General - Section 1 Flashcards
What are the forms of separation available to ATCOs?
- Level (Vertical)
- Distance (Horizontal)
- Time
What are some examples of items that should be entered into the ATC Watch Log?
- ATC systems Serviceability
- Essential aerodrome information
- Runway in Use
- Routine Equipment Checks
- Reportable events (Accidents, LOS)
- Any unusual occurrences
- Flow
- Go Arounds
What should an incoming ATCO be aware of when taking over a position and how is this combated?
Errors and omissions by the outgoing ATCO
Combated by a thorough check of the hand-over form, EFPS display and other information sources
Describe the Gatwick ATZ
Surface to 2000ft AGL
2.5nm radius from the midpoint of the Main
Describe the Gatwick CTR
Surface to 2500 ft QNH within the area detailed in the UK AIP
Define the Gatwick CTA
1500 ft QNH to 2500 ft QNH within the area detailed in the UK AIP
What class of airspace are the Gatwick ATZ/CTR/CTA?
Class D
What is the frequency of Gatwick Ground?
121.805
What is the frequency of Gatwick Tower?
124.230
What is the frequency of Gatwick Delivery?
121.955
What is the frequency of Gatwick Director?
126.825
What is the frequency of Gatwick FIN?
118.950
Which surface wind is to be transmitted to aircraft?
The 2 minute average touchdown wind
If the touchdown wind for the Runway in Use is not available, what should be used?
Stop End Wind, and the words “Stop End” must be included in the transmission
Which wind does ADIS normally show?
2 minute average Touchdown wind
When will Variation be shown on ADIS?
If variation has been more than 60º over the last 10 minutes
When will a maximum wind be shown on ADIS?
When the max wind is 10 knots or more above than 2-minute average
When will a minimum wind be shown on ADIS?
When the min wind is 10 knots or more lower than 2-minute average
To which aircraft can the directional variation in wind be omitted?
At 5kts and below, directional variation can be omitted for arriving aircraft
When an accident or incident occurs at or near the aerodrome, what must happen regarding the met?
A SPECI must be issued.
What is the ATIS frequency?
136.525
Should any NOTAMs be included in the ATIS?
Safety Critical NOTAMS should be included in ATIS for 24hrs
Is a manual assessment of RVR available at Gatwick?
No
When are IRVR values to be passed to aircraft?
Whenever an IRVR value is displayed
Which IRVR values on the ADIS are to be routinely transmitted to Pilots?
Only those displayed in White
Which IRVR values must be passed to aircraft when using 26R?
All Three
If the Touchdown IRVR is unserviceable, which reading may be passed?
Midpoint, if the pilot is told that the touchdown reading is unavailable
If the 26R touchdown IRVR fails, can the mid-point be used instead?
No, if 26R Touchdown IRVR fails the whole system is considered unserviceable
What setting must the runway edge lights be at for the IRVR system to give useable readings?
10%
When large scale diversions are immiment what will the AOM activate?
Airfield Disruption Cell
What is the purpose of the Airfield Disruption Cell?
To determine the allocation of resources to minimise airport disruption
Describe Plan 39
Mass Diversion Protocol.
Immediate and pre-authorised additional landing capacity for airlines and aircraft types at specified airports
Which agencies have the authority to detain aircraft at Gatwick?
The Police
HM Customs
The CEO of GAL (who has authorised the AOM to act on their behalf)
What are the callsigns of Redhill based Helimed and Police Helicopters?
Helimed 21
Helimed 60
Police 37
How will Police and Helimed request routing southbound through Gatwick ATZ from Redhill when Redhill is Open and what will their clearance be?
Redhill ATC will request a clearance from the AIR controller
Clearance - North Terminal not above 1500ft VFR
AIR will co-ordinate with TC ASAP
How will Police and Helimed request routing southbound through Gatwick ATZ when departing from Redhill when Redhill is Closed and what will their clearance be?
Helicopter crew will call the AIR controller directly on start-up via R/T, and request clearance to the North Terminal prior to lifting
Clearance - “Cleared into the Gatwick ATZ, VFR, Clearance Limit North Terminal not above altitude 1500ft. QNH xxxx”. AIR will co-ordinate with TC ASAP
How will Police and Helimed request routing southbound avoiding Gatwick ATZ when departing from Redhill and what are the two routes available?
Clearance will be given by TC who will coordinate with AIR.
