VATSIM UK Operations Posted January 28, 2023 Share Posted January 28, 2023 (edited) Effective 28 January 2023 This instruction sets out the procedures in the UK for remote de-icing following the ability for pilots to simulate this with GSX Pro. VATSIM UK recognises that some members may wish to simulate realistic de-icing procedures; but are mindful that, for the majority of simulated aircraft, there is no effect of ice within the simulated environment and that, additionally, there are no de-icing provider capacity constraints. Given the potential additional workload for controllers and the knock-on impact to other pilots, especially in a top-down environment, we suggest that de-icing on stand should be sufficient at UK airports. That being said, should a pilot have a strong wish to perform remote de-icing, it may be considered by ATC during quiet traffic periods. Pilots should: Only request de-icing in appropriate real-world weather conditions (noting the Code of Conduct B13 requirement for real temperature settings) Make a request on frequency for remote de-icing prior to requesting pushback/startup. Requests after push will be declined. Be aware that ATC is permitted to decline the request if busy or delay the flight to prevent impact on other pilots. For Controllers Aerodrome-specific remote de-icing procedures will not be documented in VATSIM UK vMATS Part 2 given their use being the exception, not the expected procedure. Likewise, depiction of remote de-icing areas within the sector file is only likely if realistic SMRs display this information. Controllers shall issue routine taxi instructions to the named remote de-icing site and advise the pilot to report ready to continue. Example: "BIG-JET 123, taxi to JEDI South via Bravo, report ready to continue." Air Traffic Controllers may accept remote de-icing procedures according to the guidance above. Remote de-icing must not cause significant impact to non-participating pilots and shall never be accepted during events. Edited January 28, 2023 by Kieran Hardern Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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