AC Guidance Material and Procedures of Air Traffic Controller Licence and Ratings

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1 LAMPIRAN PERATURAN DIREKTUR JENDERAL PERHUBUNGAN UDARA NOMOR : SKEP/17/II/2009 TANGGAL : 13 Pebruari 2009 Advisory Circular AC Guidance Material and Procedures of Air Traffic Controller Licence and Ratings Revision : Original Date : Pebruari 2009 REPUBLIC OF INDONESIA MINISTRY OF TRANSPORTATION DIRECTORATE GENERAL OF CIVIL AVIATION JAKARTA INDONESIA

2 FOREWORD 1. PURPOSE: This Advisory Circular prescribes procedures to be used by applicant to obtain air traffic controller licence and ratings in accordance with CASR Part 69. This Advisory Circular may be made available to the public so that they may better understand the procedure and requirements to apply and to issue air traffic controller licence and ratings. 2. REFERENCES: This Advisory Circular should be used in accordance with the applicable regulations. 3. REVISION: Revision of this Advisory Circular will be approved by the Director General of Civil Aviation. DIRECTOR GENERAL OF CIVIL AVIATION, BUDHI M. SUYITNO 1 P age

3 AMENDMENT RECORD Amendment Number Amendment Date Incorporated by Incorporated on 2 P age

4 TABLE OF CONTENT FOREWORD... AMENDMENT RECORD... TABLE OF CONTENT... CHAPTER I GENERAL Introduction Definitions and Abbreviations... CHAPTER II AIR TRAFFIC CONTROLLER LICENCE Requirements for the issue of the licence Requirement For Air Traffic Control Licences Age Knowledge Experience Medical fitness Provisions Regarding Air Traffic Controller Licences. CHAPTER III AIR TRAFFIC CONTROLLER RATINGS Requirements for air traffic controller ratings Ratings For Senior And Supervisory Personnel Personnel requirement for the ATC Ratings Provisions Regarding Air Traffic Control Ratings... CHAPTER IV ISSUING AND RENEWAL PROCESS Issuing Process of Air Traffic Controller Licence Issuing Process of Air Traffic Controller Ratings ATC Check Controller Renewal Process of Air Traffic Controller Licence Renewal Process of Air Traffic Controller Ratings... CHAPTER V OBLIGATION AND PENALTY OF THE HOLDER OF ATC LICENCE Obligation Penalty... 3 P age

5 CHAPTER I GENERAL 1. Introduction a. Standardization of procedures and methods regarding the recruitment, training, performance and, where required, licensing of air traffic services (ATS) personnel is essential in a service which has international obligations and uses procedures involving more than one unit. The degree of standardization achieved is directly related to the proficiency with which individuals perform their duties. This condition in turn determines the efficiency of the service given to the users and to the travelling public. b. Individual proficiency is attained and maintained by a programme of training, proficiency evaluation checks and routine assessments, and, most essentially, by the deliberate and conscientious efforts of all ATS personnel. c. While it is recognized that State employees may operate as air traffic controllers without a licence, provided they meet the requirements for this profession set out in Annex 1 - Personnel Licensing, it has nevertheless been found that most States prefer to issue such licences even to their State employees acting in this capacity. This is mainly due to the fact that it has been recognized that this will assist in maintaining the level of confidence required to ensure collaboration between ground services and operators and/or pilots under the best possible terms, especially when such collaboration involves persons of different nationalities, backgrounds and mentalities. It is for this reason that the material presented hereafter has been based on the assumption that States are applying the practice of issuing personal licences and ratings to each person required to act as an air traffic controller. d. The air traffic controller licence does not by itself entitle the holder to provide ATS to aircraft. The provision of such services at specific locations or within specific areas, or its performance with the aid of special tools such as radar requires additional knowledge and/or skills related to existing local conditions, or to the tool in question. The evidence of the necessary knowledge and/or skills is provided by an appropriate rating certifying that the additional knowledge and/or skills have been acquired to a degree necessary for the safe performance of the assigned duties. Such ratings must be entered on the licence of the person concerned. e. The requirements for the issue of an air traffic controller Iicence and for rating should conform to the applicable provisions in CASR Part 69. f. Validity of the Air Traffic Controller Licence is 2 (two) years since date of published and can be extended. g. This Licence can be used in Indonesia Flight Information Region and/or other contracting state with their requirements. 4 P age

