Releases Flashcards
As stated in MATS 1, describe the process used by Area Control for the release of arriving aircraft to Approach Control and list the information that Area Control is required to provide. State any conditions that apply (do not include procedures above FL195, when approach sequencing is in force, aerodromes in Class G airspace and alternatives to the normal holding facility). 14 marks.
Area Control shall pass estimates on and release inbound aircraft to Approach Control. Inbound estimates shall be passed at least 15 minutes prior to the arrival of the aircraft at the designated approach fix.
Release messages shall be passed to Approach Control in a timely manner as specified in unit (MATS Part 2) procedures and shall contain the following:
1) Aircraft Identity, Type and SSR code (if applicable)
2) Point of departure
3) Release point
4) Estimated Time and Level at the holding facility, or arrival time and level at holding facility if the release is given after arrival
5) Expected approach time
6) Contact point
Aircraft released to Approach Control must be within controlled airspace when the release becomes effective. All other aircraft at lower levels must also be released or procedural separation provided. Aircraft released to Approach Control shall not be levelled off, or climbed above the level at the holding facility passed in the release message without coordination with Area Control.
