeting new people at DVA. Expect heavy traffic out of Atlanta as we are overlapping with ZTL's Share a Coke with Atlanta event. Come join in the fun, and we'll see you there! -DVA Events Team |
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| 04/03/2023 | Equipment ratings and DVA Fleet | Joe Burner |
 Good morning all, I want to address a topic following up from the April Fool's joke News announcement on April 1. While many of us had a good chuckle and laugh out of the joke itself, I understand there were many pilots who were deeply concerned with removing Boeing type aircraft from Delta Virtual Airlines fleet. Delta Virtual Airlines will never remove any equipment from our fleet, whether Airbus or Boeing, we will never remove them. This brings up our policy on aircraft type ratings. We will never remove any of our aircraft ratings with the exception of certain flight academy ratings from any of our pilots. You all have worked and are working so hard on taking the first officer and captain exams, and flying the checkrides that you have earned the ratings for which you all are rated for, and will retain the earned ratings your virtual airline career with Delta Virtual Airlines. Another exception to this is if a new pilot joins Delta Virtual Airlines but is unable to fly the rated equipment due to issues with simulator platform or other reasons, which are evaluated on a Senior Administration level on a case by case basis. We want to thank everyone for their continued support of Delta Virtual Airlines, and we hope that you all were able to get a good laugh out of the joke. May blue skies be ever in your favor. Joe Burner; President |
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| 04/02/2023 | APRIL FOOLS!!!!! DVA LOVES BOEING! | Chris Frasure |
| Yesterdays airline announcement about the Boeing fleet being out at DVA was an April Fools Joke! We love Boeing! I was fooled many times yesterday by my family, friends, and various businesses. I figured I would spread a little humor to DVA! I hope you found the humor in the post after your initial surprise -Chris Frasure; VP Operations |
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| 04/02/2023 | Airbus ONLY! | Chris Frasure |
| Over the last few years we have had issues trying to get the Boeing planes connected to ACARS to allow for Check Rides. It has been daunting. DVA has struggled to accommodate check rides and staffing. For this reason, DVA will be Airbus only starting 4/15. We can no longer accept PIREPS that are flown with a Boeing airframe. We apologize for the inconvenience. If you have questions, please email Joe Burner directly. Thanks for being the best virtual airline on the planet. -DVA Operations |
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| 04/01/2023 | Two new DVA Staff Additions! | Chris Frasure |
| DVA is proud to announce that we have added two new staff members: Bruno Israel will take over as Chief Pilot in the EMB-120 program Colin Levy will assist Ken Webber as the new Assistant Chief Pilot in the 747 program. Welcome to DVA staff guys! -DVA Operations |
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| 03/23/2023 | Say Hello to the Hub Tour 2023 | Joe Burner |
The last three weeks of surfing, adventure and the sun on your skin has been some of the most fun we've seen in years. But 86 legs do take a while, perhaps you could use a break? Or maybe you just really are craving a half-decent internet connection that you just can't find on remote Indian ocean islands. If so, we have just the thing for you. Introducing the Hub Tour 2023. Find out more here: https://www.deltava.org/thread.do?id=0x2480c - DVA Events Team |
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| 03/13/2023 | Staffing Changes | Joe Burner |
| Good afternoon all,
We as Senior Staff Leadership team want to inform you all of some staffing changes which have happened in the last few days. Chief Pilot Jim Warner who served Delta Virtual Airlines as Chief Pilot in the EMB-120 equipment program January 28 200, and as the Delta Virtual Airlines Flight Academy Director has announced that he had to step down due to personal issues outside Delta Virtual Airlines. Jim served as Chief Pilot in the CRJ program prior to becoming Chief Pilot in the EMB-120 program. We want to extend a Thank You to Jim for his years of dedicated service to the EMB-120, CRJ, and Flight Academy as he was a tremendous asset in helping to move Delta Virtual Airlines mission and vision forward. Chief Pilot Roy Rodriguez advised to Senior Staff Leadership that he had to step down due to personal issues. Roy has been an active member since Delta Virtual Airlines early days joining back in July of 2001. Roy has served as a Dispatcher, Assistant Chief Pilot in the CRJ, MD-88, 757, 747, then later promoted to oversee the 747 program's daily operations. Roy has obtained almost every aircraft rating DVA has to offer and we are extremely thankful for his years