manual of vehicle access operation at inia
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IBRAHIM NASIR
INTERNATIONAL
AIRPORT
AERODROME & GROUND AIDSEDITION 32015
Manual of Vehicle Access&
Operation at INIA
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PREFACE
This book provides information about the Airport driving authority, Airport (Airside &
Landside) vehicle permit and rules and regulations of Airport driving in the Ibrahim
Nasir International Airport. This book also acts as a quick guide to the application
requirements.
This handbook should be read in conjunction with Ministry of Transport and
Communication (Rules and Regulation of Land Transportation) and Department of
Civil Aviation (Aerodrome) Regulations.
We welcome feedback and recommendations to improve this guidebook. Please
forward your suggestions and amendments to:
Head of Aerodrome & Ground Aids
Aerodrome & Ground Aids
E-mail: [email protected]
or
Officer In-charge for ADA
Aerodrome & Ground Aids Services Section
E-mail: [email protected]
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Foreword
This Airside Drivers Handbook has been produced by Ibrahim Nasir International
Airport (INIA) as a guideline to INIA Aerodrome. The purpose of formulating this
document is in the interests of greater safety on the airside of INIA.
The intent of the requirements for the Airside operation of vehicles set out in this
Handbook is to ensure the safe and orderly movement of vehicular traffic so that
aircraft operations are not Interrupted or impeded.
In accordance with the Maldives Civil Aviation Regulations (MCAR) MCAR139, ASC
139-5 procedures for controlling the operation of surface vehicles on or near the
movement area of the Airport must be included in the Aerodrome Manual. This
requirement is met in this Handbook forms part of the INIA Aerodrome Manual.
Failure to comply with the requirements of this Handbook is a breach of regulatory
requirements and possible also an operator’s right to use the airside. Any such
failure will be taken into account by MACL in considering whether to exclude
individuals or entities from airside use or operation of motor vehicles.
Chief Operations Officer
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Table of Contents
PREFACE ............................................................................................................................. I
FOREWORD........................................................................................................................ II
TABLE OF CONTENTS .......................................................................................................... III
RECORD OF AMENDMENTS ................................................................................................VII
LIST OF ABBREVIATIONS ...................................................................................................... 1
DEFINITION OF TERMS......................................................................................................... 2
KEY CONTACT NUMBERS ..................................................................................................... 5
1 INTRODUCTION.......................................................................................................... 6
2 CITATION................................................................................................................... 6
3 JURISDICTION ............................................................................................................ 6
4 RESPONSIBILITIES ....................................................................................................... 7
5 AIRPORT DRIVING PERMIT (ADP) .................................................................................. 8
5.1 GENERAL INFORMATION .....................................................................................................8
5.2 ADA SCHEME ...................................................................................................................9
5.3 TYPICAL LAYOUT OF AN ADA/LDP CARD ..............................................................................9
5.4 LICENSE REQUIREMENT ....................................................................................................10
5.5 APPLICATION FOR ADA/LDP ............................................................................................10
5.6 MEDICAL CONDITION .......................................................................................................11
5.7 TRAINING AND CERTIFICATION ...........................................................................................12
5.8 RENEWAL OF ADA...........................................................................................................13
5.9 ADA LICENSE CARDS .......................................................................................................13
5.10 EMPLOYERS RESPONSIBILITY..............................................................................................14
6 AIRPORT VEHICLE PERMIT (AVP) ................................................................................ 15
6.1 INTRODUCTION ...............................................................................................................15
6.1.1 TYPES OF AIRSIDE VEHICLE PERMITS ................................................................ 15
6.1.2 DISPLAY OF AVP ....................................................................................... 16
6.1.3 APPLICATION FOR AVP/TVP......................................................................... 16
6.1.4 VEHICLE AND EQUIPMENT REQUIREMENTS ........................................................ 16
6.1.5 CONDITIONS OF ISSUE ................................................................................. 18
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6.1.6 EMPLOYERS RESPONSIBILITY.......................................................................... 19
6.1.7 INSURANCE REQUIREMENTS FOR AN AVP.......................................................... 20
6.1.8 VALIDITY OF AVPS..................................................................................... 21
6.1.9 RENEWAL OF AVP ..................................................................................... 21
6.1.10 CHARGES FOR AVPS................................................................................... 21
6.1.11 LOST OR STOLEN AVPS ............................................................................... 22
6.1.12 ESCORT SERVICES ...................................................................................... 22
6.1.13 LAND SIDE VEHICLE PERMIT (LVP) ............................................................ 22
7 VEHICLE BREAKDOWN AND REPORTING INCIDENTS ..................................................... 25
7.1 VEHICLE BREAKDOWN ......................................................................................................25
7.2 TRAFFIC ACCIDENTS .........................................................................................................25
8 ENFORCEMENT OF AIRSIDE DRIVING AND SAFETY REGULATIONS .................................. 27
8.1 GOVERNMENT AUTHORITY RULES AND REGULATIONS ...........................................................27
8.1.1 THE AIRSIDE DRIVING OFFENCE POINTS SCHEME ................................................. 27
9 RULES AND PROCEDURES GOVERNING VEHICLE DRIVING ON THE AIRSIDE OPERATIONAL
AREAS ......................................................................................................................... 32
9.1 GENERAL RULES AND REGULATIONS FOR AIRSIDE DRIVING (RRAD).........................................32
9.2 AIRSIDE VEHICLE ACCESS POINTS AND CRITICALAREAS OF NAVAIDS .........................41
9.3 VEHICLE SAFETY REQUIREMENTS ...............................................................................42
9.4 SOME IMPORTANT DRIVING CONDUCT......................................................................43
9.5 GSE PARKING / VEHICLE PARKING SPACE....................................................................45
9.6 SAFETY PRECAUTIONS DURING LOW VISIBILITY CONDITIONS....................................45
10 VEHICLE PHRASEOLOGY AT IBRAHIM NASIR INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT ........................... 47
10.1 INTRODUCTION ...............................................................................................................47
10.2 COMMUNICATION EQUIPMENT..........................................................................................47
10.3 GOOD RTF PRACTICE .......................................................................................................47
10.4 RADIO PROCEDURES ........................................................................................................49
10.5 RADIO FAILURE ...............................................................................................................58
10.6 STANDARD WORDS AND PHRASES......................................................................................58
10.7 SAFETY ..........................................................................................................................60
11 MARKING AND SIGNS................................................................................................ 61
11.1 APRON AREA AND APRON ROAD MARKINGS..............................................................61
11.2 TRAFFIC SIGNS.............................................................................................................62
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11.3 MOVEMENT AREA GUIDANCE SIGNAGE .....................................................................64
11.4 SOME IMPORTANT SIGN BOARDS...............................................................................65
11.5 AIRFIELD GROUND MARKINGS....................................................................................66
12 APPENDIX ................................................................................................................ 68
12.1 APPENDIX 1 .................................................................................................................68
12.2 APPENDIX 2 .................................................................................................................69
12.3 APPENDIX 3 .................................................................................................................70
12.4 APPENDIX 4 .................................................................................................................72
12.5 APPENDIX 5 .................................................................................................................74
12.6 APPENDIX 6 .................................................................................................................75
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RECORD OF AMENDMENTS
AmendmentNumber
Pages Changed Effective From Entered By
EDITION 1 NEW 2006 RAMP SERVICESSECTION
EDITION 2 WHOLE DOCUMENT 1ST MAY 2011 AERODROME & NAVAIDS
EDITION 2/01 PAGE 10, 39 1ST OCT. 2011 AERODROME & NAVAIDS
EDITION 3 WHOLE DOCUMENT 1st OCT. 2015 AERODROME &GROUND AIDS
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LIST OF ABBREVIATIONS
ADA Authority to Drive Airside / Airport
ADP Airport Driving Permit
AGA Aerodrome and Ground Aids
AOCC Airport Operations Control Centre
ASQD Aerodrome Safety & Quality Division
ARFF Airport Rescue and Fire fighting
AVSECOM Aviation Security Command
ATS Air Traffic Services
AVP Airside Vehicle Permit
INIA Ibrahim Nasir International Airport
MCAA Maldives Civil Aviation Authority
MACL Maldives Airports Company Ltd
MTA Maldives Transport Authority
MPS Maldives police Services
TVP Temporary vehicle Permit
LVP Land Side vehicle Permit
OCC Operations Control Centre
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DEFINITION OF TERMS
Accident An occurrence associated with the operation or handling of an aircraft
in which a person is fatally or seriously injured, or the aircraft sustains
damage (adapted from the definition contained in ICAO Annex 13).
Aerodrome A defined area of land or water (including any buildings,
installations and equipment), intended to be used for the arrival,
departure and movement of aircraft.
Authority to Drive Airside / Airport (ADA) The card evidencing the
authorization issued by AGA of MACL/INIA to the holder to drive
vehicle in the airside of Ibrahim Nasir International Airport in
accordance with the categories specified within the card.
Airside / Landside Vehicle Permit (AVP) Permit for a vehicle to be operated in
the airside of Ibrahim Nasir International Airport.
Airside The movement area of an airport, adjacent terrain and buildings or
portions thereof, access to which is controlled.
Apron A defined area in an aerodrome, intended to accommodate aircraft for
the purposes of loading or unloading passengers, mail or cargo,
fuelling, parking or maintenance.
Air Traffic Control (ATC) ATC is Aerodrome and Surface Movement
Control.
Authorized Officer Any officer of the AGA of MACL/INIA or any Aviation
Security Command officer or any person duly authorized by the chief
executive officer to act on his behalf.
Driver In relation to a trailer includes the driver of a vehicle by which the trailer
is drawn and ‘drive’ shall be construed accordingly.
Escort Means the supervision of a vehicle Airside whereby the supervising
person takes responsibility for, and will provide guidance and may take
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immediate action to prevent an unsafe act by the vehicle being
escorted.
Equipment Clearance Vehicle/Equipment staging areas are defined by a single
broken red line, being areas where vehicles and equipment may be
parked while waiting to service aircraft. These areas must not be used
to store vehicles and equipment not being directly used to service
aircraft.
‘FOLLOW ME’ Vehicle A vehicle used to guide aircraft or other vehicles on the
airside.
Incident An occurrence, other than an accident, associated with the operation or
handling of an aircraft, which affects or could affect the safety of
operation.
