Enroute Edition 84 01 Feb 2018 PDF

AERONAUTICAL INFORMATION PUBLICATION
REPUBLIC OF AFGHANISTAN
ENROUTE
PART 2
EDITION 84
EFFECTIVE DATE: 01 February 18
Afghanistan Civil Aviation Authority

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AFGHANISTAN 02 Mar 17
PART 2 – ENROUTE (ENR)

ENR 0- TABLE OF CONTENTS
ENR 0 Page
ENR 0.1 PREFACE………………………………………. ..................... Not applicable
ENR 0.2 RECORD OF AIP AMENDMENTS……… ........................... Not applicable
ENR 0.3 RECORD OF AIP SUPPLEMENTS……………. .................. Not applicable
ENR 0.4 CHECKLIST OF AIP PAGES……………………………... .... Not applicable
ENR 0.5 LIST OF HAND AMENDMENTS TO THE AIP…….... ......... Not applicable
ENR 0.6 PART 2 - ENROUTE (ENR) TABLE OF CONTENTS ……. ENR 0.6-1
ENR 1 GENERAL RULES AND PROCEDURES
ENR 1.1 General Rules……………………………………… ................ ENR 1.1-1
1. Conformity to ICAO.............................................................. ENR 1.1-1
2. Non-Military Aircraft ............................................................. ENR 1.1-1
3. Reduced Vertical Separation Minima (RVSM)....................... ENR 1.1-1
4. Horizontal Separation .......................................................... ENR 1.1-7
5. Flight Priorities ..................................................................... ENR 1.1-8
ENR 1.2 Visual Flight Rules………………………………… ................ ENR 1.2-1
2. Visual Meteorological Conditions ......................................... ENR 1.2-1
3. Altitude and Airspace Restrictions ....................................... ENR 1.2-1
4. Air Traffic Services ............................................................... ENR 1.2-2
5. VFR in Class E Airspace…………………………. ................. ENR 1.2-2
6. VFR in Class G Airspace…………………………. ................ ENR 1.2-2
7. TAC C2 communication procedures…………………………. ENR 1.2-3
8. Change to Instrument Flight Rules (IFR)………… ............... ENR 1.2-4
9. Special Visual Flight Rules (SVFR)...................................... ENR 1.2-4
10. VFR Reporting Points............................................................ ENR 1.2-4
ENR 1.3 Instrument Flight Rules…………………….…… ................... ENR 1.3-1
2. Rules Applicable to all IFR Flights……… ............................ ENR 1.3-1
3. Change from IFR Flight to VFR Flight……… ....................... ENR 1.3-1
4. Military IFR Flights in Class G Airspace............................... ENR 1.3-1
ENR 1.4 ATS Airspace Classification………………………… ............. ENR 1.4-1
1. Description of Airspace in Kabul FIR……… ........................ ENR 1.4-1

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2. ATS Airspace Classes, Service Provided & Flight Requirements ENR 1.4-2
3. Separation………………………………………...................... ENR 1.4-3
4. Wake Turbulence ................................................................. ENR 1.4-3
5. Airspace Control Measures.................................................. ENR 1.4-3
ENR 1.5 Holding, Approach and Departure Procedures……… ......... ENR 1.5-1
1. Holding……………………………………… ........................... ENR 1.5-1
2. Arriving Flights ..................................................................... ENR 1.5-1
3. Departing Flights .................................................................. ENR 1.5-2
4. Military and Civil Aircraft Lighting Requirements ................. ENR 1.5-2
ENR 1.6 ATC Surveillance Services and Procedures…………….… . ENR 1.6-1
1. Services and Coverage........................................................ ENR 1.6-1
2. Radio Failure Procedures .................................................... ENR 1.6-1
3. Deviation from Airways ........................................................ ENR 1.6-1
ENR 1.7 Altimeter Setting Procedures………………………... ............ ENR 1.7-1
1. Standard Altimeter Pressure Setting.................................... ENR 1.7.1
2. Flight Levels ......................................................................... ENR 1.7-1
ENR 1.8 Regional Supplementary Procedures……………………… .. ENR 1.8-1
ENR 1.9 Air Traffic Flow Management…………................................. ENR 1.9-1
1. ATFM BOBCAT Kabul FIR .................................................. ENR 1.9-1
2. PPR General ........................................................................ ENR 1.9-7
3. PPR Request. ...................................................................... ENR 1.9-8
ENR 1.10 Flight Planning…………………………….............................. ENR 1.10-1
1. General ................................................................................ ENR 1.10-1
2. Procedures Applicable to Operators/Pilots .......................... ENR 1.10-1
3. Approval Prior to Flight Plan Submission............................. ENR 1.10-3
4. Flight Plan Information ......................................................... ENR 1.10-3
ENR 1.11 Addressing of Flight Plan Messages………………………… ENR 1.11-1
1. General……………………………………….... ...................... ENR 1.11-1
2. Mazar-e-Sharif (OAMS) Requirements……. ........................ ENR 1.11-1
3. Kabul (OAKB) Requirements…...... ..................................... ENR 1.11-1
ENR 1.12 Interception of Civil Aircraft…………………... ...................... ENR 1.12-1
1. Interception Procedures ....................................................... ENR 1.12.1
2. Phraseology during Interception .......................................... ENR 1.12.1
3. Signals for use in the Event of Interception ......................... ENR 1.12.2
ENR 1.13 Unlawful Interference…………………………. ...................... ENR 1.13-1
1. General………………………. ............................................... ENR 1.13-1
2. Procedures……………......................................................... ENR 1.13-1
ENR 1.14 Air Traffic Incidents…………………………………. .............. ENR 1.14-1

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1. Definition of Air Traffic Incidents .......................................... ENR 1.14-1

2. Definition of Aircraft Proximity (AIRPROX)………………… . ENR 1.14-1
3. Designation of Air Traffic Incidents ...................................... ENR 1.14-1
4. Use of Air Traffic Incident Report Form ............................... ENR 1.14-1
5. Reporting Procedures (Including In-Flight Procedures) ....... ENR 1.14-2
6. Purpose of Reporting and Handling of the Form ................. ENR 1.14-2
7. Air Traffic Incident Report Form ........................................... ENR 1.14-3
ENR 2 AIR TRAFFIC SERVICES AIRSPACE
ENR 2.1 Flight Information Regions and Terminal Control Areas… .. ENR 2.1-1
1. Air Traffic Control Airspace .................................................. ENR 2.1-1
2. Diagram of Kabul/Bagram TMAs ......................................... ENR 2.1-6
3. Diagram of Bastion and part of Kandahar Airspace ............. ENR 2.1-6
4. Diagram of Kabul FIR Control Zone and Control Areas ....... ENR 2.1-7
5. Additions or Amendments to Afghanistan Airspace. ............ ENR 2.1-7
ENR 3 ATS ROUTES
ENR 3.1 Lower ATS Routes ............................................................... ENR 3.1-1
1. Low Air Route Structures ..................................................... ENR 3.1-1
2. ATS Route planning restrictions……………………… .......... ENR 3.1-1
ENR 3.2 Upper ATS Routes………………………………………. ........ ENR 3.2-1
1. High Air Route Structures .................................................... ENR 3.2-1
ENR 3.3 Area Navigation Routes…………………………………. ....... ENR 3.3-1
ENR 3.4 Helicopter Routes………………………………………… ....... ENR 3.4-1
ENR 3.5 Other Routes……………………………………………… ....... ENR 3.5-1
ENR 3.6 Enroute Holding…………………………………………. ......... ENR 3.6-1
ENR 4 RADIO NAVIGATION AIDS/SYSTEMS
ENR 4.1 Radio Navigation Aids/Systems – Enroute………………… . ENR 4.1-1
ENR 4.2 Special Navigation Systems……………………………… ..... ENR 4.2-1
ENR 4.3 Name – Code Designators for Significant Points……… ...... ENR 4.3-1
ENR 4.4 Aeronautical Ground Lights – Enroute…………………… .... ENR 4.4-1
ENR 5 NAVIGATION WARNINGS
ENR 5.1 Prohibited, Restricted and Danger Areas…………… .......... ENR 5.1-1
1. Introduction………………………………………. ................... ENR 5.1-1
2. Definitions………………………………………... ................... ENR 5.1-1
3. Designations…………………………………….... .................. ENR 5.1-2
4. Prohibited Areas, Restricted and Danger Areas .................. ENR 5.1-2
ENR 5.2 Military Exercise and Training Areas and Air Defense
Identification Zone................................................................ ENR 5.2-1
ENR 5.3 Other Activities of a Dangerous Nature and Other Potential
Hazards………………………………………... ....................... ENR 5.3-1

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ENR 5.4 Air Navigation Obstacles – Enroute……………………... ..... ENR 5.4-1

ENR 5.5 Aerial Sporting and Recreational Activities……………... ..... ENR 5.5-1
ENR 5.6 Bird Migration and Areas with Sensitive Fauna…………… . ENR 5.6-1
1. Introduction .......................................................................... ENR 5.6-1
2. Afghanistan’s Geography, Climate and Vegetation ............. ENR 5.6-1
3. Bird strikes ........................................................................... ENR 5.6-1
4. Birds ..................................................................................... ENR 5.6-1
ENR 6 ENROUTE CHART – ICAO
ENR 6.1 Afghanistan Low-Level Enroute Chart…………………... ..... ENR 6.1-1
ENR 6.2 Afghanistan High-Level Enroute Chart…………………. ...... ENR 6.2-1

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ENR 1 GENERAL RULES AND PROCEDURES

ENR 1.1 GENERAL RULES
1. Conformity to ICAO
1.1. Aircraft operations within the Afghanistan FIR are to be in accordance with ICAO
Annex 2 Rules of the Air unless specified otherwise. Rules applicable to this section
are contained in ICAO Annex 2 Chapter 3 General Rules.
2. Non-Military Aircraft
2.1. All non-military ACFT operating in the Kabul FIR must file a flight plan. If a stopover
at an uncontrolled airfield is planned, the follow-on flight plan must be filed in advance
at an appropriate location. Compliance with ICAO procedures at uncontrolled airfields
is mandatory to ensure deconfliction from military operations.
3. Reduced Vertical Separation Minima (RVSM)
3.1. Application of RVSM
3.1.1. Afghanistan applies a 1,000FT reduced vertical separation minima between approved
ACFT operating between FL290 and FL410 inclusive in Class A airspace.
3.1.2. Details of other Afghanistan General and Special Equipment requirements will be
incorporated into the Afghanistan Civil Aviation Regulations in due course; details are
located on the Afghanistan Civil Aviation Authority (ACAA) website located at
http://acaa.gov.af/en/page/civil-aviation-authority/aip---important-information.
3.1.3. RVSM operations are mandated within the Kabul FIR in Class A between FL290 and
FL410 inclusive. Non-RVSM Approved ACFT are not permitted to operate within the
Eurasia RVSM airspace, including the Kabul FIR, except for operators of Non-RVSM
Approved ACFT wishing to transit the Kabul FIR above RVSM airspace at FL 430 or
above.
3.1.4. The requirements for Eurasia RVSM are published in the ICAO documents Regional
Supplementary Procedures (Doc 7030) and Procedures for Air Navigation Services
Air Traffic Management (PANS ATM Doc 4444). Detailed information on the ATS
routes, associated flight level allocation and RVSM entry/exit points in the Kabul FIR
are published in the Afghanistan AIP.
3.2. RVSM Means of Compliance
3.2.1. Except for State ACFT, operators intending to conduct flights within RVSM airspace
require RVSM approval from the State in which the operator is based or from the
State in which the ACFT is registered. To obtain such an RVSM approval operators
shall satisfy the said State that:
a. ACFT for which approval is sought has the vertical navigation performance
capability required for RVSM operations through compliance with the criteria of
the RVSM minimum aviation system performance standards (MASPS);
b. They have instituted procedures in respect of continued airworthiness
(maintenance and repair) practices and programs; and
c. They have instituted operational procedures and a program of flight crew training
so that they have an in-depth knowledge of the criteria for operating in RVSM
airspace and this should include both initial and recurrent training.
3.2.2. For Afghanistan based operators and the operators of civil ACFT registered in
Afghanistan, the RVSM approval is to be obtained from the ACAA Flight Safety and
Standards Office. Once obtained, RVSM approval is not restricted to a specific
region. Instead, it is valid globally, where RVSM procedures are applied, with the
understanding that any operating procedures specific to a given region should be

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stated in the operations manual or appropriate crew guidance. Applications for

approval should be made in accordance with Civil Aviation Regulations (to be
published).
3.2.3. ACFT that have received State approval for RVSM operations will be referred to as
'RVSM approved aircraft' while those ACFT that have not received such approval will
be referred to as 'non-RVSM approved aircraft. State ACFT that have not been
granted RVSM approval is only granted access to RVSM airspace through prior
approval with the Kabul Area Control Center (KACC). Subject to availability KACC
will apply 2000ft vertical separation from other traffic. This tactical clearance does not
apply within other FIRs where non-RVSM approved ACFT will be subject to local
regulations and procedures pertaining to RVSM.
3.3. Flight Crew Operating Practices and Procedures
3.3.1. ICAO defines all RVSM airspace as ‘special qualification airspace. Accordingly, it is
important that all operators provide their flight crews with a résumé of any special
procedures or phraseology applicable to a given RVSM operation. Holders of AOCs
are required to have an ‘operations manual’ in which all-pertinent details and
procedures are specified. Non-AOC holders are required to submit to the ACAA for
approval RVSM operations instructions/ procedures for use by flight crews.
3.3.2. Operations manuals should include sections on:
a. Equipment Requirements and Minima;
b. Flight Planning;
c. Pre-Flight, In-Flight and Post-Flight Procedures;
d. Contingencies;
e. TCAS/ACAS Alerts;
f. R/T Phraseology; and
g. Height Monitoring Requirements.
3.4. Contingencies - Applicable to All RVSM Airspace
3.4.1. Flight crews are to report to ATC as soon as practicable any event that may affect
their ability to comply with the ATC clearance, examples being: severe turbulence,
loss of thrust, loss of pressurization, need to divert, the uncertainty of present
position, etc. If at any time, it is not possible to notify ATC immediately that a problem
has occurred and obtain a new clearance before departing from the old, comply as
accurately as possible with any procedures that may be specified for the airspace.
Refer to Afghanistan AIP ENR 1.6.2 - Radio Failure Procedures and ENR 3 -
Deviation from Airways. In all cases, a good lookout should be maintained, and if the
ACFT is equipped with TCAS/ACAS, the visual display should be used to assist in the
sighting of proximate traffic.
3.4.2. The following equipment failures must be reported to ATC:
a. Loss of thrust on one or more engines necessitating descent;
b. Loss of one or more altimetry systems;
c. Failure of all automatic altitude control systems;
d. Failure of any other equipment that could affect the ability of the ACFT to maintain
flight as cleared.
3.5. Contingencies – Applicable to Specified RVSM Airspace
3.5.1. Afghanistan and Eurasia RVSM Airspace. In Afghanistan and Eurasia RVSM
airspace, it is expected that all ACFT will be in continuous radio contact with ATC

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either on the assigned frequency or on the distress and emergency frequency

(121.500 MHz). They will, therefore, be able to advise ATC of any abnormal
circumstances where RVSM performance requirements cannot be met, including
encounters with turbulence greater than 'moderate. ATC will then respond and issue
an appropriate revised clearance before the pilot initiates a deviation from the original
clearance. It is recognized, however, that there may be some circumstances (such as
emergency descent following the loss of cabin pressurization) where deviations may
have to occur with little or no prior notice to ATC. In such cases, the pilot will need to
obtain a revised clearance as soon as possible after the deviation.
3.6. TCAS/ACAS Alerts and Warnings
3.6.1. Procedures for dealing with TCAS/ACAS Alerts and Warnings are contained in
Procedures for Air Navigation Services Aircraft Operations (PANS OPS, ICAO Doc
8168), Part 3, Section 3, and Chapter 3.
3.7. RT Phraseology
3.7.1. Phraseology associated with RVSM operations has been developed for global use.
All flights must use this phraseology while operating, or intending to operate, between
FL290 and FL410 inclusive in the Kabul FIR.
3.7.2. ATC is to use the controller-controller RVSM phraseology for coordination between
Air Traffic Service Units (ATSUs). In the event of ATC being advised by the pilot that
the ACFT is no longer capable of RVSM operations, it is particularly important that the
first ATSU made aware of the failure, generate the appropriate coordination. If a pilot
calls for start-up and declares ‘unable RVSM due equipment,' the airport ATSU must
then pass this message on to the first Air Traffic Control Center involved with the
flight.
3.7.3. The detailed RVSM phraseology is contained in paragraph 3.17.
3.8. Afghanistan Specific RVSM Exemptions
3.8.1. Due to infrastructure limitations, no specific exemptions can be made for civilian
ACFT in Afghanistan.
Note: Definition of 'State' aircraft. For the purpose of RVSM, only ACFT used in
military, customs or police services shall qualify as ‘State’ ACFT and are eligible to
apply ‘M’ in ITEM 8 of the Flight Plan.
3.9. Completion of Flight Plans - Additional Flight Planning Requirements
3.9.1. Normal flight planning requirements for RVSM operation are contained in the
Afghanistan AIP ENR 1.10.
Note: Having an RVSM Exemption does not confer any right to enter RVSM
airspace unless specifically agreed by the appropriate ATC agency on the day. Any
such penetration of RVSM airspace will only be authorized subject to prevailing traffic
conditions and controller workload.
3.10. Air Traffic Control (ATC) Procedures for All Flights
3.10.1. Due to the procedural nature of the enroute ATC service provided, non-RVSM ACFT
may not be permitted to fly within the RVSM airspace. Special arrangements may be
coordinated with KACC but will be only permitted for flights of overriding importance
and will be subject to at least 24 hours’ notice.
3.10.2. Pilots must comply with any requirements stated in the RVSM Exemption unless
otherwise instructed by ATC. Pilots are also reminded to include their Non-RVSM
status (call sign: NEGATIVE RVSM) in the initial call on any frequency within RVSM
airspace and subsequent frequency changes when requesting level changes
pertaining to flight levels in RVSM airspace and in all read backs to flight level
clearances pertaining to flight levels in RVSM airspace.

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3.11. Height Monitoring Requirements

3.11.1. Afghanistan does not have a Height Monitoring capability. ACAA is obliged by ICAO
to keep a database of all Afghanistan registered RVSM approved ACFT. Therefore,
operators are to inform ACAA (RVSM Approvals) both when they add RVSM
approved ACFT to their fleet and of any ACFT they intend to remove from their fleet
of RVSM approved ACFT. ACAA will pass this information to the appropriate
Regional Monitoring Agency (RMA).
3.12. Organization of Monitoring Activities
3.12.1. On behalf of ICAO, the designated RMA is the Monitoring Agency Asia Region
(MAAR) operated by Aeronautical Radio of Thailand Ltd. (AEROTHAI). The
information, which will be obtained through the monitoring program on ACFT
compliance status and measured height-keeping performance, will be combined with
the information available from monitoring agencies in other regions.
3.12.2. The RMA will support operators and approval authorities on any issue related to
RVSM approval and monitoring. The RMA will require information on the ACFT that
are intended to operate in Eurasia RVSM airspace and therefore, need to be
monitored on a periodic basis as part of the continuing safety assessment. To this
end, the RMA will also be in contact with State approval authorities. The MAAR can
be contacted as follows:
AEROTHAI Ltd
102 Ngamduplee Road
Tungmahamek
Sathorn
Bangkok 10120
THAILAND
Phone: +66 (0)2-287-8154
Fax: +66 (0)2-287-8155
Email: maar@aerothai.co.th
3.12.3. The RMA will ensure the continuous operation of the monitoring systems and will
manage the measured height keeping performance data. The RMA will identify any
height deviations that are outside the specifications of the ICAO RVSM performance
requirements, and will follow-up as required.
3.13. Global Long-Term Monitoring Requirements
3.13.1. ICAO has identified the need for ongoing monitoring to ensure the safety objectives
continue to be met and to ensure the continued maintenance of height keeping the
performance of approved ACFT. This longer term monitoring is seen to be essential
for the ongoing safety of RVSM operations.
3.13.2. The detailed global long-term monitoring requirements are continuously evolving, and
the procedures in place in the Eurasia RVSM region are designed to conform to
these.
3.14. Unexpected Turbulence Encounter
3.14.1. The topography of Afghanistan could produce an increased possibility of turbulence
and mountain waves. Due to the absence of radar surveillance, ATC is dependent on
aircrews informing them of any vertical deviation due to meteorological phenomena.
In extreme cases, multiple ACFT could be affected leading to ATC temporarily
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3.14.2. Wake Vortices Encounters: Due to the special nature of the airspace and frequent
poor communications, pilots are to make every effort to contact KACC prior to making
maneuver away from wake vortices. Pilots are in all cases to report the presence of
wake vortices as soon as possible to allow KACC to provide increased vertical
separation on a tactical basis.
3.15. Pilot Actions:
3.15.1. When an ACFT is operating in the Afghanistan RVSM airspace and encounters
severe turbulence due to weather or wake vortex, and the Pilot-in-Command believes
the vertical navigation performance requirements for Afghanistan RVSM airspace
cannot be maintained, the pilot shall:
a. Inform ATC as soon as possible (‘UNABLE RVSM DUE TURBULENCE’);
b. Obtain a revised ATC clearance prior to initiating any deviation from cleared route
or flight level;
c. Where such revised ATC clearance could not be obtained prior to such a
deviation, obtain a revised clearance as soon as possible thereafter.
3.15.2. These procedures should not be interpreted in any way that prejudices the final
authority and responsibility of the Pilot-in-Command for the safe operation of the
ACFT.
3.16. Controller Actions:
3.16.1. The Air Traffic Controller shall:
a. Establish either an appropriate horizontal separation or an increased vertical
separation of 2000ft;
b. To the extent possible, accommodate the pilot's request for flight level and/or
route changes and pass traffic information as required;
c. Confirm that the pilot is ready to resume RVSM operations ('REPORT READY TO
RESUME RVSM').
3.17. CONTROLLER/PILOT RVSM PHRASEOLOGY
Para Message Phraseology
1. ATC ascertain the RVSM approval (call sign) CONFIRM RVSM APPROVED
status of a flight
2. A pilot indication of non-RVSM NEGATIVE RVSM*

approval Status:
To be stated:
a. In the initial call on any frequency
within the RVSM airspace (ATC shall
provide a read back with the same
phrase); and
b. In all requests for flight level
changes pertaining to flight levels within
the RVSM airspace;
c. In all read backs to flight level
clearances pertaining to flight levels
within the RVSM airspace.
Pilots of ACFT, other than State ACFT,
shall respond to level clearances

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involving the vertical transit through
either FL 290 or FL 410 with this
phrase.
See examples shown below.
3. A pilot indication of RVSM approval AFFIRM RVSM*

status:
4. State ACFT, non-RVSM approved, NEGATIVE RVSM STATE ACFT*

shall indicate their status as being that
of a State ACFT, in conjunction with a
negative response to the RTF with the
phrase:
5. ATC denial of clearance into the RVSM (call sign) UNABLE CLEARANCE INTO
airspace: RVSM AIRSPACE, MAINTAIN (or
DESCEND/CLIMB TO) FLIGHT LEVEL
(number)
6. For the case of an individual ACFT UNABLE RVSM DUE TURBULENCE*

reporting severe turbulence or other
severe weather related phenomenon,
the pilot phraseology shall be:
7. The phraseology required of a pilot to UNABLE RVSM DUE EQUIPMENT*

communicate those circumstances
which would cause an ACFT's
equipment to degrade to below
altimetry MASPS compliance levels
shall be:
The phrase is to be used to convey
both the initial indication of the non-
altimetry MASPS compliance and,
henceforth, on initial contact on all
frequencies within the lateral limits of
the RVSM airspace until such time as
the problem ceases to exist.
8. The pilot shall communicate his/her READY TO RESUME RVSM*

ability to resume operation within the
RVSM airspace after an equipment
related contingency, or his/her ability to
resume RVSM operations after a
weather related contingency with the
phrase:
9. To solicit this information ATC shall use (call sign) REPORT ABLE TO RESUME
the phrase: RVSM
Note: * indicates a pilot transmission

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Example 1: A non-RVSM approved State ACFT, maintaining FL 260, subsequently requests

a climb to FL 320.
Pilot RTF:(call sign) REQUEST FL 320, NEGATIVE RVSM

Controller RTF:(call sign) CLIMB FL 320
Pilot RTF:CLIMB FL 320, NEGATIVE RVSM (call sign)

a climb to FL 430.


a climb to FL 380.
Pilot RTF: (call sign) REQUEST FL 380, NEGATIVE RVSM

Example 4: A non-RVSM approved civil ACFT, maintaining FL 280, subsequently requests a

climb to FL 320.

