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Cleared To Learn
VATSIM • IFR • ATC Phraseology
Cleared To Learn Academy

Step-by-step training for real-world style comms and procedures.

Start from zero and work up to high workload airspace. We teach you how to talk to ATC clearly, plan IFR, fly arrivals, and manage busy approaches without panic.

You’ll see examples, practise readbacks, and get coaching. You will not be thrown on a live frequency alone.
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Training Environment Philosophy
Safe space, not public ATC.

The “radar-style” training screen our instructors use is not exposed to random users. It’s a controlled environment where we can simulate headings, speeds, altitudes, and real approach sequencing without embarrassing anyone.

Our plan is to slowly open parts of that experience to students in guided sessions — so you can learn how approach control really works, and how to fly those vectors calmly.

You’ll get the benefits of real-world style radar and ATC logic, but with privacy, patience and full explanation before anything goes “live”.

Training Modules

Work through these in order, or jump to what scares you most. Each lesson includes real phrases you’ll say on frequency, plus guidance from experienced sim pilots and controllers.

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Getting Started with Cleared to Learn
Beginner
Introduction to Cleared To Learn

Quick session to get you up and running and in depth information how you can use our new platform

Setup Sim Installation User Portal
Start Lesson →
Radio Phraseology & Readbacks
Beginner
Sound like you’ve done this before

“Cleared to land”, “Hold short”, “Climb FL120 direct XAMAB”. We break down what those actually mean and how to respond quickly and clearly.

Taxi / takeoff Approach Landing
Practice Readbacks →
IFR Clearance & SIDs
Intermediate
“Cleared to Amsterdam via DVR 8D SID…”

How clearances are structured, what you’re actually being told to do, and how to read it back without freezing or mumbling.

Flight levels Squawk codes SIDs & nav
Clearance Training →
Approach, Vectors & Speed Control
Intermediate
Fly the downwind, base, final like ATC told you

Being told “turn left heading 210, descend 3000, reduce speed 180 knots” can feel intense. We teach how to fly that smoothly and not get lost.

Vectors Energy mgmt ILS intercept
Vectoring Practice →
High Traffic / Radio Discipline
Advanced
Heathrow on a Friday night without melting

Learn how to wait, how to jump in, when to read back fast, how to not block frequency, and how to ask for help if you’re overloaded.

Phrase timing Holding Missed approach
Handle Busy Frequencies →
Assisted Live Session
Advanced
Controlled practice with a human watching your back

You’ll fly, talk, and manage instructions — but with someone beside you. We’ll quietly guide you through radio calls, help fix mistakes, and explain what ATC expects.

1-on-1 Real ops flow Confidence boost
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