Lesson Av04 - Notam

Front 1

Define: NOTAM

Back 1

Notice distributed via telecommunication containing info concerning establishment, condition, or change in any aeronautical facility, service, procedure, or hazard, the timely knowledge of which is essential to personnel concerned with flight operations

4.1.1

Front 2

Explain the purpose of NOTAM distribution

Back 2

Provision of info which may affect safety, in advance of the event to which it relates, and for unservicabilities that cannot be foreseen

4.1.1

Front 3

Describe who is responsible for Canadian NOTAM processing procedures

Back 3

NAV CANADA International NOTAM Office:
- 1601 Tom Roberts (YOW)
- 24/7
- co-located with AFTN MHS
- supports domestic and intl NOTAMs
FIC and FSS:
- contact point for originators
- internet may not have all pertinent info
- 4 letter indicator for NOTAM files
- 3 categories of files, National, FIR, and Aerodromes
- NOTAM info file in CFS

4.1.2

Front 4

Describe how NOTAM information is displayed

Back 4

- height in feet
- altitude in feet or FL
- distance in NM, feet, or inches
- weight in pounds
- temps in degrees C
- time in UTC to the nearest minute
- date/time in format YYMMDDHHMM
- reference to aerodromes in magnetic degrees in SDA, true degrees in NDA
- coordinates in degrees, minutes, and seconds

4.1.3

Front 5

Define: NOTAMJ

Back 5

Special-series NOTAM that contain info related to condition and braking action of runway surfaces

4.1.4

Front 6

Explain the responsibilities associated with NOTAMJ origination and distribution

Back 6

- only 1 allowed in effect at any given time for an aerodrome
- RSC shall include valid CRFI when included
- aerodrome operator responsible for providing RSC
- aerodrome operator responsible for cancelling NOTAMJ

4.1.4

Front 7

State the general specifications associated with NOTAM

Back 7

- originated and issued promptly
- disseminated at least 5 hrs but not more than 48 hrs in advance
- airspace restrictions issued at least 7 days in advance
- removal of service/facility greater than 7 days issued via AIP
- if unable to issue above in AIP, then can be NOTAMed up to 14 days in advance
- no break between periods in a NOTAM greater than 48 hrs
- worded concisely
- one subject and one condition per NOTAM
- one NOTAM for a single facility at one time
- include impact on operations
- use 'ACT' to cover all functions associated with a subject
- all NOTAM edited by NOF
- do not cross reference another NOTAM
- correct existing NOTAM with a NOTAMR
- NOTAMR refers to existing NOF format/text in replaced NOTAM
- subject as per NOF in existing NOTAM to be used in NOTAMC
- avoid duplication of existing published info
- not to be issued after the fact
- should have start and end time (except unplanned
- use TIL APRX when expiry time not avbl
- advice from owner before NOTAM on private NAVAID
- NOF will contact issuing unit if NOTAM does not comply, otherwise will contact originator
- do not use 'restricted'

4.1.5

Front 8

Identify sources for retrieving NOTAM information

Back 8

AFTN:
- primary source
- distributed to all stations requiring the info
Radio:
- for enroute, local, arr/dep flights
- for updates and for unpublished but pertinent info
Internet:
- may not be current

4.1.6

Front 9

State the criteria used for disseminating NOTAM information via AFTN

Back 9

- aerodrome/runways
- aeronautical services
- NAVAIDs
- visual aids
- aerodrome lighting services
- ANS procedures
- manoeuvering area
- fuel, oil, or oxygen
- SAR facilities and services
- hazard beacons
- changes in regulations
- hazards to navigation
- obstacles
- CYR, CYD, CYA areas
- areas or routes
- location indicators
- ARFF level change
- epidemics
- solar cosmic radiation
- volcanic activity
- natural gas or toxic material
- humanitarian relief missions
- disruption of ATS
- WX data not avbl
- other

4.1.7

Front 10

State the criteria used for disseminating NOTAM information via voice

Back 10

- work on aprons or taxiways
- runway marking
- temp obstructions
- aerodrome lighting systems
- air-ground communications
- apron marshalling and road control
- signs on the movement area
- parachuting/gliding/acrobatics/training
- NAVAIDS on or without BU
- editorial or admin changes
- transparent ATS changes
- request for MANOT
- change to NOTAM file
- PATWAS
- PIK
- fur farm
- aviation weather camera
- other temp info
- occurence will expire within 1 hour
- reduced or extended less than one hour, within hour of original expiry

4.1.8

Front 11

Describe the actions to take during unusual NOTAM situations

Back 11

- contact AIS or NOF for resolution
- if cannot be resolved, issue NOTAM as received and refer originator to NOF

4.1.9

Front 12

State the criteria used for issuing RSC reports

Back 12

- frost, snow, slush, or ice on runway
- snow banks, drifts, or windrows on/adjacent to runway
- sand, aggregate, anti-icing/de-icing chemicals
- cleared below published width
- obscured/partially obscured rwy lights
- significant change, including to bare and dry
- as per minimum inspection frequency

4.1.10

Front 13

State the criteria used for issuing significant changes to RSC reports

Back 13

- change in coefficient of friction
- change in deposit depth
- change in cleared width
- change in type or extent of deposit
- change in snow bank height/distance
- change in runway lighting visibility
- any other significant condition

4.1.10

Front 14

State the criteria used for issuing CRFI reports

Back 14

- ice or frost
- wet ice
- slush over ice
- sand, aggregate, anti/de-icing chemicals
- chemicals on ice
- compacted snow
- dry snow 1 inch or less in depth

