Update on Post # 111
[QUOTE=psychohk;8529928]1. During busy periods when HK Director (119.5) is in use, it seems implied that we check in with our call sign only (no altitude, speed, heading). Is this officially published anywhere or is it simply local knowledge?
The HK AIP doesn’t differentiate between checking in on Director as opposed to any other HK sector; ie., AIP ENR 1.1.2 requires: callsign, level and cleared level in all cases. Operational FAD controllers are in favour of the change to callsign only and it was recommended some years ago but was not taken forward. The HKATCA will approach the officer in charge for his consideration.
Please note:
As from 27 MAR 2017 HK AIP Sup A03/17:
Approach Control will use the following phraseology when instructing a frequency change to Director; “(Callsign) contact Hong Kong Director 119.5 MHz with callsign only”. The pilot on first communication with Hong Kong Director shall state callsign only.
Last edited by Zual; 25th Jul 2017 at 23:27.