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AMC1 ADR.OPS.B.036(b)(1)(i) Operations on specially prepared winter runways

ED Decision 2021/003/R

PROCEDURES FOR USE OF SAND OR GRIT

The aerodrome operator, when using sand or grit, should:

(a) if the runway is contaminated with compacted snow:

(1) use sand or grit at an application rate appropriate to achieve the desired effect;

(2) use sand or grit where the grain passes through a 4.75 mm sieve; and

(3) remove as completely as possible any loose contaminants;

(b) if the runway is contaminated with ice:

(1) remove as completely as possible any loose contaminants;

(2) use sand or grit at an application rate appropriate to achieve the desired effect; when the air temperature is stable and the surface temperature is below freezing, consider using frozen sand or grit; and

(3) use sand or grit where the grain passes through a 4.75 mm sieve;

(c) ensure that sand or grit maintains the required specifications until application.