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c. LOW - Normal bird activity on and above the airfield with
a low probability of hazard.
(AFFSA/FIL 95-36)
7. DISTINGUISHED VISITORS - For any special requirement
concerning Distinguished Visitors service, contact Whiteman
Protocol DSN 975-7144, C660-687-7144. Aircraft transporting
Distinguished Visitor (Code 7 and above) contact Pilot-to-
Dispatcher 30 minutes prior to landing with load message,
Distinguished Visitor information and requirements.
(AFFSA/AFFSA FIL 05-153)
Willow Grove NAS JRB (KNXX), PA
1. CAUTION -
a. HIGH MID-AIR COLLISION POTENTIAL - Willow Grove
NAS JRB (KNXX) is located under the arrival and departure routes
for Philadelphia Intl (KPHL) and Northeast Philadelphia (KPNE)
Airports and below the Philadelphia-New York City corridor.
Heavy concentration of general aviation/commuter air traffic
operating below the floor of the Class B Airspace, within 20 NM of
Willow Grove NAS JRB (KNXX). High density ultralight, glider, hot
air balloon and sport parachute operations are conducted W to NE
of Willow Grove NAS JRB (KNXX), 5-25 NM from the airport,
surface to 10,000’. For radar traffic advisories, recommend all
aircraft inbound to Willow Grove NAS JRB (KNXX) fly ASR/PAR or
ASR monitored instrument approach.
(USN/NAVFIG FIL 04-68)
b. During periods of reduced visibility or darkness, possible
confusion exists between highway lighting underlying the final
approach course at 3/4 NM and the lights for Rwy 33. Pilots are
cautioned to ensure visual acquisition of Rwy 33 runway/approach
lighting.
(USN/NAVFIG)
c. Helicopter operations are conducted from the parallel
taxiway, E of runway; helicopter pad located on Taxiway J.
2. BIRD AIRCRAFT STRIKE HAZARD (BASH) CONDITIONS -
a. LOW - Normal bird activity on and above the airfield with
a low probability of hazard.
b. MODERATE - Increased bird activity in locations which
represents an increased potential for a bird strike and probable
hazard to flight operations. In this condition pilots are instructed to
be extra alert for bird activity. The tower pattern may be
suspended or limited to lessen the chance of a bird strike.
c. SEVERE - Bird activity present on or immediately above
the active runway or in a specific location that represents a high
potential for a bird strike and danger to aircraft. In this condition
all aircraft operations within the affected area shall cease until the
birds leave the area. Airfield vehicles may be used to encourage
birds to move on.
(USN/NAVFIG FIL 04-68)
3. NOISE ABATEMENT PROCEDURES -
a. Departing fixed-wing aircraft climb to 2000’ as rapidly as
possible consistent with safety of flight. Secure afterburner at
airfield boundary, do not reengage afterburner below 6000’.
Aircraft entering downwind pattern for multiple practice landings,
climb to pattern altitude prior to turning downwind.
b. Landing Rwy 15-33. Visual approach shall be prudently
planned and executed to also minimize noise impact on
surrounding urban development. Pilots are expected to not
descend below pattern altitude prior to being established on final
approach to the runway.
c. Transient fixed wing aircraft requesting multiple
approaches restricted to 1300-0200Z++ Monday-Saturday; 1700-
0200Z++ Sunday. C135/KC135 without high bypass turbofan
engines and C5 not authorized practice approaches.
(USN/NAVFIG)
d. Pattern altitudes are:
Overhead Break 1900’**
Downwind (Jet/Turboprop/
Prop/Large Helicopters) 1400’
GCA Pattern 2500’
DELTA Pattern 2400’
Small Helicopters 900’
**Aircraft entering the overhead break are expected to
break at 1900’ and descend to 1400’ when established on a
downwind heading.
(USN/NAVFIG FIL 03-61)
e. AV8 Harrier Operations - Unless previously coordinated
with the Operations Officer or ATC Facility Officer, AV8s will not
be allowed to hover land/take-off at Willow Grove NAS JRB
(KNXX). If approved, hover landing/take-off will be conducted
from the concrete approach end of the active runway.
f. All wake turbulence large and heavy category aircraft
retard outboard engines to idle after exiting the runway. Set
outboard engines at idle to the maximum extent possible, while
taxiing to/from the runway. Large and heavy aircraft using the Air
Terminal ramp secure outboard engines prior to entering the
ramp.
(USN/NAVFIG)
Wright AAF (Fort Stewart) (KLHW), GA
1. NOISE ABATEMENT - Strict adherence to arrival/departure
procedures required to minimize noise impact on surrounding
areas. No aircraft overflight of FSGA Housing Areas or Troop
Billet Areas between 2200-1330Z++ without prior written
approval from Chief of Staff, 24th Infantry Division.
2. CAUTION - High density helicopter reduced lighting Night
Vision Device training activity. See: FLIGHT HAZARDS, Georgia,
Wright AAF (Fort Stewart) (KLHW).
(USAASA/USAASA)
Wright-Patterson AFB (KFFO), OH
1. CAUTION - Do not mistake Wright Field closed
runway/taxiway for Wright-Patterson AFB (KFFO) when making
approach to Rwy 05L. Wright Field is approximately 3 NM SW.
Take-off on Rwy 23R is expected from warmup apron
intersection, advise tower prior to taking runway if otherwise;
runway remaining 11,600’. For noise abatement aircraft
departing, executing low approach or touch and go landing will
climb on runway heading to 1800’ MSL before turning on course.
Limited aircraft maintenance specialists available after normal
duty hours. Air passenger terminal operates 1100-2300Z++
Monday-Friday. Aircraft enplaning or deplaning freight contact
Pilot to Dispatcher to confirm block time and requirements.
(AFFSA/AFFSA FIL 05-644)