The two routes available are:
* Capel : to Capel on A24 not above 1000ft
* Lingfield : to Lingfield not above 1000ft
TC may give further climb, once the aircraft is south of the centreline
How will Police and Helimed request routing northbound through the Gatwick CTR on return to Redhill and what are the three routes available?
Crew will request clearance from TC who will coordinate with AIR
The three routes available are:
* Capel : via Capel on A24 not above 1500ft (not above 1000ft through extended centreline)
* Lingfield : via Lingfield not above 1500ft (not above 1000ft through extended centreline)
* Through the ATZ
Describe the Drone Flight Restriction Zones around Gatwick
The Drone Flight Restriction Zone is made up of two parts
Aerodrome Traffic Zone (ATZ)
and
Runway Protection Zone (RPZ) - A rectangle 5km x 1km up to 2000ft AGL aligned with the runway centreline
List the Categories on the ILS CSU
U3 - Localiser and Glidepath CAT III
2 - Localiser and Glidepath CAT II
1 - Localiser and Glidepath CAT I
2L3 - Glidepath CAT II, Localiser CAT III
1L3 - Glidepath CAT I, Localiser CAT III
L3 - Glidepath Off, Localiser CAT III
L2 - Glidepath Off, Localiser CAT II
L1 - Glidepath Off, Localiser CAT I
NC - Localiser and Glidepath NON CAT
OFF - ILS Not Radiating
MX - Part/All ILS on Maintenance
U/S - System Fault
When would ILS Fluctations lead to the ILS being withdrawn?
After multiple reports over an hour or any consecutive reports
What are the actions in the event of a Failure of VCCS?
- EVCS should be used in the first instance for a very short period, then
- Change headset
- Switch VCCS channels
- Change position
What airfield actions is the Aerodrome Authority (GAL) Responsible for?
- The closure and re-opening of the aerodrome
- The withdrawal and return to use of the runway, taxiways, and associated lighting
- The revision of declared distances
- Runway, taxiway, and apron markings
- NOTAM action to promulgate changes of the above
- Snow clearing and SNOWTAM action
- Bird Scaring
When are Idle engine runs allowed?
24/7 During Main, Northern Runway and LVP operations
EXCEPT between 2200-0700 LOCAL on Pier 4, Pier 5 and stands 64-68
When are high powered engine runs allowed?
Main and Northern Runway Ops
0700-2200 LOCAL Only
LVPs
NOT PERMITTED
Where will high power engine runs usually take place on Main Runway Operations?
A2 (08R Ops)
J4 (26L Ops)
Yankee Plates (Max Code C)
Block 38S
What are the restrictions for aircraft conducting an engine run at A2?
All Aircraft
08R Use Only
Rules for Code D and E aircraft
Positioned slightly north of the centreline
AN between N and A downgraded to maximum code D
Last available exit from 08R is BR
Alpha TUBS shall be selected
Rules for Code C Aircraft
Positioned on the centreline with no restrictions
What are the restrictions for aircraft conducting an engine run at J4?
Code E Aircraft
26L in Use
38S Unavailable
Positioned slightly south of J centreline.
Last available exit from 26L is H
J TUBS shall be selected
Consideration must be given to Code F arrivals
Code D & C Aircraft
Positioned on the centreline with no restrictions
Where will high power engine runs usually take place during Northern Runway Operations and what is the maximum size aircraft that can perform one there?
Yankee Plates
Max Code C
What are the restrictions associated with an engine run on the Yankee Plates?
Maximum Code C
When engine run faces east, no aircraft movements are permitted between Y1 and the H6 pan
Can Grass Cutting take place on the manoeuvring area during LVOs?
No
Does Grass Cutting inside the CGA block the runway, and if so, what has to happen?
Yes, a “Runway Blocked” FDE must be placed in the runway bay to reflect this
If a grass cutter wishes to cross an RET whilst remaining outside of the CGA, can they do so under their own lookout?
No, Grass cutters must obtain clearance to cross RET’s from AIR
What shall ATC do upon receipt of information of a laser attack?
Anticipate the need for the pilot to adopt manoeuvres/operational techniques to minimise the impact on aircraft
Advise other aircraft
Inform the Police
What happens during Drone State Green?
Nothing, this is the normal state
Describe Drone State Amber
- AIR shall pass traffic information to all aircraft on the Drone
- AIR shall request a minimum arrival spacing of 6nm
- AIR is not permitted to use RSVA
- AIR shall only use time-based separation for departures
Describe Drone State Red
- Stop all Movements
- A message shall be placed on the ATIS
