1. Airport regulations
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At Flamingo Airport, a number of local regulations apply. The regulations are collected in the Aerodrome Manual which is available at the Airport Operations Office at the Terminal Building. This manual includes, among other subjects, the following:
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a) information about aircraft stands;
b) information about taxiing from aircraft stands including taxi clearance;
c) limitations in the operation of large aircraft including limitations in the use of the aircraft's own power for taxiing;
d) marshaller assistance and towing assistance;
e) use of engine power exceeding idle power;
f) engine start-up and use of APU;
g) fuel spillage; and
h) precautions during extreme weather conditions.
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Marshalling assistance can be requested and further information about the regulations can be obtained from the TWR, Ground Handler or Airport Operations.
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When a local regulation is of importance for the safe operation of aircraft on the apron, the information will be given to each aircraft by the TWR or Airport Operations.
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"Local Regulations" may be requested, in writing.
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2. Taxiing to and from stands
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Arriving aircraft will be allocated a stand number by the TWR or Airport Operations. General aviation aircraft will have to use the general aviation parking area.
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Departing IFR flights shall contact the TWR to obtain ATC clearance before commencing taxiing. Request for ATC clearance may take place at the earliest 10 minutes prior to engine start- up.
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Frequency 118.70 MHz is to be used. Departing aircraft shall obtain push-back clearance and taxi instruction from the TWR on 118.70 MHz.
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3. Parking area for small aircraft (General aviation)
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General aviation aircraft shall be guided by TWR to the General Aviation parking.
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4. Parking area for helicopters
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Helicopters will always be guided by the TWR and/or a marshaller on the stand.
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5. Apron
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The taxi guide lines are available.
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6. Taxiing - limitations
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Insufficient safety distances restrict the use of taxiways A and B under own power to Code A and B aeroplanes only. Further information will be given to each aircraft from the TWR or Airport Operations.
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7. Helicopter traffic - limitation
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Non-scheduled public air traffic with helicopters departing from or to vessels is permitted only after prior approval from the Dutch Authorities via the Aerodrome Administration. Any contact concerning the above shall be made via the handling company or directly to the Airport Office during the hours of service. A 21 day notice period can be expected before the flight is to be carried out.
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Any request for approval of traffic from or to vessels shall contain the following information:
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a)Owner/operator
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b)Type of helicopter, registration/call sign
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c)Date, arrival time/departure time, destination(s).
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Furthermore, other details relevant to the evaluation of the request shall be given as required.
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8. Removal of disabled aircraft
from runways
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When an aircraft is wrecked on a runway, it is the duty of the owner or the aircraft operator to have it removed as soon as possible. If a wrecked aircraft is not removed from the runway as quickly as possible by the owner or the aircraft operator, the aircraft will be removed by the aerodrome authority at the owner's or the aircraft operator's expense.
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9. Turning Bay
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Use of Turning Bay at each runway end is mandatory for aircraft equal or greater in wingspan than Boeing 737-900; i.e. 35.8 M (117 ft 5 in).
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The intermediate Turning Bay may be used by aircraft with a wingspan smaller than Boeing 737-900; i.e. 35.8 M (117 ft 5 in).
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1. General
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Unless special permission has been obtained from Curaçao Control / Curaçao Tracon or Flamingo Tower as appropriate, flight within the Flamingo TMA and CTR shall be in accordance with the Instrument Flight Rules.
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2. Procedures for IFR flights within Flamingo CTR
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The inbound, transit and outbound routes shown on the charts may be varied at the discretion of ATS. If necessary, in case of congestion, inbound aircraft may also be instructed to hold at one of the designated airways, reporting points.
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3. DEPARTURE PROCEDURES FLAMINGO INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT
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3.1 General remarks
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• Transition altitude: 2500ft AMSL
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• Max 250 kt below FL100 unless otherwise instructed
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3.2 SID RWY 10
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• Advise ATC if unable to climb to at least FL110 at ITRIX.
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• Departure procedures RWY 10 to a Curaçao FIR boundary point that is not part of a SID: file the SID ITRIX 1R (RNAV) or ITRIX 1Q (VOR). After passing ITRIX, expect ATC instructions to first en-route waypoint.
