GEN | Norwich (EGSH)¶
ATC Positions¶
| Callsign | Position Logon | Controller Identifier | Frequency |
|---|---|---|---|
| Norwich Infomation | EGSH_ATIS | ATIS | 128.630 |
| Norwich Tower | EGSH_TWR | ADC | 124.225 |
| Norwich Radar | EGSH_APP | RAD | 119.355 |
| Norwich Director | EGSH_F_APP | DIR | 128.330 |
| Norwich Approach | EGSH_A_APP | APP | 119.355 |
Procedural Approach
Controllers may simulate non-radar procedural approach at Norwich by logging on with the Norwich Approach (EGSH_A_APP) position. However, the preferred position is Norwich Radar (EGSH_APP). When simulating the unavailability of radar services, neither RAD nor DIR can be opened.
VATSIMism
When Norwich ATC is closed, it is covered top-down in the following priority order:
| Coordination Name | Position Logon | Controller Identifier | Frequency |
|---|---|---|---|
| North Sea | LON_NE_CTR | LNE | 128.130 |
| AC North | LON_N_CTR | LN | 133.705 |
| AC Bandbox | LON_CTR | L | 127.830 |
Altimeter Setting Procedures¶
All arriving and departing aircraft will operate on the Norwich QNH. Aircraft operating in the circuit may use the QFE (QNH - 4 hPa).
The Transition Altitude for Norwich is 5000 ft.
The Transition Level and the Minimum Flight Level are derived in accordance with MATS Part 1 Appendix A. QNH 1013 hPa is considered ‘low pressure’, in line with MATS Part 1.
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From here on, unless otherwise specified, vertical references measured in feet (ft) are to be assumed as altitudes AMSL.
The Norwich CTR/CTA lies within the Yarmouth ASR which extends to the north, south and east. The Chatham ASR extends from the west of the CTA boundary.
Runways and Instrument Approach Procedures¶
Runway 27 is the preferred runway when the wind is calm.
A CAT I ILS is available for Runway 27 (I-NH 110.90 MHz), as well as a LOC approach.
NDB DME approaches are available for both Runway 27 and 09.
Low Visibility Procedures¶
Norwich is not equipped for CAT II/III operations. However, to safeguard CAT I ILS operation, LVP are enforced when the reported horizontal visibility is 1500 m or less.
During LVP:
- Conditional clearances shall not be issued.
- Holding point B1 shall not be used.
When the IRVR is 400 m or less, aircraft must only be cleared to enter the runway via A2 and C2.
VFR Procedures¶
The circuit direction is variable and at the controller’s discretion but typically operated to the north, at a height of 1000 ft on the QFE for aircraft under 5700 kg and at a height of 1500 ft on the QFE for aircraft over 5700 kg.
ADC is responsible for traffic in the visual circuit, operating with reference to the aerodrome, or transiting the ATZ. The ATZ is established at 2.5 NM radius around the midpoint of the runway up to 2000 ft AAL. VFR inbounds will be coordinated with ADC and typically transferred with the field in sight.
ADC shall request VFR departure clearances from APC. All VFR departures are subject to release.
Norwich airport has numerous Visual Reference Points (VRPs) established around the aerodrome. Traffic will usually route north or south not above altitude 3000 ft, or via a suitable VRP.
Norwich VRPs
Felthorpe Airfield Procedures¶
Felthorpe Airfield is a small general aviation grass field located 3.2 NM north of the Norwich Runway 09 threshold. It is located within the CTR. Norwich does not control Felthorpe top down and therefore shall not issue take off or landing clearances.
Traffic performing circuits at Felthorpe is expected to contact ADC prior to departure to receive circuit instructions. Circuits are at 800 ft on the Norwich QNH and are to remain north of the airfield. Traffic is expected to call downwind and final at Felthorpe with ADC to enable situational awareness. 7367 is the assigned circuit SSR code for traffic at Felthorpe.
Departing aircraft should contact ADC prior to departure to receive a clearance to leave the Norwich CTR via Swannington (a town located 2 NM east of Lenwade Lakes) at 1000 ft on the Norwich QNH. ADC will inform RAD and request a release prior to departure. Traffic will then be instructed to contact RAD overhead Swannington.
Arriving aircraft must obtain a clearance to enter to Norwich CTR/CTA from RAD before entering. Traffic is usually routed via the Lenwade Lakes VRP to join the circuit at 1200 ft Norwich QNH. Traffic will be transferred to ADC before approaching the Lenwade Lakes VRP.
Local SSR Code Procedures¶
Norwich Circuit traffic shall squawk 7010.
Felthorpe traffic is assigned 7367.
7350 is the frequency monitoring code for aircraft monitoring Norwich Radar (119.355).
RAD is allocated the local SSR code ranges 3701-3710 and 7351-7377. The code 3707 shall only be assigned to traffic receiving a Basic Service.