MichaelSchwartz

Hello, I searched around the forum but was unable to find a similar issue. When I load up the cold and dark panel state from the FMC the system initialization starts up, the displays go off, battery, apu master is all off etc. However almost every other switch is left in the on position. I tried a re-install but the same problem still occurs. Any thoughts on the issue? Thank you in advance. Kind Regards, Michael Schwartz

Sorry to hear about your troubles...a few quick questions: 1. Have you tried connecting to a different server IP? 2. To clarify, you cannot hear ATC or see any text communications occuring? 3. Have you calibrated your mic and if so was it successful? Michael

This is a few days old and many have probably seen it but it was publicly released and is from Steven Cullen, President of VATSIM: ---- Hi all, As you are aware we have been the subject of an attack, I hope this message will help answer your questions The facts: • A user had gotten access to an admin password. We have no idea how, we suspect through an exploit found last week, but we are still waiting for extra info. • He did a couple of connections through an associated website then he went in on the forums and started deleting forums and users from within the admin panel of the forum. On cert he logged in and removed a couple of persons from the staff table, disabled all ATOs, sent some broadcasts. • What has been changed in CERT has been restored. • None of our system have been hacked • We will recover the forum from an older backup. Please be patient, we'll change some things to not let happen this again. _____________________ Steven Cullen VATSIM President

It is just some script kiddie.

I apologize for my lack of computer knowledge. GPU would be graphics card, yes? In that case it's the Intel Mobile Intel 4 Series Express Chipset Family. I looked for an updated driver on the intel website but none work as they aren't compatible none were listed to work with my Pentium dual core... Problem is I never have this issue when I use FSX so I'm absolutely lost. I do have one guess though. I have just started using the qw Avro (amazing aircraft). Because it was just recently released there are some bugs and some memory leaks have been confirmed that are said to overdrive your CPU or something like that...so maybe that is the problem? Kind Regards, Michael

Unfortunately I started having this odd issue with FS2004(note: I just started using fs9 a few days ago for the first time on this pc). I normally run FSX and this has never been a problem. I will start up FS2004 and everything will go fine. All of the sudden the panel on my aircraft will go away, a few seconds later the whole screen goes black. After another few seconds everything re-appears including FS2004. Then after this short display FS2004 crashes and I get a popup saying: "Display Driver Stopped Responding and has recovered". I obviously run more intensive situations on FSX with payware aircraft and scenery yet this has not happened. That then leads me to rule out a performance issue? I really have no idea what the issue is so I'm hoping someone may be able to help. Thanks! Don't laugh as these specs are sad but for some reason it can handle FSX fairly well. Laptop Specs: Dell Pentium Dual-Core CPU || T4500 @ 2.30GHz || 4.00GB RAM || Mobile Intel 4 Series Express Chipset Family. 0 || Windows 7 64-bit Kind Regards, Michael

Dear Flight Simmers, Below is a job description for a Hub Manager position at Celestial Air Virtual. The two hubs are located at Boston and San Jose. If interested please read below. Job Title: Hub ManagerLevel: Upper ManagementCompensation: This is a paid positionApplication Accepted By--->E-Mail to [email protected] Purpose: To oversee pilots within the specified hub and assist in flight operations in and out of the specified field.Description- Manages pilots on hub roster- Works under the VP-Human Resources in monitoring pilots-Conducts pilots surveys-Works with the VP-Flight Operations to adjust and update the flight schedule in and out of the respected hub- Attends staff meetings Requirements-Dedicated Worker-Owns a copy of FS2004 or FSX-Has experience with virtual airlines-Is not a staff member at any other virtual airline-It is recommended but not required that applicants have some experience with PHPVMS and XACARS.Why Us?Why choose Celestial Air, they are new and not the biggest. Well first of the entire staff is experienced and 100% dedicated to their work. Also staff members will gain new skills and become part of YES, a real non profit organization. We take things seriously but love to meet new people and have fun. In addition we like to reward staff and pilots with our incentive program which you can find about later. Thanks for your time and have a great day!

Celestial Air Virtual Chief Pilot DescriptionDate: April, 9th 2011Position Title: Chief PilotName of Employer: Celestial AirMain functions:The chief Pilot is responsible for the overall direction, coordination, and evaluation of Celestial Air Virtual. Com’s crewmembers, including instructors and check airmen.Reports to: Vice President of Flight OperationsDuties:• The Chief Pilot will ensure all flight operations are conducted according to FAA Part 121 Regulations and adapted for Flight Simulator.• The Chief Pilot will serve as liaison between Vice President of Flight Operations and crewmembers.• The Chief Pilot will have the authority to recommend promotions, transfers, and furloughs of crewmembers consistent with common practices and procedures.• The Chief Pilot carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with Celestial Air Virtual. Com’s, policies, and applicable rules and laws, and in compliance with FAA Part 121 Flight Operations and Regulations adapted for Flight Simulator.• The Chief Pilot responsibilities also include virtual flight training, and assisting management in the continued development of flight training programs for its virtual fleet and crewmembers. Employment Requirements:• Valid VATSIM.net ID • VATSIM ID• Experience with Payware aircraft including at least one of the following: A320, B737, B757, B747, A330• Real world aviation experience• Virtual airline experienceIf you interested in the following position please contact the Celestial Air Virtual Human Resources Department.----------------------Michael SchwartzVP-Human ResourcesCelestial Air [email protected] POSITIONOur New website which will be up in the next few days!!!!!

