DAFMAN13-204_RAMSTEINSUP — Airfield Operations

DAFMAN13-204_RAMSTEINSUP governs air traffic control, airfield management, airspace, and flight line activities at Ramstein Air Base.

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  • Publication number: DAFMAN13-204_RAMSTEINSUP
  • Title: AIRFIELD OPERATIONS
  • Date: 2024-02-25

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DAFMAN13-204_RAMSTEINSUP describes the operational environment for Ramstein Air Base and the local area. It prescribes policies and procedures for airfield operations, including runway selection and aircraft services.

Applies to: The provisions of this instruction are directive in nature and apply to all assigned/attached units and Air Force Reserve and Air National Guard personnel.

Topics covered

  • Ramstein airfield operations
  • Air traffic control
  • Airfield management
  • Airspace procedures
  • Flight line activities
  • Runway selection procedures
  • Aircraft arresting systems
  • Bird-Aircraft Strike Hazard program

Questions and answers

When is Runway 26 used at Ramstein Air Base?

Runway 26 shall be the runway in use whenever the prevailing wind speed is less than 5 knots regardless of wind direction. (paragraph 7)

Can the tower designate a runway that is not favored by the prevailing wind?

The tower watch supervisor may designate a runway in use other than that favored by the prevailing wind when an operational advantage will be gained. (paragraph 7)

When are opposite direction operations approved?

Pilot requests for opposite direction operations will be approved on a workload- permitting basis. (paragraph 7)

Are simultaneous runway operations authorized at Ramstein Air Base?

Simultaneous runway operations are not authorized at Ramstein AB. (paragraph 7)

When may pilots deviate from the procedures in DAFMAN13-204_RAMSTEINSUP?

Pilots may deviate from the procedures contained herein in the interest of flight safety or when directed by Langen Air Control Center (ACC), Ramstein Ground Controlled Approach (GCA), Ramstein Tower, or other competent authority.

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