Aeronautical Study of Port Macquarie - Civil Aviation Safety Authority

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Office of Airspace Regulation Page 50 of 69 b. If there is any significant increase in movement numbers in the PMQ CTAF, (such as the introduction of a large flying school operation), or any increase in the complexity of the traffic mix (such as the introduction of a larger PT jet service), it is recommended that CASA conducts an aeronautical study regarding risk levels in the ‘scrutiny’ region and the need for increased airspace services. (The OAR makes the following additional comments - Regular monitoring and review of aircraft and passenger movement numbers, analysis of accident and incident data trends and analysis of feedback from stakeholders either by direct communication or various consultative forums, is part of the OAR’s dayto-day business.) c. In order to lower potential risk during simultaneous use of the main and grass runways the PMQ airport operator is to impose operating limitations (via ERSA) on the grass runway 10/28 (e.g. not to be used for circuit training or during PT arrival and departures). The aerodrome operator may also wish to consider placing a restriction in ERSA on the number of aircraft that can simultaneous use the circuit area for circuit training, particularly at night. CASA Operations are able to assist in the development of any procedural changes. (The OAR makes the following additional comments - requires further investigation by the Aerodrome Operator to establish the level of risk posed by grass runway operations.) d. While there have been no formal incident reports or complaints, consideration should still be given to the safety of the parachuting jumping operation onto a secure aerodrome that is serviced by three PT operators and a busy GA area. (The OAR makes the following additional comments - requires further consultation between the Aerodrome Operator and parachute operators to establish the level of risk posed by parachuting operations in the vicinity of PMQ.) Airspace Review of Port Macquarie (YPMQ) May 2010 Version 1.0
Office of Airspace Regulation Page 51 of 69 11 CASA Final Comment and Actions for Port Macquarie CASA makes the following final recommendations for PMQ: 1. As part of its normal business the OAR will maintain a watch of activity at PMQ aerodrome. This will include monitoring traffic levels and complexity, and will focus particularly on the frequency and type of operations. Should any significant change to movements or type of operations occur a further aeronautical study will be conducted by the OAR to reassess the risk to any PT operations. 2. That the existing airspace classification in the vicinity of the aerodrome remains Class G, subject to CTAF procedures. 3. That QantasLink and Virgin Blue consult with Airservices, Airport Relations to discuss their issue with regards the close proximity of the RNAV approach fix of PMQNG to R574. 4. That the aerodrome operator carry out further investigation to quantify grass runway operations and assess the impact of these operations in opposition to passenger transport operations using the main runway. 5. That the aerodrome operator carries out consultation with the parachute operator to establish the risk posed by their activities to passenger transport operations. 6. That CASA Aviation Safety Advisors (ASAs) consult and coordinate with the aerodrome operator to establish a regular program of aviation safety seminars and encourages attendance by PMQ aerodrome stakeholders. This will enable the aviation community to provide feedback to CASA and to receive updates on regulatory reform that may impact on their business or recreational activities. The ASAs will also be able to provide the aerodrome operator with guidance on the reduction of risks posed to passenger transport activity by grass runway and parachuting operations. Airspace Review of Port Macquarie (YPMQ) May 2010 Version 1.0
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