Last updated: 30/08/2025
1) Data Controller
BlueBird Virtual Airlines (“BlueBird VA”)
Contact email: administracion@bluebirdva.com
2) Data we collect
In compliance with IVAO rules and the GDPR, we declare that we collect and process the following personal data from our members:
- IVAO Identification: IVAO VID, first and last name associated with the IVAO account.
- Profile data: BlueBird VA callsign, alias, contact email address.
- Operational data: IVAO rating, activity and flight hours on IVAO, reported flights (PIREPs), routes, aircraft used.
- Technical data: Date/time of accesses to the web portal.
- Optional data: Avatar or profile image, SimBrief identifier (if you choose to link it).
3) Purpose of processing
- Manage your pilot account at BlueBird VA and validate your IVAO membership.
- Register and verify flights, hours, and activity within the virtual airline.
- Generate pilot statistics and rankings.
- Ensure the technical security of the platform (accesses, fraud prevention).
- Communicate operational or administrative information related to the VA.
4) Rights of all pilots
Under the GDPR, all pilots, regardless of country or nationality, have the right to:
- Access the personal data we store about them.
- Request the rectification of inaccurate or incomplete data.
- Request the complete deletion of their personal data (“right to be forgotten”).
- Object to the processing of their data in cases permitted by law.
To exercise these rights, send an email to administracion@bluebirdva.com. We will handle all requests within the timeframes established by the GDPR.
5) Data retention
- Your account data will be retained while you are an active member of BlueBird VA.
- Upon leaving, data will be deleted or anonymized within a maximum period of 30 days, except for those we must retain due to legal obligations.
6) Recipients
Your data is used only within BlueBird VA and, strictly when necessary, with technical providers (hosting, email, ACARS). We do not share data with unrelated third parties nor do we commercialize it.