European Network Operations Plan

Network Manager nominated by the European Commission EUROCONTROL European Network Operations Plan 2015-2019 Transition Plan for Major Projects in Europe Winter 2015/2016 Edition April 2016

DOCUMENT CHANGE RECORD The following table records the complete history of the successive updates of the present document. EDITION NUMBER DATE REASON FOR CHANGE 1.0 09/12/2015 Adopted by NDOP on 05/11/2015 1.1 23/12/2015 1.2 23/02/2016 FABEC SE Phase 2 (SWAP) cancellation, UKLV extended Zurich ACC (Stripless CH4) updated Langen ACC (PSS on EBG07) updated 1.3 05/04/2016 UKLV extended Publications EUROCONTROL Headquarters 96 Rue de la Fusée B-1130 BRUSSELS Tel: +32 (0)2 729 1152 Fax: +32 (0)2 729 5149 E-mail: publications@eurocontrol.int 05/04/2016 i

TABLE OF CONTENT TABLE OF CONTENT... ii BACKGROUND... 1 1. INTRODUCTION... 2 1.1 OBJECTIVE AND SCOPE... 2 1.2 ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES... 3 2. TRANSITION PLANNING PRINCIPLES AND PROCESS... 4 2.1 MAIN PRINCIPLES... 4 2.2 TRANSITION PLANNING PROCESS... 4 3. DOCUMENTATION... 9 ANNEXES... 10 Annex A. LIST OF MAJOR TRANSITION PROJECTS... 11 Annex B. INDIVIDUAL TRANSITION PROJECTS... 14 DETAILED INFORMATION AND ANALYSIS... 14 Annex C. VIEW ON THE TRANSITION PROJECTS AUTUMN 2015 / SPRING 2016... 49 Annex D. ACRONYMS AND ABBREVIATIONS... 50 09/12/2015 iiii

BACKGROUND In response to the Commission Regulation (EU) No 677/2011 of 7 July 2011 (laying down the detailed rules for the implementation of air traffic management (ATM) network functions), and Commission Implementing Regulation (EU) No 390/2013, the Network Manager helps to ensure the achievement of European Union-wide performance targets during the implementation of system / airspace transition projects. The Regulation 677/2011 requires the NM to include in the NOP the following elements relevant to the planning of major projects: A network forecast taking into account special events ; A description of plans and actions at local and network level; An overview of special events with significant ATM ; A description of individual special events and their handling from a network perspective; A consolidated forecast and analysis of the operational performance of the network, including the of special events. 09/12/2015 1

1. INTRODUCTION The Transition Plan describes the processes, the activities, the plans and measures that will be applied by the Network Manager and the operational stakeholders, to minimise the on the network performance caused by major airspace or ATM system improvement projects. The Transition Plan is a living document, which forms part of the European Network Operations Plan (NOP). The Transition Plan deals only with scheduled, planned, special events undertaken and managed by ANS, or ANS related entities, e.g. operational stakeholders that could lead to a temporary reduction of capacity and that may require mitigation measures agreed in a partnership approach at Network level. Examples of such events are: implementation of a new ATM system, move to a new ACC Ops room, major airspace reorganisation including change to the ACC area of responsibility, opening of a new airport, etc. 1.1 OBJECTIVE AND SCOPE 1.1.1. Objective The primary objective of the Transition Plan is to deliver the optimum ATM performance at European network level, taking into account temporary capacity limitations caused by the preparation and implementation of individual and combined major airspace and ATM system improvement projects. Further objectives of the consolidated Transition Plan are: - To ensure the coordination and synchronisation of major projects; - To ensure an analysis of the resulting on network performance; - To propose measures to mitigate capacity limitations; - To ensure monitoring of individual project progress; - To review the mitigation measures in the case of slippage or changes to the original plan; - To ensure post-operations analysis; - To document and share best practice. 1.1.2. Scope The Transition Plan covers the following areas: - Coordination among parties involved - Capacity analysis and proposals; - Airspace, sectorisation analysis and proposals; - Detailed local transition plans; - Consolidated Network transition plan; - Local and Network measures and proposals. 09/12/2015 2

