09.3 ACC ↔ APP Coordination
Training Objective
To ensure effective coordination between en-route and approach control units.
Key Knowledge
- Arrival and departure coordination
- Level restrictions
- Transfer conditions
Operational Application
Controllers shall:
- Coordinate aircraft in accordance with agreed procedures
- Deliver aircraft in a stable and expected condition
- Comply with approach unit requirements
1. Overview
ACC and APP coordination ensures smooth transition between en-route and terminal environments.
2. Core Content
2.1 Arrivals
- Aircraft shall be delivered:
- At agreed level
- On agreed routing
- At appropriate speed
2.2 Departures
- ACC shall accept aircraft:
- After departure release
- In accordance with coordination agreements
3. Procedures
3.1 Coordination Requirements
- Level, speed, and route shall be coordinated where required
- Non-standard conditions shall be agreed prior to transfer
4. Standards
- Aircraft shall meet agreed transfer conditions
5. Notes
- Unstable arrivals increase workload for approach controllers