WELCOME TO THE VIRTUAL MINISTRY OF DEFENCE

We’re the home of military flight simulation in the United Kingdom and operate on the International Virtual Aviation Organisation (IVAO) both nationally and globally. We provide a truly exhilarating experience for all of our personnel be that at home or on operation as we partner with fellow Special Operation Groups spanning across the world participating daily in events such as the interception of a Russian TU-95 Bear approaching UK airspace, the use of the Chinook HC4/6 for a humanitarian project in Indonesia or simply providing a presence at one of the many airshows the Organisation is welcomed to.

THE OPPORTUNITIES

FAST JET

We currently operate the Eurofighter Typhoon FGR4 in our Fast Jet capacity offering a Quick Reaction Alert service to controllers in the United Kingdom.

MULTIPLE ENGINE

We currently operate the C-130 Hercules and Airbus Military A330 MRTT aircraft, delivering logistical and refuelling opportunities to our own and affiliate crews.

ROTARY

We currently operate the Chinook HC.4/6 undertaking both logistical and combat search and rescue missions in the United Kingdom and overseas.

WHY JOIN US?

TRAINING

We provide all training from basic to advanced developing your flying skill across our Flying Training Schools before progressing onto your final aircraft.

REALISM

We strive to be as realistic as possible enhancing your experience and ranking us one of the top military flight simulatuion groups in the world.

COMMUNITY

We are one. When you join us you aren’t just a number, you’re part of the flying family. We all play a vital role in delivering each other’s experience.

“The Virtual Ministry of Defence has taught me a variety of new things improving both my navigational and general flying skills.”

Jack Morris
Flying Officer, 4 (R) Sqn