VATSIM Elite Wings
| Airport(s) | FHAW,FHSH |
|---|---|
| Started | 2025-05-03 18:00 |
| Ended | 2025-05-03 22:00 |
| Total movements | 47 |
RAF Ascension Island (FHAW)
Departures: 24 Arrivals: 0
Saint Helena Airport (FHSH)
Departures: 2 Arrivals: 21
Think you’ve got what it takes to handle complex airspace and high-traffic operations? Elite Wings is here to put your skills to the test!
On May 3rd, starting at 18 UTC, this edition offers an exhilarating journey from Ascension Island (FHAW) to Saint Helena (FHSH), featuring two unique airports with rich histories and distinct challenges. This isn’t just a flight—it’s an experience.
Depart from Wideawake Airfield, also known as RAF Ascension Island, is a military airfield jointly operated by the Royal Air Force and the United States Space Force. Established during World War II, it played a crucial role in transatlantic flights and anti-submarine operations. Pilots departing from this airfield should be vigilant of the surrounding hilly terrain and weather!
Then, brace for Saint Helena Airport, opened in 2016, located on a remote island in the South Atlantic Ocean. The airport's construction was a significant engineering feat, involving the filling of a valley with approximately 800 million pounds of rock and soil to create a flat runway. Pilots should prepare themselves for challenging approaches due to the airport's location and the region's unpredictable wind conditions.
To maintain a structured and realistic flow of traffic, slot booking is mandatory. Make sure to reserve your departure time here in advance so you can participate.
Bring your A-game, because controllers will expect you to be sharp with procedures and quick with readbacks. If you're ready for a realistic, high-traffic challenge, this is the event for you. The skies are waiting—are you up for it?