ENRĀ 1.4 ATS airspace classification and description

1 ATS Airspace classification

ATS Airspace classes C and G are applicable within Tbilisi FIR.

Class C. IFR and VFR flights are permitted, all flights are subject to air traffic control service and IFR flights are separated from other IFR flights and from VFR flights. VFR flights are separated from IFR flights and receive traffic information in respect of other VFR flights.

Class G. IFR and VFR flights are permitted and receive flight information service if requested.

Services provided and flight requirements within each class of airspace are shown in the following table:

ClassType of flightSeparation providedService providedSpeed limitation *Radio communication requirementsSubject to an ATC clearance
CIFRIFR from IFR
IFR from VFR
Air traffic control serviceNot applicableContinuous two-wayYes
VFRVFR from IFR1) Air traffic control service for separation from IFR
2) VFR/VFR traffic information (and traffic avoidance advice on request)
250 KT IAS below 3050 M (10000 FT) AMSLContinuous two-wayYes
GIFRNilFlight Information Service250 KT IAS below 3050 M (10000 FT) AMSLContinuous two-wayNo
VFRNilFlight Information Service250 KT IAS below 3050 M (10000 FT) AMSLTwo-way communication by radio and/or other meansNo
* When the height of the transition altitude is lower than 3 050 M (10 000 FT) AMSL, FL 100 should be used in lieu of 10 000 FT.
- For TMA, lower limits as indicated on charts or 700 FT AGL whichever is higher are applicable.

2 ATS Airspace description

NIL