VATSSA Sector File Policy

Valid from: 15 June 2022

This document should be read in conjunction with any applicable VATSIM policy.

1. Sector Files

ACC Sector Files are produced at gng.aero-nav.com.
FSS Sector Files are currently produced by VATSSA.
Division ownership of ACC and FSS sector files lies with VATSSA1, but the Sector File Manager is responsible for developing the sector files.

Ground layouts may be freely changed without notice.
‘V’ locations may be freely amended.
‘G’ locations may not be amended without prior agreement from adjacent ACCs.
Changes to position naming must be notified to VATSSA1 at least 7 days before implementation (due to website routines related to controller currency).
Changes to frequencies—including additions or removals—must be approved by VATSSA1 before implementation (necessary to properly update “Audio For VATSIM”).
Changes to sector ownership or definitions for CTR or APP positions must be provided at least 2 weeks before implementation, to allow updating of FSS sector files.

To prevent controllers from using outdated sector files, typically only one sector file change should be made per AIRAC cycle.
Each sector file should ordinarily be updated at least once every 3 AIRAC cycles.

All changes to AFV within the VATSSA region must be implemented by VATSSA1 or their delegate.
Members granted access to AFV must not use it for VATSSA operations unless authorized—this ensures oversight and consistency across the Division.