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CASA Class 3 Medical You will be required to obtain a Class 3 Medical Certificate in accordance with medical standards specified by the Civil Aviation Safety Authority (CASA) to work as a controller. Please read Regulation 67.160 of Part 67 of the CASRs before lodging your application through . If you have any doubt about…

Air traffic controllers can play a key role in assisting aircraft in distress inside controlled airspace and where there is radar coverage. Many light aircraft operate outside of controlled airspace and radar coverage so depending on the location of the incident, Airservices may not have information or be the first-response agency in the event of…

In Australia, there are two major types of airspace: controlled, and uncontrolled.  Controlled airspace in Australia is actively monitored and managed by air traffic controllers. To enter controlled airspace, an aircraft must first gain a clearance from an air traffic controller. Uncontrolled airspace has no supervision by air traffic control so no clearance is required…

Separation standards refer to the minimum distance apart that aircraft operating in controlled airspace and at airports with an operational control tower must be kept. These are outlined in the Manual of Standards for Air Traffic Services and our air traffic controllers use them to safely manage air traffic. Different separation standards apply to aircraft…

Australia’s aviation industry relies on Airservices for the provision and maintenance of air navigation technology and equipment critical to aviation safety at regional and major airports, aerodromes and airstrips. Below are a few of the critical navigation aids that controllers use every day to keep Australian skies safe. Automatic Dependent Surveillance Broadcast Automatic Dependent Surveillance Broadcast (ADS-B)…

It can be difficult for passengers or the public to have an accurate picture or understanding of an incident or activity and Airservices regularly receives calls on ‘irregular’ activities at airports. Examples of activity that the public may consider unusual or cause concern, but are part of normal operations, are listed here. Ultimately, the pilot…

Our level of service ranges from the provision of Category 6 to Category 10 services, as determined by Civil Aviation Safety Authority (CASA) and International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO) regulations, at 26 of Australia’s busiest airports. Categories dictate the required amount of water and foam that is needed to be carried, the response times, water…

Integrating RPAS into Australian airspace Recognising the significant projected growth in the uncrewed industry and the introduction of new and emerging technologies, Airservices is committed to supporting the safe and efficient integration of Remotely Piloted Aircraft Systems (RPAS) into Australia’s airspace through a phased, inclusive approach. This approach is centred around developing a suite of…

Flight number callsigns In conjunction with the International Civil Aviation Organisation (ICAO), Airservices Australia manages the allocation of Flight Number Callsigns (FNCs) for Australian registered aircraft operating agencies. An FNC collectively refers to: the two (2LD) or three (3LD) letter designator used for aeronautical telecommunication services, flight plans and air traffic control displays; and the…

Helicopters are often used for services that benefit communities, such as fire fighting, crime prevention, search and rescue, construction and media coverage. Therefore, they can be required to fly over residential areas that normally experience few overflying aircraft. The noise helicopters generate can be particularly noticeable to people who are not used to aircraft noise…

Circuit training is the first stage of practical pilot training, focused on take-offs and landings. It involves the pilot making approaches to the runway, touching down and then applying power to take-off again. Circuit training is undertaken at most airports, particularly regional and general aviation aerodromes. How a circuit is flown and its location is…

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Welcome The NOTAM Originator portal contains guidance and reference material to enable NOTAM authorised persons to meet their CASR 175 requirements. NOTAM Web Service (NWS) Join the growing group of aeronautical data originators (ADO) who have discovered the ease of managing their NOTAM requirements through the NOTAM Web Service (NWS), a module available upon request…

AboutWhat is OneSKY? OneSKY Australia® is the most complex transformation of air traffic management in Australian aviation history. It’s a partnership between Airservices and the Department of Defence, replacing existing air traffic management systems with an advanced integrated system known as the Civil Military Air Traffic Management System (CMATS). OneSKY Australia® was established to deliver…

Saving livesAustralia’s Aviation Rescue Fire Fighting Service We provide aviation rescue fire fighting services at 27 of Australia’s busiest airports, operating a fleet of more than 100 of the largest fire fighting vehicles in the country. We are always on standby to rescue people and property from an aircraft crash or fire and other fires…

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Regional Monitoring Program All operators that operate or intend to operate in airspace where RVSM is applied are required to participate in the regional RVSM monitoring program. This monitoring program addresses requirements for monitoring the height-keeping performance of aircraft in order to meet regional safety objectives and addresses the requirements for monitoring established in ICAO…

The ICAO Separation and Airspace Safety Panel (SASP) identified that height-keeping performance monitoring results for RVSM approved aircraft had, in some cases, demonstrated long-term adverse trends in altimetry system error (ASE) stability. The likely results of this trend, if not reversed, would be aircraft becoming non-compliant with RVSM requirements. To ensure that adverse trends in…

The Australian Airspace Monitoring Agency (AAMA) is one of a number of organisations the International Civil Aviation Organisation (ICAO) has approved as Regional Monitoring Agencies (RMAs) following global implementation of Reduced Vertical Separation Minimum (RVSM). These agencies ensure the safe use of specific airspace designated by regional agreement. RMAs assess on an ongoing basis the…

Improving safety togetherWorking with ATC A safe airways system relies on pilots and controllers working together safely and effectively. Air Traffic Control (ATC) are always here to help. Equip yourself for a safer flight by understanding how ATC works, and what you can do to contribute to effective pilot-controller communication. Communication with ATC Effective pilot-controller…

Navigating the skies safelyAirspace infringement An airspace infringement (AI) is the unauthorised entry of an aircraft into airspace where a clearance is required, or to which entry is prohibited. Equip yourself for a safer flight by understanding the potential risks AIs can cause. Potential risks of AI include: mid-air collision loss of separation increased workload…

Managing aircraft noiseOur commitment We need to cater for the changing nature of aircraft operations, air traffic growth, airport expansion and advances in aviation technology, while keeping aviation safety as our first priority. This requires a careful balance of ensuring safety, operational efficiency, protecting the environment and minimising the effects of aviation noise on the…

Flight briefing tools Off air route flight planning options Independent visual approaches Precision runway monitor Aeronautical Information Management (AIM) Flight Number Callsigns Pre-flight preparationPilot responsibility Pilots are no longer required to lodge details about tracks, headings, true air and ground speeds or time intervals. However, you have a responsibility to prepare and plan for your…

Precision Runway Monitor (PRM) at Sydney Airport (YSSY/SYD) Airservices Australia operates a highly accurate surveillance system at Sydney (Kingsford-Smith) Airport known as the Precision Runway Monitor (PRM). PRM operations enable aircraft to safely conduct simultaneous GLS or ILS approaches to Sydney Airport’s parallel runways, maintaining airport capacity during adverse weather conditions. A Pilot’s Guide to…