4.1.10

Front 15

State the criteria under which CRFI values may be inaccurate and are not to be reported

Back 15

- wet or damp with no other contaminant
- slush on bare pavement without any other contaminant
- dry snow exceeding 1 inch in depth

4.1.10

Front 16

What is the validity and cancellation procedures of NOTAMJ

Back 16

- maximum 24 hours
- new NOTAMJ must be issued after 24 hours
- if after 24 hours it is not replaced or cancelled, the NOTAMJ should be cancelled by NAV Canada
- may be cancelled if reporting requirements are no longer met or issued in error
- format using the word "CANCELLED" in the text of NOTAMJ

4.1.10

Front 17

What is the way to indicate rapidly changing conditions in a NOTAMJ

Back 17

- use the phrase "RWY COND CHANGING RAPIDLY"
- may be used if changing too rapidly for proper reporting or measurement
- no further info to be provided in NOTAMJ
- contact info must be included

4.1.10

Front 18

What are the NOTAMJ procedures for multiple runway aerodromes

Back 18

- "No winter maint" runways shall not be included in RSC
- "ALL RWY" shall not be used
- runway closures shall not be sent via NOTAMJ
- runway closed by NOTAM may be omitted from NOTAMJ. New NOTAMJ must be issued once runway reopened

4.1.10

Front 19

What is the NOF's responsibilities associated with NOTAMs

Back 19

- analyze and assess info
- disseminate and store info
- coordinate with other NOFs
- provide guidance and procedures
- issue daily summaries
- maintain records / control NPS performance
- issue NOTAM of international importance

4.1.11

Front 20

What is the NSCC's responsibilities associated with NOTAMs

Back 20

- stands for National System Control Center
- operational control of AFTN MHS
- continuous
- receive, store, exchange aeronautical data, including NOTAMS

4.1.11

Front 21

What is FIC/FSS's responsibilities associated with NOTAMs

Back 21

- originate NOTAM concerning facilities/services within their AOR
- relay info or refer originator to responsible authority if NOTAM not within their AOR
- review info prior to issuing NOTAM

4.1.11

Front 22

What is the AIS Data Collection Unit's responsibilities associated with NOTAMs

Back 22

- new facilities, obstructions, permanent publication amendments, interim changes to IAP
- verify accuracy
- cancel NOTAM after publication

4.1.11

Front 23

What is the Technical Operations/NAV Canada Flight Operation's responsibilities associated with NOTAMs

Back 23

- TOCC advise FIC/FSS for origination, revision, and cancellation of tech ops NOTAMs
- NCFO responsible for originating NOTAMs for facilities not meeting ICAO standards or unsafe conditions following flight inspections

4.1.11

Front 24

What is NAV Canada Employee's responsibilities associated with NOTAMs

Back 24

- notify appropriate authority if you notice any condition that could affect flight safety

4.1.11

Front 25

What is the NOTAM Originator's responsibilities associated with NOTAMs

Back 25

- provision of info to NAV Canada
- revise or cancel NOTAM they have initiated
- provide text in English and French where necessary

4.1.11

Front 26

What is Transport Canada's responsibilities associated with NOTAMs

Back 26

- originate NOTAMS related to changes in regs, airspace classification/structure, and airspace restrictions
- contact for APO concerning construction/temporary changes

4.1.11

Front 27

What is the Aerodrome Operator's responsibilities associated with NOTAMs

Back 27

Provide info to FIC/FSS concerning:
- obstacles/hazards
- LOS changes
- closure of maneuvering area
- contaminant on maneuvering area
- other hazardous conditions

4.1.11

Front 28

What is CARS's responsibilities associated with NOTAMs

Back 28

- communicate info to designated FIC regarding aerodrome conditions and equipment
- inform FIC when U/S or malfunctioning equipment returns to service

4.1.11

Front 29

What is DND's responsibilities associated with NOTAMs

Back 29

- activation of class F airspace
- activation of SAR activities
- conditions affecting military aerodromes

4.1.11

Front 30

What is Other Agency's responsibilities associated with NOTAMs

Back 30

- OBST lights
- blasting
- special events
- Airshow Sponsor responsible for providing info related to air show activities
- pilot must ensure NOTAM files have been reviewed for intended flight

4.1.11

Front 31

What is the NOTAM classification

Back 31

NOTAMN - new NOTAM
NOTAMR - revises valid NOTAM
NOTAMC - cancels valid NOTAM

4.1.12

Front 32

Define the difference between TIL and TIL APRX NOTAMs

Back 32

TIL:
- has defined expiry time
- automatically removed at expiry
- can use NOTAMC or NOTAMR
TIL APRX:
- has estimated expiry time
- must use NOTAMR or NOTAMC

4.1.12

Front 33

What are the rules applied to changing NOTAMs with a TIL time

Back 33

- VOICE: within 1 hour that outage reduced or extended by less than 1 hour
- NOTAMR: more than 30 min that outage extended by 1 hour or more
- NOTAMN: within 30 min that outage extended by 1 hour or more

4.1.12

Front 34

What is the acceptable terminology to be used in the text of a NOTAM

Back 34

- Maneuvering area: OPN or CLSD
- NAVAID: SVCBL or U/S
- Approach/Departure Procedure: AUTH or NOT AUTH
- Service: AVBL or NOT AVBL

4.2.1

Front 35

Describe date/time group procedures for a NOTAM

Back 35

- only 10 digit date/time groups
- always include start and end time
- if already started, start time is current time
- if scheduled, insert before TIL/TIL APRX time

4.2.1