Software
This page contains all information related to the software needed for the flight and ATC simulation activities within the IVAO network.
The software presented in this page is the only software approved for flying and providing air control services on IVAO. It is developed by the Software Development Department (SoftDev) at IVAO HQ level. It is therefore the SoftDev department that assumes full responsibility for any operating problem, compatibility and rights of use.
Similarly, the France division is not responsible for the development of the IvAc2 software, owned by a third party company external to IVAO, just as it does not ensure the development and updating of associated sector files.
For any questions about these software, consult the forum or write to the SoftDev department.
Software for ATC
Aurora (beta)
Aurora is the preferred Air Trafic Control software in the France Division. Presently in Beta Phase, it contains new functionalities and allows for a realistic and customizable experience
Contrary to IvAc, sector files are integrated in a centralised data base and are directly accessible from the software interface.
The Aurora client is available for Windows, MacOS and Linux.
Aurora Manuals
IvAc
IvAc is the software to provide ATC services on the IVAO network. It was developed based on the radar screens and the main features of real ATC stations.
IvAc software is only compatible with Windows OS.
IvAc manuals
Versions of IvAc 1.1.12 and earlier are deprecated and should not be used.
Sector files for IvAc
Les fichiers secteurs IvAc ne sont plus mis à jour en Division France depuis juin 2022 et tendent donc à être totalement obsolètes avec le temps. Néanmoins, les dernières mises à jour de ces secteurs IvAc sont téléchargeables sur la page des positions ATC sur ce lien.
IvAc Sectorfiles are not updated in France Division since June 2022 and therefore tend to be obsolete with time. Nevertheless, the last updates of these sectors are available for download in the ATC Positions page on this link.
They are organised by controlled airspace and position type and associated with the FIRs responsible for the underlying lands.
In particular, two types of sector files are available:
- Approach sector files: these files are used to control the approach (APP) and underlying positions (TWR, GND and DEL) and generally correspond to the entire TMA and SIV of an airport.
- En-route control sector files: these files are used to control an en-route centre (CTR position). There is a sector file for each FIR.
TeamSpeak
The TeamSpeak2 software is the voice connection tool currently used between pilots and ATC. It is automatically installed at the time of installation of IvAc (or IvAp) and is no longer distributed separately. For the time being, the Aurora client is interface with TeamSpeak2 as well.
Complementary software
TS-Info
TS-Info is a handy utility associated with IvAc that allows better interface with TS2. In particular, it indicates on the IvAc radar screen the user who is transmitting on frequency from TeamSpeak and also offers other very useful options.
This software is developed by Fabio Marracci (Bafio) and has been approved by IVAO.
Sector file creation tools
- IvAc Capture : software developed by Fabio Marracci (Bafio) and capable of generating points, lines and complex drawings
- IVAO Aurora Builder : software developed by Hervé Sors (www.aero.sors.fr) and featuring an infinity of features useful for creating sector files for Aurora
- Aurora Sector File Definition : the syntax to use to create Aurora sector files
Software for pilots
Altitude (beta)
Altitude is the new pilot client, presently in beta release, which is compatible with most flight simulation software (FSX, P3D, X-Plane). It also integrates a new flight plan management system, accessible via a web interface.
The Altitude client is available for Windows, MacOS and Linux.
Altitude Manuals
IvAp
IvAp is the IVAO pilot interface software that allows connection between IVAO servers and the Flight Simulator. The software is compatible with FS2002, FS2004, FSX and P3D and is only compatible with the Windows OS.
IvAp manuals
The versions of IvAp 1.4.2 and earlier (FS2002 and FS2004) and 1.9.8 (for FSX and P3D) are obsolete and should not be used.
installing IvAp in P3D v3 or v4 requires a modified installation procedure with some manual steps. This procedure is described here for P3D v3 and here for P3D v4.
X-IvAp
IvAp is the IVAO pilot interface software that allows connection between IVAO servers and the X-Plane. The software is compatible with X-Plane 8, 9, 10 and 11 and with Windows, Linux and Mac OS.
MTL
MTL (Multiplayer Traffic Library) is a library of all aircraft texture available for the IVAO network. Its purpose is to allow each pilot to see the other aircraft connected to the network with the texture corresponding to their type of aircraft and their company.
MTL is installed automatically when installing IvAp, X-IvAp or Altitude.
MTL documentation (Rules and requirements)
TeamSpeak
The TeamSpeak2 software is the voice connection tool currently used between pilots and ATC. It is automatically installed at the time of installation of IvAc (or IvAp) and is no longer distributed separately. For the time being, the Altitude client is interfaced with TeamSpeak2 as well.
Other software
Artifice
Artifice is the new client allowing to run several programs simultaneously (Aurora and Altitude) with a single connection to the IVAO network. It is presently on beta release and will replace IvAi in the future.
The Artifice client is compatible with Windows, Mac and Linux OS.
Artifice Manuals
IvAi
IvAi is a software that allows you to run several programs simultaneously (typically IvAc and IvAp) with a single connection to the IVAO network. It thus offers the possibility to have a tower view in ATC position or multiple radar screens.