Moorabbin (YMMB)
Positions
| Name | Callsign | Frequency | Login ID |
|---|---|---|---|
| Moorabbin ADC | Moorabbin Tower | 118.100 | MB_TWR |
| Moorabbin SMC | Moorabbin Ground | 134.250 | MB_GND |
| Moorabbin ATIS | 120.900 | YMMB_ATIS |
Airspace
MB ADC is responsible for the Class D airspace in the MB CTR SFC to A025.
Refer to Class D Tower Separation Standards for more information.
Runway Modes
Equal preference is given to the following runway modes:
- Runways 35L & 35R
- Runways 17L & 17R
- Runways 31L & 31R
- Runways 13L & 13R
When operationally required, runway 04 or 22 may be used, but consideration must be given to it's limited length.
VFR Inbound Procedures
| VFR Approach Point | RWY 13 | RWY 17 | RWY 31 | RWY 35 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| BTO | Join final 13R | Join base 17R | Join downwind 31L | Join oblique downwind 35L |
| BAW | Join base 13R | Join base 17R | Join oblique downwind 31L | Join base 35L |
| CARR | Join downwind 13R | Join downwind 17R | Join oblique base 31L | Join final 35L |
| GMH | Join downwind 13L | Join base 17L | Join oblique base 31R | Join base 35R |
| ACE | Join base 13L | Join oblique base 17L | Join base 31R | Join oblique downwind 35R |
Departures into CTA
The overlying Class C airspace extends down to A025 to the north and A045 to the south. Aircraft planned into the overlying Class C airspace shall be issued an airways clearance by MB ADC and assigned A050 or RFL if lower. These aircraft must be Next coordinated to the relevant TCU controller, who will assess the current traffic picture and provide a release when able. During times of peak TMA traffic, there may be extensive delays for departure and pilots may elect to depart directly into class G. See Departure Coordination for coordination requirements.
Circuits
Circuits are to be flown at A010.
| Runway | Day | Night |
|---|---|---|
| 13L | Left | Left |
| 13R | Right | - |
| 31L | Left | - |
| 31R | Right | Right |
| 17L | Left | Left |
| 17R | Right | - |
| 35L | Left | - |
| 35R | Right | Right |
Coordination
Departures
Autorelease is not in effect at YMMB and all departures into the overlying Class C airspace require a 'Next' call. They must not be issued a takeoff clearance until a release has been obtained.
The standard assignable level for departures into CTA is A050 or RFL if lower.
Example
MB ADC -> MDS: "Next, SGE"
MDS -> MB ADC: "SGE, unrestricted"
Aircraft departing directly into Class C airspace should be instructed to report passing A025 and transferred to the TCU at that point.
Example
SGE: "SGE, A025"
MB ADC: "SGE, contact Melbourne Departures on 129.4"
Aircraft who will transit Class G airspace on climb into CTA will be cleared to leave and re-enter controlled airspace on climb to their assigned level.
Example
MB ADC: "SGE, cleared to leave and re-enter controlled airspace climbing to A050, no reported IFR traffic. Contact Melbourne Departures on 129.4"
SGE: "Cleared to leave and re-enter controlled airspace climbing to A050, Departures 129.4, SGE"
Arrivals/Overfliers
ML TCU will heads-up coordinate arrivals/overfliers from Class C to MB ADC.
IFR aircraft will be cleared for the coordinated approach (Instrument or Visual) prior to handoff to MB ADC, unless MB ADC nominates a restriction.
VFR aircraft will not be coordinated, and will need to receive their airways clearance from MB ADC.
Example
MDS -> MB ADC: "To the west, PLE, for the NDB-A"
MB ADC -> MDS: "PLE, NDB-A"
Tip
Remember that IFR aircraft are only separated from other IFR or SVFR aircraft in class D. Use other separation methods, such as holding a departure on the ground, if separation is required with these aircraft.