Mungo (MUN)
Positions
| Name | ID | Callsign | Frequency | Login ID |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mungo | MUN | Melbourne Centre | 132.600 | ML-MUN_CTR |
| Griffith | GTH | Melbourne Centre | 122.750 | ML-GTH_CTR |
| Oxley | OXL | Melbourne Centre | 128.500 | ML-OXL_CTR |
| Yarrowee | YWE | Melbourne Centre | 134.325 | ML-YWE_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
Departure and Arrival Procedures
YMAV
STAR Assignment
The following subsectors are responsible for issuing STAR clearance.
| Subsector | STAR | Type | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| OXL | JAYBI, DORSU Trans JAYBI, METES Trans |
Jet | Descent not below F250 |
| MUN | JAYBI, DORSU Trans JAYBI, METES Trans |
Jet | Descent not below F250 |
| YWE | JAYBI, DORSU Trans JAYBI, METES Trans |
Non-Jet |
Arrivals from the northeast shall be given initial descent to not below F250. YWE will issue final descent.
Sequencing
Sequencing arrivals from the north/west into YMAV is a joint responsibility of OXL, MUN, and YWE. Initial sequencing actions should be performed by OXL and MUN, with fine tuning and any holding required issued by YWE.
YMML
STAR Assignment
The following subsectors are responsible for issuing STAR clearance.
| Subsector | STAR | Type | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| OXL | ARBEY | Jet | Descent not below F250 |
| MUN | ALAXO ARBEY |
Jet | Descent not below F250 |
| YWE | ALAXO ARBEY |
Non-Jet |
Arrivals shall be given initial descent to not below F250. YWE will issue final descent.
Sequencing
Sequencing arrivals from the north/west into YMML is a joint responsibility of OXL, MUN, and YWE. Initial sequencing actions should be performed by OXL and MUN, with fine tuning and any holding required issued by YWE.
Predictable Sequencing Waypoints
There are four Predictable Sequencing waypoints available for aircraft inbound YMML via Q346 and Q35.
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) |
|---|---|---|---|
| DUBED | LEGOM | DORSU | +2 |
| DUBED | IDVIL | DORSU | +4 |
| DUBED | GUGIX | DORSU | +6 |
| DUBED | AVKOG | DORSU | +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 |
|---|---|---|
| ARBEY | METES DORSU |
4 min 4 min |
| Others | Feeder Fix | - |
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.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| MUN | TBD | YPAD, YPED | |
| GTH | OXL | YMML, YMAV | |
| OXL | BLA | YSCB | |
| GTH | GUN | YSSY | Non-Jets only |
| OXL | GTH | YSSY | Jets only |
Tip
To help facilitate sequencing, MUN should aim to handoff aircraft to GUN as soon as possible, ie, >50nm to the boundary if there are no restrictions.
Terminal Handover Frequencies
Aircraft being transferred from enroute to a TCU with multiple frequencies shall be given the frequency for the revelant TCU position.
| 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) |
| 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) |
| 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) |
| 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) |
| 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) |
| 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) |
| 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) |
| 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.
Coordination
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 YWE 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
F240or theRFL; and - Tracking via any of the following:
- a Procedural SID terminus
- DOTPA
- OMKON
- AV
All other aircraft going to YWE 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 MUN(All) gives Heads-up Coordination prior to 50nm from the boundary in the following scenarios:
- YWE to ELW/BLA for all aircraft
- GTH to BLA for all aircraft
- YWE to HUO(WON) for all aircraft
Tip
MUN should aim to handoff aircraft as soon as possible to TBD, so they can issue STAR clearance and commence sequencing. Remember, As per Standard coordination procedures, the Receiving sector may turn the aircraft 45° left or right and climb/descend to any level. So if required, nominate a restriction.
MUN Internal
As per Standard coordination procedures, Voiceless, no changes to route or CFL within 50nm to boundary.
That being said, it is advised that MUN(All) gives Heads-up Coordination prior to 50nm in the following scenarios:
- MUN to YWE for aircraft not on the Y12 or H119 airway (Changes permitted up to boundary for sequencing/descent purposes)
- OXL to YWE for aircraft not tracking via DORSU (Changes permitted up to boundary for sequencing/descent purposes)