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  • 2024-11-08

    RECAT-EU European Wake Turbulence Categorisation and separation minima on approach and departure

    This document presents the European Wake Turbulence Categorisation and Separation Minima on Approach and Departure (RECAT-EU) system, available for operational deployment. It provides information about deployment benefits, including the possibility to operate partial or hybrid versions combining RECAT-EU with ICAO legacy minima.
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    2024-11-08

    Recat-eu european wake turbulence categorisation and separation minima on approach and departure

    This document presents the European Wake Turbulence Categorisation and Separation Minima on Approach and Departure (RECAT-EU) system, available for operational deployment. It provides information about deployment benefits, including the possibility to operate partial or hybrid versions combining RECAT-EU with ICAO legacy minima.
    TagsAir Traffic Control, Airports, ICAO, Wake Recat
  • 2019-09-28

    Jo 7110.126A

    FAA Order JO 7110.126A providing procedural guidance for Consolidated Wake Turbulence procedures and separation minima to Air Traffic Organization personnel. The order incorporates select wake turbulence separation minima from existing FAA orders and establishes new aircraft wake categories to improve operational efficiency while maintaining safety standards.
    TagsAir Traffic Control, aircraft, FAA, Wake Recat
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    2019-09-28

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    FAA order providing procedural guidance for Air Traffic Control regarding Consolidated Wake Turbulence procedures and separation minima. The order incorporates select wake turbulence separation minima from previous FAA orders and requires facilities to receive authorization and training before implementation.
    TagsAir Traffic Control, aircraft, FAA, Wake Recat
  • 2016-02-29

    FAA Wake Recategorization JO7110659C

    FAA Air Traffic Organization Policy Order JO 7110.659C providing procedural guidance for implementing Wake Turbulence Recategorization (Recat) procedures and separation minima. The order supersedes certain provisions of FAA Order 7110.65 and requires facilities to obtain authorization before implementing Recat procedures.
    TagsAir Traffic Control, aircraft, FAA, Wake Recat
  • Jo 7110 659C Pdf
    2016-02-29

    Jo 7110 659C

    FAA Air Traffic Organization Policy Order JO 7110.659C providing procedural guidance for implementing Wake Turbulence Recategorization (Recat) procedures and separation minima. The order supersedes certain provisions of FAA Order 7110.65 and requires facilities to obtain authorization before implementing Recat procedures.
    TagsAir Traffic Control, aircraft, FAA, Wake Recat
  • 2012-10-18

    Recategorization (recat) of federal aviation administration (FAA) wake turbulence separation categories at memphis international airport (mem)

    FAA Safety Alert for Operators announcing the implementation of new wake turbulence separation categories (RECAT Phase I) at Memphis International Airport, effective November 1, 2012. The document details changes from the current 6-category system to a new system based on weight, approach speeds, and wing characteristics, with specific separation standards and aircraft assignments.
    TagsAir Traffic Control, FAA, Wake Recat
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    Purpose and Recommendation To provide the Council with an update on the status of the Sustainable Airport Master Plan (SAMP) environmental review. Background Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) Approval On September 26, 2025, the FAA completed their National Environmental Policy Act review and approved a Final Environmental Assessment and Finding of No Significant Impact/Record of Decision

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    The Port of Seattle is sponsoring four open houses to answer your questions about the SAMP/SEPA Draft EIS. There will be a reporter to take your comments in-person. Monday, June 22: 6–8pm Glacier Middle School Entrance lobby/commons 2450 S 142nd St SeaTac, WA 98168

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    The Port of Seattle is sponsoring four open houses to answer your questions about the SAMP/SEPA Draft EIS. There will be a reporter to take your comments in-person. Tuesday, June 23: 6–8pm Mount Rainier High School Cafeteria space 22450 19th Ave S Des Moines, WA 98198

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