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BlueLake Airways SOP

1. Purpose

This document defines the operational, organizational, and procedural standards for BlueLake Airw...

2. Airline Philosophy

BlueLake Airways is a structured, realism-focused virtual airline. Unlike open or “free-fly” virt...

3. Airline Identity

BlueLake Airways operates under the following identifiers: ICAO Code: ULK Callsign: BLUELAKE Th...

4. Pilot Structure & Progression

BlueLake Airways uses a structured progression system based on: Total flight hours General fligh...

5. Training System

Training within BlueLake Airways is focused on operational competence and realism. 5.1 Type Rati...

6. Fleet Concept

BlueLake Airways operates a shared fleet system. This means: Aircraft are centrally managed by t...

7. Flight Operations

7.1 General All flights must be conducted in accordance with: BlueLake SOP Realistic airline pro...

8. Aircraft SOP Integration

Each aircraft type has its own dedicated SOP (e.g. A320 SOP). These documents are: Mandatory Par...

9. ACARS & Flight Logging

All flights must be recorded using the airline’s ACARS system. Flights are subject to: Automatic...

10. VATSIM Requirement

BlueLake Airways is a fully VATSIM-based airline. Mandatory Requirements VATSIM usage is require...

11. Emergencies & Diversions

To maintain realism, diversions are fully supported when justified. Valid reasons include: Techn...

12. Simulator Stability Policy

In case of a simulator crash: The simulator must be restarted The aircraft must be repositioned ...

13. Community & Conduct

BlueLake Airways is not only an operational system, but also a community. All members are expecte...

14. Staff Structure

BlueLake Airways is currently structured into the following areas: CEO Management Flight Operati...

15. Membership Rules

Membership may be terminated if: No activity after joining Misconduct within the community Manip...

16. Final Statement

BlueLake Airways is a: Structured Realistic VATSIM-based Community-driven airline It is designe...