AMC1 ATS.TR.230 Transfer of responsibility for control
ED Decision 2020/008/R
COORDINATION
IN RESPECT OF THE AIR TRAFFIC CONTROL SERVICE PROVISION — GENERAL
Agreements between air traffic control units or sectors and local instructions concerning coordination and transfer of control of flights should cover the following, as applicable:
(a) definition of areas of responsibility and common interest, airspace structure and airspace classification(s);
(b) any delegation of responsibility for the provision of air traffic services;
(c) procedures for the exchange of flight plan and control data, including use of automated and/or verbal coordination messages;
(d) means of communication;
(e) requirements and procedures for approval requests;
(f) significant points, levels or times for transfer of control;
(g) significant points, levels or times for transfer of communication;
(h) conditions applicable to the transfer and acceptance of control, such as specified altitudes/flight levels, specific separation minima or spacing to be established at the time of transfer, and the use of automation;
(i) ATS surveillance system coordination procedures;
(j) SSR code assignment procedures;
(k) procedures for departing traffic;
(l) designated holding fixes and procedures for arriving traffic;
(m) applicable contingency procedures; and
(n) any other provisions or information relevant to the coordination and transfer of control of flights.
Air traffic control units must have agreements defining responsibilities, data exchange, and communication for safe flight transfers. These agreements cover airspace, delegation, flight plans, transfer points/times, altitude, separation, surveillance, and contingency procedures, ensuring coordinated air traffic services.
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