CURRENT AS OF 10/12/2025

Standard Operating Procedure for Mirage Airways

1. Introduction

Purpose & Mission

Mirage Airways VA is founded on the principle that flight transcends mere transit; it represents an immersive, professional, and inspiring journey. As a global community of aviation enthusiasts, we are dedicated to:

  • Delivering Realism: We achieve this through adherence to professional procedures, utilization of high-fidelity aircraft, and authentic, real-world routing.

  • Promoting Professionalism: This is upheld in all facets of virtual aviation, from meticulous flight planning to precise air traffic control communication.

  • Fostering Camaraderie: We cultivate a supportive network encompassing pilots, staff, and fellow aviation enthusiasts.

  • Inspiring Growth: We facilitate this through structured training programs, clear opportunities for advancement, and a well-defined ranking system.

  • Encouraging Creativity: This is supported via custom liveries, curated themed events, and community showcases.

  • Engaging the Community: We achieve this through regular events, challenges, and collaborative partnerships.

Regardless of whether one is undertaking their inaugural takeoff or their five-hundredth landing, Mirage Airways VA provides an unparalleled pathway to aviation adventure, where each flight presents an opportunity for learning, connection, and elevated experience..




Scope

This SOP applies to all pilots, staff, and administrators within Mirage Airways.





2. Membership Requirements

2.1 Eligibility & Application

  • Open to anyone passionate about aviation and flight simulation.

  • Members must complete an application form and agree to adhere to airline policies.

  • Members must Join Mirage Airways VA corporate Discord and be active in presence.

2.2 Activity Requirements

  • Pilots must log at least two (2) company route flights monthly to remain active. (free flight not accepted for member credit)

  • Inactivity over 30 days without notification may result in suspension.

  • Third suspension occurrence will result in loss of membership and MAL ID NUMBER you will also lose guest privileges in our Discord and properties M HUB, FLIGHTLINQ,and FSHUB. To be reviewed for reinstating you must submit your email to Mirage leadership - hr@flymirageva.com

  • For leaves of absence exceeding 90 days, contact @MHMTEAM in Mirage Airways VA corporate discord for approval.

  • Be active in presence in Mirage Airways Discord for communication purposes and all the latest news and events.


2.3 Code of Conduct

  • All members must display respect and professionalism within the airline.

  • Communication should remain courteous, constructive, and aviation-focused.

  • Violations may result in disciplinary action.

3. Flight Operations

3.1 Approved Flight Simulators

Pilots must use one of the following approved platforms:

  • Microsoft Flight Simulator (MSFS) 2020 or 2024

  • X Plane 12

  • Prepar3D

  • FSX

3.2 Flight Planning

  • All flights must be planned using SimBrief, Navigraph, or SkyVector.

  • Pilots must check weather, airport restrictions, and ATC availability before departure.

  • Noise abatement procedures and real-world routing must be followed.

3.3 Aircraft Assignment

  • Flightlinq Pilots must fly an aircraft that is stated for there route and capable of completing the flight.

  • FSHUB PILOTS are allowed to fly an aircraft within the Mirage fleet or similar

  • Aircraft operations must reflect realistic fuel calculations, weight distribution, and flight dynamics.



3.4 ATC Communication

  • Pilots are encouraged to fly on VATSIM or IVAO for real-time ATC services.

  • Pilots are encouraged to use Say Intentions AI or BeyondATC for simulated ATC services.

  • Proper aviation phraseology must be used for all communications.

4. Ranking & Promotion System

4.1 FSHUB Pilot Ranks

  • New Hire: 0 hours

  • Second Officer: 25 hours + 

  • First Officer: 75 hours +

  • Senior FO:150 hours +

  • Captain: 250 hours +

  • Chief Captain: 500 hours 

Based on PIREP’s recorded in FShub MCARS system.

4.1a FLIGHTLINQ Pilot Ranks

  • New Hire: 0 hours

  • Second Officer/Reserve: 25 hours + 

  • First Officer: 75 hours +

  • Senior FO:150 hours +

  • Captain: 500 hours +

  • Senior Captain: 1000 hours

  • Chief Pilot Trainer: 1800 hours / appointed within discord with interview

  • Incoming pilots may transfer flight hours with proof of hours from previous VA or flight log etc or give us your numbers through discord orientation.

4.2 Promotion Criteria

  • Pilots are promoted based on flight hours, professionalism, and SOP adherence.

  • Additional training sessions may be required for advancements.

5. Staff Roles & Responsibilities

5.1 Leadership Team

  • CEO & Executives: Oversee operations, partnerships, and airline growth.

    5.1a Operations TEAM @mirage operations

  • MIRAGE HUB MANAGERS TEAM: Manage hubs in the Mirage network and pilot assignments.

5.2 Training & Events Team

  • Chief Pilot/Instructors: Conduct training sessions for new pilots.