Controller RTF:(call sign) UNABLE CLEARANCE INTO RVSM
AIRSPACE, MAINTAIN FL 280
3.18. CONTROLLER/CONTROLLER RVSM PHRASEOLOGY
1. To verbally supplement an NEGATIVE RVSM or

automated estimate message
NEGATIVE RVSM STATE ACFT(as
exchange which does not
applicable)
automatically transfer Item 18
information
2. To verbally supplement estimate NEGATIVE RVSM or

messages of non-RVSM approved
NEGATIVE RVSM STATE ACFT(as
ACFT:
applicable)
3. To communicate the cause of a UNABLE RVSM DUE TURBULENCE (or

single ACFT contingency: EQUIPMENT, as applicable)

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4. Horizontal Separation
4.1. Where surveillance separation standards are not being applied, longitudinal
separation is established between IFR ACFT at the same level, equal to or greater
than ICAO minimums. Speed control may be applied between ACFT that are at or
near the minimum longitudinal separation standards to prevent loss of separation.
4.1.1. 50NM or 7-minute longitudinal separation will be applied on ATS routes L750, N644,
M875, P173, L509, UL333, V848, and P628/N636.
5. Flight Priorities
5.1 The following flight priorities apply within the AFG FIR:
a. Aircraft in Distress (declared emergency such as engine fault, fuel
shortage/diversion, seriously ill passenger, etc.) *
b. Flights are carrying the President of Afghanistan (POA).
c. National Priority Missions when executed by counter-terrorism forces and
support aircraft; or Afghan National Defense Security Forces (ANDSF) and RS
Coalition partners securing national objectives or securing the critical
preservation of life. When this exception is required, aircraft, ATC and /or
Tactical Command and Control (TAC C2) agencies should use the term priority
d. Flights are operating as air ambulances (call sign "MEDEVAC," “AIREVAC" or
"HOSP").
e. Flights are supporting Search and Rescue efforts to include (CSAR/PR/CAS
EVAC or other humanitarian reasons (Human Remains Flights).
f. Flights notified by the ACAA carrying visiting heads of State/Government (to
include Prime Ministers) and very senior GIRoA Ministers.
g. Flight check aircraft engaged in critical calibration flights. Other flights
authorized by the ACAA.
h. IFR Flights. Flights that have filed a flight plan and are conforming to routine
procedures. Training, non-standard and other flights.
i. Military support tasks, unless supporting priority operations as noted in Cat E.
j. Training, non-standard and other flights (i.e. VFR flights)
6. Military Activity
6.1. Afghanistan’s airspace contains complex military activity by aircraft, which may not
follow the rules of the air inside reserved military areas.
6.2. Agreed in advance between the ACAA and Coalition Military forces, information on
activity is published via following means;
a. Afghanistan AIP
b. NOTAM
c. As coordinated with ATC
6.3. Where possible, information has been declassified and is available on the ACAA
website or within this AIP. KACC, TAC C2, and Local ATC units will act as
coordinators to maintain safety and integrate civil traffic with ongoing ACMs.
6.4. TAC C2 units have established ATC CAL (Coalition Airspace Liaison) positions. This
personal coordinates the deconfliction of military operations, which need to occur in
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6.5. ATC will use every communication means available to maintain civil and military
aircraft safety. If coordination with aircraft under TAC C2 control is required, ATC will
coordinate with TAC C2.
6.6. TAC C2 will coordinate special use airspace/areas (SUAs) under their control, with
any affected ATC facility prior to the SUA becoming active. TAC C2 will also notify
ATC of any changes to SUAs or when the area is no longer required.

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AFGHANISTAN

AIP ENR 1.21
ENR 1.2 VISUAL FLIGHT RULES

are contained in ICAO Annex 2 Chapter 4 Visual Flight Rules.
2. Visual Meteorological Conditions
2.1. IAW Rules of the Air Annex 2 to The Convention on International Civil Aviation,
except when operating as a special VFR flight, VFR flights shall be conducted so that
the ACFT is flown in conditions of visibility and distance from clouds equal to or
greater than those specified in the following table:
Altitude Band Airspace Class Flight Visibility Distance from Cloud
At and above 10 000ft 1 500 m horizontally

A* C D E G 8 km
AMSL 1 000ft vertically
Below 10 000ft AMSL

and above 3 000 ft. 1 500 m horizontally
AMSL, or above 1 000ft A* C D E G 5 km
above terrain, whichever 1 000 ft. vertically
is the higher
1 500 m horizontally
At and below 3 000 ft. A* C D E 5 km
AMSL, or 1 000ft above 1 000ft vertically
terrain, whichever is the
higher Clear of cloud and with the
G 5 km
surface in sight
* The VMC minima in Class A airspace are included for guidance to pilots and does not imply
acceptance of VFR flights in Class A airspace.
2.2. When so prescribed by the appropriate ATS authority:

Lower flight visibilities to 1500m may be permitted for flights operating:
i. At speeds that, in the prevailing visibility, will give adequate opportunity to
observe other traffic or any obstacles in time to avoid collision; or
ii. In circumstances in which the probability of encounters with other traffic
would normally be low (e.g. in areas of low volume traffic and for aerial work
at low levels).
2.2.1. Helicopters may be permitted to operate in less than 1500m flight visibility if
maneuvered at a speed that will give adequate opportunity to observe other traffic or
any obstacles in time to avoid a collision.
2.3. Except when a clearance is obtained from an air traffic control unit, VFR flights shall
not take off or land at an aerodrome within a control zone, or enter the aerodrome
traffic zone or traffic pattern:
a. When the ceiling is less than 1500ft; or
b. When the ground visibility is less than 5km.
c. At night, if a civil ACFT
3. Altitude and Airspace Restrictions
3.1. All ACFT flying VFR along Class E routes will maintain FLXX5, to a maximum height
of FL235. Civil VFR flights will not be operated above FL235.

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3.1.1. There are no altitude restrictions on military VFR ACFT within Class G airspace.
Military VFR ACFT may cross Class E air routes up to and including FL285, subject to
ATC clearance.
3.2. All civilian VFR flights must adhere as much as possible to the published air route
corridors in order to segregate from military activity. Compliance with these
procedures does not relieve pilots of own responsibility to see and avoid other ACFT
or for maintaining own safe terrain/obstacle clearance at all times.
3.3. Except when necessary for take-off, landing or by permission of an appropriate
authority, a VFR flight shall not be flown:
a. Over the congested areas of cities, towns or settlements or over an open air
assembly of persons at a height less than 1000ft above the highest obstacle
within a radius of 600m of the ACFT;
b. Elsewhere, at a height less than 500ft above the ground or water.
3.4. Civil ACFT operating in Class G airspace shall keep to the minimum tracking
possible. This includes departing and joining the Air Routes at 90 degrees from the
aerodrome.
4. Air Traffic Services
4.1. VFR flights shall comply with the provisions of air traffic control instructions:
a. When operated within Class C and D airspace;
b. When forming part of aerodrome traffic at controlled aerodromes; or
c. When operating within or into designated controlled airspace and shall
maintain continuous air-ground voice communication on the appropriate
communication channel and report position as necessary to the air traffic
services unit providing air traffic services.
4.2. All VFR ACFT must receive a clearance prior to entering Class C and Class D
airspace. Flight advisory with Kabul ACC should not be construed as a clearance to
enter Class C or Class D airspace.
5. VFR Flight in Class E airspace
5.1. Prior to entering Class E airspace, all VFR ACFT (military and civil) shall establish
two-way communications with either an ATC or TAC C2 agency. This includes prior
to crossing Class E Air Routes. TAC C2 will coordinate air route crossings with ATC
to ensure deconfliction. VFR ACFT unable to comply shall remain clear of Class E
airspace until communications can be established.
6. VFR Flight in Class G airspace
6.1. Prior to VFR flight through Class G airspace, aircrew must communicate with an ATC
and/or Military TAC C2 agency.
6.2. All VFR ACFT should monitor Guard (UHF/243.0 preferably, 121.5 if VHF capable
only) in addition to the Common Traffic Advisory Frequency (CTAF) 125.2, or as
otherwise directed. TAC C2 will attempt to establish two-way communication with
aircrew on these frequencies if deviation from the current flight path is required for
deconfliction.
6.3. ATC will provide VFR ACFT departing from controlled airfields within Afghanistan an
airspace deconfliction service within the Class G airspace surrounding the
aerodrome’s CTR and traffic information, if practicable. On entering Class G
airspace, VFR ACFT will then be instructed to contact a TAC C2 agency or broadcast
on CTAF 125.2.

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6.4. VFR ACFT arriving at or departing an aerodrome providing a Class G ATZ are to
contact the AD FIS provider prior to entering the ATZ or prior to departure (refer ENR
2.1para. 1.1 for Class G ATZ locations, dimensions and frequency information). On
departure, ACFT are also to broadcast intentions on CTAF 125.2 and attempt to
contact TAC C2 prior to exiting the ATZ.
6.5. For aerodromes located in Class G airspace, with no supporting Class G ATZ FIS
provider, ACFT shall attempt to contact TAC C2 for traffic and hazardous airspace
information. ACFT should also broadcast intentions on the CTAF 125.2.
6.6. ACFT on Class E airways in contact with KACC that are required to leave the airway
to reach their destination will, workload permitting, receive traffic and airspace
avoidance advice from KACC prior to leaving the airway. When leaving the airway,
KACC will instruct the ACFT to contact TAC C2 or broadcast on CTAF 125.2 for
further traffic and airspace avoidance advice.
6.7. Due to the line of sight limitations (both UHF/VHF), two-way communication with TAC
C2 may not be possible. Aircrews are to broadcast on the TAC C2 frequency for the
duration of flight in Class G airspace. Flight within Class G airspace under these
circumstances is at high risk; therefore, aircrew is to maintain an increased level of
seeing, avoiding and continue flight with due regard.
7. TAC C2 communication procedures
7.1. Military ACFT are to provide the following information on the first contact with TAC
C2:
a) ACFT call sign
b) Mode 3
c) Departure Aerodrome or Position
d) Destination or Next Position
e) Current Altitude
f) Requested Altitude
g) KINGPIN Check-in Example communication:
“Kingpin, Dash08, squawking 4501, 5 miles north Sharana, enroute Bagram, currently
11 thousand 5 hundred feet, request Flight Level 165 for transit.”
TAC C2 Check-in Example communication in the blind (both TAC C2 and TAF125.2):
“Kingpin All stations NATO276, squawking 3615, 5 miles south of Herat, enroute
DILAM, passing 3 500, climbing to FL205.”
7.2. Radio and radar coverage are permitting, TAC C2 may provide airspace and ACFT
deconfliction, workload permitting, while within Class G airspace by recommending
heading, altitude, and/or traffic information.
7.3. If TAC C2 is unable to provide these services due to limited radar coverage, aircrew
will be advised that TAC C2 have ‘negative radar contact.' TAC C2will then direct
aircrew to ‘proceed at your own discretion’ while providing restricted airspace advice.
Aircrew may be asked to respond to additional position requests.
7.4. If TAC C2 is unable to provide these services due to limited radio coverage, TAC C2
will attempt to establish contact with the ACFT on the TAC C2 frequency, CTAF 125.2
and/or Guard. Additionally, TAC C2 may use other ACFT in the vicinity to relay
avoidance advice.
7.5. While providing airspace and ACFT deconfliction to ACFT in Class G airspace, TAC
C2 may be tasked with higher priority requirements. TAC C2 may discontinue service
without notice but will endeavor to inform ACFT prior to termination. If ACFT believes

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AFGHANISTAN 10 Nov 16
a termination of service has occurred, they are to adopt standard CTAF broadcast
procedures.
8. Change to Instrument Flight Rules (IFR)
8.1. An ACFT operating VFR that wishes to change to IFR shall:
a. If a flight plan was submitted, communicate the necessary changes to be
effected to its current flight plan, or
b. Submit a flight plan to the appropriate air traffic services unit and obtain a
clearance prior to proceeding IFR when in controlled airspace.
8.2. ACFT departing satellite airports in contact with ATC will be instructed to report a
position or waypoint within Class E Airspace. On reaching this position or waypoint,
ACFT should expect to receive an IFR clearance; however, ATC may issue an IFR
clearance earlier to become effective at the position or waypoint. If air traffic control is
unable to issue an IFR clearance immediately, the controller will advise the pilot when
or where to expect an IFR clearance.
9. Special Visual Flight Rules (SVFR)
9.1. SVFR may be approved under certain conditions at some airfields throughout
Afghanistan. Pilots are to refer to the Aerodrome (AD) section, of this document, to
acquire information on SVFR for individual AD.
10. VFR Reporting Points
10.1. To increase situational awareness and assist in identifying potential conflictions within
the Kabul FIR, Pilots in Class G airspace are to make position reports using the VFR
reporting points and transmitting on the CTAF 125.2 MHz
10.2. The pilot in command (PIC) is to ensure that reports are made within 6NM of the VFR
reporting point. Direct over-flight of the VFR reporting point should be avoided.
10.3. The direction of flight shall be referenced using the phonetic alphabet. The following
is an example of phraseology to be used:
10.3.1. “Afghanistan Traffic, Call sign [aircraft identification], vicinity [VFR reporting point] /
North West [cardinal direction].
10.4. ACFT transmitting should avoid using number and type of ACFT unless there is
potential for conflict with other traffic. If other traffic is identified within the vicinity, the
PIC may pass information that will assist in ACFT deconfliction, such as a number of
ACFT and altitude.
10.5. The Afghanistan VFR Waypoint structure is contained in a separate document titled
“Visual Flight Rules Reporting Points Republic of Afghanistan” and is accessible
via the ACAA website.http://acaa.gov.af/en/page/civil-aviation-authority/atm/aip---
important-information. This document is under revision and may not be accurate.

AIP ENR 1.31
ENR 1.3 INSTRUMENT FLIGHT RULES (IFR)

are contained in ICAO Annex 2 Chapter 5 Instrument Flight Rules.
2. Rules Applicable to all IFR Flights
2.1. Civil in Class A. All civil ACFT operating in the Kabul FIR Class A air routes shall
operate IFR except where specifically authorized to conduct flight VFR.
2.2. ACFT shall be equipped with suitable instruments and navigation equipment
appropriate to the route to be flown. ACFT intending to operate on Afghanistan’s air
routes shall be suitably equipped to comply with RNP-10 as detailed at GEN 1.5.2.
2.3. An IFR flight shall report, to the appropriate air traffic services unit, as soon as
possible, the time and level of passing each designated compulsory reporting point.
Position reports shall similarly be made in relation to additional points when requested
by the appropriate air traffic services unit.
2.4. Due to operational requirements, unless instructed by ATC, civil IFR flight is not
permitted within Class G airspace.
3. Change from IFR Flight to VFR Flight
3.1. An ACFT electing to change the conduct of its flight from compliance with the IFR to
compliance with VFR shall notify the appropriate air traffic services unit accordingly.
4. Military IFR Flights in Class G Airspace
4.1. To facilitate climb and descent in IMC, military ACFT are permitted to operate under
IFR in Class G airspace.
NOTE: Military airlift ACFT requiring operating in IMC are to carry equipment,
including TCAS, as described in the Airspace Control Plan Annex C.3.
4.2. Terrain Clearance. Military aircrews are responsible for maintaining terrain
clearance at all times while operating in Class G airspace.
NOTE: During the course of providing an FIS in Class G airspace ATS providers,
including TAC C2 agencies, may offer suggested headings, flight levels or altitudes to
assist in the avoidance of hazards. This is not a control service and does not remove
the terrain avoidance obligation from aircrews.
4.2.1. If the ACFT is known to be in contact with an ATC provider, it may be subject to ATC
instructions or clearance to achieve separation. In this case, TAC C2 shall not
provide suggested headings or level change advice without prior coordination and
concurrence of the ATC provider.
EXAMPLE: ACFT is in Class G airspace and has contacted ATC. ATC has issued a
clearance to enter controlled airspace. This clearance may involve direct tracking, or
a heading or a level requirement to achieve separation with other ACFT in controlled
airspace.
4.3. Flight Following. Afghanistan does not have a comprehensive national flight
tracking system. Due to limited communications coverage at some uncontrolled
aerodromes and some Class G airspace, TAC C2 and ATC agencies may be unable
to provide flight following or SAR initiation.
4.4. Military IFR ACFT established on airways or within controlled airspace requesting to
depart the airspace to operate within, or transit Class G airspace shall notify ATC of
the request to leave the airway or controlled airspace. ATC shall terminate control
services at the airway or controlled airspace boundary and instruct the aircraft to

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contact TAC C2. TAC C2 communication procedures described in ENR 1.2

paragraph 6 apply.
4.4.1. If practicable, flights shall depart airways at 90 degrees to the air route, when abeam
the intended arrival AD or operating area. In some instances, it may be viable for
aircraft to depart controlled airspace tracking directly to an IAP IAF and not via an air
route (e.g. ACFT departing OAKN and expecting an IAP into OATN). ACFT shall
advise ATC agencies of direct tracking requirements.
4.5. ATC will provide military IFR ACFT departing from controlled airfields within
Afghanistan airspace deconfliction services for airspace immediately surrounding the
AD and traffic information, if practicable. On entering Class G airspace, ACFT shall
be advised that control services are terminated and instructed to contact a TAC C2
agency and broadcast on CTAF 125.2.
4.6. Military IFR ACFT arriving at or departing an AD with a Class G ATZ is to contact the
AD FIS provider prior to entering the ATZ or prior to departure (refer ENR 2.1 para.
1.1 for Class G ATZ locations, dimensions, and frequency information). On
departure, aircraft are to broadcast position and intentions on CTAF 125.2 and
attempt to contact TAC C2 prior to exiting the ATZ.
4.7. For AD located in Class G, with no supporting Class G ATZ AD FIS provider, prior to
arrival and departure ACFT shall attempt to contact TAC C2 for traffic and potential
hazardous airspace. ACFT shall also broadcast intentions on CTAF 125.2.
4.8. IFR descent. Military IFR ACFT shall not descend below the off route terrain
clearance altitude (ORTCA) unless:
A. visual and able to maintain VMC below the ORTCA; or
B. the AD has an accredited minimum sector altitude for the arrival AD (i.e. 2000ft
above the highest obstacle within 10NM of the AD); or
C. established at the IAF to join an approved instrument approach for the arrival AD.
4.8.1. The ORTCA provides a minimum of 3000ft vertical clearance above the highest
obstacle in mountainous terrain and 2000ft vertical clearance above normal terrain.
4.9. For uncontrolled AD it is recommended that military ACFT, still in IMC, do not
descend below 3500ft AGL (i.e. military coordinating altitude) until established within
10NM of the arrival airfield.

AIP ENR 1.41
ENR 1.4 ATS AIRSPACE CLASSIFICATION

1. Description of Airspace in Kabul FIR
1.1. The Kabul FIR is classified into Classes A, C, D, E, and G airspace. Classes B and F
airspace are not used in the Kabul FIR. Air traffic services are provided in all
controlled airspace, by the controlling ATC facility, based on Procedural (non-ATC
Surveillance System) procedures supplemented by ATC Surveillance System where
possible.
CLASS G AIRSPACE
AIR-ROUTES CLASS A
Above FL290 to FL510
FL300
FL280‐FL290 and FL310‐FL510*
from 2000Z‐2359Z
*= UL333, L750, N644, L509 and M875.
G206 MAL FL350
AIR-ROUTES CLASS E
FL160-FL290
IFR FL240 and above
IFR/VFR at or below FL235
CLASS C Airspace established around

Bagram, Kabul and Kandahar
CLASS D CTR
See ENR 2.1.3
TRANSITION ALTITUDE: 14 000FT AMSL

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2. ATS Airspace Classes, Services Provided and Flight Requirements
Class Type of Separation Services Provided Speed Radio Subject

Flight Provided Limitation Communication to ATCC
Required lank
2
IFROnly All aircraft ATC service N/A Continuous two- Yes
A
way
B Not applicable in the Kabul FIR
IFR IFR from IFR ATC service N/A Continuous two- Yes
way
IFR from VFR
VFR VFR from IFR 1) ATC service for 250kt IAS Continuous two- Yes
C
separation from IFR2) below 10000ft way
VFR/VFR traffic AMSL
information (and traffic
avoidance advice on
request
IFR IFR from IFR ATC service, traffic 250kt IAS Continuous two- Yes
information about VFR below 10000ft way
flights (and traffic AMSL
avoidance advice on
request)
D
VFR Nil IFR/VFR and VFR/VFR 250kt IAS Continuous two- Yes
traffic information (and below 10000ft way
traffic avoidance advice AMSL
on request)
IFR IFR from IFR ATC service and, as far 250kt IAS Continuous two- Yes
as practicable, traffic below 10000ft way
information about VFR AMSL
4 flights
E
3&4
VFR Nil Traffic information as far 250kt IAS Continuous two- No
as practical below 10000ft way
AMSL
F Not applicable in the Kabul FIR
Military IFR Nil Flight Information Service 250kt IAS Continuoustwo- No

6
below 10000ft way
AMSL
5
G
1
VFR Nil Flight Information Service 250kt IAS No No
below 10000ft
AMSL
Note 1: VFR aircraft with in Class G airspace must contact a TAC C2 agency or broadcast on 125.2. See ENR 1.2 paragraph
6.
Note 2: VFR Military aircraft may be cleared to cross Class A airways by ATC provided they are separated from IFR traffic up
to and including FL295.
Note 3: All VFR aircraft (includes military) in Class E shall be in contact with the appropriate ATC or TAC C2 agency. See
ENR 1.2 paragraph 5.
Note 4: HEAVY wake turbulence category aircraft (aircraft with a Maximum Take-off Weight (MTOW) greater than 136,000kg)
shall operate IFR when transiting via Class E Air Routes.
Note 5: Due to ongoing combat operations access for Civil IFR ACFT remains prohibited in Class G airspace. Civil VFR
operations in Class G airspace shall, as far as practicable, also be kept to the minimum to enhance the safety of ACFT
operations.
Note 6: Due to limited low-level communications coverage, military IFR is required to carry serviceable radios and broadcast
intentions on CTAF 125.2.

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2.1. Unless otherwise defined in ENR 2.1, when ATS airspace adjoins vertically (one
above the other), flights at the common level must comply with the requirements of
and will be given services applicable to the less restrictive class of airspace. In
applying these criteria, Class C airspace is considered less restrictive than Class A
airspace, etc.
2.2. When Class C and D adjoin laterally, flights at the common boundary will be given
services applicable to Class D airspace.
3. Separation
3.1. Separation standards, including wake turbulence, applied in the Kabul FIR are in
accordance with ICAO Doc 4444 Procedures for Air Navigation Services – Air Traffic
Management except where coalition ATC has been given authority to use their home
nation separation standards.
4. Wake Turbulence
4.1. Categories. For the purpose of wake turbulence, ACFT are divided into the following
weight categories:
a. HEAVY (H) − All other ACFT types of 136,000KG maximum take−off weight or
more;
b. MEDIUM (M) –ACFT types of less than 136,000KG maximum take-off weight
but more than 7,000KG maximum takeoff weight;
c. LIGHT (L) –ACFT types of 7,000KG maximum take-off weight or less.
Note: B757 and H47 (Chinook) are categorized Heavy (H) when the following ACFT is
categorized either Medium (M) or Light (L) and categorized Medium (M) when the
preceding ACFT is categorized Heavy (H).
5. Special Use Airspace (SUAs)
5.1. SUAs are airspace constructs of defined vertical and lateral dimensions created to
allow military aerial operations to take place in a segregated environment. They are
activated at the request of users via NOTAM, or tactically via ATC, and deactivated
once the activity has been completed. These SUA constructs take precedence over
all airspace categories within Afghanistan. In this event, as much notice as possible
will be given pre-activation.
5.2. When notified of an SUA activation KACC will ensure that IFR traffic in controlled
airspace is routed clear of the activated SUA. VFR traffic or aircraft operating in
uncontrolled airspace may not receive directed notification that an SUA has been
activated. Those aircraft should monitor the Common Traffic Advisory Frequency
(CTAF) 125.2 to receive any update broadcasts. TAC C2 will use all available
sensors to ensure that the area is clear prior to activation. In only extreme
circumstances where sufficient time does not exist to clear the area of traffic, and
there is imminent danger of lives being lost, the TAC C2 may clear an ACFT into the
SUA. KACC will provide traffic information to affected ACFT while the TAC C2
agency will pass details of transiting traffic to the military ACFT operating within the
ACM airspace.
5.3. The Afghanistan SUA areas, their geographical location and height blocks are found
in ENR 5.

