vNATO Special Operations Group

1. Purpose

This directive establishes the official description, operational mandate, and organizational framework of the vNATO Special Operations Group (SOG) operating within the IVAO network.

2. Status

vNATO SOG is a multinational, joint virtual aviation unit structured to emulate NATO Special Air Operations standards. The Group operates as a non-political, training-focused entity adhering to recognized procedures, communications discipline, and interoperability principles.

3. Mission

The mission of vNATO SOG is to plan, coordinate, and execute Special Air Operations (SAO) within a simulated environment, ensuring uniformity, safety, and operational effectiveness across all participating personnel.

4. Tasks

vNATO SOG is responsible for:

• 4.1Conducting Intelligence, Surveillance, and Reconnaissance (ISR) sorties.
• 4.2Executing Close Air Support (CAS), strike coordination, and armed overwatch profiles.
• 4.3Providing air mobility support including tactical transport, troop insertion/extraction, and logistics flights.
• 4.4Performing rotary-wing special mission operations.
• 4.5Supporting airborne refueling operations (AAR).
• 4.6Coordinating joint task force (JTF) training and multi-aircraft mission activities.
• 4.7Maintaining standardized briefing, execution, and debriefing procedures.

5. Command and Control

The Group adheres to a hierarchical structure compliant with NATO-style organizational principles. Command authority ensures:

• 5.1Issuance of mission orders.
• 5.2Oversight of training, qualification, and discipline.
• 5.3Enforcement of communications standards and SOP adherence.
• 5.4Coordination with IVAO divisions, VAs, and external units for joint operations.

6. Training and Readiness

• 6.1All personnel must complete required training modules applicable to their designated aircraft and operational role.
• 6.2Readiness levels are maintained through periodic evaluations, mission rehearsals, and proficiency checks.
• 6.3Qualification badges and operational statuses are granted only upon demonstration of competency in accordance with vNATO training doctrine.

7. Operational Principles

The following principles govern all Group activities:

• 7.1Precision: All procedures shall be executed to standard with minimal deviation.
• 7.2Discipline: Members shall uphold strict communication discipline, adherence to SOPs, and proper conduct at all times.
• 7.3Interoperability: All operations shall support harmonization of tactics, techniques, and procedures across multinational participants.
• 7.4Readiness: The Group maintains the capability to deploy and operate at any time as directed.

8. Conduct

• 8.1Personnel shall conduct themselves in a manner consistent with professional military aviation standards.
• 8.2Breaches of procedure or discipline will be addressed through corrective training or administrative action per vNATO policy.

9. Applicability

This directive applies to all vNATO SOG personnel, attached units, and cooperating entities involved in joint operations or training activities.

10. Amendments

Revisions to this directive may be issued by Command Staff as operational requirements evolve.