COM 4.2 8.33 kHz SPACING

COM 4.2 8.33 kHz SPACING

The introduction of 8.33 kHz can have a major impact on the ATC system. There is the possibility of non-equipped aircraft entering 8.33 kHz, with the increased possibility of frequency blocking, and the additional workload placed on controllers both around … Continued
ATS 3.42 HELICOPTER OPERATIONS

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
Review of Policy on FANS-1/A

Review of Policy on FANS-1/A

42ND ANNUAL CONFERENCE, Buenos Aires, Argentina, 17-21 March 2003 WP No. 92 Review of Policy on FANS-1/A Presented by SC1 Introduction 1.1 FANS-1/A includes components of Communication, Navigation, and Surveillance (CNS). 1.2 IFATCA has clear policy against the proliferation of … Continued
ATS 3.47 VFR AND SVFR FLIGHTS

ATS 3.47 VFR AND SVFR FLIGHTS

  IFATCA Policy is: Information regarding VFR flights should be published on VFR charts. ANSPs should consider the impact of VFR/SVFR flights on the workload of Air Traffic Controllers, and mitigations should be put in place if required. If VFR/SVFR … Continued