diff --git a/docs/aerodromes/Class-C/assets/nzaa-airspace.png b/docs/aerodromes/Class-C/assets/nzaa-airspace.png index 39a5838a..fa0e2eaa 100644 Binary files a/docs/aerodromes/Class-C/assets/nzaa-airspace.png and b/docs/aerodromes/Class-C/assets/nzaa-airspace.png differ diff --git a/docs/aerodromes/Class-C/nzaa.md b/docs/aerodromes/Class-C/nzaa.md index ec9cf986..8fab57db 100644 --- a/docs/aerodromes/Class-C/nzaa.md +++ b/docs/aerodromes/Class-C/nzaa.md @@ -7,7 +7,7 @@ ## Positions | Position Name | Shortcode | Callsign | Frequency | Login ID | Usage | -| ------------- | --------- | ----------------- | --------- | -------- | --------- | +|---------------|-----------|-------------------|-----------|----------|-----------| | Auckland DLV | DAA | Auckland Delivery | 128.200 | NZAA_DEL | Secondary | | Auckland SMC | GAA | Auckland Ground | 121.900 | NZAA_GND | Secondary | | Auckland ADC | TAA | Auckland Tower | 118.700 | NZAA_TWR | Primary | @@ -20,7 +20,7 @@ The following are designated as Event Only positions, and may only be staffed during a VATNZ event where approved, or if explicitly authorised by the Operations Director. | Position Name | Shortcode | Callsign | Frequency | Login ID | Usage | -| ------------------- | --------- | ----------------- | --------- | -------- | --------------------------- | +|---------------------|-----------|-------------------|-----------|----------|-----------------------------| | Auckland Departures | ADEP | Auckland Approach | 129.600 | NZAA_DEP | Events - Traffic Management | @@ -46,7 +46,7 @@ The areas of responsibility are as depicted below. The Transfer of Control Point ### Transfer of Control points | Transfer Flow | Requirements | Notes | -| ------------------ | ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ | -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- | +|--------------------|--------------------------------------------------------------------------------------|----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------| | Delivery -> Ground | Once PDC has been issued either through Voice or DCL. | | | Ground -> Tower | Prior to arriving at their assigned hold, once clear of other traffic. | | | Tower -> Approach | For Airline traffic, once airborne. For GA, when leaving the zone, if applicable. | | @@ -132,7 +132,7 @@ Special rules apply to Code F aircraft, such as taxiway and gate restrictions. Departures may occur from any runway intersection, providing that it does not interfere with the use of any high-speed exits. Controllers may apply the following rules without coordination from the Pilot: | Type | Runway 23L | Runway 05R | -| ----------- | :-----------: | :--------: | +|-------------|:-------------:|:----------:| | Large Jets | `A1` or `A1A` | `A10` | | Medium Jets | `A2` | `A9` | | Turboprops | `A2` or `A3A` | `A9` | @@ -152,33 +152,29 @@ Aircraft that have been cleared to operate within the North or South sectors are Aircraft departures shall be managed in-line with the [Runway Operations section](../../controller-skills/separation.md#runway-operations). -Divergent Missed Approach Procedures have been implemented at Auckland, ensuring that departure tracks and missed approach tracks are divergent from each other. This ensures that the missed approach is protected, and allows a higher rate of departures to occur. +Some departures have immediate divergent turns once the aircraft passes `A005`, taking the aircraft away from the centreline, allowing for another aircraft to follow soon after. #### SID Assignment International SIDs are straight-forward, in that all of them have a shallow climb gradient, suitable for most aircraft types. The Controller shall issue the SID that is suggested by their Controller Client. -!!! note "International use of the `AVNAR` and `AKELA` Departures" - For international departures from Runway 05R with a transition point at `PEBLU` or `VELMO`, the preferred SID is `AVNAR #Q`. - For heavier aircraft departing via `PEBLU` or `VELMO`, controllers