ATCO

AIR TRAFFIC CONTROLLERS LICENSING AND CERTIFICATION

Consolidated version of
Air Traffic Controllers Licenses and Certificates Implementing Rules and related Acceptable
Means of Compliance and Guidance Material, including the
ATCO Initial Training Content and its related AMC and GM

Issued August 2015

ATCO
Technical requirements and administrative procedures related to Commission Regulation (EU)
2015/340
and

AMC and GM to ATCO

ED Decision 2015/010/R
ED Decision 2015/015/R

COMMISSION REGULATION (EU) 2015/340 of 20 February 2015 laying down technical requirements and administrative procedures relating to
air traffic controllers' licences and certificates pursuant to Regulation (EC) No 216/2008 of the European Parliament and of the Council,
amending Commission Implementing Regulation (EU) No 923/2012 and repealing Commission Regulation (EU) No 805/2011
(Text with EEA relevance)

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NOTE FROM THE EDITOR .......................................................................................................................................... 9

DISCLAIMER ............................................................................................................................................................ 10
COVER REGULATION ............................................................................................................................................11
Article 1 Subject matter and scope .................................................................................................................. 11
Article 2 Compliance with requirements and procedures ................................................................................ 11
GM1 Article 2(2) Compliance with the requirements and procedures ..........................................................................12
Article 3 Provision of air traffic control services ............................................................................................... 12
Article 4 Definitions .......................................................................................................................................... 12
AMC1 Article 4(1) Definitions ........................................................................................................................................14
GM1 Article 4(6) Definitions ..........................................................................................................................................14
Article 5 Competent authority ......................................................................................................................... 15
Article 6 Competent authority for the purposes of Annexes I, III and IV .......................................................... 15
Article 7 Transitional provisions ....................................................................................................................... 16
Article 8 Replacement of licences, adaptations of privileges, training courses and unit competence schemes16
Article 9 Amendment to Commission Implementing Regulation (EU) No 923/2012 ....................................... 17
Article 10 Repeal .............................................................................................................................................. 17
Article 11 Entry into force and application ...................................................................................................... 17
ANNEX I................................................................................................................................................................18
PART ATCO REQUIREMENTS FOR THE LICENSING OF AIR TRAFFIC CONTROLLERS ................................................18
SUBPART A GENERAL REQUIREMENTS ............................................................................................................... 18
ATCO.A.001 Scope............................................................................................................................................ 18
ATCO.A.005 Application for the issue of licences, ratings and endorsements ................................................. 18
ATCO.A.010 Exchange of licences .................................................................................................................... 18
GM1 ATCO.A.010 Exchange of licences .........................................................................................................................18
GM1 ATCO.A.010(a) Exchange of licences .....................................................................................................................19
GM2 ATCO.A.010(a) Exchange of licences .....................................................................................................................19
ATCO.A.015 Exercise of the privileges of licences and provisional inability ..................................................... 19
GM1 ATCO.A.015(b) Exercise of the privileges of licences and provisional inability .....................................................19
GM1 ATCO.A.015(c) Exercise of the privileges of licences and provisional inability .....................................................20
GM1 ATCO.A.015(d) Exercise of the privileges of licences and provisional inability .....................................................20
ATCO.A.020 Revocation and suspension of licences, ratings and endorsements ............................................ 20
SUBPART B LICENCES, RATINGS AND ENDORSEMENTS ...................................................................................... 21
ATCO.B.001 Student air traffic controller licence ............................................................................................ 21
GM1 ATCO.B.001(b) Student air traffic controller licence .............................................................................................21
AMC1 ATCO.B.001(d) Student air traffic controller licence ...........................................................................................21
ATCO.B.005 Air traffic controller licence .......................................................................................................... 21
ATCO.B.010 Air traffic controller ratings ......................................................................................................... 22
AMC1 ATCO.B.010(b) Air traffic controller ratings ........................................................................................................22
ATCO.B.015 Rating endorsements ................................................................................................................... 23
GM1 ATCO.B.015(a)(3) Air traffic controller rating endorsements ...............................................................................23
ATCO.B.020 Unit endorsements....................................................................................................................... 24
AMC1 ATCO.B.020(a) Unit endorsements .....................................................................................................................24
AMC1 ATCO.B.020(e) Unit endorsements .....................................................................................................................24
AMC1 ATCO.B.020(g)(3) Unit endorsements .................................................................................................................25
GM1 ATCO.B.020(i) Unit endorsements ........................................................................................................................25
ATCO.B.025 Unit competence scheme ............................................................................................................. 25
GM1 ATCO.B.025(a)(3) Unit competence scheme ........................................................................................................26
AMC1 ATCO.B.025(a)(5);(6) Unit competence scheme .................................................................................................26
GM1 ATCO.B.025(a)(5) Unit competence scheme ........................................................................................................26
GM2 ATCO.B.025(a)(5) Unit competence scheme ........................................................................................................27
GM3 ATCO.B.025(a)(5) Unit competence scheme ........................................................................................................28
GM1 ATCO.B.025(a)(6) Unit competence scheme ........................................................................................................28
GM1 ATCO.B.025(a)(9) Unit competence scheme ........................................................................................................28
ATCO.B.030 Language proficiency endorsement ............................................................................................. 28
ATCO.B.035 Validity of language proficiency endorsement ............................................................................ 29
AMC1 ATCO.B.035(a)(3)(i) Validity of language proficiency endorsement....................................................................29
ATCO.B.040 Assessment of language proficiency ............................................................................................ 30
AMC1 ATCO.B.040 Assessment of language proficiency ...............................................................................................30
AMC2 ATCO.B.040 Assessment of language proficiency ...............................................................................................30
AMC3 ATCO.B.040 Assessment of language proficiency ...............................................................................................30

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AMC4 ATCO.B.040 Assessment of language proficiency ...............................................................................................30

GM1 ATCO.B.040 Assessment of language proficiency .................................................................................................31
GM2 ATCO.B.040 Assessment of language proficiency .................................................................................................31
ATCO.B.045 Language training ........................................................................................................................ 31
AMC1 ATCO.B.045 Language training ............................................................................................................................32
GM1 ATCO.B.045 Language training..............................................................................................................................32
GM2 ATCO.B.045 Language training..............................................................................................................................32
SUBPART C REQUIREMENTS FOR INSTRUCTORS AND ASSESSORS ..................................................................... 33
SECTION 1 INSTRUCTORS ....................................................................................................................................... 33
ATCO.C.001 Theoretical instructors ................................................................................................................. 33
GM1 ATCO.C.001(b)(1) Theoretical instructors .............................................................................................................33
AMC1 ATCO.C.001(b)(2) Theoretical instructors ...........................................................................................................33
ATCO.C.005 Practical instructors ..................................................................................................................... 33
ATCO.C.010 On-the-job training instructor (OJTI) privileges ........................................................................... 33
GM1 ATCO.C.010(c) On-the-job training instructor (OJTI) privileges ............................................................................34
ATCO.C.015 Application for on-the-job training instructor endorsement ........................................................ 34
GM1 ATCO.C.015(b) Application for on-the-job training instructor endorsement ........................................................34
ATCO.C.020 Validity of on-the-job training instructor endorsement ............................................................... 34
GM1 ATCO.C.020(b) Validity of on-the-job training instructor endorsement ...............................................................34
ATCO.C.025 Temporary OJTI authorisation ..................................................................................................... 35
AMC1 ATCO.C.025(a) Temporary OJTI authorisation ....................................................................................................35
GM1 ATCO.C.025(a) Temporary OJTI authorisation ......................................................................................................35
ATCO.C.030 Synthetic training device instructor (STDI) privileges................................................................... 35
GM1 ATCO.C.030(a)(1) Synthetic training device instructor (STDI) privileges ...............................................................36
GM1 ATCO.C.030(c)(2) Synthetic training device instructor (STDI) privileges ...............................................................36
ATCO.C.035 Application for synthetic training device instructor endorsement ............................................... 36
ATCO.C.040 Validity of synthetic training device instructor endorsement ...................................................... 36
GM1 ATCO.C.040(b) Validity of synthetic training device instructor endorsement ......................................................36
SECTION 2 ASSESSORS ............................................................................................................................................ 37
ATCO.C.045 Assessor privileges ....................................................................................................................... 37
AMC1 ATCO.C.045(c)(2) Assessor privileges ..................................................................................................................38
ATCO.C.050 Vested interests ........................................................................................................................... 38
ATCO.C.055 Application for assessor endorsement ......................................................................................... 38
ATCO.C.060 Validity of assessor endorsement ................................................................................................ 38
GM1 ATCO.C.060(b) Validity of assessor endorsement .................................................................................................38
ATCO.C.065 Temporary assessor authorisation ............................................................................................... 38
GM1 ATCO.C.065(b) Temporary assessor authorisation ...............................................................................................39
GM1 ATCO.C.065(c) Temporary assessor authorisation ................................................................................................39
AMC1 ATCO.C.065(d) Temporary assessor authorisation .............................................................................................39
SUBPART D AIR TRAFFIC CONTROLLER TRAINING .............................................................................................. 40
SECTION 1 GENERAL REQUIREMENTS .................................................................................................................... 40
ATCO.D.001 Objectives of air traffic controller training .................................................................................. 40
ATCO.D.005 Types of air traffic controller training .......................................................................................... 40
AMC1 ATCO.D.005(a)(2) Types of air traffic controller training ....................................................................................41
GM1 ATCO.D.005(a)(2)(ii) Types of air traffic controller training ..................................................................................41
SECTION 2 INITIAL TRAINING REQUIREMENTS ....................................................................................................... 41
ATCO.D.010 Composition of initial training ..................................................................................................... 41
AMC1 ATCO.D.010(a) Composition of initial training ....................................................................................................42
AMC2 ATCO.D.010(a) Composition of initial training ....................................................................................................42
AMC2 ATCO.D.010(a)(1) Composition of initial training ................................................................................................42
AMC1 ATCO.D.010(a)(2)(i) Composition of initial training ............................................................................................42
AMC1 ATCO.D.010(a)(2)(ii) Composition of initial training ...........................................................................................42
AMC1 ATCO.D.010(a)(2)(iii) Composition of initial training...........................................................................................42
AMC1 ATCO.D.010(a)(2)(iv) Composition of initial training ...........................................................................................42
AMC1 ATCO.D.010(a)(2)(v) Composition of initial training ...........................................................................................42
AMC1 ATCO.D.010(a)(2)(vi) Composition of initial training ...........................................................................................42
GM1 ATCO.D.010 Composition of initial training ..........................................................................................................43
ATCO.D.015 Initial training plan ...................................................................................................................... 43
ATCO.D.020 Basic and rating training courses ................................................................................................ 43
GM1 ATCO.D.020(d) Basic and rating training courses..................................................................................................44
ATCO.D.025 Basic training examinations and assessment .............................................................................. 44
ATCO.D.030 Basic training performance objectives ........................................................................................ 44
ATCO.D.035 Rating training examinations and assessment ............................................................................ 44

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ATCO.D.040 Rating training performance objectives ...................................................................................... 45

AMC1 ATCO.D.040 Rating training performance objectives ..........................................................................................45
GM1 ATCO.D.040 Rating training performance objectives ...........................................................................................46
SECTION 3 UNIT TRAINING REQUIREMENTS ........................................................................................................... 46
ATCO.D.045 Composition of unit training ........................................................................................................ 46
GM1 ATCO.D.045(a) Composition of unit training ........................................................................................................46
AMC1 ATCO.D.045(c)(3) Composition of unit training ..................................................................................................46
AMC1 ATCO.D.045(c)(4) Composition of unit training ..................................................................................................46
ATCO.D.050 Prerequisites of unit training ....................................................................................................... 47
ATCO.D.055 Unit training plan ........................................................................................................................ 47
GM1 ATCO.D.055 Unit training plan ..............................................................................................................................47
GM1 ATCO.D.055(a) Unit training plan ..........................................................................................................................48
GM1 ATCO.D.055(b)(5) Unit training plan .....................................................................................................................48
AMC1 ATCO.D.055(b)(6) Unit training plan ...................................................................................................................48
AMC1 ATCO.D.055(b)(14) Unit training plan .................................................................................................................49
ATCO.D.060 Unit endorsement course ............................................................................................................ 49
GM1 ATCO.D.060(c) Unit endorsement course .............................................................................................................49
GM2 ATCO.D.060(c) Unit endorsement course .............................................................................................................50
GM3 ATCO.D.060(c) Unit endorsement course .............................................................................................................53
GM4 ATCO.D.060(c) Unit endorsement course .............................................................................................................53
GM1 ATCO.D.060(d);(e) Unit endorsement course .......................................................................................................54
ATCO.D.065 Demonstration of theoretical knowledge and understanding..................................................... 54
GM1 ATCO.D.065 Demonstration of theoretical knowledge and understanding..........................................................54
ATCO.D.070 Assessments during unit endorsement courses ........................................................................... 55
GM1 ATCO.D.070 Assessments during unit endorsement courses ...............................................................................55
SECTION 4 CONTINUATION TRAINING REQUIREMENTS ......................................................................................... 56
ATCO.D.075 Continuation training .................................................................................................................. 56
ATCO.D.080 Refresher training ........................................................................................................................ 56
AMC1 ATCO.D.080 Refresher training ...........................................................................................................................56
GM1 ATCO.D.080 Refresher training .............................................................................................................................56
GM2 ATCO.D.080 Refresher training .............................................................................................................................56
GM3 ATCO.D.080 Refresher training .............................................................................................................................56
GM1 ATCO.D.080(b) Refresher training ........................................................................................................................57
AMC1 ATCO.D.080(b)(1);(2) Refresher training .............................................................................................................57
AMC2 ATCO.D.080(b)(2) Refresher training ..................................................................................................................57
GM1 ATCO.D.080(b)(1);(2) Refresher training ...............................................................................................................57
AMC1 ATCO.D.080(b)(3) Refresher training ..................................................................................................................57
ATCO.D.085 Conversion training ..................................................................................................................... 57
GM1 ATCO.D.085 Conversion training...........................................................................................................................58
SECTION 5 TRAINING OF INSTRUCTORS AND ASSESSORS ....................................................................................... 58
ATCO.D.090 Training of practical instructors .................................................................................................. 58
AMC1 ATCO.D.090(a)(1) Training of practical instructors .............................................................................................58
AMC2 ATCO.D.090(a)(1) Training of practical instructors .............................................................................................58
AMC1 ATCO.D.090(a)(2) Training of practical instructors .............................................................................................59
AMC1 ATCO.D.090(a)(3) Training of practical instructors .............................................................................................59
GM1 ATCO.D.090 Training of practical instructors ........................................................................................................59
ATCO.D.095 Training of assessors ................................................................................................................... 59
AMC1 ATCO.D.095(a)(1) Training of assessors ..............................................................................................................59
AMC2 ATCO.D.095(a)(1) Training of assessors ..............................................................................................................60
AMC1 ATCO.D.095(a)(2) Training of assessors ..............................................................................................................60
GM1 ATCO.D.095(a)(3) Training of assessors ................................................................................................................60
APPENDIX 1 OF ANNEX I ......................................................................................................................................... 61
APPENDIX 2 OF ANNEX I ......................................................................................................................................... 66
APPENDIX 3 OF ANNEX I ......................................................................................................................................... 66
APPENDIX 4 OF ANNEX I ......................................................................................................................................... 66
APPENDIX 5 OF ANNEX I ......................................................................................................................................... 66
APPENDIX 6 OF ANNEX I ......................................................................................................................................... 66
APPENDIX 7 OF ANNEX I ......................................................................................................................................... 67
APPENDIX 8 OF ANNEX I ......................................................................................................................................... 67
ANNEX II...............................................................................................................................................................68
PART ATCO.AR REQUIREMENTS FOR COMPETENT AUTHORITIES .........................................................................68

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SUBPART A GENERAL REQUIREMENTS ............................................................................................................... 68

ATCO.AR.A.001 Scope ...................................................................................................................................... 68
ATCO.AR.A.005 Personnel ................................................................................................................................ 68
GM1 ATCO.AR.A.005(c) Personnel ................................................................................................................................68
ATCO.AR.A.010 Tasks of the competent authorities ........................................................................................ 69
ATCO.AR.A.015 Means of compliance ............................................................................................................. 69
AMC1 ATCO.AR.A.015(d)(3) Means of compliance........................................................................................................70
GM1 ATCO.AR.A.015 Means of compliance ..................................................................................................................70
ATCO.AR.A.020 Information to the Agency ..................................................................................................... 70
GM1 ATCO.AR.A.020(b) Information to the Agency ......................................................................................................70
ATCO.AR.A.025 Immediate reaction to a safety problem ................................................................................ 71
SUBPART B MANAGEMENT ................................................................................................................................ 72
ATCO.AR.B.001 Management system .............................................................................................................. 72
AMC1 ATCO.AR.B.001(a)(2) Management system ........................................................................................................72
AMC1 ATCO.AR.B.001(d) Management system.............................................................................................................73
ATCO.AR.B.005 Allocation of tasks to qualified entities .................................................................................. 73
GM1 ATCO.AR.B.005 Allocation of tasks to qualified entities .......................................................................................74
ATCO.AR.B.010 Changes to the management system ..................................................................................... 74
ATCO.AR.B.015 Record keeping ....................................................................................................................... 74
GM1 ATCO.AR.B.015 Record keeping ............................................................................................................................75
GM1 ATCO.AR.B.015(b)(5) Record keeping ...................................................................................................................75
SUBPART C OVERSIGHT AND ENFORCEMENT .................................................................................................... 76
ATCO.AR.C.001 Oversight ................................................................................................................................ 76
ATCO.AR.C.005 Oversight programme ............................................................................................................ 76
AMC1 ATCO.AR.C.005 Oversight programme................................................................................................................77
ATCO.AR.C.010 Findings and enforcement measures for personnel ............................................................... 77
SUBPART D ISSUE, REVALIDATION, RENEWAL, SUSPENSION AND REVOCATION OF LICENCES,
RATINGS,ENDORSEMENTS AND AUTHORISATIONS ............................................................................................... 79
ATCO.AR.D.001 Procedure for the issue, revalidation and renewal of licences, ratings, endorsements and
authorisations .................................................................................................................................................... 79
AMC1 ATCO.AR.D.001(a) Procedure for the issue, revalidation and renewal of licences, ratings, endorsements and
authorisations..................................................................................................................................................................79
GM1 ATCO.AR.D.001(a) Procedure for the issue, revalidation and renewal of licences, ratings, endorsements and
authorisations..................................................................................................................................................................80
GM2 ATCO.AR.D.001(a) Procedure for the issue, revalidation and renewal of licences, ratings, endorsements and
authorisations..................................................................................................................................................................82
GM1 ATCO.AR.D.001(b) Procedure for the issue, revalidation and renewal of licences, ratings, endorsements and
authorisations..................................................................................................................................................................82
GM1 ATCO.AR.D.001(c) Procedure for the issue, revalidation and renewal of licences, ratings, endorsements and
authorisations..................................................................................................................................................................82
GM1 ATCO.AR.D.001(d) Procedure for the issue, revalidation and renewal of licences, ratings, endorsements and
authorisations..................................................................................................................................................................82
GM1 ATCO.AR.D.001(e) Procedure for the issue, revalidation and renewal of licences, ratings, endorsements and
authorisations..................................................................................................................................................................82
ATCO.AR.D.005 Revocation and suspension of licences, ratings and endorsements ....................................... 82
GM1 ATCO.AR.D.005 Revocation and suspension of licences, ratings and endorsements ...........................................83
SUBPART E CERTIFICATION PROCEDURE FOR AIR TRAFFIC CONTROLLER TRAINING ORGANISATIONS .............. 84
ATCO.AR.E.001 Application and certification procedure for training organisations ....................................... 84
AMC1 ATCO.AR.E.001(a) Application and certification procedure for training organisations .......................................84
AMC1 ATCO.AR.E.001(b) Application and certification procedure for training organisations ......................................84
ATCO.AR.E.005 Approval of training courses and training plans ..................................................................... 84
ATCO.AR.E.010 Changes to the training organisations ................................................................................... 85
AMC1 ATCO.AR.E.010 Changes to the training organisations .......................................................................................85
AMC1 ATCO.AR.E.010(a) Changes to the training organisations ...................................................................................85
GM1 ATCO.AR.E.010 Changes to the training organisations .........................................................................................86
GM1 ATCO.AR.E.010(b) Changes to the training organisations .....................................................................................86
ATCO.AR.E.015 Findings and corrective actions .............................................................................................. 86
AMC1 ATCO.AR.E.015(d)(2) Findings and corrective actions .........................................................................................87
GM1 ATCO.AR.E.015 Findings and corrective actions ...................................................................................................87
GM1 ATCO.AR.E.015(d)(2) Findings and corrective actions ..........................................................................................87
SUBPART F SPECIFIC REQUIREMENTS RELATING TO AERO-MEDICAL CERTIFICATION ....................................... 88
SECTION 1 GENERAL REQUIREMENTS .................................................................................................................... 88
ATCO.AR.F.001 Aero-medical centres and aero-medical certification ............................................................. 88

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SECTION 2 DOCUMENTATION ................................................................................................................................ 88

ATCO.AR.F.005 Medical certificate .................................................................................................................. 88
AMC1 ATCO.AR.F.005 Medical certificate .....................................................................................................................89
ATCO.AR.F.010 AME certificate ....................................................................................................................... 90
ATCO.AR.F.015 AeMC certificate ..................................................................................................................... 91
ATCO.AR.F.020 Aero-medical forms ................................................................................................................ 91
AMC1 ATCO.AR.F.020 Aero-medical forms ...................................................................................................... 91
APPENDIX 1 OF ANNEX II ...................................................................................................................................... 101
APPENDIX 2 OF ANNEX II ...................................................................................................................................... 107
APPENDIX 3 OF ANNEX II ...................................................................................................................................... 110
APPENDIX 4 OF ANNEX II ...................................................................................................................................... 112
ANNEX III............................................................................................................................................................113
PART ATCO.OR REQUIREMENTS FOR AIR TRAFFIC CONTROLLER TRAINING ORGANISATIONS AND AERO-MEDICAL
CENTRES .............................................................................................................................................................113
SUBPART A GENERAL REQUIREMENTS .............................................................................................................. 113
ATCO.OR.A.001 Scope .................................................................................................................................... 113
SUBPART B REQUIREMENTS FOR AIR TRAFFIC CONTROLLER TRAINING ORGANISATIONS............................... 114
ATCO.OR.B.001 Application for a training organisation certificate ............................................................... 114
GM1 ATCO.OR.B.001(c)(2) Application for a training organisation certificate ............................................................114
ATCO.OR.B.005 Means of compliance ........................................................................................................... 114
AMC1 ATCO.OR.B.005 Means of compliance ..............................................................................................................115
ATCO.OR.B.010 Terms of approval and privileges of a training organisation certificate .............................. 115
AMC1 ATCO.OR.B.010(a) Terms of approval and privileges of a training organisation certificate ..............................115
GM1 ATCO.OR.B.010(b) Terms of approval and privileges of a training organisation certificate ...............................115
ATCO.OR.B.015 Changes to the training organisation .................................................................................. 115
AMC1 ATCO.OR.B.015 Changes to the training organisation ......................................................................................116
GM1 ATCO.OR.B.015 Changes to the training organisation ........................................................................................116
GM2 ATCO.OR.B.015 Changes to the training organisation ........................................................................................116
ATCO.OR.B.020 Continued validity ................................................................................................................ 116
ATCO.OR.B.025 Access to training organisations' facilities and data ............................................................ 117
ATCO.OR.B.030 Findings ................................................................................................................................ 117
GM1 ATCO.OR.B.030(a);(b) Findings ...........................................................................................................................117
GM2 ATCO.OR.B.030(c) Findings .................................................................................................................................117
ATCO.OR.B.035 Immediate reaction to a safety problem .............................................................................. 117
ATCO.OR.B.040 Occurrence reporting ........................................................................................................... 117
GM1 ATCO.OR.B.040 Occurrence reporting ................................................................................................................118
SUBPART C MANAGEMENT OF AIR TRAFFIC CONTROLLER TRAINING ORGANISATIONS .................................. 119
ATCO.OR.C.001 Management system of training organisations ................................................................... 119
GM1 ATCO.OR.C.001 Management system of training organisations .........................................................................119
AMC1 ATCO.OR.C.001(b) Management system of training organisations ..................................................................119
AMC1 ATCO.OR.C.001(c) Management system of training organisations ...................................................................120
AMC1 ATCO.OR.C.001(d) Management system of training organisations ..................................................................120
AMC1 ATCO.OR.C.001(e) Management system of training organisations ..................................................................120
AMC1 ATCO.OR.C.001(f) Management system of training organisations ...................................................................121
GM1 ATCO.OR.C.001(f) Management system of training organisations .....................................................................121
AMC2 ATCO.OR.C.001(f) Management system of training organisations ...................................................................122
GM2 ATCO.OR.C.001(f) Management system of training organisations .....................................................................122
AMC1 ATCO.OR.C.001(g) Management system of training organisations...................................................................123
ATCO.OR.C.005 Contracted activities ............................................................................................................ 123
AMC1 ATCO.OR.C.005 Contracted activities................................................................................................................123
GM1 ATCO.OR.C.005 Contracted activities .................................................................................................................124
ATCO.OR.C.010 Personnel requirements ....................................................................................................... 124
GM1 ATCO.OR.C.010(b);(c) Personnel requirements ..................................................................................................124
ATCO.OR.C.015 Facilities and equipment ...................................................................................................... 125
AMC1 ATCO.OR.C.015(a) Facilities and equipment .....................................................................................................125
GM1 ATCO.OR.C.015(a) Facilities and equipment .......................................................................................................125
AMC1 ATCO.OR.C.015(b) Facilities and equipment .....................................................................................................125
ATCO.OR.C.020 Record keeping ..................................................................................................................... 126
AMC1 ATCO.OR.C.020(a);(b) Record keeping ..............................................................................................................127
ATCO.OR.C.025 Funding and insurances........................................................................................................ 127
AMC1 ATCO.OR.C.025 Funding and insurances ...........................................................................................................127

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AMC2 ATCO.OR.C.025 Funding and insurances ...........................................................................................................127

SUBPART D REQUIREMENTS FOR TRAINING COURSES AND TRAINING PLANS .................................................. 128
ATCO.OR.D.001 Requirements for training courses and training plans ......................................................... 128
ATCO.OR.D.005 Examination and assessment results and certificates ......................................................... 128
SUBPART E REQUIREMENTS FOR AERO-MEDICAL CENTRES .............................................................................. 129
ATCO.OR.E.001 Aero-medical centres............................................................................................................ 129
ANNEX IV ...........................................................................................................................................................130
PART ATCO.MED MEDICAL REQUIREMENTS FOR AIR TRAFFIC CONTROLLERS ....................................................130
SUBPART A GENERAL REQUIREMENTS ............................................................................................................. 130
SECTION 1 GENERAL ............................................................................................................................................. 130
ATCO.MED.A.001 Competent authority ......................................................................................................... 130
ATCO.MED.A.005 Scope ................................................................................................................................. 130
ATCO.MED.A.010 Definitions ......................................................................................................................... 130
ATCO.MED.A.015 Medical confidentiality ..................................................................................................... 131
AMC1 ATCO.MED.A.015 Medical confidentiality .........................................................................................................131
ATCO.MED.A.020 Decrease in medical fitness ............................................................................................... 131
GM1 ATCO.MED.A.020 Decrease in medical fitness ....................................................................................................132
ATCO.MED.A.025 Obligations of AeMC and AME ......................................................................................... 134
AMC1 ATCO.MED.A.025 Obligations of AeMC and AME .............................................................................................135
GM1 ATCO.MED.A.025 Obligations of AeMC and AME ...............................................................................................135
SECTION 2 REQUIREMENTS FOR MEDICAL CERTIFICATES .................................................................................... 136
ATCO.MED.A.030 Medical certificates ........................................................................................................... 136
ATCO.MED.A.035 Application for a medical certificate ................................................................................. 137
AMC1 ATCO.MED.A.035 Application for a medical certificate ....................................................................................137
ATCO.MED.A.040 Issue, revalidation and renewal of medical certificates .................................................... 137
ATCO.MED.A.045 Validity, revalidation and renewal of medical certificates ................................................ 138
ATCO.MED.A.046 Suspension or revocation of a medical certificate ............................................................ 138
ATCO.MED.A.050 Referral ............................................................................................................................. 138
SUBPART B SPECIFIC REQUIREMENTS FOR CLASS 3 MEDICAL CERTIFICATES ................................................... 139
SECTION 1 GENERAL ............................................................................................................................................. 139
ATCO.MED.B.001 Limitations to medical certificates .................................................................................... 139
AMC1 ATCO.MED.B.001 Limitations to medical certificates .......................................................................................139
AMC2 ATCO.MED.B.001 Limitations to medical certificates .......................................................................................140
SECTION 2 SPECIFIC REQUIREMENTS FOR CLASS 3 MEDICAL CERTIFICATES ......................................................... 142
ATCO.MED.B.005 General .............................................................................................................................. 142
ATCO.MED.B.010 Cardiovascular system ...................................................................................................... 142
AMC1 ATCO.MED.B.010 Cardiovascular system ..........................................................................................................144
GM1 ATCO.MED.B.010 Cardiovascular system ............................................................................................................150
GM2 ATCO.MED.B.010 Cardiovascular system ............................................................................................................151
GM3 ATCO.MED.B.010 Cardiovascular system ............................................................................................................151
GM4 ATCO.MED.B.010 Cardiovascular system ............................................................................................................151
GM5 ATCO.MED.B.010 Cardiovascular system ............................................................................................................151
ATCO.MED.B.015 Respiratory system ............................................................................................................ 151
AMC1 ATCO.MED.B.015 Respiratory system ...............................................................................................................152
ATCO.MED.B.020 Digestive system ............................................................................................................... 153
AMC1 ATCO.MED.B.020 Digestive system ...................................................................................................................153
ATCO.MED.B.025 Metabolic and endocrine systems ..................................................................................... 154
AMC1 ATCO.MED.B.025 Metabolic and endocrine system .........................................................................................154
ATCO.MED.B.030 Haematology..................................................................................................................... 155
AMC1 ATCO.MED.B.030 Haematology ........................................................................................................................155
GM1 ATCO.MED.B.030 Haematology ..........................................................................................................................156
GM2 ATCO.MED.B.030 Haematology ..........................................................................................................................156
GM3 ATCO.MED.B.030 Haematology ..........................................................................................................................156
ATCO.MED.B.035 Genitourinary system ........................................................................................................ 156
AMC1 ATCO.MED.B.035 Genitourinary system ...........................................................................................................157
ATCO.MED.B.040 Infectious disease .............................................................................................................. 158
AMC1 ATCO.MED.B.040 Infectious disease .................................................................................................................158
GM1 ATCO.MED.B.040 Infectious disease ...................................................................................................................159
ATCO.MED.B.045 Obstetrics and gynaecology .............................................................................................. 159
AMC1 ATCO.MED.B.045 Obstetrics and gynaecology .................................................................................................159

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ATCO.MED.B.050 Musculoskeletal system .................................................................................................... 159

AMC1 ATCO.MED.B.050 Musculoskeletal system .......................................................................................................159
ATCO.MED.B.055 Psychiatry .......................................................................................................................... 160
AMC1 ATCO.MED.B.055 Psychiatry .............................................................................................................................160
ATCO.MED.B.060 Psychology ........................................................................................................................ 161
AMC1 ATCO.MED.B.060 Psychology ............................................................................................................................161
ATCO.MED.B.065 Neurology .......................................................................................................................... 161
AMC1 ATCO.MED.B.065 Neurology .............................................................................................................................162
ATCO.MED.B.070 Visual system .................................................................................................................... 162
AMC1 ATCO.MED.B.070 Visual system ........................................................................................................................163
GM1 ATCO.MED.B.070 Visual system ..........................................................................................................................167
ATCO.MED.B.075 Colour vision ...................................................................................................................... 168
AMC1 ATCO.MED.B.075 Colour vision .........................................................................................................................168
GM1 ATCO.MED.B.075 Colour vision...........................................................................................................................168
ATCO.MED.B.080 Otorhinolaryngology ......................................................................................................... 168
AMC1 ATCO.MED.B.080 Otorhinolaryngology ............................................................................................................169
GM1 ATCO.MED.B.080 Otorhinolaryngology ..............................................................................................................169
ATCO.MED.B.085 Dermatology ..................................................................................................................... 170
AMC1 ATCO.MED.B.085 Dermatology.........................................................................................................................170
ATCO.MED.B.090 Oncology ........................................................................................................................... 170
AMC1 ATCO.MED.B.090 Oncology ..............................................................................................................................170
SUBPART C AERO-MEDICAL EXAMINERS (AMES) ............................................................................................. 172
ATCO.MED.C.001 Privileges ........................................................................................................................... 172
ATCO.MED.C.005 Application ........................................................................................................................ 172
ATCO.MED.C.010 Requirements for the issue of an AME certificate ............................................................. 172
ATCO.MED.C.015 Training courses in aviation medicine ............................................................................... 173
AMC1 ATCO.MED.C.015 Training courses in aviation medicine ..................................................................................173
AMC2 ATCO.MED.C.015 Training courses in aviation medicine ..................................................................................174
ATCO.MED.C.020 Changes to the AME certificate ......................................................................................... 174
ATCO.MED.C.025 Validity of AME certificates ............................................................................................... 174
AMC1 ATCO.MED.C.025(b) Validity of AME certificates ..............................................................................................175
GM1 ATCO.MED.C.025(b) Validity of AME certificates ................................................................................................175

INITIAL TRAINING CONTENT ...............................................................................................................................176

TABLE OF CONTENTS ............................................................................................................................................ 176
AMC1 ATCO.D.010(a) Composition of initial training ..................................................................................................177
AMC2 ATCO.D.010(a) Composition of initial training ..................................................................................................187
AMC1 ATCO.D.010(a)(1) Composition of initial training - content ..............................................................................193
AMC1 ATCO.D.010(a)(1) Composition of initial training ..............................................................................................194
AMC1 ATCO.D.010(a)(2)(i) Composition of initial training - content ...........................................................................241
AMC1 ATCO.D.010(a)(2)(i) Composition of initial training ..........................................................................................242
AMC1 ATCO.D.010(a)(2)(ii) Composition of initial training - content ..........................................................................279
AMC1 ATCO.D.010(a)(2)(ii) Composition of initial training .........................................................................................280
AMC1 ATCO.D.010(a)(2)(iii) Composition of initial training - content .........................................................................318
AMC1 ATCO.D.010(a)(2)(iii) Composition of initial training.........................................................................................319
AMC1 ATCO.D.010(a)(2)(iv) Composition of initial training - content .........................................................................358
AMC1 ATCO.D.010(a)(2)(iv) Composition of initial training.........................................................................................359
AMC1 ATCO.D.010(a)(2)(v) Composition of initial training - content ..........................................................................391
AMC1 ATCO.D.010(a)(2)(v) Composition of initial training .........................................................................................392
AMC1 ATCO.D.010(a)(2)(vi) Composition of initial training - content .........................................................................434
AMC1 ATCO.D.010(a)(2)(vi) Composition of initial training.........................................................................................435

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NOTE FROM THE EDITOR

This PDF contains Commission Regulation (EU) No 2015/340 together with the related Acceptable
Means of Compliance and Guidance Materials (AMC/GM) taken from ED Decisions ED 2015/010/R and
2015/015/R. This means that the rules paragraphs from the implementing regulation (IR) are followed
by their respective AMC and GM paragraph(s). Eventual further updates will follow in order to
accommodate future amendments.

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DISCLAIMER
This version has been prepared by the Agency in order to provide stakeholders with an updated and
easy-to-read publication. It has been prepared by combining the officially published corresponding text
of the regulation together with the Acceptable Means of Compliance and Guidance Material (including
the amendments) adopted so far. However, this is not an official publication and the Agency accepts no
liability for damage of any kind resulting from the risks inherent in the use of this document.
This document will be updated regularly if needed to take into account further amendments.
The format of this document has been adjusted in order to make it easier to read and for reference
purposes. Readers are invited and encouraged to report to atm@easa.europa.eu any perceived errors,
or comments relating to this publication.

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COVER REGULATION

Article 1 Subject matter and scope

1. This Regulation lays down detailed rules for:
(a) the conditions for issuing, suspending and revoking air traffic controllers and student air
traffic controllers' licences, associated ratings and endorsements, and the privileges and
responsibilities of those holding them;
(b) the conditions for issuing, limiting, suspending and revoking air traffic controllers and
student air traffic controllers' medical certificates, and the privileges and responsibilities of
those holding them;
(c) the certification of aero-medical examiners and aero-medical centres for air traffic
controllers and student air traffic controllers;
(d) the certification of air traffic controller training organisations;
(e) the conditions for validating revalidating, renewing and using such licences, ratings,
endorsements and certificates.
2. This Regulation shall apply to:
(a) student air traffic controllers and air traffic controllers exercising their functions within the
scope of Regulation (EC) No 216/2008;
(b) persons and organisations involved in the licensing, training, testing, checking and medical
examination and assessment of applicants in accordance with this Regulation.

Article 2 Compliance with requirements and procedures

1. The student air traffic controllers, the air traffic controllers and the persons involved in the
licensing, training, testing, checking and medical examination and assessment of applicants
referred to in Article 1(2)(a) and (b) shall be qualified and licensed in accordance with the
provisions of Annexes I, III and IV by the competent authority referred to in Article 6.
2. The organisations referred to in Article 1(2)(b) shall be qualified in accordance with the technical
requirements and administrative procedures laid down in Annexes I, III and IV and shall be
certified by the competent authority referred to in Article 6.
3. The medical certification of the persons referred to in Article 1(2)(a) and (b) shall be compliant
with the technical requirements and administrative procedures laid down in Annexes III and IV.
4. Air traffic controllers employed by air navigation service providers providing air traffic services in
the airspace of the territory to which the Treaty applies and having their principal place of
operations and their registered office, if any, located outside the territory subject to the
provisions of the Treaty, shall be deemed to have been licenced in accordance with paragraph 1,
where they meet both of the following conditions:
(a) they hold an air traffic controller licence issued by a third country in accordance with Annex
1 to the Chicago Convention;
(b) they have demonstrated to the competent authority referred to in Article 6 that they have
received training and successfully passed examinations and assessments equivalent to
those required by Part ATCO, Subpart D, Sections 1-4, set out in Annex I.
The tasks and functions assigned to the air traffic controllers referred to in the first subparagraph shall
not exceed the privileges of the licence issued by the third country.

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5. Practical instructors and assessors employed by a training organisation located outside the
territory of the Member States shall be deemed to have been qualified in accordance with
paragraph 1, where they meet both of the following conditions:
(a) they hold an air traffic controller licence issued by a third country in accordance with Annex
I of the Chicago Convention with a rating and, if applicable, rating endorsement
corresponding to the one for which they are authorised to instruct or assess;
(b) they have demonstrated to the competent authority referred to in Article 6 that they have
received training and successfully passed examinations and assessments equivalent to
those required by Part ATCO, Subpart D, Section 5, set out in Annex I.
The privileges referred to in the first subparagraph shall be specified in a certificate issued by a third
country and shall be limited to provide instruction and assessment for training organisations located
outside the territory of the Member States.

GM1 Article 2(2) Compliance with the requirements and procedures

AIR TRAFFIC CONTROLLER TRAINING ORGANISATION CERTIFICATION
For the purpose of ensuring that all organisations referred to in Article 1(2) comply with the technical
requirements and administrative procedures of Article 2(2), air navigation service providers providing
training to air traffic controllers according to Annex I, Part ATCO, Subpart D, are subject to the
requirements applicable to air traffic controller training organisations set out in this Regulation and are
subject to certification in accordance with Regulation (EC) No 216/2008 and Regulation (EU) 2015/340.

Article 3 Provision of air traffic control services

1. Air traffic control services shall only be provided by air traffic controllers qualified and licensed in
accordance with this Regulation.
2. Subject to Article 1(3) of Regulation (EC) No 216/2008, Member States shall, as far as practicable,
ensure that services provided or made available by military personnel to the public referred to in
Article 1(2)(c) of that Regulation offer a level of safety that is at least equivalent to the level
required by the essential requirements as defined in Annex Vb to that Regulation.
3. Member States may apply this Regulation to their military personnel providing services to the
public.

Article 4 Definitions
For the purposes of this Regulation, the following definitions shall apply:
(1) abnormal situation means circumstances, including degraded situations, which are neither
routinely nor commonly experienced and for which an air traffic controller has not developed
automatic skills;
(2) acceptable means of compliance (AMC) means non-binding standards adopted by the Agency to
illustrate means by which to establish compliance with Regulation (EC) No 216/2008 and its
implementing rules;
(3) air traffic control (ATC) service means a service provided for the purpose of:
(a) preventing collisions:
between aircraft, and
in the manoeuvring area between aircraft and obstructions; and

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(b) expediting and maintaining an orderly flow of air traffic;

(4) air traffic control (ATC) unit means a generic term meaning variously, area control centre,
approach control unit or aerodrome control tower;
(5) alternative means of compliance means an alternative to an existing AMC or a new means to
establish compliance with Regulation (EC) No 216/2008 and its implementing rules for which no
associated AMC have been adopted by the Agency;
(6) assessment means an evaluation of the practical skills leading to the issue of the licence, rating
and/or endorsement(s) and their revalidation and/or renewal, including behaviour and the
practical application of knowledge and understanding being demonstrated by the person being
assessed;
(7) assessor endorsement means the authorisation entered on and forming part of the licence,
indicating the competence of the holder to assess the practical skills of student air traffic
controller and air traffic controller;
(8) critical incident stress means the manifestation of unusual and/or extreme emotional, physical
and/or behavioural reactions in an individual following an unexpected event, an accident, an
incident or serious incident;
(9) emergency situation means a serious and dangerous situation requiring immediate actions;
(10) examination means a formalised test evaluating the person's knowledge and understanding;
(11) guidance material (GM) means non-binding material developed by the Agency that helps to
illustrate the meaning of a requirement or specification and is used to support the interpretation
of Regulation (EC) No 216/2008, its implementing rules and AMC;
(12) ICAO location indicator means the four-letter code group formulated in accordance with the
rules prescribed by ICAO in its manual 'DOC 7910' in its latest updated version and assigned to the
location of an aeronautical fixed station;
(13) language proficiency endorsement means the statement entered on and forming part of a
licence, indicating the language proficiency of the holder;
(14) licence means a document issued and endorsed in accordance with this Regulation and entitling
its lawful holder to exercise the privileges of the ratings and endorsements contained therein;
(15) on-the-job training instruction means the phase of unit training during which previously acquired
job-related routines and skills are integrated in practice under the supervision of a qualified on-
the-job training instructor in a live traffic situation;
(16) on-the-job training instructor (OJTI) endorsement means the authorisation entered on and
forming part of a licence, indicating the competence of the holder to give on-the-job training
instruction and instruction on synthetic training devices;
(17) part-task trainer (PTT) means a synthetic training device to provide training for specific and
selected operational tasks without requiring the learner to practise all of the tasks which are
normally associated with a fully operational environment;
(18) performance objective means a clear and unambiguous statement of the performance expected
of the person undertaking the training, the conditions under which the performance takes place
and the standards that the person undertaking training should meet;
(19) provisional inability means a temporary state in which the licence holder is prevented from
exercising the privileges of the licence when ratings, endorsements and his/her medical certificate
are valid;
(20) psychoactive substance means alcohol, opioids, cannabinoids, sedatives and hypnotics, cocaine,
other psychostimulants, hallucinogens, and volatile solvents, whereas caffeine and tobacco are
excluded;

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(21) rating endorsement means the authorisation entered on and forming part of a licence, indicating
the specific conditions, privileges or limitations pertaining to the relevant rating;
(22) renewal means the administrative act taken after a rating, endorsement or certificate has
expired that renew the privileges of the rating, endorsement or certificate for a further specified
period subject to the fulfilment of specified requirements;
(23) revalidation means the administrative act taken within the period of validity of a rating,
endorsement or certificate that allows the holder to continue to exercise the privileges of a rating,
endorsement or certificate for a further specified period subject to the fulfilment of specified
requirements;
(24) sector means a part of a control area and/or part of a flight information region or upper region;
(25) simulator means a synthetic training device that presents the important features of the real
operational environment and reproduces the operational conditions under which the person
undertaking training can practice real-time tasks directly;
(26) synthetic training device means any type of device by which operational conditions are
simulated, including simulators and part-task trainers;
(27) synthetic training device instructor (STDI) endorsement means the authorisation entered on and
forming part of a licence, indicating the competence of the holder to give instruction on synthetic
training devices;
(28) training course means theoretical and/or practical instruction developed within a structured
framework and delivered within a defined duration;
(29) training organisation means an organisation which has been certified by the competent
authority to provide one or more types of training;
(30) unit endorsement means the authorisation entered on and forming part of a licence, indicating
the ICAO location indicator and the sector, group of sectors or working positions where the
licence holder is competent to work;
(31) validation means a process by which, through the successful completion of a unit endorsement
course associated to a rating or a rating endorsement, the holder may start exercising the
privileges of that rating or rating endorsement.

AMC1 Article 4(1) Definitions

ABNORMAL SITUATION
Abnormal situations may include:
(a) circumstances arising from human error or violation of rules both within the ATC and aircraft
operation;
(b) serious weather or volcanic perturbations; and
(c) technical system failures or malfunctions of aircraft and/or ATC ground-based systems.

GM1 Article 4(6) Definitions

ASSESSMENT
The formative evaluation of practical skills during training should not be considered as an assessment.

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Article 5 Competent authority

1. Member States shall nominate or establish one or more competent authority(ies) with allocated
responsibilities for the certification and oversight of persons and organisations subject to this
Regulation.
2. Within a functional airspace block or in the case of cross-border service provision the competent
authorities shall be designated by agreement of the Member States concerned.
3. If a Member State nominates or establishes more than one competent authority, the areas of
competence of each competent authority shall be clearly defined in terms of responsibilities and
geographical area, where appropriate. Coordination shall be established between those
authorities to ensure effective oversight of all persons and organisations subject to this Regulation
within their respective remits.
4. The competent authority(ies) shall be independent from air navigation service providers and
training organisations. This independence shall be achieved through adequate separation, at least
at functional level, of the competent authorities on the one hand and air navigation service
providers and the training organisations on the other hand. The competent authorities shall
exercise their powers impartially and transparently.
The first subparagraph also applies to the Agency, where it acts as a competent authority pursuant to
Article 6(2)(b) and (3)(a)(ii).
5. Member States shall ensure that the competent authorities have the necessary capability to
conduct the certification and oversight activities covered by their certification and oversight
programmes, including sufficient resources to fulfil the requirements of Annex II (Part ATCO.AR).
In particular, Member States shall use the assessments produced by the competent authorities in
accordance with point ATCO.AR.A.005(a) of Annex II in order to demonstrate their capability.
6. Member States shall ensure that, with respect to the personnel of the competent authorities that
carry out the oversight and certification activities under this Regulation, there is no direct or
indirect conflict of interest, in particular relating to family or financial interests of the personnel
concerned.
7. The competent authority(ies) nominated or established by a Member State for the purposes of
Commission Regulation (EU) No 805/2011 shall be deemed to remain the competent authority for
the purposes of this Regulation, unless otherwise determined by the Member State concerned. In
the latter case, Member States shall notify the Agency of the name(s) and address(es) of the
competent authority(ies) that they nominate or establish in application of this Article, as well as
any changes thereto.

Article 6 Competent authority for the purposes of Annexes I, III and IV

1. For the purpose of Annex I, the competent authority shall be the authority(ies) nominated or
established by the Member State to whom the person applies for the issue of a licence.
2. For the purpose of Annex III and for the oversight of the requirements of Annex I regarding air
navigation service providers, the competent authority shall be:
(a) the authority nominated or established by the Member State as its competent authority for
oversight where the applicant has its principal place of operation or its registered office, if
any, unless otherwise provided for in bilateral or multilateral agreements between Member
States or their competent authorities;
(b) the Agency, if the applicant has its principle place of operation or its registered office, if
any, outside the territory of the Member States.
3. For the purpose of Annex IV, the competent authority shall be:

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(a) for aero-medical centres:

(i) the authority designated by the Member State in which the aero-medical centre has
its principal place of business;
(ii) the Agency, when the aero-medical centre is located in a third country;
(b) for aero-medical examiners:
(i) the authority designated by the Member State in which the aero-medical examiner
has his or her principal place of practice;
(ii) if the principal place of practice of an aero-medical examiner is located in a third
country, the authority designated by the Member State to which the applicant aero-
medical examiner applies for the issue of the certificate.

Article 7 Transitional provisions

1. Licences, ratings and endorsements issued in accordance with the relevant provisions of national
legislation based on Directive 2006/23/EC and licences, ratings and endorsements issued in
accordance with Regulation (EU) No 805/2011 shall be deemed to have been issued in accordance
with this Regulation.
2. The Area Control Procedural (ACP) rating with the Oceanic Control (OCN) rating endorsement
issued on the basis of national rules based on Article 31(1) of Regulation (EU) No 805/2011 shall
be deemed to have been issued in accordance with this Regulation.
3. Medical certificates and certificates for training organisations, aero-medical examiners and aero-
medical centres, approvals of unit competence schemes and training plans issued in accordance
with the relevant provisions of national legislation based on Directive 2006/23/EC in accordance
with Regulation (EU) No 805/2011 shall be deemed to have been issued in accordance with this
Regulation.

Article 8 Replacement of licences, adaptations of privileges, training courses and unit

competence schemes
1. Member States shall replace the licences referred to in Article 7(1) with licences complying with
the format laid down in Appendix 1 of Annex II to this Regulation by 31 December 2015, or 31
December 2016, when the Member State makes use of the derogation in Article 11(2), at the
latest.
2. Member States shall replace the certificates for air traffic controller training organisations
referred to in Article 7(3) with certificates complying with the format laid down in Appendix 2 of
Annex II to this Regulation by 31 December 2015, or 31 December 2016, when the Member State
makes use of the derogation in Article 11(2), at the latest.
3. Member States shall replace the certificates for aero-medical examiners and the certificates for
aero-medical centres referred to in Article 7(3) with certificates complying with the format laid
down in Appendices 3 and 4 of Annex II to this Regulation by 31 December 2015, or 31 December
2016, when the Member State makes use of the derogation in Article 11(2), at the latest.
4. The competent authorities shall convert the privileges of examiners and assessors for initial
training pursuant to Article 20 of Commission Regulation (EU) No 805/2011 and of competence
examiners and competence assessors for unit and continuation training approved by the
competent authority pursuant to Article 24 of Regulation (EU) No 805/2011 into the privileges of
an assessor endorsement pursuant to this Regulation, if appropriate, by 31 December 2015, or 31

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December 2016, when the Member State makes use of the derogation in Article 11(2), at the
latest.
5. The competent authorities may convert the privileges for national simulator or synthetic training
device instructors into privileges for a synthetic training device instructor endorsement according
to this Regulation, if appropriate, by 31 December 2015, or 31 December 2016, when the Member
State makes use of the derogation in Article 11(2), at the latest
6. Air navigation service providers shall adapt their unit competence schemes to comply with the
requirements of this Regulation by 31 December 2015, or 31 December 2016, when the Member
State makes use of the derogation in Article 11(2), at the latest.
7. Air traffic controller training organisations shall adapt their training plans to comply with the
requirements of this Regulation by 31 December 2015, or 31 December 2016, when the Member
State makes use of the derogation in Article 11(2), at the latest.
8. Certificates of completion of training courses that started prior to the application of this
Regulation in accordance with Regulation (EU) No 805/2011 shall be accepted for the purpose of
the issue of the relevant licences, ratings and endorsements in accordance with this Regulation
provided that the training and the assessment have been completed by 30 June 2016, or 30 June
2017, when the Member State makes use of the derogation in Article 11(2), at the latest.

Article 9 Amendment to Commission Implementing Regulation (EU) No 923/2012

In Article 2 of Commission Implementing Regulation (EU) No 923/2012, point 104 is replaced by the
following:
104.psychoactive substance means alcohol, opioids, cannabinoids, sedatives and hypnotics, cocaine,
other psychostimulants, hallucinogens, and volatile solvents, whereas caffeine and tobacco are
excluded;

Article 10 Repeal
Commission Regulation (EU) No 805/2011 is repealed.

Article 11 Entry into force and application

1. This Regulation shall enter into force on the twentieth day following that of its publication in the
Official Journal of the European Union.
It shall apply from 30 June 2015.
2. By way of derogation from paragraph 1, Member States may decide not to apply Annexes I to IV,
in whole or in part, before 31 December 2016.
When a Member State makes use of this possibility, it shall notify the Commission and the Agency by 1
July 2015 at the latest. This notification shall describe the scope of the derogation(s) as well as the
programme for implementation containing actions envisaged and related timing. In that case, the
relevant provisions of Commission Regulation (EU) No 805/2011 shall continue to apply.
This Regulation shall be binding in its entirety and directly applicable in all Member States.
Done at Brussels, 20 February 2015.

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ANNEX I

PART ATCO
REQUIREMENTS FOR THE LICENSING OF AIR TRAFFIC CONTROLLERS

SUBPART A GENERAL REQUIREMENTS

ATCO.A.001 Scope
This Part, set out in this Annex, establishes the requirements for the issue, revocation and suspension of
student air traffic controller licences and air traffic controller licences, their associated ratings and
endorsements, and the conditions of their validity and use.

ATCO.A.005 Application for the issue of licences, ratings and endorsements

(a) An application for the issue of licences, ratings and endorsements shall be submitted to the
competent authority in accordance with the procedure established by that authority.
(b) An application for the issue of further ratings or endorsements, for the revalidation or renewal of
endorsements and for the reissue of the licence shall be submitted to the competent authority
which issued that licence.
(c) The licence shall remain the property of the person to whom it is issued, unless it is revoked by
the competent authority. The licence holder shall sign the licence.
(d) The licence shall specify all relevant information related to the privileges that are granted by the
licence and shall comply with the requirements in Appendix 1 of Annex II.

ATCO.A.010 Exchange of licences

(a) If the licence holder is to exercise the privileges of the licence in a Member State for which the
competent authority is not the one that issued the licence, the licence holder shall submit an
application to exchange his/her licence for a licence issued by the competent authority of the
Member State where the privileges are to be exercised in accordance with the procedure
established by this authority, except where otherwise foreseen in agreements concluded among
the Member States. For this purpose, the authorities involved shall share all the relevant
information needed to carry out the licence exchange according to the procedures referred to in
ATCO.AR.B.001(c).
(b) For the purposes of the exchange and for exercising the privileges of the licence in a Member
State other than that in which the licence was issued, the licence holder must fulfil the language
proficiency requirements referred to in ATCO.B.030 established by the respective Member State.
(c) The new licence shall include ratings, rating endorsements, licence endorsements and all valid
unit endorsements in the licence, including the date of their first issue and expiry, if applicable.
(d) Following the receipt of the new licence, the licence holder shall submit an application referred to
in ATCO.A.005 together with his/her air traffic controller licence in order to get new ratings, rating
endorsements, licence endorsements or unit endorsements.
(e) Following the exchange, the previously issued licence shall be returned to the authority that
issued it.

GM1 ATCO.A.010 Exchange of licences

RECOGNITION OF LICENCES AND CERTIFICATES
In accordance with Article 11 of Regulation (EC) No 216/2008, Member States shall recognise:

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(a) air traffic controller and student air traffic controller licences, including their ratings, rating
endorsements, on-the-job training instructor (OJTI), synthetic training device instructor (STDI) and
assessor endorsements, as well as language proficiency endorsements and associated medical
certificates issued by other Member States in accordance with this Regulation;
(b) certificates of air traffic controller training organisations, aero-medical examiners and aero-
medical centres issued by other Member States in accordance with this Regulation; and
(c) certificates of completion of training courses issued by training organisations approved by other
Member States leading to the grant of the ratings, endorsements and/or the student air traffic
controller licence referred to in paragraph (a).

GM1 ATCO.A.010(a) Exchange of licences

EXERCISE OF PRIVILEGES OF THE LICENCE IN A DIFFERENT MEMBER STATE
(a) Licences should only be exchanged in cases there is certainty that the licence holder is going to
exercise the privileges of the licence in a different Member State other than that in which the
licence was issued.
(b) For this purpose, and with the intention of preventing unnecessary administrative burden, the
competent authorities may require the licence holder, together with the application for exchange,
to prove that he/she is going to receive unit training by an approved training organisation that
truly permits him/her to exercise the privileges of the licence in that Member State.

GM2 ATCO.A.010(a) Exchange of licences

EXERCISE OF PRIVILEGES OF THE LICENCE IN TWO OR MORE MEMBER STATES
In cases where privileges are exercised in two or more Member States, the agreement concluded
amongst the Member States concerned should define the allocation of tasks and the responsibilities
related to licensing.

ATCO.A.015 Exercise of the privileges of licences and provisional inability

(a) The exercise of the privileges granted by a licence shall be dependent on the validity of the
ratings, endorsements and of the medical certificate.
(b) Licence holders shall not exercise the privileges of their licence when having doubts of being able
to safely exercise the privileges of the licence and shall in such cases immediately notify the
relevant air navigation service provider of the provisional inability to exercise the privileges of
their licence.
(c) Air navigation service providers may declare the provisional inability of the licence holder if they
become aware of any doubt concerning the ability of the licence holder to safely exercise the
privileges of the licence.
(d) Air navigation service providers shall develop and implement objective, transparent and non-
discriminatory procedures to enable licence holders declaring provisional inability to exercise the
privileges of their licence in accordance with point (b), to declare the provisional inability of the
licence holder in accordance with point (c), to manage the operational impact of provisional
inability cases and to inform the competent authority as defined in that procedure.
(e) The procedures referred to in point (d) shall be included in the unit competence scheme
according to ATCO.B.025(a)(13).

GM1 ATCO.A.015(b) Exercise of the privileges of licences and provisional inability

GROUNDS FOR PROVISIONAL INABILITY
Examples of grounds for doubting the ability to safely exercise the privileges of the licence may be that
the licence holder is:
under the influence of psychoactive substances;

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(a) unfit to perform the duties due to injury, fatigue, sickness, stress, including critical incident stress
or other similar causes;
(b) not meeting all the competence-related requirements set out in the unit competence scheme.

GM1 ATCO.A.015(c) Exercise of the privileges of licences and provisional inability

In case of doubt about the medical condition of the air traffic controller, the provisions of
ATCO.MED.A.020 should apply.

GM1 ATCO.A.015(d) Exercise of the privileges of licences and provisional inability

PROCEDURES
The procedures developed and implemented to enable licence holders declaring provisional inability to
exercise the privileges of their licence, to manage the operational impact of provisional inability cases
and to inform the competent authority should include but are not limited to:
(a) the processes to declare and terminate provisional inability;
(b) an indicative list of cases when the competent authority shall be informed of the declaration or
termination of the provisional inability;
(c) the processes to inform the competent authority; and
(d) the mitigating measures to be implemented to ensure sufficient capacity and the continuity of the
service.

ATCO.A.020 Revocation and suspension of licences, ratings and endorsements

(a) Licences, ratings and endorsements may be suspended or revoked by the competent authority
according to ATCO.AR.D.005 when the licence holder does not comply with the requirements of
this Part.
(b) When the licence holder has his/her licence revoked, he/she shall immediately return the licence
to the competent authority according to the administrative procedures established by that
authority.
(c) With the issue of the air traffic controller licence the student air traffic controller licence is
revoked and shall be returned to the competent authority which is issuing the air traffic controller
licence.

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SUBPART B LICENCES, RATINGS AND ENDORSEMENTS

ATCO.B.001 Student air traffic controller licence

(a) Holders of a student air traffic controller licence shall be authorised to provide air traffic control
services in accordance with the rating(s) and rating endorsement(s) contained in their licence
under the supervision of an on-the-job training instructor and to undertake training for rating
endorsement(s).
(b) Applicants for the issue of a student air traffic controller licence shall:
(1) be at least 18 years old;
(2) have successfully completed initial training at a training organisation satisfying the
requirements laid down in Annex III (Part ATCO.OR) relevant to the rating, and if applicable,
to the rating endorsement, as set out in Part ATCO, Subpart D, Section 2;
(3) hold a valid medical certificate;
(4) have demonstrated an adequate level of language proficiency in accordance with the
requirements set out in ATCO.B.030.
(c) The student air traffic controller licence shall contain the language endorsement(s) and at least
one rating and, if applicable, one rating endorsement.
(d) The holder of a student air traffic controller licence who has not started exercising the privileges
of that licence within one year from the date of its issue or has interrupted exercising those
privileges for a period of more than one year may only start or continue unit training in that rating
after an assessment of his/her previous competence, conducted by a training organisation
satisfying the requirements laid down in Annex III (Part ATCO.OR) and certified to provide initial
training relevant to the rating, as to whether he/she continues to satisfy the requirements
relevant to that rating, and after satisfying any training requirements resulting from this
assessment.

GM1 ATCO.B.001(b) Student air traffic controller licence

MATURITY OF AIR TRAFFIC CONTROLLERS
Persons who wish to undertake air traffic controller training at a training organisation satisfying the
requirements laid down in Annex III (Part ATCO.OR) should be educationally, physically and mentally
sufficiently mature. In order to assess their ability to complete air traffic controller training, training
organisations may conduct aptitude assessments and/or set out educational or similar requirements
which could serve as a prerequisite for commencing air traffic controller training.

AMC1 ATCO.B.001(d) Student air traffic controller licence

ASSESSMENT OF PREVIOUS COMPETENCE
When establishing previous competence in a rating, the assessment should be based on the
requirements set out in Part ATCO, Subpart D, Section 2.

ATCO.B.005 Air traffic controller licence

(a) Holders of an air traffic controller licence shall be authorised to provide air traffic control services
in accordance with the ratings and rating endorsements of their licence, and to exercise the
privileges of the endorsements contained therein.
(b) The privileges of an air traffic controller licence shall include the privileges of a student air traffic
controller licence as set out in ATCO.B.001(a).
(c) Applicants for the first issue of an air traffic controller licence shall:

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(1) hold a student air traffic controller licence;

(2) have completed a unit endorsement course and successfully passed the appropriate
examinations and assessments in accordance with the requirements set out in Part ATCO,
Subpart D, Section 3;
(3) hold a valid medical certificate;
(4) have demonstrated an adequate level of language proficiency in accordance with the
requirements set out in ATCO.B.030.
(d) The air traffic controller licence shall be validated by the inclusion of one or more ratings and the
relevant rating, unit and language proficiency endorsements for which the training was successful.
(e) The holder of an air traffic controller licence who has not started exercising the privileges of any
rating within one year from the date of its issue may only start unit training in that rating after an
assessment of his/her previous competence, conducted by a training organisation satisfying the
requirements laid down in Annex III (Part ATCO.OR) and certified to provide initial training
relevant to the rating, as to whether he/she continues to satisfy the requirements relevant to that
rating, and after satisfying any training requirements resulting from this assessment.

ATCO.B.010 Air traffic controller ratings

(a) Licences shall contain one or more of the following ratings in order to indicate the type of service
which the licence holder is authorised to provide:
(1) the Aerodrome Control Visual (ADV) rating, indicating that the licence holder is competent
to provide an air traffic control service to aerodrome traffic at an aerodrome that has no
published instrument approach or departure procedures;
(2) the Aerodrome Control Instrument (ADI) rating, indicating that the licence holder is
competent to provide an air traffic control service to aerodrome traffic at an aerodrome
that has published instrument approach or departure procedures and shall be accompanied
by at least one of the rating endorsements described in ATCO.B.015(a);
(3) the Approach Control Procedural (APP) rating, indicating that the licence holder is
competent to provide an air traffic control service to arriving, departing or transiting
aircraft without the use of surveillance equipment;
(4) the Approach Control Surveillance (APS) rating, indicating that the licence holder is
competent to provide an air traffic control service to arriving, departing or transiting
aircraft with the use of surveillance equipment;
(5) the Area Control Procedural (ACP) rating, indicating that the licence holder is competent to
provide an air traffic control service to aircraft without the use of surveillance equipment;
(6) the Area Control Surveillance (ACS) rating, indicating that the licence holder is competent
to provide an air traffic control service to aircraft with the use of surveillance equipment.
(b) The holder of a rating who has interrupted exercising the privileges associated with that rating for
a period of four or more immediately preceding consecutive years may only start unit training in
that rating after assessment of previous competence, conducted by a training organisation
satisfying the requirements laid down in Annex III (Part ATCO.OR) and certified to provide training
relevant to the rating, as to whether the person concerned continues to satisfy the conditions of
that rating, and after satisfying any training requirements resulting from this assessment.

AMC1 ATCO.B.010(b) Air traffic controller ratings

ASSESSMENT OF PREVIOUS COMPETENCE
When establishing previous competence in a rating, the assessment should be based on the
requirements set out in Part ATCO, Subpart D, Section 2.

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ATCO.B.015 Rating endorsements

(a) The Aerodrome Control Instrument (ADI) rating shall bear at least one of the following
endorsements:
(1) the Air Control (AIR) endorsement, indicating that the licence holder is competent to
provide air control to traffic flying in the vicinity of an aerodrome and on the runway;
(2) the Ground Movement Control (GMC) endorsement, indicating that the licence holder is
competent to provide ground movement control;
(3) the Tower Control (TWR) endorsement, indicating that the licence holder is competent to
provide aerodrome control service. The TWR endorsement includes the privileges of the
AIR and GMC endorsements;
(4) the Ground Movement Surveillance (GMS) endorsement, granted in addition to the Ground
Movement Control endorsement or Tower Control endorsement, indicating that the licence
holder is competent to provide ground movement control with the help of aerodrome
surface movement guidance systems;
(5) the Aerodrome Radar Control (RAD) endorsement, granted in addition to the Air Control
endorsement or Tower Control endorsement, indicating that the licence holder is
competent to provide aerodrome control with the help of surveillance radar equipment.
(b) The Approach Control Surveillance (APS) rating may bear one or more of the following
endorsements:
(1) the Precision Approach Radar (PAR) endorsement, indicating that the licence holder is
competent to provide ground-controlled precision approaches with the use of precision
approach radar equipment to aircraft on the final approach to the runway;
(2) the Surveillance Radar Approach (SRA) endorsement, indicating that the licence holder is
competent to provide ground-controlled non-precision approaches with the use of
surveillance equipment to aircraft on the final approach to the runway;
(3) the Terminal Control (TCL) endorsement, indicating that the licence holder is competent to
provide air traffic control services with the use of any surveillance equipment to aircraft
operating in a specified terminal area and/or adjacent sectors.
(c) The Area Control Procedural (ACP) rating may bear the Oceanic Control (OCN) endorsement,
indicating that the holder of the licence is competent to provide air traffic control services to
aircraft operating in an Oceanic Control Area.
(d) The Area Control Surveillance (ACS) rating may bear one of the following endorsements:
(1) the Terminal Control (TCL) endorsement, indicating that the licence holder is competent to
provide air traffic control services with the use of any surveillance equipment to aircraft
operating in a specified terminal area and/or adjacent sectors;
(2) the Oceanic Control (OCN) endorsement, indicating that the licence holder is competent to
provide air traffic control services to aircraft operating in an Oceanic Control Area.

GM1 ATCO.B.015(a)(3) Air traffic controller rating endorsements

TOWER CONTROL ENDORSEMENT PRIVILEGES
Where aerodrome control is provided from one operational position, this shall be indicated in the ATC
licence by the issue of a Tower Control (TWR) endorsement to the Aerodrome Control Instrument
rating. Aerodrome control may either be one operational position or be divided between two
operational positions, Ground Movement Control (GMC) and Air Control (AIR). Consequently, the TWR
endorsement entitles the holder of that rating endorsement to either provide aerodrome control from
one working position or to provide AIR or GMC separately.

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ATCO.B.020 Unit endorsements

(a) The unit endorsement shall authorise the licence holder to provide air traffic control services for a
specific sector, group of sectors and/or working positions under the responsibility of an air traffic
services unit.
(b) Applicants for a unit endorsement shall have successfully completed a unit endorsement course in
accordance with the requirements set out in Part ATCO, Subpart D, Section 3.
(c) Applicants for a unit endorsement following an exchange of a licence referred to in ATCO.A.010
shall, in addition to the requirements set out in point (b), meet the requirements of
ATCO.D.060(f).
(d) For air traffic controllers providing air traffic control services to aircraft carrying out flight tests,
the competent authority may, in addition to the requirements set out in point (b), set out
additional requirements to be met.
(e) Unit endorsements shall be valid for a period defined in the unit competence scheme. This period
shall not exceed three years.
(f) The validity period of unit endorsements for initial issue and renewal shall start not later than 30
days from the date on which the assessment has been successfully completed.
(g) Unit endorsements shall be revalidated if:
(1) the applicant has been exercising the privileges of the licence for a minimum number of
hours as defined in the unit competence scheme;
(2) the applicant has undertaken refresher training within the validity period of the unit
endorsement according to the unit competence scheme;
(3) the applicant's competence has been assessed in accordance with the unit competence
scheme not earlier than three months prior to the expiry date of the unit endorsement.
(h) Unit endorsements shall be revalidated, provided that the requirements set out in point (g) are
met, within the 3-month period immediately preceding their expiry date. In such cases the validity
period shall be counted from that expiry date.
(i) If the unit endorsement is revalidated before the period provided for in point (h), its validity
period shall start not later than 30 days from the date on which the assessment has been
successfully completed, provided that the requirements in point (g)(1) and (2) are also met.
(j) If the validity of a unit endorsement expires, the licence holder shall successfully complete the
unit endorsement course in accordance with the requirements set out in Part ATCO, Subpart D,
Section 3 in order to renew the endorsement.

AMC1 ATCO.B.020(a) Unit endorsements

GENERAL
When aerodrome control service is provided from a remote location, each aerodrome should constitute
its own unit endorsement.

AMC1 ATCO.B.020(e) Unit endorsements

VALIDITY OF THE UNIT ENDORSEMENT
When establishing the validity of a unit endorsement, the specificities of the unit and seasonal variations
should be taken into account.
Appropriate means should be in place to monitor the competence of the air traffic controllers. The
means should be proportionate to the validity time.
If the proposed validity time of the unit endorsement exceeds 12 months, additional means should be in
place to monitor and ensure the continuous competence of the air traffic controllers.

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If the ATC unit is proposing to increase the validity time of the unit endorsement, a safety assessment
should be conducted. The safety assessment may cover several units.

AMC1 ATCO.B.020(g)(3) Unit endorsements

PRACTICAL SKILLS ASSESSMENT FOR REVALIDATION OF EACH UNIT ENDORSEMENT
(a) If the assessment of practical skills is taking the form of a dedicated assessment consisting of a
single assessment or a series of assessments, the last assessment declaring the licence holder
competent should take place within the three-month period immediately preceding the unit
endorsement expiry date.
(b) If the assessment of practical skills is taking the form of a continuous assessment by which the air
traffic controllers competence is assessed along a defined period of time, the formal conclusion
on declaring the licence holder competent should take place within the three-month period
immediately preceding the unit endorsement expiry date.

GM1 ATCO.B.020(i) Unit endorsements

COMMENCEMENT OF UNIT ENDORSEMENT VALIDITY IN CASE OF EARLY REVALIDATION
For the purpose of establishing the validity period of the unit endorsement in case of early revalidation,
the date of the assessment should be the date of the:
(a) last assessment declaring the licence holder competent in case of a dedicated assessment; and
(b) formal conclusion of declaring the licence holder competent in case of continuous assessment.

ATCO.B.025 Unit competence scheme

(a) Unit competence schemes shall be established by the air navigation service provider and
approved by the competent authority. It shall include at least the following elements:
(1) the validity of the unit endorsement in accordance with ATCO.B.020(e);
(2) the maximum continuous period when the privileges of a unit endorsement are not
exercised during its validity. This period shall not exceed 90 calendar days;
(3) the minimum number of hours for exercising the privileges of the unit endorsement within
a defined period of time, which shall not exceed 12 months, for the purpose of
ATCO.B.020(g)(1). For on-the-job training instructors exercising the privileges of the OJTI
endorsement the time spent instructing shall be counted for the maximum of 50 % of the
hours required for revalidation of the unit endorsement.
(4) procedures for the cases where the licence holder does not meet the requirements set out
in point (a)(2) and (3);
(5) processes for assessing competence, including assessment of the refresher training subjects
according to ATCO.D.080(b);
(6) processes for the examination of theoretical knowledge and understanding necessary to
exercise privileges of the ratings and endorsements;
(7) processes to identify the topics and subtopics, objectives and training methods for
continuation training;
(8) the minimum duration and frequency of the refresher training;
(9) processes for the examination of theoretical knowledge and/or the assessment of practical
skills acquired during conversion training, including pass marks for examinations;
(10) processes in case of failure of an examination or assessment, including the appeal
processes;
(11) training personnel qualifications, roles and responsibilities;

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(12) procedure to ensure that practical instructors have practised instructional techniques in the
procedures in which it is intended to provide instruction in accordance with
ATCO.C.010(b)(3) and ATCO.C.030(b)(3);
(13) procedures for the declaration and the management of cases of provisional inability to
exercise the privileges of a licence, as well as for informing the competent authority in
accordance with ATCO.A.015(d);
(14) identification of records to be kept specific to continuation training and assessments, in
accordance with ATCO.AR.B.015;
(15) process and reasons for reviewing and amending the unit competence scheme and its
submission to the competent authority. The review of the unit competence scheme shall
take place at least once every three years.
(b) In order to comply with the requirement set out in point (a)(3), air navigation service providers
shall keep records of the hours, during which each licence holder exercises the privileges of
his/her unit endorsement working in sectors, group of sectors and/or working positions in the
ATC unit and shall provide that data to the competent authorities and to the licence holder upon
request.
(c) When establishing the procedures referred to in point (a)(4) and (13) air navigation service
providers shall ensure that mechanisms are applied to guarantee fair treatment of licence holders
where the validity of their endorsements cannot be extended.

GM1 ATCO.B.025(a)(3) Unit competence scheme

MINIMUM NUMBER OF HOURS
The minimum number of hours should be defined for each unit endorsement and it should be identical
for each unit endorsement holder within the same unit.
For licence holders holding more than one unit endorsement in the same ATC unit, the minimum
number of hours may be defined as a combined value based on the assessment provided by the air
navigation service provider.
Nevertheless, maintaining competence should be appropriately ensured for all valid unit endorsements.

AMC1 ATCO.B.025(a)(5);(6) Unit competence scheme

PROCESSES FOR ASSESSING COMPETENCE AND EXAMINING THEORETICAL KNOWLEGDE AND
UNDERSTANDING
(a) The practical performance and skills should be assessed in live traffic situations.
(b) Theoretical competence should be examined to ascertain the knowledge and understanding of air
traffic controllers.
(c) Subjects taught during refresher training such as standard practices and procedures, abnormal
and emergency situations and human factors should be assessed on STD or in other simulated
environments and/or examined.

GM1 ATCO.B.025(a)(5) Unit competence scheme

ASSESSMENTS
(a) Assessments may have one or more components.
(b) One component should be the assessment of practical skills; other components may be oral
and/or written examinations.
(c) Practical skills assessments should be conducted as continuous assessment or dedicated practical
assessment(s).
(d) Continuous assessment

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Continuous assessment should be achieved by the assessor assessing, during normal operational
duties, the operational performance compared to the standard of the air traffic control service
expected.
Where the assessor has not been able to adequately assess the air traffic controller by continuous
assessment, he/she should not certify the air traffic controllers competence until a dedicated
practical assessment has been conducted.
(e) Dedicated practical assessment
A dedicated practical assessment may consist of a single assessment or a series of assessments.
To conduct a dedicated practical assessment, the assessor(s) should sit with the air traffic
controller with the purpose of assessing, under normal operational conditions, the operational
performance compared to the standard of the air traffic control service expected.
The air traffic controller concerned should be advised that a dedicated practical assessment is to
be conducted and be briefed on the conduct of the assessment.
For those situations where an applicants performance cannot be observed at the time of the
assessment (e.g. low visibility operations, snow clearing, military activity, etc.), the assessment
may be supplemented by synthetic training device sessions and/or an oral examination.
(f) The performance objectives topics to be assessed should be determined in detail by the air
navigation service provider. Examples of performance objectives topics are as follows:
application of unit regulations and procedures (e.g. minimum separation standards, letters
of agreement, Aeronautical Information Publications);
traffic analysis and planning;
task priority setting;
communication, including phraseology;
capacity and expedition;
accuracy;
initiative, adaptability and decision-making;
air traffic control techniques;
teamwork and other human factors skills;
the level of risk associated with the tasks performed (e.g. attitudes to risk).
(g) Procedures when failing
Notwithstanding ATCO.B.025(a)(10), when an air traffic controller fails in one or more of the
components of the assessment, he/she should not be allowed to exercise the privilege of this unit
endorsement, and provisional inability in accordance with ATCO.A.015(b) may be declared until a
successful competence assessment has been performed. Resitting the full competence
assessment or the failed part only may be required.
(h) Record keeping
The results of all assessments, including those of the continuous assessment, and examinations
should be documented and stored confidentially, accessible to the assessor and the person being
assessed.

GM2 ATCO.B.025(a)(5) Unit competence scheme

ASSESSMENTS
Assessments should be adapted to the validity time of the unit endorsement of the ATC unit.

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The assessment of air traffic controllers at ATC units with seasonal variations should reflect the higher
volume and complexity situations.

GM3 ATCO.B.025(a)(5) Unit competence scheme

ASSESSMENTS OF REFRESHER TRAINING SUBJECTS
(a) Assessments should be conducted primarily on a synthetic training device or offline
environments.
(b) Assessments should be conducted by appropriately qualified personnel having detailed
knowledge of:
(1) the training objectives; and
(2) the subjects, topics and subtopics being examined or assessed.

GM1 ATCO.B.025(a)(6) Unit competence scheme

ORAL EXAMINATIONS
Oral examinations should be used to test understanding of applicable techniques and the rules
governing them, particularly of unit and national air traffic control procedures. Scenario-type
questioning allows the assessor to gather additional evidence of how an air traffic controller would react
in circumstances that are not observable but are nevertheless considered important to the overall
operation at that ATC unit.
The oral examination should give a clear indication that the air traffic controller knows not only what
he/she should be doing, but why he/she should be doing it. The oral examination requires considerable
skills and it should be undertaken in a way to ensure consistency among individual assessors.

GM1 ATCO.B.025(a)(9) Unit competence scheme

EXAMINATIONS AND ASSESSMENTS DURING CONVERSION TRAINING
(a) Assessments should be conducted primarily on a synthetic training device or offline
environments.
(b) Examinations and assessments should be conducted by appropriately qualified personnel having
detailed knowledge of:
(1) the training objectives; and
(2) the subjects, topics and subtopics being examined or assessed.

ATCO.B.030 Language proficiency endorsement

(a) Air traffic controllers and student air traffic controllers shall not exercise the privileges of their
licences unless they have a valid language proficiency endorsement in English and, if applicable, in
the language(s) imposed by the Member State for reasons of safety at the ATC unit as published
in the Aeronautical Information Publications. The language proficiency endorsement shall indicate
the language(s), the level(s) of proficiency and the expiry date(s).
(b) The language proficiency level shall be determined in accordance with the rating scale set out in
Appendix 1 of Annex I.
(c) The applicant for any language proficiency endorsement shall demonstrate, in accordance with
the rating scale referred to in point (b), at least an operational level (level four) of language
proficiency.
To do so, the applicant shall:
(1) communicate effectively in voice only (telephone/radiotelephone) and in face-to-face
situations
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(3) use appropriate communicative strategies to exchange messages and to recognise and
resolve misunderstandings in a general or work-related context
(4) handle successfully and with relative ease the linguistic challenges presented by a
complication or unexpected turn of events that occur within the context of a routine work
situation or communicative task with which they are otherwise familiar; and
(5) use a dialect or accent which is intelligible to the aeronautical community.
(d) Notwithstanding point (c), extended level (level five) of the language proficiency rating scale set
out in Appendix 1 of Annex I may be required by the air navigation service provider, where the
operational circumstances of the particular rating or endorsement warrant a higher level of
language proficiency for imperative reasons of safety. Such a requirement shall be non-
discriminatory, proportionate, transparent, and objectively justified by the air navigation service
provider wishing to apply the higher level of proficiency and shall be approved by the competent
authority.
(e) Language proficiency shall be demonstrated by a certificate attesting the result of the
assessment.

ATCO.B.035 Validity of language proficiency endorsement

(a) The validity of the language proficiency endorsement, depending on the level determined in
accordance with Appendix 1 of Annex I, shall be:
(1) for operational level (level four), three years from the date of assessment; or
(2) for extended level (level five), six years from the date of assessment;
(3) for expert level (level six):
(i) nine years from the date of assessment, for the English language;
(ii) unlimited, for any other language(s) referred to in ATCO.B.030(a).
(b) The validity period of the language proficiency endorsements for initial issue and renewal shall
start not later than 30 days from the date on which the language proficiency assessment has been
successfully completed.
(c) Language proficiency endorsements shall be revalidated following successful completion of the
language proficiency assessment taking place within three months immediately preceding their
expiry date. In such cases the new validity period shall be counted from that expiry date.
(d) If the language proficiency endorsement is revalidated before the period provided for in point (c),
its validity period shall start not later than 30 days from the date on which the language
proficiency assessment has been successfully completed.
(e) When the validity of a language proficiency endorsement expires, the licence holder shall
successfully complete a language proficiency assessment in order to have his/her endorsement
renewed.

AMC1 ATCO.B.035(a)(3)(i) Validity of language proficiency endorsement

VALIDITY OF THE LANGUAGE ENDORSEMENT OF PROFICIENCY LEVEL 6 IN ENGLISH LANGUAGE
When replacing the licences according to Article 8(1) of Regulation (EU) 2015/340, the validity period for
the expert level (level six) language proficiency endorsements shall be introduced into the new licence.
The nine-year validity period for an expert level (level six) language proficiency endorsement in English
should be counted from the date of the issue of the new licence or from the date of the assessment.

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ATCO.B.040 Assessment of language proficiency

(a) The demonstration of language proficiency shall be done through a method of assessment
approved by the competent authority, which shall contain:
(1) the process by which an assessment is done;
(2) the qualification of the assessors;
(3) the appeals procedure.
(b) Language assessment bodies shall comply with the requirements established by the competent
authorities according to ATCO.AR.A.010.

AMC1 ATCO.B.040 Assessment of language proficiency

GENERAL
(a) The language proficiency assessment should be designed to reflect the tasks undertaken by air
traffic controllers, but with specific focus on language rather than operational procedures and
knowledge.
(b) The assessment should determine the applicants ability to communicate effectively using visual
and non-visual communication in both routine and non-routine situations.

AMC2 ATCO.B.040 Assessment of language proficiency

ASSESSMENT
(a) The assessment should comprise the following three elements:
(1) listening assessment of comprehension;
(2) speaking assessment of pronunciation, fluency, structure and vocabulary;
(3) interaction.
(b) The switch between phraseology and plain language should be assessed for listening and speaking
proficiency.
(c) When the assessment is not conducted in a face-to-face situation, it should use appropriate
technologies for the assessment of the applicants abilities in listening and speaking, and for
enabling interactions.
(d) In case of revalidation of the language proficiency endorsement, the assessment may be
conducted during training activities or on operational position, with prior notification to the air
traffic controller to be assessed.
(e) Irrespective of the way the assessment is organised, the requirements listed in (a) and (b) as well
as the relevant provisions for language proficiency assessors should be met.

AMC3 ATCO.B.040 Assessment of language proficiency

LANGUAGE PROFICIENCY ASSESSORS
(a) Persons responsible for language proficiency assessment should be suitably trained and qualified.
(b) Language proficiency assessors should undergo regular refresher training on language assessment
skills.
(c) Language proficiency assessors should not conduct language proficiency assessments whenever
their objectivity may be affected.

AMC4 ATCO.B.040 Assessment of language proficiency

CRITERIA FOR THE ACCEPTABILITY OF LANGUAGE ASSESSMENT BODIES
(a) A language assessment body should provide clear information about its organisation and its
relationships with other organisations.

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(b) If a language assessment body is also an air traffic controller training organisation, there should
be a clear and documented separation between the two activities.
(c) The language assessment body should employ a sufficient number of qualified interlocutors and
language proficiency assessors to administer the required tests.
(d) The assessment documentation should include at least the following:
(1) assessment objectives;
(2) assessment layout, timescale, technologies used, assessment samples, voice samples;
(3) assessment criteria and standards (at least for the operational, extended and expert levels
of the rating scale in Appendix 1 to Annex I to Regulation (EU) 2015/340);
(4) documentation demonstrating the assessment validity, relevance and reliability for the
operational and extended levels;
(5) documentation demonstrating the assessment validity, relevance and reliability for the
expert level;
(6) procedures to ensure that language assessments are standardised within the language
assessment body and in the ATC community;
(7) assessment procedures and responsibilities, such as:
preparation of individual assessment;
administration: location(s), identity check and invigilation, assessment discipline,
confidentiality/security;
reporting and documentation provided to the competent authority and/or to the
applicant, including sample certificate; and
retention of documents and records.
(8) The assessment documentation and records should be kept for a period of time determined
by the competent authority and made available to the competent authority upon request.

GM1 ATCO.B.040 Assessment of language proficiency

LANGUAGE PROFICIENCY ASSESSORS
(a) Persons responsible for language proficiency assessment should be either aviation specialists (e.g.
current or former air traffic controllers) or language specialists with additional aviation-related
training. The preferred approach for an assessment would be to form a team consisting of an
operational expert and a language expert.
(b) Language proficiency assessors should be trained in the requirements specific to the language
proficiency assessment, and assessment and interlocution techniques.

GM2 ATCO.B.040 Assessment of language proficiency

Further information can be found in the Manual on the Implementation of ICAO Language Proficiency
Requirements (ICAO Doc 9835) and the Language Testing Criteria for Global Harmonization (ICAO
Cir 318 AN/180).

ATCO.B.045 Language training

(a) Air navigation service providers shall make available language training to maintain the required
level of language proficiency of air traffic controllers to:
(1) holders of language proficiency endorsement at operational level (level four);
(2) licence holders without the opportunity to apply their skills on a regular basis in order to
maintain their language skills.

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(b) Language training may also be made available in the form of continuous training.

AMC1 ATCO.B.045 Language training

(a) Language training should contain communication in a job-related context particularly to handle
abnormal and emergency situations and conduct non-routine coordination with colleagues, crews
and technical staff.
(b) Emphasis should be placed on listening comprehension, speaking interaction and vocabulary
building.

GM1 ATCO.B.045 Language training

While it is true that many licence holders regularly have prolonged and extensive opportunities to
practise and so to maintain their language proficiency, it is also true that a purely routine use of
the language through phraseology, standard procedures and limited social contact only maintains a
restricted core usage of the language which might be quite inadequate for managing unexpected and
abnormal situations.
Research shows that language proficiency erosion (language attrition) occurs rapidly over time; the
lower the initial level, the faster the rate of erosion unless systematic strategies and a high degree of
motivation counter this trend.
It is very well documented that ones language and communicative proficiency, even in ones native
language, deteriorates sharply under stress, therefore, it is recommended that licence holders
participate in available language training.

GM2 ATCO.B.045 Language training

Training for language proficiency skills may be delegated to language training organisations with
knowledge in the field of aviation.

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SUBPART C REQUIREMENTS FOR INSTRUCTORS AND ASSESSORS

SECTION 1
INSTRUCTORS

ATCO.C.001 Theoretical instructors

(a) Theoretical training shall only be carried out by appropriately qualified instructors.
(b) A theoretical instructor is appropriately qualified if he/she:
(1) holds an air traffic controller licence and/or holds a professional qualification appropriate
to the subject being taught and/or has demonstrated adequate knowledge and experience
to the training organisation;
(2) has demonstrated instructional skills to the training organisation.

GM1 ATCO.C.001(b)(1) Theoretical instructors

QUALIFICATION OF THEORETICAL INSTRUCTORS
Professional qualification appropriate to the subject should ensure sufficient level of current knowledge,
which is relevant to the subject and its application in air traffic control.

AMC1 ATCO.C.001(b)(2) Theoretical instructors

INSTRUCTIONAL SKILLS FOR THEORETICAL INSTRUCTORS
A satisfactory demonstration of instructional skills for theoretical instructors should establish
competence at least in the following areas:
(a) lesson objectives are defined and communicated;
(b) subject questions are fully answered;
(c) visual aids are used appropriately;
(d) language is unambiguous;
(e) the lesson is correctly summarised; and
(f) lesson objectives are fulfilled.

ATCO.C.005 Practical instructors

A person shall only carry out practical training when he/she holds an air traffic controller licence with an
on-the-job training instructor (OJTI) endorsement or a synthetic training device instructor (STDI)
endorsement.

ATCO.C.010 On-the-job training instructor (OJTI) privileges

(a) Holders of an OJTI endorsement are authorised to provide practical training and supervision on
operational working positions for which a valid unit endorsement is held and on synthetic training
devices in the ratings held.
(b) Holders of an OJTI endorsement shall only exercise the privileges of the endorsement if they have:
(1) exercised for at least two years the privilege of the rating they will instruct in;
(2) exercised for an immediately preceding period of at least six months the privilege of the
valid unit endorsement, in which instruction will be given;
(3) practised instructional skills in those procedures in which it is intended to provide
instruction.

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(c) The period of two years referred to in point (b)(1) can be shortened to not less than one year by
the competent authority when requested by the training organisation.

GM1 ATCO.C.010(c) On-the-job training instructor (OJTI) privileges

SHORTENING OF THE RATING EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENT FOR OJTI
When assessing the training organisations request for the shortening of the rating experience
requirement for OJTIs, the competent authority should take into account the complexity of the traffic in
the unit where the on-the-job instruction is provided, as well as the impact on the continuity and safety
aspects of the service.

ATCO.C.015 Application for on-the-job training instructor endorsement

Applicants for the issue of an OJTI endorsement shall:
(a) hold an air traffic controller licence with a valid unit endorsement;
(b) have exercised the privileges of an air traffic controller licence for a period of at least two years
immediately preceding the application. This period can be shortened to not less than one year by
the competent authority when requested by the training organisation; and
(c) within the year preceding the application, have successfully completed a practical instructional
techniques course during which the required knowledge and pedagogical skills are taught and
have been appropriately assessed.

GM1 ATCO.C.015(b) Application for on-the-job training instructor endorsement

SHORTENING OF THE LICENCE EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENT FOR OJTI
When assessing the training organisations request for the shortening of the licence experience
requirement for OJTIs, the competent authorities should take into account the complexity of the traffic
in the unit where the on-the-job instruction is provided, as well as the impact on the continuity and
safety aspects of the service.

ATCO.C.020 Validity of on-the-job training instructor endorsement

(a) The OJTI endorsement shall be valid for a period of three years.
(b) The OJTI endorsement may be revalidated by successfully completing refresher training on
practical instructional skills during its validity period, provided that the requirements of
ATCO.C.015(a) and (b) are met.
(c) If the OJTI endorsement has expired, it may be renewed by:
(1) receiving refresher training on practical instructional skills; and
(2) successfully passing a practical instructor competence assessment;
within the year preceding the application for renewal, provided that the requirements of
ATCO.C.015(a) and (b) are met.
(d) In the case of first issue and renewal the period of validity of the OJTI endorsement shall start not
later than 30 days from the date on which the assessment has been successfully completed.
(e) If the requirements of ATCO.C.015(a) and (b) are not met the OJTI endorsement may be
exchanged for an STDI endorsement, provided that compliance with the requirements of
ATCO.C.040(b) and (c) is ensured.

GM1 ATCO.C.020(b) Validity of on-the-job training instructor endorsement

REVALIDATION
(a) Successful completion of the refresher training in practical instructional skills may be verified by
several means, for example by:

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(1) dedicated or continuous assessment;

(2) peer assessment; or
(3) demonstration of the practical instructional skills.
(b) The verification should be undertaken following the completion of the refresher training.

ATCO.C.025 Temporary OJTI authorisation

(a) When compliance with the requirements provided for in ATCO.C.010(b)(2) is not possible, the
competent authority may grant temporary OJTI authorisation based on a safety analysis
presented by the air navigation service provider.
(b) The temporary OJTI authorisation referred to in point (a) may be issued to holders of a valid OJTI
endorsement issued in accordance with ATCO.C.015.
(c) The temporary OJTI authorisation referred to in point (a) shall be limited to the instruction
necessary to cover exceptional situations and its validity shall not exceed one year or the
expiration of the validity of the OJTI endorsement issued in accordance with ATCO.C.015,
whichever occurs sooner.

AMC1 ATCO.C.025(a) Temporary OJTI authorisation

SAFETY ANALYSIS
The safety analysis should specify the reasons for which the relevant unit endorsement requirement
provided for in ATCO.C.010(b)(2) cannot be met and how the equivalent level of safety will be ensured
by other means.

GM1 ATCO.C.025(a) Temporary OJTI authorisation

EXCEPTIONAL SITUATIONS
Exceptional situations for which it may be considered not to be possible to comply with
ATCO.C.010(b)(2) for the purpose of the valid unit endorsement experience, and, therefore, a temporary
OJTI authorisation may be granted, are the following:
(a) establishment of a new ATC unit or new sector for the air navigation service provider;
(b) the continuity of the existing service is endangered due to the non-availability of personnel as a
consequence of a change in the air navigation service provider at the ATC unit;
(c) new rating or rating endorsement put into operation at an ATC unit;
(d) reopening of a temporary ATC unit.

ATCO.C.030 Synthetic training device instructor (STDI) privileges

(a) Holders of an STDI endorsement are authorised to provide practical training on synthetic training
devices:
(1) for subjects of practical nature during initial training;
(2) for unit training other than OJT; and
(3) for continuation training.
Where the STDI is providing pre-OJT, he/she shall hold or have held the relevant unit endorsement.
(b) Holders of an STDI endorsement shall only exercise the privileges of the endorsement if they
have:
(1) at least two years' experience in the rating they will instruct in;
(2) demonstrated knowledge of current operational practices;

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(3) practised instructional techniques in those procedures in which it is intended to provide

instruction.
(c) Notwithstanding point (b)(1)
(1) for the purpose of basic training any rating held is appropriate;
(2) for the purpose of rating training, training may be provided for specific and selected
operational tasks by an STDI holding a rating that is relevant for that specific and selected
operational task.

GM1 ATCO.C.030(a)(1) Synthetic training device instructor (STDI) privileges

SUBJECTS OF PRACTICAL NATURE
Subjects with objectives at taxonomy level 3 or higher, related to Air Traffic Management Basic (ATMB),
are considered of practical nature during initial training.

GM1 ATCO.C.030(c)(2) Synthetic training device instructor (STDI) privileges

PROVISION OF TRAINING FOR SPECIFIC AND SELECTED OPERATIONAL TASKS
Some of the skills required for the two different aerodrome control ratings, for the two different
procedural ratings, as well as for the two different surveillance ratings are the same or similar.
Therefore, instruction not being specific for one rating or the training being for specific and selected
operational tasks that do not require the learner to practise all of the tasks which are normally
associated with a fully operational environment, may be provided by an STDI, having experience of at
least two years in a rating that requires similar skills.

ATCO.C.035 Application for synthetic training device instructor endorsement

Applicants for the issue of an STDI endorsement shall:
(a) have exercised the privileges of an air traffic controller licence in any rating for at least two years;
and
(b) within the year preceding the application have successfully completed a practical instructional
techniques course during which the required knowledge and pedagogical skills are taught using
theoretical and practical methods and have been appropriately assessed.

ATCO.C.040 Validity of synthetic training device instructor endorsement

(a) The STDI endorsement shall be valid for a period of three years.
(b) The STDI endorsement may be revalidated by successfully completing refresher training on
practical instructional skills and on current operational practices during its validity period.
(c) If the STDI endorsement has expired, it may be renewed by:
(1) receiving refresher training on practical instructional skills and on current operational
practices; and
(2) successfully passing a practical instructor competence assessment;
within the year preceding the application for renewal.
(d) In the case of first issue and renewal the period of validity of the STDI endorsement shall start not
later than 30 days from the date on which the assessment has been successfully completed.

GM1 ATCO.C.040(b) Validity of synthetic training device instructor endorsement

REVALIDATION
(a) Successful completion of the refresher training in practical instructional skills and current
operational practices may be verified by several means, for example by:

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(1) dedicated or continuous assessment;

(2) peer assessment; or
(3) demonstration of practical instructional skills.
(b) Current operational practices may be refreshed by transitional and pre-on-the-job training.
(c) The verification should be undertaken following the completion of the refresher training.

