1.3 Document structure

This document is structured as follows: Chapter 1 ‘Introduction’ presents the purpose, scope, intended readership, structure and background of this document as well as the justification for its development. Chapter 2 ‘Definitions’ lists the terms and definitions used in this document. Chapter 3 ‘The remote aerodrome ATS concept and modes of operation’ provides a general overview of the concept of remote aerodrome ATS with a short historical retrospect and by introducing: its main operational modes; remote tower centre operations; and technical enablers that support remote aerodrome ATS. Finally, it also lists possible operational applications. Chapter 4 ‘Operational context/applications and related recommendations’ describes the operational context and applications that have been validated or introduced into operation to date and provides related recommendations. In addition, it includes an overview on some ongoing initiatives which could further contribute to the development of the concept. Chapter 5 ‘Operational and system considerations’ describes the operational and procedural needs and requirements for remote aerodrome ATS as well as considerations for a remote tower system. Chapter 6 ‘Management of change’ provides considerations and guidance related to the change management for the introduction of remote aerodrome ATS, for the fields of safety assessment, human factors assessment, information and cybersecurity, contingency planning, transition/implementation plan and remote tower system constituents. Chapter 7 ‘Aerodrome related aspects’ outlines aspects to take into account for the aerodrome operator. Furthermore, it outlines the coordination needs between the ATS provider and the aerodrome operator. Chapter 8 ‘Possible impact on airspace users’ shortly discusses how airspace users could be affected by the implementation of remote aerodrome ATS. Chapter 9 ‘Aeronautical information products and services’ gives indications on information that may need to be included in the various aeronautical information products and services. Chapter 10 ‘Qualification, training and licensing considerations’ describes qualification and training considerations for air traffic controllers (ATCOs), aerodrome flight information service officers (AFISOs) and air traffic safety electronics personnel (ATSEP). Chapter 11 ‘References’ lists the legislation and the documents which have been considered for the development of this document. Chapter 12 ‘Appendices’ contains all the appendices to this document.