Aeromexico Connect Virtual is the regional airline of Grupo Aeromexico Virtual — a non-commercial VA inspired by Aeromexico Connect and Mexican regional aviation. We fly realistic feeder and domestic operations on IVAO and VATSIM with an Embraer-focused fleet, training, events, and a clear path to Aeromexico Virtual (mainline).

No. Aeromexico Connect Virtual and Grupo Aeromexico Virtual are 100% free to join. There are no membership fees or hidden charges. We are a volunteer-run community focused on providing a quality virtual airline experience at no cost.

We support Microsoft Flight Simulator (MSFS), X-Plane, and Prepar3D. Our ACARS software tracks and logs flights across simulators. Flights must be flown on IVAO and/or VATSIM.

Connect operations center on Mexico City (MMMX) and Monterrey (MMMY), with a regional network that also serves hubs like Guadalajara (MMGL). Our schedules and Embraer fleet reflect realistic Aeromexico Connect flying.

Yes. All flights must be performed on IVAO and/or VATSIM. Our ACARS validates hours; offline flights are not accepted.

Click Join in the top menu and complete the registration form for Connect. Our team will review your application. If approved, you'll receive a follow-up email and Crew Center login credentials.

To join Aeromexico Connect Virtual, you must have an active IVAO or VATSIM account with at least 100 flight hours logged on those networks. You must hold a minimum rank of FS2 (IVAO) or P1 (VATSIM) and belong to no more than two other virtual airlines. After completing 160 hours in Connect, you can request a transfer to Aeromexico Virtual (mainline). See our Rules for full details.

Yes. You need an account on at least one network (IVAO or VATSIM) to join and to submit flights. We do not accept offline-only flying.

Visit our Join page and complete the application for Aeromexico Connect Virtual. You may need to pass a practical navigation test. Allow up to a few business days for a response.

Yes. We allow up to 50 verifiable hours from other VAs. We also offer Fast Track with a real-world license.

We allow membership in a limited number of other VAs (see Rules). When flying under Connect callsigns, you must represent our community professionally.

As an Aeromexico Connect Virtual pilot you must fly at least 4 hours per month. See our Rules for leave of absence and related policies.

Stay active with at least 4 hours per month on Connect. Hours are logged through our ACARS on IVAO and/or VATSIM. See Rules for the full activity policy.

You must fly authorized Connect aircraft for your rank and type rating (Embraer and classic turboprops). Operate within IVAO and/or VATSIM and the fleet. Custom flights are allowed on the Crew Center.

Through our Crew Center. Fly on IVAO and/or VATSIM; flights are tracked via the ACARS system. See Rules for reporting requirements.

Use the password reset on the Crew Center. If you don't receive the link, check spam or contact staff via our Contact form.

Through the Crew Center after your application is approved. Use only official or approved Connect sources for correct branding and compliance.

Use our Contact form on the website. Once you join and are approved, you can also get assistance through our Discord and/or Facebook group.

Anyone can reach us through the Contact form on the website. Once you join and your application is approved, you can also join our Discord and/or Facebook group for assistance, announcements, and community help.

Yes. We host Connect group flights and events on IVAO and VATSIM. Details are shared in the Crew Center and, for approved members, through our Discord and/or Facebook group.

Aeromexico Connect Virtual uses its own ladder — Trainee through Flight Instructor — based on hours flown, plus type ratings for Embraer E-Jets and classic turboprops (Saab 340, Metro, YS-11). See our Ranks and Rules pages.