SECTION 2
ASSESSORS

ATCO.C.045 Assessor privileges

(a) A person shall only carry out assessments when he/she holds an assessor endorsement.
(b) Holders of an assessor endorsement are authorised to carry out assessments:
(1) during initial training for the issue of a student air traffic controller licence or for the issue
of a new rating and/or rating endorsement, if applicable;
(2) of previous competence for the purpose of ATCO.B.001(d) and ATCO.B.010(b);
(3) of student air traffic controllers for the issue of a unit endorsement and rating
endorsements, if applicable;
(4) of air traffic controllers for the issue of a unit endorsement and rating endorsements, if
applicable, as well as for revalidation and renewal of a unit endorsement;
(5) of applicant practical instructors or applicant assessors when compliance with the
requirements of point (d)(2) to (4) is ensured.
(c) Holders of an assessor endorsement shall only exercise the privileges of the endorsement if they
have:
(1) at least two years' experience in the rating and rating endorsement(s) they will assess in;
and
(2) demonstrated knowledge of current operational practices.
(d) In addition to the requirements set out in point (c), holders of an assessor endorsement shall only
exercise the privileges of the endorsement:
(1) for assessments leading to the issue, revalidation and renewal of a unit endorsement, if
they also hold the unit endorsement associated with the assessment for an immediately
preceding period of at least one year;
(2) for assessing the competence of an applicant for the issue or renewal of an STDI
endorsement, if they hold an STDI or OJTI endorsement and have exercised the privileges of
that endorsement for at least three years;
(3) for assessing the competence of an applicant for the issue or renewal of an OJTI
endorsement, if they hold an OJTI endorsement and have exercised the privileges of that
endorsement for at least three years;
(4) for assessing the competence of an applicant for the issue or renewal of an assessor
endorsement, if they have exercised the privileges of the assessor endorsement for at least
three years.
(e) When assessing for the purpose of issue and renewal of a unit endorsement, and for ensuring
supervision on the operational working position, the assessor shall also hold an OJTI
endorsement, or an OJTI holding the valid unit endorsement associated with the assessment shall
be present.

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AMC1 ATCO.C.045(c)(2) Assessor privileges

DEMONSTRATION OF KNOWLEDGE OF CURRENT OPERATIONAL PRACTICES
The demonstration of knowledge of current operational practices may be achieved by establishing
familiarity with current environment and operational procedures.

ATCO.C.050 Vested interests

Assessors shall not conduct assessments whenever their objectivity may be affected.

ATCO.C.055 Application for assessor endorsement

Applicants for the issue of an assessor endorsement shall:
(a) have exercised the privileges of an air traffic controller licence for at least two years; and
(b) within the year preceding the application have successfully completed an assessor course during
which the required knowledge and skills are taught using theoretical and practical methods, and
have been appropriately assessed.

ATCO.C.060 Validity of assessor endorsement

(a) The assessor endorsement shall be valid for a period of three years.
(b) The assessor endorsement may be revalidated by successfully completing refresher training on
assessment skills and on current operational practices during its validity period.
(c) If the assessor endorsement has expired, it may be renewed by:
(1) receiving refresher training on assessment skills and on current operational practices; and
(2) successfully passing an assessor competence assessment;
within the year preceding the application for renewal.
(d) In the case of first issue and renewal the period of validity of the assessor endorsement shall start
not later than 30 days from the date on which the assessment has been successfully completed.

GM1 ATCO.C.060(b) Validity of assessor endorsement

REVALIDATION
(a) Successful completion of the refresher training in assessment skills and current operational
practices may be verified by several means, for example by:
(1) dedicated or continuous assessment;
(2) peer assessment; or
(3) demonstration of the practical instructional skills.
(b) Current operational practices may be refreshed by transitional and pre-on-the-job training.
(c) The verification should be undertaken following the completion of the refresher training.

ATCO.C.065 Temporary assessor authorisation

(a) When the requirement provided for in ATCO.C.045 (d)(1) cannot be met, the competent authority
may authorise holders of an assessor endorsement issued in accordance with ATCO.C.055 to carry
out assessments referred to in ATCO.C.045(b)(3) and (4) to cover exceptional situations or to
ensure the independence of the assessment, provided that the requirements set out in points (b)
and (c) are met.
(b) For the purpose of covering exceptional situations the holder of the assessor endorsement shall
also hold a unit endorsement with the associated rating and, if applicable, rating endorsement,
relevant to the assessment for an immediately preceding period of at least one year. The

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authorisation shall be limited to the assessments necessary to cover exceptional situations and
shall not exceed one year or the validity of the assessor endorsement issued in accordance with
ATCO.C.055, whichever occurs sooner.
(c) For the purpose of ensuring the independence of the assessment for reasons of recurrent nature
the holder of the assessor endorsement shall also hold a unit endorsement with the associated
rating and, if applicable, rating endorsement, relevant to the assessment for an immediately
preceding period of at least one year. The validity of the authorisation shall be determined by the
competent authority but shall not exceed the validity of the assessor endorsement issued in
accordance with ATCO.C.055.
(d) For issuing a temporary assessor authorisation for the reasons referred to in points (b) and (c) the
competent authority may require a safety analysis to be presented by the air navigation service
provider.

GM1 ATCO.C.065(b) Temporary assessor authorisation

EXCEPTIONAL SITUATIONS
Exceptional situations for which it may be considered not to be possible to comply with
ATCO.C.045(d)(1) for the purpose of the unit endorsement experience, and, therefore, a temporary
assessor authorisation may be granted, are the following:
(a) establishment of a new ATC unit or new sector for the air navigation service provider;
(b) the continuity of the existing service is endangered due to the non-availability of personnel as a
consequence of a change in the air navigation service provider at the ATC unit;
(c) new rating or rating endorsement put into operation at an ATC unit;
(d) reopening of a temporary ATC unit.

GM1 ATCO.C.065(c) Temporary assessor authorisation

INDEPENDENCE OF THE ASSESSMENT
In the case of units not having sufficient number of assessors or if the independence and objectivity of
the assessment from the training process is otherwise endangered, a temporary assessor authorisation
may be granted.

AMC1 ATCO.C.065(d) Temporary assessor authorisation

SAFETY ANALYSIS
The safety analysis should specify the reasons for which the relevant unit endorsement requirement
provided for in ATCO.C.045(d)(1) cannot be met and how the equivalent level of safety will be ensured
by other means.
For the purpose of ensuring the independence of the assessment for reasons of recurrent nature, the
safety analysis performed could encompass the recurrent nature of the need to ensure the
independence of the assessments from the training process and provide a basis for the issue of multiple
temporary authorisations based on the same reason.

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SUBPART D AIR TRAFFIC CONTROLLER TRAINING

SECTION 1
GENERAL REQUIREMENTS

ATCO.D.001 Objectives of air traffic controller training

Air traffic controller training shall cover the entirety of theoretical courses, practical exercises, including
simulation, and on-the-job training required in order to acquire and maintain the skills to deliver safe,
orderly and expeditious air traffic control services.

ATCO.D.005 Types of air traffic controller training

(a) Air traffic controller training shall consist of the following types:
(1) initial training, leading to the issue of a student air traffic controller licence or to the issue
of an additional rating and, if applicable, rating endorsement, providing:

(i) basic : theoretical and practical training designed to impart fundamental

training knowledge and practical skills related to basic operational procedures;

(ii) rating : theoretical and practical training designed to impart knowledge and
training practical skills related to a specific rating and, if applicable, to rating
endorsement;

(2) unit training, leading to the issue of an air traffic controller licence, the issue of a rating
endorsement, the validation of rating(s) or rating endorsement(s) and/or the issue or
renewal of a unit endorsement. It comprises the following phases:
(i) transitional training phase, designed primarily to impart knowledge and
understanding of site-specific operational procedures and task-specific aspects; and
(ii) on-the-job training phase, which is the final phase of unit training during which
previously acquired job-related routines and skills are integrated in practice under
the supervision of a qualified on-the-job training instructor in a live traffic situation.
(iii) In addition to points (i) and (ii), for unit endorsement(s) that require the handling of
complex and dense traffic situations, a pre-on-the-job training phase is required to
enhance the previously acquired rating routines and skills and to prepare for live
traffic situations which may be encountered in that unit;
(3) continuation training, designed to maintain the validity of the endorsements of the licence,
consisting of:
(i) refresher training;
(ii) conversion training, when relevant.
(b) In addition to the types of training referred to in point (a), air traffic controllers may undertake
the following types:
(1) practical instructors' training, leading to the issue, revalidation or renewal of an OJTI or
STDI endorsement;
(2) assessor training, leading to the issue, revalidation or renewal of an assessor endorsement.

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AMC1 ATCO.D.005(a)(2) Types of air traffic controller training

UNIT TRAINING
Unit training should be undertaken by holders of student air traffic controllers licence or holders of air
traffic controllers licence, as appropriate, for:
(a) the issue of an air traffic controller licence with a unit endorsement;
(b) the addition of a unit endorsement in an air traffic controller licence;
(c) the validation of a rating and rating endorsement, if applicable, in an existing licence;
(d) the addition of rating endorsement in an existing licence; and
(e) the renewal of an expired, suspended or revoked unit endorsement, where applicable.

GM1 ATCO.D.005(a)(2)(ii) Types of air traffic controller training

ON-THE-JOB TRAINING
(a) On-the-job training may be supplemented for pedagogical reasons by theoretical instructions and
computer-based training, part-task trainers or any type of simulators aiming at increasing
knowledge, understanding and application of local procedures.
(b) Hours accumulated using these training tools and methods during this phase cannot be counted
towards the minimum duration of on-the-job training established in accordance with
AMC1 ATCO.D.055(b)(6), with the exception of training for procedures unlikely to be encountered
in the operational environment during the training.

SECTION 2
INITIAL TRAINING REQUIREMENTS

ATCO.D.010 Composition of initial training

(a) Initial training, intended for an applicant for a student air traffic controller licence or for the issue
of an additional rating and/or, if applicable, rating endorsement, shall consist of:
(1) basic training, comprising all the subjects, topics and subtopics contained in Appendix 2 of
Annex I; and
(2) rating training, comprising the subjects, topics and subtopics of at least one of the
following:
(i) Aerodrome Control Visual Rating ADV, defined in Appendix 3 of Annex I;
(ii) Aerodrome Control Instrument Rating for Tower ADI (TWR), defined in Appendix 4
of Annex I;
(iii) Approach Control Procedural Rating APP, defined in Appendix 5 of Annex I;
(iv) Area Control Procedural Rating ACP, defined in Appendix 6 of Annex I;
(v) Approach Control Surveillance Rating APS, defined in Appendix 7 of Annex I;
(vi) Area Control Surveillance Rating ACS, defined in Appendix 8 of Annex I.
(b) Training intended for an additional rating shall consist of the subjects, topics and subtopics
applicable to at least one of the ratings established in point (a)(2).
(c) Training intended for the reactivation of a rating following a not successful assessment of
previous competence according to ATCO.B.010(b) shall be tailored according to the result of that
assessment.

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(d) Training intended for a rating endorsement other than ATCO.B.015(a)(3) shall consist of subjects,
topics and subtopics developed by the training organisation and approved as part of the training
course.
(e) Basic and/or rating training may be complemented with subjects, topics and subtopics that are
additional or specific to the Functional Airspace Block (FAB) or to the national environment.

AMC1 ATCO.D.010(a) Composition of initial training

GENERAL
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AMC2 ATCO.D.010(a) Composition of initial training

LIST OF ACRONYMS/INITIALISMS
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AMC2 ATCO.D.010(a)(1) Composition of initial training

BASIC TRAINING SUBJECT OBJECTIVES AND TRAINING OBJECTIVES
[Please find the link to the concerned AMC here]

AMC1 ATCO.D.010(a)(2)(i) Composition of initial training

AERODROME CONTROL VISUAL RATING (ADV) TRAINING SUBJECT OBJECTIVES AND TRAINING
OBJECTIVES
[Please find the link to the concerned AMC here]

AMC1 ATCO.D.010(a)(2)(ii) Composition of initial training

AERODROME CONTROL INSTRUMENT RATING FOR TOWER ADI (TWR) TRAINING SUBJECT OBJECTIVES
AND TRAINING OBJECTIVES
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AMC1 ATCO.D.010(a)(2)(iii) Composition of initial training

APPROACH CONTROL PROCEDURAL RATING (APP) TRAINING SUBJECT OBJECTIVES AND TRAINING
OBJECTIVES
[Please find the link to the concerned AMC here]

AMC1 ATCO.D.010(a)(2)(iv) Composition of initial training

AREA CONTROL PROCEDURAL RATING (ACP) TRAINING SUBJECT OBJECTIVES AND TRAINING
OBJECTIVES
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AMC1 ATCO.D.010(a)(2)(v) Composition of initial training

APPROACH CONTROL SURVEILLANCE RATING (APS) TRAINING SUBJECT OBJECTIVES AND TRAINING
OBJECTIVES
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AMC1 ATCO.D.010(a)(2)(vi) Composition of initial training

AREA CONTROL SURVEILLANCE RATING (ACS) TRAINING SUBJECT OBJECTIVES AND TRAINING
OBJECTIVES
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GM1 ATCO.D.010 Composition of initial training

GENERAL
(a) Initial training consists of basic training which is common to all applicants and rating training of
which there are six different rating syllabi.
(b) Rating training may be commenced before the completion of the basic training.
(c) If an applicant already holds a student air traffic controller licence or an air traffic controller
licence, and there is a requirement for training to achieve an additional rating (and, if relevant,
rating endorsement), the applicant should not repeat the basic training objectives; however,
there is a requirement to achieve the objectives contained within the relevant rating training plus
any additional objectives specific to the local or national environment.

ATCO.D.015 Initial training plan

An initial training plan shall be established by the training organisation and approved by the competent
authority. It shall contain at least:
(a) the composition of the initial training course provided according to ATCO.D.010;
(b) the structure of the initial training provided according to ATCO.D.020(b);
(c) the process for the conduct of the initial training course(s);
(d) the training methods;
(e) minimum and maximum duration of the initial training course(s);
(f) with regard to ATCO.D.010(b), process for adapting the initial training course(s) to take due
account of a successfully completed basic training course;
(g) processes for examinations and assessments according to ATCO.D.025 and ATCO.D.035, as well as
performance objectives according to ATCO.D.030 and ATCO.D.040;
(h) training personnel qualifications, roles and responsibilities;
(i) process for early termination of training;
(j) the appeal process;
(k) identification of records to be kept specific to initial training;
(l) process and reasons for reviewing and amending the initial training plan and its submission to the
competent authority. The review of the initial training plan shall take place at least once every
three years.

ATCO.D.020 Basic and rating training courses

(a) Basic and rating training shall be provided as separate or integrated courses.
(b) Basic and rating training courses or an integrated initial training course shall be developed and
provided by training organisations and approved by the competent authority.
(c) When initial training is provided as an integrated course, a clear distinction shall be made
between the examinations and assessments for:
(1) basic training; and
(2) each rating training.
(d) The successful completion of initial training, or of rating training for the issue of an additional
rating, shall be demonstrated by a certificate issued by the training organisation.
(e) The successful completion of basic training shall be demonstrated by a certificate issued by the
training organisation upon request of the applicant.

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GM1 ATCO.D.020(d) Basic and rating training courses

CERTIFICATE OF COMPLETION OF INITIAL TRAINING
The certificate of completion may take any form and title and may cover multiple candidates.

ATCO.D.025 Basic training examinations and assessment

(a) Basic training courses shall include theoretical examination(s) and assessment(s).
(b) A pass in theoretical examination(s) shall be awarded to an applicant achieving a minimum of
75 % of the marks allocated to that examination.
(c) Assessment(s) of performance objectives as listed in ATCO.D.030 shall be conducted on a part-
task trainer or a simulator.
(d) A pass in assessment(s) shall be awarded to an applicant who consistently demonstrates the
required performance as listed in ATCO.D.030 and shows the behaviour required for safe
operations within the air traffic control service.

ATCO.D.030 Basic training performance objectives

Assessment(s) shall include evaluation of the following performance objectives:
(a) checking and using the working position equipment;
(b) developing and maintaining situational awareness by monitoring traffic and identifying aircraft
when applicable;
(c) monitoring and updating flight data display(s);
(d) maintaining a continuous listening watch on the appropriate frequency;
(e) issuing appropriate clearances, instructions and information to traffic;
(f) using approved phraseology;
(g) communicating effectively;
(h) applying separation;
(i) applying coordination as necessary;
(j) applying the prescribed procedures for the simulated airspace;
(k) detecting potential conflicts between aircraft;
(l) appreciating priority of actions;
(m) choosing appropriate separation methods.

ATCO.D.035 Rating training examinations and assessment

(a) Rating training courses shall include theoretical examination(s) and assessment(s).
(b) A pass in theoretical examination(s) shall be awarded to an applicant achieving a minimum of
75 % of the marks allocated to that examination.
(c) Assessment(s) shall be based on the rating training performance objectives described in
ATCO.D.040.
(d) Assessment(s) shall be conducted on a simulator.
(e) A pass in assessment(s) shall be awarded to an applicant who consistently demonstrates the
required performance described in ATCO.D.040 and shows the behaviour required for safe
operations within the air traffic control service.

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ATCO.D.040 Rating training performance objectives

(a) Rating training performance objectives and performance objective tasks shall be defined for each
rating training course.
(b) Rating training performance objectives shall require an applicant to:
(1) demonstrate the ability to manage air traffic in a manner that ensures safe, orderly and
expeditious services; and
(2) handle complex and dense traffic situations.
(c) In addition to point (b), rating training performance objectives for the Aerodrome Control Visual
(ADV) and Aerodrome Control Instrument (ADI) rating shall ensure that applicants:
(1) manage the workload and provide air traffic services within a defined aerodrome area of
responsibility; and
(2) apply aerodrome control techniques and operational procedures to aerodrome traffic.
(d) In addition to point (b), rating training performance objectives for the Approach Control
Procedural rating shall ensure that applicants:
(1) manage the workload and provide air traffic services within a defined approach control
area of responsibility; and
(2) apply procedural approach control, planning techniques and operational procedures to
arriving, holding, departing and transiting traffic.
(e) In addition to point (b), rating training performance objectives for the Approach Control
Surveillance rating shall ensure that applicants:
(1) manage the workload and provide air traffic services within a defined approach control
area of responsibility; and
(2) apply approach surveillance control, planning techniques and operational procedures to
arriving, holding, departing and transiting traffic.
(f) In addition to point (b), rating training performance objectives for the Area Control Procedural
rating shall ensure that applicants:
(1) manage the workload and provide air traffic services within a defined area control area of
responsibility; and
(2) apply procedural area control, planning techniques and operational procedures to area
traffic.
(g) In addition to point (b), rating training performance objectives for the Area Control Surveillance
rating shall ensure that applicants:
(1) manage the workload and provide air traffic services within a defined area control area of
responsibility; and
(2) apply area surveillance control, planning techniques and operational procedures to area
traffic.

AMC1 ATCO.D.040 Rating training performance objectives

GENERAL
Training organisations should define the detailed performance objectives for each rating training course,
as well as the training scenario.

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GM1 ATCO.D.040 Rating training performance objectives

GENERAL
A list of performance objectives tasks can be found in EUROCONTROLs document ATCO Rating Training
Performance Objectives, Edition 1.0, dated 14.12.2010.

SECTION 3
UNIT TRAINING REQUIREMENTS

ATCO.D.045 Composition of unit training

(a) Unit training shall consist of training course(s) for each unit endorsement established at the ATC
unit as defined in the unit training plan.
(b) The unit endorsement course(s) shall be developed and provided by training organisations
according to ATCO.D.060 and approved by the competent authority.
(c) Unit training shall include training in:
(1) operational procedures;
(2) task-specific aspects;
(3) abnormal and emergency situations; and
(4) human factors.

GM1 ATCO.D.045(a) Composition of unit training

If an applicant undertakes unit endorsement training, and there is a requirement for training to achieve
an additional unit endorsement, the applicant should not repeat the training objectives covered in the
first unit endorsement training; however, the objectives of the additional unit endorsement course(s)
should be achieved.

AMC1 ATCO.D.045(c)(3) Composition of unit training

ABNORMAL AND EMERGENCY SITUATIONS
(a) Training for all identified abnormal and emergency situations should primarily take place on
synthetic training devices.
(b) Training organisations should develop performance objectives for the abnormal and emergency
situation training.
(c) Where a low safety risk for the ATC service provision has been identified and agreed by the
competent authority, training in abnormal and emergency situations may take place by means
other than synthetic training devices.
(d) If the pre-on-the-job training phase is not provided, the abnormal and emergency situation
training should be scenario-based and as realistic as possible while maintaining operational safety.
(e) Checklists for abnormal and emergency situations used in operations should be made available to
the applicant and be available at all times during scenario training.

AMC1 ATCO.D.045(c)(4) Composition of unit training

HUMAN FACTORS
(a) Training organisations should train the applicant during on-the-job training in team resource
management, fatigue management and stress management.
(b) Training organisations should develop performance objectives for team resource management
training.
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(d) Training organisations should develop training objectives for fatigue management and stress
management training.

ATCO.D.050 Prerequisites of unit training

Unit training may only be started by persons who are holders of:
(a) a student air traffic controller licence with the appropriate rating and, if applicable, rating
endorsement; or
(b) an air traffic controller licence with the appropriate rating and, if applicable, rating endorsement;
provided that the requirements set out in ATCO.B.001(d) and ATCO.B.010(b) are met.

ATCO.D.055 Unit training plan

(a) A unit training plan shall be established by the training organisation for each ATC unit and shall be
approved by the competent authority.
(b) The unit training plan shall contain at least:
(1) ratings and endorsements for which the training is conducted;
(2) the structure of the unit training;
(3) the list of unit endorsement course(s) according to ATCO.D.060;
(4) the process for the conduct of a unit endorsement course;
(5) the training methods;
(6) the minimum duration of the unit endorsement course(s);
(7) process for adapting the unit endorsement course(s) to take due account of the acquired
ratings and/or rating endorsements and experience of applicants, when relevant;
(8) processes for demonstrating theoretical knowledge and understanding according to
ATCO.D.065, including the number, frequency and type of, as well as pass marks for
examinations, which shall be a minimum of 75 % of the marks allocated to these
examinations;
(9) processes for the assessment according to ATCO.D.070, including the number and
frequency of assessments;
(10) training personnel qualifications, roles and responsibilities;
(11) process for early termination of training;
(12) the appeal process;
(13) identification of records to be kept specific to the unit training;
(14) a list of identified abnormal and emergency situations specific for each unit endorsement;
(15) process and reasons for reviewing and amending the unit training plan and its submission
to the competent authority. The review of the unit training plan shall take place at least
once every three years.

GM1 ATCO.D.055 Unit training plan

GENERAL
Guidance for the development of unit training plans can be found in EUROCONTROLs documents
Guidelines for the Development of Unit Training Plans, Edition number 1.0, dated 31.08.2005 and
Annex to the Guidelines for the Development of Unit Training Plans: Examples of UTP, Edition 2.0,
dated 10.06.2010.

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GM1 ATCO.D.055(a) Unit training plan

ATC UNIT FOR AERODROME CONTROL FROM A REMOTE TOWER
For the purpose of establishing a unit training plan, a Remote Tower Centre (RTC) may be considered as
one Air Traffic Control (ATC) unit.

GM1 ATCO.D.055(b)(5) Unit training plan

TRAINING METHODS
Training organisations should consider a variety of methods when conducting training leading to a unit
endorsement. Although this list is not exhaustive, such methods could be:
on-the-job;
lecture;
lesson/demonstration;
case study;
computer-based practical exercise;
exercise;
facilitation;
group work;
hands-on;
interactive training;
supervised practices;
part-task practice;
individual simulation;
team simulation;
group simulation;
briefing/debriefing;
structured briefing;
structured debriefing;
virtual classroom;
role play;
skill acquisition;
self-study;
self-test;
resilience training.

AMC1 ATCO.D.055(b)(6) Unit training plan

DURATION OF UNIT ENDORSEMENT COURSES
(a) The on-the-job training instruction as part of the unit endorsement course should be at least of
the duration specified in Annex 1 to the Chicago Convention, Section 4.5.2.2.1(b).
(b) The ratings named in Annex 1 to the Chicago Convention, Section 4.5.2.2.1(b), should be read in
the context of this Regulation:
(1) aerodrome control rating: ADV and ADI ratings;

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(2) approach control procedural rating: APP rating;

(3) approach control surveillance rating: APS rating;
(4) area control procedural rating: ACP rating;
(5) area control surveillance rating: ACS rating.
(c) The approach precision radar control rating in Annex 1 to the Chicago Convention, Section
4.5.2.2.1(b), should be read in the context of this Regulation as APS-PAR rating endorsement
according to ATCO.B.015.

AMC1 ATCO.D.055(b)(14) Unit training plan

DESIRABLE BEHAVIOURS FOR ABNORMAL AND EMERGENCY SITUATIONS
(a) Training organisations should establish desirable behaviours for the identified abnormal and
emergency situations and associate them with established procedures.
(b) Desirable behaviours of the applicants in case of abnormal or emergency situations may be of
technical or non-technical nature.

ATCO.D.060 Unit endorsement course

(a) A unit endorsement course shall be the combination of the relevant unit training phases for the
issue or renewal of a unit endorsement in the licence. Each course shall contain:
(1) a transitional training phase;
(2) an on-the-job training phase.
A pre-on-the-job training phase shall be included, if required, according to ATCO.D.005(a)(2).
(b) The unit training phases referred to in paragraph (a) shall be provided separately or in an
integrated manner.
(c) Unit endorsement courses shall define the syllabus and the performance objectives in accordance
with ATCO.D.045(c) and shall be conducted in accordance with the unit training plan.
(d) Unit endorsement courses that include training for rating endorsement(s) according to
ATCO.B.015 shall be supplemented with additional training that allows for the acquisition of the
concerned rating endorsement skills.
(e) Training intended for a rating endorsement other than ATCO.B.015(a)(3) shall consist of subjects,
subject objectives, topics and subtopics developed by the training organisation and approved as
part of the training course.
(f) Unit endorsement courses undertaken following an exchange of a licence shall be adapted to
include elements of initial training that are specific to the Functional Airspace Block or to the
national environment.

GM1 ATCO.D.060(c) Unit endorsement course

PERFORMANCE OBJECTIVES FOR AIR TRAFFIC CONTROLLERS PROVIDING SERVICES TO AIRCRAFT
CARRYING OUT FLIGHT TESTS
The performance objectives for air traffic controllers providing air traffic control services to aircraft
carrying out flight tests should ensure that applicants manage the workload and provide air traffic
services and apply specific ATC procedures to aircraft carrying out flight tests within a defined
aerodrome, approach control and/or area control area of responsibility.

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GM2 ATCO.D.060(c) Unit endorsement course

ADDITIONAL TRAINING FOR AIR TRAFFIC CONTROLLERS PROVIDING SERVICES TO AIRCRAFT CARRYING
OUT FLIGHT TESTS
In accordance with ATCO.B.020(d), the unit endorsement course for air traffic controllers providing air
traffic control services to aircraft carrying out flight tests may include the following subjects, subject
objectives, topics and subtopics:

Subject 1: INTRODUCTION TO THE COURSE

The subject objective is:

Learners shall know and understand the training programme that they will follow and learn how to
obtain the appropriate information.
TOPIC INTRO 1 COURSE MANAGEMENT
Subtopic INTRO 1.1 Course introduction
Subtopic INTRO 1.2 Course administration
Subtopic INTRO 1.3 Study material and training documentation
TOPIC INTRO 2 INTRODUCTION TO THE ATC TRAINING COURSE
Subtopic INTR 2.1 Course content and organisation
Subtopic INTR 2.2 Training ethos
Subtopic INTR 2.3 Assessment process

Subject 2: SCOPE OF FLIGHT TESTING

The subject objective is:

Learners shall understand the purpose of flight testing and integrate airworthiness issues in the
provision of ATS to flight tests.
TOPIC FT 1 AIRWORTHINESS REQUIREMENTS
Subtopic FT 1.1 Airworthiness codes
Subtopic FT 1.2 Flight test guide for CS aircrafts
Subtopic FT 1.3 Prototypes and concept aircrafts
TOPIC FT 2 TEST AND ACCEPTANCE TRAFFIC ASPECTS
Subtopic FT 2.1 Performance flight testing methods
Subtopic FT 2.2 Handling qualities testing methods
Subtopic FT 2.3 Systems, CNS and on-board safety systems testing methods

Subject 3: REGULATIONS AND EXEMPTIONS

The subject objective is:

Learners shall know, understand and apply the rules of the air and ATM regulations, and the principles
of exemptions regarding the needs of flight test, and also take into account licensing and competence
principles.
TOPIC REG 1 ATC LICENSING/CERTIFICATE OF COMPETENCE
Subtopic REG 1.1 Privileges and conditions
TOPIC REG 2 EXEMPTIONS REGARDING ATM REGULATIONS

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Subtopic REG 2.1 ICAO annexes and rules of the air

Subtopic REG 2.2 ATM regulations regarding airspace
Subtopic REG 2.3 Airworthiness
Subtopic REG 2.4 Flight test exemptions

Subject 4: AIRCRAFT ENVIRONMENT

The subject objective is:

Learners shall know the theory of flight, aircraft subsystems and integrate aircraft performances,
limitations and handling qualities in the provision of ATS to flight tests.
TOPIC ACFT 1 AIRCRAFT FLIGHT DYNAMICS
Subtopic ACFT 1.1 Aircraft control and movement
Subtopic ACFT 1.2 Performance testing
Subtopic ACFT 1.3 Handling qualities
Subtopic ACFT 1.4 Aero-elastic/Flutter stability
Subtopic ACFT 1.5 Flight envelope
Subtopic ACFT 1.6 Helicopter specific dynamics
TOPIC ACFT 2 AIRCRAFT ENGINES
Subtopic ACFT 2.1 The piston engine
Subtopic ACFT 2.2 The turboshaft engine
Subtopic ACFT 2.3 Jet and turbofan
TOPIC ACFT 3 AIRCRAFT SYSTEMS
Subtopic ACFT 3.1 Flight control systems
Subtopic ACFT 3.2 Safety systems
Subtopic ACFT 3.3 Communication and navigation systems

Subject 5: FLIGHT TESTING AIR TRAFFIC MANAGEMENT

The subject objective is:

Learners shall manage air traffic in complete safety, with methods to ensure a satisfactory rate of
success regarding flight testing.
TOPIC FTATM 1 AIR TRAFFIC SERVICES AND AIRSPACE MANAGEMENT
Subtopic FTATM 1.1 Air traffic control (ATC) service
Subtopic FTATM 1.2 Flight information service (FIS)
Subtopic FTATM 1.3 Alerting service
TOPIC FTATM 2 EXEMPTIONS DUE TO TESTING DEMONSTRATIONS
Subtopic FTATM 2.1 Demonstration of compliance with airworthiness regulations
Subtopic FTATM 2.2 Flight test for evaluation of an aircraft
Subtopic FTATM 2.3 Flight test for evaluation of an aircraft subsystem
TOPIC FTATM 3 FLIGHT TEST METHODS IN AERODROME CONTROL AREA
Subtopic FTATM 3.1 Velocity of minimum control on ground

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Subtopic FTATM 3.2 Velocity of minimum unstick

Subtopic FTATM 3.3 Lapse rate take-off
Subtopic FTATM 3.4 Rejected take-off
Subtopic FTATM 3.5 Tower fly-by method
Subtopic FTATM 3.6 Hover manoeuvre methods
Subtopic FTATM 3.7 Landing performances testing methods
Subtopic FTATM 3.8 Other flight testing manoeuvres
TOPIC FTATM 4 FLIGHT TEST METHODS IN APPROACH CONTROL AREA AND IN AREA CONTROL
Subtopic FTATM 4.1 Velocity of minimum control in the air/Stalls
Subtopic FTATM 4.2 Tuning of flight controls protections
Subtopic FTATM 4.3 Autopilot tuning
Subtopic FTATM 4.4 Wind milling/RAM air turbine/Engine relights
Subtopic FTATM 4.5 Trailing pitot static method
Subtopic FTATM 4.6 Lateral and longitudinal stability flights
Subtopic FTATM 4.7 Flight in specific meteorological conditions
Subtopic FTATM 4.8 Supersonic flights
Subtopic FTATM 4.9 Other flight testing various manoeuvres

Subject 6: HUMAN FACTORS

The subject objective is:

Learners shall recognise the necessity to constantly consider the specific human factors influence on
tests activity management.
TOPIC HUM 1 CUSTOMERS RELATIONS AND ORGANISATION
Subtopic HUM 1.1 Stress
Subtopic HUM 1.2 Responsible behaviour
Subtopic HUM 1.3 Violation of rules
TOPIC HUM 2 FLIGHT TEST WORKING METHODS
Subtopic HUM 2.1 Collaborative work within the same area of responsibility
Subtopic HUM 2.2 Collaborative work between different areas of responsibility
Subtopic HUM 2.3 FT-ATCO/CREW cooperation
Subtopic HUM 2.4 Communication
TOPIC HUM 3 FLIGHT TEST SAFETY CONSOLIDATION
Subtopic HUM 3.1 Safety risk assessment
Subtopic HUM 3.2 Experience feedback
Subtopic HUM 3.3 Unusual/Degraded/Emergency situations
Subtopic HUM 3.4 Safety Investigation Branch

Subject 7: METEOROLOGY

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The subject objective is:

Learners shall acquire, decode and make proper use of meteorological information relevant to the
airworthiness issues and the safe provision of ATS to flight tests.
TOPIC MTO 1 METEOROLOGICAL AND AIRWORTHINESS CONCERNS
Subtopic MTO 1.1 Airworthiness meteorological requirements
Subtopic MTO 1.2 Demonstrator flights carrying specific test equipment
Subtopic MTO 1.3 Phases with specific weather conditions (icing, wind, volcano, etc.)

GM3 ATCO.D.060(c) Unit endorsement course

PERFORMANCE OBJECTIVES FOR AIR TRAFFIC CONTROLLERS PROVIDING AERODROME CONTROL
SERVICE FROM A REMOTE TOWER
The performance objectives for air traffic controllers providing aerodrome control service from a remote
tower should ensure, through the use of a Remote Tower Module (RTM), that applicants apply ATC
procedures in a manner that airspace users are not negatively impacted/affected, providing at least the
same level of safety as from a conventional tower.

GM4 ATCO.D.060(c) Unit endorsement course

TRAINING FOR AIR TRAFFIC CONTROLLERS PROVIDING AERODROME CONTROL SERVICE FROM A
REMOTE TOWER
For air traffic controllers providing aerodrome control service from a remote tower, the following
subjects, subject objectives, topics and subtopics should be integrated into the unit endorsement
course:
Subject 1: REMOTE TOWER OPERATION
The subject objective is:
Learners shall acquire knowledge of the concept of remote tower operations, the characteristics of the
operating environment, as well as the functions and limitations of the equipment.
TOPIC RTO 1 INTRODUCTION TO REMOTE TOWER OPERATION
Subtopic RTO 1.1 Operational applications
Subtopic RTO 1.2 Remote Tower Modules (RTMs), Remote Tower Centre (RTC)
Subtopic RTO 1.3 Advanced Visual Features (AVFs) Technologies, if available, to enhance visual
presentation
TOPIC RTO 2 OPERATING ENVIRONMENT
Subtopic RTO 2.1 Configuration of the RTM
Subtopic RTO 2.2 Visual presentation at the RTM, e.g. layout of the visual presentation, end-to-end
delay, orientation, differences in light conditions between the aerodrome and the Out-The-Window
(OTW) visual presentation, use of filters, recognition of dead pixels
Subtopic RTO 2.3 Operating methods
Subtopic RTO 2.4 Set-up and characteristics of the local equipment, including the location of the
cameras
Subtopic RTO 2.5 Familiarisation with the physical aerodrome environment and the different
stakeholders via study visit(s)
Subtopic RTO 2.6 Weather conditions impact on the equipment and on the visual presentation
Subject 2: HUMAN FACTORS
The subject objective is:

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Learners shall appreciate the necessity to consider the specific human factors influence on the remote
provision of aerodrome control service.
Subject 3: ABNORMAL SITUATIONS
The subject objective is:
Learners shall recognise specific abnormal situations and manage their impact.
TOPIC ABN 1 LOSS OF VISUAL PRESENTATION
Subtopic ABN 1.1 Complete loss of visual presentation, e.g. blank screens or frozen presentation
Subtopic ABN 1.2 Visual presentation not being current
TOPIC ABN 2 DEGRADED MODES OF VISUAL PRESENTATION
Subtopic ABN 2.1 Partial loss of visual presentation (e.g. loss of a screen(s) or camera failure)
Subtopic ABN 2.2 Loss or degradation of the labelling system, if available
Subtopic ABN 2.3 Loss or degradation of the zooming functionality and signalling lamp

GM1 ATCO.D.060(d);(e) Unit endorsement course

TRAINING FOR RATING ENDORSEMENTS
Training for rating endorsement(s) as part of the unit endorsement course may be delegated to training
organisations certified for initial training.

ATCO.D.065 Demonstration of theoretical knowledge and understanding

Theoretical knowledge and understanding shall be demonstrated by examinations.

GM1 ATCO.D.065 Demonstration of theoretical knowledge and understanding

METHODS OF EXAMINATION
(a) Oral examinations and/or written/computer-based examinations should be used to demonstrate
the controllers knowledge and understanding.
(1) Oral examinations
The oral examination is used to test the understanding of applicable techniques and the
rules governing them, particularly of unit and national air traffic control procedures.
Scenario-type questioning allows examiners to gather additional evidence of how an
applicant would react in circumstances that are not observable, but are nevertheless
considered important to the overall operation at that ATC unit.
Oral examinations will give a clear indication that the persons undertaking training know
not only what they should be doing, but why they should be doing it. The oral examination
requires considerable skills and it should be undertaken in a way to ensure consistency
among individual examiners.
(2) Written examinations
The written examination is used to test theoretical knowledge and to a lesser degree the
understanding of applicable techniques and the rules governing them, particularly of unit
and national air traffic control procedures. It is easier to administer and to ensure the
consistency of written examinations particularly when using multiple-choice questioning.
Although multiple-choice questioning can test knowledge, it is not appropriate for
determining what a controller would do in a particular operational situation.
Written examinations can also be computer-based.
(b) The most comprehensive method of testing the understanding of the person undertaking training,
contrary to their possession of pure knowledge, would be a combination of written examinations

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that assess the knowledge of unit and national procedures, together with a separate oral
examination which tests the understanding and reactions to operational situations.

ATCO.D.070 Assessments during unit endorsement courses

(a) The applicant's assessment shall be conducted in the operational environment under normal
operational conditions at least once at the end of the on-the-job training.
(b) When the unit endorsement course contains a pre-on-the-job training phase, the applicant's skills
shall be assessed on a synthetic training device at least at the end of this phase.
(c) Notwithstanding point (a), a synthetic training device may be used during a unit endorsement
assessment to demonstrate the application of trained procedures not encountered in the
operational environment during the assessment.

GM1 ATCO.D.070 Assessments during unit endorsement courses

(a) DEDICATED ASSESSMENTS
(1) A dedicated assessment should be carried out for the issue or renewal of a unit
endorsement.
(2) A dedicated assessment may consist of a single assessment or a series of assessments, as
detailed in the unit training plan.
(3) To conduct a dedicated assessment, the assessor(s) should sit with the applicant with the
purpose of observing the quality and assessing the standard of work being carried out and,
if also acting as OJTI at the same time, to maintain a safe, orderly and expeditious flow of
air traffic.
(4) The applicant concerned should be briefed on the conduct of the assessment.
(5) For those situations where an applicants performance cannot be observed at the time of
the assessment (e.g. low visibility operations, snow clearing, military activity, etc.), the
assessment may be supplemented by synthetic training device sessions and oral
examination.
(6) Dedicated assessments may also be conducted at any stage of training as detailed in the
unit training plan, where a more definitive measure of the progress is required, for example
after 50 hours of practical training.
(b) CONTINUOUS ASSESSMENT
(1) Continuous assessment may be performed by the assessor observing the standard of the air
traffic control service provided by those whose competence he/she will certify as he/she
works with them during unit training or normal operational duties.
(2) In cases where the assessors have not had sufficient contact with the applicant to
adequately assess his/her performance, they will not certify the applicants competence
until they have conducted a dedicated practical assessment. The applicant concerned must
be advised that a dedicated practical assessment is to be conducted.
(c) ORAL EXAMINATION
(1) The oral examination is used to test the understanding of applicable techniques and the
rules governing them, particularly of unit and national air traffic control procedures.
Scenario-type questioning allows the examiners to gather additional evidence of how an
applicant would react in circumstances that are not observable, but are nevertheless
considered important to the overall operation at that ATC unit.
(2) The oral examination will give a clear indication that the applicant knows not only what
he/she should be doing, but why he/she should be doing it. It requires considerable skills
and it should be undertaken in a way to ensure consistency among individual examiners.

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SECTION 4
CONTINUATION TRAINING REQUIREMENTS

ATCO.D.075 Continuation training

Continuation training shall consist of refresher and conversion training courses and shall be provided
according to the requirements contained in the unit competence scheme according to ATCO.B.025.

ATCO.D.080 Refresher training

(a) Refresher training course(s) shall be developed and provided by training organisations and
approved by the competent authority.
(b) Refresher training shall be designed to review, reinforce or enhance the existing knowledge and
skills of air traffic controllers to provide a safe, orderly and expeditious flow of air traffic and shall
contain at least:
(1) standard practices and procedures training, using approved phraseology and effective
communication;
(2) abnormal and emergency situations training, using approved phraseology and effective
communication; and
(3) human factors training.
(c) A syllabus for the refresher training course shall be defined, and where a subject refreshes skills of
air traffic controllers, performance objectives shall also be developed.

AMC1 ATCO.D.080 Refresher training

EXAMINATIONS AND ASSESSMENTS
Refresher topics should be examined or assessed using the processes described in the unit competence
scheme.

GM1 ATCO.D.080 Refresher training

REFRESHER TRAINING SUBJECTS
Topics for refresher training subjects may include rarely used procedures and practices, such as
seasonally dependent procedures, trends and observations from occurrence reports and results of
normal operations safety surveys.

GM2 ATCO.D.080 Refresher training

REFRESHER TRAINING STRUCTURE
Refresher training may be developed and structured in accordance with the established duration of the
unit endorsement it refreshes. This may mean structuring the refresher training in modular fashion. For
instance, training in standard practices and procedures, abnormal and emergency situations and human
factors may be given separately or integrated into any other modules.

GM3 ATCO.D.080 Refresher training

GENERAL
Guidance for the development of refresher training courses can be found in EUROCONTROLs document
ATC Refresher Training Manual, Edition 1.0., dated 06.03.2015.

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GM1 ATCO.D.080(b) Refresher training

TRAINING FOR AIR TRAFFIC CONTROLLERS PROVIDING AERODROME CONTROL SERVICE FROM A
REMOTE TOWER
For air traffic controllers providing aerodrome control service from a remote tower, the refresher
training should include familiarisation with the physical aerodrome environment and the different
stakeholders via study visit(s).

AMC1 ATCO.D.080(b)(1);(2) Refresher training

PHRASEOLOGY TRAINING
Training organisations should develop objectives for phraseology.

AMC2 ATCO.D.080(b)(2) Refresher training

ABNORMAL SITUATION AND EMERGENCY TRAINING
Abnormal situation and emergency training should be designed to expose air traffic controllers to
circumstances and situations which they do not habitually or commonly experience.
The essential difference from an emergency situation is that the element of danger or serious risk is not
necessarily present in an abnormal situation.

GM1 ATCO.D.080(b)(1);(2) Refresher training

EFFECTIVE COMMUNICATION
Communication misunderstanding is present in many air traffic occurrences and the consistent use of
approved phraseology is designed to mitigate such occurrences.
For the purpose of refresher training, emphasis is, therefore, put on effective communication, including
the use of approved phraseology, both for the use of standard practices and procedures and for
abnormal and emergency situations training.
Effective communication should make use of a variety of communication modes, including the use of
appropriate phraseology and radio communication.
Phraseology and radio communication training is part of the linguistic training according to ICAO; radio
communication phraseology samples offer learning opportunities and foster harmonisation.

AMC1 ATCO.D.080(b)(3) Refresher training

HUMAN FACTORS
(a) Training organisations should train air traffic controllers at least in team resource management,
fatigue management and stress management.
(b) The team resource management training may also make use of STD and/or occurrence case
studies.

ATCO.D.085 Conversion training

(a) Conversion training course(s) shall be developed and provided by training organisations and
approved by the competent authority.
(b) Conversion training shall be designed to provide knowledge and skills appropriate to a change in
the operational environment and shall be provided by training organisations when the safety
assessment of the change concludes the need for such training.
(c) Conversion training courses shall include the determination of:
(1) the appropriate training method for and duration of the course, taking into account the
nature and extent of the change; and
(2) the examination and/or assessment methods for the conversion training.

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(d) Conversion training shall be provided before air traffic controllers exercise the privileges of their
licence in the changed operational environment.

GM1 ATCO.D.085 Conversion training

TRAINING FOR AIR TRAFFIC CONTROLLERS PROVIDING AERODROME CONTROL SERVICE FROM A
REMOTE TOWER
When converting from a conventional tower to a remote tower, the conversion training for air traffic
controllers providing aerodrome control service from a remote tower should at least include the
subjects, subject objectives, topics and subtopics as specified in GM4 ATCO.D.060(c).
When converting from a remote tower to a conventional tower, the training organisation should
consider possible additional training needs, if appropriate, required by the change of operational
environment.

SECTION 5
TRAINING OF INSTRUCTORS AND ASSESSORS

ATCO.D.090 Training of practical instructors

(a) Training of practical instructors shall be developed and provided by training organisations and
shall consist of:
(1) a practical instructional techniques course for OJTI and/or STDI, including an assessment;
(2) a refresher training course on practical instructional skills;
(3) a method(s) for assessing the competence of practical instructors.
(b) The training courses and assessment methods referred to in point (a) shall be approved by the
competent authority.

AMC1 ATCO.D.090(a)(1) Training of practical instructors

SYNTHETIC TRAINING DEVICES USED FOR OJTI TRAINING
For the training of on-the-job training instructors, a part-task trainer or a simulator should be used.
If the synthetic training environment does not correspond to the rating of the intended instructional
environment, the applicant should practise the instructional skills in those procedures in which it is
intended to provide instruction for at least one day before being assessed.

AMC2 ATCO.D.090(a)(1) Training of practical instructors

ASSESSMENT OF INSTRUCTIONAL TECHNIQUES FOR PRACTICAL INSTRUCTORS
A successful assessment of instructional techniques for practical instructors should establish
competence at least in the following areas:
(a) regulatory impact on air traffic controller training;
(b) human factors impact on air traffic controller training;
(c) determination of the background and experience of the person undertaking training;
(d) determination of the current level of ability of the person undertaking training;
(e) conduct of a pre-session briefing;
(f) planning and conduct of the training session;
(g) demonstration and explanation of the tasks;
(h) monitoring of the training session;
(i) management of interventions correctly, including error correction;

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(j) evaluation of the performance of the person undertaking training;

(k) debrief of the person undertaking training;
(l) furnishing of written reports on the performance of the person undertaking training;
(m) taking appropriate follow-up action towards resolving training problems;
(n) techniques of pausing clocks; and
(o) knowledge of technical facilities/environment.

AMC1 ATCO.D.090(a)(2) Training of practical instructors

REFRESHER TRAINING IN PRACTICAL INSTRUCTIONAL SKILLS
Refresher training in practical instructional skills should prevent knowledge and skills erosion, and, for
the training of STDIs, it should be designed to maintain awareness of the current operational practices.

AMC1 ATCO.D.090(a)(3) Training of practical instructors

PRACTICAL INSTRUCTOR COMPETENCE ASSESSMENT
The practical instructor competence assessment for an OJTI may be undertaken either in live operations
or on a synthetic training device.
The practical instructor competence assessment for an STDI should be undertaken on a synthetic
training device.

GM1 ATCO.D.090 Training of practical instructors

PRACTICAL INSTRUCTIONAL TECHNIQUES COURSE FOR OJTIS
Further information regarding the practical instructional techniques course for OJTIs can be found in
EUROCONTROLs document Guidelines for ATCO Development Training OJTI Course Syllabus,
Edition 2.0, dated 27.08.2009.

ATCO.D.095 Training of assessors

(a) Training of assessors shall be developed and provided by training organisations and shall consist
of:
(1) an assessor training course, including an assessment;
(2) a refresher training course on assessment skills;
(3) a method(s) for assessing the competence of assessors.
(b) The training courses and the assessment method referred to in point (a) shall be approved by the
competent authority.

AMC1 ATCO.D.095(a)(1) Training of assessors

ASSESSOR TRAINING COURSE
A successful assessment for the purpose of the assessor training course should establish competence at
least in the following areas of assessment knowledge and techniques:
(a) regulatory environment and legal obligations;
(b) types of assessment and their application;
(c) performance objectives constituting air traffic controller competence;
(d) conditions of assessments to create reliable results;
(e) processing of assessments and administrative procedures;
(f) giving verbal feedback and writing assessment reports;

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(g) vested interests and code of conduct;

(h) accurately assessing competence against the performance objectives;
(i) developing a good questioning technique and designing questions appropriate to the assessment.

AMC2 ATCO.D.095(a)(1) Training of assessors

ASSESSMENT OF ASSESSOR COMPETENCE
The assessment of assessor competence should focus on the application of the skills of an assessor. The
skills should represent at least a subset of the competences taught during the assessor training course.

AMC1 ATCO.D.095(a)(2) Training of assessors

REFRESHER TRAINING IN ASSESSMENT SKILLS
Refresher training in assessment skills should prevent knowledge and skills erosion and it should be
designed to maintain skills in assessment techniques and awareness of the regulatory environment.

GM1 ATCO.D.095(a)(3) Training of assessors

ASSESSMENT OF ASSESSOR COMPETENCE
The level of harmonisation on competence assessment is low as a result of the variety of methods. Any
assessment of assessor competence should be realistic and it could take place during live traffic
situations or during training.

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APPENDIX 1 OF ANNEX I
AMC1 ATCO.D.010(a)(1) Composition of initial training - content

Language proficiency rating scale: expert, extended and operational levels

Level Pronunciation Structure Vocabulary Fluency Comprehension Interactions
Uses a dialect and/or Relevant grammatical
accent intelligible to the structures and
aeronautical community sentence patterns are
determined by
language functions
appropriate to the
task

Expert Pronunciation, Both basic and Vocabulary range Able to speak at Comprehension is Interacts with ease
stress, rhythm and complex and accuracy are length with a consistently in nearly all
6
intonation, though grammatical sufficient to natural, effortless accurate in nearly situations. Is
possibly influenced structures and communicate flow. Varies all contexts and sensitive to verbal
by the first language sentence patterns effectively on a speech flow for includes and non-verbal
or regional are consistently wide variety of stylistic effect, e.g. comprehension of cues, and
variation, almost well controlled. familiar and to emphasise a linguistic and responds to them
never interfere with unfamiliar topics. point. Uses cultural subtleties. appropriately.
ease of Vocabulary is appropriate
understanding. idiomatic, discourse markers
nuanced, and and connectors
sensitive to spontaneously
register.

Extended Pronunciation, Basic grammatical Vocabulary range Able to speak at Comprehension is Responses are
stress, rhythm and structures and and accuracy are length with accurate on immediate,
5
intonation, though sentence patterns sufficient to relative ease on common, concrete, appropriate, and
influenced by the are consistently communicate familiar topics, but and work-related informative.

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Level Pronunciation Structure Vocabulary Fluency Comprehension Interactions

Uses a dialect and/or Relevant grammatical
accent intelligible to the structures and
aeronautical community sentence patterns are
determined by
language functions
appropriate to the
task
first language or well controlled. effectively on may not vary topics and mostly Manages the
regional variation, Complex common, speech flow as a accurate when the speaker/listener
rarely interfere with structures are concrete, and stylistic device. speaker is relationship
ease of attempted but work-related Can make use of confronted with a effectively.
understanding. with errors which topics. appropriate linguistic or
sometimes Paraphrases discourse markers situational
interfere with consistently and or connectors. complication or an
meaning. successfully. unexpected turn of
Vocabulary is events. Is able to
sometimes comprehend a
idiomatic. range of speech
varieties (dialect
and/or accent) or
registers.

Operational Pronunciation, Basic grammatical Vocabulary range Produces Comprehension is Responses are
stress, rhythm and structures and and accuracy are stretches of mostly accurate on usually immediate,
4
intonation are sentence patterns usually sufficient language at an common, concrete, appropriate, and
influenced by the are used creatively to communicate appropriate and work-related informative.
first language or and are usually effectively on tempo. There may topics when the Initiates and
regional variation well controlled. common, be occasional loss accent or variety maintains
but only sometimes Errors may occur, concrete, and of fluency on used is sufficiently exchanges even
interfere with ease particularly in work-related transition from intelligible for an when dealing with
of understanding. unusual or topics. Can often rehearsed or international an unexpected
unexpected paraphrase formulaic speech community of users. turn of events.

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Level Pronunciation Structure Vocabulary Fluency Comprehension Interactions

Uses a dialect and/or Relevant grammatical
accent intelligible to the structures and
aeronautical community sentence patterns are
determined by
language functions
appropriate to the
task
circumstances, but successfully when to spontaneous When the speaker is Deals adequately
rarely interfere lacking vocabulary interaction, but confronted with a with apparent
with meaning. in unusual or this does not linguistic or misunderstandings
unexpected prevent effective situational by checking,
circumstances. communication. complication or an confirming, or
Can make limited unexpected turn of clarifying.
use of discourse events,
markers or comprehension may
connectors. Fillers be slower or require
are not distracting. clarification
strategies.

Language proficiency rating scale: pre-operational, elementary and pre-elementary levels

Level Pronunciation Structure Vocabulary Fluency Comprehension Interactions
Uses a dialect and/or Relevant grammatical
accent intelligible to the structures and
aeronautical community sentence patterns are
determined by
language functions
appropriate to the
task

Pre-operational Pronunciation, Basic grammatical Vocabulary range Produces Comprehension is Responses are
stress, rhythm and structures and and accuracy are stretches of often accurate on sometimes
3
intonation are sentence patterns often sufficient to language, but common, concrete, immediate,

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Level Pronunciation Structure Vocabulary Fluency Comprehension Interactions

Uses a dialect and/or Relevant grammatical
accent intelligible to the structures and
aeronautical community sentence patterns are
determined by
language functions
appropriate to the
task
influenced by the associated with communicate on phrasing and and work-related appropriate, and
first language or predictable common, pausing are often topics when the informative. Can
regional variation situations are not concrete, or work- inappropriate. accent or variety initiate and
and frequently always well related topics but Hesitations or used is sufficiently maintain
interfere with ease controlled. Errors range is limited slowness in intelligible for an exchanges with
of understanding. frequently and the word language international reasonable ease
interfere with choice often processing may community of users. on familiar topics
meaning. inappropriate. Is prevent effective May fail to and in predictable
often unable to communication. understand a situations.
paraphrase Fillers are linguistic or Generally
successfully when sometimes situational inadequate when
lacking distracting. complication or an dealing with an
vocabulary. unexpected turn of unexpected turn
events. of events.

Elementary Pronunciation, Shows only limited Limited vocabulary Can produce very Comprehension is Response time is
stress, rhythm and control of a few range consisting short, isolated, limited to isolated, slow, and often
2
intonation are simple memorised only of isolated memorised memorised phrases inappropriate.
heavily influenced grammatical words and utterances with when they are Interaction is
by the first language structures and memorised frequent pausing carefully and slowly limited to simple
or regional variation sentence patterns. phrases. and a distracting articulated. routine exchanges.
and usually use of fillers to
interfere with ease search for
of understanding. expressions and to
articulate less

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Level Pronunciation Structure Vocabulary Fluency Comprehension Interactions

Uses a dialect and/or Relevant grammatical
accent intelligible to the structures and
aeronautical community sentence patterns are
determined by
language functions
appropriate to the
task
familiar words.

Pre-elementary Performs at a level Performs at a level Performs at a level Performs at a level Performs at a level Performs at a level
below the below the below the below the below the below the
1
Elementary level. Elementary level. Elementary level. Elementary level. Elementary level. Elementary level.

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APPENDIX 2 OF ANNEX I
BASIC TRAINING
Subjects, topics and subtopics from Appendix 2 to Annex I to Commission Regulation (EU) 2015/340 are
available in AMC1 ATCO.D.010(a)(1) Composition of initial training - BASIC TRAINING together with the
respective subject objectives and training objectives, for the convenience of the reader.
[Please find the link to the concerned AMC here]

APPENDIX 3 OF ANNEX I
AERODROME CONTROL VISUAL RATING (ADV) TRAINING
Subjects, topics and subtopics from Appendix 3 to Annex I to Commission Regulation (EU) 2015/340 are
available in AMC1 ATCO.D.010(a)(2)(i) Composition of initial training - AERODROME CONTROL VISUAL
RATING (ADV) TRAINING together with the respective subject objectives and training objectives, for the
convenience of the reader.
[Please find the link to the concerned AMC here]

APPENDIX 4 OF ANNEX I
AERODROME CONTROL INSTRUMENT RATING FOR TOWER ADI (TWR) TRAINING
Subjects, topics and subtopics from Appendix 4 to Annex I to Commission Regulation (EU) 2015/340 are
available in AMC1 ATCO.D.010(a)(2)(ii) Composition of initial training - AERODROME CONTROL
INSTRUMENT RATING FOR TOWER ADI (TWR) TRAINING together with the respective subject objectives
and training objectives, for the convenience of the reader.
[Please find the link to the concerned AMC here]

APPENDIX 5 OF ANNEX I
APPROACH CONTROL PROCEDURAL RATING (APP) TRAINING
Subjects, topics and subtopics from Appendix 5 to Annex I to Commission Regulation (EU) 2015/340 are
available in AMC1 ATCO.D.010(a)(2)(iii) Composition of initial training - APPROACH CONTROL
PROCEDURAL RATING (APP) TRAINING together with the respective subject objectives and training
objectives, for the convenience of the reader.
[Please find the link to the concerned AMC here]

APPENDIX 6 OF ANNEX I
AREA CONTROL PROCEDURAL RATING (ACP)
Subjects, topics and subtopics from Appendix 6 to Annex I to Commission Regulation (EU) 2015/340 are
available in AMC1 ATCO.D.010(a)(2)(iv) Composition of initial training - AREA CONTROL PROCEDURAL
RATING (ACP) TRAINING together with the respective subject objectives and training objectives, for the
convenience of the reader.
[Please find the link to the concerned AMC here]

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APPENDIX 7 OF ANNEX I
APPROACH CONTROL SURVEILLANCE RATING (APS)
Subjects, topics and subtopics from Appendix 7 to Annex I to Commission Regulation (EU) 2015/340 are
available in AMC1 ATCO.D.010(a)(2)(v) Composition of initial training - APPROACH CONTROL
SURVEILLANCE RATING (APS) TRAINING together with the respective subject objectives and training
objectives, for the convenience of the reader.
[Please find the link to the concerned AMC here]

APPENDIX 8 OF ANNEX I
AREA CONTROL SURVEILLANCE RATING (ACS)
Subjects, topics and subtopics from Appendix 8 to Annex I to Commission Regulation (EU) 2015/340 are
available in AMC1 ATCO.D.010(a)(2)(vi) Composition of initial training - AREA CONTROL SURVEILLANCE
RATING (ACS) TRAINING together with the respective subject objectives and training objectives, for the
convenience of the reader.
[Please find the link to the concerned AMC here]

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ANNEX II

PART ATCO.AR
REQUIREMENTS FOR COMPETENT AUTHORITIES

SUBPART A GENERAL REQUIREMENTS

ATCO.AR.A.001 Scope
This Part, set out in this Annex, establishes the administrative requirements applicable to the competent
authorities with responsibility for the issue, maintenance, suspension or revocation of licences, ratings,
endorsements and medical certificates for air traffic controllers and certification and oversight of
training organisations and aero-medical centres.

ATCO.AR.A.005 Personnel
(a) Competent authorities shall produce and update every two years an assessment of the human
resources needed to perform their oversight functions, based on the analysis of the processes
required by this Regulation and their application.
(b) Personnel authorised by the competent authority to carry out certification and/or oversight tasks
shall be empowered to perform as a minimum the following tasks:
(1) examine documents, including licences, certificates, records, data, procedures and any
other material relevant to the execution of the required task;
(2) take copies of or extracts from such records, data, procedures and other material;
(3) ask for an explanation;
(4) enter relevant premises and operating sites;
(5) perform audits and inspections, including unannounced inspections;
(6) take or initiate enforcement measures as appropriate.
(c) The competent authority may authorise its personnel to conduct assessments leading to the
issue, revalidation and renewal of a unit endorsement provided that they meet the requirements
set out in ATCO.C.045, with the exception of point (d)(1). Familiarity with the current operational
practices and procedures of the unit, where the assessment is taking place, shall however be
ensured.

GM1 ATCO.AR.A.005(c) Personnel

GENERAL
When competent authority personnel is authorised to conduct assessments for the issue and renewal of
a unit endorsement who:
(a) do not hold the unit endorsement associated with the assessment, or
(b) hold the unit endorsement associated with the assessment without an OJTI endorsement,
an OJTI holding the valid unit endorsement associated with the assessment should be present to ensure
supervision on the operational working position.

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ATCO.AR.A.010 Tasks of the competent authorities

(a) The tasks of the competent authorities shall include:
(1) the issue, suspension and revocation of licences, ratings, endorsements and of medical
certificates;
(2) the issue of temporary OJTI authorisations according to ATCO.C.025;
(3) the issue of temporary assessor authorisations according to ATCO.C.065;
(4) the revalidation and renewal of endorsements;
(5) the revalidation, renewal and limitation of medical certificates following referral by the
AME or AeMC;
(6) the issue, revalidation, renewal, suspension, revocation, limitation and change of aero-
medical examiner certificates;
(7) the issue, suspension, revocation and limitation of training organisation certificates and of
the certificates of aero-medical centres;
(8) the approval of training courses, plans and unit competence schemes, as well as
assessment methods;

(9) the approval of the assessment method for the demonstration of language proficiency and
the establishment of requirements applicable to language assessment bodies according to
ATCO.B.040;
(10) the approval of the need for the extended level (level five) language proficiency in
accordance with ATCO.B.030(d);
(11) the monitoring of training organisations, including their training courses and plans;

(12) the approval and monitoring of the unit competence schemes;

(13) the establishment of appropriate appeal procedures and notification mechanisms;
(14) facilitating the recognition and exchange of licences, including the transfer of the records of
air traffic controllers and return of the old licence to the issuing competent authority
according to ATCO.A.010;
(15) facilitating the recognition of training organisation certificates and course approvals.

ATCO.AR.A.015 Means of compliance

(a) The Agency shall develop Acceptable Means of Compliance (AMC) that may be used to establish
compliance with Regulation (EC) No 216/2008 and its implementing rules. When AMC are
complied with, the related requirements of the implementing rules are met.
(b) Alternative means of compliance may be used to establish compliance with the implementing
rules.
(c) The competent authority shall establish a system to consistently evaluate that all alternative
means of compliance used by itself or by organisations and persons under its oversight allow the
establishment of compliance with Regulation (EC) No 216/2008 and its implementing rules.
(d) The competent authority shall evaluate all alternative means of compliance proposed by an
organisation in accordance with ATCO.OR.B.005 by analysing the documentation provided and, if
considered necessary, conducting an inspection of the organisation.

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When the competent authority finds that the alternative means of compliance are in accordance
with the implementing rules, it shall without undue delay:
(1) notify the applicant that the alternative means of compliance may be implemented and, if
applicable, amend the approval or certificate of the applicant accordingly;
(2) notify the Agency of their content, including copies of all relevant documentation; and
(3) inform other Member States about alternative means of compliance that were accepted.
(e) When the competent authority itself uses alternative means of compliance to achieve compliance
with Regulation (EC) No 216/2008 and its implementing rules it shall:
(1) make them available to all organisations and persons under its oversight; and
(2) notify the Agency without undue delay.
The competent authority shall provide the Agency with a full description of the alternative means
of compliance, including any revisions to procedures that may be relevant, as well as an
assessment demonstrating that the implementing rules are met.

AMC1 ATCO.AR.A.015(d)(3) Means of compliance

GENERAL
The information to be provided to other Member States following approval of an alternative means of
compliance should contain a reference to the Acceptable Means of Compliance (AMC) to which such
means of compliance provides an alternative, as well as a reference to the corresponding Implementing
Rule of Regulation (EC) No 216/2008 indicating as applicable the subparagraph(s) covered by the
alternative means of compliance.

GM1 ATCO.AR.A.015 Means of compliance

GENERAL
Alternative means of compliance used by a competent authority or by organisations under its oversight
may be used by other competent authorities or organisations only if processed again in accordance with
ATCO.AR.A.015(d) and (e).

ATCO.AR.A.020 Information to the Agency

(a) The competent authority shall without undue delay notify the Agency in case of any significant
problems with the implementation of Regulation (EC) No 216/2008 and this Regulation.
(b) The competent authority shall provide the Agency with safety-significant information stemming
from the occurrence reports it has received.

GM1 ATCO.AR.A.020(b) Information to the Agency

MEANING OF SAFETY-SIGNIFICANT INFORMATION STEMMING FROM OCCURRENCE REPORTS
The following should be considered safety-significant information from occurrence reports:
(a) conclusive safety analyses that summarise individual occurrence data and provide an in-depth
assessment of the safety issue. These safety analyses can be used for Agency rulemaking or for
safety promotion activities such as the European Aviation Safety Plan; and
(b) individual occurrence data where the Agency is the competent authority.

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ATCO.AR.A.025 Immediate reaction to a safety problem

(a) Without prejudice to Regulation (EU) No 376/2014 of the European Parliament and of the
Council1, the competent authority shall implement a system to appropriately collect, analyse and
disseminate safety information.
(b) The Agency shall implement a system to appropriately analyse any relevant safety information
received and without undue delay provide to Member States and the Commission any
information, including recommendations or corrective actions to be taken, necessary for them to
react in a timely manner to a safety problem involving products, parts, appliances, persons or
organisations subject to Regulation (EC) No 216/2008 and its implementing rules.
(c) Upon receiving the information referred to in points (a) and (b), the competent authority shall
take adequate measures to address the safety problem.
(d) Measures taken in accordance with point (c) shall immediately be notified to all persons or
organisations which need to comply with them under Regulation (EC) No 216/2008 and its
implementing rules. The competent authority shall also notify those measures to the Agency and,
when combined action is required, to the other Member States concerned.

1
Regulation (EU) No 376/2014 of the European Parliament and of the Council of 3 April 2014 on the
reporting, analysis and follow-up of occurrences in civil aviation, amending Regulation (EU) No 996/2010
of the European Parliament and of the Council and repealing Directive 2003/42/EC of the European
Parliament and of the Council and Commission Regulations (EC) No 1321/2007 and (EC) No 1330/2007 (OJ
L 122, 24.4.2014, p. 1843).

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SUBPART B MANAGEMENT

ATCO.AR.B.001 Management system

(a) The competent authority shall establish and maintain a management system, including as a
minimum:
(1) documented policies and procedures to describe its organisation, means and methods to
achieve compliance with Regulation (EC) No 216/2008 and this Regulation. The procedures
shall be kept up to date and serve as the basic working documents within that competent
authority for all related tasks;
(2) a sufficient number of personnel, including licensing and certification inspectors, to
perform its tasks and discharge its responsibilities. Such personnel shall be qualified to
perform their allocated tasks and have the necessary knowledge, experience, initial, on-the-
job and recurrent training to ensure continuing competence. A system shall be in place to
plan the availability of personnel in order to ensure the proper completion of all related
tasks;
(3) adequate facilities and office accommodation to perform the allocated tasks;
(4) a function to monitor compliance of the management system with the relevant
requirements and adequacy of the procedures, including the establishment of an internal
audit process and a safety risk management process. Compliance monitoring shall include a
feedback system of audit findings to the senior management of the competent authority to
ensure implementation of corrective actions as necessary; and
(5) a person or group of persons ultimately responsible to the senior management of the
competent authority for the compliance monitoring function.
(b) The competent authority shall, for each field of activity included in the management system,
appoint one or more persons with the overall responsibility for the management of the relevant
task(s).
(c) The competent authority shall establish procedures for the participation in the exchange of all
necessary information and assistance with other competent authorities concerned, including
information exchange on all findings raised and follow-up actions taken as a result of oversight of
persons and organisations exercising activities in the territory of a Member State, but certified by
the competent authority of another Member State or the Agency.
(d) A copy of the procedures related to the management system and their amendments shall be
made available to the Agency for the purpose of standardisation.

AMC1 ATCO.AR.B.001(a)(2) Management system

TRAINING PROGRAMME AND RECURRENT TRAINING
(a) The competent authority should establish a training programme for its personnel and a plan for
its implementation. The training programme should include, as appropriate to the role, current
knowledge, experience and skills of the personnel, at least the following:
(1) organisation and structure of the aviation legislation;
(2) the Chicago Convention, its relevant annexes and documents, the applicable requirements
of Regulation (EC) No 216/2008, its Implementing Rules and related Acceptable Means of
Compliance, Certification Specifications and Guidance Material, as well as assessment
methodology of the alternative means of compliance and the applicable national
legislation;
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(4) areas of particular interest.

(b) The training programme and plan should be updated, as needed, to reflect, at least, changes in
aviation legislation and industry. The training programme should also cover the specific needs of
the personnel and the competent authority.
(c) The competent authority should ensure that its personnel, including its ATM/ANS inspectors,
undergo recurrent training at regular intervals as defined by the competent authority or
whenever deemed necessary, in order to be kept up to date.

AMC1 ATCO.AR.B.001(d) Management system

PROCEDURES AVAILABLE TO THE AGENCY
(a) Copies of the procedures related to the competent authoritys management system and their
amendments to be made available to the Agency for the purpose of standardisation should
provide at least the following information:
(1) Regarding oversight functions undertaken by the competent authority, the competent
authoritys organisational structure with description of the main processes. This
information should demonstrate the allocation of responsibilities within the competent
authority, and that the competent authority is capable of carrying out the full range of tasks
regarding the size and complexity of the Member States aviation industry. It should also
consider the overall proficiency and authorisation scope of the competent authoritys
personnel.
(2) For personnel involved in oversight activities, the minimum professional qualification
requirements as well as experience and procedures leading to appointment (e.g.
assessment).
(3) How the following are carried out: assessing applications and evaluating compliance,
issuing of certificates, performance of oversight, follow-up of findings, enforcement
measures and resolution of safety concerns.
(4) Principles of managing exemptions and derogations.
(5) Systems used to disseminate applicable safety information for timely reaction to a safety
problem.
(6) Criteria for planning oversight (oversight programme).
(7) Outline of the initial training of newly recruited oversight personnel (taking future activities
into account), and the basic framework for continuation training of oversight personnel.
(b) As part of the continuous monitoring of a competent authority, the Agency may request details of
the working methods used, in addition to the copy of the procedures of the competent
authoritys management system (and amendments thereto). These additional details are the
procedures and related guidance material describing working methods for competent authority
personnel conducting oversight.
(c) Information related to the competent authoritys management system may be submitted in
electronic format.

ATCO.AR.B.005 Allocation of tasks to qualified entities

(a) If the competent authority allocates tasks related to the initial certification or continuous
oversight of persons or organisations subject to Regulation (EC) No 216/2008 and its
implementing rules, they shall only be allocated to qualified entities. When allocating tasks, the
competent authority shall ensure that it has:
(1) a system in place to initially and continuously assess that the qualified entity complies with
Annex V to Regulation (EC) No 216/2008.

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This system and the results of the assessments shall be documented;

(2) established a documented agreement with a qualified entity, approved by both parties at
the appropriate management level, which clearly defines:
(i) the tasks to be performed;
(ii) the declarations, reports and records to be provided;
(iii) the technical conditions to be met in performing such tasks;
(iv) the related liability coverage; and
(v) the protection given to information acquired in carrying out such tasks.
(b) The competent authority shall ensure that the internal audit process and a safety risk
management process required by ATCO.AR.B.001(a)(4) cover all certification or oversight tasks
performed on its behalf.

GM1 ATCO.AR.B.005 Allocation of tasks to qualified entities

CERTIFICATION TASKS
The tasks that may be performed by a qualified entity on behalf of the competent authority include
those related to the initial certification and oversight of training organisations as defined in this
Regulation, excluding:
(a) the issue, suspension and revocation of licences, ratings and endorsements;
(b) the issue of temporary OJTI authorisations according to ATCO.C.025;
(c) the issue of temporary assessor authorisations according to ATCO.C.065;
(d) the issue, renewal, suspension, revocation and limitation of training organisation certificates.

ATCO.AR.B.010 Changes to the management system

(a) The competent authority shall have a system in place to identify changes that affect its capability
to perform its tasks and discharge its responsibilities as defined in Regulation (EC) No 216/2008
and this Regulation. It shall enable it to take action, as appropriate, to ensure that the
management system remains adequate and effective.
(b) The competent authority shall update its management system to reflect any change to Regulation
(EC) No 216/2008 and this Regulation in a timely manner in order to ensure effective
implementation.
(c) The competent authority shall notify the Agency of changes affecting its capability to perform its
tasks and discharge its responsibilities as defined in Regulation (EC) No 216/2008 and this
Regulation.

ATCO.AR.B.015 Record keeping

(a) Competent authorities shall maintain a list of all organisation certificates and personnel licences
and certificates they issue.
(b) The competent authority shall establish a system of record keeping providing for adequate
storage, accessibility and reliable traceability of:
(1) the management system's documented policies and procedures;
(2) training, qualification and authorisation of its personnel;
(3) the allocation of tasks, covering the elements required by ATCO.AR.B.005 as well as the
details of tasks allocated;
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(5) details of courses provided by training organisations;

(6) processes for the issue of licences, ratings, endorsements and certificates, and for the
continuing oversight of the holders of those licences, ratings, endorsements and
certificates;
(7) continuing oversight of persons and organisations exercising activities within the territory
of the Member State, but certified by the competent authority of another Member State,
as agreed between these authorities;
(8) findings, corrective actions and date of action closure;
(9) enforcement measures taken;
(10) safety information and follow-up measures;
(11) the use of flexibility provisions in accordance with Article 14 of Regulation (EC) No
216/2008; and
(12) the evaluation and notification to the Agency of alternative means of compliance proposed
by organisations and the assessment of alternative means of compliance used by the
competent authority itself.
(c) Records shall be kept for a minimum period of 5 years and with regard to personnel licences for a
minimum period of 10 years after the expiry of the last endorsement on the licence, subject to
applicable data protection law.

GM1 ATCO.AR.B.015 Record keeping

STORAGE
Records may be stored electronically.

GM1 ATCO.AR.B.015(b)(5) Record keeping

DETAILS OF COURSES
Details of courses provided by training organisations may consist of subjects, subject objectives, topics
and subtopics, where applicable.

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SUBPART C OVERSIGHT AND ENFORCEMENT

ATCO.AR.C.001 Oversight
(a) The competent authority shall verify:
(1) compliance with requirements applicable to organisations or persons prior to the issue of
an organisation certificate or personnel licence, certificate, rating or endorsement, as
applicable;
(2) the continued compliance with the applicable requirements and the conditions attached to
the training organisation's certificate, as well as the applicable requirements for training
courses, plans and schemes it has approved and requirements applicable to personnel;
(3) implementation of appropriate safety measures mandated by the competent authority as
defined in ATCO.AR.A.025(c) and (d).
(b) This verification shall:
(1) be supported by documentation specifically intended to provide guidance to the personnel
responsible for safety oversight in order to perform their functions;
(2) provide persons and organisations concerned with the results of the safety oversight
activity;
(3) be based on audits and inspections including, as appropriate, unannounced inspections;
and
(4) provide the competent authority with the evidence needed in case further action is
required, including the measures foreseen in ATCO.AR.C.010 and ATCO.AR.E.015.
(c) The scope of oversight shall be determined on the basis of the scope and results of past oversight
activities and safety priorities.
(d) Without prejudice to the competencies of the Member States, the scope and results of oversight
of activities performed in the territory of a Member State by persons or organisations established
or residing in another Member State shall be determined on the basis of the safety priorities, as
well as past oversight activities.
(e) Where the activity of a person or organisation involves more than one Member State, the
competent authority responsible for the oversight according to points (a) to (c) may agree to
specific alternative oversight arrangements with the other competent authority(ies). Any person
or organisation subject to such agreement shall be informed of its existence and of its scope.

ATCO.AR.C.005 Oversight programme

(a) The competent authority shall establish and maintain an oversight programme covering the
oversight activities required by ATCO.AR.C.001.
(b) For organisations certified by the competent authority the oversight programme shall be
developed taking into account the specific nature of the organisation, the complexity of its
activities and past certification and/or oversight activities. It shall include within each oversight
planning cycle:
(1) audits and inspections, if needed, including unannounced inspections as appropriate; and
(2) meetings convened between the management of the training organisation and the
competent authority to ensure that both remain informed of significant issues.
(c) For organisations certified by the competent authority an oversight planning cycle not exceeding
24 months shall be applied.

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The oversight planning cycle may be reduced if there is evidence that the safety performance of
the organisation has decreased.
The oversight planning cycle may be extended to a maximum of 36 months if the competent
authority has established that during the previous 24 months:
(1) the organisation has demonstrated an effective identification of aviation safety hazards and
management of associated risks; and
(2) the organisation has continuously demonstrated under ATCO.OR.B.015 that it has full
control over all changes; and
(3) no level 1 findings have been issued; and
(4) all corrective actions have been implemented within the time period accepted or extended
by the competent authority as defined in ATCO.AR.E.015.
The oversight planning cycle may be further extended to a maximum of 48 months if, in addition
to the above, the organisation has established, and the competent authority has approved, an
effective continuous reporting system to the competent authority on the safety performance and
regulatory compliance of the organisation itself.
(d) The oversight programme for training organisations shall include the monitoring of training
standards including the sampling of training delivery if appropriate.
(e) For persons holding a licence, rating or endorsement issued by the competent authority the
oversight programme shall include inspections, including unannounced inspections, if
appropriate.

AMC1 ATCO.AR.C.005 Oversight programme

AUDIT AND INSPECTION
(a) The audit and inspection of a certified training organisation should be conducted through
checking of the facility for compliance, interviewing personnel and sampling relevant training
courses to assess their conduct and standard.
(b) Such audit and inspection should focus in addition to the items of AMC1 ATCO.AR.E.010 on:
(1) information on the competence of instructors and assessors;
(2) evidence of sufficient funding;
(3) adequacy of the facilities to the courses being conducted and to the number of persons
undertaking training;
(4) synthetic training devices;
(5) documentation, in particular documents related to courses, information on the updating
system, training and operations manual;
(6) training records and forms.

ATCO.AR.C.010 Findings and enforcement measures for personnel

(a) If during oversight or by any other means evidence is found by the competent authority
responsible for the oversight in accordance with ATCO.AR.C.001 that shows non-compliance with
the applicable requirements by a person holding a licence issued in accordance with this
Regulation, the competent authority shall raise a finding, record it and communicate it in writing
to the licence holder, as well as communicate the finding to the employing organisation, if
applicable.
(b) When the competent authority that raised the finding is the competent authority responsible for
the issuing of the licence:

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(1) it may suspend or revoke the licence, rating or endorsement, as applicable, when a safety
issue has been identified; and
(2) it shall take any further enforcement measures necessary to prevent the continuation of
the non-compliance.
(c) When the competent authority that raised the finding is not the competent authority responsible
for the issuing of the licence, it shall inform the competent authority that issued the licence. In
this case, the competent authority that issued the licence shall take action in accordance with
point (b) and inform the competent authority that raised the finding.

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SUBPART D ISSUE, REVALIDATION, RENEWAL, SUSPENSION AND

REVOCATION OF LICENCES, RATINGS,ENDORSEMENTS AND AUTHORISATIONS

ATCO.AR.D.001 Procedure for the issue, revalidation and renewal of licences, ratings,
endorsements and authorisations
(a) The competent authority shall establish procedures for the application, issue and exchange of
licences, issue of ratings and endorsements, as well as the revalidation and renewal of
endorsements. These procedures may include:
(1) the issue of temporary OJTI authorisation and temporary assessor authorisation; and
(2) if applicable, the authorisation for assessors to revalidate and renew unit endorsements in
which case assessors shall submit all records, reports and any other information to the
competent authority as defined in such procedures.
(b) Upon receiving an application and, if relevant, any supporting documentation, the competent
authority shall verify the application completeness and whether the applicant meets the
requirements set out in Annex I.
(c) If the applicant meets the applicable requirements, the competent authority shall issue,
revalidate or renew, when appropriate, the relevant licence, rating(s) and endorsement(s) using
the format for licences established in Appendix 1 of Annex II. The temporary OJTI authorisation
referred to in ATCO.C.025 and the temporary assessor authorisation referred to in ATCO.C.065
shall be issued as a separate document wherein the privileges of the holder as well as the validity
of the authorisation shall be specified.
(d) For the purpose of reducing unnecessary administrative burden, the competent authority may
establish procedures for establishing a unique date of validity for several endorsements. In any
case, the validity periods of the endorsements concerned shall not be extended.
(e) The competent authority shall replace the air traffic controller licence if necessary for
administrative reasons and when point (XIIa) of the licence is completed and no further space
remains. The date of the first issue of the ratings and rating endorsements shall be transferred to
the new licence.

AMC1 ATCO.AR.D.001(a) Procedure for the issue, revalidation and renewal of licences, ratings,
endorsements and authorisations
PROCEDURES
The competent authority may develop procedures to allow privileges to be exercised by the licence
holder for a maximum period of eight weeks after successful completion of the applicable
examination(s) and assessment(s), pending the issue of the licence, rating or endorsement.
Such procedures may cover licences, ratings and endorsements, but not the temporary authorisations.

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GM1 ATCO.AR.D.001(a) Procedure for the issue, revalidation and renewal of licences, ratings,
endorsements and authorisations
APPLICATION FORM FOR THE ISSUE, REVALIDATION AND RENEWAL OF LICENCES, RATINGS AND
ENDORSEMENTS
APPLICATION FOR ISSUE/REVALIDATION/RENEWAL OF (STUDENT) AIR TRAFFIC CONTROLLER (ATCO)
LICENCE, RATINGS AND ENDORSEMENTS
Part A: APPLICANTS DETAILS
Name:
Permanent address:
Tel.: Mobile: E-mail address:
Nationality:
Date (dd/mm/yyyy) and place of birth:.
(STUDENT) ATCO LICENCE DETAILS (if applicable):
Licence serial No:
Date of issue (dd/mm/yyyy):
EMPLOYERS DETAILS (if applicable):
Name:
Part B: APPLICATION FOR (Tick the relevant boxes)
Issue of Student ATCO Licence, rating(s) and rating endorsements) (Part C, E and F of this form)
Language endorsement(s) (Part C, E and F of this form)
Issue of ATCO Licence, rating(s) and rating endorsements) (Part C, E and F of this form)
Revalidation of ATCO Licence rating, endorsements (Part C, D, E and F of this form)
Renewal of ATCO Licence rating, endorsements (Part C, D, E and F of this form)
Part C: RATING/RATING ENDORSEMENT/ATC UNIT/Sector
ADI (Unit, sector, working TWR GMC GMS AIR RAD
position)
APS (Unit, sector, working PAR SRA TCL
position)
ACS (Unit, sector, working TCL OCN
position)
ACP (Unit, sector, working OCN
position)

ADV (Unit, sector, working

position)

APP (Unit, sector, working

position)

Licence endorsements
OJTI STDI Assessor Language proficiency endorsement Local (specify language) _
language proficiency
level 4
endorsement*
level 5 level 4
level 6 level 5
level 6
* Optional, if imposed by the
Member State for reasons of
safety at the ATC unit as
published in AIP.

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Part D: Unit endorsement revalidation/renewal

The applicant meets the requirements according to Regulation (EU) ./. and to the unit competence scheme of unit
.
The unit/licence endorsements annotated below are revalidated/renewed * (delete as appropriate).
Based on this, REVALIDATION/RENEWAL can be done as listed below:

Unit endorsement: Valid until:

Unit endorsement: Valid until:
Unit endorsement: Valid until:
Unit endorsement: Valid until:
Unit endorsement: Valid until:
Unit endorsement: Valid until:
I certify that the data is complete and true Name: Assessors licence number: Signature:
Authorised assessor:
Part E: Declaration
I hereby:
1. apply for the issue/revalidation/renewal of (Student) ATCO Licence, ratings and/or endorsements as indicated;
2. confirm that the information contained herein is correct at the time of the application;
3. confirm that I am not holding any (Student) ATCO Licence issued in another Member State;
4. confirm that I have not applied for any (Student) ATCO Licence in another Member State; and
5. confirm that I have never held a (Student) ATCO Licence issued in another Member State which has been revoked
or suspended in any other Member State.
I understand that any incorrect information provided herein could prohibit me from holding a (Student) ATCO
Licence.

Signed: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Name: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Date (dd/mm/yyyy): . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Part F: Certificates/Documents
Please enclose all relevant certificates and/or documents:
1. Copy of Student ATCO Licence, if applicable
2. Copy of passport or other national ID
3. Copy of medical certificate
4. Copy of relevant training certificate/documents proving the successful completion of:
(a) Initial training (integrated)
(b) Basic training
(c) Rating training
(d) Unit training
(e) Practical instructor training
(f) Assessor training
(g) Refresher training
5. Copy of language proficiency certificate(s): language(s)
6. Certificate by ATC provider
proving that the licence holder has fulfilled the requirements in accordance with the approved unit competence
scheme
7. Copy of the competence assessment form
8. Copy

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GM2 ATCO.AR.D.001(a) Procedure for the issue, revalidation and renewal of licences, ratings,
endorsements and authorisations
APPLICATION FOR THE ISSUE, REVALIDATION AND RENEWAL OF LICENCES, RATINGS, ENDORSEMENTS
AND AUTHORISATIONS
Application for the issue, revalidation and renewal of licences, ratings, endorsements and authorisations
together with all relevant certificates and/or documents supporting the application might be submitted
by secure electronic means.

GM1 ATCO.AR.D.001(b) Procedure for the issue, revalidation and renewal of licences, ratings,
endorsements and authorisations
DATE OF SUCCESSFUL COMPLETION OF THE TRAINING
The date of successful completion of the training relevant to the rating and/or rating endorsement to be
included in the (Student) ATCO Licence should be the date indicated in the certificate of successful
completion of the relevant training issued by the training organisation.

GM1 ATCO.AR.D.001(c) Procedure for the issue, revalidation and renewal of licences, ratings,
endorsements and authorisations
FORMAT FOR LICENCES (APPENDIX I TO ANNEX II)
The competent authority may enter into point (XIII) of the licence format all additional licensing
information, such as national licence endorsements or holding a radio telephony (R/T) licence.

GM1 ATCO.AR.D.001(d) Procedure for the issue, revalidation and renewal of licences, ratings,
endorsements and authorisations
UNIQUE DATE OF VALIDITY FOR ENDORSEMENTS
The procedure for establishing a unique date of validity for several endorsements should be applied
when requested by the air navigation service provider or the applicant.

GM1 ATCO.AR.D.001(e) Procedure for the issue, revalidation and renewal of licences, ratings,
endorsements and authorisations
ADMINISTRATIVE REASONS
For the purpose of issuing a new licence, administrative reasons may be the following but are not
limited to:
(a) loss;
(b) theft;
(c) significant damage leading to illegibility.

ATCO.AR.D.005 Revocation and suspension of licences, ratings and endorsements

(a) For the purpose of ATCO.A.020 the competent authority shall establish administrative procedures
for the suspension and revocation of licences, ratings and endorsements.
(b) The competent authority may suspend the licence in the case of provisional inability not being
terminated according to the procedures referred to in ATCO.A.015(e).
(c) The competent authority shall suspend or revoke a licence, rating or endorsement in accordance
with ATCO.AR.C.010 in particular in the following circumstances:
(1) exercising the privileges of the licence when the licence holder no longer complies with the
applicable requirements of this Regulation;
(2) obtaining a student air traffic controller or an air traffic controller licence, rating,
endorsement or certificate by falsification of submitted documentary evidence;

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(3) falsification of the licence or certificate records;

(4) exercising the privileges of the licence, rating(s) or endorsement(s) under the influence of
psychoactive substances.
(d) In cases of suspension or revocation of licences, ratings and endorsements, the competent
authority shall inform the licence holder in writing of this decision and of their right of appeal in
accordance with the procedures established in ATCO.AR.A.010(a)(14). The suspension or
revocation of the assessor endorsement should be notified to the relevant air navigation service
provider as well.
(e) The competent authority shall also suspend or revoke a licence, rating or endorsement upon
written request of the licence holder.

GM1 ATCO.AR.D.005 Revocation and suspension of licences, ratings and endorsements

EXAMINATIONS AND ASSESSMENTS
Examinations and assessments conducted by an assessor, during suspension or after the revocation of
his/her assessor endorsement or by an OJTI or an STDI during suspension or after revocation of his/her
OJTI or STDI endorsement respectively, should be invalid.

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SUBPART E CERTIFICATION PROCEDURE FOR AIR TRAFFIC CONTROLLER

TRAINING ORGANISATIONS

ATCO.AR.E.001 Application and certification procedure for training organisations

(a) Upon receiving an application for the issue of a training organisation certificate, the competent
authority shall verify the training organisation's compliance with the requirements set out in
Annex III.
(b) If the applicant training organisation fulfils the applicable requirements, the competent authority
shall issue a certificate using the format established in Appendix 2 of Annex II.
(c) To enable an organisation to implement changes without prior competent authority's approval in
accordance with ATCO.OR.B.015 and ATCO.AR.E.010(c), the competent authority shall approve
the procedure submitted by the training organisation defining the scope of such changes and
describing how such changes will be managed and notified.

AMC1 ATCO.AR.E.001(a) Application and certification procedure for training organisations

VERIFICATION OF COMPLIANCE
(a) The competent authority should verify the applicants compliance through an audit of the
organisation, including interviews of personnel and inspections carried out at the organisations
facilities.
(b) The competent authority should only conduct such audit after being satisfied that the application
for a certificate complies with the applicable requirements.
(c) The audit should include but should not be limited to the following areas:
(1) detailed management structure, including names and qualifications of personnel required
by ATCO.OR.C.010, adequacy of the organisation and management structure;
(2) adequacy of number and qualifications of personnel;
(3) safety management and compliance monitoring with applicable requirements;
(4) adequacy of the facilities with regard to the organisations scope of training;
(5) documentation on the basis of which the certificate shall be granted (organisation
documentation as required by Annex III (Part ATCO.OR), including manuals, training plans
and course documentation).
(d) In case of non-compliance, the applicant should be informed in writing of the corrections
required.

AMC1 ATCO.AR.E.001(b) Application and certification procedure for training organisations

ISSUE OF A CERTIFICATE
(a) The attachment to the air traffic controller training organisations certificate should specify the
privileges that the air traffic controller training organisation has obtained to provide and conduct
the corresponding training.
(b) The certificate should not be issued where a level 1 finding remains open. In exceptional
circumstances, finding(s), other than level 1, should be assessed and mitigated as necessary by
the air traffic controller training organisation and a corrective action plan for closing the finding(s)
should be approved by the competent authority prior to the issue of the certificate.

ATCO.AR.E.005 Approval of training courses and training plans

(a) The competent authority shall approve training courses and training plans developed in
accordance with the requirements laid down in ATCO.OR.D.001.

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(b) Following an exchange of a licence according to ATCO.A.010 the competent authority shall
approve or reject the unit endorsement course established in accordance with ATCO.B.020(b) and
(c) not later than six weeks after presentation of the application for the approval of the course,
and ensure that the principles of non-discrimination and proportionality are respected.

ATCO.AR.E.010 Changes to the training organisations

(a) Upon receiving an application for a change that requires prior approval in accordance with
ATCO.OR.B.015, the competent authority shall verify the training organisation's compliance with
the requirements set out in Annex III before the issue of the approval.
The competent authority shall approve the conditions under which the organisation may operate
during the change, unless the competent authority determines that the change cannot be
implemented.
After having verified that the training organisation complies with the applicable requirements, the
competent authority shall approve the change.
(b) Without prejudice to any additional enforcement measures in accordance with ATCO.AR.E.015,
when the organisation implements changes requiring prior approval without having received the
competent authority's approval as defined in point (a), the competent authority shall take
immediate and adequate action.
(c) For changes not requiring prior approval, the competent authority shall approve a procedure
developed by the training organisation in accordance with ATCO.OR.B.015 defining the scope of
such changes and its management and notification mechanism. In the continuous oversight
process the competent authority shall assess the information provided in the notification to verify
whether actions taken comply with the approved procedures and applicable requirements.

AMC1 ATCO.AR.E.010 Changes to the training organisations

GENERAL
(a) The competent authority should be informed of any changes to personnel specified in Annex III
(Part ATCO.OR) that may affect the certificate or the training approval attached to it.
(b) A simple management system documentation system status sheet should be maintained, which
contains information on when an amendment was received by the competent authority and when
it was approved.
(c) The competent authority should receive from the organisation each management system
documentation amendment, including amendments that do not require prior approval by the
competent authority.
(1) Where the amendment requires the competent authoritys approval, the competent
authority, when satisfied, should approve in writing.
(2) Where the amendment does not require prior approval, the competent authority should
acknowledge receipt of the notification in writing within 10 working days from receipt.

AMC1 ATCO.AR.E.010(a) Changes to the training organisations

CHANGES REQUIRING PRIOR APPROVAL
(a) Upon receipt of an application for a proposed change that requires prior approval, the competent
authority should, in due time:
(1) assess the proposed change in relation to the training organisations certificate or the
training approval attached or the management system of it, and the applicable
requirements of Part ATCO.OR, as well as any other applicable requirements; and
(2) assess the actions proposed by the training organisation in order to show compliance;

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(b) The competent authority should, in due time, verify the compliance of the training organisation
and, depending on the change, examine the need for prescribing any condition for the operation
of it during the change.
(c) For changes requiring prior approval, the competent authority may conduct an audit of the
organisation in order to verify the training organisations compliance with the applicable
requirements.
(d) When notifying the training organisation in accordance with AMC1 ATCO.AR.E.010(c)(1), the
competent authority should also inform the organisation of the right of appeal, as exists under
the applicable national legislation.

GM1 ATCO.AR.E.010 Changes to the training organisations

CHANGE OF NAME OF THE TRAINING ORGANISATION
(a) Upon receipt of the application and the relevant parts of the organisations documentation as
required by Annex III (Part ATCO.OR), the competent authority should reissue the certificate.
(b) A name change alone does not require the competent authority to audit the organisation unless
there is evidence that other aspects of the organisation have changed.

GM1 ATCO.AR.E.010(b) Changes to the training organisations

ADEQUATE ACTION
Adequate action by the competent authority may include suspension, limitation or revocation of the
training organisations certificate.

ATCO.AR.E.015 Findings and corrective actions

(a) The competent authority shall have a system to analyse findings for their safety significance.
(b) A level 1 finding shall be issued by the competent authority when any significant non-compliance
is detected with the applicable requirements of Regulation (EC) No 216/2008 and this Regulation,
with the training organisation's procedures and manuals, with the type(s) of training and/or
service(s) provided or certificate(s) which lowers or seriously endangers safety and/or results in a
significant degradation of the training provided.
A level 1 finding shall include, but shall not be limited to:
(1) failure to give the competent authority access to the training organisation's facilities as
defined in ATCO.OR.B.025 during normal operating hours and after two written requests;
(2) obtaining or maintaining the validity of the training organisation certificate by falsification
of submitted documentary evidence;
(3) evidence of malpractice or fraudulent use of the training organisation certificate; and
(4) the lack of an accountable manager.
(c) A level 2 finding shall be issued by the competent authority when any non-compliance is detected
with the applicable requirements of Regulation (EC) No 216/2008 and this Regulation, with the
training organisation's procedures and manuals, with the type(s) of training and/or service(s)
provided or certificate(s) which could lower or endanger safety and/or could result in a
degradation of the training provided.
(d) When a finding is detected during oversight or by any other means, the competent authority
shall, without prejudice to any additional action required by Regulation (EC) No 216/2008 and this
Regulation, communicate the finding to the training organisation in writing and request corrective
action to address the non-compliance(s) identified.
(1) In the case of level 1 findings the competent authority shall take immediate and
appropriate action to prohibit or limit activities, and if appropriate, it shall take action to

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revoke the certificate or to limit or suspend it in whole or in part, depending upon the
extent of the finding, until successful corrective action has been taken by the training
organisation.
(2) In the case of level 2 findings the competent authority shall:
(i) grant the training organisation a corrective action implementation period included in
an action plan appropriate to the nature of the finding; and
(ii) assess the corrective action and implementation plan proposed by the training
organisation and, if the assessment concludes that they are sufficient to address the
non-compliance(s), accept these.
(3) Where a training organisation fails to submit an acceptable corrective action plan, or to
perform the corrective action within the time period accepted or extended by the
competent authority, the finding shall be raised to a level 1 finding, and action shall be
taken as laid down in point (d)(1).
(e) The competent authority shall record all findings it has raised and, where applicable, the
enforcement measures it has applied, as well as all corrective actions and the date of action
closure for findings.