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AFGHANISTAN

AIP ENR 1.51
ENR 1.5 HOLDING, APPROACH AND DEPARTURE PROCEDURES

1. Holding
1.1. Enroute holding will be used in Kabul FIR when needed to manage the flow of traffic.
If the holding is issued, all ACFT shall fly 10NM legs, and conduct right turns. An
“expect further clearance” time (EFC) shall be issued by ATC at least 5 minutes prior
to the ACFT’s estimated time to the clearance limit. If no delay is expected at the
clearance limit, air traffic control shall advise the pilot “no delay expected.”
2. Arriving Flights
2.1. Bagram, Kabul, and Kandahar Airfields. All arriving ACFT are to contact
Approach/Arrivals prior to entering Class C airspace. If contact is unable to be
established prior to entering Class C airspace, the pilot is to discontinue the approach
and either hold at pilot’s discretion outside the Class C airspace and continue to
attempt to contact ATC or divert to an alternate airfield. If diverting is not possible, the
pilot is to declare an emergency and apply loss of communication procedures as per
ENR 1.6.2 Radio Failure Procedures.
2.1.1. All arriving ACFT must remain above FL160 until 20NM from Kabul Airfield unless
under Bagram Arrival Control, Kabul Arrival Control or Kabul Approach Control and
approved for descent below FL160.
2.2. All Other Airfields. All civil ACFT capable of flight above FL160 must track to
airfields not serviced by an air route via the air route that passes closest to the
destination airfield. Once abeam the destination airfield, civil ACFT must depart
Class E airspace at 90 degrees to the air route, remaining at the assigned level until
established inside Class G airspace. Civil ACFT must cancel their IFR flight category
prior to leaving controlled airspace and avoid any active military airspace as notified
by either ATC or TAC C2 agencies.
2.2.1. Civil IFR ACFT that cannot comply with VFR for operations in Class G airspace shall
not be issued descent below the airway’s minimum enroute altitude or be permitted to
exit the ATS route or Class E airspace.
2.2.2. Common safety frequency. VHF125.2MHz is the common safety frequency for all
uncontrolled airfields in Afghanistan. A Flight Information Service is provided at
several uncontrolled airfields; see AIP Part 3 Aerodromes for details.
2.3. Visual Approach Procedure. ACFT requesting a visual approach must meet the
following criteria:
a. The ACFT is within 30NM of the destination; and
b. The pilot has established, and can continue flight to the aerodrome with
continuous visual reference to the ground or water; and
c. At night, the pilot reports the aerodrome in sight; and
d. Visual meteorological conditions exist at the destination aerodrome, or the
pilot reports at the initial approach level or at any time during the instrument
approach procedure that the meteorological conditions are such that a visual
approach and landing can be completed.
2.3.1. Unless otherwise instructed by ATC, ACFT cleared to execute a visual approach shall
maintain their own navigation until within five nautical miles of the destination
aerodrome, or by night within the prescribed circling area, and then maneuver via the
shortest route to base or final of the assigned RWY.
2.3.2. An ACFT executing a visual approach may descend when ready from its previously
assigned level and must maintain at least 500ft above the base of the control area
and, by day, shall comply with ENR 1.2, paragraph 3.3, regarding altitude restrictions
above terrain and built up areas. An ACFT executing a visual approach at night shall

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AFGHANISTAN

AIP ENR 1.61
ENR 1.6 ATC SURVEILLANCE SERVICES AND PROCEDURES

1. Services and Coverage
1.1. ATC Surveillance System: ATC surveillance service is only available within the
following terminal areas:
a. Hamid Karzai International Airport.
b. Kandahar Airfield.
c. Bagram Airfield.
1.2. There is limited enroute ATC Surveillance Service provided within the Kabul ACC Low
Sector (GEN 3.3-1para.3.1.3 refers). There is no ATC Surveillance Service provided
in all other areas in the Kabul FIR. Air traffic control applies Procedural (non-ATC
Surveillance System) separation standards to ACFT flying in the high and low ATS
airway structures.
1.3. Kabul FIR SSR transponder codes. Kabul FIR SSR transponder codes are
allocated through the ASIA/PAC SSR Code Allotment. The SSR transponder codes
for use within the Kabul FIR are as follows:
a. Domestic flights 5300-5377
b. International flights 7100-7177
1.4. SSR code allocation to individual ATC units is to be coordinated through Kabul ACC.
All coalition military ACFT and civilian ISAF/Coalition contracted missions will be
assigned SSR codes via the ATO and are de-conflicted from the Kabul FIR SSR
transponder codes.
2. Radio Failure Procedures
2.1. High ATS Route Structure. ACFT transiting the airspace shall proceed with the last
assigned ATC instruction and contact the next State IAW ICAO Doc 4444 and the
receiving State’s AIP instruction.
2.2. Low ATS Route Structure. All ACFT entering the Low ATS Route Structure shall
call the Kabul ACC 10 minutes prior to crossing the Kabul FIR boundary. If two-way
radio communication cannot be established with the Kabul ACC prior to crossing the
boundary, IFR service will be terminated at the Kabul FIR boundary.
2.3. After crossing the Kabul FIR boundary, if two-way radio communication is not
established, ACFT must adjust level to a VFR cruising level.
2.4. If ACFT re-establish two-way radio contact after crossing the Kabul FIR boundary,
then an IFR clearance can be requested with the Kabul ACC. ACFT must maintain
VFR until an IFR clearance is received.
2.5. Total Aircraft Communications Failure. In the event that an ACFT suffers a total
communications failure, the pilot shall squawk mode 3/A code 7600 and proceed on
last assigned airway and level in accordance with standard ICAO procedures located
in ICAO 4444 15.2.
3. Deviation from Airways
3.1. ACFT deviating from the low and high airways without ATC clearance will enter Class
G airspace and may infringe military restricted areas and/or ACM. ACFT who deviate
from airways without clearance may be subjected to fighter interception, ICAO
sanctions, and denial of future over-flights.

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AFGHANISTAN

AIP ENR 1.71
ENR 1.7 ALTIMETER SETTING PROCEDURES

1. Standard Altimeter Pressure Setting
1.1. The altimeter pressure setting to be used for flight within the Kabul FIR is the
standard altimeter pressure setting of 29.92 inches or 1013 HPA for flight above the
transition altitude.
1.1.1. Due to the lack of meteorological reporting stations outside large urban areas in
Afghanistan, aircrew may experience difficulties in obtaining accurate regional
altimeter pressure setting. ACFT operating within Class G airspace below the
Transition Layer and above 3500ft AGL (military coordination altitude) shall, in the first
instance, utilize the most accurate Regional Pressure Setting (RPS) available from
the controlling TAC C2 or ATC agency. In the event of no RPS being available
aircrew may elect to utilize the standard altimeter pressure setting of 29.92 inches or
1013 HPA.
1.1.2. For flight at or below the Transition Altitude within controlled air space, local altimeter
setting is to be used.
1.2. Transition Altitude. The transition altitude for Kabul FIR is 14000ft AMSL. Vertical
positioning of ACFT at or below the transition altitude is expressed in terms of
altitude.
1.3. Transition Layer. The transition layer is the airspace between the transition altitude
and the transition level. While passing through the transition layer, the vertical
position shall be expressed in terms of flight levels when climbing and in terms of
altitudes when descending. ACFT shall not cruise within the transition layer unless
coordinated with ATC or TAC C2.
1.4. Transition Level. The transition level for Kabul FIR is established at FL160. Levels
at or above the transition level are expressed in terms of flight levels.
1.5. Within controlled airspace, when assigning first descent from a flight level to an
altitude, ATC shall assign the appropriate altimeter setting for that airspace or the
arrival AD.
2. Flight Levels
2.1. Use of any flight level other than assigned is not authorized unless for an emergency.
2.2. Selected flight levels shall be compatible with Appendix 3 of Annex 2 to the
Convention on International Civil Aviation, Table of Cruising Levels.
2.3. VFR ACFT will fly in accordance with the VFR portion of the Table of Cruising Levels
in Appendix 3 of ICAO Annex 2 (also referred to as Semi-Circular Cruising Levels/0-
179 degrees’ odd flight levels, 180-359 degrees even flight levels). There is currently
no level restriction for Military VFR operations above FL290 in Class G airspace.
However, VFR Hemispherical levels are not to be used within RVSM airspace.
2.4. CAUTION: Afghanistan is mountainous terrain with peaks over 22000ft AMSL. Pilots
are advised of high terrain in the vicinity of air route. Examples include but are not
limited to:
V338 (SAKUX-TAPIS): 16 580ft peak 343800N 0673700E (north edge of airway)
A453 (TAPIS-PAROD): 14 800ft peak 332600N 0675300E
M920 (SUDIT – DOSHI): 16 440ft peak 352100N 0684700E
2.5. Altitude changes for IFR ACFT are provided by air traffic control within the Kabul FIR
once established on an airway in the Kabul ACC High Enroute Structure.
2.6. ACFT entering the Turkmenabad FIR are to fly at even 2000ft levels above FL200
(FL220, FL240, etc.) in accordance with the Table of Cruising Levels. Only IFR ACFT

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will enter the Turkmenabad FIR at FL200 and above. No VFR ACFT will be permitted
to fly into Turkmenabad FIR at FL200 and above.

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ENR 1.8 REGIONAL SUPPLEMENTARY PROCEDURES

1. Regional Supplementary Procedures applicable to the Kabul FIR are contained within
ICAO Doc 7030, Middle East/Asia section. Relevant topics such as RNP and RVSM
application have been incorporated throughout the AIP.

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ENR 1.9 AIR TRAFFIC FLOW MANAGEMENT (ATFM)
1. ATFM PROCEDURES OVER BAY OF BENGAL, SOUTH ASIA AND PAKISTAN

THROUGH KABUL FIR
1.1 Provision of ATFM Services for Flights Transiting Kabul FIR (BOBCAT ATFM)
1.1.1 As one of the ATFM services provided, Bangkok Air Traffic Flow Management Unit
(Bangkok ATFMU) provides ATFM service for flights intending to transit Kabul FIR
between 2000 UTC and 2359 UTC daily. The service provided includes calculation,
promulgation, and management of mandatory Calculated Take-Off Time (CTOT) and
flight level, ATS route, and Calculated Time-Over (CTO) at entry waypoint for entry
into Kabul FIR for each affected flight.
1.1.2 Air Navigation Service Providers (ANSPs) retain responsibility for the tactical
management of flights that are subjected to this ATFM measure. In discharging
tactical responsibilities, ANSPs will manage non-ATFM compliant flights using
delayed pushback and start clearances, non-preferred routes and/or flight levels,
enroute holding and/or diversion around Kabul FIR.
1.1.3 Bangkok ATFMU utilizes the automated, web-based Bay of Bengal Cooperative
ATFM System (BOBCAT) in meeting its Kabul FIR ATFM responsibilities. These
responsibilities will be managed in coordination with aircraft operators and ANSPs in
the FIRs concerned.
1.1.4 The following subsection 1.2 of this section describes in greater detail the procedures
involved in this ATFM service. The objectives of this service are to:
 Reduce ground and enroute delays;
 Maximize capacity and optimize air traffic flow through Kabul FIR;
 Provide an informed choice of routing and flight level selection;
 Alleviate unplanned in-flight re-routing and technical stops; and
 Assist regional ANSPs in planning for and managing workload in handling
increased air traffic flow through Kabul FIR.
1.2 BOBCAT ATFM-Affected ATS Routes, Flight Levels, and Applicable Period
1.2.1 All westbound flights intending to enter the Kabul FIR between 2000 UTC and 2359
UTC daily on ATS routes and Flight Levels in Table 1 shall comply with the BOBCAT
ATFM procedures contained herein. This includes a mandatory requirement for all
flights to obtain a specific ATFM slot allocation – CTOT, CTO at Kabul FIR entry
waypoint, allocated flight level, and allocated ATS route – from the Bangkok ATFMU
for entry into Kabul FIR during the period above mentioned.

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Table 1: ATS Route and Flight Levels Requiring ATFM Slot Allocation
Routing
Metering
through the Flight Level
Waypoint(s)
Kabul FIR
L509-M875 LAJAK FL300, FL320, FL340, FL360, FL380, FL400
M875 SITAX FL280
FL280, FL300, FL320, FL340, FL360, FL380,
N644 DOBAT
FL400
FL280, FL300, FL320, FL340, FL360, FL380,
L750 BIROS
FL400
P628 ASLUM FL320, FL340, FL360, FL380, FL400
N636-P628 SERKA FL280, FL300
1.2.2 Flights that plan to enter Kabul FIR without an ATFM slot allocation – CTOT, CTO at
Kabul FIR entry waypoint, allocated flight level, and allocated ATS route – will be
accommodated only after flights with slots have been processed. Such flights should
expect delayed pushback and start clearances, non-preferred routes and/or flight
levels, enroute holding and/or diversion around Kabul FIR.
1.2.3 In order to ensure availability of slots for westbound departures from designated
airports in northern India and Pakistan, departures from these airports are given
priority for FL280 in the slot allocation. This does not preclude these flights from
requesting higher flight levels with initial slot request
1.3 Flights Exempted from BOBCAT ATFM
1.3.1 The following flights are exempted from the BOBCAT ATFM procedures:
 Flights experiencing an emergency, including aircraft subjected to unlawful
interference;
 Flights on search and rescue or firefighting missions;
 Urgent medical evacuation flights or humanitarian flights specifically declared
by State medical authorities that flight delays would put the life of patients
aboard at risk; and
 Flights with “Head of State” status.
Note: After medical flights have completed their mission, they should be subject to
ATFM measures. Scheduled passenger transfer flights are, by their nature,
non-urgent and should not be given priority under the normal operational
situation.
1.3.2 Flights exempted from ATFM procedure shall indicate the exemption in their flight
plan (Field 18 – ATFM EXMP)
1.3.3 AIS Centers, Aerodrome Aeronautical Information Services Units or Base Operations
shall forward the flight plan information to the Bangkok ATFMU at AFTN address
VTBBZDZX

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1.4 Mandatory CTOT and Kabul FIR Slot Allocation
1.4.1 Affected flights shall obtain the mandatory Kabul FIR slot allocation – CTOT, CTO at
Kabul FIR entry waypoint, and allocated flight level and ATS route – from the
BOBCAT system. The Kabul FIR slot allocation will enable ANSPs to tactically
control westbound flights transiting the Kabul FIR at specified times by assigning
minimum spacing requirements at established gateway waypoints in the vicinity of the
eastern boundary of the Kabul FIR.
1.4.2 The application, calculation, and distribution of CTOT and associated Kabul FIR entry
waypoint slot allocations will be managed via internet access to the BOBCAT system
in accordance with the BOBCAT ATFM operation procedure in section 1.5
1.5 BOBCAT ATFM Operating Procedures
1.5.1 All affected flights are required to submit slot requests to the BOBCAT system by
logging into https://www.bobcat.aero between 0001 and 1200 UTC on the day of flight
and completing the electronic templates provided.
1.5.2 Affected operators who do not have dedicated BOBCAT username / password access
should complete the attached application form in Appendix A and fax the form to the
ATFMU as soon as possible.
1.5.3 Appendix A form available at Afghanistan Civil aviation web page :

http://acaa.gov.af/en/page/civil-aviation-authority/atm-aip---important-information
1.5.4 Slot Allocation Process
1.5.4.1 The slot allocation is divided into 3 phases, namely; the slot request submission, initial
slot allocation, and slot distribution to aircraft operators and ANSPs.
1.5.5 Slot Request Submission
1.5.5.1 Slot requests including preferred ATS route, flight level, and Maximum Acceptable
Delay (MAD) should be lodged between 0001 UTC and 1200 UTC on the day of the
flight. Slot requests may subsequently be amended prior to the cut-off time of
1200UTC. Aircraft operators are encouraged to submit additional slot request options
in case their first choice is not available. This may include variations to ATS route,
flight level, and MAD.
1.5.5.2 Slot requests shall be for flight parameters that can be met by the flight. For example,
flights requesting a slot at FL390 must be able to transit Kabul FIR at FL390. Flight
subsequently unable to meet slot parameters (flight level, ATS route, or CTO at entry
waypoint) should expect non-preferred routes and/or flight levels, enroute holding
and/or diversion around Kabul FIR.
1.5.5.3 As BOBCAT will allocate FL280 on a priority basis to facilitate departures from
northern India and Pakistan underneath over-flying traffic, flights departing these
airports are encouraged to include FL280 as at least one slot request preference.

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1.5.5.4 Flights that were not allocated a slot in the initial slot allocation are not satisfied with
the allocated slot or did not submit a slot request should select slots from the listing of
remaining unallocated slots available immediately after slot distribution has been
completed.
1.5.6 Slot Allocation and Distribution
1.5.6.1 Slot allocation will commence at the cut-off time of 1200 UTC. BOBCAT will process
and generate the slot allocation based on the information submitted in the slot
requests. Notification of slot allocation will be made not later than 1230UTC via the
ATFMU website. Alternative arrangements for notification of slot distribution (e.g.
Fax, Telephone, and E-mail) should be coordinated with the ATFMU.
1.5.6.2 After the slot allocation has been published at https://www.bobcat.aero, aircraft
operators can:
(a) Use the slot allocation result for ATS flight planning purposes,
(b) Cancel the allocated slot and/or,
(c) Change slot allocation to another available slot in the published list of
unallocated slots.
1.5.6.3 ATS Units involved (e.g. Area Control Center, Aerodrome Control at the departure
airports, AIS Centers, Aerodrome Aeronautical Information Services Units and Base
Operations) can also view the slot allocation results at https://www.bobcat.aero
1.5.7 Submission of ATS Flight Plan
1.5.7.1 Once aircraft operators are in receipt of the slot allocation, they shall submit the ATS
flight plan using the time, ATS route and flight level parameters of the BOBCAT
allocated slot.
1.5.7.2 In addition to normal AFTN addresses, operators should also address flight plan
(FPL) and related ATS messages (e.g. DLA, CNL, CHG) to the ATFMU via AFTN
address VTBBZDZX for all flights that have submitted a slot request.
1.6 Aircraft Operator / Pilot-in-Command and ANSP Responsibilities
Aircraft Operator / Pilot-in-Command
1.6.1 In accordance with ICAO PANS ATM provisions, it is the responsibility of the Pilot-in-
Command (PIC) and the aircraft operator to ensure that the aircraft is ready to taxi in
time to meet any required departure time. PIC shall be kept informed by their
operators of the CTOT, CTO at Kabul FIR entry waypoint, and flight parameters
(route, flight level) allocated by BOBCAT.
1.6.2 The PIC, in collaboration with ATC, shall arrange take-off as close as possible to
CTOT in order to meet the allocated CTO at Kabul FIR entry waypoint.
ANSPs
1.6.3 In accordance with ICAO PANS ATM provisions, flights with an ATFM slot allocation
should be given priority for take-off to facilitate compliance with CTOT.

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1.6.4 CTOT shall be included as part of the initial ATC clearance. In collaboration with the
PIC, Aerodrome Control shall ensure that every opportunity and assistance is granted
to a flight to meet CTOT and allocated CTO at Kabul FIR entry waypoint.
1.7 Coordination Procedure between Aircraft Operator / Pilot-in-Command, ANSPs,

and Bangkok ATFMU to be applied within Bangkok FIR
1.7.1 Bangkok ATFMU (VTBBZDZX) shall be included in the list of AFTN addresses for
NOTAMs regarding any planned activities that may affect slot availability (e.g.
reservation of airspace / closure of airspace, non-availability of routes, etc.).
1.7.2 Bangkok ATFMU (VTBBZDZX) shall be included in the list of AFTN addresses for
ATS messages (e.g. FPL, DEP, DLA, CHG, CNL) relating to flights subject to ATFM
procedures.
1.7.3 Prior to departure and before obtaining an ATC Clearance, in circumstances where it
becomes obvious that the allocated Kabul FIR slot parameters will not be met, a new
slot allocation should be obtained as soon as possible. To avoid frequency
congestion, this should be obtained primarily via aircraft operators / flight dispatchers.
Ground Control or Clearance Delivery may be asked to assist in the coordination with
Bangkok ATFMU as an alternative. Early advice that the allocated Kabul FIR slot
parameters will be missed also enables the slots so vacated to be efficiently
reassigned to other flights.
1.7.4 The PIC shall include the CTOT in the initial ATC clearance request.
1.7.5 A missed slot results in a considerable increase in coordination workload for ATC/PIC
and should be avoided. To minimize coordination workload in obtaining a revised slot
allocation, if the flight is still at the gate and an ATC Clearance has been obtained,
PIC shall advice Ground Control of the missed slot and obtains new CTOT as
specified in A.7.3. If it becomes essential, the ATC Clearance may be canceled.
1.7.6 Prior to departure and after the aircraft has left the gate, in the event that the aircraft
is unable to meet the allocated Kabul FIR slot parameters when requested by the
PIC, Aerodrome Control shall assist the PIC in coordination with Bangkok ACC and
ATFMU for a revised slot allocation.
1.7.7 PIC shall adjust cruise flight to comply with slot parameters at the Kabul FIR entry
waypoint, requesting appropriate ATC clearances including speed variations in
accordance with published AIP requirements.
1.8 BOBCAT ATFM Operations for Departing Aircraft from Suvarnabhumi Airport
(VTBS)
1.8.1 To increase the effectiveness for departing aircraft from VTBS during the BOBCAT
ATFM period and to ensure priority departure in accordance with CTOT, the following
procedures are required for all BOBCAT ATFM-related flights:

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(a) Before obtaining an ATC Clearance, ensure the flight is ready at least 25
minutes prior to the allocated CTOT (the additional 5-minute buffer to CTOT
should not be taken into account under this provision);
(b) Radio communication with Suvarnabhumi Ground Control shall be established
within 5 minutes of enroute ATC clearance being received;
(c) Flights that do not adhere to the procedures mentioned in (a) and (b) will be
considered not-ready and may result in the withdrawal of ATC Clearance as
well as CTOT;
(d) Notwithstanding the above, there may be some occasions where, due to the
location of the aircraft's parking bay, the aircraft could take less time to taxi
than the Standard Taxi Time (STT) used by the BOBCAT system. In these
cases, ATC may delay push-back and start-up procedures in order for the
aircraft to have a smooth transition to the holding point.
1.9 Basic Computer Requirement

1.9.1 Aircraft Operators and ATS units involved are required to have computer equipment
capable of connecting to the BOBCAT website https://www.bobcat.aero via the
internet and satisfying the following minimum technical requirements:
(a) A personal computer of any operating system with the following

characteristics:
 Processor: minimum CPU clock speed of 150 MHz

 Operating System: Any that operates one of the following web browsers -
Windows 2000/XP, Linux, Unix or Mac OS
 Web Browser: Internet Explorer 5.5 or newer, Mozilla 1.0 or newer, Mozilla
Firefox 1.0 or newer, Netscape 7 or newer
 RAM: 64 MB or large (depending on operating system)
 Hard Disk Space: minimum of 500 MB or larger (depending on operating
system)
 Monitor Display Resolution: Minimum of 800x600 pixels
 Internet Connection: 56 Kbps Modem or faster
1.10 ATFM Users Handbook
1.10.1 Supporting documentation, including detailed information in respect of the BOBCAT

ATFM operations described above and other pertinent information has been included
in the Bay of Bengal and South Asia ATFM Handbook (the "ATFM Users Handbook"),
available at https://www.bobcat.aero.
1.10.2 ANSPs and aircraft operators shall ensure that they are conversant with and able to
apply the relevant procedures described in the ATFM Users Handbook
1.11 Contingency Procedures
1.11.1 In the event that an aircraft operator or ATS unit is unable to access the ATFMU
website, Bangkok ATFMU shall be contacted via the alternative means (telephone,
fax, AFTN) described in 1.12.