Injury Any condition which requires medical assistance, including first aid.
Manoeuvring Area The part of an aerodrome used for the take-off, landing
and taxiing of aircraft, excluding apron(s).
Markings Symbols, lines, words and figures displayed on the surface of a
Movement Area, or special visual distinguishing features added to
Vehicles
Movement Area That part of an aerodrome used for the take-off, landing
and taxiing of aircraft, consisting of the manoeuvring area and the
apron(s)
Owner / Employer In relation to a motor vehicle includes the person or
organization in whose name the vehicle is registered.
Perimeter Road That road within the airside that allows vehicles to move
around the airport clears of apron, taxiways and runways.
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Park To bring a vehicle to a stationary position and cause it to wait for any
purpose other than that of immediately taking up or setting down the
passengers, goods or luggage.
Runway (RWY) A defined rectangular area on a land Aerodrome, prepared for
the take-off and landing of aircraft along its length
Runway Strip (RWS) A defined area including the Runway and stopway (if
provided), intended to reduce the risk of damage to aircraft running off
a runway and to protect aircraft flying over it during take-off or landing
operations.
Security Restricted Area Means any part of the Airport, designated by
notices posted any other means by INIA access to which is restricted to
(a) persons holding an authorized identification card valid for that part
of the Airport and (b) having a lawful excuse for entry.
Services Road Routes designated for the movement of vehicular traffic within
the apron area.
Taxiway A defined path on a land aerodrome established for the taxiing of
aircraft.
Traffic Signs These include all signals, warning signs, posts, direction posts,
signs lines, lamps, lights or other devices for the guidance or direction
of persons using the aerodrome.
Vehicle Means any vehicle whether mechanically propelled or otherwise and
includes a bicycle, trailer, passenger loading bridge and any other
mobile equipment.
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Key Contact Numbers
Airport rescue and Firefighting 333 7122 / 122
Port health 300 6861 / 133
Aerodrome Safety & Compliance / MACL 799 0223
Aviation Security Command 301 3420 / 303
Maldives Police Services 979 0070 / 7622
Airport Information 333 7240 / 7240
Operations Control Centre (OCC) 333 7475
Aerodrome & Ground Aids / MACL 333 7436 / 7996031
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1 INTRODUCTIONThe purpose of airport driving control measures is to ensure the safe operation of
vehicles on Ibrahim Nasir International Airport.
The Airport Driving Handbook is applicable to all vehicles and mobile equipment
operating within Airport Unrestricted, Restricted Area and Aircraft Maneuvering
Areas.
To safeguard the movement of aircraft, vehicles and personnel on the ground, the
following rules governing vehicle driving and operation of mobile equipment on
airside operational areas at the Ibrahim Nasir International Airport must be complied.
The Airport zone map is shown in Appendix 1 of this document.
All rules and regulations stated in this handbook will be reviewed from time to time.
AGA Circulars will be issued for any updates.
2 CITATIONAll users of traffic ways in the non-public operational and public areas of Ibrahim
Nasir International Airport is governed by the following rules and regulations: -
The Rules and Regulations of motor vehicles on land – Ministry of Transport
and Communication.
Maldives Civil Aviation Regulations MCAR 139
Maldives Civil Aviation Air safety circular 139-5
Airport service manual Doc 9137
3 JURISDICTIONThe control of the airside with regard to vehicles, drivers and handling operations on
the Apron and roadways is under AGA.
The control of aircraft taxiing from runway to apron area and vice versa comes under
the Aerodrome Control Tower.
The security of the airport comes under the charge of the Aviation security
command. (Note: AVSECOM is authorized to check vehicles and persons within the
provisions of the law)
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4 RESPONSIBILITIESThe MACL has overall responsibility for the development and implementation of
procedures and provision of resources for the control of persons and vehicles
entering and operating on the Airside & Landside of Ibrahim Nasir International
Airport.
The Head of AGA of MACL/INIA is to ensure that the provision of the Handbook are
implemented, for conducting audits of approved issuing Authorities, and authorizing
in writing the appointment of approved issuing officers.
In charge of ADP/AVP is responsible for carrying out instruction, testing and
maintaining records or persons approve for an ADP.
The Aerodrome Officers have day to day responsibility ensuring that the movements
of person and vehicle airside are in accordance with the Handbook.
A company wishing to operate a vehicle at Ibrahim Nasir International Airport is
responsible for obtaining an Airport Vehicle Permit and Airport Driving Permit for
each vehicle and drivers, respectively. They are also responsible for training of
drivers to operate specific vehicle types (for example hi-lift trucks, lifters, etc.) and
also for providing training of company specific requirements
MACL Ramp Equipment operator training center is the only approved testing center
for .airside Equipment operator
Airport drivers are responsible for compliance with the detailed rules setin the Handbook
.
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5 AIRPORT DRIVING PERMIT (ADP)
5.1 General InformationIt is a licensing requirement that the airport licensee, MACL/INIA, maintains to
promote safety on the Airport. The Airport Driving Permit system is a means of
ensuring that all airport users drive safely and are aware and conscious of all the
regulations, difficulties, dangers and penalties that driving on the airside & Landside
entail. The Airport Driving Permit system is also intended to ensure that all drivers of
vehicles on airside/landside area’s receive adequate training in airside procedures,
familiarization with MLE topography and where necessary radiotelephony
procedures.
The issue of an ADA (Authority to Drive Airside) by MACL/INIA does not confer that
the holder is in any way competent to operate a vehicle/equipment other than his/her
current National driver’s license states.
Training and pre-requirements are different for each type of permit. ADA will be
issued when all requirements are met as stated in this document.
An ADA will be issued for duration of 3 years maximum. For a foreign driver’s license
which has been declared by MOT and for expatriate workers with a Maldivian
National Driving License, an ADA may then be issued for a period not exceeding 12
months from the date of issue of the license or until the license expires, whichever is
shorter.
In special situations, a temporary ADA permit will be issued in the form of a
Learners Driving permit (LDP) to drivers who require practical driving training on
vehicles and equipment registered only in the airport. LDP will be valid for 6 month
from the date of issue.
An ADA provides evidence that the holder has undergone a formal course of
instruction, on driving in the airside environment at INIA and has demonstrated by
examination sufficient knowledge of the hazards of airside driving and the
responsibilities placed on drivers and responsible parties for safe driving airside.
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It should be made clear that an ADA does not confer a general right of entry to
airside/landside areas by a driver.
5.2 ADA SchemeThe ADA scheme covers three specific areas of the airfield. The areas have been
identified separately in recognition of the increased level of competency required to
safely operate on the Maneuvering area and to design the training framework
accordingly.
In recognition of the increased competencies required to drive on the Maneuvering
area, the ADA is divided into three types: (see Appendix 1)
‘P’ Permit – Perimeter roads only.
‘A’ Permit – Apron area only.
‘M’ Permit – Maneuvering area only.
The ‘P’ permit allows access to the perimeter roads of the airside. The perimeter
road goes around RWY 36 and is also a public road which infringes into the airside
and is controlled by traffic lights, Barriers and check posts. The perimeter road area
starts from traffic on the west side of the runway and ends at the traffic light on the
east side of the runway. It is considered as airside when the traffic lights on either
side of the RWY 36 road are red.
The ‘A’ permit allows access to the Apron area, remote parking and the service road.
Even though ‘A’ permit is issued, vehicles are not allowed to enter Apron Boundary
line unless for the purpose of servicing aircraft.
In addition to the ‘A’ and ‘P’ permits, the ‘M’ permit allows access to the runway,
runway strip and taxiways during operational hours.
Drivers can apply for ‘P’ and ‘A’ permits separately or if it is required that the driver
has to drive on the apron area as well as the perimeter road then it should be
requested for both types. The ADA will display that the driver has both types of
permits.
5.3 Typical Layout of an ADA/LDP Card
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5.4 License RequirementAirport personnel who apply for an ADP/LDP should:
1 Hold a current National Driving license or a foreign driving license declared by
MOT to drive or operate the class of vehicle being operated; Minimum
Categories are B1 and C1.
2 Shall have the Airport Security Identification Card required to access INIA.
A person who holds a foreign driver’s license issued outside the MOT applying for a
ADA will be required to declare his/her driving license by MOT before an ADA can be
issued for the license.
5.5 Application for ADA/LDPADA applications are required for new drivers, renewal of ADA or Upgrading of LDP.
If the type of permit you are applying for is different from the one you already own
then also it is considered a renewal.
Applicant must be in the employment of MACL/INIA or an airport organization (i.e.
airline, ground handling agent or approved MACL/INIA contractors). For applicant of
non-airport organization, the application must be supported by an airport
organization.
Applications for ADA/LDP’s must be received by letter from the responsible
organization/company/section, and accompanied by the following:-
1. A completed ADP Application form, as issued by the AGA (see appendix 3)
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2. A copy and original (for verification) of the airport security identification pass.
3. A copy of current National driver’s license to drive or operate the class of
vehicle being operated,
4. A copy of current ADA/LDP (for renewal or changing LDP only)
5. A valid medical certificate
6. An official document showing that vehicle/equipment training has been given
by the organization/company/section involved.
Except requirement 4, all are required for new ADP applications and for converting
LDP to ADA.
For renewal purposes, requirement 6 is not needed while requirement 4 is needed.
5.6 Medical ConditionThe applicant must disclose any medical condition or prescribed medication which
may affect their ability to operate/drive safely in airside/landside areas. Authorized
section can request for a medical check-up on the matter by the personnel if required
or on disclosure of a medical condition which may affect their ability to operate/drive
safely. If the issue is serious then the authorized section can revoke the personnel’s
ADA for safety reasons. The holder of an ADA has a duty to disclose any medical
condition or prescribed medication that may affect their ability to drive whilst holding
the permit.
All drivers should be in good general health and medically screened before
induction. The medical certificate produced should show that eyesight, color vision
and hearing are tested. The following are required in the medical certificate:
I. Eye SightDrivers must have visual acuity, using corrective lenses if necessary.
II. Color PerceptionDrivers operating airside/landside must have the ability to distinguish the signal
colors, Red, Green, and White. Depending on the results of any color vision
deficiency drivers may be precluded from driving on areas of the airfield. Deficiencies
will be risk assessed and a decision made on the driver’s suitability to drive airside
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by the officer in-charge for ADA. All Manoeuvring Area drivers must have full color
vision capability.