AMC1 ATCO.AR.E.015(d)(2) Findings and corrective actions

CORRECTIVE ACTION IMPLEMENTATION PERIOD
The corrective action implementation period included in an action plan granted by the competent
authority initially should not exceed three months. At the end of this period, and subject to the nature
of the finding, the competent authority may extend the three-month period subject to a satisfactory
corrective action plan agreed to by the competent authority.

GM1 ATCO.AR.E.015 Findings and corrective actions

LEVEL 1
For a level 1 finding, it may be necessary for the competent authority to ensure that further training by
the organisation is carried out and audited by the competent authority before the activity is resumed,
dependent upon the nature of the finding.
Only the certifying competent authority may take action on the certificate.

GM1 ATCO.AR.E.015(d)(2) Findings and corrective actions

CORRECTIVE ACTION IMPLEMENTATION PERIOD
The three-month period should commence from the date of the communication of the finding to the
training organisation in writing and requesting corrective action to address the non-compliance(s)
identified in accordance with ATCO.AR.E.015(d).

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SUBPART F SPECIFIC REQUIREMENTS RELATING TO AERO-MEDICAL

CERTIFICATION

SECTION 1
GENERAL REQUIREMENTS

ATCO.AR.F.001 Aero-medical centres and aero-medical certification

By way of derogation from Subparts A, B and C, with regard to aero-medical centres (AeMCs) and aero-
medical certification, the competent authority shall apply the following provisions of Annex VI to
Commission Regulation (EU) No 1178/2011 (the Aircrew Regulation)2, with the exclusion of all
references to general medical practitioners (GMPs):
Subpart ARA.GEN,
Subpart ARA.AeMC,
ARA.MED.120 Medical assessors,
ARA.MED.125 Referral to the licensing authority,
ARA.MED.150 Record keeping,
ARA.MED.200 Procedure for the issue, revalidation, renewal or change of an AME certificate,
ARA.MED.245 Continuing oversight,
ARA.MED.250 Limitation, suspension or revocation of an AME certificate,
ARA.MED.255 Enforcement measures,
ARA.MED.315 Review of examination reports, and
ARA.MED.325 Review procedure.

SECTION 2
DOCUMENTATION

ATCO.AR.F.005 Medical certificate

The medical certificate shall conform to the following specifications:
(a) Content:
(1) State in which the ATCO licence has been issued or applied for (I);
(2) Class of medical certificate (II);
(3) Certificate number commencing with the UN country code of the state in which the ATCO
licence has been issued or applied for and followed by a code of numbers and/or letters in
Arabic numerals and Latin script (III);
(4) Name of the holder (IV);
(5) Nationality of the holder (VI);
(6) Date of birth of the holder (XIV);

2
Commission Regulation (EU) No 1178/2011 of 3 November 2011 laying down technical requirements and
administrative procedures related to civil aviation aircrew pursuant to Regulation (EC) No 216/2008 of the
European Parliament and of the Council (OJ L 311, 25.11.2011, p. 1).

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(7) Signature of the holder (VII);

(8) Limitation(s) (XIII);
(9) Expiry date of the class 3 medical certificate (IX);
(10) Date of examination;
(11) Date of last electrocardiogram;
(12) Date of last audiogram;
(13) Date of issue and signature of AME or medical assessor that issued the medical certificate
(X);
(14) Seal or stamp.
(b) Material: The paper or other material used shall prevent or readily show any alterations or
erasures. Any entries or deletions to the form shall be clearly authorised by the competent
authority.
(c) Language: Medical certificates shall be written in the national language(s) and in English and in
such a language that the competent authority deems appropriate.
(d) All dates on the medical certificate shall be written in a dd/mm/yyyy format.

AMC1 ATCO.AR.F.005 Medical certificate

STANDARD MEDICAL CERTIFICATE FORMAT

Competent authoritys name and logo Requirements:

(English and any language(s) determined by the
competent authority)

European Union to be deleted for non-EU

EUROPEAN UNION Member States.
(English only)
The size of each page should be one eighth A4.
Class 3
MEDICAL CERTIFICATE English and any language(s) determined by the
Pertaining to a Part ATCO licence competent authority.
(English and any language(s) determined by the
competent authority)

Issued in accordance with Part ATCO.MED

This medical certificate complies with the ICAO

Standards

(English and any language(s) determined by the

competent authority)

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I Authority that issued or is to issue the XIII Limitations:

ATCO licence: Code:
Description:
III Certificate number:
X Date of issue*:
IV Last and first name of holder:

XIV Date of birth: (dd/mm/yyyy) Signature of issuing AME/medical

assessor:
VI Nationality:

VII Signature of holder: XI Stamp:

2 3

IX Expiry date of this dd/mm/yyyy

certificate:

Examination date: (dd/mm/yyyy)

*
Date of issue is the date when the certificate is issued and signed.

ATCO.AR.F.010 AME certificate

After having verified that the AME is in compliance with the applicable requirements, the competent
authority shall issue, revalidate, renew or change the AME certificate using the form established in
Appendix 3 of Annex II.

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ATCO.AR.F.015 AeMC certificate

After having verified that the AeMC is in compliance with the applicable requirements, the competent
authority shall issue or change the AeMC certificate, using the form established in Appendix 4 of Annex
II.

ATCO.AR.F.020 Aero-medical forms

The competent authority shall provide AMEs and AeMCs with the forms to be used for:
(a) the application form for a medical certificate; and
(b) the examination report form for class 3 applicants.

AMC1 ATCO.AR.F.020 Aero-medical forms

AERO-MEDICAL FORMS
The forms referred to in ATCO.AR.F.020 should reflect the information indicated in the following forms
and corresponding instructions for completion.

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LOGO
CIVIL AVIATION ADMINISTRATION/MEMBER STATE
APPLICATION FORM FOR A MEDICAL CERTIFICATE MEDICAL IN CONFIDENCE
Complete this page fully and in block capitals Refer to instructions for completion.

(1) State of licence issue: (2) Medical certificate applied for:

Class 1 Class 2 Class 3

(3) Surname: (4) Previous surname(s): (12) Application:

Initial
Revalidation/Renewal
(5) Forename(s): (6) Date of birth (dd/mm/yyyy): (7) Sex: (13) Reference number:
Male
Female
(8) Place and country of birth: (9) Nationality: (14) Type of licence applied for:

(10) Permanent address: (11) Postal address (if different):

(15) Occupation (principal):
Country: Country: (16) Employer:
Telephone No: Telephone No: (17) Last aero-medical examination:
Mobile No: Date:
E-mail: Place:
(18) Licence(s) held (type): (19) Any limitations on licence(s)/medical certificate held:
Licence(s) number(s): No
Yes Details:
(20) Have you ever had a medical certificate denied, suspended or revoked? (21) Flight time total: (22) Flight time since last aero-medical examination:
No Hrs n/a
Yes Date: Country: Hrs n/a
Details:
(23) Aircraft class/type(s) currently flown:
n/a
(24) Any aviation accident or reported incident since last aero-medical examination? (25) Type of flying intended:
No n/a n/a
Yes Date: Place:
Details: (26) Current pilot activity: Single pilot Multi-pilot
Current ATCO activity: ADI APS ACS
(27) Do you drink alcohol? (28) Do you currently use any medication?
No Yes If yes, amount No
Yes state medication, dose, date started and why:
(29) Do you smoke tobacco? No, never
No, stopped state date:
Yes state type and amount:
General and medical history: Do you have, or have you ever had, any of the following? (Please tick). If yes, give details in the remarks section (30).
Yes No Yes No Yes No Family history of: Yes No
101 Eye trouble/eye operation 112 Nose, throat or speech disorder 123 Malaria or other tropical disease 170 Heart disease
102 Spectacles and/or contact lenses 113 Head injury or concussion 124 A positive HIV test 171 High blood pressure
ever worn 114 Frequent or severe headaches 125 Sexually transmitted disease 172 High cholesterol level
103 Spectacle/contact lens prescriptions 115 Dizziness or fainting spells 126 Sleep disorder/apnoea syndrome 173 Epilepsy
change since last medical exam. 116 Unconsciousness for any reason 127 Musculoskeletal illness/impairment 174 Mental illness
104 Hay fever, other allergy 117 Neurological disorders: stroke, 128 Any other illness or injury 175 Diabetes
105 Asthma, lung disease epilepsy, seizure, paralysis, etc. 129 Admission to hospital 176 Tuberculosis
106 Heart or vascular trouble 118 Psychological/psychiatric trouble of 130 Visit to medical practitioner since 177 Allergy/asthma/eczema
107 High or low blood pressure any sort last aero-medical examination 178 Inherited disorders
108 Kidney stone or blood in urine 119 Alcohol/drug/substance abuse 131 Refusal of life insurance 179 Glaucoma
109 Diabetes, hormone disorder 120 Attempted suicide 132 Refusal of pilot/ATCO licence
Females only:
133 Medical rejection from or for
110 Stomach, liver or intestinal trouble 121 Motion sickness requiring medication 150 Gynaecological, menstrual
military service
problems

122 Anaemia/sickle cell trait/other blood 134 Award of pension or compensation

111 Deafness, ear disorder 151 Are you pregnant?
disorders for injury or illness

(30) Remarks: If previously reported and no change since, so state.

(31) Declaration: I hereby declare that I have carefully considered the statements made above and to the best of my belief they are complete and correct and that I have not withheld any relevant information or made
any misleading statements. I understand that if I have made any false or misleading statements in connection with this application, or fail to release the supporting medical information, the licensing authority may refuse
to grant me a medical certificate or may withdraw any medical certificate granted, without prejudice to any other action applicable under national law.
CONSENT TO RELEASE OF MEDICAL INFORMATION: I hereby authorise the release of all information contained in this report and any or all attachments to the AME and, where necessary, to the medical
assessor of the licensing authority, recognising that these documents or electronically stored data are to be used for completion of a medical assessment and will become and remain the property of the licensing
authority, providing that I or my physician may have access to them according to national law. Medical confidentiality will be respected at all times.

--------------------------------------- -------------------------------------------------------------- --------------------------------------------------------------

Date Signature of applicant Signature of AME/(medical assessor)

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INSTRUCTIONS FOR COMPLETION OF THE APPLICATION FORM FOR A MEDICAL CERTIFICATE

This application form and all attached report forms will be transmitted to the licensing authority. Medical confidentiality shall be respected at all times.
The applicant should personally complete, in full, all questions (sections) on the application form. Writing should be legible and in block capitals, using a
ball-point pen. Completion of this form by typing/printing is also acceptable. If more space is required to answer any questions, a plain sheet of paper should
be used, bearing the applicants name and signature, and the date of signing. The following numbered instructions apply to the numbered headings on the
application form for a medical certificate.
Failure to complete the application form in full, or to write legibly, may result in non-acceptance of the application form. The making of false or misleading
statements or the withholding of relevant information in respect of this application may result in criminal prosecution, denial of this application and/or
withdrawal of any medical certificate(s) granted.
1. LICENSING AUTHORITY: 17. LAST APPLICATION FOR A MEDICAL CERTIFICATE:
State name of country this application is to be forwarded to. State date (day, month, year) and place (town, country).
Initial applicants state NONE.
2. MEDICAL CERTIFICATE APPLIED FOR: 18. LICENCE(S) HELD (TYPE):
Tick appropriate box. State type of licence(s) held.
Class 1: Professional Pilot Enter licence number and State of issue.
Class 2: Private Pilot If no licences are held, state NONE.
Class 3: Air Traffic Controller
3. SURNAME: 19. ANY LIMITATIONS ON THE LICENCE(S)/MEDICAL CERTIFICATE:
State surname/family name. Tick appropriate box and give details of any limitations on your licence(s)/medical
certificate, e.g. vision, colour vision, safety pilot, etc.
4. PREVIOUS SURNAME(S): 20. MEDICAL CERTIFICATE DENIAL, SUSPENSION OR REVOCATION:
If your surname or family name has changed for any reason, state previous Tick YES box if you have ever had a medical certificate denied, suspended or
name(s). revoked, even if only temporary.
If YES, state date (dd/mm/yyyy) and country where it occurred.
5. FORENAME(S): 21. FLIGHT TIME TOTAL:
State first and middle names (maximum three). State total number of hours flown or, for ATCOs tick n/a box.
6. DATE OF BIRTH: 22. FLIGHT TIME SINCE LAST MEDICAL:
Specify in order dd/mm/yyyy. State number of hours flown since your last aero-medical examination or, for
ATCOs tick n/a box.
7. SEX: 23. AIRCRAFT CLASS/TYPE(S) CURRENTLY FLOWN:
Tick appropriate box. State name of principal aircraft flown, e.g. Boeing 737, Cessna 150, etc. or, for
ATCOs tick n/a box.
8. PLACE AND COUNTRY OF BIRTH: 24. ANY AVIATION ACCIDENT OR REPORTED INCIDENT SINCE LAST
State town and country of birth. AERO-MEDICAL EXAMINATION:
If YES box ticked, state date (dd/mm/yyyy) and country of
accident/incident.
9. NATIONALITY: 25. TYPE OF FLYING INTENDED:
State name of country of citizenship. State whether airline, charter, single pilot, commercial air transport, carrying
passengers, agriculture, pleasure, etc., or, for ATCOs tick n/a box.
10. PERMANENT ADDRESS: 26. CURRENT PILOT/ATCO ACTIVITY:
State permanent postal address and country. Enter telephone area Tick appropriate box to indicate whether you fly as the SOLE pilot or not or, for
code as well as telephone number. ATCOs whether you operate as tower, radar or other.
11. POSTAL ADDRESS (IF DIFFERENT): 27. DO YOU DRINK ALCOHOL?
If different from permanent address, state full current postal address Tick applicable box. If yes, state weekly alcohol consumption,
including telephone number and area code. If the same, enter SAME. e.g. 2 litres beer.
12. APPLICATION: 28. DO YOU CURRENTLY USE ANY MEDICATION?
Tick appropriate box. If YES, give full details name, how much you take and when, etc.
Include any non-prescription medication.
13. REFERENCE NUMBER: 29. DO YOU SMOKE TOBACCO?
State reference number allocated to you by the licensing authority. Tick applicable box. Current smokers state type (cigarettes, cigars, pipe) and amount
Initial applicants enter NONE. (e.g. 2 cigars daily; pipe 1 oz. weekly).
14. TYPE OF LICENCE APPLIED FOR: GENERAL AND MEDICAL HISTORY
State type of licence applied for from the following list: All items under this heading from number 101 to 179 inclusive should have the
Aeroplane Transport Pilot Licence answer YES or NO ticked. You should tick YES if you have ever had the
condition in your life and describe the condition and approximate date in the (30)
Multi-Pilot Licence
remarks section. All questions asked are medically important even though this may
Commercial Pilot Licence/Instrument Rating not be readily apparent.
Commercial Pilot Licence Items numbered 170 to 179 relate to immediate family history, whereas items
Air Traffic Controller Licence numbered 150 to 151 should be answered by female applicants only.
Private Pilot Licence/Instrument Rating If information has been reported on a previous application form for a medical
Private Pilot Licence certificate and there has been no change in your condition, you may state Previously
reported; no change since. However, you should still tick YES to the condition.
Sailplane Pilot Licence
Do not report occasional common illnesses such as colds.
Balloon Pilot Licence
and whether Fixed Wing/Rotary Wing/Both 31. DECLARATION AND CONSENT TO OBTAINING AND RELEASING
15. OCCUPATION (PRINCIPAL): INFORMATION:
Indicate your principal employment. Do not sign or date these declarations until indicated to do so by the AME who will
act as witness and sign accordingly.
16. EMPLOYER:
If principal occupation is pilot/ATCO, then state employers name or if
self-employed as a pilot, state self.

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MEDICAL IN II
CONFIDENCE

AERO-MEDICAL EXAMINATION REPORT FORM FOR CLASS 1, CLASS 2 & CLASS 3 APPLICANTS

(201) Examination category (202) Height (203) Weight (204) Colour (205) Colour (206) Blood pressure (207) Pulse resting
Initial (cm) (kg) eye hair seated (mmHg) Rate (bpm) Rhythm:
Revalidation Renewal regular
Referral Systolic Diastolic
irregular

Clinical exam: Check each item Normal Abnormal Normal Abnormal

(208) Head, face, neck, scalp (218) Abdomen, hernia, liver, spleen
(209) Mouth, throat, teeth, voice, speech (219) Anus, rectum
(210) Nose, sinuses (220) Genito-urinary system
(211) Ears, drums, eardrum motility (221) Endocrine system
(212) Eyes orbit & adnexa; visual fields (222) Upper & lower limbs, joints
(213) Eyes pupils and optic fundi (223) Spine, other musculoskeletal
(214) Eyes ocular motility; nystagmus (224) Neurologic reflexes, etc.
(215) Lungs, chest, breasts (225) Psychiatric
(216) Heart (226) Skin, identifying marks and lymphatics
(217) Vascular system (227) General systemic
(228) Notes: Describe every abnormal finding. Enter applicable item number before each comment.

Visual acuity
(229) Distant vision (236) Pulmonary function (237) Haemoglobin
Uncorrected Contact
Spectacles
lenses FEV1/FVC __________ % ____________ ______ (unit)
Right eye Corr. to
Left eye Corr. to Normal Abnormal Normal Abnormal
Both eyes Corr. to
(235) Urinalysis Normal Abnormal
(230) Intermediate vision Uncorrected Corrected Glucose Protein Blood Other
Yes No Yes No
Right eye Accompanying reports
Left eye Not performed Normal Abnormal/Comment
Both eyes (238) ECG
(239) Audiogram
(231) Near vision Uncorrected Corrected (240) Ophthalmology
Yes No Yes No (241) ORL (ENT)
Right eye (242) Blood lipids
Left eye (243) Pulmonary function
Both eyes (244) Other (what?)
(232) Spectacles (233) Contact lenses
Yes No Yes No
Type: Type: (247) AME recommendation:
Name of applicant: Date of birth: Reference number:
Refraction Sph Cyl Axis Add
Right eye --------------------------------------------------------------- -------------------------------- ----------------------------------
Left eye Fit for class: --------------------
(313) Colour vision Normal Abnormal Medical certificate issued by undersigned (copy attached) for class: -------------------------------
Colour vision testing method/s: Unfit for class: --------------------
Results: Deferred for further evaluation. If yes, why and to whom?
(234) Hearing Rig L (248) Comments, limitations
(when 239/241 not performed) ht ear eft ear
Conversational voice test (2m) with back Yes Yes
turned to examiner No No

Audiometry
Hz 500 1000 2000 3000
Right
Left
(249) AME declaration:
I hereby certify that I/my AME group have personally examined the applicant named on this aero-medical examination report and that this report with any
attachment embodies my findings completely and correctly.
(250) Place and date: AME name and address: AME certificate No:

AME signature: E-mail:

Telephone No: Telefax No:

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INSTRUCTIONS FOR COMPLETION OF THE AERO-MEDICAL EXAMINATION REPORT FORMS

The AME performing the aero-medical examination should verify the identity of the applicant.
All questions (sections) on the aero-medical examination report form should be completed in full. If an otorhinolaryngology examination report form is
attached, then questions 209, 210, 211, and 234 may be omitted. If an ophthalmology examination report form is attached, then questions 212, 213, 214, 229,
230, 231, 232, and 233 may be omitted.
Writing should be legible and in block capitals using a ball-point pen. Completion of this form by typing/printing is also acceptable. If more space is required to
answer any question, a plain sheet of paper should be used, bearing the applicants name, the AMEs name and signature, and the date of signing. The
following numbered instructions apply to the numbered headings on the aero-medical examination report form.
Failure to complete the aero-medical examination report form in full, as required, or to write legibly, may result in non-acceptance of the application in total
and may lead to withdrawal of any medical certificate issued. The making of false or misleading statements or the withholding of relevant information by an
AME may result in criminal prosecution, denial of an application or withdrawal of any medical certificate(s) granted.

201 EXAMINATION CATEGORY Tick appropriate box.

Initial Initial examination for either class 1, 2 or 3; also initial examination for upgrading from class 2 to 1 (notate upgrading in box 248).
Renewal/Revalidation Subsequent ROUTINE examinations.
202 HEIGHT Measure height, without shoes, in centimetres to nearest cm.
203 WEIGHT Measure weight, in indoor clothes, in kilograms to nearest kg.
204 COLOUR EYE State colour of applicants eyes from the following list: brown, blue, green, hazel, grey, multi.
205 COLOUR HAIR State colour of applicants hair from the following list: brown, black, red, fair, bald.
206 BLOOD PRESSURE Blood pressure readings should be recorded as Phase 1 for systolic pressure and Phase 5 for diastolic pressure. The applicant
should be seated and rested. Recordings in mm Hg.
207 PULSE (RESTING) The pulse rate should be recorded in beats per minute and the rhythm should be recorded as regular or irregular. Further
comments if necessary may be written in section 228, 248 or separately.
208 to 227 inclusive constitute the general clinical examination, and each of the boxes should be marked (with a tick) as normal or abnormal.
208 HEAD, FACE, NECK, SCALP To include appearance, range of neck and facial movements, symmetry, etc.
209 MOUTH, THROAT, TEETH, VOICE, SPEECH To include voice and speech quality and appearance of buccal cavity, palate motility, tonsillar
area, pharynx and also gums, teeth and tongue.
210 NOSE, SINUSES To include appearance and any evidence of nasal obstruction or sinus tenderness on palpation.
211 EARS, DRUMS, EARDRUM MOTILITY To include otoscopy of external ear, canal, tympanic membrane. Eardrum motility by valsalva
manoeuvre or by pneumatic otoscopy.
212 EYES ORBIT AND ADNEXA; VISUAL FIELDS To include appearance, position and movement of eyes and their surrounding structures in
general, including eyelids and conjunctiva. Visual fields check by campimetry, perimetry or confrontation.
213 EYES PUPILS AND OPTIC FUNDI To include appearance, size, reflexes, red reflex and fundoscopy. Special note of corneal scars.
214 EYES OCULAR MOTILITY, NYSTAGMUS To include range of movement of eyes in all directions; symmetry of movement of both eyes;
ocular muscle balance; convergence; accommodation; signs of nystagmus.
215 LUNGS, CHEST, BREASTS To include inspection of chest for deformities, operation scars, abnormality of respiratory movement, auscultation
of breath sounds. Physical examination of female applicants breasts should only be performed with informed consent.
216 HEART To include apical heartbeat, position, auscultation for murmurs, carotid bruits, palpation for trills.
217 VASCULAR SYSTEM To include examination for varicose veins, character and feel of pulse, peripheral pulses, evidence of peripheral
circulatory disease.
218 ABDOMEN, HERNIA, LIVER, SPLEEN To include inspection of abdomen; palpation of internal organs; check for inquinal hernias in
particular.
219 ANUS, RECTUM Examination only with informed consent.
220 GENITO-URINARY SYSTEM To include renal palpation; inspection palpation male/female reproductive organs only with informed consent.
221 ENDOCRINE SYSTEM To include inspection, palpation for evidence of hormonal abnormalities/imbalance; thyroid gland.
222 UPPER AND LOWER LIMBS, JOINTS To include full range of movements of joints and limbs, any deformities, weakness or loss. Evidence of
arthritis.
223 SPINE, OTHER MUSCULOSKELETAL To include range of movements, abnormalities of joints.
224 NEUROLOGIC REFLEXES, ETC. To include reflexes, sensation, power, vestibular system balance, romberg test, etc.
225 PSYCHIATRIC To include appearance, appropriate mood/thought, unusual behaviour.
226 SKIN, IDENTIFYING MARKS AND LYMPHATICS To include inspection of skin; inspection, palpation for lymphadenopathy, etc. Briefly
describe scars, tattoos, birthmarks, etc., which could be used for identification purposes.
227 GENERAL SYSTEMIC All other areas, systems and nutritional status.

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228 NOTES Any notes, comments or abnormalities to be described extra notes if required on separate sheet of paper, signed and dated.
229 DISTANT VISION Each eye to be examined separately and then both together. First without correction, then with spectacles (if used) and lastly
with contact lenses, if used. Record visual acuity in appropriate boxes. Visual acuity to be tested with the appropriate chart for the distance.
230 INTERMEDIATE VISION Each eye to be examined separately and then both together. First without correction, then with spectacles, if used, and
lastly with contact lenses, if used. Record visual acuity in appropriate boxes (Yes/No).
231 NEAR VISION Each eye to be examined separately and then both together. First without correction, then with spectacles if used and lastly with
contact lenses, if used. Record visual acuity in appropriate boxes (Yes/No).
Note: Bifocal contact lenses and contact lenses correcting for near vision only are not acceptable.
232 SPECTACLES Tick appropriate box signifying if spectacles are or are not worn by applicant. If used, state type of lens and frame and use-
distance.
233 CONTACT LENSES Tick appropriate box signifying if contact lenses are or are not worn. If worn, state type from the following list; hard, soft,
gas-permeable or disposable.
313 COLOUR VISION Tick appropriate box signifying if applicant is a normal trichromat or not. Indicate the colour vision testing methodology used
and provide the results.
234 HEARING Tick appropriate box to indicate hearing level ability as tested separately in each ear at 2 m.
235 URINALYSIS State whether result of urinalysis is normal or not by ticking appropriate box. If no abnormal constituents, state NIL in each
appropriate box.
236 PULMONARY FUNCTION When required or on indication, state actual FEV1/FVC value obtained in % and state if normal or not with
reference to height, age, sex and race.
237 HAEMOGLOBIN Enter actual haemoglobin test result and state units used. Then state whether normal value or not, by ticking appropriate box.
238 to 244 inclusive: ACCOMPANYING REPORTS One box opposite each of these sections must be ticked. If the test is not required and has not been
performed, then tick the NOT PERFORMED box. If the test has been performed (whether required or on indication) complete the normal or
abnormal box as appropriate. In the case of question 244, the number of other accompanying reports must be stated.
247 AME RECOMMENDATION The applicants name, date of birth and reference number, should be entered here in block capitals. The applicable
class of medical certificate should be indicated by a tick in the appropriate box. If a fit assessment is recommended and a medical certificate has been
issued, this should be indicated in the appropriate box. An applicant may be recommended as fit for a lower class of medical certificate (e.g. class 2),
but also be deferred or recommended as unfit for a higher class of medical certificate (e.g. class 1). If an unfit recommendation is made, applicable
Part MED/Part ATCO.MED paragraph references should be entered. If an applicant is deferred for further evaluation, the reason and the specialist
or licensing authority to whom the applicant is referred should be indicated.
248 COMMENTS, LIMITATIONS, ETC. The AMEs findings and assessment of any abnormality in the history or examination, should be entered
here. The AME should also state any limitation required.
249 AME DETAILS The AME should sign the declaration, complete his/her name and address in block capitals, contact details and lastly stamp the
relevant section with his/her designated AME stamp incorporating his/her AME number.
250 PLACE AND DATE The place (town or city) and the date of the aero-medical examination should be entered here. The date of examination is the
date of the general examination and not the date of finalisation of the form. If the aero-medical examination report is finalised on a different date, the
date of finalisation should be entered in section 248 as Report finalised on ....

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OPHTHALMOLOGY EXAMINATION REPORT FORM

Complete this page fully and in block capitals Refer to instructions for completion. MEDICAL IN CONFIDENCE
Applicants details
(1) Licensing authority: (2) Medical certificate applied for: Class 1 Class 2 Class 3
(3) Surname: (4) Previous surname(s): (12) Application: Initial
Revalidation/Renewal
(5) Forename(s): (6) Date of birth: (7) Sex: (13) Reference number:
Male
Female
(301) Consent to release of medical information: I hereby authorise the release of all information contained in this report and any or all attachments to the AME and, where necessary,
to the medical assessor of the licensing authority, recognising that these documents or electronically stored data, are to be used for completion of a medical assessment and will become
and remain the property of the licensing authority, providing that I or my physician may have access to them according to national law. Medical confidentiality will be respected at all
times.

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Date Signature of applicant Signature of AME

(302) Examination category: (303) Ophthalmological history:

Initial
Revalidation
Renewal
Referral
Clinical examination Visual acuity
Check each item (314) Distant vision Spectacles Contact
Normal Abnormal
Uncorrected lenses
(304) Eyes, external & eyelids Right eye Corrected to
(305) Eyes, Exterior Left eye Corrected to
(slit lamp, ophth.) Both eyes Corrected to
(306) Eye position and motility (315) Intermediate vision Spectacles Contact
Uncorrected lenses
(307) Visual fields Right eye Corrected to
(308) Pupillary reflexes Left eye Corrected to
(309) Fundi (Ophthalmoscopy) Both eyes Corrected to
(310) Convergence cm (316) Near vision Spectacles Contact
Uncorrected lenses
(311) Accommodation D Right eye Corrected to
Left eye Corrected to
(312) Ocular muscle balance (in prisme dioptres) Both eyes Corrected to
Distant at 5m/6m Near at 3050 cm
Ortho Ortho (317) Refraction Sph Cylinder Axis Near (add)
Eso Eso Right eye
Exo Exo Left eye
Hyper Hyper Actual refraction examined Spectacles prescription based
Cyclo Cyclo
Tropia Yes No Phoria Yes No (318) Spectacles (319) Contact lenses
Fusional reserve testing Not performed Normal Abnormal Yes No Yes No
(313) Colour vision Type: Type:
Colour vision testing method/s:
Results: (320) Intra-ocular pressure
Normal trichromat Yes No Right (mmHg) Left (mmHg)

Method Normal Abnormal

(321) Ophthalmological remarks and recommendation:

(322) Examiners declaration:

I hereby certify that I/my AME group have personally examined the applicant named on this medical examination report and that this report with any attachment embodies my findings
completely and correctly.
(323) Place and date: Ophth. examiners name and address: (block capitals) AME or specialist stamp with No:
AME or specialist signature:
E-mail:
Telephone No:
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INSTRUCTIONS FOR COMPLETION OF THE OPHTHALMOLOGY EXAMINATION REPORT FORM

Writing should be legible and in block capitals using a ball-point pen. Completion of this form by typing or printing is also acceptable. If more space is
required to answer any question, a plain sheet of paper should be used, bearing the applicants name, the name and signature of the AME or ophthalmology
specialist performing the examination and the date of signing. The following numbered instructions apply to the numbered headings on the ophthalmology
examination report form.
Failure to complete the medical examination report form in full, as required, or to write legibly may result in non-acceptance of the application in total and
may lead to withdrawal of any medical certificate issued. The making of false or misleading statements or the withholding of relevant information by an
examiner may result in criminal prosecution, denial of an application or withdrawal of any medical certificate granted.
The AME or ophthalmology specialist performing the examination should verify the identity of the applicant. The applicant should then be requested to
complete the sections 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 12 and 13 on the form and then sign and date the consent to release of medical information (section 301) with the
examiner countersigning as witness.
302 EXAMINATION CATEGORY Tick appropriate box.
Initial Initial examination for either class 1 or 2 or 3; also initial examination for upgrading from class 2 to 1 (notate upgrading in section 303).
Renewal/Revalidation Subsequent comprehensive ophthalmological examinations (due to refractive error).
Special referral NON-ROUTINE examination for assessment of an ophthalmological symptom or finding.
303 OPHTHALMOLOGICAL HISTORY Detail here any history of note or reasons for special referral.
304 to 309 inclusive: CLINICAL EXAMINATION These sections together cover the general clinical examination and each of the sections should be
marked (with a tick) as normal or abnormal. Any abnormal findings or comments on findings should be entered in section 321.
310 CONVERGENCE Enter near point of convergence in cm, as measured using RAF near point rule or equivalent. Tick whether normal or
abnormal. Any abnormal findings or comments on findings should be entered in section 321.
311 ACCOMMODATION Enter measurement recorded in dioptres using RAF near point rule or equivalent. Tick whether normal or abnormal. Any
abnormal findings or comments on findings should be entered in section 321.
312 OCULAR MUSCLE BALANCE Ocular muscle balance is tested at distant 5 or 6 m and near at 3050 cm and results recorded. Presence of
tropia or phoria must be entered accordingly and also whether fusional reserve testing was NOT performed and if performed whether normal or not.
313 COLOUR VISION Tick appropriate box signifying if applicant is a normal trichromat or not. Indicate the colour vision testing methodology used
and provide results.
314316 VISUAL ACUITY TESTING AT 5 m/6m, 1m and 3050cm Record actual visual acuity obtained in appropriate boxes. If correction not worn
nor required, put line through corrected vision boxes. Distant visual acuity to be tested at either 5 m or 6 m with the appropriate chart for that
distance.
317 REFRACTION Record results of refraction. Indicate also whether for class 2 applicants, refraction details are based upon spectacle prescription.
318 SPECTACLES Tick appropriate box signifying if spectacles are or are not worn by applicant. If used, state whether unifocal, bifocal, varifocal or
look-over.
319 CONTACT LENSES Tick appropriate box signifying if contact lenses are or are not worn. If worn, state type from the following list; hard, soft,
gas-permeable, disposable.
320 INTRA-OCULAR PRESSURE Enter intra-ocular pressure recorded for right and left eyes and indicate whether normal or not. Also indicate
method used applanation, air, etc.
321 OPHTHALMOLOGICAL REMARKS AND RECOMMENDATION Enter here all remarks, abnormal findings and assessment results. Also
enter any limitations recommended. If there is any doubt about findings or recommendations, the examiner may contact the medical assessor for
advice before finalising the report form.
322 OPHTHALMOLOGY EXAMINERS DETAILS The ophthalmology examiner must sign the declaration, complete his/her name and address in
block capitals, contact details and lastly stamp the report with his/her designated stamp incorporating his/her AME or specialist number.
323 PLACE AND DATE Enter the place (town or city) and the date of examination. The date of examination is the date of the clinical examination
and not the date of finalisation of form. If the ophthalmology examination report is finalised on a different date, enter date of finalisation on section
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OTORHINOLARYNGOLOGY EXAMINATION REPORT FORM

Complete this page fully and in block capitals Refer to instructions for completion. MEDICAL IN CONFIDENCE
Applicants details
(1) Licensing authority: (2) Medical certificate applied for: class 1 class 2 class 3
(3) Surname: (4) Previous surname(s): (12) Application: Initial
Revalidation/Renewal
(5) Forename(s): (6) Date of birth: (7) Sex: (13) Reference number:
Male
Female
(401) Consent to release of medical information: I hereby authorise the release of all information contained in this report and any or all attachments to the AME and, where
necessary, to the medical assessor of the licensing authority, recognising that these documents, or any electronically stored data, are to be used for completion of a medical
assessment and will become and remain the property of the licensing authority, providing that I or my physician may have access to them according to national law. Medical
confidentiality will be respected at all times.

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Date Signature of applicant Signature of AME

(402) Examination category: (403) Otorhinolaryngological history:

Initial
Revalidation/renewal
Referral
Clinical examination
Check each item Normal Abnormal (419) Pure tone audiometry
(404) Head, face, neck, scalp dB HL (hearing level)
(405) Buccal cavity, teeth Hz Right ear Left ear
(406) Pharynx 250
(407) Nasal passages and naso-pharynx 500
(incl. anterior rhinoscopy) 1000
(408) Vestibular system incl. Romberg test 2000
(409) Speech/voice 3000
(410) Sinuses 4000
(411) Ext. acoustic meati, tympanic membranes 6000
(412) Pneumatic otoscopy 8000
(413) Impedance tympanometry including
Valsalva manoeuvre (initial only) (420) Audiogram

o = Right = Air
x = Left .......... = Bone

Additional testing (if indicated) Not Normal Abnormal dB/HL

performed 10
(414) Speech audiometry 0
(415) Posterior rhinoscopy 10
(416) EOG; spontaneous and 20
positional nystagmus 30
(417) Differential caloric test or 40
vestibular autorotation test 50
(418) Mirror or fibre laryngoscopy 60
70
80

(421) Otorhinolaryngology remarks and recommendation: 90

100

110

120

Hz 250 500 1000 2000 3000 4000 6000 8000

(422) Examiners declaration:

I hereby certify that I/my AME group have personally examined the applicant named on this medical examination report and that this report with any attachment embodies my
findings completely and correctly.
(423) Place and date: ORL examiners name and address: (block capitals) AME or specialist stamp with No:

AME or specialist signature:

E-mail:
Telephone No:
Telefax No:

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INSTRUCTIONS FOR COMPLETION OF THE OTORHINOLARYNGOLOGY EXAMINATION REPORT FORM

Writing should be legible and in block capitals using a ball-point pen. Completion of this form by typing or printing is also acceptable. If more space is
required to answer any question, a plain sheet of paper should be used, bearing the applicants name, the name and signature of the AME or
otorhinolaryngology specialist performing the examination and the date of signing. The following numbered instructions apply to the numbered headings on
the otorhinolaryngology examination report form.
Failure to complete the medical examination report form in full, as required, or to write legibly may result in non-acceptance of the application in total and
may lead to withdrawal of any medical certificate issued. The making of false or misleading statements or the withholding of relevant information by an
examiner may result in criminal prosecution, denial of an application or withdrawal of any medical certificate granted.
The AME or otorhinolaryngology specialist performing the examination should verify the identity of the applicant. The applicant should then be requested to
complete the sections 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 12 and 13 on the form and then sign and date the consent to release of medical information (section 401) with the
examiner countersigning as witness.
402 EXAMINATION CATEGORY Tick appropriate box.
Initial Initial examination for class 1 or class 3; also initial examination for upgrading from class 2 to 1 or 3 (notate upgrading in section 403).
Referral NON-ROUTINE examination for assessment of an ORL symptom or finding.
403 OTORHINOLARYNGOLOGICAL HISTORY Detail here any history of note or reasons for referral.
404413 inclusive: CLINICAL EXAMINATION These sections together cover the general clinical examination and each of the sections should be
marked (with a tick) as normal or abnormal. Any abnormal findings or comments on findings should be entered in section 421.
414418 inclusive: ADDITIONAL TESTING These tests are only required to be performed if indicated by history or clinical findings and are not
routinely required. For each test one of the boxes must be completed if the test is not performed then tick that box if the test has been
performed then tick the appropriate box for a normal or abnormal result. All remarks and abnormal findings should be entered in section 421.
419 PURE TONE AUDIOMETRY Complete figures for dB HL (hearing level) in each ear at all listed frequencies.
420 AUDIOGRAM Complete audiogram from figures as listed in section 419.
421 OTORHINOLARYNGOLOGY REMARKS AND RECOMMENDATION Enter here all remarks, abnormal findings and assessment results.
Also enter any limitations recommended. If there is any doubt about findings or recommendations the examiner may contact the medical assessor
for advice before finalising the report form.
422 OTORHINOLARYNGOLOGY EXAMINERS DETAILS The otorhinolaryngology examiner must sign the declaration, complete his/her name
and address in block capitals, contact details and lastly stamp the report with his/her designated stamp incorporating his/her AME or specialist
number.
423 PLACE AND DATE Enter the place (town or city) and the date of examination. The date of examination is the date of the clinical examination
and not the date of finalisation of form. If the ORL examination report is finalised on a different date, enter date of finalisation in section 421 as
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APPENDIX 1 OF ANNEX II
FORMAT FOR LICENCE

AIR TRAFFIC CONTROLLER LICENCE

The air traffic controller licence issued in accordance with this Regulation shall conform to the following
specifications:
(a) Content. The item number shall always be printed in association with the item heading. Items I to
XI are the permanent items, and items XII to XIV are the variable items which may appear on a
separate or detachable part of the main form as prescribed below. Any separate or detachable
part shall be clearly identifiable as part of the licence.
1. Permanent items:
(I) State of licence issue;
(II) title of licence;
(III) serial number of the licence with the United Nations (UN) country code of the State
of licence issue and followed by (Student) ATCO Licence and a code of numbers
and/or letters in Arabic numerals and in Latin script;
(IV) name of holder in full (in Latin script, even if the script of the national language(s) is
other than Latin);
(IVa) date of birth;
(V) holder's address, if required by the competent authority;
(VI) nationality of holder;
(VII) signature of holder;
(VIII) competent authority;
(IX) certification of validity and authorisation for the privileges granted, including the
dates when they were first issued;
(X) signature of officer issuing the licence and the date of such issue;
(XI) seal or stamp of the competent authority.
2. Variable items:
(XII) ratings and endorsements with expiry dates;
(XIII) remarks: language proficiency endorsements; and
(XIV) any other details required by the competent authority.
(b) The licence shall be accompanied by a valid medical certificate, except when only STDI privileges
are exercised.
(c) Material. First quality paper and/or other suitable material, including plastic cards, shall be used
to prevent or readily show any alterations or erasures. Any entries or deletions in the form will be
clearly authorised by the competent authority.
(d) Language. Licences shall be written in English and, if required by Member States, in national
language(s) and other languages as deemed appropriate.

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Abbreviations

Air traffic controller ratings Requirements: N/A

ADV Aerodrome Control Visual

ADI Aerodrome Control Instrument

APP Approach Control Procedural

APS Approach Control Surveillance

ACP Area Control Procedural

ACS Area Control Surveillance

Rating endorsements

AIR Air Control

GMC Ground Movement Control

TWR Tower Control

GMS Ground Movement Surveillance

RAD Aerodrome Radar Control

PAR Precision Approach Radar

SRA Surveillance Radar Approach

TCL Terminal Control

OCN Oceanic Control

Licence endorsements

OJTI On-the-job training instructor

STDI Synthetic training device instructor

Assessor Assessor

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ANNEX III

PART ATCO.OR
REQUIREMENTS FOR AIR TRAFFIC CONTROLLER TRAINING
ORGANISATIONS AND AERO-MEDICAL CENTRES

SUBPART A GENERAL REQUIREMENTS

ATCO.OR.A.001 Scope
This Part, set out in this Annex, establishes the requirements applicable to air traffic controller training
organisations and aero-medical centres in order to obtain and maintain a certificate in accordance with
Regulation (EC) No 216/2008 and this Regulation.

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SUBPART B REQUIREMENTS FOR AIR TRAFFIC CONTROLLER TRAINING

ORGANISATIONS

ATCO.OR.B.001 Application for a training organisation certificate

(a) Applications for a training organisation certificate shall be submitted to the competent authority
in due time to allow the competent authority to evaluate the application. The application shall be
submitted in accordance with the procedure established by that authority.
(b) Applicants for an initial certificate shall demonstrate to the competent authority how they will
comply with the requirements established in Regulation (EC) No 216/2008 and in this Regulation.
(c) An application for a training organisation certificate shall include the following information:
(1) the applicant's name and address;
(2) the address(es) of the place(s) of operation (including, where relevant, the list of ATC units)
if different from the applicant's address in point (a);
(3) the names and contact details of:
(i) the accountable manager;
(ii) the head of the training organisation, if different from point (i);
(iii) the person(s) nominated by the training organisation as the focal point(s) for
communication with the competent authority;
(4) date of intended start of activity or change;
(5) a list of types of training to be provided and at least one training course from each type of
training that is intended to be provided;
(6) the declaration of compliance with the applicable requirements shall be signed by the
accountable manager, stating the training organisation's compliance with the requirements
at all times;
(7) the management system processes; and
(8) the date of application.

GM1 ATCO.OR.B.001(c)(2) Application for a training organisation certificate

The requirement to add the list of ATC units is not relevant in the case of training organisations which
provide initial training only.

ATCO.OR.B.005 Means of compliance

(a) Alternative means of compliance to the AMC adopted by the Agency may be used by an
organisation to establish compliance with Regulation (EC) No 216/2008 and with this Regulation.
(b) When an organisation wishes to use an alternative means of compliance, it shall, prior to
implementing it, provide the competent authority with a full description of the alternative means
of compliance. The description shall include any revisions to manuals or procedures that may be
relevant, as well as an assessment demonstrating compliance with Regulation (EC) No 216/2008
and its implementing rules.
(c) The organisation may implement these alternative means of compliance subject to prior approval
by the competent authority and upon receipt of the notification as prescribed in
ATCO.AR.A.015(d).

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AMC1 ATCO.OR.B.005 Means of compliance

DEMONSTRATION OF COMPLIANCE
In order to demonstrate that the Implementing Rules are complied with, a safety (risk) assessment
should be completed and documented. The result of this safety (risk) assessment should demonstrate
that an equivalent level of safety to that established by the Acceptable Means of Compliance (AMC)
adopted by the Agency is reached.

ATCO.OR.B.010 Terms of approval and privileges of a training organisation certificate

(a) Training organisations shall comply with the scope and privileges defined in the terms of approval
attached to the organisation's certificate.
(b) In order to ensure that the applicable requirements in Subpart D of Annex I (Part ATCO) are
fulfilled, the privilege to provide unit and continuation training shall only be granted to training
organisations which:
(1) hold a certificate for the provision of the air traffic control service; or
(2) have concluded a specific agreement with the ATC provider.

AMC1 ATCO.OR.B.010(a) Terms of approval and privileges of a training organisation certificate

The management system documentation should contain the privileges and detailed scope of activities
including the contracted ones for which the training organisation is certified, as relevant to this
Regulation.

GM1 ATCO.OR.B.010(b) Terms of approval and privileges of a training organisation certificate

PROVIDING ON-THE-JOB TRAINING VIA AGREEMENT WITH THE ATC PROVIDER
The specific agreement should detail the issues of liability and insurance for the provision of air traffic
control service during on-the-job training and consider the relevant provisions of ATCO.OR.C.005 in
order to ensure conformity of the contracted or purchased activity or part of activity to the applicable
requirements as well as those of ATCO.OR.B.040 on occurrence reporting and ATCO.OR.C.025 on
funding and insurances.

ATCO.OR.B.015 Changes to the training organisation

(a) Changes to the organisation that affect the certificate or the terms of approval of the training
organisation or any relevant element of the training organisation's management systems shall
require prior approval by the competent authority.
(b) Training organisations shall agree with their competent authority on the changes that require
prior approval in addition to those specified in point (a).
(c) For any changes requiring prior approval in accordance with points (a) and (b), the training
organisation shall apply for and obtain an approval issued by the competent authority. The
application shall be submitted before any such change takes place in order to enable the
competent authority to determine continued compliance with this Regulation and to amend, if
necessary, the training organisation certificate and related terms of approval attached to it.
Training organisations shall provide the competent authority with all relevant documentation.
The change shall only be implemented upon receipt of formal approval by the competent
authority in accordance with ATCO.AR.E.010.
Training organisations shall operate under the conditions prescribed by the competent authority
during such changes, as applicable.
(d) Changes to the elements referred to in point (a) due to unforeseen circumstances shall be notified
to the competent authority without delay in order to obtain approval as necessary.

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(e) All changes not requiring prior approval shall be managed and notified to the competent
authority as defined in the procedure approved by the competent authority in accordance with
ATCO.AR.E.010.
(f) Training organisations shall notify the competent authority when they cease their activities.

AMC1 ATCO.OR.B.015 Changes to the training organisation

GENERAL
(a) Training organisations should inform the competent authority of any changes to personnel
specified in Annex III (Part ATCO.OR) that may affect the certificate or the training approval
attached to it.
(b) Training organisations should send to the competent authority each management system
documentation amendment. Where the amendment requires the competent authoritys
approval, the training organisation should receive it in writing.

GM1 ATCO.OR.B.015 Changes to the training organisation

GENERAL
(a) Examples of changes that may affect the certificate or the terms of approval of the training
organisation or the training organisations management system are listed below:
(1) the name of the training organisation;
(2) change of legal entity;
(3) the training organisations principal place of operation;
(4) the training organisations type(s) of training;
(5) additional locations of the training organisation;
(6) the accountable manager;
(7) any of the persons referred to in Part ATCO.OR;
(8) the training organisations documentation as required by Subpart ATCO.OR.B on safety
policy and procedures;
(9) the facilities.
(b) Prior approval by the competent authority is required for any changes to the training
organisations procedure describing how changes not requiring prior approval will be managed
and notified to the competent authority.

GM2 ATCO.OR.B.015 Changes to the training organisation

CHANGE OF NAME
A change of name requires the training organisation to submit a new application as a matter of urgency.
Where this is the only change to report, the new application can be accompanied by a copy of the
documentation previously submitted to the competent authority under the previous name, as a means
of demonstrating how the training organisation complies with the applicable requirements.

ATCO.OR.B.020 Continued validity

(a) A training organisation's certification shall remain valid subject to the certificate not being
surrendered or revoked and subject to the training organisation remaining in compliance with the
requirements of Regulation (EC) 216/2008 and this Regulation, taking into account the provisions
related to the handling of findings in accordance with ATCO.OR.B.030.
(b) The certificate shall be returned to the competent authority without delay upon its revocation or
the cease of all activities.

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ATCO.OR.B.025 Access to training organisations' facilities and data

Training organisations and applicants for training organisation certificates shall grant access to any
person authorised by or acting on behalf of the competent authority to the relevant premises in order to
examine the required records, data, procedures and any other material pertinent to the execution of
the tasks of the competent authority.

ATCO.OR.B.030 Findings
After receipt of notification of findings issued by the competent authority in accordance with
ATCO.AR.E.015, the training organisation shall:
(a) identify the root cause of the finding;
(b) define a corrective action plan; and
(c) demonstrate the corrective action implementation to the satisfaction of the competent authority
within the period agreed with that authority as defined in ATCO.AR.E.015.

GM1 ATCO.OR.B.030(a);(b) Findings

CORRECTIVE ACTION PLAN AND ROOT CAUSE
(a) Corrective action is the action to eliminate the root cause of a non-compliance in order to prevent
its recurrence.
(b) Determination of the root cause is crucial for defining effective corrective actions.

GM2 ATCO.OR.B.030(c) Findings

COMPETENT AUTHORITY
When reference is made to the competent authority, this means either the competent authority that
has issued the certificate or the competent authority ensuring oversight of activities, if they are
different, based on the agreement concluded between the authorities.

ATCO.OR.B.035 Immediate reaction to a safety problem

The training organisation shall implement any safety measures mandated by the competent authority in
accordance with ATCO.AR.C.001(a)(3) for the training organisation activities.

ATCO.OR.B.040 Occurrence reporting

(a) Training organisations providing on-the-job training shall report to the competent authority, and
to any other organisation required by the State of the operator to be informed, any accident,
serious incident and occurrence as defined in Regulation (EU) No 996/2010 of the European
Parliament and of the Council3 and Regulation (EU) No 376/2014, resulting from their training
activity.
(b) Reports shall be made as soon as practicable, but in any case within 72 hours of the training
organisation identifying the condition to which the report relates, unless exceptional
circumstances prevent this.
(c) Where relevant, training organisations shall produce a follow-up report to provide details of
actions it intends to take to prevent similar occurrences in the future, as soon as these actions
have been identified.

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Regulation (EU) No 996/2010 of the European Parliament and of the Council of 20 October 2010 on the
investigation and prevention of accidents and incidents in civil aviation and repealing Directive 94/56/EC
(OJ L 295, 12.11.2010, p. 35).

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(d) Without prejudice to Regulation (EU) No 996/2010 and Regulation (EU) No 376/2014, the reports
referred to in points (a), (b) and (c) shall be made in a form and manner established by the
competent authority and contain all pertinent information about the condition known to the
training organisation.

GM1 ATCO.OR.B.040 Occurrence reporting

The training organisations report should focus on occurrences taking place during on-the-job training
with regard to the training aspects involved.
The report may be submitted together with or as an integral part of the report prepared by the air
navigation service provider.

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SUBPART C MANAGEMENT OF AIR TRAFFIC CONTROLLER TRAINING

ORGANISATIONS

ATCO.OR.C.001 Management system of training organisations

Training organisations shall establish, implement and maintain a management system that includes:
(a) clearly defined lines of responsibility and accountability throughout the organisation, including
direct safety accountability of the accountable manager;
(b) a description of the overall principles of the organisation with regard to safety, referred to as the
safety policy;
(c) the identification of aviation safety hazards entailed by the activities of the training organisation,
their evaluation and the management of associated risks, including actions to mitigate the risk
and verify their effectiveness;
(d) maintaining personnel trained and competent to perform their tasks;
(e) documentation of all management system key processes, including a process for making
personnel aware of their responsibilities and the procedure for amending this documentation;
(f) a function to monitor compliance of the organisation with the relevant requirements. Compliance
monitoring shall include a feedback system of findings to the accountable manager to ensure
effective implementation of corrective actions as necessary;
(g) the management system shall be proportionate to the size of the organisation and its activities,
taking into account the hazards and associated risks inherent in those activities.

GM1 ATCO.OR.C.001 Management system of training organisations

The requirements for the management system of training organisations may be satisfied if the air
navigation service providers management system/safety management system (SMS) specifically covers
the requirements of this Regulation.

AMC1 ATCO.OR.C.001(b) Management system of training organisations

SAFETY POLICY
The safety policy should:
(a) be endorsed by the accountable manager;
(b) clearly identify safety as the highest organisational priority over commercial, operational,
environmental or social pressures;
(c) include a commitment to:
(1) improve towards the highest safety standards;
(2) comply with all applicable legal requirements, meet all applicable standards and consider
best practices;
(3) provide appropriate resources; and
(4) enforce safety as the primary responsibility of all managers and staff;
(d) be communicated, with visible endorsement, throughout the organisation;
(e) include safety reporting and just culture principles;
(f) enhance and embed safety culture and safety awareness; and
(g) be periodically reviewed to ensure it remains relevant and appropriate to the training
organisation.

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AMC1 ATCO.OR.C.001(c) Management system of training organisations

IDENTIFICATION OF AVIATION SAFETY HAZARDS
For training organisations not providing on-the-job training, the hazard identification process may be
limited to a demonstration that there are no hazards directly identified. However, the training should be
designed so as to ensure future safe operations.

AMC1 ATCO.OR.C.001(d) Management system of training organisations

PERSONNEL
A training organisation should demonstrate that:
(a) a list of activities with relevant needed competence has been established;
(b) their personnel have the relevant competence needed to fulfil the activities they are required to
perform;
(c) their personnel maintain a level of competence through training as appropriate;
(d) their theoretical and practical instructors are qualified in accordance with Part ATCO, Subpart C of
this Regulation;
(e) their practical instructors either hold an OJTI endorsement or an STDI endorsement;
(f) their assessors hold an assessor endorsement; and
(g) their synthetic training device instructors and assessors demonstrate knowledge of and receive
refresher training in current operational practices.

AMC1 ATCO.OR.C.001(e) Management system of training organisations

PROCESSES
Training organisations should demonstrate that the management system:
(a) policies, processes and procedures are monitored to ensure they are current and subject to
periodic review and amendment, when necessary, to maintain their continued accuracy and
suitability;
(b) allows for the impromptu recognition and initiation of improvements to policies, processes and
procedures between periodic reviews;
(c) controls, records and tracks changes to all of the management system policy, process and
procedure documents;
(d) includes a master record index that lists all the policies, processes and procedures; and
(e) includes as a minimum the following:
(1) master record index;
(2) training provider certificate;
(3) management structure;
(4) staff role profiles including accountabilities and responsibilities;
(5) training manuals, plans and courses;
(6) evidence of regulatory compliance;
(7) change control process;
(8) safety management manual;
(9) course design documents;
(10) instructor/assessor qualification and competence records.

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AMC1 ATCO.OR.C.001(f) Management system of training organisations

COMPLIANCE MONITORING
(a) The implementation and use of a compliance monitoring function should enable the training
organisation to monitor compliance with the relevant requirements of this Regulation.
(b) Training organisations should specify the basic structure of the compliance monitoring function
applicable to the activities conducted.
(c) The compliance monitoring function should be structured according to the activities of the
training organisation to be monitored.

GM1 ATCO.OR.C.001(f) Management system of training organisations

EXAMPLE OF COMPLIANCE MONITORING SYSTEM
(a) Training organisations may monitor compliance with the procedures they have designed to
ensure safe activities. In doing so, they may, as a minimum, and, where appropriate, monitor:
(1) the organisational structure;
(2) the plans and objectives;
(3) the privileges of the organisation;
(4) the manuals, logs and records;
(5) the training standards;
(6) the management system.
(b) Organisational set-up
(1) To ensure that the training organisation continues to meet the requirements of this
Regulation, the accountable manager may designate a person responsible for the
compliance monitoring function whose role is to verify, by monitoring the activities of the
organisation, that the standards required by this Regulation and any additional
requirements as established by the organisation are met under the supervision of the
relevant head of the functional area. For small training organisations, these identified
functions can be fulfilled by the same person.
(2) The person designated for the compliance monitoring function should be responsible for
ensuring that the compliance monitoring programme is properly implemented, maintained
and continually reviewed and improved.
(3) The designated person responsible for the compliance monitoring function should:
(i) have direct access to the accountable manager; and
(ii) have access to all parts of the training organisation and, as necessary, to any
contracted organisation.
(c) Compliance monitoring documentation
(1) Relevant documentation could include the relevant part(s) of the training organisation
management system documentation.
(2) In addition, relevant documentation could also include the following:
(i) terminology;
(ii) specified activity standards;
(iii) description of the organisation;
(iv) allocation of duties and responsibilities;
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(vi) compliance monitoring programme, reflecting:

(A) schedule of the monitoring programme;
(B) audit procedures;
(C) reporting procedures;
(D) follow-up and corrective action procedures; and
(E) recording system;
(vii) training elements referred to in paragraph 4(b); and
(viii ) document control.
(d) Training
(1) Correct and thorough training is essential to optimise compliance in every training
organisation. In order to achieve significant outcomes of such training, the training
organisation needs to ensure that all personnel understand the objectives laid down in the
organisations manual.
(2) Those responsible for managing the compliance monitoring function should receive training
in this task. Such training could cover the requirements of compliance monitoring, manuals
and procedures related to the task, audit techniques, reporting and recording.
(3) Time needs to be provided to train all personnel involved in compliance management and
for briefing the rest of the personnel.
(4) The allocation of time and resources needs to be governed by the activities covered by the
training organisation.

AMC2 ATCO.OR.C.001(f) Management system of training organisations

COMPLIANCE MONITORING
The person designated for the compliance monitoring function should be responsible for the review and
continuous improvement of the established management systems policies, processes and procedures.
The following tools are essential to the ongoing continuous improvement process:
(a) organisational risk profile;
(b) risk management plan;
(c) coherence matrix;
(d) corrective and preventive action reports; and
(e) inspection and audit reports.

GM2 ATCO.OR.C.001(f) Management system of training organisations

COMPLIANCE MONITORING
(a) These tools and processes related to the compliance monitoring function are interrelated and
help define the continuous improvement efforts of the organisation. For example, any corrective
or preventive action report could identify a deficiency or an opportunity for improvement. The
person responsible for the compliance monitoring function would then be required to ensure the
identified issue was addressed and the corrective or preventive action effectively implemented.
The same would be true if the discovery of an issue was identified during an inspection or audit.
(b) The effective implementation of change and the subsequent validation that the change did result
in the desired outcome is critical to the continuous improvement process. Simply introducing a
well-meaning suggestion for improvement into the organisation without carefully managing that
change could have undesirable consequences. It is, therefore, the responsibility of the person in

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charge of the compliance monitoring function to introduce, monitor and validate improvement
efforts.
(c) A simple but effective process to use in managing continuous improvement is known as the plan-
do-check-act, or PDCA, approach:
(1) plan map out the implementation of the recommended change, identifying at least:
(i) those people who will be affected by the change;
(ii) the required measures necessary to mitigate risk; and
(iii) the desired outcome and its intended consequences.
(2) do execute the implementation plan once all affected groups have accepted the
proposal and understand their role in ensuring its success;
(3) check apply sufficient quality control stage checks throughout the implementation
phase to ensure any unintended deviations in the execution are identified and addressed
without delay; and
(4) act analyse the results and take appropriate action as necessary.

AMC1 ATCO.OR.C.001(g) Management system of training organisations

SIZE, NATURE AND COMPLEXITY OF THE ACTIVITY
(a) A training organisation should be considered as complex when it has a workforce of more than 20
full-time equivalents (FTEs) involved in the activity subject to Regulation (EC) No 216/20084 and its
Implementing Rules.
(b) A training organisation with up to 20 FTEs involved in the activity subject to Regulation (EC)
No 216/2008 and its Implementing Rules may also be considered complex based on an
assessment of the following factors:
(1) the extent and scope of contracted activities subject to the certificate, in terms of
complexity; and
(2) the different types of training provided, in terms of risk criteria.

ATCO.OR.C.005 Contracted activities

(a) Training organisations shall ensure that when contracting or purchasing any parts of their
activities, the contracted or purchased activity or part of activity conform to the applicable
requirements.
(b) When a training organisation contracts any part of its activity to an organisation that is not itself
certified in accordance with this Regulation to carry out such activity, the contracted organisation
shall work under the terms of approval contained in the certificate issued to the contracting
training organisation. The contracting training organisation shall ensure that the competent
authority is given access to the contracted organisation to determine continued compliance with
the applicable requirements.

AMC1 ATCO.OR.C.005 Contracted activities

(a) Training organisations may decide to contract certain parts of their activities to external
organisations.

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Regulation (EC) No 216/2008 of the European Parliament and of the Council of 20 February 2008 on common rules in the
field of civil aviation and establishing a European Aviation Safety Agency, and repealing Council Directive 91/670/EEC,
Regulation (EC) No 1592/2002 and Directive 2004/36/EC (OJ L 79, 19.3.2008, p. 1).

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(b) A written agreement should exist between the training organisation and the contracted
organisation clearly defining the contracted activities and the applicable requirements.
(c) The contracted safety-related activities relevant to the agreement should be included in the
training organisations compliance monitoring programme.
(d) Training organisations should ensure that the contracted organisation has the necessary
authorisation or approval when required, and commands the resources and competence to
undertake the task.

GM1 ATCO.OR.C.005 Contracted activities

RESPONSIBILITY WHEN CONTRACTING ACTIVITIES
(a) Regardless of the approval status of the contracted organisation, the contracting organisation is
responsible to ensure that all contracted activities are subject to hazard identification and risk
management as required by ATCO.OR.C.001(c) and to compliance monitoring as required by
ATCO.OR.C.001(f).
(b) When the contracted organisation is itself certified to carry out the contracted activities, the
organisations compliance monitoring should at least check that the approval effectively covers
the contracted activities and that it is still valid.

ATCO.OR.C.010 Personnel requirements

(a) Training organisations shall appoint an accountable manager.
(b) A person or persons shall be nominated by the training organisation with the responsibility for
training. Such person or persons shall be ultimately responsible to the accountable manager.
(c) Training organisations shall have sufficient qualified personnel for the planned tasks and activities
to be performed in accordance with the applicable requirements.
(d) Training organisations shall maintain a record of theoretical instructors with their relevant
professional qualifications, adequate knowledge and experience and their demonstration,
instructional techniques assessment and subjects they are entitled to teach.
(e) Training organisations shall establish a procedure to maintain competence of the theoretical
instructors.
(f) Training organisations shall ensure that practical instructors and assessors successfully complete
refresher training in order to revalidate the respective endorsement.
(g) Training organisations shall maintain a record of persons qualified for assessing practical
instructors' competence and assessors' competence, in accordance with ATCO.C.045, with their
relevant endorsements.

GM1 ATCO.OR.C.010(b);(c) Personnel requirements

(a) Training organisations may nominate the person responsible for training and a person or persons
subordinate to him or her as chief training instructor(s)/unit responsible training officer(s).
(b) Usually, training organisations nominate only one person responsible for training.
(c) Prerequisites, typical function and responsibilities of the person responsible for training may be:
(1) to have extensive experience in instructing for all types of ATC training and possess sound
managerial capability;
(2) to have overall responsibility for ensuring satisfactory integration of all training provided
and for supervising the progress of the persons undertaking training;
(3) to be responsible for coordinating and delegating the contact to the competent authority in
training-related issues; and

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(4) to be ultimately responsible to the accountable manager.

(d) Prerequisites, typical functions and responsibilities of the chief training instructor(s)/unit
responsible training officer(s) may be:
(1) to have extensive experience in instructing for all types of ATC training and possess sound
managerial capability;
(2) to have responsibility for ensuring satisfactory training is provided and for supervising the
progress of the persons undertaking training in the areas that have been delegated by the
person responsible for training; and
(3) to report to the person responsible for training.

ATCO.OR.C.015 Facilities and equipment

(a) Training organisations shall have facilities allowing the performance and management of all
planned tasks and activities in accordance with this Regulation.
(b) The training organisation shall ensure that the synthetic training devices comply with the
applicable specifications and requirements appropriate to the task.
(c) During on-the-job training instruction, the training organisation shall ensure that the instructor
has exactly the same information as the person undertaking OJT and the means to intervene
immediately.

AMC1 ATCO.OR.C.015(a) Facilities and equipment

(a) General areas
A training organisation should have access to facilities appropriate to the size and scope of the
intended operations provided in an environment conducive to learning.
(b) Training areas
For training organisations providing theoretical training, the facilities should also include sufficient
suitably equipped classroom areas.

GM1 ATCO.OR.C.015(a) Facilities and equipment

(a) General areas
These facilities should include general areas, which consist of sufficient:
(1) office space for managerial and administrative as well as training staff;
(2) rooms for study and testing;
(3) library facilities; and
(4) storage areas, including secure areas for training and personnel records.
(b) Training areas
For training organisations providing practical training, the facilities should also include sufficient:
(1) rooms for briefing and debriefing; and
(2) suitably equipped rooms for practical training.

AMC1 ATCO.OR.C.015(b) Facilities and equipment

SPECIFICATIONS FOR SYNTHETIC TRAINING DEVICES
(a) Synthetic training devices classifications

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Synthetic training devices used for training should be classified according to one of the following
classifications:
(1) simulator (SIM);
(2) part-task trainer (PTT).
(b) Synthetic training device (STD) criteria
If an STD is used for training, it should be approved by the competent authority as part of the
course approval process for any training plan. Training organisations should demonstrate how the
STD will provide adequate support for the intended training, in particular, how the STD will meet
the stated objectives of the practical training exercises and enable the performance objectives to
be assessed to the level determined in the training programme.
This demonstration and the related documentation should include the following relevant criteria:
(1) the general environment, which should provide an environment in which STD exercises may
be run without undue interference from unrelated activities;
(2) the STD layout;
(3) the equipment provided;
(4) the display presentation, functionality, and updating of operational information;
(5) data displays, including strip displays, where appropriate;
(6) coordination facilities;
(7) aircraft performance characteristics, including the availability of manoeuvres, e.g. holding
or instrumental landing system (ILS) operation, required for a particular simulation;
(8) the availability of real-time changes during an exercise;
(9) the processes by which the training organisation can be assured that staff associated with
the training conducted with the use of an STD are competent;
(10) the degree of realism of any voice recognition system associated with the STD; and
(11) where a simulator is an integral part of an operational ATC system, the processes by which
the training organisation is assured that interference between the simulated and
operational environments is prevented.
The extent to which the STD achieves the above criteria will be used to determine the adequacy
of the STD for the proposed use. As a general principle, the greater the degree of replication of
the operational position being represented, the greater the use will be possible for any particular
training.
(c) STD used for pre-on-the-job training
When an STD is used for pre-on-the-job training and the training time is counted as operational
training, the STD classification should be a full-size replica of a working position, including all
equipment, and computer programmes necessary to represent the full tasks associated with that
position, including realistic wind at all levels to facilitate SRA. In the case of a working position at a
tower unit, it includes an out-of-the-tower view.

ATCO.OR.C.020 Record keeping

(a) Training organisations shall retain detailed records of persons undertaking or having undertaken
training to show that all requirements of the training courses have been met.
(b) Training organisations shall establish and maintain a system for recording the professional
qualifications and instructional techniques assessments of instructors and assessors, as well as the
subjects they are entitled to teach, where appropriate.

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(c) The records required in points (a) and (b) shall be retained for a minimum period of five years
subject to the applicable national data protection law:
(1) after the person undertaking training has completed the course; and
(2) after the instructor or assessor ceases to perform a function for the training organisation,
as applicable.
(d) The archiving process including the format of the records shall be specified in the training
organisation's management system.
(e) Records shall be stored in a secure manner.

AMC1 ATCO.OR.C.020(a);(b) Record keeping

Training organisations should maintain the following records:
(a) Records of persons undertaking training:
(1) personal information;
(2) details of training received including the starting date of the training, as well as the results
of the examinations and assessments;
(3) detailed and regular progress report forms;
(4) certificate of completion of training courses.
(b) Records of instructors and assessors:
(1) personal information;
(2) qualification records;
(3) records of refresher training for instructors and assessors;
(4) assessment reports;
(5) instructional and/or assessment time records.
Training organisations should submit training records and reports to the competent authority as
required.

ATCO.OR.C.025 Funding and insurances

Training organisations shall demonstrate that sufficient funding is available to conduct the training
according to this Regulation and that the activities have sufficient insurance cover in accordance with
the nature of the training provided and all activities can be carried out in accordance with this
Regulation.

AMC1 ATCO.OR.C.025 Funding and insurances

SUFFICIENT FUNDING
To demonstrate compliance with the requirement on the availability of sufficient funding, training
organisations may be required to present an economic study identifying the minimum amount
necessary to ensure that the training is conducted in accordance with the applicable requirements.

AMC2 ATCO.OR.C.025 Funding and insurances

SUFFICIENT INSURANCE COVER
To demonstrate compliance with the requirement on sufficient insurance cover, training organisations
may be required to provide a deposit of an insurance certificate or other evidence of valid insurance.
The insurance cover should be established by taking into account the nature of the training provided,
the frequency and the fees applicable to the training courses.

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SUBPART D REQUIREMENTS FOR TRAINING COURSES AND TRAINING PLANS

ATCO.OR.D.001 Requirements for training courses and training plans

Training organisations shall develop:
(a) training plans and training courses associated to the type(s) of training provided in accordance
with the requirements set out in Annex I (Part ATCO), Subpart D;
(b) subjects, subject objectives, topics and subtopics for rating endorsements in accordance with the
requirements laid down in Annex I (Part ATCO);
(c) methods of assessments in accordance with ATCO.D.090(a)(3) and ATCO.D.095(a)(3).

ATCO.OR.D.005 Examination and assessment results and certificates

(a) The training organisation shall make available to the applicant his/her results of examinations and
assessments and, upon applicant's request, issue a certificate with his/her result of examinations
and assessments.
(b) Upon successful completion of initial training, or of rating training for the issue of an additional
rating, the training organisation shall issue a certificate.
(c) A certificate of completion of the basic training shall only be issued upon request of the applicant
if all subjects, topics and subtopics contained in Appendix 2 of Annex I have been completed and
the applicant has successfully passed the associated examinations and assessments.

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SUBPART E REQUIREMENTS FOR AERO-MEDICAL CENTRES

ATCO.OR.E.001 Aero-medical centres

Aero-medical centres (AeMCs) shall apply the provisions of Subparts ORA.GEN and ORA.AeMC of Annex
VII to Commission Regulation (EU) No 290/20125, with:
(a) all references to class 1 to be replaced with class 3; and
(b) all references to Part MED to be replaced with Part ATCO.MED.

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Commission Regulation (EU) No 290/2012 of 30 March 2012 amending Regulation (EU) No 1178/2011
laying down technical requirements and administrative procedures related to civil aviation aircrew
pursuant to Regulation (EC) No 216/2008 of the European Parliament and of the Council (OJ L 100,
5.4.2012, p. 1).

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ANNEX IV

PART ATCO.MED
MEDICAL REQUIREMENTS FOR AIR TRAFFIC CONTROLLERS

SUBPART A GENERAL REQUIREMENTS

SECTION 1
GENERAL

ATCO.MED.A.001 Competent authority

For the purpose of this Part, the competent authority shall be:
(a) for aero-medical centres (AeMCs):
(1) the authority designated by the Member State where the AeMC has its principal place of
business;
(2) the Agency, when the AeMC is located in a third country.
(b) for aero-medical examiners (AMEs):
(1) the authority designated by the Member State where the AMEs have their principal place
of practice;
(2) if the principal place of practice of an AME is located in a third country, the authority
designated by the Member State to which the AME applies for the issue of the certificate.

ATCO.MED.A.005 Scope
This Part, set out in this Annex, establishes the requirements for:
(a) the issue, validity, revalidation and renewal of the medical certificate required for exercising the
privileges of an air traffic controller licence or of a student air traffic controller licence with the
exception of synthetic training device instructor; and
(b) the certification of AMEs to issue class 3 medical certificates.

ATCO.MED.A.010 Definitions
For the purpose of this Part, the following definitions apply:
(a) Accredited medical conclusion means the conclusion reached by one or more medical experts
acceptable to the licensing authority, on the basis of objective and non-discriminatory criteria, for
the purposes of the case concerned, in consultation with operational experts or other experts as
necessary and including an operational risk assessment;
(b) Aero-medical assessment means the conclusion on the medical fitness of an applicant based on
the evaluation of the applicant's medical history and aero-medical examinations as required in
this Part and further examinations and medical tests as necessary;
(c) Aero-medical examination means inspection, palpation, percussion, auscultation or any other
means of investigation especially for determining the medical fitness to exercise the privileges of
the licence;
(d) Eye specialist means an ophthalmologist or a vision care specialist qualified in optometry and
trained to recognise pathological conditions;

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(e) Investigation means the assessment of a suspected pathological condition of an applicant by

means of examinations and tests to verify the presence or absence of a medical condition;
(f) Licensing authority means the competent authority of the Member State that issued the licence,
or to which a person applies for the issue of a licence, or, when a person has not yet applied for
the issue of a licence, the competent authority in accordance with this Part;
(g) Limitation means a condition placed on the medical certificate that shall be complied with whilst
exercising the privileges of the licence;
(h) Refractive error means the deviation from emmetropia measured in dioptres in the most
ametropic meridian, measured by standard methods;
(i) Significant means a degree of a medical condition, the effect of which would prevent the safe
exercise of the privileges of the licence.

ATCO.MED.A.015 Medical confidentiality

All persons involved in aero-medical examination, aero-medical assessment and certification shall
ensure that medical confidentiality is respected at all times.

AMC1 ATCO.MED.A.015 Medical confidentiality

To ensure medical confidentiality, all medical reports and records should be securely held with
accessibility restricted to personnel authorised by the medical assessor.

ATCO.MED.A.020 Decrease in medical fitness

(a) Licence holders shall not exercise the privileges of their licence at any time when they:
(1) are aware of any decrease in their medical fitness which might render them unable to
safely exercise those privileges;
(2) take or use any prescribed or non-prescribed medication which is likely to interfere with
the safe exercise of the privileges of the licence;
(3) receive any medical, surgical or other treatment that is likely to interfere with the safe
exercise of the privileges of the licence.
(b) In addition, holders of a class 3 medical certificate shall, without undue delay and before
exercising the privileges of their licence, seek aero-medical advice when they:
(1) have undergone a surgical operation or invasive procedure;
(2) have commenced the regular use of any medication;
(3) have suffered any significant personal injury involving any incapacity to exercise the
privileges of the licence;
(4) have been suffering from any significant illness involving any incapacity to exercise the
privileges of the licence;
(5) are pregnant;
(6) have been admitted to hospital or medical clinic;
(7) first require correcting lenses.
In these cases the AeMC or AME shall assess the medical fitness of the licence holder or student
air traffic controller and decide whether they are fit to resume the exercise of their privileges.

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GM1 ATCO.MED.A.020 Decrease in medical fitness

MEDICATION GUIDANCE FOR AIR TRAFFIC CONTROLLERS
(a) Any medication can cause side effects, some of which may impair the safe exercise of the
privileges of the licence. Equally, symptoms of colds, sore throats, diarrhoea and other abdominal
upsets may cause little or no problem whilst not exercising the privileges of the licence, but may
distract the air traffic controller and degrade their performance whilst on duty. Therefore, one
issue with medication and the safe exercise of the privileges of the licence is the underlying
condition and, in addition, the symptoms may be compounded by the side effects of the
medication prescribed or bought over the counter for treatment. This guidance material provides
some help to air traffic controllers in deciding whether expert aero-medical advice by an AME,
AeMC or Medical Assessor is needed.
(b) Before taking any medication and exercising the privileges of the licence, the following three basic
questions should be satisfactorily answered:
(1) Do I feel fit to control?
(2) Do I really need to take medication at all?
(3) Have I given this particular medication a personal trial whilst not exercising the privileges of
my licence to ensure that it will not have any adverse effects on my ability to exercise the
privileges of my licence?
(c) Confirming the absence of adverse effects may well need expert aero-medical advice.
(d) The following are some widely used medicines with a description of their compatibility with the
safe exercise of the privileges of the licence:
(1) Antibiotics. Antibiotics may have short-term or delayed side effects which can affect the
performance of the air traffic controller. More significantly, however, their use usually
indicates that an infection is present and, thus, the effects of this infection may mean that
an air traffic controller is not fit to control and should obtain expert aero-medical advice.
(2) Anti-malaria drugs. The decision on the need for anti-malaria drugs depends on the
geographical areas to be visited, and the risk that the air traffic controller has of being
exposed to mosquitoes and of developing malaria. An expert medical opinion should be
obtained to establish whether anti-malaria drugs are needed and what kind of drugs should
be used. Most of the anti-malaria drugs (atovaquone plus proguanil, chloroquine,
doxycycline) are compatible with the safe exercise of the privileges of the licence. However,
adverse effects associated with mefloquine include insomnia, strange dreams, mood
changes, nausea, diarrhoea and headaches. In addition, mefloquine may cause spatial
disorientation and lack of fine coordination and is, therefore, not compatible with the safe
exercise of the privileges of the licence.
(3) Antihistamines. Antihistamines can cause drowsiness. They are widely used in cold cures
and in treatment of hay fever, asthma and allergic rashes. They may be in tablet form or a
constituent of nose drops or sprays. In many cases, the condition itself may preclude the
safe exercise of the privileges of the licence, so that, if treatment is necessary, expert aero-
medical advice should be sought so that so-called non-sedative antihistamines, which do
not degrade human performance, can be prescribed.
(4) Cough medicines. Antitussives often contain codeine, dextromethorfan or pseudo-
ephedrine which are not compatible with the safe exercise of the privileges of the licence.
However, mucolytic agents (e.g. carbocysteine) are well tolerated and are compatible with
the safe exercise of the privileges of the licence.
(5) Decongestants. Nasal decongestants with no effect on alertness may be compatible with
the safe exercise of the privileges of the licence.

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(6) Nasal corticosteroids are commonly used to treat hay fever, and are compatible with the
safe exercise of the privileges of the licence.
(7)
(i) Common pain killers and antifebrile drugs. Non-Steroidal Anti-Inflammatory Drugs
(NSAIDs) and paracetamol, commonly used to treat pain, fever or headaches, may be
compatible with the safe exercise of the privileges of the licence. However, the air
traffic controller should give affirmative answers to the three basic questions in
paragraph (b) before using the medication and exercising the privileges of the
licence.
(ii) Strong analgesics. The more potent analgesics including codeine are opiate
derivatives, and may produce a significant decrement in human performance and,
therefore, are not compatible with the safe exercise of the privileges of the licence.
(8) Anti-ulcer medicines. Gastric secretion inhibitors such as H2 antagonists (e.g. ranitidine,
cimetidine) or proton pump inhibitors (e.g. omeprazole) may be acceptable after diagnosis
of the pathological condition. It is important to seek for the medical diagnosis and not to
only treat the dyspeptic symptoms.
(9) Anti-diarrhoeal drugs. Loperamide is one of the more common anti-diarrhoeal drugs and is
usually safe to take whilst exercising the privileges of the licence. However, the diarrhoea
itself often makes the air traffic controller unable to exercise the privileges of the licence.
(10) Hormonal contraceptives and hormone replacement therapy usually have no adverse
effects and are compatible with the safe exercise of the privileges of the licence.
(11) Erectile dysfunction medication. This medication may cause disturbances in colour vision
and dizziness. There should be at least six hours between taking sildenafil and exercising
the privileges of the licence; and 36 hours between taking vardenafil or tadalafil and
exercising the privileges of the licence.
(12) Smoking cessation. Nicotine replacement therapy may be acceptable. However, other
medication affecting the central nervous system (buproprion, varenicline) is not acceptable
for air traffic controllers.
(13) High blood pressure medication. Most anti-hypertensive drugs are compatible with the safe
exercise of the privileges of the licence. However, if the level of blood pressure is such that
drug therapy is required, the air traffic controller should be monitored for any side effects
before exercising the privileges of the licence. Therefore, consultation with the AME, AeMC
or Medical Assessor as applicable, is needed.
(14) Asthma medication. Asthma has to be clinically stable before an air traffic controller can
return to exercising the privileges of the licence. The use of respiratory aerosols or
powders, such as corticosteroids, beta-2-agonists or chromoglycic acid may be compatible
with the safe exercise of the privileges of the licence. However, the use of oral steroids or
theophylline derivatives is usually incompatible with the safe exercise of the privileges of
the licence. Air traffic controllers using medication for asthma should consult an AME,
AeMC, or Medical Assessor, as applicable.
(15) Tranquillisers, anti-depressants and sedatives. The inability to react, due to the use of this
group of medicines, together with the underlying condition for which these medications
have been prescribed, will almost certainly mean that the mental state of an air traffic
controller is not compatible with the safe exercise of the privileges of the licence. Air traffic
controllers using tranquillisers, anti-depressants and sedatives should consult an AME,
AeMC, or Medical Assessor, as applicable.
(16) Sleeping tablets. Sleeping tablets dull the senses, may cause confusion and slow reaction
times. The duration of effect may vary from individual to individual and may be unduly

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prolonged. Air traffic controllers using sleeping tablets should consult an AME, AeMC, or
Medical Assessor, as applicable.
(17) Melatonin. Melatonin is a hormone that is involved with the regulation of the circadian
rhythm. In some countries it is a prescription medicine, whereas in most other countries it
is regarded as a dietary supplement and can be bought without any prescription. The
results from the efficiency of melatonin in treatment of jet lag or sleep disorders have been
contradictory. Air traffic controllers using melatonin should consult an AME, AeMC, or
Medical Assessor, as applicable.
(18) Coffee and other caffeinated drinks may be acceptable, but excessive coffee drinking may
have harmful effects, including disturbance of the hearts rhythm. Other stimulants
including caffeine pills, amphetamines, etc. (often known as pep pills) used to maintain
wakefulness or suppress appetite can be habit forming. Susceptibility to different
stimulants varies from one individual to another, and all may cause dangerous
overconfidence. Overdosage causes headaches, dizziness and mental disturbance. These
other stimulants should not be used.
(19) Anaesthetics. Following local, general, dental and other anaesthetics, a period of time
should elapse before returning to exercising the privileges of the licence. The period will
vary considerably from individual to individual, but an air traffic controller should not
exercise the privileges of the licence for at least 12 hours after a local anaesthetic, and for
at least 48 hours after a general, spinal or epidural anaesthetic.
(e) Many preparations on the market nowadays contain a combination of medicines. It is, therefore,
essential that if there is any new medication or dosage, however slight, the effect should be
observed by the air traffic controller whilst not exercising the privileges of the licence. It should be
noted that medication which would not normally affect air traffic controller performance may do
so in individuals who are oversensitive to a particular preparation. Individuals are, therefore,
advised not to take any medicines before or whilst exercising the privileges of their licence unless
they are completely familiar with their effects on their own bodies. In cases of doubt, air traffic
controllers should consult an AME, AeMC, or Medical Assessor, as applicable.
(f) Other treatments
Alternative or complementary medicine, such as acupuncture, homeopathy, hypnotherapy and
several other disciplines, is developing and gaining greater credibility. Such treatments are more
acceptable in some States than others. There is a need to ensure that other treatments, as well
as the underlying condition, are declared and considered by the AME, AeMC, or Medical Assessor,
as applicable, for assessing fitness.

ATCO.MED.A.025 Obligations of AeMC and AME

(a) When conducting aero-medical examinations and assessments as required in this Part, the AeMC
or AME shall:
(1) ensure that communication with the applicant can be established without language
barriers;
(2) make the applicant aware of the consequences of providing incomplete, inaccurate or false
statements on their medical history;
(3) notify the licensing authority if the applicant provides incomplete, inaccurate or false
statements on their medical history;
(4) notify the licensing authority if the applicant withdraws the application for a medical
certificate at any stage of the process.
(b) After completion of the aero-medical examinations and assessments, the AeMC and AME shall:
(1) advise the applicant whether fit, unfit or referred to the licensing authority;

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(2) inform the applicant of any limitation placed on the medical certificate; and
(3) if the applicant has been assessed as unfit, inform him/her of his/her right of a review of
the decision; and
(4) submit without delay to the licensing authority a signed, or electronically authenticated,
report containing the detailed results of the aero-medical examination and assessment for
the medical certificate and a copy of the application form, the examination form and the
medical certificate; and
(5) inform the applicant of their responsibility in the case of decrease in medical fitness as
specified in ATCO.MED.A.020.
(c) AeMCs and AMEs shall maintain records with details of aero-medical examinations and
assessments performed in accordance with this Part and their results for a minimum period of 10
years, or for a period as determined by national legislation if this is longer.
(d) AeMCs and AMEs shall submit to the medical assessor of the competent authority, upon request,
all aero-medical records and reports, and any other relevant information when required for:
(1) medical certification;
(2) oversight functions.

AMC1 ATCO.MED.A.025 Obligations of AeMC and AME

(a) If the aero-medical examination is carried out by two or more AMEs, only one of them should be
responsible for coordinating the results of the examination, evaluating the findings with regard to
medical fitness and signing the report.
(b) The applicant should be made aware that the associated medical certificate may be suspended or
revoked if the applicant provides incomplete, inaccurate or false statements on their medical
history to the AME or AeMC.
(c) The AME or AeMC should give advice to the applicant on treatment and preventive measures if,
during the course of the examination, medical conditions which may endanger the medical fitness
of the applicant in the future are found.

GM1 ATCO.MED.A.025 Obligations of AeMC and AME

GUIDELINES FOR THE AEMC AND AME CONDUCTING THE AERO-MEDICAL EXAMINATIONS AND
ASSESSMENTS FOR CLASS 3 MEDICAL CERTIFICATES
(a) Before performing the aero-medical examination, the AeMC or AME should:
(1) verify the applicants identity by checking their identity card, passport, driving licence or
other official document containing a photograph of the applicant;
(2) obtain details of the applicants licence from the applicants licensing authority if they do
not have their licence with them;
(3) obtain details of the applicants most recent medical certificate from the applicants
licensing authority if they do not have their certificate with them;
(4) in the case of a specific medical examination (SIC) on the existing medical certificate, obtain
details of the specific medical condition and any associated instructions from the
applicants licensing authority. This could include, for example, a requirement to undergo a
specific examination or test;
(5) except for initial applicants, ascertain, from the previous medical certificate, which routine
medical test(s) should be conducted, for example electrocardiogram (ECG);

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(6) provide the applicant with the application form for a medical certificate and the
instructions for its completion and ask the applicant to complete the form but not to sign it
yet;
(7) go through the form with the applicant and give information to help the applicant
understand the significance of the entries and ask any questions which might help the
applicant to recall important historical medical data; and
(8) verify that the form is complete and legible, ask the applicant to sign and date the form and
then sign it as well. If the applicant declines to complete the application form fully or
declines to sign the declaration consent to the release of medical information, inform the
applicant that it may not be possible to issue a medical certificate regardless of the
outcome of the clinical examination.
(b) Once all the items in (a) have been addressed, the AeMC or AME should:
(1) perform the aero-medical examination of the applicant in accordance with the applicable
rules;
(2) arrange for additional specialist medical examinations, such as otorhinolaryngology or
ophthalmology, to be conducted as applicable and obtain the associated report forms or
reports;
(3) complete the aero-medical examination report form in accordance with the associated
instructions for completion; and
(4) ensure that all of the report forms are complete, accurate and legible.
(c) Once all the actions in (b) have been carried out, the AeMC or AME should review the report
forms and:
(1) if satisfied that the applicant meets the applicable medical requirements as set out in this
Part, issue a medical certificate, with limitations if necessary. The applicant should sign the
certificate once signed by the AeMC or AME; or
(2) if the applicant does not meet the applicable medical requirements or if the fitness of the
applicant is in doubt:
(i) refer the decision on medical fitness to the licensing authority as indicated in
ATCO.MED.B.001; or
(ii) deny issuance of a medical certificate, explain the reason(s) for denial to the
applicant and inform them of their right of a review according to the procedures of
the competent authority.
(d) The AeMC or AME should send the documents as required by ATCO.MED.A.025(b) to the
applicants licensing authority within five days from the date of the aero-medical examination. If a
medical certificate has been denied or the decision has been referred, the documents should be
sent to the licensing authority on the same day that the denial or referral decision is reached.

SECTION 2
REQUIREMENTS FOR MEDICAL CERTIFICATES

ATCO.MED.A.030 Medical certificates

(a) Applicants for and holders of an air traffic controller licence, or student air traffic controller
licence, shall hold a class 3 medical certificate.
(b) A licence holder shall not at any time hold more than one medical certificate issued in accordance
with this Part.

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ATCO.MED.A.035 Application for a medical certificate

(a) Applications for a medical certificate shall be made in a format established by the competent
authority.
(b) Applicants for a medical certificate shall provide the AeMC or AME with:
(1) proof of their identity;
(2) a signed declaration:
(i) of medical facts concerning their medical history;
(ii) as to whether they have previously applied for a medical certificate or have
undergone an aero-medical examination for a medical certificate and, if so, by whom
and with what result;
(iii) as to whether they have ever been assessed as unfit or had a medical certificate
suspended or revoked.
(c) When applying for a revalidation or renewal of the medical certificate, applicants shall present the
most recent medical certificate to the AeMC or AME prior to the relevant aero-medical
examinations.

AMC1 ATCO.MED.A.035 Application for a medical certificate

Except for initial applicants, when applicants do not present the most recent medical certificate to the
AeMC or AME prior to the relevant examinations, the AeMC or AME should not issue the medical
certificate unless relevant information is received from the licensing authority.

ATCO.MED.A.040 Issue, revalidation and renewal of medical certificates

(a) A medical certificate shall only be issued, revalidated or renewed once the required aero-medical
examinations and assessments have been completed and the applicant has been assessed as fit.
(b) Initial issue:
Initial class 3 medical certificates shall be issued by an AeMC.
(c) Revalidation and renewal:
Class 3 medical certificates shall be revalidated or renewed by an AeMC or an AME.
(d) The AeMC or AME shall only issue, revalidate or renew a medical certificate if:
(1) the applicant has provided them with a complete medical history and, if required by the
AeMC or AME, results of aero-medical examinations and tests conducted by the applicant's
physician or any medical specialists; and
(2) the AeMC or AME has conducted the aero-medical assessment based on the aero-medical
examinations and tests as required to verify that the applicant complies with all the
relevant requirements of this Part.
(e) The AME, AeMC or, in the case of referral, the licensing authority may require the applicant to
undergo additional medical examinations and investigations when clinically indicated before the
medical certificate is issued, revalidated or renewed.
(f) The licensing authority may issue or reissue a medical certificate, as applicable, if:
(1) a case is referred;
(2) it has identified that corrections to the information on the certificate are necessary, in
which case the incorrect medical certificate shall be revoked.

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ATCO.MED.A.045 Validity, revalidation and renewal of medical certificates

(a) Validity:
(1) Class 3 medical certificates shall be valid for a period of 24 months.
(2) The period of validity of class 3 medical certificates shall be reduced to 12 months for
licence holders who have reached the age of 40. A medical certificate issued prior to
reaching the age of 40 shall cease to be valid when the licence holder reaches the age of 41.
(3) The validity period of a medical certificate, including any associated examination or special
investigation, shall be:
(i) determined by the age of the applicant at the date when the aero-medical
examination takes place; and
(ii) calculated from the date of the aero-medical examination in the case of initial issue
and renewal, and from the expiry date of the previous medical certificate in the case
of revalidation.
(b) Revalidation:
Aero-medical examinations and assessments for the revalidation of a medical certificate may be
undertaken up to 45 days prior to the expiry date of the medical certificate.
(c) Renewal:
(1) If the holder of a medical certificate does not comply with point (b), a renewal aero-medical
examination and assessment shall be required.
(2) If the medical certificate has expired for:
(i) less than 2 years, a routine revalidation aero-medical examination shall be
performed;
(ii) more than 2 years, the AeMC or AME shall only conduct the renewal aero-medical
examination after assessment of the aero-medical records of the applicant;
(iii) more than 5 years, the aero-medical examination requirements for initial issue shall
apply and the assessment shall be based on the revalidation requirements.

ATCO.MED.A.046 Suspension or revocation of a medical certificate

(a) Upon revocation of the medical certificate, the holder shall immediately return the medical
certificate to the licensing authority.
(b) Upon suspension of the medical certificate, the holder shall return the medical certificate to the
licensing authority on request of the authority.

ATCO.MED.A.050 Referral
If an applicant for a class 3 medical certificate is referred to the licensing authority in accordance with
ATCO MED.B.001, the AeMC or AME shall transfer the relevant medical documentation to the licensing
authority.

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SUBPART B SPECIFIC REQUIREMENTS FOR CLASS 3 MEDICAL CERTIFICATES

SECTION 1
GENERAL

ATCO.MED.B.001 Limitations to medical certificates

(a) Limitations to class 3 medical certificates:
(1) If the applicant does not fully comply with the requirements for a class 3 medical certificate
but is considered to be not likely to jeopardise the safe exercise of the privileges of the
licence, the AeMC or AME shall:
(i) refer the decision on fitness of the applicant to the licensing authority as indicated in
this Subpart; or
(ii) in cases where a referral to the licensing authority is not indicated in this Subpart,
evaluate whether the applicant is able to perform their duties safely when complying
with one or more limitations endorsed on the medical certificate, and issue the
medical certificate with limitation(s) as necessary.
(2) The AeMC or AME may revalidate or renew a medical certificate with the same limitation
without referring the applicant to the licensing authority.
(b) When assessing whether a limitation is necessary, particular consideration shall be given to:
(1) whether accredited medical conclusion indicates that in special circumstances the
applicant's failure to meet any requirement, whether numerical or otherwise, is such that
exercise of the privileges of the licence is not likely to jeopardise the safe exercise of the
privileges of the licence;
(2) the applicant's experience relevant to the operation to be performed.
(c) Operational limitations
(1) The competent authority, in conjunction with the air navigation service provider, shall
determine the operational limitations applicable in the specific operational environment
concerned.
(2) Appropriate operational limitations shall only be placed on the medical certificate by the
licensing authority.
(d) Any other limitation may be imposed on the holder of a medical certificate if required to ensure
the safe exercise of the privileges of the licence.
(e) Any limitation imposed on the holder of a medical certificate shall be specified therein.

AMC1 ATCO.MED.B.001 Limitations to medical certificates

(a) An AeMC or AME may refer the decision on fitness of an applicant to the licensing authority in
borderline cases or where fitness is in doubt.
(b) In cases where a fit assessment may only be considered with a limitation, the AeMC, AME or the
licensing authority should evaluate the medical condition of the applicant with appropriate
personnel from the air navigation service provider and other experts, if necessary.
(c) Entry of limitations
(1) Limitations TML, VDL, VML, VNL, CCL, HAL, RXO may be imposed by an AME or an AeMC.
(2) Limitations VXL and VXN should be imposed with advice of the air navigation service
provider.

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(3) Limitations SIC and SSL should only be imposed by the licensing authority.
(d) Removal of limitations
All limitations should only be removed by the licensing authority.

AMC2 ATCO.MED.B.001 Limitations to medical certificates

LIMITATION CODES
(a) The following abbreviations for limitations should be used on the medical certificate as applicable:

Code Limitation
TML Restriction of the period of validity of the medical certificate
VDL Wear correction for defective distant vision and carry spare set of spectacles
VXL Correction for defective distant vision depending on the working environment
VML Wear correction for defective distant, intermediate and near vision and carry spare
set of spectacles
VNL Have correction available for defective near vision and carry spare set of spectacles
VXN Correction for defective near vision; correction for defective distant vision depending
on the working environment
RXO Specialist ophthalmological examinations
CCL Correction by means of contact lenses
HAL Valid only when hearing aids are worn
SIC Specific medical examination(s)
SSL Special restrictions as specified

(b) The abbreviations for the limitation codes should be explained to the holder of a medical
certificate as follows:
(1) TML Time limitation
The period of validity of the medical certificate is limited to the duration as shown on the
medical certificate. This period of validity commences on the date of the aero-medical
examination. Any period of validity remaining on the previous medical certificate is no
longer valid. The holder of a medical certificate should present him/herself for
reassessment or examination when advised and should follow any medical
recommendations.
(2) VDL Wear corrective lenses and carry a spare set of spectacles
Correction for defective distant vision: whilst exercising the privileges of the licence, the
holder of a medical certificate should wear spectacles or contact lenses that correct for
defective distant vision as examined and approved by the AeMC or AME. Contact lenses
may not be worn until cleared to do so by an AeMC or AME. A spare set of spectacles,
approved by the AeMC or AME, should be readily available.
(3) VXL Correction for defective distant vision depending on the working environment
Correction for defective distant vision does not have to be worn if the air traffic controllers
visual working environment is in the area of up to 100 cm. Applicants who do not meet the
uncorrected distant visual acuity requirement but meet the visual acuity requirement for
intermediate and near vision without correction and whose visual working environment is
only the intermediate and near vision area (up to 100 cm) may work without corrective
lenses.

