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Who are the Virtual Snowbirds?

 

The Virtual Snowbirds are a group of highly motivated individuals who have come together to replicate the Canadian Forces Snowbirds. Members of the Virtual Snowbirds come with a varying degree of aviation experience from Aviation enthusiasts to Commercial and Military pilots. The team strives to emulate the teamwork, professionalism and flying of the Canadian Forces and the Canadian Forces Snowbirds. 
 

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What is expected of those joining the team

The Virtual Snowbirds are always looking for individuals who have the desire to be a part of a highly motivated team. We seek those who don’t only have the skills but the desire and work ethic to master one of the most difficult aspects of flight simulation. Virtual Snowbirds members are expected to attend all weekly training events listed below. They are expected to study, train and review previous flights on their own time. Members are open to fair and reasonable criticism during team debriefs. 

 

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Experienced vs. Inexperienced
 

Those interested in a flight position (Snowbirds 2-9) are expected to have a  moderate amount of formation experience in DCS World. Those who have little to no formation experience are encouraged to apply and can expect if selected to be offered a challenging and rewarding opportunity within the team. Advancement is never out of the question. To date, 4  members of the Virtual Snowbirds diamond have joined with little to no experience with Flight Simulation formation aerobatic experience. The people who want it the most are the people who end up with a “virtual” red suite. 

 

Core Requirements

  • DCS World (latest release) - Free download here.

  • HOTAS Controls (Thrustmaster, VIRPIL, WIN-WING etc.).

  • Head Tracking (VR Headset, TrackIR or equivalent) 

  • Must meet training requirements and must be located in North America 

  • Must be able to communicate clearly in English.

  • Minimum age limit of 18 years. Younger applicants will not be processed.

All pilots of the Virtual Snowbirds mut attend three practice sorties a week. Training Events take place Sunday, Monday, and Tuesday. 

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21:00 - Members start arriving for practice 

21:15 - Flight Training Starts
22:30 - Flight Training Ends
22:35 - Debrief Begins

23:15 - Practice Ends

*All Times are Eastern Time (ET)
 

Have you previously applied to the Virtual Snowbirds?

Equipment

List your Speedtest.net results using the Halifax, NS server location.                   (Do not use decimal points when submitting speed test)

Have you flown Digital Combat Simulator (DCS) before?

About You

How many days per week on average would you be available? (i.e. not only participate in flying but conduct administrative work and other team activites, etc.)

Flying Experience

Do you have any formation aerobatic experience within DCS?
Are you a licensed pilot or have real world experience?
Have you ever been on a DCS Formation aerobatic team before?
Have you ever flown at a live Virtual Airshow event?
Are you willing to sign an NDA (Non-Disclosure Agreement) with the Virtual Snowbirds, should you be selected?

By clicking "Apply Now", I hereby affirm that the above noted is true and I acknowledge that any false information can lead to dismissal from the Virtual Snowbirds.​

Thanks for applying!

Once we've reviewed your application and made sure the requirements are met, our recruiting officer will contact you.

Best wishes from the Virtual Snowbirds.

Apply Here

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