Traffic information eligibility and transponders
ATS surveillance traffic information: ATC reports another aircraft seen on radar or ADS-B (RAC 1.5.3, RAC 5.7).
| Flight | Traffic information |
|---|---|
| IFR, CVFR | Automatic when traffic likely concerns pilot, traffic (or workload) permitting. Not given if pilot declines |
| VFR | On request only, subject to airspace classification. En route request needs transponder-equipped aircraft |
| VFR in Class E | May be provided on request, workload and equipment permitting (RAC 2.8.5) |
Controlling ATC unit frequency for en route request (RAC 5.7), found in:
- CFS (nearest controlled airport)
- En route (IFR) chart
- Ask a FIC
Trap: VFR flight that does not ask gets no traffic information.
References
- TC AIM RAC 1.5.3
- TC AIM RAC 2.8.5
- TC AIM RAC 5.7