Aerodrome Controller Performance Objective Instrument

Safety Regulation Group
CAP 624
Air Traffic Controllers – Performance Objectives
Part 2 – Aerodrome Control Instrument
www.caa.co.uk
Safety Regulation Group
CAP 624
Air Traffic Controllers – Performance Objectives
October 2012
CAP 624 Part 2 – Aerodrome Control Instrument
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Part 2 Foreword 1 October 2012 Part 2 Key Roles and Topics 47 October 2012
Part 2 Key Roles and Topics 4 October 2012 Part 2 Key Roles and Topics 50 October 2012
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Foreword
1 Introduction
1.1 Background
This document is derived from the Requirements for Air Traffic Controllers developed
for the European ATC Licence harmonisation project and has been updated to take
account of requirements imposed by Commission Regulation (EU) No. 805/2011
laying down detailed rules for air traffic controllers’ licences and certain certificates
pursuant to Commission Regulation (EC) No. 216/2008 of the European Parliament
and of the Council.
These requirements are the outcome of a functional analysis of the controller's job,
which produce a series of statements called Performance Objectives which
describe the actions, behaviours or outcomes that the controller should be able to
demonstrate.
Each control discipline contains a number of Key Roles. For instance a key role
common to all ratings is to ‘Correlate information useful for the safe and efficient
conduct of flights’. This key role is divided into two Topics, one dealing with
Meteorological information and the other with Aeronautical information. Each Topic is
then divided into Sub-topics, in this case to ‘collect, to collate and to disseminate the
information’.
Each sub-topic contains a number of Performance Objectives.
Each Performance Objective is qualified by a statement of Conditions. Conditions
describe the context in which the Performance Objectives apply which means in its
simplest form ‘can the controller act with equal ability by day or night, and in good or
poor weather conditions?’
Finally the document contains details of the Essential Knowledge that is, the
knowledge and understanding a controller needs to carry out the task. In order to
separate aircraft, the controller must not only know the separation standard to be
applied, he must also understand how to apply it. Similarly the controller needs to
understand some aspects of the formation of thunderstorms in order to be able to
predict their effect on operations and to make allowance for those effects when
exercising control.
Commission Regulation (EU) No. 805/2011 specifies in Annex II that compliance is
required with EUROCONTROL’s ‘Specification for the ATCO Common Core Content
Initial Training’, edition of 21 October 2008. The requirement for the Common Core
Content syllabus is designed to ensure that all ATC Initial Training carried out
throughout the European Union (EU) is carried out to a given minimum standard.
Initial training is defined as training conducted by certified ATC Initial Training
Organisations on courses approved by the CAA. Initial training comprises basic
training and rating training. The object of initial training is to prepare a student for unit
training.
These requirements, against which providers of Initial training are required to
demonstrate their compliance, are published in CAP 794 Air Traffic Controller –
Initial Performance Objectives (due for publication at the end of 2012).
Training organisations may also find useful EUROCONTROL’s ‘EATM Training
Progression and Concepts’, T38, which may be Obtained from Eurocontrol IANS. T38
classifies the training phases for Air Traffic Controllers (ATCOs) and Air Traffic Safety
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Electronic Personnel. It defines the concepts used in the specification of training and
in the support of training design.
UK Air Navigation Service Providers (ANSPs) may assume that the training received
by any student licence holder who has received their training from a CAA-certified
Initial Training Organisation will have completed the Common Core Content syllabus
as appropriate to the UK environment, for example, legislation and UK-specific
procedures. Such training will also be completed to the level as defined in the
Terminal Objectives published for initial Training courses. These terminal objectives
are published in CAP 584 Air Traffic Controller – Training.
CAP 744 Part 2, paragraph 6 details the procedures relating to the mutual
recognition of Licences issued by other EU Member States in accordance with
Commission Regulation (EU) No. 805/2011. It is important that ANSPs
understand that a Student licence holder whose training has been carried out
by an Initial Training Provider based elsewhere in the EU normally will have
been trained according to the National requirements of the State in which the
training was carried out. Similar considerations will apply to an ATCO licence
holder coming to the UK from another EU State.
It is the UK ANSP's responsibility to ensure that such a student/ATCO licence
holder is trained in the relevant UK National requirements. ANSPs will be
required to demonstrate that such training has been identified and successfully
completed, before unit training commences.
In this document, reference to the male gender should be understood to include both
male and female persons, except where inappropriate.
1.2 Determining Competence by Assessment
In order to determine Competence an Assessor (Examiner) seeks evidence of
performance [Can the trainee controller actually do the job] both by direct observation
and by reference to the training records. Assessment differs from an examination
system, by taking a longer more detailed view of performance, rather than taking an
intense but short sample of the trainees’ work. Performance is assessed in all areas
under all conditions seeking to prove that the trainee can perform reliably and
consistently to the required level of competence.
Performance must be assessed against the Performance Objectives on sufficient
occasions to ensure competence has been demonstrated across all the Conditions
for which performance evidence is required. Where performance is tested in only
some of the contexts in the conditions, the application of knowledge must be tested
by questioning for the remainder.
All items listed as Content must be tested to prove an understanding of the
knowledge, the underlying principles and the application of the knowledge to
performance in the workplace. A Trainee who demonstrates practically that he can do
the job and can explain his reasons for acting in a particular manner, thereby
demonstrating understanding, has fulfilled all the requirements without the need for
additional written testing. It is essential that the Assessor (Examiner) determines
understanding, rather than pure knowledge, when determining competence.
1.3 Summary of Terms
Conditions
Describe the contexts in which the Performance Objective applies.
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Essential Knowledge
The fundamental knowledge and understanding necessary to perform to the
Requirements and to transfer the skills from one situation to another.
Key Role
Describes in broad terms, the principal components of the controller's job.
Performance Objective
Describes the actions of the controller that demonstrate the correct performance
of the Sub-topic.
Sub-topic
Defines specific areas of the topic.
Topic
Divides the Key Role into definable common areas.
1.4 Language Proficiency
The reader should note that language proficiency is a prerequisite to licensing and is
included in Commission Regulation (EU) No. 805/2011 and ICAO Annex 1. UK
requirements are detailed in CAP 624 Part 16.
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KEY ROLES AND TOPICS FOR AERODROME CONTROL INSTRUMENT RATING
(Tower Control Endorsement)
KEY ROLES TOPICS
KEY ROLE A
COMMUNICATE WITH AIRCRAFT AND OTHER AGENCIES A1 CHECK AND OPERATE COMMUNICATIONS EQUIPMENT
A2 COMMUNICATE FROM A VISUAL CONTROL ROOM
KEY ROLE B
ESTABLISH AND UPDATE A REPRESENTATIVE FLIGHT DATA DISPLAY B1 CORRELATE FLIGHT DATA INTO APPROPRIATE PROFORMA FOR
DISPLAY
B2 MAINTAIN A REPRESENTATIVE FLIGHT DATA DISPLAY FOR
AERODROME CONTROL
KEY ROLE C
CORRELATE INFORMATION USEFUL FOR THE SAFE AND EFFICIENT C1 OBTAIN, INTERPRET AND DISSEMINATE METEOROLOGICAL
CONDUCT OF FLIGHTS INFORMATION
C2 OBTAIN, INTERPRET AND DISSEMINATE AERONAUTICAL
INFORMATION
KEY ROLE D
SELECT THE DIRECTION OF LANDING AND TAKE OFF D1 SELECT THE RUNWAY IN USE AND APPROPRIATE VISUAL AIDS
KEY ROLE G
MANAGE THE OPERATIONAL POSITION AND ITS TRAFFIC G1 MANAGE FLIGHTS OPERATING IN THE VICINITY OF THE
AERODROME
G2 MANAGE AERODROME SURFACE MOVEMENTS