6 h. Age of the holder of Air Traffic Controller Licence is 21 (twenty one) till 65 (sixty five) years old. 2. Definitions and Abbreviations a. Definitions When the following terms are used in the Standards and Recommended Practices for Personnel Licensing, they have the following meanings: Accredited medical conclusion. The conclusion reached by one or more medical experts acceptable to the Licensing Authority for the purposes of the case concerned, in consultation with flight operations or other experts as necessary. Aeroplane. A power-driven heavier-than-air aircraft, deriving its lift in flight chiefly from aerodynamic reactions on sur faces which remain fixed under given conditions of flight. Aircraft. Any machine that can derive support in the atmosphere from the reactions of the air other than the reactions of the air against the earth s surface. Approved training. Training carried out under special curricula and supervision approved by a Contracting State. Balloon. A non-power-driven lighter-than-air aircraft. Flight crew member. A licensed crew member charged with duties essential to the operation of an aircraft during a flight duty period. Flight plan. Specified information provided to air traffic services units, relative to an intended flight or portion of a flight of an aircraft. Flight time aeroplanes. The total time from the moment an aeroplane first moves for the purpose of taking off until the moment it finally comes to rest at the end of the flight. Note. Flight time as here defined is synonymous with the term block to block time or chock to chock time in general usage which is measured from the time an aeroplane first moves for the purpose of taking off until it finally stops at the end of the flight. Human performance. Human capabilities and limitations which have an impact on the safety and efficiency of aeronautical operations. Instrument flight time. Time during which a pilot is piloting an aircraft solely by reference to instruments and without external reference points. 5 P age

7 Instrument ground time. Time during which a pilot is practising, on the ground, simulated instrument flight in a synthetic flight trainer approved by the Licensing Authority. Instrument time. Instrument flight time or instrument ground time. Licensing Authority. The Authority designated by a Contracting State as responsible for the licensing of personnel. 1) assessment of an applicant s qualifications to hold a licence or rating; 2) issue and endorsement of licences and ratings; 3) designation and authorization of approved persons; 4) approval of training courses; 5) approval of the use of synthetic flight trainers and authorization for their use in gaining the experience or in demonstrating the skill required for the issue of a licence or rating; and 6) validation of licences issued by other Contracting States. Medical Assessment. The evidence issued by a Contracting State that the licence holder meets specific requirements of medical fitness. It is issued following an evaluation by the Licensing Authority of the report submitted by the designated medical examiner who conducted the examination of the applicant for the licence. Night. The hours between the end of evening civil twilight and the beginning of morning civil twilight or such other period between sunset and sunrise, as may be prescribed by the appropriate authority. Pilot-in-command. The pilot designated by the operator, or in the case of general aviation, the owner, as being in command and charged with the safe conduct of a flight. Problematic use of substances. The use of one or more psychoactive substances by aviation personnel in a way that: 1) constitutes a direct hazard to the user or endangers the lives, health or welfare of others; and/or 2) causes or worsens an occupational, social, mental or physical problem or disorder. Psychoactive substances. Alcohol, opioids, cannabinoids, sedatives and hypnotics, cocaine, other psychostimulants, hallucinogens, and volatile solvents, whereas coffee and tobacco are excluded. Rated air traffic controller. An air traffic controller holding a licence and valid ratings appropriate to the privileges to be exercised. Rating. An authorization entered on or associated with a licence and forming part thereof, stating special conditions, privileges or limitations pertaining to such licence. 6 P age

8 Rendering (a licence) valid. The action taken by a Contracting State, as an alternative to issuing its own licence, in accepting a licence issued by any other Contracting State as the equivalent of its own licence. Sign a maintenance release (to). To certify that maintenance work has been completed satisfactorily in accordance with the applicable Standards of airworthiness. Ab Initio. Selected individuals participating to Initial ATC Training. Aerodrome Control Service Air traffic control service for aerodrome traffic. Reference: ICAO Annex 2 (1990). Aerodrome Traffic. All traffic on the manoeuvring area of an aerodrome and all aircraft flying in the vicinity of an aerodrome. Reference: ICAO Annex 2 (1990). Aerodrome Traffic Circuit. The specified path to be flown by aircraft operating in the vicinity of an aerodrome. Aerodrome Traffic Zone. An area of defined dimensions established around an aerodrome for the protection of aerodrome traffic. Air Traffic. All aircraft in flight or operating on the manoeuvring area of an aerodrome. Air Traffic Advisory Service. A service provided within advisory airspace to ensure separation, in so far as practical, between aircraft which are operating on Instrument Flight Rules (IFR) flight plans. Air Traffic Controller Licence. A document that identifies a person as a qualified air traffic controller and contains personal, medical and professional qualifications including details of ratings, endorsements and current competence/validity. Air Traffic Control Service. A service provided for the purpose of: 1) preventing collisions: a) between aircraft, b) on the manoeuvring area between aircraft and obstructions; 2) expediting and maintaining an orderly flow of air traffic. Air Traffic Services Reporting Office. A Unit established for the purpose of receiving reports concerning air traffic services and flight plans submitted before departure. Air Traffic Service. A generic term meaning variously flight information service, alerting service, air traffic advisory service, air traffic control service (Area Control service, Approach Control service or Aerodrome Control service). 7 P age

