Lease Aircraft
Posted by Mark Goodhind on 31/10/2011
Hi All,
Trust everyone is getting to grips with and enjoying the VA.
We are due to start to receive our 777s shortly, however, we have the routes operational, should you choose to fly these routes, then we do have 1x leased 767-300 ER and 1x DC10-30 that we are using to cover these routes, any other for that matter. Should you submit a PIREP, please choose the model (shown as a Leased AC) from the drop down list and file your PIREP accordingly. These Aircraft (Subject to usage) will remain with the fleet until their lease expire's and or we deem them uneconomical to fly.
Dont forget if you already have another 777 in your files, then by all means fly with that and submit under any of the registered 777s that are on our system.
Happy landings
Virtual Caledonian
Fleet update
Posted by Richard McLellan on 22/05/2011
The fleet will consist of 737-800, 737-900ER and 777-200.
We are in the process of finalising designs for the aircraft.
The management
Welcome to Virtual Caledonian
Posted by Richard McLellan on 22/03/2010
Welcome to our new Virtual airline "Virtual Caledonian".
Our Virtual Airline has been formed as a tribute to the former real world airlines, “British Caledonian” and “Caledonian”. Our hubs are at Glasgow and Heathrow with a “sub” hub service available from Stansted. Our route structure is mainly European, however, expansion is on the horizon. Our fleet will consist of the latest "NG" Boeing aircraft, consisting of 737-800s, 900s and 777-200s.
We started "Virtual Caledonian" as we found that other VAs were all very similar in there working practice and so we decided that it would be a breath of fresh air to just have a airline that’s not "OTT" in its look, therefore here at "Virtual Caledonian" you will find that your hard work, time and dedication will not be strangled by rules and regulations after all, you as a virtual pilot want to be able to fly not be bogged down, its your time, your hobby enjoy it with us. You are able to fly a multitude of routes with different aircraft from our fleet, All we ask in return is that you fly our aircraft on our routes and be honest in your PIREP'S.....Thats it.! We have a forum where you are able to chat about any thing you like, we will listen to route requests and suggestions as well as your ideas that will help "Virtual Caledonian" move forwards as we become larger and as you will read in a moment there’s the very real chance your suggested route could happen quicker than you think.!!,
ACARS.
We have introduced ACARS for your use and this will enable you, the pilot, to view your progress through the ranks, look at your earnings, see what turns out to be your most used aircraft and a multitude of other great things, it will provide you with little surprises at certain points in your career with us, so keep a eye out on your hours submitted. All our available routes are to be found by clicking "Bid for a route" or "Routes". Filling out a PIREP could not be easier, just click on "Submit PIREP" in your profile and follow the on screen instructions, once you have finished, check them and then hit "Submit"....Simple.
If you have any queries or suggestions, then post up in the "ACARS" section of our forum. This is where you will be able to post and chat to other pilots as well as submit your questions or suggestions.
Our principles have been outlined below by our Managing Director and Operations Director, this gives you some insight into the formation and core values of "Virtual Caledonian".
Mr Richard Mclellan, Company founder and MD, Stated;
"The airlines mission will be to offer the cost conscious air traveler and business passenger alike, the opportunity to have a relaxing and traditional journey with ourselves as we have reverted to "old school" airline practices that show the passenger that air travel does not have to be a chore and moreover expensive, we have looked long and hard at our service commitment and have undertaken countless passenger surveys that have lead us to believe that the offer of a, low cost, high quality service that includes meals and drinks, with a baggage allowance of 25kgs per passenger plus the the choice of allocated seating, for a starting price of just £49 pounds. This is a service that we feel is needed as opposed to "No frills" approach that has seen many new start airlines fold under the pressure of costs against revenue, we feel that this service will appeal to the passenger and will allow our aircraft to fly at full capacity as opposed to half full and at a loss"
Mr Mark Goodhind, Fleet/Operations director added;
"Our fleet, that’s been procured, will serve the airline and routes that we operate well, this, along with the news, that after talks with ICFL, we are pleased to announce our order for the acquisition of 4 new Boeing 777-200s, will mean, having acquired these long range fuel efficiant aircraft, will enable us to service the US and Asia pacific regions along with the African continent. We, at Caledonian, looked long and hard at what fleet we would utilise and after extensive research, decided on a "Single manufacturer" fleet and that manufacturer we are pleased to say is “Boeing”. This decision has been taken as it stands us well in terms of service, reliability, running cost and maintenance costs, as all the aircraft are "Contract maintained" via ICFL through the use of GB Air-services ltd whom have facilities at London and Glasgow".
We hope that you enjoy your time with us and wish you the very best in you career here at "Virtual Caledonian".
Remember, its your VA too!
HR.Dept