The Guilde Luxembourgeoise des Contrôleurs de la Circulation Aérienne (GLCCA) has been closely monitoring the evolution of remote tower technology in recent years. In doing so, we have actively engaged with industry developments, followed IFATCA and EASA guidelines, and collaborated with European counterparts to evaluate its suitability for Luxembourg Airport (ELLX). With extensive experience in…
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Is Remote Tower Safe? Study on Safety Risks of Virtual Towers
In recent years, remote (virtual) tower technology has received increasing attention as a potential solution for air traffic control. While this technology could offer certain cost benefits and operational flexibility, its suitability for complex airports with mixed traffic, high movement volumes, and complex layouts remains highly questionable. This feasibility assessment analyzes the safety risks, operational…
Nearly 90000 movements in 2017
In 2017, nearly 90000 Movements have been registered at ELLX, 74515 international movements and 15429 local movements, all under the responsibility of the aerodrome control tower. This means nearly 3’600’000 passengers and 900’000 tons of freight have been handled at Luxembourg Airport. For more detailed information you may consult https://ana.public.lu/fr/statistiques/index.html
Lettre ouverte au gouvernement
Lettre ouverte au gouvernement du 8 Mai 2017 Lettre-ouverte.doc
Les fonctionnaires de l’Ana maintiennent la pression | Paperjam News
À deux jours de la deuxième réunion de conciliation sur la réforme de l’Administration de la navigation aérienne (Ana), la représentation du personnel et la Guilde luxembourgeoise des contrôleurs aériens dénoncent d’une seule voix «la mise aux enchères» de leur administration. Source: Les fonctionnaires de l’Ana maintiennent la pression | Paperjam News
Luxemburger Wort – Personalvertreter befürchten Ausverkauf der ANA
Personalvertreter befürchten Ausverkauf der ANA Source: Luxemburger Wort – Personalvertreter befürchten Ausverkauf der ANA
Video of traffic in Luxembourg at night
New SIDs
As of today, due to magnetic variation (1 degree to the east), the SIDs (Standard Instrument Departure Routes) have been updated. The number in each SID has been incremented by 1.
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Installation of ASMGCS
The airport is now equipped with an ASMGCS (Advanced Surface Movement Guidance and Control System) assisting the controller during marginal meteorological conditions.