Section 1, Chapter 18 - Letters Of Agreement Flashcards
What are the key details about the Letter of Agreement with Belfast Flying Club (Spectrum Aviation)?
Name and Approval:
- Belfast Flying Club, also known as Spectrum Aviation, is a CAA Approved training facility.
Location:
- Based at the GAT Aldergrove.
Training Provided:
- Offers training for NPPL, PPL, IMC, and Night Ratings.
Calls Sign:
- Uses the callsign “SPECTRUM” (SPJ).
- Prefixes callsign with “STUDENT” to indicate a student pilot undergoing basic flying training.
What are the circuit procedures for Spectrum Aviation at Belfast Flying Club?
Standard Circuit Height:
- 1000 ft QFE.
Low Level Circuits:
- May be requested and are approved at the discretion of the Aerodrome Controller.
What are the procedures and restrictions for solo student flights at Spectrum Aviation?
First Solo Flights:
- Coordinated between the instructor and ATC.
- Not authorized during the last 45 minutes of ‘day’.
- ATC will advise RFFS when a first solo is about to take place.
Restrictions for Solo Student Pilots:
- No immediate take-off instructions.
- No instructions to fly tight circuits.
- No orbits on final approach unless requested by the pilot.
- No excessively early turns on climb out.
What is the procedure for simulated engine failure after take-off at Spectrum Aviation?
Advance Warning:
* Practice engine failures on take-off will be preceded by advance warning.
RFFS Notification:
* ATC shall advise the RFFS of such practices.
What is the procedure for requesting approval for instrument flight training within the Belfast TMA at Spectrum Aviation?
Request Method:
- Pilots must telephone or email (bfsatc@nats.co.uk) to request approval.
Authorization:
- Approval must be authorized by the ATC Watch Manager.
What are the radio failure procedures for Spectrum Aviation?
General Procedures:
- Stand-Alone Radio: Spectrum Aviation uses a CAA approved stand-alone 760 channel/8.33 kHz radio.
- Mobile Phone: If both main and stand-alone radios fail, pilots should use a mobile phone to contact ATC.
- Speechless Code: Controllers should be familiar with the ‘Speechless Code’ available on APR and ADI iPads.
Pilot Actions:
- Squawk: A7600 if transponder equipped.
- Transmit Blind: Position reports and intentions if the transmitter might be working.
- Listen to ATIS: To establish runway in use, QNH, etc.
Aircraft in the Circuit:
- Follow last ATC instruction and look for ALDIS light signals from the ATC Tower.
- If on final without landing clearance, initiate missed approach and follow last flown circuit pattern.
- Orbit at the end of the downwind leg, clear of final approach areas, and look for light signals.
- Perform 5 orbits if no light signals are seen, then route to final and land.
Aircraft Outside the Circuit:
- Return to land at Belfast International, joining the nearest circuit pattern at or below 2000ft VFR.
- Orbit at the end of the downwind leg, look for light signals, and perform 5 orbits if no signals are seen, then route to final and land.
Aircraft Outside the Control Zone/TMA:
- Daylight Hours: Land elsewhere.
- Hours of Darkness: Approach the airfield boundary, join the nearest circuit pattern at or below 3000ft VFR, orbit at the end of the downwind leg, look for light signals, perform 5 orbits if no signals are seen, then route to final and land.
What are the flight details and procedures for balloon GOKYA based near EGAA?
Base Location:
- Approximately 8NM North-East of EGAA within Class D airspace.
Advance Notice:
- Pilot should email Aldergrove ATC the day before launch with intentions, rough timings, callsign, POB, and estimated routing details.
Booking Out:
- At least ten minutes prior to departure, the pilot must book out with Aldergrove ATC by telephone, providing call sign, flight details, and ETD.
- Inform Aldergrove ATC if the ETD varies by ten minutes or more.
Transponder Use:
- If GOKYA has a serviceable transponder, select squawk 7030 or any squawk issued by ATC before getting airborne.
