What is notam
Amidst the possibility of war, India will practice massive airstrikes on the southern part of the Indo-Pak border. This air exercise will be held on 07-08 May i.e. Wednesday and Thursday. India has released a notam for this. What is the notam that has been released in view of the tension between India and Pakistan. Let’s know about this.
What is notam, understand in easy language
Notam Meaning “Notice to an.” You must have understood from the word Airmen that it is connected to the area of the aircraft. Actually, notam is a notice. Which gives important information related to air travel to pilots, air traffic controllers and others associated with aviation. The main objective of Notam is to make air travel safe and smooth. Through this, information is given about any temporary change or danger in any airport, airspace or other aeronautical facilities. This information is given through telecommunication so that people associated with flight operations can find out immediately and change their flight plan. This means that it is the most important part of the entire flight operation.
Notam It is only through flights that get information about takeoff or landing. It collects real time data and gives airport operations or air traffic control (ATC). The ATC then delivers it to the pilots sitting on the aircraft.
What is notam
Why is notam necessary?
Whenever there is a special situation related to the airspace or airport, such as the runway shutdown, bad weather, no threat in airspace, or any new system, then it is necessary to inform all the people concerned immediately. Notam does this work. This ensures that pilots and other employees know in advance about these changes or dangers, so that they can take appropriate decisions.
Information involved in notam
What is the information in Notam?
Notam can contain many information. Such as:-
- Information related to airport: If the runway of an airport is closed for repair, or there is any obstruction on the taxiway, it is reported in the NOTAM.
- Aircraft Status: If military exercises are taking place in an area, drones are flying, or a particular aircraft is restricted, it is included in the NOTAM.
- Weather warning: If there is a possibility of storm, heavy rain, or fog on a way, pilots are informed about it.
- Navigation Equipment: If a radio navigation system or radar is not working, it is also reported in NOTAM.
- Other danger: Such as a flock of birds in the airspace, the use of laser lights, or any other abnormal activity.
The main objective of Notam is to make air travel safe and smooth.
How does notam works?
Notam Is released by the Aviation Authority (eg India in India – Directorate General of Civil Aviation) or Airport Management. It is transported to pilots, airlines, and air traffic controls through the digital system. Nowadays NOTAM can be easily viewed through mobile apps, emails, or aviation software.
How many types are notam
How to use notam?
Pilots definitely check NOTAM while planning a flight. This is part of their pre-flight briefing. If a notam affects a path or airport, pilots make alternative plans, such as choosing another way or changing the time of flight.
Know something else about notam
Notam is used not only for commercial flights, but also for private pilots, drone operators, and military flights. Thousands of notams are released every day around the world. Special codes and brief words are used to understand notam, but nowadays it is also made available in easy language.
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