G3 CO-ORDINATE WITH OTHER ATC OPERATIONAL POSITIONS
G8 EFFECT LIAISON WITH OTHER AGENCIES
G9 HANDLE DIVERSIONS
G10 WORK AS A TEAM MEMBER ON THE AERODROME CONTROL
OPERATIONAL POSITION
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(Tower Control Endorsement) (continued)
KEY ROLES TOPICS
KEY ROLE H
MANAGE EMERGENCIES AND DOMESTIC CONTINGENCIES H1 MANAGE DEVELOPED EMERGENCIES FROM THE AERODROME
CONTROL UNIT
H2 MANAGE DOMESTIC CONTINGENCIES IN AN AERODROME
VISUAL CONTROL ROOM
KEY ROLE S
COMPLY WITH SECURITY REQUIREMENTS AT AN AERODROME S1 COMPLY WITH SECURITY REQUIREMENTS AT AN AERODROME
CONTROL UNIT CONTROL UNIT

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TOPICS AND SUB-TOPICS FOR AERODROME CONTROL INSTRUMENT RATING (Tower Control Endorsement)
KEY ROLE A COMMUNICATE WITH AIRCRAFT AND OTHER AGENCIES
TOPICS SUB-TOPICS
A1 Check and operate communications equipment A1.1 Establish and monitor the communications equipment serviceability
A1.2 Use the communications equipment
A2 Communicate from a visual control room A2.1 Use standard phraseology applicable to aerodrome control.
KEY ROLE B ESTABLISH AND UPDATE A REPRESENTATIVE FLIGHT DATA DISPLAY
TOPICS SUB-TOPICS
B1 Correlate flight data into appropriate proforma for display B1.1 Obtain flight data information
B1.2 Insert flight data into the appropriate proforma
B2 Maintain a representative flight data display for aerodrome control B2.1 Correlate flight data into a display for aerodrome control
B2.2 Update the aerodrome control flight data display
CORRELATE INFORMATION USEFUL FOR THE SAFE AND EFFICIENT

KEY ROLE C
CONDUCT OF FLIGHTS
TOPICS SUB-TOPICS
C1 Obtain, interpret and disseminate meteorological information C1.1 Obtain meteorological information
C1.2 Interpret meteorological information
C1.3 Disseminate meteorological information

C2 Obtain, interpret and disseminate aeronautical information C2.1 Obtain aeronautical information
C2.2 Interpret aeronautical information
C2.3 Disseminate aeronautical information
KEY ROLE D SELECT THE DIRECTION OF LANDING AND TAKE OFF
TOPICS SUB-TOPICS
D1 Select the runway in use and appropriate visual aids D1.1 Select the runway in use
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D1.2 Operate aerodrome lighting

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KEY ROLE G MANAGE THE OPERATIONAL POSITION AND ITS TRAFFIC
TOPICS SUB-TOPICS
G1 Manage flights operating in the vicinity of the aerodrome G1.1 Manage flights operating under the visual flight rules
G1.2 Manage flights operating under the instrument flight rules
G2 Manage aerodrome surface movements G2.1 Control aircraft on the manoeuvring area and aprons and vehicles and
personnel on the manoeuvring area
G3 Co-ordinate with other ATC operational positions G3.1 Co-ordinate with approach control operational positions
G8 Effect liaison with other agencies G8.1 Liaise with non-ATC agencies
G8.2 Liaise with the safety services
G9 Manage diversions G9.1 Manage diversions
G10 Work as a team member on the aerodrome control operational G10.1 Accept responsibility for the operational position
position G10.2 Monitor performance whilst responsible for the operational position
G10.3 Transfer responsibility for the operational position
KEY ROLE H MANAGE EMERGENCIES AND DOMESTIC CONTINGENCIES
TOPICS SUB-TOPICS
H1 Manage developed emergencies from the aerodrome control unit H1.1 Manage radio failures
H1.2 Manage situations arising from unlawful interference
H1.3 Manage aircraft emergencies

H1.4 Provide alerting service
H2 Manage domestic contingencies in an aerodrome visual control room H2.1 Safely evacuate the control room
KEY ROLE S SECURITY
TOPIC SUB-TOPIC
S1 Comply with security requirements at an aerodrome control unit S1.1 Comply with security requirements at an aerodrome control unit
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KEY ROLES TOPICS
KEY ROLE A
KEY ROLE B
DISPLAY
AERODROME CONTROL
KEY ROLE C
CORRELATE INFORMATION USEFUL FOR THE SAFE AND EFFICIENT C1 OBTAIN, INTERPRET AND DISSEMINATE METEOROLOGICAL
INFORMATION
KEY ROLE G
MANAGE THE OPERATIONAL POSITION AND ITS TRAFFIC G2 MANAGE AERODROME SURFACE MOVEMENTS
KEY ROLE H

CONTROL UNIT
H2 MANAGE DOMESTIC CONTINGENCIES IN AN AERODROME
CONTROL ROOM
KEY ROLE S
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TOPICS SUB-TOPICS
A2 Communicate from a visual control room A2.1 Use standard phraseology applicable to aerodrome control
TOPICS SUB-TOPICS

KEY ROLE C
CONDUCT OF FLIGHTS
TOPICS SUB-TOPICS

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TOPICS SUB-TOPICS
G2 Manage aerodrome surface movements G2.1 Control aircraft on the manoeuvring area and aprons and vehicles and
personnel on the manoeuvring area
TOPICS SUB-TOPICS
H1.3 Manage aircraft emergencies
H1.4 Provide alerting service
H2 Manage domestic contingencies in an aerodrome control room H2.1 Safely evacuate the control room
KEY ROLE S SECURITY
TOPIC SUB-TOPIC

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KEY ROLES AND TOPICS FOR AERODROME CONTROL INSTRUMENT RATING (Air Control Endorsement)
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KEY ROLES TOPICS
KEY ROLE A
KEY ROLE B
DISPLAY
AERODROME CONTROL
KEY ROLE C
CORRELATE INFORMATION USEFUL FOR THE SAFE AND EFFICIENT C1 OBTAIN INTERPRET AND DISSEMINATE METEOROLOGICAL
INFORMATION
KEY ROLE D
SELECT THE DIRECTION OF LANDING AND TAKE OFF D1 SELECT THE RUNWAY IN USE AND APPROPRIATE VISUAL AIDS
KEY ROLE G
AERODROME
G3 CO-ORDINATE WITH OTHER ATC OPERATIONAL POSITIONS
G9 MANAGE DIVERSIONS

