Welcome to the official LOT Virtual Thread
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LOT Virtual was founded in October 2020 with the aim of providing excellent VA service. LOT Polish Airlines, being the largest airline in Central and Eastern Europe, aims to connect Poland and the surrounding regions to the world. LOT Virtual aims to do the same, only in Infinite Flight’s virtual skies. We operate several aircraft, ranging from the small regional Bombardier Dash 8 Q400 to the efficient B787 Dreamliner. We serve routes on 5 continents, with our short-haul fleet operating European routes and our 787 connects Poland to North America, East Asia, and more.
@HappyDays - Founder & Chief Executive Officer
Hello and welcome to LOT Virtual! We aim to provide a quality VA service where pilots can experience LOTV’s diversity of routes, fleet, and hospitality. As our slogan, Soar Ever Higher suggests, we aim to create a virtual airline that will elevate the pilot’s experience in Infinite Flight. By joining us, you will not only experience a wide variety of routes, aircraft, and codeshares, you’ll experience our welcoming staff among of LOT Virtual’s great features. We can’t wait to have you in our roster!
See you in the skies 🛫
@KbAv - Chief Operating Officer
Having recently joined LOT Virtual’s staff team, I am in awe of how much work has gone into this VA! I simply cannot wait to start working alongside @HappyDays, managing LOT Virtual’s infrastructure and assisting in its day-to-day operations, and managing long-term plans as well!
Having studied business and marketing for more than three years, I am certain we can make LOT Virtual one of, if not THE best VA out there, and for all aviation fans to enjoy our ever-extending database of codeshare routes!
Thank you for the welcome, and happy flying!
Balazs Kocsis
LOT Virtual operates aircraft of different categories, from small turboprops to long-haulers. Our fleet consists of the following:
Embraer E175
*This is the newest aircraft added to our Infinite Flight fleet. LOT Polish Airlines operates the entire E-Jet series, which ranges from the E170 to the E195. Our E175 is used for most of our European international flights, as well as in some regional hops. *
Embraer E190
The Embraer E190 is the bigger brother of the E175; it carries more passengers and has more range. We use our E190s for longer European flights, such as Warsaw to Istanbul, in addition to serving the same European routes alongside the E170.
Boeing 737-800
The Boeing 737 family is one of the most successful aircraft families in aviation history. LOT Virtual uses the Boeing 737-800 for medium-haul international flights, such as Warsaw to Tbilisi, Warsaw to Yerevan and other similar routes.
Boeing 787-8 Dreamliner
Also known as the “Dreamliner”, the Boeing 787 is one of the most modern and efficient aircraft of today’s times. LOT Virtual uses the 787 for our long-haul international flights.
LOT Virtual has an extensive route network, all of which is detailed in the following:
LOT Polish Airlines Mainline Routes (Domestic)
LOT Polish Airlines Mainline Routes (Short Haul)
LOT Polish Airlines Mainline Routes (International)
Want a more detailed view of our vast route network? Visit our Airtable Mainline Route Database and explore our route connections.
LOT Virtual is delighted to be partnered with tens of VAs across the Infinite Flight community, connecting LOT Virtual to the rest of the world! Have a look at our codeshare partners below
Codeshares
| Virtual Airline | Region | Hub(s) |
|---|---|---|
| @Aegean_Virtual | Europe East | LGAV |
| @AirEuropaVirtual | Europe West | LEMD |
| @IndiaVirtual | Asia | VIDP, VABB |
| @ANAVirtualGroup | Asia | RJAA, RJTT |
| @AviancaVirtual | South America | SKBO, SEQM, MSLP, MGGT |
| Croatia Airlines | Europe East | LDZA |
| @EgyptairVirtual | Africa | HECA |
| @LuftyVirtual | Europe West | EDDF, EDDM |
| @NewZealandVirtual | Oceania | NZAA |
| @SuisseVirtual | Europe West | LSZH |
| @TAP_Portugal_VA | Europe West | LPPT, LPPR |
| @TurkiyeVirtual | Middle East | LTFM |
| @Singapore_Virtual | Asia | WSSS |
| @SouthwestVirtual | North America | KDAL, KAUS, KMCO, KDEN, KTPA |
| @UnitedVirtual | North America | KEWR, KORD, PGUM, KDEN, KLAX, KIAH, KIAD, KSFO |
LOT Virtual is open for new codeshare partnerships, realistic or not! Any willing VA can send us a DM at @LOT-Virtual
| Rank | Flight Hours | Mainline Routes Unlocked | Codeshare Aircraft Unlocked | Perks Unlocked |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cadet | 0 hours | Domestic Routes | None | Access to LOTV Featured Routes |
| Second Officer | 15 hours | Short Haul Routes | DH8D, E170, E175, CRJ2, CRJ7, CRJ9 | Access to Star Alliance Featured Routes up to 3 hours |
| First Officer | 45 hours | Medium Haul Routes | A220, A318, A319, CRJX, E190, E195 | Access to Star Alliance Featured Routes up to 7 hours |
| Senior First Officer | 100 hours | N/A | A320, A321, B737, B738 | Access to all Star Alliance Featured Routes |
| Captain | 200 hours | Long Haul Routes | A330, A330neo, A340, B739, B757, B767 | Project Eagle Regional Routes |
| Fleet Captain | 400 hours | Ultra Long Haul Routes | A359, B772, B77L, B77F, B77W, B788, B789, B78X, DC-10, MD-11 | 1.1x Multiplier to all Standard Routes & Project Eagle Short Haul Routes |
| LOTV Voyager | 750 hours | N/A | A388, B742, B744, B748 | 1.15x Multiplier to all Standard Routes & Project Eagle Medium Haul Routes |
We operate an awards system alongside our ranking system. These awards are given only to the most dedicated pilots in the VA. We have 4 awards:
| Award | Flight Hours | Flight Time Multiplier | Perks |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bronze Award | 1111 hours | 1.2x flight time multiplier | Project Eagle Long Haul |
| Silver Award | 1989 hours | 1.3x flight time multiplier | Project Eagle Ultra Long Haul |
| Gold Award | 3005 hours | 1.4x flight time multiplier | LOTV Charters |
| Diamond Award | 4000 hours | 1.5x flight time multiplier | President’s Badge of Honor |
Bonus Award
Every so often, the Miles & More award is presented to the pilot who flew the most nautical miles during the last month. The award is a 1.5x multiplier for their next flight under 5 hours!
