GM1 ATS.TR.305(c)(2) Scope of
flight information service
ED Decision 2020/008/R
RUNWAY-IN-USE AT AFIS AERODROMES
(a) Normally, an aircraft will land and take off into wind unless safety or other local factors determine that a different direction is preferable.
(b) In considering the most suitable runway-in-use for take-off and landing of aircraft, besides surface wind speed and direction, other relevant factors should be taken into consideration such as:
(1) runway configuration;
(2) meteorological conditions;
(3) instrument approach procedures;
(4) approach and landing aids available;
(5) aerodrome traffic circuits;
(6) airspace considerations;
(7) length of runways; and
(8) other factors indicated in local instructions.
(c) When AFIS officers provide information concerning the runway-in-use, it should be interpreted as a suggestion to the pilot on which would be the most suitable runway for take-off and landing, based on the information available. The decision on the selection and use of the runway is a responsibility of the pilot-in-command. A pilot-in-command can refuse a runway-in-use suggested by an AFIS officer. In such circumstances, AFIS officers should provide detailed information on other aerodrome traffic that is utilising the runway-in-use to assist the pilot in fulfilling their responsibilities under SERA.3205 of Regulation (EU) No 923/2012 when using an alternative runway.
Aviation Runway Use Guidance: AFIS officers suggest suitable runways based on wind, weather, procedures, and traffic. Pilots ultimately decide runway selection, considering safety. If a pilot rejects the suggestion, AFIS provides traffic details on the suggested runway to aid the pilot's decision-making.
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