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1.11.2 Contingency procedures for submission of slot request, including activation of

Contingency Slot Request Templates (CSRT), are included in the ATFM Users
Handbook.
1.11.3 In the event of BOBCAT system failure, Bangkok ATFMU shall notify all parties
concerned and advise that BOBCAT ATFM slot allocation procedures be suspended.
In this event, all parties concerned will revert to the existing ATM procedures as
applicable outside the daily period of ATFM metering.
1.12 BOBCAT ATFM System Fault Reporting
1.12.1 An ATFM system fault is defined as a significant occurrence affecting an ATS unit, an
aircraft operator or ATFMU resulting from the application of ATFM procedures.
1.12.2 Aircraft operators and ATS units involved in Bangkok FIR, experiencing an ATFM
system fault, should complete an ATFM System Fault Report Form from the ATFM
Users Handbook (see Appendix B) and forward it to the ATFMU at the address
indicated on the form. The ATFMU will analyze all reports, make
recommendations/suggestions as appropriate and provide feedback to the parties
concerned to enable remedial action.
1.12.3 Appendix B form available at Afghanistan Civil aviation web page :

1.13 Bangkok ATFMU Contact Information
1.13.1 Bangkok ATFMU is staffed 24 hours and may be contacted via the following:
 Unit Name: Bangkok ATFMU

 Telephone: +66 2287 8024, +66 2287 8025
 Fax: +66 2287 8027
 Tel / Fax: +66 2287 8026
 Mobile +66 81 829 5256
 E-Mail: atfmu@bobcat.aero
 AFTN: VTBBZDZX
2. PPR – General
2.1. The following Airfields require PPRs:
Bagram (OAIX)
Dwyer (OADY)
Herat (OAHR)
Jalalabad (OAJL)
Kabul (OAKB)
Kandahar (OAKN)
Mazar-e-Sharif (OAMS)
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2.2. For civilian ACFT an approved PPR (if required), in conjunction with ACAA approval
and the submission of a flight plan, constitutes authorization to enter the Kabul FIR
and fly to the requested airport.
2.3. PPR times are not ATC flow times. They are based on ground handling capability
only. Issuance of a PPR does not encompass any ACFT servicing, ground handling,
or other aircrew requirements, nor does it imply air traffic control separation, weather
conditions or threat assessment. A PPR is valid for ±30 minutes from scheduled time.
All flights shall have sufficient fuel and maintenance support to meet their scheduled
arrival and departure times and be prepared for minimum ground times. Aircrews
need to consider adequate fuel for potential ground/air delays due to unforeseen
events.
3. PPR Requests
3.1. Military and Civilian ACFT Supporting NATO. Obtain PPRs by submitting a
Movement Request Form (MRF) to the Resolute Support Strategic Flight
Coordination Center (RSFCC) via respective National Representative (NRs) or
National Airflow Authorities (NAAs). MRFs and instructions may be obtained from:
https://isfcc.ncia.nato.int/Pages/Documents.aspx and reference
3.2. COALITION MILITARY USERS
Coalition military customers must contact their respective liaison officers (LNOs) at
the Combined Air Operation Center (CAOC). Coalition military customers for
countries that do not have an active LNO contact the Coalition Coordination Center
Air operation Cell at CENTCOM headquarters. For time critical information after hours
and on weekends, contact you respective CENTCOM LNO. Leave name number or
Email address and an Air Operation Officer will call back.
3.3. CCC Air Operation Contact
CENTCOM CAOC Air Mobility Division (AMD)
DSN: 318-436-4141
VOSIP: 308-436-3057
Unclassified email: mu_amdalctc130pln@afcent.af.mil
All ISAF users shall contact ISFCC, Eindhoven.
3.4. Civilian ACFT. PPR request forms may be obtained from:

2.5 Military Theater-Based and US Military Aircraft Not Supporting HQ RS: Obtain
PPRs through a respective C2 organization or directly from the airfield – ACAA
website link above has PPRs for each airfield. If unable to coordinate via C2 or airfield
directly, any transport aircraft may coordinate PPRs through ISFCC.
3.5. PPR Requests for Bagram: All operators using an AMC mission number and
managed by the USAF 618/TACC will receive their PPR in the course of flight
management via TACC dispatchers. All operators not using an AMC mission number
should refer to paragraph 3.1 above.

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3.6. Refer questions to the following respective agencies:

RSFCC Eindhoven OPS
Unclassified e-mail: amcceindhoven1@abeheh.nl
NATO Classified e-mail: AMCCOPS@amcc.nato.int
Website: https://isfcc.ncia.nato.int
Commercial Phone: +31 40 289 8908/8909
Facsimile: +31 40 289 8930
DSN: 314-452-2022/7009
CENTCOM CAOC Air Mobility Division (AMD)
DSN: 318-436-4141
VOSIP: 308-436-3057
Unclassified e-mail: mu_amdalctc130pln@afcent.af.mil

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AIP ENR 1.101
ENR 1.10 FLIGHT PLANNING

1. General
1.1. All civil flights authorized to operate in the Kabul FIR must file an ICAO flight plan in
accordance with ICAO Rules of the Air Annex 2, if possible.
1.2. ICAO flight plans are unavailable; all ACFT must file a flight plan including at least the
following:
a. Call sign
b. Type
c. Departure point
d. Destination
e. Altitude
f. Route of Flight
g. Estimated time of arrival
1.3. If unable to file a flight plan at the departing point, aircrews are required to depart VFR
and contact Kabul ACC as soon as possible to file in the air for airports within the
Kabul FIR.
1.4. All civil and military aircrafts arriving and departing or alternate aerodrome as Kabul
International Airport (Hamid Karzai International airport) is mandatory to submit ICAO
flight plan (except QRF, SAR, and MEDEVAC).
2. Procedures applicable to Operators/Pilots
2.1. The levels at which a flight is to be conducted shall be specified in a flight plan as
follows:
a. In terms of “flight levels” if the flight is to be conducted at or above the
transition level, and
b. In terms of “altitude” if the flight is to be conducted in the vicinity of an
aerodrome at or below the transition altitude.
2.2. Flight levels and altitudes selected for a flight shall ensure adequate terrain clearance
along the route to be flown. Flight levels are specified in a flight plan by number and
not in terms of feet or meters as in the case with altitudes. Selected flight levels shall
be compatible with Appendix 3 Annex 2 to the Convention on International Civil
Aviation, Table of Cruising Levels.
2.3. ACFT may enter and exit the Kabul FIR, only via the following points, and must flight
plan accordingly:
Table 1 – Kabul FIR Entry/Exit points
COUNTRY(TO/ REPORTING LAT/LONG AIRWAY LEVEL

FROM) POINT
Pakistan GADER 294100N0612800E G206 10200ft– FL290

* FL280/290
GADER 294100N0612800E A453 7000ft– FL290
available during
2000-2359Z. DAVER 293412N0644048E M375 9 500ft – FL290
SERKA 295100N0661501E V390 10 900ft– FL290

11 200ft – FL290

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COUNTRY(TO/ REPORTING LAT/LONG AIRWAY LEVEL

FROM) POINT
RIMPA 312600N0673600E G202 12000ft – FL290
LAJAK 335559N0702959E M696 FL160 – FL290

L509 FL300– FL430
IMTIL 340559N0710859E A455 12000ft – FL290
DUGIN 353659N0713058E G206 FL210 – FL350*

*FL290 MAL inbound
SERKA 295100N0661501E N636**/UL333* FL300– FL490
ASLUM 310112N0663712E P628 FL300 – FL490
BIROS 314000N0690000E L750* FL300 – FL430
DOBAT 325200N0692600E N644* FL300– FL430
SITAX 330500N0700259E M875 FL300 – FL490

(See M875 (Between 2000Z-2359Z
comment) FL280-FL290 only AVBL)
LAJAK 335559N0702959E M881/L509* FL300 – FL490
MOTMO 362759N0713758E P500* FL300– FL490
Tajikistan PINAX 371500N0690600E V848 FL220 – FL290
EGPAN 382500N0704400E V876 FL190 – FL290
FIRUZ 364012N0713748E P500* FL300 – FL490
EGPAN 382500N0704400E M881 FL300 – FL490
Uzbekistan AMDAR 371230N0672036E A454 FL190 – FL290
AMDAR 371230N0672036E M875 FL300- FL490
Turkmenistan RAPTA 372700N0653800E B442 7 000ft – FL290
LEMOD 361000N0641730E M696/N644* FL180 – FL430
RANAH 353500N0631200E V838/L750* FL160 – FL430
DAVET 365739N0644715E P173 FL300 - FL430

(Between 2000Z – 2359Z:
FL280 and FL320-FL430 )
Iran PAMTU 351006N0610806E V390/P628/N636 9 000ft – FL490
KAMAR 323900N0604400E G202 11 000ft – FL290
SOKAM 331316N0603754E V338/UL333* 11 000ft – FL290

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3. Approval Prior to Flight Plan Submission

3.1. All operators are to contact Airfield Management for prior approval to fly into
destinations within Afghanistan via http://acaa.gov.af/en/page/civil-aviation-
authority/aip---important-information as well as contact the Afghanistan Civil Aviation
Authority (ACAA) for approval to land at any civil airfield.
4. Flight Plan Information
4.1. Operators should use the appropriate flight plan designation specified for the RNP-10
route flown. The letter R should be placed in Block 10 of the Host Nation International
Flight Plan or ICAO International Flight Plan. This indicates that the aircrew has
reviewed the planned route of flight to determine RNP-10 requirements and the ACFT
and operator have been approved by the appropriate approval authority to operate in
areas or on routes where RNP-10 is a requirement for operation.
4.2. During flight planning, the flight aircrew should pay particular attention to conditions
that may affect operations in RNP-10 airspace (or on RNP-10 routes). These include,
but may not be limited to:
a. Verifying the ACFT is approved for RNP-10 operations.
b. Verifying the RNP-10-time limit has been accounted for.
c. Verifying the letter R is annotated in Block 10 (Equipment) Host Nation
International Flight Plan or ICAO International Flight Plan.
d. Verifying the requirements for GPS, such as FDE, if appropriate for the
operation.
e. If required for a specific navigation system, accounting for any operating
restriction related to RNP-10 approval/compliance.

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ENR 1.11 ADDRESSING OF FLIGHT PLAN MESSAGES

1. General
1.1. Flights intending to land in Afghanistan should file a roundtrip flight plan using the
address OAKXZQZX. Flights overflying Afghanistan (transiting Kabul FIR) should
address their flight plan using the addresses OAKXCAHQ and OAKBZPZX.
2. Mazar-e Sharif (OAMS) Requirements
2.1. Flight plans and associated messages of flights with Mazar-e -Sharif Airport (OAMS)
as a destination, departure, or alternate aerodrome must include AFTN addresses
ETCCYFMS and OAMSYAYX in the address list.
3. Kabul (OAKB) Requirements
3.1. All civil and military aircrafts arriving and departing or alternate aerodrome as Kabul
International Airport (Hamid Karzai International airport) is mandatory to submit ICAO
flight plan via AFTN to Kabul ATC Tower, AIS Office, and PIB (OAKBZTZX
OAKBYWYX, OAKBZPZX).
NOTE: AFTN address OAKBYNYX is no longer valid for Kabul FIR flight plan
message. Civil/Commercial aircraft Filling Flight plan to OAKBYNYX address will be
REJECTED.

AIP
AFGHANISTAN

AIP ENR 1.121
ENR 1.12 INTERCEPTION OF CIVIL AIRCRAFT

1. Interception Procedures
1.1. The following procedures and visual signals apply throughout the Kabul FIR in the
event of interception of an ACFT. An ACFT that is intercepted by another ACFT shall
immediately:
a. Follow the instructions given by the intercepting ACFT, interpreting and
responding to visual signals in accordance with the specifications in Appendix
1 of ICAO Annex 2;
b. Notify, if possible the appropriate air traffic services unit;
c. Attempt to establish radio-communication with the intercepting ACFT or with
the appropriate intercept control unit, by making a general call on the
emergency frequency 121.5MHz, giving the identity of the intercepted ACFT
and the nature of the flight; if no contact has been established and if
practicable, repeat this call on the emergency frequency 243.0 MHz;
d. If equipped with SSR transponder, select Mode 3/A Code 7700, unless
otherwise instructed by the appropriate air traffic services unit.
2. Phraseology during Interception
2.1. If radio contact are established during interception, but communication in a common
language is not possible, attempts shall be made to convey instructions,
acknowledgment of instructions and essential information by using the phrases and
pronunciation in the following table, transmitting each phrase twice.
Phrase Pronunciation Meaning
CALLSIGN KOL SA-IN My call sign is (call sign)

WILCO VILL-KO Understood. Will comply
CAN NOT KANN NOTT Unable to comply
REPEAT REE-PEET Repeat your instruction
AM LOST AM LOST Position unknown
MAYDAY MAYDAY I am in distress
HIJACK HI-JACK I have been hijacked
LAND LAAND I request to land at (Place name)
DESCEND DEE-SEND I require descent
2.2. The phrases shown in the table above shall be used by the intercepting ACFT and
transmitted twice in the circumstances described in the preceding paragraph.
2.3. If any instructions received by radio from any source conflicts with those given by the
intercepting ACFT by visual signals and/or by radio, the intercepted ACFT shall
request immediate clarification while continuing to comply with the visual and/or radio
instructions given by the intercepting ACFT.

AIP ENR 1.122
3. Signals for Use in the Event of Interception

3.1. Signals initiated by Intercepting ACFT and responses by Intercepted ACFT:
Series INTERCEPTING Meaning INTERCEPTED Meaning

Aircraft Signals Aircraft Responds
1 DAY or NIGHT - Rocking You have DAY or NIGHT - Understood

ACFT and flashing been Rocking ACFT, flashing will comply
navigational lights at intercepted navigational lights at
irregular intervals (and Follow me. irregular intervals and
landing lights in case of a following.
helicopter) from a position
slightly above and ahead
of, and normally to the left
of, the intercepted ACFT (or
to the right if the intercepted
ACFT is a helicopter) and,
after acknowledgement, a
slow level turn, normally to
the left, (or to the right in
the case of a helicopter) on
the desired heading.
Note 1. Meteorological
conditions or terrain may
require the intercepting
ACFT to reverse the
positions and direction of
turn given above in Series
1.
Note 2.If the intercepted
ACFT is not able to keep
pace with the intercepting
ACFT; the latter is expected
to fly a series of racetrack
patterns and to rock the
ACFT each time it passes
the intercepted ACFT.
2 DAY or NIGHT – An abrupt You may DAY or NIGHT- Rocking Understood

break away maneuver from proceed the ACFT. will comply
the intercepted ACFT
consisting of a climbing turn
of 90 degrees or more
without crossing the line of
flight of the intercepted
ACFT.
3 DAY or NIGHT- Lowering Land at this DAY or NIGHT-Lowering Understood

landing gear (if fitted), aerodrome landing gear (if fitted) will comply
showing steady landing showing steady landing
lights and over flying RWY lights and following the
in use or, if the intercepted intercepting ACFT and if,
ACFT is a helicopter, after overflying the RWY
overflying the helicopter in use or helicopter
landing area. In the case of landing area, landing is
helicopters, the intercepting considered safe.
helicopter makes a landing Proceeding to land.
approach, coming to hover

AIP ENR 1.123
Series INTERCEPTING Meaning INTERCEPTED Meaning

Aircraft Signals Aircraft Responds
near to the landing area.
4 DAY or NIGHT-Raising Aerodrome DAY or NIGHT- If it is Understood

landing gear (if fitted) and you have desired that the follow me
flashing landing lights while designated intercepted ACFT follow
passing over RWY in use or is the intercepting ACFT to
helicopter landing area at a inadequate an alternate aerodrome,
height exceeding 1000 ft. the intercepting ACFT
(300 m) but not exceeding raises its landing gear (if
2 000 ft. (600 m) (in the fitted) and use the
case of a helicopter, at a Series 1 signals
height exceeding 170 ft. (50 prescribed for
m) but not exceeding 330 ft. intercepting ACFT.
(100 m) above the
aerodrome level, and If it is decided to release Understood
continuing to circle RWY in the intercepted ACFT, you might
use or helicopter landing the intercepting ACFT proceed
area. If unable to flash uses the Series 2
landing lights, flash any signals prescribed for
other lights available. intercepting ACFT.
5 DAY or NIGHT – Regular Cannot DAY or NIGHT – Use Understood

switching on and off all Comply Series 2 signals
available lights but in such prescribed for
a manner as to be distinct intercepting ACFT.
from flashing lights.
6 DAY or NIGHT – Irregular In distress DAY or NIGHT- Use Understood

flashing of all available Series 2 signals
lights. prescribed for
intercepting ACFT.

AIP
AFGHANISTAN

AIP ENR 1.131
ENR 1.13 UNLAWFUL INTERFERENCE

1. General
1.1. An ACFT that is being subjected to unlawful interference shall endeavor to notify the
appropriate ATS unit of this fact, any significant circumstances associated therewith
and any deviation from the current flight plan necessitated by the circumstances.
This information enables the ATS unit to give priority to the ACFT and to minimize
conflict with other ACFT.
1.2. The following procedures are intended for use by ACFT when unlawful interference
occurs, and the ACFT is unable to notify an ATS unit of this fact via normal air-ground
voice communications.
2. Procedures
2.1. Unless considerations aboard the ACFT dictate otherwise, the pilot-in-command
should attempt to continue flying on the assigned track and at the assigned cruising
level at least until notification to an ATS unit is possible, or the ACFT is within ATC
Surveillance System coverage.
2.2. When an ACFT subjected to an act of unlawful interference must depart from its
assigned track or its assigned cruising level without being able to make
radiotelephony contact with ATS, the pilot-in-command should, whenever possible:
a. Attempt to broadcast warnings on the VHF emergency frequency and other
appropriate frequencies, unless considerations aboard the ACFT dictate
otherwise. Other equipment such as onboard transponders, data links, etc.
should also be used when it is advantageous to do so, and circumstances permit;
and
b. Proceed in accordance with applicable special procedures for in-flight
contingencies, where such procedures have been established and promulgated in
Doc 7030 – Regional Supplementary Procedures; or
c. If no applicable regional procedures have been established, proceed at a level
that is appropriate for the direction of flight. ACFT cannot operate at levels other
than authorized because RVSM operations will occupy all available flight levels at
and above FL300. Additionally, ACFT has to be at the appropriate altitude for
direction of flight FL290 and below.
2.3. An ACFT equipped with an SSR transponder is expected to operate the transponder
on Mode 3/A Code 7500 to indicate specifically that it is the subject of unlawful
interference. The ACFT may operate the transponder on Mode 3/A Code 7700, to
indicate that it is threatened by grave and imminent danger and/or requires
immediate assistance.
2.4. Action to be taken by SSR-equipped ACFT, which is being subjected to unlawful
interference, is contained in Annex 11, the PANS-ATM (Doc 4444) and the PANS-
OPS (Doc 8168). Action to be taken by CPDLC-equipped ACFT which are being
subjected to unlawful interference is contained in Annex 11, the PANS-ATM (Doc
4444), and guidance material on the subject is contained in the Manual of Air Traffic
Services Data Link Applications (Doc 9694).

AIP
AFGHANISTAN

AIP ENR 1.141
ENR 1.14 AIR TRAFFIC INCIDENTS

The Air Traffic Incident procedures described below are derived from Appendix 4 to ICAO
Doc 4444 Procedures for Air Navigation Services – Air Traffic Management
1. Definition of Air Traffic Incidents
1.1. Air traffic incident. A serious occurrence related to the provision of air traffic
services, such as:
a. Aircraft proximity (AIRPROX),
b. Serious difficulty resulting in a hazard to ACFT caused, for example, by:
(i) Faulty procedures,
(ii) Non-compliance with procedures, or
(iii) Failure of ground facilities.
2. Definitions of Aircraft Proximity (AIRPROX)
2.1. Aircraft proximity (AIRPROX). A situation in which, in the opinion of the pilot or air
traffic services personnel, the distance between ACFT, as well as relative positions
and speed, has been such that the safety of the ACFT involved may have been
compromised. ACFT proximity is classified as follows:
a. Risk of collision. The risk classification of ACFT proximity in which serious risk
of collision has existed.
b. Safety not assured. The risk classification of ACFT proximity in which the
safety of the ACFT may have been compromised.
c. No risk of collision. The risk classification of ACFT proximity in which no risk of
collision has existed.
d. Risk being determined. The risk classification of ACFT proximity in which
insufficient information was available to determine the risk involved or
inconclusive or conflicting evidence precluded such determination.
2.2. AIRPROX The code word used in an Air Traffic Incident Report to designate ACFT
proximity.
3. Designation of Air Traffic Incidents
2.3. Air traffic incidents are designated and identified in reports as follows:
TYPE DESIGNATION
Air Traffic Incident Incident
as 1.1 above AIRPROX (aircraft proximity)
as 1.1 b (i) & (ii) above Procedure
as 1.1.b (iii) above Facility
4. Use of the Air Traffic Incident Report Form
4.1. The Air Traffic Incident Report Form is intended for use:
a. By a pilot filing a report on an air traffic incident after arrival, or for confirming a
report made initially by radio during flight.
Note: The form, if available on board, may also be used in providing a template for
making the initial report in flight.
b. By an ATS unit for recording an Air Traffic Incident Report received by radio,
telephone or teleprinter.

AIP ENR 1.142
Note: The form may be used as a template for the text of a message to be
transmitted over the AFS network.
5. Reporting Procedures (including In-Flight Procedures)
5.1. The following are the procedures to be followed by a pilot who is or has been involved
in an incident:
a. During the flight, use the appropriate air/ground frequency for reporting an
incident of major significance, particularly if it involves other ACFT, to permit
the facts to be ascertained immediately. Inform air traffic control immediately
of intentions to file a report to facilitate a timely investigation.
b. As promptly as possible after landing, submit a completed Air Traffic Incident
Report Form for the following reasons:
(i) Confirming a report of an incident made initially via air/ground
frequency, or for making the initial report on such an incident if it had not
been possible to report it by radio.
(ii) For reporting an incident that did not require immediate notification at
the time of occurrence.
5.2. An initial report made by radio should contain the following information:
a. ACFT identification
b. Type of incident, e.g. AIRPROX
c. The incident details of sections A, F, I, J, K, L, M, N, and O in the form in
section 7 below.
d. The confirmatory report of an incident of major significance initially reported
by radio or the initial report on any other incident should be submitted to each
of the following:
a. ACAA: safety.board@acaa.gov.af
b. AFCENT Safety: afforsafety@afcent.af.mil
c. RS Safety: rshqnacafsobh@hq.isaf.nato.int
e. It is also recommended to mail or hand deliver a hard copy of the Incident
Report Form to:
a. Safety Department
b. Civil Aviation Authority
c. Ansari Watt, Kabul Afghanistan
f. To confirm receipt of the Incident Report Form, call the following POCs:
a. Majeed Keramat : +93(0) 775 641 566
b. Dr. Ahmad Amani : +93(0) 700 233 170
6. Purpose of Reporting and Handling of the Form
6.1. The purpose of the reporting of incidents and their investigation is to promote the
safety of ACFT. The degree of risk involved in an AIRPROX incident should be
determined in the incident investigation and classified as “risk of collision,” “safety not
assured,” “and no risk of collision” or “risk to be determined.”
6.2. The purpose of the form is to provide investigation authorities with as complete
information on an air traffic incident as possible and to enable them to report back,
with the least possible delay to the pilot or operator concerned, the result of the
investigation of the incident and, if appropriate, the remedial action taken.

AIP ENR 1.143
7. Air Traffic Incident Report Form

7.1. The Air Traffic Incident Report form is to be used when submitting or receiving a
report on an incident. The form is available as a standalone document (pdf format) on
the ACAA website: http://acaa.gov.af/en/page/civil-aviation-authority/atm/aip---
important-information
7.2. Shaded boxes contain items to be included in an initial report by radio.