III. HearingIt is essential that drivers have the ability to hear sufficiently under adverse
conditions. (The ability to hear a forced whisper at 6 meters in each ear is
recommended.)
5.7 Training and CertificationAll drivers should study the Rules and Regulations for Airport Drivers (RRAD) and
should have adequate knowledge of airside/landside traffic rules and be familiar with
the aerodrome layout and the signs and signals used on the aerodrome.
All ADA/LDP applicants will attend a training session carried out by AGA focusing on
airside/landside safety and RRAD. Applicants will have to complete a
radio communication phraseology training session too as they will/may be required
to communicate with ATC tower while on the airside.
Applicants will then undergo a written examination by Officer-in-charge for ADA
issue to establish the applicant’s competency. The examination consists of multiple
choice questions in either Dhivehi or English. The pass mark is 80%.
For vehicles falling within the categories defined by MOT, i.e. vehicle that are
registered at MOT, the driver’s license shall be documentary proof that the drivers
can operate the vehicle. It is important that all drivers learn to operate automatic as
well as manual (clutch) type vehicles as AGA will neither test the type of vehicles the
driver can drive nor be responsible for any consequent occurrences.
However, for vehicles and equipment not defined by MOT categories, applicant is to
submit documentary proof and certification of 50 hours of practical training on the
specified classification of vehicles/equipment from his/her training department. Both
the training manager and trainer of the respective company must sign the
certification.
In case of a LDP, the drivers should undergo the trainings given by AGA before the
LDP will be issued and must have a national driving license. The driver holding a
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LDP is the sole responsibility of the organization/company/section requesting for it.
These drivers should be kept under constant supervision while on the airside. When
the driver has completed practical training, an application as stated above should be
submitted.
If the type of permit changes for a driver then recurrent training will be given before
issuing new ADA.
Fees payable are:
I. Airport / Airfield Rules Theory Test MVR 150.00
II. ADA card printing MVR 250.00
Currently MACL/INIA staffs are exempted from these fees.
5.8 Renewal of ADAADA should be renewed 1 month prior to date of expiry. Recurrent training will be
given when renewing ADA.
If the ADA card has to be renewed for reasons such as damage or misplacing with
less than 3 months left to renewal date than the same process will apply.
5.9 ADA License CardsIn the event that you lose your ADA card or it gets damaged, inform AGA as soon as
possible. AGA will issue the card within 1-2 working days. As a precautionary
measure to prevent this, an additional charge of MRF 50 will be levied for
cancellation and renewal of lost or damaged cards (due to improper handling or
carelessness) for the first time.
In case of recurrence, the measure will be augmented as follows:
I. A fee of MRF 100 for the second time.
II. If a person loses 2 passes, only after consideration of head AGA and in
exceptional cases, a third pass will be issued after levying a fee of MRF
150.
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5.10 Employers ResponsibilityIt is the responsibility of the Employer to ensure that any employee or person who
drives the Employer’s vehicles on airside/landside areas meets the driver
requirements stated in this document.
All vehicles which fall under MOT category requires MOT category license and
others that don’t fall into line with MOT should be trained by respective
organization/company section.
The employer must ensure that the contents of any new Instructions and Notices
regarding these guidelines or airport driving are brought to the attention of their
employees driving on the airside/landside.
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6 AIRPORT VEHICLE PERMIT (AVP)
6.1 Introduction
INIA Vehicle permit is divided in mainly two areas
I. Landside Permit
II. Airside Permit
Vehicle access to the airside area at INIA is controlled strictly by MACL/INIA;
Aerodrome & Ground Aids Services through the issue of Airside Vehicle Permits.
All vehicles must have a valid AVP whilst on airside. An AVP does not confer the
right of entry and does not identify the driver or the
passengers.
An AVP serves to identify the vehicle and its operator
and is an acknowledgement by MACL/INIA that the
vehicle needs to be used in the controlled or restricted
areas specified on the PERMIT when on official use.
6.1.1 Types of Airside Vehicle PermitsThere are two types of AVP issued by MACL/INIA.
I. Airside Vehicle Permit (AVP)AVP is valid for one year from the issue date.
This will only be issued for Vehicles needing
essential access to all restricted or controlled
airside apron areas and airside roads on a
regular basis.
II. Temporary Vehicle Permit (TVP)TVP is issued to vehicle for a specific reason for a
period of maximum 03 months. It will be issued for
access through a specified Access Gate or Points to a
specific airside area/s for a particular purpose.
Typical Layout of AVP/TVP
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6.1.2 Display of AVPAn AVP must be clearly displayed on the right side of windscreen of the vehicle.
Emergency Services vehicles, e.g. Ambulance Service, ARFF, AVSECOM, MNDF,
and Maldives Polices Services (MPS), on an emergency or major training exercise,
are exempt from this requirement.
6.1.3 Application for AVP/TVPApplicants requiring AVP/TVP should complete respective applications as required
by A&GA, MACL/INIA.
The following documents must be submitted with the application form (see
appendix 4);
I. Registration certificate of the vehicle
II. Documentary evidence of Insurance coverage.
III. Applications for AVP must be received by letter from the
responsible organization/company/section. If vehicle permit
application is for a new vehicle a “vehicle authorization form (see
appendix 5)” has to be submitted with the application as well.
Vehicle authorization form need not be submitted for existing vehicles.
The vehicle will be inspected by MSS of MACL/INIA to check whether the
vehicle/equipment is airport worthy
Applications for AVP/TVP should be submitted on working days.
AVP/TVP should be verified by AGA of MACL/INIA and approved by
AVSECOM before it can be issued.
6.1.4 Vehicle and Equipment Requirements
I. Condition inspectionMechanical Services (MS) of MACL/INIA will do the Airport Worthiness Inspection
before AVP/TVP can be verified and approved. For Vehicles of organizations or
parties outside of the airport shall have a valid sticker showing road worthiness
issued by MOT.
The details of the Airport Worthiness inspection are defined in the SOPs of MS.
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II. Obstacle LightsThe vehicle must be equipped with an Omni-directional flashing amber obstacle light,
mounted on the highest point of the vehicle and clearly visible through 360º. The
main beam showing between + or - 10º in the horizontal plane and an intensity not
exceeding 400 candela and a flash rate of 60 to 90 flashes per minute.
Vehicles which seldom require access to airside can get magnetic beacons from
AGA when accessing the airside. The beacons have to be returned to AGA after
leaving airside.
Large vehicles may need to display two obstacle lights at each end of the vehicle,
clearly visible from all sides. The obstacle light must be in operation at all times while
the vehicle is in airside, unless parked in a designated parking or equipment area,
(irrespective of the time of day or the visibility conditions). Local Authority fire
appliances, ambulances and Police vehicles not fitted with Amber obstacle lights, in
emergency, will use flashing red/Blue lights when performing emergency duties.
III. Vehicle Identification and LiveryBefore requesting for AVP on airside, vehicle must comply with the standard set forth
by AS&C and must be in company livery on BOTH SIDES of the vehicle.
An exception may be made for an un-liveried vehicle with a Temporary Vehicle
Permit if it is carrying permanently installed equipment which is essential to the
purpose of the visit. This vehicle must be escorted by an AGA escort vehicle.
IV. Other RequirementsA Copy of the MOT certificate should accompany the Airside Vehicle Permit
Application form for each vehicle. This does not apply to vehicles/equipment which is
not registered at the MOT.
A copy of the insurance Certificate should accompany the application as well.
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V. Vehicle registrationFor new vehicles/equipment which are not registered at MOT has to be registered at
AGA of MACL/INIA. Therefore a vehicle registration form (see appendix 06) has to
be submitted with vehicle specification for new vehicles which are not registered at
MOT.
Vehicle registration at AGA of MACL/INIA is as follow;
1) vehicle specifications has to be recorded at A&GA
2) MM ZZ – XX ZZ = Type of vehicle or equipment
MM = Starting Two letter of Company /intuition name (This is
only for Outsider INIA (MACL))
XX= Number
For example MICT - 01
MI= MIC
CT = Cratering Truck
XX = 01
Once the registration process is completed, relevant party has to fit registration plate
according to the dimensions given below on the vehicle and the vehicle has to be
insured before applying for AVP/LVP
Font Type: Impact
Size: 180
Height of letter max.: 2”
Vehicle registration procedure is applicable to only specific airside vehicle /
equipment.
6.1.5 Conditions of IssueA permit is issued subject to a signed “Declaration by the Applicant” indicating that
the details provided are accurate and in order.
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The permit is issued to a specific vehicle, approved for access by MACL/INIA. The
pass is not transferable between vehicles, companies or persons and serves only to
identify the vehicle, NOT the driver or passengers.
The applicant or sponsor is responsible for returning AVP to the MACL/INIA for
cancellation in the following circumstances:
I. When the purpose for which the pass was issued has ceased.
II. When the vehicle ownership changes.
III. When the vehicle is scrapped, sold or otherwise permanently ceases
operation airside.
IV. In the case of a sponsored vehicle, when that vehicle is no longer used
by the sponsoring company, even though the pass is still valid.
V. On request by MACL/INIA Operations, MACL/INIA may remove or
request the return of an AVP.
VI. If the pass is defaced, altered, amended or bears markings not entered
by the issuing authority.
VII. If the pass is found on any vehicle other than that for which it was
issued
VIII. If a pass is obtained for a privately owned vehicle purported to be
company owned.
IX. When the vehicle pass has expired.
X. The issue of an AVP during the previous year carries no automatic
right to re-issue. The issue of an AVP does not confer the right to park
airside.
XI. Applications for privately owned or non-operational vehicles will not be
approved.
6.1.6 Employers ResponsibilityIt is the responsibility of the Employer to ensure that the Employer’s vehicles on
airside areas have valid AVPs.
The employer should ensure that the contents of any new Instructions and Notices
are brought to the attention of their employees and any changes made regarding
AVP by authorized parties are adhered to as soon as possible.
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The applicant or sponsoring company applying for an AVP is responsible for the safe
operation and fitness of the vehicle/equipment it uses airside and is required to
certify:
I. The applicant or sponsoring company must ensure that the frequency of
inspections, maintenance and servicing should be appropriate to the type
and age of the vehicle used in keeping with the manufacturer’s
recommendations.
