NORTH AND SOUTH AMERICA - CNATRA - The US Navy

d. LANCASTER BLVD DEPARTURE - Departures may be
from Main Base or South Base. Main Base fly W of General's Hill to
proceed S within 1/4 NM W of Lancaster Blvd until clear of
restricted area.
7. SPECIAL INTEREST -
a. CAUTION - Transient aircraft, in the VFR pattern, must
exercise extreme caution when turning final to Rwy 04L-22R (Main
Base) as not to align themselves with the South Base Rwy 06-24.
b. Do not overfly the rocket engine test site located 10 NM
NE of the main base runway.
c. Do not overfly the base housing area or base hospital
located 3.5 NM NW of Main Base runway.
d. Transient fighter type aircraft can expect opposite
direction taxi instructions. If unable to accept, advise Ground
Control upon receipt of the instructions.
e. Civil aircraft operators must have approved AF Form
2401, Civilian Aircraft Landing Permit, on board the aircraft, or on
file with Edwards (KEDW) Base Operations with identification
number indicated on flight plan.
f. CAUTION - The airfield is located in an excellent habitat
for coyotes. Coyotes have been spotted on/near runway
environment during all hours of the day. The tower, in association
with airfield management, attempt to detect coyote movement,
but pilots should be aware and take appropriate action if coyotes
are detected. Coyote movement is particularly intense during
sunrise and sunset periods. Expect large flocks of horned larks on
and in the vicinity of the airfield during all daylight periods.
Migratory flocks of turkey vultures are present in the spring and
fall. Edwards AFB (KEDW) Phase II is normally implemented in the
fall 15 September-15 November and in the spring 1 March-30 April.
During periods of standing water on the lakebeds, pelicans, gulls,
ducks, geese and other shore birds pose a significant hazard to
aircraft. Report all bird and animal strikes on or in the vicinity of
Edwards (KEDW) to Base Operations (412 OSS/OSAM DSN 527-
2222).
g. CAUTION - Aircraft should exercise caution when landing
during or immediately following a rain event on Rwy 06-24 North
Base, 04L-22R Main Base, and 06-24 South Base. Pilots should use
caution while landing on the runway when the pavement is
saturated by rainfall. Pilots should expect reduced braking
performance in areas where water is ponded and the surface
appears glassy smooth
(412 OSS-OSAM/412 OSS-OSAM FIL 08-342)
Eglin AF AUX Nr 3 - See Duke Fld (KEGI), FL
(AFFSA/AFFSA)
Eglin AFB (KVPS), FL
1. WARNING - Wind shear conditions may exist (on Rwy 12
and 19) through short final approach and touchdown, which are
prevalent, undetectable by ground sources, and often
unreported. Obstruction to Meteorological (MET) observations
occur where the tree line obstructs the weather technicians view
from approximately NW through NNE, including the approach
ends of Rwy 12 and 19. During Rwy 12 and 19 usage, weather
observation winds are measured from Rwy 12. No drag chutes
available, repack available 1300-2200Z++ Monday-Friday except
holidays. All foreign refuse bags for incineration will be in 15
pound bags or less. No fleet service. Cargo aircraft support:
Cargo support is available from 1300-2200Z++ Monday-Friday
UNITED STATES 3-85
except holidays. On call upload/download support is available 24
hours daily with prior coordination with the Air Freight Terminal,
DSN 872-2124/3168. C-5 use runway as taxiway. Prior
coordination required for C-5 operating on N/S parallel taxiway.
Plan arrival prior to 1400Z++, between 1830-1930Z++ or after
2300Z++ due to extensive training and testing with all types of
camouflaged aircraft operating at various altitudes and airspeeds.
Arrivals expect radar box pattern due to limited airspace. Due to
extensive activity in limited airspace, transient aircraft can expect
full stop landing during normal flying hours. Expect 30 minute
approach/departure delay. Indicate in flight plan if landing
destination is on auxiliary field. Several runways at Eglin complex
in use at same time. Ground handling/service checklist and drop
tank/landing gear safety pins required. A6, A37 expect take-off
on Rwy 12-30. Departing aircraft will not exceed 1000’ AGL
before they clear the field boundary. IFR arrivals file via CORKY
intersection. COMSEC documents not available for issue. Heavy
aircraft departure procedures due to turbulence problems. Heavy
aircraft (C-130, C-9, C-141, C-5, etc.) departing Rwy 01 or 30 will
pull down 700’. If insufficient runway remains on Rwy 01, then
Rwy 30 should be used. If operations necessitate entire runway,
coordinate with tower prior to taxi.
(AFFSA/AFFSA FIL 07-119)
2. Inbound aircraft may request direct routing via Radar
vectors from ATC when 35-40 NM from DWG, Warrington
TACAN, direct routing will be approved contingent upon range
activity within the restricted/warning areas in the Eglin (KVPS)
complex. DD Form 1801 Flight Plans must be filed at least 1 hour
prior to proposed departure time.
3. Use of SCR-718 Radio Altimeters by U.S. military aircraft
within 200 NM radius of Eglin AFB (KVPS) is prohibited without
prior coordination with the Gulf Area Frequency Coordinator,
Eglin AFB (KVPS), DSN 872-4416.
4. NAVY AIRCRAFT - Resetting the BAK-12 after engagement
will require closing the runway for 45 minutes.
5. CAUTION -
a. BASH PHASE I - January-February and July-August not
designated as Phase II. Wildlife activity is generally LOW during
these periods with the primary threat resulting from occasional
concentrations of cattle egrets, sandpipers, doves, and deer on
and around the airfield.
b. BASH PHASE II - In effect March-June and September-
December. Wildlife activity is increased during these periods due
to the migratory season. The primary threat during this period
consists of heavier concentrations of American Kestrels, doves,
robins, swallows with occasional flocks of gulls and pelicans
immediately on and or around the airfield. Expect short notice Bird
Watch Conditions MODERATE or SEVERE at anytime during these
periods.
c. Aircrews are encouraged to report to Base Operations, all
bird strikes and bird sightings that pose a probable hazard to
flying. Monitor ATIS, contact Base Operations or Command Post
for current Bird Watch Condition.
NOTE: Turkey and black vultures are large soaring birds and are
present year round during daylight hours. They become active
during mid-morning and remain aloft ranging in altitudes from
surface to 5000’ until late afternoon. Awareness of this threat
should remain in mind at all times while flying over the Eglin (KVPS)
Range Complex with extreme caution being applied while on final
to landing Rwy 19 and 12 at Eglin (KVPS) and Rwy 18 at Duke Fld
(KEGI).
(46 OSS-OSAO/46 OSS-OSAO FIL 07-864)