AIP
AFGHANISTAN

AIP ENR 2.11
ENR 2 AIR TRAFFIC SERVICES AIRSPACE

ENR 2.1 FLIGHT INFORMATION REGIONS AND TERMINAL CONTROL AREAS
1. Air Traffic Control Airspace
1.1. The Kabul FIR is comprised of the following airspace classification
Control Freq
Location Class Dimensions
Agency (MHz)
The area within the Islamic
Republic of Afghanistan/Iran,
Multiple.
KABUL FIR Turkmenistan, Uzbekistan, See below See below
See below
Tajikistan, Pakistan, and China
territorial boundary.
Kabul Area See
High Air Routes A See ENR 3.2
Control Center ENR3.2
Kabul Area See
Low Air Routes E See ENR 3.1
Control Center ENR3.1
D
8NM radius centered on ARP 120.1
Bagram Bagram Tower
Surface to 8 000ft AMSL. 325.75
CTR
C 20NM radius centered on
345622N0691547E from
Bagram
344417N0685623E clockwise to
CTA 343919N0692834E and a straight
line back to
344417N 0685623E
Bagram
See ENR 2.1.2 1000ft AGL to FL290*
for a diagram of Excludes Bagram Class D
Kabul/Bagram airspace.
E 50NM radius centered on Bagram 124.8
CTA/TMA.
345622N0691547E from Approach 379.3
Bagram
TMA
343929N0701259E then straight
lines to
343919N0692834E to
344417N0685623E and back to
350023N0681506E
1000ft AGL to FL290*

Excludes Bagram Class C and
Class D airspace.
D
5NM radius centered on ARP –
126.525
Dwyer Dwyer 310531N0640401E Yard bird
343.0
CTR Surface to 3 000ft AGL

AIP ENR 2.12
AFGHANISTAN 27 Apr 17
D 123.350
15NM radius centered on ARP
Herat Herat Tower 126.450
Surface to 8 500ft AMSL
CTR 240.300
Herat
D 30NM radius centered on ARP
Herat 119.150
Herat From 1 000ft AGL up to, but not Approach 386.250
CTA including, FL160

129.7
Jalalabad Jalalabad Surface up to and including 2 500ft JAF Tower
231.0
CTR AGL (4400ft AMSL)
D
6NM radius centered on ARP 120.600
Kabul Kabul Tower
Surface to 9 500ft AMSL 284.275
CTR
125.400
20NM arc centered on
342717N0690913E from
C 344417N0685623E and a straight
132.5
Kabul line back to Kabul Arrival
Hamid Karzai 343919N0692834E 301.950
CTA
International / 1000ft AGL up to and including
Kabul FL180
See ENR Excludes Kabul Class D CTR.
2.1.2 for
diagram of Section 1:
Kabul/Bagram Arc 50NM radius centered on
CTA/TMA. 345622N0691547E from
E
lines to
Kabul 344417N0685623E to
CTA 343919N0692834E and back to
343929N0701259E
1 000ft AGL up to and including
FL180
Excludes Kabul Class C CTA, and
Class D CTR.

AIP ENR 2.13
Section 2:
Arc of a circle 50NM radius
centered on the Kabul ARP from
343929N0701259E to
342115N0701116E. A line from
342115N0701116E to
334422N0692133E. Arc of a circle
50NM radius centered on the
Kabul ARP from
334422N0692133E to
345020N0681524E. An arc of a
circle 50NM centered on
345622N0691547E from
343929N0701259E to
345020N0681524E.
15 000ft AMSL up to and including

FL180.
20NM arc centered on
342717N0690913E from
C
344417N0685623E and a straight
Kabul line back to
TMA 343919N0692834E
Hamid Karzai ABOVE FL180 up to and including

International / FL290
Kabul
Section 1:
Arc 50NM radius centered on
345622N0691547E from
lines to
344417N0685623E to
343919N0692834E Kabul 131.6
and back to Approach 360.6
343929N0701259E
E
ABOVE FL180 up to and including
Kabul FL290
TMA Section2:
343929N0701259E to
342115N0701116E.
A line from
342115N0701116E to
334422N0692133E.
334422N0692133E to
345020N0681524E.

AIP ENR 2.14
An arc of a circle 50NM centered

on 345622N0691547E from
343929N0701259E to
345020N0681524E.
Above FL180 up to and including
FL290
Kandahar 125.5
Kandahar Surface up to, but not including,
Tower 360.2
CTR 6 000ft AMSL.
C
1 000ft AGL up to and including Kandahar 121.1
Kandahar FL200 Departures
Kandahar /Arrivals 286.00
CTA Excludes Kandahar Class D
airspace.
E
2500ft AGL up to and including 124.025
Kandahar
Kandahar FL290*
Approach 355.1
TMA Excludes Kandahar Class C
airspace.
D
Mazar-e- 6NM radius centered on ARP
Mazar Tower 135.350
Sharif Surface to 4000ft AMSL.
CTR
From N364149E0663516 ARC
clockwise with 30NM radius
around N364225E0671234 (ARP)
D to N362227E0664444 then
Mazar-e- proceeding to N361742E0662718 Mazar

121.250
Sharif then N363617E0661805 returning CONTROL
CTA to N364149E0663516.
MAWLANA
JALALUDDIN 1000ft AGL until 15NM. Then
MUHAMMAD 2500ft AGL up to but not including
BALKHI
FL160 excluding OAMS CTR
E
30NM radius circle centered on
Mazar-e
the ARP.
Sharif
FL160 up to and including FL200
TMA 2
N364500E0674949 -
E
N371305E0674713 -
Mazar-e N371656E0673004 -
Sharif N371209E0671745 -
TMA 3 Up to the Border of Afghanistan

Outside 30NM from OAMS

AIP ENR 2.15
2500AGL -FL200
All other airspace Monitor:

CTAF G 125.2
(See ENR 1.2) CTAF
* From 2000Z – 2359Z Bagram Class C, and E, Kabul Class C and E and Kandahar Class E
airspace upper vertical limit drops to FL270 and below, 10NM either side of air routes N636, L750,
N644, M875, and L509 (See ENR 3.2).
2. Diagram of Kabul and Bagram Airspace

AIP ENR 2.16
3. Diagram of Kabul FIR Control Zone and Control Areas
4. Additions or Amendments to Afghanistan Air Traffic Service (ATS) Airspace

4.1. Any requirement to add or amend ATS or SUA within the Kabul FIR is to be submitted
on an Airspace Change Request form, to the ACAA. Sufficient information and time
must be allowed for changes to be created and approved. Changes will normally be
incorporated into the standard AIRAC cycle but can be promulgated via NOTAM.
ACAA is the final approval authority for airspace additions or amendments.
4.2. The airspace change request (ACR) form is available at
http://acaa.gov.af/en/page/civil-aviation-authority/aip---important-information

AIP ENR 3.11
ENR 3 ATS ROUTES

ENR 3.1 LOWER ATS ROUTES
1. Low Air Route Structure
1.1. The Low Air Route structure comprises air routes as per ENR 3.1.6. These Air
Routes are 20NM wide, 10NM either side of the designated track, from FL160 up to
and including FL290. Any deviation from the civil air routes and flight levels may
cause traffic conflicts with ongoing military operations. Failure to comply with these
procedures may result in interception by armed coalition fighter ACFT.
1.2. When entering the Low Altitude Structure at or below FL290 from the North between
LEMOD Waypoint on M696 clockwise to LAJAK Waypoint on M696, ACFT shall
contact Kabul ACC on 118.3 VHF or 242.6 UHF. When entering Kabul ACC at or
below FL290 from the South between RIMPA Waypoint on G202 clockwise to
KAMAR Waypoint on G202, ACFT shall contact Kabul ACC on 120.9 VHF or 361.0
UHF. When entering Kabul ACC (FIR) at or below FL290 from the West between
PAMTU Waypoint on V390 clockwise to RANAH Waypoint on V838, ACFT shall
contact Kabul ACC on 121.725.
1.3. All ACFT in contact with ATC, both IFR and VFR, must remain on the assigned ATC
frequency until issued a frequency change. All ACFT shall advise ATC if a frequency
change to another agency is needed.
1.4. ACFT unable to establish two-way communications with the Kabul ACC shall monitor
125.2MHz while on an Air Route. ACFT shall broadcast position reports in the blind
on 125.2MHz until two-way communications with KACC is established.
1.5. All air routes are identified by latitude and longitude references and utilize modified
RNP-10 requirements. ACFT must be capable of maintaining RNP-10 without
reliance on ground based navigation aid updates in the Kabul FIR.
1.6. HEAVY wake turbulence category ACFT (MTOW greater than 136000 Kg) shall
operate IFR when transiting via Class E Air Routes.
1.7. Short notice artillery fire by Coalition or AFG Forces may close portions of airways
M875, N644, and A453 in the vicinity of Salerno (332204N 0695745E). ACFT in
contact with Kabul ACC will be rerouted to avoid artillery areas when active. VFR
ACFT not in contact with Kabul ACC should monitor guard frequency 121.5 or 243.0
while in the vicinity of Salerno. Obtain artillery fire warning broadcasts, or contact
Kabul ACC for additional information.
1.8. The Low Air Routes with applicable Minimum Obstacle Clearance Altitude (MOCA)
and Minimum Radio Reception Altitude (MRA) are listed in the table below.
2. ATS Route planning restrictions
2.1. Due to military activities, a number of long-term temporary restrictions apply to the
Lower ATS Air Routes. See also the ‘Airspace Control Measures Republic of
Afghanistan’ publication available on the ACAA website
http://acaa.gov.af/en/page/civil-aviation-authority/aip---important-information.
2.2. A453 is not available below FL260 between KUNAN and NOLEX.
2.3. From 2000-2359z Kabul Class E ATS routes maximum assignable altitude FL270.

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Table 1 – Low Air Routes (Strike through text indicates route closure between points)
Upper Limit Direction of

Cruising
Lower Limit Levels
Route Designator
or Remarks
(RNP type)
Track Minimum Altitude Lateral Controlling Unit
Name of Significant (MAG)/
Points  Airspace Limits Frequency (MHz)/Channel
Coordinates Dist. Classification (NM) Odd Even († When directed by ATC)
1 2 3 4 5 6
A453 For continuation, see AIP
Pakistan
(RNP 10)
 GADER (FIR BDRY)

294100N 0612800E 061°/241° 20
98NM
 OGOGO
302457N 0630904E 061°/241° Cautions:
41NM
GADER-DUDEG MOCAs:
 VACUK
304244N 0635119E 064°/244°
FL290 DUDEG to PATOX 16 300ft
65NM
 LOVIT FL160 PATOX to RAMSO 16 500ft
310904N 0650026E 064°/244°
50NM RAMSO to LAJAK 16 900ft
 PAROD
312900N 0655400E 044°/224° MRAs:
50NM
 KUNAN DUDEG-TAPIS KUNAN to DUDEG 17 000ft
320334N 0663627E 043°/233°
61NM FL290 DUDEG to PATOX is 23 000ft
 DUDEG FL170 PATOX to NOLEX is 17 000ft
324630N 0672700E 044°/224°
67NM NOLEX to RAMSO is 16 500ft
 PATOX
333254N 0682512E 030°/210° TAPIS-RAMSO RAMSO to LAJAK is 25 000ft
23NM
 NOLEX FL290
335204N 0683936E 029°/209°
46NM FL160
 TAPIS
343100N 0690900E 092°/272°
53NM RAMSO-LAJAK TAPIS-LAJAK UNUSABLE
 PEGTO UNTIL FURTHER NOTICE
342650N 0701240E 092°/272° FL 290
13NM
 RAMSO FL 250
342548N 0702830E 175°/355°
30NM
 LAJAK (FIR BDRY)
Class E
335559N 0702959E
For continuation, see AIP

Pakistan
A454 For continuation, see AIP

Uzbekistan
(RNP 10)
 AMDAR (FIR BDRY)

371230N 0672036E 148°/328° 20
34NM Cautions:
 KHOLM
364300N 0674100E 148°/328° MOCA:
76NM FL 290 AMDAR to TAPIS 18 400f
 DOSHI
353600N 0682630E 148°/328° FL 190 MRA:
74NM
 TAPIS AMDAR to KHOLM 18 400ft
343100N 0690900E
Class E KHOLM to DOSHI 32 000ft
DOSHI to TAPIS 29 000ft

AIP ENR 3.13

Cruising
Lower Limit Levels
Route Designator
or Remarks
(RNP type)
1 2 3 4 5 6
A455
(RNP 10) Caution:
MRA:
 RAMSO
342548N 0702830E 118°/298° 20 RAMSO to IMTIL 25 000ft
39NM FL 290 A455 UNUSABLE UNTIL
 IMTIL (FIR BDRY)
FL 160 FURTHER NOTICE
340559N 0710859E
Class E For continuation, see AIP

Pakistan
B442 For continuation, see AIP

Turkmenistan
(RNP 10)
 RAPTA (FIR BDRY)

372700N 0653800E 145°/325° 20
70NM Cautions:
FL 290
 UKMUS
362700N 0662248E 150°/330° MOCA:
81NM FL 160
UKMUS to SERGO 15 000ft
 SERGO
351429N 0670718E MRA:
Class E
Unknown
G202 For continuation, see AIP Iran

(RNP 10)
 KAMAR (FIR BDRY)

323900N 0604400E 100°/280° 20
74NM
Cautions:
 FARAH
322200N 0620930E 097°/277°
MRAs:
64NM
 DILAM KAMAR to DILAM 26 000ft
321030N 0632400E 105°/285°
16NM DILAM to DOLAN 21 000ft
 MIKED
320537N 0634213E 105°/285°
51NM
 DOLAN
315030N 0643900E 106°/286° FL 290
18NM
 NABID FL 160
314452N 0645827E 106°/286°
50NM KAMAR-PAROD UNUSABLE
 PAROD Class E UNTIL FURTHER NOTICE
312900N 0655400E 091°/271°
50NM
 VUSIP
312556N 0665220E 088°/268°
37NM
 RIMPA (FIR BDRY)
312600N 0673600E For continuation, see AIP
Pakistan

AIP ENR 3.14

Cruising
Lower Limit Levels
Route Designator
or Remarks
(RNP type)
1 2 3 4 5 6
G206 For continuation, see AIP
Pakistan
(RNP 10)
 GADER (FIR BDRY)

294100N 0612800E 031°/211° 20
83NM
 ORPUD
305038N 0622111E 031°/211° Caution:
46NM
MOCA:
 NABKA
312900N 0625107E 032°/212°
DILAM to RIKAD 14 700ft
50NM
GADER-RIKAD RIKAD to TAPIS 17 900ft
 DILAM
321030N 0632400 061°/241°
FL 290 TAPIS to SURVI 16 500
 SELPI 46.1NM
323132N 0641233E FL 160 SURVI to DUGIN 20 100ft
061°/241°
13NM MRA:
 BURTA
323730N 0642630E 061°/241° RIKAD-TAPIS NABKA to BURTA 21 000ft
113NM
 RIKAD FL290 BURTA to RIKAD 20 000ft
332742N 0662730E 062°/242°
73NM FL180 RIKAD to NEVIV 27 000ft
 NEVIV
335848N 0674700E 062°/242° NEVIV to SIBLO 23 000ft
29NM TAPIS-SURVI SIBLO to TAPIS 18 000ft
 SIBLO
341132N 0681840E 062°/242° FL290 TAPIS to IMAGES 16 500ft
46NM
 TAPIS FL170 IMAGES to SURVI 21 000ft
343100N 0690900E 058°/238°
57NM SURVI to DUGIN 29 000ft
 IMGES SURVI-DUGIN
345902N 0700909E 059°/239°
15NM FL290
 SURVI TAPIS-IMGES CLOSED BELOW
350606N 0702512E 057°/238° FL210 FL270
62NM
 DUGIN (FIR BDRY)
353659N 0713058E IMGES-DUGIN UNUSABLE
Class E
UNTIL FURTHER NOTICE

Pakistan
M375 For continuation, see AIP

Pakistan
(RNP 10)
 DAVER (FIR BDRY)

293412N 0644048E 028°/208° 20
46NM DAVER-RIKAD
 EMERO FL 290
301424N 0650619E 027°/207° Cautions:
35NM FL 160 MOCAs:
 ULOSA
304509N 0652547E 027°/207° RIKAD-SERGO PAROD to RIKAD 15 400ft
50NM
 PAROD FL290 RIKAD to SERGO 16 900ft
312900N 0655400E 011°/191°
50NM FL170 MRAs:
 DARUS PAROD to DARUS 15 400ft
011°/191°

AIP ENR 3.15
AFGHANISTAN 15 Sep 16

Cruising
Lower Limit Levels
Route Designator
or Remarks
(RNP type)
1 2 3 4 5 6
321744N 0660737E 72NM
 RIKAD SERGO-KHOLM DARUS to VUVEN 20 000ft
332742N 0662730E 017°/197°
69NM RIKAD to KHOLM Unknown
 VUVEN FL290
343230N 0665530E 010°/190°
43NM FL160
 SERGO 014°/194°
351429N 0670718E 64NM
 BOTAN Class E
361610N 0673040E 014°/194°
28NM
 KHOLM
364300N 0674100E
Turkmenistan
(RNP 10)
 LEMOD (FIR BDRY)

361000N 0641730E 118°/298° 20
27NM Cautions:
 SADAM
355530N 0644612E 106°/286° MOCAs:
122NM
LEMOD to TAPIS 17 500ft
 SERGO
351429N 0670718E 110°/290°
TAPIS to LAJAK 17 300ft
61NM FL 290
 VUSAR MRAs:
345022N 0681528E 111°/291° FL 180
48NM LEMOD to SADAM 26 000ft
 TAPIS
343100N 0690900E 114°/294° SADAM to VUSAR Unknown
44NM Class E
 GIDOG VUSAR to TAPIS 18 000ft
341035N 0695647E 115°/295°
31NM TAPIS to GIDOG 17 300ft
 LAJAK (FIR BDRY) GIDOG to LAJAK 25 000ft
335559N 0702959E
Pakistan
M920
(RNP 10)
Cautions:
 DOSHI
353600N 0682630E 030°/210° 20 MOCAs:
38NM
DOSHI to OLDEX 17 500ft
 SUDIT 029°/209° FL 290
360806N 0685209E 47NM
MRAs:
 OLDEX FL 180
DOSHI to SUDIT 29 000ft
364748N 0692300E
SUDIT to OLDEX 26 000ft
Class E
V338 For continuation, see AIP Iran

(RNP 10)
 SOKAM (FIR BDRY)

331316N 0603754E 050°/231° 20
70NM

AIP ENR 3.16

Cruising
Lower Limit Levels
Route Designator
or Remarks
(RNP type)
1 2 3 4 5 6
 LATUN
335449N 0614443E 050°/230° SOKAM-SAKUX Cautions:
30NM
 SAKUX MOCAs:
341236N 0621318E 079°/260°
30NM SAKUX-VUVEN SAKUX to VUVEN 16 900ft
 SARSA FL290 VUVEN to TAPIS 18 600ft
341632N 0624934E 079°/260°
104NM FL170
 VELDT 086°/266° MRAs:
343000N 0645400E 100NM
 VUVEN VUVEN-TAPIS SOKAM to SAKUX 16 000ft
343230N 0665530E 088°/268°
64NM FL290 SAKUX to VELDT 16 900ft
 KULTA FL190 VELDT to KULTA Unknown
343144N 0681214E 088°/268°
47NM KULTA to TAPIS 19 000ft
 TAPIS
343100N 0690900E VUVEN-TAPIS
FL290 SOKAM-SAKUX UNUSABLE
FL190
Class E
V390 For continuation, see AIP Iran
(RNP 10)
 PAMTU (FIR BDRY)

351006N 0610806E 133°/313° 20
49NM
Cautions:
 ALENA
343420N 0614846E 133°/313°
MOCAs:
29NM
 SAKUX SAKUX to BURTA 15 600ft
341236N 0621318E 127°/307°
30NM MRAs:
 RUTAB
335257N 0624049E 127°/307° SAKUX to BURTA 26 000ft
116NM FL 290
 BURTA BURTA to TOTSI 18 000ft
131°/311° FL 160
323730N 0642630E
51NM
 TOTSI
320220N 0651013E 129°/309° Class E
50NM
 PAROD
312900N 0655400E 168°/348°
50NM
 SODAS 167°/347°
303938N 0660402E 49NM For continuation, see AIP
 SERKA (FIR BDRY) Pakistan
295101N 0661501E
V717
(RNP 10)
Cautions:
 SIGSI
310530N 0615300E 008°/188° FL 290 20 MOCAs:
78NM
FL 160 SOTRI to NIPIR 14 000ft
 FARAH
322200N 0620930E 002°/182°
MRAs:
37NM

AIP ENR 3.17
AFGHANISTAN 12 Oct 17

Cruising
Lower Limit Levels
Route Designator
or Remarks
(RNP type)
1 2 3 4 5 6
 MIKON
325831N 0621317E 002°/182° Class E FARAH to LABUS 22 000ft
25NM
 LABUS ENRON to SADAM 29 000ft
332312N 0621550E 357°/177°
19NM SADAM to UKMUS 24 000ft
 TAMEX SOTRI to OLDEX 14 000ft
334234N 0621450E 355°/175°
30NM OLDEX to NIPIR 22 000ft
 SAKUX 041°/221°
341236N 0621318E 30NM
 KALOT
343429N 0623824E 039°/220°
34NM
 DAXUP
345900N 0630630E 051°/231°
33NM
 ENRON
351800N 0633900E 052°/232°
66NM
 SADAM
355530N 0644612E 064°/244°
84NM
 UKMUS
362700N 0662248E 065°/254°
46NM
 XARDO
364348N 0671530E 089°/269°
21NM
 KHOLM
364300N 0674100E 089°/269° Cautions:
60NM
 SOTRI MOCAs:
364000N 0685500E 068°/248°
24NM UKUMS to XARDO 8600ft MSL
 OLDEX
364748N 0692300E 068°/248°
57NM
 NIPIR
370530N 0703000E
V718
(RNP 10)
Caution MRAs:
 SAKUX
341236N 0621318E 150°/330° 20 ALEXY to DILAM 25 000ft
30NM
 GOSKI DILAM to VACUK 16 500ft
334539N 0622929E 150°/330°
29NM VACUK to SERKA Unknown
 DAPVI
331937N 0624508E 150°/330°
9NM Caution: Approaching SERKA
FL 290
 ALEXY from EMERO, R249E in the
331130N 0625000E 152°/332°
FL 160 Karachi FIR is very close to the
67NM
air route to the south. It is
 DILAM
162°/342° recommended ACFT maintain
321030N 0632400E
91NM Class E Centerline into and out of SERKA
to avoid the restricted area.
 VIGOD 165°/345°
312434N0633825E 43NM
 VACUK DILAM-SERKA UNUSABLE
304244N 0635119E 111°/291°
71NM UNTIL FURTHER NOTICE
 EMERO
109°/289°

AIP ENR 3.18

Cruising
Lower Limit Levels
Route Designator
or Remarks
(RNP type)
1 2 3 4 5 6
301424N 0650619E 64NM
 SERKA (FIR BDRY) For continuation, see AIP
295101N 0661501E Pakistan
V838 For continuation, see AIP

Turkmenistan
(RNP 10)
Cautions:
 RANAH (FIR BDRY) MOCAs:
353500N 0631200E 124°/304° 20
28NM RANAH to VELDT 13 500ft
 ENRON
124°/304° VELDT to DUDEG 17 500ft
351800N 0633900E
78NM FL 290
MRAs:
 VELDT
343000N 0645400E 125°/305° FL 180
RANAH to ENRON 18 000ft
100NM
 RIKAD ENRON to VELDT 22 000ft
332742N 0662730E 127°/307°
65NM Class E
VELDT to DUDEG Unknown
 DUDEG
324630N 0672700E VELDT-DUDEG UNUSABLE
V848
(RNP 10) For continuation, see AIP
Tajikistan
Cautions:
 PINAX (FIR BDRY) 150°/330° 20
PINAX-SURVI
371500N 0690600E 30NM MOCAs:
 OLDEX PINAX to SURVI 21 100ft

149°/329° FL 290
364748N 0692300E 54NM FL 220 SURVI to RAMSO 16 800ft
 ALKIB MRAs:
355940N 0695416E 152°/332° SURVI-RAMSO
59NM PINAX to OLDEX 21 100ft
 SURVI
350606N 0702512E FL290 OLDEX to ALKIB 27 000ft
173°/353° FL170
40NM ALKIB to SURVI None
 RAMSO
342548N0702830E Class E
SURVI to RAMSO 21 000ft
ALKIB-RAMSO UNUSABLE
SURVI-RAMSO UNUSABLE
V876 For continuation, see AIP

Tajikistan
(RNP 10)
 EGPAN (FIR BDRY)

382500N 0704400E 184°/004° EGPAN-NIPIR 20
80NM Cautions:
 NIPIR FL 290
370530N 0703000E 201°/021° MOCAs:
72NM FL 190
EGPAN to NIPIR 18 800ft
 ALKIB
355940N 0695416E 197°/017°
NIPIR to TAPIS 19 800ft
21NM
 ALMOL NIPIR-TAPIS
MRAs:
353947N 0694530E 201°/021°
75NM FL290

AIP ENR 3.19

Cruising
Lower Limit Levels
Route Designator
or Remarks
(RNP type)
1 2 3 4 5 6
 TAPIS
343100N 0690900E FL200 EGPAN to ALKIB Unknown
ALKIB to ALMOL 25 000ft
Class E ALMOL to TAPIS 22 000ft
1. RNP = Required Navigation Performance specification; RNAV – Area Navigation specification.

