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Huon (HUO)

Positions

Name ID Callsign Frequency Login ID
Huon HUO Melbourne Centre 122.600 ML-HUO_CTR
Wonthaggi WON Melbourne Centre 135.300 ML-WON_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).

Airspace

Huon Airspace

Huon Airspace

Reclassifications

The restricted airspace around YMES is classified as Class G by default, and is only reclassified as controlled airspace when ESA is online. When ESA is offline, the area remains Class G, and is administered by BLA and WON.

When HBA and/or LTA are offline, the class C and D airspace SFC to A085 in the relevant TMA is reclassified as class G.

HUO may choose to operate either YMHB or YMLT (or both) aerodromes top down, including the terminal airspace within the Tasmania TMA. Due to limited surveillence coverage and the complex airspace setup, extending top down to one or both aerodromes is not compulsory.

If HUO chooses to operate top down to either aerodrome, they must administer all relevant airspace within the appropriate TMA, including the class D CTR.

Important

Ensure you are familiar with the aerodrome procedures for Launceston and Hobart before extending top down, and are aware of the limited surveillence coverage available in the lower levels of the TMA.

Tip

If choosing not to provide a top down service, consider publishing a pre-formatted ATIS Zulu for the aerodrome, to inform pilots about the airspace reclassification.

Departure and Arrival Procedures

YMES

STAR Assignment

The following subsectors are responsible for issuing STAR clearance.

Subsector STAR Type Notes
WON ANOSO
PAPDO		 All

Sequencing

WON is responsible for sequencing arrivals at YMES from the south.

YMHB

STAR Assignment

The following subsectors are responsible for issuing STAR clearance.

Subsector STAR Type Notes
HUO IPLET
MORGO		 All

Sequencing

All sequencing is performed by HUO.

YMLT

Arrival Tracking

When instrument approaches are nominated on the ATIS, or as directed by LT TCU, HUO is responsible for rerouting inbound IFR aircraft via the following waypoints:

Duty Runway Tracking Via Amended Routing
RWY 14R IRSOM
NUNPA		 LT2ND
LT2NG
RWY 32L IRSOM
NUNPA		 NODAS LT2SC
ELREL LT2SA

In all other situations, aircraft should remain on track DCT LT.

Note

LT TCU may request aircraft be cleared DCT LT for the DGA in IMC or via the above routing in VMC for sequencing/separation.

Sequencing

All sequencing is performed by HUO.

YMML

STAR Assignment

The following subsectors are responsible for issuing STAR clearance.

Subsector STAR Type Notes
WON PORTS
RAZZI		 All

Aircraft should primarily be assigned the RAZZI STAR. The PORTS STAR may be issued in lieu of the RAZZI STAR to reduce track miles and assist with the flow.

Sequencing

WON is responsbile for sequencing arrivals from the south into YMML.

Predictable Sequencing Waypoints

There are four Predictable Sequencing waypoints available for aircraft inbound YMML via H215, P753, L508 and M625. These waypoints are perpendicular to M625 and H215.

The table below contains the estimated time from the initial waypoint to the final waypoint via the CDO waypoint.

Initial Waypoint CDO Waypoint Final Waypoint Delay (in mins)
ELNIV OTGUN RAZZI 2
ELNIV OSEMI RAZZI 4
ELNIV UGITO RAZZI 6
ELNIV SEBLU RAZZI 8
Initial Waypoint CDO Waypoint Final Waypoint Delay (in mins)
AKTAM SEBLU RAZZI 2
AKTAM UGITO RAZZI 4
AKTAM OSEMI RAZZI 6
AKTAM OTGUN RAZZI 8
Holding Fixes

Refer to the vatSys Enroute Holds map for details of published holds on the airways inbound to YMML. Where delays necessitate holding, aircraft should be instructed to hold at the following positions. The listed time should be subtracted from an aircraft's assigned feeder fix time to determine when they should leave the hold.

Feeder Fix Holding Fix Time from Hold to Feeder Fix
EKKAS TASIS 6 min
LATTA ONAGI 6 min
RAZZI TASIS
ONAGI		 6 min
6 min

Tip

Additional holding may be performed at upstream holding fixes to reduce controller workload. This is particularly useful when non-standard child sectors have been opened, allowing aircraft to absorb some of their delay in the previous sector.

LAHSO

Important

Due to its operational complexity, LAHSO must be authorised by a senior VATPAC staff member or a nominated event coordinator.

In accordance with the authorisation requirements above, YMML may utilise LAHSO during exceptionally busy events. Detailed procedures exist to ensure that controllers are aware of their responsibilities when performing LAHSO. See Controller Skills for more information.

Local Procedures

Special Use Airspace

There are volumes of SUA within HUO airspace, associated with military operations in and out of YMES and Flinders Naval Depot (YFND).

Notable SUA in HUO Airspace

Notable SUA in HUO Airspace

ES TCU must give heads up coordination with the relevant enroute controllers prior to any departures intending to operate in a currently inactive SUA.

Phraseology

ESA -> HUO: "On the groud YMES, HRTG11, requests activation of M301B F210-F450, from 0300 until 0500. My onwards with BLA”
HUO -> ESA: "HRTG11, expect activation of R225D A095-F600 at 0300 until 0500, your onwards with BLA."
ESA -> HUO: "HRTG11."

Non-participating aircraft intending to transit an activated SUA should be rerouted, where possible, subject to the VATSIM Code of Conduct.

M301B East Sale

The M301B East Sale MOA is centred over YMES, F210-F450, directly above M301A. Activation of the M301B MOA is a shared responsibility, and WON, BLA, and BLA(ELW) must coordinate before activation.

Affected Civil Operations

Activation of the MOA signficantly reduces airspace available for YMML sequencing actions, and disrupts traffic tracking via the UNSIG and NILEV predictable sequencing waypoints

Tip

During times of high traffic levels, such as Milk Run Monday, activation of the MOA should not be permitted.

M335A-C Western Port

The M335A-C Western Port MOA is a series of defined airspace volumes west of Phillip Island, SFC-NOTAM.

The area is used for a wide array of navy training operations. The extent of activation required will vary according to each operation, but will generally include M335A.

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
HUO WON YMML
WON HUO YMHB

Terminal Handover Frequencies

Aircraft being transferred from enroute to a TCU with multiple frequencies shall be given the frequency for the revelant TCU position.

ML TCU Handover Frequencies - 09AD Mode
ML TCU Handover Frequencies - 09AD Mode

ADES STAR Frequency (Controller)
YMML ALAXO 129.400 (MDS)
YMML ARBEY 132.000 (MAE)
YMML BOOIN 132.000 (MAE)
YMML BOYSE 132.000 (MAE)
YMML PORTS 129.400 (MDS)
YMML RAZZI 129.400 (MDS)

ML TCU Handover Frequencies - 09A16D Mode
ML TCU Handover Frequencies - 09A16D Mode

ADES STAR Frequency (Controller)
YMML ALAXO 129.400 (MDS)
YMML ARBEY 132.000 (MAE)
YMML BOOIN 132.000 (MAE)
YMML BOYSE 132.000 (MAE)
YMML PORTS 129.400 (MDS)
YMML RAZZI 129.400 (MDS)

ML TCU Handover Frequencies - 16AD Mode
ML TCU Handover Frequencies - 16AD Mode

ADES STAR Frequency (Controller)
YMML ALAXO 129.400 (MDS)
YMML ARBEY 118.900 (MDN)
YMML BOOIN 132.000 (MAE)
YMML BOYSE 132.000 (MAE)
YMML RAZZI 132.000 (MAE)

ML TCU Handover Frequencies - 16A27D Mode
ML TCU Handover Frequencies - 16A27D Mode

ADES STAR Frequency (Controller)
YMML ALAXO 129.400 (MDS)
YMML ARBEY 118.900 (MDN)
YMML BOOIN 132.000 (MAE)
YMML BOYSE 132.000 (MAE)
YMML RAZZI 132.000 (MAE)

ML TCU Handover Frequencies - 27AD Mode
ML TCU Handover Frequencies - 27AD Mode

ADES STAR Frequency (Controller)
YMML ALAXO 129.400 (MDS)
YMML ARBEY 118.900 (MDN)
YMML BOOIN 132.000 (MAE)
YMML BOYSE 132.000 (MAE)
YMML RAZZI 132.000 (MAE)

ML TCU Handover Frequencies - 27AD34D Mode
ML TCU Handover Frequencies - 27AD34D Mode

ADES STAR Frequency (Controller)
YMML ALAXO 129.400 (MDS)
YMML ARBEY 118.900 (MDN)
YMML BOOIN 132.000 (MAE)
YMML BOYSE 132.000 (MAE)
YMML RAZZI 132.000 (MAE)