9 Air Traffic Services Unit. A generic term meaning variously Air Traffic Control Unit, Flight Information Centre or Air Traffic Services Reporting Office. Alerting Service. A service provided to notify appropriate Organisations regarding aircraft in need of search and rescue aid, and assist such Organisations as required. Approach Control Service. Air traffic control service for arriving, departing or transiting controlled flights. Appropriate Air Traffic Services Authority. The relevant Authority designated by the State responsible for providing air traffic services in the airspace concerned. Area Control Centre. A Unit established to provide air traffic control service to controlled flights in control areas under its jurisdiction. Reference: ICAO Annex 2 (1990). Area Control Service. Air traffic control service for controlled flights in control areas. Reference: ICAO Annex 2 (1990). Aerodrome Flight Information Unit. A Unit established at an aerodrome to provide a Flight Information Service (FIS) to aerodrome traffic. Reference: Developed by Licensing Work Group. Assessment. The procedure by which the professional qualities currently being demonstrated by a student or trainee are determined. In some cases consistency may be a requirement and the attributes may be assessed individually or in their entirety. In other words, the overall quality of work is being judged. Reference: Assessing Operational Competency (EATMP, 2002 T29). Competence. The appropriate knowledge, skills and experience to provide the valid air traffic control services stated in an air traffic controller's licence. Reference: Developed by Licensing Work Group. Competence Scheme. The approved method by which competence is measured and maintained by the Licensing Authority. Reference: Developed by Licensing Work Group. Controlled Aerodrome. An aerodrome to the traffic of which an air traffic control service is provided. Reference: ICAO Annex 2 (1990). Controlled Flight. A controlled flight is any flight subject to an air traffic control clearance. Reference: ICAO Annex 2 (1990). Designated Authority. The competent body designated by State Authority, responsible for aviation safety regulation. Endorsement. An entry in an ATC licence indicating the air traffic control Unit and the operational positions or sectors at which a controller may 8 P age

10 exercise the privileges of the valid rating or ratings included in the ATC licence. Endorsements fall into three categories as follows: 1) licence endorsement, 2) rating endorsement, 3) Unit endorsement. Examination. An in-depth inspection of a person's knowledge. It is a highly formalised test for a qualification using written and/or oral questioning. Extension Validation. The process by which a valid rating is endorsed for additional operational positions or sectors at the same Unit. Flight Information Centre. A Unit established to provide flight information service and alerting service. Flight Information Service. A service provided for the purpose of giving advice and information useful for the safe and efficient conduct of flights. Reference: ICAO Annex 2 (1990). Initial Training. Initial Training includes technical subjects, and ATC theory and practice including practical training conducted on simulators. The object of Initial Training is to prepare a trainee for Pre- On-the-Job Training (pre-ojt) at an ATC Unit. Initial Training is divided into two phases: 1) Basic Training. Training designed to impart fundamental knowledge and skills, to enable student ATCOs to progress to specialised ATC training. 2) Rating Training (training in the rating discipline). Specialised ATC training to provide knowledge and skills related to a job category and appropriate to the discipline to be pursued in the ATS environment. Licensing Administration. The Licensing Administration may be part of the designated State Licensing Authority or separate from it, but is responsible to the Licensing Authority for the administration of the State licensing scheme and the application of the licensing legislation and requirements. Its responsibilities will include the issue and renewal of licences and maintenance of licensing records. It does not have the power to revoke a licence. Licence Endorsement. An authorisation entered on a air traffic controller licence and forming part thereof, stating a specialist qualification associated with the valid ratings in the licence. Medical Assessment. The evidence issued by a Contracting State that the licence holder meets specific requirements of medical fitness. It is issued following an evaluation by the Licensing Authority of the report submitted by the designated medical examiner who conducted the medical examination of the applicant for the licence. Reference: ICAO Annex 2 (1990). 9 P age

11 On-the-Job Training (OJT). The integration in practice of previously acquired job-related routines and skills under the supervision of a qualified On-the-Job-Training instructor in a live traffic situation. On-the-Job-Training Instructor (OJTI). A rated air traffic controller with an air traffic control licence endorsed with a current qualification that permits the holder to carry out instruction in the operational environment for which the rating is issued. Pre- On-the-Job Training (Pre-OJT). The phase of locally based training during which extensive use of simulation, using site-specific facilities, will enhance the development of previously acquired routines and abilities to an exceptionally high level of achievement. Psychoactive Substances. Psychoactive substances are alcohol, opioids, cannabinoids, sedatives and hypnotics, cocaine, other psycho-stimulants, hallucinogens, and volatile solvents, whereas coffee and tobacco are excluded. Rated Air Traffic Controller. An air traffic controller holding a licence and valid rating appropriate to the privileges to be exercised. Rating. An authorisation entered on or associated with a licence and forming part thereof, stating special conditions, privileges or limitations pertaining to such licence. Rating Endorsement. An authorisation entered on or associated with a rating and forming part thereof, stating special conditions, privileges or limitations pertaining to such rating. Student Air Traffic Controllers. Selected individuals who have successfully completed approved Initial ATC Training to enable them to obtain qualifications prior to commencement of Unit Training. Student Air Traffic Controller Licence. A licence issued to a student air traffic controller after successful completion of Initial ATC Training. This licence permits the holder to commence OJT in the live air traffic control environment under the supervision of a suitably qualified air traffic controller. Surveillance Radar Equipment. Surveillance radar equipment includes primary, secondary or multi-radar displays. Reference: Developed by Licensing Work Group. Trainee Air Traffic Controller. An air traffic controller who is training to obtain additional ratings or endorsements. Transitional Training Phase. The stage following Initial Training during which site-specific theoretical knowledge and understanding will be transferred to the trainee using a variety of methods and during which skills will be developed through the use of sitespecific simulations. 10 P age

