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:
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.
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.
Local Regulations may be requested , in writing, from: The Airport Authority and or CCAA.
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.
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.
Local Regulations may be requested , in writing, from: The Airport Authority and or CCAA.
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.
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.
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.
Ground Control
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.
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.
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.
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:
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.
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:
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.
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.
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.
Ground Control
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.
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.
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.
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:
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:
General aviation aircraft shall be guided by FBO’s Marshallers to the parking area for small aircraft.
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.
The guidelines on TNCC apron-taxiways are well marked and visible
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.
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.
Operations during the hours of service and, if possible, not later the day before the flight is to be carried out.
Any request for approval of traffic shall contain the following information:
Helicopter Operations
Hato TWR provides ATS to deferent type of helicopter flights. Types of flight are:
Operations during the hours of service and, if possible, not later the day before the flight is to be carried out.
Any request for approval of traffic shall contain the following information:
Hato TWR provides ATS to deferent type of helicopter flights. Types of flight are:
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.
All aircraft heavier than 5700KG MTOM and all turbojet aircraft departing from RWY 11, which are cleared for a right turn out, shall maintain runway heading until FL030, then turn right.
PLEASE CHECK WITH ATS
AMIPU 1J
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.
ARUBA 1J
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.
BONAIRE 1J
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).
BONAX 1J 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).
EMAPA 1J
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.
REPIS 1J
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
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.
ARUBA 1J
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.
BONAIRE 1J
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).
BONAX 1J 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).
EMAPA 1J
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.
REPIS 1J
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
ARUBA 1L
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.
BONAX 1L
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.
BONAIRE 1L
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.
EMAPA 1L
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.
REPIS 1L
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.
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.
BONAX 1L
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.
BONAIRE 1L
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.
EMAPA 1L
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.
REPIS 1L
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.
When executing an instrument missedapproach, follow instructionas depicted on the instrument approach chartsor as directed by Curaçao Control / Curaçao Terminal and report entering the holding pattern of the RWY in use. When cleared by Curaçao Control / Curaçao Terminal, execute the instrument approach.
The following procedures will become effective when the PJG VOR 116.7 MHz is out of service.
These procedures are to be followed only when instructed by the ATC.
These procedures are to be followed only when instructed by the ATC.
Holding fix on the localizer course at 13 NM I-ATO.
Holding Procedure
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.
Instrument Approach Procedure
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
Holding Procedure
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.
Instrument Approach Procedure
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
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.
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.
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.
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.
While in the Hato CTR, VFR flights shall monitor the Curaçao ACC frequency.
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,
While in the Hato CTR, VFR flights shall continue monitoring the Curaçao ACC frequency,
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.
VFR flights to the north shall contact Curaçao ACC for instructions.
While in the Hato CTR, VFR flights shall monitor the Curaçao ACC frequency.
While in the Hato CTR, VFR flights shall monitor the Curaçao ACC frequency.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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. q
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.
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. q
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.
A/C will follow taxi clearance to vacate the runway before entering the apron.
Select SSR code 7600.
6.2.1. 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.
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:
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.
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.
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.
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.
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:
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)
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.
Bird concentrations in the vicinity of the airport
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.
Equipment used to scare birds at TNCC:
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.
Bird or wildlife strike or irregularities
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.
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.
ATS Procedures
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.
Bird activity
Hazard procedures are followed in strict coordination with CSL
Responsibility
The Airport Authority is responsible for dealing with wildlife hazards
Reports
Details of any bird strike are recorded in the ATC watchlog and the CAP Operations Department is informed.
Actions
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.
Registration of runway condition
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.
Standard inspections are executed daily at:
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.
Bird or wildlife strike or irregularities
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.
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.
ATS Procedures
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.
Bird activity
Hazard procedures are followed in strict coordination with CSL
Responsibility
The Airport Authority is responsible for dealing with wildlife hazards
Reports
Details of any bird strike are recorded in the ATC watchlog and the CAP Operations Department is informed.
Actions
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.
Registration of runway condition
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.
Standard inspections are executed daily at:
