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1. Airport regulations
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At HATO Curaçao International Airport, a number of local regulations apply. The regulations are collected in a manual which is available in the Airport Coordination Center-OPS at the NEW Terminal Building. This manual includes, among other subjects, the following:
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a) The meaning of markings and signs;
b) Information about aircraft stands including visual docking guidance systems;
c) Information about taxiing from aircraft stands including taxi clearance;
d) Limitations in the operations of large aircraft including limitations in the use of the aircraft’s own power for taxiing;
e) Helicopter operations;
f) Marshalling assistance and towing assistance;
g) Use of engine power exceeding idle power;
h) Engine start-up and use of APU;
i) Fuel spillage; and
j) Precautions during extreme weather conditions.
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Marshalling assistance is mandatory at TNCC by the ground handling companies and further information about the regulations can be obtained from the TWR or by OPS located in the Airport Coordination Center.
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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 each by the TWR or Airport Operations.
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Local Regulations may be requested , in writing, from: The Airport Authority and or CCAA.
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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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Assistance from the Improvised “FOLLOW ME” vehicle can be requested via the TWR or Airport Operations. General aviation will always be guided by the FBO handling Company.
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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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Ground Control
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Ground Control is provided by HATO Tower. All traffic on the maneuvering area shall request clearance for movement and /or repositioning on the different platforms and taxi ways. The Ground Control service and Aerodrome Control is provided on frequency 118.3 MHz.
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Upon landing after evacuating the RWY, Hato tower will provide taxi clearance to the assigned parking spot. For private flights Hato Tower shall give taxi clearance to the general aviation platform. Marshalling will be provided by the company providing handling services.
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To taxi (civil and Private Flights) from stands the pilot shall request taxi clearance. Authorization for pushback to enter taxiway shall be obtained from Hato Tower. The responsibility for pushback remains with the ground handler.
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Pilots shall request permission from ATC before starting engines and when applicable report a cross-bleed start. The request for start-up shall be made to Hato Tower after all preparations for departure have been made (doors closed etc.) and shall include:
• Aircraft identification (e.g. INC 901);
• Gate Number / PIT NO. (e.g. GATE 2/ PIT 9);
• Destination (e.g. Miami);
• Request start-up (request start-up).
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Permission for start-up will be issued either immediately or at a specified time. Since ATC planning of outbound traffic (involving en route clearance and co-ordination with Curaçao and adjacent ACCs is based on the start-up time). The pilot shall be able to comply with start-up and taxi permission. Any delay in start-up or taxiing shall be reported to Hato Tower immediately. In case of indefinite delay the probable duration of delay will be given.
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Prior to taxiing for take-off, aircraft shall be advised of the following elements of information, in the order listed, with the exception of such elements which it is known the aircraft has already received:
a) The runway to be used;
b) The surface wind direction and speed, including significant variations;
c) The QNH altimeter setting;
d) The air temperature for the runway to be used, or if requested the QFE altimeter setting;
e) The visibility representative of the direction of take-off and initial climb, if less than 10 km;
f) The correct time.
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Note. -- Significant meteorological conditions in this context include the occurrence or expected
occurrence of cumulonimbus or thunderstorm, moderate or severe turbulence, wind shear, severe squall line, freezing precipitation, severe mountain waves, sandstorm, dust storm, tornado or waterspout in the take-off and climb-out area.
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3. Parking area for small aircraft (General Aviation)
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General aviation aircraft shall be guided by FBO’s Marshallers to the parking area for small aircraft.
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4. Parking area for helicopters
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The parking area for helicopters are ACS 15 and ACS 16; FOL ramp; Coast Guard ramp and General Aviation Apron. Helicopters will always be guided by a Marshaller on the stand.
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5. Apron
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The guidelines on TNCC apron-taxiways are well marked and visible.
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6. Taxiing-Limitations
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Insufficient safety distances restrict CAT F of certain taxiways when using their own power. Further information will be given to each aircraft from the Tower or Airport Operations.
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7. Helicopter traffic-limitations
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Non-scheduled public air traffic with helicopters is permitted only after prior approval from the CCAA. Any contact concerning the above shall be made via the handling company or directly to the Airport during the hours of service and, if possible, not later the day before the flight is to be carried out.
