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| BOS_TWR | Ross Carlson KBTV |
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Boston Live Runway Configuration
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ILS RWY 4R
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RWY 9
Top BVA Controllers This Month
| 1 | Alex Petrikas | 51h 42m |
| 2 | Stipan Relic | 45h 51m |
| 3 | Nathan Fox | 33h 27m |
| 4 | Emmett Boyle | 31h 26m |
| 5 | Andrew Horvockte | 29h 41m |
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Welcome to Boston Virtual ARTCC!
Boston Virtual ARTCC (BVA) is a free, immersive, and realistic air traffic control community for pilots and aviation enthusiasts. We provide air traffic control within the Boston ARTCC on VATSIM, covering several popular airports in the New England and Upstate New York regions. In addition, we have an active community of pilots who work with the controllers to create one of the most realistic air traffic control environments available online.
At BVA, you can train as a controller, participate in Wings Over New England, learn from other members in a communal environment, and more! At BVA, everyone is here to learn and happy to help.
If you’re new to the community, learn more about us and submit a free application to join. If you’re a member, sign in above for full access to the community’s resources.
News From BVA
| 2026-02-01 February Logan Informer: Iron Mic Sweep, New Webmaster | By: Evan Reiter () |
| 2026-01-01 January Logan Informer: Year-End Wrap-Up and Events Recap | By: Evan Reiter () |
| 2025-12-17 Position Posting: Webmaster | By: Josh Nunn () |
| 2025-12-06 December Logan Informer: 60 Hours of ATC and Year-End Member Meeting | By: Evan Reiter () |
| 2025-11-02 November Logan Informer: It's WAFFLE Time! | By: Evan Reiter () |
Airspace Briefing
Read about scenery, procedures, and other information that all pilots flying in our airspace should be aware of.
About BVA
Learn more about our integrated pilot and air traffic control community or submit a free application to join!
Feedback
We love feedback! Tell us how we’re doing, what you like about flying with us, and how we can improve.
WINGS
Take a virtual tour of New England airports while gaining knowledge on flying within the ATC system.
Preferred Routes
Search for and find air traffic control preferred routes for popular airports in the region.
Social
Join our Discord and Teamspeak servers to chat with other members and controllers.