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(4) VML Wear multifocal spectacles and carry a spare set of spectacles
Correction for defective distant, intermediate and near vision: whilst exercising the
privileges of the licence, the holder of a medical certificate should wear spectacles that
correct for defective distant, intermediate and near vision as examined and approved by
the AeMC or AME. Contact lenses or full-frame spectacles, when either correct for near
vision only, may not be worn.
(5) VNL Have available corrective spectacles and a spare set of spectacles
Correction for defective near vision: whilst exercising the privileges of the licence, the
holder of a medical certificate should have readily available spectacles that correct for
defective near vision as examined and approved by the AeMC or AME. Contact lenses or
full-frame spectacles, when either correct for near vision only, may not be worn.
(6) VXN Have available corrective spectacles and a spare set of spectacles; correction for
defective distant vision depending on the working environment.
Correction for defective distant vision does not have to be worn if the air traffic controllers
visual working environment is in the area of up to 100 cm. Applicants who do not meet the
uncorrected distant and uncorrected near visual acuity requirements, but meet the visual
acuity requirement for intermediate vision without correction and whose visual working
environment is only the intermediate and near vision area (up to 100 cm) should have
readily available spectacles and a spare set that correct for defective near vision as
examined and approved by the AeMC or AME. Contact lenses or full-frame spectacles,
when either correct for near vision only, may not be worn.
(7) CCL Wear contact lenses that correct for defective vision
Correction for defective distant vision: whilst exercising the privileges of the licence, the
holder of a medical certificate should wear contact lenses that correct for defective distant
vision, as examined and approved by the AeMC or AME. A spare set of similarly correcting
spectacles shall be readily available for immediate use whilst exercising the privileges of the
licence.
(8) RXO Specialist ophthalmological examination(s)
Specialist ophthalmological examination(s), other than the examinations stipulated in this
Part, are required for a significant reason.
(9) HAL Hearing aid(s)
Whilst exercising the privileges of the licence, the holder of the medical certificate should
use hearing aid(s) that compensate(s) for defective hearing as examined and approved by
the AeMC or AME. A spare set of batteries should be available.
(10) SIC Specific medical examination(s)
This limitation requires the AeMC or AME to contact the licensing authority before
embarking upon renewal or revalidation aero-medical assessment. It is likely to concern a
medical history of which the AME should be aware prior to undertaking the aero-medical
assessment.
(11) SSL Special restrictions as specified
This limitation may be considered when an individually specified limitation, not defined in
this paragraph, is appropriate to mitigate an increased level of risk to the safe exercise of
the privileges of the licence. The description of the SSL should be entered on the medical
certificate or in a separate document to be carried with the medical certificate.

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SECTION 2
SPECIFIC REQUIREMENTS FOR CLASS 3 MEDICAL CERTIFICATES

ATCO.MED.B.005 General
Applicants shall be free from any of the following that would entail a degree of functional incapacity
which is likely to interfere with the safe performance of duties or could render the applicant likely to
become suddenly unable to exercise the privileges of the licence safely:
(1) abnormality, congenital or acquired;
(2) active, latent, acute or chronic disease or disability;
(3) wound, injury or sequelae from operation;
(4) effect or side effect of any prescribed or non-prescribed therapeutic, diagnostic or
preventive medication taken.

ATCO.MED.B.010 Cardiovascular system

(a) Examination:
(1) A standard 12-lead resting electrocardiogram (ECG) and report shall be completed at the
examination for the initial issue of a medical certificate and then:
(i) every 4 years until the age of 30;
(ii) at all revalidation or renewal examinations thereafter; and
(iii) when clinically indicated.
(2) An extended cardiovascular assessment shall be completed:
(i) at the first revalidation or renewal examination after the age of 65;
(ii) every 4 years thereafter; and
(iii) when clinically indicated.
(3) Estimation of serum lipids, including cholesterol, shall be required at the examination for
the initial issue of a medical certificate, at the first examination after having reached the
age of 40, and when clinically indicated.
(b) Cardiovascular system General:
(1) Applicants with any of the following conditions shall be assessed as unfit:
(i) aneurysm of the thoracic or supra-renal abdominal aorta before surgery;
(ii) significant functional or symptomatic abnormality of any of the heart valves;
(iii) heart or heart/lung transplantation.
(2) Applicants with an established history or diagnosis of any of the following conditions shall
be referred to the licensing authority before a fit assessment may be considered:
(i) peripheral arterial disease before or after surgery;
(ii) aneurysm of the thoracic or supra-renal abdominal aorta after surgery;
(iii) aneurysm of the infra-renal abdominal aorta before or after surgery;
(iv) functionally insignificant cardiac valvular abnormalities;
(v) after cardiac valve surgery;
(vi) abnormality of the pericardium, myocardium or endocardium;
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(viii) recurrent vasovagal syncope;

(ix) arterial or venous thrombosis;
(x) pulmonary embolism;
(xi) cardiovascular condition requiring systemic anticoagulant therapy.
(c) Blood pressure:
(1) Blood pressure shall be recorded at each examination.
(2) The applicant's blood pressure shall be within normal limits.
(3) Applicants shall be assessed as unfit when:
(i) they have symptomatic hypotension; or
(ii) when their blood pressure at examination consistently exceeds 160 mmHg systolic
and/or 95 mmHg diastolic, with or without treatment.
(4) The initiation of medication for the control of blood pressure shall require a period of
temporary unfit assessment to establish the absence of significant side effects.
(d) Coronary artery disease:
(1) Applicants with any of the following conditions shall be assessed as unfit:
(i) symptomatic coronary artery disease;
(ii) symptoms of coronary artery disease controlled by medication.
(2) Applicants with any of the following conditions shall be referred to the licensing authority
and undergo cardiological evaluation to exclude myocardial ischaemia before a fit
assessment may be considered:
(i) suspected myocardial ischaemia;
(ii) asymptomatic minor coronary artery disease requiring no anti-anginal treatment.
(3) Applicants with a history or diagnosis of any of the following conditions shall be referred to
the licensing authority and undergo a cardiological evaluation before a fit assessment may
be considered:
(i) myocardial ischaemia;
(ii) myocardial infarction;
(iii) revascularisation and stenting for coronary artery disease.
(e) Rhythm/Conduction disturbances:
(1) Applicants for a class 3 medical certificate with any significant disturbance of cardiac
conduction or rhythm, intermittent or established shall be referred to the licensing
authority and undergo cardiological evaluation with satisfactory results before a fit
assessment may be considered. These disturbances shall include any of the
following:
(i) disturbance of supraventricular rhythm, including intermittent or established
sinoatrial dysfunction, atrial fibrillation and/or flutter and asymptomatic sinus
pauses;
(ii) complete left bundle branch block;
(iii) Mobitz type 2 atrioventricular block;
(iv) broad and/or narrow complex tachycardia;
(v) ventricular pre-excitation;

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(vi) asymptomatic QT prolongation;

(vii) Brugada pattern on electrocardiography.
(2) Applicants with any of the conditions listed in points (i) to (viii) may be assessed as fit in the
absence of any other abnormality and subject to satisfactory cardiological evaluation:
(i) incomplete bundle branch block;
(ii) complete right bundle branch block;
(iii) stable left axis deviation;
(iv) asymptomatic sinus bradycardia;
(v) asymptomatic sinus tachycardia;
(vi) asymptomatic isolated uniform supra-ventricular or ventricular ectopic complexes;
(vii) first degree atrioventricular block;
(viii) Mobitz type 1 atrioventricular block.
(3) Applicants with a history of any of the following conditions shall be referred to the licensing
authority and undergo cardiological evaluation with satisfactory results before a fit
assessment may be considered:
(i) ablation therapy;
(ii) pacemaker implantation.
(4) Applicants with any of the following conditions shall be assessed as unfit:
(i) symptomatic sinoatrial disease;
(ii) complete atrioventricular block;
(iii) symptomatic QT prolongation;
(iv) an automatic implantable defibrillating system;
(v) a ventricular anti-tachycardia pacemaker.

AMC1 ATCO.MED.B.010 Cardiovascular system

(a) Electrocardiography
(1) An exercise electrocardiogram (ECG) when required as part of a cardiovascular assessment
should be symptom-limited and completed to a minimum of Bruce Stage IV or equivalent.
(2) Reporting of resting and exercise ECGs should be carried out by the AME or an appropriate
specialist.
(b) General
(1) Cardiovascular risk factor assessment
(i) Serum/plasma lipid estimation is case finding and significant abnormalities should
require investigation and management under the supervision of the AeMC or AME in
consultation with the licensing authority if necessary.
(ii) An accumulation of risk factors (smoking, family history, lipid abnormalities,
hypertension, etc.) should require cardiovascular evaluation by the AeMC or AME in
consultation with the licensing authority if necessary.
(2) Extended cardiovascular assessment
(i) The extended cardiovascular assessment should be undertaken at an AeMC or by a
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(ii) The extended cardiovascular assessment should include an exercise ECG or other test
that will provide equivalent information.
(c) Peripheral arterial disease
Applicants with peripheral arterial disease, before or after surgery, should undergo satisfactory
cardiological evaluation including an exercise ECG and 2D echocardiography. Further tests may be
required which should show no evidence of myocardial ischaemia or significant coronary artery
stenosis. A fit assessment may be considered provided:
(1) the exercise ECG is satisfactory; and
(2) there is no sign of significant coronary artery disease or evidence of significant atheroma
elsewhere, and no functional impairment of the end organ supplied.
(d) Aortic aneurysm
(1) Applicants with an aneurysm of the infra-renal abdominal aorta may be assessed as fit
following a satisfactory cardiological evaluation.
(2) Applicants may be assessed as fit after surgery for an aneurysm of the thoracic or
abdominal aorta if the blood pressure and cardiovascular evaluation are satisfactory.
Regular evaluations by a cardiologist should be carried out.
(e) Cardiac valvular abnormalities
(1) Applicants with previously unrecognised cardiac murmurs should require cardiological
evaluation. If considered significant, further investigation should include at least 2D
Doppler echocardiography.
(2) Applicants with minor cardiac valvular abnormalities may be assessed as fit by the licensing
authority. Applicants with significant abnormality of any of the heart valves should be
assessed as unfit.
(3) Aortic valve disease
(i) Applicants with bicuspid aortic valve may be assessed as fit if no other cardiac or
aortic abnormality is demonstrated. Regular cardiological follow-up, including 2D
Doppler echocardiography, may be required.
(ii) Applicants with mild aortic stenosis may be assessed as fit. Annual cardiological
follow-up may be required and should include 2D Doppler echocardiography.
(iii) Applicants with aortic regurgitation may be assessed as fit only if regurgitation is
minor and there is no evidence of volume overload. There should be no
demonstrable abnormality of the ascending aorta on 2D Doppler echocardiography.
Cardiological follow-up including 2D Doppler echocardiography may be required.
(4) Mitral valve disease
(i) Applicants with rheumatic mitral stenosis may only be assessed as fit in favourable
cases after cardiological evaluation including 2D echocardiography.
(ii) Applicants with uncomplicated minor regurgitation may be assessed as fit. Regular
cardiological follow-up including 2D echocardiography may be required.
(iii) Applicants with mitral valve prolapse and mild mitral regurgitation may be assessed
as fit.
(iv) Applicants with evidence of volume overloading of the left ventricle demonstrated by
increased left ventricular end-diastolic diameter should be assessed as unfit.
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Applicants with cardiac valve replacement/repair should be assessed as unfit. After a satisfactory
cardiological evaluation, fit assessment may be considered.
(1) Asymptomatic applicants may be assessed as fit by the licensing authority six months after
valvular surgery subject to:
(i) normal valvular and ventricular function as judged by 2D Doppler echocardiography;
(ii) satisfactory symptom-limited exercise ECG or equivalent;
(iii) demonstrated absence of coronary artery disease unless this has been satisfactorily
treated by re-vascularisation;
(iv) no cardioactive medication is required;
(v) annual cardiological follow-up to include an exercise ECG and 2D Doppler
echocardiography. Longer periods may be acceptable once a stable condition has
been confirmed by cardiological evaluations.
(2) Applicants with implanted mechanical valves may be assessed as fit subject to documented
exemplary control of their anti-coagulant therapy. Age factors should form part of the risk
assessment.
(g) Thromboembolic disorders
Applicants with arterial or venous thrombosis or pulmonary embolism should be assessed as unfit
during the first six months of anticoagulation. A fit assessment, with a limitation if necessary, may
be considered by the licensing authority after six months of stable anticoagulation.
Anticoagulation should be considered stable if, within the last six months, at least five
international normalised ratio (INR) values are documented, of which at least four are within the
INR target range and the haemorrhagic risk is acceptable. In cases of anticoagulation medication
not requiring INR monitoring, a fit assessment may be considered after review by the licensing
authority after a period of three months. Applicants with pulmonary embolism should also be
evaluated by a cardiologist. Following cessation of anticoagulant therapy, for any indication,
applicants should undergo a reassessment by the licensing authority.
(h) Other cardiac disorders
(1) Applicants with a primary or secondary abnormality of the pericardium, myocardium or
endocardium should be assessed as unfit. A fit assessment may be considered following
complete resolution and satisfactory cardiological evaluation which may include 2D Doppler
echocardiography, exercise ECG, 24-hour ambulatory ECG, and/or myocardial perfusion
scan or equivalent test. Coronary angiography may be indicated. Regular cardiological
follow-up may be required.
(2) Applicants with a congenital abnormality of the heart should be assessed as unfit.
Applicants following surgical correction or with minor abnormalities that are functionally
unimportant may be assessed as fit following cardiological assessment. No cardioactive
medication is acceptable. Investigations may include 2D Doppler echocardiography,
exercise ECG and 24-hour ambulatory ECG. Regular cardiological follow-up may be
required.
(i) Syncope
(1) Applicants with a history of recurrent episodes of syncope should be assessed as unfit. A fit
assessment may be considered after a sufficient period of time without recurrence
provided cardiological evaluation is satisfactory.
(2) A cardiological evaluation should include:
(i) a satisfactory symptom exercise ECG. If the exercise ECG is abnormal, a myocardial
perfusion scan or equivalent test should be required;

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(ii) a 2D Doppler echocardiogram showing neither significant selective chamber

enlargement nor structural or functional abnormality of the heart, valves or
myocardium;
(iii) a 24-hour ambulatory ECG recording showing no conduction disturbance, complex or
sustained rhythm disturbance or evidence of myocardial ischaemia;
(iv) a tilt test carried out to a standard protocol showing no evidence of vasomotor
instability.
(3) Neurological review should be required.
(j) Blood pressure
(1) Anti-hypertensive treatment should be agreed by the licensing authority. Medication may
include:
(i) non-loop diuretic agents;
(ii) Angiotensin Converting Enzyme (ACE) inhibitors;
(iii) angiotensin II receptor blocking agents;
(iv) long-acting slow channel calcium blocking agents;
(v) certain (generally hydrophilic) beta-blocking agents.
(2) Following initiation of medication for the control of blood pressure, applicants should be re-
assessed to verify that the treatment is compatible with the safe exercise of the privileges
of the licence.
(k) Coronary artery disease
(1) Applicants with chest pain of an uncertain cause should undergo a full investigation before
a fit assessment may be considered. Applicants with angina pectoris should be assessed as
unfit, whether or not it is abolished by medication.
(2) Applicants with suspected asymptomatic coronary artery disease should undergo a
cardiological evaluation including exercise ECG. Further tests (myocardial perfusion
scanning, stress echocardiography, coronary angiography or equivalent) may be required,
which should show no evidence of myocardial ischaemia or significant coronary artery
stenosis.
(3) After an ischaemic cardiac event, including revascularisation, applicants without symptoms
should have reduced any vascular risk factors to an appropriate level. Medication, when
used to control cardiac symptoms, is not acceptable. All applicants should be on acceptable
secondary prevention treatment.
(i) A coronary angiogram obtained around the time of, or during, the ischaemic
myocardial event and a complete, detailed clinical report of the ischaemic event and
of any operative procedures should be available.
(A) there should be no stenosis more than 50 % in any major untreated vessel, in
any vein or artery graft or at the site of an angioplasty/stent, except in a vessel
subtending a myocardial infarction;
(B) the whole coronary vascular tree should be assessed as satisfactory by a
cardiologist, and particular attention should be paid to multiple stenoses and/or
multiple revascularisations;
(C) an untreated stenosis greater than 30 % in the left main or proximal left
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(ii) At least six months from the ischaemic myocardial event, including revascularisation,
the following investigations should be completed:
(A) an exercise ECG showing neither evidence of myocardial ischaemia nor rhythm
or conduction disturbance;
(B) an echocardiogram or equivalent test showing satisfactory left ventricular
function with no important abnormality of wall motion (such as dyskinesia or
akinesia) and a left ventricular ejection fraction of 50 % or more;
(C) in cases of angioplasty/stenting, a myocardial perfusion scan or equivalent test,
which should show no evidence of reversible myocardial ischaemia. If there is
any doubt about myocardial perfusion, in other cases (infarction or bypass
grafting), a perfusion scan should also be required;
(D) further investigations, such as a 24-hour ECG, may be necessary to assess the
risk of any significant rhythm disturbance.
(iii) Follow-up should be conducted annually (or more frequently, if necessary) to ensure
that there is no deterioration of the cardiovascular status. It should include a
cardiological evaluation, exercise ECG and cardiovascular risk assessment. Additional
investigations may be required.
(iv) After coronary artery vein bypass grafting, a myocardial perfusion scan or equivalent
test should be performed on clinical indication, and in all cases within five years from
the procedure.
(v) In all cases, coronary angiography, or an equivalent test, should be considered at any
time if symptoms, signs or non-invasive tests indicate myocardial ischaemia.
(vi) Applicants may be assessed as fit after successful completion of the three-month or
subsequent review.
(l) Rhythm and conduction disturbances
(1) Applicants with any significant rhythm or conduction disturbance may be assessed as fit
after cardiological evaluation and with appropriate follow-up. Such evaluation should
include:
(i) exercise ECG which should show no significant abnormality of rhythm or conduction,
and no evidence of myocardial ischaemia. Withdrawal of cardioactive medication
prior to the test should be required;
(ii) 24-hour ambulatory ECG which should demonstrate no significant rhythm or
conduction disturbance;
(iii) 2D Doppler echocardiogram which should show no significant selective chamber
enlargement or significant structural or functional abnormality, and a left ventricular
ejection fraction of at least 50 %.
Further evaluation may include:
(iv) 24-hour ECG recording repeated as necessary;
(v) electrophysiological study;
(vi) myocardial perfusion imaging or equivalent test;
(vii) cardiac magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) or equivalent test;
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(2) Applicants with supraventricular or ventricular ectopic complexes on a resting ECG may
require no further evaluation, provided the frequency can be shown to be no greater than
one per minute, for example on an extended ECG strip.
Applicants with asymptomatic isolated uniform ventricular ectopic complexes may be
assessed as fit, but frequent or complex forms require full cardiological evaluation.
(3) Where anticoagulation is needed for a rhythm disturbance, a fit assessment may be
considered if the haemorrhagic risk is acceptable and the anticoagulation is stable.
Anticoagulation should be considered stable if, within the last six months, at least five INR
values are documented, of which at least four are within the INR target range. In cases of
anticoagulation medication not requiring INR monitoring, a fit assessment with an
appropriate limitation may be considered after review by the licensing authority after a
period of three months.
(4) Ablation
(i) Applicants who have undergone ablation therapy should be assessed as unfit for a
minimum period of two months.
(ii) A fit assessment may be considered following successful catheter ablation provided
an electrophysiological study (EPS) demonstrates satisfactory control has been
achieved.
(iii) Where EPS is not performed, longer periods of unfitness and cardiological follow-up
should be considered.
(iv) Follow-up should include a cardiological review.
(5) Supraventricular arrhythmias
Applicants with significant disturbance of supraventricular rhythm, including sinoatrial
dysfunction, whether intermittent or established, should be assessed as unfit. A fit
assessment may be considered if cardiological evaluation is satisfactory.
(i) For initial applicants with atrial fibrillation/flutter, a fit assessment should be limited
to those with a single episode of arrhythmia which is considered to be unlikely to
recur.
(ii) For revalidation, applicants may be assessed as fit if cardiological evaluation is
satisfactory and the stroke risk is sufficiently low. A fit assessment may be considered
after a period of stable anticoagulation as prophylaxis, after review by the licensing
authority. Anticoagulation should be considered stable if, within the last six months,
at least five INR values are documented, of which at least four are within the INR
target range. In cases of anticoagulation medication not requiring INR monitoring, a
fit assessment may be considered after review by the licensing authority after a
period of three months.
(iii) Applicants with asymptomatic sinus pauses up to 2.5 seconds on a resting ECG may
be assessed as fit if exercise ECG, 2D echocardiography and 24-hour ambulatory ECG
are satisfactory.
(iv) Applicants with symptomatic sino-atrial disease should be assessed as unfit.
(6) Mobitz type 2 atrio-ventricular block
Applicants with Mobitz type 2 AV block may be assessed as fit after a full cardiological
evaluation confirms the absence of distal conducting tissue disease.
(7) Complete right bundle branch block
Applicants with complete right bundle branch block should require cardiological evaluation
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(8) Complete left bundle branch block

A fit assessment may be considered as follows:
(i) Initial applicants may be assessed as fit after full cardiological evaluation showing no
pathology. Depending on the clinical situation, a period of stability may be required.
(ii) Applicants for revalidation or renewal of a medical certificate with a de-novo left
bundle branch block may be assessed as fit after cardiological evaluation showing no
pathology. A period of stability may be required.
(iii) A cardiological evaluation should be required after 12 months in all cases.
(9) Ventricular pre-excitation
Applicants with pre-excitation may be assessed as fit if they are asymptomatic, and an
electrophysiological study, including an adequate drug-induced autonomic stimulation
protocol, reveals no inducible re-entry tachycardia and the existence of multiple pathways
is excluded. Cardiological follow-up should be required including a 24-hour ambulatory ECG
recording showing no tendency to symptomatic or asymptomatic tachy-arrhythmia.
(10) Pacemaker
Applicants with a subendocardial pacemaker may be assessed as fit three months after
insertion provided:
(i) there is no other disqualifying condition;
(ii) bipolar lead systems programmed in bipolar mode without automatic mode change
have been used;
(iii) that the applicant is not pacemaker dependent;
(iv) regular cardiological follow-up should include a symptom-limited exercise ECG that
shows no abnormality or evidence of myocardial ischaemia.
(11) QT prolongation
Applicants with asymptomatic QT-prolongation may be assessed as fit subject to a
satisfactory cardiological evaluation.
(12) Brugada pattern on electrocardiography
Applicants with a Brugada pattern Type 1 should be assessed as unfit. Applicants with Type
2 or Type 3 may be assessed as fit, with limitations as appropriate, subject to satisfactory
cardiological evaluation.

GM1 ATCO.MED.B.010 Cardiovascular system

MITRAL VALVE DISEASE
(a) Minor regurgitation should have evidence of no thickened leaflets or flail chordae and left atrial
internal diameter of less than or equal to 4.0 cm.
(b) The following may indicate severe regurgitation:
(1) LV internal diameter (diastole) > 6.0 cm; or
(2) LV internal diameter (systole) > 4.1 cm; or
(3) Left atrial internal diameter > 4.5 cm.
(c) Doppler indices, such as width of jet, backwards extension and whether there is flow reversal in
the pulmonary veins may be helpful in assessing severity of regurgitation.

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GM2 ATCO.MED.B.010 Cardiovascular system

VENTRICULAR PRE-EXCITATION
(a) Asymptomatic applicants with pre-excitation may be assessed as fit at revalidation with an
Operational Multi-pilot Limitation (OML) if they meet the following criteria:
(1) no inducible re-entry;
(2) refractory period > 300 ms;
(3) no induced atrial fibrillation.
(b) There should be no evidence of multiple accessory pathways.

GM3 ATCO.MED.B.010 Cardiovascular system

COMPLETE LEFT BUNDLE BRANCH BLOCK
Left bundle branch block is more commonly associated with coronary artery disease and, thus, requires
more in-depth investigation, which may be invasive.

GM4 ATCO.MED.B.010 Cardiovascular system

PACEMAKER
(a) Scintigraphy may be helpful in the presence of conduction disturbance/paced complexes in the
resting ECG.
(b) Experience has shown that any failures of pacemakers are most likely to occur in the first three
months after being fitted. Therefore, a fit assessment should not be considered before this period
has elapsed.
(c) It is known that certain operational equipment may interfere with the performance of the
pacemaker. The type of pacemaker used, therefore, should have been tested to ensure it does
not suffer from interference in the operational environment. Supporting data and a performance
statement to this effect should be available from the supplier.

GM5 ATCO.MED.B.010 Cardiovascular system

ANTICOAGULATION
Applicants and licence holders taking anticoagulant medication which requires monitoring with INR
testing, should measure their INR on a near patient testing system within 12 hours prior to starting a
shift pattern and then at least every three days during the shift pattern. The privileges of the licence
should only be exercised if the INR is within the target range. The INR result should be recorded and the
results should be reviewed at each aero-medical assessment.

ATCO.MED.B.015 Respiratory system

(a) Applicants with significant impairment of pulmonary function shall be referred to the licensing
authority for the aero-medical assessment. A fit assessment may be considered once pulmonary
function has recovered and is satisfactory.
(b) Examination:
Pulmonary function tests are required at the initial examination and on clinical indication.
(c) Applicants with a history or established diagnosis of asthma requiring medication shall undergo a
satisfactory respiratory evaluation. A fit assessment may be considered if the applicant is
asymptomatic and treatment does not affect safety.
(d) Applicants with a history or established diagnosis in any of the following shall be referred to the
licensing authority and undergo respiratory evaluation with a satisfactory result before a fit
assessment may be considered:
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(2) active sarcoidosis;

(3) pneumothorax;
(4) sleep apnoea syndrome;
(5) major thoracic surgery;
(6) chronic obstructive pulmonary disease;
(7) lung transplantation.

AMC1 ATCO.MED.B.015 Respiratory system

(a) Examination
(1) Spirometric examination is required for initial examination. An FEV1/FVC ratio less than
70 % should require evaluation by a specialist in respiratory disease before a fit assessment
can be considered.
(2) Posterior/anterior chest radiography may be required at initial, revalidation or renewal
examinations when indicated on clinical or epidemiological grounds.
(b) Chronic obstructive airways disease
Applicants with chronic obstructive airways disease should be assessed as unfit. Applicants with
only minor impairment of their pulmonary function may be assessed as fit after specialist
respiratory evaluation. Applicants with pulmonary emphysema may be assessed as fit following
specialist evaluation showing that the condition is stable and not causing significant symptoms.
(c) Asthma
Applicants with asthma requiring medication or experiencing recurrent attacks of asthma may be
assessed as fit if the asthma is considered stable with satisfactory pulmonary function tests and
medication is compatible with the safe execution of the privileges of the licence. Use of low dose
systemic steroids may be acceptable.
(d) Inflammatory disease
(1) For applicants with active inflammatory disease of the respiratory system, a fit assessment
may be considered when the condition has resolved without sequelae and no medication is
required.
(2) Applicants with chronic inflammatory diseases may be assessed as fit following specialist
evaluation showing mild disease with acceptable pulmonary function test and medication
compatible with the safe execution of the privileges of the licence.
(e) Sarcoidosis
(1) Applicants with active sarcoidosis should be assessed as unfit. Specialist evaluation should
be undertaken with respect to the possibility of systemic, particularly cardiac, involvement.
A fit assessment may be considered if no medication is required, and the disease is limited
to hilar lymphadenopathy and inactive. Use of low dose systemic steroids may be
acceptable.
(2) Applicants with cardiac or neurological sarcoid should be assessed as unfit.
(f) Pneumothorax
Applicants with a spontaneous pneumothorax should be assessed as unfit. A fit assessment may
be considered:
(1) six weeks after the event provided full recovery from a single event has been confirmed in a
full respiratory evaluation including a CT scan or equivalent;

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(2) following surgical intervention in the case of a recurrent pneumothorax provided there is
satisfactory recovery.
(g) Thoracic surgery
(1) Applicants requiring thoracic surgery should be assessed as unfit until such time as the
effects of the operation are no longer likely to interfere with the safe exercise of the
privileges of the licence.
(2) A fit assessment may be considered after satisfactory recovery and full respiratory
evaluation including a CT scan or equivalent. The underlying pathology which necessitated
the surgery should be considered in the aero-medical assessment.
(h) Sleep apnoea syndrome/sleep disorder
(1) Applicants with unsatisfactorily treated sleep apnoea syndrome and suffering from
excessive daytime sleepiness should be assessed as unfit.
(2) A fit assessment may be considered subject to the extent of symptoms, including vigilance,
and satisfactory treatment. ATCO operational experience, sleep apnoea syndrome/sleep
disorder education and work place considerations are essential components of the aero-
medical assessment.

ATCO.MED.B.020 Digestive system

(a) Applicants with any sequelae of disease or surgical intervention in any part of the digestive tract
or its adnexa likely to cause incapacitation, in particular any obstruction due to stricture or
compression, shall be assessed as unfit.
(b) Applicants shall be free from herniae that might give rise to incapacitating symptoms.
(c) Applicants with disorders of the gastrointestinal system, including those in points (1) to (5) may
be assessed as fit subject to a satisfactory gastroenterological evaluation after successful
treatment or full recovery after surgery:
(1) recurrent dyspeptic disorder requiring medication;
(2) pancreatitis;
(3) symptomatic gallstones;
(4) an established diagnosis or history of chronic inflammatory bowel disease;
(5) after surgical operation on the digestive tract or its adnexa, including surgery involving total
or partial excision or a diversion of any of these organs.

AMC1 ATCO.MED.B.020 Digestive system

(a) Oesophageal varices
Applicants with oesophageal varices should be assessed as unfit.
(b) Pancreatitis
(1) Applicants with pancreatitis should be assessed as unfit. A fit assessment may be
considered if the cause (e.g. gallstone, other obstruction, medication) is removed.
(2) Alcohol may be a cause of dyspepsia and pancreatitis. If considered appropriate, a full
evaluation of its use or misuse should be undertaken.
(c) Gallstones
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(2) Applicants with multiple gallstones may be assessed as fit while awaiting treatment
provided the symptoms are unlikely to interfere with the safe exercise of the privileges of
the licence.
(d) Inflammatory bowel disease
Applicants with an established diagnosis or history of chronic inflammatory bowel disease may be
assessed as fit if the disease is in established stable remission, and only minimal, if any,
medication is being taken. Regular follow-up should be required.
(e) Dyspepsia
Applicants with recurrent dyspepsia requiring medication should be investigated by internal
examination including radiologic or endoscopic examination. Laboratory testing should include
haemoglobin assessment and faecal examination. Any demonstrated ulceration or significant
inflammation requires evidence of recovery before a fit assessment may be considered.
(f) Digestive tract and abdominal surgery
Applicants who have undergone a surgical operation on the digestive tract or its adnexa, including
a total or partial excision or a diversion of any of these organs, should be assessed as unfit. A fit
assessment may be considered if recovery is complete, the applicant is asymptomatic and the risk
of secondary complication or recurrence is minimal.

ATCO.MED.B.025 Metabolic and endocrine systems

(a) Applicants with metabolic, nutritional or endocrine dysfunction may be assessed as fit subject to
demonstrated stability of the condition and satisfactory aero-medical evaluation.
(b) Diabetes mellitus:
(1) Applicants with diabetes mellitus requiring insulin shall be assessed as unfit.
(2) Applicants with diabetes mellitus requiring medication other than insulin for blood sugar
control shall be referred to the licensing authority. A fit assessment may be considered if it
can be demonstrated that blood sugar control has been achieved and is stable.

AMC1 ATCO.MED.B.025 Metabolic and endocrine system

(a) Metabolic, nutritional or endocrine dysfunction
Applicants with metabolic, nutritional or endocrine dysfunction may be assessed as fit if the
condition is asymptomatic, clinically compensated and stable with or without replacement
therapy, and regularly reviewed by an appropriate specialist.
(b) Obesity
(1) Applicants with a Body Mass Index 35 may be assessed as fit only if the excess weight is
not likely to interfere with the safe exercise of the privileges of the licence and a
satisfactory cardiovascular risk review and evaluation of the possibility of sleep apnoea
syndrome has been undertaken.
(2) Functional testing in the working environment may be necessary before a fit assessment
may be considered.
(c) Thyroid dysfunction
Applicants with hyperthyroidism or hypothyroidism should attain a stable euthyroid state before
a fit assessment may be considered.
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Glycosuria and abnormal blood glucose levels require investigation. A fit assessment may be
considered if normal glucose tolerance is demonstrated (low renal threshold) or impaired glucose
tolerance without diabetic pathology is fully controlled by diet and regularly reviewed.
(e) Diabetes mellitus
(1) The following medication, alone and in combination, may be acceptable for control of type
2 diabetes:
(i) alpha-glucosidase inhibitors;
(ii) medication that acts on the incretin pathway;
(iii) biguanides.
(2) A fit assessment may be considered after evaluation of the operational environment,
including means of glucose monitoring/management whilst performing rated duties, and
with demonstrated exemplary glycaemic control.
(3) Annual follow-up by a specialist should be required including demonstration of absence of
complications, good glycaemic control demonstrated by six-monthly HbA1c measurements,
and a normal exercise tolerance test.

ATCO.MED.B.030 Haematology
(a) Blood testing, if any, shall be determined by the AME or AeMC taking into account the medical
history and following the physical examination.
(b) Applicants with a haematological condition, such as:
(1) coagulation, haemorrhagic or thrombotic disorder;
(2) chronic leukaemia;
(3) abnormal haemoglobin, including, but not limited to, anaemia, erythrocytosis or
haemoglobinopathy;
(4) significant lymphatic enlargement;
(5) enlargement of the spleen;
shall be referred to the licensing authority. A fit assessment may be considered subject to
satisfactory aero-medical evaluation.
(c) Applicants suffering from acute leukaemia shall be assessed as unfit.

AMC1 ATCO.MED.B.030 Haematology

(a) Anaemia
(1) Anaemia demonstrated by a reduced haemoglobin level should require investigation. A fit
assessment may be considered in cases where the primary cause has been treated (e.g. iron
or B12 deficiency) and the haemoglobin or haematocrit has stabilised at a satisfactory level.
The recommended range of the haemoglobin level is 1117 g/dl.
(2) Anaemia which is unamenable to treatment should be disqualifying.
(b) Haemoglobinopathy
Applicants with a haemoglobinopathy should be assessed as unfit. A fit assessment may be
considered where minor thalassaemia, sickle cell disease or other haemoglobinopathy is
diagnosed without a history of crises and where full functional capability is demonstrated.
(c) Coagulation disorders

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(1) Significant coagulation disorders require investigation. A fit assessment may be considered
if there is no history of significant bleeding or clotting episodes and the haematological data
indicate that it is safe to do so.
(2) If anticoagulant therapy is prescribed, AMC1 ATCO.MED.B.010(g) should be followed.
(d) Disorders of the lymphatic system
Lymphatic enlargement requires investigation. A fit assessment may be considered in cases of an
acute infectious process which is fully recovered, or Hodgkins lymphoma, or other lymphoid
malignancy which has been treated and is in full remission, or that requires minimal or no
treatment.
(e) Leukaemia
(1) Applicants with acute leukaemia should be assessed as unfit. Once in established remission,
applicants may be assessed as fit.
(2) Applicants with chronic leukaemia should be assessed as unfit. A fit assessment may be
considered after remission and a period of demonstrated stability.
(3) Applicants with a history of leukaemia should have no history of central nervous system
involvement and no continuing side effects from treatment which are likely to interfere
with the safe exercise of the privileges of the licence. Haemoglobin and platelet levels
should be satisfactory.
(4) Regular follow-up is required in all cases of leukaemia.
(f) Splenomegaly
Splenomegaly requires investigation. A fit assessment may be considered if the enlargement is
minimal, stable and no associated pathology is demonstrated, or if the enlargement is minimal
and associated with another acceptable condition.

GM1 ATCO.MED.B.030 Haematology

HODGKINS LYMPHOMA
Due to potential side effects of specific chemotherapeutic agents, the precise regime utilised should be
taken into account.

GM2 ATCO.MED.B.030 Haematology

CHRONIC LEUKAEMIA
A fit assessment may be considered if the chronic leukaemia has been diagnosed as:
(a) lymphatic at stages 0, I, and possibly II without anaemia and minimal treatment; or
(b) stable hairy cell leukaemia with normal haemoglobin and platelets.

GM3 ATCO.MED.B.030 Haematology

SPLENOMEGALY
(a) Splenomegaly should not preclude a fit assessment, but should be assessed on an individual basis.
(b) Associated pathology of splenomegaly is e.g. treated chronic malaria.
(c) An acceptable condition associated with splenomegaly is e.g. Hodgkins lymphoma in remission.

ATCO.MED.B.035 Genitourinary system

(a) Urinalysis shall form part of every aero-medical examination. The urine shall contain no abnormal
element considered to be of pathological significance.

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(b) Applicants with any sequelae of disease or surgical procedures on the genitourinary system or its
adnexa likely to cause incapacitation, in particular any obstruction due to stricture or
compression, shall be assessed as unfit.
(c) Applicants with a genitourinary disorder, such as:
(1) renal disease;
(2) one or more urinary calculi;
may be assessed as fit subject to satisfactory renal/urological evaluation.
(d) Applicants who have undergone:
(1) a major surgical operation in the genitourinary system or its adnexa involving a total or
partial excision or a diversion of its organs; or
(2) major urological surgery;
shall be referred to the licensing authority for an aero-medical assessment after full recovery
before a fit assessment may be considered.

AMC1 ATCO.MED.B.035 Genitourinary system

(a) Abnormal urinalysis
Any abnormal finding on urinalysis requires investigation. This investigation should include
proteinuria, haematuria and glycosuria.
(b) Renal disease
(1) Applicants presenting with any signs of renal disease should be assessed as unfit. A fit
assessment may be considered if blood pressure is satisfactory and renal function is
acceptable.
(2) Applicants requiring dialysis should be assessed as unfit.
(c) Urinary calculi
(1) Applicants with an asymptomatic calculus or a history of renal colic require investigation. A
fit assessment may be considered after successful treatment for a calculus and with
appropriate follow-up.
(2) Residual calculi should be disqualifying unless they are in a location where they are unlikely
to move and give rise to symptoms.
(d) Renal and urological surgery
(1) Applicants who have undergone a major surgical operation on the genitourinary system or
its adnexa involving a total or partial excision or a diversion of any of its organs should be
assessed as unfit until recovery is complete, the applicant is asymptomatic and the risk of
secondary complications is minimal.
(2) Applicants with compensated nephrectomy without hypertension or uraemia may be
assessed as fit.
(3) Applicants who have undergone renal transplantation may be considered for a fit
assessment if it is fully compensated and tolerated with only minimal immuno-suppressive
therapy after at least 12 months.
(4) Applicants who have undergone total cystectomy may be considered for a fit assessment if
there is satisfactory urinary function, no infection and no recurrence of primary pathology.

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ATCO.MED.B.040 Infectious disease

(a) Applicants who are HIV positive shall be referred to the licensing authority and may be assessed
as fit subject to satisfactory specialist evaluation and provided the licensing authority has
sufficient evidence that the therapy does not compromise the safe exercise of the privileges of
the licence.
(b) Applicants diagnosed with or presenting symptoms of infectious disease such as:
(1) acute syphilis;
(2) active tuberculosis;
(3) infectious hepatitis;
(4) tropical diseases;
shall be referred to the licensing authority for an aero-medical assessment. A fit assessment may
be considered after full recovery and specialist evaluation provided the licensing authority has
sufficient evidence that the therapy does not compromise the safe exercise of the privileges of
the licence.

AMC1 ATCO.MED.B.040 Infectious disease

(a) Infectious disease General
In cases of infectious disease, consideration should be given to a history of, or clinical signs
indicating, underlying impairment of the immune system.
(b) Tuberculosis
(1) Applicants with active tuberculosis should be assessed as unfit. A fit assessment may be
considered following completion of therapy.
(2) Applicants with quiescent or healed lesions may be assessed as fit. Specialist evaluation
should consider the extent of the disease, the treatment required and possible side effects
of medication.
(c) Syphilis
Applicants with acute syphilis should be assessed as unfit. A fit assessment may be considered in
the case of those fully treated and recovered from the primary and secondary stages.
(d) HIV positivity
(1) Applicants who are HIV positive may be assessed as fit if a full investigation provides no
evidence of HIV associated diseases that might give rise to incapacitating symptoms.
Frequent review of the immunological status and neurological evaluation by an appropriate
specialist should be carried out. A cardiological review may also be required depending on
medication.
(2) Applicants with an AIDS defining condition should be assessed as unfit except in individual
cases for revalidation of a medical certificate after complete recovery and dependent on
the review.
(3) The aero-medical assessment of individual cases under (1) and (2) should be dependent on
the absence of symptoms or signs of the disease and the acceptability of serological
markers. Treatment should be evaluated by a specialist on an individual basis for its
appropriateness and any side effects.
(e) Infectious hepatitis
Applicants with infectious hepatitis should be assessed as unfit. A fit assessment may be
considered once the applicant has become asymptomatic after treatment and specialist
evaluation. Regular review of the liver function should be carried out.

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GM1 ATCO.MED.B.040 Infectious disease

HIV INFECTION
(a) There is no requirement for routine testing of HIV status, but testing may be carried out on clinical
indication.
(b) If HIV positivity has been confirmed, a process of rigorous aero-medical assessment and follow-up
should be introduced to enable individuals to continue working provided their ability to exercise
their licenced privileges to the required level of safety is not impaired. The operational
environment should be considered in the decision-making.

ATCO.MED.B.045 Obstetrics and gynaecology

(a) Applicants who have undergone a major gynaecological operation shall be assessed as unfit until
full recovery.
(b) Pregnancy:
In the case of pregnancy, if the AeMC or AME considers that the licence holder is fit to exercise
her privileges, he/she shall limit the validity period of the medical certificate to the end of the
34th week of gestation. The licence holder shall undergo a revalidation aero-medical examination
and assessment after full recovery following the end of the pregnancy.

AMC1 ATCO.MED.B.045 Obstetrics and gynaecology

(a) Gynaecological surgery
Applicants who have undergone a major gynaecological operation should be assessed as unfit
until recovery is complete, the applicant is asymptomatic and the risk of secondary complications
or recurrence is minimal.
(b) Pregnancy
(1) A pregnant licence holder may be assessed as fit during the first 34 weeks of gestation
provided obstetric evaluation continuously indicates a normal pregnancy.
(2) The AeMC or AME or the licensing authority should provide written advice to the applicant
and the supervising physician regarding potentially significant complications of pregnancy
which may negatively influence the safe exercise of the privileges of the licence.

ATCO.MED.B.050 Musculoskeletal system

(a) Applicants shall have satisfactory functional use of the musculoskeletal system to enable them to
safely exercise the privileges of the licence.
(b) Applicants with static or progressive musculoskeletal or rheumatologic conditions likely to
interfere with the safe exercise of the licence privileges shall be referred to the licensing
authority. A fit assessment may be considered after satisfactory specialist evaluation.

AMC1 ATCO.MED.B.050 Musculoskeletal system

(a) Applicants with any significant sequelae from disease, injury or congenital abnormality affecting
the bones, joints, muscles or tendons with or without surgery require full evaluation prior to a fit
assessment.
(b) Abnormal physique, including obesity, or muscular weakness may require aero-medical
assessment and particular attention should be paid to an aero-medical assessment in the working
environment.

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(c) Locomotor dysfunction, amputations, malformations, loss of function and progressive

osteoarthritic disorders should be assessed on an individual basis in conjunction with the
appropriate operational expert with a knowledge of the complexity of the tasks of the applicant.
(d) Applicants with inflammatory, infiltrative or degenerative disease of the musculoskeletal system
may be assessed as fit provided the condition is in remission and the medication is acceptable.

ATCO.MED.B.055 Psychiatry
(a) Applicants with a mental or behavioural disorder due to alcohol or other use or misuse of
psychoactive substances, including recreational substances with or without dependency, shall be
assessed as unfit until after a period of documented sobriety or freedom from psychoactive
substance use or misuse and subject to satisfactory psychiatric evaluation after successful
treatment. Applicants shall be referred to the licensing authority.
(b) Applicants with a psychiatric condition such as:
(1) mood disorder;
(2) neurotic disorder;
(3) personality disorder;
(4) mental or behavioural disorder;
shall undergo satisfactory psychiatric evaluation before a fit assessment may be considered.
Applicants shall be referred to the licensing authority for the assessment of their medical fitness.
(c) Applicants with a history of a single or repeated acts of deliberate self-harm shall be assessed as
unfit. Applicants shall be referred to the licensing authority and shall undergo satisfactory
psychiatric evaluation before a fit assessment may be considered.
(d) Applicants with an established history or clinical diagnosis of schizophrenia, schizotypal,
delusional disorder or mania shall be assessed as unfit.

AMC1 ATCO.MED.B.055 Psychiatry

(a) Disorders due to alcohol or other substance use
(1) A fit assessment may be considered after successful treatment, a period of documented
sobriety or freedom from substance use, and review by a psychiatric specialist. The
licensing authority, with the advice of the psychiatric specialist, should determine the
duration of the period to be observed before a medical certificate can be issued.
(2) Depending on the individual case, treatment may include in-patient treatment of some
weeks.
(3) Continuous follow-up, including blood testing and peer reports, may be required
indefinitely.
(b) Mood disorder
Applicants with an established mood disorder should be assessed as unfit. After full recovery and
after full consideration of an individual case, a fit assessment may be considered depending on
the characteristics and gravity of the mood disorder. If stability on maintenance psychotropic
medication is confirmed, a fit assessment with an appropriate limitation may be considered. If the
dosage of the medication is changed, a further period of unfit assessment should be required.
Regular specialist supervision should be required.
(c) Psychotic disorder
Applicants with a history, or the occurrence, of a functional psychotic disorder should be assessed
as unfit. A fit assessment may be considered if a cause can be unequivocally identified as one
which is transient, has ceased and the risk of recurrence is minimal.

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(d) Deliberate self-harm

Applicants who have carried out a single self-destructive action or repeated acts of deliberate self-
harm should be assessed as unfit. A fit assessment may be considered after full consideration of
an individual case which may require psychiatric or psychological evaluation. Neuropsychological
evaluation may also be required.

ATCO.MED.B.060 Psychology
(a) Applicants who present with stress-related symptoms that are likely to interfere with their ability
to exercise the privileges of the licence safely shall be referred to the licensing authority. A fit
assessment may only be considered after a psychological and/or psychiatric evaluation has
demonstrated that the applicant has recovered from stress-related symptoms.
(b) A psychological evaluation may be required as part of, or complementary to, a specialist
psychiatric or neurological examination.

AMC1 ATCO.MED.B.060 Psychology

(a) If a psychological evaluation is indicated, it should be carried out by a psychologist taking into
account the ATC environment and the associated risks.
(b) Where there is established evidence that an applicant may have a psychological disorder, the
applicant should be referred for psychological opinion and advice.
(c) Established evidence should be verifiable information from an identifiable source related to the
mental fitness or personality of a particular individual. Sources for this information can be
accidents or incidents, problems in training or competence assessments, behaviour or knowledge
relevant to the safe exercise of the privileges of the licence.
(d) The psychological evaluation may include a collection of biographical data, the administration of
aptitude, as well as personality tests and psychological interview.
(e) The psychologist should submit a written report to the AME, AeMC or licensing authority as
appropriate, detailing his/her opinion and recommendation.

ATCO.MED.B.065 Neurology
(a) Applicants with an established history or clinical diagnosis of the following shall be assessed as
unfit:
(1) epilepsy except in cases in point (b)(1) and (2);
(2) recurring episodes of disturbance of consciousness of uncertain cause;
(3) conditions with a high propensity for cerebral dysfunction.
(b) Applicants with an established history or clinical diagnosis of the following conditions shall be
referred to the licensing authority and undergo further evaluation before a fit assessment may be
considered:
(1) epilepsy without recurrence after the age of 5;
(2) epilepsy without recurrence and off all treatment for more than 10 years;
(3) epileptiform EEG abnormalities and focal slow waves;
(4) progressive or non-progressive disease of the nervous system;
(5) a single episode of disturbances or loss of consciousness;
(6) brain injury;
(7) spinal or peripheral nerve injury;

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(8) disorders of the nervous system due to vascular deficiencies including haemorrhagic and
ischaemic events.

AMC1 ATCO.MED.B.065 Neurology

(a) Electroencephalography (EEG)
(1) EEG should be carried out when indicated by the applicants history or on clinical grounds.
(2) Epileptiform paroxysmal EEG abnormalities and focal slow waves should be disqualifying. A
fit assessment may be considered after further evaluation.
(b) Epilepsy
(1) Applicants who have experienced one or more convulsive episodes after the age of five
should be assessed as unfit.
(2) A fit assessment may be considered if:
(i) the applicant is seizure free and off medication for a period of at least 10 years;
(ii) full neurological evaluation shows that a seizure was caused by a specific non-
recurrent cause, such as trauma or toxin.
(3) Applicants who have experienced an episode of benign Rolandic seizure may be assessed as
fit provided the seizure has been clearly diagnosed including a properly documented history
and typical EEG result and the applicant has been free of symptoms and off treatment for at
least 10 years.
(c) Neurological disease
Applicants with any stationary or progressive disease of the nervous system which has caused or
is likely to cause a significant disability should be assessed as unfit. A fit assessment may be
considered after full neurological evaluation in cases of minor functional losses associated with
stationary disease.
(d) Disturbance of consciousness
Applicants with a history of one or more episodes of disturbed consciousness may be assessed as
fit if the condition can be satisfactorily explained by a non-recurrent cause. A full neurological
evaluation is required.
(e) Head injury
Applicants with a head injury which was severe enough to cause loss of consciousness or is
associated with penetrating brain injury should be evaluated by a consultant neurologist. A fit
assessment may be considered if there has been a full recovery and the risk of epilepsy is
sufficiently low. Behavioural and cognitive aspects should be taken into account.

ATCO.MED.B.070 Visual system

(a) Examination:
(1) A comprehensive eye examination shall form part of the initial examination and be
undertaken periodically depending on the refraction and the functional performance of the
eye.
(2) A routine eye examination shall form part of all revalidation and renewal examinations.
(3) Applicants shall undergo tonometry at the first revalidation examination after the age of
40, on clinical indication and if indicated considering the family history.
(4) Applicants shall supply the AeMC or AME with an ophthalmic examination report in cases
where:

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(i) the functional performance shows significant changes;

(ii) the distant visual standards can only be reached with corrective lenses.
(5) Applicants with a high refractive error shall be referred to the licensing authority.
(b) Distant visual acuity, with or without optimal correction, shall be 6/9 (0,7) or better in each eye
separately, and visual acuity with both eyes shall be 6/6 (1,0) or better.
(c) Initial applicants having monocular or functional monocular vision, including eye muscle balance
problems, shall be assessed as unfit. At revalidation or renewal examinations the applicant may
be assessed as fit provided that an ophthalmological examination is satisfactory. The applicant
shall be referred to the licensing authority.
(d) Initial applicants with acquired substandard vision in one eye shall be assessed as unfit. At
revalidation or renewal examinations the applicant shall be referred to the licensing authority and
may be assessed as fit provided that an ophthalmological examination is satisfactory.
(e) Applicants shall be able to read an N5 chart or equivalent at 30 50 cm and an N14 chart or
equivalent at 60 100 cm distance, if necessary with the aid of correction.
(f) Applicants shall have normal fields of vision and normal binocular function.
(g) Applicants who have undergone eye surgery shall be assessed as unfit until full recovery of the
visual function. A fit assessment may be considered by the licensing authority subject to
satisfactory ophthalmic evaluation.
(h) Applicants with a clinical diagnosis of keratoconus shall be referred to the licensing authority and
may be assessed as fit subject to a satisfactory examination by an ophthalmologist.
(i) Applicants with diplopia shall be assessed as unfit.
(j) Spectacles and contact lenses
(1) If satisfactory visual function for the rated duties is achieved only with the use of
correction, the spectacles or contact lenses must provide optimal visual function, be well
tolerated, and suitable for air traffic control purposes.
(2) No more than one pair of spectacles, when worn during the exercise of licensed privileges,
shall be used to meet the visual requirements at all distances.
(3) A spare set of similarly correcting spectacles shall be readily available when exercising the
privileges of the licence(s).
(4) Contact lenses, when are worn during the exercise of licensed privileges, shall be mono-
focal, non-tinted and not orthokeratological. Monovision contact lenses shall not be used.
(5) Applicants with a large refractive error shall use contact lenses or high index spectacle
lenses.

AMC1 ATCO.MED.B.070 Visual system

(a) Eye examination
(1) At each aero-medical revalidation examination, the visual fitness should be assessed and
the eyes should be examined with regard to possible pathology.
(2) All abnormal and doubtful cases should be referred to an ophthalmologist. Conditions
which indicate ophthalmological examination include but are not limited to a substantial
decrease in the uncorrected visual acuity, any decrease in best corrected visual acuity
and/or the occurrence of eye disease, eye injury or eye surgery.
(3) Where ophthalmological examinations are required for any significant reason, this should
be imposed as a limitation on the medical certificate.

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(4) The effect of multiple eye conditions should be evaluated by an ophthalmologist with
regard to possible cumulative effects. Functional testing in the working environment may
be necessary to consider a fit assessment.
(5) Visual acuity should be tested using Snellen charts, or equivalent, under appropriate
illumination. Where clinical evidence suggests that Snellen may not be appropriate, Landolt
C may be used.
(b) Comprehensive eye examination
A comprehensive eye examination by an eye specialist is required at the initial examination. All
abnormal and doubtful cases should be referred to an ophthalmologist. The examination should
include:
(1) history;
(2) visual acuities near, intermediate and distant vision; uncorrected and with best optical
correction if needed;
(3) objective refraction hyperopic initial applicants with a hyperopia of more than +2
dioptres and under the age of 25 in cycloplegia;
(4) ocular motility and binocular vision;
(5) colour vision;
(6) visual fields;
(7) tonometry;
(8) examination of the external eye, anatomy, media (slit lamp) and fundoscopy;
(9) assessment of contrast and glare sensitivity.
(c) Routine eye examination
At each revalidation or renewal examination, the visual fitness should be assessed and the eyes
should be examined with regard to possible pathology. All abnormal and doubtful cases should be
referred to an ophthalmologist. This routine eye examination should include:
(1) history;
(2) visual acuities near, intermediate and distant vision; uncorrected and with best optical
correction if needed;
(3) morphology by ophthalmoscopy;
(4) further examination on clinical indication.
(d) Refractive error
(1) Applicants with a refractive error between +5.0/-6.0 dioptres may be assessed as fit
provided optimal correction has been considered and no significant pathology is
demonstrated. If the refractive error exceeds +3.0/-3.0 dioptres, a four-yearly follow-up by
an eye specialist should be required.
(2) Applicants with:
(i) a refractive error exceeding -6 dioptres;
(ii) an astigmatic component exceeding 3 dioptres; or
(iii) anisometropia exceeding 3 dioptres;
may be considered for a fit assessment if:
(A) no significant pathology can be demonstrated;

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(B) optimal correction has been considered;

(C) visual acuity is at least 6/6 (1.0) in each eye separately with normal visual
fields while wearing the optimal spectacle correction;
(D) two-yearly follow-up is undertaken by an eye specialist.
(3) Applicants with hypermetropia exceeding +5.0 dioptres may be assessed as fit subject to a
satisfactory ophthalmological evaluation provided there are adequate fusional reserves,
normal intraocular pressures and anterior angles and no significant pathology has been
demonstrated. Corrected visual acuity in each eye shall be 6/6 or better.
(4) Applicants with a large refractive error shall use contact lenses or high-index spectacle
lenses.
(e) Convergence
Applicants with convergence outside the normal range may be assessed as fit provided it does not
interfere with near vision (3050 cm) or intermediate vision (100 cm) with or without correction.
(f) Substandard vision
(1) Applicants with reduced central vision in one eye may be assessed as fit for a revalidation
or renewal of a medical certificate if the binocular visual field is normal and the underlying
pathology is acceptable according to ophthalmological evaluation. Testing should include
functional testing in the appropriate working environment.
(2) Applicants with acquired substandard vision in one eye (monocularity, functional
monocular vision including eye muscle imbalance) may be assessed as fit for revalidation or
renewal if the ophthalmological examination confirms that:
(i) the better eye achieves distant visual acuity of 1.0 (6/6), corrected or uncorrected;
(ii) the better eye achieves intermediate and near visual acuity of 0.7 (6/9), corrected or
uncorrected;
(iii) there is no significant ocular pathology;
(iv) a functional test in the working environment is satisfactory; and
(v) in the case of acute loss of vision in one eye, a period of adaptation time has passed
from the known point of visual loss, during which the applicant is assessed as unfit.
(3) An applicant with a monocular visual field defect may be assessed as fit if the binocular
visual fields are normal.
(g) Keratoconus
Applicants with keratoconus may be considered for a fit assessment if the visual requirements are
met with the use of corrective lenses and periodic review is undertaken by an ophthalmologist.
(h) Heterophoria
Applicants with heterophoria (imbalance of the ocular muscles) exceeding when measured with
optimal correction, if prescribed:
(1) at six metres:
2.0 prism dioptres in hyperphoria,
10.0 prism dioptres in esophoria,
8.0 prism dioptres in exophoria
and
(2) at 33 centimetres:

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1.0 prism dioptre in hyperphoria,

8.0 prism dioptres in esophoria,
12.0 prism dioptres in exophoria
may be assessed as fit provided that orthoptic evaluation demonstrates that the fusional reserves
are sufficient to prevent asthenopia and diplopia. The Netherlands Optical Society (TNO) testing
or equivalent should be carried out to demonstrate fusion.
(i) Eye surgery
(1) After refractive surgery or surgery of the cornea including cross linking, a fit assessment
may be considered, provided:
(i) satisfactory stability of refraction has been achieved (less than 0.75 dioptres variation
diurnally);
(ii) examination of the eye shows no post-operative complications;
(iii) glare sensitivity is normal;
(iv) mesopic contrast sensitivity is not impaired;
(v) evaluation is undertaken by an ophthalmologist.
(2) Cataract surgery
Following intraocular lens surgery, including cataract surgery, a fit assessment may be
considered once recovery is complete and the visual requirements are met with or without
correction. Intraocular lenses should be monofocal and should not impair colour vision.
(3) Retinal surgery/retinal laser therapy
(i) After successful retinal surgery, applicants may be assessed as fit once the recovery is
complete. Annual ophthalmological follow-up may be necessary. Longer periods may
be acceptable after two years on recommendation of the ophthalmologist.
(ii) After successful retinal laser therapy, applicants may be assessed as fit provided an
ophthalmological evaluation shows stability.
(4) Glaucoma surgery
A fit assessment may be considered six months after successful glaucoma surgery, or earlier
if recovery is complete. Six-monthly ophthalmological examinations to follow up secondary
complications caused by the glaucoma may be necessary.
(5) Extraocular muscle surgery
A fit assessment may be considered not less than six months after surgery and after a
satisfactory ophthalmological evaluation.
(j) Visual correction
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GM1 ATCO.MED.B.070 Visual system

COMPARISON OF DIFFERENT READING CHARTS (APPROXIMATE FIGURES)
(a) Test distance: 40 cm

Decimal Nieden Jger Snellen N Parinaud

1,0 1 2 1,5 3 2

0,8 2 3 2 4 3

0,7 3 4 2,5

0,6 4 5 3 5 4

0,5 5 5 6 5

0,4 7 9 4 8 6

0,35 8 10 4,5 8

0,32 9 12 5,5 10 10

0,3 9 12 12

0,25 9 12 14

0,2 10 14 7,5 16 14

0,16 11 14 12 20

(b) Test distance: 80 cm

Decimal Nieden Jger Snellen N Parinaud

1,2 4 5 3 5 4

1,0 5 5 6 5

0,8 7 9 4 8.0 6

0,7 8 10 4,5 8

0,63 9 12 5,5 10 10

0,6 9 12 12 10

0,5 9 12 14 10

0,4 10 14 7,5 16 14

0,32 11 14 12 20 14

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ATCO.MED.B.075 Colour vision

Applicants shall be normal trichromates.

AMC1 ATCO.MED.B.075 Colour vision

(a) Pseudoisochromatic plate testing alone is not sufficient.
(b) Colour vision should be assessed using means to demonstrate normal trichromacy.

GM1 ATCO.MED.B.075 Colour vision

The means to demonstrate normal trichromacy include:
(a) anomaloscopy (Nagel or equivalent). This test is considered passed if the colour match is
trichromatic and the matching range is four scale units or less;
(b) Colour Assessment and Diagnosis (CAD) test.

ATCO.MED.B.080 Otorhinolaryngology
(a) Examination:
(1) A routine otorhinolaryngological examination shall form part of all initial, revalidation and
renewal examinations.
(2) Hearing shall be tested at all examinations. The applicant shall understand correctly
conversational speech when tested with each ear at a distance of 2 metres from and with
his/her back turned towards the AME.
(3) Hearing shall be tested with pure tone audiometry at the initial examination and at
subsequent revalidation or renewal examinations every 4 years until the age of 40 and
every 2 years thereafter.
(4) Pure-tone audiometry:
(i) Applicants for a class 3 medical certificate shall not have a hearing loss of more than
35 dB at any of the frequencies 500, 1000 or 2000 Hz, or more than 50 dB at 3000 Hz,
in either ear separately.
(ii) Applicants who do not meet the hearing criteria above shall be referred to the
licensing authority and undergo a specialist assessment before a fit assessment may
be considered. Initial applicants shall undergo a speech discrimination test.
Applicants for a revalidation or renewal of a class 3 medical certificate shall undergo
a functional hearing test in the operational environment.
(5) Hearing aids:
(i) Initial examination: the need of hearing aids to comply with the hearing
requirements entails unfitness.
(ii) Revalidation and renewal examinations: a fit assessment may be considered if the
use of hearing aid(s) or of an appropriate prosthetic aid improves the hearing to
achieve a normal standard as assessed by fully functional testing in the operational
environment.
(iii) If a prosthetic aid is needed to achieve the normal hearing standard, a spare set of
the equipment and accessories, such as batteries, shall be available when exercising
the privileges of the licence.
(b) Applicants with:
(1) an active chronic pathological process of the internal or middle ear;
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(3) disturbance of vestibular function;

(4) significant malformation or significant chronic infection of the oral cavity or upper
respiratory tract;
(5) significant disorder of speech or voice reducing intelligibility;
shall be referred to the licensing authority and undergo further ORL examination and assessment
to establish that the condition does not interfere with the safe exercise of the privileges of the
licence.

AMC1 ATCO.MED.B.080 Otorhinolaryngology

(a) Examination
(1) An otorhinolaryngological examination includes:
(i) history;
(ii) clinical examination including otoscopy, rhinoscopy and examination of the mouth
and throat;
(iii) clinical examination of the vestibular system.
(2) Ear, nose and throat (ENT) specialists involved in the aero-medical assessment of air traffic
controllers should have an understanding of the functionality required by air traffic
controllers whilst exercising the privileges of their licence(s).
(3) Where a full aero-medical assessment and functional check are needed, due regard should
be paid to the operational environment in which the operational functions are undertaken.
(b) Hearing
(1) The follow-up of an applicant with hypoacusis should be decided by the licensing authority.
If at the next annual test there is no indication of further deterioration, the normal
frequency of testing may be resumed.
(2) An appropriate prosthetic aid may be a special headset with individual earpiece volume
controls. Full functional and environmental assessments should be carried out with the
chosen prosthetic equipment in use.
(c) Ear conditions
An applicant with a single dry perforation of non-infectious origin and which does not interfere
with the normal function of the ear may be considered for a fit assessment.
(d) Vestibular disturbance
The presence of vestibular disturbance and spontaneous or positional nystagmus requires
complete vestibular evaluation by a specialist. Significant abnormal caloric or rotational vestibular
responses are disqualifying. At revalidation and renewal aero-medical examinations, abnormal
vestibular responses should be assessed in their clinical context.
(e) Speech disorder
Applicants with a speech disorder should be assessed with due regard to the operational
environment in which the operational functions are undertaken. Applicants with significant
disorder of speech or voice should be assessed as unfit.

GM1 ATCO.MED.B.080 Otorhinolaryngology

HEARING
(a) Speech discrimination test: discriminating speech against other noise including other sources of
verbal communication and ambient noise in the working environment, but not against engine
noise.

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(b) Functional hearing test: the objective of this test is to evaluate the controllers ability to hear the
full range of communications that occur in an operational environment and not just through a
headset or speaker.
(c) Prosthetic aid: the functional hearing test to be carried out with the prosthetic aid in use is to
ensure that the individual is able to perform the functions of his/her licence and that the
equipment is not adversely affected by interference from headsets or other factors.
(d) Pure-tone audiometry: testing at frequencies at or above 4 000 Hz will aid the early diagnosis of
acoustic neuroma, noise-induced hearing loss (NIH) and other disorders of hearing. Particular
attention should be paid in cases where there is a significant difference between thresholds of the
left and right ear.

ATCO.MED.B.085 Dermatology
Applicants shall have no established dermatological condition likely to interfere with the safe exercise of
the privileges of the licence held.

AMC1 ATCO.MED.B.085 Dermatology

(a) Referral to the licensing authority should be made if doubt exists about the fitness of an applicant
with eczema (exogenous and endogenous), severe psoriasis, chronic infections, drug-induced or
bullous eruptions or urticaria.
(b) Systemic effects of radiation or pharmacological treatment for a dermatological condition should
be evaluated before a fit assessment may be considered.
(c) An applicant with a skin condition that causes pain, discomfort, irritation or itching may only be
assessed as fit if the condition can be controlled and does not interfere with the safe exercise of
the privileges of the licence.
(d) In cases where a dermatological condition is associated with a systemic illness, full consideration
should be given to the underlying illness before a fit assessment may be considered.

ATCO.MED.B.090 Oncology
(a) After diagnosis of primary or secondary malignant disease, applicants shall be referred to the
licensing authority and shall undergo satisfactory oncological evaluation before a fit assessment
may be considered.
(b) Applicants with an established history or clinical diagnosis of an intracerebral malignant tumour
shall be assessed as unfit.

AMC1 ATCO.MED.B.090 Oncology

(a) Applicants who have been diagnosed with a malignant disease may be assessed as fit provided:
(1) after primary treatment there is no evidence of residual malignant disease likely to
interfere with the safe exercise of the privileges of the licence;
(2) time appropriate to the type of tumour has elapsed since the end of primary treatment;
(3) the risk of incapacitation from a recurrence or metastasis is sufficiently low;
(4) there is no evidence of short- or long-term sequelae from treatment. Special attention
should be paid to applicants who have received anthracycline chemotherapy;
(5) satisfactory oncology follow-up reports are provided to the licensing authority.
(b) Applicants receiving ongoing chemotherapy or radiation treatment should be assessed as unfit.

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(c) Applicants with a benign intracerebral tumour may be assessed as fit after satisfactory specialist
and neurological evaluation and the condition does not compromise the safe exercise of the
privileges of the licence.
(d) Applicants with pre-malignant conditions may be assessed as fit if treated or excised as necessary
and there is a regular follow-up.

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SUBPART C AERO-MEDICAL EXAMINERS (AMES)

ATCO.MED.C.001 Privileges
(a) In accordance with this Part, the privileges of an AME are to revalidate and renew class 3 medical
certificates, and to conduct the relevant aero-medical examinations and assessments.
(b) The scope of the privileges of the AME, and any condition thereof, shall be specified in the
certificate.
(c) Holders of an AME certificate shall not undertake aero-medical examinations and assessments in
a Member State other than the Member State that issued their AME certificate, unless they have:
(1) been granted access by the host Member State to exercise their professional activities as a
specialised doctor;
(2) informed the competent authority of the host Member State of their intention to conduct
aero-medical examinations and assessments and to issue medical certificates within the
scope of their privileges as AME; and
(3) received a briefing from the competent authority of the host Member State.

ATCO.MED.C.005 Application
(a) The application for an AME certificate shall be submitted in accordance with the procedure
established by the competent authority.
(b) Applicants for an AME certificate shall provide the competent authority with:
(1) personal details and professional address;
(2) documentation demonstrating that they comply with the requirements established in
ATCO.MED.C.010, including the certificate of completion of the training courses in aviation
medicine appropriate to the privileges they apply for;
(3) a written declaration that the AME will issue medical certificates on the basis of the
requirements of this Part.
(c) When the AME undertakes aero-medical examinations in more than one location, they shall
provide the competent authority with relevant information regarding all practice locations and
practice facilities.

ATCO.MED.C.010 Requirements for the issue of an AME certificate

Applicants for an AME certificate with the privileges for the revalidation and renewal of class 3 medical
certificates shall:
(a) be fully qualified and licensed for the practice of medicine and hold a Certificate of Completion, or
have evidence of, specialist medical training;
(b) have successfully completed basic and advanced training courses in aviation medicine, including
specific modules for the aero-medical assessment of air traffic controllers and the specific
environment in air traffic control;
(c) demonstrate to the competent authority that they:
(1) have adequate facilities, procedures, documentation and functioning equipment suitable
for aero-medical examinations; and
(2) have in place the necessary procedures and conditions to ensure medical confidentiality.

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ATCO.MED.C.015 Training courses in aviation medicine

(a) Training courses in aviation medicine shall be approved by the competent authority of the
Member State where the training provider has its principal place of business. The training
provider shall demonstrate that the course syllabus contains the learning objectives to acquire
the necessary competencies and that the persons in charge of providing the training have
adequate knowledge and experience.
(b) Except in the case of refresher training, the courses shall be concluded by a written examination
on the subjects included in the course content.
(c) The training provider shall issue a certificate of completion to the applicants when they have
obtained a pass in the examination.

AMC1 ATCO.MED.C.015 Training courses in aviation medicine

BASIC TRAINING COURSE
(a) Basic training course for AMEs
The basic training course for AMEs should consist of 60 hours of theoretical and practical training,
including specific examination techniques.
(b) The learning objectives to acquire the necessary competences should include theoretical
knowledge, risk management and decision-making principles in the following subjects.
Demonstrations and practical skills should also be included, where appropriate.
(1) Introduction to aviation medicine;
(2) Basic aeronautical knowledge;
(3) Aviation physiology;
(4) Cardiovascular system;
(5) Respiratory system;
(6) Digestive system;
(7) Metabolic and endocrine system;
(8) Haematology;
(9) Genitourinary system;
(10) Obstetrics and gynaecology;
(11) Musculoskeletal system;
(12) Psychiatry;
(13) Psychology;
(14) Neurology;
(15) Visual system and colour vision;
(16) Otorhinolaryngology;
(17) Oncology;
(18) Incidents and accidents, escape and survival;
(19) Legislation, rules and regulations;
(20) Medication and air traffic control.

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AMC2 ATCO.MED.C.015 Training courses in aviation medicine

ADVANCED TRAINING COURSE
(a) The advanced training course for AMEs should consist of another 60 hours of theoretical and
practical training, including specific examination techniques.
(b) The syllabus for the advanced training course should concentrate on the specific air traffic control
environment, and demonstrations and practical skills should be included, where appropriate. The
course should cover at least the following subjects:
(1) Air traffic control working environment;
(2) Ophthalmology, including demonstration and practical training;
(3) Otorhinolaryngology, including demonstration and practical training;
(4) Clinical medicine;
(5) Cardiovascular system;
(6) Neurology;
(7) Psychiatry;
(8) Oncology;
(9) Metabolic and endocrine systems;
(10) Human factors in aviation with a specific focus on the air traffic control environment;
(11) Problematic use of substances.
(c) Practical training at an AeMC should be under the guidance and supervision of the Head of the
AeMC.
(d) After the successful completion of the practical training, a report of demonstrated competence
should be issued.

ATCO.MED.C.020 Changes to the AME certificate

(a) AMEs shall notify the competent authority of the following circumstances which could affect their
certificate:
(1) the AME is subject to disciplinary proceedings or investigation by a medical regulatory
body;
(2) there are any changes to the conditions on which the certificate was granted, including the
content of the statements provided with the application;
(3) the requirements for the issue of an AME certificate are no longer met;
(4) there is a change to the aero-medical examiner's practice location(s) or correspondence
address.
(b) Failure to inform the competent authority shall result in the suspension or revocation of the
privileges of the AME certificate, on the basis of the decision of the competent authority that
suspends or revokes the certificate.

ATCO.MED.C.025 Validity of AME certificates

An AME certificate shall be issued for a period not exceeding 3 years. It shall be revalidated provided the
holder:
(a) continues to fulfil the general conditions required for medical practice and maintains registration
as a medical practitioner;

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(b) has undertaken refresher training in aviation medicine and in the working environments of air
traffic controllers within the last 3 years;
(c) has performed at least 10 aero-medical examinations every year. This number of examinations
may only be reduced by the competent authority in duly justified circumstances;
(d) remains in compliance with the terms of their AME certificate; and
(e) exercises the AME privileges in accordance with this Part.

AMC1 ATCO.MED.C.025(b) Validity of AME certificates

REFRESHER TRAINING IN AVIATION MEDICINE
(a) During the period of authorisation certification, an AME should attend 20 hours of refresher
training, including training with regard to the environment of air traffic control.
(b) A proportionate number of refresher training hours should be provided by, or conducted under
the direct supervision of, the competent authority or the medical assessor.
(c) Attendance at scientific meetings and congresses and air traffic control observation may be
credited by the competent authority for a specified number of hours against the training
obligations of the AME, provided the medical assessor has assessed it in advance as being
relevant for crediting purposes.

GM1 ATCO.MED.C.025(b) Validity of AME certificates

REFRESHER TRAINING IN AVIATION MEDICINE
Scientific meetings or congresses that may be credited by the competent authority:
(a) European Conference of Aerospace Medicine;
(b) International Academy of Aviation and Space Medicine annual congresses;
(c) Aerospace Medical Association annual scientific meetings; and
(d) Other scientific meetings.

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INITIAL TRAINING CONTENT

TABLE OF CONTENTS
AMC1 ATCO.D.010(a) Composition of initial training General

AMC2 ATCO.D.010(a) Composition of initial training List of acronyms/initialisms

AMC1 ATCO.D.010(a)(1) Composition of initial training Basic training Subject objectives and training
objectives

AMC1 ATCO.D.010(a)(2)(i) Composition of initial training Aerodrome control visual rating (ADV) training
Subject objectives and training objectives

AMC1 ATCO.D.010(a)(2)(ii) Composition of initial training Aerodrome control instrument rating for tower
ADI (TWR) training Subject objectives and training objectives

AMC1 ATCO.D.010(a)(2)(iii) Composition of initial training Approach control procedural rating (APP)
training Subject objectives and training objectives

AMC1 ATCO.D.010(a)(2)(iv) Composition of initial training Area control procedural rating (ACP) training
Subject objectives and training objectives

AMC1 ATCO.D.010(a)(2)(v) Composition of initial training Approach control surveillance rating (APS)
training Subject objectives and training objectives

AMC1 ATCO.D.010(a)(2)(vi) Composition of initial training Area control surveillance rating (ACS) training
Subject objectives and training objectives

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AMC1 ATCO.D.010(a) Composition of initial training

GENERAL
1. Structure of the basic and rating training syllabi

(a) The basic and rating training syllabi have been structured as follows:
(1) The syllabus is divided into subjects, which are divided into topics that are in turn divided
into subtopics. This structure serves the definition and classification of the objectives. There
can be one or several objectives linked to each subtopic.
(2) Objectives are assigned to a specific subject which deals with the knowledge and skills
needed to accomplish the related subject objective.
(3) Subjects, topics and subtopics are contained in Appendices 2 to 8 to Annex I to Commission
Regulation (EU) 2015/340, and are repeated in:
AMC1 ATCO.D.010(a)(1) Composition of initial training BASIC TRAINING
SUBJECT OBJECTIVES AND TRAINING OBJECTIVES;
AMC1 ATCO.D.010(a)(2)(i) Composition of initial training AERODROME
CONTROL VISUAL RATING (ADV) TRAINING SUBJECT OBJECTIVES AND
TRAINING OBJECTIVES;
AMC1 ATCO.D.010(a)(2)(ii) Composition of initial training AERODROME
CONTROL INSTRUMENT RATING FOR TOWER ADI (TWR) TRAINING SUBJECT
OBJECTIVES AND TRAINING OBJECTIVES;
AMC1 ATCO.D.010(a)(2)(iii) Composition of initial training APPROACH
CONTROL PROCEDURAL RATING (APP) TRAINING SUBJECT OBJECTIVES AND
TRAINING OBJECTIVES;
AMC1 ATCO.D.010(a)(2)(iv) Composition of initial training AREA CONTROL
PROCEDURAL RATING (ACP) TRAINING SUBJECT OBJECTIVES AND TRAINING
OBJECTIVES;
AMC1 ATCO.D.010(a)(2)(v) Composition of initial training APPROACH
CONTROL SURVEILLANCE RATING (APS) TRAINING SUBJECT OBJECTIVES AND
TRAINING OBJECTIVES
AMC1 ATCO.D.010(a)(2)(vi) Composition of initial training AREA CONTROL
SURVEILLANCE RATING (ACS) TRAINING SUBJECT OBJECTIVES AND
TRAINING OBJECTIVES
in order to provide the reader with a comprehensive and unique reference document for
the basic and each of the rating trainings. Subject objectives and training objectives are
included in and form an integral part of each of the aforementioned AMCs.

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Figure 1: Layout of syllabus

(a) The following principles may be applied to the development of a training course that is based on
any of the syllabi:
(1) The structure of the syllabi and the order of the objectives contained therein is neither
intended to convey a pedagogical sequence nor to indicate a relative level of importance.
(2) No objective from the basic training syllabus is repeated as a refresher in the rating
training syllabi.
(3) The number of objectives contained within a subtopic does not necessarily signify how long
it should take to teach that subtopic. For example, a subtopic containing five relatively
straightforward objectives, may take a shorter time to be taught than another subtopic
containing two complex objectives.
2. Structure of objectives

(a) An objective consists of three elements:

(1) The corpus, which is a description of the required performance. It always contains an
action verb to ensure that the outcome is observable. The action verb is always
associated with a defined taxonomy.
(2) The level, which indicates numerically the taxonomy of the action verb.
(3) The content, which may be implicit or explicit. The explicit content is written in the content
field, while the implicit content is not but, instead, is implied in the corpus of the
objective and other elements (syllabus, subject, etc.). Content that is a required part of
the objective is written in the red shaded field. Optional content, written in italics, may be
used if considered appropriate.

Figure 2: Layout of an objective

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3. Repeated and common objectives

(a) Repeated and common objectives are only applicable to rating training.
(b) To the right of each objective, there is an indication of which other ratings contain this particular
objective. If the rating is indicated in red italics, it notifies the reader that the objective(s) is (are)
verbatim in each rating; however, the objective numbers are different. This indication is the first
step to help the training providers in identifying the potential commonalities between the various
syllabi. As a second step, the training provider must determine, at the level of local
implementation, whether the objective is to be regarded as repeated or common.

Figure 3: Indication of the ratings that particular objective applies to

3.1 Repeated objectives

All the objectives appearing in a syllabus are implicitly appropriate to this syllabus. As a consequence,
objectives may be repeated verbatim in different rating syllabi and nevertheless specify a different
performance. The reader always needs to mentally add the sentence in this syllabus context at the end
of each objective.
For example, the objective use approved phraseology is repeated (same level, same corpus, same
content) in all the syllabi but is different because the context is different in each syllabus (a learner able
to use approved phraseology for en-route traffic will need additional training before mastering the
phraseology in the provision of aerodrome control).
3.2 Common objectives

(a) Common objectives are verbatim the same objectives that appear in more than one rating syllabi
in the same context so that they do not need to be taught again in case of combined or
successively organised courses.
For example, the objective describe the human information processing model is common for all
the syllabi because the context is non-specific and is, therefore, not determined by the type of
rating.
(b) As a general principle, the rating subject Human Factors is identical in each of the rating training
syllabi and can be considered as containing common objectives because the context is always the
same. This means that the rating training objectives relating to Human Factors need to be taught
only once. If a learner is acquiring an additional rating, he/she would not be required to repeat
the Human Factors objectives.
4. Action verbs that support the taxonomy for training objectives

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(a) The five taxonomy levels should be understood to have the following levels of complexity:
(1) Action verbs for Level 1
Level 1 A basic knowledge of the subject. It is the ability to remember essential points, to
memorise data and retrieve it.

L1 Verb Definition Example

State what it is and what Define ATC service.
Define its limits are; state the
definition.
Produce a picture, Draw the block diagram.
Draw pattern or diagram. Draw a holding pattern.
Say one after the other. List the main structure components
List
of an aircraft.
Give name of objects or Name the components of an ILS.
Name procedures. Name the key national and
international aviation organisations.
Repeat what is written Quote ICAO definition of ATC service.
Quote
or said.
To know what it is Recognise the information contained
Recognise because you've seen it in the different parts of the AIP.
before.
Say or write in a formal State the meteorological hazards to
State
or definite way. aviation.

(2) Action verbs for Level 2

Level 2 The ability to understand and to discuss the subject matter intelligently in order
to represent and act upon certain objects and events.

L2 Verb Definition Example

To describe the quality of Characterise the main
Characterise
features in something. items of ATC equipment.
To think carefully about it. Consider the benefits of
Consider Critical Incident Stress
Management (CISM).
Describe and explain; logically Demonstrate the
Demonstrate or mathematically prove the importance of good
truth of a statement. communications in ATC.
Say what it is like or what Describe the methods by
Describe happened. which ICAO notifies and
implements legislation.
Show the differences between Differentiate between
Differentiate
things. different types of visibility.
Give details about something Explain the purpose and
Explain or describe so that it can be function of ICAO.
understood.
Take account of Take into consideration before Take account of the wind

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deciding. influence when calculating

a ground speed.
Take account of the
limitations of equipment
and systems.

(3) Action verbs for Level 3

Level 3 A thorough knowledge of the subject and the ability to apply it with accuracy.
The ability to make use of the repertoire of knowledge to develop plans and activate them.

L3 Verb Definition Example

Act Carry out, execute. Act to reduce stress.
Use something in a situation Apply separation.
Apply
or activity.
To understand a situation and Appreciate the necessity
know what is involved in a for coordination (The
problem-solving situation, to learner says that the
Appreciate state a plan without applying coordination will be done
it. and with whom, he/she
does not perform the
actual coordination).
Help somebody to do a job by Assist the pilot.
Assist
doing part of it.
To discover from information Calculate appropriate
you already have by levels.
arithmetic; to think about a Calculate conversions
Calculate
possible cause of action in between the three north
order to form an opinion or designations.
decide what to do.
Make sure the information is Check the accuracy of flight
correct (satisfactory). data information.
Check
Check availability of
information material.
Select out of number, decide Choose appropriate levels.
Choose to do one thing rather than Choose which aircraft
another. should be vectored.
Assemble, accumulate, bring Collect examples of
or come together. different types of error,
Collect
their causes and
consequences in ATC.
Conduct Organise and carry out. Conduct coordination.
Establish more firmly, Confirm sequence order.
Confirm
corroborate.

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L3 Verb Definition Example

Turn into ordinary writing, Decode the content of
Decode decipher. weather reports and
forecast.
Put into code or cipher. Encode and decode flight
plans (including
Encode
supplementary
information).
Form an approximate Estimate distance and
Estimate judgement of a number, form direction between two
an opinion. points.
Execute Perform action. Execute corrective actions.
Copy out, make extracts from, Extract pertinent data from
Extract find, deduce. relevant sources to produce
a flight progress display.
Associate oneself inseparably Identify the role of ATC as a
with, establish the identity. service provider and the
Identify requirements of the ATS
users.
Identify an aircraft.
Tell, give facts or information. Inform supervisor of
Inform
situation.
Begin, set going, originate. Initiate appropriate
Initiate
coordination.
Input Enter in the system. Input data.
Send forth, publish. Issue appropriate ATC
clearances.
Issue
Issue appropriate traffic
information.
Maintain Cause or enable to continue. Maintain flight data display.
Ascertain extent or quality of Measure distance on a
(thing) by comparison with map.
Measure
fixed unit or with object of
known size.
Keep under observation. Monitor traffic.
Monitor the effect of
Monitor human information
processing factors on
decision-making.
Make known, announce, Notify runway in use.
Notify
report.
Acquire easily without Obtain meteorological
research. information.
Obtain
Obtain information from
the relieving controller.

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L3 Verb Definition Example

Conduct work on equipment. Operate the equipment of
Operate the controller working
position.
Move, cause to go, transmit. Pass essential traffic
Pass
information without delay.
Carry into effect, go through, Perform communication
Perform
execute. effectively.
To put through the steps of a Process pertinent data on
Process
prescribed procedure. data displays.
Register, set down for Record information by
Record
remembrance or reference. writing effectively.
Receive and pass on, Relay meteorological
Relay broadcast. information from pilot
reports.
Provide an answer, perform Respond to loss/doubt
answering or corresponding concerning identification.
Respond action. Respond to distress and
urgency messages and
signals.
Continuously observe rapidly, Scan data display.
Scan sequentially and selectively in
order to extract relevant data.
Hand over. Transfer information to the
Transfer
relieving controller.
Refresh, bring up to date. Update the data display to
Update accurately reflect the traffic
situation.
Employ for a purpose, handle Use approved phraseology.
Use as instrument, put into Use the available means for
operation. coordination.
Establish truth of. Verify the mode C
Verify
information.

(4) Action verbs for Level 4

Level 4 Ability to establish a line of action within a unit of known applications following
the correct chronology and the adequate method to resolve a problematic situation. This
involves the integration of known applications in a familiar situation.

L4 Verb Definition Example

Gain by oneself and for Acquire relevant aeronautical
Acquire
oneself, obtain after research. information.
Change to a new position, Adjust the surveillance
Adjust
value or setting. system display.

Allocate Assign, devote. Allocate levels (height,

altitude, flight level)

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L4 Verb Definition Example

according to altimetry data.
Examine minutely the Analyse examples of pilot and
constitution of. controller communication for
effectiveness.
Analyse
Analyse the information
provided by the radar
equipment.
Assign Designate or set an element. Assign codes.
Negotiate with others in order Coordinate runway in use.
Coordinate to work together effectively. Coordinate in the provision of
FIS.
Comply Act in accordance with. Comply with rules.
Commit authority to Delegate separation to pilots
somebody. in the case of aircraft
Delegate
executing successive visual
approaches.
Detect Discover existence of. Detect potential conflict.
Make safe, make certain. Ensure the agreed course of
Ensure
action is carried out.
Assist the progress of, do Expedite traffic.
Expedite
speedily.
Combine into a whole, Integrate appropriate ATC
Integrate
complete by addition of parts. clearances in control service.
Handle, conduct, maintain Manage traffic on the
control over something, be in manoeuvring area.
Manage charge of. Manage traffic in accordance
with procedural changes.
Give orderly structure to, Organise pertinent data on
Organise frame and put into working data displays.
order. Organise priority of actions.
Forecast. Predict positions of aircraft in
Predict the aerodrome traffic and
taxi circuits.
Supply, furnish. Provide radar separation.
Provide
Provide FIS.
Establish link with. Relate a pressure setting to
Relate
an altitude.

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(5) Action verbs for Level 5

Level 5 Ability to analyse new situation in order to elaborate and apply one or other
relevant strategy to solve a complex problem. The defining feature is that the situation is
qualitatively different from those previously met, requiring judgement and evaluation of
options.

L5 verb Definition Example

Estimate value or difficulty, Assess workload.
Assess
evaluate, appraise.
Weigh (a question, two Balance the workload with
Balance arguments, etc., against each the traffic demand.
other).
Investigate by reasoning or Discuss the impact of
Discuss
argument. regulation.
Ascertain amount of, find Evaluate the necessary
numerical expression for. information to be provided to
Evaluate
pilots in need of navigational
assistance.
To decide on something's Interpret operational
Interpret meaning or significance when information.
there is a choice.
To make optimal; get the most Optimise the use of support
Optimise out of; use best; modify to tools.
achieve maximum efficiency.
Resolve Solve, clear up, settle. Resolve conflict.
Pick out as best or most Select the runway in use.
Select
suitable.
Extract general principles from Theorise the resolution of
Theorise a particular experience. conflict between a slow and a
fast aircraft.
Make valid, ratify, prove valid, Validate one radar vectoring
Validate show or confirm the validity of option to expedite the traffic.
something.

(b) Application of taxonomy levels to practically-based objectives

(1) Objectives at taxonomy level 3 or higher, which are of a practical nature, related to all
subjects except ATM, may be achieved by any suitable type of practical training methods,
e.g. hands on, plotting on charts, etc.
(2) Objectives at taxonomy level 3 or higher, for the ATM subject (basic and rating), are
practical by nature and require the integration of several knowledge areas and skills at the
same time, e.g. vectoring of an aircraft requires knowledge and skills in the areas of radio
telephony, aircraft performance, navigation and radar theory. Therefore, ATM level 3
objectives should be achieved through the use of a part task trainer or a simulator.
(3) ATM level 4 objectives should be achieved for the most part through the use of a simulator.
A part task trainer, which presents operational situations at an enforced pace, may be used
to achieve some ATM level 4 objectives.

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(4) ATM level 5 objectives should be achieved through the use of a simulator.

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AMC2 ATCO.D.010(a) Composition of initial training

LIST OF ACRONYMS/INITIALISMS
For the purposes of:
AMC1 ATCO.D.010(a)(1) Composition of initial training BASIC TRAINING SUBJECT
OBJECTIVES AND TRAINING OBJECTIVES
AMC1 ATCO.D.010(a)(2)(i) Composition of initial training AERODROME CONTROL VISUAL
RATING (ADV) TRAINING SUBJECT OBJECTIVES AND TRAINING OBJECTIVES
AMC1 ATCO.D.010(a)(2)(ii) Composition of initial training AERODROME CONTROL
INSTRUMENT RATING FOR TOWER ADI (TWR) TRAINING SUBJECT OBJECTIVES AND TRAINING
OBJECTIVES
AMC1 ATCO.D.010(a)(2)(iii) Composition of initial training APPROACH CONTROL PROCEDURAL
RATING (APP) TRAINING SUBJECT OBJECTIVES AND TRAINING OBJECTIVES
AMC1 ATCO.D.010(a)(2)(iv) Composition of initial training AREA CONTROL PROCEDURAL
RATING (ACP) TRAINING SUBJECT OBJECTIVES AND TRAINING OBJECTIVES
AMC1 ATCO.D.010(a)(2)(v) Composition of initial training APPROACH CONTROL
SURVEILLANCE RATING (APS) TRAINING SUBJECT OBJECTIVES AND TRAINING OBJECTIVES
AMC1 ATCO.D.010(a)(2)(vi) Composition of initial training AREA CONTROL SURVEILLANCE
RATING (ACS) TRAINING SUBJECT OBJECTIVES AND TRAINING OBJECTIVES
the following acronyms/initialisms will apply:
Acronym/Initialism Meaning
ABAS Aircraft-based Augmentation System (EGNOS)
ACAS Airborne Collision Avoidance System
ACC Area Control Centre
ACP Area Control Procedural Rating
ACFT Aircraft (subject)
ACN Aircraft Classification Number
ACS Area Control Surveillance Rating
ADF Automatic Direction Finding System
ADI Aerodrome Control Instrument
ADS Automatic Dependent Surveillance
ADV Aerodrome Control Visual Rating
ADVS Advisory Service
AEA Association of European Airlines
AFIL Air Filed Flight Plan
AFTN Aeronautical fixed telecommunication network
AGA Aerodromes
AIC Aeronautical Information Circular
AIP Aeronautical Information Publication
AIRAC Aeronautical Information Regulation and Control
AIRAC SUP AIRAC Supplement

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AIREP Air-Report
AIRMET Information concerning en-route weather phenomena which may affect the safety of
low-level aircraft operations
AIS Aeronautical Information Service
ALRS Alerting Service
AMC Acceptable Means of Compliance
APM Approach Path Monitor
APP Approach Control/Centre/Procedural Rating
APS Approach Control Surveillance Rating
APV Approach Procedure with Vertical guidance
APW Area Proximity Warning
ASDA Accelerate Stop Distance Available
ASM Airspace Management
ASMGCS Advanced Surface Movement Guidance and Control Systems
ATC Air Traffic Control
ATCEUC Air Traffic Controllers European Unions Coordination
ATCO Air Traffic Controller
ATCS Air Traffic Control Service
ATFCM Air Traffic Flow and Capacity Management
ATFM Air Traffic Flow Management
ATIS Automatic Terminal Information Service
ATM Air Traffic Management
ATS Air Traffic Services
ATZ Aerodrome Traffic Zone
AVASI Advanced Visual Approach Slope Indicator
B-RNAV Basic Area Navigation
BIRDTAM Bird hazard NOTAM (NOTAM reporting bird hazard)
CANSO Civil Air Navigation Services Organisation
CAT Clear Air Turbulence
CBA Cross Border Area
CBT Computer-Based Training
CCIS Closed Circuit Information System
CDR Conditional Route
CISM Critical Incident Stress Management
CPDLC Controller Pilot Data Link Communications
CPL Current Flight Plan
D-GPS Differential Global Positioning System
DFTI Distance from Touchdown Indicator

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DME Distance Measuring Equipment

Doc Document
EAM ESARR Advisory Material
EASA European Aviation Safety Agency
EAT Expected Approach Time
EATCHIP European Air Traffic Control Harmonisation and Integration Programme
EATMP European Air Traffic Management Programme
EC European Commission
ECAC European Civil Aviation Conference
EET Estimated Elapsed Time
EFIS Electronic Flight Instrument System
EGNOS European Geostationary Overlay Service
EQPS Equipment and Systems (subject)
ESARR Eurocontrol Safety Regulatory Requirements
ETF European Transport Workers' Federation
EUROCONTROL European Organisation for the Safety of Air Navigation
FAB Functional Airspace Block
FDPS Flight Data Processing System
FIR Flight Information Region
FIS Flight Information Service
FMS Flight Management System
FPB Flight Progress Board
FPL Flight Plan
FUA Flexible Use of Airspace
GAIN Report Global Aviation Information Network Report
GBAS Ground-Based Augmentation System
GLONASS Global Orbiting Navigation Satellite System
GNSS Global Navigation Satellite System
GP Glide Path
GPS Global Positioning System
GPWS Ground Proximity Warning System
GUI Guidelines
HBK Handbook
HF High Frequency
HUM Human Factors (subject)
IACA International Air Carrier Association
IAOPA International Council of Aircraft Owner and Pilot Associations

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IATA International Air Transport Association

ICAO International Civil Aviation Organisations
IFALPA International Federation of Airline Pilots Association
IFATCA International Federation of Air Traffic Controllers Associations
IFPS Integrated Initial Flight Plan Processing System
IFR Instrument Flight Rules
ILS Instrument Landing System
IMC Instrument Meteorological Conditions
INS Inertial Navigation System
INTR Introduction to the course (subject)
IRS Inertial Reference System
IRVR Instrument Runway Visual Range
ISA International Standard Atmosphere
ITU International Telecommunications Union
LAW Aviation Law (subject)
LDA Landing Distance Available
LLZ Localizer
LNAV Lateral Navigation
LOA Letter of Agreement
LPV Lateral Precision with Vertical guidance approach
MET Meteorology
METAR Meteorological Aviation Routine Weather Report
MLS Microwave Landing System
Mode A SSR identification code
Mode C SSR Mode C (Pronounced: Mode Charlie)
Mode S Mode Select
MONA Monitoring Aids
MSAW Minimum Safe Altitude Warning
MTCD Medium Term Conflict Detection
MWO Meteorological Watch Office
NAV Navigation (subject)
NAVAID Navigation(al) Aid
NDB Non-Directional Beacon
No. Number
NOTAM Notice to Airmen
OJT On the Job Training
OLDI On-Line Data Interchange

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P-RNAV Precision Area Navigation

PANS Procedures for Air Navigation Services
PAPI Precision Approach Path Indicator
PAR Precision Approach Radar
PBN Performance Based Navigation
PCN Pavement Classification Number
PEN Professional Environment (subject)
PSR Primary Surveillance Radar
PTP Part Time Practice
QDM Magnetic Heading
QDR Magnetic Bearing
QFE Atmospheric pressure at aerodrome elevation
QNH Atmospheric pressure at mean sea level
QTF The position of the transmitting station according to the bearings taken by the D/F
station
RAIM Receiver Autonomous Integrity Monitoring
RCC Rescue Coordination Centre
RDPS Radar Data Processing System
RNAV Area Navigation
RNP Required Navigation Performance
RNP-RNAV Required Navigation Performance-Area Navigation
ROC Rate of Climb
RPL Stored Flight Plan
RTF Radio Telephony
RVR Runway Visual Range
RVSM Reduced Vertical Separation Minimum
SADIS Satellite Distribution of World Area Forecast System
SAR Search and Rescue
SARPs Standards and Recommended Practices (ICAO)
SBAS Satellite Based Augmentation System
SELCAL Selective Calling
SERA Standardised European Rules of the Air
SHELL (model) Software, Hardware, Environment, Live ware, Live ware Model
SID Standard Instrument Departure (Route)
SIGMET Significant Meteorological Information
SMR Surface Movement Radar
SNOWTAM NOTAM on SNOW conditions
SPECI Aviation Selected Special Weather Report

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SRC Safety Regulation Commission

SRU Safety Regulation Unit
SSR Secondary Surveillance Radar
STCA Short Term Conflict Alert
SVFR Special Visual Flight Rules Flight
TACAN UHF Tactical Air Navigation Aid
TAF Terminal Area (Aerodrome) Forecast
TCAC Tropical Cyclone Advisory Centre
TODA Take Off Distance Available
TORA Take Off Run Available
TRM Team Resource Management
TSA Temporary Segregated Area
TWR Tower Control Unit (Aerodrome Control Tower)
UDES Unusual Degraded Emergency Situations
UDF Ultra High Frequency Direction Finder
UHF Ultra High Frequency
UTC Coordinated Universal Time
VAAC Volcanic Ash Advisory Centre
VASI Visual Approach Slope Indicator
VDF Very High Frequency Direction Finder
VFR Visual Flight Rules
VHF Very High Frequency
VMC Visual Meteorological Conditions
VNAV Vertical Navigation
VOLMET Routine Weather Reports Broadcast on VHF
VOR VHF Omni-directional Radio Range
WAFC World Area Forecast Centre
WAFS World Area Forecast System
WGS-84 World Geodetic System 84

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AMC1 ATCO.D.010(a)(1) Composition of initial training - content

BASIC TRAINING SUBJECT OBJECTIVES AND TRAINING OBJECTIVES

TABLE OF CONTENTS

AMC1 ATCO.D.010(a)(1) main paragraph

SUBJECT 1: INTRODUCTION TO THE COURSE

SUBJECT 2: AVIATION LAW

SUBJECT 3: AIR TRAFFIC MANAGEMENT

SUBJECT 4: METEOROLOGY

SUBJECT 5: NAVIGATION

SUBJECT 6: AIRCRAFT

SUBJECT 7: HUMAN FACTORS

SUBJECT 8: EQUIPMENT AND SYSTEMS

SUBJECT 9: PROFESSIONAL ENVIRONMENT

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AMC1 ATCO.D.010(a)(1) Composition of initial training

BASIC TRAINING SUBJECT OBJECTIVES AND TRAINING OBJECTIVES
(a) The general principles that apply to this AMC are contained in AMC1 ATCO.D.010(a).
(b) Basic training should contain the following subject objectives and training objectives that are
associated with the subjects, topics and subtopics contained in Appendix 2 to Annex I to
Commission Regulation (EU) 2015/340 Basic training.
(c) Subjects, topics and subtopics from Appendix 2 to Annex I to Commission Regulation (EU)
2015/340 are repeated in this AMC for the convenience of the reader and do not form part of it.