II. That only people trained and competent to drive/operate that
vehicle/equipment would drive it.
III. MACL/INIA reserves the right to inspect vehicles and relevant
documentation to ensure that they comply with these regulations as part of
the safety management system.
6.1.7 Insurance Requirements for an AVPApplicants must ensure that the following insurance requirements are fulfilled before
an application for an AVP is made:
MACL/INIA requires the holder of an AVP to carry adequate insurance covering all
actions claims, costs and demands in respect of any loss, damage or injury to
property or persons (including fatal injuries) which may be made against them or
their servant’s agents/contractors, arising in connection with the use of the vehicle
airside at INIA.
Applicants for an AVP are required to produce documentary evidence of the
insurance cover and the original policy document or cover note must identify INIA.
A sponsoring company must certify that the sponsored company’s vehicle has the
above insurance coverage.
Special arrangements apply to the insurance of vehicles owned or on hire to
contractors working on behalf of MACL/INIA.
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6.1.8 Validity of AVPS
I. Annual AVPsAn Annual AVP becomes valid 12 months from the date of issue.
II. TVPsA Temporary Vehicle Permit (TVP) will be valid for the given period or maximum
03 months.
6.1.9 Renewal of AVPAVP should be renewed 1 month prior to expiry. For renewal a new application
has to be processed for the vehicle permit.
6.1.10 Charges for AVPSThe administration charges for AVP / TVP (s) is as follows.
1. Category A – MVR 250/per annum
2. Category B – MVR 500/per annum
3. Category C – MVR 750/per annum
Categories are defined as follows;
Category A – Light commercial vehicles such as cars, vans, land
rovers, jeeps, pickups, etc.
Category B – Heavy commercial vehicles such as trucks, tractors,
Lorries, buses, dumpers, forklifts, and aircraft ground handling
equipment and vehicles, etc.
Category C – Cranes, excavators, rollers, mobile construction
equipment and machinery, etc.
At present the administration charge is waived for the following:
Vehicles owned and operated by MACL/INIA and in recognized permanently painted
livery.
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6.1.11 Lost or Stolen AVPS If an AVP is lost or stolen it must be reported immediately to AGA of
MACL/INIA.
As a precautionary measure to prevent this, an additional charge of
MRF 50 will be levied for cancellation and renewal of lost or damaged
cards (due to improper handling or carelessness) for the first time.
In case of recurrence, the measure will be augmented as follows:
A fee of MRF 100 for the second time.
If a person loses 2 passes, only after consideration of director of
AVSECOM and in exceptional cases, a third pass will be issued after
levying a fee of MRF 150.
The cost of replacement will apply to any organization/company/sections’ lost or
stolen Permit.
6.1.12 Escort ServicesEscort services are provided by AGA of MACL/INIA to vehicles which do not have
AVP but are required to access airside & land side for specific reasons. Some
examples include:
VVIP/VIP transport
Outsourced Maintenance vehicles
Vehicles of other parties functioning in the airport but not on the airside
Escort services are provided subject to Security clearance which should be
obtained by the client requiring escort into the airside.
6.1.13 LAND SIDE VEHICLE PERMIT (LVP)Aerodrome & Ground Aids is responsible for Issuing Landside vehicle Permit (LVP)
to vehicles/Equipment operating at INIA landside area.
Vehicles which require access to INIA landside area should have a valid LVP and for
vehicles require accessing both airside and landside area should have both
LVP/AVP.
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I. Application of Landside Vehicle Permit (LVP)
It is the responsibility of the Employer to ensure that the Employer’s vehicles
entering INIA Landside areas have valid LVPs
The following documents must be submitted with
the completed application form (see appendix 4);
I. Registration certificate of the vehicle
II. Documentary evidence of Insurance
coverage.
III. Applications for LVP must be received
by letter from the responsible
organization/company/section. For
Guest House vehicles only; kindly refer
to Rules and Regulations set by
Aviation Security Command of Ministry of Defence and National Security.
The vehicle will be inspected by MS of MACL/INIA to check whether it is in
accordance with the requirements. Administration Charges are required for Airport
Worthiness Inspection.
Applications for LVP should be submitted on working days. Temp. LVP will be issued
out of office hours only for unplanned/emergency situations.
II. Requirements
Vehicles should have a valid sticker showing road worthiness issued by MOT
Vehicles must be in company livery on BOTH SIDES of the vehicle
Drives of the vehicles must have a valid ADA issued by AGA of MACL/INIA,
as part of Landside road (perimeter road) infringes into airside and therefore
driver must know part of airside rules & regulations
Other requirements on AVP section (like Conditions of issue, Employers
responsibility, insurance requirements, validity and renewal of LVP) as well is
required
III. Charges for LVP
The administration charges for AVP / TVP (s) is as follows.
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1. Category A – MRF 250/per month
2. Category B – MRF 500/per month
3. Category C – MRF 750/per month
Categories are defined as follows;
Category A – Light commercial vehicles such as cars, vans, land
rovers, jeeps, pickups, etc.
Category B – Heavy commercial vehicles such as trucks, tractors,
Lorries, buses, dumpers, forklifts, and aircraft ground handling
equipment and vehicles, etc.
Category C – Cranes, excavators, rollers, mobile construction
equipment and machinery, etc.
At present the administration charge is waived for the following:
Vehicles owned and operated by MACL/INIA and in recognized
permanently painted livery.
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7 VEHICLE BREAKDOWN AND REPORTING INCIDENTS
7.1 Vehicle Breakdown
1. ReportingDrivers must immediately report to AGA if their vehicles are broken down on
any airside operational areas. Hazard warning lights, if fitted, must be turned on.
2. RemovalThe drivers should try to remove the vehicle from the airside by any means possible
ASAP even until help arrives. AGA will coordinate if any vehicle requires external
assistance.
In case of a vehicle breakdown between the traffic lights of the Runway 36
perimeter road, it should be removed as it is in the approach area of RWY 36.
It is the responsibility of the owner of the vehicle to remove it to a safe location (even
by means of pushing it) as soon as possible.
If the broken down vehicle is posing a threat to aircraft operations, AGA will and can
remove the vehicle to a safe area. AGA will not be responsible for any damage or
liability caused during the removal of vehicles from this area and the responsible
party will be charged for the services rendered by MACL/INIA.
3. No ServicingRefueling, servicing or repairing of vehicles on airside operational areas are
prohibited.
7.2 Traffic Accidents
1. ReportingIn the event of an accident inside the Airport Restricted Area, the drivers concerned
should report immediately, by telephone to AGA and Safety and Compliance
Department.
2. InjuriesIf injuries are involved, drivers should immediately report this by telephone to the
ARFF and request for an ambulance
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3. Remain at SceneUnless aircraft movement is affected, all persons Involved in the accident should
remain at the scene. Vehicles involved should not be disturbed until MACL/INIA
staffs have arrived.
4. LiabilityAny personnel involved in an accident/incident found to be the responsible party will
be liable to compensate any damages or other costs inquired due to the
accident/incident to the affected person(s)/parties.
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8 ENFORCEMENT OF AIRSIDE DRIVING AND SAFETY REGULATIONS
8.1 Government Authority Rules and RegulationsAll airside drivers must observe the provisions stipulated in the Government
Authority Rules and Regulations.
Drivers who commit traffic offences at the airside may become liable to legal action
taken by the Maldives Police Services in pursuant to the Government Authority
Rules and Regulations.
The airside traffic offences and corresponding penalties are tabulated below.
8.1.1 The Airside Driving Offence Points SchemeThe Points Scheme is not a punitive measure. Emphasis is placed on the retraining
of drivers, which must be completed within a prescribed period to refresh the
offender’s knowledge on rules and safety procedures to prevent recurrence of the
offence. Offender is permitted to continue driving duties on the airside subject to the
maximum points being accumulated.
It should be noted that the Airside Driving Offence Points Scheme shall in no way
prejudice the enforcement of the Government Authority Rules and Regulations.
1. Driving Offence PointsNotwithstanding the provisions in the Government Authority Rules and Regulations,
violations of airside driving regulations which may compromise ramp safety will carry
driving offence points.
The number of driving offence points awarded to each offence relates to the
severity of the hazard to ramp safety caused by the traffic offence.
The airside traffic offences and the corresponding number of driving offence points
are tabulated below.
A driver who has accumulated 12 demerit points within a period of 12 months from
the date of first offence will have his ADA withdrawn and is required to pass both
theory and driving tests if she/he wishes to continue driving in the airside.
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Drivers who commit offence of Causing Aircraft Damage by Careless Driving, in
addition to the award of driving offence points, the ADA of the offenders will be
suspended for 3 months immediately.
Action will be taken against repeated offenders.
2. Re-trainingTraining will be given to all airside drivers upon applying to ADA. Operation of
specific vehicles/equipment are concerned, the operating capability of the driver will
be monitored by the respective organization/company/section to which the driver
works for.
Airside driver who has accumulated 12 offence points within 12 months will be
required to be retrained at the earliest instance by his/her company on the rules and
regulations governing driving and operation of mobile equipment on the airside.
3. SuspensionFailure to re-sit and pass the examination within the prescribed period will result in
the suspension of the ADA.
The driver must not operate any mobile equipment or drive any vehicles within the
Airside Restricted Area until he/she has passed the examination for the reissuing of
ADA.
The company concerned should ensure that no driving duties are assigned to the
staff until he/she has passed the examination for the reissuing of the ADA.
4. WithdrawalIf the driver failed to attend the ADA examination due to any reasons, AGA will send
a notification to the sponsoring organization that the permit holder is required to
proceed to Officer in-charge to delete the ADA due to expiration, and in the event
that the permit holder failed to do so on or before a specified date, his/her permit will
be cancelled.
In the notification, the sponsoring organization will be reminded that they are
responsible for all liabilities as a result of their staff driving inside the Airport
Restricted Area without a valid ADA or driving authorization.
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AGA will copy the notification to the Authorized Signatory of the sponsoring
organization.
5. Re-instatement of ADAIf a company requires the ADA of an employee to be reissued, the company must
apply to AGA. The driver is required to re-sit and pass the ADA Examination before
his/her ADA will be reissued.