  • Event Coordinators/MHM TEAM: Plan group flights, competitions, and challenges.






6. Flight Logging & PIREPs

6.1 Flight Logging

  • Pilots must submit PIREPs (Pilot Reports) after each completed flight.

  • New Pilots must complete there first flight in 7 days from being hired through FLIGHTLINQ

  • Flight logs are maintained through Mirage Airways’ virtual airline platform FLIGHTLINQ MCARS(MSFS2020 &2024)and FSHUB MCARS (XBOX,P3d, and FSX), Contact @mhmteam for setup/orientation in Mirage Airways VA Discord

Xbox Users are responsible for sending screenshot or photo of MSFS 2020 or 2024 Logbook showing Mirage Company Route with departure and destination flight completion that matches in fshub manual pirep, also a screenshot or photo of the 4simmers Landing rate results (FPM) Vertical speed to there respective Crew base in The Mirage Airways VA Discord channel (XBOX MANUAL PIREP MAILBOX) or you can contact a MHMTEAM MGR in Mirage Airways VA Discord @MHMTEAM. You may use your phone to take a photo of the 4lrm information and upload the photo to your base Xbox mailbox through your phone(easiest way).

  • Xbox users are also responsible for submitting a manual pirep in FS HUB in order to get credit for there flight and flight approval.

  • FPM must be no more than -600 FPM dangerous 

  • FPM in the dangerous sector with too many occurrences will result in coaching and training support in the training headquarters

    6.1a Exception to Leadership Team Staff going flightside (ATP)

  • STAFF ARE ALLOWED TO GO FLIGHTSIDE AND FLY FOR MIRAGE AIRWAYS VA AS A ATP PILOT

  • must adhere to Mirage SOP in FLIGHTLINQ AND FSHUB

  • remain active in Mirage Airways VA Corporate Discord in presence.

  • 2 company routes must be flown monthly

  • must contact @MHMTEAM in Mirage Airways VA Discord if first time going flightside

  • flights must be logged respectively to either Flightlinq and or FSHUB

  • must adhere to SOP procedures and submit as to where MHM TEAM MGR MAY REVIEW FOR ANY ISSUES.

  • In flightlinq you must book your company routes in the flight operation center(preferred)not free flight. Free flight is for your own flying adventure and data wise does not help the Airline. We have our support team ready to help book your flight with you in our discord if you have any difficulty.

  • Contact @MHMTEAM in our discord for help with booking in Flightlinq

6.2 Validation & Penalties

  • Mirage Airways emphasizes realism and strict adherence to Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) during flight reviews.

  • Non-compliance with SOPs (e.g., exceeding speed limits below FL100, failing to load Flightlinq & or FSHUB LRM) will result in PIREP rejection.

  • Improper flight behavior, such as excessive speed or unrealistic maneuvers, may also lead to PIREP rejection.

  • Manual PIREPs in FSHUB will ONLY be accepted for XBOX users

  • Pilots have the option to discuss PIREP rejections with a MHM TEAM MGR

  • New Pilots must complete there first flight in 7 days from being hired through FLIGHTLINQ

    6.2a FlIGHTLINQ MCARS Violations

  • Excessive taxi speed in Flightlinq over 24kts will be a violation and calls for coach and counseling, more than two occurrences will lead to a Review with our ASM Aviation Safety MGR and MHM TEAM MGR

  • Airspeed >250 under 10k

  • Landing Lights not on under 10K or on over 10K

  • Beacon Lights off with engine running

  • Gear and/or Flaps not configured for landing

  • There are also other items that can contribute to your score such as a hard landing, bounces, etc.

  • Processing Summary

    ✓ Auto-Approve: Landing ≥ -600 fpm, Score ≥ 80%, Pause ≤ 30 min, Sim Rate ≤ 2x

    ⚬ Manual Review: All other PIREPs will require admin review

  • You must not pause for more than 30 mins.

  • make sure you are capable of completing the flight before booking it.

  • sim rate must not exceed 2x


7. Disciplinary Actions

7.1 Violation Categories

  • Minor Infractions: Warnings issued for flight inaccuracies.

  • Major Infractions: Temporary suspension for repeated offenses.

  • Severe Misconduct: Immediate removal from the virtual airline.

7.2 Appeals Process

  • Members can submit appeals for disciplinary actions.

  • Appeals are reviewed within 72 hours.

8. Community Engagement & Events

8.1 Monthly Challenges

  • Special flight challenges including:

  • Long-haul endurance flights

  • Emergency response scenarios

  • ATC coordination events on VATSIM and SayIntentions AI Skynet


8.2 Group Flights & Social Engagement

  • Regularly scheduled group flights and meetups via Discord.

  • Social media showcases for flight experiences and shared aviation knowledge.

8.3 Partnerships & Collaborations

Mirage Airways collaborates with flight simulation developers and other virtual airlines.