SVA Operations

Within Specialist Virtual Aviation we have a number of diffrent type of operations we aim to replicate on the VATSIM network. Below is a brief outline of each of them. For more information join us.

SVA is a VATSIM VSOA, with that we operate restriced activities that require additional training and approval. Offshore medical Evactuation, Military Range Surveys and Weather Research flights as listed below all follow the approved training plan before any flight may happen.

VSOA - Offshore Operations

Around the world the offshore industry has a unique way of getting to and from work only seen in a few other places. We aim to replicate that on the VATSIM network. Operating in challenging maritime environments, these missions involve the safe and precise transport of personnel and cargo to offshore platforms, vessels, and windfarms, often in demanding weather conditions. Our offshore operations form a backbone to SVA, working as a VATSIM VSOA, our Medical Evacuation missions are a primary part of what we do and as such all SVA Offshore pilots undergo training approved by the DSO and DDSO to make sure we meet the depanding standards..

Some of our operators are:

  • Bel Air
  • KN Helicopters
  • Uni-Fly
  • NHC Northern Helicopters
  • Heliservice
  • HTM Group
  • Heli Holland
  • CHC
  • Bristow
  • AirLift
  • Lufttransport
  • OHS Aviation
  • GAMA Bond Helicopters

VSOA - Survey & Weather Operations

Survey flying represents a precision-focused specialist role within aviation, combining accurate aircraft handling with detailed navigation and systems management. By far the largest part of SVA VSOA, Survey flying involves working on behalf of goverment, military, public and private operators. Working in tight controlled airspace, and having the ability to close some airspace for our military survey and weather research operations means our SVA Survey pilots follow a strict training plan and all activies are approved by the VSOA DSO to ensure we meet vatsim standards and push SVA to be one of the best survey and research VSOA's on the network.

Some of our operators are:

  • RVL Aviation
  • Ravenair
  • DEA Aviation
  • Flight Calibration Services Ltd
  • Bioflight
  • 2Excel Aviation
  • Fotoflite
  • Thales UK

TV, Film & Charter

All pilots at SVA can fly TV, film, and charter and showcase the more dynamic and versatile side of specialist aviation, where adaptability and precise aircraft handling are key. These operations include aerial filming, photography, media support, and bespoke charter flights, often conducted to tight schedules and exact visual requirements. From smooth, stable platforms for filming to flexible point-to-point transport for clients and crews, these missions demand professionalism, situational awareness, and close coordination with other airspace users.

Some of our operators are:

  • Flying TV
  • GB Helicopters
  • The Aerial Film Company
  • PDG Helicopters
  • A2B HELI (CHARTERS) LTD
  • Castle Air
  • Gama Aviation
  • Saxon Air
  • RVL Aviation
  • Sliver Aviation
  • Thunder Aviation
  • Sovereign Business Jets

Infrastructure

Infrastructure flying supports the inspection, construction, and maintenance of critical assets that keep modern society moving. These specialist operations include powerline and pipeline patrols, road and rail surveys, and support for major construction projects, often flown at low level and in close proximity to terrain or obstacles. Requiring precise speed control, accurate positioning, and constant situational awareness, infrastructure missions demand disciplined flying and strong planning skills.

Some of our operators are:

  • PDG Aviation
  • National Grid (UK) Transmission & Distribution
  • National Grid (US)
  • Helicentre
  • Heli Air
Specialist Virtual Aviation (SVA) do not hold any affiliated with any angency or company.