1.2 ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES The Network Manager s role in the transition planning process is: 1) to collect and consolidate all known information on major projects transition plans; 2) support the ANSPs in the preparation of their transition plans; 3) to analyse the effect, through simulation, of temporary capacity reductions or flight efficiency ; 4) to analyse the at network level of individual and overlapping or consecutive projects; 5) to coordinate, agree and prioritise the strategic and tactical ATFCM mitigation measures; 6) to ensure optimum management of the Network, taking into account known limitations; 7) to perform post-operations analyses, documenting lessons learnt and making them available for future transition planning exercises. The ANSP role is to provide the following information to the NM: 1) early notification of planned project including expected capacity and timescale as soon as project is confirmed; 2) planned dates for each phase of the project that may capacity or flight efficiency; 3) details of available sector configurations, opening schemes and default sector/ Traffic Volume (TV) monitoring values for each phase of the project; 4) notification, with as much notice as possible, of any changes to the timescales and/or capacity information; 5) work with NM and apply the agreed measures. 09/12/2015 3

Network Manager ANSP Post-implementation Analysis 2. TRANSITION PLANNING PRINCIPLES AND PROCESS 2.1 MAIN PRINCIPLES When preparing the consolidated Transition Plan, the Network Manager will apply the following main principles: a. Recognise airspace users needs, both civil and military; b. Ensure a balance between capacity and flight efficiency; c. Ensure a balanced approach between European network, regional and local requirements; d. Ensure a coordinated and integrated approach for the collective benefit of airspace users, Air Navigation Service Providers, civil and military authorities through a collaborative planning process; e. Ensure notification of operational to all ACCs affected by the measures taken; f. Maintain regional interconnectivity between the affected airspace and adjacent areas; g. Apply a cost-effective solution; h. Consider the operational requirements and of a project; 2.2 TRANSITION PLANNING PROCESS The transition planning is a joint activity between the ANSP(s) concerned and the Network Manager, which starts as soon as the ANSP decides to undertake a major improvement project which may temporarily affect the performance of the ATM network. It is important that the planning process begins at the early stages of the project, leaving sufficient time for any adaptations in terms of capacity, airspace availability and procedures, to minimise the on the network performance during the transition phase. The process needs to be conducted at the level of a single ACC, or an ATC unit, the principal bearer of the project activities. Strategic Ops Planning Detailed Project Transition Planning Transition Preparations (Training, SAT, Publications) Transition Implementation Early Notification Initial Analysis Provision of Detailed Capacity and Performance Data and Indepth Analysis Mitigation Measures Development and Agreement Strategic, Pre-tactical, Tactical Measures NMOPL NM NOS Transition Planning Process 09/12/2015 4

The Transition Planning process has the following stages: 1. Early notification of individual projects (ANSP); 2. Initial consolidation and analysis at Network level (NM); 3. High level synchronisation and coordination (NM); 4. Provision of detailed capacity and performance data for each phase of the project (ANSP); 5. In-depth analysis of individual and combined projects (NM); 6. Development and agreement of mitigation measures (NM and ANSP/FAB); 7. Transition plan implementation (NM and ANSP/FAB); 8. Post Implementation analysis (NM). 2.2.1 Early Notification of Individual Projects (ANSP) The planning for a large scale project can start several years ahead and must be included in the ANSP capacity plan shared with NM. There will be only one focal point per project, nominated by the ANSP. The project owner will notify the NM through the NOP development process as soon as the project is confirmed, together with an initial assessment of the. Capacity / Traffic density Low Impact Medium Impact High Impact local with low prospect of affecting adjacent area or traffic at sub-regional level, and/or project is located in an area of low traffic density. on adjacent area with prospect to affect traffic flows at sub-regional or regional level, and/or project is located in an area of medium traffic density. at sub-regional or regional level, and/or project is located in an area of high traffic density. This will ensure that all entities that may be affected will be notified in a timely manner, enabling coordination and synchronisation with other projects in the same or adjacent areas. 2.2.2 Initial consolidation and analysis at Network level (NM) The NM will store the information provided by the ANSP on the NOP portal. A process will be introduced to ensure that all concerned stakeholders have full visibility and receive notification (preferably systematically) if there are changes. This information will be maintained and updated by the NM. 2.2.3 High level synchronisation and coordination (NM) The NM will carry out an initial analysis of the of all the known projects during the relevant time period, based on the high level information provided by the ANSP/s concerned. If this initial analysis indicates an unacceptably high negative on the network, the NM may propose changes to the transition plan. However, this cannot be done without the full agreement of the stakeholders concerned. 09/12/2015 5