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3.2.1 Conventional description
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ARUBA 1Q
Climb on runway magnetic track 104° to 6.1 DME PJB. Turn right to proceed on arc 9.4 DME PJB to R 209 PJB. Intercept and follow R 118 PJG to PJG VOR/DME. Intercept and follow R 120 ABA to ABA VOR/DME.
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CURACAO 1Q
Climb on runway magnetic track 104° to 6.1 DME PJB. Turn right to proceed on arc 9.4 DME PJB to R 209 PJB. Intercept and follow R 118 PJG to PJG VOR/DME.
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BONAX 1Q
Climb on runway magnetic track 104° to 6.1 DME PJB. Turn right to intercept and follow R 109 PJB to BONAX (24.8 DME PJB).
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EMAPA 1Q
Climb on runway magnetic track 104° to 6.1 DME PJB. Turn right to proceed on arc 9.4 DME PJB to R 253 PJB. Turn left to intercept and follow R 271 PJB to EMAPA (58.4 DME PJB).
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ITRIX 1Q
Climb on runway magnetic track 104° to 6.1 DME PJB. Turn left to proceed on arc 9.4 DME PJB to R 047 PJB. Turn right to intercept and follow R 033 PJB to ITRIX (24.8 DME PJB) at or above FL110. After passing ITRIX, expect ATC instructions to first en-route waypoint.
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3.3 SID RWY 28
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• Advise ATC if unable to climb to at least FL110 at ROGNA.
• RNAV departure procedures RWY 28 to a Curaçao FIR boundary point that is not part of a SID: file the SID ROGNA 1T (RNAV). After passing ROGNA, expect ATC instructions to first en-route waypoint.
• VOR departures RWY 28 to a Curaçao FIR boundary point that is not part of a SID: expect ATC instructions.
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3.3.1 Conventional description
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ARUBA 1S
Climb on runway magnetic track 284° to 7.9 DME PJB. Turn right to intercept and follow R 287 PJB to PJG VOR/DME. Turn right to intercept and follow R 120 ABA to MATUL (7.6 DME ABA).
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CURACAO 1S
Climb on runway magnetic track 284° to 7.9 DME PJB. Turn right to intercept and follow R 287 PJB to PJG VOR/DME.
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BONAX 1S
Climb on runway magnetic track 284° to 7.9 DME PJB. Turn left to proceed on arc 10.9 DME PJB to R 127 PJB. Turn right to intercept and follow R 109 PJB to BONAX (24.8 DME PJB).
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EMAPA 1S
Climb on runway magnetic track 284° to 7.9 DME PJB. Turn left to intercept and follow R 271 PJB to EMAPA (58.4 DME PJB).
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4. INSTRUMENT APPROACH PROCEDURES FLAMINGO INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT
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4.1 General remarks
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• Transition altitude: 2500ft AMSL
• Max 250 kt below FL100 unless otherwise instructed
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4.2 STAR RWY 10
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• Arrival procedures RWY 10: inbound traffic entering the Curaçao FIR without filing a STAR - expect ATC instructions at the FIR boundary to ROGNA.
• Arrival procedures RWY 10: Advise ATC if unable to descend to FL100 at ROGNA.
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4.3 STAR RWY 28
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• Arrival procedures RWY 28: inbound traffic entering the Curacao FIR without filing a STAR - expect ATC instructions at the FIR boundary to KEDNU
• Arrival procedures RWY 28: Advise ATC if unable to descend to FL100 at CB30X waypoints: “Unable to comply with charted altitude restriction to descend to FL100”.
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5. VFR PROCEDURES FLAMINGO INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT
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Note - For the visual approach chart, visual recommended routes and visual traffic circuits see ENR 6.1-19 and AD 2 TNCB-75
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5.1 General
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1. All VFR flights intending to operate in the Flamingo CTR shall submit a flight plan (see TNCB AD 2.22.8 Flight Planning).
