Welcome to Airline Empires, where you can run a virtual airline and compete against hundreds of other players just like you! If you like the idea of buying jets, flying all over the world and making money but can't afford to do it in real life, this is the game for you. AE is completely free to play (no hidden fees or in-game purchases), so why not register an account and try it out?

We are working on an in-game tutorial, to be released soon. In the meantime, please consult the following resources to help you get started:

• Discussion forums (new players should start here)
• Chat room
• AE Wiki (reference guide, work in progress)
• Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
• Game Rules
  

When you're ready to begin, click the My Airlines tab at the top, pick a game world, start an airline, and have fun!

Are you interested in aircraft and aviation? Do you want to help improve AE?

If you have a good knowledge of aircraft (or a willingness to develop one) and enjoy reading and learning about aviation, you may be interested in taking part in a new project.

As readers may know, aircraft and airports in game often have errors or gaps in their data, as a result of inherited inaccuracies, typing errors or simply out-dated information.
Currently, staff will correct any errors that they spot and players can report errors through the bug tracker.
This system works fine, but some errors can go unnoticed for a long time, and correct information may not be available.


Over the coming weeks, I intend to co-ordinate a complete review of all aircraft in game (and may be extending this to airports). All elements of the aircraft will be checked and corrected if necessary and I will be forming a new team of "Data Reviewers" that will assist me in this. These users will help to speed up the process, as well as to provide balance by providing extra sets of eyes to double check existing data.

Data Reviewers will be expected to provide verified information from any source that they can find (online or offline). A new forum-based system will be devised to form a receptacle for this information, to allow staff to process it and update the game database. The end goal will be to build up a library of data sources that will help iron out any errors in game, keep conformity, and provide a starting point for the research into any further additions to the game.
Although I may allocate to each individual a specific manufacturer to focus on, there will be no strict or major obligations as to what data each person will have to provide. I would think that the bulk of this task can be accomplished by simply reading material for one's own interest, and noting down relevant data that is stumbled upon.
Full guidance will be provided on exactly what data is required.


If you are interested in taking part in this project and becoming a Data Reviewer, please send me a short private message with a little bit about yourself, why you are interested and what you think you can bring to the project. All are welcome to apply!

Any general queries will be dealt with in this thread.


NOTES:

• Existing staff and data collectors will automatically have access to the Data Reviewer roles.
  
• The position of "Data Reviewer" is not a staff position. There will be no associated moderation powers, seniority or other preferential treatment over other members.

World Rδ

Game Parameters
Based on 3.1 beta game code
Normal political restrictions
1990-2030 (164 real-life days)
Starting cash: $7.5 million
Unlimited airlines per player (up to overall limit of 500 for now)

Speed Schedule
1990-2030: 20 minutes / day

Choice of Starting Aircraft
B737-400
A320-200
MD-88
Saab 340
EMB-120
Beech 1900C

Time starts Friday, January 13 at 9pm GMT. Good luck!