12 Unit Endorsement. An authorisation associated with a rating and where appropriate rating endorsement(s), stating the sectors and/or operational positions for which the rating is valid. Validation. The process by which a rating is made valid. Valid ATC Licence. An ATC licence, recognised by the Designated Authority, permitting a controller to exercise the privileges of the valid ratings included in that licence, at the places and operational positions or sectors for which the ratings are endorsed. Valid Rating. A rating permitting a controller to exercise the privileges of the rating in accordance with the endorsements included in the ATC licence. b. Abbreviations For the purpose of this document, the following abbreviations and/or acronyms shall apply: AIR ACP ACS ADI ADS ADV APP APS ATC ATCO ATM ATS CAA EXM FIS GMC GMS IFATCA OJT OJTI PANS PAR RAD SARPS SMR SRA SUP TCL TWR WP Air Control Area Control Procedural Area Control Surveillance Aerodrome Control Instrument Automatic Dependent Surveillance Aerodrome Control Visual Approach Control Procedural Approach Control Surveillance Air Traffic Control Air Traffic Control Officer / Air Traffic Controller Air Traffic Management Air Traffic Services Civil Aviation Authority Examiner Flight Information Service Ground Movement Control Ground Movement Surveillance International Federation of Air Traffic Controllers Associations On-the-Job Training On-the-Job-Training Instructor Procedures for Air Navigation Services (ICAO) Precision Approach Radar Radar Standards and Recommended Practices (ICAO) Surface Movement Radar Surveillance Radar Approach Supervisor Terminal Control Tower Control Work Package 11 P age

13 CHAPTER II AIR TRAFFIC CONTROLLER LICENCE 1. Requirements for the issue of the licence Before issuing an air traffic controller licence, a DGCA will require the applicant to meet the requirements and the requirements of at least one of the ratings Unlicensed State employees may operate as air traffic controllers on condition that they meet the same requirements. 2. Requirement For Air Traffic Control Licences CASR Part 69 sets out the requirements for the issue of an air traffic controller licence including the medical fitness requirements and language proficiency certificate. Procedures to be followed in this respect should cover the following points: a. detailed requirements for the issue of a licence; b. issue, retention and withdrawal of licences; c. validity of the licence and rating; d. privileges of the holders of a licence and rating; e. medical requirements for the issue of a licence; and f. requirements for the renewal of the medical assessment. g. ICAO language proficiency certificate for the issue of a licence and for the renewal. 3. Age The applicant shall be not less than 21 years of age. 4. Knowledge The applicant shall have demonstrated a level of knowledge appropriate to the holder of an air traffic controller licence, in at least the following subjects: a. Air law rules and regulations relevant to the air traffic controller; b. Air traffic control equipment principles, use and limitations of equipment used in air traffic control; c. General knowledge 12 P age

14 principles of flight; principles of operation and functioning of aircraft, powerplants and systems; aircraft performances relevant to air traffic control operations; d. Human performance human performance relevant to air traffic control; e. Language the language or languages nationally designated for use in air traffic control and ability to speak such language or languages without accent or impediment which would adversely affect radio communication; f. Meteorology aeronautical meteorology; use and appreciation of meteorological documentation and information; origin and characteristics of weather phenomena affecting flight operations and safety; altimetry; g. Navigation principles of air navigation; principle, limitation and accuracy of navigation systems and visual aids; and h. Operational procedures air traffic control, communication, radiotelephony and phraseology procedures (routine, non routine and emergency); use of the relevant aeronautical documentation; safety practices associated with flight. 5. Experience The applicant shall have completed an approved training course and not less than three months satisfactory service engaged in the actual control of air traffic under the supervision of an appropriately rated air traffic controller. 6. Medical fitness The applicant shall hold a current Class 3 Medical Assessment. 7. Provisions Regarding Air Traffic Controller Licences. a. Issue of A Licence. In order to qualify for the issue of an air traffic controller licence a person must meet the knowledge and medical fitness requirements set out this 13 P age

15 AC. In addition, in order to exercise the privileges of an ATC licence, a person must hold a valid rating which is related to a specific unit and/or operating position or to the use of specific equipment (e.g. radar). b. Retention and Withdrawal of Licences The ATS authority (Sub Directorate of Air Traffic Management) will issue air traffic controller licences to specific persons having met the requirements for such issue. Once issued, a licence shall be retained by the person to whom it has been issued and be available for presentation on demand whenever the privileges of the licence are being exercised. A licence may be withdrawn only by the issuing authority. c. Privileges of a Licence. In addition to the valid licence and subject to compliance with other relevant conditions specified in appropriate national regulations, the holder of an air traffic controller licence is authorized to perform such air traffic controller duties at units and/or operating positions for which he holds a valid rating or ratings. d. Validity of Licence. 1) A licence shall specify a period of validity and remains valid only while its holder meets all requirements upon which the validity of the licence has been made dependent, including those for medical fitness and language proficiency test. a) An air traffic controller is not authorized to exercise the privileges of any rating if the period of validity of his licence has expired. 2) Notwithstanding the provisions in 1), the holder of an air traffic controller licence should not exercise the privileges of any rating in his licence during any period in which his medical fitness has, from whatever cause, decreased to the extent that this condition would prevent the issue or renewal of his licence, nor should a controller exercise the privileges of any rating in his licence during any period when he is aware of any temporary decrease in medical fitness which renders him unable to meet the medical requirements for the issue or renewal of his licence. a) A decrease of medical fitness can result from disease, injury or the effects of alcohol or drugs. The term drugs is to be interpreted in the widest sense and includes not only narcotic drugs but also prescribed medication, tranquillizers, etc. An assessment of this condition may render the holder of the licence incapable of meeting the requirements for the issue of the licence. b) Certain medicinal drugs may produce side-effects which can interfere with the safe performance of duty. Continuing use of medication must be proven as acceptable over a reasonable 14 P age

