Pilot’s Guide to Discord

Welcome to the Canada Air Virtual (CAV) Discord community! Discord is where we connect, share, and make virtual aviation even more engaging. Whether you're here to chat, learn, or join group flights, this guide will help you get started.

What is Discord?

What is Discord?

What is Discord?

Discord is a free communication platform designed for communities to connect via text, voice, and video. Think of it as a virtual hub where Canada Air Virtual pilots can:

What is Discord?

Why Use Discord?

Discord is central to CAV's operations because it offers:

Discord Basics

Discord Basics

Setting Up Discord

  1. Download Discord:
    • On your PC or Mac: discord.com
    • On your phone or tablet: Search for "Discord" in your app store.
  2. Create an Account: Sign up with an email address, create a username, and set a password.
  3. Join Canada Air Virtual’s Server: Use the invite link https://discord.gg/CSujGGgyv3

 

Discord Basics

Navigating Discord

  1. Channels:
    1. Text Channels: For typing messages (e.g., #general or #screenshots).
    2. Voice Channels: For real-time audio communication (e.g., during group flights).
  2. Server Menu: On the left-hand side, you'll see icons for all servers you're part of. Click on Canada Air Virtual’s icon to access our server.

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  3. User Settings:
    1. Access via the gear icon in the bottom-left.

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    2. Adjust notifications, update your profile picture, or set your status.
Discord Basics

Sending Messages

  1. Text Chats: Click on a text channel and type your message. Press Enter to send.
  2. Mentions: Tag someone with @username to get their attention.
  3. Reactions: Click the emoji icon on a message to react.
Discord Basics

Using Voice Channels

  1. Click a Voice Channel to join.
  2. Use the controls at the bottom to mute/unmute or adjust your audio settings.
  3. When you're done, click Disconnect (the phone icon with an 'x') to leave.

How Canada Air Virtual Uses Discord

How Canada Air Virtual Uses Discord

Your Canada Air Identity

To maintain consistency, your Discord nickname should be:
[Your Callsign] - [First Name] [Last Initial]
Example: CAN3023 - Jan P

To change your nickname:

  1. Right-click your name in the member list or server menu.
  2. Select Edit Server Profile.
  3. Update your Nickname field and save.

You can also use the /pilot_name command.

How Canada Air Virtual Uses Discord

Channels Overview

We have many channels accessible to members. Be sure to follow the on-boarding instructions in the #read-me-first channel to unlock them all!

These are just a few of the channels we have available.

How Canada Air Virtual Uses Discord

Weekly Group Flights

How Canada Air Virtual Uses Discord

Helpful Bots and Features

  1. Website Integration: Use bots to access quick website functions directly from Discord.
  2. Translator Bot: Communicate with fellow pilots in different languages seamlessly.
  3. Commands: Use specific commands to check schedules, stats, or events. Examples:
    • /pilot_stats - View your flight stats.
    • /help - Learn about bot commands.

Tips for Using Discord Effectively

Tips for Using Discord Effectively

Staying Engaged

Tips for Using Discord Effectively

Keeping Things Respectful

Tips for Using Discord Effectively

Notifications

Customize notifications for specific channels to avoid overload:

  1. Right-click on a channel.
  2. Select Notification Settings and adjust as needed.

Troubleshooting and Additional Resources

Troubleshooting and Additional Resources

Common Issues

Troubleshooting and Additional Resources

Help Resources