1. Create an IVAO account

If you haven’t done so already, you should now create an IVAO account. Make sure you read and understand all the instructions when signing up. Ensure that you select the Hungary division as your division. You can create your IVAO account here.

2. Download & install the software

To fly online, you’ll need to install the following software:

IvAp is the Virtual Pilot Client. This is the software that connects your flight simulator to the network. Users of FSX can download the FSX version, and X-Plane users can download X-IvAp.

IvAe gives an overview of the live network without having to connect. You can obtain information about flights in progress, ATC positions online, METAR’s, events, scheduling, network statistics and much more.

3. Preparation

To fly, you don’t need to be an aviation expert. However, it is important that:

• You are already familiar with your flight simulator software (e.g.FS2004, FSX, X-Plane, etc.)
• You are comfortable flying with the aircraft you want to use on IVAO.
• You have a basic understanding of Air Traffic Control and have read the IvAp manual. This will prepare you for your first theory exam.
• You read the basic manuals found on our website to have tha basic knowledge of aviation.

If you have any doubts about any of these points, it would be best to ask for advice before attempting to fly.

4. Guidelines

Ensure that you have read and understood the guidelines for flying (as well as the main IVAO R&R).

5. Connect

Here are some tips you may find useful when it is time to make your first connection to the network:

• Use an aircraft which you know well and are comfortable with.
• Position your aircraft on the apron of a parking position away from the runway. Do not connect to the network parked on the runway, for obvious reasons.
• Indicate in your flight plan comments that this is your first connection. If the air traffic controllers aren’t too busy, they will be more than happy to help you.

The IVAO community is friendly, informative and laid back. Dont worry about making a fool of yourself – You won’t. Everyone had to start somewhere. Be sure to sign up to our forum and launch yourself into the world that is IVAO.

See you online!