should assign the `AKELA #Q` SID due to the lower climb gradient. +For Domestic aircraft that are departing to the North or Northeast, the Controller shall issue the SID that is suggested by the Controller Client. If the aircraft is departing to the South, the following rules shall be applied: -For Domestic aircraft that are departing to the North or Northeast, the Controller shall issue the SID that is suggested by the Controller Client. If the aircraft is departing to the East or South, the following rules shall be applied: +| Runway | Procedure | Allowed A/C Categories | Is divergent? | Notes | +|--------|------------|------------------------|--------------------------------|-----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------| +| 05R | `BROOK #Q` | Cat A to C | Yes - >30° turn passing `A005` | Available to Cat C Jets for noise-abatement. AA TMA approval required. | +| 05R | `PAGLA #Q` | Cat A to D | No | **Preferred departure for Cat C Jets**. Steep climb gradient - aircraft unable to meet this shall be given the `POLIS #Q`. | +| 05R | `POLIS #Q` | Cat A to D | No | **Preferred departure for Cat D Jets, or heavies**. Shallower climb gradient. | +| 05R | `REKIS #Q` | Cat A to D | Yes - >30° turn passing `A005` | **Preferred departure for Props South**. May be given to jets provided they are comfortable with the 180kt limitation at `VINOD`. | +| 05R | `EMRAG #Q` | Cat A to D | No | Least preferred departure due to manual vectoring required. | -| Runway | Procedure | Allowed A/C Categories | Is divergent? | Notes | -| ------ | ---------- | ---------------------- | ------------- | ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- | -| 05R | `BROOK #Q` | Cat A to C | Yes | Available to Cat C Jets for noise-abatement. AA TMA approval required. | -| 05R | `AVNAR #Q` | Cat A to D | Yes | **Preferred departure for Cat C Jets**. Steep climb gradient - aircraft unable to meet this shall be given the `POLIS #Q (DOM)` or `AKELA #Q (INTL)`.| -| 05R | `POLIS #Q` | Cat A to D | Yes | **Preferred departure for Cat D Jets, or heavies**. Shallower climb gradient. | -| 05R | `REKIS #Q` | Cat A to D | Yes | **Preferred departure for Props South**. May be given to jets provided they are comfortable with the 180kt limitation at `VINOD`. | -| 05R | `EMRAG #Q` | Cat A to D | Yes | Least preferred departure due to manual vectoring required. | - -| Runway | Procedure | Allowed A/C Categories | Is divergent? | Notes | -| ------ | ---------- | ---------------------- | ------------- | --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- | -| 23L | `LENGU #A` | Cat A to D | Yes | Least preferred departure due to manual vectoring required. | -| 23L | `LENGU #P` | Cat A to D | Yes | | -| 23L | `LEVRA #P` | Cat A to D | Yes | **Preferred departure for Jets**. | -| 23L | `STEAL #P` | Cat A to D | Yes | **Preferred departure for Props**. Shall not be initially issued to Jets, but may be issued if requested. | +| Runway | Procedure | Allowed A/C Categories | Is divergent? | Notes | +|--------|------------|------------------------|--------------------------------|-----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------| +| 23L | `LENGU #A` | Cat A to D | No | Least preferred departure due to manual vectoring required. | +| 23L | `LENGU #P` | Cat A to D | No | | +| 23L | `LEVRA #P` | Cat A to D | No | **Preferred departure for Jets**. | +| 23L | `STEAL #P` | Cat A to D | Yes - >30° turn passing `A005` | **Preferred departure for Props**. Shall not be initially issued to Jets, but may be issued if requested. | #### Assigned Headings @@ -223,11 +219,11 @@ Aircraft operating from RWY 05R shall not be taken off the SID until passing `A0 For all international departures the Controller shall issue the SID that is suggested by their Controller Client. For Domestic departures, Controllers shall observe the following SID assignment preferences: | Priority | Runway | Procedure | Allowed A/C Categories | Notes | -| -------- | ------ | -------------- | ---------------------- | -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- | +|----------|--------|----------------|------------------------|----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------| | 1 | 05R | `BROOK #Q` | Cat A to C | AA TMR approval not required during Noise Abatement hours. | | 2 | 05R | `REKIS #Q` | Cat A to D | **Preferred departure for Props**. Shall not be issued to Jets during Noise Abatement. | | 3 | 05R | `POLIS #Q` | Cat A to D | **Preferred departure for Cat D Jets, or heavies**. Shallower climb gradient. | -| 4 | 05R | All other SIDs | | Use of the `AVNAR #Q` departure shall be avoided. | +| 4 | 05R | All other SIDs | | Use of the `PAGLA #Q` departure shall be avoided. | #### Runway 23L @@ -247,7 +243,7 @@ There are no limitations on the assignment of STARs for Domestic traffic, howeve OCR has three Noise Abatement STARs that shall be issued as first preference. If track shortening is provided, Controllers shall ensure that aircraft do not overfly the city. | Runway | Procedure | Transitions | Allowed A/C Categories | -| ------ | ---------- | ----------------------------------------------------------------------- | ---------------------- | +|--------|------------|-------------------------------------------------------------------------|------------------------| | 23L | `BASIV #N` | `ELNOS` `SALAG` `UPLAR` | All | | 05R | `RIKDI #N` | `KALAG` `AGREX` `TARIB` `ELPAK` `AGEDU` `IDSEM` `DABAS` `AKLOM` `OLBEX` | All | | 23L | `TAZEY #N` | `PEBLU` `VELMO` | All | @@ -257,7 +253,7 @@ OCR has three Noise Abatement STARs that shall be issued as first preference. If ### Arrival -In order to lessen the amount of instructions given to VFR traffic, the Controller shall issue the `Ambury` VFR arrival where possible. Once the Pilot reports overhead `Little Creek`., the Controller shall integrate them with the circuit. [AIP Chart refers](https://www.aip.net.nz/assets/AIP/Aerodrome-Charts/Auckland-NZAA/NZAA_35.1_35.2.pdf){ target=new }. +In order to lessen the amount of instructions given to VFR traffic, the Controller shall issue the `Mangere Bridge` VFR arrival where possible. Once the Pilot reports overhead Mangere Town, the Controller shall integrate them with the circuit. [AIP Chart refers](https://www.aip.net.nz/assets/AIP/Aerodrome-Charts/Auckland-NZAA/NZAA_35.1_35.2.pdf){ target=new }. !!! important If instructed to join via the overhead, it is the Controller's responsibilty to ensure that the missed approach is protected. A non-circuit side join may be given instead. @@ -265,7 +261,7 @@ In order to lessen the amount of instructions given to VFR traffic, the Controll ### Departure -In order to lessen the amount of instructions given to VFR traffic, the Controller shall issue the `Ambury` VFR departure at all times - ([AIP Chart](https://www.aip.net.nz/assets/AIP/Aerodrome-Charts/Auckland-NZAA/NZAA_64.1.pdf){ target=new }). Once the Pilot reaches `Ambury Park`, the aircraft shall be handed off to UNICOM or Approach where appropriate. +In order to lessen the amount of instructions given to VFR traffic, the Controller shall issue the `Mangere Bridge` VFR departure at all times - ([AIP Chart](https://www.aip.net.nz/assets/AIP/Aerodrome-Charts/Auckland-NZAA/NZAA_64.1.pdf){ target=new }). Once the Pilot reaches Mangere Bridge, the aircraft shall be handed off to UNICOM or Approach where appropriate. If a departing VFR aircraft requests to climb into controlled airspace, this shall be coordinated with Approach. The Tower Controller may amend the clearance as they see fit while the aircraft is in their Control Zone, however must be coordinated with Approach if the ammendment changes their Control Area entry point. diff --git a/docs/aerodromes/Class-C/nzch.md b/docs/aerodromes/Class-C/nzch.md index 698e8dbc..a8942ef4 100644 --- a/docs/aerodromes/Class-C/nzch.md +++ b/docs/aerodromes/Class-C/nzch.md @@ -72,16 +72,16 @@ Pushback and startup clearances are managed by the Ground Controller. Due to the !!! info "Starting on Stand at the Terminal" Christchurch utilises W/E stands to allow for Props to park into the wind. Aircraft utilising these stands do not require a push-back, and may start on stand. -| Stands / Gates | Usage | Has a W/E stand? | Pushback required? | Pushback Location | Notes | -| ----------------- | ------------------- | ---------------- | ------------------ | ----------------- |---------------------------------------------------------------------- | -| 3 and 4 | Cat B Props | Yes, only | No | N/A | Designed for C208 or PC12 type aircraft | -| 5 to 8 | Turboprops | Yes | No | Twy `F` | Both Nose-in, and W/E | -| 9, 11, 12, 13, 15 | Turboprops | Yes | No | Twy `F` | Both Nose-in, and W/E | -| 10, 14 | Turboprops | No | No | Twy `F` | | -| 16 | Turboprops and Jets | No | No | Twy `F` | | -| 17 to 22 | Turboprops and Jets | No | **Yes** | Twy `A` | Primarily for Jets, but turboprop capable | -| 26 to 28 | Jets | No | **Yes** | Twy `A` | If Rwy 02 is active, Stand 28 shall be pushed clear of `A4` | -| 29 to 35 | Jets | No | **Yes** | Twy `A15` | International Stands | +| Stands / Gates | Usage | Has a W/E stand? | Pushback Location | Notes | +| ----------------- | ------------------- | ---------------- | ----------------- | -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- | +| 3 and 4 | Cat B Props | Yes, only | N/A | Designed for C208 or PC12 type aircraft | +| 5 to 8 | Turboprops | Yes | Twy `F` | Both Nose-in, and W/E | +| 9, 11, 12, 13, 15 | Turboprops | Yes | Twy `F` | Both Nose-in, and W/E | +| 10, 14 | Turboprops | No | Twy `F` | | +| 16 | Turboprops and Jets | No | Twy `F` | | +| 17 to 22 | Turboprops and Jets | No | Twy `A` | Primarily for Jets, but turboprop capable | +| 26 to 28 | Jets | No | Twy `A` | If Rwy 02 is active, Stand 28 shall be pushed clear of `A4`, or may be pushed on `A15` | +| 29 to 35 | Jets | No | Twy `A15` | International Stands | #### Use of Holding Points @@ -127,8 +127,7 @@ The Post Apron is on the northern side of `A4`, and is used by DHL, Qantas Freig The Romeo Apron is a transitional apron, and is commonly used by aircraft arriving at the aerodrome without a contracted parking location, or for overflow or long-term parking. -!!! info - Aircraft utilising Stands R1A, R1B, and R3A stands may start on stand. Aircraft utilising Stands R1, R2 or R3 must be pushed onto `A15`. +Aircraft utilising Stands R1A, R1B, and R3A stands may start on stand. Aircraft utilising Stands R1, R2 or R3 must be pushed onto `A15`. #### Antarctic Apron diff --git a/docs/aerodromes/Class-C/nzwn.md b/docs/aerodromes/Class-C/nzwn.md index 67405554..3d4c84a2 100644 --- a/docs/aerodromes/Class-C/nzwn.md +++ b/docs/aerodromes/Class-C/nzwn.md @@ -26,7 +26,7 @@ ## Airspace -The Wellington CTR/C follows the lateral boundaries as shown below from `SFC` to `A025`. The CTR/C comprises of seven sectors - Kelburn, West, Sinclar, Turakirae, East, Somes and Instrument Sectors. +The Wellington CTR/C follows the lateral boundaries as shown below from `SFC` to `A025`. The CTR/C comprises of seven sectors - Kelburn, West, Sinclar, South East, East, Somes and Instrument Sectors.
![Wellington Control Zone](./assets/nzwn-airspace.png) diff --git a/docs/aerodromes/Procedural/nzdn.md b/docs/aerodromes/Procedural/nzdn.md index bd06d1e6..a3717997 100644 --- a/docs/aerodromes/Procedural/nzdn.md +++ b/docs/aerodromes/Procedural/nzdn.md @@ -57,15 +57,6 @@ Controllers should make use of the holding point on TWY `B` to allow for multipl IFR traffic departing via BIDEL shall be handed off to STH either crossing BIDEL or passing `A095`. Other IFR departures shall be handed off either crossing the lateral boundary of the airspace or when passing the upper limit of `A095` or `A135`. -### Initial Climb Level - -Dunedin Tower shall only climb aircraft to a maximum altitude of `FL250`. Aircraft with an RFL higher than `FL250` can expect higher climb once handed over. - -!!! example "Intermediate Climb" - **ANZ622**: *"ANZ622, airborne passing 1,300 