ATS 3.11 AVIATION RADIO FREQUENCY SPECTRUM PROTECTION

ATS 3.11 AVIATION RADIO FREQUENCY SPECTRUM PROTECTION

Spectrum Protection refers to the management of the radio-frequency spectrum in order to protect particular interests. The spectrum includes not only communications and datalink applications, but also navigation and other uses. Aviation is just one of the many users of … Continued
ATS 3.27 SID AND STAR NAMING

ATS 3.27 SID AND STAR NAMING

The use of SIDs and STARS has grown tremendously in the past decade. Unfortunately, there has been a noticeable lack of standardization and the result pilots face is a confusing mix of local practices. One of these is how the … Continued
COM 4.3 COMMUNICATIONS FAILURE

COM 4.3 COMMUNICATIONS FAILURE

Some radios have a sleep mode that causes communication failures without being noticed. This results in serious security and cost issues for the military. Radio communication failure is a rare occurrence, but it can result in undesirable situations. Present ICAO … Continued
WC 10.3.1 DUTY ROSTERS

WC 10.3.1 DUTY ROSTERS

  IFATCA Policy is: The duty roster should be based on at least 2 consecutive days off in every 7 days. Duty rosters should be agreed with the air traffic controllers involved. SPO shall be avoided. An optimal roster should … Continued
WC 10.7.4 INTRINSIC AND TACTICAL SAFETY

WC 10.7.4 INTRINSIC AND TACTICAL SAFETY

  IFATCA Policy is: IFATCA recommends that all parties involved in airport and airspace design address intrinsic safety with the highest priority. See: WP 169 – Arusha 2008  
LM 7.2.2 EXEMPTION FROM DUTY

LM 7.2.2 EXEMPTION FROM DUTY

  IFATCA Policy is: In the event of an alleged occurrence, the ATCO(s) shall have the opportunity to be relieved from control duties. IFATCA recommends the ATCO(s) be relieved. The relief shall be without prejudice and non-disciplinary. When the ATCO(s) … Continued
TRNG 9.4.1 A SYSTEM COMBINING ASSESSMENTS WITH EXAMINATIONS

TRNG 9.4.1 A SYSTEM COMBINING ASSESSMENTS WITH EXAMINATIONS

  IFATCA Policy is: During training at an Approved Training Organisation (ATO), assessments on all theoretical subjects should be carried out. Results should be analysed and discussed with the trainees. Multiple assessments and debriefings should take place consistently throughout the … Continued
TPM Review – WC

TPM Review – WC

61ST ANNUAL CONFERENCE, 23-27 May 2022 WP No. 79 TPM Review – WC Presented by PLC   Summary Over the past few years, PLC came to the conclusion that the TPM was in need of a significant overhaul in order … Continued
AAS 1.20 ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE AND MACHINE LEARNING IN ATC

AAS 1.20 ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE AND MACHINE LEARNING IN ATC

Demand will exceed capacity in more parts of the global ATM system in the near future. To relieve congestion and improve efficiency, modernisation will be needed, and AI and ML could provide solutions to the current challenges. There are many … Continued
AAS 1.03 MODE S DEVELOPMENT

AAS 1.03 MODE S DEVELOPMENT

Mode S has been established by ICAO as the standard for SSR surveillance due to those performance and   functional   limitations   of the present   system   which   are   becoming increasingly significant.    Whilst the initial implementation emphasis is on surveillance, Mode S also … Continued