KEY ROLE H
CONTROL UNIT
H2 MANAGE DOMESTIC CONTINGENCIES IN THE AERODROME
CONTROL ROOM
KEY ROLE S
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TOPICS AND SUB-TOPICS FOR AERODROME CONTROL INSTRUMENT RATING (Air Control Endorsement)
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TOPICS SUB-TOPICS
A2 Communicate from a visual control room A2.1 Use standard phraseology applicable to aerodrome control
TOPICS SUB-TOPICS

KEY ROLE C
CONDUCT OF FLIGHTS
TOPICS SUB-TOPICS

KEY ROLE D SELECT THE DIRECTION OF LANDING AND TAKE OFF
TOPICS SUB-TOPICS
D1 Select the runway in use and appropriate visual aids D1.1 Select the runway in use
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TOPICS SUB-TOPICS
G1 Manage flights operating in the vicinity of the aerodrome G1.1 Manage flights operating under the visual flight rules
G1.2 Manage flights operating under the instrument flight rules
G3 Co-ordinate with other ATC operational positions G3.1 Co-ordinate with approach control operational positions
G9 Manage diversions G9.1 Manage diversions
TOPICS SUB-TOPICS
H1.3 Manage Aircraft Emergencies
H1.4 Provide Alerting Service
H2 Manage domestic contingencies in an aerodrome control room H2.1 Safely evacuate the control room

KEY ROLE S SECURITY
TOPIC SUB-TOPIC
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KEY ROLES AND TOPICS FOR AERODROME CONTROL RATING (Aerodrome Radar Control Endorsement)
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KEY ROLES TOPICS
KEY ROLE E
SET UP AND USE SURVEILLANCE RADAR EQUIPMENT E4 SELECT AND SET UP AERODROME CONTROL RADAR
E5 USE AERODROME CONTROL RADAR
KEY ROLE G
AERODROME WITH THE AID OF AERODROME CONTROL RADAR
TOPICS AND SUB-TOPICS FOR AERODROME CONTROL RATING (Aerodrome Radar Control Endorsement)
KEY ROLE E SET UP AND USE SURVEILLANCE RADAR EQUIPMENT
TOPICS SUB-TOPICS
E4 Select and set up aerodrome control radar E4.1 Select and set up aerodrome control radar
E5 Use aerodrome control radar E5.1 Use aerodrome control radar
TOPICS SUB-TOPICS
G4 Manage flights operating in the vicinity of the aerodrome with the aid G4.1 Manage flights operating under the visual flight rules
of aerodrome control radar G4.2 Manage flights operating under the instrument flight rules

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KEY ROLES AND TOPICS FOR AERODROME CONTROL RATING (Ground Movement Surveillance
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Control Endorsement)
KEY ROLE E
SET UP AND USE SURFACE MOVEMENT SURVEILLANCE SYSTEM E6 SELECT AND SET UP SURFACE MOVEMENT SURVEILLANCE
SYSTEM
E7 USE SURFACE MOVEMENT SURVEILLANCE SYSTEM
KEY ROLE G
MANAGE THE OPERATIONAL POSITION AND ITS TRAFFIC G5 OPERATE SURFACE MOVEMENT GUIDANCE AND CONTROL
SYSTEMS
G6 MANAGE AERODROME SURFACE MOVEMENTS IN LOW VISIBILITY
WITH THE AID OF SURFACE MOVEMENT GUIDANCE AND
CONTROL SYSTEMS
G7 MANAGE AERODROME SURFACE MOVEMENTS WITH THE AID OF
SURFACE MOVEMENT SURVEILLANCE SYSTEM
TOPICS AND SUB-TOPICS FOR AERODROME CONTROL RATING (Ground Movement Surveillance Control Endorsement)
KEY ROLE E SET UP AND USE SURVEILLANCE RADAR EQUIPMENT
TOPICS SUB-TOPICS
E6 Select and set up surface movement surveillance system E6.1 Select and set up surface movement surveillance system
E7 Use surface movement surveillance system E7.1 Use surface movement surveillance system

TOPICS SUB-TOPICS
G5 Operate surface movement guidance and control systems G5.1 Operate surface movement guidance and control systems
G6 Manage aerodrome surface movements in low visibility with the aid of G6.1 Control aircraft on the manoeuvring area and aprons and aircraft and
surface movement guidance and control systems personnel on the manoeuvring area in low visibility
G7 Manage aerodrome surface movements with the aid of surface G7.1 Control aircraft on the manoeuvring area and aprons and vehicles and
movement surveillance system personnel on the manoeuvring area
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Explanation of the Layout of text in ‘Essential Knowledge’ column
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Text in the ‘Essential Knowledge’ column refers to the relevant sections in a number of documents, the contents of which are specific to the
topic concerned. The following explains the relevance of bold and regular fonts
The following example, taken from sub-topic A1.2, indicates the MATS Part 1 Section (Appendix E) followed by the headings of the four
paragraphs within that Section which are applicable to the sub-topic.
MATS Part 1 Appendix E
Introduction
Distracting conversations
Speech technique
Test transmissions
The following example taken from sub-topic B1.1, indicates MATS Part 1 Section 1, followed by the title of the Chapter concerned (Flight Rules)
in bold, followed by the headings of the five paragraphs within that Chapter which are applicable to the sub-topic.
MATS Part 1 Section 1
Flight Rules
Filing of flight plans
Non-standard routes
Repetitive flight plan
Availability of supplementary flight plan information
Exemptions and non-standard flights

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Topic A1 CHECK AND OPERATE COMMUNICATIONS EQUIPMENT
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Sub-Topic A1.1 Establish and Monitor the Communications Equipment Serviceability
Performance Objectives Conditions Essential Knowledge
A1.1.1 Visual and/or aural indications are checked Procedures MATS Part 2
whilst making and receiving transmissions Unit specific Unit procedures
for indications of normal operation
A1.1.2 Documentation confirming equipment
status is checked
A1.1.3 Malfunctions and defects are identified,
recorded and reported to the appropriate
authority according to standing procedures

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Topic A1 CHECK AND OPERATE COMMUNICATIONS EQUIPMENT
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Sub-Topic A1.2 Use the Communications Equipment
A1.2.1 The readability of transmissions is Communication methods MATS Part 1 Appendix E

assessed Radiotelephony, Telephone Introduction
Distracting conversations
A1.2.2 Standard speech technique is adhered to
Speech technique
A1.2.3 The appropriate frequency is selected and Test transmissions
used
MATS Part 2
A1.2.4 Transmit and intercom switches are used in Unit procedures
accordance with standard procedures
A1.2.5 The appropriate telephone is used
A1.2.6 Ancillary telephone equipment is used in
accordance with standard procedures
A1.2.7 Standby radio and telephone equipment is
used in accordance with published
procedures

