Section 1, Chapter 17 - Co-ordination With Adjacent Aerodromes

Question 1

What are the key points of coordination with Langford Lodge Airfield (EGAL)?

Answer 1

• Owned by: Martin Baker Ltd.
• Status: Unlicensed airfield.
• Runways: 26/08 and 03/21.
• Facilities: No lighting or approach aids.
• Weather Conditions: Use EGAA’s reported conditions for operations to/from EGAL.

Question 2

What are the procedures for Langford Lodge arrivals?

Answer 2

Landing Runway:
* Ascertain the intended landing runway in good time.

Separation and Traffic Info:
* Apply separation and pass traffic information as necessary.

Surface Wind and QNH:
* Pass the surface wind at Aldergrove and the QNH (not the QFE).

On-Ground Report:
* Request the aircraft to report when on the ground at Langford Lodge.

Question 3

What are the procedures for IFR arrivals to Langford Lodge in IMC?

Answer 3

Instrument Approach to EGAA:

• Aldergrove will accommodate an instrument approach followed by:
• Landing at EGAA, or
• Pilot request to cancel IFR and continue VFR/SVFR to EGAL.

Pilot Request:

• Pilot specifies: “MBE 01/2/3 request cancel IFR and route VFR/SVFR to ‘x’ nm center fix RWY ‘AB’ at Langford.”

Center Fixes:

• Located between 5 and 2 miles from the runway in use, outside the Aldergrove ATZ.

Visual Manoeuvring:

• Not available for landing at EGAL off the Aldergrove instrument approach while remaining IFR.

Missed Approach Instructions:

• Provided before instrument approach:
• “C/S - after cancelling IFR, continue NAB A2000’ S/VFR. Report cancelling IFR.”
• Clearance coordinated with ADC.

Weather Deterioration:

• If weather deteriorates below SVFR minima before IFR cancellation, clearance is cancelled and pilot intentions are sought.
• If weather deteriorates below minima after IFR cancellation, handle as per VFR arrivals.

Question 4

What are the missed approach procedures for Langford Lodge (EGAL)?

Answer 4

ATZ Penetration:

• MAPs from EGAL should not penetrate the ATZ.

Easterly Runway Instructions:

• Consider issuing MAP instructions in advance that include ATZ transit appropriate to prevailing weather conditions.
• Alternatively, a left turn to remain clear of the ATZ if available.

Expected Routing:

• Aircraft can be expected to turn away from EGAA extended centrelines and route to Portmore Lough to hold until instructed otherwise.

Question 5

How are VFR arrivals to Langford Lodge handled?

Answer 5

Handling Procedure:
* VFR inbounds to Langford Lodge are handled the same as Aldergrove VFR inbounds.

Transfer from APC:
* Transfer occurs when the pilot reports Langford Lodge in sight.

Question 6

What are the procedures for IFR departures from Langford Lodge?

Answer 6

Pilot Responsibilities:

• Determine acceptable visibility for departure.
• Ensure in-flight visibility and terrain separation.
• No radar headings until at or above terrain safe altitude.
• File an electronic flight plan for direct routing from Langford Lodge to Chalgrove.

ADC Responsibilities:

• Ensure PC Antrim Sector (ASST) has full flight details.
• Ascertain the runway to be used and pass Aldergrove QNH when pilot contacts ATC.
• Prior coordination with INT and ADC for all departures (VFR or IFR).
• Instruct the pilot accordingly and ensure separation and traffic information.
• Transmit Aldergrove surface wind and request the pilot to report when airborne (do not “clear for take-off”).

INT Responsibilities:

• Coordinate departure with PC Antrim Sector, handle as per “FREEFLOW” procedures with allocated squawk.
• Coordinate with PC if intended route and cruising level affect Class A airspace.
• Coordinate departure with ADC, passing squawk and any routing or other restrictions.

Question 7

Where can you find the coordination procedures with Belfast City?

Answer 7

Location of Procedures:
* Detailed in Section 4.