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Document Control Details
Type Procedure
Revision R01/2025
Effective Date 11 SEP 2025
Prepared by Sebastian Delcroix - ACCLEV3
Approved by Jordan Townsend - ACCLEV1
Next review date 08 MAR 2026
Cancelled documents Levant vACC ATS Policy for Home/Visiting Members

Purpose & Scope

This Standard Operating Procedure (SOP) outlines the procedures, responsibilities, and coordination requirements for terminal area operations within the Dubai CTA on the VATSIM network. Its primary goal is to ensure safe, efficient, and standardized handling of IFR and VFR traffic across all sectors.

This document serves as a reference for both newly certified and experienced controllers operating within the Damascus TMA.

While this SOP focuses specifically on terminal area operations, it complements and should be used in nonjunction with other local SOPs, including those for aerodromes within the TMA, adherance to procedural operations and external LOAs.

Applicability

This SOP is applicable to all VATSIM air traffic controllers operating within the Damascus FIR at the enroute level, including:

  • Damascus TMA Controllers
  • Controllers operating in a top-down capacity from an enroute (CTR) position.
  • Visiting controllers approved by the relevant division or vACC.
  • Trainees working under supervision within enroute airspace.

All controllers are expected to adhere to the procedures set forth in this document in conjunction with the VATSIM Global Controller Ratings Policy, the VATSIM Code of Conduct, and applicable local policies.

Authority & Oversight

The development, maintenance, and enforcement of this SOP fall under the authority of the ATS department within the Levant vACC. Oversight is coordinated in line with regional and divisional policies set by the Middle East & North Africa Division (VATMENA) and the VATSIM Network.

Amendments or updates to this SOP may be issued as needed to reflect procedural changes, software updates, or coordination adjustments with neighboring FIRs. All controllers are responsible for remaining up to date with the latest version of this SOP and any associated supplements or notices.