1 Ranjan Senaratne

After studying this session, you will be able to: Explain the responsibilities of the AIS. Identify the users of Aeronautical Information Services and their requirements Identify the sub units of the AIS and the functions of those sub units. Explain the process of collection of raw data Explain the disseminate of aeronautical information through the elements of the IAIP Describe the importance of Pre-flight and Post –flight information 2

Purpose of the AIS 3

Users of Aeronautical Information Pilot AIS units of other states FLT OPS personnel Maps and chart producing agencies Air Navigation Services 4

The Objective of AIS is The object of the aeronautical information service (AIS) is to ensure the flow of aeronautical data and aeronautical information necessary for global air traffic management (ATM) system safety, regularity, economy and efficiency in an environmentally sustainable manner 5

The Objective of AIS (twelfth edition) The object of the aeronautical information service (AIS) is to ensure the flow of information necessary for safety, regularity and efficient of international air navigation. 6

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Chapter 01IntroductionChapter 01General Chapter 02DefinitionChapter 02Responsibilities and functions Chapter 03GeneralChapter 03Aeronautical information management Chapter 04Aeronautical Information Publications (AIP) Chapter 04Aeronautical Information Publications (AIP) Chapter 05NOTAMChapter 05NOTAM Chapter 06Aeronautical Information Regulation and Control (AIRAC) Chapter 06Aeronautical Information Regulation and Control (AIRAC) 8

Chapter 07Aeronautical Information Circulars (AIC) Chapter 07Aeronautical Information Circulars (AIC) Chapter 08Pre-flight and post- flight information Chapter 08Pre-flight and post- flight information Chapter 09Telecommunication requirements.. Chapter 09Telecommunication requirements.. Chapter 10Electronic terrain and obstacle data Chapter 10Electronic terrain and obstacle data Chapter 11Aerodrome mapping data 9

AIS shall liaise with AIS units of other states Technical services within the states Air Traffic Services within the states ACFT operating agencies conducting operations in or through the state Maps and Charts producing agencies Any other service which may be source of information 10

Responsibility of an AIS of a state Each contracting state shall, 1. Provide an aeronautical information service independently or 2. Jointly with one or more contracting states or 3. Delegating the authority to a non governmental agency for the collection and distribution of aeronautical information in accordance with the Standards stipulated in Annex

The state shall remain the responsible for the information published. Aeronautical Information published for, and on behalf of a state shall clearly indicate that it is published under the authority of that state. 12

Responsibility of an AIS is To Collect and disseminate of aeronautical information, In a suitable form For use of all types of ACFT operations Concerning entire territory of the state and Concerning areas in which the state is responsible to provide ATS outside the territory (if any) 13

The information provided by AIS shall be Accurate Adequate Authenticand Timely 14

Types of Information handled by AIS Information of lasting nature Information of temporary nature Information of Explanatory, Advisory or Administrative nature 15

Collection of Aeronautical information AIS normally does not originate raw data Raw information is collected from various sources. Information providers should ensure the speedy and reliable lines of communication with the AIS. 16

Collection of Aeronautical information For the collection of Raw data AIS shall liaise with AIS units of other states Technical services within the states Air Traffic Services within the states Military Services within the states ACFT operating agencies conducting operations in or through the state Maps and Charts producing agencies Any other service which may be source of information 17

Flow of Information between AIS and other Units 18 Source of Data Raw DataAIS Users of AIS Elements of IAIP

19 Process of Collecting Raw Data Identify the source of raw data Select the mode of communication Notify about the planned amendment to the data originator Provide a specific time frame to receive raw data. Use the relevant forms to collect raw data

20 After Receiving Raw Data Check for the authenticity Re-check for the accuracy Keep records of received raw data Keep records of contacted personnel File the raw data separately, according to the publication requirements

Organization of an AIS Technical orientation of an AIS is technically oriented in the nature of the service it provides. Status of an AIS An AIS should be established as a separate entity within a civil aviation administration Size and scope of an AIS The volume of aircraft operations and the extent to which civil aviation facilities are provided will determine the size and scope of a State’s AIS. 21

Main Units of an AIS AIS Head Quarters International NOTAM office (NOF) Aerodrome/heliport AIS units Cartographic services Related technical services Printing and distribution services (Doc 8126-Chapter 3) 22

Main Units of the AIS - Sri Lanka Publications/Editing/text production unit Aerodrome unit/ARO International NOTAM Office (NOF) Data base unit Cartography unit 23

Publications/Editing/Text production Unit Liaise with AIS units of other states Exchange aeronautical information with the AIS units of other states Publish and maintain AIP AIP Amendments AIP Supplements AIC 24

International NOTAM Office (NOF) Receipt, monitor and originate NOTAM Receipt and monitor SNOWTAM /ASHTAM Originate NOTAM check list Promulgate the monthly plain language list of valid NOTAM 25

Aerodrome Unit/ARO Provide Pre-flight Information Service PIB FLT Crew Briefing Collect Post-flight Information Flight planning 26

Cartography Unit Provide aeronautical charts and maps Update aeronautical charts and maps according to the standards stipulated in Annex 4. 27

Data base Unit Prepare monthly flight SKED Update the AASL website Maintain Daily ACFT Movement Record (DAMR) statistical data Maintain a record on all incoming IAIP elements Maintain the technical library 28

Basic reference materials for AIS Annex 15 Aeronautical Information Services Doc 8126 Aeronautical Information Services Manual Doc 7383 Aeronautical Information Services provided by states 29

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Docs commonly used in AIS Doc ICAO abbreviations & codes Doc Location Indicators Doc ACFT type designators Doc Designators for Aircraft operating Agencies, Aeronautical Authorities & Services 33

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