12.1 Appendix 1: Checklist for the implementation of remote aerodrome ATS

Based on the content of this document, the following elements are listed, for reference purposes only, in order to summarise some important aspects to be considered when implementing remote aerodrome ATS and for the related safety assessment. Assessment on configuration of technical enablers, based on operational context, needs and requirements and support from safety, security, and human factors assessments (see e.g. Sections 3.5, 5.2.8, 5.2.7.2 and 5.4). Assessment of socio-economic factors, including impact assessment before the decision to implement remote aerodrome ATS, checking the relevance of the initial impact assessment and social aspects during transition from a conventional TWR to an RTC (see Section 6.1). Development of operational visual performance requirements on the visual presentation and the binocular functionality, based on primary/direct and indirect regulatory requirements as well as other operational needs (see Sections 5.2.3, 5.2.4 and 5.2.5). Development of functional requirements on the visual presentation and the binocular functionality, supporting the above-mentioned operational visual performance requirements (see Section 5.2.7). Siting assessment of location and number of cameras at the aerodrome to meet view and operational visual performance requirements (see Section 5.2.6). Implementation of data recording of new system elements, for the purpose of supporting accident and incident investigations (see Section 5.6). Identification of redundancy needs for the technical architecture, particularly with regard to the communication link between the remote facility and the aerodrome (see Section 5.10). Assessment of impact on interfaces/interdependencies with external stakeholders/entities/persons/organisations and analysis of the necessary coordination processes and procedures (see Sections 5.1 and 6.1.2 as well as Chapters 7 and 8). Assessment of impact on existing and new tasks and the need for a possible reassignment of tasks, with particular reference to: ATS tasks (see Chapter 5); aerodrome operator tasks (see Sections 5.1 and Chapter 7); MET-related tasks (see Section 5.8); AIS-related tasks (see Chapter 9); and maintenance tasks (see Section 5.11 and 7.2.3). Human factors assessment, including working environment and ergonomics analysis (see Sections 6.3, 5.12 and 5.13.6). Security risk assessment (see Sections 6.6 and 7.2.2). Split of the remote aerodrome ATS technical system into constituents in accordance with the interoperability Regulation (see Section 6.8). Transition/implementation plan developed by the ATS provider and the aerodrome operator (see Section 6.5). Development of a contingency plan and related procedures, also including the need for coordination between the ATS provider, the aerodrome operator, and any other involved stakeholder (see Sections 6.7 and 7.2.1). Review and update of the aerodrome documentation (see Section 7.1). Review and documentation of roles and responsibilities assigned to the ATS provider and the aerodrome operator (see Section 7.1.13). Coordination between the ATS provider and the aerodrome operator in relation to safety assessment process and methodology (see Sections 6.2 and 7.2.4). Review and update of the training requirements for ATS provider’s and aerodrome operator’s personnel (see Chapters 7 and 10). Analysis of possible impact on operational procedures and/or airspace users (see Chapters 4, 5, 7 and 8). Analysis of aeronautical information products and services and proposed modifications (see Chapter 9).