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Operations during the hours of service and, if possible, not later the day before the flight is to be carried out.
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Any request for approval of traffic shall contain the following information:
a) Owner/operator
b) Type of helicopter, registration/call sign;
c) Date, arrival time/departure time, destination(s)
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Helicopter Operations
Hato TWR provides ATS to deferent type of helicopter flights. Types of flight are:
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a) Military Flights;
b) Special Air mission (SAM) Flights
c) Police Flights
d) Medical Flights;
e) Private and Civil Flights
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Ad. a-d) Military Flights, SAM Flights, Police Flights and Medical Flights
These flights can operate (depart or land) directly from the Platform or Taxiway. Hato tower will separate these flights from all aerodrome traffic (Traffic on the maneuvering area of the aerodrome and all aircraft flying in the vicinity of the aerodrome).
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When air taxiing is required the Hato Tower provides clearance and provides separation from all traffic on the maneuvering area.
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Helicopters operating from a remote heliport shall be provided with flight information. All helicopter flights entering the aerodrome traffic zone shall request clearance to enter.
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Ad. e) Helicopters Private and Civil Flights
Private or civil helicopter flights shall adhere to the ICAO annex 2- Rules of the air and ICAO SARP`s. These flights shall be cleared for landing on or departure from the RWY in use and cleared for air taxiing via the taxiways to the parking positions assigned.
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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 user of such aircraft 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 user, the aircraft will be removed by the aerodrome authority at the owner`s or user`s expense. Aerodrome Authority will contact an outsource company.
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PLEASE CHECK WITH ATS
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1. DEPARTURE PROCEDURES HATO INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT
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1.1 SID descriptions
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1.1.1 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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1.1.2 SID RWY 11
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• Advise ATC if unable to climb with at least 225ft/NM to OLITO (RNAV SID) or to 2500ft (VOR SID).
• Advise ATC if unable to climb to at least FL110 at AMIPU.
• Departure procedures RWY 11 to a Curaçao FIR boundary point that is not part of a SID: file the SID AMIPU 1K (RNAV) or AMIPU 1J (VOR). After passing AMIPU, expect ATC instructions to first en-route waypoint.
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1.1.2.1 Conventional description
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AMIPU 1J
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Climb on runway magnetic track 114˚, at or above 1100ft AMSL turn left to magnetic track 102˚ to intercept and follow R 107 PJG. At 15.0 DME PJG turn left to proceed on arc 17.0 DME PJG to R 057 PJG. Turn right to intercept and follow R 046 PJG to DUMVA (28.4 DME PJG) at or above FL 110. After passing DUMVA, expect ATC instructions to first en-route waypoint. Requires minimum 225ft/NM up to 1100ft AMSL.
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ARUBA 1J
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Climb on runway magnetic track 114˚ direct to cross 9.0 DME PJG at or above 3000ft AMSL. Turn right to proceed on arc 11.0 DME PJG at or above 3000ft AMSL. Turn right to proceed on arc 11.0 DME to R 155 PJG. Turn right to intercept and follow R 126 ABA to ABA VOR/DME.
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BONAIRE 1J
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Climb on runway magnetic track 114˚, at or above 1100ft AMSL turn left to magnetic track 102˚ to intercept and follow R 107 PJG to MIVER (37.1 DME PJG).
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BONAX 1J
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Climb on runway magnetic track 114º, at or above 1100ft AMSL turn left to magnetic track 102º to
intercept and follow R 107 PJG to MIVER (37.1 DME PJG). Cross MIVER at or above 6000ft AMSL and continue on R 107 PJG to BONAX (69.8 DME PJG).
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EMAPA 1J
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Climb on runway magnetic track 114º direct to cross 9.0 DME PJG at or above 3000ft AMSL. Turn rightto proceed on arc 11.0 DME PJG to R 155 PJG. Turn right to follow R 126 ABA up to 56.8 DME ABA.Turn left to intercept and follow R 232 PJG to EMAPA (19.4 DME PJG). Requires minimum 225ft/NMup to 1100ft AMSL.