6. AppealAn Appeal Panel is set up to review any appeal in respect of the award of driving
offence points.
The company of the driver concerned must submit in writing the justifications of
appeal to the Chairman of the Appeal Panel, ASSOC. VICE PRESIDENT of AS&C,
within 2 weeks from the date of award of the points.
The decision made by the Appeal Panel shall be final and conclusive.
7. Scale of Demerit Points
Table 1
No. Nature of Offence DemeritPoints
1 Exceeding speed limit on a roadway in the vicinity of aircraftparking bay by
06km/h to 20 km/h 2
21 km/h to 30 km/h 5
31 km/h to 40 km/h 8
More than 40 km/h 12
2 Exceeding speed limit on a roadway away from the vicinity ofaircraft parking bay by
16km/h to 20 km/h 2
21 km/h to 30 km/h 5
31 km/h to 40 km/h 8
More than 40 km/h 12
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3 Driving without due care or reasonable consideration 9
4 Failing to comply with directional/verbal instruction of anauthorized officer in the movement area. 3
5 Failing to give way to aircraft in the movement area 9
6 Unauthorized/illegal parking 3
7Sitting other than on a passenger seat or standing in a sectionof the vehicle not constructed for standing purpose. (thedriver/operator of the vehicle has to take responsibility
5
8 Failing to confirm to traffic signs in aerodrome 5
9 Failing to give way to passengers 4
10 Parking vehicle in a manner causing obstruction, danger orundue inconvenience to other users in the aerodrome 2
11 Driving vehicles/equipment not authorized in the ADA on airside 9
12 Driving any vehicle/equipment without an AVP on airside 9
13 Overtaking, Stopping and Taking U-turn between RWY36Traffic lights 9
Table 2
No. Nature of Violation DemeritPoints
1 Driving over any horse or bonding cable lying on the groundby fueling agents during aircraft re-fueling. 9
2 Leaving vehicle unattended with the engine running,within 7.5 meters of an aircraft 9
3 ‘Run-away’ trailer unit 6
4 Towing more than 4 container trailer/baggage trolleys or morethan 3 pallet dollies at any time. 6
5 Vehicle other than baggage tractor entering baggagehandling area. 4
6 Failing to switch on amber flashing beacon light on topof the vehicle cab when operating on taxiways and runways. 4
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7 Load falling from equipment / vehicle. 2
8 Conveying load that is not properly secured 4
9 Driving a forklift with its fork at more than 10 centimetersabove road level. 4
10 Towing defective trailers/trolleys on airside roadways 4
11 Crossing Apron Boundary line for a purpose other thanservicing aircraft, maintenance and Inspection of Apron 9
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9 RULES AND PROCEDURES GOVERNING VEHICLE DRIVING ON THEAIRSIDE OPERATIONAL AREAS
9.1 General Rules and Regulations for Airside Driving (RRAD)1. No vehicles are permitted airside unless authorized by AVSECOM
2. Vehicles should access the airside through the designated access points
only, unless authorized. If any driver is found to access the airside via any
other area without being authorized, AVSECOM can remove the vehicle
from the airside and the driver’s license can be revoked by authorized
sections.
3. All drivers should wear high visibility safety vests and other Personal
Protection Equipment (PPE) as issued by the respective
organization/company/section for which he/she works for or to the
standards set forth by Safety and Compliance Department, MACL/INIA,
and;
i. The basic color of the background material of the high visibility
safety vest shall be yellow or lime green.
ii. The airport pass should be visible when wearing the high visibility
safety vest.
iii. The high visibility safety vest shall be imprinted with the respective
organization’ logo for easy identification
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4. No driver should drive a vehicle which he/she is not authorized to drive
(as per the national driving license and/or the driver’s employer)
5. No driver should drive on the airside areas other than those permitted on
the ADA. However, in case of an emergency, like an FOD on the runway,
you can access the area with the relevant permission without ADA.
6. All drivers will be responsible for ensuring that occupants in the vehicle
are authorized to remain in the airside and are fully documented in
accordance with the Aviation security Command rules.
7. All drivers must assist the security personnel at the access points to
ensure that the vehicle and occupants are in accordance with the Airside
Safety rules.
8. Drivers should have and display the security identification card allowing
access to the airside and the Authority to drive airside at all times on the
airside. The vehicle should also be displaying the AVP and grants of the
specific vehicle operating on the airside.
9. A vehicle operator should not leave a vehicle unattended, especially if
engines are running, or park the vehicle, either generally or in relation to a
particular class of vehicles, where it may create a hazard on the airside.
10. All vehicle operators must stop operating the vehicle or remove vehicle
from any area on the airside it was parked in if required by an authorized
person on the airside.
11. Immediate action is to be taken to remove any unauthorized vehicles
operating airside. In the event that a driver is found to be uncooperative,
the Aviation Security Command or Maldives Police Service has to be
informed and they have the right to remove the driver and vehicle from
the airside.
12. Vehicles are restricted from the movement area unless for the purpose of
maintenance, inspection and towing of aircraft on the movement area. In
any other case, valid access must be established and ATC clearance
should be obtained by these vehicles when they enter the movement
area.
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13. Vehicles entering movement area should have 2 way radio
communications with ATC tower and fire extinguishers of correct type.
14. Vehicles operating on the movement area must display an amber rotating
beacon while vehicles involved in emergencies must display red/blue
beacon during emergencies.
15. The driver shall seek permission from ATC using VHF radio on the
appropriate frequency for clearance to enter the Movement area. He/she
shall state the vehicle call sign, present vehicle location, purpose of
entering the runway and duration of stay.
After permission is received from ATC, the driver will visually check
that the movement area is clear of aircraft movement and safe to
proceed.
Throughout the time the vehicle is inside the movement area, the
driver must maintain radio listening watch on the appropriate VHF
frequency.
Report promptly to ATC when exiting the movement area.
In the event of VHF radio failure, the driver must immediately
clear the runway and taxiways (clearance for mobile vehicles is 90
meters perpendicular from the runway centerline); and
Use alternative means such as telephone to report to ATC when
clear of the runway strip.
16. Never enter or clear runway/taxiway into an ILS critical area.
17. Vehicles without AVP, drivers without ADA and any other unauthorized
vehicles or drivers must be escorted by AGA staff if they are absolutely
required to go onto the airside.
18. If you are escorting any other vehicle or equipment such as excavator or
wheel loader into airside, inform the tower that you are escorting and that
your call sign should be used to contact you and the vehicles you are
escorting.
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19. If any obvious hazard is detected, like an FOD on the movement or apron
area, the airside driver should remove it if possible or report to
responsible personnel or to AGA as soon as possible.
20. Permission from control tower is required if you are to access the runway
strip area.
21. No littering is allowed on the airside.
22. Vehicles on the apron area should use the service road when driving on
the apron area at all times unless required to access the apron area. No
vehicle should cross over the apron boundary line drawn in red around
the apron area.
23. No overtaking or U-turning is allowed on the service road.
24. Vehicles are restricted from entering the apron area unless for the
purposes of loading/unloading of passengers/aircrafts or servicing
aircraft. Valid access must be established.
25. Any vehicle or equipment capable of elevation must be fully retracted
before being driven anywhere on the airside road system. Forklifts should
not be elevated more than 10 cm from ground, with exception of uneven
surface where drivers can elevate to safe level in order to prevent
damage to equipment.
26. Clearance around a parked aircraft is 3 meters from all sides of the
aircraft.
27. Vehicles should not be driven inside the coned area of a parked aircraft
as this is the safety area boundary marked due to lack of stands.
28. Vehicles should stop at the “aircraft movement ahead” marking on the
service road if an aircraft is operating its anti-collision beacon.
29. No vehicle can be driven under the wings or within 3 meters of an aircraft
unless for servicing purposes only.
30. If an unauthorized vehicle is required to be operated airside, an escort will
be provided by AGA of MACL/INIA.
31. To avoid damage to aircraft or injury to passengers, vehicles and
equipment must give way to aircraft at all times.
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32. Vehicles should give way to passengers, passenger buses and Ground
handling equipment servicing the aircrafts on the apron area.
33. Any accidents should be reported immediately. If the authorized section
finds that any driver did not knowingly report an accident action will be
taken against that driver.
34. Aviation Security Command reserves the right to deny access onto the
movement area to any vehicle or equipment which could become a
hazard or drivers without the required access cards.
35. AGA reserves the right to withdraw the authority for any driver found to
infringe the rules when operating a vehicle in the airside, especially the
movement area.
36. Vehicles and ground equipment operated on
the movement area are to be in a roadworthy
and sound mechanical condition so as to
avoid breakdowns, spillage of fuels, lubricants
and hydraulic oils. AGA reserves the right to
subject vehicles be operated on the movement area to being inspected by
MSS to ensure their compliance with the requirements and to prohibit the
use of noncomplying vehicles on the movement area.
37. Vehicles should give way and should hold
position at the service road markings indicating
“give way to aircraft” if any aircraft is operating
anti-collision beacon (red) as this indicates that
the aircraft engines are running or about to be
started, or the aircraft is under tow.
38. Vehicles should keep clear 200 m behind, 200 m in front of and 54 m
from the tip of the wings of an aircraft taxiing with its own power.
39. All vehicles should keep 7.5 meters
clear from the front of the engines
and 76 meters clear behind the rear
of the aircraft being towed out onto
the apron.
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40. Vehicle speeds on the Perimeter road is restricted to:
a. 25 km/hr
Vehicle speeds on the maneuvering area are restricted to:
b. 25 km/hr on the runway
c. 15 km/hr on taxiways
Vehicle speeds on the apron area are restricted to:
a. 5 km/hr for vehicles and equipment involved in servicing
aircrafts within the safety area of aircraft.
b. 10 km/hr within 15 meters of an aircraft
c. 15 km/hr elsewhere for all vehicles on the apron area.
41. Speed Limit Exemption
a. Emergency vehicles such as fire vehicles, ambulance and police
vehicles on call must be given priority to move ahead quickly and
safely. Any indication of their approach such as sirens or flashing lights
should prompt the driver to give way by moving to the left, slowing
down or stopping if necessary.
b. The vehicles described above, must give way to taxiing and towing
aircraft at all times.
