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Operational procedures
6.10.2 Communication to the pilot regarding runway condition
Information about runway conditions can be received by the pilot in several
ways.
6.10.2.1 NOTAM / SNOWTAM
NOTAM is a general term for all aviation-related messages, covering both safety
and operational matters.
SNOWTAM (Snow and Ice Report) is a specific type of NOTAM that focuses on
informing about snow, ice, and winter conditions that may affect flight safety
on or near airports.
SNOWTAM reports contain information about:
- The amount of snow or ice on runways and taxiways
- Conditions such as fresh snow, freezing rain, or snowplow operations
- Weather conditions that could affect flight safety, such as slippery
runways or reduced visibility due to snow or fog
- Information about areas of the airport that may be obstructed by winter
conditions
The maximum validity of a SNOWTAM is 8 hours. After this, it is assumed, unless
a new SNOWTAM has been issued, that the runway condition is DRY.
At airports with limited service hours, this may not always be the case, so
caution is needed.
6.10.2.2 ATIS
When arriving at an airport, you can listen to
ATIS, which is an automatic broadcast of
information to arriving and departing flights.
Here, the Runway Condition Code is given as 3
digits.
Flight Theory PPL(A)(UL)/LAPL Henning Andersen, Midtjysk Flyveskole© 2025 601