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REPIS 1J
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Climb on runway magnetic track 114º direct to cross 9.0 DME PJG at or above 3000ft AMSL. Turn rightto proceed on arc 11.0 DME PJG to R 155 PJG. Turn left to intercept and follow R 162 PJG to REPIS(31.4 DME PJG). Requires minimum 225ft/NM up to 1100ft AMSL.
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1.1.3 SID RWY 29
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• Advise ATC if unable to climb with at least 245ft/NM to IMEVA (RNAV SID) or 500ft/NM to 2500ft (VOR SID).
• Advise ATC if unable to climb to at least FL110 at SATEX.
• RNAV departure procedures RWY 29 to a Curaçao FIR boundary point that is not part of a SID: file the SID SATEX 1M (RNAV). After passing SATEX, expect ATC instructions to first en-route waypoint.
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VOR departures RWY 29 to a Curaçao FIR boundary point that is not part of a SID: Expect ATC instructions.
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1.1.3.1 Conventional description
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ARUBA 1L
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Climb on runway magnetic track 294º direct to cross 50.4 DME ABA at or above 2500ft AMSL. Turn right to intercept and follow R 120 ABA to MATUL (7.6 DME ABA). Requires minimum 245ft/NM upto 1000ft AMSL.
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BONAX 1L
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Climb on runway magnetic track 294º direct to cross 5.0 DME PJG. Turn left to proceed on arc 7.0
DME PJG to R 174 PJG. Turn right to intercept and follow R 279 PJB to PJB VOR/DME. At PJB
VOR/DME, turn right to intercept and follow R 109 PJB to BONAX (24.8 DME PJB). Requires
minimum 245ft/NM up to 1000ft AMSL.
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BONAIRE 1L
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Climb on runway magnetic track 294º direct to cross 5.0 DME PJG. Turn left to proceed on arc 7.0 DME PJG to R 174 PJG. Turn right to intercept and follow R 279 PJB to PJB VOR/DME. Requires
minimum 245ft/NM up to 1000ft AMSL.
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EMAPA 1L
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Climb on runway magnetic track 294º direct to cross 5.0 DME PJG. Turn left to proceed on arc 7.0
DME PJG to R 244 PJG. Turn right to intercept and follow R 232 PJG to EMAPA (19.4 DME PJG). Requires minimum 245ft/NM up to 1000ft AMSL.
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REPIS 1L
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Climb on runway magnetic track 294º direct to cross 5.0 DME PJG. Turn left to proceed on arc 7.0
DME PJG to R 174 PJG. Turn right to intercept and follow R 162 PJG to REPIS (31.4 DME PJG).
Requires minimum 245ft/NM up to 1000ft AMSL.
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2. INSTRUMENT APPROACH PROCEDURES HATO INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT
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2.1 General remarks
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• Transition altitude: 2500ft AMSL
• Max 250 kt below FL100 unless otherwise instructed.
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2.2 STAR RWY 11
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• Arrival procedures RWY 11: inbound traffic entering the Curaçao FIR without filing a STAR - expect ATC instructions at the FIR boundary to PUXUN or AGLIS.
• Arrival procedures RWY 11: Advise ATC if unable to descend to FL100 at CC1XX waypoints:
“Unable to comply with charted altitude restriction to descend to FL100”.
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2.3 STAR RWY 29
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• Arrival procedures RWY 29: inbound traffic entering the Curaçao FIR without filing a STAR - expect ATC instructions at the FIR boundary to SIGTO or OMASU.
• Arrival procedures RWY 29: Advise ATC if unable to descend to FL100 at CC3XX waypoints:
“Unable to comply with charted altitude restriction to descend to FL100”.
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3. VMC Missed Approach Procedure
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Turn to the intended landing runway, intercept the runway track MAG of that runway while remaining visual and execute an aerodrome traffic circuit for that runway.
a. RWY 11 - Left Circuit
b. RWY 29 - Right Circuit
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4. IMC Missed approach Procedure
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When executing an instrument missedapproach, follow instructionas depicted on the instrument approach chartsor as directed by Curaçao Control / Curaçao Tracon and report entering the holding pattern of the RWY in use. When cleared by Curaçao Control / Curaçao Tracon, execute the instrument approach.