Dear Flight Simmers, Celestial Air is currently looking for a Vice President of Flight Operations. All people interested in applying for this position should e-mail the human resources department ( [email protected] ) to notify Celestial Air of their interest. An interview will then be set up. Please review the below information.Celestial Air Virtual Job Description Form Division/Department: Celestial Air Executive Management Job Title: Vice President of Flight Operations Reports to: President and CEO (Elliot M Vanetzian Jr.) Level/Grade: Executive Management Type of position: Vice PresidentFinancial Compensation: A paycheck will be handed out in the future for a dedicated workerGENERAL DESCRIPTIONThe Vice President of Flight Operations is in charge of overseeing and moderating the daily flight operations of Celestial Air. The Vice President of Flt Ops must develop and maintain the current flight schedule and work hub managers to develop new routes and adjust current routes being served by Celestial Air. The VP-Flight Operations also overlooks the airline fleet and makes additions as necessary. One of the most important responsibilities of the Vice President of Flight Operations is to design and run the Celestial Air training department. The Vice President of Flight Operations will constantly work along side all other staff members to help administrate daily flight operation. The Vice President of Flight Operations carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with Celestial Air Virtual. Com’s, policies, and applicable rules and laws, and in compliance with FAA Part 121 Flight Operations and Regulations adapted for Flight Simulator.WORK EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS Virtual Airline Experience and VATSIM experience Real World aviation experience ( not required )OTHER REQUIREMENTS At least 18 years of age Ability to Devote many hours weeklyBENEFITS- Company E-mail- Future Compensation- Administration duties - Ability to learn and further develop managerial skillsAPPLICATIONS REVIEWED BY Michael Schwartz, Vice President of Human ResourcesAPPLICATIONS APPROVED BY Elliot M Vanetzian Jr., President and Chief Executive Officer

Hello everyone some of us at Celestial Air Virtual took the time to make a video tutorial on how to use the FSX shared cockpit future on VATSIM. Enjoy!This link will link will take our video page where you can simply click on the video link to watch the tutorial.Link: http://celestialairvirtual.com/index.php/pages/videos

This is a public notice that Celestial Air Virtual is searching for a new hub manager. Celestial Air Virtual is a newer VA with two main hubs in San Jose, CA and Boston, MA. Below you will find requirements, job description and benefits for the Boston Hub Manager Position.Description:-Person manages KBOS pilot roster-Conducts pilot surveys -Helps develop feeder routes in/out of KBOS-Smaller tasks neededRequirements:-PHPVMS Experience (not required)-Real world or virtual flight experience-Management experienceBenefits:-Gain experience in management areas-Work alongside great pilots and staff-Develop superior flying skills-Company e-mail-Paid position (details on contact) If you are interested or have any question involving this job please e-mail me at the given e-mail.-----------------------Michael SchwartzVP-Human ResourcesCelestial Air Virtual( [email protected] )

Dear Flight Simmers,I happy to say Celestial Air Virtual is now open. Now as of now our flight schedule is not quite up and we are making the finishing touches on the website to get everything all together. However at this time you are able to sign up with no problem.*We will e-mail you as soon as the flight schedule is up**A few staff positions are also up*I hope to see all in the skies very soon.http://celestialairvirtual.com/index.php/registrationSincerely,Michael SchwartzHuman Resources Director ( [email protected] )Celestial Air Virtual<BR clear=all>

Dear Vatsim Members,Finnair Virtual Airlines has now started its search for A Vice President of Human Resources. JOB DESCRIPTION:-Manage Pilot Roster-Hire Pilots-Mediate Pilot Conflicts-AdvertisingRequirements:-VATSIM ID-Valid Experience-Backround European KnowledgeThank you everyone for taking the time to read this. All respondents will be set up for an interview.Sincerely,Michael Schwartz/CEO ( e-mail: [email protected] )<BR clear=all>

Dear Flight Simmer,I am proud to say that in the coming months Finnair Virtual has made a lot of progress. However we are still not ready to launch. This is because this project of mine and only been worked on by me. The development proccess is still ongoing. I would now like to say that a am looking for certain people that would like to join me on this venture to create a great VA. I cannot do this a lone and Finnair Virtual can never launch without the help of more than just myself. I ask anyone who is interested to please contact me for more information. I would love to work with anyone who will be a dedicated worker. Questions you might have right off the bat.Will I be given a staff position? -Yes if you do help and are dedicated I would of course offer you a position.How serious is the Virtual Airline? -As I always say it depends on the people, if both staff and pilots are interested in developing vFinnair to be as realistic as possible than we will work towards becoming as realistic as possible.Are you asking for help because you need money? -Not at all, no monitary amount of money will be required, at this point until we get the staff and pilots we will only think about being an all free airline. I am especially looking for someone with European knoweldge. However that is not a requirement to help.Sincerely,Michael Schwartz ( e-mail: [email protected] )<BR clear=all>