42. The area of the perimeter road south of the runway (RWY 36 end)
between the security check post No. 12 on the west side of runway 36
and the beginning of the fenced area on the
east side of the runway 36 is considered as
airside when the traffic lights are red and a
public road when the traffic lights are green.
No overtaking is allowed in this area and safety information on the sign
boards displayed should be strictly followed.
43. No driver should eat, drink, be drunk, be intoxicated, smoke and/or use a
hand held mobile phone while driving, even with the use of an ear piece.
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44. Smoking and eating is prohibited in the airside (apron area, in vehicles,
baggage handling area and hangers).
45. No driver should fill or discharge from any
container (including any part of a vehicle) liquid or
gaseous fuel elsewhere than in a place approved
for that purpose.
46. No driver should drive a motor vehicle elsewhere
than in a place provided for the passage or accommodation of such
vehicles.
47. A Baggage Tractor is allowed to tow at any one time
A Baggage Tractor is allowed to tow at any one timea. Container dollies: Loaded 4 Unloaded 6
b. Pallet Dollies Loaded 2 Unloaded 3
c. Baggage Cart (L) Loaded 2 Unloaded 3
d. Baggage Cart (S) Loaded 3 Unloaded 4
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48. Loads carried in vehicles, containers and on pallets shall be properly
secured to prevent them from being dislodged during carriage.
49. If defects are on the trailers/pallets are found during towing, the driver
shall tow the containers/cargo to the nearest equipment holding area and
replace the faulty trailer/pallet before continuing to tow. The driver must
report the fault to his section to remove the trolley/pallet from the
equipment holding area.
50. No vehicle shall be towed by another unless a suitable tow bar or
equivalent is used for that purpose.
51. The trailers must be fitted with red rear reflectors and amber side
reflectors, clearly visible in conditions of poor visibility or in darkness. High
intensity reflective sheet material or reflective paint is an acceptable
alternative.
52. Whatever color scheme a vehicle or equipment is painted in, it must be
made highly conspicuous to be visible from all sides.
53. For any vehicle or trailers, or combinations of the two, which it is essential
to use and which cannot satisfy the requirements above, specific
clearance must be applied for and obtained from MACL/INIA Operations
Department before use on the apron or airside roads.
54. When aircraft is being refueled:
i. Drivers shall not start their vehicles when within 15 m of a refueling
aircraft.
ii. Drivers of vehicles shall keep clear of the aircraft engines and shall
no pass within 2.5 meters radius around the aircraft fuel tank vents.
iii. Drivers of vehicles shall not drive over any hose or bonding cable laid
during aircraft refueling.
55. If an oil spillage occurs on movement area, the driver who sees it should
report to relevant authorities and wait there to warn other drivers of the
spilled oil as a precaution until authorized people take over.
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56. In case of an emergency, all drivers should follow the instructions in the
AEP (Airport Emergency Planning).
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9.2 AIRSIDE VEHICLE ACCESS POINTS AND CRITICALAREAS OF NAVAIDS
All vehicles accessing the airside must access through the airside access points.
There are security check posts established at these points to control access to the
airside.
There are 3 access points; Near the AGA premises, Cargo area access, and
Perimeter road (RWY 36). Access is also controlled by the traffic lights and Drop arm
barrier gates installed on the perimeter road on RWY 36 end.
4. There are 2 ILS critical areas on RWY 18/36:
One area is the ILS Glide path area on the west side of RWY 36. This area is
marked by a boundary marker. No vehicles or persons are allowed inside unless
authorized, especially in between the 2 antennas of Glide path.
The Other area is 250 metres in front (towards RWY 36), 75 meter to east and west
of RWY centerline and 10 metres behind the ILS Localizer array antennas located at
the RWY 18 end. Drivers should take special care not to take your vehicle between
the end of the RWY 18 turning pad and the antennas as this can cause interference
and cause equipment shutdown. Vehicles going around RWY 18 should always
use the side road.
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9.3 VEHICLE SAFETY REQUIREMENTS
Drivers must ensure that their vehicles or mobile equipment are roadworthy and
meet safety requirements in accordance with Airport Airside Vehicle Safety
Requirements. Any vehicle which fails to do so shall be required to be removed
immediately from the airside operational areas.
5. Obstruction Beacons
The flashing Amber obstruction beacon(s)
must be switched on whenever a vehicle is
driven on the airside operational areas, no
matter during daytime and at night.
6. No High Beam Headlights
Use of high beam headlights is prohibited.
7. Seating Capacity
Passengers may only be carried in vehicles or mobile equipment having a place
provided for that purpose. The number of passengers carried shall not exceed that
authorized on the Airside Vehicle License.
8. Seat Belts
All drivers and passengers must fasten seat belt on vehicles so equipped and drivers
should ensure all passengers have seat belts on before driving off.
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9.4 SOME IMPORTANT DRIVING CONDUCT
I. Give Way to AircraftVehicles shall give way to aircraft at all the times. This rule applies to aircraft taxiing
on their own power as well as aircraft on tow.
II. Jet EffluxDrivers operating on apron areas shall be vigilant of the hazard of jet efflux from
aircraft starting engines or entering and leaving Apron area. Vehicles should always
maintain a safe distance behind aircrafts with operating engines.
III. Direct Taxi-out OperationsAircraft departing from parking stands designated for direct taxi-out operations may
direct taxi out on its own power after obtaining approval from Air Traffic Control.
All drivers and personnel must exercise extra cautions when passing behind the
aircraft to avoid any jet blast hazards - Drivers Should stop and wait if the engine(s)
is / are running or until the aircraft has completely taxied out from the stand if the
aircraft’s Anti-collision beacons are switched on.
IV. Designated Vehicle RoutesWhen driving in the airside areas, drivers must
follow designated vehicular routes defined by
ground markings, unless the vehicle is
operating inside an aircraft parking stand.
Vehicles should not enter a parking stand as
short cut or to overtake vehicles.
V. Keep LeftVehicles travelling on the vehicular routes shall
keep to the left, with the exception of the
movement area where vehicles should drive on
the right side. A vehicle overtaking another
should do so on the right hand side of the
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vehicle being overtaken; no overtaking unless safe to do so and only in areas where
overtaking is allowed.
VI. U-turnIn the Apron area, vehicles are not allowed to take U turns on the service road.
VII. No Driving Under AircraftVehicles operating on a parking stand shall not be driven under the wings or
fuselage of the aircraft, except for access in connection with aircraft servicing.
VIII. Ground PersonnelVehicles shall give way to ground personnel operating at the aircraft side.
IX. Give Way to Passenger Buses and Emergency VehiclesVehicles operating on the aprons must give way to passenger buses, and
ambulances and fire engines responding to emergency calls. These vehicles are
exempted from the requirement to follow standard routes.
X. Pre-Driving Vehicle CheckTo drive safely, you should conduct pre-driving vehicle check before driving off:
Your vehicle must have a valid Airside Vehicle License displayed on the
windscreen
Check the tyres are in good condition and inflated to the correct pressure
Check the steering, brakes and brake failure warning light are operational
Make sure all lamps and the obstruction lights are working
Make sure the vehicle or equipment is equipped with a serviceable
fire extinguisher
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XI. How to Avoid the Obstruction to a Taxiing Aircraft/Aircraft on Tow Stop before the “Give Way to Aircraft” ground marking.
Ensure no aircraft taxiing on its own power as well as aircraft on tow is
approaching. If they are, hold at holding position near designated markings
on the service road
Ensure the road ahead is clear and he/she will be immediately able to
drive across without stopping.
XII. Be Cautious when Towing Always stay alert and keep clear of other vehicles and people before
moving on
To keep at least one tow tractors distance between other vehicles
Do not exceed the allowed passenger or goods capacity
9.5 GSE PARKING / VEHICLE PARKING SPACEVehicles/ Ground Services Equipment specific to the airside, when not in use must
be parked in the designated equipment areas or in the parking spaces as designated
by Ramp Services Section of MACL/INIA. Other vehicles which have to be parked on
the apron area should ask guidance from an officer of Ramp Services Section.
9.6 SAFETY PRECAUTIONS DURING LOW VISIBILITY CONDITIONSIn the event of low visibility conditions when Runway Visual Range (RVR) is 1000
meters or lower, or cloud ceiling is 400 feet or lower, and is forecast to deteriorate,
the Airport Authority will stipulate restrictions on vehicle movements.
1 Vehicular MovementsVehicular movements on the aprons shall be reduced to the minimum. Always
confirm whether it is safe to proceed in a vehicle in the intended course during such
situations.
2 Aircraft Maneuvering AreaEntry to the Aircraft Maneuvering Area will be strictly prohibited.
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3 SpeedMaximum driving speed shall be reduced to 15 km/h. However, as visibility reduces,
drivers must further slow down to a speed safe for the prevailing conditions.
4 Wider DistanceDrivers shall keep a wider Distance from aircraft and other vehicles.
5 RestrictionUnder low visibility conditions, no vehicular movement is allowed on the Side road
around RWY 18 unless required and approved by Air Traffic Control.
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10 VEHICLE PHRASEOLOGY AT IBRAHIM NASIR INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT
10.1 IntroductionVehicle drivers operating near the aircraft require compliance with rules and
standards of conduct in areas designated for aircraft movement. The radio frequency
used to communicate with the Control Tower may be quite busy at times, as it is also
used by pilots and controllers. Hence, drivers need to understand and use the
correct radiotelephony (RTF) phraseology and techniques.
The purpose of this handbook is to provide you with a reference to the phraseology
most commonly used between vehicle drivers and controllers.
Standard RTF phraseology has been developed over time to be as clear and concise
as possible. Unclear or non-standard phraseology can lead to misunderstanding.
Such misunderstandings have led to incidents and accidents in some countries.
However, whilst standard phraseology is available to cover most routine situations,
not every conceivable situation will be covered. Drivers should be prepared to use
plain language where necessary and follow the principle of keeping transmissions
clear, concise and to the point.
Drivers have a personal responsibility to drive safely and follow the rules of the
aerodrome.
10.2 Communication EquipmentAll vehicles operating on the maneuvering area must be equipped with a VHF radio
capable of contacting the Control Tower.