Zone Clearance:
- Booking out does NOT constitute zone clearance. Clearance must be obtained via RT from Aldergrove Radar.
What are the ATC procedures for managing balloon GOKYA flights?
Segregated Airspace:
- Created for ‘GOKYA’ extending from the ground to 1500ft QNH with a 2nm diameter.
Pre-Flight ATC Actions:
- At least 10 minutes before GOKYA’s ETD, select the ‘GOKYA’ map on the Radar display.
Separation for IFR Traffic:
- Provide a minimum of 500ft vertical and 1nm lateral separation from the segregated area.
Information for VFR Traffic:
- Provide generic traffic information on GOKYA as appropriate.
What are the procedures for GOKYA balloon operations when Runway 25/07 is in use?
Departure Conditions:
- Only depart if the wind drift is from the south and the balloon will not drift past the 25/07 Clearance Limit Line (CLL) from Toome VRP to Ballyclare.
Contacting ATC:
- Contact Aldergrove Approach as soon as possible, within 1nm from the departure point, to obtain a zone clearance.
- Set course only after receiving clearance and subject to any ATC restrictions.
Altitude Restriction:
- Climb not above 1500ft QNH VFR.
Drift and Landing:
- If the balloon drifts south of the CLL, advise ATC immediately and land as soon as possible.
Pilot Responsibilities:
- Maintain a good lookout until contact with Aldergrove Approach is established.
- Ensure the balloon remains clear of the instrument approach areas to Runway 25 at all times.
What are the procedures for GOKYA balloon operations when Runway 17/35 is in use?
Departure Conditions:
- Only depart if the wind drift is from the south/south-west and the balloon will not drift west of the 17/35 Clearance Limit Line (CLL) from the windfarm (at the NE CTR boundary), through Templepatrick to Lisburn.
Contacting ATC:
- Contact Aldergrove Approach as soon as possible, within 1nm from the departure point, to obtain a zone clearance.
- Set course only after receiving clearance and subject to any ATC restrictions.
Altitude Restriction:
- Climb not above 1500ft QNH VFR.
Drift and Landing:
- If the balloon drifts west of the 17/35 CLL, advise ATC immediately and land as soon as possible.
Pilot Responsibilities:
- Maintain a good lookout until contact with Aldergrove Approach is established.
- Ensure the balloon remains clear of the instrument approach areas to Runway 17 at all times.
What is the procedure for deactivating the GOKYA segregated airspace after landing?
Post-Landing Action:
* The operator/pilot should telephone Aldergrove ATC to deactivate the GOKYA segregated airspace after landing, whether at the launch site after an abandoned take-off or after an ad hoc landing.
What are the procedures for GOKYA in the event of an RTF failure during outbound flights?
With Clearance Received:
- Continue as per procedures in paragraph 18.4.2.1 or 18.4.2.2.
- After leaving the zone, land at the nearest suitable landing site outside the CTR.
- Telephone Aldergrove ATC as soon as possible after landing.
Without Clearance Received:
- If radio failure occurs on departure and no clearance has been received, land as soon as possible.
- Notify ATC as soon as possible after landing.
What are the general details and restrictions for the Ulster Model Aircraft Club (UMAC) flying site?
Location:
- Eastern portion of the disused Nutt’s Corner airfield, west of the A26 road.
- Approximate coordinates: 126° at 2.5nm (543748N 0060938W) from the Aerodrome Reference Point.
- Located within Class D airspace and a portion lies inside the Aerodrome Traffic Zone and EGAA FRZ.
Usage:
- Site routinely used by aircraft holding for clearance to final and by transiting fixed wing and rotary aircraft.
Permitted Operations:
- Flying of model aircraft up to a Maximum Take Off Mass (MTOM) of 25kg.
- Restricted to sporting and recreational purposes.
- Does not absolve the need for CAA permissions for aerial or surveillance work.
