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✈️ LEVANT FIR — Professional ATC Coverage Available
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🌐 Strategic Crossroads of International Aviation
Major overflight corridor linking Europe, Asia, and Gulf regions — one of VATSIM's most unique and rewarding FIRs
📡 Monitored 24/7
🏆 Professional Radar Environment
✈️ Growing International Traffic Hub
🎯 Real-World SIDs & STARs
🇱🇧 Lebanon · 🇸🇾 Syria · 🇮🇶 Iraq
Eastern Mediterranean FIRs

The Gateway Between Europe, Asia & the Gulf

Experience one of VATSIM’s most strategically vital FIRs — at the crossroads of three continents

Lebanon, Syria, and Iraq form one of the most complex and rewarding airspaces on the VATSIM network. Dense international overflight traffic, mountain terrain approaches, and professional controllers delivering real-world phraseology — every flight here is an experience.

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Our Airspace

Live ATC Coverage - Rotating through major airports

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Lebanon

OLBA - Beirut

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Syria

OSDI - Damascus

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Iraq

ORBI - Baghdad

ICAO: ORBI
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Upcoming ATC Coverage

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Fly Levant Today

Beirut, Damascus, Baghdad — the crossroads is waiting

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Controller Network

Ranked by hours on position in the Levant FIR

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Radar Coverage

Sector boundaries, controller ranges, and live sweep simulation

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For Pilots

Professional ATC coverage across the Levant region with realistic procedures and expert controllers. Expect accurate, efficient service that mirrors real-world operations.

  • Real-world SIDs, STARs and procedures
  • Professional radar coverage
  • Coordinated traffic flow
  • Event coverage and special operations
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For Controllers

Join our team and control challenging airspace with comprehensive training and support. We welcome both new and experienced controllers.

  • Structured training program
  • Ground to Center ratings
  • Real-world procedures and SOPs
  • Mentorship from experienced staff
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Events

Participate in exciting events featuring enhanced ATC coverage and coordinated operations across our region.

  • Weekly featured events
  • Full FIR coverage
  • Coordinated traffic management
  • Special procedures and operations
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Your Questions, Answered

Everything you need to know about controlling and flying in Levant airspace

How can I control in Levant?

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Create a ticket on our Discord or message us via the contact facility on the website. We'll guide you through the application and training process.

Which countries does Levant vACC cover?

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Levant vACC provides ATC services for:

  • 🇱🇧 Lebanon - Including OLBA (Beirut), OLRA (Rayak), OLKA (Latakia), Z190 (Hamat Air Base)
  • 🇸🇾 Syria - Including OSDI (Damascus)
  • 🇮🇶 Iraq - Including ORBI (Baghdad), ORER (Erbil), ORMM (Basrah)

Do I need prior ATC experience?

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No prior experience required! We welcome both new and experienced controllers. Training is available for beginners, while experienced controllers can fast-track subject to assessment and VATSIM policy.

What training do you offer?

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We provide structured training in line with VATSIM Global Rating Policy, including:

  • Ground, Tower, Approach & En-Route
  • Local procedures and airspace familiarization
  • Radar and coordination techniques

All training is delivered by approved mentors and instructors.

Can visiting controllers operate in Levant airspace?

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Yes! Visiting controllers are welcome, subject to:

  • Minimum rating requirements
  • Familiarity with local procedures
  • Prior coordination if required

How active is the region?

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We have regular traffic from international and regional flights. Our events attract significant pilot participation, and we're continuously growing our controller base to provide consistent coverage.

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