Your Gateway to Virtual Aviation
Fly, control, and experience the most realistic virtual airspace in the UK & Ireland.
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Join IVAO in 3 Easy Steps
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.
Download clientsFly or Control with XU
Connect to the network, fly into UK & Ireland airspace, or begin your ATC training journey with us.
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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
Get Started
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.
Link AccountNetwork Dashboard
Real-time overview of activity in XU airspace
Online Controllers
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What's Happening
Upcoming Events
Don't miss out
Ops: London City
EGLC
26 Apr 2026
17:00Z - 20:00Z
SO - VE Day
EGKH, LFRS
08 May 2026
17:30Z - 20:30Z
Shamrock Skies
EICK, EIDW, EINN
17 May 2026
17:00Z - 20:00Z
Ops: Newcastle
EGNT
31 May 2026
17:00Z - 20:00Z
Upcoming Training
Level up your skills
Approach Controller
18 Apr 2026
19:00z – 21:00z
EGKK (Gatwick)
EGKK_APP (126.825 MHz)
Aerodrome Controller
21 Apr 2026
18:00z – 20:00z
EGSS (Stansted)
EGSS_TWR (123.805 MHz)
News & Notices
Stay informed with the latest from XU
Latest NOTAMs
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Community
Virtual Airlines
Military
Special Operations Groups
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Featured Tours
British Airways Supersonic Tour
Start: 01 May 2025
End: 01 May 2028
UK Glider Tour 2025
Start: 01 May 2025
End: 01 May 2026
Amy Johnson Pioneer Tour
Start: 31 Jan 2025
End: 31 Jan 2028
DHL Cargo Tour 2026
Start: 06 Jan 2026
End: 31 Jan 2027
All Stars Defending Champions Tour 2026
Start: 06 Jan 2026
End: 31 Jan 2027
Long Haul Tour 2026
Start: 06 Jan 2026
End: 31 Jan 2027
Partnerships
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