16 period of time prior to the re-assessment of fitness or the controller may be temporarily disqualified from performing the ATC duties for which he is licensed. 3) An air traffic controller should not perform the duties for which he is licensed and rated during that period when he suffers from a temporary incapacity resulting from injury or illness and likely to impair his efficiency. 4) Where incapacity causes the holder of an air traffic controller licence to temporarily cease performing duties pertaining to that licence, the holder of the certificate should not resume his duties until a qualified medical practitioner has issued a certificate (stating diagnosis) confirming that the person concerned has fully recovered from the incapacity. 5) Unit chief controllers should ensure that, at no time, a controller is permitted to exercise the privileges of any rating in his licence when the period of validity has expired, or when he fails to maintain competence, or when the provisions of 2) or 3) apply. 6) Unit chief controllers should inspect the licence of each air traffic controller arriving at a unit on transfer, or temporary duty, to ensure that the licence is valid and to determine the extent of training which will have to be undertaken before the controller can be permitted to assume unmonitored watchkeeping duties. e. Medical Fitness and Renewal of a Licence. 1) To assess medical fitness prior to the renewal of a licence, an air traffic controller should undergo an appropriate medical examination. The same provision should also follow any period during which a controller s licence has been invalidated for medical reasons. 2) Air traffic control personnel, including trainees, should be responsible for arranging their own medical examinations. At ATS units a record should be established and maintained to serve as a reminder to controllers to ensure that periodic medical examinations are completed within a specified period so that licences may be renewed prior to their respective date of expiry. This record should serve to give controllers concerned an initial notification at least two months prior, and a check one week prior to the date of expiry of their licence to ensure that the required medical examination has been completed. Although such a method places a responsibility on the ATS unit to ensure that reminders are issued, the primary responsibility to take a required medical examination within the specified period rests with the individual concerned. 3) The renewal of a licence should be withheid if the medical requirements are not attained. However, a licence may be renewed if the conditions specified in Annex 1 are met. In applying these provisions, the licensing authority should, in each case, give careful 15 P age

17 consideration to striking a reasonable balance between the obligation not to jeopardize flight safety by permitting a slightly medically deficient controller to perform ATC duties on the one hand and, on the other, the possibility that at least some of the medical shortcomings may be compensated for by: a) the ability, skill and experience of the controller concerned; b) the prescription of compliance with special limitations for the controller concerned while on duty (e.g. wearing glasses and having spare glasses handy, etc.); c) arrangements in the operating environment of the controller concerned which prevent his exposure to situations where his known shortcoming may affect the performance of his duties. d) addition, when it is necessary to apply the above provisions, the full medical assessment should be made, taking into consideration performance in the operational environment. 4) It shall be the responsibility of the controller whose licence is endorsed with any limitations resulting from the application of the provisions in 3) to comply with such special limitations while on duty at any operating position. 5) Medical examination shall be conducted each one a year. f. ICAO Language Proficiency 1) The language proficiency of air traffic controllers who demonstrate proficiency below the Expert Level (Level 6) should be formally evaluated at intervals in accordance with an individual s demonstrated proficiency level, as follows: a) those demonstrating language proficiency at the Operational Level (Level 4) should be evaluated at least once every three years; and b) those demonstrating language proficiency at the Extended Level (Level 5) should be evaluated at least once every six years. c) Formal evaluation is not required for applicants who demonstrate expert language proficiency, e.g. native and very proficient nonnative speakers with a dialect or accent intelligible to the international aeronautical community. 16 P age

