Edition 2 of the IF48 Event Series is cleared for takeoff, and this time, we’re heading straight into the heart of Southeast Asia! Get ready to fly between four of the region’s busiest aviation hubs, those being Singapore Changi (WSSS), Bangkok Suvarnabhumi (VTBS), Ho Chi Minh City (VVTS), and Manila Ninoy Aquino (RPLL). Together, these airports handle over 200 million passengers a year, connecting continents and highlighting the unique character and scenery of Southeast Asian aviation. Expect packed frequencies, busy airports, and lots of routes to try out!
What is the IF48?
The IF48 is a new flagship official event series which takes place on the last weekend of every month. Running for 48 hours from Saturday 0600Z to Monday 0600Z, IF48 is all about bringing the community together for a weekend of busy skies and ATC coverage. At its core, IF48 is about connecting the featured airports, centralising traffic and creating an exciting experience for everyone involved.
Runs the last weekend of every month (Sat 0600Z – Mon 0600Z)
Featured airports with established routes to try out based on real-world ops
48hr duration makes it inclusive across all timezones
Predictable, large scale traffic and ATC coverage you can plan for every month
ATC opportunities for controllers to collaborate and manage air traffic & frequencies
ALL servers: Expert (main server), Training & Casual
You decide the each IF48 edition through polls
Featured Airports
Established Routes & Aircraft
Check out the established routes and aircraft suggestions below! Aircraft suggestions are based on real-world flight ops & aircraft available in Infinite Flight. We have also noted the approximate flight time for each direction without delays (hours:minutes). We recommend adhering to these routes/aircraft for maximum realism & enjoyment.
Singapore (WSSS) ⇔ Bangkok (VTBS)
WSSS → VTBS: 2:00
VTBS → WSSS: 2:00
| Airline | Aircraft |
|---|---|
| Singapore Airlines | A350-900, B787-10 |
| Thai Airways | B777-200ER, A350-900, |
| Scoot | B787-9 |
| Nippon Cargo Airlines | B747-8F |
| DHL | B777F |
Singapore (WSSS) ⇔ Ho Chin Minh (VVTS)
WSSS → VVTS: 1:45
VVTS → WSSS: 1:45
| Airline | Aircraft |
|---|---|
| Singapore Airlines | A350-900, B787-10 |
| VietJet Air | A321 |
| Vietnam Airlines | A321 |
Singapore (WSSS) ⇔ Manila (RPLL)
WSSS → RPLL: 3:00 to 3:30
RPLL → WSSS: 3:00 to 3:30
| Airline | Aircraft |
|---|---|
| Cebu Pacific | A321 |
| Philippine Airlines | A321, A330-300, B777-300ER |
| Singapore Airlines | A350-900, B787-10 |
| Scoot | B787-9 |
Bangkok (VTBS) ⇔ Manila (RPLL)
VTBS → RPLL: 3:00 to 3:15
RPLL → VTBS: 3:00 to 3:15
| Airline | Aircraft |
|---|---|
| Cebu Pacific | A330-900neo |
| Philippine Airlines | A321, B777-300ER |
| Thai Airways | A330-300, A350-900, B777-200/300ER, B787-8 |
Bangkok (VTBS) ⇔ Ho Chi Minh (VVTS)
VTBS → VVTS: 1:15
VVTS → VTBS: 1:20
| Airline | Aircraft |
|---|---|
| Thai Airways | A330-300, B787-8 |
| VietJet Air | A321 |
| Vietnam Airlines | A321 |
| Korean Air Cargo | B777F |
Ho Chi Minh (VVTS) ⇔ Manila (RPLL)
VVTS → RPLL: 2:20
RPLL → VVTS: 2:25
| Airline | Aircraft |
|---|---|
| Cebu Pacific | A321 |
| Philippine Airlines | A321, A330-300 |
| Vietnam Airlines | A321 |
✪ Official Group Flights
This edition of the IF48 will feature set of Official Group Flights lead by Infinite Flight staff. Set your reminder! 
29th NOV @ 1500Z: Singapore to Bangkok
| Origin | Destination | Livery | Aircraft | Distance | Duration | Fuel | Server | Departure | Flight Plan |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| WSSS | VTBS | Scoot | B787-9 | 820 nm | 2:00 | 16,384 KG | Expert | 2025-11-29T15:00:00Z | Generate |
30th NOV @ 1100Z: Bangkok to Ho Chi Minh
| Origin | Destination | Livery | Aircraft | Distance | Duration | Fuel | Server | Departure | Flight Plan |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| VTBS | VVTS | VietJet Air | A321 | 498 nm | 1:13 | 8,064 KG | Expert | 2025-11-30T11:00:00Z | Generate |
30th NOV @ 2200Z: Singapore to New York
| Origin | Destination | Livery | Aircraft | Distance | Duration | Fuel | Server | Departure | Flight Plan |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| WSSS | KJFK | Singapore Airlines | A359 | 9,010 nm | 17:15 | 115,384 KG | Expert | 2025-11-30T22:00:00Z | Generate |
Server: ES (Primary), TS & CS
This is an all-servers event, so no matter your grade, you’ll be able to spawn in and take part. However, the primary server for this event will be the Expert Server, where most of the traffic and ATC coverage will be focused.
Event Timings & Sign-ups
Please check whether or not you’re attending this event below! Timings are displayed in your local time.
Below are three options for the next edition of the IF48 series, and it’s time to cast your vote! You’ll be choosing the region, but here’s the twist: the exact airports will stay a surprise until the next edition is published. This poll will close when the event ends.
- British Isles
- South America
- The Middle East
- We encourage everyone to use the suggested aircraft & airlines listed above for each route.
- As always, expert server pilots are required to comply with IFATC and to follow ALL expert server rules. Failure to comply with ES rules will result in violations being issued.
- Delays are likely, especially during peak hours. Expert Server ATC might send arriving traffic into holding patterns to effectively manage high volumes of traffic.
- Most importantly… Have a great time and share your screenshots with us on social media!
Consider joining our Discord Server today to chat with community members about this event!