2. Flamingo CTR has been designated as controlled airspace (class D).
3. Flamingo ATZ has been designated as controlled airspace (class B).
4. Flights within the Flamingo CTR shall maintain two-way radio communication with Curaçao TRACON or Curaçao Control. Curaçao TRACON active 1100-2300 UTC. Outside these hours, contact Curaçao Control.
5. Flights within the Flamingo ATZ shall maintain two-way radio communication with Flamingo TWR.
6. A clearance is required from CuraçaoACC for all VFR operations in the CTR.
7. VFR flights shall be carried out via the published VFR routes unless otherwise instructed by ATC or on pilots’ request.
8. Pilots should adhere to the VFR approach and departure procedures and traffic circuit as depicted.
9. Built-up areas shall be avoided as much as possible.
10. Prior permission is required for training and test flights.
11. Touch-and-goes are subject to traffic permitting conditions.
12. VFR flights are not allowed between sunset and sunrise.
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5.2 VFR departure procedures
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Pilots must have obtained start-up approval from ATC before starting engines. A request for start-up shall be made to Flamingo TWR, approval for start-up will either be issued immediately or at a specified time depending on traffic.
Taxiing on taxiways: pilots of aircraft intending to taxi on the taxiways shall obtain an approval from Flamingo TWR.
After take-off, aircraft shall maintain runway track till 2500ft. Departing aircraft shall leave the circuit by one of the VFR routes indicated on the chart, unless otherwise instructed.
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5.2.1 VFR departure to the south
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VFR flights to the south shall leave the Flamingo CTR via CRYSTAL to WILLEMSTOREN at 2500ft AMSL or above, unless otherwise instructed.
Report when passing WILLEMSTOREN.
While in the Flamingo CTR, VFR flights shall monitor the Curaçao ACC frequency.
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5.2.2 VFR departure to the east
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VFR flights to the east shall leave the Flamingo CTR via track maintaining RWY heading,
at 2500ft AMSL or above, unless otherwise instructed.
Report when passing 2500ft.
While in the Flamingo CTR, VFR flights shall monitor the Curaçao ACC frequency.
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5.2.3 VFR departure to the west
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VFR flights to Curaçao, Aruba and beyond shall leave the Flamingo CTR via CRYSTAL at 2500ft AMSL or above, unless otherwise instructed.
Report when passing CRYSTAL.
While in the Flamingo CTR, VFR flights shall monitor the Curaçao ACC frequency.
Traffic to Aruba shall expect routing via CRYSTAL, SINT JORIS, CORAL to REFINERY.
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5.2.4 VFR departure to the north
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VFR flights to the north shall contact Curaçao TRACON or Curaçao Control for instructions.
While in the Flamingo CTR, VFR flights shall monitor the Curaçao ACC frequency.
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5.3 VFR approach procedures
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Contact Curaçao ACC at least 5 minutes before crossing the CTR boundary for clearance to enter the CTR.
Enter the CTR via the published VFR routes, unless otherwise instructed.
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5.3.1 VFR approach from the south
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VFR flights from the south shall contact Curaçao ACC at least 5 minutes prior to crossing the CTR boundary for clearance to enter the CTR.
Enter the CTR via the published VFR route, unless otherwise instructed.
Report passing WILLEMSTOREN at 1500ft AMSL.
Join the circuit as instructed by ATC.
While in the Flamingo CTR, VFR flights shall monitor the Curaçao ACC frequency.
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5.3.2 VFR approach from the east
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VFR flights from the east shall contact Curaçao ACC at least 5 minutes prior to crossing the CTR boundary for clearance to enter the CTR and for instructions.
Report passing WILLEMSTOREN at 1500ft AMSL.
Join the circuit as instructed by ATC.
While in the Flamingo CTR, VFR flights shall monitor the Curaçao ACC frequency.
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5.3.3 VFR approach from the west
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VFR flights from Curaçao and beyond shall remain on the Curaçao ACC frequency until crossing the CTR boundary
Enter the CTR via the published VFR route, unless otherwise instructed.
Report passing CRYSTAL at 1500ft AMSL.
Join the circuit as instructed by ATC.
While in the Flamingo CTR, VFR flights shall monitor the Curaçao ACC frequency.