18 CHAPTER III AIR TRAFFIC CONTROLLER RATINGS 1. Requirements for air traffic controller ratings a. Before an individual can operate as an air traffic controller, he must, in addition to possessing a valid licence, hold a valid rating or ratings relevant to the location, operating position and/or the specific equipment used in the exercise of his functions. If he is employed by a State which does not license its employees, then the State must ensure that the controller meets qualifications equivalent to those for the issue of the licence or rating. b. The requirements for the issue of air traffic controller ratings and the privileges which may be exercised with such ratings are set out in CASR Part 69. The ratings refer to the following specific services and/or locations: 1) aerodrome control; 2) approach control procedural; 3) approach control srveillance; 4) area control procedural; 5) area control surveillance. c. The ATS authority with the national level, establish the general provisions relating to ATC ratings. Local ATS units should develop appropriate training syllabi for all operating positions for which a rating(s) may be required. 2. Ratings For Senior And Supervisory Personnel. a. Unit chief controllers and the evaluation and proficiency specialist for the unit may be exempt from the requirements to hold valid ratings. However, the following provisions should normally apply: 1) they must, at one time, have held valid procedural and radar ratings appropriate for the unit of which they are in charge or where they are assigned; 2) they must keep themselves adequately aware of the unit s level of activity at all hours of operation. To give effect to this they should ensure that their duty schedule provides for frequent visits to the operational area of their unit throughout the watch and during peak,traffic periods. b. Evaluation and proficiency specialists and unit chief controllers, on taking up appointment, should obtain or re-validate all ratings required in that unit. Operating proficiency should be maintained in at least one of the operating positions. From time to time they should be required to assume watchkeeping duties at that position to maintain their competence. 17 P age

19 c. Shift supervisors, on taking up appointment, should obtain or re-validate all ratings required in that unit and operating proficiency should be maintained in each operating position. They should also assume watchkeeping duties as necessary to maintain the validity of their ratings. Shift supervisors should not assume watch supervision until they hold valid ratings for all operating positions in that unit. 3. Personnel requirement for the ATC Ratings. a. Knowledge The applicant shall have demonstrated a level of knowledge appropriate to the privileges granted, in at least the following subjects in so far as they affect the area of responsibility: 1) aerodrome control rating: a) aerodrome layout; physical characteristics and visual aid; b) airspace structure; c) applicable rules, procedures and source of information; d) air navigation facilities; e) air traffic control equipment and its use; f) terrain and prominent landmarks; g) characteristic of air traffic; h) weather phenomena; i) emergency and search and rescue plans; 2) approach control procedural and area control procedural ratings: a) airspace structure; b) applicable rules, procedures and sources of information; c) air navigation facilities; d) air traffic control equipment and its use; e) terrain and prominent landmarks; f) characteristic of air traffic and traffic flow; g) weather phenomena; h) emergency and search and rescue plans. 3) approach control surveillance and area control surveillance ratings: a) The applicant shall meet the requirements specified in 2) in so far as they affect the area of responsibility, and shall have demonstrated a level of knowledge appropriate to the privileges granted, in at least the following additional subjects: (i) (ii) principles use and limitations of applicable ATS surveillance systems and associated equipment; and procedures for the provision of ATS surveillance service, as appropriate, including procedures to ensure appropriate terrain clearance. 18 P age

20 b. Experience 1) The applicant shall have: a) satisfactorily completed an approved training course; b) provided, satisfactorily, under the supervision of an appropriately rated air traffic controller: (i) (ii) aerodrome control rating: an aerodrome control service, for a period of not less than 90 hours or one month, whichever is greater, at the unit for which the rating is sought: approach control procedural, approach control surveillance, area control procedural or area control surveillance rating: the control service for which the rating is sought, for a period of not less than 180 hours or three months, whichever is greater, at the unit for which the rating is sought. c. Skill. 2) the experience specified in 1) b) shall have been completed within the 6- month period immediately preceding application; 3) When the applicant already holds an air traffic controller rating in another category, or the same rating for another unit, the Licensing Authority shall determine whether the experience requirement of b. can be reduced, and if so, to what extent. The applicant shall have demonstrated, at a level appropriate to the privileges being granted, the skill, judgment and performance required to provide a safe, orderly and expeditious control service. d. Concurrent issuance of two air traffic controller ratings. When two air traffic controller ratings are sought concurrently, the Licensing Authority shall determine the applicable requirements on the basis of the requirements for each rating. These requirements shall not be less than those of the more demanding rating. e. Privileges of the holder of the air traffic controller rating(s) and the conditions to be observed in exercising such privileges 1) Subject to compliance with the requirements specified in , , and , the privileges of the holder of an air traffic controller licence endorsed with one or more of the undermentioned ratings shall be: a) aerodrome control rating: to provide or to supervise the provision of aerodrome control service for the aerodrome for which the licence holder is rated; 19 P age

21 b) approach control procedural rating: to provide or to supervise the provision of approach control service for the aerodrome or aerodromes for which the licence holder is rated, within the airspace or portion thereof, under the jurisdiction of the unit providing approach control service; c) approach control surveillance rating: to provide and/or supervise the provision of approach control service with the use of applicable ATS surveillance systems for the aerodrome or aerodromes for which the licence holder is rated, within the airspace or portion thereof, under the jurisdiction of the unit providing approach control service; d) area control procedural rating: to provide and/or supervisethe provision of area control service within thecontrol area or portion thereof, for which the licence holder is rated; and e) area control surveillance rating: to provide and/or supervise the provision of area control service with the use of an ATS surveillance system, within the control area or portion thereof, for which the licence holder is rated. 2) Before exercising the privileges indicated in e. 1), the licence holder shall be familiar with all pertinent and current information. 3) DGCA having issued an air traffic controller licence shall not permit the holder thereof to carry out instruction in an operational environment unless such holder has received proper authorization from DGCA. 4) Validity of ratings A rating shall become invalid when an air traffic controller has ceased to exercise the privileges of the rating for a period determined by the Licensing Authority. That period are six months. A rating shall remain invalid until the controller s ability to exercise the privileges of the rating has been re-established. 4. Provisions Regarding Air Traffic Control Ratings. a. Validity of Ratings 1) An ATC rating is valid only for the location and operating position entered on the valid licence. 2) Any rating should become invalid when the holder has not exercised the privileges of the rating for a specified time and remain so until such time as the holder has met the requirements for revalidation of the rating concerned. 20 P age