feet"* - - **Dunedin Tower**: *"ANZ622, climb via the SID, intermediate flight level 250"* - ### DCL Dunedin Tower may issue a clearance via DCL for any departing jets. All prop aircraft shall automatically revert to voice. diff --git a/docs/enroute/STH.md b/docs/enroute/STH.md index bed34a62..30ab9eaa 100644 --- a/docs/enroute/STH.md +++ b/docs/enroute/STH.md @@ -57,8 +57,6 @@ STH shall ensure that aircraft overflying the CH TMA are no lower than `A110` wi STH shall ensure that an efficient arrival flow is managed into DN TWR's airspace. -DN TWR is only authorised to climb aircraft to a maximum of `FL250`. On handover, STH shall clear the aircraft to its RFL. - When DN TWR is offline, the DN Procedural Tower service shall be provided by STH. When responsible for DN TWR, STH may opt to provide a radar approach service, rather than a procedural approach service. @@ -130,8 +128,6 @@ These arrivals provide track shortening of **4NM** compared to the `A`/`B` arriv STH shall issue STARs to aircraft bound for NZDN without coordination from DN TWR. -DN TWR is only authorised to climb aircraft to a maximum of `FL250`. On handover, STH shall clear the aircraft to its RFL. - STH may descend NZDN bound aircraft to `A100`, unless the aircraft has been given the `BASOS` oceanic STAR, where the following conditions apply - - The aircraft shall be descended no lower than `FL190` whilst overflying QN TMA airspace. If further descent is required, the aircraft shall be handed to QN TMA, who will hand the aircraft back no later that 15nm from `BASOS`. diff --git a/docs/terminal/atma.md b/docs/terminal/atma.md index 8d9ed29f..4b0b0226 100644 --- a/docs/terminal/atma.md +++ b/docs/terminal/atma.md @@ -65,7 +65,7 @@ TMA may utilise SID track-shortening where necessary. Where an aircraft is issue !!! hint "RTF for re-joining a SID" Where an aircraft has been taken off their assigned SID, and is required to then re-join at a later point, the following RTF must be used: - **ATMA**: *New Zealand 677, track direct ORIDI to rejoin the SID/STAR*. + **ATMA**: *New Zealand 677, track direct LAKES to rejoin the SID/STAR*. #### OCR @@ -83,11 +83,11 @@ Prior coordination or notification is not required for the following flights: | Criteria to be met | Clearance Limit | | ----------------------------------------------------------------------------- | --------------------------------------- | -| DEST is not NZNP | Direct to: `IGBAT`, `NP VOR` or `LAKAR` | -| Aircraft is west of `IGBAT`, DEST is NZCH and is a jet | Direct to `NS VOR` | +| DEST is not NZNP | Direct to: `KARRL`, `NP VOR` or `LAKAR` | +| Aircraft is west of `KARRL`, DEST is NZCH and is a jet | Direct to `NS VOR` | | DEST is not NZHN | Direct to `HN VOR` | -| Aircraft Enters RAN sector east of `ORIDI`-`DROPT` track and west of `HN VOR` | Direct to `DROPT` | -| Aircraft enters RAN sector west of `IGBAT` | Direct to `SILVO` | +| Aircraft Enters RAN sector east of `LAKES`-`DROPT` track and west of `HN VOR` | Direct to `DROPT` | +| Aircraft enters RAN sector west of `KARRL` | Direct to `SILVO` | | Level is `A100` or below | via FPR on non-standard routes | #### BAY @@ -141,9 +141,9 @@ For IFR aircraft leaving ATMA and controlled airspace on descent, ATMA shall iss If the aircraft is terminating their FPL underneath ATMA, they shall be instructed to contact you on the ground to cancel their IFR flight plan. If their flight is terminating underneath another sector, such as OCR, they shall be instructed to contact that sector. This shall be coordinated. !!! Example Clearance - **ATMA**: *EAM Cleared to Rotorua via `ORIDI`, direct `ESKER` at 8,000ft, Squawk 5623* + **ATMA**: *EAM Cleared to Rotorua via `LAKES`, direct `ESKER` at 8,000ft, Squawk 5623* - **EAM**: *Cleared to Rotorua via `ORIDI`, direct `ESKER` at 8,000ft, Squawk 5623, EAM* + **EAM**: *Cleared to Rotorua via `LAKES`, direct `ESKER` at 8,000ft, Squawk 5623, EAM* **ATMA**: *EAM, Readback correct, clearance not vaild, report on the taxi, Northland QNH 1015*