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General Questions
Q: Why should I fly for the vCanadian Air Force?
A: If you are into Military Aviation, or want to do something totally different, then the vCAF is the place for you. We do missions that no other VA or sometimes, no other VSOA can do. We do such missions as Formation Flying, Escorting, Air to Air Combat, Air to Air Refueling, Tactical Air Lift, Coastal Patrol, Reconnaissance, Air Drops, Para Drops, VIP Transport, Search and Rescue, and much, much more. With Canada’s large land area, it’s just one giant play ground for our virtual Military Organization. So if you are up to a challenge, want top level training, and want to do something different, then vCAF is the place for you!
Q: Once I’ve signed up as a pilot, what is the first thing I should do?
A: Sign up on the forums ASAP. Almost all of our communication regarding all missions, training, and operations is done via the vCAF forums. Please start by introducing yourself, as well as participate in regular forum discussions.
Q: What’s the main difference between a VSOA and VA?
A: The main difference between a VSOA and VA is that we require you to do more training, and the rules are usually more strict in terms of operations, communication, and training.
APPLICATION QUESTIONS:
Q: Are there certain requirements for my application to be accepted by vCAF?
A: Everyone who applies for vCAF is automatically accepted. However, if you do NOT have a VATSIM PID, then you will not be accepted. You will also not be accepted if you are under the age of 13.
Q: I have applied for the virtual Canadian Air Force, now what do I do?
A: Check your email for account information, and for next training phase.
Q: I have applied to be a Pilot, but never got any email. What do I do?
A: Under normal circumstances, the server will send you the email within a matter of seconds. However, sometimes our mail server may be busy, and may have a queue to send out mail, and may take up to 48 hours to be sent. Also, make sure to check your Spam Box just in case!
Q: How do I apply to become a vCAF Staff member?
A: In order to apply to become a part of the Staff with vCAF, you must fill out an application here, and be sent to vCAF Human Resources. To see what positions are available, please check the NOTAM’s forum threads, or email the above address.
LOGIN QUESTIONS:
Q: How do I log in once I’ve been accepted to vCAF?
A: Go to the URL of the website, and in the bottom left hand corner will be login information, type in your vCAF PID (e.g. 101) and password (e.g. hornet).
Q: I forgot my password! What do I do?
A: When you are about to Log-In, simply click "Password Retrieval System." Your password will be emailed to you.
Q: How do I change my password?
A: Log into your account, under “Home” is a tab called “Account Information” – Go to this page and you have the ability to change your email address, as well as your password for the website.
vCAF TRAINING:
Q: I’m now an official pilot with vCAF, how do I start Basic Flight Training (BFT)?
A: In order to start training, you must go under the “Wing Operations/Training” section, and read the Wing Standard Operation Procedure (SOP) Handbooks, Training Outlines, and Aircraft Handbooks provided. Once you have viewed, and familiarized yourself with vCAF Training Procedures, you may start flying online, under your vCAF PID in the CT-114 Tutor aircraft.
Q: How can I get one-on-one training with an instructor?
A: Easy, the Wing Commanding Officer will email you right away after signing up into a Wing with vCAF. In the email will be Instructor Pilot (IP) email addresses for you to contact for training. Remember that instructor-student pilot training is not required unless desired by the pilot.
Q: How do I sign up for a checkride?
A: Either one of two things can happen. The Instructor Pilot training you will set up a training time for you, or, the pilot can go the “Multi-Purpose Request” Page, and request for a checkride from the Wing Commanding Officer.
Q: What is Phase I, II and III Training all about?
A: Phase I training is BFT (Basic Flight Training) on the CT-114 Tutor. Phase II Training is either; Helicopters, Multi-Engine, or Fast Jet training on either the CH-139 Kiowa, CT-142 Gonzo, or the CT-155 Hawk respectively. Phase III is Operational training at the specific squadron you are selected to – For example, if you complete Phase II training on the CT-155 Hawk at 4 Wing Cold Lake, then Operational training will be on the CF-18 Hornet.
Q: When flying online, what callsign do I use?
A: Pilots have their own distinguished callsign (vCAF PID), which is to be used for all training flights, and local operations. The only time pilots will use tactical callsigns (e.g. WOLF), or another CFC callsign (e.g. CFC3459), is when it is assigned in a mission or exercise by your instructor, or by the Wing Commanding Officer.
Q: How do I participate in vCAF Operations?
A: First thing to do is check the forums, and advise that you are available for any one mission or exercise. If there is a sign up sheet on the main website, or in the forums, please fill it out, and the Mission Coordinator will be in contact with you. Remember that in order to participate in any type of mission or exercise, you must be certified to fly the your Wing’s specific aircraft flown in it.
Q: What are Flight Tasks?
A: Flight tasks are missions available to all pilots in a certain squadron, and encompasses different types of operations such as Goods Transport, Tactical Air Lift, Air to Air Refueling, Escort, Reconnaissance, and much more!
Q: What type of Online Client should I use while flying?
A: At vCAF, we require you to use FSINN 1.3 and FSINN Copilot 1.7. Downloads and installation set up information is available on the website, as well as in the forums.
PIREPS:
Q: How and when can I file a PIREP?
A: In order to file a PIREP, you must go to the Wing Operations and Training Section, and click on “File a PIREP”. Your PIREP will be automatically filed, although, your Wing Commanding Officer will review it to make sure the PIREP is valid. The only time you are not able to file a PIREP is when you are a rank of Officer Cadet.
Q: Do my PIREPS have to be flown in order?
A: YES. If your PIREPS are not in order (e.g. CYTR-CYOD, CYOD-CYEG, CYEG-CYQQ, CYQQ-CYTR), then the vCAF Chief Staff has every right to delete your filed PIREPS. The PIREP system has been locked to your departure airport for every time you file a PIREP.
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