10.3 Good RTF PracticeI. Before you transmit
a. Be aware of the radio failure procedures.
b. Make sure that the volume and squelch controls on the radio are correctly
set.
c. If you plan to work outside the vehicle and it is equipped with a fixed unit,
ensure a handheld unit is also available. Be aware that high ambient noise
levels, e.g. aircraft noise, may drown out transmissions.
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d. The frequency could be very busy. Hence, listen before transmitting. Do
not interrupt another transmission and allow time for any necessary reply
from someone else.
Think about what you are going to say before you transmit. If you are in a
position to do so, it may help to write it down in advance.
e. Press the transmit switch before you start to talk.
II. When you transmita. Use a normal conversation tone. Do not talk too fast, speak clearly and at
a steady pace. Keep the rhythm, speed, volume and pitch normal. Keep
the microphone close to your lips but not touching them and do not turn
your head away from the microphone while talking.
b. ‘Roger’ means ‘I have received all of your last transmission’. Do not say
‘roger’ if you have not received all of the transmission, but use ‘say again’
to ask for the message to be repeated.
c. Do not use ‘roger’ to acknowledge a message requiring a specific answer.
d. Always read back in full instructions relating to movement on the
maneuvering area. Do not replace a read back of these instructions with
‘roger’ or ‘copied’ or ‘wilco’. Read backs are important because they help
to make sure that you have received and understood all of the instructions
transmitted to you. If you are in a position to do so, it may help to write
down important parts of the instruction, such as a holding point.
e. If you do not understand instructions, ask for clarification and do not guess
what it is you are being told to do.
If the instructions issued by the controller do not correspond preciselywith the request, query them.
III. After you transmita. Do not release the transmit switch until after you have finished speaking.
b. If you are using a handheld radio or microphone, make sure that it is not
left in such a position where the transmit button is pressed in, as this will
jam the frequency and mean that no one else will be heard if they transmit.
A jammed frequency is not just irritating; it is potentially dangerous.
IV. Listening
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a. Be aware that people can fall into the trap of hearing what they expect to
hear, rather than what is actually said to them. Listen carefully to make
sure you hear what is said to you.
b. At all times listen for your call sign and any new instructions or information.
As the traffic situation changes, you may be given different instructions or
information. As the traffic situation changes, you may be given different
instructions or new information.
c. Transmissions from pilots or other vehicle drivers also contain valuable
information about their intentions that can help you maintain awareness of
the other traffic around you. This is particularly important when driving at
the airport at night, in adverse weather, or during low visibility conditions.
10.4 Radio ProceduresI. RTF Spelling Alphabet
The ICAO RTF Spelling Alphabet, tabled below, should be used in radio
communications on the airside.
Letter Word Pronunciation Letter Word Pronunciation
A Alfa AL FAH N November NO VEM BER
B Bravo BRAH VOH O Oscar OSS CAH
C Charlie CHAR LEE / SHARLEE P Papa PAH PAH
D Delta DELL TAH Q Quebec KEH BECK
E Echo ECK OH R Romeo ROW ME OH
F Foxtrot FOKS TROT S Sierra SEE AIR RAH
G Golf GOLF T Tango TANG GO
H Hotel HO TELL U Uniform YOU NEE FORM /OO NEE FORM
I India IN DEE AH V Victor VIK TAH
J Juliett JEW LEE ETT W Whiskey WISS KEY
K Kilo KEY LOH X X-ray ECKS RAY
L Lima LEE MAH Y Yankee YANG KEY
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M Mike MIKE Z Zulu ZOO LOO
II. Pronunciation of Numbers Numbers shall be transmitted using the following pronunciations:
Number or NumeralElement Pronunciation
0 ZE-RO1 WUN2 TOO3 TREE4 FOW- er5 FIFE6 SIX7 SEV-en8 AIT9 NIN-er
5 and 9 are spoken as ‘FIFE’ and ‘NINER’ respectively as they are
easily confused when spoken normally.
Number or NumeralElement Pronunciation
Decimal DAY-SEE-MALHundred HUN-dredThousand TOU-SAND
The syllables printed in capital letters in the above table are to be
stressed; for example, the two syllables in ZE-RO are given equal
emphasis, whereas the first syllable of FOW-er is given primary
emphasis.
Each digit, except the thousands, should be pronounced separately.
Add the word “thousand” after the digit to indicate a thousand. Add the
word “decimal” in between digits to indicate a decimal.
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Number Spoken As10 ONE ZERO50 FIVE ZERO
100 ONE ZERO ZERO427 FOUR TWO SEVEN
15000 ONE FIVE THOUSAND121.9 ONE TWO ONE DECIMAL NINE
III. Phraseology Use standard phraseology when possible.
Always be concise and unambiguous on RTF.
Do not use expressions of politeness excessively.
a. Call SignDrivers should ensure they always use the correct call sign allocated to that
particular vehicle.
b. Establishing CommunicationWhen first establishing communication, drivers should use the full call signs
of both stations, saying first whom they are calling (e.g. Male’ Tower), and
then who they are (e.g. Safety One).
The reply may include the phrase ‘go ahead’.
Example
Safety One: MALE’ TOWER, THIS IS SAFETY ONE.
Male’ Tower: SAFETY ONE, MALE’ TOWER, GO AHEAD.
If there is no response, the vehicle operator should wait a few moments to re-
try.
An acknowledgment means a transmission has been received and fully
understood with a read back of the message to ATC.
Example
Vehicle: TOWER, SAFETY ONE, ROGER.
If the instructions are not fully understood, the vehicle operator should request
a repeat of the message.
Example
Vehicle: TOWER, SAFETY ONE, SAY AGAIN
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To end any communication, say the call sign of the calling station.
Example
Vehicle: SAFETY ONE
c. Continuing CommunicationOnce satisfactory communication has been established, only the vehicle call
sign is normally used.
Example
Tower: SAFETY ONE, REPORT POSITION
Safety One: SAFETY ONE, ON THE MAIN APRON, REQUEST
ENTER RUNWAY FOR AN INSPECTION.
Tower: SAFETY ONE, ENTER RUNWAY VIA TAXIWAY ALPHA.
During communications with ATC, standard phraseology should be used to
make transmissions more efficient and to avoid misunderstandings. The
following are examples of standard radio transmissions:
d. Authorization Request and Response :Permission to enter a runway
Example
Vehicle: MALE’ TOWER, AIRFIELD THREE
Tower: AIRFIELD THREE, TOWER
Vehicle: AIRFIELD THREE ON THE MAIN APRON,
REQUEST PERMISSION TO PROCEED RUNWAY
36 VIA TAXIWAY BRAVO FOR RUNWAY
INSPECTION.
Tower: AIRFIELD THREE, PROCEED RUNWAY 36 VIA
TAXIWAY BRAVO FOR RUNWAY INSPECTION.
Vehicle: ROGER, AIRFIELD THREE.
OR
Tower: AIRFIELD THREE, NEGATIVE, HOLD YOUR
POSITION.
Vehicle: HOLDING, AIRFIELD THREE.
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Permission to proceed onto taxiwayExample
Vehicle: MALE’ TOWER, THIS IS AIRFIELD ONE, NORTH
OF MAIN APRON. REQUEST TO PROCEED TO
WORK IN PROGRESS ON TAXIWAY CHARLIE.
Tower: AIRFIELD ONE, THIS IS MALE’ TOWER.
PROCEED TO TAXIWAY CHARLIE.
ACKNOWLEDGE.
Vehicle: TOWER, AIRFIELD ONE. PROCEEDING TO
TAXIWAY CHARLIE.
Tower: AIRFIELD ONE, AFFIRM.
Permission to proceed on the maneuvering area may include such
instructions regarding other traffic to ensure safe operations.
Example
Tower: AIRFIELD ONE, GIVE WAY TO THE SRI LANKAN AIRBUS 340
ON YOUR RIGHT, THEN PROCEED TO TAXIWAY CHARLIE.
CAUTION, JET BLAST.
Vacating a runwayWhen a driver is instructed to vacate a runway, the driver must read back the
instruction.
A runway vacated report should not be made until the vehicle, and towed
aircraft (if there is one), or associated vehicles (if there are any being
escorted), are clear of the designated runway area. This will be once the
appropriate runway holding point has been passed. To avoid
misunderstanding, drivers must use the expression ‘vacated’ and not ‘clear’
or‘cleared’.
Example
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Tower: TANGO ONE, VACATE RUNWAY VIA TAXIWAY
ALPHA, REPORT VACATED.
Vehicle: VACATE AT ALPHA, WILCO, TANGO ONE.
Vehicle: RUNWAY VACATED, TANGO ONE.
Tower: TANGO ONE.
Permission to cross a runwayA driver must not under any circumstances cross or enter a runway unless a
specific instruction has been issued and acknowledged.
Example
Vehicle: TANGO ONE, AT RUNWAY CROSSING POINT ON THE
WESTERN SIDE. REQUEST PERMISSION TO CROSS
RUNWAY TO PROCEED TO TOWER.
Tower: TANGO ONE, VIA RUNWAY CROSSING POINT, CROSS
RUNWAY, PROCED TO TOWER.
Vehicle: VIA RUNWAY CROSSING POINT, CROSS RUNWAY,
PROCEED TO TOWER, TANGO ONE.
Permission to tow an aircraftControllers may not always know in advance that an aircraft is to be towed.
Ground vehicles are less maneuverable when towing an aircraft and this need
to be taken into account when issuing instructions to these vehicles. To avoid
confusion and help the controller to identify the correct aircraft to be towed,
drivers should state the aircraft type, e.g. Boeing 747, and where appropriate,
the company operating the aircraft, e.g. ‘Singapore Airlines’, as part of the first
call.
It is sometimes necessary for a tug to push an aircraft back from the parked
position before towing and, in these circumstances, drivers should request
permission to push back and tow as shown below.
Example 1
Vehicle: TOWER, TOW TUG ONE REQUEST TOW SINGAPORE
AIRLINES B747 ONTO RUNWAY VIA TAXIWAY ALPHA.
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Tower: TOW TUG ONE, TOW ONTO RUNWAY VIA TAXIWAY ALPHA.
Vehicle: TOW ONTO RUNWAY VIA TAXIWAY ALPHA, TOW TUG ONE.
Example 2
Vehicle: TUG ONE, REQUEST PUSHBACK AND TOW
SINGAPORE AIRLINES B747 ONTO RUNWAY VIA TAXIWAY
BRAVO.
