# Welcome

#### Mission Statement

Air Transat Virtual (TSC Virtual) exists to provide an authentic, engaging, and professional virtual airline experience centered around the operations, fleet, and destinations of Air Transat, fostering a welcoming community for aviation enthusiasts worldwide.

#### Scope

The scope of Air Transat Virtual (TSC Virtual) defines the boundaries and focus of our simulation, ensuring a focused and realistic experience for all members.

##### I. Simulated Operations

TSC Virtual is dedicated to simulating the commercial and operational practices of the real-world Air Transat. This scope includes:

1. **Passenger Flights:** All scheduled routes and seasonal operations relevant to Air Transat's history and current schedule.
2. **Realistic Procedures:** Adherence to established Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), flight planning requirements, and dispatch protocols as closely as simulation limitations allow.
3. **Real-World Integration:** While TSC Virtual is a fictional organization, its operations are grounded in real-world data, including accurate route schedules, aircraft performance, and seasonal network adjustments.

##### II. Fleet and Aircraft

The TSC Virtual fleet encompasses all aircraft models operated by Air Transat, ensuring comprehensive coverage for our pilots:

- **Core Fleet:** The modern, narrow-body (e.g., Airbus A321LR) and wide-body (e.g., Airbus A330-200) aircraft that form the backbone of current operations.
- **Historical Fleet:** Select legacy aircraft that played a significant role in Air Transat’s history, available for historical and special event flights. This includes any wet-leases previously used by Air Transat.
- **Excluded Aircraft:** Aircraft not historically or currently operated by the parent airline are explicitly outside the scope of official TSC operations.

##### III. Global Network

Our operational network mirrors the diverse destinations served by Air Transat:

- **Primary Hubs:** Operations are centered around our primary real-world hubs in Montreal (CYUL) and Toronto (CYYZ).
- **Seasonal Destinations:** Extensive coverage of major vacation destinations in the Caribbean, Mexico, South America and Central America during the winter season.
- **Transatlantic Routes:** Detailed focus on transatlantic operations to Europe (including France, UK, Portugal, etc.) during the summer season.
- **Domestic Coverage:** Inclusion of domestic Canadian routes that support or feed our international network.

##### IV. Community and Engagement

The scope extends beyond flight operations to the administration and community aspect of the Virtual Airline:

- **Pilot Ranking System:** The implementation and maintenance of a clear, progression-based ranking structure that recognizes pilot activity and experience.
- **Training & Resources:** Development and provision of resources, tutorials, and training materials (like this documentation) to enhance pilot knowledge and skills.
- **Online ATC Networks:** Active support and integration with major online Air Traffic Control (ATC) networks (e.g., VATSIM, IVAO) to promote realistic procedural environments.

#### Purpose

The purpose of TSC Virtual and this official documentation is multi-faceted, serving both the administration and the pilot community to ensure a high-quality, standardized, and rewarding virtual airline experience.

##### I. Documentation and Standardization

1. **Centralized Resource:** To serve as the single source of truth for all official TSC Virtual policies, procedures, fleet information, and operational standards.
2. **Consistency Assurance:** To ensure a consistent and professional flying experience across all pilot activity by documenting and enforcing Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).
3. **Governance:** To clearly outline the rules, leadership structure, and expected conduct required for active membership in the TSC Virtual community.

##### II. Pilot Experience and Development

1. **Member Onboarding:** To provide new members with a clear, guided pathway for enrollment, training, and beginning their flight career with TSC Virtual.
2. **Knowledge Enhancement:** To serve as a continuous learning resource, offering in-depth tutorials and references that help pilots improve their virtual aviation skills and realism.
3. **Community Engagement:** To act as a platform for sharing operational news, event details, and historical context, deepening the connection pilots have with the Air Transat brand and the TSC Virtual organization.