of excellent service to Delta Virtual Airlines. Assistant Chief Pilot William Bradshaw also announced that he had to step down from his Assistant Chief Pilot role in the 747 program, due to personal issues outside Delta Virtual Airlines. William served in a variety of roles here at DVA. He served as Assistant Chief Pilot in the MD-88, 727, CRJ, 737, and finally 747 programs here at DVA. William also served as Director of Dispatch services here at Delta Virtual Airlines. We want to thank Jim, Roy, and William on their years of service to Delta Virtual Airlines. We want to wish them the best in their endeavors. With this announcement we want to inform you all that Chief Pilot Ken Webber will be taking over as Chief Pilot in the 747 equipment program. Ken has served in quite a few roles here at Delta Virtual Airlines. He served as Assistant Chief Pilot in the 727, DC-8, then later served as Chief Pilot in the 727, DC-8 programs here at Delta Virtual Airlines. Ken also serves as an Assistant Director of Operations, in his role in operations he is helping to move the DVA mission and vision forward. We are excited to have Ken stepping in as Chief Pilot in the 747 program. We also want to announce that Andrew Vane is returning back to Delta Virtual Airlines Staff as Chief Pilot in the 727 program. Andrew served in a variety of roles here at Delta Virtual Airlines as Chief Pilot, Assistant Chief Pilot, as Vice President of Operations, Flight Academy advisor for the Delta Virtual Airlines flight academy, and many other roles. To say Andrew is no stranger to being on staff with DVA. We are excited for Andrew to be coming back to staff and we are excited to see the 727 program shine for the future. We also want to thank everyone for their continued support to Delta Virtual Airlines. As we climb into the future of aviation and flight simulation we are excited to have you a part of our virtual airline community. DVA Senior Staff Leadership Joe Burner; President Chris Frasure; Vice President of Operations Eric Dziura; Vice President of Pilot Training Luke Kolin; Vice President of Technology Jim Pray; Vice President of Human Resource |
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| 03/12/2023 | TODAY! DVA 22nd Anniversary Group Flight. | Chris Frasure |
| Everyone's favorite virtual airline will be celebrating 22 years in operation, TODAY, Sunday, March 12th 2023. We will be hosting a celebratory group flight at 7pm EDT/2300Z from KATL-KCRW on the VATSIM network and invite all DVA pilots to join us. You can fly any aircraft you are rated to fly. Find out more info and sign up for the event here, but you can still participate even if you do not sign up: https://www.deltava.org/event.do?id=0x2a60
Daniel Wilbanks Kevin Hornaday Nathan Cox Jay Marin |
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| 03/07/2023 | Our Newest Senior Captains Announced | Jim Pray |
| On behalf of Senior Staff please join me in congratulating our newest Senior Captains. Your dedication to Delta Virtual Airlines is very much appreciated.
Senior Captain Alex Schlesinger Senior Captain Nathan Cox Senior Captain Eric Dziura |
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| 03/03/2023 | New DC-6 Chief Pilot | Chris Frasure |
| DVA is pleased to announce that Craig Trudell is the new Chief Pilot in the DC-6 program! Craig has been with the airline for close to 15 years, and brings great ideas and passion to the program! Welcome aboard Craig! | ||
| 03/01/2023 | You asked, we listened! Introducing the World Tour 2023! | Chris Frasure |
| At DVA, we know that if you're going to spend more money than you care to admit on flight simulator add-ons and virtual planes you can't even touch with your hands, then you might as well get your money's worth. What better way to do that than to take that PMDG for a spin around the block...eh...globe? We thought so too, which is why we created the sequel to the 2022 World Tour that you all loved so much, visiting all the places you wish we would have gone last year, plus a few more, including 15 brand new destinations that you can only fly to with DVA if you fly this tour! You won't want to miss this one. Get the details here: https://www.deltava.org/thread.do?id=0x24760
Daniel Wilbanks Director of Events |
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| 03/01/2023 | New Delta Virtual Airlines Program; 717! | Chris Frasure |
| Delta Virtual Airlines is proud to announce the addition of a new program, the 717! Delta Airlines added the 717 in 2013 to replace the aging DC-9 fleet and allowed the airline to expand its footprint to more regional airports around the country. To this day, the 717 continues to play an important operational role for Delta Airlines. There has been a great deal of effort placed into the launch of this new stage 2 program, and we are all very excited to have Jay Marin represent Delta Virtual as the program’s first Chief Pilot! Congratulations Jay!
