6.1.3.Social aspects to consider during transition to remote aerodrome ATS

• ED Decision 2023/005/R found in: GM Remote Aerodrome Air Traffic Services (Jan 2026)

##### 6.1.3. Social aspects to consider during transition to remote aerodrome ATS *ED Decision 2023/005/R* There are social aspects that arise during the transition phase to remote aerodrome ATS when ATCOs/AFISOs are needed in both conventional and remote aerodrome ATS concurrently. In case the RTC is not located at or in the vicinity of the same premises as the conventional tower, such personnel would be required to commute between two different places for the period of the transition. In addition to technical, human factors and other nature elements listed in Sections [6.3.1](#_DxCrossRefBm1764263602) and [6.3.2](#_DxCrossRefBm1764263606), particular attention should be paid to the following social aspects peculiar to the transition phase: — Considering the possible need for personnel to commute and to be apart from their family and home for increased periods of time. — When implementing a remote aerodrome ATS centre, a mid- to long-term plan for staff scheduling/rostering should be determined. The plan should include methods to mitigate the social impact on the personal life of staff during transition. — For training during the transition phase, e-learning might be considered, as appropriate. — The preparation of the schedule for the necessary on-site activities should involve the staff to minimise commute between units. — Overall, the implementation schedule should be realistic, and if any delays occur, the staff should be informed, and support measures should be taken accordingly. To ensure smooth implementation of the change, all aspects of the change should be considered including but not limited to: — checking the accuracy of the assessment of the expected social impact; — involving affected staff and their representatives at all steps of the project (refer to [the change management declaration of the ATM Social Partners](https://www.etf-europe.org/wp-content/uploads/2019/02/Change-Management-in-ATM.pdf)); — seeking acceptance of the change; — adaptable transition training durations; — managing to the extent possible the consequences outside the field of ATM; and — defining and implementing mitigating measures as suitable.