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4.1 Instrument approach charts:
1. VOR RWY 11 (AD 2 TNCC-51)
2. VOR RWY 29 (AD 2 TNCC-53)
3. ILS RWY 11 (AD 2 TNCC-71)
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4.2 ILS/DME RWY 11/29 When PJG VOR Inoperational
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The following procedures will become effective when the PJG VOR 116.7 MHz is out of service.
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These procedures are to be followed only when instructed by the ATC.
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4.2.1 Holding
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4.2.1.1 RWY 11
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Holding fix on the localizer course at 13 NM I-ATO.
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Holding Procedure
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Inbound track 114°, left turns, outbound leg 4 NM.
Minimum holding altitude is 2500ft unless otherwise instructed by ATC.
Note: ACFT will obtain radar vectors from ATC to the holding fix.
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Instrument Approach Procedure
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Descend, if applicable, in the holding pattern to 2500ft.
Intercept the localizer course maintaining 2500ft until FAP (7.8 DME I-ATO).
Thereafter descend on the ILS 3° (5.24%) glidepath to OCA.
Note: consult Instrument Approach Chart (AD 2 TNCC-71) for details.
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4.2.1.2 RWY 29
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Execute ILS/DME instrument approach RWY 11 and when visual make a circling approach to RWY 29. The visual maneuvering circle altitude is 700ft. When visual, turn left to intercept RH downwind RWY 29.
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5. VFR PROCEDURES HATO INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT
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5.1 General
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1. All VFR flights intending to operate in the Hato CTR shall submit a flight plan (see TNCC AD 2.22.8 Flight Planning).
2. Hato CTR has been designated as controlled airspace (class D SFC - 2000ft; class C 2000ft - FL65).
3. Hato ATZ has been designated as controlled airspace (class B).
4. Flights within the Hato CTR shall maintain two-way radio communication with Curacao ACC.
5. Flights within the Hato ATZ shall maintain two-way radio communication with Hato TWR.
6. A clearance is required from Curacao ACC 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 pilot’s request.
8. Pilots should adhere to the VFR approach and departure procedures and traffic circuits as depicted.
9. Pilots are expected to circumnavigate or overfly the TNP areas.
10. Built-up areas shall be avoided as much as possible.
11. Prior permission is required for training and test flights.
12. Touch-and-goes are subject to traffic permitting conditions.
13. VFR flights are not allowed between sunset and sunrise, except military and Cost Guard flights.
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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 Hato TWR (118.3MHz), 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 Hato TWR.
After take-off, aircraft shall maintain runway track. Departing aircraft shall leave the circuit area 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 Hato CTR via BRIDGE at 2500ft AMSL, unless otherwise instructed. Report when passing BRIDGE. Aircraft will be assigned a final FL by Curaçao ACC.
While in the Hato 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 Bonaire, Punta San Juan and beyond shall leave the Hato CTR via SINT JORIS at 2500ft AMSL, unless otherwise instructed. Report when passing SINT JORIS.
While in the Hato CTR, VFR flights shall continue monitoring the Curaçao ACC frequency.
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5.2.3 VFR departure to the west
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VFR flights to Aruba and beyond shall leave the Hato CTR via CORAL at 2500ft AMSL, unless otherwise instructed. Report when passing CORAL. Aircraft will be assigned a final FL by Curaçao ACC. While in the Hato CTR, VFR flights shall continue monitoring the Curaçao ACC frequency.
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5.2.4 VFR departure to the north
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VFR flights to the north shall contact Curaçao ACC for instructions.
While in the Hato 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 prior to 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 BRIDGE at 2500ft AMSL.
Descend to 1500ft AMSL and join the circuit when instructed by ATC.
While in the Hato 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 Bonaire and Punta San Juan shall remain on the appropriate Curaçao ACC frequency until crossing the CTR boundary, or when the transfer of communication to Hato TWR frequency is effected.
Enter the CTR via the published VFR route, unless otherwise instructed.
Report passing SINT JORIS at 2500ft AMSL. From SINT JORIS proceed to BRIDGE.
Descend to 1500 ft AMSL and join the circuit when instructed by ATC.
