LVO

Question 1

What are the requirements with regards LVP’s prior to commencing an LVO?

Answer 1

Check LVP’s are in effect. If not published on the ATIS, the Commander shall confirm with ATC that “LVP” are in effect, at the time of actual operation (refer to OM C for regional procedures where the term “LVP” is not used).

Question 2

For a LVTO with RVR less than 400m, can the reported RVR value representative of the initial part of the take-off run be replaced by pilot assessment?

Answer 2

YES. Prior to commencing a LVTO, the Commander must ensure that the minimum RVR value specified can be achieved for all reporting points.

Question 3

What are the new approach type classification?

Answer 3

1. Type A - Instrument Approach Operation with MDH/DH at or above 250 ft.
2. Type B - Instrument Approach Operation with a DH below 250 ft. Type B Instrument Approach Operations are categorized as:

• CAT I: a DH not lower than 200 ft and with either a visibility not less than 800m or an RVR not less than 550m;
• CAT II: a DH lower than 200ft but not lower than 100ft, and an RVR not less than 300m;
• CAT III: a DH lower than 100ft or no DH, and a RVR less than 300m or no RVR limitation.

Question 4

What are the revisions to the landing minimums in terms of CAT III approaches?

Answer 4

CAT IIIA and CAT IIIB tables are replaced by single CAT III ILS table which indicates the lowest RVR value. Same States may publish a DH and or required RVR if it differs from standard values.

Question 5

What are the RVR requirements for continuation of approach?

Answer 5

1. The touchdown RVR shall be the controlling RVR.
2. If the touchdown zone RVR is not reported, then the midpoint RVR shall be the controlling RVR.
3. Where the RVR is not available, CMV shall be used (except in LVO).

Question 6

Low Visibility Take-Off operations (LVTO)

Answer 6

Requirement of Low Visibility Procedures for take-off operations below RVR 550m and operator approval for LVTO below RVR 400m.