What is the source of the guidance in GM4 SPA.LVO.110?

The guidance in GM4 SPA.LVO.110 is from Decision 2023/007/R, as indicated by the marker '*ED.' in the section text.

What should an operator do if a State provides data on runways suitable for SA CAT I or SA CAT II but the concept differs from the EU concept?

The operator should consider these differences, as in some States the concept of SA CAT I and SA CAT II may be different from the EU concept.

How are runways that are not designated as restricted, non-standard, or irregular treated when a State provides CAT II/III data?

The remaining CAT II/III runways of that State, after excluding those designated as restricted or non-standard or irregular, may be considered regular.

GM4 SPA.LVO.110 Aerodrome-related requirements, including instrument flight procedures

Q: How can an operator assess the suitability of an aerodrome for low visibility operations using previous operational data?

According to GM4 SPA.LVO.110, the assessment of the suitability of an aerodrome, including instrument flight procedures, for the intended operations, may be made considering previous operational data for the particular aerodrome, runway and instrument flight procedures, as detailed in point (b)(1) of AMC1 SPA.LVO.110.

Q: If a State provides data that a runway is suitable for CAT II or CAT III operations with a specific aircraft model, can an operator automatically consider that runway suitable for the purpose of AMC1 SPA.LVO.110?

Yes, if a State provides data related to airports or runways in its territory that are suitable for CAT II or CAT III operations with a specific aircraft model or group of aircraft models, those airports or runways may be considered suitable for the purpose of AMC1 SPA.LVO.110. However, a CAT II or CAT III approved runway does not necessarily mean the airport is suitable, as the aerodrome's provisions may not ensure that the requirements for certain aircraft models are fulfilled.

Q: Can a competent authority's suitability statement for defined LVOs be credited by operators?

Yes, a competent authority may provide data related to airports or runways that can be considered suitable for defined LVOs. The suitability statement could be credited by operators under the oversight of that authority.

Q: Does a CAT II or CAT III approved runway automatically ensure that the airport is suitable for the purpose of AMC1 SPA.LVO.110?

No, a CAT II or CAT III approved runway does not necessarily mean that the airport is suitable for the purpose of AMC1 SPA.LVO.110, as the aerodrome's provisions may not ensure that the requirements for certain aircraft models are fulfilled.

Q: What is the relationship between the assessment of aerodrome suitability and previous operational data?

The assessment of the suitability of an aerodrome, including instrument flight procedures, for the intended operations, may be made considering previous operational data for the particular aerodrome, runway and instrument flight procedures, as detailed in point (b)(1) of AMC1 SPA.LVO.110.

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GM4 SPA.LVO.110 Aerodrome-related requirements, including instrument flight procedures

ED Decision 2023/007/R

SUITABLE AERODROMES — ASSESSMENT — PREVIOUS OPERATIONAL DATA PROVIDED BY THE STATE OF THE AERODROME

(a) As detailed in point (b)(1) of AMC1 SPA.LVO.110, the assessment of the suitability of an aerodrome, including instrument flight procedures, for the intended operations, may be made considering previous operational data for the particular aerodrome, runway and instrument flight procedures.

(b) The following guidance is provided for the assessment of suitability of aerodromes for LVOs or operations with operational credits:

(1) If a State provides data related to airports or runways in its territory that are suitable for CAT II or CAT III operations with a specific aircraft model or group of aircraft models, those airports or runways may be considered suitable for the purpose of AMC1 SPA.LVO.110.

Note: A CAT II or CAT III approved runway does not necessarily mean that the airport is suitable for the purpose of AMC1 SPA.LVO.110 as the aerodrome’s provisions may not ensure that the requirements for certain aircraft models are fulfilled.

(2) If a State provides data related to airports or runways in its territory that are found suitable for SA CAT I or SA CAT II, those airports or runways may be considered suitable for the purpose of AMC1 SPA.LVO.110. Note: In some States the concept of SA CAT I and SA CAT II may be different from the EU concept. The operator should consider these differences.

(3) If a State provides data related to airports or runways in its territory that are approved for CAT II/III operations but are designated as restricted or non-standard or irregular, those designated runways should be considered not suitable. The remaining CAT II/III runways of that State may be considered regular.

(4) A competent authority may provide data related to airports or runways that can be considered suitable for defined LVOs. The suitability statement could be credited by operators under the oversight of that authority.

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Source-Title: GM4 SPA.LVO.110 Aerodrome-related requirements, including instrument flight procedures View latest amendments

Erulesid: ERULES-1963177438-19803 Compare versions

Domain: Air operations

Amendedby: Issue 1, Amendment 14

Applicabilitydate: 29 June, 2023

Entryintoforcedate: 29 June, 2023

Regulatorysource: ED Decision 2023/007/R Navigate

Regulatorysubject: Part-SPA

Typeofcontent: GM to IR (Guidance material to implementing rule)

Parentir: SPA.LVO.110 Aerodrome-related requirements, including instrument flight procedures

Origin: EASA

Category: EAR