Getting Started
Introduction
Welcome to the Virtual Air Canada Airline Pilot ASOPs
Welcome to Virtual Air Canada Airline
Virtual Air Canada Airline Airline (VACA) is a flight simulation community dedicated to replicating the operations of Air Canada in the virtual world. This knowledge base contains the Airline Standard Operating Procedures (ASOPs) that will guide you through your journey as a virtual pilot.Join Virtual Air Canada Airline Airline today—there’s no approval process, and you can start flying within minutes.
Virtual Air Canada Airline is a non-commercial flight simulation group, established purely for educational and recreational use. It operates independently and holds no official ties to Air Canada or any other real-world airline, business entity, or aviation organization. If you are trying to reach Air Canada website, please visit www.aircanada.com
Getting Started
New to Virtual Air Canada Airline? These resources will help you begin your virtual flying career:New Pilot Quickstart
Get up and running as a new VACA pilot in under 3 minutes
Download Software
Install the required software for your virtual flying career
Frequently Asked Questions
Find answers to common questions about Virtual Air Canada Airline
Updates
Stay up to date with the latest changes and features
Rank Transfer
Learn how to transfer your experience from another virtual airline to Virtual Air Canada Airline
Route Updates
Learn about the latest routes and updates to Virtual Air Canada Airline
Essential Resources
Learn about the core systems and procedures for VACA pilots:Pegasus ACARS
Learn how to use the flight tracking software
Pilot Hub
Master the central pilot management application
Booking Flights
Learn how to book and prepare for your flights
Pilot Ranks
Understand the rank structure and career progression
Accepted Aircraft
Learn about the aircraft that are accepted in Virtual Air Canada Airline
Accepted Liveries
Learn about the aircraft that are accepted in Virtual Air Canada Airline
VACA Community
Virtual Air Canada Airline is more than just flying - it’s a community of aviation enthusiasts:- Discord: Join our active Discord server for real-time communication
- Events: Participate in group flights and special operations
- Training: Access mentorship from experienced pilots (coming soon)
Airline Standard Operating Procedures (ASOPs)
Executive Overview
Key objectives and introduction to Air Virtual Air Canada Airline ASOPs
Governance & Responsibility
Regulatory basis, operational control, and manual hierarchy
Safety Culture & CRM
Crew Resource Management and Threat & Error Management model
Flight‑Deck SOPs
Standard operating procedures for normal flight operations
Abnormal & Emergency Procedures
Procedures for handling abnormal situations and emergencies
Cabin Operations
Cabin-related procedures and safety protocols
Ground Handling & Ramp Safety
Procedures for safe ground operations
Performance & Weight/Balance
Aircraft performance calculations and weight & balance
Winter & Adverse Weather
Operations in winter conditions and adverse weather
Security & Dangerous Goods
Security protocols and dangerous goods handling