Star Airways Equipment Program and Structure

Beechcraft King Air Program (Stage 1) the king air program is our entry level aircraft program. all new recruites are eligible to file flight plans with these aircraft. Requirements: Entry: VATSIM Basic Examination passed Successfull checkride in King Air airframe Captain: Passing score on the captain exam for this equipment program and checkride Completion of at least 15 flights on the VATSIM network Senior Captain: Consistant participation in community forums and online events completion of 40 flights on the VATSIM network Recommendation from airline staff Aircraft: Beechcraft King Air JS41 Beechcraft Baron Cessna 172 CRJ 200 Program (Stage 2) the CRJ-200 program offers the regional jet fleet to the pilot. It encompasses aircraft that fly in and out of smaller airports and flights in shorter duration. Requirements: Entry: VATSIM Basic Examination passed Successfull checkride in CRJ airframe Captain: Passing score on the captain exam for this equipment program and checkride Completion of at least 15 flights on the VATSIM network Senior Captain: Consistant participation in community forums and online events completion of 40 flights on the VATSIM network Recommendation from airline staff Aircraft: CRJ200 CRJ700 ERJ145 E50P Boeing 737 Program (Stage 3) The boeing 737 is the most widely used aircraft in the world, therefor it does require some extra effort to get to. This program introduces pilots to more advanced procedures and requires a basic understanding of Terminal Procedures.

Requirements: Entry: Successfull checkride in 737 aircraft Passing score on "stage 3 exam" Captain: Passing score on "stage 3 captains exam" successful checkride completion of at lease 15 flights from this equipment program on the VATSIM network Senior Captain: Consistent participation in the community forums and online events Completion of at least 40 flights on the VATSIM network Recommendation from airline staff Aircraft: 737-600 737-800 A320 A321 E170 E190 Boeing 757 Program (Stage 4) The boeing 757 program is the entry point for our airlines most successfull pilots. Just like in the real world, if your type rated on the 757, you can also fly the 767. The 757 program consists of various short and long haul flights, both cargo and passenger, to suit the need of the airline. It is not uncommon to fly into runways less then 6000ft in length in this program, which is why a firm understanding of aircraft systems and limitations is a must. Requirements: Entry: Successfull checkride in the 757 or 767 aircraft Passing score on "stage 4 exam" Firm understanding of procedures ranging from STARs and SIDs to VOR/NDB approaches, You will be tested! Captain: Passing score on "stage 4 captain exam" Successfull checkride Completion of at least 15 flights from this equipment program on the VATSIM network Senior Captain: Consistent participation in the community forums and online events Completion of at least 40 flights on the VATSIM network for this program Recommendation by airline staff Aircraft: 757 Series

767 Series McDonnell Douglas MD-11 Program(Stage 5) Like the 757 program, the MD11 program requires unmatched technical skill and performance in all aspects of flight. Knowledge of all types of TERPs and approach procedures are a must. This aircraft program has both passenger and cargo operation, as well as short and long haul operations. Requirements: Entry: Successfull Checkride in the MD11 Aircraft Passing score on the "Stage 5 exam" Complete understanding of terminal procedures, approach briefings, etc... Captain: Passing score on the "stage 4 captain exam" Completion of at least 15 flights in this equipment program on the VATSIM network Senior Captain: Consistent participation in the community forums and online events Completion of at least 40 flights on the VATSIM network for this program Recommendation by airline staff Aircraft: MD11 DC10 747 Boeing 727 Program (Stage 0) At any point in the pilots career at star airways, they may request an additional rating on the 727 airframe. The 727 is most used in cargo and short haul operations. As so, the pilot requesting such rating must prove that he can handle under all types of scenarios ranging from low visiblity, increased traffic and work load, operations on short runways, LAHSO, basic line-oriented operations, and various failure scenarios. This program is meant to challenge the pilot to reaching new heights. It is not uncommon for a pilot in this program to land or takeoff on runways less than 6000ft in length, therefore a strict understanding of weight limations is also a must. Pilots will be scored on judgement in particular scenarios(go around, weight limitations, runway lenth, etc...)

Additional Ratings
Throughout your career at Star Airways, you will always be able to request additional ratings. Just like the real world, you are able to fly multiple aircraft types. To obtain an addition rating, the pilot must:

-Fill out the "Additional rating request" form -Complete the "first officer exam" for the aircraft he or she is requesting rating on -Complete a check ride on the aircraft the pilot is requesting ratings on

Switching Equipment Programs

If a pilot wishes to switch to an equipment program lower than that of what he or she is already at, then he or she must fill out the "equipment transfer" form. No ratings will be lost. If the pilot wishes to rejoin their original program, they will NOT have to complete any checkride or test, as it was already completed.