Project Eagle
Project Eagle is LOT Virtual’s new program which enhances the connectivity of LOT Virtual across the globe by serving destinations the real-life counterpart does not serve in real-life. This increase the choices for our pilots to explore new destinations using the familiar colours they know.
LOTV Executive
Upon earning the Gold Award, you’ll be able to fly to whatever destination you cherish using the TBM-9 or the Cessna Citation X aircraft, with no restrictions on flight time and distance! LOTV Executive operations are based at any Polish airport and must either originate or terminate from a Polish airport.
Routes of the Week
Since we have an ever-growing route database, why not take advantage of it? Every week, our staff team will choose countries for each day based on the IFATC Schedule. A different country/region is selected each day as the theme for that day. All chosen routes will have a 1.3x multiplier, while LOT Polish Airlines flights have a 1.5x multiplier. This is a great way to get more flight hours, and climb up the prestigious ranks of LOT Virtual.
Rapid Routes
Every so often, our staff team will release a random set of routes for you to fly with no rank restrictions and generous multipliers, but only for a limited time! Those who take advantage of it will greatly speed up their progress in climbing LOTV’s ranks and reaching the top!
LOT Virtual has recently switched over to a VACenter crewcenter, a state-of-the-art crewcenter developed by @Sam_Neale and his team. LOT Virtual pilots can view their flight hours, rank, flights filed, and some interesting statistics!
LOT Virtual uses Discord to facilitate all important VA communications in addition to pilot communication.
Want to see more LOT Polish Airlines liveries in Infinite Flight, and help grow our fleet of aircraft? Then please do vote for the feature requests below!
LOT Polish Airlines Livery Requests
LOT Polish Airlines Bombarder Dash 8 Q-402 (Nordic Aviation Capital)
LOT Boeing 787-9 (Poland Independence Livery)
LOT Polish Airlines - Boeing 787-9
| Staff Position | User | Tasks |
|---|---|---|
| Chief Executive Officer (CEO) | @HappyDays | Supervise & organize all daily operations of the VA and run everything behind the scenes. |
| Chief Operating Officer (COO) | @KbAv | Run the day-to-day operations of the VA and cross-checks the work with the CEO to ensure smooth running. |
| Routes Manager | VACANT | The role of the Routes Manager is to manage the routes operated by LOT Virtual and codeshares on Airtable, as well as adding/removing routes on the crewcenter. |
| External Affairs Manager | VACANT | The External Affairs Manager is responsible for moderating the LOT Virtual IFC account (along with the CEO), as well as answer possible questions from forum users that may arise. They are also in charge of LOTV’s social media accounts. |
Are you interested in one of the vacant staff positions? Then head to the IFVARB database and apply!
Pilot Requirements
Must be 13 years of age or older.
Able to fly for LOT Virtual at least once every thirty (30) days.
Must have a valid and legal copy of Infinite Flight and its Pro Subscription.
Must have access to the Expert Server (Grade 3 or higher).
Must have a Violations/Landings ratio of 0.40 or less.
Must be in good standing with IFC, IFVARB, and all official Infinite Flight organisations.
Trust Level 1 (Basic) on the Infinite Flight Community Forum. Must have IFC activity history before applying.
Must have access to Discord and AirTable.
Application Process
Your application will be processed by our staff team.
If approved, you will be contacted to complete the LOT Virtual Entrance Exam, which you’ll need a score of 75% or higher to pass.
If you fail, you’ll have to re-do the test again in three days.
If you pass, an invitation to our Discord Server & Crew Center will be sent. Welcome to LOTV!
Ready to start a career with us?
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Any questions? Feedback? Fill in the form or ask us on the IFC.
Disclaimer
LOT Virtual is not sponsored, endorsed, or affiliated with LOT Polish Airlines, Polish Aviation Group, and Star Alliance in any way. All rights and logos go to their respective owners. Click here to visit the official website of LOT Polish Airlines.
