Update Mode S/ELT Requirments
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Update Mode S/ELT Requirments
Dear all,
I have just started to fly in Europe (vs. the US) and would like an update from a practical standpoint on the Mode S requirment.
Can I fly VFR in France/Netherlands/Belgium with just a Mode C? As I understand it, this can only be done in Uncontrolled airspace? From practical experience I have had no issues flying through controlled CTRs and TMAs with just my Mode C in Belgium. However how does this work for France?
Thanks for the help....
I have just started to fly in Europe (vs. the US) and would like an update from a practical standpoint on the Mode S requirment.
Can I fly VFR in France/Netherlands/Belgium with just a Mode C? As I understand it, this can only be done in Uncontrolled airspace? From practical experience I have had no issues flying through controlled CTRs and TMAs with just my Mode C in Belgium. However how does this work for France?
Thanks for the help....
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Mode S is mandatory where a transponder is mandatory. In reality, ATC won't care as long as they get a Mode C readout. If you get ramp-checked, the fine could be substantial.
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Is there an easy "map" showing where Mode S is mandatory for VFR?
UK, OCAS, it isn't.
I am preparing a "VFR in Europe" presentation and would like something more useful than just referring to the AIP
UK, OCAS, it isn't.
I am preparing a "VFR in Europe" presentation and would like something more useful than just referring to the AIP
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No easy map that I know of!
bvandedr,
Information correct as of last summer:
France no problem mode C only.
Netherlands:
Not allowed to use mode C at all (though in practice ATC do ask you to turn it on).
Without mode S, you must remain not above 1200ft and outside any controlled/restricted airspace and outside the Amsterdam North Sea Area (basically everywhere more than 1/2 mile off the coast).
Belgium:
Must remain outside controlled/restricted/militiary airspace without mode S.
I hope that's of help.
Unfortunately in this regard Europe is not one country, and each country has different rules.
bvandedr,
Information correct as of last summer:
France no problem mode C only.
Netherlands:
Not allowed to use mode C at all (though in practice ATC do ask you to turn it on).
Without mode S, you must remain not above 1200ft and outside any controlled/restricted airspace and outside the Amsterdam North Sea Area (basically everywhere more than 1/2 mile off the coast).
Belgium:
Must remain outside controlled/restricted/militiary airspace without mode S.
I hope that's of help.
Unfortunately in this regard Europe is not one country, and each country has different rules.
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Information correct as of last summer:
France no problem mode C only.
France no problem mode C only.
It is also recalled that, in accordance to article 3.2.2.2 of the annex from modified June 21 (2001) arrêté, all IFR aircraft have to be
fitted with a mode S ELS transponder since March 31, 2007.
For VFR flights, mode S transponders will be mandatory in 2011 only for new Certificate of Airworthiness. Planning is that they
become mandatory for entering published area by 2014 (arrêté project on going).
fitted with a mode S ELS transponder since March 31, 2007.
For VFR flights, mode S transponders will be mandatory in 2011 only for new Certificate of Airworthiness. Planning is that they
become mandatory for entering published area by 2014 (arrêté project on going).
