4.5 PIREPs - ACARS

vAAirlines utilizes a version of vmsACARS (nicknamed "JetNet") adapted to work seamlessly with our cms. If we decide to utilize TFDi's smartCARS 3 software in the future it will be referred to as "smartCARS", "SC3", or "smartCARS 3" to while the current ACARS will remain "JetNet". Links to download the clients as well as links to instructions on their operations may be found in the downloads section of the pilot portal. If you have problems with the system, please contact your Chief Pilot with the issue so it can be directed to the proper source and corrected as soon as possible. Unfortunately, direct troubleshooting may be limited due to the nature of both programs being created by third parties, but all efforts will be made to get you an answer or raise the issue directly with the developer. Manual PIREPs are not accepted unless a valid VATSIM or Volanta link is posted in the comments section of the manual PIREP. The manual PIREP option is meant to be used as a backup in case the ACARS program becomes unresponsive during flight. Manual PIREPs will not be accepted without a valid VATSIM or Volanta link and should be used as a secondary emergency option only.