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
Ensure that departure clearances are co-ordinated with other ATSUs as necessary
Issue airways or zone clearances
Regulate the flow of departing traffic to optimise runway utilisation, minimise delays at the holding point 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