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Topic A2 COMMUNICATE FROM A VISUAL CONTROL ROOM
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Sub-Topic A2.1 Use Standard Phraseology Applicable to Aerodrome Control
A2.1.1 Standard phraseology is employed Communication by MATS Part 1 Appendix E

wherever possible in communications Radiotelephone, telephone Radiotelephony callsigns
Message Types Communication with aircraft
A2.1.2 Composition of messages is concise and
Clearances, instructions, information Transfer of communications
unambiguous
Transmission of company messages by Controllers
A2.1.3 Station identity is used correctly Broadcast transmissions
A2.1.4 Acknowledgements and readbacks are MATS Part 1 Appendix E (Attachment)
obtained and verified when required Standard aerodrome control phraseology
A2.1.5 Abbreviated phraseology is used when MATS Part 2
appropriate Unit procedures
CAP 413 Radiotelephony Manual

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Topic B1 CORRELATE FLIGHT DATA INTO APPROPRIATE PROFORMA FOR DISPLAY
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Sub-Topic B1.1 Obtain Flight Data Information
B1.1.1 Flight data information is extracted from all Methods of Display ICAO Doc. 4444 Appendix 2
appropriate sources Flight progress strips Content of full and abbreviated flight plans
Electronic data displays ATS service messages
B1.1.2 Relevant flight data is included at the
earliest opportunity ICAO Doc. 7910
Location indicators
B1.1.3 Flight data is checked to ensure
completeness ICAO Doc. 8585
Abbreviations
B1.1.4 Any significant deficiency in flight data is
rectified MATS Part 1 Section 1
Flight Rules
Filing of flight plans
Non-standard routes
Repetitive flight plan
Exemptions and non-standard flights
MATS Part 2
Unit procedures

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Topic B1 CORRELATE FLIGHT DATA INTO APPROPRIATE PROFORMA FOR DISPLAY
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Sub-Topic B1.2 Insert Flight Data into the Appropriate Proforma
B1.2.1 Strip marking is legible and conforms to Methods of Display ICAO Doc. 7910
standard procedures Flight progress strips Location indicators
Electronic data displays
B1.2.2 Correct message entry formats are used ICAO Doc. 8585
Abbreviations
B1.2.3 Relevant flight data is included at the
earliest opportunity MATS Part 1 Appendix D
MATS Part 2
Unit procedures
Topic B2 MAINTAIN A REPRESENTATIVE FLIGHT DATA DISPLAY FOR AERODROME CONTROL

Sub-Topic B2.1 Correlate Flight data into a Display for Aerodrome Control
B2.1.1 All relevant traffic is included on the display Methods of Display MATS Part 1 Appendix D
Flight progress strip displays
B2.1.2 Flight progress strips are organised in a MATS Part 2
Electronic flight data displays
manner which reflects the traffic situation Unit procedures
in accordance with laid down procedures

B2.1.3 Electronic flight data displays are organised
in accordance with laid down procedures
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Topic B2 MAINTAIN A REPRESENTATIVE FLIGHT DATA DISPLAY FOR AERODROME CONTROL
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Sub-Topic B2.2 Update the Aerodrome Control Flight Data Display
B2.2.1 Information is extracted from all relevant Sources of information Aircraft performance
sources Pilot reports
MATS Part 1 Appendix D
Information from other controllers
B2.2.2 The display is updated using information
Information from other agencies MATS Part 2
received
Computer derived information Unit procedures
B2.2.3 Clearances and instructions passed to
Methods of display
aircraft and other agencies are recorded
Flight progress strips and electronic flight
B2.2.4 Co-ordination agreed with other agencies is data displays
recorded
B2.2.5 The integrity of electronic flight data display
performance and data is monitored

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Topic C1 OBTAIN, INTERPRET AND DISSEMINATE METEOROLOGICAL INFORMATION
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Sub-Topic C1.1 Obtain Meteorological Information
C1.1.1 Current and forecast weather information is Types of briefing MATS Part 1 Section 1
obtained before taking over watch Self and Met office briefing Altimeter setting and vertical reference
C1.1.2 Current and forecast weather information is Types of report MATS Part 1 Section 2
monitored during the watch Routine and special reports Windshear
Met Warnings Prevailing visibility
C1.1.3 Weather information and reports from
Reports from pilots
pilots are recorded MATS Part 1 Section 7
Meteorological services
MATS Part 2
Unit procedures
Pilot in flight reports (PIREPS)

Sub-Topic C1.2 Interpret Meteorological Information
C1.2.1 Significant weather changes are Significant weather MATS Part 1 Section 1
recognised. Surface wind Altimeter setting and vertical reference

Thunderstorms and Cumulonimbus clouds
C1.2.2 The relevance of meteorological MATS Part 1 Section 2
Freezing rain
information to individual flights or agencies Windshear
Moderate / Severe icing
is established. Prevailing visibility
Severe turbulence
Severe mountain waves MATS Part 1 Section 7
Low visibility Meteorological services
Low level wind shear
MATS Part 2
Unit procedures
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Pilot in flight reports (PIREPS)

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Sub-Topic C1.3 Disseminate Meteorological Information
C1.3.1 Aircraft are advised of significant changes Significant weather Effects of weather on flight operations
in weather information Surface wind
MATS Part 2
Thunderstorms and Cumulonimbus clouds
C1.3.2 Other agencies are advised of significant Unit procedures
Freezing rain
changes in weather information
Moderate / Severe icing
Severe turbulence
Severe mountain waves
Low visibility
Low level wind shear
Topic C2 OBTAIN, INTERPRET AND DISSEMINATE AERONAUTICAL INFORMATION

Sub-Topic C2.1 Obtain Aeronautical Information
C2.1.1 Aeronautical information is obtained before Sources of information UK AIP

taking over watch AIP, NOTAM, Local notices Content and use of AIP, NOTAM
Airspace restrictions Airspace restrictions, danger areas and hazards
C2.1.2 Aeronautical information is monitored
Visual observation to flight
during the watch
Aeronautical charts

C2.1.3 Pilots' requests for information are
MATS Part 2
promptly and appropriately responded to
Unit procedures
C2.1.4 Required information is obtained promptly
Aeronautical information circulars
from appropriate agencies
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Sub-Topic C2.2 Interpret Aeronautical Information
C2.2.1 Significant changes are recognised Operating conditions Communication and navigation systems, uses and
Normal conditions limitations
C2.2.2 The relevance of aeronautical information
Unserviceable navigation aids Conditions affecting operations at aerodromes
to individual flights or agencies is
Unserviceable approach and landing aids Airspace restrictions
established
Reduction of safety services cover
Surface contamination

Sub-Topic C2.3 Disseminate Aeronautical Information
C2.3.1 Aircraft are advised of significant changes Operating conditions MATS Part 1 Section 2
in aeronautical information Normal conditions Aerodrome control
Unserviceable navigation aids Information to aircraft
C2.3.2 Other agencies are advised of significant
Unserviceable approach and landing aids
changes in aeronautical information CAP 774
Reduction of safety services cover
Service provision
Surface contamination
Basic service
MATS Part 2
Unit procedures