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SUBJECT 1: INTRODUCTION TO THE COURSE

The subject objective is:
Learners shall know and understand the training programme that they will follow and how to obtain the
appropriate information, and recognise the potential for development of their careers in ATC.

TOPIC INTRB 1 COURSE MANAGEMENT

Subtopic INTRB 1.1 Course introduction

BASIC Explain the aims and main objectives of the 2
INTRB course.
1.1.1

Subtopic INTRB 1.2 Course administration

BASIC State course administration. 1
INTRB
1.2.1

Subtopic INTRB 1.3 Study material and training documentation

BASIC Use appropriate documentation and their 3 Optional content: training
INTRB sources for the course. documentation, library, CBT library,
1.3.1 web, learning management server

BASIC Integrate appropriate information into 4 Training documentation

INTRB course studies. Optional content: supplementary
1.3.2
information, library

TOPIC INTRB 2 INTRODUCTION TO THE ATC TRAINING COURSE

Subtopic INTRB 2.1 Course content and organisation

BASIC State the different training methods applied 1 Theoretical training, practical training,
INTRB to the course. self-study, types of training events
2.1.1

BASIC State the subjects of the course and their 1

INTRB purpose.
2.1.2
BASIC Describe the organisation of theoretical 2 Optional content: course programme
INTRB training.
2.1.3
BASIC Describe the organisation of practical 2 Optional content: PTP, simulation,
INTRB training. briefing, debriefing, course programme
2.1.4

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Subtopic INTRB 2.2 Training ethos

BASIC Recognise the feedback mechanisms 1 Optional content: instructor
INTRB available. discussions, training progress,
2.2.1 assessment, examinations, results,
briefing, debriefing

BASIC Describe the positive effect of working and 2 Team work in theoretical and practical
INTRB learning together with course participants. training
2.2.2

Subtopic INTRB 2.3 Assessment process

BASIC Describe the assessment process. 2
INTRB
2.3.1

TOPIC INTRB 3 INTRODUCTION TO THE ATCOs FUTURE

Subtopic INTRB 3.1 Job prospects

BASIC Recognise an ATCOs working environment. 1 Area control unit, approach control
INTRB unit, aerodrome control unit
3.1.1

BASIC Recognise career developments. 1 Optional content: OJT instructor,

INTRB supervisor, operational managerial
3.1.2 posts, non-operational posts

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SUBJECT 2: AVIATION LAW

The subject objective is:
Learners shall apply the regulations governing the rules of the air, airspace and flight planning and
explain their development or, where applicable, their incorporation into national legislation.

TOPIC LAWB 1 INTRODUCTION TO AVIATION LAW

Subtopic LAWB 1.1 Relevance of aviation law

BASIC State the necessity for air law, the sources 1 Relevant EU legislation,
LAWB and development of aviation law. ICAO Convention
1.1.1
Optional content: ICAO Annex 2,
national aviation law

BASIC Name the key national and international 1 Optional content: ICAO, ECAC, EASA,
LAWB aviation organisations. EUROCONTROL, national authority
1.1.2
BASIC Describe the impact these organisations 2
LAWB have on ATC and their interaction with each
1.1.3 other.

TOPIC LAWB 2 INTERNATIONAL ORGANISATIONS

Subtopic LAWB 2.1 ICAO

BASIC Explain the purpose and function of ICAO. 2
LAWB
2.1.1
BASIC Describe the methods by which ICAO notifies 2 SARPs, PANS, ICAO Annexes, ICAO
LAWB and implements legislation. documents
2.1.2
Optional content: regional offices

Subtopic LAWB 2.2 European and other agencies

BASIC Explain the purpose and functions of 2 Network manager function
LAWB EUROCONTROL.
2.2.1
BASIC Explain the purpose and functions of EASA. 2
LAWB
2.2.2
BASIC State the purpose and function of other 1 Optional content: ECAC, EU, ITU,
LAWB international agencies and their relevance to CANSO
2.2.3 air traffic operations.

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Subtopic LAWB 2.3 Aviation associations

BASIC State the purpose of controller, pilot, airline 1 Optional content: IFATCA, IFALPA,
LAWB and airspace user associations and their IATA, AEA, IAOPA, IACA, military
2.3.1 interaction with ATC. services, ETF, ATCEUC

TOPIC LAWB 3 NATIONAL ORGANISATIONS

Subtopic LAWB 3.1 Purpose and function

BASIC Describe the purpose and function of 2 Optional content: civil aviation
LAWB appropriate national agencies and their administration agencies, government
3.1.1 relevance to air traffic operations. agencies

Subtopic LAWB 3.2 National legislative procedures

BASIC Describe the means by which legislation is 2 ICAO Annex 15
LAWB implemented, notified and updated. Optional content: AIS, AIPs, AIRAC,
3.2.1
SUPs, AICs, NOTAMs, integrated
aeronautical information package,
national legislation, letters of
agreement, operations manual

BASIC Recognise the information contained in the 1

LAWB different parts of the AIP.
3.2.2

Subtopic LAWB 3.3 Competent authority

BASIC Name the competent authority responsible 1
LAWB for licensing and enforcing legislation and
3.3.1 operational procedures.
BASIC Describe how the competent authority 2
LAWB carries out its safety regulation
3.3.2 responsibilities.

Subtopic LAWB 3.4 National aviation associations

BASIC State the purpose of national controller, 1
LAWB pilot, airline and airspace user associations.
3.4.1

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TOPIC LAWB 4 ATS SAFETY MANAGEMENT

Subtopic LAWB 4.1 Safety regulation

BASIC Describe the need for safety regulation. 2 Regulation (EC) No 216/20086
LAWB
Optional content: Regulation (EU)
4.1.1
No 1034/20117, national regulations
BASIC Describe the general principles of the safety 2 Safety regulation
LAWB organisation. Optional content: Regulation (EU)
4.1.2
No 1035/20118, national regulations

BASIC Explain the impact of safety regulation on 2 Optional content: Regulation (EU)
LAWB the controller. 2015/3409 on ATCO LIcensing
4.1.3
Subtopic LAWB 4.2 Safety management system
BASIC Explain the regulatory requirements of safety 2 Regulation (EU) No 1035/2011
LAWB management systems in ATM.
4.2.1
BASIC Explain the principles of the safety 2 Regulation (EU) No 1035/2011
LAWB management systems.
4.2.2
BASIC Describe the safety assessment 2 Regulation (EU) No 1035/2011,
LAWB methodology. Regulation (EU) No 1034/2011
4.2.3
Optional content: EATMP Air
navigation system safety assessment
methodology, national regulations

TOPIC LAWB 5 RULES AND REGULATIONS

Subtopic LAWB 5.1 Units of measurement

BASIC Describe the units of measurement used in 2 Council Directive 80/181/EEC10 on units
LAWB aviation. of measurement
5.1.1

6
Regulation (EC) No 216/2008 of the European Parliament and of the Council of 20 February 2008 on common rules in the field of
civil aviation and establishing a European Aviation Safety Agency, and repealing Council Directive 91/670/EEC, Regulation (EC)
No 1592/2002 and Directive 2004/36/EC (OJ L 79, 19.3.2008, p. 1), as last amended.
7
Commission Implementing Regulation (EU) No 1034/2011 of 17 October 2011 on safety oversight in air traffic management and
air navigation services and amending Regulation (EU) No 691/2010 (OJ L 271, 18.10.2011, p. 15).
8
Commission Implementing Regulation (EU) No 1035/2011 of 17 October 2011 laying down common requirements for the
provision of air navigation services and amending Regulations (EC) No 482/2008 and (EU) No 691/2010(OJ L 271, 18.10.2011, p.
23).
9
Commission Regulation (EU) 2015/340 of 20 February 2015 laying down technical requirements and administrative procedures
relating to air traffic controllers' licences and certificates pursuant to Regulation (EC) No 216/2008 of the European Parliament
and of the Council, amending Commission Implementing Regulation (EU) No 923/2012 and repealing Commission Regulation (EU)
No 805/2011 (OJ L 63, 6.3.2015, p. 1)
10
Council Directive 80/181/EEC of 20 December 1979 on the approximation of the laws of the Member States relating to units of
measurement and on the repeal of Directive 71/354/EEC (OJ L 39, 15.2.1980, p. 40).

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Subtopic LAWB 5.2 ATCO licensing/certification

BASIC Explain the ATCO licensing/certification 2 Regulation (EU) 2015/340 on ATCO
LAWB process. Licensing, approved training courses;
5.2.1 ATCO licences, ratings and
endorsements
Optional content: national processes

BASIC Explain the privileges and limitations of 2 Regulation (EU) 2015/340 on ATCO
LAWB controller licences. Licensing
5.2.2

Subtopic LAWB 5.3 Overview of ANS and ATS

BASIC Differentiate between the Air Navigation 2 Regulation (EC) No 216/2008,
LAWB Services. Regulation (EC) No 549/200411
5.3.1
BASIC Explain the considerations which determine 2 ICAO Annex 11
LAWB the need for the ATS.
5.3.2
BASIC Differentiate between the ATS. 2 ATCS, ADVS, FIS, ALRS
LAWB
5.3.3
BASIC Explain the objectives of ATS. 2 Regulation (EU) No 923/201212
LAWB
5.3.4

Subtopic LAWB 5.4 Rules of the air

BASIC Explain the rules of the air. 2 Regulation (EU) No 923/2012
LAWB
5.4.1
BASIC State any notified differences with ICAO. 1 Regulation (EU) No 923/2012
LAWB
Optional content: Supplements to ICAO
5.4.2
Annex 2 and ICAO Annex 11
BASIC Appreciate the influence of relevant flight 3 General flight rules, instrument flight
LAWB rules on ATC. rules, visual flight rules
5.4.3
BASIC Appreciate the differences between flying in 3 Regulation (EU) No 923/2012
LAWB accordance with VFR and IFR, in VMC and
5.4.4 IMC.

Subtopic LAWB 5.5 Airspace and ATS routes

11
Regulation (EC) No 549/2004 of the European Parliament and of the Council of 10 March 2004 laying down the framework for the
creation of the single European sky (the framework Regulation) Statement by the Member States on military issues related to
the single European sky (OJ L 96, 31.3.2004, p. 1).
12
Commission Implementing Regulation (EU) No 923/2012 of 26 September 2012 laying down the common rules of the air and
operational provisions regarding services and procedures in air navigation and amending Implementing Regulation (EU)
No 1035/2011 and Regulations (EC) No 1265/2007, (EC) No 1794/2006, (EC) No 730/2006, (EC) No 1033/2006 and (EU)
No 255/2010 (OJ L 281, 13.10.2012, p. 1).

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BASIC Explain airspace classification. 2 Regulation (EU) No 923/2012

LAWB
5.5.1
BASIC Differentiate between the different types of 2 Optional content: control zones,
LAWB airspace. control areas, airways, upper and
5.5.2 lower airspace, restricted areas,
prohibited and danger areas, FIR,
aerodrome traffic zone, etc.
BASIC Differentiate between the different types of 2 Airway, arrival route, departure route,
LAWB ATS routes. advisory route, controlled route,
5.5.3 uncontrolled route, etc.
BASIC Decode information from aeronautical 3 Optional content: control zones,
LAWB charts. control areas, ATS routes, upper and
5.5.4 lower airspace, restricted areas,
prohibited and danger areas, FIR,
aerodrome traffic zone, etc.
Subtopic LAWB 5.6 Flight plan
BASIC Explain the functions of a flight plan. 2 Regulation (EU) No 923/2012,
LAWB ICAO Doc 4444
5.6.1
BASIC Explain the different types of flight plans and 2 Regulation (EU) No 923/2012,
LAWB associated update messages. ICAO Doc 4444
5.6.2
BASIC Explain the pilots responsibilities in relation 2 Inadvertent changes, intended changes,
LAWB to adherence to flight plan. position reporting
5.6.3
BASIC Describe flight plan processing. 2 Optional content: AFTN, IFPS
LAWB
5.6.4
Subtopic LAWB 5.7 Aerodromes
BASIC Describe the general design and layout of an 2 Runway(s), taxiways, apron, movement
LAWB aerodrome. area, manoeuvring area, designated
5.7.1 positions on an aerodrome
BASIC Explain the numbering system and 2 Regulation (EU) No 139/201413,
LAWB orientation of runways. EASA ED Decision 2014/013/R CS-ADR-
5.7.2 DSN Initial issue14,
EASA ED Decision 2014/012/R ADR
AMC/GM Initial Issue15

13
Commission Regulation (EU) No 139/2014 of 12 February 2014 laying down requirements and administrative procedures related
to aerodromes pursuant to Regulation (EC) No 216/2008 of the European Parliament and of the Council
(OJ L 44, 14.2.2014, p. 1).
14
Decision 2014/013/R of the Executive Director of the Agency of 27 February 2014 adopting Certification Specifications and
Guidance Material for Aerodromes Design (CS-ADR-DSN Initial issue) (http://www.easa.europa.eu/document-library/agency-
decisions/ed-decision-2014013r).
15
Decision 2014/012/R of the Executive Director of the Agency of 27 February 2014 adopting Acceptable Means of Compliance and
Guidance Material to Regulation (EU) No 139/2014 (AMC/GM for Aerodromes Initial Issue)
(http://www.easa.europa.eu/document-library/agency-decisions/ed-decision-2014012r).

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BASIC Differentiate between different types of 2 Controlled, uncontrolled

LAWB aerodromes. Optional content: military,
5.7.3
international, regional
BASIC Describe designated positions in the traffic 2
LAWB circuit.
5.7.4
BASIC List the factors affecting the selection of 1
LAWB runway in use.
5.7.5

Subtopic LAWB 5.8 Holding procedures for IFR flights

BASIC Describe the purpose of holding. 2 Traffic management, weather, pilot
LAWB request, ICAO Doc 4444, ICAO Doc 8168
5.8.1

BASIC Describe the types of holding patterns. 2 Published, non-published

LAWB
5.8.2
BASIC Describe an ICAO holding pattern. 2 ICAO Doc 8168 Parts of an IFR
LAWB holding pattern, entry/exit procedures,
5.8.3 dimensions of patterns, protected
airspace, holding areas, alignment,
rates of turns, holding times, expect
further clearance, Expected Approach
Times (EATs)
BASIC Describe the factors affecting the holding 2 Effect of speed, effect of level used,
LAWB pattern. effect of navigation aid in use,
5.8.4 turbulence

Subtopic LAWB 5.9 Holding procedures for VFR flights

BASIC Describe VFR holding. 2
LAWB
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SUBJECT 3: AIR TRAFFIC MANAGEMENT

The subject objective is:
Learners shall describe the basic principles of air traffic management and apply basic operational
procedures.

TOPIC ATMB 1 AIR TRAFFIC MANAGEMENT

Subtopic ATMB 1.1 Application of units of measurement

BASIC Apply the units of measurement appropriate 3
ATMB to ATM.
1.1.1

Subtopic ATMB 1.2 Air traffic control (ATC) service

BASIC Define ATC service. 1 Regulation (EU) No 923/2012
ATMB
1.2.1
BASIC Explain the division of the ATC service. 2 Regulation (EC) No 549/2004,
ATMB ICAO Annex 11
1.2.2
BASIC Explain the responsibility for the provision 2 ICAO Annex 11
ATMB of the ATC service.
1.2.3
BASIC Differentiate between the different 2 Aerodrome, surveillance, procedural
ATMB methods of providing ATC services.
1.2.4

Subtopic ATMB 1.3 Flight information service (FIS)

BASIC Define FIS. 1 Regulation (EU) No 923/2012
ATMB
1.3.1
BASIC Describe the scope of the FIS. 2 Regulation (EU) No 923/2012
ATMB
1.3.2
BASIC Explain the responsibility for the provision 2 Regulation (EU) No 923/2012,
ATMB of the FIS. ICAO Doc 4444
1.3.3
BASIC State the methods of transmitting 1 Optional content: RTF, data link, ATIS,
ATMB information. VOLMET, etc.
1.3.4
BASIC List the content of ATIS and VOLMET. 1 Regulation (EU) No 923/2012,
ATMB ICAO Annex 3
1.3.5
Optional content: meteorological data
obtained by data link
BASIC Issue information to aircraft. 3 Optional content: SIGMET, serviceability
ATMB of navaids, weather, flight safety
1.3.6 information, essential traffic, essential
local traffic, information related to
aerodrome conditions, etc.

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Subtopic ATMB 1.4 Alerting service

BASIC Define ALRS. 1 Regulation (EU) No 923/2012
ATMB
1.4.1
BASIC Describe the scope of the ALRS. 2 Regulation (EU) No 923/2012,
ATMB ICAO Annex 11
1.4.2
BASIC Explain the responsibility for the provision 2 ICAO Doc 4444
ATMB of the ALRS.
1.4.3
BASIC Differentiate between the phases of 2 Uncertainty, alert, distress
ATMB emergency.
1.4.4
BASIC Describe the organisation of an ALRS. 2 Responsibilities, local organisation
ATMB
1.4.5
BASIC Describe the cooperation between units 2
ATMB providing the alerting services and the SAR
1.4.6 units.
BASIC Differentiate between distress and urgency 2 Mayday, Pan Pan, Pan Pan Medical
ATMB signals. Optional content: visual signals, etc.
1.4.7

Subtopic ATMB 1.5 Air traffic advisory service

BASIC Define air traffic advisory service. 1 Regulation (EU) No 923/2012
ATMB
1.5.1
BASIC Describe the scope of the air traffic advisory 2 ICAO Doc 4444
ATMB service.
1.5.2
BASIC Explain the responsibility for the provision 2 ICAO Doc 4444
ATMB of the air traffic advisory service.
1.5.3
BASIC State to which flights air traffic advisory 1 ICAO Doc 4444
ATMB service shall be provided.
1.5.4

Subtopic ATMB 1.6 ATS system capacity and air traffic flow management
BASIC Define ATFM. 1 Regulation (EC) No 549/2004
ATMB
1.6.1
BASIC State the scope of capacity management. 1 Regulation (EU) No 255/201016,
ATMB ICAO Doc 4444
1.6.2

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Commission Regulation (EU) No 255/2010 of 25 March 2010 laying down common rules on air traffic flow management
(OJ L 80, 26.3.2010, p. 10).

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BASIC Describe the scope of air traffic flow 2 Regulation (EU) No 255/2010,
ATMB capacity management (ATFCM). ICAO Doc 4444,
1.6.3 EUROCONTROL ATFCM Users Manual
BASIC Explain the responsibility for the provision 2 Regulation (EU) No 255/2010,
ATMB of ATFCM. ICAO Doc 4444,
1.6.4 EUROCONTROL ATFCM Users Manual
BASIC Explain the methods of providing ATFCM. 2 Regulation (EU) No 255/2010,
ATMB ICAO Doc 4444,
1.6.5 EUROCONTROL ATFCM Users Manual

Subtopic ATMB 1.7 Airspace management (ASM)

BASIC Define ASM. 1 Regulation (EC) No 549/2004
ATMB
Optional content: Regulation (EC)
1.7.1
No 2150/200517

BASIC Describe the scope of ASM. 2 Regulation (EC) No 2150/2005

ATMB
Optional content: FABs, EUROCONTROL
1.7.2
Specification for the application of the
FUA

BASIC Explain the responsibility for the provision of 2 Regulation (EC) No 2150/2005
ATMB ASM. Optional content: EUROCONTROL
1.7.3
Specification for the application of the
FUA

BASIC Explain the methods of managing airspace. 2 Regulation (EC) No 2150/2005

ATMB
Optional content: Flexible use of
1.7.4
airspace, airspace design, CDRs, TSAs

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Commission Regulation (EC) No 2150/2005 of 23 December 2005 laying down common rules for the flexible use of airspace
(OJ L 342, 24.12.2005, p. 20).

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TOPIC ATMB 2 ALTIMETRY AND LEVEL ALLOCATION

Subtopic ATMB 2.1 Altimetry

BASIC Appreciate the relationship between height, 3 QFE, QNH, standard pressure
ATMB altitude and flight level.
2.1.1

Subtopic ATMB 2.2 Transition level

BASIC Appreciate the relationship between 3 ICAO Doc 4444, ICAO Doc 8168
ATMB transition level, transition altitude and
2.2.1 transition layer.
BASIC Calculate the appropriate levels. 3 Optional content: transition level,
ATMB transition layer, height, lowest useable
2.2.2 flight level, vertical distance to airspace
boundaries
Subtopic ATMB 2.3 Level allocation
BASIC Describe the cruising level allocation system. 2 Regulation (EU) No 923/2012, table of
ATMB cruising levels
2.3.1
BASIC Choose the appropriate levels. 3 Flight levels, altitudes, heights
ATMB
2.3.2

TOPIC ATMB 3 RADIOTELEPHONY (RTF)

Subtopic ATMB 3.1 RTF general operating procedures

BASIC Explain the need for approved phraseology. 2
ATMB
3.1.1
BASIC Use approved phraseology. 3 Parts of the following documents
ATMB relevant to the Basic course: ICAO Doc
3.1.2 4444, ICAO Doc 9432 RTF manual
standard words and phrases, ICAO
Annex 10, Vol. 2
BASIC Perform communication effectively. 3 Communication techniques,
ATMB readback/verification of readback
3.1.3

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TOPIC ATMB 4 ATC CLEARANCES AND ATC INSTRUCTIONS

Subtopic ATMB 4.1 Type and content of ATC clearances

BASIC Define ATC clearance. 1 Regulation (EU) No 923/2012
ATMB
4.1.1
BASIC Describe the contents of an ATC clearance. 2 Regulation (EU) No 923/2012,
ATMB ICAO Doc 4444
4.1.2
BASIC Issue appropriate ATC clearances. 3 ICAO Doc 4444
ATMB
Optional content: national documents
4.1.3

Subtopic ATMB 4.2 ATC instructions

BASIC Define ATC Instructions. 1 Regulation (EU) No 923/2012
ATMB
4.2.1
BASIC Describe the contents of an ATC instruction. 2 ICAO Doc 4444, ICAO Annex 11
ATMB
4.2.2
BASIC Issue appropriate ATC instructions. 3 ICAO Doc 4444
ATMB
Optional content: national documents
4.2.3

TOPIC ATMB 5 COORDINATION

Subtopic ATMB 5.1 Principles, types and content of coordination

BASIC Explain the principles, types and content of 2 ICAO Doc 4444, ICAO Annex 11
ATMB coordination. Optional content: notification,
5.1.1
negotiation, agreement, transfer of
flight data and local agreements, etc.
Subtopic ATMB 5.2 Necessity for coordination
BASIC Appreciate the need for coordination. 3 Optional content: ICAO Doc 4444, local
ATMB procedures, letters of agreements
5.2.1
BASIC Differentiate between transfer of control 2
ATMB and transfer of communication procedures.
5.2.2

Subtopic ATMB 5.3 Means of coordination

BASIC Describe the means of coordination 2 Optional content: data link, telephone,
ATMB intercom, voice, etc.
5.3.1
BASIC Use the available means for coordination. 3
ATMB
5.3.2

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TOPIC ATMB 6 DATA DISPLAY

Subtopic ATMB 6.1 Data extraction

BASIC Encode and decode an appropriate selection 3 Optional content: ICAO Doc 8585,
ATMB of standard ICAO abbreviations. ICAO Doc 8643, ICAO Doc 7910
6.1.1
BASIC Extract pertinent data from relevant sources 3 Pilot reports, coordination, data
ATMB to produce a flight progress display. exchange
6.1.2
Optional content: flight plan

BASIC Encode and decode flight plans (including 3 ICAO format, AFTN format
ATMB supplementary information).
6.1.3

Subtopic ATMB 6.2 Data management

BASIC Update the situation display to accurately 3 Optional content: strip marking
ATMB reflect the traffic situation. symbols, strip movement procedures,
6.2.1 electronic data, label

TOPIC ATMB 7 SEPARATIONS

Subtopic ATMB 7.1 Vertical separation and procedures

BASIC State the vertical separation standards. 1 ICAO Doc 4444
ATMB
7.1.1
BASIC Explain the vertical separation procedures. 2 ICAO Doc 4444
ATMB
7.1.2

Subtopic ATMB 7.2 Horizontal separation and procedures

BASIC State the longitudinal separation standards 1 ICAO Doc 4444
ATMB and procedures based on time and distance.
7.2.1
BASIC State the lateral separation standards and 1 ICAO Doc 4444
ATMB procedures.
7.2.2

Subtopic ATMB 7.3 Visual separation

BASIC State the occasions when clearance to fly by 1
ATMB maintaining own separation while in VMC
7.3.1 can be used.

Subtopic ATMB 7.4 Aerodrome separation and procedures

BASIC State the aerodrome separation standards. 1 Separation on the manoeuvring area, in
ATMB the traffic circuit, for departing and
7.4.1 arriving aircraft

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BASIC Explain the aerodrome separation 2 ICAO Doc 4444

ATMB procedures.
7.4.2
BASIC Define essential local traffic. 1 ICAO Doc 4444
ATMB
7.4.3

Subtopic ATMB 7.5 Separation based on ATS surveillance systems

BASIC Explain the use of ATS surveillance systems 2 Separation, identification, monitoring,
ATMB in ATS. vectoring, expedition and assistance to
7.5.1 traffic
Optional content: ICAO Doc 4444
BASIC Explain the ATS surveillance systems 2 ICAO Doc 4444
ATMB separation standards and procedures.
7.5.2

Subtopic ATMB 7.6 Wake turbulence separation

BASIC Explain the wake turbulence separations. 2 ICAO Doc 4444
ATMB
7.6.1

TOPIC ATMB 8 AIRBORNE COLLISION AVOIDANCE SYSTEMS AND GROUND-

BASED SAFETY NETS
Subtopic ATMB 8.1 Airborne collision avoidance systems
BASIC State the European Union requirement for 1 Regulation (EU) No 1332/201118
ATMB carriage of airborne collision avoidance
8.1.1 system.
BASIC Explain the main characteristics of airborne 2 ACAS, TAWS
ATMB warning systems and their relevance to ATC Optional content: TCAS, EGPWS, wind
8.1.2 operations.
shear alerts
BASIC Explain the function of ACAS Traffic Alerts 2 Regulation (EU) No 1332/2011,
ATMB and Resolution Advisories. ICAO Doc 8168
8.1.3
BASIC List the actions of the pilot in case of TA and 1 Regulation (EU) No 1332/2011,
ATMB RA. ICAO Doc 8168
8.1.4
BASIC List the ACAS limitations. 1 ICAO Doc 9863
ATMB
8.1.5

Subtopic ATMB 8.2 Ground-based safety nets

BASIC Explain the main characteristics of ground- 2 Optional content: STCA, MSAW, APW, APM
ATMB based safety nets and their relevance to ATC
8.2.1 operations.

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Commission Regulation (EU) No 1332/2011 of 16 December 2011 laying down common airspace usage requirements and
operating procedures for airborne collision avoidance (OJ L 336, 20.12.2011, p. 20).

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TOPIC ATMB 9 BASIC PRACTICAL SKILLS

Subtopic ATMB 9.1 Traffic management process

BASIC Consider human information processing in 2 Situational awareness, conflict
ATMB the provision of ATC. detection, planning, decision-making,
9.1.1 prioritisation, execution
BASIC Consider the need for verification that 2 Monitoring
ATMB actions are carried out.
9.1.2

Subtopic ATMB 9.2 Basic practical skills applicable to all ratings

BASIC Verify that the settings of the working 3
ATMB position are appropriate.
9.2.1
BASIC Operate the available working position 3
ATMB equipment.
9.2.2
BASIC Maintain situational awareness by 3 Information gathering, scanning,
ATMB monitoring traffic. planning
9.2.3
BASIC Appreciate priority of actions. 3
ATMB
9.2.4
BASIC Execute selected plan. 3
ATMB
9.2.5
BASIC Apply the prescribed procedures for the 3 Optional content: LOPs, transfer of
ATMB area of responsibility. control and communication, level
9.2.6 allocation, inbound and outbound
procedures
BASIC Appreciate relative velocity between 3
ATMB aircraft.
9.2.7
BASIC Identify separation problems. 3
ATMB
9.2.8
BASIC Choose the appropriate separation 3
ATMB methods.
9.2.9
BASIC Apply separation. 3 Optional content: vertical, longitudinal,
ATMB lateral, aerodrome, based on ATS
9.2.10 surveillance systems, distances from
airspace boundaries

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Subtopic ATMB 9.3 Basic practical skills applicable to aerodrome

BASIC Perform the basic functions of aerodrome 3
ATMB control.
9.3.1
BASIC Perform the control of aerodrome traffic. 3 Single runway operations including VFR
ATMB and IFR traffic
9.3.2
Subtopic ATMB 9.4 Basic practical skills applicable to surveillance
BASIC Explain the methods and procedures of 2 ICAO Doc 4444
ATMB establishing identification.
9.4.1
BASIC Apply the procedures for establishing 3 Any of the ATS surveillance systems
ATMB identification. identification methods
9.4.2
BASIC Estimate the heading for a new track and 3
ATMB the distance to the next waypoint.
9.4.3
BASIC Apply vectoring techniques. 3
ATMB
9.4.4
BASIC Conduct level changes. 3 Optional content: cruising level
ATMB allocation, requested level change,
9.4.5 climb/descent to exit level, descent to
an altitude or a height

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SUBJECT 4: METEOROLOGY
The subject objective is:
Learners shall describe how meteorology affects ATS operations and aircraft performance and apply
meteorological information in the basic operational procedures of ATS.

TOPIC METB 1 INTRODUCTION TO METEOROLOGY

Subtopic METB 1.1 Application of units of measurement

BASIC Apply the units of measurement appropriate 3
METB to meteorology.
1.1.1

Subtopic METB 1.2 Aviation and meteorology

BASIC Explain the relevance of meteorology in 2
METB aviation.
1.2.1
BASIC Explain the requirements for the provision of 2 ICAO Annex 3, ICAO Annex 11
METB meteorological information available to
1.2.2 operators, flight crew members, and to air
traffic services.
BASIC State the meteorological hazards to aviation. 1 Turbulence, thunderstorms, icing,
METB micro bursts, squall, macro burst, wind
1.2.3 shear

Subtopic METB 1.3 Organisation of meteorological service

BASIC Name the basic duties, organisation and 1 Optional content: WAFS, WAFC, MWO,
METB working methods of meteorological offices. VAAC, TCAC, SADIS
1.3.1
BASIC State the International and National 1
METB standards for coordination between ATS and
1.3.2 MET services.

TOPIC METB 2 ATMOSPHERE

Subtopic METB 2.1 Composition and structure

BASIC State the composition and structure of the 1 Gases, layers
METB atmosphere.
2.1.1
BASIC Describe the basic characteristics of the 2 Temperature, pressure, wind,
METB atmospheric parameters measured. humidity, density
2.1.2
BASIC List the tools used for the collection of 1 Optional content: barometer,
METB meteorological data. thermometer, ceilometer,
2.1.3 anemometer, weather balloons,
transmissometer, radar, satellites, etc.
Subtopic METB 2.2 Standard atmosphere

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BASIC Describe the elements of the ISA. 2 Temperature, pressure, density

METB
2.2.1
BASIC State the reasons why the ISA has been 1
METB defined.
2.2.2

Subtopic METB 2.3 Heat and temperature

BASIC Define the processes by which heat is 1 Radiation, convection, advection,
METB transferred and how the atmosphere is conduction, water cycle
2.3.1 heated.
BASIC Describe how temperature varies. 2 Adiabatic processes, lapse rates,
METB stability, instability
2.3.2
BASIC State the influencing factors on surface 1
METB temperature.
2.3.3

Subtopic METB 2.4 Water in the atmosphere

BASIC Differentiate between the different 2 Condensation, evaporation,
METB processes related to atmospheric moisture. sublimation, saturation
2.4.1

BASIC Characterise relative humidity, dew point 2

METB and latent heat.
2.4.2

Subtopic METB 2.5 Air pressure

BASIC Describe the relationship between pressure, 2
METB temperature, density and height.
2.5.1
BASIC Explain the relationship between pressure 2 QFE, QNH, standard pressure
METB settings.
2.5.2
BASIC Explain the effect of air pressure and 2
METB temperature on altimeter readings and the
2.5.3 true altitude of aircraft.
BASIC State how atmospheric pressure is 1
METB measured.
2.5.4

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TOPIC METB 3 ATMOSPHERIC CIRCULATION

Subtopic METB 3.1 General air circulation

BASIC State the major atmospheric circulation 1 Optional content: Hadley cells, high
METB features on the Earth. and low belts, polar fronts, westerly
3.1.1 winds, upper-level jet streams
Subtopic METB 3.2 Air masses and frontal systems
BASIC Describe the origin and movement of typical 2 Polar, arctic, tropical, equatorial
METB air masses and their general effect on (maritime and continental)
3.2.1 European weather.

BASIC Describe the main isobaric features. 2 Cyclones, anticyclones, ridge, trough
METB
3.2.2
BASIC Describe the difference between various 2 Warm front, cold front, occluded front
METB fronts and the associated weather.
3.2.3

Subtopic METB 3.3 Mesoscale systems

BASIC Describe the main phenomena caused by 2 Mountain waves, Fhn, slope and
METB mesoscale systems. valley winds, thunderstorm, squall line
3.3.1
Optional content: land/sea breezes,
tornadoes, land spouts, waterspouts
BASIC Explain the relevance of mesoscale systems 2
METB to aviation.
3.3.2

Subtopic METB 3.4 Wind

BASIC Explain the significance of wind phenomena 2 Optional content: veering, backing,
METB and types. gusting, jet streams, land/sea breezes,
3.4.1 Fhn, surface, upper
BASIC State how wind is measured. 1
METB
3.4.2
BASIC Explain effect of forces which influence wind. 2
METB
3.4.3

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TOPIC METB 4 METEOROLOGICAL PHENOMENA

Subtopic METB 4.1 Clouds

BASIC Explain the different conditions for the 2
METB formation of clouds.
4.1.1
BASIC Recognise different cloud types. 1
METB
4.1.2
BASIC State the cloud types main characteristics. 1
METB
4.1.3
BASIC State how the cloud base and the amount of 1
METB cloud are measured and/or observed.
4.1.4
BASIC Define cloud base and ceiling. 1
METB
4.1.5
BASIC Differentiate between cloud base and ceiling. 2
METB
4.1.6

Subtopic METB 4.2 Types of precipitation

BASIC Explain the significance of precipitation in 2
METB aviation.
4.2.1
BASIC Describe types of precipitation and their 2 Optional content: rain, snow, snow
METB corresponding cloud families. grains, hail, ice pellets, ice crystals,
4.2.2 drizzle

Subtopic METB 4.3 Visibility

BASIC Explain the causes of atmospheric obscurity. 2
METB
4.3.1
BASIC Differentiate between different types of 2 Horizontal visibility, slant visibility,
METB visibility. prevailing visibility, RVR
4.3.2

BASIC State how visibility is measured. 1

METB
4.3.3
BASIC Explain the significance of visibility in 2
METB aviation.
4.3.4

Subtopic METB 4.4 Meteorological hazards

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BASIC Explain the meteorological hazards to 2 Turbulence, icing, micro bursts, macro
METB aviation. burst, wind shear
4.4.1
Optional content: thunderstorms,
squall
BASIC Describe the effect of meteorological 2
METB hazards on aviation.
4.4.2

TOPIC METB 5 METEOROLOGICAL INFORMATION FOR AVIATION

Subtopic METB 5.1 Messages and reports

BASIC Decode the content of weather reports and 3 METAR, SPECI, TAF, SIGMET
METB forecasts. Optional content: local reports
5.1.1

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SUBJECT 5: NAVIGATION
The subject objective is:
Learners shall explain the basic principles of navigation and use this knowledge in ATS operations.

TOPIC NAVB 1 INTRODUCTION TO NAVIGATION

Subtopic NAVB 1.1 Application of units of measurement

BASIC Apply the units of measurement appropriate 3
NAVB to navigation.
1.1.1

Subtopic NAVB 1.2 Purpose and use of navigation

BASIC Explain the need for navigation in aviation. 2
NAVB
1.2.1
BASIC Characterise navigation methods. 2 Optional content: historical overview,
NAVB celestial, on-board, radio, satellites
1.2.2

TOPIC NAVB 2 THE EARTH

Subtopic NAVB 2.1 Place and movement of the Earth

BASIC Explain the Earths properties and their 2 Optional content: form, size, rotation,
NAVB effects. revolution in space, seasons, day,
2.1.1 night, twilight, units of time, time
zones, UTC
Subtopic NAVB 2.2 System of coordinates, direction and distance
BASIC Characterise the general principles of a grid 2 Optional content: degrees, minutes,
NAVB system. seconds, WGS-84, latitude/longitude
2.2.1
BASIC Explain direction and distance on a globe. 2 Optional content: great circle, small
NAVB circle, rhumb line, cardinal points,
2.2.2 intercardinal points
BASIC Estimate position on the Earths surface. 3 Optional content: latitude/longitude
NAVB
2.2.3
BASIC Estimate distance and direction between two 3
NAVB points.
2.2.4

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Subtopic NAVB 2.3 Magnetism

BASIC Explain the general principles of the Earths 2 True north, magnetic north, variation,
NAVB magnetism. deviation, inclination
2.3.1
BASIC Calculate conversions between the three 3 True north, magnetic north, compass
NAVB north designations. north
2.3.2

TOPIC NAVB 3 MAPS AND AERONAUTICAL CHARTS

Subtopic NAVB 3.1 Map making and projections

BASIC State how the Earth is projected to create a 1 Types of projection
NAVB map.
3.1.1
BASIC Describe the properties of a map. 2 Projection, scale
NAVB
3.1.2
BASIC Describe the properties of an ideal map. 2 Optional content: conformality,
NAVB constant scale, true azimuth, rhumb
3.1.3 lines and great circles
BASIC State the properties and use of different 1 Optional content: Lambert, Mercator,
NAVB projections. stereographic
3.1.4
Subtopic NAVB 3.2 Maps and charts used in aviation
BASIC Differentiate between the various maps and 2
NAVB charts.
3.2.1
BASIC State the specific use of various maps and 1
NAVB charts.
3.2.2
BASIC Decode symbols and information displayed 3 Optional content: topographical
NAVB on maps and charts. features, NAV aids, fixes etc.
3.2.3

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TOPIC NAVB 4 NAVIGATIONAL BASICS

Subtopic NAVB 4.1 Influence of wind

BASIC Appreciate the influence of wind on the flight 3 Heading, track, drift, wind vector
NAVB path.
4.1.1

Subtopic NAVB 4.2 Speed

BASIC Explain the relationship between various 2 True air speed, ground speed, indicated
NAVB speeds used in aviation. air speed (including Mach number)
4.2.1
BASIC Appreciate the use of various speeds in ATC. 3
NAVB
4.2.2

Subtopic NAVB 4.3 Visual navigation

BASIC Differentiate between the methods of visual 2 Map reading, visual reference
NAVB navigation. Optional content: dead-reckoning
4.3.1

Subtopic NAVB 4.4 Navigational aspects of flight planning

BASIC Describe the navigational aspects affecting 2 Optional content: fuel/time calculations,
NAVB flight planning. min altitudes, alternative routes
4.4.1

TOPIC NAVB 5 INSTRUMENT NAVIGATION

Subtopic NAVB 5.1 Ground-based systems

BASIC Explain the basic working principles of 2 VDF, NDB, VOR, DME, ILS
NAVB ground-based systems. Optional content: TACAN, MLS
5.1.1
BASIC State the use of ground-based systems. 1 VDF, NDB, VOR, DME, ILS
NAVB
Optional content: TACAN, MLS
5.1.2
BASIC Characterise the main radio navigation 2 Optional content: homing, inbound/
NAVB techniques based on ground-based systems. outbound tracking, instrument
5.1.3 approach procedures, holding, drift
assessment
BASIC Explain the effects of precision and limitations 2 VDF, NDB, VOR, DME, ILS
NAVB of ground-based systems on the flight. Optional content: TACAN, MLS
5.1.4

Subtopic NAVB 5.2 Inertial navigation systems

BASIC Explain the basic working principles, precision 2 Optional content: INS/IRS
NAVB and limitations of on-board systems.
5.2.1
BASIC State the use of on-board systems. 1
NAVB
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Subtopic NAVB 5.3 Satellite-based systems

BASIC Explain the basic working principles of 2 Optional content: GPS, GLONASS,
NAVB positioning systems. Galileo
5.3.1
BASIC State the basic principles of GNSS concept. 1 Basic, ABAS, SBAS, GBAS
NAVB
5.3.2
BASIC Explain the effects of precision and limitations 2 Optional content: RAIM, GPS NOTAMs
NAVB of satellite-based systems.
5.3.3
Subtopic NAVB 5.4 Instrument approach procedures
BASIC Recognise various types of instrument 1
NAVB approach using aeronautical charts.
5.4.1
BASIC Differentiate between precision approach and 2
NAVB non-precision approach procedures.
5.4.2
BASIC Recognise the different minima used during 1
NAVB an instrument approach.
5.4.3
BASIC Define the terms obstacle clearance 1
NAVB altitude/height and minimum descent
5.4.4 altitude/height.
BASIC List the instrumental approach fixes. 1 IAF, IF, FAF, FAP, MAPt
NAVB
5.4.5

TOPIC NAVB 6 PERFORMANCE BASED NAVIGATION

Subtopic NAVB 6.1 Principles and benefits of area navigation

BASIC Explain the basic principles of area navigation. 2 Optional content: ICAO Doc 9613
NAVB
6.1.1
BASIC State the benefits of area navigation. 1 Optional content: ICAO Doc 9613
NAVB
6.1.2
BASIC State the effects of navigational performance 1 TSE, PDE, NSE, FTE
NAVB accuracy of RNAV systems on the flight. Optional content: ICAO Doc 9613
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BASIC Characterise the main aircraft and avionics 2 Optional content: waypoints transitions
NAVB functionalities used in area navigation. (FRT) and path terminators (including
6.1.4 RF), fly over and fly by a waypoint,
parallel offset

BASIC Characterise the navigational functions of 2 Optional content: VNAV, LNAV

NAVB FMS.
6.1.5
Subtopic NAVB 6.2 Introduction to PBN
BASIC State the general concept of PBN. 1 Optional content: ICAO Doc 9613
NAVB
6.2.1
BASIC Differentiate between RNAV and RNP. 2 On board performance monitoring and
NAVB alerting
6.2.2

BASIC State the navigation infrastructure that may 1 VOR, DME, GNSS
NAVB be used in PBN. Optional content: functionality IRS/INS
6.2.3
BASIC State the benefits of PBN concept. 1 Optional content: global
NAVB interoperability, limited number of
6.2.4 navigation specifications

Subtopic NAVB 6.3 PBN applications

BASIC List the navigation applications in use in 1 En route, terminal/approach
NAVB Europe. Optional content: RNAV-5 (B-RNAV),
6.3.1
RNAV-1 ( P-RNAV)

TOPIC NAVB 7 DEVELOPMENTS IN NAVIGATION

Subtopic NAVB 7.1 Future developments

BASIC State future developments in navigation. 1
NAVB
7.1.1

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SUBJECT 6: AIRCRAFT
The subject objective is:
Learners shall describe the basic principles of the theory of flight and aircraft characteristics and how
these influence ATS operations.

TOPIC ACFTB 1 INTRODUCTION TO AIRCRAFT

Subtopic ACFTB 1.1 Application of units of measurement

BASIC Apply the units of measurement appropriate 3
ACFTB to aircraft and principles of flight.
1.1.1

Subtopic ACFTB 1.2 Aviation and aircraft

BASIC Explain the relevance of theory of flight and 2
ACFTB aircraft characteristics in ATS operations.
1.2.1

TOPIC ACFTB 2 PRINCIPLES OF FLIGHT

Subtopic ACFTB 2.1 Forces acting on aircraft

BASIC Explain the forces acting on an aircraft in 2 Lift, thrust, drag, weight during level
ACFTB flight and their interaction. flight
2.1.1
Optional content: during climb,
descent, turn
BASIC Explain causes and effects of wake 2 Induced drag
ACFTB turbulence.
2.1.2

Subtopic ACFTB 2.2 Structural components and control of an aircraft

BASIC Describe the main structural components of 2 Rotary and fixed wing, tail plane,
ACFTB an aircraft. fuselage, flap, aileron, elevator, rudder,
2.2.1 landing gear
BASIC Explain how the pilot controls the 2 Optional content: rudder, aileron,
ACFTB movements of an aircraft. elevator, throttle, rotary wing controls
2.2.2
BASIC Explain the factors affecting aircraft stability. 2
ACFTB
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Subtopic ACFTB 2.3 Flight envelope

BASIC Characterise the critical factors which affect 2 Maximum speeds, minimum and stall
ACFTB aircraft performance. speeds, ceiling, critical angle of attack,
2.3.1 maximum ROC

TOPIC ACFTB 3 AIRCRAFT CATEGORIES

Subtopic ACFTB 3.1 Aircraft categories

BASIC List the different categories of aircraft. 1 Optional content: fixed wing, rotary
ACFTB wing, balloon, glider
3.1.1
Subtopic ACFTB 3.2 Wake turbulence categories
BASIC List the wake turbulence categories. 1 ICAO wake turbulence categories
ACFTB
3.2.1

Subtopic ACFTB 3.3 ICAO approach categories

BASIC List the ICAO approach categories. 1 ICAO Doc 8168
ACFTB
3.3.1

Subtopic ACFTB 3.4 Environmental categories

BASIC List ICAO noise classification. 1 ICAO Annex 16
ACFTB
3.4.1

TOPIC ACFTB 4 AIRCRAFT DATA

Subtopic ACFTB 4.1 Recognition

BASIC Recognise the most commonly used aircraft. 1
ACFTB
4.1.1
Subtopic ACFTB 4.2 Performance data
BASIC State the ICAO aircraft type designators and 1 Type designators, approach and wake
ACFTB categories for the most commonly used turbulence categories
4.2.1 aircraft.
BASIC State the standard average performance 1 Rate of climb/descent, cruising speed,
ACFTB data of the most commonly used aircraft. ceiling
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TOPIC ACFTB 5 AIRCRAFT ENGINES

Subtopic ACFTB 5.1 Piston engines

BASIC Explain the operating principles, advantages 2 Piston engines, fixed pitch, variable
ACFTB and disadvantages of the piston engine and pitch, number of blades
5.1.1 propeller.

Subtopic ACFTB 5.2 Jet engines

BASIC Explain the operating principles, advantages 2
ACFTB and disadvantages of the jet engine.
5.2.1
BASIC List the different types of jet engines. 1
ACFTB
5.2.2
Subtopic ACFTB 5.3 Turboprop engines
BASIC Explain the operating principles, advantages 2
ACFTB and disadvantages of the turboprop engine
5.3.1 and propeller.

Subtopic ACFTB 5.4 Aviation fuels

BASIC List the most common aviation fuels. 1
ACFTB
5.4.1

TOPIC ACFTB 6 AIRCRAFT SYSTEMS AND INSTRUMENTS

Subtopic ACFTB 6.1 Flight instruments

BASIC Explain the basic operating principles and 2 Altimeter, air speed indicator, vertical
ACFTB interpretation of the information displayed speed indicator, turn and bank
6.1.1 by flight instruments. indicator, artificial horizon, gyrosyn
compass
BASIC Explain the impact of errors and abnormal 2 Optional content: pitot-static failures,
ACFTB indications of flight instruments on aircraft unreliable gyro source
6.1.2 operations.

Subtopic ACFTB 6.2 Navigational instruments

BASIC Describe the basic on-board operating 2 Optional content: ADF, VOR (TACAN),
ACFTB principles and interpretation of the DME, ILS, MLS, inertial reference
6.2.1 information displayed by navigational system, satellite-based systems
instruments/systems.

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Subtopic ACFTB 6.3 Engine instruments

BASIC List the vital engine monitoring parameters 1 Optional content: oil pressure and
ACFTB and their associated instruments. temperature, engine temperature,
6.3.1 rpm, fuel state and flow
Subtopic ACFTB 6.4 Aircraft systems
BASIC Explain the use of the most common aircraft 2 SSR transponder, GPWS, EFIS, flight
ACFTB systems. director, autopilot, FMS, ice protection
6.4.1 systems
Optional content: ADS capability, head-
up display, wind shear indicator,
weather radar, hydraulic system,
electrical system, environmental
system
BASIC Explain the impact of degradation/failure of 2 Engine failure
ACFTB the most common aircraft systems on Optional content: hydraulic failure,
6.4.2 aircraft operations.
electrical failure, environmental
system failure, degradation of aircraft
position source data

TOPIC ACFTB 7 FACTORS AFFECTING AIRCRAFT PERFORMANCE

Subtopic ACFTB 7.1 Take-off factors

BASIC Explain the factors affecting aircraft during 2 Runway conditions, runway slope,
ACFTB take-off. wind, temperature, aerodrome
7.1.1 elevation, aircraft mass

Subtopic ACFTB 7.2 Climb factors

BASIC Explain the factors affecting aircraft during 2 Speed, mass, wind, temperature, cabin
ACFTB climb. pressurisation, air density
7.2.1
Subtopic ACFTB 7.3 Cruise factors
BASIC Explain the factors affecting aircraft during 2 Level, cruising speed, wind, mass, cabin
ACFTB cruise. pressurisation
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Subtopic ACFTB 7.4 Descent and initial approach factors

BASIC Explain the factors affecting aircraft during 2 Wind, speed, rate of descent, aircraft
ACFTB descent. configuration, cabin pressurisation
7.4.1
BASIC Explain the factors affecting an aircraft in a 2 Speed, level, turbulence, icing
ACFTB holding pattern.
7.4.2

Subtopic ACFTB 7.5 Final approach and landing factors

BASIC Explain the factors affecting aircraft during 2 Aircraft configuration, mass, wind,
ACFTB final approach and landing. wind shear, aerodrome elevation,
7.5.1 runway conditions, runway slope

Subtopic ACFTB 7.6 Economic factors

BASIC Explain the economic consequences of ATC 2 Routing, flight level, speed, rates of
ACFTB changes on the flight profile of an aircraft. climb or descent
7.6.1
Subtopic ACFTB 7.7 Environmental factors
BASIC Explain performance restrictions due to 2 Optional content: continuous descent
ACFTB environmental constraints. operation (CDO), fuel dumping, noise
7.7.1 abatement procedures, minimum flight
levels

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SUBJECT 7: HUMAN FACTORS

The subject objective is:
Learners shall characterise factors which affect personal and team performance.

TOPIC HUMB 1 INTRODUCTION TO HUMAN FACTORS

Subtopic HUMB 1.1 Learning techniques

BASIC Appreciate appropriate learning techniques. 3 How the influence of interactive
HUMB techniques can lead to improved
1.1.1 learning

Subtopic HUMB 1.2 Relevance of human factors for ATC

BASIC Explain the relevance and importance of 2 Historical background, safety impact on
HUMB human factors. ATM, licensing requirements, incidents
1.2.1
Subtopic HUMB 1.3 Human factors and ATC
BASIC Define human factors. 1 Optional content: ICAO Human Factors
HUMB Training Manual
1.3.1
BASIC Explain the relationship between human 2 Optional content: ICAO Human Factors
HUMB factors and the aviation environment. Training Manual, visits to the simulator
1.3.2 and operational room, SHELL model,
PEAR model
BASIC Explain the concept of systems. 2 People, procedures, equipment
HUMB
1.3.3
BASIC Explain ATM in systems terms. 2
HUMB
1.3.4
BASIC Explain the consequences of a systems 2
HUMB failure in ATS.
1.3.5
BASIC Explain the need for matching human and 2 Optional content: ICAO Human Factors
HUMB equipment. Training Manual
1.3.6
BASIC Explain the information requirement of ATC. 2 Relevant, timely, accurate
HUMB
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BASIC Describe the role of the human in the 2 Optional content: history of ATC,
HUMB evolution of ATC. airspace, communications, radar,
1.3.8 advanced ATS systems, the future of
ATC
BASIC Explain the importance of situational 2
HUMB awareness for decision making.
1.3.9

TOPIC HUMB 2 HUMAN PERFORMANCE

Subtopic HUMB 2.1 Individual behaviour

BASIC Explain the differences and commonalities 2 Optional content: attitudes, cultural,
HUMB that exist among people. language
2.1.1
BASIC Explain the dangers of boredom. 2
HUMB
2.1.2
BASIC Explain the dangers of overconfidence and 2
HUMB complacency.
2.1.3
BASIC Explain the dangers of fatigue. 2 Sleep disturbance, heavy workload
HUMB
2.1.4

Subtopic HUMB 2.2 Safety culture and professional conduct

BASIC Characterise the role of air traffic controller 2
HUMB for positive safety culture.
2.2.1
BASIC Describe the need for professional standards 2 Optional content: adherence to rules
HUMB in ATC. and regulations etc.
2.2.2
BASIC Appreciate the needed basic professional 3 Optional content: punctuality, rigour,
HUMB attitudes appropriate to a high level of adherence to rules, teamwork attitude
2.2.3 safety.
BASIC Describe the impact of responsibility on 2 Responsibility as a guidance for
HUMB controllers action(s). appropriate action
2.2.4
BASIC Recognise the different responsibilities of a 1 Prospective and retrospective
HUMB controller. responsibility, guilt and obligation,
2.2.5 types of responsibility (moral, welfare,
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Subtopic HUMB 2.3 Health and well-being

BASIC Consider the effect of health on 2 Optional content: fitness, diet, drugs,
HUMB performance. alcohol
2.3.1
Subtopic HUMB 2.4 Teamwork
BASIC Describe the differences between social 2
HUMB human relations and professional
2.4.1 interactions.
BASIC Describe the different types and characters 2 Optional content: leader, follower
HUMB in a team.
2.4.2
BASIC Appreciate the principles of teamwork. 3 Optional content: team membership,
HUMB group dynamics,
2.4.3 advantages/disadvantages of
teamwork, conflicts and their solutions
BASIC Describe leader style and group interaction. 2
HUMB
2.4.4

Subtopic HUMB 2.5 Basic needs of people at work

BASIC List basic needs of people at work. 1 Optional content: balance between
HUMB individual ability and workload,
2.5.1 working time and rest periods;
adequate physical working conditions,
positive working environment
BASIC Characterise the factors of work satisfaction. 2 Optional content: money,
HUMB achievement, recognition,
2.5.2 advancement, challenge

Subtopic HUMB 2.6 Stress

BASIC Define stress. 1 Stress definition
HUMB
Optional content: EATCHIP Human
2.6.1
Factors Module Stress
BASIC Describe stress symptoms and sources. 2 Behavioural changes, lifestyle changes,
HUMB physical symptoms, crisis events, main
2.6.2 causes of stress
Optional content: EATCHIP Human
Factors Module Stress
BASIC Describe the stages of stress. 2 Stress performance curve
HUMB
Optional content: EATCHIP Human
2.6.3
Factors Module Stress
BASIC Appreciate techniques for stress 3 Optional content: relaxation
HUMB management. techniques, diet and lifestyle, exercise,
2.6.4 EATCHIP Human Factors Module
Stress

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TOPIC HUMB 3 HUMAN ERROR

Subtopic HUMB 3.1 Dangers of error

BASIC Recognise the dangers of error in ATC. 1 Optional content: Air Traffic Control
HUMB Human Performance Factors (Anne
3.1.1 Isaac, 1999), Human Factors in Air
Traffic Control (V. David Hopkin, 1995)
Subtopic HUMB 3.2 Definition of human error
BASIC Define human error. 1
HUMB
3.2.1
BASIC Describe the factors which contribute to 2 Fatigue, lack of skill, misunderstanding,
HUMB cause error. multitasking, lack of information,
3.2.2 distraction, lack of work satisfaction

Subtopic HUMB 3.3 Classification of human error

BASIC State the types of errors. 1 Optional content: slips, lapses,
HUMB mistakes
3.3.1
BASIC Define violations. 1
HUMB
3.3.2
BASIC Differentiate between errors and violations 2
HUMB of rules.
3.3.3
BASIC Describe the three levels of performance 2 Skill-based, knowledge-based, rule-
HUMB according to the Rasmussen model. based
3.3.4
Subtopic HUMB 3.4 Risk analysis and risk management
BASIC Describe risk analysis and risk management 2 Active failures and latent conditions
HUMB of human systems and error. Optional content: Reason model,
3.4.1
HFACS (Human Factors Analysis &
Classification System) model, Heinrich
Theory
BASIC Apply one risk analysis model on error during 3
HUMB a case study.
3.4.2

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TOPIC HUMB 4 COMMUNICATION

Subtopic HUMB 4.1 Importance of good communications in ATC

BASIC Appreciate the importance of good 3
HUMB communications in ATC.
4.1.1

Subtopic HUMB 4.2 Communication process

BASIC Define communication. 1
HUMB
4.2.1
BASIC Define the communication process. 1 Optional content: sender, encoder,
HUMB transmitter, signal, interference,
4.2.2 reception, decoder, receiver, feedback
Subtopic HUMB 4.3 Communication modes
BASIC Describe the factors which affect verbal 2 Optional content: word choice,
HUMB communication. intonation, speed, tone, distortion,
4.3.1 load, expectation, noise, interruption,
language knowledge (i.e. accent,
dialect, vocabulary)
BASIC Describe the factors which affect non-verbal 2 Optional content: touch, choice,
HUMB communication. expectation, noise, interruption
4.3.2
BASIC Apply good communication practices. 3 Speaking and listening
HUMB
4.3.3

TOPIC HUMB 5 THE WORK ENVIRONMENT

Subtopic HUMB 5.1 Ergonomics and the need for good design
BASIC Define ergonomics. 1
HUMB
5.1.1
BASIC Recognise the need for good building design. 1 Optional content: light, insulation,
HUMB decor, space, facilities
5.1.2
BASIC Explain the need for good work position 2 Optional content: anthropometry
HUMB design. (seating, work station design, input
5.1.3 device, etc.)

Subtopic HUMB 5.2 Equipment and tools

BASIC Characterise the equipment and tools that 2 The physical environment, visual
HUMB will be used in simulation in accordance with displays, suites, input devices,
5.2.1 the SHELL model. communications equipment, console
profile and layout

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Subtopic HUMB 5.3 Automation

BASIC Explain the reasons for automation. 2
HUMB
5.3.1
BASIC Describe the advantages and constraints of 2
HUMB automation.
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SUBJECT 8: EQUIPMENT AND SYSTEMS

The subject objective is:
Learners shall explain the basic working principles of equipment that is in general use in ATC and
appreciate how this equipment aids the controller in providing safe and efficient ATS.

TOPIC EQPSB 1 ATC EQUIPMENT

Subtopic EQPSB 1.1 Main types of ATC equipment

BASIC Explain the relevance of ATC equipment. 2 CWP, Communication equipment, ATS
EQPSB surveillance systems
1.1.1

TOPIC EQPSB 2 RADIO

Subtopic EQPSB 2.1 Radio theory

BASIC State the principles of radio waves. 1
EQPSB
2.1.1
BASIC Describe the characteristics of radio waves. 2 Propagation, limitations
EQPSB
2.1.2
BASIC State the use, characteristics and limitations 1 Use in ATC, navigation and
EQPSB of frequency bands. communications, use and application in
2.1.3 the Aeronautical Mobile Service, HF,
VHF, UHF
BASIC State the different uses of radio wave 1
EQPSB spectrum.
2.1.4

Subtopic EQPSB 2.2 Direction finding

BASIC State the principles and use of VDF/UDF. 1 VDF/UDF, QDM, QDR, QTF
EQPSB
2.2.1
BASIC State the precision of VDF/UDF used in the 1
EQPSB State system.
2.2.2

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TOPIC EQPSB 3 COMMUNICATION EQUIPMENT

Subtopic EQPSB 3.1 Radio communications

BASIC State the use of the radio in ATC. 1
EQPSB
3.1.1
BASIC Describe the working principles of a 2
EQPSB transmitting and receiving system.
3.1.2
BASIC Explain the effect of antenna shadowing on 2
EQPSB RTF communications.
3.1.3

Subtopic EQPSB 3.2 Voice communication between ATS units/positions

BASIC Describe the use of other voice 2 Optional content: telephone,
EQPSB communications in ATC. interphone, intercom
3.2.1
Subtopic EQPSB 3.3 Data link communications
BASIC Explain the use and benefits of Controller 2
EQPSB Pilot Data Link Communications (CPDLC).
3.3.1

Subtopic EQPSB 3.4 Airline communications

BASIC State the use of SELCAL. 1
EQPSB
3.4.1
BASIC Explain the use and benefits of Aircraft 2
EQPSB Communications Addressing and Reporting
3.4.2 System (ACARS).

TOPIC EQPSB 4 INTRODUCTION TO SURVEILLANCE

Subtopic EQPSB 4.1 Surveillance concept in ATS

BASIC Describe the concept of surveillance for the 2
EQPSB provision of ATS.
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TOPIC EQPSB 5 RADAR

Subtopic EQPSB 5.1 Principles of radar

BASIC State the principles of radar. 1
EQPSB
5.1.1
BASIC Recognise the characteristics of radar 1
EQPSB wavelengths.
5.1.2
BASIC Recognise the use, characteristics and 1 Optional content: frequency bands,
EQPSB limitations of different radar types. long and short-range radar, weather
5.1.3 radar, high-resolution radar
Subtopic EQPSB 5.2 Primary radar
BASIC Explain the working principles of PSR. 2
EQPSB
5.2.1

Subtopic EQPSB 5.3 Secondary radar

BASIC Explain the working principles of SSR. 2 Mode A, Mode C
EQPSB
5.3.1
BASIC Explain SSR code management 2 Discrete, non-discrete codes, special
EQPSB codes
5.3.2
BASIC Explain the effect of antenna shadowing on 2
EQPSB SSR operation.
5.3.3
Subtopic EQPSB 5.4 Use of radars
BASIC Explain the use of PSR/SSR in ATC. 2 Area, approach, aerodrome, surface
EQPSB movement radar, DFTI
5.4.1
BASIC Explain the advantages and disadvantages of 2
EQPSB PSR/SSR.
5.4.2
Subtopic EQPSB 5.5 Mode S
BASIC Explain the principles of Mode S. 2
EQPSB
5.5.1
BASIC Explain the use of Mode S in ATC systems. 2
EQPSB
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TOPIC EQPSB 6 AUTOMATIC DEPENDENT SURVEILLANCE

Subtopic EQPSB 6.1 Principles of automatic dependent surveillance

BASIC State the different applications of ADS. 1 ADS-B, ADS-C
EQPSB
6.1.1
BASIC Explain the working principles of ADS. 2
EQPSB
6.1.2

Subtopic EQPSB 6.2 Use of automatic dependent surveillance

BASIC Describe the use of ADS in ATC. 2 Area, approach, aerodrome,
EQPSB ICAO Doc 4444
6.2.1
BASIC Explain the limitations of ADS. 2 Dependency on GNSS, dependency on
EQPSB airborne equipment
6.2.2

TOPIC EQPSB 7 MULTILATERATION

Subtopic EQPSB 7.1 Principles of multilateration

BASIC State the different applications of MLAT. 1 Optional content: ATC, environmental
EQPSB management, airport operations, LAM,
7.1.1 WAM
BASIC Explain the working principles of MLAT. 2 Optional content: passive and active
EQPSB MLAT
7.1.2
Subtopic EQPSB 7.2 Use of multilateration
BASIC Describe the use of MLAT in ATC. 2 Area, approach, aerodrome
EQPSB
7.2.1
BASIC Explain the limitations of MLAT. 2 Dependency on airborne equipment
EQPSB
7.2.2

TOPIC EQPSB 8 SURVEILLANCE DATA PROCESSING

Subtopic EQPSB 8.1 Surveillance data networking

BASIC Explain the advantages and disadvantages of 2 Data quality, coverage, refresh rate,
EQPSB different surveillance technologies. reliability, redundancy, cost-
8.1.1 effectiveness
BASIC Describe the implementation of Surveillance 2 Optional content: different
EQPSB Data Networks. technologies/sensors, network
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Subtopic EQPSB 8.2 Working principles of surveillance data networking

BASIC Explain the working principles of surveillance 2 Track fusion process, surveillance
EQPSB data processing. information presented on CWP
8.2.1
BASIC State other use of processed surveillance 1 Optional content: safety nets, airport
EQPSB data. operations, environmental
8.2.2 management

TOPIC EQPSB 9 FUTURE EQUIPMENT

Subtopic EQPSB 9.1 New developments

BASIC State the developments in the equipment 1
EQPSB field for introduction in the near future.
9.1.1

TOPIC EQPSB 10 AUTOMATION IN ATS

Subtopic EQPSB 10.1 Principles of automation

BASIC Describe the principles of automation in 2
EQPSB communication and data links in ATS.
10.1.1

Subtopic EQPSB 10.2 Aeronautical fixed telecommunication network

(AFTN)
BASIC Describe the principles of AFTN. 2
EQPSB
10.2.1

Subtopic EQPSB 10.3 On-line data interchange

BASIC Describe the benefits of automatic exchange 2 Accuracy, speed and safety, non-verbal
EQPSB of ATS data in coordination and transfer communications
10.3.1 processes.
BASIC Describe the limitations of automatic 2 Non-recognition of a systems failure
EQPSB exchange of ATS data in coordination.
10.3.2
Subtopic EQPSB 10.4 Systems used for the automatic dissemination of
information
BASIC State the working principles of broadcasting 1 Optional content: ATIS, VOLMET
EQPSB systems.
10.4.1
BASIC Explain the use of ATIS and VOLMET in ATS. 2
EQPSB
10.4.2

TOPIC EQPSB 11 WORKING POSITIONS

Subtopic EQPSB 11.1 Working position equipment

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BASIC Recognise equipment in a working position. 1 Optional content: FPB, radio, telephone
EQPSB and other communication equipment,
11.1.1 relevant maps and charts, strip printer,
teleprinter, clock, information
monitors, situation displays
Subtopic EQPSB 11.2 Aerodrome control
BASIC Recognise equipment to be found specifically 1 Optional content: wind indicator,
EQPSB in a TWR. aerodrome traffic monitor, SMR, crash
11.2.1 alarm, signalling lamp, lighting control
panel, runway-in-use indicator,
binoculars, signalling/flare gun, IRVR
and altimeter-setting indicators, local
information systems
Subtopic EQPSB 11.3 Approach control
BASIC Recognise equipment to be found specifically 1 Optional content: sequencing system,
EQPSB in an APP. PAR, RVR indicators
11.3.1
Subtopic EQPSB 11.4 Area control
BASIC Recognise equipment to be found specifically 1
EQPSB in an ACC.
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SUBJECT 9: PROFESSIONAL ENVIRONMENT

The subject objective is:
Learners shall recognise the need for close cooperation with other parties concerning ATM operations
and aspects of environmental protection.

TOPIC PENB 1 FAMILIARISATION

Subtopic PENB 1.1 ATS and aerodrome facilities

BASIC Recognise civil and military ATS facilities. 1 Optional content: TWR, APP, ACC, AIS,
PENB RCC, Air Defence Unit
1.1.1
BASIC Recognise airport facilities and local 1 Optional content: firefighting and
PENB operators. emergency services, airline operations
1.1.2

TOPIC PENB 2 AIRSPACE USERS

Subtopic PENB 2.1 Civil aviation

BASIC Describe airspace usage by civil aircraft. 2 Optional content: commercial flying,
PENB recreational flying, gliders, balloons,
2.1.1 calibration flights, aerial photography,
parachute dropping, UASs
Subtopic PENB 2.2 Military
BASIC Describe airspace usage by the military. 2 Airspace reservations, training,
PENB interception, in-flight refuelling, UASs
2.2.1
Optional content: low-level flying, test
flights, special military operations
Subtopic PENB 2.3 Expectations and requirements of pilots
BASIC Recognise the expectations and 1
PENB requirements of pilots.
2.3.1
BASIC State the use of Standard Operating 1
PENB Procedures (SOPs) by aircraft operators.
2.3.2

TOPIC PENB 3 CUSTOMER RELATIONS

Subtopic PENB 3.1 Customer relations

BASIC State the role of ATC as a service provider. 1
PENB
3.1.1
BASIC Recognise the means by which ATC is 1
PENB funded.
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TOPIC PENB 4 ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION

Subtopic PENB 4.1 Environmental protection

BASIC Describe the impact aviation has on the 2 Noise, air quality, climate change,
PENB environment. third-party risks
4.1.1
BASIC Explain the role of ATC in the concept of 2 Optional content: ICAO Annex 16
PENB sustainable development.
4.1.2
BASIC State how to measure, monitor and mitigate 1 Optional content: EU ETS, SES
PENB the impact aviation has on the environment. initiative, EUROCONTROL role,
4.1.3 continuous descent operations (CDOs),
collaborative environmental
management (CEM)

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AMC1 ATCO.D.010(a)(2)(i) Composition of initial training - content

AERODROME CONTROL VISUAL RATING (ADV) TRAINING - SUBJECT OBJECTIVES AND TRAINING
OBJECTIVES
TABLE OF CONTENTS

AMC1 ATCO.D.010(a)(2)(i) main paragraph

SUBJECT 1: INTRODUCTION TO THE COURSE

SUBJECT 2: AVIATION LAW

SUBJECT 3: AIR TRAFFIC MANAGEMENT

SUBJECT 4: METEOROLOGY

SUBJECT 5: NAVIGATION

SUBJECT 6: AIRCRAFT

SUBJECT 7: HUMAN FACTORS

SUBJECT 8: EQUIPMENT AND SYSTEMS

SUBJECT 9: PROFESSIONAL ENVIRONMENT

SUBJECT 10: ABNORMAL AND EMERGENCY SITUATIONS

SUBJECT 11: AERODROMES

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AERODROME CONTROL VISUAL RATING (ADV) TRAINING SUBJECT OBJECTIVES AND TRAINING
OBJECTIVES
(a) The general principles that apply to this AMC are contained in AMC1 ATCO.D.010(a).
(b) ATCO rating training Aerodrome Control Visual Rating (ADV) should contain the following subject
objectives and training objectives that are associated with the subjects, topics and subtopics
contained in Appendix 3 to Annex I to Commission Regulation (EU) 2015/340 Aerodrome
Control Visual Rating (ADV).
(c) Subjects, topics and subtopics from Appendix 3 to Annex I to Commission Regulation (EU)
2015/340 are repeated in this AMC for the convenience of the reader and do not form part of it.

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SUBJECT 1: INTRODUCTION TO THE COURSE

The subject objective is:
Learners shall know and understand the training programme that they will follow and learn how to
obtain the appropriate information.

TOPIC INTR 1 - COURSE MANAGEMENT

Subtopic INTR 1.1 - Course introduction

ADV Explain the aims and main objectives of 2
INTR the course. ALL
1.1.1

Subtopic INTR 1.2 - Course administration

ADV State course administration. 1
INTR ALL
1.2.1

Subtopic INTR 1.3 - Study material and training documentation

ADV Use appropriate documentation and their 3
INTR sources for course studies. Optional content: training
1.3.1 ALL
documentation, library, CBT library,
web, learning management server

ADV Integrate appropriate information into 4 Training documentation

INTR course studies. ALL
Optional content: supplementary
1.3.2
information, library

TOPIC INTR 2 - INTRODUCTION TO THE ATC TRAINING COURSE

Subtopic INTR 2.1 - Course content and organisation

ADV State the different training methods 1 Theoretical training, practical training,
INTR applied in the course. self-study, types of training events ALL
2.1.1

ADV State the subjects of the course and their 1

INTR purpose. ALL
2.1.2
ADV Describe the organisation of theoretical 2
INTR training. ALL
Optional content: course programme
2.1.3
ADV Describe the organisation of practical 2
INTR training. Optional content: PTP, simulation,
2.1.4 ALL
briefing, debriefing, course
programme

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Subtopic INTR 2.2 - Training ethos

ADV Recognise the feedback mechanisms 1 Training progress, assessment,
INTR available. briefing, debriefing, learner/instructor ALL
2.2.1 feedback, instructor/instructor
feedback

Subtopic INTR 2.3 - Assessment process

ADV Describe the assessment process. 2 ALL
INTR
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SUBJECT 2: AVIATION LAW

The subject objective is:
Learners shall know, understand and apply the Rules of the Air and the Regulations regarding reporting,
airspace and appreciate the Licensing and Competence principles.

TOPIC LAW 1 - ATCO LICENSING/CERTIFICATE OF COMPETENCE

Subtopic LAW 1.1 - Privileges and conditions

ADV Appreciate the conditions which shall be 3 Regulation (EU) 2015/34019 on ATCO
LAW met to issue an Aerodrome Control Licensing
1.1.1 ADV
Visual rating. Optional content: National
documents
ADV Explain how to maintain and update 2
LAW professional knowledge and skills to retain ALL
1.1.2 competence in the operational
environment.
ADV Explain the conditions for 2 Regulation (EU) 2015/340 on ATCO ALL
LAW suspension/revocation of ATCO licence. Licensing
1.1.3

TOPIC LAW 2 - RULES AND REGULATIONS

Subtopic LAW 2.1 - Reports

ADV List the standard forms for reports. 1 Air traffic incident report
LAW
Optional content: routine air reports,
2.1.1 ALL
breach of regulations, watch/log
book, records

ADV Describe the functions of, and processes 2 Reporting culture, air traffic incident
LAW for, reporting. report
2.1.2
Optional content: breach of ALL
regulations, watch/log book,
records, voluntary reporting, ESARR
2

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Commission Regulation (EU) 2015/340 of 20 February 2015 laying down technical requirements and administrative procedures
relating to air traffic controllers' licences and certificates pursuant to Regulation (EC) No 216/2008 of the European Parliament
and of the Council, amending Commission Implementing Regulation (EU) No 923/2012 and repealing Commission Regulation (EU)
No 805/2011 (OJ L 63, 6.3.2015, p. 1).
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ADV Use forms for reporting. 3 Regulation (EU) No 376/201420, air

LAW traffic incident reporting form(s)
2.1.3 ALL
Optional content: routine air reports,
breach of regulations, watch/log
book, records

Subtopic LAW 2.2 - Airspace

ADV Appreciate classes and structure of 3
LAW airspace and their relevance to Aerodrome ADV
2.2.1 Control Visual rating operations.
ADV Provide planning, coordination and control 4
LAW actions appropriate to the airspace Optional content: Regulation (EU)
2.2.2 classification and structure.
No 923/201221, ICAO Annex 2, ICAO
Annex 11, international requirements, ALL
civil requirements, military
requirements, areas of responsibility,
sectorization, national requirements

ADV Appreciate responsibility for terrain 3

LAW clearance. ALL
2.2.3

TOPIC LAW 3 - ATC SAFETY MANAGEMENT

Subtopic LAW 3.1 - Feedback process

ADV State the importance of controller 1
LAW ALL
contribution to the feedback process. Optional content: voluntary reporting
3.1.1
ADV Describe how reported occurrences are 2
LAW analysed. ALL
Optional content: ESARR 2, local
3.1.2
procedures

ADV Name the means used to disseminate 1

LAW recommendations. ALL
Optional content: safety letters, safety
3.1.3
boards web pages

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Regulation (EU) No 376/2014 of the European Parliament and of the Council of 3 April 2014 on the reporting, analysis and follow-
up of occurrences in civil aviation, amending Regulation (EU) No 996/2010 of the European Parliament and of the Council and
repealing Directive 2003/42/EC of the European Parliament and of the Council and Commission Regulations (EC) No 1321/2007
and (EC) No 1330/2007 (OJ L 122, 24.4.2014, p. 18).
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Commission Implementing Regulation (EU) No 923/2012 of 26 September 2012 laying down the common rules of the air and
operational provisions regarding services and procedures in air navigation and amending Implementing Regulation (EU)
No 1035/2011 and Regulations (EC) No 1265/2007, (EC) No 1794/2006, (EC) No 730/2006, (EC) No 1033/2006 and (EU)
No 255/2010 (OJ L 281, 13.10.2012, p. 1).
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ADV Appreciate the Just Culture concept. 3 Benefits, prerequisites, constraints

LAW ALL
Optional content: EAM 2 GUI 6, GAIN
3.1.4
Report

Subtopic LAW 3.2 - Safety Investigation

ADV Describe role and mission of Safety 2
LAW Investigation in the improvement of ALL
3.2.1 safety.
ADV Define working methods of Safety 1
LAW Investigation. ALL
3.2.2

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SUBJECT 3: AIR TRAFFIC MANAGEMENT

The subject objective is:
Learners shall manage air traffic to ensure safe, orderly and expeditious services.

TOPIC ATM 1 - PROVISION OF SERVICES

Subtopic ATM 1.1 - Aerodrome control service

ADV Appreciate areas of responsibility. 3 Control zone, traffic circuit, manoeuvring ADV
ATM area, movement area, vicinity
1.1.1 ADI
Optional content: ATZ

ADV Provide aerodrome control service. 4 Regulation (EU) No 923/2012, ICAO

ATM ADV
Annex 11, ICAO Doc 7030, ICAO Doc
1.1.2 4444, operation manuals
ADI

Subtopic ATM 1.2 - Flight information service (FIS)

ADV Describe the information that shall be 2 ICAO Doc 4444 ADV
ATM passed to aircraft by an aerodrome
1.2.1 controller. ADI

ADV Provide FIS. 4 ICAO Doc 4444

ATM ALL
Optional content: national documents
1.2.2
ADV Issue appropriate information. 3 ICAO Doc 4444, essential local traffic, ADV
ATM traffic information
1.2.3 ADI

ADV Appreciate the use of ATIS for the 3 ADV

ATM provision of flight information service
1.2.4 by aerodrome controller. ADI

Subtopic ATM 1.3 - Alerting service (ALRS)

ADV Provide ALRS. 4 ICAO Doc 4444
ATM ALL
Optional content: national documents
1.3.1
ADV Respond to distress and urgency 3 Regulation (EU) No 923/2012, ICAO
ATM messages and signals. Annex 10, ICAO Doc 4444
1.3.2
Optional content: EUROCONTROL
ALL
Guidelines for Controller Training in the
Handling of Unusual/Emergency
Situations

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Subtopic ATM 1.4 - ATS system capacity and air traffic flow management
ADV Appreciate principles of ATS system 3
ATM capacity and air traffic flow management. Optional content: EUROCONTROL
1.4.1 ADV
ATFCM Users Manual, Slot
ADI
management, Slot allocation
procedures

ADV Organise traffic to take account of flow 4 ADV

ATM management. ADI
Optional content: departure sequence
1.4.2
ADV Inform appropriate authority. 3
ATM
Optional content: abnormal situations,
1.4.3
decrease in sector capacity, limitations
on systems and equipment, changes in
ADV
workload/capacity, unusual
ADI
meteorological conditions, relevant
information: reported ground-based
incidents, forest fire, smoke, oil
pollution

TOPIC ATM 2 - COMMUNICATION

Subtopic ATM 2.1 - Effective communication

ADV Use approved phraseology. 3 ICAO Doc 4444
ATM
Optional content: ICAO Doc 9432 RTF
2.1.1 ALL
manual, standard words and phrases
as contained in ICAO Annex 10 Vol. 2

ADV Ensure effective communication. 4 Communication techniques,

ATM readback/verification of readback ALL
2.1.2

TOPIC ATM 3 - ATC CLEARANCES AND ATC INSTRUCTIONS

Subtopic ATM 3.1 - ATC clearances

ADV Issue appropriate ATC clearances. 3 ICAO Doc 4444
ATM ALL
Optional content: national documents
3.1.1
ADV Integrate appropriate ATC clearances in 4
ATM control service. ALL
3.1.2
ADV Ensure the agreed course of action is 4
ATM carried out. ALL
3.1.3

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Subtopic ATM 3.2 - ATC instructions

ADV Issue appropriate ATC instructions. 3 ICAO Doc 4444 ALL
ATM
Optional content: national documents
3.2.1
ADV Integrate appropriate ATC instructions in 4 ALL
ATM control service.
3.2.2
ADV Ensure the agreed course of action is 4 ALL
ATM carried out.
3.2.3

TOPIC ATM 4 - COORDINATION

Subtopic ATM 4.1 - Necessity for coordination

ADV Identify the need for coordination. 3 ALL
ATM
4.1.1
Subtopic ATM 4.2 - Tools and methods for coordination
ADV Use the available tools for coordination. 3 Optional content: electronic transfer
ATM of flight data, telephone, interphone,
4.2.1 intercom, direct speech,
ALL
radiotelephone (RTF), local
agreements, automated system
coordination

Subtopic ATM 4.3 - Coordination procedures

ADV Initiate appropriate coordination. 3 Delegation/transfer of responsibility for
ATM air-ground communications and
4.3.1 separation, transfer of control, etc. ALL
ICAO Doc 4444
Optional content: release point
ADV Analyse effect of coordination requested 4 Optional content: delegation/transfer
ATM by an adjacent position/unit. of responsibility for air-ground
4.3.2 ALL
communications and separation,
release point, transfer of control, etc.
ADV Select, after negotiation, an appropriate 5 ALL
ATM course of action.
4.3.3
ADV Ensure the agreed course of action is 4 ALL
ATM carried out.
4.3.4
ADV Coordinate in the provision of FIS. 4 ICAO Doc 4444 ALL
ATM
4.3.5
ADV Coordinate in the provision of ALRS. 4 ICAO Doc 4444
ATM ALL
4.3.6

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TOPIC ATM 5 - ALTIMETRY AND LEVEL ALLOCATION

Subtopic ATM 5.1 - Altimetry

ADV Allocate levels according to altimetry data. 4 ICAO Doc 8168, ICAO Doc 4444
ATM ALL
5.1.1
ADV Ensure separation according to altimetry 4
ATM data. Optional content: transition level,
5.1.2
transition altitude, transition layer, ALL
height, flight level, altitude, vertical
distance to airspace boundaries

TOPIC ATM 6 - SEPARATIONS

Subtopic ATM 6.1 - Separation between departing aircraft

ADV Provide separation between departing 4 ICAO Doc 4444 ADV
ATM aircraft. ADI
6.1.1

Subtopic ATM 6.2 - Separation of landing aircraft and preceding landing or

departing aircraft
ADV Provide separation of landing aircraft and 4 ICAO Doc 4444 ADV
ATM preceding landing or departing aircraft. ADI
6.2.1

Subtopic ATM 6.3 - Time-based wake turbulence longitudinal separation

ADV Provide time-based wake turbulence 4 ICAO Doc 4444 ADV
ATM longitudinal separation. ADI
6.3.1

Subtopic ATM 6.4 - Reduced separation minima

ADV Provide reduced separation minima. 4 ICAO Doc 4444 ADV
ATM ADI
6.4.1

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TOPIC ATM 7 - AIRBORNE COLLISION AVOIDANCE SYSTEMS AND GROUND-

BASED SAFETY NETS
Subtopic ATM 7.1 - Airborne collision avoidance systems
ADV Differentiate between ACAS advisory 2 ICAO Doc 9863 ADV
ATM thresholds and aerodrome separation ADI
7.1.1 standards.
ADV Describe the controller responsibility 2 ICAO Doc 4444
ATM during and following an ACAS RA reported ALL
7.1.2 by pilot.
ADV Respond to pilot notification of actions 3 ACAS, TAWS
ATM based on airborne systems warnings. ALL
Optional content: EUROCONTROL
7.1.3
ACAS web page

Subtopic ATM 7.2 - Ground-based safety nets

ADV Respond to available ground-based safety 3 ADV
ATM nets warnings. ADI
Optional content: anti-incursion
7.2.1

TOPIC ATM 8 - DATA DISPLAY

Subtopic ATM 8.1 - Data management

ADV Update the data display to accurately 3
ATM reflect the traffic situation. Optional content: information
8.1.1
displayed, strip marking
procedures, electronic information ALL
data displays, actions based on
traffic display information,
calculation of EETs

ADV Analyse pertinent data on data displays. 4

ATM ALL
8.1.2
ADV Organise pertinent data on data displays. 4
ATM ALL
8.1.3
ADV Obtain flight plan information. 3 CPL, FPL, supplementary
ATM information ALL
8.1.4
Optional content: RPL, AFIL, etc.

ADV Use flight plan information. 3

ATM ALL
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TOPIC ATM 9 - OPERATIONAL ENVIRONMENT (SIMULATED)

Subtopic ATM 9.1 - Integrity of the operational environment

ADV Obtain information concerning the 3
ATM operational environment. Optional content: briefing, notices,
9.1.1 ALL
local orders, verification of
information

ADV Ensure the integrity of the operational 4

ATM environment. ADV
Optional content: frequency, VOLMET,
9.1.2
ATIS, SIGMET, systems set-up, integrity ADI
of displays

Subtopic ATM 9.2 - Verification of the currency of operational procedures

ADV Check all relevant documentation before 3
ATM managing traffic. ALL
Optional content: briefing, LOAs,
9.2.1
NOTAM, AICs

Subtopic ATM 9.3 - Handover-takeover

ADV Transfer information to the relieving 3
ATM controller. ALL
9.3.1
ADV Obtain information from the controller 3
ATM ALL
handing over.
9.3.2

TOPIC ATM 10 - PROVISION OF AN AERODROME CONTROL SERVICE

Subtopic ATM 10.1 - Responsibility for the provision

ADV Explain the responsibility for the provision 2 ICAO Doc 4444, ICAO Annex 11 ADV
ATM of an aerodrome control service. ADI
10.1.1
ADV Describe the division of responsibility 2 ICAO Doc 4444
ATM ALL
between air traffic control units.
10.1.2
ADV Describe the responsibility in regard to 2 ICAO Doc 4444
ATM military traffic. ALL
Optional content: ICAO Doc 9554
10.1.3
ADV Describe the responsibility in regard to 2 ICAO Doc 4444 ADV
ATM unmanned free balloons. ADI
10.1.4
ADV Appreciate the influence of operational 3
ATM requirements. ALL
Optional content: military flying,
10.1.5
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Subtopic ATM 10.2 - Functions of aerodrome control tower

ADV Manage the general functions of 4 ICAO Doc 4444 ADV
ATM aerodrome control. ADI
10.2.1
ADV Manage the suspension of VFR operations. 4 ICAO Doc 4444 ADV
ATM ADI
10.2.2

Subtopic ATM 10.3 - Traffic management process

ADV Ensure that situational awareness is 4 Information gathering, observation,
ATM ADV
maintained. traffic projection
10.3.1 ADI

ADV Detect conflicts in time for appropriate 4

ATM ALL
resolution.
10.3.2
ADV Identify potential solutions to achieve a 3 ADV
ATM safe and effective flow of aerodrome ADI
10.3.3 traffic.
ADV Evaluate possible outcomes of different 5 ADV
ATM control actions. ADI
10.3.4
ADV Select an appropriate plan in time to 5 ADV
ATM achieve safe and effective flow of ADI
10.3.5 aerodrome traffic.
ADV Ensure an adequate priority of actions. 4
ATM ALL
10.3.6
ADV Execute plan in a timely manner. 3 ADV
ATM ADI
10.3.7
ADV Ensure a safe and efficient outcome is 4 Traffic monitoring, adaptability and
ATM achieved. follow up ALL
10.3.8

Subtopic ATM 10.4 - Aeronautical ground lights

ADV Select appropriate aeronautical ground 5 ICAO Doc 4444 ADV
ATM lights. ADI
10.4.1

Subtopic ATM 10.5 - Information to aircraft by aerodrome control tower

ADV Provide information related to the 4 ICAO Doc 4444 ADV
ATM operation of aircraft. ADI
10.5.1
ADV Provide information on aerodrome 4 ICAO Doc 4444 ADV
ATM conditions. ADI
10.5.2

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Subtopic ATM 10.6 - Control of aerodrome traffic

ADV Predict positions of aircraft in the 4 ICAO Doc 4444 ADV
ATM aerodrome traffic and taxi circuits. ADI
10.6.1
ADV Manage traffic on the manoeuvring area. 4 ICAO Doc 4444, aircraft, vehicles ADV
ATM ADI
Optional content: runway inspection
10.6.2
ADV Manage traffic in accordance with 4 ADV
ATM procedural changes. ADI
Optional content: taxiway closure
10.6.3
ADV Balance the workload against personal 5
ATM capacity. ADV
Optional content: re-planning,
10.6.4
prioritising solutions, denying ADI
requests, delaying traffic

Subtopic ATM 10.7 - Control of traffic in the traffic circuit

ADV Manage traffic in the traffic circuit. 4 ICAO Doc 4444, meteorological
ATM phenomena, geographical knowledge, ADV
10.7.1 environmental factors ADI

ADV Manage arriving and departing traffic. 4 ICAO Doc 4444, allocation of the order
ATM of priority, meteorological phenomena, ADV
10.7.2 wake turbulence, environmental factors ADI

ADV Integrate the serviceability of radio aids in 4

ATM ADV
the management of aerodrome traffic. Optional content: UDF, VDF, MLS, ILS,
10.7.3 ADI
NDB, VOR, DME

ADV Integrate surface conditions into the 4

ATM control of aerodrome traffic. ADV
Optional content: damp, wet, water
10.7.4
patches, flooding, snow, slush, ice, ADI
braking action

ADV Integrate information about 4

ATM meteorological phenomena into the ADV
Optional content: clouds,
10.7.5 control of aerodrome traffic.
precipitation, visibility, wind, ADI
meteorological hazards

ADV Integrate the information provided by 4 Use, advantages, disadvantages ADV

ATM situation displays. ADI
10.7.6
ADV Initiate missed approach. 3 ADV
ATM ADI
Optional content: obstructed runway
10.7.7

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Subtopic ATM 10.8 - Runway in use

ADV Select the runway in use. 5 ICAO Doc 4444 ADV
ATM ADI
10.8.1
ADV Coordinate runway in use. 4
ATM ADV
Optional content: approach control,
10.8.2
area control, runway selection, change ADI
of runway

ADV Manage traffic in the event of runway-in- 4 ADV

ATM use change. ADI
10.8.3

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SUBJECT 4: METEOROLOGY
The subject objective is:
Learners shall acquire, decode and make proper use of meteorological information relevant to the
provision of ATS.

TOPIC MET 1 - METEOROLOGICAL PHENOMENA

Subtopic MET 1.1 - Meteorological phenomena

ADV Appreciate the impact of different cloud 3 Cumulus, cumulonimbus
MET ADV
types. Optional content: stratus,
1.1.1 ADI
nimbostratus, etc.

ADV Appreciate the impact of precipitation. 3 Precipitation and microphysics

MET ADV
Optional content: rain, snow, sleet,
1.1.2 ADI
hail

ADV Appreciate the impact of atmospheric 3

MET obscurity. ADV
Optional content: advection fog,
1.1.3
radiation fog, mixing, evaporation, ADI
mist, drizzle

ADV Appreciate the effect and impact of wind. 3 Gusting, veering, backing
MET ADV
Optional content: land breezes, sea
1.1.4 ADI
breezes, Fhn

ADV Appreciate the effect and danger of 3 Wind shear, turbulence,

MET ADV
hazardous meteorological phenomena. thunderstorms, icing, microbursts
1.1.5 ADI

ADV Appreciate the effect of a frontal system 3 ADV

MET on aerodrome operations. ADI
1.1.6
ADV Integrate data about meteorological 4 Clearances, instructions and
MET phenomena into provision of ATS. transmitted information
1.1.7 ALL
Optional content: relevant
meteorological phenomena

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TOPIC MET 2 - SOURCES OF METEOROLOGICAL DATA

Subtopic MET 2.1 - Meteorological instruments

ADV Extract information from meteorological 3
MET instruments. ADV
Optional content: anemometer, RVR
2.1.1
indicator, cloud base indicator, ADI
ceilometer, barometer

Subtopic MET 2.2 - Other sources of meteorological data

ADV Decode information from meteorological 3 ADV
MET data displays. ADI
2.2.1
ADV Use appropriate communication tools and 3 ADV
MET networks to obtain meteorological data. ADI
2.2.2
ADV Relay meteorological information. 3 ICAO Doc 4444
MET ALL
Optional content: flight information
2.2.3
centre, adjacent ATS unit

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SUBJECT 5: NAVIGATION
The subject objective is:
Learners shall analyse all navigational aspects in order to organise the traffic.

TOPIC NAV 1 - MAPS AND AERONAUTICAL CHARTS

Subtopic NAV 1.1 - Maps and charts

ADV Decode symbols and information 3 Visual approach/departure charts,
NAV displayed on aeronautical maps and aerodrome charts
1.1.1 charts. ADV
Optional content: military maps and
charts

ADV Use relevant maps and charts. 3 Visual approach/departure charts,

NAV aerodrome charts
1.1.2 ADV
Optional content: Military maps and
charts

TOPIC NAV 2 - INSTRUMENT NAVIGATION

Subtopic NAV 2.1 - Navigational systems

ADV Describe the possible operational status 2
NAV of navigational systems. ADV
Optional content: NDB, VOR, DME
2.1.1
ADV Decode operational status displays of 3
NAV navigational systems. ADV
Optional content: NDB, VOR, DME
2.1.2
ADV Appreciate the effect of precision, 3
NAV limitations and change of the ALL
Optional content: limitations, status,
2.1.3 operational status of navigational
systems. degraded procedures

Subtopic NAV 2.2 - Stabilised approach

ADV Describe the concept of stabilised 2 ICAO Doc 8168 ADV
NAV approach. ADI
Optional content: SKYbrary, Regulation
2.2.1 APP
(EC) No 1899/200622
APS

ADV Appreciate the effect of late change of 3 ADV

NAV runway-in-use for landing aircraft. ADI
2.2.2

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Regulation (EC) No 1899/2006 of the European Parliament and of the Council of 12 December 2006 amending Council Regulation
(EEC) No 3922/91 on the harmonisation of technical requirements and administrative procedures in the field of civil aviation (OJ L
377, 27.12.2006, p. 1).
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SUBJECT 6: AIRCRAFT
The subject objective is:
Learners shall assess and integrate aircraft performance in the provision of ATS.

