3-June-2010

[Biggles_in_Oz]

1) GAAP's changing to class-D operations,
2) changes to CAAP 166, (base joins allowed, no mandated broadcasts for straight-in approaches at non-registered or military airports, out-of-wind operations, ....)
(Civil Aviation Safety Authority - NFRM 0908OS (http://www.casa.gov.au/scripts/nc.dll?WCMS:STANDARD::pc=PC_100081) )

:eek:

[hardNfast]

Seems to have some good ideas in there, along with some "interesting" ones. Will be interesting to see how it all turns out.

[amishtechie]

Good to see CASA making some positive changes. The base join is used the same way in NZ and works well. :ok:

[manymak]

4.9 Joining on base leg
4.9.1 Joining on base leg, whilst not prohibited, is not a
recommended standard procedure, i.e. CASA recommends pilots
join the circuit on either the crosswind or downwind leg. However,
pilots who choose to join on base leg should only do so if they:
• have determined the wind direction and speed;
• have determined the runway in use;
• give way to other circuit traffic and ensure the aircraft
can safely (no traffic conflict likely) join the base leg
applicable to the circuit direction in use at the standard
height (refer to paragraph 4.3.1 above); and
• broadcast their intentions.
Note: Base leg joins must be conducted in accordance with the
circuit directions as published in the ERSA.

I think many people should take note of this extract from the upcoming CAAP regarding base joins.