We are always looking for prospective talent and we invite you to read the following page for the software and hardware requirements. Those interested in applying for an open position on the Virtual Snowbirds team should send an email to Rotorblade@VirtualSnowbirds.com.

Please read through the information below and ask any questions you may have in our forums before inquiring about a tryout.

Software and Hardware Requirements
The following are requirements that you will need to have in place prior to your initial practice flight with the team. If you have any questions regarding the following information, please use our forums to inquire further.

• 3 Programs
• Flight Controls
• Headset with Microphone
• Gaming Computer
• High Speed Internet

**Mac users be advised, this is Windows based.

Programs

MSN Messenger
The buddy list program that we use. The latest client can be found at http:// www.microsoft.com/messenger.

Ventrilo
The voice communications program that we use to communicate over the internet. Visit www.ventrilo.com to get the latest client.

Lock On: Modern Air Combact + Flaming Cliffs v1.12a
Lock On: Modern Air Combat is the flight simulation program we use. You will need a copy of Lock On installed along with the Flaming Cliffs expansion package.

• Lock On: Modern Air Combat
• Flaming Cliffs 1.12a

Flight Controls
There are many flight sticks and throttle combinations out there, and experienced virtual pilots will agree that the flight stick you choose will not make the pilot. However, having the right flight stick can help you improve at formation flying faster. Once you have selected a set of flight controls the next step is getting them set properly and having the right settings will make all the difference.

The flight controls that we recommend are as follows. Please keep in mind that a $40 joystick can be used for to formation fly with but is not recommended.

• CH Products
  
• Saitek X-52
• Saitek X-52 Pro
• Saitek Pro Flight Rudder Pedals
• Thrustmaster Cougar (FSSB modifcation recommended)
  

Headset with Microphone
You will need one of these in order to talk with us on our Ventrilo server. Where to get a headset:

• http://www.compusa.com/products/products.asp?N=200661

Gaming Computer
You can build one yourself or buy it all put together. It all depends on which kind of you prefer.

• http://www.Tomshardware.com is a great site for learning how to build a gaming PC yourself.
• http://www.dell.com is great place to get an already put together rig that is warrantied well. Check www.techbargains.com for coupons.