Edition 5 of the IF48 Event Series has arrived! This time, we’re heading down under, with featured operations in Perth (YPPH), Sydney (YSSY), and Auckland (NZAA). Expect dense traffic and a full weekend of high level operations across Australia and New Zealand. From the west coast to the east, and across the Tasman Sea, there’s something for everyone. See you there!
Featured Airports
Established Routes & Aircraft
Check out the established routes and aircraft suggestions below! Aircraft suggestions are based on current real-world flight ops & aircraft available in Infinite Flight. We have also noted the approximate flight time for each route without delays (hours:minutes).
Perth (YPPH) ⇔ Sydney (YSSY)
Estimated Flight Time
YPPH > YSSY 3:45
YSSY > YPPH 4:30
| Airline | Aircraft |
|---|---|
| Jetstar | A320 |
| Qantas | B787-9, B737-800, A330-300, |
| Virgin Australia | B737-800, B737-8 MAX |
Perth (YPPH) ⇔ Auckland (NZAA)
Estimated Flight Time
YPPH > NZAA 5:45
NZAA > YPPH 7:00
| Airline | Aircraft |
|---|---|
| Air New Zealand | B787-9, B777-300ER |
| Qantas | A330-300 |
Sydney (YSSY) ⇔ Auckland (NZAA)
Estimated Flight Time
YSSY > NZAA 2:35
NZAA > YSSY 3:00
| Airline | Aircraft |
|---|---|
| Qantas | B787-9, A330-300, B737-800 |
| Air New Zealand | B787-9, B777-300ER, A320 |
| Jetstar | A320 |
| China Eastern | A330-300 |
| Emirates SkyCargo | B777F |
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.
- US West Coast
- US East Coast
- Mexico
- 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!