ML TCU Handover Frequencies - 34AD Mode
ML TCU Handover Frequencies - 34AD Mode

ADES STAR Frequency (Controller)
YMML ALAXO 129.400 (MDS)
YMML ARBEY 118.900 (MDN)
YMML BOOIN 132.000 (MAE)
YMML BOYSE 132.000 (MAE)
YMML PORTS 129.400 (MDS)
YMML RAZZI 132.000 (MAE)

ML TCU Handover Frequencies - 27A34AD Mode
ML TCU Handover Frequencies - 27A34AD Mode

ADES STAR Frequency (Controller)
YMML ALAXO 129.400 (MDS)
YMML ARBEY 118.900 (MDN)
YMML BOOIN 132.000 (MAE)
YMML BOYSE 132.000 (MAE)
YMML PORTS 129.400 (MDS)
YMML RAZZI 132.000 (MAE)

Tip

The quick reference tables above only include scenarios for which there is voiceless coordination. Refer to the diagram for the appropriate position/frequency for coordination and handoff for all other situations.

Each of the Tasmania TCUs has its own frequency. When a controller is extending to cover both TCUs both frequencies will be primed but the callsign remains the same.

TCU Frequency (Controller)
LT 123.800 (LTA)
HB 125.550 (HBA)

Coordination

TAS TCU

Airspace

LTA owns the airspace SFC to F245 within a 30nm radius of the LT VOR. LT ADC owns the Class D airspace within LT CTR SFC to A015 when open.

HBA owns the airspace SFC to F245 within the remainder of the Tasmania TMA (shown below). HB ADC owns the Class D airspace within HB CTR SFC to A015 (north of runway centreline) and A025 (south of runway centreline) when open.

Refer to Reclassifications for operations when HBA and/or LTA are offline.

LTA Release

The Airspace on and west of the IRSOM-MORGO track F125-F245 is permanently released from LTA to HUO, unless coordinated otherwise. Boundary Coordination is not required to LTA for aircraft on this track assigned at or above F130.

LTA Release

LTA Release

Arrivals/Overfliers

Voiceless for all aircraft:

  • With ADES YMLT
  • With ADES YMHB
    • Assigned a STAR; and
    • Assigned F130

All other aircraft coming from HUO CTA must be Heads-up Coordinated to TAS TCU prior to 20nm from the boundary.

Departures

Voiceless for all aircraft:

  • Assigned the lower of F240 or the RFL; and
  • Tracking via a Procedural SID terminus

All other aircraft going to HUO CTA will be Heads-up Coordinated by TAS TCU.

ES TCU

Departures

Voiceless for all aircraft:

  • Tracking via a Procedural SID terminus; and
  • Assigned the lower of F200 or the RFL

All other aircraft going to HUO(WON) CTA must be Heads-up Coordinated by ESA prior to the boundary.

Arrivals

Voiceless for all aircraft:

  • With ADES YMES; and
  • Assigned A100

All other aircraft coming from HUO(WON) CTA will be Heads-up Coordinated to ESA.

ML TCU

Airspace

The Vertical limits of the ML TCU are SFC to F245.

Refer to Melbourne TCU Airspace Division for information on airspace divisions when MDN and/or MDS are online.

Arrivals/Overfliers

Voiceless for all aircraft:

  • With ADES YMML; and
  • Assigned a STAR; and
  • Assigned A090

All other aircraft coming from WON CTA must be Heads-up Coordinated to ML TCU prior to 20nm from the boundary.

Departures

Voiceless to all surrounding Enroute sectors for all aircraft:

  • Assigned the lower of F240 or the RFL; and
  • Tracking via any of the following:
    • a Procedural SID terminus
    • MENOG
    • AV

All other aircraft going to WON CTA will be Heads-up Coordinated by ML TCU.

Enroute

As per Standard coordination procedures, Voiceless, no changes to route or CFL within 50nm to boundary.

That being said, it is advised that WON gives Heads-up Coordination prior to 50nm in the following scenarios:
- to YWE for all aircraft
- to ELW/BLA for all aircraft

TSN/IND(INS) (Oceanic)

As per Standard coordination procedures, Voiceless, no changes to route or CFL within 15 mins to boundary.

Aircraft must have their identification terminated and be instructed to make a position report on first contact with the next (procedural) sector.

Phraseology

HUO: "QFA121, identification terminated, report position to Brisbane Radio, 129.25"