- Operators must adhere to regulations around privacy, security, and surveillance operations.
Notification:
- Nutt’s Corner flying site is notified within UKAIP AD 2.EGAA Warnings (c) for daily flying to 400ft AGL.
What are the airspace access permissions for the Ulster Model Aircraft Club (UMAC) under the Letter of Agreement (LoA)?
Operation Category:
- Open Category of UAS operations.
Model Aircraft Specifications:
- Models up to a Maximum Take Off Mass (MTOM) of 25kg.
- Flying not exceeding 400ft AGL.
- Operations within Visual Line of Sight (VLOS).
ATC Consideration:
- The site is considered permanently active for model aircraft flying up to and including MTOM of 25kg.
What are the notification procedures for Ulster Model Aircraft Club (UMAC) in the event of a model aircraft ‘flyaway’ and for models of different masses?
General Flyaway Notification:
- Notify ATC immediately via telephone in the event of a model aircraft ‘flyaway’ event.
Models Up to 25kg MTOM:
- Notification to ATC is not required.
Models Greater Than 25kg:
- Recognized as full-size aircraft by the Air Navigation Order.
- Subject to extra procedures as laid down by the CAA (operated by the Large Model Association).
- Full notification procedures and ATC clearances are required prior to flying.
- ATC may impose any necessary flying restrictions.
What are the operational requirements for model flying activities at the Ulster Model Aircraft Club (UMAC)?
Compliance:
- All model flying activities must comply with the CAP722 suite of documents regarding UAS.
- CAP722F provides specific guidance for model aircraft operations.
Fuel-Powered Model Aircraft:
- UMAC should provide a lookout to warn flyers of full-size aircraft in the vicinity.
Responsibility:
- The person in charge of the aircraft must ensure safe operation and compliance with the Air Navigation Order.
Flying Limits:
- All model flying must be within the limits shown on the Site Plans in figure 14.
- A separate Helicopter Hover Area is used for low hovering, as illustrated in figure 14.
What are the requirements for First Person View (FPV) flying at the Ulster Model Aircraft Club (UMAC)?
Guidelines:
- FPV flying must adhere to the guidelines detailed in CAP722.
Observer Requirement:
- Pilots must be accompanied by a competent observer who takes on the ‘look out’ responsibilities.
Responsibility:
- The remote pilot is still responsible for the safety of the flight.
Flying Limits:
- All FPV flying must be within the limits shown on the Site Plan in figure 14.
What is the purpose and procedure of the Martin-Baker Test Track at EGAL?
Purpose:
- To operate an Ejection Seat Test Track in association with RLC Engineering Group.
Procedure:
- Involves the forward projection of a test sled along a rail system, simulating the forward movement of an aircraft at ejection.
- The seat is ejected to a maximum height not greater than 200ft AGL.
- The actual test lasts a few seconds but is part of a week-long process, often with a short window of opportunity on the test day.
What are the procedures for conducting the Martin-Baker Test Track at EGAL?
Advance Notice:
- Martin-Baker advises EGAA ATC about a week before the test via email (BFSATC@nats.co.uk) with the date and approximate time.
- ATC notes these details in the Diary and/or Handover Board.
Confirmation on Test Day:
- Martin-Baker contacts EGAA via OSS mobile handset to confirm the proposed time and operations contact number.
Pre-Test Communication:
- Approximately 5 minutes before the test, ‘Martin Baker Test Track’ checks in with Aldergrove Tower via RT.
- ADC asks MBTT to advise when testing is complete.
- Test continues as planned once two-way communications are established.
Emergency Halt:
- If necessary to halt the test, Aldergrove Tower transmits: “Martin Baker, Stop, Stop, Stop. Acknowledge.”
- ATC advises Martin Baker via RTF or telephone of the reason and approximate duration of the delay.
Communication Failure:
- If two-way communications cannot be established on the Tower frequency, Martin-Baker contacts EGAA ATC via telephone to agree on a test time window.