2. MRA = Minimum Radio Altitude.
3. MOCA = Minimum Obstacle Clearance Altitude.
4. SUAs = Special Use Airspace.
5.  = Reporting Point (Compulsory).
6.  = Reporting Point (On Request).
Note: Aircrew can expect degraded ATC radio communications in the vicinity of Maimana and Bamyan on all frequencies. The
impact is as follows: degraded communications with ACFT approaching Kabul FIR North-West of LEMOD and RAPTA
including airways M696 and B442. Minimal or no radio communication: M375 BOTAN TO VUVEN, V717 UKMUS TO ENRON,
and M696 LEMOD to SERGO and V338 VUVEN to VELDT.
Aircrew can also expect degraded ATC communication in the vicinity of Farah on all frequencies. Impact as follows: degraded
communications with ACFT approaching Kabul FIR from the West-Southwest of SIGSI including airways A453/G206. Minimal
to no communication: V717 SIGSI to FARAH, G206 GADER to ORPUD and A453 GADER to OGOGO.
Note: If any small aperture terminal (VSAT) is out of service in Kabul FIR, G series NOTAM will be published.
Operators are requested to check Kabul FIR NOTAM regularly.
Note: From 2000 – 2359z Kabul Class E ATS routes maximum assignable altitude FL270.
Table 1 – Low Air Routes
Figure 1 - Kabul FIR Low Air Routes

AIP
AFGHANISTAN

AIP ENR 3.21
ENR 3.2 UPPER ATS ROUTES

1. High Air Route Structure
1.1. The High Air Route Structure comprises upper air routes N636, P628, L750,N644
M875, M881, P500, L509, P173, G206 (also a Low Air Route), V848 (also a Low Air
Route) and UL333.The air routes are 20NM wide, 10NM either side of the designated
track, above FL290 to FL510. ACFT will generally be assigned standard levels
according to the direction between FL300 and the Maximum Assignable Level (MAL)
of FL490.Airways into Turkmenistan currently has a MAL of FL430. The MAL for
G206 is FL350. It should also be noted that military activity takes place within Kabul
FIR high sector SUA areas at FL300, which is detailed in ENR 5. These SUA areas
will normally be reserved with not less than three (3) hours advance notice via
NOTAM but may be activated tactically with coordination between ATC and TAC C2.
It should also be noted that military activity takes place within Kabul FIR high sector
SUA areas at FL300, which is detailed in ENR 5. These SUA areas will normally be
reserved with not less than three (3) hours advance notice via NOTAM, but may be
activated tactically with coordination between ATC and TAC C2.”
1.2. 2000Z – 2359Z daily, the lower boundary of Class A airspace lowers to FL280 on air
routes UL333, L750, N644, P173, and M875 only. FL300 – FL490 are assignable
levels on the airways. N636 is only available at FL280 – FL290 during 2000Z- 2359Z.
Airways into Turkmenistan currently have a MAL of FL430.
1.3. Due to Pakistan restrictions, FL330 is not available for civil over-flights entering the
Kabul FIR 1800–0245Z daily. Affected ATS routes: UL333 SOKAM–SERKA, N636
PAMTU–SERKA, P628 PAMTU–ASLUM, L750 RANAH–BIROS, N644 LEMOD–
DOBAT, M875 AMDAR–SITAX, L509 TAPIS–LAJAK, and M881 EGPAN–LAJAK.
1.4. All High Enroute Structure over-flight ACFT must contact the Kabul ACC 10 minutes
prior to entering the FIR boundary. If entering via L509, N644, M881, or M875, ACFT
must contact Kabul ACC High East sector on 128.50 VHF. If entering via L750,
N636, P628, or UL333, ACFT must contact Kabul ACC High West sector on 126.32
VHF.
1.5. 125.2 MHz shall be monitored when unable to establish two-way communications
with the KACC while on an Air Route.
1.6. All air routes are identified by latitude and longitude references.
1.7. RVSM is authorized in Class A air route airspace (FL290-FL410) within the Kabul
FIR.
1.8. These routes are only for ACFT overflying the Kabul FIR that will not land at any
underlying airfield unless an emergency ACFT under ICAO emergency procedures.
1.9. Short notice artillery fire may close portions of airways M875, N644, and A453 in the
vicinity of Salerno (332204N0695745E). ACFT in contact with Kabul ACC will be
rerouted to avoid artillery areas when active. VFR ACFT not in contact with Kabul
ACC should monitor guard frequency 121.5 or 243.0 while in the vicinity of Salerno.
Obtain artillery fire warning broadcasts or contact Kabul ACC for additional
information.
1.10. The High Air Routes with applicable MRA are listed in the table below.

AIP ENR 3.22
Table 1 – Kabul FIR High Air Routes
Route Designator Upper Limit Direction of

Track Cruising Remarks
(RNP type) Lower Limit Levels
(MAG)/ Controlling Unit
Name of Significant 
Points Lateral Frequency (MHz)/Channel
Dist. Airspace Limits
Coordinates (NM) Classification (NM) Odd Even († When directed by ATC)
1 2 3 4 5 6
L509 MAL FL490,
(RNP 10)
Caution:
 TAPIS
343100N 0690900E 114°/295° 20 MRA:
44NM
FL 510 GIDOG to LAJAK is 25 000ft
 GIDOG
341035N 0695647E 115°/295°
31NM Above FL 290

335559N 0702959E Class A For continuation, see AIP
Pakistan
L750
(RNP 10) Turkmenistan
 RANAH (FIR BDRY) 124°/304° 20 MAL FL430,

353500N 0631200E 28NM
 ENRON
351800N 0633900E 124°/304°
78NM Between 2000Z – 2359Z FL280-
 VELDT FL290 and FL310-FL430
343000N 0645400E 125°/305°
100NM FL 510
 RIKAD
332742N 0662730E 127°/307° Above FL 290 Caution:
65NM
MRA:
 DUDEG
324630N 0672700E 129°/309°
Class A VELDT to BIROS is 29 000ft
25NM
 GODSI
323009N 0674855E 127°/307°
78NM
 BIROS (FIR BDRY) For continuation, see AIP

Uzbekistan
(RNP 10)
MAL FL490
 AMDAR (FIR BDRY) 148°/328° 20
371230N 0672036E 34NM
 KHOLM
148°/328° Between 2000Z to 2359Z only
364300N 0674100E
76NM FL280-FL290 are available
 DOSHI between SITAX and TAPIS due
353600N 0682630E 148°/328° converging FIR boundary traffic.
74NM
 TAPIS FL 510 Caution:
343100N 0690900E 150°/330°
27NM Above FL 290 MRAs:
 KODAD AMDAR to KHOLM 29 000ft;
340659N 0692406E 150°/330°
40NM KOLM to DOSHI 32 000ft;
Class A
 BOXUD DOSHI to TAPIS 29 000ft
333132N 0694612E 149°/330°
TAPIS-SITAX 30 000ft
30NM
 SITAX (FIR BDRY) Pakistan
330500N 0700259E

AIP ENR 3.23

1 2 3 4 5 6
Tajikistan
(RNP 10)
MAX FL490
 EGPAN (FIR BDRY) 184°/004° 20
382500N 0704400E 80NM
 NIPIR
370530N 0703000E 179°/359° Caution:
119NM
FL 510 MRA:
 SURVI
350606N 0702512E 174°/354°
Above FL 290 EGPAN to SURVI 31 000ft
70NM
SURVI to LAJAK 25 000ft
335559N 0702959E Class A EGPAN –SURVI UNUSABLE
Pakistan
V848
(RNP 10)
150°/330° PINAX-ALKIB 20 For continuation, see AIP

 PINAX (FIR BDRY) 30NM Tajikistan
371500N 0690600E
FL 490 Cautions:
 OLDEX 149°/329° FL 220
364748N 0692300E 54NM MOCAs:
ALKIB-SURVI
 ALKIB 152°/332° PINAX to SURVI 21100ft
355940N 0695416E 59NM
FL 490 MRAs:
 SURVI FL 300 PINAX to OLDEX 21100ft
350606N 0702512E
Class A OLDEX to ALKIB 27000ft
ALKIB to SURVI None
Afghanistan (Lower ATS Route)
N636 For continuation, see AIP
Pakistan
(RNP 10)
MAL FL490
 PAMTU (FIR BDRY) 20
351006N 0610806E
 SAKUX
313°/133° Between 2000Z - 2359Z FL280 -
341236N 0621318E
79NM FL290 only
 BURTA
323730N 0642630E 307°/127°
146NM
 PAROD FL 510
312900N 0655400E 310°/130°
101NM Above FL 290
 SODAS
303938N 0660402E 348°/168°
50NM Class A
 ELEKO
302005N 0660845E 346°/166°
20NM
 SERKA (FIR BDRY) 347°/167°
295101N 0661501E 30NM For continuation, see AIP Iran

AIP ENR 3.24

1 2 3 4 5 6
N644 For continuation, see AIP
Turkmenistan
(RNP 10)
MALFL430
 LEMOD (FIR BDRY) 125°/305° 20
361000N 0641730E 162NM
 VUVEN
126°/306° Between 2000Z – 2359Z: FL280-
343230N 0665530E
54NM FL290 and FL310-FL430
 NEVIV FL 510
335848N 0674700E 127°/307°
41NM Above FL 290 Caution:
 PATOX
333254N 0682512E 128°/308° MRA:
25NM
 MESRA Class A NEVIV to DOBAT 30 000ft
331639N 0684756E 126°/306°
40NM
 DOBAT (FIR BDRY) For continuation, see AIP
P173 Air Route only available

Westbound
(RNP 10)
 TAPIS 302° 20 Turkmenistan
343100N 0690900E 80NM
 GUNKO FL 510 MAL FL430
302°
351723N 0674935E 98NM Between 2000Z – 2359Z: FL280
Above FL 290
and FL320-FL430
 NOMAM 301°
361312N 0660957E 80NM Caution:
Class A
 DAVET (FIR BDRY) MRA:
365739N 0644715E GUNKO to DAVET FL300
P500 For continuation, see AIP
Pakistan
(RNP 10) 357°/177° 20
12NM FL 510
 MOTMO (FIR BDRY)
362759N 0713758E Above FL 290 MAL FL490
 FIRUZ (FIR BDRY)
364012N0713748E
Class A For continuation, see AIP
Tajikistan
P628
(RNP 10)
 PAMTU (FIR BDRY) 133°/313° 20 For continuation, see AIP Iran

351006N 0610806E 79NM
 SAKUX
341236N 0621318E 127°/307° MAL FL490
146NM FL 510
PAROD –ASLUM only available
 BURTA Above FL 290 2000Z to 2359Z
323730N 0642630E 130°/310°
101NM Caution:
 PAROD Class A MRA:

312900N 0655400E 125°/305°
46NM SAKUX to BURTA 26 000ft
 ASLUM (FIR BDRY) For continuation, see AIP

AIP ENR 3.25

1 2 3 4 5 6
G206 Air Route only available East-
bound
(RNP 10)
MAL FL350
 TAPIS
343100N 0690900E 058°/238° 20 Caution:
57NM
 IMGES MRA:
345902N 0700909E 059°/239° FL 350
15NM TAPIS to IMAGES 16 500ft
SURVI Above FL 290
350606N 0702512E IMAGES to SURVI 21 000ft
057°/238°
 DUGIN (FIR BDRY) SURVI to DUGIN 29 000ft
62NM
353659N 0713058E Class A For continuation, see AIP
Pakistan.
UL333 For continuation, see AIP Iran

(RNP 10)
MAL FL490
 SOKAM (FIR BDRY) 123°/303° 20
331316N 0603754E 85NM
Between 2000Z – 2359Z: FL280-
 DANOD FL 510
124°/304° FL290 and FL300-FL490
322422N 0620032E
182NM Above FL 290
 KIRAT
303954N 0645437E 124°/304°
85NM
Class A
 SERKA (FIR BDRY)
Pakistan
295101N 0661501E
1. RNP = Required Navigation Performance specification; RNAV – Area Navigation specification.

2. MRA = Minimum Radio Altitude.
3. MOCA = Minimum Obstacle Clearance Altitude.
4. MAL = Maximum Assignable Level.
5. LAL = Lowest Assignable Level.
6.  = Reporting Point (Compulsory).
7.  = Reporting Point (On Request).
Note: Expect degraded ATC radio communications in the vicinity of Maimana all KACC frequencies. The impact is as follows:
degraded communications with ACFT approaching Kabul FIR North-West of LEMOD and RAPTA including airway N644.
Note: KACC High sector is split into KACC High East and KACC High West sectors. The sector divide is a line joining
positions 355234N 0634438E (between RANAH and LEMOD) and 321600N 0691253E (between BIROS and DOBAT
Note: If any small aperture terminal (VSAT) is out of service in Kabul FIR, G series NOTAM will be published.
Operators are requested to check Kabul FIR NOTAM regularly.
Table 1 – Kabul FIR High Air Routes

AIP ENR 3.26
Figure 1 – Kabul FIR High Air Routes
Figure 1 - Kabul FIR High Air Routes

AIP ENR 3.31
ENR 3.3 AREA NAVIGATION ROUTES

1. There are no Area Navigation Routes at this time.

AIP
AFGHANISTAN

AIP ENR 3.41
ENR 3.4 HELICOPTER ROUTES AND INFORMATION

OAKB Helicopter Arrival and Departure corridors are published at AD 2.1 as both
coordinates and maps. Civilian rotary wing aircraft may not operate at night unless
authorized by ATC. (This does not apply to military contracted aircraft operating under
APG).
1. COORDINATING ALTITUDE. The coordinating altitude is the main deconfliction
means between rotary wing and fixed wing aircraft operations within the CJOA-A. The
coordinating altitude is 3,500’ AGL. The coordinating altitude and procedures as listed
in the SPINS shall take precedence over the information listed in this APG.
2. OPERATIONS AT HELICOPTER LANDING ZONES (HLZ). HLZs at forwarding

operating bases (FOB) and combat outposts (COP) are not guaranteed to provide
standard obstacle avoidance. Obstacles may include towers, aerostats, small arms
ranges, etc. Environmental conditions at these landing zones make RW operations
susceptible to snow/dust/brown out conditions. Aircraft commanders/pilots in
command (AC/PIC) are ultimately responsible for providing safe operations at these
locations. Military and Military contracted flights are to abide by the procedures set out
in the APG……
3. VFR REPORTING POINTS. Aircrews shall use VFR Reporting Points to aid in
airspace deconfliction and aircrew situational awareness. Current VFR Reporting
Points by TAAC are listed in the Afghanistan AIP. These points are designed for
military and civilian use and will remain unclassified to increase the safety of flight for
all aircraft operating below the CA. The AC/PIC shall ensure reports are made on
CTAF within 6 nautical miles of the VFR Reporting Point. Aircraft should avoid direct
over-flight of these points and use them as a reference to avoid aircraft and various
ACMs. However, pilots should use caution as some points are choke points that may
require multiple calls or calls further from the actual VFR Reporting Point than 6nm.
Requests for changes to these points will be forwarded to the CJTF-3 CJ3
(FECC/AOC) Aviation for consideration.
4. ALTITUDE RESTRICTIONS. The purpose of the Airspace Control Plan (ACP) is to

establish rules, standards, and procedures for airspace control in support of all
military operations in the CJOA-A. It only applies to missions and personnel
supporting operations in the CJOA-A. Military Airspace users shall follow
procedures outlined in the ACP. The coordinating altitude for Afghanistan, as
published in the SPINS, is 3500’ AGL. All coalition helicopters shall remain at or
below 3000’ AGL unless otherwise coordinated with ATC or authorized in the ATO.
Flight above the coordinating altitude shall be under the control of the appropriate air
traffic control agency.
a. The recommended minimum safe ENROUTE altitude for rotary wing traffic not
involved in tactical missions is not lower than 1000’ AGL and the recommended
minimum safe distance from vertical terrain is 1500’ laterally. Aviation
commanders and contractors should determine optimal altitudes based on TAAC
specific terrain limitations, the known threat environment, and ASE. Altitude and
lateral distance should keep aircrews out of small arms range which is the main
ground-to-air threat in this theatre.
b. There is no maximum altitude restriction on any helicopter, other than that
imposed by
c. Performance Planning, ATC SPINS/Coordinating Altitude or oxygen use
requirements.

AIP
AFGHANISTAN

AIP ENR 3.51
ENR 3.5 OTHER ROUTES

1. There are no other Routes at this time.

AIP
AFGHANISTAN

AIP ENR 3.61
ENR 3.6 ENROUTE HOLDING

1. There are no enroute holding points at this time.

AIP
AFGHANISTAN

AIP ENR 4.11
ENR 4 RADIO NAVIGATION AIDS/ SYSTEMS

ENR 4.1 RADIO NAVIGATION AIDS/SYSTEMS – ENROUTE
1. The following operational enroute navigation aids are available in Afghanistan;
Kabul –D/VOR, TACAN
Bagram – VORTAC
Herat – TACAN, NDB, DVOR
Kandahar – TACAN, VOR/DME

AIP
AFGHANISTAN

AIP ENR 4.21
ENR 4.2 SPECIAL NAVIGATION SYSTEM

1. There are no special navigation facilities established in the Kabul FIR. Note the RNP-
10 requirements described at GEN 1.5.2.

AIP
AFGHANISTAN

AIP ENR 4.31
ENR 4.3 NAME – CODE DESIGNATORS FOR SIGNIFICANT POINTS

1. Significant points for the Kabul FIR are listed below and ENR 3.1 and 3.2 in the tables
describing Air Navigation Routes.
NAME LATITUDE LONGITUDE UPPER AIRWAY LOWER AIRWAY
ALENA 343420N 0614846E V390

ALEXY 331130N 0625000E V718
ALKIB 355940N 0695416E V848, V876
ALMOL 353947N 0694530E V876
AMDAR 371230N 0672036E M875 A454
ASLUM 310112N 0663712E P628
BIROS 314000N 0690000E L750
BOTAN 361610N 0673040E M375
BOXUD 333132N 0694612E M875
BURTA 323730N 0642630E N636, P628 G206, V390
DANOD 322422N 0620032E UL333
DAPVI 331937N 0624508E V718
DARUS 321744N 0660737E M375
DAVER 293412N 0644048E M375
DAVET 365739N 0644715E P173
DAXUP 345900N 0630630E V717
DILAM 321030N 0632400E G202, G206,V718
DOBAT 325200N 0692600E N644
DOLAN 315030N 0643900E G202
DOSHI 353600N 0682630E M875 A454, M920
DUDEG 324630N 0672700E L750 A453, V838
DUGIN 353659N 0713058E G206
EGPAN 382500N 0704400E M881 V876
ELEKO 302005N 0660845E N636
EMERO 301424N 0650619E M375, V718
ENKER 364213N 0680220E
ENRON 351800N 0633900E L750 V717, V838
FARAH 322200N 0620930E G202, V717
FIRUZ 364012N 0713748E P500
GADER 294100N 0612800E A453, G206
GIDOG 341035N 0695647E L509 M696
GODSI 323009N 0674855E L750
GOSKI 334539N 0622929E V718
GUNKO 351723N 0674935E P173
IMGES 345902N 0700909E G206 G206
IMTIL 340559N 0710859E A455
KALOT 343429N 0623824E V717
KAMAR 323900N 0604400E G202
KHOLM 364300N 0674100E M875 A454, M375, V717
KIRAT 303954N 0645437E UL333
KODAD 340659N 0692406E M875

AIP ENR 4.32
KULTA 343144N 0681214E V338

KUNAN 320334N 0663627E A453
LABUS 332312N 0621550E V717
LAJAK 335559N 0702959E L509, M881 A453, M696
LATUN 335449N 0614443E V338
LEMOD 361000N 0641730E N644 M696
LOBRE 341357N 0691037E
LOVIT 310904N 0650026E A453
LUXOM 360349N 0672556E
MESRA 331639N 0684756E N644
MIKED 320537N 0634213E G202
MIKON 325831N 0621317E V717
MOTMO 362759N 0713758E P500 G206
NABID 314452N 0645827E G202
NABKA 312900N 0625107E G206
NEVIV 335848N 0674700E N644 G206
NIPIR 370530N 0703000E M881 V717, V876
NOLEX 335204N 0683936E A453
NOMAM 361312N 0660957E P173
OGOGO 302457N 0630904E A453
OLDEX 364748N 0692300E V848 M920, V717, V848
ORPUD 305038N 0622111E G206
PAMTU 351006N 0610806E N636, P628 V390
A453, G202, M375,
PAROD 312900N 0655400E N636, P628
V390
PATOX 333254N 0682512E N644 A453
PEGTO 342650N 0701240E A453
PINAX 371500N 0690600E V848
RAMSO 342548N 0702830E A453, A455, V848
RANAH 353500N 0631200E L750 V838
RAPTA 372700N 0653800E B442
RIKAD 332742N 0662730E L750 G206, M375, V838
RIMPA 312600N 0673600E G202
RUKDA 362205N 0675522E
RUTAB 335257N 0624049E V390
SADAM 355530N 0644612E M696, V717
V338, V390, V717,
SAKUX 341236N 0621318E N636, P628
V718
SARSA 341632N 0624934E V338
SELPI 323132N 0641233E G206
SERGO 351429N 0670718E B442, M375, M696
SERKA 295101N 0661501E N636, UL333 V390, V718
SIBLO 341132N 0681840E G206
SIGSI 310530N 0615300E V717
SITAX 330500N 0700259E M875

AIP ENR 4.33
SODAS 303938N 0660402E N636 V390

SOKAM 331316N 0603754E UL333 V338
SOTRI 364000N 0685500E V717
SUDIT 360806N 0685209E M920
SURVI 350606N 0702512E M881, G206, V848 G206, V848
TAMEX 334234N 0621450E V717
A453, A454, G206,
TAPIS 343100N 0690900E L509, M875, G206
M696, V338, V876
TOTSI 320220N 0651013E V390
UKMUS 362700N 0662248E B442, V717
ULOSA 304509N 0652547E M375
VACUK 304244N 0635119E A453, V718
VELDT 343000N 0645400E L750 V338, V838
VIGOD 312434N 0633825E V718
VUSAR 345022N 0681528E M696
VUSIP 312556N 0665220E G202
VUVEN 343230N 0665530E N644 M375, V338
XARDO 364348N 0671530E V717

