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Fly, control, and experience the most realistic virtual airspace in the UK & Ireland.
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Create your free account and start flying or controlling in the UK & Ireland today.
Create an IVAO Account
Head to IVAO.aero and register for a free account. It takes less than 2 minutes.
Register on IVAODownload the Software
Install the free IVAO client (IvAc for ATC or your preferred pilot client) to connect to the network.
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About Our Division
Welcome to IVAO XU
We are a free to use, friendly network and we pride ourselves in putting our members first. We offer an 'as real as it gets' experience – providing real time air traffic control services for some of the busiest airspace in the world.
We organise regular events and provide training to teach you how to provide ATC or help you get the most out of flying on IVAO.
Realistic Airspace
Real-world procedures and airspace structure
Free to Join
No cost, no subscription required
Active Community
Events, group flights & Discord
24/7 Support
Dedicated staff always available
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Begin Your Journey
Whether you want to fly or control, getting started is easy. Join our Discord community, download the required software, and take to the skies.
Explore Getting StartedLink Your Discord
Connect your IVAO account to our Discord server to receive your roles automatically.
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Real-time overview of activity in XU airspace
Online Controllers
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What's Happening
Upcoming Events
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World Cup Send Off
EGKK
10 Jun 2026
17:00Z - 20:00Z
Destination Dubai
EGCC, EGLL, OMDB
19 Jun 2026
11:00Z - 13:00Z
Summer Skies: VFR
EGKR, EGSG, EGGW, EGTK
26 Jun 2026
17:00Z - 21:00Z
Ops: Southend
EGMC
04 Jul 2026
17:00Z - 20:00Z
Bagpipes & Bicycles
EGPH, EHAM
14 Jul 2026
18:00Z - 21:00Z
SO - Fairford Airshow 2026
EGVA
26 Jul 2026
13:00Z - 17:00Z
Upcoming Training
Level up your skills
Approach Controller (APC)
05 Jun 2026
18:00z – 19:30z
EGKK (Gatwick)
EGKK_APP (126.825 MHz)
Aerodrome Controller (ADC)
06 Jun 2026
16:00z – 18:00z
EGSS (Stansted)
EGSS_TWR (123.805 MHz)
Approach Controller (APC)
08 Jun 2026
18:00z – 20:00z
EGKK (Gatwick)
EGKK_APP (126.825 MHz)
News & Notices
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Latest NOTAMs
Pilots are advised that only 'Approved' aircraft will be permitted to take-off/land at City Airport due to the steep nature of terrain, glide path and obstacles. Examples of approved aircraft are E170/190/E2 series / A220 (BCS1/BCS3) / ATR45 / ATR75(6). Further private approved jets: https://privatejetcentre.londoncityairport.com/services/approved-aircraft Aircraft not meeting the approved specification will be refused a clearance and diverted to an appropriate alternate airport. If flying a divisional tour / world tour leg, you must also comply with that specific rule "must be an appropriate aircraft". Aircraft not meeting these criteria will be denied clearance and diverted. This also applies to divisional and world tour legs — aircraft must be suitable for EGLC.
Centers: EGTL (London Terminal Control)
Airports: EGLC (London City)
RESTRICTED AREA (TEMPORARY) ACTIVE (DUXFORD). WI 2.2NM RADIUS OF PSN 520528N 0000757E. APPLIES TO ALL ACFT INCLUDING ANY SMALL BALLOON, ANY KITE, ANY UAS AND ANY PARACHUTE INCLUDING A PARASCENDING PARACHUTE OR PARAMOTOR. DOES NOT APPLY TO ANY ACFT FLYING IN ACCORDANCE WITH EXCEPTIONS STATED IN THE AIC. AIC M057/2026 WITH CHART, REFERS. FURTHER DETAILS WWW.NATS.AERO/AIS. RESTRICTION OF FLYING REGULATIONS MADE UNDER ARTICLE 239 OF THE AIR NAV ORDER 2016. AR-2026-2104/01.
Centers: EGVV (Swanwick Military)
Airports: EGSU (Duxford)
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Featured Tours
VFR Skills Tour 2026
Start: 06 Jan 2026
End: 31 Jan 2027
XU VFR Grand Tour
Start: 21 Jun 2025
End: 01 Aug 2026
Pilot Training Tour 2026
Start: 01 May 2026
End: 01 May 2027
easyJet Winter Ops 2026
Start: 06 Jan 2026
End: 31 Mar 2027
Jet2 Summer Tour 2026
Start: 30 May 2026
End: 30 Jun 2027
Amy Johnson Pioneer Tour
Start: 31 Jan 2025
End: 31 Jan 2028
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