# Syrian Virtual Airline (SVA)

> Syrian Virtual Airline is an independent virtual aviation organization and community celebrating the historic civil aviation heritage of the Syrian Arab Republic across modern flight simulators (Microsoft Flight Simulator, X-Plane, and Prepar3D) on VATSIM, IVAO, and vAMSYS networks.

## Organization Details
- Entity Type: Non-profit Virtual Aviation Community & Flight Simulation Group
- Founded: 2026
- Networks: VATSIM, IVAO, vAMSYS
- Disclaimer: Independent simulation group; not affiliated with the real-world Syrian Airlines / Syrian Arab Airlines.

## Main Flight Operations
- Primary Hub: Damascus International Airport (IATA: DAM, ICAO: OSDI)
  - Runways: 05R/23L (3,600m) & 05L/23R (3,000m)
  - Elevation: 2,020 ft
- Northern Hub: Aleppo International Airport (IATA: ALP, ICAO: OSAP)
  - Runway: 09/27 (3,110m)
  - Elevation: 1,276 ft
- Route Network: Regional Middle East (Beirut, Cairo, Amman, Baghdad, Dubai, Kuwait, Doha) and European/Mediterranean scheduled charters.

## Virtual Fleet
- Aircraft Type: Airbus A320-200
- Engines: CFM56-5B4
- Typical Configuration: 156 passengers (Single or Dual Class)
- Dispatch: Custom SimBrief OFP airframe profiles and Pegasus ACARS automated logging.

## Joining & Requirements
- Flight simulator software: MSFS 2020/2024, X-Plane 11/12, or P3D.
- Network accounts: VATSIM, IVAO, or offline via vAMSYS tracking.
- Training: Beginner-friendly with rank progression from Cadet to Senior Captain.

## Official Resources
- Website: https://syrianva.com
- Operations & Hubs: https://syrianva.com/operations
- Fleet Specifications: https://syrianva.com/fleet
- About & History: https://syrianva.com/about
- Pilot FAQ: https://syrianva.com/faq
- Vacancies: https://syrianva.com/vacancies
- Contact: https://syrianva.com/contact
- Privacy Policy: https://syrianva.com/privacy
- Terms & Conditions: https://syrianva.com/terms
- Cookie Policy: https://syrianva.com/cookies