Thanks Ron,

I should have said that I'd looked through the AIM, but it does not really
"spell it out".

I was relly looking for something that documented the precise required calls
for entering the hold, calling beacon outbound (and whether you should say
"in the procedure" or "ready for the procedure" and then beacon inbound
etc..

I've found a few references on the internet using Google to search for
"beacon outbound", but these tend to be either flight reports or
"non-official" sources, and I was hoping for something a bit more "formal".

I must admit that seeing how the FAA are keen on regulations and
documentation, that this is an area that seems to be lacking in definitive
requirements.

Interestingly, even the AIM recomendations seem unusually vague on this
aspect of RT procedure.

In the absence of anything official, what about some input from the ATC
guys - what are you looking for (specifically with regard to the beacon
outbound and beacon inbound calls which I'm getting some conflicting
information on from talking to colleagues).

Regards,

Derek...

"Ron Rosenfeld" wrote in message
...
On Mon, 8 Nov 2004 19:08:05 -0000, "Derek Fage"
wrote:

Hi there,

Could somebody point me to the official FAA document that describes the
calls required for all stages of an VOR/DME approach including the hold
(beacon outbound / beacon inbound etc...)

Thanks,

Derek...


There is no listing of approach-specific calls.

There is one "regulation" concerning required radio calls in Title 14 of
the Code of Federal Regulations pertaining to small GA a/c:

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91.183 IFR radio communications.

The pilot in command of each aircraft operated under IFR in controlled
airspace shall have a continuous watch maintained on the appropriate
frequency and shall report by radio as soon as possible-

(a) The time and altitude of passing each designated reporting point, or
the reporting points specified by ATC, except that while the aircraft is
under radar control, only the passing of those reporting points
specifically requested by ATC need be reported;

(b) Any unforecast weather conditions encountered; and

(c) Any other information relating to the safety of flight.
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In a related but somewhat different category, there are rules requiring
ATC contact in different airspaces.

There are also "recommendations" in the Aeronautical Information Manual:

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5-3-3. Additional Reports

a. The following reports should be made to ATC or FSS facilities
without a specific ATC request:

1. At all times.

(a) When vacating any previously assigned altitude or flight
level for a newly assigned altitude or flight level.

(b) When an altitude change will be made if operating on a
clearance specifying VFR-on-top.

(c) When unable to climb/descend at a rate of a least
500 feet per minute.

(d) When approach has been missed. (Request clearance for
specific action; i.e., to alternative airport, another approach, etc.)

(e) Change in the average true airspeed (at cruising altitude)
when it varies by 5 percent or 10 knots (whichever is greater) from that
filed in the flight plan.

(f) The time and altitude or flight level upon reaching a
holding fix or point to which cleared.

(g) When leaving any assigned holding fix or point.

NOTE-
The reports in subparagraphs (f) and (g) may be omitted by
pilots of aircraft involved in instrument training at military terminal
area facilities when radar service is being provided.

(h) Any loss, in controlled airspace, of VOR, TACAN, ADF, low
frequency navigation receiver capability, GPS anomalies while using
installed IFR-certified GPS/GNSS receivers, complete or partial loss of
ILS
receiver capability or impairment of air/ground communications capability.
Reports should include aircraft identification, equipment affected, degree
to which the capability to operate under IFR in the ATC system is
impaired,
and the nature and extent of assistance desired from ATC.

NOTE-
1. Other equipment installed in an aircraft may effectively
impair safety and/or the ability to operate under IFR. If such equipment
(e.g. airborne weather radar) malfunctions and in the pilot's judgment
either safety or IFR capabilities are affected, reports should be made as
above.

2. When reporting GPS anomalies, include the location and
altitude of the anomaly. Be specific when describing the location and
include duration of the anomaly if necessary.

(i) Any information relating to the safety of flight.

2. When not in radar contact.

(a) When leaving final approach fix inbound on final approach
(nonprecision approach) or when leaving the outer marker or fix used in
lieu of the outer marker inbound on final approach (precision approach).

(b) A corrected estimate at anytime it becomes apparent that an
estimate as previously submitted is in error in excess of 3 minutes.

b. Pilots encountering weather conditions which have not been forecast,
or hazardous conditions which have been forecast, are expected to forward
a
report of such weather to ATC.

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--ron