Communication and navigation systems, uses and
limitations
Conditions affecting operations at aerodromes
Airspace restrictions
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Topic D1 SELECT THE RUNWAY IN USE AND APPROPRIATE VISUAL AIDS
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Sub-Topic D1.1 Select the Runway in Use
D1.1.1 The prevailing weather conditions are Operating conditions MATS Part 1 Section 2
evaluated Day Aerodrome control
Night Landing direction and runway-in-use
D1.1.2 The availability of essential aids is evaluated
Low Visibility Runway changes
D1.1.3 Surface conditions are evaluated
MATS Part 2
D1.1.4 Operational requirements of aircraft are Unit procedures
evaluated
Take off and landing performance of aircraft
D1.1.5 The runway selected is the most suitable Approach and landing aids - use and limitations
Topic D1 SELECT THE RUNWAY IN USE AND APPROPRIATE VISUAL AIDS

Sub-Topic D1.2 Operate Aerodrome Lighting
D1.2.1 The prevailing weather conditions are Operating conditions MATS Part 1 Section 2
evaluated Day Aerodrome lighting aids
Night
D1.2.2 The serviceability of lighting aids is MATS Part 2
Low Visibility
evaluated Unit procedures
D1.2.3 Lighting is operated in accordance with laid

down procedures
D1.2.4 Failure or irregular operation of aerodrome
lighting is notified in accordance with laid
down procedures
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Topic E4 SELECT AND SET UP AERODROME CONTROL RADAR
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Sub-Topic E4.1 Select and Set Up Aerodrome Control Radar
E4.1.1 Appropriate aerodrome control radar Operating conditions Principles of operation of radar
equipment is selected Day Limitations of radar
Night Accuracy and definition
E4.1.2 Controls are adjusted to provide best
Low visibility Operational coverage
available performance
The use and effects of controls available to
Types of ATS surveillance system
E4.1.3 Appropriate information is displayed on the the controller
Primary radar (PSR)
situation display The use and effects of suppressors
Secondary radar (SSR)
Processing and display of radar data
E4.1.4 Accuracy of aerodrome radar information is Automatic Dependent Surveillance –
checked against laid down criteria Broadcast (ADS-B) MATS Part 1 Section 2
Multilateration Aerodrome traffic monitor (ATM)
E4.1.5 Deficiencies are notified in accordance with
local procedures MATS Part 2
Unit procedures

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Topic E5 USE AERODROME CONTROL RADAR
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Sub-Topic E5.1 Use Aerodrome Control Radar
E5.1.1 Displayed information is accurately Types of situation display MATS Part 1 Section 1
correlated with known traffic Analogue and processed displays ATS surveillance systems
Identification using PSR
E5.1.2 Action is taken to establish the identity of Special conditions
Identification using SSR
significant unknown returns Mis-identification
Position information
Transfer of identity
E5.1.3 Tracks and speeds are accurately assessed Summary - Identification and position information
Loss of identity
using displayed information Transfer of identity
Traffic speeds Lost identity
E5.1.4 Aircraft are informed, where necessary, of
Low and high speed traffic
their position and other traffic MATS Part 1 Section 2
Aerodrome traffic monitor (ATM)
E5.1.5 Navigational assistance is provided in
accordance with laid down procedures MATS Part 2
Unit procedures
Ground / Air Speed
Effect of wind
Effect of weather

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Topic E6 SELECT AND SET UP SURFACE MOVEMENT SURVEILLANCE SYSTEM
October 2012
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Sub-Topic E6.1 Select and Set Up Surface Movement Surveillance System
E6.1.1 Appropriate surface movement ATS Operating conditions MATS Part 1 Section 2
surveillance system is selected Day Surface movement radar
Night
E6.1.2 Controls are adjusted to provide best MATS Part 2
Low visibility
available performance Unit procedures
Types of ATS surveillance system
E6.1.3 Accuracy of surface movement ATS ATS surveillance system principles of operation
Primary radar (PSR)
surveillance system information is checked Limitations of ATS surveillance systems
Secondary radar (SSR)
against laid down criteria Processing and display of ATS surveillance system
Multilateration
data
E6.1.4 Deficiencies are notified in accordance with
local procedures

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Topic E7 USE SURFACE MOVEMENT SURVEILLANCE SYSTEM
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Sub-Topic E7.1 Use Surface Movement Surveillance System
E7.1.1 Displayed information is accurately Traffic speeds MATS Part 1 Section 2

correlated with known traffic Low and high speed traffic Surface movement radar
E7.1.2 Action is taken to establish the identity of MATS Part 2
significant unknown returns Unit procedures
E7.1.3 Tracks and speeds are accurately assessed Doc. 4444 Part 6
using displayed information Use of surface movement radar
E7.1.4 Aircraft are informed, where necessary, of
their position and other traffic

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Topic G1 MANAGE FLIGHTS OPERATING IN THE VICINITY OF THE AERODROME
October 2012
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Sub-Topic G1.1 Manage Flights Operating under the Visual Flight Rules
G1.1.1 Flight data is assessed for actual and Airspace category Rules of the Air
potential traffic conflictions C, D, E and G General flight rules
Low flying rule
G1.1.2 Traffic is visually monitored to detect actual Types of separation
Visual flight rules
and potential conflictions Departing aircraft
Aerodrome traffic rules
Reduced separation in the vicinity of
G1.1.3 The runway is safeguarded to ensure the Aerodrome signals and markings
aerodromes
safety of aircraft taking off and landing
Types of Flight
G1.1.4 Traffic information is passed to enable Air traffic services
Fixed and Rotary Wing
pilots to position themselves in the traffic Introduction
VFR
pattern Language requirement
Arriving, Departing, Local
Air traffic service
G1.1.5 Immediate action is taken to restore vortex
Vortex wake Categories Air traffic control service
wake spacing when it has been eroded
Heavy, Medium, Small and Light Air traffic control units
G1.1.6 ATC procedures are adjusted to allow for Safety and expedition
Weather conditions
the effects of weather on flight operations Flight Rules
VMC
Division of airspace
G1.1.7 ATC procedures are adjusted to allow for Suspension of VFR operations
Classification of airspace
the effect of degradation of essential
Speed limit
communication services on flight
Visual Flight Rules
operations
Aerodrome traffic zone
Failure of navigation lights

Action when captive balloons break free
Separation Standards
Increased separation
Reduced separation
Essential traffic information
Departing aircraft
Vortex wake spacing requirements
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Control of Traffic
Royal Flights
Airborne Collision Avoidance System
Aerodrome control
Provision of services
Responsibilities
Airspace classification
Effect of weather on operations
Information to aircraft
Grass aerodromes
Control of surface traffic
Taxying aircraft
Awaiting take-off
Line-up clearance
Take-off clearance
Cancelling take-off clearance
Designated positions in the traffic circuit
Arriving aircraft
Exemptions from separation minima in the traffic
circuit
Missed approach restrictions
Closure or restricted operation of aerodromes
Extensions of watch