While in the Hato 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 Aruba shall remain on the appropriate Beatrix TWR or Curaçao ACC frequency until crossing the CTR boundary
Enter the CTR via the published VFR route, unless otherwise instructed.
Report passing CORAL at 2500ft.
Descend to 1500ft AMSL and join the circuit when instructed by ATC.
While in the Hato 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 to crossing the CTR boundary for clearance to enter the CTR.
Report passing CORAL at 2500ft AMSL.
Descend to 1500ft AMSL and join the circuit when instructed by ATC.
While in the Hato 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 PJG INTERSECTION FIX
BRIDGE 120325.81N0685904.09W R 181 / 8.5 DME
CORAL 121242.98N0691213.85W R 286 / 11.3 DME
SINT JORIS 120547.72N0684848.51W R 129 / 13.1 DME
VILLAS 121028.62N0690410.41W R 260 / 3.6 DME
CRYSTAL 120545.84N0682047.41W R 110 / 39.6 DME
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5.5 VFR traffic circuits
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The circuit area is published on the charts ENR 6.1-19 and AD 2 TNCC-81.
The circuit altitude is 1500ft AMSL.
The standard circuit is right-hand RWY 11 and left-hand RWY 29. The circuit overhead the island is subject to ATC discretion only.
Pattern legs may be adjusted at ATC discretion depending on traffic conditions.
If not possible to adhere to the circuit area, 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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5.6 Taxi procedures
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A/C will follow taxi clearance to vacate the runway before entering the apron.
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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 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 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 nav aid or fix serving the destination aerodrome.
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 (TABEB for RWY 11 or URNAP for RWY 29).
• 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 (TABEB for RWY 11 or URNAP for RWY 29).
• 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.
• After reaching 2500ft AMSL leave the holding fix and carry out an instrument approach procedure to the assigned landing runway, or to the landing runway according ATIS.
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6.3.3 Aerodrome traffic
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When aircraft is part of the aerodrome traffic at Hato 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 RWY 11
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Climb on runway track 114° MAG to 2500ft AMSL direct URNAP and hold. Leave the holding fix, turn left direct to PUXUN and hold. Leave the holding fix and execute the instrument approach procedure again.
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6.3.4.2 RWY 29
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Climb on runway track 294° MAG to 2500ft AMSL direct TABEB and hold. Leave the holding fix, turn right direct to SIGTO 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 (Curaçao ACC) 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.
Note: Special VFR Flights are not allowed between Sunset and 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 Hato Airport shall file a flight plan at the Air Traffic Service Reporting Office (ARO), TEL: (+5999) 839-3552.
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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. (At TNCC same procedure is applied). During the above periods pilots of aircraft are advised, where the design limitations of aircraft installations permit, to operate landing lights, within the terminal area and during take-off, approach-to-land and climb and descent procedures.
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Equipment used to scare birds at TNCC:
· Pyrotechnic equipment (bangers, screamers and blanks.) Response vehicle and vehicle acoustic/dispersal system by FOL, CAP OPS; and
· Live ammunition by AVSEC.
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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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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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ATS Procedures
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Hato Tower maintains a constant surveillance of the airfield and relay all information as to the position and concentration and movement of birds is to be treated as essential aerodrome information and must be passed on to pilots using the aerodrome.
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Bird activity
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Hazard procedures are followed in strict coordination with FOL
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Responsibility
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The Airport Authority is responsible for dealing with wildlife hazards
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Reports
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Details of any bird strike are recorded in the ATC watchlog and the CAP Operations Department is informed.
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Actions
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CAP’s Operations Department will conduct an inspection of the maneuvering area after a bird strike report. All information collected is submitted in a bird strike report form.
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Registration of runway condition
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Runway and taxiway inspections are done multiple times on a daily basis with the intention to minimize the probability of FOD to aircraft and to assess the condition and operability of runways and taxiways on the aerodrome. This includes the assessment of the operability of the lighting system.
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Standard inspections are executed daily at:
· 5:00 LMT (9:00 UTC)
· 7:00 LMT (11:00 UTC)
· 14:00 LMT (18:00 UTC)
· 19:00 LMT (23:00 UTC)
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Runway inspections will be executed when required necessary or after any occurrence that have the potential to affect the runway operation and consequently ATS Provision.
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