Messages relating to the safety of an aircraftDrivers on aerodromes sometimes observe things that could affect safety and
need to transmit this information to the controller. The examples given below
are not exhaustive. Drivers may need to use plain language and should be as
clear and concise as possible.
Information concerning the safety of a specific aircraft should be transmitted
to the controller who will then pass it to the aircraft pilot.
Example
Vehicle: RAMP ONE, OPEN VENTILATION PANEL STARBOARD SIDE
OF BRITISH AIRWAYS BOEING 777 PASSING ON TAXIWAY
CHARLIE.
Tower: RAMP ONE, ROGER.
If the driver has noticed something which may be significant, but is told to
‘standby’, they should not assume that the controller has seen the same thing,
but should emphasize the urgency of their message.
Vehicle: RAMP ONE, URGENT MESSAGE.
Messages concerning WildlifeWildlife such as birds and animals are a potential hazard to aircraft. One bird
can destroy a jet engine and a flock could cause an aircraft accident.
Example
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Vehicle: FOX ONE, LARGE FLOCK OF BIRDS ON GRASS
SOUTH OF TAXIWAY ECHO.
Tower: FOX ONE, ROGER.
Broken down vehicleIf a vehicle breaks down, the driver should inform the controller immediately,
including precise information regarding the vehicle’s location, and follow the
aerodrome’s procedures for broken down vehicles.
Example
Vehicle: AIRFIELD TWO, SOUTH OF TAXIWAY HOTEL,
BROKEN DOWN UNABLE TO MOVE, CONTACTING
ENGINEERS.
Tower: AIRFIELD TWO, ROGER.
ATC instructions to hold short of a runway must be read back
Example
Vehicle: TOWER, SAFETY ONE
Tower: SAFETY ONE, TOWER
Vehicle: SAFETY ONE, ON MAIN APRON, REQUEST
PERMISSION TO PROCEED ON RUNWAY VIA TAXIWAY
ALPHA FOR RUNWAY INSPECTION.
Tower: SAFETY ONE, PROCEED TO TAXIWAY
ALPHA. HOLD SHORT OF RUNWAY
Vehicle: SAFEETY ONE, ROGER, HOLDING SHORT OF
RUNWAY
Broadcast InformationWhen a controller wishes to broadcast information to all vehicles likely to
receive it, the message will be prefaced by phrase ‘all stations’.
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No reply is expected to such general calls, unless individual vehicles are
subsequently called upon to acknowledge receipt, or the recipient needs to
query the information.
Example
Tower: ALL STATIONS, MALE’ TOWER,
DISTRESS TRAFFIC ON FINAL
Readability and Test TransmissionsIt is important that all RTF transmissions are readable, i.e. clear enough and loud
enough to be understood. A radio test should be done when you are unsure of your
radio’s performance. Whilst radios need to be tested, test transmissions should only
be as long as is necessary for the test and not longer than 10 seconds. Tests must
not interfere with other transmissions.
To make it clear that the transmission is a test, drivers should follow the format
shown below, and include the frequency being used as part of their first
transmission. The radio station will assess the transmission and advise the driver of
the readability of the transmission using the scale:
Readability Scale Meaning
1 Unreadable
2 Readable now and then
3 Readable but with difficulty
4 Readable
5 Perfectly readable
Example 1
Vehicle: MALE’ TOWER, SAFETY ONE, RADIO CHECK
Tower: SAFETY ONE, MALE’ TOWER, READABILITY FIVE
OR
Vehicle: MALE’ TOWER, SAFETY ONE, RADIO CHECK
Tower: SAFETY ONE, MALE’ TOWER, COMMENCE TEST COUNT
Vehicle: TEST COUNT ONE, TWO, THREE, TWO, ONE
Tower: READ YOU FIVE
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Additional information may be added regarding any abnormality noted as shown in
the examples below.
Example 2
Vehicle: MALE’ TOWER, SAFETY ONE, RADIO CHECK
Tower: SAFETY ONE, MALE’ TOWER, READABILITY THREE, WITH
A LOUND BACKGROUND WHISTLE
Where the test transmission is unreadable, the radio station may not be able to
identify the caller and may respond to ‘station calling’ also as shown below:
Example 3
Vehicle: MALE’ TOWER, SAFETY ONE, RADIO CHECK
Tower: STATION CALLING MALE’ TOWER, READABILITY ONE
10.5 Radio FailureIn the event of a radio failure, drivers should follow the established procedures. The
controller may use the following signals to communicate with vehicles. Drivers
should keep a look out for and understand these signals, which have the following
meanings:
Characteristic and colour of lightbeam or pyrotechnic
Meaning when directed from theTower to a vehicle
Continuous red light Stop
Red flashes Move clear of the landing area
Green flashes You may move on the
maneuvering area
White flashes Return to starting point on the
aerodrome
10.6 Standard Words and PhrasesThe use of standard words and phrases helps prevent misunderstandings which can
contribute to accidents. It also reduces the need for additional transmissions and
reduces congestion on what is often a busy frequency.
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The following words and phrases used in RTF communications have the specific
meanings given below.
Word/Phrase Meaning
ACKNOWLEDGE Let me know if you have received and understoodthis message
AFFIRM Yes, or permission granted
APPROVED Permission for proposed action granted
BREAK Indicates the separation between messages
BREAK BREAKIndicates the separation between messages
transmitted to different call signs in a busyenvironment
CANCEL Cancel the previously transmitted clearance
CHANGING TO I intend to call … (unit) on … (frequency)
CHECK Examine a system or procedure (not to be used inany other context. No answer is normally expected)
CONFIRM I request verification of (clearance, instruction,action, information)
CONTACT Establish communication with … (your details havebeen passed)
CORRECT True or accurate
CORRECTION An error has been made in this transmission (ormessage indicated). The correct version is …
DISREGARD Ignore
EXPEDITE Carry out an action at best rate/speed.Note: usually followed by the action to be taken.
HOLD POSITION Do not proceed until you have received permission
HOLD SHORTStop before reaching the specified location.Note: used in limited circumstances where no
defined point exists (e.g. where there is no suitablylocated holding point ) or to reinforce a clearance limit
HOW DO YOU READ What is the readability of my transmission?
I SAY AGAIN I repeat for clarity or emphasis
MONITOR Listen out on (frequency)
NEGATIVE No, or permission not granted or that is not correct,or not capable
OUTThis conversation is ended and no response is
expected. (Normally used only under poorcommunication conditions).
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PASS YOUR MESSAGE Proceed with your message
READ BACK Repeat all, or the specified part, of this messageback to me exactly as received
REPORT Pass requested information
REQUEST I would like to know … or I wish to obtain …
ROGERI have received all or your last transmission.Note: Under no circumstances to be used in reply to
a question requiring a direct answer in the affirmative(AFFIRM) or negative (NEGATIVE)
SAY AGAINRepeat all, or the following part, or your last
transmission.(Do not use the word “repeat”).
SPEAK SLOWER (self-explanatory)
STANDBY Wait and listen. I will call you again.
THAT IS CORRECT (self-explanatory)WHAT IS YOUR
REQUEST/MESSAGE (self-explanatory)
WILCO Understood, will comply with.
10.7 SafetyRunway incursion is any occurrence at an airport involving the incorrect presence of
an aircraft, vehicle or person on the protected area of a surface designated for the
landing and takeoff of aircraft.
There have been significant runway incursions that have resulted from a driver
responding to a clearance or instruction intended for another vehicle or aircraft. This
is commonly the result of the driver expecting to hear his call sign in the next
communication from ATC but in fact the communication is directed to another party
with a similar sounding call sign.
Hence, drivers are advised to remain alert to the call signs of other vehicles and
aircraft operating on or near to a runway and listen carefully for their call sign in any
communication from ATC and contact ATC anytime there is a concern about a
potential conflict.
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11 MARKING AND SIGNS
11.1 APRON AREA AND APRON ROAD MARKINGS
ROAD EDGE LINE
ROAD EDGE LINE WITH APRONBOUNDARY LINE
ROAD CENTRE LINE
ROAD EDGE LINE MARKING ATTAXI LANE CROSSING
ONLY BAGGAGE TRACTORSBEYOND THIS POINT
CLEARANCE ZONE(NO ENTRY)
SPEED LIMIT SIGN
AIRCRAFT MOVEMENT AHEAD
PROCEED WITH CAUTION!!!
BAGGAGE TRACTORS ONLY BEYOND
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11.2 TRAFFIC SIGNS
BEND TO RIGHT AHEAD
BEND TO LEFT AHEAD
SIDE ROAD ON LEFT AHEAD
NO ENTRY FOR VEHICLES
ONE WAY TO LEFT
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SHARP DEVIATION OF ROUTE TOLEFT
SPEED LIMIT SIGN
PEDESTRIAN CROSSING
NO SMOKING
ROAD OVER WATER
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11.3 MOVEMENT AREA GUIDANCE SIGNAGE
Mandatory Instruction Signs
White Inscription onRed Background(Identify a Locationbeyond which anaircraft taxiing orvehicle shall notproceed unlessauthorized by AirTraffic Control)
Direction Signs
Black Inscription onyellow background(Identify thedesignation anddirection of taxiways atan intersection)
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11.4 SOME IMPORTANT SIGN BOARDS
Location Signs
Yellow Inscription onBlack background withyello border where it isa stand alone sign(identify thedesignation of thelocation taxiway,Runway or otherpavement the aircraftor vehicle is on or isentering.
SIGN BOARD NEAR RWY36TRAFFIC LIGHTS
SECURITY RESTRICTEDAREAS
APPROACH AREA OF WESTBOUND WATER RUNWAY
APPROACH AREA OF WESTBOUND WATER RUNWAY
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11.5 AIRFIELD GROUND MARKINGS
RUNWAY CENTRE LINE
RUNWAY SIDE STRIPE
TOUCH DOWN ZONE ANDAIMING POINT
RUNWAY THRESHOLD
RUNWAY HOLDING POSITION
TAXIWAY CENTRE LINE
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TAXIWAY SIDE STRIPE
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12.1 APPENDIX 1
Airport Zone Map
INIA Restricted Area
Perimeter road which infringes into Airside
Apron
Manoeuvring Area /Runway Strip
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