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5.3.4 VFR approach from the north
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VFR flights from the north shall contact Curaçao ACC at least 5 minutes prior crossing the CTR boundary for clearance to enter the CTR and for instructions.
Descend to 1500ft AMSL and join the circuit as instructed by ATC.
While in the Flamingo CTR, VFR flights shall monitor the Curaçao ACC frequency.
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5.4 VFR reporting points
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FIX NAME COORDINATES PJB INTERSECTION FIX
WILLEMSTOREN 115957.69N0682037.76W R 227/9.7 DME
CRYSTAL 120545.84N0682047.41W R 261/6.1 DME
SINT JORIS 120547.72N0684848.51W R 278/33.2 DME
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5.5 VFR traffic circuits
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The circuit altitude is 1500ft AMSL.
Maximum speed within the circuit is 130 kts.
The standard circuit is left-hand RWY 10 and right-hand RWY 28.
Pattern legs may be adjusted at ATC discretion depending on traffic conditions.
If not possible to adhere to the circuit, inform ATC as soon as possible.
In case of go around, join the circuit and inform ATC as soon as possible.
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Traffic not able to comply with the maximum speed in the traffic circuit shall inform ATC.
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5.6 Communication failure procedures
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5.6.1 General
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Select SSR code 7600.
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5.6.2 VFR outbound
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In case of communication failure during VFR departure, adhere to the departure instructions. VFR flights on assigned routes should leave the CTR via the VFR routes. In case an off-route flight needs to cross the runway center line, it should only do so crossing the airfield midfield at or above FL040 and leave the CTR via the shortest route. If the flight has been instructed to maintain an intermediate altitude, it shall maintain that altitude until outside the CTR and proceed/divert to an appropriate aerodrome.
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5.6.3 VFR inbound
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In case of communication failure before joining the circuit, orbit either south or north of the airport (depending of track inbound). This is necessary to observe the aerodrome traffic and/or to be noticed by Flamingo Tower (do not cross the aerodrome circuit). Remaining always visual. Look to the Tower for instructions given by light signals and adhere to the instructions. After a full stop landing vacate the runway as soon as possible. In case of a go around execute a similar circuit.
If not possible to adhere to the circuit, climb on runway track to 2500ft AMSL, turn left 180 degrees, fly overhead the airport, turn left 180 degrees and commence a straight in. Look to the Tower for instructions given by light signals and adhere to the instructions.
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6. Communication failure procedures
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6.1 General
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Select SSR code 7600.
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6.2 General procedures for IFR flights
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6.2.1
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If there is a communication failure of an aircraft with Flamingo or Hato air traffic control unit, the aircraft shall comply with the voice communication procedures of ICAO Annex 10, Volume II, Chapter 5, and with such of the following procedures as are appropriate. The aircraft shall attempt to establish communications with the Flamingo and Hato air traffic control unit using all other available means.
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6.2.2 Flying in VMC
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VMC outbound: In case of communication failure adhere to the departure instructions. If the
departure instructions contain a clearance limit in the CTR, act in accordance. In VMC:
- continue to fly in VMC;
- land at the nearest suitable aerodrome; and
- report the arrival by the most expeditious means to the appropriate ATS unit.
VMC inbound: follow the procedure included in section 6.3.
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6.2.3 Flying in IMC
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In IMC or when conditions are such that it does not appear likely that the pilot will complete the
flight in accordance with the prescribed VMC RCF as included in paragraph 6.2.2 or when not able to comply with paragraph 6.2.1, the pilot shall maintain the last assigned speed and level, or minimum flight altitude if higher, for a period of 7 minutes following:
- the time the last assigned level or minimum flight altitude is reached; or
- the time the transponder is set to code 7600; or
- the pilot’s failure to report its position over a compulsory reporting point;
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Whichever is later, and thereafter adjust level and speed in accordance with the filed flight plan. Proceed according to the current flight plan route to the appropriate designated navigation aid or fix serving the destination aerodrome.
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When being radar vectored rejoin the current flight plan route no later than the next significant point, taking into consideration the applicable minimum flight altitude.
