GM3 to AMC1 ATS.TR.155(c)(3) ATS surveillance services

VECTORING INSTRUCTIONS IN AIR TRAFFIC CONTROL SERVICE PROVISION — GENERAL

(a)With reference to point (a)(2) of AMC1 ATS.TR.155(c)(3): When a controlled flight has been vectored into uncontrolled airspace in an emergency or in order to circumnavigate adverse meteorological conditions, air traffic controllers may provide advice or issue clearances to the extent necessary to:

(1)assist the aircraft in a state of emergency; or

(2)to permit the aircraft to rejoin controlled airspace once clear of the adverse meteorological conditions.

(b)When an aircraft has been cleared to follow own navigation or accepts a vector in order to avoid adverse meteorological conditions, it should be requested to report when able to return its current flight plan.