AIP
AFGHANISTAN

AIP ENR 4.41
ENR 4.4 AERONAUTICAL GROUND LIGHTS—ENROUTE

1. There are no aeronautical ground lights –enroute in the Kabul FIR.

AIP
AFGHANISTAN

AIP ENR 5.11
ENR 5 NAVIGATION WARNINGS

ENR5.1 PROHIBITED, RESTRICTED AND DANGER AREAS
1. Introduction
1.1. All airspace in which a potential hazard to ACFT operations may exist and all areas over which
the operation of ACFT may, for one reason or another, be restricted either temporarily or
permanently, are classified according to the following types of areas. These are defined by
ICAO and vary in the case of Military Operations Areas (MOA).
1.2. Special Use Airspace: (SUAs) have been established throughout Afghanistan to allow pre-
planned military operations (including live firing) to operate within segregated airspace.
Information on the positions and levels of these SUAs is contained at 5.1.4
1.3. When active, military aircraft can be expected to perform high-energy maneuvers, including
live firing within the SUAs. Military aircraft operating within 3NM of the civil enroute structure
should be alert to the possibility of military traffic coming into conflict with Civil traffic. In such
circumstances, consideration should be given to coordinating with the appropriate controlling
agency. When this cannot be achieved, caution should be exercised when operating within
3nm of the boundary.
1.4. The use SUAs are bookable by military ACFT on a daily basis, and the procedure for booking
is contained within a letter of arrangement between ACAA and CFACC. Booking does not
necessarily indicate sole use; if an ACFT requires entry to an SUA while it is active, this may
be requested through ATC and/or TAC C2. Military users are encouraged to book the
minimum airspace necessary and should allow other users entry to the airspace where
possible. SUAs should be booked no later than 3 hours in advance allowing promulgation of
activity by NOTAM. All users should note that OAR901, OAR902, and OAR907, in the Kabul
FIR Low Sector, are regularly booked for military action to support national security priorities.
Requesters should use the ROZ/SUA form located on the ACAA web page
http://acaa.gov.af/en .
2. Definitions
2.1. Prohibited Area: Airspace of defined dimensions, above the land areas or territorial waters of
the State of Afghanistan, that ACFT is prohibited. This type is used only when the flight of
ACFT within the designated air space is not permitted at any time under any circumstances.
2.2. Restricted Area: Airspace of defined dimensions above the land areas or territorial waters of
the State of Afghanistan, within which the flight of ACFT is restricted in accordance with
certain specified conditions. This type is used whenever the flight of ACFT within the
designated airspace is not absolutely prohibited but may be made so, only if specified
conditions are complied with. Thus, prohibition of flight, except at certain specified times,
leads to the designation of the airspace as a restricted area. Similarly, prohibition of flight,
unless special permission had been obtained, leads to the designation of a restricted area.
However, conditions of flight imposed as a result of the application of rules of the air or air
traffic service practices or procedures (for example, compliance with minimum safe heights or
with rules stemming from the establishment of controlled airspace) do not constitute conditions
calling for designation as a restricted area.
2.2.1. Temporary Restricted Area: Instances may arise that create the necessity for short-notice
activation (i.e. <30min notification) of a Temporary Restricted Area (TRA) in support of military
operations. ATC will implement TRAs supporting the defense of Afghanistan. If time permits,
ATC will provide control instructions, lateral diversions, or vertical requirements, to ACFT in
order to de-conflict the ACFT from military operations within the TRA. It is recognized that
certain scenarios may preclude the ability to coordinate these areas in the timely manner
needed to address urgent, dynamic operations.
2.3. Military Operations Area (MOA): MOAs are a type of Restricted Area established to
separate or segregate certain non-hazardous peacetime or training military activities from
IFR traffic and to identify for VFR traffic where these activities are conducted.
2.3.1. MOAs consist of airspace of defined vertical and lateral limits established for the purpose of
separating certain military training activities from IFR traffic. Whenever a MOA is being used,
nonparticipating IFR traffic may be cleared through a MOA only if IFR separation can be

AIP ENR 5.12
AFGHANISTAN 17 Aug 17
provided by ATC. Otherwise, ATC will reroute or restrict nonparticipating IFR traffic. On-
participating VFR traffic may transit the area with due caution; the effect of the creation of the
MOA is to highlight to operators or pilots of ACFT that it is necessary for them to assess the
increased hazard of military operations in relation to their responsibility for the safety of their
ACFT.
2.3.2. Examples of activities conducted in MOAs include, but are not limited to air combat tactics, air
intercepts, aerobatics, formation training, and low−altitude tactics.
2.3.3. Pilots operating under VFR should exercise extreme caution while flying within a MOA when
military activity is being conducted. The activity status (active/inactive) of MOAs may
frequently change, therefore; pilots should contact the airspace authority within 30 miles of the
boundary to obtain accurate real-time information concerning the MOA status. Prior to
entering an active MOA, pilots should contact the controlling agency for traffic advisories
(VFR) or clearance (IFR).
2.3.4. MOAs are specified in the AIP ENR 5.1 and should be depicted on all relevant charts.
2.3.5. Subject to the conditions for IFR operations in Class G airspace, operators may flight plan
through the airspace but, given the requirement for separation of IFR for participating military
traffic, should expect to be offered re-routing in the event that separation cannot be achieved.
Note: The conditions stated above are designed to be an enduring definition of the
requirements of a MOA. The current security situation in AFG means that Class G airspace is
not available to IFR civil traffic and so the IFR elements of the conditions may be disregarded
until Class G airspace is normalized.
2.4. Danger Area. Airspace of defined dimensions within which activities dangerous to the ACFT
may exist at specified times. This term is used only when the potential danger to ACFT has
not led to the designation of the airspace as restricted or prohibited. The effect of the creation
of the danger area is to caution operators or pilots of ACFT that it is necessary for them to
assess the dangers in relation to their responsibility for the safety of their ACFT.
2.4.1. Danger areas will also be established for Aerostat operations (tethered balloons). For all
military ACFT, these areas are to be considered as Special Use Airspace, No Fly Area (SUA,
NOFLY).
2.4.2. Tethered balloons from GND to 1000 AGL radius is reduced to 0.1NM for military helicopter
operation only (Refer below diagram: Airspace for Tethered Balloons – Military Helicopter).
3. Designations
3.1. The type of area involved is indicated by the nationality letters OA (Afghanistan), followed by
the letter -P- for Prohibited, -R- for Restricted or -D- for Danger. A map detailing the location
of these areas can be found on page 4.2-1 and 4.2-2.
3.2. Danger/Restricted/Prohibited (DRP) amendments or a new request form is available at
http://acaa.gov.af/en/page/civil-aviation-authority/aip---important-information
PROHIBITED AREA Sequence Numbers: Prohibited Areas for Afghanistan Airspace start
from OAP200-299.
RESTRICTED AREA Sequence Numbers: Restricted Areas numbering series are OAR001-
099, OAR400-499, OAR600-699 & OAR900-999 for Afghanistan Airspace
DANGER AREA Sequence Numbers: Danger Areas for Afghanistan Airspace- numbering
starts from OAD101-199.

AIP ENR 5.13
Prohibited, Restricted and Danger Areas
4.1. Prohibited Areas

Identification, Name and Lateral Limits Upper Limit (ft.) Remarks (time of activity, type of restriction,
Lower Limit (ft.) nature of hazard, risk of interception)
1 2 3
Prohibited Areas
OAP200 BAMYAN Activity: Nil
344955N 0674843E – 345010N 0674943E – Hours: H24
344945N 0674956E – 344930N 0674857E – Service: Nil
344955N 0674843E 1 000 AGL
Remarks: Protecting the Bamyan Buddha World
GND
Heritage Site.
Sponsor: Afghanistan Government
TAAC-CAPITAL
OAP201 CAMPA Activity: No fly area.

Hours: H24
343126N 0691104E – 343135N 0691109E –
10 000 AMSL Service: Nil
343149N 0691040E – 343149N 0691034E –
GND Remarks: Nil
343139N 0691019E – 343123N 0691014E –
Sponsor: Afghanistan Government
343108N 0691022E – 343100N 0691040E –
TAAC-CAPITAL
343102N 0691059E – 343114N 0691113E –
343126N 0691104E

AIP ENR 5.14
4.2. Restricted Areas
1 2 3
OAR001 Activity: MILITARY SUA
3503N06721E - 3722N07120E Hours: By NOTAM, or ATC
3600N07104E - 3521N07111E Service: Nil
3409N07049E - 3412N06951E FL300 Remarks: Contact KACC for status and transit or
3403N06943E deconfliction instructions.
Sponsor: CAOC, AFFOR A3A
(e-mail: affora3aairspace@afcent.af.mil)
3403N 06943E - 3353N 06937E - Hours: By NOTAM, or ATC
3322N 07005E - 3310N 06920E - Service: Nil
3224N 06903E - 3200N06905E - FL300 Remarks: Contact KACC for status and transit
3154N 06843E - 3152N 06800E- or deconfliction instructions.
3122N06716E - 3143N06420E - Sponsor: CAOC, AFFOR A3A
3444N 06650E - 3503N06721E (e-mail: affora3aairspace@afcent.af.mil)

2950N 06600E - 312315N0653908E Hours: By NOTAM, or ATC
322914N 0641217E Service: Nil
3230N 06200E - 2940N 06200E Remarks: Contact KACC for status and transit
FL300
or DE confliction instructions.
3100N 06240E - 3200N 06120E Hours: By NOTAM, or ATC
3400N 06120E - 3400N 06724E Service: Nil
3336N 06800E - 3200N 06800E FL300 Remarks: Contact KACC for status and transit
3100N 06600E or DE confliction instructions.
371240N 0662643E - 370700N 0673128E Service: Nil
or deconfliction instructions.
373927N 0711939E - 381735N 0705307E Service: Nil
370522N 0685726E or deconfliction instructions.
OAR401 HERAT NEW DUNE Activity: MILITARY FIRING RANGE
A circle radius 1.5 NM centered on position Hours: 0600LT – 2200LT
340747N 0620910E Service: HERAT APP / TWR
9 000 MSL
Remarks: Contact Herat APP/TWR for status
GND and transit or avoidance instructions.
Do not enter unless instructed to do so.
Sponsor: TAAC-WEST RS SVOIP: 932-390-
391-1160

AIP ENR 5.15
1 2 3
OAR402 POLYGON, Activity: VARIOUS MILITARY INCLUDING LIVE
FIRING
3431N06940E, 3426N06949E, 3425N7040E,
3540N07040E, 3450N06940E Hours: By NOTAM
FL270 Service: Nil
FL160 Remarks: Contact KACC for status and transit
OAR403 POLYGON Activity: VARIOUS MILITARY INCLUDING LIVE
FIRING
345000N06920E, 345000N070400E,
Service: Nil
FL270
Remarks: Contact KACC for status and transit
FL160 or deconfliction instructions.
Contact: KACC
FIRING
343435N0703349E, 341558N0701145E,
Service: Nil
15000 AMSL
12 000 AMSL or deconfliction instructions.
Contact: KACC
FIRING
344808N0693400E,
Hours: By NOTAM
344807N0701436E, Service: Nil
FL230
343309N0701435E Remarks: Contact KACC for status and transit
FL170 or deconfliction instructions.
343303N0693431E Contact: KACC
OAR408 HERAT RANGE Activity: RTC FIRING RANGE
A circle radius 0.5NM centered on position Hours: H24
341254N 0621431E Service: HERAT APP / TWR
8300 AMSL Remarks: Contact Herat APP Control for status.
GND Transit or avoidance instructions. Do not enter
Unless in receipt of a positive instruction to do so.
However, TWR may not be aware of all users.
Aircrews are to approach location with utmost
Caution.
Sponsor: TAAC –WEST RS: 932-390-391-1160
OAR410 MAHOLIC RANGE Activity: MILITARY LIVE FIRING
313907N0654012E- 313954N0654055E Hours: H24
313936N0654147E-313909N0654155E 7700 MSL Service: Military only
GND Remarks: Military Live Firing Range.
313842N0654151E-313802N0654119E
Sponsor: Maholic Air Operations
313817N0654041E SVOIP 308-431-3933 TAAC-SOUTH

AIP ENR 5.16
1 2 3
OAR411 EAST RIVER RANGE Activity: MILITARY LIVE FIRING
345010N 0691656E – 345233N 0691625E – Hours: Unknown
345336N 0691628E – 345413N 0691812E – Service: BAGRAM APP / TWR
345413N 0692049E – 345311N 0692216E – Remarks: Contact BAGRAM APP / TWR for
344931N 0691822E – 345010N 0691656E
FL170 Status and transit or avoidance instructions.
GND Status also available on Bagram ATIS. Do not
enter unless in receipt of a positive instruction to
Do so.
Sponsor: BAGRAM DSN 318-481-1511
TAAC-EAST
OAR416 HERAT A-CAMP ZAFAR Activity: MILITARY FIRING RANGE
340835N 0621445E – 340850N 0621630E – Hours: 0600LT – 2200LT
340504N 0621835E – 340345N 0621435E – Service: HERAT APP / TWR
340835N 0621445E FL150
Remarks: Contact Herat APP Control for status.
GND
Transit or avoidance instructions. Do not enter
Unless in receipt of a positive instruction to do so.
Sponsor: TAAC-WEST RS: 932-390-391-1160
OAR420 CALM LAKE Activity: RANGE
343653N 0692318E – 343729N 0692338E – Hours: H24
343846N 0692623E – 343807N 0692809E – Service: Kabul Approach
343626N 0692820E – 343516N 0692527E – FL190 Remarks: Contact Kabul Approach Control for
343526N 0692436E – 343342N 0692115E –
343542N 0692100E – 343653N 0692318E GND Status, transit, or avoidance instructions. Do not
enter unless in receipt of a positive instruction to
Do so.
Sponsor: KMTC Mobile: +93 (0)70-797-0908
OAR425 TARNAC RANGE Activity: SMALL ARMS RANGE

Hours: By RS HQ through KAF ATC
A circle 1NM radius centered on position
312754N 0654844E Service: Nil
Remarks: Contact KAF TWR/APP for status,
9000 AMSL transit or avoidance instructions. Do not enter
GND unless in receipt of a positive instruction to do so.
Sponsor: TAAC-SOUTH DSN: 318-449-2221
OAR430 EXCALIBUR Activity: AVIATION TRAINING AREAS TO

INCLUDE UAV’S
A circle 5NM radius centered on position Hours: Activated by RS HQ Airspace
341108N 0685950E
Management
FL200
Service: Unknown
GND Remarks: Contact Kabul Area Control Center for
current status
Sponsor: Hunter Operations SVOIP 308-787-
3807 TAAC-EAST
OAR431 COMMANDO Activity: ARTILLERY AND SMALL ARMS
RANGE
342521N 0690901E-342500N 0690827E
Hours: 0600LT-0000LT Daily
342505N 0690817E-342520N 0690817E
FL190 Service: For Range Status: DSN: 700-787-8606
342543N 0690822E Remarks: Various military activities including live
GND
firing.
Sponsor: TAAC-CAPITAL SVOIP: 308-787-1396

AIP ENR 5.17
1 2 3
OAR432 ROZ UAS LION Activity: Small Group UAS Operation
Hours: NOTAM /ATC
A circle 0.5N M radius centered on
position 343513N0691435E Service: Nil
400FT AGL Remarks: Contact Kabul TWR 128.1

SFC Sponsor: Jason Perrins
email:gcpsusoagj3airadv@hq.rs.nato.int
SIPR: 787-2435 Mobile:+93(0) 797669550
TAAC-CAPITAL

351033N 0693937E-344042N 0693924E, FIRING
344032N 0704042E-351014N 0704042E, Hours: By NOTAM
FL280 Service: Nil
Contact: KACC
TAAC-EAST
OAR601 E-NAN Activity: ROTARY WING TEST
365800N 0671500E – 365800N 0673000E Hours: Via NOTAM or ATC
364800N 0673000E – 364800N 0671500E Service: Mazar TWR 126.125 or 135.35 VHF
8000AMSL
Remarks: Contact Mazar TWR for status and
GND
transit or avoidance instructions. POC:
Sponsor: RS ASM DSN: 318-449-2221
TAAC-NORTH
OAR602 E-NEVIN Activity: WING TEST
365732N 0671131E – 365504N 0671719E Service: Mazar TWR 126.125 or 135.35 VHF
8000AMSL
364652N 0671747E Remarks: Contact Mazar TWR for status and
GND
transit or avoidance instructions. POC:
TAAC-NORTH
OAR605 CHARIKAR Activity: Small Arms, RPG Training Range
350531N 0690952E – 350353N 0691047E 11000AMSL Service: By RS HQ through BAF ATC
GND Remarks: Nil
TAAC-EAST
OAR606 MAZAR RANGE POLYGON Activity: SMALL ARMS FIRING

364057N 0671113E – 364102N 0671547E – Hours: Mazar TWR
364023N 0671548E – 364024N 0671656E – Service: Mazar TWR 126.125 or 135.35 VHF
6000 AMSL
363741N 0671700E – 363736N 0671118E – Remarks: Contact Mazar TWR for status and
364057N 0671113E GND
transit or avoidance instructions. POC
TAAC-NORTH
OAR607 E-NAN SEAL 01 POLYGON Activity: WING TEST
Hours: Via NOTAM or ATC
365330N 0664530E-365330N 0670100E Service: Mazar TWR 126.125 or 135.35 VHF
364646N 0670100E-364646N 0664531E 8000AMSL Remarks: Contact Mazar TWR for status and
GND
transit or avoidance instructions.
TAAC-NORTH

AIP ENR 5.18
1 2 3
OAR608 E-NAN SEAL 02 POLYGON Activity: WING TEST
Hours: Via NOTAM or ATC
364630N 0665900E – 364630N 0670100E Service: Mazar Tower 126.125 or 135.35 VHF
363900N 0670100E – 363900N 0665900N 4000AMSL Remarks: Contact Mazar TWR for status and
GND
transit or avoidance instructions.
TAAC-NORTH
OAR701 MAZAR MOA POLYGON Activity: VARIOUS MILITARY INCLUDING LIVE

FIRING
372014N 0670012E – 370555N 0670016E – Hours: Via NOTAM, or ATC
370003N 0661503E – 371701N 0661517E –
Service: Mazar TWR 126.125 or 135.35 VHF
372014N 0670012E
FL260 Remarks: Contact Mazar TWR for Status and
GND transit or avoidance instructions. Pilots are
advised to maintain constant vigilance.
TAAC-NORTH

OAR901 POLYGON Activity: Various Military Including Live Firing
353454N/0695735E, 370339N/0704406E, Hours: Via NOTAM, or ATC
382455N/0705728E, 382142N/0710809E, Service: Nil
381621N/0712203E, 375635N/0711642E, Remarks: Contact KACC for status and transit
375458N/0712027E, 375739N/0713036E, or deconfliction instructions.
375354N/0713349E, 373127N/0713036E,
372222N/0712932E, 370443N/0712724E, Sponsor: CAOC, AFFOR A3A
362822N/0713942E, 360314N/0711017E, (e-mail: affora3aairspace@afcent.af.mil)
355722N/0711923E, 354151N/0713108E,
353735N/0713004E, 353350N/0713453E,
353038N/0713629E, 352517N/0713909E, FL290
352100N/0713245E, 351155N/0713805E,
FL160
350602N/0713317E, 350146N/0713212E,
345312N/0711851E, 344720N/0711714E,
344127N/0710529E, 343846N/0710601E,
343013N/0710008E, 342701N/0710248E,
342244N/0710705E, 341651N/0710705E,
340922N/0710601E, 340329N/0710216E,
340049N/0705031E, 340049N/0704157E,
340434N/0703500E, 341755N/0700953E,
342557N/0701337E, 343326N/0701514E,
344055N/0701337E, 345312N/0701618E,
350811N/0701618E, 352205N/0700849E

AIP ENR 5.19
1 2 3
315448N/06642’40E,3327’11”N/0683451E, FIRING
334704N/0685039E, Hours: Via NOTAM, or ATC
334439N/06907’43E, 334511N/0692234E, Service: Nil
334857N/0693706E,
335242N/0695507E, or deconfliction instructions.
334351N/0700223E, (e-mail: affora3aairspace@afcent.af.mil)
334318N/0700533E, 334110N/0700939E,
333812N/0701114E,
333547N/0701152E, 333129N/0701036E,
332639N/0701521E,
332149N/0701927E, 331611N/0701540E,
331209N/0700649E,
331313N/0700436E,330856N/0700204E,
330735N/0695701E,
330614N/0695545E,330631N/0694907E,
330807N/0694810E,
330614N/0694404E,330614N/0693454E,
330140N/0693028E,
FL290
325425N/0693028E,325216N/0693144E,
325056N/0692834E, FL160
324815N/0692622E,324654N/0692350E,
324429N/0692447E,
324011N/0692719E,323505N/0692312E,
323152N/0691712E,
322750N/0691421E,322155N/0691615E,
320830N/0691556E,
320548N/0691731E,315640N/0691944E,
315014N/0691131E,
313752N/0690143E,313913N/0685755E,
313616N/0685446E,
313648N/0684845E,314001N/0684652E,
314122N/0684323E,
314612N/0684207E,314644N/0683801E,
314941N/0683451E,
314556N/0682638E,314524N/0681650E,
314749N/0681535E,
314925N/0680953E,314154N/0680315E,
313808N/0675618E,
313704N/0675037E,313838N/0673755E,
313838N/0671632E,
313910N/0664916E.
FIRING
303904N/0655110E, 294904N/0660245E,
304052N/0653744E. FL160-FL260 Service: Nil
GND-14000 AMSL Remarks: Contact KACC for status and transit
OAR904A POLYGON Activity: VARIOUS MILITARY INCLUDING LIVE
FIRING
301405N/0645046E, 302207N/0633326E,
301405N/0645046E, FL160-FL260 Service: Nil
GND- 14000 AMSL Remarks: Contact KACC for status and transit

AIP ENR 5.110
1 2 3
OAR904B POLYGON Activity: VARIOUS MILITARY INCLUDING LIVE
301405N/0645046E, 293422N/0642531E, FIRING
292446N/0640419E, 292958N/0633503E, FL160-FL260 Service: Nil
292358N/0622840E, 293658N/0614630E, GND-14000 AMSL Remarks: Contact KACC for status and transit
302207N/0633326E, 301405N/0645046E,
FIRING
301029N/0620536E, 320142N/0633253E,
314542N/0645334E, 313518N/0645141E, FL290 Service: Nil
312542N/0645141E, 311853N/0645306E FL160 Remarks: Contact KACC for status and transit
FIRING
323448N/0644734E, 330857N/0660933E,
322009N/0654703E, 321955N/0654435E, Service: Nil
321935N/0654134E, 321921N/0653912E, FL160-FL290
321907N/0653644E, 321823N/0653326E, GND-14000 AMSL or deconfliction instructions.
321702N/0652927E, 321559N/0652711E,
321107N/0651653E.
OAR907A POLYGON Activity: VARIOUS MILITARY INCLUDING

332029N/0663756E, 340311N/0682503E, LIVE FIRING
325514N/0672112E, 332029N/0663756E, FL160-FL290 Service: Nil
OAR907B POLYGON Activity: VARIOUS MILITARY INCLUDING LIVE
332029N/0663756E, 325514N/0672112E, FIRING
321022N/0662652E,321545N/0661917E, Hours: Via NOTAM, or ATC
332029N/0663756E FL160-FL290 Service: Nil
GND 14000 AMSL Remarks: Contact KACC for status and transit
FIRING
342119N/0681324E, 334833N/0665003E,
342207N/0670528E. Hours: Via NOTAM, or ATC
FL290 Service: Nil

AIP ENR 5.111
1 2 3
FIRING
345943N/0671558E, 344232N/0680432E,
344320N/0671142E Hours: Via NOTAM, or ATC
FL290 Service: Nil
FIRING
361633N/0674352E, 352129N/0682116E,
352024N/0672311E FL290 Service: Nil
FIRING
362926N/0685313E, 355712N/0682734E,
363135N/0680334E. Hours: Via NOTAM, or ATC
FL160-FL290 Service: Nil
FIRING
362701N/0692209E, 355849N/0693954E,
354611N/0690106E, 354033N/0684500E FL290 Service: Nil
FIRING
362436N/0695303E, 364814N/0700533E,
FL290 Service: Nil
FIRING
370059N/0692947E, 371348N/0701650E,
373231N/0700640E, 373407N/0695807E, FL160 Remarks: Contact KACC for status and transit
373544N/0693123E, 372638N/0692426E,
371140N/0692250E. Sponsor: , CAOC, AFFOR A3A

AIP ENR 5.112
1 2 3
FIRING
371345N/0673518E, 371120N/0674708E,
FL160
371659N/0684559E, 371450N/0684936E,
365320N/0674847E. (e-mail: affora3aairspace@afcent.af.mil)

FIRING
370807N/0671106E, 371136N/0671602E,
372221N/0670332E, 372325N/0665619E, Service: Nil
371924N/0663913E, 372133N/0663437E, FL290
371940N/0662723E, 371956N/0661930E, FL160
363955N/0662803E, 364356N/0664032E,
365128N/0664250E, 365915N/0664825E,
370614N/0670015E.

