LM 7.2.3 RIGHT OF REPRESENTATION

LM 7.2.3 RIGHT OF REPRESENTATION

  IFATCA Policy is: Controllers shall have the right to be accompanied by a representative of their choice at any hearing, inquiry or investigation into any Air Traffic Control incident or accident. Controllers should make no written statements without the … Continued
AAS 1.02 AUTOMATIC DEPENDENT SURVEILLANCE (ADS)

AAS 1.02 AUTOMATIC DEPENDENT SURVEILLANCE (ADS)

  IFATCA Policy is: Before an ADS service is introduced into operational service, the necessary system components to provide a control service and to support the control task shall be in place. Only pertinent and useful flight data should be … Continued
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
LM 7.2.1 JUST CULTURE, TRUST AND MUTUAL RESPECT

LM 7.2.1 JUST CULTURE, TRUST AND MUTUAL RESPECT

Accidents and incidents in aviation have been used to enhance aviation safety. Safety information is a main source for the permanent enhancement of safety in aviation, but there are many risks to its inappropriate use. As a result, safety information … Continued
LM 7.1.5 PROVISION OF ATS OVER FOREIGN TERRITORY

LM 7.1.5 PROVISION OF ATS OVER FOREIGN TERRITORY

For several reasons ATC is sometimes responsible for airspace of two or more countries. For ATCOs working this airspace, it is essential to be aware of all regulations and in particular differences in procedures and legal liabilities between the neighbouring … Continued
INFO 6.1.1 INTRODUCTION

INFO 6.1.1 INTRODUCTION

As early as 1966 SC4 (now PLC) “Human and Environmental Factors in ATC”, at that time formed by members of the Irish Association, produced an extensive questionnaire to be processed and made available to interested organisations. When, in 1969, responsibility … Continued
LM 7.1.4 ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES OF THE CONTROLLER-IN-CHARGE (CIC) IN REGARD TO LIABILITY AND OPERATIONAL RESPONSIBILITY

LM 7.1.4 ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES OF THE CONTROLLER-IN-CHARGE (CIC) IN REGARD TO LIABILITY AND OPERATIONAL RESPONSIBILITY

The position of Controller-In-Charge (CIC) exists in many units in many different countries around the world. There are differences between the supervisor’s roles and those of the Controller-In-Charge, and questions exist regarding responsibilities and legality of this position. It is … Continued
LM 7.1.3 TRANSFER OF CONTROL FUNCTIONS – LEGAL ASPECTS

LM 7.1.3 TRANSFER OF CONTROL FUNCTIONS – LEGAL ASPECTS

  IFATCA Policy is: States shall have in place regulations detailing procedures to be followed before Separation Assurance can be transferred to the cockpit. The Initial and final points at which Separation Assurance are transferred from ATC to the pilot … Continued
LM 7.1.2 THIRD PARTY RISK

LM 7.1.2 THIRD PARTY RISK

  IFATCA Policy is:   Procedures to reduce third party risk should clearly describe the responsibility of the ATCO providing ATS to the emergency aircraft. ATCO’s providing ATS to aircraft in an emergency situation should not be held liable for … Continued