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Today, the Edelweiss Virtual Association is holding its 8th Annual General Meeting. During this important event, members will reflect on the past year, make key decisions, and set future goals for the association. The General Meeting is a pivotal moment where the community comes together to shape...

We are excited to announce that our virtual pilots can now enjoy an even more realistic cockpit experience! The new Simbrief OFP design is now available and can be accessed directly through our Electronic Flight Bag (EFB). This updated design brings enhanced features and a more precise...

Dear members, This is an important announcement for all members of Edelweiss Virtual Association: Our 9th General Assembly will take place on November 2, 2024, online via our Discord server. Attendance at this meeting is mandatory. This announcement does not apply to free pilots. If you are unable...

Next year, Edelweiss Air will reach a significant milestone in fleet modernization: the first of six Airbus A350-900 aircraft will begin operations in April 2025. This state-of-the-art aircraft will not only enhance efficiency but also elevate the travel experience for our virtual pilots to a new...

We are excited to announce that we have introduced an innovative communication system at Edelweiss Virtual, revolutionizing the connection between the EDWv headquarters and the cockpit. Starting now, the TELEX Communication System is available to all interested pilots. What is TELEX Communication?...

Maiden Flight to Colombia! Yesterday, we marked a significant milestone at Zurich Airport, as the Airbus A340, under the command of Captain Lukas and his dedicated crew, embarked on a nonstop journey to Bogotá, with further stops in Cartagena. Secure your seats now! We'll be operating nonstop...

Edelweiss Virtual, a renowned virtual airline, has achieved yet another milestone in its journey. Since its inception in 2016, it has been the long-standing goal of its founders to be recognized by the international flight simulation community. After joining the Vatsim network in 2019, we are...

Edelweiss is taking over the aircraft with the registration HB-JLP from its sister company Swiss and will deploy it for short- and medium-haul flights from Zurich starting in the summer of 2024. The aircraft is just under 13 years old. With the additional Airbus A320, Edelweiss will operate a...

We are delighted to announce that Edelweiss Virtual is now an official partner of the VATSIM network organization. VATSIM is the world's largest virtual aviation network, providing flight simulation enthusiasts with a comprehensive and realistic experience. Through the partnership with VATSIM,...

Edelweiss Virtual, the virtual airline operating flight simulators, today announced the introduction of Airport Information Sheets. These new features allow pilots to access detailed information about the destination airport to make the flight experience more realistic. Airport Information Sheets...