22 3) To qualify for the re-validation or the validation of a rating for an additional location or operating position, the applicant should meet the following requirements: a) Experience. The controller should hold, or have held, a corresponding rating for another location or comparable operating position and have completed sufficient training at the new location or operating position for which the re-validation/validation is sought. b) Skill. The chief controller of the ATS unit for which the revalidation/validation is sought should certify that he is competent to exercise the privileges of the rating. c) Knowledge. The controller concerned should be given an oral examination on those subjects which are relevant to local conditions and the rating sought. 4) An air traffic controller, required to man an operating position only occasionally, should be required to spend sufficient time at that operating position in order to maintain a satisfactory level of proficiency. 5) An air traffic controller who is not proficient should not exercise the privileges of the rating at the particular operating position until he has demonstrated the required ability under supervision. When he is considered proficient, this fact shall be recorded in the appropriate ATS log. b. Examination Procedure 1) The oral examination should consist of general questions on basic knowledge and take account of questions on specific knowledge associated with the rating being sought. In addition, the examiner(s) may include such additional relevant questions as may be considered necessary. 2) To pass the oral examination an applicant should obtain a predetermined mark. Notwithstanding the mark obtained, an applicant whose knowledge is deficient in respect of critical aspects may be failed, or he may be required to meet such additional conditions as appear necessary. 3) At the discretion of headquarters, a controller who fails to pass the oral examination for the issue of a rating may be given a further opportunity of qualifying, provided that, after due consideration of reports, assessments and recommendations of the examiner(s), the controller is considered suitable for eventual performance of the type or types of duties concerned. c. Preparation of Examination Material 1) Questionnaires on basic knowledge should be prepared for rating and validation examinations and copies of this material should be available at units where personnel are undergoing training. Their use in the unit is to be restricted to assist questioning by the unit chief controller or unit 21 P age

23 evaluation personnel in order to determine the level of basic knowledge of controllers prior to examination. Table 1 contains a list of subjects for basic knowledge questions and lists the areas where they may be used in the rating process. 2) Unit chief controllers should prepare and maintain a questionnaire, complete with answers, on the specific local knowledge required for each type of rating in their unit. These questionnaires should be based on local operating instructions or other relevant material. Table 1 22 P age

24 CHAPTER IV ISSUING AND RENEWAL PROCESS 1. Issuing Process of Air Traffic Controller Licence. a. To obtain a licence, an applicant shall submit the application letter to the DGCA (ATS Authority) in a form at least containing: 1) name; 2) place and date of birth; 3) sex; 4) nationality; 5) religion; 6) education background; 7) address. b. Application letter accompanied with: 1) copy of air traffic controller training certificate; 2) copy of KTP; 3) medical assessment; 4) three pieces of the latest photos with colour and size 25mm x 30 mm. c. After all the requirement is received by DGCA, the applicant shall follow theoretical, practical and medical fitness examination. d. An applicant who has passed the theoretical, practical and medical fitness examination and then, DGCA will issue an air traffic controller licence. e. the issuing fee of an air traffic controller licence based on Government regulation (Peraturan Pemerintah) number 6 year f. Application to obtain air traffic controller licence may be rejected if the requirement is not fulfilled. g. DGCA will give Temporary ATC Licence with validity until one month. h. An air traffic controller licence will be issued to applicant maximum fourteen working days after the applicant passed the examination. 2. Issuing Process of Air Traffic Controller Ratings. a. The holder of air traffic controller licence may have maximum 3 (three) ratings: 23 P age

25 1) TWR unit may have aerodrome control rating, approach control procedural and approach control surveillance; 2) APP unit may have approach control procedural, approach control surveillance rating and aerodrome control rating; 3) ACC unit may have area control procedural, area control surveillance rating and aerodrome control rating. b. ATC Ratings will be valid until 6 (six) month from the date of issuance and may be renewed. c. Air traffic controller ratings may be used in ATS unit where the rating was sought. d. To obtain rating, the holder of ATC licence shall submit application letter to DGCA via Chief of ATS unit in a form containing at least: 1) name; 2) place and date of birth; 3) sex; 4) nationality; 5) religion; 6) education background; 7) education related to rating; 8) address of ATS unit; 9) address of applicant; and 10) notification on the rating which is sought. e. Application letter accompanied with: 1) copy of air traffic controller rating course certificate; 2) an air traffic controller licence. f. After all the requirements received by DGCA, the applicant shall follow performance check. g. The holder of ATC licence who has passed the performance check will be granted rating according to his application. h. Fee of issuing rating is applicable. i. Application to obtain rating may be rejected if the applicant cannot fulfil requirements d., e., f., h. j. Rating is granted at maximum14 (fourteen) working days after the applicant passed the performance check. k. DGCA will give controller Temporary ATC Licence with rating with validity until one month. l. Rating is inserted in ATC licence by DGCA or chief of ATS units. 24 P age