TOPIC ACFT 1 - AIRCRAFT INSTRUMENTS

Subtopic ACFT 1.1 - Aircraft instruments

ADV Integrate information from aircraft 4
ACFT instruments provided by the pilot in the ALL
1.1.1 provision of ATS.
ADV Explain the operation of aircraft radio 2
ACFT equipment. ALL
Optional content: radios (number of),
1.1.2
emergency radios

TOPIC ACFT 2 - AIRCRAFT CATEGORIES

Subtopic ACFT 2.1 - Wake turbulence

ADV Explain the wake turbulence effect and 2
ACFT associated hazards to the succeeding ALL
2.1.1 aircraft.
ADV Appreciate the techniques used to prevent 3
ACFT ALL
hazards associated with wake turbulence
2.1.2 on succeeding aircraft.

TOPIC ACFT 3 - FACTORS AFFECTING AIRCRAFT PERFORMANCE

Subtopic ACFT 3.1 - Take-off factors

ADV Integrate the influence of factors affecting 4
ACFT aircraft on take-off. Optional content: runway conditions,
3.1.1
runway slope, aerodrome elevation, ADV
wind, temperature, aircraft ADI
configuration, airframe contamination
and aircraft mass

Subtopic ACFT 3.2 - Climb factors

ADV Appreciate the influence of factors 3 Optional content: speed, mass, air ADV
ACFT affecting aircraft during climb. density, wind and temperature ADI
3.2.1
Subtopic ACFT 3.3 - Final approach and landing factors
ADV Integrate the influence of factors affecting 4 ADV
ACFT aircraft during final approach and landing. Optional content: wind, aircraft ADI
3.3.1
configuration, mass, runway conditions,

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runway slope, aerodrome elevation

Subtopic ACFT 3.4 - Economic factors

ADV Integrate consideration of economic 4
ACFT ADV
factors affecting aircraft. Optional content: starting-up, taxiing,
3.4.1 ADI
routing, departure sequence

Subtopic ACFT 3.5 - Environmental factors

ADV Appreciate the performance restrictions 3
ACFT due to environmental constraints. ADV
Optional content: noise abatement
3.5.1
procedures, minimum flight altitudes, ADI
bird hazard

TOPIC ACFT 4 - AIRCRAFT DATA

Subtopic ACFT 4.1 - Recognition of aircraft types

ADV Characterise a representative sample of 2 Recognition, ICAO type designators,
ACFT aircraft which will be encountered in the wake turbulence categories ADV
4.1.1 operational/working environment.

Subtopic ACFT 4.2 - Performance data

ADV Integrate the average performance data of 4 Performance data under a
ACFT a representative sample of aircraft which representative variety of circumstances ADV
4.2.1 will be encountered in the ADI
operational/working environment into the
provision of a control service.

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SUBJECT 7: HUMAN FACTORS

The subject objective is:
Learners shall recognise the necessity to constantly extend their knowledge and analyse factors which
affect personal and team performance.

TOPIC HUM 1 - PSYCHOLOGICAL FACTORS

Subtopic HUM 1.1 - Cognitive

ADV Describe the human information 2 Attention, perception, memory,
HUM processing model. ALL
situational awareness, decision making,
1.1.1 response
ADV Describe the factors which influence 2 Confidence, stress, learning, knowledge,
HUM human information processing. ALL
experience, fatigue, alcohol/drugs,
1.1.2 distraction, interpersonal relations
ADV Monitor the effect of human information 3
HUM processing factors on decision making. Optional content: workload, stress,
1.1.3 ALL
interpersonal relations, distraction,
confidence

TOPIC HUM 2 - MEDICAL AND PHYSIOLOGICAL FACTORS

Subtopic HUM 2.1 - Fatigue

ADV State factors that cause fatigue. 1 Shift work
HUM ALL
Optional content: night shifts and rosters
2.1.1
ADV Describe the onset of fatigue. 2
HUM
Optional content: lack of concentration,
2.1.2
listlessness, irritability, frustration, ICAO ALL
Circular 241 AN/145 Human factors in
Air Traffic Control

ADV Recognise the onset of fatigue in self. 1

HUM
Optional content: ICAO Circular 241
2.1.3 ALL
AN/145 Human factors in Air Traffic
Control

ADV Recognise the onset of fatigue in others. 1

HUM ALL
2.1.4
ADV Describe appropriate action when 2
HUM recognising fatigue. ALL
2.1.5

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Subtopic HUM 2.2 - Fitness

ADV Recognise signs of lack of personal fitness. 1
HUM ALL
2.2.1
ADV Describe actions when aware of a lack of 2
HUM personal fitness. ALL
2.2.2

TOPIC HUM 3 - SOCIAL AND ORGANISATIONAL FACTORS

Subtopic HUM 3.1 - Team resource management (TRM)

ADV State the relevance of TRM. 1
HUM
Optional content: TRM course,
3.1.1 ALL
EUROCONTROL Guidelines for the
development of TRM training

ADV State the content of the TRM concept. 1

HUM
Optional content: team work, human
3.1.2
error, team roles, stress, decision ALL
making, communication, situational
awareness

Subtopic HUM 3.2 - Teamwork and team roles

ADV Identify reasons for conflict. 3
HUM ALL
3.2.1
ADV Describe actions to prevent human 2
HUM conflicts. ALL
Optional content: TRM team roles
3.2.2
ADV Describe strategies to cope with human 2
HUM conflicts. ALL
Optional content: in your team, in the
3.2.3
simulator

Subtopic HUM 3.3 - Responsible behaviour

ADV Consider the factors which influence 2
HUM responsible behaviour. Optional content: situation, team,
3.3.1
personal situation and judgement, ALL
instance of justification, moral
motivation, personality

ADV Apply responsible judgement. 3 Case study and discussion about a

HUM dilemma situation ALL
3.3.2

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TOPIC HUM 4 - STRESS

Subtopic HUM 4.1 - Stress

ADV Recognise the effects of stress on 1 Stress and its symptoms in self and in
HUM performance. others ALL
4.1.1

Subtopic HUM 4.2 - Stress management

ADV Act to reduce stress. 3 The effect of personality in coping with
HUM stress, the benefits of active stress
4.2.1 ALL
management

ADV Respond to stressful situation by offering, 3

HUM asking or accepting assistance. Optional content: the benefits of
4.2.2 ALL
offering, accepting and asking for help in
stressful situations

ADV Recognise the effect of shocking and 1 Self and others, abnormal situations,
HUM stressful events. CISM ALL
4.2.3

ADV Consider the benefits of Critical Incident 2

HUM Stress Management (CISM). ALL
4.2.4
ADV Explain procedures used following an 2
HUM incident/accident. ALL
Optional content: CISM, counselling,
4.2.5
human element

TOPIC HUM 5 - HUMAN ERROR

Subtopic HUM 5.1 - Human error

ADV Explain the relationship between error 2 Number and combination of errors,
HUM and safety. proactive versus reactive approach to
5.1.1 discovery of error
ALL
Optional content: ICAO Circular 314
AN/178 Threat and Error Management
(TEM) in Air Traffic Control

ADV Differentiate between the types of error. 2 Slips, lapses, mistakes

HUM
Optional content: Circular 314 AN/178
5.1.2 ALL
Threat and Error Management (TEM) in
Air Traffic Control

ADV Describe error-prone conditions. 2 ALL

HUM

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5.1.3 Optional content: increase in traffic,

changes in procedures, complexities of
systems or traffic, weather, unusual
occurrences

ADV Collect examples of different error types, 3

HUM their causes and consequences in ATC. Optional content: ICAO Circular 314
5.1.4 ALL
AN/178 Threat and Error Management
(TEM) in Air Traffic Control

ADV Explain how to detect errors to 2 STCA, MSAW, individual and collective
HUM compensate for them. strategy
5.1.5 ALL
Optional content: ICAO Circular 314
AN/178 Threat and Error Management
(TEM) in Air Traffic Control

ADV Execute corrective actions. 3 Error compensation

HUM
Optional content: ICAO Circular 314
5.1.6 ALL
AN/178 Threat and Error Management
(TEM) in Air Traffic Control

ADV Explain the importance of error 2

HUM management. Optional content: prevention of
5.1.7 ALL
incidents, safety improvement, revision
of procedures and/or working practises

ADV Describe the impact on an ATCO 2

HUM following an occurrence/incident. ALL
Optional content: reporting, SMS,
5.1.8
investigation, CISM

Subtopic HUM 5.2 - Violation of rules

ADV Explain the causes and dangers of 2
HUM violation of rules becoming accepted as a Optional content: ICAO Circular 314
5.2.1 practice. ALL
AN/178 Threat and Error Management
(TEM) in Air Traffic Control

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TOPIC HUM 6 - COLLABORATIVE WORK

Subtopic HUM 6.1 - Communication

ADV Use communication effectively in ATC. 3
HUM ALL
6.1.1
ADV Analyse examples of pilot and controller 4
HUM communication for effectiveness. ALL
6.1.2

Subtopic HUM 6.2 - Collaborative work within the same area of responsibility
ADV List communication means between 1
HUM controllers in charge of the same area of ALL
Optional content: electronic, written,
6.2.1 responsibility (sector or tower).
verbal and non-verbal communication

ADV Explain consequences of the use of 2

HUM communication means on effectiveness. ALL
Optional content: strips legibility and
6.2.2
encoding, labels designation, feedback

ADV List possible actions to provide a safe 1

HUM position handover. ALL
Optional content: rigour, preparation,
6.2.3
overlap time

ADV Explain consequences of a missed position 2

HUM ALL
handover process.
6.2.4

Subtopic HUM 6.3 - Collaborative work between different areas of responsibility

ADV List factors and means for an effective 1
HUM coordination between sectors and/or Optional content: other sectors
6.3.1 tower positions. ALL
constraints, electronic coordination
tools

Subtopic HUM 6.4 - Controller/pilot cooperation

ADV Describe parameters affecting 2
HUM controller/pilot cooperation. Optional content: workload, mutual
6.4.1 ALL
knowledge, controller vs pilot mental
picture

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SUBJECT 8: EQUIPMENT AND SYSTEMS

The subject objective is:
Learners shall integrate knowledge and understanding of the basic working principles of equipment and
systems and comply with the equipment and system degradation procedures in the provision of
ATS.

TOPIC EQPS 1 - VOICE COMMUNICATIONS

Subtopic EQPS 1.1 - Radio communications

ADV Operate two-way communication 3 Transmit/receive switches, procedures
EQPS equipment. ALL
Optional content: frequency selection,
1.1.1
standby equipment

ADV Identify indications of operational status 3

EQPS of radio equipment. Optional content: indicator lights,
1.1.2 ALL
serviceability displays,
selector/frequency displays

Subtopic EQPS 1.2 - Other voice communications

ADV Operate landline communications. 3
EQPS ALL
Optional content: telephone, interphone
1.2.1
and intercom equipment

TOPIC EQPS 2 - AUTOMATION IN ATS

Subtopic EQPS 2.1 - Aeronautical fixed telecommunication network (AFTN)

ADV Decode AFTN messages. 3
EQPS
Optional content: movement and
2.1.1 ALL
control messages, NOTAM, SNOWTAM,
BIRDTAM, etc.

Subtopic EQPS 2.2 - Automatic data interchange

ADV Use automatic data transfer equipment 3 ADV
EQPS where available. ADI
Optional content: sequencing systems,
2.2.1
automated information and APS
coordination, OLDI ACS

ADV Explain operational application of CPDLC 2 ICAO Doc 9694 ADV

EQPS for departure clearance (DCL) delivery ADI
2.2.2 and D-ATIS.

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TOPIC EQPS 3 - CONTROLLER WORKING POSITION

Subtopic EQPS 3.1 - Operation and monitoring of equipment

ADV Monitor the technical integrity of the 3 Notification procedures, responsibilities
EQPS controller working position. ALL
3.1.1
ADV Operate the equipment of the 3
EQPS controller working position. Optional content: situation displays,
3.1.2
flight progress board, flight data display,
ALL
radio, telephone, maps and charts, strip-
printer, clock, information systems,
UDF/VDF

ADV Operate available equipment in 3

EQPS ALL
abnormal and emergency situations.
3.1.3

Subtopic EQPS 3.2 - Situation displays and information systems

ADV Use situation displays. 3
EQPS ALL
3.2.1
ADV Check availability of information 3
EQPS material. ALL
3.2.2
ADV Obtain information from equipment. 3
EQPS ADV
Optional content: information from wind
3.2.3 ADI
direction indicator

Subtopic EQPS 3.3 - Flight data systems

ADV Use the flight data information at 3
EQPS controller working position. ALL
3.3.1

TOPIC EQPS 4 - FUTURE EQUIPMENT

Subtopic EQPS 4.1 - New developments

ADV Recognise future developments. 1 New advanced systems
EQPS ALL
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TOPIC EQPS 5 - EQUIPMENT AND SYSTEMS LIMITATIONS AND DEGRADATION

Subtopic EQPS 5.1 - Reaction to limitations

ADV Take account of the limitations of 2
EQPS equipment and systems. ALL
5.1.1
ADV Respond to technical deficiencies of the 3 Notification procedures, responsibilities
EQPS operational position. ALL
5.1.2

Subtopic EQPS 5.2 - Communication equipment degradation

ADV Identify that communication equipment 3
EQPS ADV
has degraded. Optional content: ground-air, ground-
5.2.1 ADI
ground and landline communications

ADV Integrate contingency procedures in 4

EQPS the event of communication equipment Optional content: total or partial
5.2.2 degradation. ADV
degradation of ground-air, ground-
ADI
ground and landline communications;
alternative methods of transferring data

Subtopic EQPS 5.3 - Navigational equipment degradation

ADV Identify when a navigational equipment 3
EQPS ALL
failure will affect operational ability. Optional content: VOR, navigational aids
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SUBJECT 9: PROFESSIONAL ENVIRONMENT

The subject objective is:
Learners shall identify the need for close cooperation with other parties concerning ATM operations and
appreciate aspects of environmental protection.

TOPIC PEN 1 - FAMILIARISATION

Subtopic PEN 1.1 - Study visit to aerodrome

ADV Appreciate the functions and provision of 3 Study visit to TWR ADV
PEN an operational aerodrome control ADI
1.1.1 service.

TOPIC PEN 2 - AIRSPACE USERS

Subtopic PEN 2.1 - Contributors to civil ATS operations

ADV Characterise civil ATS activities at 2 Study visit to TWR
PEN ADV
aerodrome. Optional content: familiarisation visits to
2.1.1 ADI
APP, ACC, AIS, RCC

ADV Characterise other parties interfacing 2

PEN with ATS operations. Optional content: familiarisation visits to
2.1.2 ALL
engineering services, fire and emergency
services, airline operations offices

Subtopic PEN 2.2 - Contributors to military ATS operations

ADV Characterise military ATS activities. 2
PEN
Optional content: familiarisation visits to
2.2.1 ALL
TWR, APP, ACC, AIS, RCC, Air Defence
Units

TOPIC PEN 3 - CUSTOMER RELATIONS

Subtopic PEN 3.1 - Provision of services and user requirements

ADV Identify the role of ATC as a service 3
PEN ALL
provider.
3.1.1
ADV Appreciate ATS users requirements. 3
PEN ALL
3.1.2

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TOPIC PEN 4 - ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION

Subtopic PEN 4.1 - Environmental protection

ADV Describe the environmental constraints on 2 ADV
PEN aerodrome operations. ADI
Optional content: ICAO Circular 303 -
4.1.1
Operational opportunities to minimise APP
fuel use and reduce emissions APS

ADV Explain the use of Collaborative 2 ADV

PEN Environmental Management (CEM) ADI
4.1.2 process at airports. APP
APS

ADV Appreciate the mitigation techniques used 3

PEN ADV
at aerodromes to minimise aviations Optional content: noise abatement
4.1.3 impact on the environment. ADI
procedures, flight efficiency

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SUBJECT 10: ABNORMAL AND EMERGENCY SITUATIONS

The subject objective is:
Learners shall develop professional attitudes to manage traffic in abnormal and emergency situations.

TOPIC ABES 1 - ABNORMAL AND EMERGENCY SITUATIONS (ABES)

Subtopic ABES 1.1 - Overview of ABES

ADV List common abnormal and emergency 1
ABES situations. Optional content: EATM Guidelines for
1.1.1
Controller Training in the Handling of
Unusual/Emergency Situations,
ALL
ambulance flights, ground based
safety nets alerts, airframe failure,
unreliable instruments, runway
incursion

ADV Identify potential or actual abnormal and 3

ABES emergency situations. ALL
1.1.2
ADV Take into account the procedures for 2 Bird strike, aborted take-off ADV
ABES given abnormal and emergency ADI
Optional content: ICAO Doc 4444
1.1.3 situations.
ADV Take into account that procedures do not 2
ABES exist for all abnormal and emergency ALL
Optional content: real life examples
1.1.4 situations.
ADV Consider how the evolution of a situation 2
ABES may have an impact on safety. ALL
Optional content: separation,
1.1.5
information, coordination

TOPIC ABES 2 - SKILLS IMPROVEMENT

Subtopic ABES 2.1 - Communication effectiveness

ADV Ensure effective communication in all 4 Phraseology, vocabulary, readback,
ABES circumstances including the case where silence instruction ALL
2.1.1 standard phraseology is not applicable.

ADV Apply change of radiotelephony call sign. 3 ICAO Doc 4444

ABES ALL
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Subtopic ABES 2.2 - Avoidance of mental overload

ADV Describe actions to keep control of the 2
ABES situation. Optional content: sector splitting,
2.2.1 ALL
holding, flow management, task
delegation

ADV Organise priority of actions. 4

ABES ALL
2.2.2
ADV Ensure effective circulation of 4 Optional content: between executive and
ABES information. planner/coordinator, with the supervisor,
2.2.3 ALL
between sectors, between ACC, APP and
TWR , with ground staff, etc.

ADV Consider asking for help. 2

ABES ALL
2.2.4

Subtopic ABES 2.3 - Air / ground cooperation

ADV Collect appropriate information relevant 3
ABES ALL
to the situation.
2.3.1
ADV Assist the pilot. 3 Pilot workload
ABES ALL
Optional content: instructions,
2.3.2
information, support, human factors, etc.

TOPIC ABES 3 - PROCEDURES FOR ABNORMAL AND EMERGENCY SITUATIONS

Subtopic ABES 3.1 - Application of procedures for ABES

ADV Apply the procedures for given abnormal 3
ABES and emergency situations. Optional content: EATM Guidelines for
3.1.1
Controller Training in the Handling of
ALL
Unusual/Emergency Situations,
ambulance flights, ground based safety
nets alerts, airframe failure

Subtopic ABES 3.2 - Radio failure

ADV Describe the procedures followed by a 2 ICAO Doc 7030
ABES pilot when he/she experiences complete ALL
Optional content: military procedures
3.2.1 or partial radio failure.
ADV Apply the procedures to be followed when 3
ABES a pilot experiences complete or partial ALL
Optional content: prolonged loss of
3.2.2 radio failure.
communication

Subtopic ABES 3.3 - Unlawful interference and aircraft bomb threat

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ADV Apply ATC procedures associated with 3 ICAO Doc 4444

ABES unlawful interference and aircraft bomb ALL
3.3.1 threat.

Subtopic ABES 3.4 - Strayed or unidentified aircraft

ADV Apply the procedures in the case of 3 ICAO Doc 4444
ABES strayed aircraft. ALL
Optional content: inside controlled
3.4.1
airspace, outside controlled airspace

ADV Apply the procedures in the case of 3 ICAO Doc 4444

ABES unidentified aircraft. ALL
3.4.2
ADV Provide navigational assistance to aircraft. 4
ABES
Optional content: diverted aircraft,
3.4.3
aircraft lost or unsure of position,
information derived locally or from
radar service or from other pilots, ADV
nearest most suitable aerodrome, ADI
track, heading, distance, aerodrome
information, any other relevant
navigational assistance, ICAO Doc
4444, etc.

Subtopic ABES 3.5 - Runway incursion

ADV Apply ATC procedures associated with 3 ICAO Doc 4444 ADV
ABES runway incursion. ADI
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SUBJECT 11: AERODROMES

The subject objective is:
Learners shall recognise and understand the design and layout of aerodromes.

TOPIC AGA 1 - AERODROME DATA, LAYOUT AND COORDINATION

Subtopic AGA 1.1 - Definitions

ADV Define aerodrome data. 1 Regulation (EU) No 139/201423 - EASA ED
AGA Decision 2014/013/R24 CS-ADR-DSN -
1.1.1 Initial issue, EASA ED Decision ADV
2014/012/R25 ADR AMC/GM Initial ADI
issue APP
Optional content: aerodrome elevation, APS
reference point, apron, movement area,
manoeuvring area, hot spot

Subtopic AGA 1.2 - Coordination

ADV Identify the information that has to be 3 Airport conditions, fire/rescue category,
AGA passed between Air Traffic Services condition of ground equipment and APP
1.2.1 (ATS) and the airport authority. NAVAIDs, AIRAC, Regulation (EU) APS
No 39/2014 - EASA ED Decision ADV
2014/013/R CS-ADR-DSN - Initial issue, ADI
EASA ED Decision 2014/012/R ADR
AMC/GM Initial issue

TOPIC AGA 2 - MOVEMENT AREA

Subtopic AGA 2.1 - Movement area

ADV Describe movement area. 2 Regulation (EU) No 139/2014 - EASA ED ADV
AGA Decision 2014/013/R CS-ADR-DSN - Initial ADI
2.1.1 issue, EASA ED Decision 2014/012/R ADR APP
AMC/GM Initial issue APS

ADV Describe the marking of obstacles and 2 Flags, signs on pavement, lights ADV
AGA unusable or unserviceable areas. ADI
2.1.2 APP
APS

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Commission Regulation (EU) No 139/2014 of 12 February 2014 laying down requirements and administrative procedures related
to aerodromes pursuant to Regulation (EC) No 216/2008 of the European Parliament and of the Council (OJ L 44, 14.2.2014, p. 1).
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Decision 2014/013/R of the Executive Director of the Agency of 27 February 2014 adopting Certification Specifications and
Guidance Material for Aerodromes Design CS-ADR-DSN - Initial issue
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Decision 2014/012/R of the Executive Director of the Agency of 27 February 2014 adopting Acceptable Means of Compliance and
Guidance Material to Regulation (EU) No 139/2014 AMC/GM for Aerodromes Initial Issue
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ADV Identify the information on conditions 3 Essential information on aerodrome ADV

AGA of the movement area that have to be conditions ADI
2.1.3 passed to aircraft. APP
APS

Subtopic AGA 2.2 - Manoeuvring area

ADV Describe manoeuvring area. 2 Regulation (EU) No 139/2014 - EASA ED ADV
AGA Decision 2014/013/R CS-ADR-DSN - ADI
2.2.1 Initial issue, EASA ED Decision APP
2014/012/R ADR AMC/GM Initial issue APS

ADV Describe taxiway. 2 ADV

AGA ADI
2.2.2 APP
APS

ADV Describe the daylight marking on 2 ADV

AGA taxiways. ADI
2.2.3 APP
APS

ADV Describe taxiway lighting. 2 ADV

AGA ADI
2.2.4 APP
APS

Subtopic AGA 2.3 - Runways

ADV Describe runway. 2 Runway, runway surface, runway strip, ADV
AGA shoulder, runway end safety areas, ADI
2.3.1 clearways, stopways APP
APS

ADV Describe non-instrument runway. 2 Regulation (EU) No 139/2014 - EASA ED

AGA Decision 2014/013/R CS-ADR-DSN - ADV
2.3.2 Initial issue, EASA ED Decision ADI
2014/012/R ADR AMC/GM Initial APP
issue APS

ADV Explain declared distances. 2 TORA, TODA, ASDA, LDA ADV

AGA ADI
2.3.3 APP
APS

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ADV Explain the differences between ACN 2 Strength of pavements ADV

AGA and PCN. ADI
2.3.4 APP
APS

ADV Describe the daylight markings on 2

AGA ADV
runways. Optional content: runway designator,
2.3.5 ADI
centre line, threshold, aiming point,
APP
fixed distance, touchdown zone, side
APS
strip, colour

ADV Describe runway lights. 2 ADV

AGA ADI
Optional content: colour, centre line,
2.3.6
intensity, edge, touchdown zone, APP
threshold, barettes APS

ADV Explain the functions of visual landing 2 ADV

AGA aids. ADI
Optional content: AVASI, VASI, PAPI
2.3.7 APP
APS

ADV Describe the approach lighting systems. 2 Centre line, cross bars, stroboscopic ADV
AGA lights, colours, intensity and brightness ADI
2.3.8 APP
APS

ADV Characterise the effect of water/ice on 2 ADV

AGA runways. ADI
2.3.9 APP
APS

ADV Explain braking action. 2 Braking action coefficient ADV

AGA ADI
2.3.10 APP
APS

ADV Explain the effect of runway visual 2 ADV

AGA range on aerodrome operation ADI
2.3.11 APP
APS

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TOPIC AGA 3 - OBSTACLES

Subtopic AGA 3.1 - Obstacle-free airspace around aerodromes

ADV Explain the necessity for establishing 2 ADV
AGA and maintaining an obstacle-free ADI
3.1.1 airspace around aerodromes. APP
APS

TOPIC AGA 4 - MISCELLANEOUS EQUIPMENT

Subtopic AGA 4.1 - Location

ADV Explain the location of different 2
AGA ADV
aerodrome ground equipment. Optional content: LLZ, GP, VDF, radio
4.1.1 ADI
communication or ATS surveillance
APP
systems sensors, stopbars, AVASI, VASI,
APS
PAPI

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AMC1 ATCO.D.010(a)(2)(ii) Composition of initial training - content

AERODROME CONTROL INSTRUMENT RATING FOR TOWER ADI (TWR) TRAINING - SUBJECT OBJECTIVES
AND TRAINING OBJECTIVES

Table of contents

AMC1 ATCO.D.010(a)(2)(ii) main paragraph

SUBJECT 1: INTRODUCTION TO THE COURSE

SUBJECT 2: AVIATION LAW

SUBJECT 3: AIR TRAFFIC MANAGEMENT

SUBJECT 4: METEOROLOGY

SUBJECT 5: NAVIGATION

SUBJECT 6: AIRCRAFT

SUBJECT 7: HUMAN FACTORS

SUBJECT 8: EQUIPMENT AND SYSTEMS

SUBJECT 9: PROFESSIONAL ENVIRONMENT

SUBJECT 10: ABNORMAL AND EMERGENCY SITUATIONS

SUBJECT 11: AERODROMES

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AERODROME CONTROL INSTRUMENT RATING FOR TOWER ADI (TWR) TRAINING SUBJECT OBJECTIVES
AND TRAINING OBJECTIVES
(a) The general principles that apply to this AMC are contained in AMC1 ATCO.D.010(a).
(b) ATCO rating training Aerodrome Control Instrument Rating for Tower ADI (TWR) should contain
the following subject objectives and training objectives that are associated with the subjects,
topics and subtopics contained Appendix 4 to Annex I to Commission Regulation (EU) 2015/340
Aerodrome Control Instrument Rating for Tower ADI (TWR).
(c) Subjects, topics and subtopics from Appendix 4 to Annex I to Commission Regulation (EU)
2015/340 are repeated in this AMC for the convenience of the reader and do not form part of it.

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SUBJECT 1: INTRODUCTION TO THE COURSE

The subject objective is:
Learners shall know and understand the training programme that they will follow and learn how to
obtain the appropriate information.

TOPIC INTR 1 - COURSE MANAGEMENT

Subtopic INTR 1.1 - Course introduction

ADI Explain the aims and main objectives of 2
INTR the course. ALL
1.1.1

Subtopic INTR 1.2 - Course administration

ADI State course administration. 1
INTR ALL
1.2.1

Subtopic INTR 1.3 - Study material and training documentation

ADI Use appropriate documentation and their 3
INTR sources for course studies. Optional content: training
1.3.1 ALL
documentation, library, CBT library, web,
learning management server

ADI Integrate appropriate information into 4 Training documentation

INTR course studies. ALL
Optional content: supplementary
1.3.2
information, library

TOPIC INTR 2 - INTRODUCTION TO THE ATC TRAINING COURSE

Subtopic INTR 2.1 - Course content and organisation

ADI State the different training methods 1 Theoretical training, practical training,
INTR applied in the course. self-study, types of training events ALL
2.1.1

ADI State the subjects of the course and their 1

INTR ALL
purpose.
2.1.2
ADI Describe the organisation of theoretical 2
INTR training. ALL
Optional content: course programme
2.1.3
ADI Describe the organisation of practical 2
INTR training. ALL
Optional content: PTP, simulation,
2.1.4
briefing, debriefing, course programme

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Subtopic INTR 2.2 - Training ethos

ADI Recognise the feedback mechanisms 1 Training progress, assessment, briefing,
INTR available. debriefing, learner/instructor feedback,
2.2.1 ALL
instructor/instructor feedback

Subtopic INTR 2.3 - Assessment process

ADI Describe the assessment process. 2
INTR ALL
2.3.1

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SUBJECT 2: AVIATION LAW

The subject objective is:
Learners shall know, understand and apply the Rules of the Air and the Regulations regarding reporting,
airspace and appreciate the Licensing and Competence principles.

TOPIC LAW 1 - ATCO LICENSING/CERTIFICATE OF COMPETENCE

Subtopic LAW 1.1 - Privileges and conditions

ADI Appreciate the conditions which shall be 3 Regulation (EU) 2015/34026 on ATCO
LAW met to issue an Aerodrome Control Licensing ADI
1.1.1 Instrument rating with Tower Control Optional content: national documents
endorsement.
ADI Explain how to maintain and update 2
LAW professional knowledge and skills to retain ALL
1.1.2 competence in the operational
environment.
ADI Explain the conditions for 2 Regulation (EU) 2015/340 on ATCO ALL
LAW suspension/revocation of ATCO licence. Licensing
1.1.3

TOPIC LAW 2 - RULES AND REGULATIONS

Subtopic LAW 2.1 - Reports

ADI List the standard forms for reports. 1 Air traffic incident report
LAW
Optional content: routine air reports, ALL
2.1.1
breach of regulations, watch/log book,
records
ADI Describe the functions of, and processes 2 Reporting culture, air traffic incident
LAW for, reporting. report
2.1.2 ALL
Optional content: breach of regulations,
watch/log book, records, voluntary
reporting, ESARR 2

ADI Use forms for reporting. 3 Regulation (EU) No 376/201427, air traffic
LAW incident reporting form(s)
2.1.3 ALL
Optional content: routine air reports,
breach of regulations, watch/log book,
records

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Commission Regulation (EU) 2015/340 of 20 February 2015 laying down technical requirements and administrative procedures
relating to air traffic controllers' licences and certificates pursuant to Regulation (EC) No 216/2008 of the European Parliament
and of the Council, amending Commission Implementing Regulation (EU) No 923/2012 and repealing Commission Regulation (EU)
No 805/2011 (OJ L 63, 6.3.2015, p. 1).
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Regulation (EU) No 376/2014 of the European Parliament and of the Council of 3 April 2014 on the reporting, analysis and follow-
up of occurrences in civil aviation, amending Regulation (EU) No 996/2010 of the European Parliament and of the Council and
repealing Directive 2003/42/EC of the European Parliament and of the Council and Commission Regulations (EC) No 1321/2007
and (EC) No 1330/2007 (OJ L 122, 24.4.2014, p. 18).
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Subtopic LAW 2.2 - Airspace

ADI Appreciate classes and structure of 3
LAW airspace and their relevance to Aerodrome ADI
2.2.1 Control Instrument rating with Tower
Control endorsement operations.
ADI Provide planning, coordination and control 4
LAW actions appropriate to the airspace Optional content: Regulation (EU)
2.2.2 classification and structure.
No 23/201228, ICAO Annex 2, ICAO Annex
ALL
11, international requirements, civil
requirements, military requirements,
areas of responsibility, sectorization,
national requirements
ADI Appreciate responsibility for terrain 3
LAW clearance. ALL
2.2.3

TOPIC LAW 3 - ATC SAFETY MANAGEMENT

Subtopic LAW 3.1 - Feedback process

ADI State the importance of controller 1 Optional content: voluntary reporting
ALL
LAW contribution to the feedback process.
3.1.1
ADI Describe how reported occurrences are 2
LAW analysed. ALL
Optional content: ESARR 2, local
3.1.2
procedures

ADI Name the means used to disseminate 1

LAW recommendations. ALL
Optional content: safety letters, safety
3.1.3
boards web pages

ADI Appreciate the Just Culture concept. 3 Benefits, prerequisites, constraints

LAW ALL
Optional content: EAM 2 GUI 6, GAIN
3.1.4
Report

Subtopic LAW 3.2 - Safety Investigation

ADI Describe role and mission of Safety 2
LAW ALL
Investigation in the improvement of
3.2.1 safety.
ADI Define working methods of Safety 1
LAW Investigation. ALL
3.2.2

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Commission Implementing Regulation (EU) No 923/2012 of 26 September 2012 laying down the common rules of the air and
operational provisions regarding services and procedures in air navigation and amending Implementing Regulation (EU)
No 1035/2011 and Regulations (EC) No 1265/2007, (EC) No 1794/2006, (EC) No 730/2006, (EC) No 1033/2006 and (EU)
No 255/2010 (OJ L 281, 13.10.2012, p. 1).
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SUBJECT 3: AIR TRAFFIC MANAGEMENT

The subject objective is:
Learners shall manage air traffic to ensure safe, orderly and expeditious services.

TOPIC ATM 1 - PROVISION OF SERVICES

Subtopic ATM 1.1 - Aerodrome control service

ADI Appreciate areas of responsibility. 3 Control zone, traffic circuit, manoeuvring
ATM ADV
area, movement area, vicinity
1.1.1 ADI
Optional content: ATZ

ADI Provide aerodrome control service. 4 Regulation (EU) No 923/2012, ICAO

ATM Annex 11, ICAO Doc 7030, ICAO Doc ADV
1.1.2 4444, operation manuals ADI

Subtopic ATM 1.2 - Flight information service (FIS)

ADI Describe the information that shall be 2 ICAO Doc 4444 ADV
ATM passed to aircraft by an aerodrome ADI
1.2.1 controller.
ADI Provide FIS. 4 ICAO Doc 4444
ATM ALL
Optional content: national documents
1.2.2
ADI Issue appropriate information. 3 ICAO Doc 4444, essential local traffic,
ATM ADV
traffic information
1.2.3 ADI

ADI Appreciate the use of ATIS for the 3 ADV

ATM provision of flight information service by ADI
1.2.4 aerodrome controller.

Subtopic ATM 1.3 - Alerting service (ALRS)

ADI Provide ALRS. 4 ICAO Doc 4444
ATM ALL
Optional content: national documents
1.3.1
ADI Respond to distress and urgency messages 3 Regulation (EU) No 923/2012, ICAO
ATM and signals. Annex 10, ICAO Doc 4444
1.3.2
Optional content: EUROCONTROL
ALL
Guidelines for Controller Training in the
Handling of Unusual/Emergency
Situations

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Subtopic ATM 1.4 - ATS system capacity and air traffic flow management
ADI Appreciate principles of ATS system 3
ATM capacity and air traffic flow management. ADV
Optional content: EUROCONTROL ATFCM
1.4.1
Users Manual, Slot management, Slot ADI
allocation procedures

ADI Organise traffic to take account of flow 4 ADV

ATM management. ADI
Optional content: departure sequence
1.4.2
ADI Inform appropriate authority. 3
ATM
Optional content: abnormal situations,
1.4.3
decrease in sector capacity, limitations
on systems and equipment, changes in ADV
workload/capacity, unusual ADI
meteorological conditions, relevant
information: reported ground-based
incidents, forest fire, smoke, oil pollution

TOPIC ATM 2 - COMMUNICATION

Subtopic ATM 2.1 - Effective communication

ADI Use approved phraseology. 3 ICAO Doc 4444
ATM
Optional content: ICAO Doc 9432 RTF
2.1.1 ALL
manual, standard words and phrases as
contained in ICAO Annex 10 Vol. 2

ADI Ensure effective communication. 4 Communication techniques,

ATM readback/verification of readback ALL
2.1.2

TOPIC ATM 3 - ATC CLEARANCES AND ATC INSTRUCTIONS

Subtopic ATM 3.1 - ATC clearances

ADI Issue appropriate ATC clearances. 3 ICAO Doc 4444
ATM ALL
Optional content: national documents
3.1.1
ADI Integrate appropriate ATC clearances in 4
ATM control service. ALL
3.1.2
ADI Ensure the agreed course of action is 4
ATM carried out. ALL
3.1.3

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Subtopic ATM 3.2 - ATC instructions

ADI Issue appropriate ATC instructions. 3 ICAO Doc 4444
ATM ALL
Optional content: national documents
3.2.1
ADI Integrate appropriate ATC instructions in 4
ATM control service. ALL
3.2.2
ADI Ensure the agreed course of action is 4
ATM carried out. ALL
3.2.3

TOPIC ATM 4 - COORDINATION

Subtopic ATM 4.1 - Necessity for coordination

ADI Identify the need for coordination. 3
ATM ALL
4.1.1

Subtopic ATM 4.2 - Tools and methods for coordination

ADI Use the available tools for coordination. 3
ATM
Optional content: electronic transfer of
4.2.1
flight data, telephone, interphone,
ALL
intercom, direct speech, radiotelephone
(RTF), local agreements, automated
system coordination

Subtopic ATM 4.3 - Coordination procedures

ADI Initiate appropriate coordination. 3 Delegation/transfer of responsibility for
ATM air-ground communications and
4.3.1 separation, transfer of control, etc. ICAO ALL
Doc 4444
Optional content: release point

ADI Analyse effect of coordination requested 4

ATM by an adjacent position/unit. Optional content: delegation/transfer of
4.3.2
responsibility for air-ground ALL
communications and separation, release
point, transfer of control, etc.

ADI Select, after negotiation, an appropriate 5

ATM course of action. ALL
4.3.3
ADI Ensure the agreed course of action is 4
ATM carried out. ALL
4.3.4
ADI Coordinate in the provision of FIS. 4 ICAO Doc 4444 ALL
ATM
4.3.5
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ADI Coordinate in the provision of ALRS. 4 ICAO Doc 4444

ATM ALL
4.3.6

TOPIC ATM 5 - ALTIMETRY AND LEVEL ALLOCATION

Subtopic ATM 5.1 - Altimetry

ADI Allocate levels according to altimetry data. 4 ICAO Doc 8168, ICAO Doc 4444
ATM ALL
5.1.1
ADI Ensure separation according to altimetry 4
ATM data. Optional content: transition level,
5.1.2
transition altitude, transition layer, ALL
height, flight level, altitude, vertical
distance to airspace boundaries

Subtopic ATM 5.2 - Terrain clearance

ADI Provide planning, coordination and control 4
ATM actions appropriate to the rules for Optional content: terrain clearance
5.2.1 minimum safe height and terrain
dimensions, minimum safe altitudes, ADI
clearance.
transition level, minimum flight level,
minimum sector altitude

TOPIC ATM 6 - SEPARATIONS

Subtopic ATM 6.1 - Separation between departing aircraft

ADI Provide separation between departing 4 ICAO Doc 4444 ADV
ATM aircraft. ADI
6.1.1

Subtopic ATM 6.2 - Separation of departing aircraft from arriving aircraft

ADI Provide separation of departing aircraft 4 ICAO Doc 4444
ATM ADI
from arriving aircraft.
6.2.1

Subtopic ATM 6.3 - Separation of landing aircraft and preceding landing or

departing aircraft
ADI Provide separation of landing aircraft and 4 ICAO Doc 4444 ADV
ATM preceding landing or departing aircraft. ADI
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Subtopic ATM 6.4 - Time-based wake turbulence longitudinal separation

ADI Provide time-based wake turbulence 4 ICAO Doc 4444 ADI
ATM longitudinal separation. ADV
6.4.1

Subtopic ATM 6.5 - Reduced separation minima

ADI Provide reduced separation minima. 4 ICAO Doc 4444 ADI
ATM ADV
6.5.1

TOPIC ATM 7 - AIRBORNE COLLISION AVOIDANCE SYSTEMS AND GROUND-BASED

SAFETY NETS
Subtopic ATM 7.1 - Airborne collision avoidance systems
ADI Differentiate between ACAS advisory 2 ICAO Doc 9863 ADV
ATM thresholds and aerodrome separation ADI
7.1.1 standards.
ADI Describe the controller responsibility 2 ICAO Doc 4444
ATM during and following an ACAS RA reported ALL
7.1.2 by pilot.
ADI Respond to pilot notification of actions 3 ACAS, TAWS
ATM based on airborne systems warnings. ALL
Optional content: EUROCONTROL ACAS
7.1.3
web page

Subtopic ATM 7.2 - Ground-based safety nets

ADI Respond to available ground-based safety 3 ADV
ATM nets warnings. ADI
Optional content: anti-incursion
7.2.1

TOPIC ATM 8 - DATA DISPLAY

Subtopic ATM 8.1 - Data management

ADI Update the data display to accurately 3
ATM reflect the traffic situation. Optional content: information displayed,
8.1.1
strip marking procedures, electronic
ALL
information data displays, actions based
on traffic display information, calculation
of EETs

ADI Analyse pertinent data on data displays. 4

ATM ALL
8.1.2
ADI Organise pertinent data on data displays. 4
ATM ALL
8.1.3
ADI Obtain flight plan information. 3 CPL, FPL, supplementary information ALL
ATM

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8.1.4 Optional content: RPL, AFIL, etc.

ADI Use flight plan information. 3

ATM ALL
8.1.5

TOPIC ATM 9 - OPERATIONAL ENVIRONMENT (SIMULATED)

Subtopic ATM 9.1 - Integrity of the operational environment

ADI Obtain information concerning the 3
ATM operational environment. ALL
Optional content: briefing, notices, local
9.1.1
orders, verification of information

ADI Ensure the integrity of the operational 4

ATM environment. ADV
Optional content: frequency, VOLMET,
9.1.2
ATIS, SIGMET, systems set-up, integrity of ADI
displays

Subtopic ATM 9.2 - Verification of the currency of operational procedures

ADI Check all relevant documentation before 3
ATM managing traffic. ALL
Optional content: briefing, LOAs, NOTAM,
9.2.1
AICs

Subtopic ATM 9.3 - Handover-takeover

ADI Transfer information to the relieving 3
ATM controller. ALL
9.3.1
ADI Obtain information from the controller 3
ATM handing over. ALL
9.3.2

TOPIC ATM 10 - PROVISION OF AN AERODROME CONTROL SERVICE

Subtopic ATM 10.1 - Responsibility for the provision

ADI Explain the responsibility for the provision 2 ICAO Doc 4444, ICAO Annex 11 ADV
ATM of an aerodrome control service. ADI
10.1.1
ADI Describe the division of responsibility 2 ICAO Doc 4444
ATM ALL
between air traffic control units.
10.1.2
ADI Describe the responsibility in regard to 2 ICAO Doc 4444
ATM military traffic. ALL
Optional content: ICAO Doc 9554
10.1.3

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ADI Describe the responsibility in regard to 2 ICAO Doc 4444 ADV

ATM unmanned free balloons. ADI
10.1.4
ADI Appreciate the influence of operational 3
ATM requirements. ALL
Optional content: military flying,
10.1.5
calibration flights, aerial photography

Subtopic ATM 10.2 - Functions of aerodrome control tower

ADI Manage the general functions of 4 ICAO Doc 4444 ADV
ATM aerodrome control. ADI
10.2.1
ADI Manage the suspension of VFR operations. 4 ICAO Doc 4444 ADV
ATM ADI
10.2.2

Subtopic ATM 10.3 - Traffic management process

ADI Ensure that situational awareness is 4 Information gathering, observation, traffic
ATM ADV
maintained. projection
10.3.1 ADI

ADI Detect conflicts in time for appropriate 4

ATM resolution. ALL
10.3.2
ADI Identify potential solutions to achieve a 3 ADV
ATM safe and effective flow of aerodrome ADI
10.3.3 traffic.
ADI Evaluate possible outcomes of different 5 ADV
ATM control actions. ADI
10.3.4
ADI Select an appropriate plan in time to 5 ADV
ATM achieve safe and effective flow of ADI
10.3.5 aerodrome traffic.
ADI Ensure an adequate priority of actions. 4
ATM ALL
10.3.6
ADI Execute plan in a timely manner. 3 ADV
ATM ADI
10.3.7
ADI Ensure a safe and efficient outcome is 4 Traffic monitoring, adaptability and follow
ATM achieved. up ALL
10.3.8

Subtopic ATM 10.4 - Aeronautical ground lights

ADI Select appropriate aeronautical ground 5 ICAO Doc 4444 ADV
ATM lights. ADI
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Subtopic ATM 10.5 - Information to aircraft by aerodrome control tower

ADI Provide information related to the 4 ICAO Doc 4444 ADV
ATM operation of aircraft. ADI
10.5.1
ADI Provide information on aerodrome 4 ICAO Doc 4444 ADV
ATM conditions. ADI
10.5.2

Subtopic ATM 10.6 - Control of aerodrome traffic

ADI Predict positions of aircraft in the 4 ICAO Doc 4444 ADV
ATM aerodrome traffic and taxi circuits. ADI
10.6.1
ADI Manage traffic on the manoeuvring area. 4 ICAO Doc 4444, aircraft, vehicles ADV
ATM ADI
Optional content: runway inspection
10.6.2
ADI Manage traffic in accordance with 4 ADV
ATM procedural changes. ADI
Optional content: taxiway closure
10.6.3
ADI Balance the workload against personal 5
ATM capacity. ADV
Optional content: re-planning, prioritising
10.6.4
solutions, denying requests, delaying ADI
traffic

Subtopic ATM 10.7 - Control of traffic in the traffic circuit

ADI Manage traffic in the traffic circuit. 4 ICAO Doc 4444, meteorological
ATM phenomena, geographical knowledge, ADV
10.7.1 environmental factors ADI

ADI Manage arriving and departing traffic. 4 ICAO Doc 4444, allocation of the order of
ATM priority, meteorological phenomena, wake ADV
10.7.2 turbulence, environmental factors ADI

ADI Integrate the serviceability of radio aids in 4

ATM ADV
the management of aerodrome traffic. Optional content: UDF, VDF, MLS, ILS,
10.7.3 ADI
NDB, VOR, DME

ADI Integrate surface conditions into the 4

ATM control of aerodrome traffic. ADV
Optional content: damp, wet, water
10.7.4
patches, flooding, snow, slush, ice, ADI
braking action

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ADI Integrate information about 4

ATM ADV
meteorological phenomena into the Optional content: clouds, precipitation,
10.7.5 control of aerodrome traffic. ADI
visibility, wind, meteorological hazards

ADI Integrate the information provided by 4 Use, advantages, disadvantages ADV

ATM situation displays. ADI
10.7.6
ADI Initiate missed approach. 3 ADV
ATM ADI
Optional content: obstructed runway
10.7.7

Subtopic ATM 10.8 - Runway in use

ADI Select the runway in use. 5 ICAO Doc 4444 ADV
ATM ADI
10.8.1
ADI Coordinate runway in use. 4
ATM ADV
Optional content: approach control, area
10.8.2
control, runway selection, change of ADI
runway

ADI Manage traffic in the event of runway-in- 4 ADV

ATM use change. ADI
10.8.3

TOPIC ATM 11 - PROVISION OF AERODROME CONTROL - INSTRUMENT

Subtopic ATM 11.1 - Low visibility operations and special VFR

ADI Manage SVFR traffic. 4 ICAO Doc 4444
ATM ADI
11.1.1
ADI Describe the Procedures for Low Visibility 2 ICAO Doc 4444
ATM ADI
Operations.
11.1.2

Subtopic ATM 11.2 - Departing traffic

ADI Manage control of departing aircraft. 4 ICAO Doc 4444, use of situation displays,
ATM wake turbulence, appropriate departure
11.2.1 ADI
clearances, SIDs

ADI Integrate departure sequence into the 4 ICAO Doc 4444

ATM ADI
control of aerodrome traffic.
11.2.2
ADI Provide appropriate information to 4 ICAO Doc 4444, use of situation displays,
ATM departing traffic. wake turbulence ADI
11.2.3

Subtopic ATM 11.3 - Arriving traffic

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ADI Manage control of arriving aircraft. 4 ICAO Doc 4444, wake turbulence
ATM ADI
11.3.1
ADI Integrate the approach sequence into the 4 ICAO Doc 4444
ATM control of aerodrome traffic. ADI
11.3.2
ADI Integrate aircraft on visual approach into 4 ICAO Doc 4444
ATM ADI
the aerodrome traffic.
11.3.3
ADI Integrate aircraft on missed approach into 4 ICAO Doc 4444, use of air traffic monitors
ATM the aerodrome traffic. ADI
11.3.4
ADI Integrate aircraft performing circling 4 ICAO Doc 8168
ATM approach into the aerodrome traffic. ADI
11.3.5
ADI Provide appropriate information to 4 ICAO Doc 4444
ATM ADI
arriving aircraft.
11.3.6

Subtopic ATM 11.4 - Aerodrome control service with advanced system support
ADI Appreciate the impact of advanced 3
ATM systems on the provision of aerodrome Optional content: surface manager
11.4.1 control service.
(SMAN), departure manager (DMAN),
automated conflicts/incursions tools,
alarms and resolution advisory tools, ADI
automated assistance for surface
movement planning and routing,
enhanced vision technology in low
visibility for controllers

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SUBJECT 4: METEOROLOGY
The subject objective is:
Learners shall acquire, decode and make proper use of meteorological information relevant to the
provision of ATS.

TOPIC MET 1 - METEOROLOGICAL PHENOMENA

Subtopic MET 1.1 - Meteorological phenomena

ADI Appreciate the impact of different cloud 3 Cumulus, cumulonimbus
MET ADV
types. Optional content: stratus, nimbostratus,
1.1.1 ADI
etc.

ADI Appreciate the impact of precipitation. 3 Precipitation and microphysics ADV

MET ADI
Optional content: rain, snow, sleet, hail
1.1.2
ADI Appreciate the impact of atmospheric 3
MET obscurity. ADV
Optional content: advection fog,
1.1.3
radiation fog, mixing, evaporation, mist, ADI
drizzle

ADI Appreciate the effect and impact of wind. 3 Gusting, veering, backing
MET ADV
Optional content: land breezes, sea
1.1.4 ADI
breezes, Fhn

ADI Appreciate the effect and danger of 3 Wind shear, turbulence, thunderstorms,
MET ADV
hazardous meteorological phenomena. icing, microbursts
1.1.5 ADI

ADI Appreciate the effect of a frontal system 3 ADV

MET on aerodrome operations. ADI
1.1.6
ADI Integrate data about meteorological 4 Clearances, instructions and transmitted
MET phenomena into provision of ATS. information
1.1.7 ALL
Optional content: relevant
meteorological phenomena

TOPIC MET 2 - SOURCES OF METEOROLOGICAL DATA

Subtopic MET 2.1 - Meteorological instruments

ADI Extract information from meteorological 3
MET instruments. ADV
Optional content: anemometer, RVR
2.1.1
indicator, cloud base indicator, ADI
ceilometer, barometer

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Subtopic MET 2.2 - Other sources of meteorological data

ADI Decode information from meteorological 3 ADV
MET data displays. ADI
2.2.1
ADI Use appropriate communication tools and 3 ADV
MET networks to obtain meteorological data. ADI
2.2.2
ADI Relay meteorological information. 3 ICAO Doc 4444
MET ALL
Optional content: flight information
2.2.3
centre, adjacent ATS unit

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SUBJECT 5: NAVIGATION
The subject objective is:
Learners shall analyse all navigational aspects in order to organise the traffic.

TOPIC NAV 1 - MAPS AND AERONAUTICAL CHARTS

Subtopic NAV 1.1 - Maps and charts

ADI Decode symbols and information 3 Instrument approach charts, SID charts,
NAV ADI
displayed on aeronautical maps and aerodrome charts, visual approach charts
1.1.1 charts. APP
Optional content: military maps and
APS
charts

ADI Use relevant maps and charts. 3 Instrument approach charts, SID charts,
NAV aerodrome charts, visual approach charts
1.1.2 ADI
Optional content: military maps and
charts

TOPIC NAV 2 - INSTRUMENT NAVIGATION

Subtopic NAV 2.1 - Navigational systems

ADI Describe the possible operational status of 2
NAV navigational systems. ADI
Optional content: NDB, VOR, DME, ILS,
2.1.1
MLS, ABAS, SBAS, GBAS, RNP

ADI Decode operational status displays of 3

NAV navigational systems. ADI
Optional content: NDB, VOR, DME, ILS,
2.1.2
MLS, D-GPS, RNAV, P-RNAV

ADI Appreciate the effect of precision, 3

NAV limitations and change of the operational ALL
Optional content: limitations, status,
2.1.3 status of navigational systems.
degraded procedures

ADI Manage traffic in case of change in the 4

NAV operational status of navigational systems. ADI
Optional content: limitations, status of
2.1.4
ground-based systems

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Subtopic NAV 2.2 - Stabilised approach

ADI Describe the concept of stabilised 2 ICAO Doc 8168 ADV
NAV approach. ADI
Optional content: SKYbrary, Regulation
2.2.1 APP
(EC) No 1899/200629
APS

ADI Appreciate the effect of late change of 3 ADV

NAV runway-in-use for landing aircraft. ADI
2.2.2

Subtopic NAV 2.3 - Instrument departures and arrivals

ADI Characterise SIDs. 2 ADI
NAV APP
2.3.1 APS

ADI Describe the phases of an instrument 2

NAV approach procedure. ADI
2.3.2
ADI Describe the relevant minima applicable 2 ADI
NAV for a precision/ non-precision and visual APP
2.3.3 approach. APS

Subtopic NAV 2.4 - Satellite-based systems

ADI State the different applications of satellite- 1
NAV based systems relevant for aerodrome Optional content: NPA, APV-baro VNAV,
2.4.1 operations. ADI
APV, LPV, precision approach, ICAO Doc
8168 Vol.2

Subtopic NAV 2.5 - PBN applications

ADI State future PBN developments. 1 A-RNP, APV ADI
NAV APP
Optional content: RNP 3D, RNP 4D
2.5.1 ACP
APS
ACS

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(EEC) No 3922/91 on the harmonisation of technical requirements and administrative procedures in the field of civil aviation
(OJ L 377, 27.12.2006, p. 1).
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SUBJECT 6: AIRCRAFT
The subject objective is:
Learners shall assess and integrate aircraft performance in the provision of ATS.

TOPIC ACFT 1 - AIRCRAFT INSTRUMENTS

Subtopic ACFT 1.1 - Aircraft instruments

ADI Integrate information from aircraft 4
ACFT instruments provided by the pilot in the ALL
1.1.1 provision of ATS.
ADI Explain the operation of aircraft radio 2 Optional content: radios (number of),
ACFT ALL
equipment. emergency radios
1.1.2
ADI Explain the operation of on-board 2 Transponders: equipment Mode A, Mode ADI
ACFT surveillance equipment. C, Mode S, ADS capability APS
1.1.3 ACS

TOPIC ACFT 2 - AIRCRAFT CATEGORIES

Subtopic ACFT 2.1 - Wake turbulence

ADI Explain the wake turbulence effect and 2
ACFT ALL
associated hazards to the succeeding
2.1.1 aircraft.
ADI Appreciate the techniques used to prevent 3
ACFT hazards associated with wake turbulence ALL
2.1.2 on succeeding aircraft.

Subtopic ACFT 2.2 - Application of ICAO approach categories

ADI Describe the use of ICAO approach 2 ICAO Doc 8168 ADI
ACFT categories. APP
2.2.1 APS

ADI Appreciate the effect of ICAO approach 3 ADI

ACFT categories on the traffic organisation. APP
2.2.2 APS

TOPIC ACFT 3 - FACTORS AFFECTING AIRCRAFT PERFORMANCE

Subtopic ACFT 3.1 - Take-off factors

ADI Integrate the influence of factors affecting 4 Optional content: runway conditions,
ACFT aircraft on take-off. runway slope, aerodrome elevation,
3.1.1 ADV
wind, temperature, aircraft
ADI
configuration, airframe contamination
and aircraft mass

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Subtopic ACFT 3.2 - Climb factors

ADI Appreciate the influence of factors 3
ACFT ADV
affecting aircraft during climb. Optional content: speed, mass, air
3.2.1 ADI
density, wind and temperature

Subtopic ACFT 3.3 - Final approach and landing factors

ADI Integrate the influence of factors affecting 4
ACFT aircraft during final approach and landing. ADV
Optional content: wind, aircraft
3.3.1
configuration, mass, runway conditions, ADI
runway slope, aerodrome elevation

Subtopic ACFT 3.4 - Economic factors

ADI Integrate consideration of economic 4
ACFT ADV
factors affecting aircraft. Optional content: starting-up, taxiing,
3.4.1 ADI
routing, departure sequence

Subtopic ACFT 3.5 - Environmental factors

ADI Appreciate the performance restrictions 3
ACFT due to environmental constraints. ADV
Optional content: noise abatement
3.5.1
procedures, minimum flight altitudes, ADI
bird hazard

TOPIC ACFT 4 - AIRCRAFT DATA

Subtopic ACFT 4.1 - Recognition of aircraft types

ADI Characterise a representative sample of 2 Recognition, ICAO type designators, wake
ACFT aircraft which will be encountered in the turbulence categories
4.1.1 operational/working environment. ADI
Optional content: ICAO approach
categories

Subtopic ACFT 4.2 - Performance data

ADI Integrate the average performance data of 4 Performance data under a representative
ACFT a representative sample of aircraft which variety of circumstances ADV
4.2.1 will be encountered in the ADI
operational/working environment into the
provision of a control service.

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SUBJECT 7: HUMAN FACTORS

The subject objective is:
Learners shall recognise the necessity to constantly extend their knowledge and analyse factors which
affect personal and team performance.

TOPIC HUM 1 - PSYCHOLOGICAL FACTORS

Subtopic HUM 1.1 - Cognitive

ADI Describe the human information 2 Attention, perception, memory,
HUM processing model. ALL
situational awareness, decision making,
1.1.1 response
ADI Describe the factors which influence 2 Confidence, stress, learning, knowledge,
HUM human information processing. ALL
experience, fatigue, alcohol/drugs,
1.1.2 distraction, interpersonal relations
ADI Monitor the effect of human information 3
HUM processing factors on decision making. Optional content: workload, stress,
1.1.3 ALL
interpersonal relations, distraction,
confidence

TOPIC HUM 2 - MEDICAL AND PHYSIOLOGICAL FACTORS

Subtopic HUM 2.1 - Fatigue

ADI State factors that cause fatigue. 1 Shift work
HUM ALL
Optional content: night shifts and rosters
2.1.1
ADI Describe the onset of fatigue. 2
HUM
Optional content: lack of concentration,
2.1.2
listlessness, irritability, frustration, ICAO ALL
Circular 241 AN/145 Human factors in
Air Traffic Control

ADI Recognise the onset of fatigue in self. 1

HUM
Optional content: ICAO Circular 241
2.1.3 ALL
AN/145 Human factors in Air Traffic
Control

ADI Recognise the onset of fatigue in others. 1

HUM ALL
2.1.4
ADI Describe appropriate action when 2
HUM recognising fatigue. ALL
2.1.5

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Subtopic HUM 2.2 - Fitness

ADI Recognise signs of lack of personal fitness. 1
HUM ALL
2.2.1
ADI Describe actions when aware of a lack of 2
HUM personal fitness. ALL
2.2.2

TOPIC HUM 3 - SOCIAL AND ORGANISATIONAL FACTORS

Subtopic HUM 3.1 - Team resource management (TRM)

ADI State the relevance of TRM. 1
HUM
Optional content: TRM course,
3.1.1 ALL
EUROCONTROL Guidelines for the
development of TRM training

ADI State the content of the TRM concept. 1

HUM
Optional content: team work, human
3.1.2 ALL
error, team roles, stress, decision making,
communication, situational awareness

Subtopic HUM 3.2 - Teamwork and team roles

ADI Identify reasons for conflict. 3
HUM ALL
3.2.1
ADI Describe actions to prevent human 2
HUM ALL
conflicts. Optional content: TRM team roles
3.2.2
ADI Describe strategies to cope with human 2
HUM conflicts. ALL
Optional content: in your team, in the
3.2.3
simulator

Subtopic HUM 3.3 - Responsible behaviour

ADI Consider the factors which influence 2
HUM responsible behaviour. Optional content: situation, team,
3.3.1
personal situation and judgement, ALL
instance of justification, moral
motivation, personality

ADI Apply responsible judgement. 3 Case study and discussion about a

HUM dilemma situation ALL
3.3.2

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TOPIC HUM 4 - STRESS

Subtopic HUM 4.1 - Stress

ADI Recognise the effects of stress on 1 Stress and its symptoms in self and in
HUM performance. others ALL
4.1.1

Subtopic HUM 4.2 - Stress management

ADI Act to reduce stress. 3 The effect of personality in coping with
HUM stress, the benefits of active stress
4.2.1 ALL
management

ADI Respond to stressful situation by offering, 3

HUM asking or accepting assistance. Optional content: the benefits of offering,
4.2.2 ALL
accepting and asking for help in stressful
situations

ADI Recognise the effect of shocking and 1 Self and others, abnormal situations, CISM
HUM stressful events. ALL
4.2.3
ADI Consider the benefits of Critical Incident 2
HUM Stress Management (CISM). ALL
4.2.4
ADI Explain procedures used following an 2
HUM incident/accident. ALL
Optional content: CISM, counselling,
4.2.5
human element

TOPIC HUM 5 - HUMAN ERROR

Subtopic HUM 5.1 - Human error

ADI Explain the relationship between error and 2 Number and combination of errors,
HUM safety. proactive versus reactive approach to
5.1.1 discovery of error
ALL
Optional content: ICAO Circular 314
AN/178 Threat and Error Management
(TEM) in Air Traffic Control

ADI Differentiate between the types of error. 2 Slips, lapses, mistakes

HUM
Optional content: Circular 314 AN/178
5.1.2 ALL
Threat and Error Management (TEM) in
Air Traffic Control

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ADI Describe error-prone conditions. 2

HUM
Optional content: increase in traffic,
5.1.3
changes in procedures, complexities of ALL
systems or traffic, weather, unusual
occurrences

ADI Collect examples of different error types, 3

HUM their causes and consequences in ATC. Optional content: ICAO Circular 314
5.1.4 ALL
AN/178 Threat and Error Management
(TEM) in Air Traffic Control

ADI Explain how to detect errors to 2 STCA, MSAW, individual and collective
HUM compensate for them. strategy
5.1.5 ALL
Optional content: ICAO Circular 314
AN/178 Threat and Error Management
(TEM) in Air Traffic Control

ADI Execute corrective actions. 3 Error compensation

HUM
Optional content: ICAO Circular 314
5.1.6 ALL
AN/178 Threat and Error Management
(TEM) in Air Traffic Control

ADI Explain the importance of error 2

HUM management. Optional content: prevention of incidents,
5.1.7 ALL
safety improvement, revision of
procedures and/or working practises

ADI Describe the impact on an ATCO following 2

HUM an occurrence/incident. ALL
Optional content: reporting, SMS,
5.1.8
investigation, CISM

Subtopic HUM 5.2 - Violation of rules

ADI Explain the causes and dangers of 2
HUM violation of rules becoming accepted as a Optional content: ICAO Circular 314
5.2.1 practice. ALL
AN/178 Threat and Error Management
(TEM) in Air Traffic Control

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TOPIC HUM 6 - COLLABORATIVE WORK

Subtopic HUM 6.1 - Communication

ADI Use communication effectively in ATC. 3
HUM ALL
6.1.1
ADI Analyse examples of pilot and controller 4
HUM communication for effectiveness. ALL
6.1.2

Subtopic HUM 6.2 - Collaborative work within the same area of responsibility
ADI List communication means between 1
HUM controllers in charge of the same area of ALL
Optional content: electronic, written,
6.2.1 responsibility (sector or tower).
verbal and non-verbal communication

ADI Explain consequences of the use of 2

HUM communication means on effectiveness. ALL
Optional content: strips legibility and
6.2.2
encoding, labels designation, feedback

ADI List possible actions to provide a safe 1

HUM position handover. ALL
Optional content: rigour, preparation,
6.2.3
overlap time

ADI Explain consequences of a missed position 2

HUM ALL
handover process.
6.2.4

Subtopic HUM 6.3 - Collaborative work between different areas of responsibility

ADI List factors and means for an effective 1
HUM coordination between sectors and/or ALL
Optional content: other sectors
6.3.1 tower positions.
constraints, electronic coordination tools

Subtopic HUM 6.4 - Controller/pilot cooperation

ADI Describe parameters affecting 2
HUM controller/pilot cooperation. Optional content: workload, mutual
6.4.1 ALL
knowledge, controller vs pilot mental
picture

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SUBJECT 8: EQUIPMENT AND SYSTEMS

The subject objective is:
Learners shall integrate knowledge and understanding of the basic working principles of equipment and
systems and comply with the equipment and system degradation procedures in the provision of ATS.

TOPIC EQPS 1 - VOICE COMMUNICATIONS

Subtopic EQPS 1.1 - Radio communications

ADI Operate two-way communication 3 Transmit/receive switches, procedures
EQPS equipment. ALL
Optional content: frequency selection,
1.1.1
standby equipment

ADI Identify indications of operational status 3

EQPS of radio equipment. Optional content: indicator lights,
1.1.2 ALL
serviceability displays, selector/frequency
displays

Subtopic EQPS 1.2 - Other voice communications

ADI Operate landline communications. 3
EQPS ALL
Optional content: telephone, interphone
1.2.1
and intercom equipment

TOPIC EQPS 2 - AUTOMATION IN ATS

Subtopic EQPS 2.1 - Aeronautical fixed telecommunication network (AFTN)

ADI Decode AFTN messages. 3
EQPS
Optional content: movement and control
2.1.1 ALL
messages, NOTAM, SNOWTAM,
BIRDTAM, etc.

Subtopic EQPS 2.2 - Automatic data interchange

ADI Use automatic data transfer equipment 3 ADV
EQPS where available. ADI
Optional content: sequencing systems,
2.2.1
automated information and APS
coordination, OLDI ACS

ADI Explain operational application of CPDLC 2 ICAO Doc 9694 ADV

EQPS for departure clearance (DCL) delivery and ADI
2.2.2 D-ATIS.

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TOPIC EQPS 3 - CONTROLLER WORKING POSITION

Subtopic EQPS 3.1 - Operation and monitoring of equipment

ADI Monitor the technical integrity of the 3 Notification procedures, responsibilities
EQPS controller working position. ALL
3.1.1
ADI Operate the equipment of the controller 3
EQPS working position. Optional content: situation displays,
3.1.2
flight progress board, flight data display,
ALL
radio, telephone, maps and charts, strip-
printer, clock, information systems,
UDF/VDF

ADI Operate available equipment in abnormal 3

EQPS ALL
and emergency situations.
3.1.3

Subtopic EQPS 3.2 - Situation displays and information systems

ADI Use situation displays. 3
EQPS ALL
3.2.1
ADI Check availability of information material. 3
EQPS ALL
3.2.2
ADI Obtain information from equipment. 3
EQPS ADV
Optional content: information from wind
3.2.3 ADI
direction indicator

ADI Take account of anti-incursion equipment. 2

EQPS ADI
3.2.4
ADI Explain the use of ASMGCS. 2
EQPS ADI
3.2.5

Subtopic EQPS 3.3 - Flight data systems

ADI Use the flight data information at 3
EQPS controller working position. ALL
3.3.1

TOPIC EQPS 4 - FUTURE EQUIPMENT

Subtopic EQPS 4.1 - New developments

ADI Recognise future developments. 1 New advanced systems
EQPS ALL
4.1.1

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TOPIC EQPS 5 - EQUIPMENT AND SYSTEMS LIMITATIONS AND DEGRADATION

Subtopic EQPS 5.1 - Reaction to limitations

ADI Take account of the limitations of 2
EQPS equipment and systems. ALL
5.1.1
ADI Respond to technical deficiencies of the 3 Notification procedures, responsibilities
EQPS operational position. ALL
5.1.2

Subtopic EQPS 5.2 - Communication equipment degradation

ADI Identify that communication equipment 3
EQPS ADV
has degraded. Optional content: ground-air, ground-
5.2.1 ADI
ground and landline communications

ADI Integrate contingency procedures in the 4

EQPS event of communication equipment Optional content: total or partial
5.2.2 degradation. ADV
degradation of ground-air, ground-
ADI
ground and landline communications;
alternative methods of transferring data

Subtopic EQPS 5.3 - Navigational equipment degradation

ADI Identify when a navigational equipment 3
EQPS ALL
failure will affect operational ability. Optional content: VOR, navigational aids
5.3.1
ADI Apply contingency procedures in the event 3 ADI
EQPS of a navigational equipment degradation. APP
Optional content: vertical separation,
5.3.2
information to aircraft, navigational ACP
assistance, seeking assistance from APS
adjacent units ACS

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SUBJECT 9: PROFESSIONAL ENVIRONMENT

The subject objective is:
Learners shall identify the need for close cooperation with other parties concerning ATM operations and
appreciate aspects of environmental protection.

TOPIC PEN 1 - FAMILIARISATION

Subtopic PEN 1.1 - Study visit to aerodrome

ADI Appreciate the functions and provision of 3 Study visit to TWR ADV
PEN an operational aerodrome control service. ADI
1.1.1

TOPIC PEN 2 - AIRSPACE USERS

Subtopic PEN 2.1 - Contributors to civil ATS operations

ADI Characterise civil ATS activities at 2 Study visit to TWR
PEN ADV
aerodrome. Optional content: familiarisation visits to
2.1.1 ADI
APP, ACC, AIS, RCC

ADI Characterise other parties interfacing with 2

PEN ATS operations. Optional content: familiarisation visits to
2.1.2 ALL
engineering services, fire and emergency
services, airline operations offices

Subtopic PEN 2.2 - Contributors to military ATS operations

ADI Characterise military ATS activities. 2
PEN
Optional content: familiarisation visits to
2.2.1 ALL
TWR, APP, ACC, AIS, RCC, Air Defence
Units

TOPIC PEN 3 - CUSTOMER RELATIONS

Subtopic PEN 3.1 - Provision of services and user requirements

ADI Identify the role of ATC as a service 3
PEN ALL
provider.
3.1.1
ADI Appreciate ATS users requirements. 3
PEN ALL
3.1.2

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TOPIC PEN 4 - ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION

Subtopic PEN 4.1 - Environmental protection

ADI Describe the environmental constraints on 2 ADV
PEN aerodrome operations. ADI
Optional content: ICAO Circular 303 -
4.1.1
Operational opportunities to minimise APP
fuel use and reduce emissions APS

ADI Explain the use of Collaborative 2 ADV

PEN Environmental Management (CEM) ADI
4.1.2 process at airports. APP
APS

ADI Appreciate the mitigation techniques used 3

PEN ADV
at aerodromes to minimise aviations Optional content: noise abatement
4.1.3 impact on the environment. ADI
procedures, flight efficiency

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SUBJECT 10: ABNORMAL AND EMERGENCY SITUATIONS

The subject objective is:
Learners shall develop professional attitudes to manage traffic in abnormal and emergency situations.

TOPIC ABES 1 - ABNORMAL AND EMERGENCY SITUATIONS (ABES)

Subtopic ABES 1.1 - Overview of ABES

ADI List common abnormal and emergency 1
ABES situations. Optional content: EATM Guidelines for
1.1.1
Controller Training in the Handling of
Unusual/Emergency Situations, ALL
ambulance flights, ground based safety
nets alerts, airframe failure, unreliable
instruments, runway incursion

ADI Identify potential or actual abnormal and 3

ABES emergency situations. ALL
1.1.2
ADI Take into account the procedures for 2 Bird strike, aborted take-off ADV
ABES given abnormal and emergency situations. ADI
Optional content: ICAO Doc 4444
1.1.3
ADI Take into account that procedures do not 2
ABES ALL
exist for all abnormal and emergency Optional content: real life examples
1.1.4 situations.
ADI Consider how the evolution of a situation 2
ABES may have an impact on safety. ALL
Optional content: separation,
1.1.5
information, coordination

TOPIC ABES 2 - SKILLS IMPROVEMENT

Subtopic ABES 2.1 - Communication effectiveness

ADI Ensure effective communication in all 4 Phraseology, vocabulary, readback, silence
ABES circumstances including the case where instruction ALL
2.1.1 standard phraseology is not applicable.

ADI Apply change of radiotelephony call sign. 3 ICAO Doc 4444

ABES ALL
2.1.2

Subtopic ABES 2.2 - Avoidance of mental overload

ADI Describe actions to keep control of the 2 Optional content: sector splitting,
ABES situation. holding, flow management, task ALL
2.2.1 delegation

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ADI Organise priority of actions. 4

ABES ALL
2.2.2
ADI Ensure effective circulation of information. 4
ABES
Optional content: between executive and
2.2.3
planner/coordinator, with the supervisor, ALL
between sectors, between ACC, APP and
TWR , with ground staff, etc.

ADI Consider asking for help. 2

ABES ALL
2.2.4

Subtopic ABES 2.3 - Air / ground cooperation

ADI Collect appropriate information relevant 3
ABES to the situation. ALL
2.3.1
ADI Assist the pilot. 3 Pilot workload
ABES ALL
Optional content: instructions,
2.3.2
information, support, human factors, etc.

TOPIC ABES 3 - PROCEDURES FOR ABNORMAL AND EMERGENCY SITUATIONS

Subtopic ABES 3.1 - Application of procedures for ABES

ADI Apply the procedures for given abnormal 3
ABES and emergency situations. Optional content: EATM Guidelines for
3.1.1
Controller Training in the Handling of
ALL
Unusual/Emergency Situations,
ambulance flights, ground based safety
nets alerts, airframe failure

Subtopic ABES 3.2 - Radio failure

ADI Describe the procedures followed by a 2 ICAO Doc 7030
ABES pilot when he/she experiences complete ALL
Optional content: military procedures
3.2.1 or partial radio failure.
ADI Apply the procedures to be followed when 3
ABES a pilot experiences complete or partial ALL
Optional content: prolonged loss of
3.2.2 radio failure.
communication

Subtopic ABES 3.3 - Unlawful interference and aircraft bomb threat

ADI Apply ATC procedures associated with 3 ICAO Doc 4444
ABES unlawful interference and aircraft bomb ALL
3.3.1 threat.

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Subtopic ABES 3.4 - Strayed or unidentified aircraft

ADI Apply the procedures in the case of 3 ICAO Doc 4444
ABES strayed aircraft. ALL
Optional content: inside controlled
3.4.1
airspace, outside controlled airspace

ADI Apply the procedures in the case of 3 ICAO Doc 4444

ABES unidentified aircraft. ALL
3.4.2
ADI Provide navigational assistance to aircraft. 4
ABES
Optional content: diverted aircraft,
3.4.3
aircraft lost or unsure of position,
information derived locally or from radar
ADV
service or from other pilots, nearest most
ADI
suitable aerodrome, track, heading,
distance, aerodrome information, any
other relevant navigational assistance,
ICAO Doc 4444, etc.

Subtopic ABES 3.5 - Runway incursion

ADI Apply ATC procedures associated with 3 ICAO Doc 4444 ADV
ABES runway incursion. ADI
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SUBJECT 11: AERODROMES

The subject objective is:
Learners shall recognise and understand the design and layout of aerodromes.

TOPIC AGA 1 - AERODROME DATA, LAYOUT AND COORDINATION

Subtopic AGA 1.1 - Definitions

ADI Define aerodrome data. 1 Regulation (EU) No 139/201430 - EASA ED
AGA Decision 2014/013/R31 CS-ADR-DSN -
1.1.1 Initial issue, EASA ED Decision ADV
2014/012/R32 ADR AMC/GM Initial ADI
issue APP
Optional content: aerodrome elevation, APS
reference point, apron, movement area,
manoeuvring area, hot spot

Subtopic AGA 1.2 - Coordination

ADI Identify the information that has to be 3 Airport conditions, fire/rescue category,
AGA passed between Air Traffic Services (ATS) condition of ground equipment and APP
1.2.1 and the airport authority. NAVAIDs, AIRAC, Regulation (EU) APS
No 139/2014 - EASA ED Decision ADV
2014/013/R CS-ADR-DSN - Initial issue, ADI
EASA ED Decision 2014/012/R ADR
AMC/GM Initial Issue

TOPIC AGA 2 - MOVEMENT AREA

Subtopic AGA 2.1 - Movement area

ADI Describe movement area. 2 Regulation (EU) No 139/2014 - EASA ED ADV
AGA Decision 2014/013/R CS-ADR-DSN - Initial
2.1.1 ADI
issue, EASA ED Decision 2014/012/R ADR
APP
AMC/GM Initial Issue
APS

ADI Describe the marking of obstacles and 2 Flags, signs on pavement, lights ADV
AGA unusable or unserviceable areas. ADI
2.1.2 APP
APS

ADI Identify the information on conditions of 3 Essential information on aerodrome ADV

AGA the movement area that have to be conditions ADI

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to aerodromes pursuant to Regulation (EC) No 216/2008 of the European Parliament and of the Council (OJ L 44, 14.2.2014, p. 1).
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Decision 2014/013/R of the Executive Director of the Agency of 27 February 2014 adopting Certification Specifications and
Guidance Material for Aerodromes Design CS-ADR-DSN - Initial issue
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Decision 2014/012/R of the Executive Director of the Agency of 27 February 2014 adopting Acceptable Means of Compliance and
Guidance Material to Regulation (EU) No 139/2014 AMC/GM for Aerodromes Initial Issue
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2.1.3 passed to aircraft. APP

APS

Subtopic AGA 2.2 - Manoeuvring area

ADI Describe manoeuvring area. 2 Regulation (EU) No 139/2014 - EASA ED ADV
AGA Decision 2014/013/R CS-ADR-DSN - Initial
2.2.1 ADI
issue, EASA ED Decision 2014/012/R ADR
APP
AMC/GM Initial issue
APS

ADI Describe taxiway. 2 ADV

AGA ADI
2.2.2 APP
APS

ADI Describe the daylight marking on taxiways. 2 ADV

AGA ADI
2.2.3 APP
APS

ADI Describe taxiway lighting. 2 ADV

AGA ADI
2.2.4 APP
APS

Subtopic AGA 2.3 - Runways

ADI Describe runway. 2 Runway, runway surface, runway strip, ADV
AGA shoulder, runway end safety areas, ADI
2.3.1 clearways, stopways APP
APS

ADI Describe instrument runway. 2 Regulation (EU) No 139/2014 - EASA ED ADI

AGA Decision 2014/013/RCS-ADR-DSN - Initial APP
2.3.2 issue, EASA ED Decision 2014/012/R ADR APS
AMC/GM Initial issue
ADI Describe non-instrument runway. 2 Regulation (EU) No 139/2014 - EASA ED ADV
AGA Decision 2014/013/R CS-ADR-DSN - Initial ADI
2.3.3 issue, EASA ED Decision 2014/012/R ADR APP
AMC/GM Initial issue APS

ADI Explain declared distances. 2 TORA, TODA, ASDA, LDA ADV

AGA ADI
2.3.4 APP
APS

ADI Explain the differences between ACN and 2 Strength of pavements ADV
AGA PCN.
2.3.5 ADI

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APP
APS

ADI Describe the daylight markings on 2

AGA ADV
runways. Optional content: runway designator,
2.3.6 ADI
centre line, threshold, aiming point, fixed
APP
distance, touchdown zone, side strip,
APS
colour

ADI Describe runway lights. 2 ADV

AGA ADI
Optional content: colour, centre line,
2.3.7
intensity, edge, touchdown zone, APP
threshold, barettes APS

ADI Explain the functions of visual landing aids. 2 ADV

AGA ADI
Optional content: AVASI, VASI, PAPI
2.3.8 APP
APS

ADI Describe the approach lighting systems. 2 Centre line, cross bars, stroboscopic lights, ADV
AGA colours, intensity and brightness ADI
2.3.9 APP
APS

ADI Characterise the effect of water/ice on 2 ADV

AGA runways. ADI
2.3.10 APP
APS

ADI Explain braking action. 2 Braking action coefficient ADV

AGA ADI
2.3.11 APP
APS

ADI Explain the effect of runway visual range 2 ADV

AGA on aerodrome operation. ADI
2.3.12 APP
APS

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TOPIC AGA 3 - OBSTACLES

Subtopic AGA 3.1 - Obstacle-free airspace around aerodromes

ADI Explain the necessity for establishing and 2 ADV
AGA maintaining an obstacle-free airspace ADI
3.1.1 around aerodromes. APP
APS

TOPIC AGA 4 - MISCELLANEOUS EQUIPMENT

Subtopic AGA 4.1 - Location
ADI Explain the location of different 2
AGA ADV
aerodrome ground equipment. Optional content: LLZ, GP, VDF, radio
4.1.1 ADI
communication or ATS surveillance
APP
systems sensors, stopbars, AVASI, VASI,
APS
PAPI

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APPROACH CONTROL PROCEDURAL RATING (APP) TRAINING - SUBJECT OBJECTIVES AND TRAINING
OBJECTIVES
TABLE OF CONTENTS

AMC1 ATCO.D.010(a)(2)(iii) main paragraph

SUBJECT 1: INTRODUCTION TO THE COURSE

SUBJECT 2: AVIATION LAW

SUBJECT 3: AIR TRAFFIC MANAGEMENT

SUBJECT 4: METEOROLOGY

SUBJECT 5: NAVIGATION

SUBJECT 6: AIRCRAFT

SUBJECT 7: HUMAN FACTORS

SUBJECT 8: EQUIPMENT AND SYSTEMS

SUBJECT 9: PROFESSIONAL ENVIRONMENT

SUBJECT 10: ABNORMAL AND EMERGENCY SITUATIONS

SUBJECT 11: AERODROMES

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APPROACH CONTROL PROCEDURAL RATING (APP) TRAINING SUBJECT OBJECTIVES AND TRAINING
OBJECTIVES
(a) The general principles that apply to this AMC are contained in AMC1 ATCO.D.010(a).

(b) ATCO rating training Approach Control Procedural Rating (APP) should contain the following
subject objectives and training objectives that are associated with the subjects, topics and
subtopics contained in Appendix 5 to Annex I to Commission Regulation (EU) 2015/340
Approach Control Procedural Rating (APP).

(c) Subjects, topics and subtopics from Appendix 5 to Annex I to Commission Regulation (EU)
2015/340 are repeated in this AMC for the convenience of the reader and do not form part of it.

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SUBJECT 1: INTRODUCTION TO THE COURSE

The subject objective is:
Learners shall know and understand the training programme that they will follow and learn how to
obtain the appropriate information.

TOPIC INTR 1 - COURSE MANAGEMENT

Subtopic INTR 1.1 - Course introduction

APP Explain the aims and main objectives of 2
INTR the course. ALL
1.1.1

Subtopic INTR 1.2 - Course administration

APP State course administration. 1
INTR ALL
1.2.1

Subtopic INTR 1.3 - Study material and training documentation

APP Use appropriate documentation and their 3
INTR sources for course studies. Optional content: training
1.3.1 ALL
documentation, library, CBT library, web,
learning management server

APP Integrate appropriate information into 4 Training documentation

INTR course studies. ALL
Optional content: supplementary
1.3.2
information, library

TOPIC INTR 2 - INTRODUCTION TO THE ATC TRAINING COURSE

Subtopic INTR 2.1 - Course content and organisation

APP State the different training methods 1 Theoretical training, practical training,
INTR applied in the course. self-study, types of training events ALL
2.1.1

APP State the subjects of the course and their 1

INTR purpose. ALL
2.1.2
APP Describe the organisation of theoretical 2
INTR training. ALL
Optional content: course programme
2.1.3
APP Describe the organisation of practical 2
INTR training. ALL
Optional content: PTP, simulation,
2.1.4
briefing, debriefing, course programme

Subtopic INTR 2.2 - Training ethos

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APP Recognise the feedback mechanisms 1 Training progress, assessment, briefing,

INTR available. debriefing, learner/instructor feedback,
2.2.1 ALL
instructor/instructor feedback

Subtopic INTR 2.3 - Assessment process

APP Describe the assessment process. 2
INTR ALL
2.3.1

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SUBJECT 2: AVIATION LAW

The subject objective is:
Learners shall know, understand and apply the Rules of the Air and the Regulations regarding reporting,
airspace and appreciate the Licensing and Competence principles.

TOPIC LAW 1 - ATCO LICENSING/CERTIFICATE OF COMPETENCE

Subtopic LAW 1.1 - Privileges and conditions

APP Appreciate the conditions which shall be 3 Regulation (EU) 2015/34033 on ATCO
LAW met to issue an Approach Control Licensing APP
1.1.1 Procedural rating Optional content: National documents

APP Explain how to maintain and update 2

LAW professional knowledge and skills to retain ALL
1.1.2 competence in the operational
environment.
APP Explain the conditions for 2 Regulation (EU) 2015/340 on ATCO ALL
LAW suspension/revocation of ATCO licence. Licensing
1.1.3

TOPIC LAW 2 - RULES AND REGULATIONS

Subtopic LAW 2.1 - Reports

APP List the standard forms for reports. 1 Air traffic incident report
LAW
Optional content: routine air reports,
2.1.1 ALL
breach of regulations, watch/log book,
records

APP Describe the functions of, and processes 2 Reporting culture, air traffic incident
LAW for, reporting. report
2.1.2 ALL
Optional content: breach of regulations,
watch/log book, records, voluntary
reporting, ESARR 2

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Commission Regulation (EU) 2015/340 of 20 February 2015 laying down technical requirements and administrative procedures
relating to air traffic controllers' licences and certificates pursuant to Regulation (EC) No 216/2008 of the European Parliament
and of the Council, amending Commission Implementing Regulation (EU) No 923/2012 and repealing Commission Regulation (EU)
No 805/2011 (OJ L 63, 6.3.2015, p. 1).
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APP Use forms for reporting. 3 Regulation (EU) No 376/201434, air traffic
LAW incident reporting form(s)
2.1.3 ALL
Optional content: routine air reports,
breach of regulations, watch/log book,
records

Subtopic LAW 2.2 - Airspace

APP Appreciate classes and structure of 3
LAW airspace and their relevance to Approach APP
2.2.1 Control Procedural rating operations.
APP Provide planning, coordination and control 4
LAW actions appropriate to the airspace Optional content: Regulation (EU)
2.2.2 classification and structure.
No 923/201235, ICAO Annex 2, ICAO
Annex 11, international requirements, ALL
civil requirements, military requirements,
areas of responsibility, sectorization,
national requirements

APP Appreciate responsibility for terrain 3 ALL

LAW clearance.
2.2.3

TOPIC LAW 3 - ATC SAFETY MANAGEMENT

Subtopic LAW 3.1 - Feedback process

APP State the importance of controller 1 ALL
LAW contribution to the feedback process. Optional content: voluntary reporting
3.1.1
APP Describe how reported occurrences are 2
LAW analysed. ALL
Optional content: ESARR 2, local
3.1.2
procedures

APP Name the means used to disseminate 1

LAW recommendations. ALL
Optional content: safety letters, safety
3.1.3
boards web pages

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Regulation (EU) No 376/2014 of the European Parliament and of the Council of 3 April 2014 on the reporting, analysis and follow-
up of occurrences in civil aviation, amending Regulation (EU) No 996/2010 of the European Parliament and of the Council and
repealing Directive 2003/42/EC of the European Parliament and of the Council and Commission Regulations (EC) No 1321/2007
and (EC) No 1330/2007 (OJ L 122, 24.4.2014, p. 18).
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Commission Implementing Regulation (EU) No 923/2012 of 26 September 2012 laying down the common rules of the air and
operational provisions regarding services and procedures in air navigation and amending Implementing Regulation (EU)
No 1035/2011 and Regulations (EC) No 1265/2007, (EC) No 1794/2006, (EC) No 730/2006, (EC) No 1033/2006 and (EU)
No 255/2010 (OJ L 281, 13.10.2012, p. 1).

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APP Appreciate the Just Culture concept. 3 Benefits, prerequisites, constraints

LAW ALL
Optional content: EAM 2 GUI 6, GAIN
3.1.4
Report

Subtopic LAW 3.2 - Safety Investigation

APP Describe role and mission of Safety 2
LAW ALL
Investigation in the improvement of
3.2.1 safety.
APP Define working methods of Safety 1
LAW Investigation. ALL
3.2.2

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SUBJECT 3: AIR TRAFFIC MANAGEMENT

The subject objective is:
Learners shall manage air traffic to ensure safe, orderly and expeditious services.

TOPIC ATM 1 - PROVISION OF SERVICES

Subtopic ATM 1.1 - Air traffic control (ATC) service

APP Appreciate own area of responsibility. 3 APP
ATM ACP
1.1.1 APS
ACS

APP Provide approach control service. 4 Regulation (EU) No 923/2012, ICAO Annex
ATM 11, ICAO Doc 7030, ICAO Doc 4444, APP
1.1.2 operation manuals APS

Subtopic ATM 1.2 - Flight information service (FIS)

APP Provide FIS. 4 ICAO Doc 4444
ATM ALL
Optional content: national documents
1.2.1
APP Issue appropriate information concerning 3 ICAO Doc 4444, traffic information, APP
ATM the location of conflicting traffic. essential traffic information ACP
1.2.2 APS
ACS

APP Appreciate the use of ATIS for the 3 APP

ATM provision of flight information service by APS
1.2.3 approach controller.

Subtopic ATM 1.3 - Alerting service (ALRS)

APP Provide ALRS. 4 ICAO Doc 4444
ATM ALL
Optional content: national documents
1.3.1
APP Respond to distress and urgency messages 3 Regulation (EU) No 923/2012, ICAO Annex
ATM and signals. 10, ICAO Doc 4444
1.3.2
Optional content: EUROCONTROL
ALL
Guidelines for Controller Training in the
Handling of Unusual/Emergency
Situations

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Subtopic ATM 1.4 - ATS system capacity and air traffic flow management
APP Appreciate principles of ATS system 3 APP
ATM capacity and air traffic flow management. ACP
Optional content: EUROCONTROL ATFCM
1.4.1 APS
Users Manual, FABs, FUA, free flight, etc.
ACS

APP Apply flow management procedures in the 3 APP

ATM provision of ATC. ACP
Optional content: EUROCONTROL ATFCM
1.4.2 APS
Users Manual
ACS

APP Organise traffic flows and patterns to take 4

ATM account of airspace boundaries. Optional content: civil and military,
1.4.3 APP
controlled, uncontrolled, advisory,
ACP
restricted, danger, prohibited, special
APS
rules, sector boundaries, national
ACS
boundaries, FIR boundaries, delegated
airspace, transfer of control, transfer of
communications, en-route, off-route
APP Organise traffic flows and patterns to take 4 APP
ATM account of areas of responsibility. ACP
Optional content: EUROCONTROL ATFCM
1.4.4 APS
Users Manual
ACS

APP Inform supervisor of situation. 3

ATM
Optional content: abnormal situations,
1.4.5 APP
decrease in sector capacity, limitations
ACP
on systems and equipment, changes in
APS
workload/capacity, unusual
ACS
meteorological conditions, relevant
information like: reported ground-based
incidents, forest fire, smoke, oil pollution
Subtopic ATM 1.5 - Airspace management (ASM)
APP Appreciate the principles and means of 3 Regulation (EC) No 551/200436, Regulation
ATM ASM. (EC) 2150/200537, Regulation (EC) APP
1.5.1 No 730/200638 ACP
Optional content: FABs, EUROCONTROL APS
Specification for the application of FUA, ACS
TSAs, CDRs, CBAs

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Regulation (EC) No 551/2004 of the European Parliament and of the Council of 10 March 2004 on the organisation and use of the
airspace in the single European sky (the airspace Regulation) - Commission statement (OJ L 96, 31.3.2004, p. 20).
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Commission Regulation (EC) No 2150/2005 of 23 December 2005 laying down common rules for the flexible use of airspace (OJ L
342, 24.12.2005, p. 20).
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Commission Regulation (EC) No 730/2006 of 11 May 2006 on airspace classification and access of flights operated under visual
flight rules above flight level 195 (OJ L 128, 16.5.2006, p. 3).
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APP Organise traffic to take account of ASM. 4

ATM APP
Optional content: CDR, TSA, TRA, CBA,
1.5.2
real-time activation, deactivation or ACP
reallocation of airspace

TOPIC ATM 2 - COMMUNICATION

Subtopic ATM 2.1 - Effective communication

APP Use approved phraseology. 3 ICAO Doc 4444
ATM
Optional content: ICAO Doc 9432 RTF
2.1.1 ALL
manual, standard words and phrases as
contained in ICAO Annex 10 Vol. 2

APP Ensure effective communication. 4 Communication techniques, ALL

ATM readback/verification of readback
2.1.2

TOPIC ATM 3 - ATC CLEARANCES AND ATC INSTRUCTIONS

Subtopic ATM 3.1 - ATC clearances

APP Issue appropriate ATC clearances. 3 ICAO Doc 4444
ATM ALL
Optional content: national documents
3.1.1
APP Integrate appropriate ATC clearances in 4
ATM control service. ALL
3.1.2
APP Ensure the agreed course of action is 4
ATM carried out. ALL
3.1.3

Subtopic ATM 3.2 - ATC instructions

APP Issue appropriate ATC instructions. 3 ICAO Doc 4444
ATM ALL
Optional content: national documents
3.2.1
APP Integrate appropriate ATC instructions in 4
ATM control service. ALL
3.2.2
APP Ensure the agreed course of action is 4
ATM ALL
carried out.
3.2.3

TOPIC ATM 4 - COORDINATION

Subtopic ATM 4.1 - Necessity for coordination

APP Identify the need for coordination. 3 ALL
ATM
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Subtopic ATM 4.2 - Tools and methods for coordination

APP Use the available tools for coordination. 3
ATM
Optional content: electronic transfer of
4.2.1
flight data, telephone, interphone,
ALL
intercom, direct speech, radiotelephone
(RTF), local agreements, automated
system coordination

Subtopic ATM 4.3 - Coordination procedures

APP Initiate appropriate coordination. 3 Delegation/transfer of responsibility for
ATM air-ground communications and
4.3.1 separation, transfer of control, etc. ICAO ALL
Doc 4444
Optional content: release point

APP Analyse effect of coordination requested 4

ATM by an adjacent position/unit. Optional content: delegation/transfer of
4.3.2
responsibility for air-ground ALL
communications and separation, release
point, transfer of control, etc.

APP Select, after negotiation, an appropriate 5

ATM course of action. ALL
4.3.3
APP Ensure the agreed course of action is 4
ATM carried out. ALL
4.3.4
APP Coordinate in the provision of FIS. 4 ICAO Doc 4444
ATM ALL
4.3.5
APP Coordinate in the provision of ALRS. 4 ICAO Doc 4444
ATM ALL
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TOPIC ATM 5 - ALTIMETRY AND LEVEL ALLOCATION

Subtopic ATM 5.1 - Altimetry

APP Allocate levels according to altimetry data. 4 ICAO Doc 8168, ICAO Doc 4444
ATM ALL
5.1.1
APP Ensure separation according to altimetry 4
ATM data. Optional content: transition level,
5.1.2
transition altitude, transition layer, ALL
height, flight level, altitude, vertical
distance to airspace boundaries

Subtopic ATM 5.2 - Terrain clearance

APP Provide planning, coordination and control 4
ATM actions appropriate to the rules for Optional content: terrain clearance
5.2.1 minimum safe levels and terrain APP
dimensions, minimum safe altitudes,
clearance. ACP
transition level, minimum flight level,
minimum sector altitude

TOPIC ATM 6 - SEPARATIONS

Subtopic ATM 6.1 - Vertical separation

APP Provide standard vertical separation. 4 ICAO Doc 4444, ICAO Doc 7030, level
ATM allocation, during climb/descent, rate of APP
6.1.1 climb/descent, holding pattern APS

APP Provide increased vertical separation. 4 ICAO Doc 4444, ICAO Doc 7030 APP
ATM ACP
Optional content: level allocation, during
6.1.2 APS
climb/descent, rate of climb/descent
ACS

APP Appreciate the application of vertical 3 ICAO Doc 4444, ICAO Doc 7030 APP
ATM emergency separation. ACP
6.1.3 APS
ACS

Subtopic ATM 6.2 - Horizontal separation

APP Provide longitudinal separation. 4 Based on time, based on distance (DME
ATM and/or GNSS, RNAV) APP
6.2.1

APP Provide lateral separation. 4 ICAO Doc 4444, ICAO Doc 7030, holding APP
ATM ACP
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APP Provide track separation. 4 ACP

ATM APP
6.2.3
APP Provide geographical separation. 4 Visual, using navigation aids, area
ATM ACP
navigation
6.2.4 APP

Subtopic ATM 6.3 - Delegation of separation

APP Delegate separation to pilots in the case of 4 APP
ATM aircraft executing successive visual APS
6.3.1 approaches.
APP Appreciate the conditions which must be 3 ICAO Doc 4444 APP
ATM met when delegating separation to pilots
6.3.2 to fly maintaining own separation while in APS
VMC.