FIRING
371417N/0653210E, 363223N/0660324E,
371417N/0651525E.
FIRING
353111N/0634029E, 354944N/0630813E,
355852N0640441E, 355930N/0640639E, Remarks: Contact KACC for status and transit
FL160
360828N/0641209E, 360809N/0641530E,
355501N/0642235E. (e-mail: affora3aairspace@afcent.af.mil)

FIRING
344056N/0622809E, 344134N/0622504E,
344301N/0621143E, 344232N/0620837E, Service: Nil
352008N/0611157E, 352447N/0611342E,
352749N/0613216E, 352525N/0613631E,
352408N/0614600E, 352506N/0615159E, FL290
352554N/0615701E, 352623N/0615944E,
FL160
352535N/0620324E, 352251N/0620555E,
351959N/0620901E, 351901N/0621120E,
351754N/0621351E, 351706N/0621535E,
350808N/0621708E, 350730N/0621904E,
350944N/0622158E, 351549N/0622907E,
351159N/0623554E, 351325N/0624142E,
351511N/0624545E, 351715N/0624805E,
351930N/0625318E, 352135N/0625722E,
352311N/0630114E, 352447N/0630517E,
352515N/0630604E, 351803N/0631642E,
350758N/0625831E.

AIP ENR 5.113
1 2 3
FIRING
325153N/0615618E, 320210N/0614849E,
320030N/0605027E, 321542N/0605509E, Service: Nil
333607N/0604006E, 334207N/0603716E,
340207N/0603524E, 340831N/0603524E, FL290 (e-mail: affora3aairspace@afcent.af.mil)
341207N/0604006E, 341543N/0604448E,
FL160
341631N/0605248E, 341631N/0605826E,
341943N/0605923E, 342255N/0605702E,
342519N/0605537E, 343007N/0605123E,
343119N/0605537E, 343519N/0605702E,
343943N/0610405E, 345255N/0610626E,
342607N/0613950E, 341655N/0613632E,
341119N/0613632E, 335631N/0614114E,
335007N/0614721E, 334631N/0615232E,
334407N/0620003E

FIRING
332542N/0625505E, 332654N/0625726E,
323918N/0640221E, 322454N/0632954E Hours: Via NOTAM, or ATC
FL290 Service: Nil
FIRING
340153N/0624750E, 340553N/0624945E,
333519N/0661722E, 325012N/0642841E. FL290 Service: Nil
FIRING
350516N/0633849E, 343752N/0642042E,
342707N/0624754E, 344909N/0631302E Hours: Via NOTAM, or ATC
FL290 Service: Nil
FIRING
351725N/0640044E, 354340N/0644811E,
344027N/0645853E FL290 Service: Nil
FIRING
353318N/0664151E, 361335N/0661613E,
FL290 Service: Nil

AIP ENR 5.114
1 2 3
FIRING
354242N/0670412E, 362155N/0664012E,
361721N/0670610E, 361721N/0671701E FL290 Service: Nil
FL160 Remarks: Contact KACC for status and transit,
FIRING
294629N/0611647E, 295141N/0605855E,
331628N/0623103E, 321142N/0630844E

AIP ENR 5.115
4.2.1. Special Use Restricted Area Map (Low)

AIP ENR 5.116
4.2.2. Special Use Restricted Area Map (HIGH)

AIP
AFGHANISTAN

AIP ENR 5.117
4.3. Danger Areas

Identification, Name and Lateral Limits Upper Limit (ft) Remarks (time of activity, type of restriction,
Lower Limit (ft) nature of hazard, risk of interception)
1 2 3
Activity: Tethered Balloon
OAD101 LIGHTNING Hours: H24
A circle 0.33NM radius centered on position Service: Unknown
3000AGL
333504N 0691551E GND Remarks: A tethered aerostat is secured to this
location and may drift up to .3NM from this point.
ACFT are to avoid overflight of aerostat or near
tethered path.
Sponsor: SVOIP: 718-552-1123
TAAC-EAST
Hours: H24
OAD103 DAHLKE
Service: Unknown
A circle 0.27NM radius centered on position 2000 AGL Remarks: A tethered aerostat is secured to this
335446N 0690512E GND
location and may drift up to 0.3 NM from this
Point. ACFT are to avoid overflight of
Aerostat or near aerostat tethered path.
Sponsor: TAAC-EAST SVOIP 706-787-2314
Activity: FIRING AREA ACTIVE W/O WARNING
OAD104 SPORTY RANGE Hours: H24
315505N 0640623E – 314720N 0640620E – FL150 Service: NIL
314722N 0635811E – 315507N 0635814E – GND Remarks: Contact BASTION APP / TWR for
315505N 0640623E Status and transit or avoidance instructions. Do
not enter unless in receipt of a positive
instruction to do so.
TH
Sponsor: 215 CORP TAAC-SOUTH WEST
Hours: H24
OAD105 SINK (E) RANGE
FL125 Service: NIL
315436N 0640638E – 315434N 0641026E –
315401N 0641104E – 315151N 0641102E Status and transit or avoidance instructions. Do
not enter unless in receipt of a positive instruction
to do so.
TH
OAD106 SILO RANGE Hours: H24
315152N 0641024E – 315018N 0641023E – FL125 Service: Bastion
314725N 0641056E – 314725N 0640633E – Status and transit or avoidance instructions. Do
315154N 0640636E - 315152N 0641024E not enter unless in receipt of a positive instruction
to do so.
TH
OAD107 CHAPMAN Hours: H24
332026N 0695737E 3000 AGL Remarks: A tethered aerostat is secured to this
GND
location and may drift up to 0.5NM from this point.
aerostat tethered path.
Sponsor: TAAC-EAST DSN: 318-449-0361

AIP ENR 5.118

OAD108 DWYER Hours: H24
GND location and may drift up to 0.5NM from this
point. ACFT are to avoid overflight of aerostat or
near aerostat tethered path.
Sponsor: JDOC BATTLE CAPT

TOC-DSN 303-551-2710
TAAC-SOUTH WEST
OAD109 SHANK Hours: H24
A circle 0.12N M radius centered on position Service: Unknown
GND
RD
Sponsor: 203 CORPS DSN: 318-449-0361
TAAC-EAST
Activity: FIRING RANGE
OAD112 QARGHA RANGE Hours: H24
343315N 0690322E – 343316N 0690324E FL190 Service: Unknown
GND Remarks: Aircrews should approach the site with
343312N 0690330E – 343310N 0690327E
caution.
Sponsor: TAAC-CAPITAL
OAD113 MARMAL (MeS) Activity: Tethered Balloon

Hours: H24
A circle 0.27NM radius centered on position 2000 AGL
Service: Mazar TWR for status: 126.125 or
GND
364141N0671337E 135.35 VHF ATIS: 123.525 VHF
Remarks: A tethered aerostat is secured to this
location and may drift up to 0.3NM from this
point. ACFT are to avoid overflight of the
aerostat.
Sponsor: TAAC-NORTH DSN: 318-424-6060

OAD114 CLEVELAND Hours: H24
11 000 AMSL Service: Unknown
A circle with radius 1NM centered on position GND
342718N0690636E Remarks: Do not enter unless in receipt of a
positive instruction to do so.
th
Sponsor: 111 CORPS TAAC -CAPITAL
OAD116 BAGRAM 2 Hours: H24
Service: Bagram APP/TWR
345548N 0691640E Remarks: A tethered aerostat is secured to this
Sponsor: Bagram
SVOIP 308-431-1880 TAAC-EAST
OAD117 BAGRAM Hours: H24
Service: Bagram APP/TWR
A circle 0.33NM radius centered on position
3000 AGL location and may drift up to 0.5NM from this
GND point. ACFT are to avoid overflight of aerostat or
Sponsor: Bagram
VOIP 308-431-1880 TAAC-EAST

AIP ENR 5.119

OAD118 GAMBERI Hours: H24
A circle 0.33NM radius centered on position 3000 AGL Service: Unknown
343127N0702103E GND Remarks: A tethered aerostat is secured to this
OAD119 KAF Hours: H24
Point. ACFT are to avoid overflight of aerostat or
Sponsor: JDOC Battle Captain
TOC-DSN 318-421-5464 TAAC-SOUTH

OAD120 KAF2 Hours: H24
2500 AGL
Sponsor: JDOC BATTLE CAPT
DSN: 318-421-5464 TAAC-SOUTH

OAD122 MAHOLIC Hours: H24
3000 AGL
Sponsor: MAHOLIC AIR OPS
DSN: 303-421-1609 TAAC-SOUTH
OAD123 PASAB2 Hours: H24
GND
TH
Sponsor: 205 CORP DSN: 318-449-0361
TAAC-SOUTH
OAD124 SHORABAK Hours: H24
GND
TH
Sponsor: 215 CORP DSN: 318-449-0361
TAAC-SOUTH WEST

AIP ENR 5.120
OAD125 JALALABAD Activity: Tethered Balloon

A circle 0.33NM radius centered on position Hours: H24
342354N 0703020E 3000 AGL Service: Unknown
GND Remarks: A tethered aerostat is secured to this

OAD126 HERAT Hours: H24
near the tethered path.
Sponsor: TAAC-WEST
email: jatf-boc-chief@herat.aeronautica.difesa.it
SVOIP: 390-391-1160

OAD127 LAGHMAN
Hours: H24
344104N 0701200E GND Service: Unknown
Remarks: A tethered aerostat is secured to this
Sponsor: 201st Corps DSN: 318-449-0361
TAAC-CAPITAL

OAD128 DARULAMAN Hours: H24
342729N0690603E GND Remarks: A tethered aerostat is secured to this
th
TAAC-CAPITAL
Hours: H24
OAD129 CAMP RS
Service: Kabul Approach/Tower
A circle 0.27NM radius centered on position Remarks: A tethered aerostat is secured to this
343145N 0691135E 2500 AGL
GND location and may drift up to 0.2NM from this point.
Sponsor: RS HQ DSN: 318-449-0361
TAAC-CAPITAL
OAD130 SIA SANG Hours: H24
A circle 0.12NM radius centered on position Service: Kabul Approach/Tower
GND
TH
TAAC-CAPITAL

AIP ENR 5.121

Hours: H24
OAD131 QARGHA
Service: Unknown
Sponsor: TAAC-CAPITAL DSN: 318-449-0361


AIP ENR 5.21
ENR 5.2 MILITARY EXERCISE AND TRAINING AREAS AND AIR DEFENCE
IDENTIFICATION ZONE
1. Military exercise and training areas are all enclosed within prohibited, restricted or
danger areas. These areas, including the times of activity and the relevant restrictions
placed upon non-participating traffic, are listed in ENR 5.1. NOTAMs may be used to
notify activation of such areas on a non-scheduled basis.

AIP
AFGHANISTAN

AIP ENR 5.31
ENR 5.3 OTHER ACTIVITIES OF A DANGEROUS NATURE AND OTHER POTENTIAL

HAZARDS
1. All operators are advised that non-military operations could be at significant risk
because of ongoing military operations in Afghanistan. There are continuing reports
of indiscriminate small arms and missile attacks on ACFT operating in Afghanistan,
primarily at low altitudes. Therefore, operators that undertake flights within the Kabul
FIR shall do so at their own risk. Compliance with AIP procedures is mandatory;
safety of ACFT operating in the Kabul FIR requires strict adherence to AIP
procedures. Failure to comply with the procedures in this AIP may result in
interception by armed coalition fighter ACFT.
2. The following demolition sites have been identified by HQ RS (Resolute Support) in
Afghanistan.
2.1. Central Region
DEH SABZ 344527N0692924E
LALAM KUNJ 343215N0694357E
2.2. The Northern Region
OURGU 370456N0702953E
SARI SANG 365723N0695658E
IRGANAK 364010N0684450E
KAR KAR 360022N0684309E
DORAHI 365439N0672101E
2.3. The Western Region
KHOM CHAR 342951N0621732E
SHAIDAYEE 342347N0622209E
Unknown 342657N0621902E
2.4. The Southern Region
QESHIA JADID 314038N0654547E
2.5. The Eastern Region
DARI SAYEDAH 345653N0684943E
SAMAR KHAIL 342035N0703637E
DASHTI GANBAIRY 343018N0702208E
3. The reliability of the above positions is uncertain. The width and the altitude of the
sites are unknown. ACFT captains are to approach and overfly the locations with
utmost caution.

AIP ENR 5.32
4. Ascents of Radio sondes and Radar High Altitude Wind Observations.

Place of Release Weight Length Rate of Operator
Ascent time kg of Unit Ascent
M ft./MIN
Kabul 1130Z 0.45 30 1 000 OAKB MET Office
343400N 2330Z Kabul ISAF
0691300E +93(0) 700 13 3117;
+93(0) 786 259 951
+6883117
IVSN 60 688 3117

AIP ENR 5.41
ENR 5.4 AIR NAVIGATION OBSTACLES – ENROUTE

1. Not available at this time.

AIP
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ENR 5.5 AERIAL SPORTING AND RECREATIONAL ACTIVITIES

1. There is no known aerial sporting or recreational activities affecting the Kabul FIR.

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AIP ENR 5.61
ENR 5.6 BIRD MIGRATION AND AREAS WITH SENSITIVE FAUNA

1. Introduction
1.1. The following information was gathered after the examination of HKIA, Kandahar,
Mazar-e-Sharif, Herat, Bagram, and Tarin Kowt’s bird activities.
2. Afghanistan’s Geography, Climate, and Vegetation
1.2. Afghanistan is located in the center of Asia and is landlocked between Pakistan, Iran,
Uzbekistan, Turkmenistan, Tajikistan, and China. The country is mountainous and is
mostly situated at 2000 meters elevation. The climate is continental, arid to semi-arid,
with low annual precipitation (on average the yearly precipitation is 335 mm), resulting
in droughts and limited fresh water availability in large parts of the country. It mainly
rains and snows between October and April. The snow from the mountains feeds the
rivers year round. Afghanistan has many rivers that are suitable for irrigating their
valleys. The largest part of the country is dry with steppe vegetation. This part is
used for grazing livestock and for growing crops that require dry conditions. The
remaining areas are either too dry or too rugged for growing crops and are therefore
grazed by livestock. Trees are scarce and currently present in forests (East-
Afghanistan), river valleys and in orchards and built-up areas.
3. Bird Strikes
1.3. A bird strike database is not maintained for Afghanistan. In general, the number of
bird strikes is low in the October to March period, most bird strikes occur in summer,
except for the month of July, and during autumn migration. Weights of the birds
involved in the strikes can be categorized as follows:
- Up to 50 grams: Strikes involving small birds like swallows, Fez’s, sparrows, and
larks.
- Between 50 and 100 grams: Strikes involving birds like thrushes and starlings.
- Between 100 and 500 grams: Strikes involving birds like waders, plovers, ducks,
and pigeons.
4. Birds
4.1. Since Afghanistan is in the middle of the breeding (Russia), and wintering (India /
Africa) ranges of many species, high bird numbers occur during spring and autumn
migration. Since these migrating birds have, like many juvenile birds that fledge in
summer, no experience with ACFT, the most bird strikes occur during these periods.
Birds that have been observed in Afghanistan:
4.1.1. Geese. At Mazar-e-Sharif, geese (among which Graylag Goose and White-fronted
goose could be identified) were found in the grass strips adjacent to the RWY. Data
about their numbers, arrival and departure dates, time of day visiting the airport, etc.
are not recorded, but around 1000 geese are present during the whole month of
January. Geese have not been recorded at other airfields.
4.1.2. Birds related to water and moist soils - waterfowl, waders, and plovers. Open
waters and moist soils are not present at Mazar-e-Sharif and Herat. Kandahar has
the most water, a kilometer long creek with adjacent marshland (width 25 Meters), 2
ponds, and 1 sewage pit. The 1-hectare pond close to the RWY attracts most
waterfowl. Observing the birds arriving at and departing from this pond, it appears
that the following species cross the ACFT flight paths: Black-headed gulls, Dunlins,
Black-winged stilts, Night herons and Shovelers. The other pond, creek, and sewage
pit have single numbers of Little-ringed Plover, Black-winged stilt, Intermediate Egret,
Green Sandpiper, and Ruff. At Tarin Kowt, a few birds are present in the sewage
pits: Black-winged stilts, Ruff and Lapwing. Birds never occur in the creeks of Kabul
and Bagram (including Bagram’s small pond), according to the local personnel. This
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Bagram’s creek, and the pond has a chemical color and smells polluted. Near the
RWY of Kabul, Lapwings are observed at the end of March. After the first rains,
migrating waterfowl appear at Kabul. Tens of Curlews, Avocets, and small plovers
are present. In April, Cormorants are observed circling above Bagram’s RWY and
then heading for the river valley. In March, White-tailed Lapwings are present in the
vicinity of Bagram. Gulls, ducks, and other waterfowl appear in Bagram and Kabul
during rainfall in Sept - Oct and March- April (autumn and spring migration
season).10’s of Great Black-headed gulls appear at Kabul during snowfall in
February. At Bagram, thousands of Demoiselle cranes have been observed in the last
years passing by enroute to their northern breeding grounds in March and April.
These flights coincide with ACFT flight paths. As with the geese at Mazar-e-Sharif,
data about the numbers of cranes, arrival, and departure dates, time of day passing
by, the height of flight, etc. have never been recorded. Therefore, it is not known
whether the Demoiselle cranes use the Ghorban valley as a stopover site, or that they
continue their flight without stopping. In other years, some Demoiselle cranes were
even spotted in airfield itself.
4.1.3. Birds of prey. Most birds of prey (raptors) hunt for living animals while a few birds,
like vultures, rely on carrion (dead animals and animal parts found in the garbage). A
few species, like kites, feed on a mix of carrion and animals captured alive. Of all
raptors, vultures are most hazardous to ACFT because of their weight and the many
hours spent soaring in the air looking for carrion. According to the bird guide (Birds of
South Asia), a few vulture species are inhabitants of Afghanistan. Although huge
numbers of sheep and goat were grazing the steppes and semi-deserts, the number
per flock was small, and each flock was tended by a shepherd. It is expected that the
shepherds take away the animals before dying, leaving no food for vultures and kites.
At the airfields, carcasses of wild animals are rare and if present, they are eaten by
Jackals and foxes. Carrion can only be found in the burn pits at Kandahar, and
Bagram, being meat leftovers from the restaurants. The garbage at the other airfields
is transported to landfills outside the airfields. At Kandahar, the burn pits are not
visited by birds of prey. Only Bagram´s burn pit attracts raptors; Black-eared kites are
present at the burn pit early in the mornings. Black-eared Kites are observed soaring
at different places above the Ghorban river valley, adjacent to Bagram. Around dawn
and dusk, they soar up to 1 kilometer above the river valley, coinciding with the flight
paths of ACFT flying over the valley. According to Bagram´s personnel, the Black-
eared kites are, like the Demoiselle cranes, only present in the migration periods.
Other raptors that are observed at Bagram are (in single numbers) the Long-legged
buzzard, Kestrel, Osprey, and Short eared Owl. At Kandahar, few Raptors are
observed, i.e. the Pallid harrier and Kestrel. Steppe eagles are observed at Mazar-e-
Sharif and at Herat. Other raptors at Herat are the Kestrel and the Black kite. At Kabul
airport, in total 5 species of raptors are observed; Pallid Harrier, Kestrel, Steppe Eagle
and Black-eared Kites on migration. Besides the Black-eared Kites, all other birds of
prey are observed hunting for small animals.
4.1.4. Passerines, partridges, and pigeons. Since the vegetation of the airfields is not
being grazed by sheep and goats or being mowed (except Kabul) the vegetation at all
airfields is more natural, lush and dense than the vegetation in the vicinity. For this
reason, more seeds and insects are present at the airfields than in the vicinity, and
thus the airfields are more attractive to birds. At each airfield, House sparrows and
Tree sparrows are present. As observed at Kabul, these species reach high numbers
in spring and summer, finding abundant insects, that thrive in the lush vegetation, and
seeds produced by grasses and other plants. Furthermore, 10’s of Barn Swallows and
Crested Larks are present at each airfield, feeding on insects. The Crested lark finds
insects on the ground; the Barn swallow is catching insects in the air. At Bagram,
single Swifts and Alpine swifts are observed. These bird species are, like the Barn
swallow, foraging on flying insects. Bee-eaters also catch flying insects. The bee-

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eaters are expected to be present at all airfields during summer. As observed at

Kabul in 2007, a few hundred Barn swallows and tens of Bee-eaters were present in
And August, attracted by the insects flying in above the vegetation. Furthermore,
many other small passerines are observed, among which are Yellow Wagtail, Isabel
line shrike, Blue throat, Stonechat and Red-breasted flycatcher. These species
typically are not hazardous to ACFT because they rarely cross the RWY. The Black
francolin (both male and female) is observed at Kandahar. From the pigeon family,
the Laughing dove is present at all airfields. They rarely cross the RWY, since they
can find enough food in the built-up areas. The Racing pigeons, kept by pigeon-
fanciers in the vicinity and their feral relatives are observed crossing the RWY at all
air bases.
4.1.5. Species from built-up areas. House and Tree Sparrow, Racing pigeon, laughing
dove, Magpie (Pica pica) and Myna find shelter in the campsites at all air bases. In
winter, up to 5,000 Myna's roost in various buildings and trees at Bagram. Of
particular concern is the approximately 1000 Myna’s roosting in the helicopter
hangars; these birds cause a lot of trouble with their droppings and noise. At other
airfields, Myna’s are, like the other birds in the built-up areas, rarely troublesome.

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ENR 6 ENROUTE CHART – ICAO

ENR 6.1 AFGHANISTAN LOW LEVEL ENROUTE CHART
1. Enroute charts are not issued at this time. For route description and graphic
presentation, see ENR 3.1.
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AIP ENR 6.2-1
ENR 6.2 AFGHANISTAN HIGH-LEVEL ENROUTE CHART
1. Enroute charts are not issued at this time. For route description and graphic
presentation, see ENR 3.2.

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PART 2 – ENROUTE (ENR)

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1. Definition of Air Traffic Incidents .......................................... ENR 1.14-1

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ENR 5.4 Air Navigation Obstacles – Enroute……………………... ..... ENR 5.4-1

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ENR 1 GENERAL RULES AND PROCEDURES

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stated in the operations manual or appropriate crew guidance. Applications for

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either on the assigned frequency or on the distress and emergency frequency

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3.11. Height Monitoring Requirements

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Para Message Phraseology

2. A pilot indication of non-RVSM NEGATIVE RVSM*

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Para Message Phraseology

3. A pilot indication of RVSM approval AFFIRM RVSM*

4. State ACFT, non-RVSM approved, NEGATIVE RVSM STATE ACFT*

6. For the case of an individual ACFT UNABLE RVSM DUE TURBULENCE*

7. The phraseology required of a pilot to UNABLE RVSM DUE EQUIPMENT*

8. The pilot shall communicate his/her READY TO RESUME RVSM*

Note: * indicates a pilot transmission

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Example 1: A non-RVSM approved State ACFT, maintaining FL 260, subsequently requests

Pilot RTF:(call sign) REQUEST FL 320, NEGATIVE RVSM

Example 2: A non-RVSM approved State ACFT, maintaining FL 260, subsequently requests

Pilot RTF:(call sign) REQUEST FL 430, NEGATIVE RVSM

Example 3: A non-RVSM approved State ACFT, maintaining FL 360, subsequently requests

Pilot RTF: (call sign) REQUEST FL 380, NEGATIVE RVSM

Example 4: A non-RVSM approved civil ACFT, maintaining FL 280, subsequently requests a

Pilot RTF:(call sign) REQUEST FL 320, NEGATIVE RVSM

3.18. CONTROLLER/CONTROLLER RVSM PHRASEOLOGY

Para Message Phraseology

1. To verbally supplement an NEGATIVE RVSM or

2. To verbally supplement estimate NEGATIVE RVSM or

3. To communicate the cause of a UNABLE RVSM DUE TURBULENCE (or

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ENR 1.2 VISUAL FLIGHT RULES

Altitude Band Airspace Class Flight Visibility Distance from Cloud

At and above 10 000ft 1 500 m horizontally

Below 10 000ft AMSL

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ENR 1.3 INSTRUMENT FLIGHT RULES (IFR)

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contact TAC C2. TAC C2 communication procedures described in ENR 1.2

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