Section 1. Scratch Pad Entries
2-11-1. INTRODUCTION
Certain operational information is passed between TRACON positions and between the TRACON and Towers via the data block scratch pad areas. Use the scratch pad entries in accordance with procedures contained in this section. For satellite towers, utilize scratch pad entries in accordance procedures contained in the appropriate LOA.
2-11-2. SCRATCH PAD ENTRIES FOR AIRCRAFT ARRIVING MCO
Utilize scratch pad entries for MCO arrivals in accordance with Table below.
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MCO Scratch Pad Meanings Entry
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Type Approach
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Runway
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IL
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Instrument
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18L/36L
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IR
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Instrument
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18R/36R
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IZ
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Instrument
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17R/35L
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IE
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Instrument
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17L/35R
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VL
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Visual
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18L/36L
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VR
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Visual
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18R/36R
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VZ
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Visual
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17R/35L
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VE
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Visual
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17L/35R
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For all VFR arrivals, use the runway designator
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2-11-3. FILING PRACTICE APPROACH AND HOLDING REQUESTS
The symbols bellow conforms to local letter of agreements and are to be used in the data blocks.
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Approach and Holding Request Airport
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Symbol
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Approach
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Symbol
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ORL
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T
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ILS/BC
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I
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ISM
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K
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NDB
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N
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SFB
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F
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VOR
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V
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LEE
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L
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GPS
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G
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VOR Training Approach
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N/A
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VOR-T
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VT
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2-11-4. SCRATCH PAD ENTRIES FOR AIRCRAFT ARRIVING OTHER SATELLITE AIRPORTS
Utilize scratch pad entries for other satellite airports within MCO airspace in accordance with Table 2-11-9.
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Other Satellite Airport Scratch Pad Entries Entry
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Meaning
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E
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Eustis
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I
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COI
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L
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LEE
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O
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Orlando Apopka
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U
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Umatilla
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2-11-5. SCRATCH PAD ENTRIES FOR OVERFLIGHTS
For over flight traffic, place the destination in the scratch pad area.
2-11-6. BEELINE ARRIVAL
The Beeline Arrival procedure is designed for aircraft arriving MCO. A Beeline Approach is an approach to one of the MCO runways, utilizing visual approach or Class B sequencing procedures. When executing a Beeline Approach, the ARM/ARG controller must ensure separation between the MCO arrival traffic operating on the ORL runway 7/25 extended centerline, and Traffic departing east and west from MCO into STD/SA airspace.
Utilize the Beeline Arrival procedure in accordance with the following:
a. Approval for the Beeline Arrival authorizes the MCO final controller to descend the aircraft to 3000/4000 feet and/or execute the Beeline Approach.
NOTE – It is ARM’s responsibility to ensure separation with affected positions if a Beeline Approach cannot be properly executed. e.g. After receiving approval from the position responsible for the SA, ARM assigns 3000 to an aircraft on the east downwind, but is unable to execute a Beeline Approach. ARM must point out the aircraft to STV.
b. When MCO is on a South Operation, the Beeline Approach is not authorized for turbojet aircraft that are southwest of ORL.
c. MCO South Operation
1. Coordinate with STD and SA for a Beeline Arrival.
2. Coordination may be verbal or via VRC.
(a) Verbal coordination: Use standard point out format, then “Request Beeline”.
(b) VRC coordination:
(1) ARM/ARG initiates an automated hand off to STD/SA.
(2) STD Approval - To approve the Beeline Arrival, STD accepts the hand off and immediately initiates a hand off back to ARM/ARG.
(3) SA Approval – To approve the Beeline Arrival, SA accepts the hand off and immediately initiates a hand off back to ARM/ARG.
3. When an aircraft is delivered to ARM/ARG at or descending to 3000 feet, the final controller has authorization to assume control for the Beeline Arrival.
NOTE- It is SA’s responsibility to ensure separation from STV, on aircraft delivered to ARM at or descending to 3000 feet.
4. ARM/ARG must execute the Beeline Approach in accordance with the following:
(a) Issue a descent clearance to 2500 feet.
(b) Once the aircraft has reached a point abeam the approach end of the runway, further descent below 2500 feet may be issued.
(c) Issue a base leg heading that ensures the aircraft will remain at least three miles south of the ORL runway 7/25 extended centerline and, on the East side, 1.5 miles south of STV airspace. This heading must also protect MCO departures assigned heading 090° and 270°.
(d) Clear IFR aircraft for Visual Approach in accordance with FAA Order 7110.65. Instruct VFR aircraft to enter base leg or proceed straight in.
(e) Change the aircraft to Local Control frequency prior to five flying miles from the landing runway.
d. MCO North Operation
1. Coordinate with STD/SA for the Beeline Arrival.
2. Coordination may be verbal or via VRC.
3. When an aircraft is delivered to ARM/ARG at or descending to 3000 feet, the final controller has authorization to assume control for the Beeline Arrival.
4. ARM/ARG must execute the Beeline Approach in accordance with the following:
(a) Issue a descent clearance to 2500 feet.
b) Once the aircraft has reached a point abeam the approach end of the runway, further descent below 2500 feet may be issued.
(c) Issue a base leg heading that ensures the aircraft will remain at least three miles south of the ORL runway 7/25 extended centerline and, on the East side, 1.5 miles south of STV airspace. This heading must also protect MCO departures assigned heading 090° and 270°.
(d) Clear IFR aircraft for Visual Approach in accordance with FAA Order 7110.65. Instruct VFR aircraft to enter base leg or proceed straight in.
(e) Change the aircraft to Local Control frequency prior to five flying miles from the landing runway.
d. MCO North Operation
1. Coordinate with STD/SA for the Beeline Arrival.
2. Coordination may be verbal or via VRC
3. When an aircraft is delivered to ARM/ARG at or descending to 3000 feet, the final controller has authorization to assume control for the Beeline Arrival.
4. ARM/ARG must execute the Beeline Approach in accordance with the following:
(a) Issue a descent clearance to 2500 feet.
(b) Once the aircraft has reached a point abeam the approach end of the runway, further descent below 2500 feet may be issued.
(c) Issue a base leg heading that protects MCO departures assigned heading 090° and 270°.
(d) Clear IFR aircraft for Visual Approach in accordance with FAA Order 7110.65. Instruct VFR aircraft to enter base leg or proceed straight in.
(e) Change the aircraft to Local Control frequency prior to five flying miles from the airport.