TOPIC ATM 7 - AIRBORNE COLLISION AVOIDANCE SYSTEMS AND GROUND-BASED

SAFETY NETS
Subtopic ATM 7.1 - Airborne collision avoidance systems
APP Differentiate between ACAS advisory 2 ICAO Doc 9863
ATM APP
thresholds and separation standards Optional content: EUROCONTROL TCAS
7.1.1 applicable in the approach control APS
web page
environment.
APP Describe the controller responsibility 2 ICAO Doc 4444
ATM during and following an ACAS RA reported ALL
7.1.2 by pilot.
APP Respond to pilot notification of actions 3 ACAS, TAWS
ATM based on airborne systems warnings. ALL
Optional content: EUROCONTROL ACAS
7.1.3
web page

TOPIC ATM 8 - DATA DISPLAY

Subtopic ATM 8.1 - Data management

APP Update the data display to accurately 3
ATM reflect the traffic situation. Optional content: information displayed,
8.1.1
strip marking procedures, electronic ALL
information data displays, actions based
on traffic display information, calculation
of EETs
APP Analyse pertinent data on data displays. 4
ATM ALL
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APP Organise pertinent data on data displays. 4

ATM ALL
8.1.3
APP Obtain flight plan information. 3 CPL, FPL, supplementary information
ATM ALL
Optional content: RPL, AFIL, etc.
8.1.4
APP Use flight plan information. 3
ATM ALL
8.1.5

TOPIC ATM 9 - OPERATIONAL ENVIRONMENT (SIMULATED)

Subtopic ATM 9.1 - Integrity of the operational environment

APP Obtain information concerning the 3
ATM operational environment. ALL
Optional content: briefing, notices, local
9.1.1
orders, verification of information

APP Ensure the integrity of the operational 4 APP

ATM environment. ACP
Optional content: integrity of displays,
9.1.2
verification of the information provided APS
by displays, etc. ACS

Subtopic ATM 9.2 - Verification of the currency of operational procedures

APP Check all relevant documentation before 3
ATM managing traffic. ALL
Optional content: briefing, LOAs, NOTAM,
9.2.1
AICs

APP Manage traffic in accordance with 4 APP

ATM procedural changes. ACP
9.2.2 APS
ACS

Subtopic ATM 9.3 - Handover-takeover

APP Transfer information to the relieving 3
ATM controller. ALL
9.3.1
APP Obtain information from the controller 3
ATM ALL
handing over.
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TOPIC ATM 10 - PROVISION OF CONTROL SERVICE

Subtopic ATM 10.1 - Responsibility and processing of information

APP Describe the division of responsibility 2 ICAO Doc 4444
ATM between air traffic control units. ALL
10.1.1
APP Describe the responsibility in regard to 2 ICAO Doc 4444
ATM military traffic. ALL
Optional content: ICAO Doc 9554
10.1.2
APP Describe the responsibility in regard to 2 ICAO Doc 4444 APP
ATM unmanned free balloons. ACP
10.1.3 APS
ACS

APP Obtain operational information. 3 ICAO Doc 4444, local operation manuals APP
ATM ACP
10.1.4 APS
ACS

APP Interpret operational information. 5 APP

ATM ACP
10.1.5 APS
ACS

APP Organise forwarding of operational 4 APP

ATM information. ACP
Optional content: including the use of
10.1.6 APS
backup procedures
ACS

APP Integrate operational information into 4 APP

ATM control decisions. ACP
10.1.7 APS
ACS

APP Appreciate the influence of operational 3

ATM requirements. ALL
Optional content: military flying,
10.1.8
calibration flights, aerial photography
Subtopic ATM 10.2 - Approach control
APP Explain the responsibility for the provision 2 ICAO Doc 4444, ICAO Annex 11, local
ATM of an approach procedural control service. operation manuals APP
10.2.1

APP Provide planning, coordination and control 4 Regulation (EU) No 923/2012, ICAO Annex APP
ATM actions appropriate to the VFR, SVFR and 11, ICAO Doc 4444 APS
10.2.2 IFR in VMC and IMC.

Subtopic ATM 10.3 - Traffic management process

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APP Ensure that situational awareness is 4 Information gathering, traffic projection APP
ATM maintained. ACP
10.3.1
APP Detect conflicts in time for appropriate 4
ATM resolution. ALL
10.3.2
APP Identify potential solutions to achieve a 3 APP
ATM safe and effective traffic flow. ACP
10.3.3 APS
ACS

APP Evaluate possible outcomes of different 5 APP

ATM planning and control actions. ACP
10.3.4 APS
ACS

APP Select an appropriate plan in time to 5 APP

ATM achieve safe and effective traffic flow. ACP
10.3.5 APS
ACS

APP Ensure an adequate priority of actions. 4

ATM ALL
10.3.6
APP Execute selected plan in a timely manner. 3 APP
ATM ACP
10.3.7 APS
ACS

APP Ensure a safe and efficient outcome is 4 Traffic monitoring, adaptability and follow
ATM achieved. up ALL
10.3.8

Subtopic ATM 10.4 - Handling traffic

APP Manage arrivals, departures and 4 APP
ATM overflights. ACP
10.4.1 APS
ACS

APP Balance the workload against personal 5 APP

ATM capacity. ACP
Optional content: re-routing, re-planning,
10.4.2
prioritising solutions, denying requests, APS
delegating responsibility for separation ACS

APP Manage traffic on different types of 4 Precision, non-precision, visual APP

ATM approaches. APS
10.4.3
APP Initiate missed approach. 3 ICAO Doc 4444 APP
ATM
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10.4.4 APS

APP Integrate aircraft on missed approach into 4 APP

ATM the traffic situation. APS
10.4.5

TOPIC ATM 11 - HOLDING

Subtopic ATM 11.1 - General holding procedures

APP Apply holding procedures. 3 ICAO Doc 4444, holding instructions, APP
ATM allocation of holding levels, onward ACP
11.1.1 clearance times APS
ACS

APP Appreciate the factors affecting holding 3 Effect of speed, effect of level used, effect APP
ATM patterns. of navigation aid in use, turbulence, ACP
11.1.2 aircraft type APS
ACS

Subtopic ATM 11.2 - Approaching aircraft

APP Calculate Expected Approach Times (EATs) 3 APP
ATM and Expected Onward Clearance times. APS
11.2.1
APP Organise the traffic landing sequence in a 4
ATM holding pattern. Optional content: company preference,
11.2.2 APP
aircraft performance, aircraft approach
APS
capability, ILS categories, flow control
management

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SUBJECT 4: METEOROLOGY
The subject objective is:
Learners shall acquire, decode and make proper use of meteorological information relevant to the
provision of ATS.

TOPIC MET 1 - METEOROLOGICAL PHENOMENA

Subtopic MET 1.1 - Meteorological phenomena

APP Appreciate the impact of adverse weather. 3 Thunderstorms, icing, clear air turbulence
MET (CAT), turbulence, microburst, wind shear,
1.1.1 APP
severe mountain waves, line squalls,
APS
volcanic ash

APP Integrate data about meteorological 4 Clearances, instructions and transmitted

MET phenomena into provision of ATS. information
1.1.2 ALL
Optional content: relevant
meteorological phenomena

APP Use techniques to avoid adverse weather 3 Re-routing, level change, etc. APP
MET when necessary/possible. ACP
1.1.3 APS
ACS

TOPIC MET 2 - SOURCES OF METEOROLOGICAL DATA

Subtopic MET 2.1 - Sources of meteorological information

APP Obtain meteorological information 3 METAR, TAF, SIGMET, AIRMET APP
MET ACP
Optional content: AIREP/AIREP Special
2.1.1 APS
ACS

APP Relay meteorological information. 3 ICAO Doc 4444

MET ALL
Optional content: flight information
2.1.2
centre, adjacent ATS unit

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SUBJECT 5: NAVIGATION
The subject objective is:
Learners shall analyse all navigational aspects in order to organise the traffic.

TOPIC NAV 1 - MAPS AND AERONAUTICAL CHARTS

Subtopic NAV 1.1 - Maps and charts

APP Decode symbols and information 3 Instrument approach charts, SID charts, ADI
NAV displayed on aeronautical maps and aerodrome charts, visual approach charts APP
1.1.1 charts. Optional content: military maps and APS
charts
APP Use relevant maps and charts. 3 APP
NAV ACP
1.1.2 APS
ACS

TOPIC NAV 2 - INSTRUMENT NAVIGATION

Subtopic NAV 2.1 - Navigational systems

APP Manage traffic in case of change in the 4 APP
NAV operational status of navigational systems. ACP
Optional content: limitations, status of
2.1.1
ground-based and satellite-based APS
systems ACS

APP Appreciate the effect of precision, 3

NAV limitations and change of the operational ALL
Optional content: limitations, status,
2.1.2 status of navigational systems.
degraded procedures

Subtopic NAV 2.2 - Stabilised approach

APP Describe the concept of stabilised 2 ICAO Doc 8168 ADV
NAV approach. ADI
Optional content: SKYbrary, Regulation
2.2.1 APP
(EC) No 1899/200639
APS

APP Appreciate the effect of late change of 3 APP

NAV runway-in-use or type of approach for APS
2.2.2 landing aircraft.
APP Appreciate controller actions that may 3 Delayed descent
NAV APP
contribute to unstabilised approach.
2.2.3

Subtopic NAV 2.3 - Instrument departures and arrivals

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Regulation (EC) No 1899/2006 of the European Parliament and of the Council of 12 December 2006 amending Council Regulation
(EEC) No 3922/91 on the harmonisation of technical requirements and administrative procedures in the field of civil aviation (OJ L
377, 27.12.2006, p. 1).
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APP Characterise SIDs. 2 ADI

NAV APP
2.3.1 APS

APP Describe the types and phases of 2 APP

NAV instrument approach procedures. APS
2.3.2
APP Describe the relevant minima applicable 2 ADI
NAV for a precision/ non-precision and visual APP
2.3.3 approach. APS

Subtopic NAV 2.4 - Navigational assistance

APP Evaluate the necessary information to be 5
NAV provided to pilots in need of navigational APP
Optional content: nearest most suitable
2.4.1 assistance.
aerodrome, track, heading, distance, ACP
aerodrome information, any other APS
navigational assistance relevant at the ACS
time

Subtopic NAV 2.5 - Satellite-based systems

APP State the different applications of satellite- 1
NAV based systems relevant for approach APP
Optional content: NPA, APV-baro VNAV,
2.5.1 operations.
APV, LPV, precision approach, ICAO Doc APS
8168 Vol.2

Subtopic NAV 2.6 - PBN applications

APP State the navigation applications used in 1 Approach-RNP APCH/ RNP AR APCH;
NAV approach and terminal environments. Terminal-RNAV-1 (P-RNAV) APP
2.6.1 APS
Optional content: A-RNP, EU PBN
Implementing Rule, ICAO Doc 9613
APP Explain the principles and designation of 2 APP
NAV navigation specifications in use. ACP
Optional content: performance,
2.6.2 APS
functionality, sensors, aircrew and
controller requirements ACS

APP State future PBN developments. 1 A-RNP, APV ADI

NAV APP
Optional content: RNP 3D, RNP 4D
2.6.3 ACP
APS
ACS

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SUBJECT 6: AIRCRAFT
The subject objective is:
Learners shall assess and integrate aircraft performance in the provision of ATS.

TOPIC ACFT 1 - AIRCRAFT INSTRUMENTS

Subtopic ACFT 1.1 - Aircraft instruments

APP Integrate information from aircraft 4
ACFT instruments provided by the pilot in the ALL
1.1.1 provision of ATS.
APP Explain the operation of aircraft radio 2
ACFT equipment. ALL
Optional content: radios (number of),
1.1.2
emergency radios

TOPIC ACFT 2 - AIRCRAFT CATEGORIES

Subtopic ACFT 2.1 - Wake turbulence

APP Explain the wake turbulence effect and 2
ACFT ALL
associated hazards to the succeeding
2.1.1 aircraft.
APP Appreciate the techniques used to prevent 3
ACFT hazards associated with wake turbulence ALL
2.1.2 on succeeding aircraft.

Subtopic ACFT 2.2 - Application of ICAO approach categories

APP Describe the use of ICAO approach 2 ICAO Doc 8168 ADI
ACFT categories. APP
2.2.1 APS

APP Appreciate the effect of ICAO approach 3 ADI

ACFT categories on the traffic organisation. APP
2.2.2 APS

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TOPIC ACFT 3 - FACTORS AFFECTING AIRCRAFT PERFORMANCE

Subtopic ACFT 3.1 - Climb factors

APP Integrate the influence of factors affecting 4 APP
ACFT aircraft during climb. ACP
Optional content: speed, mass, air
3.1.1
density, cabin pressurisation, wind and APS
temperature ACS

APP Appreciate the influence of factors 3

ACFT affecting aircraft on take-off. Optional content: runway conditions,
3.1.2
runway slope, aerodrome elevation, APP
wind, temperature, aircraft APS
configuration, airframe contamination
and aircraft mass

Subtopic ACFT 3.2 - Cruise factors

APP Integrate the influence of factors affecting 4 Level, cruising speed, wind, mass, cabin APP
ACFT aircraft during cruise. pressurisation ACP
3.2.1 APS
ACS

Subtopic ACFT 3.3 - Descent and initial approach factors

APP Integrate the influence of factors affecting 4
ACFT aircraft during descent. APP
Optional content: wind, speed, rate of
3.3.1
descent, aircraft configuration, cabin APS
pressurisation

Subtopic ACFT 3.4 - Final approach and landing factors

APP Integrate the influence of factors affecting 4
ACFT aircraft during final approach and landing. Optional content: wind, aircraft
3.4.1 APP
configuration, mass, meteorological
APS
conditions, runway conditions, runway
slope, aerodrome elevation

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Subtopic ACFT 3.5 - Economic factors

APP Integrate consideration of economic 4
ACFT factors affecting aircraft. APP
Optional content: routing, level, speed,
3.5.1
rate of climb and rate of descent, APS
approach profile

APP Use continuous climb techniques where 3 APP

ACFT applicable. ACP
3.5.2 APS
ACS

APP Use direct routing where applicable. 3 APP

ACFT ACP
3.5.3 APS
ACS

Subtopic ACFT 3.6 - Environmental factors

APP Appreciate the performance restrictions 3
ACFT due to environmental constraints. Optional content: fuel dumping, noise
3.6.1 APP
abatement procedures, minimum flight
APS
levels, bird hazard, continuous descent
operations

TOPIC ACFT 4 - AIRCRAFT DATA

Subtopic ACFT 4.1 - Performance data

APP Integrate the average performance data of 4 Performance data under a representative APP
ACFT a representative sample of aircraft which variety of circumstances ACP
4.1.1 will be encountered in the APS
operational/working environment into the
ACS
provision of a control service.

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SUBJECT 7: HUMAN FACTORS

The subject objective is:
Learners shall recognise the necessity to constantly extend their knowledge and analyse factors which
affect personal and team performance.

TOPIC HUM 1 - PSYCHOLOGICAL FACTORS

Subtopic HUM 1.1 - Cognitive

APP Describe the human information 2 Attention, perception, memory,
HUM processing model. ALL
situational awareness, decision making,
1.1.1 response
APP Describe the factors which influence 2 Confidence, stress, learning, knowledge,
HUM human information processing. ALL
experience, fatigue, alcohol/drugs,
1.1.2 distraction, interpersonal relations
APP Monitor the effect of human information 3
HUM processing factors on decision making. Optional content: workload, stress,
1.1.3 ALL
interpersonal relations, distraction,
confidence

TOPIC HUM 2 - MEDICAL AND PHYSIOLOGICAL FACTORS

Subtopic HUM 2.1 - Fatigue

APP State factors that cause fatigue. 1 Shift work
HUM ALL
Optional content: night shifts and rosters
2.1.1
APP Describe the onset of fatigue. 2
HUM
Optional content: lack of concentration,
2.1.2
listlessness, irritability, frustration, ICAO ALL
Circular 241 AN/145 Human factors in
Air Traffic Control

APP Recognise the onset of fatigue in self. 1

HUM
Optional content: ICAO Circular 241
2.1.3 ALL
AN/145 Human factors in Air Traffic
Control

APP Recognise the onset of fatigue in others. 1

HUM ALL
2.1.4
APP Describe appropriate action when 2
HUM recognising fatigue. ALL
2.1.5

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Subtopic HUM 2.2 - Fitness

APP Recognise signs of lack of personal fitness. 1
HUM ALL
2.2.1
APP Describe actions when aware of a lack of 2
HUM personal fitness. ALL
2.2.2

TOPIC HUM 3 - SOCIAL AND ORGANISATIONAL FACTORS

Subtopic HUM 3.1 - Team resource management (TRM)

APP State the relevance of TRM. 1
HUM
Optional content: TRM course,
3.1.1 ALL
EUROCONTROL Guidelines for the
development of TRM training

APP State the content of the TRM concept. 1

HUM
Optional content: team work, human
3.1.2 ALL
error, team roles, stress, decision making,
communication, situational awareness

Subtopic HUM 3.2 - Teamwork and team roles

APP Identify reasons for conflict. 3
HUM ALL
3.2.1
APP Describe actions to prevent human 2
HUM ALL
conflicts. Optional content: TRM team roles
3.2.2
APP Describe strategies to cope with human 2
HUM conflicts. ALL
Optional content: in your team, in the
3.2.3
simulator

Subtopic HUM 3.3 - Responsible behaviour

APP Consider the factors which influence 2
HUM responsible behaviour. Optional content: situation, team,
3.3.1
personal situation and judgement, ALL
instance of justification, moral
motivation, personality

APP Apply responsible judgement. 3 Case study and discussion about a

HUM dilemma situation ALL
3.3.2

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TOPIC HUM 4 - STRESS

Subtopic HUM 4.1 - Stress

APP Recognise the effects of stress on 1 Stress and its symptoms in self and in
HUM performance. others ALL
4.1.1

Subtopic HUM 4.2 - Stress management

APP Act to reduce stress. 3 The effect of personality in coping with
HUM stress, the benefits of active stress
4.2.1 ALL
management

APP Respond to stressful situation by offering, 3

HUM asking or accepting assistance. Optional content: the benefits of offering,
4.2.2 ALL
accepting and asking for help in stressful
situations

APP Recognise the effect of shocking and 1 Self and others, abnormal situations, CISM
HUM stressful events. ALL
4.2.3
APP Consider the benefits of Critical Incident 2
HUM Stress Management (CISM). ALL
4.2.4
APP Explain procedures used following an 2
HUM incident/accident. ALL
Optional content: CISM, counselling,
4.2.5
human element

TOPIC HUM 5 - HUMAN ERROR

Subtopic HUM 5.1 - Human error

APP Explain the relationship between error and 2 Number and combination of errors,
HUM safety. proactive versus reactive approach to
5.1.1 discovery of error
ALL
Optional content: ICAO Circular 314
AN/178 Threat and Error Management
(TEM) in Air Traffic Control

APP Differentiate between the types of error. 2 Slips, lapses, mistakes

HUM
Optional content: Circular 314 AN/178
5.1.2 ALL
Threat and Error Management (TEM) in
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APP Describe error-prone conditions. 2

HUM
Optional content: increase in traffic,
5.1.3
changes in procedures, complexities of ALL
systems or traffic, weather, unusual
occurrences

APP Collect examples of different error types, 3

HUM their causes and consequences in ATC. Optional content: ICAO Circular 314
5.1.4 ALL
AN/178 Threat and Error Management
(TEM) in Air Traffic Control

APP Explain how to detect errors to 2 STCA, MSAW, individual and collective
HUM compensate for them. strategy
5.1.5 ALL
Optional content: ICAO Circular 314
AN/178 Threat and Error Management
(TEM) in Air Traffic Control

APP Execute corrective actions. 3 Error compensation

HUM
Optional content: ICAO Circular 314
5.1.6 ALL
AN/178 Threat and Error Management
(TEM) in Air Traffic Control

APP Explain the importance of error 2

HUM management. Optional content: prevention of incidents,
5.1.7 ALL
safety improvement, revision of
procedures and/or working practises

APP Describe the impact on an ATCO following 2

HUM an occurrence/incident. ALL
Optional content: reporting, SMS,
5.1.8
investigation, CISM

Subtopic HUM 5.2 - Violation of rules

APP Explain the causes and dangers of 2
HUM violation of rules becoming accepted as a Optional content: ICAO Circular 314
5.2.1 practice. ALL
AN/178 Threat and Error Management
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TOPIC HUM 6 - COLLABORATIVE WORK

Subtopic HUM 6.1 - Communication

APP Use communication effectively in ATC. 3
HUM ALL
6.1.1
APP Analyse examples of pilot and controller 4
HUM communication for effectiveness. ALL
6.1.2

Subtopic HUM 6.2 - Collaborative work within the same area of responsibility
APP List communication means between 1
HUM controllers in charge of the same area of ALL
Optional content: electronic, written,
6.2.1 responsibility (sector or tower).
verbal and non-verbal communication

APP Explain consequences of the use of 2

HUM communication means on effectiveness. ALL
Optional content: strips legibility and
6.2.2
encoding, labels designation, feedback

APP List possible actions to provide a safe 1

HUM position handover. ALL
Optional content: rigour, preparation,
6.2.3
overlap time

APP Explain consequences of a missed position 2

HUM ALL
handover process.
6.2.4

Subtopic HUM 6.3 - Collaborative work between different areas of responsibility

APP List factors and means for an effective 1
HUM coordination between sectors and/or ALL
Optional content: other sectors
6.3.1 tower positions.
constraints, electronic coordination tools

Subtopic HUM 6.4 - Controller/pilot cooperation

APP Describe parameters affecting 2
HUM controller/pilot cooperation. Optional content: workload, mutual
6.4.1 ALL
knowledge, controller vs pilot mental
picture

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SUBJECT 8: EQUIPMENT AND SYSTEMS

The subject objective is:
Learners shall integrate knowledge and understanding of the basic working principles of equipment and
systems and comply with the equipment and system degradation procedures in the provision of ATS.

TOPIC EQPS 1 - VOICE COMMUNICATIONS

Subtopic EQPS 1.1 - Radio communications

APP Operate two-way communication 3 Transmit/receive switches, procedures
EQPS equipment. ALL
Optional content: frequency selection,
1.1.1
standby equipment
APP Identify indications of operational status 3
EQPS of radio equipment. Optional content: indicator lights,
1.1.2 ALL
serviceability displays, selector/frequency
displays

APP Consider radio range. 2

EQPS APP
Optional content: transfer to another
1.1.3 ACP
frequency, apparent radio failure, failure
APS
to establish radio contact, frequency
ACS
protection range

Subtopic EQPS 1.2 - Other voice communications

APP Operate landline communications. 3
EQPS ALL
Optional content: telephone, interphone
1.2.1
and intercom equipment

TOPIC EQPS 2 - AUTOMATION IN ATS

Subtopic EQPS 2.1 - Aeronautical fixed telecommunication network (AFTN)

APP Decode AFTN messages. 3
EQPS
Optional content: movement and control
2.1.1 ALL
messages, NOTAM, SNOWTAM,
BIRDTAM, etc.

Subtopic EQPS 2.2 - Automatic data interchange

APP Use automatic data transfer equipment 3
EQPS APP
where available. Optional content: automated information
2.2.1 ACP
and coordination, OLDI

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TOPIC EQPS 3 - CONTROLLER WORKING POSITION

Subtopic EQPS 3.1 - Operation and monitoring of equipment

APP Monitor the technical integrity of the 3 Notification procedures, responsibilities
EQPS controller working position. ALL
3.1.1
APP Operate the equipment of the controller 3
EQPS working position. Optional content: situation displays,
3.1.2
flight progress board, flight data display,
ALL
radio, telephone, maps and charts, strip-
printer, clock, information systems,
UDF/VDF

APP Operate available equipment in abnormal 3

EQPS ALL
and emergency situations.
3.1.3

Subtopic EQPS 3.2 - Situation displays and information systems

APP Use situation displays. 3
EQPS ALL
3.2.1
APP Check availability of information material. 3
EQPS ALL
3.2.2
APP Obtain information from equipment. 3 APP
EQPS ACP
3.2.3 APS
ACS

Subtopic EQPS 3.3 - Flight data systems

APP Use the flight data information at 3
EQPS controller working position. ALL
3.3.1

TOPIC EQPS 4 - FUTURE EQUIPMENT

Subtopic EQPS 4.1 - New developments

APP Recognise future developments. 1 New advanced systems
EQPS ALL
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TOPIC EQPS 5 - EQUIPMENT AND SYSTEMS LIMITATIONS AND DEGRADATION

Subtopic EQPS 5.1 - Reaction to limitations

APP Take account of the limitations of 2
EQPS equipment and systems. ALL
5.1.1
APP Respond to technical deficiencies of the 3 Notification procedures, responsibilities
EQPS operational position. ALL
5.1.2

Subtopic EQPS 5.2 - Communication equipment degradation

APP Identify that communication equipment 3 APP
EQPS has degraded. ACP
Optional content: ground-air and landline
5.2.1 APS
communications
ACS

APP Apply contingency procedures in the event 3 Procedures for total or partial degradation APP
EQPS of communication equipment of ground-air and landline
5.2.2 ACP
degradation. communications, alternative methods of
APS
transferring data
ACS

Subtopic EQPS 5.3 - Navigational equipment degradation

APP Identify when a navigational equipment 3
EQPS ALL
failure will affect operational ability. Optional content: VOR, navigational aids
5.3.1
APP Apply contingency procedures in the event 3 ADI
EQPS of a navigational equipment degradation. APP
Optional content: vertical separation,
5.3.2
information to aircraft, navigational ACP
assistance, seeking assistance from APS
adjacent units ACS

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SUBJECT 9: PROFESSIONAL ENVIRONMENT

The subject objective is:
Learners shall identify the need for close cooperation with other parties concerning ATM operations and
appreciate aspects of environmental protection.

TOPIC PEN 1 - FAMILIARISATION

Subtopic PEN 1.1 - Study visit to approach control unit

APP Appreciate the functions and provision of 3 Study visit to an approach control unit APP
PEN an operational approach control service. APS
1.1.1

TOPIC PEN 2 - AIRSPACE USERS

Subtopic PEN 2.1 - Contributors to civil ATS operations

APP Characterise civil ATS activities in 2 Study visit to an approach control unit
PEN APP
approach control unit. Optional content: familiarisation visits to
2.1.1 APS
TWR, ACC, AIS, RCC

APP Characterise other parties interfacing with 2

PEN ATS operations. Optional content: familiarisation visits to
2.1.2 ALL
engineering services, fire and emergency
services, airline operations offices

Subtopic PEN 2.2 - Contributors to military ATS operations

APP Characterise military ATS activities. 2
PEN
Optional content: familiarisation visits to
2.2.1 ALL
TWR, APP, ACC, AIS, RCC, Air Defence
Units

TOPIC PEN 3 - CUSTOMER RELATIONS

Subtopic PEN 3.1 - Provision of services and user requirements

APP Identify the role of ATC as a service 3
PEN ALL
provider.
3.1.1
APP Appreciate ATS users requirements. 3
PEN ALL
3.1.2

TOPIC PEN 4 - ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION

Subtopic PEN 4.1 - Environmental protection

APP Describe the environmental constraints on 2 ADV
PEN aerodrome operations. ADI
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4.1.1 Operational opportunities to minimise APP

fuel use and reduce emissions APS

APP Explain the use of Collaborative 2 ADV

PEN Environmental Management (CEM) ADI
4.1.2 process at airports. APP
APS

APP Appreciate the mitigation techniques used 3

PEN to minimise aviations impact on the Optional content: continuous descent
4.1.3 environment. APP
operations (CDO), noise abatement
APS
procedures, noise preferential routes,
flight efficiency

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SUBJECT 10: ABNORMAL AND EMERGENCY SITUATIONS

The subject objective is:
Learners shall develop professional attitudes to manage traffic in abnormal and emergency situations.

TOPIC ABES 1 - ABNORMAL AND EMERGENCY SITUATIONS (ABES)

Subtopic ABES 1.1 - Overview of ABES

APP List common abnormal and emergency 1
ABES situations. Optional content: EATM Guidelines for
1.1.1
Controller Training in the Handling of
Unusual/Emergency Situations, ALL
ambulance flights, ground based safety
nets alerts, airframe failure, unreliable
instruments, runway incursion

APP Identify potential or actual abnormal and 3

ABES emergency situations. ALL
1.1.2
APP Take into account the procedures for 2 APP
ABES given abnormal and emergency situations. ACP
Optional content: ICAO Doc 4444
1.1.3 APS
ACS

APP Take into account that procedures do not 2

ABES exist for all abnormal and emergency ALL
Optional content: real life examples
1.1.4 situations.
APP Consider how the evolution of a situation 2
ABES may have an impact on safety. ALL
Optional content: separation,
1.1.5
information, coordination

TOPIC ABES 2 - SKILLS IMPROVEMENT

Subtopic ABES 2.1 - Communication effectiveness

APP Ensure effective communication in all 4 Phraseology, vocabulary, readback, silence
ABES circumstances including the case where instruction ALL
2.1.1 standard phraseology is not applicable.

APP Apply change of radiotelephony call sign. 3 ICAO Doc 4444

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Subtopic ABES 2.2 - Avoidance of mental overload

APP Describe actions to keep control of the 2
ABES situation. Optional content: sector splitting,
2.2.1 ALL
holding, flow management, task
delegation

APP Organise priority of actions. 4

ABES ALL
2.2.2
APP Ensure effective circulation of information. 4
ABES
Optional content: between executive and
2.2.3
planner/coordinator, with the supervisor, ALL
between sectors, between ACC, APP and
TWR , with ground staff, etc.

APP Consider asking for help. 2

ABES ALL
2.2.4

Subtopic ABES 2.3 - Air / ground cooperation

APP Collect appropriate information relevant 3
ABES to the situation. ALL
2.3.1
APP Assist the pilot. 3 Pilot workload
ABES ALL
Optional content: instructions,
2.3.2
information, support, human factors, etc.

TOPIC ABES 3 - PROCEDURES FOR ABNORMAL AND EMERGENCY SITUATIONS

Subtopic ABES 3.1 - Application of procedures for ABES

APP Apply the procedures for given abnormal 3
ABES and emergency situations. Optional content: EATM Guidelines for
3.1.1
Controller Training in the Handling of
ALL
Unusual/Emergency Situations,
ambulance flights, ground based safety
nets alerts, airframe failure

Subtopic ABES 3.2 - Radio failure

APP Describe the procedures followed by a 2 ICAO Doc 7030
ABES pilot when he/she experiences complete ALL
Optional content: military procedures
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APP Apply the procedures to be followed when 3

ABES a pilot experiences complete or partial ALL
Optional content: prolonged loss of
3.2.2 radio failure.
communication

Subtopic ABES 3.3 - Unlawful interference and aircraft bomb threat

APP Apply ATC procedures associated with 3 ICAO Doc 4444
ABES unlawful interference and aircraft bomb ALL
3.3.1 threat.

Subtopic ABES 3.4 - Strayed or unidentified aircraft

APP Apply the procedures in the case of 3 ICAO Doc 4444
ABES strayed aircraft. ALL
Optional content: inside controlled
3.4.1
airspace, outside controlled airspace

APP Apply the procedures in the case of 3 ICAO Doc 4444

ABES unidentified aircraft. ALL
3.4.2

Subtopic ABES 3.5 - Diversions

APP Provide navigational assistance to 4 Track/heading, distance, other APP
ABES diverting emergency aircraft. navigational assistance ACP
3.5.1 APS
Optional content: nearest most suitable
aerodrome ACS

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SUBJECT 11: AERODROMES

The subject objective is:
Learners shall recognise and understand the design and layout of aerodromes.

TOPIC AGA 1 - AERODROME DATA, LAYOUT AND COORDINATION

Subtopic AGA 1.1 - Definitions

APP Define aerodrome data. 1 Regulation (EU) No 139/201440 - EASA ED
AGA Decision 2014/013/R41 CS-ADR-DSN -
1.1.1 Initial issue, EASA ED Decision ADV
2014/012/R42 ADR AMC/GM Initial ADI
issue APP
Optional content: aerodrome elevation, APS
reference point, apron, movement area,
manoeuvring area, hot spot

Subtopic AGA 1.2 - Coordination

APP Identify the information that has to be 3 Airport conditions, fire/rescue category,
AGA passed between Air Traffic Services (ATS) condition of ground equipment and
1.2.1 and the airport authority. NAVAIDs, AIRAC, Regulation (EU) No APP
139/2014 - EASA ED Decision 2014/013/R APS
CS-ADR-DSN - Initial issue, EASA ED ADV
Decision 2014/012/R ADR AMC/GM ADI
Initial issue

TOPIC AGA 2 - MOVEMENT AREA

Subtopic AGA 2.1 - Movement area

APP Describe movement area. 2 Regulation (EU) No 139/2014 - EASA ED ADV
AGA Decision 2014/013/R CS-ADR-DSN - Initial ADI
2.1.1 issue, EASA ED Decision 2014/012/R ADR APP
AMC/GM Initial issue APS

APP Describe the marking of obstacles and 2 Flags, signs on pavement, lights ADV
AGA unusable or unserviceable areas. ADI
2.1.2 APP
APS

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Commission Regulation (EU) No 139/2014 of 12 February 2014 laying down requirements and administrative procedures related
to aerodromes pursuant to Regulation (EC) No 216/2008 of the European Parliament and of the Council (OJ L 44, 14.2.2014, p. 1).
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Decision 2014/013/R of the Executive Director of the Agency of 27 February 2014 adopting Certification Specifications and
Guidance Material for Aerodromes Design CS-ADR-DSN - Initial issue
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Decision 2014/012/R of the Executive Director of the Agency of 27 February 2014 adopting Acceptable Means of Compliance and
Guidance Material to Regulation (EU) No 139/2014 AMC/GM for Aerodromes Initial Issue
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APP Identify the information on conditions of 3 Essential information on aerodrome ADV

AGA the movement area that have to be conditions ADI
2.1.3 passed to aircraft. APP
APS

Subtopic AGA 2.2 - Manoeuvring area

APP Describe manoeuvring area. 2 Regulation (EU) No 139/2014 - EASA ED ADV
AGA Decision 2014/013/R CS-ADR-DSN - Initial ADI
2.2.1 issue, EASA ED Decision 2014/012/R ADR APP
AMC/GM Initial issue APS

APP Describe taxiway. 2 ADV

AGA ADI
2.2.2 APP
APS

APP Describe the daylight marking on taxiways. 2 ADV

AGA ADI
2.2.3 APP
APS

APP Describe taxiway lighting. 2 ADV

AGA ADI
2.2.4 APP
APS

Subtopic AGA 2.3 - Runways

APP Describe runway. 2 Runway, runway surface, runway strip, ADV
AGA shoulder, runway end safety areas, ADI
2.3.1 clearways, stopways APP
APS

APP Describe instrument runway. 2 Regulation (EU) No 139/2014 - EASA ED ADI

AGA Decision 2014/013/R CS-ADR-DSN - Initial APP
2.3.2 issue, EASA ED Decision 2014/012/R ADR APS
AMC/GM Initial issue
APP Describe non-instrument runway. 2 Regulation (EU) No 139/2014 - EASA ED ADV
AGA Decision 2014/013/R CS-ADR-DSN - Initial
2.3.3 ADI
issue, EASA ED Decision 2014/012/R ADR
APP
AMC/GM Initial issue
APS

APP Explain declared distances. 2 TORA, TODA, ASDA, LDA ADV

AGA ADI
2.3.4 APP
APS

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APP Explain the differences between ACN and 2 Strength of pavements ADV
AGA PCN. ADI
2.3.5 APP
APS

APP Describe the daylight markings on 2

AGA ADV
runways. Optional content: runway designator,
2.3.6 ADI
centre line, threshold, aiming point, fixed
APP
distance, touchdown zone, side strip,
APS
colour

APP Describe runway lights. 2 ADV

AGA ADI
Optional content: colour, centre line,
2.3.7
intensity, edge, touchdown zone, APP
threshold, barettes APS

APP Explain the functions of visual landing aids. 2 ADV

AGA ADI
Optional content: AVASI, VASI, PAPI
2.3.8 APP
APS

APP Describe the approach lighting systems. 2 Centre line, cross bars, stroboscopic lights, ADV
AGA colours, intensity and brightness ADI
2.3.9 APP
APS

APP Characterise the effect of water/ice on 2 ADV

AGA runways. ADI
2.3.10 APP
APS

APP Explain braking action. 2 Braking action coefficient ADV

AGA ADI
2.3.11 APP
APS

APP Explain the effect of runway visual range 2 ADV

AGA on aerodrome operation. ADI
2.3.12 APP
APS

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TOPIC AGA 3 - OBSTACLES

Subtopic AGA 3.1 - Obstacle-free airspace around aerodromes

APP Explain the necessity for establishing and 2 ADV
AGA maintaining an obstacle-free airspace ADI
3.1.1 around aerodromes. APP
APS

TOPIC AGA 4 - MISCELLANEOUS EQUIPMENT

Subtopic AGA 4.1 - Location

APP Explain the location of different 2
AGA ADV
aerodrome ground equipment. Optional content: LLZ, GP, VDF, radio
4.1.1 ADI
communication or ATS surveillance
APP
systems sensors, stopbars, AVASI, VASI,
APS
PAPI

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AREA CONTROL PROCEDURAL RATING (ACP) TRAINING - SUBJECT OBJECTIVES AND TRAINING
OBJECTIVES
TABLE OF CONTENTS

AMC1 ATCO.D.010(a)(2)(iv) main paragraph

SUBJECT 1: INTRODUCTION TO THE COURSE

SUBJECT 2: AVIATION LAW

SUBJECT 3: AIR TRAFFIC MANAGEMENT

SUBJECT 4: METEOROLOGY

SUBJECT 5: NAVIGATION

SUBJECT 6: AIRCRAFT

SUBJECT 7: HUMAN FACTORS

SUBJECT 8: EQUIPMENT AND SYSTEMS

SUBJECT 9: PROFESSIONAL ENVIRONMENT

SUBJECT 10: ABNORMAL AND EMERGENCY SITUATIONS

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AREA CONTROL PROCEDURAL RATING (ACP) TRAINING SUBJECT OBJECTIVES AND TRAINING
OBJECTIVES
(a) The general principles that apply to this AMC are contained in AMC1 ATCO.D.010(a).
(b) ATCO Rating training Area Control Procedural Rating (ACP) should contain the following subject
objectives and training objectives that are associated with the subjects, topics and subtopics
contained in Appendix 6 to Annex I to Commission Regulation (EU) 2015/340 Area Control
Procedural Rating (ACP).
(c) Subjects, topics and subtopics from Appendix 6 to Annex I to Commission Regulation (EU)
2015/340 are repeated in this AMC for the convenience of the reader and do not form part of it.

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SUBJECT 1: INTRODUCTION TO THE COURSE

The subject objective is:
Learners shall know and understand the training programme that they will follow and learn how to
obtain the appropriate information.

TOPIC INTR 1 - COURSE MANAGEMENT

Subtopic INTR 1.1 - Course introduction

ACP Explain the aims and main objectives of the 2
INTR course.
ALL
1.1.1

Subtopic INTR 1.2 - Course administration

ACP State course administration. 1
INTR ALL
1.2.1

Subtopic INTR 1.3 - Study material and training documentation

ACP Use appropriate documentation and their 3
INTR sources for course studies. Optional content: training
1.3.1 ALL
documentation, library, CBT library, web,
learning management server

ACP Integrate appropriate information into 4 Training documentation

INTR course studies. ALL
Optional content: supplementary
1.3.2
information, library

TOPIC INTR 2 - INTRODUCTION TO THE ATC TRAINING COURSE

Subtopic INTR 2.1 - Course content and organisation

ACP State the different training methods 1 Theoretical training, practical training,
INTR applied in the course. self-study, types of training events ALL
2.1.1

ACP State the subjects of the course and their 1

INTR purpose. ALL
2.1.2
ACP Describe the organisation of theoretical 2
INTR training. ALL
Optional content: course programme
2.1.3
ACP Describe the organisation of practical 2
INTR training. ALL
Optional content: PTP, simulation,
2.1.4
briefing, debriefing, course programme

Subtopic INTR 2.2 - Training ethos

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ACP Recognise the feedback mechanisms 1 Training progress, assessment, briefing,

INTR available. debriefing, learner/instructor feedback,
2.2.1 ALL
instructor/instructor feedback

Subtopic INTR 2.3 - Assessment process

ACP Describe the assessment process. 2
INTR ALL
2.3.1

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SUBJECT 2: AVIATION LAW

The subject objective is:
Learners shall know, understand and apply the Rules of the Air and the Regulations regarding reporting,
airspace and appreciate the Licensing and Competence principles.

TOPIC LAW 1 - ATCO LICENSING/CERTIFICATE OF COMPETENCE

Subtopic LAW 1.1 - Privileges and conditions

ACP Appreciate the conditions which shall be 3 Regulation (EU) 2015/34043 on ATCO
LAW met to issue an Area Control Procedural Licensing ACP
1.1.1 rating. Optional content: national documents

ACP Explain how to maintain and update 2

LAW professional knowledge and skills to retain ALL
1.1.2 competence in the operational
environment.
ACP Explain the conditions for 2 Regulation (EU) 2015/340 on ATCO ALL
LAW suspension/revocation of ATCO licence. Licensing
1.1.3

TOPIC LAW 2 - RULES AND REGULATIONS

Subtopic LAW 2.1 - Reports

ACP List the standard forms for reports. 1 Air traffic incident report
LAW
Optional content: routine air reports, ALL
2.1.1
breach of regulations, watch/log book,
records
ACP Describe the functions of, and processes 2 Reporting culture, air traffic incident
LAW for, reporting. report
2.1.2 ALL
Optional content: breach of regulations,
watch/log book, records, voluntary
reporting, ESARR 2

ACP Use forms for reporting. 3 Regulation (EU) No 376/201444, air traffic
LAW incident reporting form(s)
2.1.3 ALL
Optional content: routine air reports,
breach of regulations, watch/log book,
records

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Commission Regulation (EU) 2015/340 of 20 February 2015 laying down technical requirements and administrative procedures
relating to air traffic controllers' licences and certificates pursuant to Regulation (EC) No 216/2008 of the European Parliament
and of the Council, amending Commission Implementing Regulation (EU) No 923/2012 and repealing Commission Regulation (EU)
No 805/2011 (OJ L 63, 6.3.2015, p. 1).
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Regulation (EU) No 376/2014 of the European Parliament and of the Council of 3 April 2014 on the reporting, analysis and follow-
up of occurrences in civil aviation, amending Regulation (EU) No 996/2010 of the European Parliament and of the Council and
repealing Directive 2003/42/EC of the European Parliament and of the Council and Commission Regulations (EC) No 1321/2007
and (EC) No 1330/2007 (OJ L 122, 24.4.2014, p. 18).
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Subtopic LAW 2.2 - Airspace

ACP Appreciate classes and structure of 3
LAW ACP
airspace and their relevance to Area
2.2.1 Control Procedural rating operations.
ACP Provide planning, coordination and control 4
LAW actions appropriate to the airspace Optional content: Regulation (EU) No
2.2.2 classification and structure.
923/201245, ICAO Annex 2, ICAO Annex
11, international requirements, civil ALL
requirements, military requirements,
areas of responsibility, sectorization,
national requirements

ACP Appreciate responsibility for terrain 3

LAW clearance. ALL
2.2.3

TOPIC LAW 3 - ATC SAFETY MANAGEMENT

Subtopic LAW 3.1 - Feedback process

ACP State the importance of controller 1
LAW ALL
contribution to the feedback process. Optional content: voluntary reporting
3.1.1
ACP Describe how reported occurrences are 2
LAW analysed. ALL
Optional content: ESARR 2, local
3.1.2
procedures

ACP Name the means used to disseminate 1 Optional content: safety letters, safety
ALL
LAW recommendations. boards web pages
3.1.3
ACP Appreciate the Just Culture concept. 3 Benefits, prerequisites, constraints
LAW
Optional content: EAM 2 GUI 6, GAIN ALL
3.1.4
Report

Subtopic LAW 3.2 - Safety Investigation

ACP Describe role and mission of Safety 2
LAW ALL
Investigation in the improvement of
3.2.1 safety.
ACP Define working methods of Safety 1
LAW ALL
Investigation.
3.2.2

SUBJECT 3: AIR TRAFFIC MANAGEMENT

The subject objective is:

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Commission Implementing Regulation (EU) No 923/2012 of 26 September 2012 laying down the common rules of the air and
operational provisions regarding services and procedures in air navigation and amending Implementing Regulation (EU)
No 1035/2011 and Regulations (EC) No 1265/2007, (EC) No 1794/2006, (EC) No 730/2006, (EC) No 1033/2006 and (EU)
No 255/2010 (OJ L 281, 13.10.2012, p. 1).
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Learners shall manage air traffic to ensure safe, orderly and expeditious services.

TOPIC ATM 1 - PROVISION OF SERVICES

Subtopic ATM 1.1 - Air traffic control (ATC) service

ACP Appreciate own area of responsibility. 3 APP
ATM ACP
1.1.1 APS
ACS

ACP Provide area control service. 4 Regulation (EU) No 923/2012, ICAO Annex
ATM 11, ICAO Doc 7030, ICAO Doc 4444, ACP
1.1.2 operation manuals ACS

Subtopic ATM 1.2 - Flight information service (FIS)

ACP Provide FIS. 4 ICAO Doc 4444
ATM ALL
Optional content: national documents
1.2.1
ACP Issue appropriate information concerning 3 ICAO Doc 4444, traffic information, APP
ATM the location of conflicting traffic. essential traffic information ACP
1.2.2 APS
ACS

Subtopic ATM 1.3 - Alerting service (ALRS)

ACP Provide ALRS. 4 ICAO Doc 4444
ATM ALL
Optional content: national documents
1.3.1
ACP Respond to distress and urgency messages 3 Regulation (EU) No 923/2012, ICAO Annex
ATM and signals. 10, ICAO Doc 4444
1.3.2
Optional content: EUROCONTROL
ALL
Guidelines for Controller Training in the
Handling of Unusual/Emergency
Situations

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Subtopic ATM 1.4 - ATS system capacity and air traffic flow management
ACP Appreciate principles of ATS system 3 APP
ATM capacity and air traffic flow management. ACP
Optional content: EUROCONTROL ATFCM
1.4.1 APS
Users Manual, FABs, FUA, free flight, etc.
ACS

ACP Apply flow management procedures in the 3 APP

ATM provision of ATC. ACP
Optional content: EUROCONTROL ATFCM
1.4.2 APS
Users Manual
ACS

ACP Organise traffic flows and patterns to take 4

ATM account of airspace boundaries. Optional content: civil and military,
1.4.3 APP
controlled, uncontrolled, advisory,
ACP
restricted, danger, prohibited, special
APS
rules, sector boundaries, national
ACS
boundaries, FIR boundaries, delegated
airspace, transfer of control, transfer of
communications, en-route, off-route
ACP Organise traffic flows and patterns to take 4 APP
ATM account of areas of responsibility. ACP
Optional content: EUROCONTROL ATFCM
1.4.4 APS
Users Manual
ACS

ACP Inform supervisor of situation. 3

ATM
Optional content: abnormal situations,
1.4.5 APP
decrease in sector capacity, limitations
ACP
on systems and equipment, changes in
APS
workload/capacity, unusual
ACS
meteorological conditions, relevant
information like: reported ground-based
incidents, forest fire, smoke, oil pollution
Subtopic ATM 1.5 - Airspace management (ASM)
ACP Appreciate the principles and means of 3 Regulation (EC) No 551/200446, Regulation
ATM APP
ASM. (EC) 2150/200547, Regulation (EC) No
1.5.1 730/200648 ACP
Optional content: FABs, EUROCONTROL APS
Specification for the application of FUA, ACS
TSAs, CDRs, CBAs

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Regulation (EC) No 551/2004 of the European Parliament and of the Council of 10 March 2004 on the organisation and use of the
airspace in the single European sky (the airspace Regulation) - Commission statement (OJ L 96, 31.3.2004, p. 20).
47
Commission Regulation (EC) No 2150/2005 of 23 December 2005 laying down common rules for the flexible use of airspace (OJ
L 342, 24.12.2005, p. 20).
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Commission Regulation (EC) No 730/2006 of 11 May 2006 on airspace classification and access of flights operated under visual
flight rules above flight level 195 (OJ L 128, 16.5.2006, p. 3).
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ACP Organise traffic to take account of ASM. 4

ATM APP
Optional content: CDR, TSA, TRA, CBA,
1.5.2
real-time activation, deactivation or ACP
reallocation of airspace

TOPIC ATM 2 - COMMUNICATION

Subtopic ATM 2.1 - Effective communication

ACP Use approved phraseology. 3 ICAO Doc 4444
ATM
Optional content: ICAO Doc 9432 RTF
2.1.1 ALL
manual, standard words and phrases as
contained in ICAO Annex 10 Vol. 2

ACP Ensure effective communication. 4 Communication techniques, ALL

ATM readback/verification of readback
2.1.2

TOPIC ATM 3 - ATC CLEARANCES AND ATC INSTRUCTIONS

Subtopic ATM 3.1 - ATC clearances

ACP Issue appropriate ATC clearances. 3 ICAO Doc 4444
ATM ALL
Optional content: national documents
3.1.1
ACP Integrate appropriate ATC clearances in 4
ATM control service. ALL
3.1.2
ACP Ensure the agreed course of action is 4
ATM carried out. ALL
3.1.3

Subtopic ATM 3.2 - ATC instructions

ACP Issue appropriate ATC instructions. 3 ICAO Doc 4444
ATM ALL
Optional content: national documents
3.2.1
ACP Integrate appropriate ATC instructions in 4
ATM control service. ALL
3.2.2
ACP Ensure the agreed course of action is 4
ATM carried out. ALL
3.2.3

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TOPIC ATM 4 - COORDINATION

Subtopic ATM 4.1 - Necessity for coordination

ACP Identify the need for coordination. 3
ATM ALL
4.1.1

Subtopic ATM 4.2 - Tools and methods for coordination

ACP Use the available tools for coordination. 3
ATM
Optional content: electronic transfer of
4.2.1
flight data, telephone, interphone,
ALL
intercom, direct speech, radiotelephone
(RTF), local agreements, automated
system coordination

Subtopic ATM 4.3 - Coordination procedures

ACP Initiate appropriate coordination. 3 Delegation/transfer of responsibility for
ATM air-ground communications and
4.3.1 separation, transfer of control, etc. ICAO ALL
Doc 4444
Optional content: release point

ACP Analyse effect of coordination requested 4

ATM by an adjacent position/unit. Optional content: delegation/transfer of
4.3.2
responsibility for air-ground ALL
communications and separation, release
point, transfer of control, etc.

ACP Select, after negotiation, an appropriate 5

ATM course of action. ALL
4.3.3
ACP Ensure the agreed course of action is 4
ATM carried out. ALL
4.3.4
ACP Coordinate in the provision of FIS. 4 ICAO Doc 4444
ATM ALL
4.3.5
ACP Coordinate in the provision of ALRS. 4 ICAO Doc 4444
ATM ALL
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TOPIC ATM 5 - ALTIMETRY AND LEVEL ALLOCATION

Subtopic ATM 5.1 - Altimetry

ACP Allocate levels according to altimetry data. 4 ICAO Doc 8168, ICAO Doc 4444
ATM ALL
5.1.1
ACP Ensure separation according to altimetry 4
ATM data. Optional content: transition level,
5.1.2
transition altitude, transition layer, ALL
height, flight level, altitude, vertical
distance to airspace boundaries

Subtopic ATM 5.2 - Terrain clearance

ACP Provide planning, coordination and control 4
ATM actions appropriate to the rules for Optional content: terrain clearance
5.2.1 minimum safe levels and terrain APP
dimensions, minimum safe altitudes,
clearance. ACP
transition level, minimum flight level,
minimum sector altitude

TOPIC ATM 6 - SEPARATIONS

Subtopic ATM 6.1 - Vertical separation

ACP Provide standard vertical separation. 4 ICAO Doc 4444, ICAO Doc 7030, level
ATM ACP
allocation, during climb/descent, rate of
6.1.1 climb/descent, RVSM, non-RVSM aircraft, ACS
holding pattern
ACP Provide increased vertical separation. 4 ICAO Doc 4444, ICAO Doc 7030 APP
ATM ACP
Optional content: level allocation, during
6.1.2 APS
climb/descent, rate of climb/descent
ACS

ACP Appreciate the application of vertical 3 ICAO Doc 4444, ICAO Doc 7030 APP
ATM emergency separation. ACP
6.1.3 APS
ACS

Subtopic ATM 6.2 - Horizontal separation

ACP Provide longitudinal separation. 4 Based on time, based on distance (DME
ATM and/or GNSS, RNAV)
6.2.1 ACP
Optional content: based on time with
Mach number technique

ACP Provide lateral separation. 4 ICAO Doc 4444, ICAO Doc 7030, holding
ATM APP
6.2.2
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ACP

ACP Provide track separation. 4 ACP

ATM APP
6.2.3
ACP Provide geographical separation. 4 Visual, using navigation aids, area
ATM ACP
navigation
6.2.4 APP

TOPIC ATM 7 - AIRBORNE COLLISION AVOIDANCE SYSTEMS AND GROUND-BASED

SAFETY NETS
Subtopic ATM 7.1 - Airborne collision avoidance systems
ACP Differentiate between ACAS advisory 2 ICAO Doc 9863
ATM ACP
thresholds and separation standards Optional content: EUROCONTROL TCAS
7.1.1 applicable in the area control ACS
web page
environment.
ACP Describe the controller responsibility 2 ICAO Doc 4444
ATM ALL
during and following an ACAS RA reported
7.1.2 by pilot.
ACP Respond to pilot notification of actions 3 ACAS, TAWS
ATM based on airborne systems warnings. ALL
Optional content: EUROCONTROL ACAS
7.1.3
web page

TOPIC ATM 8 - DATA DISPLAY

Subtopic ATM 8.1 - Data management

ACP Update the data display to accurately 3
ATM reflect the traffic situation. Optional content: information displayed,
8.1.1
strip marking procedures, electronic
ALL
information data displays, actions based
on traffic display information, calculation
of EETs

ACP Analyse pertinent data on data displays. 4

ATM ALL
8.1.2
ACP Organise pertinent data on data displays. 4
ATM ALL
8.1.3
ACP Obtain flight plan information. 3 CPL, FPL, supplementary information
ATM ALL
Optional content: RPL, AFIL, etc.
8.1.4
ACP Use flight plan information. 3
ATM ALL
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TOPIC ATM 9 - OPERATIONAL ENVIRONMENT (SIMULATED)

Subtopic ATM 9.1 - Integrity of the operational environment

ACP Obtain information concerning the 3
ATM operational environment. ALL
Optional content: briefing, notices, local
9.1.1
orders, verification of information
ACP Ensure the integrity of the operational 4 APP
ATM environment. ACP
Optional content: integrity of displays,
9.1.2 APS
verification of the information provided
by displays, etc. ACS

Subtopic ATM 9.2 - Verification of the currency of operational procedures

ACP Check all relevant documentation before 3
ATM managing traffic. ALL
Optional content: briefing, LOAs, NOTAM,
9.2.1
AICs

ACP Manage traffic in accordance with 4 APP

ATM procedural changes. ACP
9.2.2 APS
ACS
Subtopic ATM 9.3 - Handover-takeover
ACP Transfer information to the relieving 3
ATM ALL
controller.
9.3.1
ACP Obtain information from the controller 3
ATM ALL
handing over.
9.3.2

TOPIC ATM 10 - PROVISION OF CONTROL SERVICE

Subtopic ATM 10.1 - Responsibility and processing of information

ACP Describe the division of responsibility 2 ICAO Doc 4444
ATM between air traffic control units. ALL
10.1.1
ACP Describe the responsibility in regard to 2 ICAO Doc 4444
ATM military traffic. ALL
Optional content: ICAO Doc 9554
10.1.2
ACP Describe the responsibility in regard to 2 ICAO Doc 4444 APP
ATM unmanned free balloons. ACP
10.1.3 APS
ACS

ACP Obtain operational information. 3 ICAO Doc 4444, local operation manuals APP
ATM ACP
10.1.4 APS

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ACS

ACP Interpret operational information. 5 APP

ATM ACP
10.1.5 APS
ACS

ACP Organise forwarding of operational 4 APP

ATM information. ACP
Optional content: including the use of
10.1.6 APS
backup procedures
ACS

ACP Integrate operational information into 4 APP

ATM control decisions. ACP
10.1.7 APS
ACS

ACP Appreciate the influence of operational 3

ATM requirements. ALL
Optional content: military flying,
10.1.8
calibration flights, aerial photography

Subtopic ATM 10.2 - Area control

ACP Explain the responsibility for the provision 2 ICAO Doc 4444, ICAO Annex 11, local ACP
ATM of an area procedural control service. operation manuals
10.2.1
ACP Provide planning, coordination and control 4 Regulation (EU) No 923/2012, ICAO Annex ACP
ATM actions appropriate to the VFR and IFR in 11, ICAO Doc 4444 ACS
10.2.2 VMC and IMC.

Subtopic ATM 10.3 - Traffic management process

ACP Ensure that situational awareness is 4 Information gathering, traffic projection APP
ATM maintained. ACP
10.3.1
ACP Detect conflicts in time for appropriate 4
ATM resolution. ALL
10.3.2
ACP Identify potential solutions to achieve a 3 APP
ATM safe and effective traffic flow. ACP
10.3.3 APS
ACS

ACP Evaluate possible outcomes of different 5 APP

ATM planning and control actions. ACP
10.3.4 APS
ACS

ACP Select an appropriate plan in time to 5 APP

ATM achieve safe and effective traffic flow. ACP
10.3.5 APS

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ACS

ACP Ensure an adequate priority of actions. 4

ATM ALL
10.3.6
ACP Execute selected plan in a timely manner. 3 APP
ATM ACP
10.3.7 APS
ACS

ACP Ensure a safe and efficient outcome is 4 Traffic monitoring, adaptability and follow
ATM achieved. up ALL
10.3.8

Subtopic ATM 10.4 - Handling traffic

ACP Manage arrivals, departures and 4 APP
ATM overflights. ACP
10.4.1 APS
ACS

ACP Balance the workload against personal 5 APP

ATM capacity. ACP
Optional content: re-routing, re-planning,
10.4.2
prioritising solutions, denying requests, APS
delegating responsibility for separation ACS

TOPIC ATM 11 - HOLDING

Subtopic ATM 11.1 - General holding procedures

ACP Apply holding procedures. 3 ICAO Doc 4444, holding instructions, APP
ATM allocation of holding levels, onward ACP
11.1.1 clearance times APS
ACS

ACP Appreciate the factors affecting holding 3 Effect of speed, effect of level used, effect APP
ATM patterns. of navigation aid in use, turbulence, ACP
11.1.2 aircraft type APS
ACS

Subtopic ATM 11.2 - Holding aircraft

ACP Calculate expected onward clearance 3 ACP
ATM times. ACS
11.2.1

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SUBJECT 4: METEOROLOGY
The subject objective is:
Learners shall acquire, decode and make proper use of meteorological information relevant to the
provision of ATS.

TOPIC MET 1 - METEOROLOGICAL PHENOMENA

Subtopic MET 1.1 - Meteorological phenomena

ACP Appreciate the impact of adverse weather. 3 Thunderstorms, icing, jet streams, clear air
MET turbulence (CAT), turbulence, microburst,
1.1.1 ACP
severe mountain waves, line squalls,
ACS
volcanic ash
Optional content: solar radiation

ACP Integrate data about meteorological 4 Clearances, instructions and transmitted

MET phenomena into provision of ATS. information
1.1.2 ALL
Optional content: relevant
meteorological phenomena

ACP Use techniques to avoid adverse weather 3 Re-routing, level change, etc. APP
MET when necessary/possible. ACP
1.1.3 APS
ACS

TOPIC MET 2 - SOURCES OF METEOROLOGICAL DATA

Subtopic MET 2.1 - Sources of meteorological information

ACP Obtain meteorological information 3 METAR, TAF, SIGMET, AIRMET APP
MET ACP
Optional content: AIREP/AIREP Special
2.1.1 APS
ACS

ACP Relay meteorological information. 3 ICAO Doc 4444

MET ALL
Optional content: flight information
2.1.2
centre, adjacent ATS unit

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SUBJECT 5: NAVIGATION
The subject objective is:
Learners shall analyse all navigational aspects in order to organise the traffic.

TOPIC NAV 1 - MAPS AND AERONAUTICAL CHARTS

Subtopic NAV 1.1 - Maps and charts

ACP Use relevant maps and charts. 3 APP
NAV ACP
1.1.1 APS
ACS

TOPIC NAV 2 - INSTRUMENT NAVIGATION

Subtopic NAV 2.1 - Navigational systems

ACP Manage traffic in case of change in the 4 APP
NAV operational status of navigational systems. ACP
Optional content: limitations, status of
2.1.1
ground-based and satellite-based APS
systems ACS

ACP Appreciate the effect of precision, 3

NAV limitations and change of the operational ALL
Optional content: limitations, status,
2.1.2 status of navigational systems.
degraded procedures

Subtopic NAV 2.2 - Navigational assistance

ACP Evaluate the necessary information to be 5 Optional content: nearest most suitable
APP
NAV provided to pilots in need of navigational aerodrome, track, heading, distance,
2.2.1 assistance. ACP
aerodrome information, any other
APS
navigational assistance relevant at the
ACS
time

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Subtopic NAV 2.3 - PBN applications

ACP State the navigation applications used in 1 Terminal-RNAV-1 (P-RNAV); En-route-
NAV terminal and en-route environments. RNAV-5 (B-RNAV) ACP
2.3.1 ACS
Optional content: A-RNP, EC PBN
Implementing Rule, ICAO Doc 9613

ACP Explain the principles and designation of 2 Optional content: performance, APP
NAV navigation specifications in use. functionality, sensors, aircrew and ACP
2.3.2 controller requirements APS
ACS

ACP State future PBN developments. 1 A-RNP, APV ADI

NAV APP
Optional content: RNP 3D, RNP 4D
2.3.3 ACP
APS
ACS

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SUBJECT 6: AIRCRAFT
The subject objective is:
Learners shall assess and integrate aircraft performance in the provision of ATS.

TOPIC ACFT 1 - AIRCRAFT INSTRUMENTS

Subtopic ACFT 1.1 - Aircraft instruments

ACP Integrate information from aircraft 4
ACFT instruments provided by the pilot in the ALL
1.1.1 provision of ATS.
ACP Explain the operation of aircraft radio 2
ACFT equipment. ALL
Optional content: radios (number of),
1.1.2
emergency radios

TOPIC ACFT 2 - AIRCRAFT CATEGORIES

Subtopic ACFT 2.1 - Wake turbulence

ACP Explain the wake turbulence effect and 2
ACFT ALL
associated hazards to the succeeding
2.1.1 aircraft.
ACP Appreciate the techniques used to prevent 3
ACFT hazards associated with wake turbulence ALL
2.1.2 on succeeding aircraft.

TOPIC ACFT 3 - FACTORS AFFECTING AIRCRAFT PERFORMANCE

Subtopic ACFT 3.1 - Climb factors

ACP Integrate the influence of factors affecting 4 APP
ACFT aircraft during climb. ACP
Optional content: speed, mass, air
3.1.1
density, cabin pressurisation, wind and APS
temperature ACS

Subtopic ACFT 3.2 - Cruise factors

ACP Integrate the influence of factors affecting 4 Level, cruising speed, wind, mass, cabin APP
ACFT aircraft during cruise. pressurisation ACP
3.2.1 APS
ACS

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Subtopic ACFT 3.3 - Descent factors

ACP Integrate the influence of factors affecting 4
ACFT ACP
aircraft during descent. Optional content: wind, speed, rate of
3.3.1 ACS
descent, cabin pressurisation

Subtopic ACFT 3.4 - Economic factors

ACP Integrate consideration of economic 4
ACFT factors affecting aircraft. ACP
Optional content: routing, level, speed,
3.4.1
rate of climb and rate of descent, ACS
approach profile, top of descent

ACP Use continuous climb techniques where 3 APP

ACFT applicable. ACP
3.4.2 APS
ACS

ACP Use direct routing where applicable. 3 APP

ACFT ACP
3.4.3 APS
ACS

Subtopic ACFT 3.5 - Environmental factors

ACP Appreciate the performance restrictions 3
ACFT due to environmental constraints. ACP
Optional content: fuel dumping,
3.5.1
minimum flight levels, continuous ACS
descent operations

TOPIC ACFT 4 - AIRCRAFT DATA

Subtopic ACFT 4.1 - Performance data

ACP Integrate the average performance data of 4 Performance data under a representative APP
ACFT a representative sample of aircraft which variety of circumstances ACP
4.1.1 will be encountered in the APS
operational/working environment into the
ACS
provision of a control service.

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SUBJECT 7: HUMAN FACTORS

The subject objective is:
Learners shall recognise the necessity to constantly extend their knowledge and analyse factors which
affect personal and team performance.

TOPIC HUM 1 - PSYCHOLOGICAL FACTORS

Subtopic HUM 1.1 - Cognitive

ACP Describe the human information 2 Attention, perception, memory,
HUM processing model. ALL
situational awareness, decision making,
1.1.1 response
ACP Describe the factors which influence 2 Confidence, stress, learning, knowledge,
HUM human information processing. ALL
experience, fatigue, alcohol/drugs,
1.1.2 distraction, interpersonal relations
ACP Monitor the effect of human information 3
HUM processing factors on decision making. Optional content: workload, stress,
1.1.3 ALL
interpersonal relations, distraction,
confidence

TOPIC HUM 2 - MEDICAL AND PHYSIOLOGICAL FACTORS

Subtopic HUM 2.1 - Fatigue

ACP State factors that cause fatigue. 1 Shift work
HUM ALL
Optional content: night shifts and rosters
2.1.1
ACP Describe the onset of fatigue. 2
HUM
Optional content: lack of concentration,
2.1.2
listlessness, irritability, frustration, ICAO ALL
Circular 241 AN/145 Human factors in
Air Traffic Control

ACP Recognise the onset of fatigue in self. 1

HUM
Optional content: ICAO Circular 241
2.1.3 ALL
AN/145 Human factors in Air Traffic
Control

ACP Recognise the onset of fatigue in others. 1

HUM ALL
2.1.4
ACP Describe appropriate action when 2
HUM recognising fatigue. ALL
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Subtopic HUM 2.2 - Fitness

ACP Recognise signs of lack of personal fitness. 1
HUM ALL
2.2.1
ACP Describe actions when aware of a lack of 2
HUM personal fitness. ALL
2.2.2

TOPIC HUM 3 - SOCIAL AND ORGANISATIONAL FACTORS

Subtopic HUM 3.1 - Team resource management (TRM)

ACP State the relevance of TRM. 1
HUM
Optional content: TRM course,
3.1.1 ALL
EUROCONTROL Guidelines for the
development of TRM training

ACP State the content of the TRM concept. 1

HUM
Optional content: team work, human
3.1.2 ALL
error, team roles, stress, decision making,
communication, situational awareness

Subtopic HUM 3.2 - Teamwork and team roles

ACP Identify reasons for conflict. 3
HUM ALL
3.2.1
ACP Describe actions to prevent human 2
HUM ALL
conflicts. Optional content: TRM team roles
3.2.2
ACP Describe strategies to cope with human 2
HUM conflicts. ALL
Optional content: in your team, in the
3.2.3
simulator

Subtopic HUM 3.3 - Responsible behaviour

ACP Consider the factors which influence 2
HUM responsible behaviour. Optional content: situation, team,
3.3.1
personal situation and judgement, ALL
instance of justification, moral
motivation, personality

ACP Apply responsible judgement. 3 Case study and discussion about a

HUM dilemma situation ALL
3.3.2

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TOPIC HUM 4 - STRESS

Subtopic HUM 4.1 - Stress

ACP Recognise the effects of stress on 1 Stress and its symptoms in self and in
HUM performance. others ALL
4.1.1

Subtopic HUM 4.2 - Stress management

ACP Act to reduce stress. 3 The effect of personality in coping with
HUM stress, the benefits of active stress
4.2.1 ALL
management

ACP Respond to stressful situation by offering, 3

HUM asking or accepting assistance. Optional content: the benefits of offering,
4.2.2 ALL
accepting and asking for help in stressful
situations

ACP Recognise the effect of shocking and 1 Self and others, abnormal situations, CISM
HUM stressful events. ALL
4.2.3
ACP Consider the benefits of Critical Incident 2
HUM Stress Management (CISM). ALL
4.2.4
ACP Explain procedures used following an 2
HUM incident/accident. ALL
Optional content: CISM, counselling,
4.2.5
human element

TOPIC HUM 5 - HUMAN ERROR

Subtopic HUM 5.1 - Human error

ACP Explain the relationship between error and 2 Number and combination of errors,
HUM safety. proactive versus reactive approach to
5.1.1 discovery of error
ALL
Optional content: ICAO Circular 314
AN/178 Threat and Error Management
(TEM) in Air Traffic Control

ACP Differentiate between the types of error. 2 Slips, lapses, mistakes

HUM
Optional content: Circular 314 AN/178
5.1.2 ALL
Threat and Error Management (TEM) in
Air Traffic Control

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ACP Describe error-prone conditions. 2

HUM
Optional content: increase in traffic,
5.1.3
changes in procedures, complexities of ALL
systems or traffic, weather, unusual
occurrences

ACP Collect examples of different error types, 3

HUM their causes and consequences in ATC. Optional content: ICAO Circular 314
5.1.4 ALL
AN/178 Threat and Error Management
(TEM) in Air Traffic Control

ACP Explain how to detect errors to 2 STCA, MSAW, individual and collective
HUM compensate for them. strategy
5.1.5 ALL
Optional content: ICAO Circular 314
AN/178 Threat and Error Management
(TEM) in Air Traffic Control

ACP Execute corrective actions. 3 Error compensation

HUM
Optional content: ICAO Circular 314
5.1.6 ALL
AN/178 Threat and Error Management
(TEM) in Air Traffic Control

ACP Explain the importance of error 2

HUM management. Optional content: prevention of incidents,
5.1.7 ALL
safety improvement, revision of
procedures and/or working practises

ACP Describe the impact on an ATCO following 2

HUM an occurrence/incident. ALL
Optional content: reporting, SMS,
5.1.8
investigation, CISM

Subtopic HUM 5.2 - Violation of rules

ACP Explain the causes and dangers of 2
HUM violation of rules becoming accepted as a Optional content: ICAO Circular 314
5.2.1 practice. ALL
AN/178 Threat and Error Management
(TEM) in Air Traffic Control

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TOPIC HUM 6 - COLLABORATIVE WORK

Subtopic HUM 6.1 - Communication

ACP Use communication effectively in ATC. 3
HUM ALL
6.1.1
ACP Analyse examples of pilot and controller 4
HUM communication for effectiveness. ALL
6.1.2

Subtopic HUM 6.2 - Collaborative work within the same area of responsibility
ACP List communication means between 1
HUM controllers in charge of the same area of ALL
Optional content: electronic, written,
6.2.1 responsibility (sector or tower).
verbal and non-verbal communication

ACP Explain consequences of the use of 2

HUM communication means on effectiveness. ALL
Optional content: strips legibility and
6.2.2
encoding, labels designation, feedback

ACP List possible actions to provide a safe 1

HUM position handover. ALL
Optional content: rigour, preparation,
6.2.3
overlap time

ACP Explain consequences of a missed position 2

HUM ALL
handover process.
6.2.4

Subtopic HUM 6.3 - Collaborative work between different areas of responsibility

ACP List factors and means for an effective 1
HUM coordination between sectors and/or ALL
Optional content: other sectors
6.3.1 tower positions.
constraints, electronic coordination tools

Subtopic HUM 6.4 - Controller/pilot cooperation

ACP Describe parameters affecting 2
HUM controller/pilot cooperation. Optional content: workload, mutual
6.4.1 ALL
knowledge, controller vs pilot mental
picture

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SUBJECT 8: EQUIPMENT AND SYSTEMS

The subject objective is:
Learners shall integrate knowledge and understanding of the basic working principles of equipment and
systems and comply with the equipment and system degradation procedures in the provision of ATS.

TOPIC EQPS 1 - VOICE COMMUNICATIONS

Subtopic EQPS 1.1 - Radio communications

ACP Operate two-way communication 3 Transmit/receive switches, procedures
EQPS equipment. ALL
Optional content: frequency selection,
1.1.1
standby equipment

ACP Identify indications of operational status 3

EQPS of radio equipment. Optional content: indicator lights,
1.1.2 ALL
serviceability displays, selector/frequency
displays

ACP Consider radio range. 2

EQPS APP
Optional content: transfer to another
1.1.3 ACP
frequency, apparent radio failure, failure
APS
to establish radio contact, frequency
ACS
protection range

Subtopic EQPS 1.2 - Other voice communications

ACP Operate landline communications. 3
EQPS ALL
Optional content: telephone, interphone
1.2.1
and intercom equipment

TOPIC EQPS 2 - AUTOMATION IN ATS

Subtopic EQPS 2.1 - Aeronautical fixed telecommunication network (AFTN)

ACP Decode AFTN messages. 3
EQPS
Optional content: movement and control
2.1.1 ALL
messages, NOTAM, SNOWTAM,
BIRDTAM, etc.

Subtopic EQPS 2.2 - Automatic data interchange

ACP Use automatic data transfer equipment 3
EQPS APP
where available. Optional content: automated information
2.2.1 ACP
and coordination, OLDI

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TOPIC EQPS 3 - CONTROLLER WORKING POSITION

Subtopic EQPS 3.1 - Operation and monitoring of equipment

ACP Monitor the technical integrity of the 3 Notification procedures, responsibilities
EQPS controller working position. ALL
3.1.1
ACP Operate the equipment of the controller 3
EQPS working position. Optional content: situation displays,
3.1.2
flight progress board, flight data display,
ALL
radio, telephone, maps and charts, strip-
printer, clock, information systems,
UDF/VDF

ACP Operate available equipment in abnormal 3

EQPS ALL
and emergency situations.
3.1.3

Subtopic EQPS 3.2 - Situation displays and information systems

ACP Use situation displays. 3
EQPS ALL
3.2.1
ACP Check availability of information material. 3
EQPS ALL
3.2.2
ACP Obtain information from equipment. 3 APP
EQPS ACP
3.2.3 APS
ACS

Subtopic EQPS 3.3 - Flight data systems

ACP Use the flight data information at 3
EQPS controller working position. ALL
3.3.1

TOPIC EQPS 4 - FUTURE EQUIPMENT

Subtopic EQPS 4.1 - New developments

ACP Recognise future developments. 1 New advanced systems
EQPS ALL
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TOPIC EQPS 5 - EQUIPMENT AND SYSTEMS LIMITATIONS AND DEGRADATION

Subtopic EQPS 5.1 - Reaction to limitations

ACP Take account of the limitations of 2
EQPS equipment and systems. ALL
5.1.1
ACP Respond to technical deficiencies of the 3 Notification procedures, responsibilities
EQPS operational position. ALL
5.1.2

Subtopic EQPS 5.2 - Communication equipment degradation

ACP Identify that communication equipment 3 APP
EQPS has degraded. ACP
Optional content: ground-air and landline
5.2.1 APS
communications
ACS

ACP Apply contingency procedures in the event 3 Procedures for total or partial degradation APP
EQPS of communication equipment of ground-air and landline
5.2.2 ACP
degradation. communications, alternative methods of
APS
transferring data
ACS

Subtopic EQPS 5.3 - Navigational equipment degradation

ACP Identify when a navigational equipment 3
EQPS ALL
failure will affect operational ability. Optional content: VOR, navigational aids
5.3.1
ACP Apply contingency procedures in the event 3 ADI
EQPS of a navigational equipment degradation. APP
Optional content: vertical separation,
5.3.2
information to aircraft, navigational ACP
assistance, seeking assistance from APS
adjacent units ACS

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SUBJECT 9: PROFESSIONAL ENVIRONMENT

The subject objective is:
Learners shall identify the need for close cooperation with other parties concerning ATM operations and
appreciate aspects of environmental protection.

TOPIC PEN 1 - FAMILIARISATION

Subtopic PEN 1.1 - Study visit to area control centre

ACP Appreciate the functions and provision of 3 Study visit to area control centre ACP
PEN an operational area control service. ACS
1.1.1

TOPIC PEN 2 - AIRSPACE USERS

Subtopic PEN 2.1 - Contributors to civil ATS operations

ACP Characterise civil ATS activities in area 2 Study visit to an area control centre
PEN ACP
control centre. Optional content: familiarisation visits to
2.1.1 ACS
TWR, APP, AIS, RCC

ACP Characterise other parties interfacing with 2

PEN ATS operations. Optional content: familiarisation visits to
2.1.2 ALL
engineering services, fire and emergency
services, airline operations offices

Subtopic PEN 2.2 - Contributors to military ATS operations

ACP Characterise military ATS activities. 2
PEN
Optional content: familiarisation visits to
2.2.1 ALL
TWR, APP, ACC, AIS, RCC, Air Defence
Units

TOPIC PEN 3 - CUSTOMER RELATIONS

Subtopic PEN 3.1 - Provision of services and user requirements

ACP Identify the role of ATC as a service 3
PEN ALL
provider.
3.1.1
ACP Appreciate ATS users requirements. 3
PEN ALL
3.1.2

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TOPIC PEN 4 - ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION

Subtopic PEN 4.1 - Environmental protection

ACP Appreciate the mitigation techniques used 3
PEN en-route to minimise the aviations impact Optional content: free route airspace
4.1.1 on the environment.
(FRA), night/weekend routes, ICAO ACP
Circular 303 - Operational opportunities ACS
to minimize fuel use and reduce
emissions

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SUBJECT 10: ABNORMAL AND EMERGENCY SITUATIONS

The subject objective is:
Learners shall develop professional attitudes to manage traffic in abnormal and emergency situations.

TOPIC ABES 1 - ABNORMAL AND EMERGENCY SITUATIONS (ABES)

Subtopic ABES 1.1 - Overview of ABES

ACP List common abnormal and emergency 1
ABES situations. Optional content: EATM Guidelines for
1.1.1
Controller Training in the Handling of
Unusual/Emergency Situations, ALL
ambulance flights, ground based safety
nets alerts, airframe failure, unreliable
instruments, runway incursion

ACP Identify potential or actual abnormal and 3

ABES emergency situations. ALL
1.1.2
ACP Take into account the procedures for 2 APP
ABES given abnormal and emergency situations. ACP
Optional content: ICAO Doc 4444
1.1.3 APS
ACS

ACP Take into account that procedures do not 2

ABES exist for all abnormal and emergency ALL
Optional content: real life examples
1.1.4 situations.
ACP Consider how the evolution of a situation 2
ABES may have an impact on safety. ALL
Optional content: separation,
1.1.5
information, coordination

TOPIC ABES 2 - SKILLS IMPROVEMENT

Subtopic ABES 2.1 - Communication effectiveness

ACP Ensure effective communication in all 4 Phraseology, vocabulary, readback, silence
ABES circumstances including the case where instruction ALL
2.1.1 standard phraseology is not applicable.

ACP Apply change of radiotelephony call sign. 3 ICAO Doc 4444

ABES ALL
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Subtopic ABES 2.2 - Avoidance of mental overload

ACP Describe actions to keep control of the 2
ABES situation. Optional content: sector splitting,
2.2.1 ALL
holding, flow management, task
delegation

ACP Organise priority of actions. 4

ABES ALL
2.2.2
ACP Ensure effective circulation of information. 4
ABES
Optional content: between executive and
2.2.3 ALL
planner/coordinator, with the supervisor,
between sectors, between ACC, APP and
TWR , with ground staff, etc.
ACP Consider asking for help. 2
ABES ALL
2.2.4

Subtopic ABES 2.3 - Air / ground cooperation

ACP Collect appropriate information relevant 3
ABES to the situation. ALL
2.3.1
ACP Assist the pilot. 3 Pilot workload
ABES ALL
Optional content: instructions,
2.3.2
information, support, human factors, etc.

TOPIC ABES 3 - PROCEDURES FOR ABNORMAL AND EMERGENCY SITUATIONS

Subtopic ABES 3.1 - Application of procedures for ABES

ACP Apply the procedures for given abnormal 3
ABES and emergency situations. Optional content: EATM Guidelines for
3.1.1
Controller Training in the Handling of ALL
Unusual/Emergency Situations,
ambulance flights, ground based safety
nets alerts, airframe failure
Subtopic ABES 3.2 - Radio failure
ACP Describe the procedures followed by a 2 ICAO Doc 7030
ABES pilot when he/she experiences complete ALL
Optional content: military procedures
3.2.1 or partial radio failure.
ACP Apply the procedures to be followed when 3
ABES a pilot experiences complete or partial ALL
Optional content: prolonged loss of
3.2.2 radio failure.
communication

Subtopic ABES 3.3 - Unlawful interference and aircraft bomb threat

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ACP Apply ATC procedures associated with 3 ICAO Doc 4444

ABES unlawful interference and aircraft bomb ALL
3.3.1 threat.

Subtopic ABES 3.4 - Strayed or unidentified aircraft

ACP Apply the procedures in the case of 3 ICAO Doc 4444
ABES strayed aircraft. ALL
Optional content: inside controlled
3.4.1
airspace, outside controlled airspace

ACP Apply the procedures in the case of 3 ICAO Doc 4444

ABES unidentified aircraft. ALL
3.4.2

Subtopic ABES 3.5 - Diversions

ACP Provide navigational assistance to 4 Track/heading, distance, other APP
ABES diverting emergency aircraft. navigational assistance ACP
3.5.1 APS
Optional content: nearest most suitable
aerodrome ACS

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APPROACH CONTROL SURVEILLANCE RATING (APS) TRAINING - SUBJECT OBJECTIVES AND TRAINING
OBJECTIVES
TABLE OF CONTENTS

AMC1 ATCO.D.010(a)(2)(v) main paragraph

SUBJECT 1: INTRODUCTION TO THE COURSE

SUBJECT 2: AVIATION LAW

SUBJECT 3: AIR TRAFFIC MANAGEMENT

SUBJECT 4: METEOROLOGY

SUBJECT 5: NAVIGATION

SUBJECT 6: AIRCRAFT

SUBJECT 7: HUMAN FACTORS

SUBJECT 8: EQUIPMENT AND SYSTEMS

SUBJECT 9: PROFESSIONAL ENVIRONMENT

SUBJECT 10: ABNORMAL AND EMERGENCY SITUATIONS

SUBJECT 11: AERODROMES

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APPROACH CONTROL SURVEILLANCE RATING (APS) TRAINING SUBJECT OBJECTIVES AND TRAINING
OBJECTIVES
(a) The general principles that apply to this AMC are contained in AMC1 ATCO.D.010(a).
(b) ATCO Rating training Approach Control Surveillance Rating (APS) should contain the following
subject objectives and training objectives that are associated with the subjects, topics and
subtopics contained in Appendix 7 to Annex I to Commission Regulation (EU) 2015/340
Approach Control Surveillance Rating (APS).
(c) Subjects, topics and subtopics from Appendix 7 to Annex I to Commission Regulation (EU)
2015/340 are repeated in this AMC for the convenience of the reader and do not form part of it.

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SUBJECT 1: INTRODUCTION TO THE COURSE

The subject objective is:
Learners shall know and understand the training programme that they will follow and learn how to
obtain the appropriate information.

TOPIC INTR 1 - COURSE MANAGEMENT

Subtopic INTR 1.1 - Course introduction

APS Explain the aims and main objectives of 2
INTR the course. ALL
1.1.1

Subtopic INTR 1.2 - Course administration

APS State course administration. 1
INTR ALL
1.2.1

Subtopic INTR 1.3 - Study material and training documentation

APS Use appropriate documentation and their 3
INTR sources for course studies. Optional content: training
1.3.1 ALL
documentation, library, CBT library, web,
learning management server

APS Integrate appropriate information into 4 Training documentation

INTR course studies. ALL
Optional content: supplementary
1.3.2
information, library

TOPIC INTR 2 - INTRODUCTION TO THE ATC TRAINING COURSE

Subtopic INTR 2.1 - Course content and organisation

APS State the different training methods 1 Theoretical training, practical training,
INTR applied in the course. self-study, types of training events ALL
2.1.1

APS State the subjects of the course and their 1

INTR purpose. ALL
2.1.2
APS Describe the organisation of theoretical 2
INTR training. ALL
Optional content: course programme
2.1.3
APS Describe the organisation of practical 2
INTR training. ALL
Optional content: PTP, simulation,
2.1.4
briefing, debriefing, course programme

Subtopic INTR 2.2 - Training ethos

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APS Recognise the feedback mechanisms 1 Training progress, assessment, briefing,

INTR available. debriefing, learner/instructor feedback,
2.2.1 ALL
instructor/instructor feedback

Subtopic INTR 2.3 - Assessment process

APS Describe the assessment process. 2
INTR ALL
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SUBJECT 2: AVIATION LAW

The subject objective is:
Learners shall know, understand and apply the Rules of the Air and the Regulations regarding reporting,
airspace and appreciate the Licensing and Competence principles.

TOPIC LAW 1 - ATCO LICENSING/CERTIFICATE OF COMPETENCE

Subtopic LAW 1.1 - Privileges and conditions

APS Appreciate the conditions which shall be 3 Regulation (EU) 2015/34049 on ATCO
LAW met to issue an Approach Control Licensing APS
1.1.1 Surveillance rating. Optional content: national documents

APS Explain how to maintain and update 2

LAW professional knowledge and skills to retain ALL
1.1.2 competence in the operational
environment.
APS Explain the conditions for 2 Regulation (EU) 2015/340 on ATCO ALL
LAW suspension/revocation of ATCO licence. Licensing
1.1.3

TOPIC LAW 2 - RULES AND REGULATIONS

Subtopic LAW 2.1 - Reports

APS List the standard forms for reports. 1 Air traffic incident report
LAW
Optional content: routine air reports, ALL
2.1.1
breach of regulations, watch/log book,
records
APS Describe the functions of, and processes 2 Reporting culture, air traffic incident
LAW for, reporting. report
2.1.2 ALL
Optional content: breach of regulations,
watch/log book, records, voluntary
reporting, ESARR 2
APS Use forms for reporting. 3 Regulation (EU) No 376/201450, air traffic
LAW incident reporting form(s)
2.1.3 ALL
Optional content: routine air reports,
breach of regulations, watch/log book,
records

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Commission Regulation (EU) 2015/340 of 20 February 2015 laying down technical requirements and administrative procedures
relating to air traffic controllers' licences and certificates pursuant to Regulation (EC) No 216/2008 of the European Parliament
and of the Council, amending Commission Implementing Regulation (EU) No 923/2012 and repealing Commission Regulation (EU)
No 805/2011 (OJ L 63, 6.3.2015, p. 1).
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Regulation (EU) No 376/2014 of the European Parliament and of the Council of 3 April 2014 on the reporting, analysis and follow-
up of occurrences in civil aviation, amending Regulation (EU) No 996/2010 of the European Parliament and of the Council and
repealing Directive 2003/42/EC of the European Parliament and of the Council and Commission Regulations (EC) No 1321/2007
and (EC) No 1330/2007 (OJ L 122, 24.4.2014, p. 18).
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Subtopic LAW 2.2 - Airspace

APS Appreciate classes and structure of 3
LAW airspace and their relevance to Approach APS
2.2.1 Control Surveillance rating operations.
APS Provide planning, coordination and control 4
LAW actions appropriate to the airspace Optional content: Regulation (EU)
2.2.2 classification and structure.
No 923/201251, ICAO Annex 2, ICAO
Annex 11, international requirements, ALL
civil requirements, military requirements,
areas of responsibility, sectorization,
national requirements

APS Appreciate responsibility for terrain 3

LAW clearance. ALL
2.2.3

TOPIC LAW 3 - ATC SAFETY MANAGEMENT

Subtopic LAW 3.1 - Feedback process

APS State the importance of controller 1
LAW contribution to the feedback process. ALL
Optional content: voluntary reporting
3.1.1
APS Describe how reported occurrences are 2
LAW analysed. ALL
Optional content: ESARR 2, local
3.1.2
procedures

APS Name the means used to disseminate 1

LAW recommendations. ALL
Optional content: safety letters, safety
3.1.3
boards web pages

APS Appreciate the Just Culture concept. 3 Benefits, prerequisites, constraints

LAW ALL
Optional content: EAM 2 GUI 6, GAIN
3.1.4
Report
Subtopic LAW 3.2 - Safety Investigation
APS Describe role and mission of Safety 2
LAW ALL
Investigation in the improvement of
3.2.1 safety.
APS Define working methods of Safety 1 ALL
LAW Investigation.
3.2.2

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Commission Implementing Regulation (EU) No 923/2012 of 26 September 2012 laying down the common rules of the air and
operational provisions regarding services and procedures in air navigation and amending Implementing Regulation (EU) No
1035/2011 and Regulations (EC) No 1265/2007, (EC) No 1794/2006, (EC) No 730/2006, (EC) No 1033/2006 and (EU)
No 255/2010 (OJ L 281, 13.10.2012, p. 1).
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SUBJECT 3: AIR TRAFFIC MANAGEMENT

The subject objective is:
Learners shall manage air traffic to ensure safe, orderly and expeditious services.

TOPIC ATM 1 - PROVISION OF SERVICES

Subtopic ATM 1.1 - Air traffic control (ATC) service

APS Appreciate own area of responsibility. 3 APP
ATM ACP
1.1.1 APS
ACS

APS Provide approach control service. 4 Regulation (EU) No 923/2012, ICAO Annex APP
ATM 11, ICAO Doc 7030, ICAO Doc 4444, APS
1.1.2 operation manuals

Subtopic ATM 1.2 - Flight information service (FIS)

APS Provide FIS. 4 ICAO Doc 4444
ATM ALL
Optional content: national documents
1.2.1
APS Use ATS surveillance system for the 3 ICAO Doc 4444, information to identified
ATM APS
provision of FIS. aircraft concerning: traffic, navigation
1.2.2 ACS
Optional content: weather

APS Issue appropriate information concerning 3 ICAO Doc 4444, traffic information, APS
ATM the location of conflicting traffic. essential traffic information ACS
1.2.3 APP
ACP

APS Appreciate the use of ATIS for the 3 APS

ATM provision of flight information service by APP
1.2.4 approach controller.

Subtopic ATM 1.3 - Alerting service (ALRS)

APS Provide ALRS. 4 ICAO Doc 4444
ATM ALL
Optional content: national documents
1.3.1
APS Respond to distress and urgency messages 3 Regulation (EU) No 923/2012, ICAO Annex
ATM and signals. 10, ICAO Doc 4444
1.3.2
Optional content: EUROCONTROL ALL
Guidelines for Controller Training in the
Handling of Unusual/Emergency
Situations
APS Use ATS surveillance system for the 3 APS
ATM provision of ALRS. ACS
1.3.3

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Subtopic ATM 1.4 - ATS system capacity and air traffic flow management
APS Appreciate principles of ATS system 3 APP
ATM capacity and air traffic flow management. ACP
Optional content: EUROCONTROL ATFCM
1.4.1 APS
Users Manual, FABs, FUA, free flight, etc.
ACS

APS Apply flow management procedures in the 3 APP

ATM provision of ATC. ACP
Optional content: EUROCONTROL ATFCM
1.4.2 APS
Users Manual
ACS

APS Organise traffic flows and patterns to take 4

ATM account of airspace boundaries. Optional content: civil and military,
1.4.3
controlled, uncontrolled, advisory, APP
restricted, danger, prohibited, special ACP
rules, sector boundaries, national APS
boundaries, FIR boundaries, delegated ACS
airspace, transfer of control, transfer of
communications, en-route, off-route

APS Organise traffic flows and patterns to take 4 APP

ATM account of areas of responsibility. ACP
Optional content: EUROCONTROL ATFCM
1.4.4 APS
Users Manual
ACS

APS Inform supervisor of situation. 3

ATM
Optional content: abnormal situations,
1.4.5
decrease in sector capacity, limitations APP
on systems and equipment, changes in ACP
workload/capacity, unusual APS
meteorological conditions, relevant ACS
information like: reported ground-based
incidents, forest fire, smoke, oil pollution

APS Organise traffic flows and patterns to take 4 APS

ATM account of ATS surveillance system ACS
1.4.6 capability.

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Subtopic ATM 1.5 - Airspace management (ASM)

APS Appreciate the principles and means of 3 Regulation (EC) No 551/200452, Regulation
ATM ASM. (EC) 2150/200553, Regulation (EC) APP
1.5.1 No 730/200654 ACP
Optional content: FABs, EUROCONTROL APS
Specification for the application of FUA, ACS
TSAs, CDRs, CBAs

APS Organise traffic to take account of ASM. 4 Real-time activation, deactivation or

ATM APS
reallocation of airspace
1.5.2 ACS
Optional content: CDR, TSA, TRA, CBA

TOPIC ATM 2 - COMMUNICATION

Subtopic ATM 2.1 - Effective communication

APS Use approved phraseology. 3 ICAO Doc 4444
ATM
Optional content: ICAO Doc 9432 RTF
2.1.1 ALL
manual, standard words and phrases as
contained in ICAO Annex 10 Vol. 2

APS Ensure effective communication. 4 Communication techniques, ALL

ATM readback/verification of readback
2.1.2

TOPIC ATM 3 - ATC CLEARANCES AND ATC INSTRUCTIONS

Subtopic ATM 3.1 - ATC clearances

APS Issue appropriate ATC clearances. 3 ICAO Doc 4444
ATM ALL
Optional content: national documents
3.1.1
APS Integrate appropriate ATC clearances in 4
ATM control service. ALL
3.1.2
APS Ensure the agreed course of action is 4
ATM carried out. ALL
3.1.3

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Regulation (EC) No 551/2004 of the European Parliament and of the Council of 10 March 2004 on the organisation and use of the
airspace in the single European sky (the airspace Regulation) - Commission statement (OJ L 96, 31.3.2004, p. 20).
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Commission Regulation (EC) No 2150/2005 of 23 December 2005 laying down common rules for the flexible use of airspace (OJ L
342, 24.12.2005, p. 20).
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Commission Regulation (EC) No 730/2006 of 11 May 2006 on airspace classification and access of flights operated under visual
flight rules above flight level 195 (OJ L 128, 16.5.2006, p. 3).
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Subtopic ATM 3.2 - ATC instructions

APS Issue appropriate ATC instructions. 3 ICAO Doc 4444
ATM ALL
Optional content: national documents
3.2.1
APS Integrate appropriate ATC instructions in 4
ATM control service. ALL
3.2.2
APS Ensure the agreed course of action is 4
ATM carried out. ALL
3.2.3

TOPIC ATM 4 - COORDINATION

Subtopic ATM 4.1 - Necessity for coordination

APS Identify the need for coordination. 3
ATM ALL
4.1.1

Subtopic ATM 4.2 - Tools and methods for coordination

APS Use the available tools for coordination. 3 Optional content: electronic transfer of
ATM flight data, telephone, interphone,
4.2.1 intercom, direct speech, radiotelephone ALL
(RTF), local agreements, automated
system coordination

Subtopic ATM 4.3 - Coordination procedures

APS Initiate appropriate coordination. 3 Delegation/transfer of responsibility for
ATM air-ground communications and
4.3.1 separation, transfer of control, etc. ICAO ALL
Doc 4444
Optional content: release point

APS Analyse effect of coordination requested 4

ATM by an adjacent position/unit. Optional content: delegation/transfer of
4.3.2
responsibility for air-ground ALL
communications and separation, release
point, transfer of control, etc.

APS Select, after negotiation, an appropriate 5

ATM course of action. ALL
4.3.3
APS Ensure the agreed course of action is 4
ATM carried out. ALL
4.3.4
APS Coordinate in the provision of FIS. 4 ICAO Doc 4444
ATM ALL
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APS Coordinate in the provision of ALRS. 4 ICAO Doc 4444

ATM ALL
4.3.6

TOPIC ATM 5 - ALTIMETRY AND LEVEL ALLOCATION

Subtopic ATM 5.1 - Altimetry

APS Allocate levels according to altimetry data. 4 ICAO Doc 8168, ICAO Doc 4444
ATM ALL
5.1.1
APS Ensure separation according to altimetry 4
ATM data. Optional content: transition level,
5.1.2
transition altitude, transition layer, ALL
height, flight level, altitude, vertical
distance to airspace boundaries

Subtopic ATM 5.2 - Terrain clearance

APS Provide planning, coordination and control 4
ATM actions appropriate to the rules for Optional content: minimum vectoring
5.2.1 minimum safe levels and terrain
altitude, terrain clearance dimensions, APS
clearance.
minimum safe altitudes, transition level, ACS
minimum flight level, minimum sector
altitude

TOPIC ATM 6 - SEPARATIONS

Subtopic ATM 6.1 - Vertical separation

APS Provide standard vertical separation. 4 ICAO Doc 4444, ICAO Doc 7030, level
ATM allocation, during climb/descent, rate of APP
6.1.1 climb/descent, holding pattern APS

APS Provide increased vertical separation. 4 ICAO Doc 4444, ICAO Doc 7030 APP
ATM ACP
Optional content: level allocation, during
6.1.2 APS
climb/descent, rate of climb/descent
ACS

APS Appreciate the application of vertical 3 ICAO Doc 4444, ICAO Doc 7030 APP
ATM emergency separation. ACP
6.1.3 APS
ACS

APS Provide vertical separation in a 4 Pressure altitude-derived information, APS

ATM surveillance environment. pilot level reports ACS
6.1.4
Optional content: into/out of ATS

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surveillance system coverage

Subtopic ATM 6.2 - Longitudinal separation in a surveillance environment

APS Provide longitudinal separation in a 4 Successive departures, successive arrivals,
ATM surveillance environment. APS
overflights, speed control, silent transfer,
6.2.1 ICAO Doc 4444

Subtopic ATM 6.3 - Delegation of separation

APS Delegate separation to pilots in the case of 4 APP
ATM aircraft executing successive visual APS
6.3.1 approaches.
APS Appreciate the conditions which must be 3 ICAO Doc 4444 APP
ATM met when delegating separation to pilots
6.3.2 to fly maintaining own separation while in APS
VMC.