Availability of aerodromes for special flights
Work on the manoeuvring area
Ground signals and markings
Inspection of runways
Release of racing pigeons
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Light signals and pyrotechnics

Windshear
Prevailing visibility
Aerodrome inspections
Wet runways
Snow and slush
MATS Part 1 Supplementary Instructions
All applicable current instructions.
CAP 774
Service provision
Basic service
MATS Part 2
Unit procedures
Aircraft performance
Effects of weather on flight operations
Use and limitations of navigation and
communications aids

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Topic G1 MANAGE FLIGHTS OPERATING IN THE VICINITY OF THE AERODROME
October 2012
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Sub-Topic G1.2 Manage Flights Operating under the Instrument Flight Rules
G1.2.1 Flight data is assessed for actual and Airspace category Rules of the Air
potential traffic conflictions A, C, D, E and G General flight rules
Low flying rule
G1.2.2 A control strategy is developed to achieve Types of separation
Visual flight rules
separation with the least average delay to Departing aircraft
Instrument Flight Rules
flights Reduced separation in the vicinity of
Aerodrome traffic rules
aerodromes
G1.2.3 The runway is safeguarded to ensure the Aerodrome signals and markings
safety of aircraft taking off and landing Types of Flight
G1.2.4 Departing aircraft separation is applied Air traffic services
IFR, Special VFR
Introduction
G1.2.5 The applied separation is the most Arriving, Departing, Local
Language requirement
appropriate taking into account safety and
Vortex wake categories Air traffic service
expedition
Light, Medium, Heavy, Small Air traffic control service
G1.2.6 Traffic is visually monitored to detect actual Air traffic control units
Weather conditions
and potential conflictions Safety and expedition
VMC and IMC
Flight Rules
G1.2.7 Traffic information is passed to enable Low Visibility Procedures
pilots operating with visual reference to
position themselves in the traffic pattern
Speed limit
G1.2.8 Immediate action is taken to restore Visual Flight Rules
separation when it has been eroded Class C airspace

G1.2.10 Appropriate essential traffic information is
passed without delay
G1.2.11 ATC procedures are adjusted to allow for
the effects of weather on flight operations
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G1.2.12 ATC procedures are adjusted to allow for Separation Standards

the effect of degradation of essential Provision of standard separation
navigational and communication services Increased separation
on flight operations Reduced separation
Departing aircraft
Control of Traffic
Royal Flights
Aerodrome control
Aerodrome lighting aids
Windshear
Wet runways
Snow and slush
All applicable current instructions.
CAP 774
Service provision

Basic service
MATS Part 2
Unit procedures
CAP 168
Low visibility procedures
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communications aids
Topic G2 MANAGE AERODROME SURFACE MOVEMENTS
October 2012
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Sub-Topic G2.1 Control Aircraft on the Manoeuvring Area and Aprons and Vehicles and Personnel on the Manoeuvring Area
G2.1.1 Aerodrome surface is monitored for Surface movements Rules of the Air
potential conflictions Aircraft Aerodrome traffic rules
Vehicles Aerodrome signals and markings
G2.1.2 Clearances issued achieve the most
Personnel
expeditious flow consistent with safety MATS Part 1 Section 2
Monitoring of surface movements Aerodrome control
G2.1.3 The condition of the airfield surface is
Visually Provision of services
evaluated when permitting movements
Responsibilities
Communication by
G2.1.4 Flow management requirements are met Effect of weather on operations
Radiotelephony
Information to aircraft
G2.1.5 Requests for work on the airfield are Light signals
Grass aerodromes
evaluated and appropriately met
Surface movement radar
Taxying aircraft
Flow management procedures
Aircraft limitations on ground manoeuvring

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Topic G3 CO-ORDINATE WITH OTHER ATC OPERATIONAL POSITIONS
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Sub-Topic G3.1 Co-ordinate with Approach Control Operational Positions
G3.1.1 Traffic situation is analysed to determine Control positions MATS Part 1 Section 1
the need for co-ordination Approach control Control of traffic
Approach radar control Co-ordination
G3.1.2 Appropriate co-ordination is initiated in
sufficient time to permit negotiation and MATS Part 1 Section 2
any agreement to be effected Aerodrome control
Responsibilities - co-ordination
G3.1.3 The effect of co-ordination requested by
approach control is assessed Aircraft performance
Standing agreements
G3.1.4 An appropriate course of action is
negotiated and agreed
G3.1.5 The agreed course of action is effected
G3.1.6 Flow management requirements are met

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Topic G4 MANAGE FLIGHTS OPERATING IN THE VICINITY OF THE AERODROME WITH THE AID OF AERODROME
October 2012
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CONTROL RADAR
Sub-Topic G4.1 Manage Flights Operating under the Visual Flight Rules
G4.1.1 Radar information is integrated with Airspace category Rules of the Air
information from other sources C, D, E and G General flight rules
Low flying rule
G4.1.2 Traffic is monitored to detect actual and Types of separation
Visual flight rules
potential conflictions Departing aircraft
G4.1.3 Traffic information is passed to enable Aerodrome traffic rules
aerodromes
pilots operating with visual reference to Aerodrome signals and markings
position themselves in the traffic pattern Types of Flight
G4.1.4 Immediate action is taken to restore Air traffic services
VFR
separation when it has been eroded Introduction
Heavy, Medium, Small and Light Air traffic control service
G4.1.6 Appropriate essential traffic information is Air traffic control units
Weather conditions
passed without delay Safety and expedition
VMC
G4.1.7 ATC procedures are adjusted to allow for Suspension of VFR operations Flight Rules
the effects of weather on flight operations Division of airspace
Speed limit

Visual Flight Rules
navigational and communication services
Class C airspace
on flight operations
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Separation Standards
Provision of standard separation
Reduced separation
Departing aircraft
Vertical separation
Separation based on ATS surveillance system
information
Control of Traffic
Royal Flights
Aerodrome control
Windshear
Wet runways
Snow and slush
All applicable current instructions

CAP 774
Service provision
Basic service
MATS Part 2
Unit procedures
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communications aids
Topic G4 MANAGE FLIGHTS OPERATING IN THE VICINITY OF THE AERODROME WITH THE AID OF AERODROME
October 2012
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CONTROL RADAR
Sub-Topic G4.2 Manage Flights Operating under the Instrument Flight Rules