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6.3 Arriving flights
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6.3.1 Inbound clearance not received
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• Proceed according the current flight plan route to the appropriate holding fix (IMOMA for RWY 10 or ULIXU for RWY 28).
• Maintain the last cleared and acknowledged flight level.
• After arrival over the fix, intercept the holding pattern.
• Commence descent to 2500ft AMSL at, or as close as possible to, the ETA resulting from the current flight plan.
• After reaching 2500ft AMSL leave the holding fix and carry out an instrument approach procedure to the received and acknowledged runway, or to the landing runway according ATIS.
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6.3.2 Inbound clearance received
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• Proceed according the current flight plan to the appropriate holding fix (IMOMA for RWY 10 or ULIXU for RWY 28).
• Maintain the last cleared and acknowledged flight level.
• After arrival over the fix, intercept the holding pattern.
• Commence descent to 2500ft AMSL at the expected approach time last received and acknowledged.
• When no expected approach time has been received and acknowledged, commence descent to 2500ft AMSL at, or as close as possible to, the ETA resulting from the current flight plan.
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6.3.3 Aerodrome traffic
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When aircraft is part of the aerodrome traffic at Flamingo International Airport, aircraft shall keep watch for such instructions as may be issued by visual signals.
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6.3.4 Missed approach during communication failure
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6.3.4.1 RWY10
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Climb on runway track 104° MAG to 2500ft AMSL direct ULIXU and hold. Leave the holding fix direct to IMOMA and hold. Leave the holding fix and execute the instrument approach procedure again.
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6.3.4.2 RWY28
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Climb on runway track 284° MAG to 2500ft AMSL direct IMOMA and hold. Leave the holding fix direct to ULIXU and hold. Leave the holding fix and execute the instrument approach procedure again.
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7. Special VFR
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Special VFR flights are only authorized subject to the approval of the unit providing approach control service to enter the control zone for the purpose of landing or to take off and depart directly from the control zone provided that:
1. the ground visibility is not less 1500 m;
2. separation shall be effected between all IFR flights and special VFR flights;
3. separation shall be effective between special VFR flights.
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Note: Special VFR Flights are not allowed between Sunset or Sunrise. (See table Times of sunrise and sunset for Curaçao at sea level - Gen 2.7-2 and 3)
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8. Flight Planning
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All flights (VFR or IFR) departing from Flamingo International Airport shall file a flight plan at the automated Air Traffic Service Reporting Office (ARO) or contact the main office at Curaçao, TEL: (+5999) 839-3552.
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1. Bird concentrations in the vicinity of the airport
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As far as practicable, Aerodrome Control will inform pilots of any bird activity and the estimated heights AGL. Their presence shall also be advised by NOTAM. During the above periods pilots of aircraft are advised, where the design limitations of aircraft installations permit, to operate landing lights in flight, within the terminal area and during take-off, approach-to-land and climb and descent procedures.
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Activity of flocks of birds takes place daily in and around the approach area.
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Pilots are advised to proceed with caution and where the design limitations of aircraft permit, to operate landing lights in flight, within the terminal area and during take-off, approach-to-land and climb and descent procedures..
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Proper execution of the vegetation control activities to eliminate, control or reduce environmental factors that attract birds and wildlife to the airfield environment are executed.
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2. Bird or wildlife strike or irregularities
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Aircraft collisions with birds (commonly known as bird strikes) or other types of wildlife could result in damage to the aircraft including engine and/or control surface damage. This could lead to degradations in aircraft performance and/or control. Depending on the severity of the situation, the Pilot in Command (PIC) may opt to perform an aborted take-off or request to return to the aerodrome. This occurrence is handled as an emergency.
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If an aircraft collides with wildlife while it is over or on a runway, that runway shall be inspected as soon as possible to assess the condition of the runway and remove FOD as necessary. This may cause a temporary closure of the runway; however an emergency aircraft, which require immediate landing, will be accommodated.
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3. Mobile obstacles in approach area runway 10 / take-off area 28
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The passage of cruise ships is controlled in cooperation with airport authorities and harbourmaster. Sailing ships with tall masts that appear to be a hazard to safe operations should be reported to ATC on the TWR frequency of 118.70 MHz.
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