26 3. ATC Check Controller. a. Director Air Navigation, DGCA, designate check controller to conduct performance check for rating applicant. b. Check controller, consists of: 1) Sub Directorate Air Traffic Management Directorate Air Navigation, DGCA; and/or 2) ATS units where the rating is sought. c. Check controller is designated based on the decree of Director Air Navigation DGCA. d. Check controller is assigned to help the Director Air Navigation DGCA in: 1) performance check; 2) issuance and renewal of rating; and 3) conducting any other duty related with rating. e. In conducting his duty, check controller has functions: 1) check all the requirement needed to issue and renew the rating; 2) prepare the conduct of performance check; 3) evaluate and assess the result of performance check; 4) report his duty to the Director Air Navigation, DGCA. f. The applicant who failed may conduct remedial performance check. g. Remedial performance check shall be done once. h. Check controller is responsible to Director Air Navigation, DGCA. 4. Renewal Process of Air Traffic Controller Licence. a. Air Traffic Controller may apply for licence renewal. b. Application for licence renewal is submitted to Director Air Navigation, DGCA at least 15 (fifteen) working days before the date of validation. c. To renew licence, air traffic controller shall make application and conduct examination. d. Licence renewal is issued at maximum 14 (fourteen) working days since the applicant passed the examination. e. Air traffic controller may apply for licence renewal, if the licence is: 1) withdrawn; 25 P age

27 2) broken, cannot be read; or 3) missing. f. Application for licence renewal is submitted to Director Air Navigation, DGCA. g. Application for licence renewal may be submitted 3 (three) months after the licence is withdrawn. h. In the case of licence renewal due to licence withdrawal, air traffic controller shall apply and follow examination. i. In the case of licence renewal to replace the broken or the missing licence, air traffic controller shall make an application attaching the broken licence or Surat Keterangan Kehilangan. j. In the case of withdrawn, new ATC licence is granted at maximum 14 (fourteen) working days after the applicant passed the examination. k. In the case of replacing the broken or the missing licence, new ATC licence is granted at maximum 14 (fourteen) working days after the complete application is received. DGCA will give Temporary ATC Licence with validity one month. l. The holder of ATC licence shall report to the Director Air Navigation DGCA if there is any change on his working address or place of duty. m. ATC licence whose holder moves from his place of duty is still valid. n. Renewal fee for ATC licence is applicable based on PP no 6 tahun Renewal Process of Air Traffic Controller Ratings. a. Air traffic controller may apply for rating renewal. b. Rating renewal application is submitted to DGCA via ATS units. c. In the case of rating renewal, the applicant shall submit application and conduct examination. d. Renewed rating is issued at maximum 14 (fourteen) days after the applicant is passed performance check. e. Air traffic controller may apply for rating renewal if the rating is withdrawn. f. Application for rating renewal is submitted to DGCA via chief of ATS units. g. Rating renewal may be applied after 3 (three) months since the rating is withdrawn. 26 P age

28 h. In the case of rating renewal, the applicant shall apply and follow examination. i. Rating renewal is issued at least 14 (fourteen) working days after the applicant passed performance check. DGCA will give Temporary ATC Licence with rating with validity one month. 27 P age

29 CHAPTER V OBLIGATION AND PENALTY OF THE HOLDER OF ATC LICENCE 1. Obligation a. The holder of ATC licence and Rating on duty shall: 1) fulfil the requirement according to his skill and professional ethics; 2) maintain his skill and ability. b. Maintain his skill and ability as mentioned in a. 2), which is conducting his duty according to his rating authority at least 40 (forty) hours in 6 (six) months for non radar rating and at least 40 (forty) hours in 3 (three) months for radar rating. c. Working condition: 1) Average hours of work per week Because of the lack of general reference data in field of the profession of controllers, values were elaborated on the basis of the necessary requirements. Among other, the worldwide trend towards reduction of working hours was given due consideration. Particular attention was given to the fact that the savety of air traffic is closely connected with fatigue at the working position. After thorough consideration of all relevant components is concluded that the working hours should not exceed 32 hours per week. This value includes breaks as well as study periods. 2) Maximum Hours of Work Per Day Considering the value required in 1), working hours per day should not exceed six hours. After a maximum of two hours on the job, controllers should be granted a break of 45 minutes; assistants should be granted a break of 45 minutes after three hours on the job. 3) Maximum Time on Duty Scientific test indicate that even a break of 45 minutes is insufficient for complete regeneration, it merely delays the process of fatigue; therefore the maximum time on duty should not exceed 7 hour 30 minutes. d. Minimum time of duty. It is obvious that, depending of the amount of traffic and the resulting control problems, controller suffer from differential fatigue phenomena during one shift on duty. Thus a value had to be found which ensures physical regeneration between shifts. An additional essential is the amount of time necessary to cover the distance between home and working 28 P age