Section 6 - Radar Technical Flashcards
If our SMR worked what labels would appear on inbound and outbound aircraft?
Inbound - orange label is transmitting SSR code, NAS codes will call sign convert, all others mode A
Outbound - labelling manual and optional, not to distract from primary tasks. Ensure correct before transfer to another position.
Why do you ensure the correct runway shown on the SMR?
Aligns the time and distance to touchdown for arriving aircraft to the correct threshold
In cat 1 conditions what stop bars and protected areas are selected?
Cat 1 stop bars, C&G and the OFZ
What does QNH FAILED in red on the SMR mean and what does it affect?
Erroneous or no QNH value, operation not affected
At HOW/ TOW the SMR should have standard settings, what are they?
Correct runway selected, correct weather conditions (LVPs) and M video selected
If the ATM fails can you use the SMR?
No, you can use the auxiliary window for situational awareness only and it should not block any of the maneuvering area.
If you deviate from standard setting what might you do?
Debden to stansted if a fault,
upper filter set at 010 to reduce clutter from over flights which can be removed
Any deviations need and info FDE and highlight on handover
What are the areas of no SMR coverage called and where are they vs the reduced radar coverage
Shadow areas have no coverage on echo and delta
Degraded detection have reduced coverage on B8 to B7
What system warning can show on the SMR and what do they mean?
Red - critical warning SMR to be immediately withdrawn from service unless its operating on batteries which give 60 minutes minimum operation
Amber - non critic warnings, do not affect integrity of system
Green - critical warning resolved
Blue - information message
Tell DEO of all warnings, if red call out of hours if needed. If time sources compromised tell them immediatel
Call AOCC if intruder or fire alarm alert.
When and why do you use SMR at Luton
Night and LVPs if u/s flow imposed and tell TC via GSA
Assist in conflict resolution at intersections and aid in priorities where possible conflict exists with issue of holding instructions
Can verify pilots vacated from runway report
Check compliance at runway holding points
What should the SMR not be used for?
To provide precise headings, taxi guidance should be the same as when visual
If an SMR screen fails what do you do
Ensure AIR have an operational screen so in LVPs and at night the runway environment can be fully monitored.
If on GMC in LVPs exercise caution and limit traffic if needed by delaying starts and holding traffic on stand, do not be pressured by pilots ect
What are the default ATM settings?
Runway 26 7000 codes filtered Lower filter FL000 - upper filter FL120 Range - 20nm Debden or Stansted for PSR and SSR
What must you do before issuing clearance to aicraft, vehicle or pedestrian to enter the active runway?
Final approach area scan of ATM (when available)
What advanced uses of the ATM can you use?
After ID, validate SSR codes and verify mode C readouts of departures
Monitor overflights identified by radar
Establish departure separation
Pass traffic information
Establish separation in the event of a missed approach
Assist in taking initial corrective action when separation between aircraft less than the prescribed minimum
