TC 3-04.15 — Air Traffic Control Facility Operations, Training, Maintenance, And Standardization
TC 3-04.15 governs the operation and management of US Army air traffic facilities and the standards supporting Army aviation operations.
- Publication number: TC 3-04.15
- Title: AIR TRAFFIC CONTROL FACILITY OPERATIONS, TRAINING, MAINTENANCE, AND STANDARDIZATION
- Date: 10/08/2019
- Proponent: T2COM
- Status: ACTIVE
View TC 3-04.15 on armypubs.army.mil
TC 3-04.15 covers facility administration, fixed-base and tactical air traffic services, controller training, and maintenance certification. It requires standards for staffing, ratings, equipment checks, recorded media, UAS operations, and readiness training.
Applies to: Additionally, the following publications apply to all Army controllers and contractors providing ATC support to the Army:
Topics covered
- ATC facility administration
- Tactical air traffic services
- Controller training programs
- Maintenance certification
- UAS airspace deconfliction
- Equipment checks
- Recorded media procedures
- Controller readiness levels
Questions and answers
What does TC 3-04.15 standardize for installation ATC operations?
The procedures within part one of this publication standardize US Army ATC operations and management of installation facilities. (paragraph 1-1)
Are waivers or deviations from TC 3-04.15 procedures allowed?
Unless specifically identified otherwise in the text, waivers or deviations from these procedures shall be processed according to AR 95-2. (paragraph 95-2)
What time standard must ATC facilities use for operational activities?
All ATC facilities will use UTC and date in all operational activities. (paragraph 5-80)
When must an ATC facility equipment checklist be completed?
The facility chief will establish an equipment checklist to be completed at the beginning of the day. (paragraph 5-83)
What separation standard applies to UAS operations outside active restricted areas?
Radar facilities will apply category A separation standards to UAS operations outside of established active restricted areas. (paragraph 6-31)