Tailem Bend (TBD)
Positions
| Name | Callsign | Frequency | Login ID |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tailem Bend | Melbourne Centre | 123.050 | ML-TBD_CTR |
| Augusta | Melbourne Centre | 127.050 | ML-AUG_CTR |
Non-Standard Positions
Non-standard positions may only be used in accordance with VATPAC Air Traffic Services Policy.
Approval must be sought from the bolded parent position prior to opening a Non-Standard Position, unless NOTAMs indicate otherwise (eg, for events).
CPDLC
The Primary Communication Method for TBD is Voice.
CPDLC may be used in lieu when applicable.
The CPDLC Station Code is YTBD.
Tip
Even though TBD's Primary Communication Method is Voice, CPDLC may be used for Overfliers.
Airspace
Sector Responsibilities
YPAD Arrivals
TBD and AUG are responsible for sequencing, issuing STAR Clearances, and issuing descent.
Refer to the Sequencing into YPAD notes below regarding adjacent Feeder Fixes.
YPPF Arrivals
TBD and AUG are responsible for issuing descent and ascertaining arrival intentions.
YPED Arrivals
TBD and AUG are responsible for issuing STAR Clearances, descent, and ascertaining arrival intentions.
Sequencing in to YPAD
Aircraft assigned the same runway inbound via:
- MARGO and AGROS
- ERITH and KLAVA
Must be considered to be on the same STAR for sequencing purposes. That is, they must be at least 2 minutes apart at their respective Feeder fixes.
YPAD STAR Assignment
Arrivals shall be assigned the STAR in accordance with the tables below, as per the approach expectations on the ATIS.
R(rwy)= Non-Jet Victor STAR- Example:
R23via ATNAR = GULFS V STAR, ATNAR Transition, Runway 23
- Example:
(rwy)(designator)= Full-length Jet STAR- Example:
23Avia ATNAR = ATNAR A STAR, Runway 23
- Example:
These standard runway assignments may be modified strategically by the AD TCU or AFL controller.
Note
Aircraft tracking via OJJAY and MARGO (ie J251 WHA H84 MARGO) from the North for Runway 23 shall be assigned the RAYNA STAR with the OJJAY transition (not the BUGSU STAR with the MARGO transition)
vatSys will not necessarily select the correct STAR by default when entering the runway, so ensure the correct STAR is selected.
Visual Approaches
All Jets shall be assigned the Runway 05 Zulu STAR, or Runway 23 Alpha STAR.
Non-Jets shall be assigned the STAR in accordance with the following table:
| Feeder Fix | 23 & 12 | 05 & 12 |
|---|---|---|
| INTOG | R23 | R05 |
| DRINA | No STAR Expect Runway 23 |
No STAR Expect Runway 05 |
| KAKLU | R23 | R05 |
| BEVSO | R23 | R12 |
| KLAVA | No STAR Expect Runway 23 |
No STAR Expect Runway 05 |
| MARGO | R12 | R12 |
| ATNAR | R12 | R12 |
| ELROX | R12 | R05 |
Visual Right Bases
Visual Right Bases is denoted by ACFT FM THE EAST AND JET ACFT FM THE WEST EXP INSTR APCH in the ATIS Approach Expectation field.
All Jets shall be assigned the Runway 23 Alpha STAR.
Non-Jets shall be assigned the STAR in accordance with the following table:
| Feeder Fix | 23 & 12 | 23 Only |
|---|---|---|
| INTOG | - | - |
| DRINA | 23A | 23A |
| KAKLU | 23A | 23A |
| BEVSO | No STAR Expect Instrument Approach Runway 23 |
No STAR Expect Instrument Approach Runway 23 |
| KLAVA | No STAR Expect Runway 23 |
No STAR Expect Runway 23 |
| MARGO | R12 | R23 |
| ATNAR | R12 | R23 |
| ELROX | R12 | R23 |
Instrument Approaches
All Jets shall be assigned the Runway 05 Zulu STAR, or Runway 23 Alpha STAR.
Non-Jets shall be assigned the STAR in accordance with the following table:
| Feeder Fix | 23 & 12 | 05 & 12 |
|---|---|---|
| INTOG | - | 05Z |
| DRINA | 23A | - |
| KAKLU | 23A | 05Z |
| BEVSO | No STAR Expect Instrument Approach Runway 23 |
No STAR Expect Instrument Approach Runway 12 |
| KLAVA | 23A | 05Z |
| MARGO | No STAR Expect Instrument Approach Runway 12 |
No STAR Expect Instrument Approach Runway 12 |
| ATNAR | No STAR Expect Instrument Approach Runway 12 |
No STAR Expect Instrument Approach Runway 12 |
| ELROX | No STAR Expect Instrument Approach Runway 12 |
No STAR Expect Instrument Approach Runway 05 |
STAR Clearance Expectation
Handoff
Aircraft being transferred to the following sectors shall be told to Expect STAR Clearance on handoff:
| Transferring Sector | Receiving Sector | ADES | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| TBD | MUN | YMML, YMAV |
First Contact
Aircraft being transferred from the following sectors shall be given STAR Clearance on first contact:
| Transferring Sector | Receiving Sector | ADES | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| MUN, ASP(BKE) | TBD | YPAD, YPED | |
| ASP(All) | AUG | YPAD, YPED | Jets only |
Coordination
AD TCU
Airspace
The Vertical limits of the AD TCU are SFC to F245.
Refer to Adelaide TCU Airspace Division for information on airspace divisions when AAW is online.
Arrivals/Overfliers
Voiceless for all aircraft:
- With ADES YPAD; and
- Assigned a STAR; and
- Assigned
A090
All other aircraft coming from TBD CTA must be Heads-up Coordinated to AD TCU prior to 20nm from the boundary.
Departures
Voiceless for all aircraft:
- Tracking via a Procedural SID terminus; and
- Assigned the lower of
F240or theRFL
All other aircraft going to TBD CTA will be Heads-up Coordinated by AD TCU.
Enroute
As per Standard coordination procedures, Voiceless, no changes to route or CFL within 50nm to boundary.
TBD Internal
As per Standard coordination procedures, Voiceless, no changes to route or CFL within 50nm to boundary.