26AUG2024 | Rumble In Rio! SBKP Fly-In

AUGUST 26, 2024

Azul Virtual Presents

About

August is considered a winter month in Rio De Janeiro, but you would never know it. The weather is amazing at this time of year where the beaches are not as crowded, but the outside temperatures are hovering in the 70’s. Many travel sites mention it is the best time to go to Rio because of the weather, activities, and atmosphere.

Whether taking in some of the worlds best authentic food, going to a friendly futbol match where some of the best players in the world take to the pitch, laying on a beach, or finding a quiet place to take a Brazilian hike along a hill side to see the breathless views, Rio has much to do in the winter months, especially in August, as the rainy season is considerably mild.


Maracana Stadium

Maracana Stadium is home to one of the best futbol countries in the world. Brazil International Futbol Club is a favorite every 4 years when the World Cup is held. Brazil is always considered a consistent threat to win the cup, and has produced numerous legends of the sport like Pele, Ronaldinho, Ronaldo, and more. Take in a friendly match watch some of the best players in the world!


Authentic Taste of Rio

Rio Gastronomy

Take to the streets during the Rio Gastronomy event which showcases the best local restaurants, food trucks and food stalls for a week long festival involving the secrets of Rio’s cuisine. The massive festival also features outdoor concerts as well as cooking workshops. The event has numerous food types which can quench the taste buds of even the pickiest of eaters. The mix of spices and flavors are exceptional during this event and have attracted some of the world’s best chefs to study and learn about the food and flavors of Brasil.


Rock in Rio

Rock in Rio is one of the longest running and largest attended music festivals anywhere. It runs for 7 days with a break in between days 3 and 4. Some of the largest bands in the world perform at this festival along with smaller bands that have a global following. Bands like Avenged Sevenfold, Journey, Imagine Dragons, Travis Scott, Ed Shearin, Katy Perry, Shawn Mendes, Akon, Ne-Yo and Mariah Carey. Over 100,000 people turn out to attend this festival, which is now in its 40th year.

Featured Routes

MPTO - SBKP (Copa 737-800)
KFLL - SBKP (Azul A330-900)
SKBO - SBKP (Avianca A320/321)
LPPT - SBKP (Azul A330-900)
SBBR - SBRJ - Visual Approach Only, Azul E190, A320 only



Disclaimer

  • ATC Shall Be Present
  • Expert Server Rules Apply - Act Accordingly
  • Any Violations Occurred During the Event are the Responsibility of the Operator
  • Follow All ATC Instructions

  • ATC Services

    Expert Server:
    SBKP - Viracopos
    SBCF - Confins
    MPTO - Panama City
    SKBO - Bogota
    SCEL - Santiago
    SBRJ - Rio de Janiero

    Any Brazilian or South American based virtual airlines are welcome to sponsor or support the event!! We highly encourage it.

    There are no gates or assignments.

    @Dan @Tyler_Shelton

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    I’m very happy to see someone creating events for the Brazilian scene. I’ll be there in some way. Congratulations!

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    Nice Event…I will be joining too⭐🤙

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    I also joining as well from KFLL

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    Nice Event,I will be joining too

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    I am going to make a spotting video hopefully

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    Awsome event, i just landed. Hope more events in south america to come!

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    I just got a level three violation for trying to Get into position to do spotting

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    You should have messaged the controller to let them know that was your intention.

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    Can the controller remove the violation

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    Follow the appeals system. They didn’t give you a violation for no reason. so you definitely did something wrong. It’s chill though, we all make mistakes. :)

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    Am I missing something?

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    Which aircraft you were flying

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    Cessna 172. Why?

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    @ChulentMaster18 please check your direct messages on the IFC at your earliest convenience. Thanks 🙂

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    No. If I said Rumble in Viracopas, would that make sense? Rio is the closest big city to hold an event. So.

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    Is the ATC available on SKBO?

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    I just landed 10 minutes ago, it’s incredible so many airplanes and many People playing, I love this game never stop it please !!!

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    Welcome to the Community! Hope you enjoyed :)

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