Why Etihad Airways Virtual?
Etihad Airways Virtual is a certified member of GCC Virtuals — the Gulf Operations Network that brings the region's leading virtual airlines together under one crew center. Fly real-world Etihad Airways routes with live ACARS tracking, advanced pilot systems, and a welcoming community on VATSIM and IVAO.
Live ACARS
Automatic tracking
Every flight is tracked in real time through vmsACARS. Hours, routes, and progress are logged automatically while you focus on flying the operation.
Real Schedules
Gulf route network
Hundreds of routes mirror the real Etihad Airways network. Fly regional hops and long-haul sectors from OMAA with schedules kept current across the Gulf and beyond.
Community
Pilots online
Join group flights, connect on Discord, and fly with pilots across the GCC Virtuals network on IVAO and VATSIM — United Arab Emirates's flag carrier inside a wider Gulf community.
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Supported Simulators
Fly with whatever platform you prefer. Our ACARS client connects to MSFS, X-Plane, and Prepar3D — just install, launch, and your flights are tracked automatically across VATSIM and IVAO.
MSFS 2020 / 2024
The most visually stunning flight simulator available. Photorealistic scenery, live weather, and seamless ACARS integration make it the flagship choice for GCC Virtuals pilots flying Gulf long-haul and regional routes.
X-Plane 11 / 12
Industry-leading flight model accuracy trusted by real-world pilots and aviation professionals. Ideal for procedural airline workflows, systems-deep aircraft, and realistic long-haul operations on VATSIM and IVAO.
Prepar3D v4 / v5
A mature platform with a massive add-on ecosystem and airline-style SOPs. Trusted by the virtual aviation community for years — proven, stable, and fully compatible with our ACARS client for automatic flight logging.
Operations Desk
See every GCC Virtuals flight as it happens. Route progress, aircraft position, altitude, and network status — all in one live console.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Everything you need to know about joining, flying, and progressing through GCC Virtuals.
Register at crew.gccvas.org with your pilot details, simulator setup, and network information. When you join GCC Virtuals you get access to every airline in the Gulf Operations Network — including Etihad Airways Virtual — with one crew center, shared ranks, and the same ACARS workflow. Staff review applications before you receive login details.
Apply nowGCC Virtuals supports the main desktop platforms used by virtual airline pilots, with ACARS tracking available for modern simulator setups and legacy platforms where supported.
Yes. All flights must be completed online while connected to IVAO or VATSIM, matching the professional operations standard used across GCC Virtuals. Pilots must also complete at least three flights per month to keep their account active.
View rulesGCC Virtuals gives pilots one shared crew center with six Gulf airline identities, each offering its own route style, fleet feel, and regional character:
Your rank grows through logged flight hours, online activity, and airline requirements. Keep flying scheduled operations, remain in good standing, and progress toward additional aircraft, routes, and pilot privileges. See ranks for detail.
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ETIHAD Virtual?
Join a professional virtual airline community built around Gulf operations, realistic flying, and a clean crew experience for every pilot.
Partners & networks
ETIHAD Virtual & ETIHAD Virtual & GCC Virtuals works with the best platforms and tools that keep online flying connected, briefed, and realistic.
