FREE Membership
Membership to POSCON is completely free. While we are
not charging for this service, we will continue the
development of advanced features long after release.
Custom Server Protocol
Our server software uses a modern gaming architecture
and is built utilizing best practices. The update rate
is set at 15 Hz, which means any flight control input is
immediately seen by other pilots on the network. We have
successfully made this update rate scalable so it can be
enjoyed by thousands of simultaneous connections.
Realistic Voice Communication
The network utilizes a modern voice codec to ensure
quality and realism. Designed by real-world RF engineers,
it features realistic static introduction, fading, and
radio propagation. High Frequency (HF), Very High
Frequency (VHF), and Ultra-High Frequency (UHF) are all
accurately simulated.
Network Headquarters
Our Headquarters System (HQ) allows users to manage all
network-related activity in one place. This includes
everything from training to operational traffic management
tools. It is also possible for members to schedule their
online activity through HQ in order to encourage increased
traffic levels.
Incentivized Training Programs
Our training system focuses on standardization. For
controllers, our training has been brought in-house and
uses an acceptable balance of automation and live
training. For pilots, we focus on common error-based
training using statistics and feedback gathered from our
advanced network infrastructure. While not required,
pilot training is incentivized by a user's rank.
Web-Based Pilot Client UI
Pilots can control their connection, radios, and receive
notifications for in-game activity through an innovative
web-based pilot client. The user interface is
mobile-friendly and can be used on any device with an
internet connection. This allows users to step away from
the controls, run errands, and tend to life duties all
while retaining complete control of their online
experience.
FAA Affiliation
POSCON is the only network with a direct connection to the
U.S. Federal Aviation Administration's servers. We
integrate real world Digital Automated Terminal
Information Service (D-ATIS) broadcasts, NOTAMs, and other
feeds directly into the server infrastructure for added realism.
Shared Cockpit / Radar
Through our modern authentication and authorization system,
we have made it extremely easy to share a cockpit or radar
screen without dual connection issues. This system allows
users to create a crew managed environment thereby increasing
quality across the board because two people monitoring a
situation is always better than one.
Member Ranking System
We have turned our hobby into a competition. Who is the
best pilot? Who is the best ATC? Who is the most active?
Our detailed ranking system sources data from several
different variables to determine a user's score/rank.
Custom Launcher App
Our custom launcher application ensures all users share a
standardized experience. A key feature of the app is its
ability to manage POSCON software by scaning for updates,
downloading when available, and automatically loading them.
This enables us to always deliver an up-to-date experience.
Ghost Mode
For users who have never considered connecting to an
online network, POSCON offers a proprietary 'Ghost Mode'
which allows you to connect worry free. By using Ghost Mode,
you will be able to see and hear activity on the network,
but other users cannot see or hear you. It will also be
available as soon as you register, which means you can
start getting familiar with POSCON from day one without the
fear of messing up.