Helicopter operations can be safely integrated near busy airports, even if the heliports are within the ATZs. This study reviews examples, ATC management, regulatory frameworks, safety practices, and potential applications for LGAV.
Regulations
Form 731 new email address
According to Article 51, paragraph 2 of Law 4757/2020, the responsibility for implementing the Ministerial Decision regarding the “Obligation to submit Form 731 by passengers on privately operated aircraft” (Government Gazette B’ 422/2017) has been transferred to the HANSP (ΑΠΑ 4098/14-02-2025). In light of the above, as from 14.02.25 the submission of Form 731 will…
Successful Meeting on VFR Flights in Athinai TMA Airspace
On January 28, 2025, the Safety and Incident Management Department of the HCAA, organized a highly successful in-person meeting on the topic of VFR flights in Greek airspace.
Όταν ο Ελεγκτής Εναέριας Κυκλοφορίας Δεν Διατηρεί τον Επαγγελματισμό του
Ένας ελεγκτής εναέριας κυκλοφορίας πρέπει πάντα να διατηρεί την ψυχραιμία του και να παραμένει ευγενικός και αμερόληπτος, ανεξαρτήτως της κατάστασης ή της συμπεριφοράς του χειριστή.
VFR Flight Plan Requirement Abolished for Flights within Schengen!
An AOPA Netherlands proposal to abolish the obligation to submit a VFR flight plan for flights within the Schengen area HAS BEEN APPROVED. The relevant regulations will be amended. You can, of course, decide to submit a flight plan anyway and there may be good reasons for doing so. Where no flight plan is required,…
Maintaining an up-to-date Pilot Logbook is Mandatory
For anyone taking to the skies, maintaining an up-to-date pilot logbook isn’t just a mandate; it’s a fundamental part of being a responsible and professional pilot.
The Power of “no” in aviation
Saying “no” in aviation is not a sign of weakness; rather, it’s a demonstration of strength and professionalism.
Change in the way of announcing the activation of AMA areas
The AMA areas (AMC Manageable Areas) are areas that are published in AIP Greece ENR 5. Their activation is carried out by the AMC through the daily EAUP/EUUP, in accordance with the requests of the interested parties taking into consideration the anticipated impact on civil traffic. As from September 21, 2023, the activation of these…
Χάος και εκνευρισμός στην Athina ΤΜΑ… μόνο σε συγκεκριμένες βάρδιες
Εχει καταντήσει σχεδόν καθημερινή η ταλαιπωρία στην TMA των Αθηνών. Όχι από τη ζέστη ή την αυξημένη κίνηση αλλά την απαράδεκτη απόφαση κάποιων ελεγκτών να απαγορεύουν τις απογειώσεις λόγω μεγάλης υποτίθεται κίνησης. CTOT δηλαδή σε VFR πτήσεις!!!! Παγκόσμια πρωτοπορία!!!
Helistar Profarta heliport – Neighborly friendly practices
As responsible helicopter pilots, we encourage you to adopt neighborly friendly flying practices at Koropi Profarta heliport.