ARTCC ORGANIZATION
2.1 Internal Communication
a. All New York ARTCC members must maintain a working e-mail address for communication and keep their New York ARTCC profile updated to comply with the following:
1. The e-mail address provided to the New York ARTCC must be the same as the one used for VATSIM and VATUSA profiles.
2. We strongly discourage using legacy e-mail addresses such as AOL and Hotmail as these tend to be rejected by our server and flag e-mails from ZNY.
2.2 Member Conduct
2.2.1 General
a. Members and visitors must comply with VATSIM's Code of Conduct at all times while holding a membership with the New York ARTCC. In addition to the Code of Conduct, members must comply with the additional policies below.
b. The use of the New York ARTCC TeamSpeak Server (located at ts.nyartcc.org), the New York ARTCC Discord Server, and the New York ARTCC Forum is a privilege, not a right. Violation of either the New York ARTCC policies is grounds for disciplinary action.
2.2.2 TeamSpeak & Discord Server
a. Use
1. Any member or visitor controlling the New York ARTCC airspace on the VATSIM Network is strongly encouraged to use TeamSpeak to better coordinate with other controllers. (Recommended)
2. Hanging out and playing other games while in the New York ARTCC TeamSpeak is permitted, so long as it does not distract those controlling the VATSIM Network. If it does, you need to switch rooms or sign off immediately. (Mandatory)
3. Duplicate TeamSpeak privilege keys are not authorized. If you want to use TeamSpeak on multiple computers, we strongly recommend you create a MyTeamSpeak account and synchronize your TeamSpeak identity to the cloud. The account is free and will save you a lot of time. If you do not wish to do so, you need to copy the identity under "settings" and import it to the new computer. (Mandatory)
b. Manners
1. All users shall always be courteous. No rude behavior, rude comments, or vulgar language will be tolerated if any member in the channel is offended by it. (Mandatory)
2. Harassment or abuse of any kind will not be tolerated. (Mandatory)
3. First offenses will be treated as a warning. Subsequent offenses will result in being kicked from the server and possible revocation of TeamSpeak privileges.
c. Nicknames
1. All members and visitors must use their first and last names as well as their operating initials on TeamSpeak and Discord. (Mandatory)
2. Example: Andrew Heath (AJ)
3. Changing nicknames, claiming certification you have not earned, or using aliases is not allowed. (Mandatory)
4. All members are limited to a maximum of 4 visible TeamSpeak tags unless otherwise allowed by the ATM or DATM.
d. Discussion Topics
1. Politics, religion, and other potentially confrontational topics are permitted. Still, if any member or visitor asks you to change topics, you must comply or move your discussion to a different channel. (Mandatory)
1.3.2 Airspace Diagram
2. GENERAL POLICIES
2.1 Internal Communication
a. All New York ARTCC members must maintain a working e-mail address for communication and keep their New York ARTCC profile updated to comply with the following:
1. The e-mail address provided to the New York ARTCC must be the same as the one used for VATSIM and VATUSA profiles.
2. We strongly discourage using legacy e-mail addresses such as AOL and Hotmail as these tend to be rejected by our server and flag e-mails from ZNY.
2.2 Member Conduct
2.2.1 General
a. Members and visitors must comply with VATSIM's Code of Conduct at all times while holding a membership with the New York ARTCC. In addition to the Code of Conduct, members must comply with the additional policies below.
b. The use of the New York ARTCC TeamSpeak Server (located at ts.nyartcc.org), the New York ARTCC Discord Server, and the New York ARTCC Forum is a privilege, not a right. Violation of either the New York ARTCC policies is grounds for disciplinary action.
2.2.2 TeamSpeak & Discord Server
a. Use
1. Any member or visitor controlling the New York ARTCC airspace on the VATSIM Network is strongly encouraged to use TeamSpeak to better coordinate with other controllers. (Recommended)
2. Hanging out and playing other games while in the New York ARTCC TeamSpeak is permitted, so long as it does not distract those controlling the VATSIM Network. If it does, you need to switch rooms or sign off immediately. (Mandatory)
3. Duplicate TeamSpeak privilege keys are not authorized. If you want to use TeamSpeak on multiple computers, we strongly recommend you create a MyTeamSpeak account and synchronize your TeamSpeak identity to the cloud. The account is free and will save you a lot of time. If you do not wish to do so, you need to copy the identity under "settings" and import it to the new computer. (Mandatory)
b. Manners
1. All users shall always be courteous. No rude behavior, rude comments, or vulgar language will be tolerated if any member in the channel is offended by it. (Mandatory)
2. Harassment or abuse of any kind will not be tolerated. (Mandatory)
3. First offenses will be treated as a warning. Subsequent offenses will result in being kicked from the server and possible revocation of TeamSpeak privileges.
c. Nicknames
1. All members and visitors must use their first and last names as well as their operating initials on TeamSpeak and Discord. (Mandatory)
2. Example: Andrew Heath (AJ)
3. Changing nicknames, claiming certification you have not earned, or using aliases is not allowed. (Mandatory)
4. All members are limited to a maximum of 4 visible TeamSpeak tags unless otherwise allowed by the ATM or DATM.
d. Discussion Topics
1. Politics, religion, and other potentially confrontational topics are permitted. Still, if any member or visitor asks you to change topics, you must comply or move your discussion to a different channel. (Mandatory)
2.3 Activity and Leave of Absence Policies
2.3.1 Home Controller Activity Requirements
a. Home controllers are required to meet the following minimum activity standards:
1. All controllers holding an S1 rating and above are required to log at least two (2) hours of controlling time on approved ZNY positions per month.
2. Controllers who fail to meet the activity requirement for a given month may have their ZNY TeamSpeak and Discord privileges suspended and may be subject to removal from ZNY after a period of inactivity.
2.3.2 Visiting Controller Activity Requirements
a. Visiting controllers are required to meet the following minimum activity standards:
1. Visiting controllers holding an S1 rating and above must log at least two (2) hours of controlling time on approved ZNY positions per month.
2. Failure to meet the activity requirement may result in a loss of ZNY TeamSpeak and Discord privileges and possible removal from ZNY as a visiting controller.
2.3.3 Leave of Absence (LOA) Policy
a. Any controller needing to take a break from controlling due to real-life commitments may request a Leave of Absence (LOA).
b. LOA requests should be submitted via the ZNY website with the following guidelines:
1. An LOA request can be granted for up to 90 days. Extensions beyond this period will require additional justification.
2. Controllers on LOA are exempt from meeting monthly activity requirements.
c. Controllers who remain on LOA status for more than 180 consecutive days without a valid reason may be removed from ZNY.
d. Controllers returning from LOA should notify the Training Department to facilitate a re-assessment if necessary.