[EVENTS] Thai Airways 65th Anniversary

Published by Ecgkasit Bunyakhachai on 15 March 202615 March 2026

Thai Airways 65th Anniversary
Friday, March 20, 2026
12:00 UTC – 16:00 UTC
This event was brought to you by IVAO Thailand (with )​

Event Date: Friday, 20th March 2026
Event Time: 12:00Z – 16:00Z
Place: Suvarnabhumi International Airport(VTBS)
Event Type: Fly-in

On 20 MARCH 2026, join a special fly-in to celebrate 65 years of Thai Airways at Suvarnabhumi Airport

Founded in 1960, Thai Airways began its journey connecting Thailand with the world, growing from regional routes into a global carrier known for its warm hospitality and distinctive Thai identity. For more than six decades, its aircraft have carried millions of passengers across continents, linking cultures and bringing travelers to the heart of Thailand.


For over six decades, Thai Airways has connected people, cultures, and destinations across the world. To honor this milestone, flights will depart from different directions, each beginning from unique horizons yet sharing the same destination: VTBS the home of Thai Airways.


Choose your route, take to the skies, and let’s meet over Bangkok to celebrate 65 remarkable years of Thai Airways.​

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>> Route Suggestion:

All pilots are kindly requested to:

• Ensure that the AIRAC cycle is up to date.
• The pilot with a gate beginning with “S” at VTBS must install scenery with a satellite terminal.
  Otherwise, your ground layout will be different from real life. You can download HERE.
• Pay attention to all SID and STAR speed / altitude restrictions.
• Be ready for ATC instructions, including holding, heading changes, or speed reductions.
• Always remember: Aviate, Navigate, Communicate.
• Maintain proper radio etiquette at all times.
• Carry at least 60–90 minutes of extra fuel due to possible traffic congestion.

> If you want to participate as an ATC off-site, book your positions via the Event ATC Planner.

Position Required

• VTBB_N_CTR – Bangkok Control (North) / 124.500
• VTBB_S_CTR – Bangkok Control (South) / 120.500
• VTBB_APP – Bangkok Approach / 124.350
• VTBS_A_APP – Suvannabhumi Arrival / 121.100
• VTBS_E_TWR – Suvannabhumi Tower (East) / 118.200
• VTBS_W_TWR – Suvannabhumi Tower ( West) / 119.00
• VTBS_E_GND – Suvannabhumi Ground (East) / 121.650
• VTBS_W_GND – Suvannabhumi Ground (West) / 121.950

All pilots who participated in this event shall report to thePILOT EVENTS[TH]
They will receive 1 point for thePilot Events Award.

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All ATCs who participated in this event for at least 1-hour session shall report to theATC EVENTS[TH] 
They will receive 1 point for theATC Events Award.

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All pilots and ATCs who participated in this event for at least 1-hour session shall report to the Division Online Day [TH] 
They will receive 1 point for the Division Online Day Award.

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If you have any inquiries, don’t hesitate to contact the IVAO Thailand Event Department (th-events@ivao.aero)

We hope you enjoy this experience on your network. Ready? Because we are!