Subtopic ATM 6.4 - Wake turbulence distance-based separation

APS Provide distance-based wake turbulence 4 ICAO Doc 4444 APS
ATM separation. ACS
Optional content: national documents
6.4.1

Subtopic ATM 6.5 - Separation based on ATS surveillance systems

APS Describe how separation based on ATS 2 ICAO Doc 4444 APS
ATM surveillance systems is applied. ACS
6.5.1
APS Provide horizontal separation. 4 ICAO Doc 4444, ICAO Doc 7030, local
ATM APS
operation manuals, holding
6.5.2 ACS

APS Provide horizontal separation by 4

ATM vectoring in a variety of situations. APS
Optional content: transit, meteorological
6.5.3
phenomena, vectoring for approach, ACS
departure vs transit vs arrival

APS Ensure horizontal or vertical separation 4 Adjacent sectors, PRD, TSAs. APS
ATM from airspace boundaries. ACS
6.5.4

TOPIC ATM 7 - AIRBORNE COLLISION AVOIDANCE SYSTEMS AND GROUND-BASED

SAFETY NETS
Subtopic ATM 7.1 - Airborne collision avoidance systems
APS Differentiate between ACAS advisory 2 ICAO Doc 9863
ATM APP
thresholds and separation standards Optional content: EUROCONTROL TCAS
7.1.1 applicable in the approach control APS
web page
environment.
APS Describe the controller responsibility 2 ICAO Doc 4444
ATM ALL
during and following an ACAS RA reported
7.1.2 by pilot.

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APS Respond to pilot notification of actions 3 ACAS, TAWS

ATM based on airborne systems warnings. ALL
Optional content: EUROCONTROL ACAS
7.1.3
web page

Subtopic ATM 7.2 - Ground-based safety nets

APS Describe the controller responsibility 2 ICAO Doc 4444
ATM APS
during and following safety net warnings. Optional content: STCA, MSAW, APW,
7.2.1 ACS
APM

APS Respond to ground-based safety net 3

ATM APS
warnings. Optional content: STCA, MSAW, APW,
7.2.2 ACS
APM

TOPIC ATM 8 - DATA DISPLAY

Subtopic ATM 8.1 - Data management

APS Update the data display to accurately 3 Optional content: information displayed,
ATM reflect the traffic situation. strip marking procedures, electronic
8.1.1 information data displays, actions based ALL
on traffic display information, calculation
of EETs

APS Analyse pertinent data on data displays. 4

ATM ALL
8.1.2
APS Organise pertinent data on data displays. 4
ATM ALL
8.1.3
APS Obtain flight plan information. 3 CPL, FPL, supplementary information
ATM ALL
Optional content: RPL, AFIL, etc.
8.1.4
APS Use flight plan information. 3
ATM ALL
8.1.5

TOPIC ATM 9 - OPERATIONAL ENVIRONMENT (SIMULATED)

Subtopic ATM 9.1 - Integrity of the operational environment

APS Obtain information concerning the 3
ATM operational environment. ALL
Optional content: briefing, notices, local
9.1.1
orders, verification of information

APS Ensure the integrity of the operational 4 APP

ATM environment. ACP
Optional content: integrity of displays,
9.1.2 APS
verification of the information provided
ACS

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by displays, etc.

Subtopic ATM 9.2 - Verification of the currency of operational procedures

APS Check all relevant documentation before 3
ATM managing traffic. ALL
Optional content: briefing, LOAs, NOTAM,
9.2.1
AICs

APS Manage traffic in accordance with 4 APP

ATM procedural changes. ACP
9.2.2 APS
ACS

Subtopic ATM 9.3 - Handover-takeover

APS Transfer information to the relieving 3
ATM controller. ALL
9.3.1
APS Obtain information from the controller 3
ATM handing over. ALL
9.3.2

TOPIC ATM 10 - PROVISION OF CONTROL SERVICE

Subtopic ATM 10.1 - Responsibility and processing of information

APS Describe the division of responsibility 2 ICAO Doc 4444
ATM ALL
between air traffic control units.
10.1.1
APS Describe the responsibility in regard to 2 ICAO Doc 4444
ATM military traffic. ALL
Optional content: ICAO Doc 9554
10.1.2
APS Describe the responsibility in regard to 2 ICAO Doc 4444 APP
ATM unmanned free balloons. ACP
10.1.3 APS
ACS

APS Obtain operational information. 3 ICAO Doc 4444, local operation manuals APP
ATM ACP
10.1.4 APS
ACS

APS Interpret operational information. 5 APP

ATM ACP
10.1.5 APS
ACS

APS Organise forwarding of operational 4 APP

ATM information. ACP
Optional content: including the use of
10.1.6
backup procedures APS

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ACS

APS Integrate operational information into 4 APP

ATM control decisions. ACP
10.1.7 APS
ACS

APS Appreciate the influence of operational 3

ATM requirements. ALL
Optional content: military flying,
10.1.8
calibration flights, aerial photography

Subtopic ATM 10.2 - ATS surveillance service

APS Explain the responsibility for the provision 2 ICAO Doc 4444, ICAO Annex 11, local
ATM of an ATS surveillance service appropriate operation manuals APS
10.2.1 to APS rating.

APS Explain the functions that may be 2 ICAO Doc 4444 APS
ATM performed with the use of ATS
10.2.2 surveillance systems derived information ACS
presented on a situation display.
APS Provide planning, coordination and control 4 Regulation (EU) No 923/2012, ICAO Annex
ATM APS
actions appropriate to the VFR, SVFR and 11, ICAO Doc 4444
10.2.3 IFR in VMC and IMC. APP

APS Apply the procedures for termination of 3 ICAO Doc 4444

ATM ATS surveillance service. APS
Optional content: transfer of control,
10.2.4 ACS
termination or interruption of ATS
surveillance service
Subtopic ATM 10.3 - Traffic management process
APS Ensure that situational awareness is 4 Information gathering, scanning, traffic
ATM maintained. projection APS
10.3.1 ACS

APS Detect conflicts in time for appropriate 4

ATM resolution. ALL
10.3.2
APS Identify potential solutions to achieve a 3 APP
ATM safe and effective traffic flow. ACP
10.3.3 APS
ACS
APS Evaluate possible outcomes of different 5 APP
ATM planning and control actions. ACP
10.3.4 APS
ACS

APS Select an appropriate plan in time to 5 APP

ATM achieve safe and effective traffic flow. ACP

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10.3.5 APS
ACS

APS Ensure an adequate priority of actions. 4

ATM ALL
10.3.6
APS Execute selected plan in a timely manner. 3 APP
ATM ACP
10.3.7 APS
ACS

APS Ensure a safe and efficient outcome is 4 Traffic monitoring, adaptability and follow
ATM achieved. up ALL
10.3.8

Subtopic ATM 10.4 - Handling traffic

APS Manage arrivals, departures and 4 APP
ATM overflights. ACP
10.4.1 APS
ACS

APS Balance the workload against personal 5 APP

ATM capacity. ACP
Optional content: re-routing, re-planning,
10.4.2
prioritising solutions, denying requests, APS
delegating responsibility for separation ACS

APS Define flight path monitoring and 1 ICAO Doc 4444 APS
ATM vectoring. ACS
10.4.3
APS Explain the requirements for vectoring and 2 ICAO Doc 4444 APS
ATM termination of vectoring. ACS
10.4.4
APS Provide vectoring. 4 ICAO Doc 4444
ATM
Optional content: separation, expediting
10.4.5
arrivals, departures and/or climb to APS
cruising levels, aircraft leaving the hold, ACS
navigation assistance, uncontrolled
airspace, etc.

APS Apply the procedures for termination of 3 ICAO Doc 4444 APS
ATM vectoring. ACS
10.4.6
APS Manage traffic on different types of 4 Precision, non-precision, visual APP
ATM approaches. APS
10.4.7
APS Initiate missed approach. 3 ICAO Doc 4444 APP
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APS Integrate aircraft on missed approach into 4 APP

ATM the traffic situation. APS
10.4.9

Subtopic ATM 10.5 - Control service with advanced system support

APS Appreciate the impact of advanced 3
ATM systems on the provision of approach Optional content: sequencing systems,
10.5.1 control service.
arrival management, departure
management, automated holding lists, APS
vertical traffic displays, conflict detection
and decision making tools, automated
information and coordination tools

TOPIC ATM 11 - HOLDING

Subtopic ATM 11.1 - General holding procedures

APS Apply holding procedures. 3 ICAO Doc 4444, holding instructions, APP
ATM allocation of holding levels, onward ACP
11.1.1 clearance times APS
ACS

APS Appreciate the factors affecting holding 3 Effect of speed, effect of level used, effect APP
ATM patterns. of navigation aid in use, turbulence, ACP
11.1.2 aircraft type APS
ACS

Subtopic ATM 11.2 - Approaching aircraft

APS Calculate Expected Approach Times (EATs) 3 APP
ATM and Expected Onward Clearance times. APS
11.2.1
APS Organise the traffic landing sequence in a 4
ATM holding pattern. Optional content: company preference,
11.2.2 APP
aircraft performance, aircraft approach
APS
capability, ILS categories, flow control
management

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Subtopic ATM 11.3 - Holding in a surveillance environment

APS Organise traffic to separate other aircraft 4 APS
ATM from holding aircraft. ACS
11.3.1
APS Integrate system support, when available. 4
ATM APS
Optional content: arrival management
11.3.2
system, automated holding lists, vertical ACS
traffic displays

TOPIC ATM 12 - IDENTIFICATION

Subtopic ATM 12.1 - Establishment of identification

APS Appreciate the precautions when 3 APS
ATM establishing identification. ACS
12.1.1
APS Identify aircraft. 3
ATM APS
Optional content: PSR, SSR or ADS
12.1.2 ACS
identification method

APS Apply procedures in the case of 3 APS

ATM misidentification. ACS
12.1.3

Subtopic ATM 12.2 - Maintenance of identification

APS Appreciate the necessity to maintain 3 APS
ATM identification. ACS
12.2.1

Subtopic ATM 12.3 - Loss of identity

APS Appreciate when an aircraft identification 3
ATM is lost or in doubt. Optional content: out of ATS surveillance
12.3.1 APS
system coverage, failure of ATS
ACS
surveillance system, weather clutter,
other clutter, garbling, holding, etc.

APS Apply methods to re-establish 3 APS

ATM identification. ACS
12.3.2
APS Respond to loss/doubt concerning 3 APS
ATM identification. ACS
Optional content: procedural separation
12.3.3

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Subtopic ATM 12.4 - Position Information

APS Appreciate the circumstances when 3 APS
ATM position information should be passed to ACS
12.4.1 the aircraft.
APS State the format in which position 1 ICAO Doc 4444 APS
ATM information can be passed to aircraft. ACS
12.4.2

Subtopic ATM 12.5 - Transfer of identity

APS Apply the methods of transfer of 3 APS
ATM identification. ACS
12.5.1
APS Appreciate the precautions when 3 APS
ATM transferring identification. ACS
12.5.2

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SUBJECT 4: METEOROLOGY
The subject objective is:
Learners shall acquire, decode and make proper use of meteorological information relevant to the
provision of ATS.

TOPIC MET 1 - METEOROLOGICAL PHENOMENA

Subtopic MET 1.1 - Meteorological phenomena

APS Appreciate the impact of adverse weather. 3 Thunderstorms, icing, clear air turbulence
MET (CAT), turbulence, microburst, wind shear,
1.1.1 APP
severe mountain waves, line squalls,
APS
volcanic ash

APS Integrate data about meteorological 4 Clearances, instructions and transmitted

MET phenomena into provision of ATS. information
1.1.2 ALL
Optional content: relevant
meteorological phenomena

APS Use techniques to avoid adverse weather 3 Re-routing, level change, etc. APP
MET when necessary/possible. ACP
1.1.3 APS
ACS

TOPIC MET 2 - SOURCES OF METEOROLOGICAL DATA

Subtopic MET 2.1 - Sources of meteorological information

APS Obtain meteorological information 3 METAR, TAF, SIGMET, AIRMET APP
MET ACP
Optional content: AIREP/AIREP Special
2.1.1 APS
ACS

APS Relay meteorological information. 3 ICAO Doc 4444

MET ALL
Optional content: flight information
2.1.2
centre, adjacent ATS unit

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SUBJECT 5: NAVIGATION
The subject objective is:
Learners shall analyse all navigational aspects in order to organise the traffic.

TOPIC NAV 1 - MAPS AND AERONAUTICAL CHARTS

Subtopic NAV 1.1 - Maps and charts

APS Decode symbols and information 3 Instrument approach charts, SID charts, ADI
NAV displayed on aeronautical maps and aerodrome charts, visual approach charts APP
1.1.1 charts. Optional content: military maps and APS
charts
APS Use relevant maps and charts. 3 APP
NAV ACP
1.1.2 APS
ACS

TOPIC NAV 2 - INSTRUMENT NAVIGATION

Subtopic NAV 2.1 - Navigational systems

APS Manage traffic in case of change in the 4 APP
NAV operational status of navigational systems. ACP
Optional content: limitations, status of
2.1.1 APS
ground-based and satellite-based
systems ACS

APS Appreciate the effect of precision, 3

NAV limitations and change of the operational ALL
Optional content: limitations, status,
2.1.2 status of navigational systems.
degraded procedures
Subtopic NAV 2.2 - Stabilised approach
APS Describe the concept of stabilised 2 ICAO Doc 8168 ADV
NAV approach. ADI
Optional content: SKYbrary, Regulation
2.2.1 APP
(EC) No 1899/200655
APS

APS Appreciate the effect of late change of 3 APP

NAV runway-in-use or type of approach for APS
2.2.2 landing aircraft.
APS Appreciate controller actions that may 3 Inappropriate speed control, vectoring for
NAV contribute to unstabilised approach. short final, vectoring for approach with
2.2.3 APS
significant tailwind, glide path interception
from above, lack or incorrect distance to
touchdown information, delayed descent

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Regulation (EC) No 1899/2006 of the European Parliament and of the Council of 12 December 2006 amending Council Regulation
(EEC) No 3922/91 on the harmonisation of technical requirements and administrative procedures in the field of civil aviation (OJ L
377, 27.12.2006, p. 1).
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Subtopic NAV 2.3 - Instrument departures and arrivals

APS Characterise SIDs. 2 ADI
NAV APP
2.3.1 APS

APS Describe the types and phases of 2 APP

NAV instrument approach procedures. APS
2.3.2
APS Describe the relevant minima applicable 2 ADI
NAV for a precision/ non-precision and visual APP
2.3.3 approach. APS

Subtopic NAV 2.4 - Navigational assistance

APS Evaluate the necessary information to be 5
NAV provided to pilots in need of navigational APP
Optional content: nearest most suitable
2.4.1 assistance.
aerodrome, track, heading, distance, ACP
aerodrome information, any other APS
navigational assistance relevant at the ACS
time

APS Assist aircraft in navigation when required. 3 Aircraft observed to be deviating from its
NAV APS
known intended route, on request
2.4.2 ACS

Subtopic NAV 2.5 - Satellite-based systems

APS State the different applications of satellite- 1
NAV based systems relevant for approach APP
Optional content: NPA, APV-baro VNAV,
2.5.1 operations. APS
APV, LPV, precision approach, ICAO Doc
8168 Vol.2
Subtopic NAV 2.6 - PBN applications
APS State the navigation applications used in 1 Approach-RNP APCH/ RNP AR APCH;
NAV approach and terminal environments. Terminal-RNAV-1 (P-RNAV) APP
2.6.1 APS
Optional content: A-RNP, EU PBN
Implementing Rule, ICAO Doc 9613
APS Explain the principles and designation of 2 APP
NAV navigation specifications in use. ACP
Optional content: performance,
2.6.2 APS
functionality, sensors, aircrew and
controller requirements ACS

APS State future PBN developments. 1 A-RNP, APV ADI

NAV APP
Optional content: RNP 3D, RNP 4D
2.6.3 ACP
APS
ACS

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SUBJECT 6: AIRCRAFT
The subject objective is:
Learners shall assess and integrate aircraft performance in the provision of ATS.

TOPIC ACFT 1 - AIRCRAFT INSTRUMENTS

Subtopic ACFT 1.1 - Aircraft instruments

APS Integrate information from aircraft 4
ACFT instruments provided by the pilot in the ALL
1.1.1 provision of ATS.
APS Explain the operation of aircraft radio 2
ACFT equipment. ALL
Optional content: radios (number of),
1.1.2
emergency radios
APS Explain the operation of on-board 2 Transponders: equipment Mode A, Mode ADI
ACFT surveillance equipment. C, Mode S, ADS capability APS
1.1.3 ACS

TOPIC ACFT 2 - AIRCRAFT CATEGORIES

Subtopic ACFT 2.1 - Wake turbulence

APS Explain the wake turbulence effect and 2
ACFT ALL
associated hazards to the succeeding
2.1.1 aircraft.
APS Appreciate the techniques used to prevent 3
ACFT hazards associated with wake turbulence ALL
2.1.2 on succeeding aircraft.

Subtopic ACFT 2.2 - Application of ICAO approach categories

APS Describe the use of ICAO approach 2 ICAO Doc 8168 ADI
ACFT categories. APP
2.2.1 APS

APS Appreciate the effect of ICAO approach 3 ADI

ACFT categories on the traffic organisation. APP
2.2.2 APS

TOPIC ACFT 3 - FACTORS AFFECTING AIRCRAFT PERFORMANCE

Subtopic ACFT 3.1 - Climb factors

APS Integrate the influence of factors affecting 4 APP
ACFT aircraft during climb. ACP
Optional content: speed, mass, air
3.1.1
density, cabin pressurisation, wind and APS
temperature ACS

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APS Appreciate the influence of factors 3

ACFT affecting aircraft on take-off. Optional content: runway conditions,
3.1.2
runway slope, aerodrome elevation, APP
wind, temperature, aircraft APS
configuration, airframe contamination
and aircraft mass

Subtopic ACFT 3.2 - Cruise factors

APS Integrate the influence of factors affecting 4 Level, cruising speed, wind, mass, cabin APP
ACFT aircraft during cruise. pressurisation ACP
3.2.1 APS
ACS

Subtopic ACFT 3.3 - Descent and initial approach factors

APS Integrate the influence of factors affecting 4
ACFT aircraft during descent. APP
Optional content: wind, speed, rate of
3.3.1
descent, aircraft configuration, cabin APS
pressurisation

Subtopic ACFT 3.4 - Final approach and landing factors

APS Integrate the influence of factors affecting 4
ACFT aircraft during final approach and landing. Optional content: wind, aircraft
3.4.1 APP
configuration, mass, meteorological
APS
conditions, runway conditions, runway
slope, aerodrome elevation

Subtopic ACFT 3.5 - Economic factors

APS Integrate consideration of economic 4
ACFT factors affecting aircraft. APP
Optional content: routing, level, speed,
3.5.1
rate of climb and rate of descent, APS
approach profile

APS Use continuous climb techniques where 3 APP

ACFT applicable. ACP
3.5.2 APS
ACS

APS Use direct routing where applicable. 3 APP

ACFT ACP
3.5.3 APS
ACS

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Subtopic ACFT 3.6 - Environmental factors

APS Appreciate the performance restrictions 3
ACFT due to environmental constraints. Optional content: fuel dumping, noise
3.6.1 APP
abatement procedures, minimum flight
APS
levels, bird hazard, continuous descent
operations

TOPIC ACFT 4 - AIRCRAFT DATA

Subtopic ACFT 4.1 - Performance data

APS Integrate the average performance data of 4 Performance data under a representative APP
ACFT a representative sample of aircraft which variety of circumstances ACP
4.1.1 will be encountered in the APS
operational/working environment into the
ACS
provision of a control service.

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SUBJECT 7: HUMAN FACTORS

The subject objective is:
Learners shall recognise the necessity to constantly extend their knowledge and analyse factors which
affect personal and team performance.

TOPIC HUM 1 - PSYCHOLOGICAL FACTORS

Subtopic HUM 1.1 - Cognitive

APS Describe the human information 2 Attention, perception, memory,
HUM processing model. situational awareness, decision making,
1.1.1 ALL
response

APS Describe the factors which influence 2 Confidence, stress, learning, knowledge,
HUM human information processing. experience, fatigue, alcohol/drugs,
1.1.2 ALL
distraction, interpersonal relations

APS Monitor the effect of human information 3

HUM processing factors on decision making. Optional content: workload, stress,
1.1.3 ALL
interpersonal relations, distraction,
confidence

TOPIC HUM 2 - MEDICAL AND PHYSIOLOGICAL FACTORS

Subtopic HUM 2.1 - Fatigue

APS State factors that cause fatigue. 1 Shift work
HUM ALL
2.1.1 Optional content: night shifts and rosters
APS Describe the onset of fatigue. 2
HUM
2.1.2 Optional content: lack of concentration,
listlessness, irritability, frustration, ICAO ALL
Circular 241 AN/145 Human factors in
Air Traffic Control
APS Recognise the onset of fatigue in self. 1
HUM
2.1.3 Optional content: ICAO Circular 241 ALL
AN/145 Human factors in Air Traffic
Control
APS Recognise the onset of fatigue in others. 1
HUM ALL
2.1.4
APS Describe appropriate action when 2 ALL
HUM recognising fatigue.
2.1.5

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Subtopic HUM 2.2 - Fitness

APS Recognise signs of lack of personal fitness. 1
HUM ALL
2.2.1
APS Describe actions when aware of a lack of 2
HUM personal fitness. ALL
2.2.2

TOPIC HUM 3 - SOCIAL AND ORGANISATIONAL FACTORS

Subtopic HUM 3.1 - Team resource management (TRM)

APS State the relevance of TRM. 1
HUM
Optional content: TRM course,
3.1.1 ALL
EUROCONTROL Guidelines for the
development of TRM training

APS State the content of the TRM concept. 1

HUM
Optional content: team work, human
3.1.2 ALL
error, team roles, stress, decision making,
communication, situational awareness

Subtopic HUM 3.2 - Teamwork and team roles

APS Identify reasons for conflict. 3
HUM ALL
3.2.1
APS Describe actions to prevent human 2
HUM ALL
conflicts. Optional content: TRM team roles
3.2.2
APS Describe strategies to cope with human 2
HUM conflicts. ALL
Optional content: in your team, in the
3.2.3
simulator

Subtopic HUM 3.3 - Responsible behaviour

APS Consider the factors which influence 2
HUM responsible behaviour. Optional content: situation, team,
3.3.1
personal situation and judgement, ALL
instance of justification, moral
motivation, personality

APS Apply responsible judgement. 3 Case study and discussion about a

HUM dilemma situation ALL
3.3.2

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TOPIC HUM 4 - STRESS

Subtopic HUM 4.1 - Stress

APS Recognise the effects of stress on 1 Stress and its symptoms in self and in ALL
HUM performance. others
4.1.1
Subtopic HUM 4.2 - Stress management
APS Act to reduce stress. 3 The effect of personality in coping with
HUM ALL
stress, the benefits of active stress
4.2.1 management
APS Respond to stressful situation by offering, 3
HUM asking or accepting assistance. Optional content: the benefits of offering,
4.2.2 ALL
accepting and asking for help in stressful
situations

APS Recognise the effect of shocking and 1 Self and others, abnormal situations, CISM
HUM stressful events. ALL
4.2.3
APS Consider the benefits of Critical Incident 2
HUM Stress Management (CISM). ALL
4.2.4
APS Explain procedures used following an 2
HUM incident/accident. ALL
Optional content: CISM, counselling,
4.2.5
human element

TOPIC HUM 5 - HUMAN ERROR

Subtopic HUM 5.1 - Human error

APS Explain the relationship between error and 2 Number and combination of errors,
HUM safety. proactive versus reactive approach to
5.1.1 discovery of error
ALL
Optional content: ICAO Circular 314
AN/178 Threat and Error Management
(TEM) in Air Traffic Control

APS Differentiate between the types of error. 2 Slips, lapses, mistakes

HUM
Optional content: Circular 314 AN/178 ALL
5.1.2
Threat and Error Management (TEM) in
Air Traffic Control
APS Describe error-prone conditions. 2
HUM
Optional content: increase in traffic,
5.1.3
changes in procedures, complexities of ALL
systems or traffic, weather, unusual
occurrences

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APS Collect examples of different error types, 3

HUM their causes and consequences in ATC. Optional content: ICAO Circular 314
5.1.4 ALL
AN/178 Threat and Error Management
(TEM) in Air Traffic Control

APS Explain how to detect errors to 2 STCA, MSAW, individual and collective
HUM compensate for them. strategy
5.1.5 ALL
Optional content: ICAO Circular 314
AN/178 Threat and Error Management
(TEM) in Air Traffic Control

APS Execute corrective actions. 3 Error compensation

HUM
Optional content: ICAO Circular 314
5.1.6 ALL
AN/178 Threat and Error Management
(TEM) in Air Traffic Control

APS Explain the importance of error 2

HUM management. Optional content: prevention of incidents,
5.1.7 ALL
safety improvement, revision of
procedures and/or working practises

APS Describe the impact on an ATCO following 2

HUM an occurrence/incident. ALL
Optional content: reporting, SMS,
5.1.8
investigation, CISM

Subtopic HUM 5.2 - Violation of rules

APS Explain the causes and dangers of 2
HUM violation of rules becoming accepted as a Optional content: ICAO Circular 314
5.2.1 practice. ALL
AN/178 Threat and Error Management
(TEM) in Air Traffic Control

TOPIC HUM 6 - COLLABORATIVE WORK

Subtopic HUM 6.1 - Communication

APS Use communication effectively in ATC. 3
HUM ALL
6.1.1
APS Analyse examples of pilot and controller 4
HUM ALL
communication for effectiveness.
6.1.2

Subtopic HUM 6.2 - Collaborative work within the same area of responsibility
APS List communication means between 1
HUM controllers in charge of the same area of ALL
Optional content: electronic, written,
6.2.1 responsibility (sector or tower).
verbal and non-verbal communication

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APS Explain consequences of the use of 2

HUM communication means on effectiveness. ALL
Optional content: strips legibility and
6.2.2
encoding, labels designation, feedback

APS List possible actions to provide a safe 1

HUM position handover. ALL
Optional content: rigour, preparation,
6.2.3
overlap time

APS Explain consequences of a missed position 2

HUM handover process. ALL
6.2.4

Subtopic HUM 6.3 - Collaborative work between different areas of responsibility

APS List factors and means for an effective 1
HUM coordination between sectors and/or ALL
Optional content: other sectors
6.3.1 tower positions.
constraints, electronic coordination tools

Subtopic HUM 6.4 - Controller/pilot cooperation

APS Describe parameters affecting 2
HUM controller/pilot cooperation. Optional content: workload, mutual
6.4.1 ALL
knowledge, controller vs pilot mental
picture

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SUBJECT 8: EQUIPMENT AND SYSTEMS

The subject objective is:
Learners shall integrate knowledge and understanding of the basic working principles of equipment and
systems and comply with the equipment and system degradation procedures in the provision of ATS.

TOPIC EQPS 1 - VOICE COMMUNICATIONS

Subtopic EQPS 1.1 - Radio communications

APS Operate two-way communication 3 Transmit/receive switches, procedures
EQPS equipment. ALL
Optional content: frequency selection,
1.1.1
standby equipment

APS Identify indications of operational status 3

EQPS of radio equipment. Optional content: indicator lights,
1.1.2 ALL
serviceability displays, selector/frequency
displays

APS Consider radio range. 2

EQPS APP
Optional content: transfer to another
1.1.3 ACP
frequency, apparent radio failure, failure
APS
to establish radio contact, frequency
ACS
protection range

Subtopic EQPS 1.2 - Other voice communications

APS Operate landline communications. 3
EQPS ALL
Optional content: telephone, interphone
1.2.1
and intercom equipment

TOPIC EQPS 2 - AUTOMATION IN ATS

Subtopic EQPS 2.1 - Aeronautical fixed telecommunication network (AFTN)

APS Decode AFTN messages. 3
EQPS
Optional content: movement and control
2.1.1 ALL
messages, NOTAM, SNOWTAM,
BIRDTAM, etc.

Subtopic EQPS 2.2 - Automatic data interchange

APS Use automatic data transfer equipment 3 ADV
EQPS where available. ADI
Optional content: sequencing systems,
2.2.1
automated information and APS
coordination, OLDI ACS

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TOPIC EQPS 3 - CONTROLLER WORKING POSITION

Subtopic EQPS 3.1 - Operation and monitoring of equipment

APS Monitor the technical integrity of the 3 Notification procedures, responsibilities
EQPS controller working position. ALL
3.1.1
APS Operate the equipment of the controller 3
EQPS working position. Optional content: situation displays,
3.1.2
flight progress board, flight data display,
ALL
radio, telephone, maps and charts, strip-
printer, clock, information systems,
UDF/VDF

APS Operate available equipment in abnormal 3

EQPS ALL
and emergency situations.
3.1.3

Subtopic EQPS 3.2 - Situation displays and information systems

APS Use situation displays. 3
EQPS ALL
3.2.1
APS Check availability of information material. 3
EQPS ALL
3.2.2
APS Obtain information from equipment. 3 APP
EQPS ACP
3.2.3 APS
ACS

Subtopic EQPS 3.3 - Flight data systems

APS Use the flight data information at 3
EQPS controller working position. ALL
3.3.1

Subtopic EQPS 3.4 - Use of ATS surveillance system

APS Use the ATS surveillance system functions. 3 APS
EQPS ACS
3.4.1
APS Analyse the information provided by the 4 APS
EQPS ATS surveillance system. ACS
3.4.2
APS Assign codes. 4 APS
EQPS ACS
3.4.3
APS Appreciate the use of advanced 3 APS
EQPS surveillance technology. ACS
Optional content: Mode S, ADS-B, MLAT
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Subtopic EQPS 3.5 - Advanced systems

APS Appreciate the use of controller pilot 3 APS
EQPS datalink communications when available. ACS
3.5.1
APS Appreciate the use of information 3
EQPS APS
provided by advanced systems. Optional content: trajectory-based
3.5.2 ACS
information, MTCD, MONA, etc.

TOPIC EQPS 4 - FUTURE EQUIPMENT

Subtopic EQPS 4.1 - New developments

APS Recognise future developments. 1 New advanced systems
EQPS ALL
4.1.1

TOPIC EQPS 5 - EQUIPMENT AND SYSTEMS LIMITATIONS AND DEGRADATION

Subtopic EQPS 5.1 - Reaction to limitations

APS Take account of the limitations of 2
EQPS ALL
equipment and systems.
5.1.1
APS Respond to technical deficiencies of the 3 Notification procedures, responsibilities ALL
EQPS operational position.
5.1.2
Subtopic EQPS 5.2 - Communication equipment degradation
APS Identify that communication equipment 3 APP
EQPS has degraded. ACP
Optional content: ground-air and landline
5.2.1 APS
communications
ACS

APS Apply contingency procedures in the event 3 Procedures for total or partial degradation APP
EQPS of communication equipment of ground-air and landline
5.2.2 ACP
degradation. communications, alternative methods of
APS
transferring data
ACS

Subtopic EQPS 5.3 - Navigational equipment degradation

APS Identify when a navigational equipment 3
EQPS failure will affect operational ability. ALL
Optional content: VOR, navigational aids
5.3.1
APS Apply contingency procedures in the event 3 ADI
EQPS of a navigational equipment degradation. APP
Optional content: vertical separation,
5.3.2
information to aircraft, navigational ACP
assistance, seeking assistance from APS
adjacent units ACS

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Subtopic EQPS 5.4 - Surveillance equipment degradation

APS Identify that surveillance equipment has 3 Partial power failure, loss of certain
EQPS APS
degraded. facilities, total failure
5.4.1 ACS

APS Apply contingency procedures in the event 3

EQPS of surveillance equipment degradation. Optional content: inform adjacent
5.4.2
sectors, inform aircraft, apply vertical
APS
separation (emergency), increased
ACS
horizontal separation, reduce the number
of aircraft entering area of responsibility,
transfer aircraft to another unit

Subtopic EQPS 5.5 - ATC processing system degradation

APS Identify a processing system degradation. 3
EQPS APS
Optional content: FDPS, SDPS, software
5.5.1 ACS
processing of situation display

APS Apply contingency procedures in the event 3 APS

EQPS of a processing system degradation. ACS
5.5.2

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SUBJECT 9: PROFESSIONAL ENVIRONMENT

The subject objective is:
Learners shall identify the need for close cooperation with other parties concerning ATM operations and
appreciate aspects of environmental protection.

TOPIC PEN 1 - FAMILIARISATION

Subtopic PEN 1.1 - Study visit to approach control unit

APS Appreciate the functions and provision of 3 Study visit to an approach control unit APP
PEN an operational approach control service. APS
1.1.1

TOPIC PEN 2 - AIRSPACE USERS

Subtopic PEN 2.1 - Contributors to civil ATS operations

APS Characterise civil ATS activities in 2 Study visit to an approach control unit
PEN APP
approach control unit. Optional content: familiarisation visits to
2.1.1 APS
TWR, ACC, AIS, RCC

APS Characterise other parties interfacing with 2

PEN ATS operations. Optional content: familiarisation visits to
2.1.2 ALL
engineering services, fire and emergency
services, airline operations offices

Subtopic PEN 2.2 - Contributors to military ATS operations

APS Characterise military ATS activities. 2
PEN
Optional content: familiarisation visits to
2.2.1 ALL
TWR, APP, ACC, AIS, RCC, Air Defence
Units

TOPIC PEN 3 - CUSTOMER RELATIONS

Subtopic PEN 3.1 - Provision of services and user requirements

APS Identify the role of ATC as a service 3
PEN ALL
provider.
3.1.1
APS Appreciate ATS users requirements. 3
PEN ALL
3.1.2

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TOPIC PEN 4 - ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION

Subtopic PEN 4.1 - Environmental protection

APS Describe the environmental constraints on 2 ADV
PEN aerodrome operations. ADI
Optional content: ICAO Circular 303 -
4.1.1
Operational opportunities to minimise APP
fuel use and reduce emissions APS

APS Explain the use of Collaborative 2 ADV

PEN Environmental Management (CEM) ADI
4.1.2 process at airports. APP
APS

APS Appreciate the mitigation techniques used 3

PEN to minimise aviations impact on the Optional content: continuous descent
4.1.3 environment. APP
operations (CDO), noise abatement
APS
procedures, noise preferential routes,
flight efficiency

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SUBJECT 10: ABNORMAL AND EMERGENCY SITUATIONS

The subject objective is:
Learners shall develop professional attitudes to manage traffic in abnormal and emergency situations.

TOPIC ABES 1 - ABNORMAL AND EMERGENCY SITUATIONS (ABES)

Subtopic ABES 1.1 - Overview of ABES

APS List common abnormal and emergency 1
ABES situations. Optional content: EATM Guidelines for
1.1.1
Controller Training in the Handling of
Unusual/Emergency Situations, ALL
ambulance flights, ground based safety
nets alerts, airframe failure, unreliable
instruments, runway incursion

APS Identify potential or actual abnormal and 3

ABES emergency situations. ALL
1.1.2
APS Take into account the procedures for 2 APP
ABES given abnormal and emergency situations. ACP
Optional content: ICAO Doc 4444
1.1.3 APS
ACS

APS Take into account that procedures do not 2

ABES exist for all abnormal and emergency ALL
Optional content: real life examples
1.1.4 situations.
APS Consider how the evolution of a situation 2
ABES may have an impact on safety. ALL
Optional content: separation,
1.1.5
information, coordination

TOPIC ABES 2 - SKILLS IMPROVEMENT

Subtopic ABES 2.1 - Communication effectiveness

APS Ensure effective communication in all 4 Phraseology, vocabulary, readback, silence
ABES circumstances including the case where instruction ALL
2.1.1 standard phraseology is not applicable.

APS Apply change of radiotelephony call sign. 3 ICAO Doc 4444

ABES ALL
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Subtopic ABES 2.2 - Avoidance of mental overload

APS Describe actions to keep control of the 2
ABES situation. Optional content: sector splitting,
2.2.1 ALL
holding, flow management, task
delegation

APS Organise priority of actions. 4

ABES ALL
2.2.2
APS Ensure effective circulation of information. 4
ABES
Optional content: between executive and
2.2.3
planner/coordinator, with the supervisor, ALL
between sectors, between ACC, APP and
TWR , with ground staff, etc.

APS Consider asking for help. 2

ABES ALL
2.2.4

Subtopic ABES 2.3 - Air / ground cooperation

APS Collect appropriate information relevant 3
ABES to the situation. ALL
2.3.1
APS Assist the pilot. 3 Pilot workload
ABES ALL
Optional content: instructions,
2.3.2
information, support, human factors, etc.

TOPIC ABES 3 - PROCEDURES FOR ABNORMAL AND EMERGENCY SITUATIONS

Subtopic ABES 3.1 - Application of procedures for ABES

APS Apply the procedures for given abnormal 3
ABES and emergency situations. Optional content: EATM Guidelines for
3.1.1
Controller Training in the Handling of
ALL
Unusual/Emergency Situations,
ambulance flights, ground based safety
nets alerts, airframe failure

Subtopic ABES 3.2 - Radio failure

APS Describe the procedures followed by a 2 ICAO Doc 7030
ABES pilot when he/she experiences complete ALL
Optional content: military procedures
3.2.1 or partial radio failure.
APS Apply the procedures to be followed when 3
ABES a pilot experiences complete or partial ALL
Optional content: prolonged loss of
3.2.2 radio failure.
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Subtopic ABES 3.3 - Unlawful interference and aircraft bomb threat

APS Apply ATC procedures associated with 3 ICAO Doc 4444
ABES unlawful interference and aircraft bomb ALL
3.3.1 threat.

Subtopic ABES 3.4 - Strayed or unidentified aircraft

APS Apply the procedures in the case of 3 ICAO Doc 4444
ABES strayed aircraft. ALL
Optional content: inside controlled
3.4.1
airspace, outside controlled airspace

APS Apply the procedures in the case of 3 ICAO Doc 4444

ABES unidentified aircraft. ALL
3.4.2

Subtopic ABES 3.5 - Diversions

APS Provide navigational assistance to 4 Track/heading, distance, other APP
ABES diverting emergency aircraft. navigational assistance ACP
3.5.1 APS
Optional content: nearest most suitable
aerodrome ACS

Subtopic ABES 3.6 - Transponder failure

APS Apply procedures in the event of an SSR 3 ICAO Doc 4444, ICAO Doc 7030
ABES APS
transponder failure. Optional content: total/partial failure,
3.6.1 ACS
impact on ADS-B/Mode S capability

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SUBJECT 11: AERODROMES

The subject objective is:
Learners shall recognise and understand the design and layout of aerodromes.

TOPIC AGA 1 - AERODROME DATA, LAYOUT AND COORDINATION

Subtopic AGA 1.1 - Definitions

APS Define aerodrome data. 1 Regulation (EU) No 139/201456 - EASA ED
AGA
Decision 2014/013/R57 CS-ADR-DSN -
1.1.1 ADV
Initial issue, EASA ED Decision
2014/01258/R ADR AMC/GM Initial ADI
issue APP
Optional content: aerodrome elevation, reference APS
point, apron, movement area, manoeuvring area,
hot spot

Subtopic AGA 1.2 - Coordination

APS Identify the information that has to be 3 Airport conditions, fire/rescue category,
AGA passed between Air Traffic Services (ATS) condition of ground equipment and
1.2.1 and the airport authority. NAVAIDs, AIRAC, Regulation (EU) No APP
139/2014 - EASA ED Decision 2014/013/R APS
CS-ADR-DSN - Initial issue, EASA ED ADV
Decision 2014/012/R ADR AMC/GM ADI
Initial issue

TOPIC AGA 2 - MOVEMENT AREA

Subtopic AGA 2.1 - Movement area

APS Describe movement area. 2 Regulation (EU) No 139/2014 - EASA ED ADV
AGA Decision 2014/013/R CS-ADR-DSN - Initial
2.1.1 ADI
issue, EASA ED Decision 2014/012/R ADR
APP
AMC/GM Initial issue
APS

APS Describe the marking of obstacles and 2 Flags, signs on pavement, lights ADV
AGA unusable or unserviceable areas. ADI
2.1.2 APP
APS

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Commission Regulation (EU) No 139/2014 of 12 February 2014 laying down requirements and administrative procedures related
to aerodromes pursuant to Regulation (EC) No 216/2008 of the European Parliament and of the Council(OJ L 44, 14.2.2014, p. 1).
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Decision 2014/013/R of the Executive Director of the Agency of 27 February 2014 adopting Certification Specifications and
Guidance Material for Aerodromes Design CS-ADR-DSN - Initial issue.
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Decision 2014/012/R of the Executive Director of the Agency of 27 February 2014 adopting Acceptable Means of Compliance and
Guidance Material to Regulation (EU) No 139/2014 AMC/GM for Aerodromes Initial Issue.
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APS Identify the information on conditions of 3 Essential information on aerodrome ADV

AGA the movement area that have to be conditions ADI
2.1.3 passed to aircraft. APP
APS

Subtopic AGA 2.2 - Manoeuvring area

APS Describe manoeuvring area. 2 Regulation (EU) No 139/2014 - EASA ED ADV
AGA Decision 2014/013/R CS-ADR-DSN - Initial ADI
2.2.1 issue, EASA ED Decision 2014/012/R ADR APP
AMC/GM Initial issue APS

APS Describe taxiway. 2 ADV

AGA ADI
2.2.2 APP
APS

APS Describe the daylight marking on taxiways. 2 ADV

AGA ADI
2.2.3 APP
APS

APS Describe taxiway lighting. 2 ADV

AGA ADI
2.2.4 APP
APS

Subtopic AGA 2.3 - Runways

APS Describe runway. 2 Runway, runway surface, runway strip, ADV
AGA shoulder, runway end safety areas, ADI
2.3.1 clearways, stopways APP
APS

APS Describe instrument runway. 2 Regulation (EU) No 139/2014 - EASA ED ADI

AGA Decision 2014/013/R CS-ADR-DSN - Initial APP
2.3.2 issue, EASA ED Decision 2014/012/R ADR APS
AMC/GM Initial issue
APS Describe non-instrument runway. 2 Regulation (EU) No 139/2014 - EASA ED ADV
AGA Decision 2014/013/R CS-ADR-DSN - Initial
2.3.3 ADI
issue, EASA ED Decision 2014/012/R ADR
APP
AMC/GM Initial issue
APS

APS Explain declared distances. 2 TORA, TODA, ASDA, LDA ADV

AGA ADI
2.3.4 APP
APS

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APS Explain the differences between ACN and 2 Strength of pavements ADV
AGA PCN. ADI
2.3.5 APP
APS

APS Describe the daylight markings on 2

AGA ADV
runways. Optional content: runway designator,
2.3.6 ADI
centre line, threshold, aiming point, fixed
APP
distance, touchdown zone, side strip,
APS
colour

APS Describe runway lights. 2 ADV

AGA ADI
Optional content: colour, centre line,
2.3.7
intensity, edge, touchdown zone, APP
threshold, barettes APS

APS Explain the functions of visual landing aids. 2 ADV

AGA ADI
Optional content: AVASI, VASI, PAPI
2.3.8 APP
APS

APS Describe the approach lighting systems. 2 Centre line, cross bars, stroboscopic lights, ADV
AGA colours, intensity and brightness ADI
2.3.9 APP
APS

APS Characterise the effect of water/ice on 2 ADV

AGA runways. ADI
2.3.10 APP
APS

APS Explain braking action. 2 Braking action coefficient ADV

AGA ADI
2.3.11 APP
APS

APS Explain the effect of runway visual range 2 ADV

AGA on aerodrome operation. ADI
2.3.12 APP
APS

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TOPIC AGA 3 - OBSTACLES

Subtopic AGA 3.1 - Obstacle-free airspace around aerodromes

APS Explain the necessity for establishing and 2 ADV
AGA maintaining an obstacle-free airspace ADI
3.1.1 around aerodromes. APP
APS

TOPIC AGA 4 - MISCELLANEOUS EQUIPMENT

Subtopic AGA 4.1 - Location

APS Explain the location of different 2
AGA ADV
aerodrome ground equipment. Optional content: LLZ, GP, VDF, radio
4.1.1 ADI
communication or ATS surveillance
APP
systems sensors, stopbars, AVASI, VASI,
APS
PAPI

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AMC1 ATCO.D.010(a)(2)(vi) Composition of initial training - content

AREA CONTROL SURVEILLANCE RATING (ACS) TRAINING - SUBJECT OBJECTIVES AND TRAINING
OBJECTIVES
TABLE OF CONTENTS

AMC1 ATCO.D.010(a)(2)(vi) main paragraph

SUBJECT 1: INTRODUCTION TO THE COURSE

SUBJECT 2: AVIATION LAW

SUBJECT 3: AIR TRAFFIC MANAGEMENT

SUBJECT 4: METEOROLOGY

SUBJECT 5: NAVIGATION

SUBJECT 6: AIRCRAFT

SUBJECT 7: HUMAN FACTORS

SUBJECT 8: EQUIPMENT AND SYSTEMS

SUBJECT 9: PROFESSIONAL ENVIRONMENT

SUBJECT 10: ABNORMAL AND EMERGENCY SITUATIONS

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AREA CONTROL SURVEILLANCE RATING (ACS) TRAINING SUBJECT OBJECTIVES AND TRAINING
OBJECTIVES
(a) The general principles that apply to this AMC are contained in AMC1 ATCO.D.010(a).
(b) ATCO Rating training Area Control Surveillance Rating (ACS) should contain the following subject
objectives and training objectives that are associated with the subjects, topics and subtopics
contained in Appendix 8 to Annex I to Commission Regulation (EU) No 2015/340 Area Control
Surveillance Rating (ACS).
(c) Subjects, topics and subtopics from Appendix 8 to Annex I to Commission Regulation (EU)
2015/340 are repeated in this AMC for the convenience of the reader and do not form part of it.

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SUBJECT 1: INTRODUCTION TO THE COURSE

The subject objective is:
Learners shall know and understand the training programme that they will follow and learn how to
obtain the appropriate information.

TOPIC INTR 1 - COURSE MANAGEMENT

Subtopic INTR 1.1 - Course introduction

ACS Explain the aims and main objectives of 2
INTR the course. ALL
1.1.1

Subtopic INTR 1.2 - Course administration

ACS State course administration. 1
INTR ALL
1.2.1

Subtopic INTR 1.3 - Study material and training documentation

ACS Use appropriate documentation and their 3
INTR sources for course studies. Optional content: training
1.3.1 ALL
documentation, library, CBT library, web,
learning management server

ACS Integrate appropriate information into 4 Training documentation

INTR course studies. ALL
Optional content: supplementary
1.3.2
information, library

TOPIC INTR 2 - INTRODUCTION TO THE ATC TRAINING COURSE

Subtopic INTR 2.1 - Course content and organisation

ACS State the different training methods 1 Theoretical training, practical training,
INTR applied in the course. self-study, types of training events ALL
2.1.1

ACS State the subjects of the course and their 1

INTR purpose. ALL
2.1.2
ACS Describe the organisation of theoretical 2
INTR training. ALL
Optional content: course programme
2.1.3
ACS Describe the organisation of practical 2
INTR training. ALL
Optional content: PTP, simulation,
2.1.4
briefing, debriefing, course programme

Subtopic INTR 2.2 - Training ethos

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ACS Recognise the feedback mechanisms 1 Training progress, assessment, briefing,

INTR available. debriefing, learner/instructor feedback,
2.2.1 ALL
instructor/instructor feedback

Subtopic INTR 2.3 - Assessment process

ACS Describe the assessment process. 2
INTR ALL
2.3.1

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SUBJECT 2: AVIATION LAW

The subject objective is:
Learners shall know, understand and apply the Rules of the Air and the Regulations regarding reporting,
airspace and appreciate the Licensing and Competence principles.

TOPIC LAW 1 - ATCO LICENSING/CERTIFICATE OF COMPETENCE

Subtopic LAW 1.1 - Privileges and conditions

ACS Appreciate the conditions which shall be 3 Regulation (EU) 2015/34059 on ATCO
LAW met to issue an Area Control Surveillance Licensing ACS
1.1.1 rating. Optional content: National documents

ACS Explain how to maintain and update 2

LAW professional knowledge and skills to retain ALL
1.1.2 competence in the operational
environment.
ACS Explain the conditions for 2 Regulation (EU) 2015/340 on ATCO
LAW suspension/revocation of ATCO licence. Licensing ALL
1.1.3

TOPIC LAW 2 - RULES AND REGULATIONS

Subtopic LAW 2.1 - Reports

ACS List the standard forms for reports. 1 Air traffic incident report
LAW
Optional content: routine air reports,
2.1.1 ALL
breach of regulations, watch/log book,
records

ACS Describe the functions of, and processes 2 Reporting culture, air traffic incident
LAW for, reporting. report
2.1.2 ALL
Optional content: breach of regulations,
watch/log book, records, voluntary
reporting, ESARR 2

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Commission Regulation (EU) 2015/340 of 20 February 2015 laying down technical requirements and administrative procedures
relating to air traffic controllers' licences and certificates pursuant to Regulation (EC) No 216/2008 of the European Parliament
and of the Council, amending Commission Implementing Regulation (EU) No 923/2012 and repealing Commission Regulation (EU)
No 805/2011 (OJ L 63, 6.3.2015, p. 1).
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ACS Use forms for reporting. 3 Regulation (EU) No 376/201460, air traffic
LAW incident reporting form(s)
2.1.3 ALL
Optional content: routine air reports,
breach of regulations, watch/log book,
records

Subtopic LAW 2.2 - Airspace

ACS Appreciate classes and structure of 3
LAW airspace and their relevance to Area ACS
2.2.1 Control Surveillance rating operations.
ACS Provide planning, coordination and control 4
LAW actions appropriate to the airspace Optional content: Regulation (EU) No
2.2.2 classification and structure.
923/201261, ICAO Annex 2, ICAO Annex
11, international requirements, civil ALL
requirements, military requirements,
areas of responsibility, sectorization,
national requirements

ACS Appreciate responsibility for terrain 3

LAW clearance. ALL
2.2.3

TOPIC LAW 3 - ATC SAFETY MANAGEMENT

Subtopic LAW 3.1 - Feedback process

ACS State the importance of controller 1
LAW ALL
contribution to the feedback process. Optional content: voluntary reporting
3.1.1
ACS Describe how reported occurrences are 2
LAW analysed. ALL
Optional content: ESARR 2, local
3.1.2
procedures

ACS Name the means used to disseminate 1

LAW recommendations. ALL
Optional content: safety letters, safety
3.1.3
boards web pages

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Regulation (EU) No 376/2014 of the European Parliament and of the Council of 3 April 2014 on the reporting, analysis and follow-
up of occurrences in civil aviation, amending Regulation (EU) No 996/2010 of the European Parliament and of the Council and
repealing Directive 2003/42/EC of the European Parliament and of the Council and Commission Regulations (EC) No 1321/2007
and (EC) No 1330/2007 (OJ L 122, 24.4.2014, p. 18).
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Commission Implementing Regulation (EU) No 923/2012 of 26 September 2012 laying down the common rules of the air and
operational provisions regarding services and procedures in air navigation and amending Implementing Regulation (EU)
No 1035/2011 and Regulations (EC) No 1265/2007, (EC) No 1794/2006, (EC) No 730/2006, (EC) No 1033/2006 and (EU)No
255/2010 (OJ L 281, 13.10.2012, p. 1).
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ACS Appreciate the Just Culture concept. 3 Benefits, prerequisites, constraints

LAW ALL
Optional content: EAM 2 GUI 6, GAIN
3.1.4
Report

Subtopic LAW 3.2 - Safety Investigation

ACS Describe role and mission of Safety 2
LAW Investigation in the improvement of ALL
3.2.1 safety.
ACS Define working methods of Safety 1
LAW Investigation. ALL
3.2.2

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SUBJECT 3: AIR TRAFFIC MANAGEMENT

The subject objective is:
Learners shall manage air traffic to ensure safe, orderly and expeditious services.

TOPIC ATM 1 - PROVISION OF SERVICES

Subtopic ATM 1.1 - Air traffic control (ATC) service

ACS Appreciate own area of responsibility. 3 APP
ATM ACP
1.1.1 APS
ACS

ACS Provide area control service. 4 Regulation (EU) No 923/2012, ICAO Annex
ATM 11, ICAO Doc 7030, ICAO Doc 4444, ACP
1.1.2 operation manuals ACS

Subtopic ATM 1.2 - Flight information service (FIS)

ACS Provide FIS. 4 ICAO Doc 4444
ATM ALL
Optional content: national documents
1.2.1
ACS Use ATS surveillance system for the 3 ICAO Doc 4444, information to identified
ATM APS
provision of FIS. aircraft concerning: traffic, navigation
1.2.2 ACS
Optional content: weather

ACS Issue appropriate information concerning 3 ICAO Doc 4444, traffic information, APS
ATM the location of conflicting traffic. essential traffic information ACS
1.2.3 APP
ACP

Subtopic ATM 1.3 - Alerting service (ALRS)

ACS Provide ALRS. 4 ICAO Doc 4444
ATM ALL
Optional content: national documents
1.3.1
ACS Respond to distress and urgency messages 3 Regulation (EU) No 923/2012, ICAO Annex
ATM and signals. 10, ICAO Doc 4444
1.3.2
Optional content: EUROCONTROL
ALL
Guidelines for Controller Training in the
Handling of Unusual/Emergency
Situations

ACS Use ATS surveillance system for the 3 APS

ATM provision of ALRS. ACS
1.3.3

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Subtopic ATM 1.4 - ATS system capacity and air traffic flow management
ACS Appreciate principles of ATS system 3 APP
ATM capacity and air traffic flow management. ACP
Optional content: EUROCONTROL ATFCM
1.4.1 APS
Users Manual, FABs, FUA, free flight, etc.
ACS

ACS Apply flow management procedures in the 3 APP

ATM provision of ATC. ACP
Optional content: EUROCONTROL ATFCM
1.4.2 APS
Users Manual
ACS

ACS Organise traffic flows and patterns to take 4

ATM account of airspace boundaries. Optional content: civil and military,
1.4.3
controlled, uncontrolled, advisory, APP
restricted, danger, prohibited, special ACP
rules, sector boundaries, national APS
boundaries, FIR boundaries, delegated ACS
airspace, transfer of control, transfer of
communications, en-route, off-route

ACS Organise traffic flows and patterns to take 4 APP

ATM account of areas of responsibility. ACP
Optional content: EUROCONTROL ATFCM
1.4.4 APS
Users Manual
ACS

ACS Inform supervisor of situation. 3

ATM
Optional content: abnormal situations,
1.4.5
decrease in sector capacity, limitations APP
on systems and equipment, changes in ACP
workload/capacity, unusual APS
meteorological conditions, relevant ACS
information like: reported ground-based
incidents, forest fire, smoke, oil pollution

ACS Organise traffic flows and patterns to take 4 APS

ATM account of ATS surveillance system ACS
1.4.6 capability.

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Subtopic ATM 1.5 - Airspace management (ASM)

ACS Appreciate the principles and means of 3 Regulation (EC) No 551/200462, Regulation
ATM ASM. (EC) 2150/200563, Regulation (EC) APP
1.5.1 No 730/200664 ACP
Optional content: FABs, EUROCONTROL APS
Specification for the application of FUA, ACS
TSAs, CDRs, CBAs

ACS Organise traffic to take account of ASM. 4 Real-time activation, deactivation or

ATM APS
reallocation of airspace
1.5.2 ACS
Optional content: CDR, TSA, TRA, CBA

TOPIC ATM 2 - COMMUNICATION

Subtopic ATM 2.1 - Effective communication

ACS Use approved phraseology. 3 ICAO Doc 4444
ATM
Optional content: ICAO Doc 9432 RTF
2.1.1 ALL
manual, standard words and phrases as
contained in ICAO Annex 10 Vol. 2

ACS Ensure effective communication. 4 Communication techniques, ALL

ATM readback/verification of readback
2.1.2

TOPIC ATM 3 - ATC CLEARANCES AND ATC INSTRUCTIONS

Subtopic ATM 3.1 - ATC clearances

ACS Issue appropriate ATC clearances. 3 ICAO Doc 4444
ATM ALL
Optional content: national documents
3.1.1
ACS Integrate appropriate ATC clearances in 4
ATM control service. ALL
3.1.2
ACS Ensure the agreed course of action is 4
ATM carried out. ALL
3.1.3

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Regulation (EC) No 551/2004 of the European Parliament and of the Council of 10 March 2004 on the organisation and use of the
airspace in the single European sky (the airspace Regulation) - Commission statement (OJ L 96, 31.3.2004, p. 20).
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Commission Regulation (EC) No 2150/2005 of 23 December 2005 laying down common rules for the flexible use of airspace (OJ L
342, 24.12.2005, p. 20.)
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Commission Regulation (EC) No 730/2006 of 11 May 2006 on airspace classification and access of flights operated under visual
flight rules above flight level 195 (OJ L 128, 16.5.2006, p. 3).
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Subtopic ATM 3.2 - ATC instructions

ACS Issue appropriate ATC instructions. 3 ICAO Doc 4444
ATM ALL
Optional content: national documents
3.2.1
ACS Integrate appropriate ATC instructions in 4
ATM control service. ALL
3.2.2
ACS Ensure the agreed course of action is 4
ATM carried out. ALL
3.2.3

TOPIC ATM 4 - COORDINATION

Subtopic ATM 4.1 - Necessity for coordination

ACS Identify the need for coordination. 3
ATM ALL
4.1.1

Subtopic ATM 4.2 - Tools and methods for coordination

ACS Use the available tools for coordination. 3 Optional content: electronic transfer of
ATM flight data, telephone, interphone,
4.2.1 intercom, direct speech, radiotelephone ALL
(RTF), local agreements, automated
system coordination

Subtopic ATM 4.3 - Coordination procedures

ACS Initiate appropriate coordination. 3 Delegation/transfer of responsibility for
ATM air-ground communications and
4.3.1 separation, transfer of control, etc. ICAO ALL
Doc 4444
Optional content: release point

ACS Analyse effect of coordination requested 4

ATM by an adjacent position/unit. Optional content: delegation/transfer of
4.3.2
responsibility for air-ground ALL
communications and separation, release
point, transfer of control, etc.

ACS Select, after negotiation, an appropriate 5

ATM course of action. ALL
4.3.3
ACS Ensure the agreed course of action is 4
ATM carried out. ALL
4.3.4
ACS Coordinate in the provision of FIS. 4 ICAO Doc 4444
ATM ALL
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ACS Coordinate in the provision of ALRS. 4 ICAO Doc 4444

ATM ALL
4.3.6

TOPIC ATM 5 - ALTIMETRY AND LEVEL ALLOCATION

Subtopic ATM 5.1 - Altimetry

ACS Allocate levels according to altimetry data. 4 ICAO Doc 8168, ICAO Doc 4444
ATM ALL
5.1.1
ACS Ensure separation according to altimetry 4
ATM data. Optional content: transition level,
5.1.2
transition altitude, transition layer, ALL
height, flight level, altitude, vertical
distance to airspace boundaries

Subtopic ATM 5.2 - Terrain clearance

ACS Provide planning, coordination and control 4
ATM actions appropriate to the rules for Optional content: minimum vectoring
5.2.1 minimum safe levels and terrain
altitude, terrain clearance dimensions, APS
clearance.
minimum safe altitudes, transition level, ACS
minimum flight level, minimum sector
altitude

TOPIC ATM 6 - SEPARATIONS

Subtopic ATM 6.1 - Vertical separation

ACS Provide standard vertical separation. 4 ICAO Doc 4444, ICAO Doc 7030, level
ATM ACP
allocation, during climb/descent, rate of
6.1.1 climb/descent, RVSM, non-RVSM aircraft, ACS
holding pattern
ACS Provide increased vertical separation. 4 ICAO Doc 4444, ICAO Doc 7030 APP
ATM ACP
Optional content: level allocation, during
6.1.2 APS
climb/descent, rate of climb/descent
ACS

ACS Appreciate the application of vertical 3 ICAO Doc 4444, ICAO Doc 7030 APP
ATM emergency separation. ACP
6.1.3 APS
ACS

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ACS Provide vertical separation in a 4 Pressure altitude-derived information,

ATM surveillance environment. pilot level reports APS
6.1.4 ACS
Optional content: into/out of ATS
surveillance system coverage

Subtopic ATM 6.2 - Longitudinal separation in a surveillance environment

ACS Provide longitudinal separation in a 4 Successive departures, successive arrivals,
ATM surveillance environment. ACS
overflights, speed control, Mach number
6.2.1 techniques, silent transfer, ICAO Doc 4444

Subtopic ATM 6.3 - Wake turbulence distance-based separation

ACS Provide distance-based wake turbulence 4 ICAO Doc 4444 APS
ATM separation. ACS
Optional content: national documents
6.3.1

Subtopic ATM 6.4 - Separation based on ATS surveillance systems

ACS Describe how separation based on ATS 2 ICAO Doc 4444 APS
ATM surveillance systems is applied. ACS
6.4.1
ACS Provide horizontal separation. 4 ICAO Doc 4444, ICAO Doc 7030, local
ATM APS
operation manuals, holding
6.4.2 ACS

ACS Provide horizontal separation by 4

ATM vectoring in a variety of situations. APS
Optional content: transit, meteorological
6.4.3
phenomena, vectoring for approach, ACS
departure vs transit vs arrival

ACS Ensure horizontal or vertical separation 4 Adjacent sectors, PRD, TSAs. APS
ATM from airspace boundaries. ACS
6.4.4

TOPIC ATM 7 - AIRBORNE COLLISION AVOIDANCE SYSTEMS AND GROUND-BASED

SAFETY NETS
Subtopic ATM 7.1 - Airborne collision avoidance systems
ACS Differentiate between ACAS advisory 2 ICAO Doc 9863
ATM ACP
thresholds and separation standards Optional content: EUROCONTROL TCAS
7.1.1 applicable in the area control ACS
environment. web page

ACS Describe the controller responsibility 2 ICAO Doc 4444

ATM during and following an ACAS RA reported ALL
7.1.2 by pilot.
ACS Respond to pilot notification of actions 3 ACAS, TAWS
ATM based on airborne systems warnings. ALL
Optional content: EUROCONTROL ACAS
7.1.3
web page

Subtopic ATM 7.2 - Ground-based safety nets

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ACS Describe the controller responsibility 2 ICAO Doc 4444

ATM APS
during and following safety net warnings. Optional content: STCA, MSAW, APW,
7.2.1 ACS
APM

ACS Respond to ground-based safety net 3

ATM APS
warnings. Optional content: STCA, MSAW, APW,
7.2.2 ACS
APM

TOPIC ATM 8 - DATA DISPLAY

Subtopic ATM 8.1 - Data management

ACS Update the data display to accurately 3
ATM reflect the traffic situation. Optional content: information displayed,
8.1.1
strip marking procedures, electronic
ALL
information data displays, actions based
on traffic display information, calculation
of EETs

ACS Analyse pertinent data on data displays. 4

ATM ALL
8.1.2
ACS Organise pertinent data on data displays. 4
ATM ALL
8.1.3
ACS Obtain flight plan information. 3 CPL, FPL, supplementary information
ATM ALL
Optional content: RPL, AFIL, etc.
8.1.4
ACS Use flight plan information. 3
ATM ALL
8.1.5

TOPIC ATM 9 - OPERATIONAL ENVIRONMENT (SIMULATED)

Subtopic ATM 9.1 - Integrity of the operational environment

ACS Obtain information concerning the 3
ATM operational environment. ALL
Optional content: briefing, notices, local
9.1.1
orders, verification of information

ACS Ensure the integrity of the operational 4 APP

ATM environment. ACP
Optional content: integrity of displays,
9.1.2
verification of the information provided APS
by displays, etc. ACS

Subtopic ATM 9.2 - Verification of the currency of operational procedures

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ACS Check all relevant documentation before 3

ATM managing traffic. ALL
Optional content: briefing, LOAs, NOTAM,
9.2.1
AICs

ACS Manage traffic in accordance with 4 APP

ATM procedural changes. ACP
9.2.2 APS
ACS

Subtopic ATM 9.3 - Handover-takeover

ACS Transfer information to the relieving 3
ATM ALL
controller.
9.3.1
ACS Obtain information from the controller 3
ATM handing over. ALL
9.3.2

TOPIC ATM 10 - PROVISION OF CONTROL SERVICE

Subtopic ATM 10.1 - Responsibility and processing of information

ACS Describe the division of responsibility 2 ICAO Doc 4444
ATM ALL
between air traffic control units.
10.1.1
ACS Describe the responsibility in regard to 2 ICAO Doc 4444
ATM ALL
military traffic. Optional content: ICAO Doc 9554
10.1.2
ACS Describe the responsibility in regard to 2 ICAO Doc 4444 APP
ATM unmanned free balloons. ACP
10.1.3 APS
ACS

ACS Obtain operational information. 3 ICAO Doc 4444, local operation manuals APP
ATM ACP
10.1.4 APS
ACS

ACS Interpret operational information. 5 APP

ATM ACP
10.1.5 APS
ACS

ACS Organise forwarding of operational 4 APP

ATM information. ACP
Optional content: including the use of
10.1.6 APS
backup procedures
ACS

ACS Integrate operational information into 4 APP

ATM control decisions. ACP
10.1.7
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APS
ACS

ACS Appreciate the influence of operational 3

ATM requirements. ALL
Optional content: military flying,
10.1.8
calibration flights, aerial photography
Subtopic ATM 10.2 - ATS surveillance service
ACS Explain the responsibility for the provision 2 ICAO Doc 4444, ICAO Annex 11, local
ATM of ATS surveillance service appropriate to operation manuals ACS
10.2.1 ACS rating.

ACS Explain the functions that may be 2 ICAO Doc 4444 APS
ATM performed with the use of ATS
10.2.2 surveillance systems derived information ACS
presented on a situation display.
ACS Provide planning, coordination and control 4 Regulation (EU) No 923/2012, ICAO Annex ACS
ATM actions appropriate to the VFR and IFR in 11, ICAO Doc 4444 ACP
10.2.3 VMC and IMC.
ACS Apply the procedures for termination of 3 ICAO Doc 4444
ATM ATS surveillance service. APS
Optional content: transfer of control,
10.2.4 ACS
termination or interruption of ATS
surveillance service

Subtopic ATM 10.3 - Traffic management process

ACS Ensure that situational awareness is 4 Information gathering, scanning, traffic APS
ATM maintained. projection ACS
10.3.1
ACS Detect conflicts in time for appropriate 4
ATM ALL
resolution.
10.3.2
ACS Identify potential solutions to achieve a 3 APP
ATM safe and effective traffic flow. ACP
10.3.3 APS
ACS

ACS Evaluate possible outcomes of different 5 APP

ATM planning and control actions. ACP
10.3.4 APS
ACS

ACS Select an appropriate plan in time to 5 APP

ATM achieve safe and effective traffic flow. ACP
10.3.5 APS
ACS

ACS Ensure an adequate priority of actions. 4 ALL

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ACS Execute selected plan in a timely manner. 3 APP

ATM ACP
10.3.7 APS
ACS

ACS Ensure a safe and efficient outcome is 4 Traffic monitoring, adaptability and follow
ATM achieved. up ALL
10.3.8

Subtopic ATM 10.4 - Handling traffic

ACS Manage arrivals, departures and 4 APP
ATM overflights. ACP
10.4.1 APS
ACS

ACS Balance the workload against personal 5 APP

ATM capacity. ACP
Optional content: re-routing, re-planning,
10.4.2
prioritising solutions, denying requests, APS
delegating responsibility for separation ACS

ACS Define flight path monitoring and 1 ICAO Doc 4444 APS
ATM vectoring. ACS
10.4.3
ACS Explain the requirements for vectoring and 2 ICAO Doc 4444 APS
ATM termination of vectoring. ACS
10.4.4
ACS Provide vectoring. 4 ICAO Doc 4444
ATM
Optional content: separation, expediting
10.4.5
arrivals, departures and/or climb to APS
cruising levels, aircraft leaving the hold, ACS
navigation assistance, uncontrolled
airspace, etc.

ACS Apply the procedures for termination of 3 ICAO Doc 4444 APS
ATM vectoring. ACS
10.4.6

Subtopic ATM 10.5 - Control service with advanced system support

ACS Appreciate the impact of advanced 3
ATM systems on the provision of area control Optional content: sequencing systems,
10.5.1 service.
automated holding lists, vertical traffic
ACS
displays, conflict detection and decision
making tools, automated information
and coordination tools

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TOPIC ATM 11 - HOLDING

Subtopic ATM 11.1 - General holding procedures

ACS Apply holding procedures. 3 ICAO Doc 4444, holding instructions, APP
ATM allocation of holding levels, onward ACP
11.1.1 clearance times APS
ACS

ACS Appreciate the factors affecting holding 3 Effect of speed, effect of level used, effect APP
ATM patterns. of navigation aid in use, turbulence, ACP
11.1.2 aircraft type APS
ACS

Subtopic ATM 11.2 - Holding aircraft

ACS Calculate expected onward clearance 3 ACP
ATM times. ACS
11.2.1

Subtopic ATM 11.3 - Holding in a surveillance environment

ACS Organise traffic to separate other aircraft 4 APS
ATM from holding aircraft. ACS
11.3.1
ACS Integrate system support, when available. 4
ATM APS
Optional content: arrival management
11.3.2
system, automated holding lists, vertical ACS
traffic displays

TOPIC ATM 12 - IDENTIFICATION

Subtopic ATM 12.1 - Establishment of identification

ACS Appreciate the precautions when 3 APS
ATM establishing identification. ACS
12.1.1
ACS Identify aircraft. 3
ATM APS
Optional content: PSR, SSR or ADS
12.1.2 ACS
identification method

ACS Apply procedures in the case of 3 APS

ATM misidentification. ACS
12.1.3

Subtopic ATM 12.2 - Maintenance of identification

ACS Appreciate the necessity to maintain 3 APS
ATM identification. ACS
12.2.1

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Subtopic ATM 12.3 - Loss of identity

ACS Appreciate when an aircraft identification 3
ATM is lost or in doubt. Optional content: out of ATS surveillance
12.3.1 APS
system coverage, failure of ATS
ACS
surveillance system, weather clutter,
other clutter, garbling, holding, etc.

ACS Apply methods to re-establish 3 APS

ATM identification. ACS
12.3.2
ACS Respond to loss/doubt concerning 3 APS
ATM identification. ACS
Optional content: procedural separation
12.3.3

Subtopic ATM 12.4 - Position Information

ACS Appreciate the circumstances when 3 APS
ATM position information should be passed to ACS
12.4.1 the aircraft.
ACS State the format in which position 1 ICAO Doc 4444 APS
ATM information can be passed to aircraft. ACS
12.4.2

Subtopic ATM 12.5 - Transfer of identity

ACS Apply the methods of transfer of 3 APS
ATM identification. ACS
12.5.1
ACS Appreciate the precautions when 3 APS
ATM transferring identification. ACS
12.5.2

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SUBJECT 4: METEOROLOGY
The subject objective is:
Learners shall acquire, decode and make proper use of meteorological information relevant to the
provision of ATS.

TOPIC MET 1 - METEOROLOGICAL PHENOMENA

Subtopic MET 1.1 - Meteorological phenomena

ACS Appreciate the impact of adverse weather. 3 Thunderstorms, icing, jet streams, clear air
MET turbulence (CAT), turbulence, microburst,
1.1.1 ACP
severe mountain waves, line squalls,
ACS
volcanic ash
Optional content: solar radiation

ACS Integrate data about meteorological 4 Clearances, instructions and transmitted

MET phenomena into provision of ATS. information
1.1.2 ALL
Optional content: relevant
meteorological phenomena

ACS Use techniques to avoid adverse weather 3 Re-routing, level change, etc. APP
MET when necessary/possible. ACP
1.1.3 APS
ACS

TOPIC MET 2 - SOURCES OF METEOROLOGICAL DATA

Subtopic MET 2.1 - Sources of meteorological information

ACS Obtain meteorological information 3 METAR, TAF, SIGMET, AIRMET APP
MET ACP
Optional content: AIREP/AIREP Special
2.1.1 APS
ACS

ACS Relay meteorological information. 3 ICAO Doc 4444

MET ALL
Optional content: flight information
2.1.2
centre, adjacent ATS unit

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SUBJECT 5: NAVIGATION
The subject objective is:
Learners shall analyse all navigational aspects in order to organise the traffic.

TOPIC NAV 1 - MAPS AND AERONAUTICAL CHARTS

Subtopic NAV 1.1 - Maps and charts

ACS Use relevant maps and charts. 3 APP
NAV ACP
1.1.1 APS
ACS

TOPIC NAV 2 - INSTRUMENT NAVIGATION

Subtopic NAV 2.1 - Navigational systems

ACS Manage traffic in case of change in the 4 APP
NAV operational status of navigational systems. ACP
Optional content: limitations, status of
2.1.1
ground-based and satellite-based APS
systems ACS

ACS Appreciate the effect of precision, 3

NAV limitations and change of the operational ALL
Optional content: limitations, status,
2.1.2 status of navigational systems.
degraded procedures

Subtopic NAV 2.2 - Navigational assistance

ACS Evaluate the necessary information to be 5
NAV provided to pilots in need of navigational APP
Optional content: nearest most suitable
2.2.1 assistance.
aerodrome, track, heading, distance, ACP
aerodrome information, any other APS
navigational assistance relevant at the ACS
time

ACS Assist aircraft in navigation when required. 3 Aircraft observed to be deviating from its
NAV APS
known intended route, on request
2.2.2 ACS

Subtopic NAV 2.3 - PBN applications

ACS State the navigation applications used in 1 Terminal-RNAV-1 (P-RNAV); En-route-
NAV terminal and en-route environments. RNAV-5 (B-RNAV) ACP
2.3.1 ACS
Optional content: A-RNP, EC PBN
Implementing Rule, ICAO Doc 9613

ACS Explain the principles and designation of 2 APP

NAV navigation specifications in use. ACP
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2.3.2 Optional content: performance, APS

functionality, sensors, aircrew and ACS
controller requirements

ACS State future PBN developments. 1 A-RNP, APV ADI

NAV APP
Optional content: RNP 3D, RNP 4D
2.3.3 ACP
APS
ACS

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SUBJECT 6: AIRCRAFT
The subject objective is:
Learners shall assess and integrate aircraft performance in the provision of ATS.

TOPIC ACFT 1 - AIRCRAFT INSTRUMENTS

Subtopic ACFT 1.1 - Aircraft instruments

ACS Integrate information from aircraft 4
ACFT instruments provided by the pilot in the ALL
1.1.1 provision of ATS.
ACS Explain the operation of aircraft radio 2
ACFT equipment. ALL
Optional content: radios (number of),
1.1.2
emergency radios

ACS Explain the operation of on-board 2 Transponders: equipment Mode A, Mode ADI
ACFT surveillance equipment. C, Mode S, ADS capability APS
1.1.3 ACS

TOPIC ACFT 2 - AIRCRAFT CATEGORIES

Subtopic ACFT 2.1 - Wake turbulence

ACS Explain the wake turbulence effect and 2
ACFT ALL
associated hazards to the succeeding
2.1.1 aircraft.
ACS Appreciate the techniques used to prevent 3
ACFT hazards associated with wake turbulence ALL
2.1.2 on succeeding aircraft.

TOPIC ACFT 3 - FACTORS AFFECTING AIRCRAFT PERFORMANCE

Subtopic ACFT 3.1 - Climb factors

ACS Integrate the influence of factors affecting 4 APP
ACFT aircraft during climb. ACP
Optional content: speed, mass, air
3.1.1
density, cabin pressurisation, wind and APS
temperature ACS

Subtopic ACFT 3.2 - Cruise factors

ACS Integrate the influence of factors affecting 4 Level, cruising speed, wind, mass, cabin APP
ACFT aircraft during cruise. pressurisation ACP
3.2.1 APS
ACS

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Subtopic ACFT 3.3 - Descent factors

ACS Integrate the influence of factors affecting 4
ACFT ACP
aircraft during descent. Optional content: wind, speed, rate of
3.3.1 ACS
descent, cabin pressurisation

Subtopic ACFT 3.4 - Economic factors

ACS Integrate consideration of economic 4
ACFT factors affecting aircraft. ACP
Optional content: routing, level, speed,
3.4.1
rate of climb and rate of descent, ACS
approach profile, top of descent

ACS Use continuous climb techniques where 3 APP

ACFT applicable. ACP
3.4.2 APS
ACS

ACS Use direct routing where applicable. 3 APP

ACFT ACP
3.4.3 APS
ACS

Subtopic ACFT 3.5 - Environmental factors

ACS Appreciate the performance restrictions 3
ACFT due to environmental constraints. ACP
Optional content: fuel dumping,
3.5.1
minimum flight levels, continuous ACS
descent operations

TOPIC ACFT 4 - AIRCRAFT DATA

Subtopic ACFT 4.1 - Performance data

ACS Integrate the average performance data of 4 Performance data under a representative APP
ACFT a representative sample of aircraft which variety of circumstances ACP
4.1.1 will be encountered in the APS
operational/working environment into the
ACS
provision of a control service.

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SUBJECT 7: HUMAN FACTORS

The subject objective is:
Learners shall recognise the necessity to constantly extend their knowledge and analyse factors which
affect personal and team performance.

TOPIC HUM 1 - PSYCHOLOGICAL FACTORS

Subtopic HUM 1.1 - Cognitive

ACS Describe the human information 2 Attention, perception, memory,
HUM processing model. situational awareness, decision making,
1.1.1 ALL
response

ACS Describe the factors which influence 2 Confidence, stress, learning, knowledge,
HUM human information processing. ALL
experience, fatigue, alcohol/drugs,
1.1.2 distraction, interpersonal relations
ACS Monitor the effect of human information 3
HUM processing factors on decision making. Optional content: workload, stress,
1.1.3 ALL
interpersonal relations, distraction,
confidence

TOPIC HUM 2 - MEDICAL AND PHYSIOLOGICAL FACTORS

Subtopic HUM 2.1 - Fatigue

ACS State factors that cause fatigue. 1 Shift work
HUM ALL
Optional content: night shifts and rosters
2.1.1
ACS Describe the onset of fatigue. 2
HUM
Optional content: lack of concentration,
2.1.2
listlessness, irritability, frustration, ICAO ALL
Circular 241 AN/145 Human factors in
Air Traffic Control

ACS Recognise the onset of fatigue in self. 1

HUM
Optional content: ICAO Circular 241
2.1.3 ALL
AN/145 Human factors in Air Traffic
Control

ACS Recognise the onset of fatigue in others. 1

HUM ALL
2.1.4
ACS Describe appropriate action when 2
HUM ALL
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2.1.5

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Subtopic HUM 2.2 - Fitness

ACS Recognise signs of lack of personal fitness. 1
HUM ALL
2.2.1
ACS Describe actions when aware of a lack of 2
HUM personal fitness. ALL
2.2.2

TOPIC HUM 3 - SOCIAL AND ORGANISATIONAL FACTORS

Subtopic HUM 3.1 - Team resource management (TRM)

ACS State the relevance of TRM. 1
HUM
Optional content: TRM course,
3.1.1 ALL
EUROCONTROL Guidelines for the
development of TRM training

ACS State the content of the TRM concept. 1

HUM
Optional content: team work, human
3.1.2 ALL
error, team roles, stress, decision making,
communication, situational awareness

Subtopic HUM 3.2 - Teamwork and team roles

ACS Identify reasons for conflict. 3
HUM ALL
3.2.1
ACS Describe actions to prevent human 2
HUM ALL
conflicts. Optional content: TRM team roles
3.2.2
ACS Describe strategies to cope with human 2
HUM conflicts. ALL
Optional content: in your team, in the
3.2.3
simulator

Subtopic HUM 3.3 - Responsible behaviour

ACS Consider the factors which influence 2
HUM responsible behaviour. Optional content: situation, team,
3.3.1
personal situation and judgement, ALL
instance of justification, moral
motivation, personality

ACS Apply responsible judgement. 3 Case study and discussion about a

HUM dilemma situation ALL
3.3.2

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TOPIC HUM 4 - STRESS

Subtopic HUM 4.1 - Stress

ACS Recognise the effects of stress on 1 Stress and its symptoms in self and in ALL
HUM performance. others
4.1.1
Subtopic HUM 4.2 - Stress management
ACS Act to reduce stress. 3 The effect of personality in coping with
HUM ALL
stress, the benefits of active stress
4.2.1 management
ACS Respond to stressful situation by offering, 3
HUM asking or accepting assistance. Optional content: the benefits of offering,
4.2.2 ALL
accepting and asking for help in stressful
situations

ACS Recognise the effect of shocking and 1 Self and others, abnormal situations, CISM
HUM stressful events. ALL
4.2.3
ACS Consider the benefits of Critical Incident 2
HUM Stress Management (CISM). ALL
4.2.4
ACS Explain procedures used following an 2
HUM incident/accident. ALL
Optional content: CISM, counselling,
4.2.5
human element

TOPIC HUM 5 - HUMAN ERROR

Subtopic HUM 5.1 - Human error

ACS Explain the relationship between error and 2 Number and combination of errors,
HUM safety. proactive versus reactive approach to
5.1.1 discovery of error
ALL
Optional content: ICAO Circular 314
AN/178 Threat and Error Management
(TEM) in Air Traffic Control

ACS Differentiate between the types of error. 2 Slips, lapses, mistakes

HUM
Optional content: Circular 314 AN/178
5.1.2 ALL
Threat and Error Management (TEM) in
Air Traffic Control

ACS Describe error-prone conditions. 2

HUM
Optional content: increase in traffic,
5.1.3
changes in procedures, complexities of ALL
systems or traffic, weather, unusual
occurrences

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ACS Collect examples of different error types, 3

HUM their causes and consequences in ATC. Optional content: ICAO Circular 314
5.1.4 ALL
AN/178 Threat and Error Management
(TEM) in Air Traffic Control

ACS Explain how to detect errors to 2 STCA, MSAW, individual and collective
HUM compensate for them. strategy
5.1.5 ALL
Optional content: ICAO Circular 314
AN/178 Threat and Error Management
(TEM) in Air Traffic Control

ACS Execute corrective actions. 3 Error compensation

HUM
Optional content: ICAO Circular 314
5.1.6 ALL
AN/178 Threat and Error Management
(TEM) in Air Traffic Control

ACS Explain the importance of error 2

HUM management. Optional content: prevention of incidents,
5.1.7 ALL
safety improvement, revision of
procedures and/or working practises

ACS Describe the impact on an ATCO following 2

HUM an occurrence/incident. ALL
Optional content: reporting, SMS,
5.1.8
investigation, CISM

Subtopic HUM 5.2 - Violation of rules

ACS Explain the causes and dangers of 2
HUM violation of rules becoming accepted as a Optional content: ICAO Circular 314
5.2.1 practice. ALL
AN/178 Threat and Error Management
(TEM) in Air Traffic Control

TOPIC HUM 6 - COLLABORATIVE WORK

Subtopic HUM 6.1 - Communication

ACS Use communication effectively in ATC. 3
HUM ALL
6.1.1
ACS Analyse examples of pilot and controller 4
HUM ALL
communication for effectiveness.
6.1.2

Subtopic HUM 6.2 - Collaborative work within the same area of responsibility
ACS List communication means between 1
HUM controllers in charge of the same area of ALL
Optional content: electronic, written,
6.2.1 responsibility (sector or tower).
verbal and non-verbal communication

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ACS Explain consequences of the use of 2

HUM communication means on effectiveness. ALL
Optional content: strips legibility and
6.2.2
encoding, labels designation, feedback

ACS List possible actions to provide a safe 1

HUM position handover. ALL
Optional content: rigour, preparation,
6.2.3
overlap time

ACS Explain consequences of a missed position 2

HUM handover process. ALL
6.2.4

Subtopic HUM 6.3 - Collaborative work between different areas of responsibility

ACS List factors and means for an effective 1
HUM coordination between sectors and/or ALL
Optional content: other sectors
6.3.1 tower positions.
constraints, electronic coordination tools

Subtopic HUM 6.4 - Controller/pilot cooperation

ACS Describe parameters affecting 2
HUM controller/pilot cooperation. Optional content: workload, mutual
6.4.1 ALL
knowledge, controller vs pilot mental
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SUBJECT 8: EQUIPMENT AND SYSTEMS

The subject objective is:
Learners shall integrate knowledge and understanding of the basic working principles of equipment and
systems and comply with the equipment and system degradation procedures in the provision of ATS.

TOPIC EQPS 1 - VOICE COMMUNICATIONS

Subtopic EQPS 1.1 - Radio communications

ACS Operate two-way communication 3 Transmit/receive switches, procedures
EQPS equipment. ALL
Optional content: frequency selection,
1.1.1
standby equipment

ACS Identify indications of operational status 3

EQPS of radio equipment. Optional content: indicator lights,
1.1.2 ALL
serviceability displays, selector/frequency
displays

ACS Consider radio range. 2

EQPS APP
Optional content: transfer to another
1.1.3 ACP
frequency, apparent radio failure, failure
APS
to establish radio contact, frequency
ACS
protection range

Subtopic EQPS 1.2 - Other voice communications

ACS Operate landline communications. 3
EQPS ALL
Optional content: telephone, interphone
1.2.1
and intercom equipment

TOPIC EQPS 2 - AUTOMATION IN ATS

Subtopic EQPS 2.1 - Aeronautical fixed telecommunication network (AFTN)

ACS Decode AFTN messages. 3
EQPS
Optional content: movement and control
2.1.1 ALL
messages, NOTAM, SNOWTAM,
BIRDTAM, etc.

Subtopic EQPS 2.2 - Automatic data interchange

ACS Use automatic data transfer equipment 3 ADV
EQPS where available. ADI
Optional content: sequencing systems,
2.2.1
automated information and APS
coordination, OLDI ACS

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TOPIC EQPS 3 - CONTROLLER WORKING POSITION

Subtopic EQPS 3.1 - Operation and monitoring of equipment

ACS Monitor the technical integrity of the 3 Notification procedures, responsibilities
EQPS controller working position. ALL
3.1.1
ACS Operate the equipment of the controller 3
EQPS working position. Optional content: situation displays,
3.1.2
flight progress board, flight data display,
ALL
radio, telephone, maps and charts, strip-
printer, clock, information systems,
UDF/VDF

ACS Operate available equipment in abnormal 3

EQPS ALL
and emergency situations.
3.1.3

Subtopic EQPS 3.2 - Situation displays and information systems

ACS Use situation displays. 3
EQPS ALL
3.2.1
ACS Check availability of information material. 3
EQPS ALL
3.2.2
ACS Obtain information from equipment. 3 APP
EQPS ACP
3.2.3 APS
ACS

Subtopic EQPS 3.3 - Flight data systems

ACS Use the flight data information at 3
EQPS controller working position. ALL
3.3.1

Subtopic EQPS 3.4 - Use of ATS surveillance system

ACS Use the ATS surveillance system functions. 3 APS
EQPS ACS
3.4.1
ACS Analyse the information provided by the 4 APS
EQPS ATS surveillance system. ACS
3.4.2
ACS Assign codes. 4 APS
EQPS ACS
3.4.3
ACS Appreciate the use of advanced 3 APS
EQPS surveillance technology. ACS
Optional content: Mode S, ADS-B, MLAT
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Subtopic EQPS 3.5 - Advanced systems

ACS Appreciate the use of controller pilot 3 APS
EQPS datalink communications when available. ACS
3.5.1
ACS Appreciate the use of information 3
EQPS APS
provided by advanced systems. Optional content: trajectory-based
3.5.2 ACS
information, MTCD, MONA, etc.

TOPIC EQPS 4 - FUTURE EQUIPMENT

Subtopic EQPS 4.1 - New developments

ACS Recognise future developments. 1 New advanced systems
EQPS ALL
4.1.1

TOPIC EQPS 5 - EQUIPMENT AND SYSTEMS LIMITATIONS AND DEGRADATION

Subtopic EQPS 5.1 - Reaction to limitations

ACS Take account of the limitations of 2
EQPS ALL
equipment and systems.
5.1.1
ACS Respond to technical deficiencies of the 3 Notification procedures, responsibilities
EQPS operational position. ALL
5.1.2

Subtopic EQPS 5.2 - Communication equipment degradation

ACS Identify that communication equipment 3 APP
EQPS has degraded. ACP
Optional content: ground-air and landline
5.2.1 APS
communications
ACS

ACS Apply contingency procedures in the event 3 Procedures for total or partial degradation APP
EQPS of communication equipment of ground-air and landline ACP
5.2.2 degradation. communications, alternative methods of APS
transferring data ACS

Subtopic EQPS 5.3 - Navigational equipment degradation

ACS Identify when a navigational equipment 3
EQPS failure will affect operational ability. ALL
Optional content: VOR, navigational aids
5.3.1
ACS Apply contingency procedures in the event 3 ADI
EQPS of a navigational equipment degradation. APP
Optional content: vertical separation,
5.3.2
information to aircraft, navigational ACP
assistance, seeking assistance from APS
adjacent units ACS

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Subtopic EQPS 5.4 - Surveillance equipment degradation

ACS Identify that surveillance equipment has 3 Partial power failure, loss of certain
EQPS APS
degraded. facilities, total failure
5.4.1 ACS

ACS Apply contingency procedures in the event 3

EQPS of surveillance equipment degradation. Optional content: inform adjacent
5.4.2
sectors, inform aircraft, apply vertical
APS
separation (emergency), increased
ACS
horizontal separation, reduce the number
of aircraft entering area of responsibility,
transfer aircraft to another unit

Subtopic EQPS 5.5 - ATC processing system degradation

ACS Identify a processing system degradation. 3
EQPS APS
Optional content: FDPS, SDPS, software
5.5.1 ACS
processing of situation display

ACS Apply contingency procedures in the 3 APS

EQPS event of a processing system degradation. ACS
5.5.2

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SUBJECT 9: PROFESSIONAL ENVIRONMENT

The subject objective is:
Learners shall identify the need for close cooperation with other parties concerning ATM operations and
appreciate aspects of environmental protection.

TOPIC PEN 1 - FAMILIARISATION

Subtopic PEN 1.1 - Study visit to area control centre

ACS Appreciate the functions and provision of 3 Study visit to area control centre ACP
PEN an operational area control service. ACS
1.1.1

TOPIC PEN 2 - AIRSPACE USERS

Subtopic PEN 2.1 - Contributors to civil ATS operations

ACS Characterise civil ATS activities in area 2 Study visit to an area control centre
PEN ACP
control centre. Optional content: familiarisation visits to
2.1.1 ACS
TWR, APP, AIS, RCC

ACS Characterise other parties interfacing with 2

PEN ATS operations. Optional content: familiarisation visits to
2.1.2 ALL
engineering services, fire and emergency
services, airline operations offices

Subtopic PEN 2.2 - Contributors to military ATS operations

ACS Characterise military ATS activities. 2
PEN
Optional content: familiarisation visits to
2.2.1 ALL
TWR, APP, ACC, AIS, RCC, Air Defence
Units

TOPIC PEN 3 - CUSTOMER RELATIONS

Subtopic PEN 3.1 - Provision of services and user requirements

ACS Identify the role of ATC as a service 3
PEN ALL
provider.
3.1.1
ACS Appreciate ATS users requirements. 3
PEN ALL
3.1.2

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TOPIC PEN 4 - ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION

Subtopic PEN 4.1 - Environmental protection

ACS Appreciate the mitigation techniques used 3
PEN en-route to minimise the aviations impact Optional content: free route airspace
4.1.1 on the environment.
(FRA), night/weekend routes, ICAO ACP
Circular 303 - Operational opportunities ACS
to minimize fuel use and reduce
emissions

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SUBJECT 10: ABNORMAL AND EMERGENCY SITUATIONS

The subject objective is:
Learners shall develop professional attitudes to manage traffic in abnormal and emergency situations.

TOPIC ABES 1 - ABNORMAL AND EMERGENCY SITUATIONS (ABES)

Subtopic ABES 1.1 - Overview of ABES

ACS List common abnormal and emergency 1
ABES situations. Optional content: EATM Guidelines for
1.1.1
Controller Training in the Handling of
Unusual/Emergency Situations, ALL
ambulance flights, ground based safety
nets alerts, airframe failure, unreliable
instruments, runway incursion

ACS Identify potential or actual abnormal and 3

ABES emergency situations. ALL
1.1.2
ACS Take into account the procedures for 2 APP
ABES given abnormal and emergency situations. ACP
Optional content: ICAO Doc 4444
1.1.3 APS
ACS

ACS Take into account that procedures do not 2

ABES exist for all abnormal and emergency ALL
Optional content: real life examples
1.1.4 situations.
ACS Consider how the evolution of a situation 2
ABES may have an impact on safety. ALL
Optional content: separation,
1.1.5
information, coordination

TOPIC ABES 2 - SKILLS IMPROVEMENT

Subtopic ABES 2.1 - Communication effectiveness

ACS Ensure effective communication in all 4 Phraseology, vocabulary, readback, silence
ABES circumstances including the case where instruction ALL
2.1.1 standard phraseology is not applicable.

ACS Apply change of radiotelephony call sign. 3 ICAO Doc 4444

ABES ALL
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Subtopic ABES 2.2 - Avoidance of mental overload

ACS Describe actions to keep control of the 2
ABES situation. Optional content: sector splitting,
2.2.1 ALL
holding, flow management, task
delegation

ACS Organise priority of actions. 4

ABES ALL
2.2.2
ACS Ensure effective circulation of information. 4
ABES
Optional content: between executive and
2.2.3
planner/coordinator, with the supervisor, ALL
between sectors, between ACC, APP and
TWR , with ground staff, etc.

ACS Consider asking for help. 2

ABES ALL
2.2.4

Subtopic ABES 2.3 - Air / ground cooperation

ACS Collect appropriate information relevant 3
ABES to the situation. ALL
2.3.1
ACS Assist the pilot. 3 Pilot workload
ABES ALL
Optional content: instructions,
2.3.2
information, support, human factors, etc.

TOPIC ABES 3 - PROCEDURES FOR ABNORMAL AND EMERGENCY SITUATIONS

Subtopic ABES 3.1 - Application of procedures for ABES

ACS Apply the procedures for given abnormal 3
ABES and emergency situations. Optional content: EATM Guidelines for
3.1.1
Controller Training in the Handling of
ALL
Unusual/Emergency Situations,
ambulance flights, ground based safety
nets alerts, airframe failure

Subtopic ABES 3.2 - Radio failure

ACS Describe the procedures followed by a 2 ICAO Doc 7030
ABES pilot when he/she experiences complete ALL
Optional content: military procedures
3.2.1 or partial radio failure.
ACS Apply the procedures to be followed when 3
ABES a pilot experiences complete or partial ALL
Optional content: prolonged loss of
3.2.2 radio failure.
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Subtopic ABES 3.3 - Unlawful interference and aircraft bomb threat

ACS Apply ATC procedures associated with 3 ICAO Doc 4444
ABES unlawful interference and aircraft bomb ALL
3.3.1 threat.

Subtopic ABES 3.4 - Strayed or unidentified aircraft

ACS Apply the procedures in the case of 3 ICAO Doc 4444
ABES strayed aircraft. ALL
Optional content: inside controlled
3.4.1
airspace, outside controlled airspace

ACS Apply the procedures in the case of 3 ICAO Doc 4444

ABES unidentified aircraft. ALL
3.4.2

Subtopic ABES 3.5 - Diversions

ACS Provide navigational assistance to 4 Track/heading, distance, other APP
ABES diverting emergency aircraft. navigational assistance ACP
3.5.1 APS
Optional content: nearest most suitable
aerodrome ACS

Subtopic ABES 3.6 - Transponder failure

ACS Apply procedures in the event of an SSR 3 ICAO Doc 4444, ICAO Doc 7030
ABES APS
transponder failure. Optional content: total/partial failure,
3.6.1 ACS
impact on ADS-B/Mode S capability

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