7.1 - The use of voice communication is recommended because of the higher level of realism. There are however a lot of reasons why users do not (or are not able to) use voice communication, so on IVAO the use of voice is not preferred over the use of text. Both type of users should be handled and replied to equally.
7.2 - When using voice, only the TeamSpeak software is allowed.
7.3 - Password protected channels are not allowed.
7.4 - The use of IVAO voice servers is only allowed when you are connected to IVAN at the same time, they may only be used for voice communication simultaneously with the use of approved software.
7.5 - As an exception channels may be opened by Virtual Airlines as company channels, by Special Operations Groups for coordination purposes and by staff-members to execute staff-meetings.
7.6 - ATC Services shall use their ICAO identifier of their airspace and position for their call sign as the voice channel, e.g. EBBR_APP or KDFW_TWR. The use of a frequency, e.g. 112.80 or 113.10, as a TeamSpeak voice channel for ATC Services, is prohibited.
7.7 - Only Supervisors are allowed to create extra channels.
7.8 - Insulting ATC, in-appropriate language, and etc . . . will result in a suspension.
7.9 - Deleting Staff Channels is prohibited
7.10 - Pilots shall use the same call sign as they are connected with their Pilot Client, e.g. IvAp.
7.11 - Playing of music is not allowed and will result in a suspension of 48 hours.
7.12 - The use of voice over text is preferred when controlling. However, ATC services can not be refused to a pilot if he/she does not have voice communication or at the discretion of the controller, due to language difficulties, text communication (which shall be in English) is more effective.
7.13 - TS Server Administrators, at their discretion, can ban a member who is not following these Rules. The length of time for this "Ban" will be determined by HQ.
7.14 - Above all, be nice, speak clearly, and have patience with new members.
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