Chris Frasure, Vice President; Operations. |
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| 02/24/2023 | Operations Personnel Changes | Joe Burner |
| Good morning all,
I regret to inform you all that a few days ago David Vega announced his immediate resignation from VP of Operations, and stepping away from the airline due to personal reasons. We want to Thank David Vega for his service to Delta Virtual Airlines. Today I am pleased to announce that we have made the decision to appoint Chris Frasure as our new Vice President of Operations. Chris will be serving as VP of Operations as the Chief Operations Officer. He will be responsible for overseeing all operational aspects of Delta Virtual Airlines. Chris brings an impressive resume and experience to the operations team. Chris started his virtual airline career with Delta Virtual Airlines on October 30 2006. Chris has served in various roles here at Delta Virtual Airlines such as Assistant Chief Pilot in the 757, MD-11, A320 programs. Chris later then served as Chief Pilot in the 757, MD-11 and A320 programs over the years of his virtual airline career. Chris was later appointed as an Assistant Director of Operations where he helped move the DVA daily operations forward. Last year Chris was appointed as Vice President of the Treasury serving as Global Virtual Airlines Group’s Chief Financial Officer. While the treasury role is minor he excelled in this role as he did with every role in the airline. We are excited to have Chris on board overseeing the daily operations of Delta Virtual Airlines. You will see Chris becoming more involved in the coming weeks in operations. Delta Virtual Airlines Senior Leadership Team Joe Burner; President; Chief Executive Officer Chris Frasure; Vice President; Chief Operations Officer Eric Dziura; Vice President; Chief Flight Instructor Jim Pray; Vice President; Human Resources Luke Kolin; Vice President of Information Technology |
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| 02/23/2023 | Introducing the US Coastal Tour 2023 | Joe Burner |
| Ahhhhhhh the smell of spring. The sun is shining, the flowers are blooming, the birds are chirping and you are absolutely itching to get out of that pilot lounge for a change. Know what comes with Spring? That's right, Spring Break. And where do we go on Spring Break? That's right, the beach! So grab your shades and your flip flops, the US Coastal Tour awaits you. Find out more here: https://www.deltava.org/thread.do?id=0x24738
- DVA Events |
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| 02/02/2023 | DVA Email troubles! | Joe Burner |
| Good morning fellow pilots,
We want to inform everyone that we have been experiencing some troubles with our DVA emails being sent out. This is primarily affecting those with gmail as of current. We are working to resolve this issue. So if you haven't received a response from a staff member on a held PIREP, that is why. Our emails are being bounced back and not going through. We are actively looking into this issue and will report back when it is resolved. Thank you and may blue skies be ever in your favor. - Delta Virtual Airlines Senior Staff Leadership Team |
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| 01/30/2023 | Calling all Graphics Designers! | Joe Burner |
| Good morning everyone,
As many know we are striving to make Delta Virtual Airlines up to date with modern standards. We as Senior Leadership Staff are opening up an exciting opportunity. We are looking at updating our Delta Virtual Airlines Web banner logo, and we need your help! We are calling all pilots who are good with graphics design, to put on their creative thinking caps to create a Web Banner logo for Delta Virtual Airlines. Some rules and guidelines to follow, we are asking that if you wish to submit a Web Banner logo, please abide by this guideline, Therefore, any use, display, or posting of any Delta Air Lines© copyrighted materials, including, logos, trademarks, service marks, graphics, signs, slogans, and/or insignia on the Delta Virtual Airlines web site, specifically including: the DVA Water Cooler, signature blocks, banners, manuals, and documents is PROHIBITED. The unauthorized use of other copyrighted material without the express written permission of the owner, including, logos, trademarks, slogans, service marks, insignia, and photographs on the Delta Virtual Airlines web site, specifically including: the DVA Water Cooler, signature blocks, banners, manuals, and documents is also PROHIBITED. You can find a copy of our trademark policy at the link below. https://www.deltava.org/library/dva%20copyright%20policy.pdfSome things we are looking for, your website banner logo must contain Delta Virtual Airlines in it, and must contain the website address of Delta Virtual Airlines (www.deltava.org) To submit your Web Banner logo design, send your submission of your created Delta Virtual Airlines logo web banner to ceo@deltava.org. The deadline to submit your website banner logo is March 4 2023 One submission per pilot wishing to contribute a logo. Once your logo is submitted, Senior Leadership Staff will review each submission and vote on the top 5 (if we get that many) then you all as pilots will have a chance to vote on your favorite website banner logo to be used at DVA. The pilot whose logo Senior Leadership Staff choose will receive excellent recognition in the water cooler. On behalf of your entire Senior Leadership Staff team, Happy creating. Joe Burner; President & CEO Chris Frasure; Vice President CFO David Vega; Vice President of Operations Eric Dziura; Vice President of Pilot Training Jim Pray; Vice President of Human Resources Luke Kolin; Vice President of Technology |
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| 01/09/2023 | ** New ** Events Half Century Club | David Vega |
| To recognize event participation sooner and to encourage more pilots to participate in our Events, we have just created the Event Half Century Club. There are some exciting events on the horizon so sign up and fly. | ||
| 12/24/2022 | Happy Holidays From DVA Senior Staff | Joe Burner |
| Good evening all,
As we cruise (at flight level) into the busy holiday season, whether traveling to spend time with friends and family this holiday season, we at Delta Virtual Airlines Senior Leadership team want to wish each and everyone of you a Merry Christmas, and Happy Holidays. We hope that you have a safe and enjoyable holiday. As we prepare to enter 2023 we are excited for the new and exciting future for Delta Virtual Airlines. Merry Christmas, Happy Holidays and Happy New Years! It is our hope that 2023 brings many blue skies for all here at Delta Virtual Airlines! Delta Virtual Airlines Senior Leadership Team Joe Burner; President; Chief Executive Officer Chris Frasure; Vice President; Chief Financial Officer David Vega; Vice President of Operations Eric Dziura; Vice President of Pilot Training Jim Pray; Vice President Human Resources Luke Kolin; Vice President of Technology |
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