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ATS 3.46 SECTORLESS ATM

As the industry is pushing to implement flight-centric ATM, there is a need to evaluate the benefits and potential concerns related to these systems. New challenges related to their implementation will require the adoption of a set of guidelines to … Continued

ADME 2.16 USE OF AERODROME CONTROL FREQUENCY FOR COMMUNICATIONS OF VEHICLE DRIVERS

A runway incident involving a vehicle operating on the runway highlighted a safety concern that vehicle drivers remain on ground control frequency instead of the aerodrome control frequency. Some studies were made, and this policy highlights the importance of the … Continued

AAS 1.21 UNMANNED AIRCRAFT SYSTEM (UAS) TRAFFIC MANAGEMENT (UTM)

The relationship between UTM and ATM warrants attention, especially with regard to the issues created by the simultaneous management of both unmanned and manned traffic. The absence of a complete and comprehensive international regulatory system does not permit for the … Continued

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

ATS 3.45 ADS-B: SINGLE EMERGENCY CODE MANAGEMENT

IFATCA considers the issue of single emergency code management with ADS-B to be of concern particularly if introduced to replace radar as a sole means of surveillance in high density airspace. IFATCA Policy is: If ADS-B is to replace radar … Continued

ATS 3.44 HELICOPTER RTF PHRASEOLOGY

It is often normal practice on airfields for helicopters to take off and land from parts of the apron area. However, these areas, not being part of the manoeuvring area, are not under the control of ATC and there may … Continued

ATS 3.43 HELICOPTERS: DISCRETE IDENTIFICATION IN FLIGHT PLANS

There is no provision on the present flight plan form to differentiate a helicopter from a fixed wing aircraft, unless the type designator gives the information in order to prevent uncertainty. IFATCA Policy is: Procedures should be developed for Flight … Continued

ATS 3.42 HELICOPTER OPERATIONS

The integration of fixed wing aircraft and helicopters on an airfield can present considerable difficulties to airfield ATC. IFATCA Policy is: Procedures should be developed in order to integrate fixed and rotary-winged operations at airfields. In developing these procedures cognisance … Continued

TRNG 9.5.4 FLIGHT EXPERIENCE FOR AIR TRAFFIC CONTROLLERS

IFATCA Policy is: It is recommended that ANSPs: 1. Provide the opportunity for familiarisation flights in the cockpit of aircraft; 2. Provide the possibility to visit adjacent and distant air traffic control units; 3. Provide the possibility to use flight simulators for … Continued

TRNG 9.5.3 SUPERVISORY AND MANAGEMENT COURSES

IFATCA Policy is: ATCOs should be provided with suitable courses which will prepare them for employment in other duties, including management and supervisory positions. The courses should meet the requirements of the new position. See: WP 164 – Istanbul … Continued