The long-anticipated Pegasus (online Automated Operations System) comes online March 18, 2002 after a planning period of over 1 year. It replaces the client-side only ESOM (Eurostar Systems Operations Manage), introduced in early 1998. Pegasus will be updated frequently with new functions. Eventually, it is expected to offer more than 60 pilot and management functions. To log-in, click here

Eurostar at the Birmingham Flight Simulation Exhibition

The 8th annual European Computer Flight Simulation Exhibition held in Birmingham, UK was an opportunity for various flight simulation development companies to exhibit their latest products. These companies include Aerosoft GMBH, Copycat controls, Thrustmaster and Saitek plc. Other participants included scenery developers and a few virtual airlines, including Eurostar Aviation, which was represented by vice-chairman, Stephen Cooke

Planning Director Joins the Board

Mark Krakowski has joined the Board of Director, as Director of Planning. Mark brings many new ideas to our virtual airline, and is contributing to a new Eurostar Aviation Ownership Scheme

Simclienst releases SquawkBox 2.3.5 for Microsoft Flight Simulator 2002

Simclients has completed the latest version of Squawkbox, v. 2.3.5, compatible with the new FS2002. You can download here

Eurostar Aviation will soon take delivery of Next Generation Boeing 737 aircraft, series -600 by the Allied FS Group, to gradually replace the classic 737-300 which has served the airline since 1996

Ilham Sayil becomes Fleet Director

Eurostar Cargo boss, Ilham Sayil, has recently taken responsiblity of the Fleet Department. Working closely with Chief Pilot Jan Vilijen on aircraft testing, he will soon submit a new fleet plan to the management . Special emphasis is being placed on flight dynamics, visual quality and extras, such as night illumination effects, moving parts, etc..

Microsoft Announces new Online Magazine [announcement by FlightSim.com]



This new online magazine for sim pilots was created and developed by the Flight Simulator development team, and will appeal to everyone from beginning students to seasoned virtual airline captains.

Each issue includes tips, behind-the-scenes features, how-to articles, and fun activities that challenge pilots. The Flight Simulator team also draws upon the expertise of key aviation partners such as Jeppesen, AOPA, Rod Machado, King Schools, and Patty Wagstaff. These professionals bring authoritative, practical information to Flight Simulator pilots who want to expand their knowledge of the real world of aviation and apply new skills to virtual flying. As the official site for software development kits (SDKs) and related information for add-on developers, Flight Simulator Insider also helps those who expand the Flight Simulator experience for their fellow virtual aviators. Click here to read