G4.2.1 Radar information is integrated with Airspace category Rules of the Air
information from other sources A, C, D, E and G General flight rules
Low flying rule
G4.2.2 Flight data is assessed for actual and Types of separation
Visual flight rules
potential traffic conflictions Departing aircraft.
G4.2.3 A control strategy is developed to achieve Aerodrome traffic rules
aerodromes
separation with the least average delay to Aerodrome signals and markings
flights Types of Flight
G4.2.4 The runway is safeguarded to ensure the Air traffic services
IFR, Special VFR
safety of aircraft taking off and landing Introduction
G4.2.5 Departing aircraft separation is applied
G4.2.6 The applied separation is the most Light, Medium, Heavy, Small Air traffic control service
appropriate taking into account safety and Air traffic control units
Weather conditions
expedition Safety and expedition
VMC, IMC and Low Visibility
Flight Rules
G4.2.7 Traffic is monitored to detect actual and
potential conflictions
G4.2.8 Traffic information is passed to enable Speed limit
pilots operating with visual reference to Visual Flight Rules

position themselves in the traffic pattern Class C airspace
G4.2.9 Immediate action is taken to restore
separation when it has been eroded
G4.2.11 Appropriate essential traffic information is
passed without delay
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G4.2.12 ATC procedures are adjusted to allow for Separation Standards
the effects of weather on flight operations Provision of standard separation
Reduced separation
navigational and communication services
Departing aircraft
on flight operations
Vertical separation
Separation based on ATS surveillance
system information
Control of Traffic
Royal Flights
Aerodrome control
Windshear
Wet runways
Snow and slush
All applicable current instructions

CAP 774
Service provision
Basic service
MATS Part 2
Unit procedures
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communications aids
Topic G5 OPERATE SURFACE MOVEMENT GUIDANCE AND CONTROL SYSTEMS
October 2012
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Sub-Topic G5.1 Operate Surface Movement Guidance and Control Systems
G5.1 Surface movement guidance and control Operating conditions MATS Part 2
systems are operated in accordance with Day Unit procedures
laid down procedures Night
Topic G6 MANAGE AERODROME SURFACE MOVEMENTS IN LOW VISIBILITY WITH THE AID OF SURFACE MOVEMENT
GUIDANCE AND CONTROL SYSTEMS
G6.1.1 Aerodrome surface is monitored for Operating conditions Rules of the Air
potential conflictions Day General flight rules
Night Aerodrome traffic rules
G6.1.2 The runway is safeguarded to ensure the
Low visibility Aerodrome signals and markings
safety of aircraft taking off and landing
Other sources MATS Part 1 Section 2
G6.1.3 Surface movement guidance and control
Pilot reports Aerodrome control
systems are operated in accordance with
Other controllers Provision of services
laid down procedures
Responsibilities
G6.1.4 Clearances issued achieve the most Effect of weather on operations
expeditious flow consistent with safety Information to aircraft

Grass aerodromes
G6.1.5 The condition of the airfield surface is
evaluated when permitting movements
Surface movement radar
G6.1.6 Flow management requirements are met Taxying aircraft
G6.1.7 Requests for work on the airfield are
evaluated and appropriately met
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Topic G7 MANAGE AERODROME SURFACE MOVEMENTS WITH THE AID OF SURFACE MOVEMENT SURVEILLANCE
October 2012
CAP 624
SYSTEMS
G7.1.1 Surface movement radar information is Operating conditions Rules of the Air
integrated with information from other Day General flight rules
sources Night Aerodrome traffic rules
Low visibility Aerodrome signals and markings
G7.1.2 Aerodrome surface is monitored for
potential conflictions Other sources MATS Part 1 Section 2
Pilot reports Aerodrome control
G7.1.3 Clearances issued achieve the most
Other controllers Provision of services
expeditious flow consistent with safety
Responsibilities
G7.1.4 The condition of the airfield surface is Effect of weather on operations
evaluated when permitting movements Information to aircraft
Grass aerodromes
G7.1.5 Flow management requirements are met
G7.1.6 Request for work on the airfield are Surface movement radar
evaluated and appropriately met Taxying aircraft
Processing and display of ATS surveillance system
data

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Topic G8 EFFECT LIAISON WITH OTHER AGENCIES
October 2012
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Sub-Topic G8.1 Liaise with Non-ATC Agencies
G8.1.1 The sources of requests are verified Non-ATC Agencies MATS Part 1 Section 5
Aerodrome Authority Aerodrome emergency services
G8.1.2 Requests are evaluated for their effect on
Customs and Immigration
aerodrome operations MATS Part 2
Police
Unit procedures
G8.1.3 Information on the status of the aerodrome
and its associated aids is disseminated in
accordance with local procedures
Topic G8 EFFECT LIAISON WITH OTHER AGENCIES

Sub-Topic G8.2 Liaise with the Safety Services
G8.2.1 The need for safety services call-out is Safety services MATS Part 1 Section 2
identified in accordance with laid down Aerodrome fire services Aerodrome fire service
criteria Civil fire, ambulance and police services
G8.2.2 Call-outs are initiated in accordance with Aerodrome emergency services
local procedures
G8.2.3 The category of call-out initiated is
appropriate to the circumstances

G8.2.4 The sources of requests for off airfield
attendance are verified
G8.2.5 Requests for off airfield attendance are
evaluated for their effect on aerodrome
operations
G8.2.6 Off airfield attendance is permitted in
accordance with local procedures
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Topic G9 MANAGE DIVERSIONS
October 2012
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Sub-Topic G9.1 Manage Diversions
G9.1.1 Information necessary to facilitate the Types of diversion MATS Part 1 Section 1
diversion is obtained Pilot initiated. Air traffic services
Company initiated Diversion procedures
G9.1.2 Other relevant agencies are informed of
ATC initiated. Royal Flights
the diversion
Diversions
G9.1.3 Flight plan data is amended
G9.1.4 Diversion messages are issued when Approach control
appropriate Aerodromes receiving diversions
Area control procedures
Diversion
MATS Part 2
Unit procedures
Background on weather minima
Background on fuel management

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Topic G10 WORK AS A TEAM MEMBER ON THE AERODROME CONTROL OPERATIONAL POSITION
October 2012
CAP 624
Sub-Topic G10.1 Accept Responsibility for the Operational Position
G10.1.1 Compliance with licensing and medical Initial arrival for duty period Aeronautical Information Circulars
requirements is confirmed Return following fatigue break Effects of drugs, medicines, fatigue, stress,
medical conditions
G10.1.2 Pre-task briefing is carried out
Air Navigation Order
G10.1.3 The current and projected traffic situation is
Licensing of air traffic controllers
obtained from the duty controller
G10.1.4 Current and projected workload is
Control Room Administration
evaluated to determine whether the
Air Traffic Control Licensing
resources available are appropriate
MATS Part 2
G10.1.5 Action is taken to ensure resources are
Unit procedures
adequate for the task

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Sub-Topic G10.2 Monitor Performance whilst Responsible for the Operational Position
G10.2.1 Assistance is called for in sufficient time to Traffic flow CAP 670 Part D Section 2
ensure personal capabilities are not Light, Medium, Heavy Scheme for Regulation of the Hours of Civil
exceeded ATCOs in the UK (SRATCOH)
G10.2.2 Assistance provided to other team MATS Part 1 Section 8
members is appropriate to the Control Room Administration
circumstances Air Traffic Control Licensing
G10.2.3 Current and projected workload is MATS Part 2
evaluated to determine whether the Unit procedures
resources available are appropriate
Indications of stress
G10.2.4 Action is taken to ensure resources are Indications of fatigue
adequate for the task Workload sharing
G10.2.5 Rest/fatigue break requirements are
complied with
G10.2.6 Concentration is maintained at an
appropriate level for the task
G10.2.7 Indications of reduced or inadequate
performance are acted upon in an
appropriate manner