- The test must be carried out within the agreed time or re-negotiated if necessary.
Aircraft Warning:
- ATC warns aircraft in the vicinity of EGAL of the test to reduce cockpit distractions.
- Martin-Baker performs a visual scan before the test and delays if aircraft are observed overflying.
Test Completion:
- Martin-Baker advises EGAA ATC via OSS mobile when the test is complete.
Log Entry:
- ADC makes an appropriate entry in the Log Book.
What are the general and flight details for operations at the Killultagh Helicopter Private Landing Site managed by Helicopter Management Solutions?
Location:
- Killultagh Helicopter Private Landing Site, Upper Ballinderry, Co Antrim.
- Approximately 170° from EGAA at a range of 6NM within Class D airspace.
Flight Booking:
- Pilot must book out with Aldergrove ATC by telephone at least ten minutes prior to departure, providing call sign and flight details including ETD.
- Inform Aldergrove ATC if the ETD varies by ten minutes or more.
Zone Clearance:
- Booking out does NOT constitute a zone clearance. Clearance must be obtained via RT from Aldergrove Radar.
International Flights:
- For flights leaving UK airspace (e.g., to Dublin), a full flight plan must be filed with Aldergrove ATC at least sixty minutes prior to departure.
What are the outbound and inbound procedures for helicopter operations at the Killultagh Helicopter Private Landing Site?
Outbound Procedures:
- Contact Aldergrove Radar as soon as possible to obtain a zone clearance.
- Helicopters may hover not above 200ft and within 1nm of Killultagh Hall to establish two-way R/T contact.
- Set course only after receiving clearance, subject to any ATC restrictions.
- Ensure aircraft remains clear of the instrument approach areas to Runway 25 and Runway 35 until clearance is received.
- Be aware of the proximity to R431 (Maghaberry).
Inbound Procedures:
- Contact Aldergrove Radar at least ten minutes flying time before the Control Zone boundary for clearance to enter.
- Report when descending into and when on the ground at the private landing site.
- If no acknowledgement is received after landing, telephone Aldergrove ATC as soon as practical.
- An inbound clearance does not absolve the need to contact appropriate adjacent ATSUs for transit clearance.
- Be aware of R431 (Maghaberry).
What are the procedures for helicopter operations at the Killultagh Helicopter Private Landing Site in the event of R/T failure?
General Procedure:
- Squawk A7600 in the event of radio failure.
Outbound Procedures:
- Clearance Received: Continue as per the clearance. After leaving the zone, land at the nearest suitable Aerodrome/Landing Site outside the CTR and telephone Aldergrove ATC as soon as possible after landing.
- No Clearance Received: Make a circuit of the strip and land. Notify ATC as soon as possible after landing.
Inbound Procedures:
- Clearance Received: Continue in accordance with the given clearance. On landing at the base, telephone Aldergrove ATC as soon as possible after landing.
- No Clearance Received: Land at the nearest suitable Aerodrome/Landing Site outside the CTR and telephone Aldergrove ATC as soon as possible after landing.
What are the SSR (Secondary Surveillance Radar) squawk codes for helicopter operations at the Killultagh Helicopter Private Landing Site?
Normal Operations:
- Squawk A7030 while outbound or inbound, or as directed by ATC.
Radio Failure:
- Squawk A7600.
Emergency:
- Squawk A7700, whether operating within the confines of the circuit or not.
What are the ATC procedures for segregated airspace at the Killultagh Helicopter Private Landing Site?
Segregated Airspace:
- Extends from the ground to 1500ft QNH with a diameter of 2nm.
Separation:
- IFR Traffic: Minimum of 500ft vertical and 1nm lateral separation from the segregated area.
- VFR Traffic: Provided with traffic information as appropriate.
Activation Times for Segregated Airspace:
- Departure: At least 10 minutes before the ETD and until two-way RT has been established.
- Landing: From when the aircraft reports descending into the private site until confirmation of landing is obtained.