GMP - Section 2 Flashcards
What is the GMP frequency?
121.955
What are the responsibilities of GMP?
Transmit pre-flight data to aircraft
Check the accuracy of FDEs
Co-ordinate with other ATSUs as necessary
Issue airways or zone clearances
Regulate the flow of traffic to optimise runway utilisation and protect GMC
If a pilot reports that they are unable to receive the ATIS, what is the ATCO to pass them?
Runway in use
Weather
QNH
IRVR
Any other relevant information
What is the ATIS frequency?
136.525
How does Gatwick ATC confirm QNH with aircraft?
Confirm QNH with clearance or engine start approval
Broadcast QNH Changes
Set QNH on EFPS Status Bar and in FDEs
To avoid accidental pushbacks, what phraseology shall be used when transferring communication from GMP to GMC?
“[callsign], hold position, contact ground on 121.805”
GMP may approve start on stand provided what?
The phrase “hold position” is included
GMP verbally informs GMC of start prior to transfer
What are the contents of a clearance?
Callsign
Clearance Limit
Route
Squawk
Time Restrictions
What must happen to the FDE if the ATCO issues heading and level instructions to aircraft?
It shall be added in the HDG and ALT boxes
If ATC becomes aware of differing aircraft details from the FDE what must happen?
The pilot must be advised and the airline/GHA must correct it before the flight can depart
Below what met values shall pilots operating VFR within Gatwick ATZ be notified?
Met Vis 5km
Cloud Ceiling 1500ft
Below what met values shall pilots operating SVFR within Gatwick ATZ be notified?
Fixed Wing Met Vis 1500m
Helicopters Met Vis 800m
Cloud Ceiling 600ft
If a jet requests clearance to depart from Gatwick VFR, what phraseology should be used?
“[callsign] leave the Gatwick Control Zone VFR to the (west/east/south) following the published Noise Preferential Route, not above 2400ft Gatwick QNH, squawk (3764/3765/3766)”
Can a jet leave VFR to the north?
No as there is no NPR
Can a jet be issued with a SVFR clearance?
No, as the requirement for them to operate not above 1500ft Gatwick QNH has been deemed by GAL to be non-compliant with the airport noise abatement procedures.
Can GMP approve exceedance of the 250kt limit?
No
What are the three elements of the SID designator?
Basic Indicator - Where the SID terminates
Validity Indicator - A number to identify which version is currently in use
Suffix - A letter to determine which runway the SID applies to
Which runways do the SID suffixes apply to?
M - Runway 26L Conventional
P - Runway 08R Conventional
V - Runway 26R Convetional
W - Runway 08L Conventional
X - Runway 26L RNAV
Z - Runway 08R RNAV
When can BOGNA/HARDY SIDs not be used on 26L?
2300 to 0559 Local
When can SFD SIDs not be used on 26L?
0600 - 2259 Local
Which departures require approval from TC prior to issuing start up clearance?
LTMA, Farnborough and Wessex Airfields
Which departures require a release from TC SE before committing the aircraft to the Runway?
Heathrow
Northolt
City
Biggin Hill
Southend
Stansted
Luton
Which departures require a release from TC SW before committing the aircraft to the Runway?
Farnborough
Wessex Group
Are there separation restrictions behind a Heathrow/Northolt departure?
Yes. A minimum of 3 minutes separation shall be applied between a departure via this route and a succeeding DVR, MIMFO, ODVIK, FRANE or LAM SID
Are departures to City, Biggin Hill and Southend given a clearance all the way to destination?
No. The clearance issued is “[callsign] cleared to DET on a FRANExx, squawk xx”
What SID shall departures to Stansted or Luton be issued and is the clearance to destination?
FRANE, with clearance issued to destination
What SID shall departures to Bournemouth or Southampton be issued and is the clearance to destination?
IMVUR/NOVMA or SAM, with clearance issued to destination.
What SID shall departures to Farnborough or Wessex Group be issued and is the clearance to destination?
IMVUR/NOVMA or SAM, with clearance issued to destination.
Which frequency shall departures to Farnborough or Wessex Group be transferred after departure?
KK FIN unless coordinated otherwise
What is the MDI for KENET departures?
1 per 6
Which frequency will TUGs freecall?
GMP when open, otherwise GMC
Do towed movements require transponders?
Yes
When is a non-transponding towed movement permitted?
Only if escorted by a transponding Ops vehicle.
Which discreet SSR codes are available for Gatwick Tower and TC Gatwick to allocate?
Gatwick Tower : 3764 - 3766
TC Gatwick : 3750 - 3761
What is the London Saturation SSR code and is it given to aircraft?
7100 and it is not to be given to aircraft in any circumstance, it is for information only. Aircraft must not be given clearance until a discreet SSR has been allocated.
What is the tolerance of a CTOT?
-5 to +10
Who should be called for a CTOT negotiation regarding a UK/Irish flight?
UK FMP
Who should be called for a CTOT negotiation regarding an international departure?
NMOC
If an aircraft is subject to MDI/ADI and a CTOT, can the CTOT be disregarded?
Not entirely. The aircraft may not depart before CTOT -5 but may depart after CTOT +10
What does ARDS stand for?
Airfield Reasonable Departure Separation
What is the clearance for an aircraft to Heathrow or Northolt?
26
“(Callsign) cleared to Heathrow/Northolt, after departure climb straight ahead to altitude 4000ft, at 2.3DME turn right heading 075 degrees, speed limit 220kts”
08
“(Callsign) cleared to Heathrow/Northolt, after departure climb straight ahead to altitude 6000ft, at 5DME turn right heading 090 degrees, speed limit 250kts”