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Sub-Topic G10.3 Transfer Responsibility for the Operational Position
G10.3.1 The current traffic situation is clearly Running handover CAP 670 Part D Section 2
communicated to the relieving controller Scheme for Regulation of the Hours of Civil
ATCOs in the UK (SRATCOH)
G10.3.2 The current and projected operating
conditions are clearly communicated to the MATS Part 1 Section 8
relieving controller Control Room Administration
Air Traffic Control Licensing
G10.3.3 Current and projected workload is
evaluated to determine whether the MATS Part 2
resources available are appropriate Unit procedures
G10.3.4 Action is taken to ensure resources are
adequate for the task

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Topic H1 MANAGE DEVELOPED EMERGENCIES FROM THE AERODROME CONTROL UNIT
October 2012
CAP 624
Sub-Topic H1.1 Manage Radio Failures
H1.1.1 Aircraft radio failure is recognised from Types of failure MATS Part 1 Section 1
available information Ground radio Flight Rules
Partial and complete aircraft radio Availability of supplementary flight plan
H1.1.2 Standard radio failure procedures are
information
implemented Environment
Radar and non-radar environment MATS Part 1 Section 5
Radio failure
Reporting procedures
MATS Part 2
Unit procedures
CAP 382
CAP 745

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Sub-Topic H1.2 Manage Situations Arising from Unlawful Interference
H1.2.1 The possibility of unlawful interference is Aircraft intending to land MATS Part 1 Section 1
recognised from available information Aircraft on ground Flight Rules
H1.2.2 Standard procedures are adhered to when
dealing with aircraft subject to unlawful MATS Part 1 Section 5
interference Hijacking and unlawful interference
Bomb warnings - aircraft
MATS Part 2
Unit procedures
CAP 382
CAP 745

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Sub-Topic H1.3 Manage Aircraft Emergencies
H1.3.1 The possibility of an emergency situation Types of emergency Aircraft performance and performance limitations
existing is recognised from available Engine
information Airframe
Flight Rules
Fuel based
H1.3.2 The nature of the emergency is determined Availability of supplementary flight plan information
Medical
H1.3.3 The level of priority over other traffic is MATS Part 1 Section 5
evaluated Aircraft emergencies
Aircraft lost
MATS Part 2
Unit procedures
CAP 382
CAP 745

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Sub-Topic H1.4 Provide Alerting Service
H1.4.1 Available information is evaluated to Phases of emergency MATS Part 1 Section 1

determine the phase of emergency Uncertainty Flight rules
existing Alert Availability of supplementary flight plan
Distress information
H1.4.2 Actions follow laid down procedures
appropriate to the phase of the emergency MATS Part 1 Section 5
Aircraft emergencies
Alerting service
Miscellaneous procedures
MATS Part 2
Unit procedures
CAP 382

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Topic H2 MANAGE DOMESTIC CONTINGENCIES IN AN AERODROME VISUAL CONTROL ROOM
October 2012
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Sub-Topic H2.1 Safely Evacuate the Control Room
H2.1.1 Available information is evaluated to Reasons for evacuation MATS Part 2

determine the need to evacuate the control Fire and Bomb Warnings Unit procedures
room
H2.1.2 Traffic is disposed of in accordance with
laid down procedures
H2.1.3 Evacuation is conducted in accordance
with laid down procedures
Topic S1 COMPLY WITH SECURITY REQUIREMENTS AT AN AERODROME CONTROL UNIT

Sub-Topic S1.1 Comply with Security Requirements at an Aerodrome Control Unit
S1.1.1 Comply with security procedures as MATS Part 2

required Unit procedures

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Air Traffic Controllers – Performance Objectives

Part 2 – Aerodrome Control Instrument

Air Traffic Controllers – Performance Objectives

Part 2 – Aerodrome Control Instrument

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Part 2 – Aerodrome Control Instrument

KEY ROLE A COMMUNICATE WITH AIRCRAFT AND OTHER AGENCIES

KEY ROLE B ESTABLISH AND UPDATE A REPRESENTATIVE FLIGHT DATA DISPLAY

CORRELATE INFORMATION USEFUL FOR THE SAFE AND EFFICIENT

Part 2 – Aerodrome Control Instrument

KEY ROLE D SELECT THE DIRECTION OF LANDING AND TAKE OFF

D1.2 Operate aerodrome lighting

KEY ROLE H MANAGE EMERGENCIES AND DOMESTIC CONTINGENCIES

Part 2 – Aerodrome Control Instrument

KEY ROLE S SECURITY

Part 2 – Aerodrome Control Instrument

KEY ROLE B ESTABLISH AND UPDATE A REPRESENTATIVE FLIGHT DATA DISPLAY

CORRELATE INFORMATION USEFUL FOR THE SAFE AND EFFICIENT

Part 2 – Aerodrome Control Instrument

KEY ROLE H MANAGE EMERGENCIES AND DOMESTIC CONTINGENCIES

KEY ROLE S SECURITY

Part 2 – Aerodrome Control Instrument

Part 2 – Aerodrome Control Instrument

KEY ROLE B ESTABLISH AND UPDATE A REPRESENTATIVE FLIGHT DATA DISPLAY

CORRELATE INFORMATION USEFUL FOR THE SAFE AND EFFICIENT

Part 2 – Aerodrome Control Instrument

KEY ROLE D SELECT THE DIRECTION OF LANDING AND TAKE OFF

D1.2 Operate aerodrome lighting

KEY ROLE H MANAGE EMERGENCIES AND DOMESTIC CONTINGENCIES

Part 2 – Aerodrome Control Instrument

KEY ROLE E SET UP AND USE SURVEILLANCE RADAR EQUIPMENT

KEY ROLE G MANAGE THE OPERATIONAL POSITION AND ITS TRAFFIC

Part 2 – Aerodrome Control Instrument

KEY ROLE E SET UP AND USE SURVEILLANCE RADAR EQUIPMENT

KEY ROLE G MANAGE THE OPERATIONAL POSITION AND ITS TRAFFIC

Part 2 – Aerodrome Control Instrument

Part 2 – Aerodrome Control Instrument

Performance Objectives Conditions Essential Knowledge

Part 2 – Aerodrome Control Instrument

Performance Objectives Conditions Essential Knowledge

A1.2.1 The readability of transmissions is Communication methods MATS Part 1 Appendix E

Part 2 – Aerodrome Control Instrument

Performance Objectives Conditions Essential Knowledge

A2.1.1 Standard phraseology is employed Communication by MATS Part 1 Appendix E

Part 2 – Aerodrome Control Instrument

Performance Objectives Conditions Essential Knowledge

Part 2 – Aerodrome Control Instrument

Performance Objectives Conditions Essential Knowledge

Topic B2 MAINTAIN A REPRESENTATIVE FLIGHT DATA DISPLAY FOR AERODROME CONTROL

Performance Objectives Conditions Essential Knowledge

Part 2 – Aerodrome Control Instrument

Performance Objectives Conditions Essential Knowledge