2.2.4 Provision of detailed capacity and performance data for each phase of the project (ANSP) The ANSP shall provide the following details to the NM, as applicable, for each phase of the project: Planned start and end date; Information on major milestones (e.g. System Acceptance Test (SAT), training, shadow mode of operations etc.); The that will be affected; Details of capacity reductions (dates and changes to default sector/ TV monitoring values); The configurations and opening schemes that will be available (max. peak/ off-peak periods); Details of any temporary changes to the airspace structure (route network and sectorisation); Proposed temporary measures to mitigate the of reduced capacity, e.g.: removal or reduction in RAD restrictions; changes to CDR status and/or availability; proposed rerouting scenarios; increased capacity in adjacent. The information delivered to the NM will be stored and used only for analytical and operational purposes. 2.2.5 In-depth analysis of individual and combined projects (NM) The NM will make an assessment, through simulation, of the combined on the network of all relevant projects and identify potential operational bottlenecks. The analysis will be done from the following perspectives: capacity, flight efficiency (environment), route network, Airspace Management (ASM) and ATFCM. The analysis will cover adjacent areas affected by constraints in the transition area. The evolution of capacity must be clearly planned and documented by the ANSP concerned, with all affected parties being fully informed. The Network Manager will analyse the effect of temporary capacity reduction during the phases for training, preparation and cutover and the subsequent return to normal operations. The analysis will take into account simultaneous or overlapping projects, assessing the combined effect of all temporary capacity changes in the transition areas and in those adjacent. The NM will coordinate with the ANSPs directly or indirectly affected by a transition, aiming to jointly find mitigation solutions. To the maximum extent possible, a balanced approach between capacity and flight efficiency will be ensured. Nevertheless flight efficiency could be reduced as users avoid capacity bottlenecks either by flight planning alternative routeings, or accepting rerouting proposals offered by the Network Manager. The performance analysis will be based on the use of the NEST and SIMEX tools. The NM will provide expert support to the ANSPs should they need to carry out their own detailed analysis. Potential risks associated with transition phase of a project will be evaluated with solutions to build the sustainable measures for minimising negative of a transition. 09/12/2015 6

2.2.6 Development and agreement on mitigation measures (NM, ANSP, Military) In coordination with the ANSP/s concerned, the NM will develop a number of proposals to identify how to manage the transition through local measures (changes to opening schemes, rostering etc.), to limit major network. If measures at local level are not sufficient, network measures will be developed. The NM will incorporate all known capacity and flight efficiency information (capacity reductions, where spare capacity can be made available, changes to route availability or sectorisation) and propose strategic rerouting options to be taken into account when deciding on the appropriate ATFCM measures to be used. Airspace management processes will be used to the maximum extent possible, to ensure enhanced civil-military coordination for optimum airspace utilisation by all airspace users. Enhanced ATFCM measures will be developed as required. These could include: short notice scenarios, driving down delay, delay sharing, mandatory cherry picking, dynamic delay mitigation, Flight Level adherence. The result will be a toolbox of measures that should be prioritised in order of preference according to the requirements at network and local level. Toolbox of Mitigation Measures a. Proposals for alternative optimum sector configurations and opening schemes to manage unfamiliar traffic patterns; b. Rerouting proposals; c. RAD restriction reduction or removal; d. Temporary increase of adjacent sector/tv monitoring values; e. CDR category and availability modifications; f. Airspace structure adjustments; g. Proposal to reschedule military activity. h. Enhanced ATFCM measures; Additional support to airspace users a. Timely communication of restrictions and alternative routeings to the aircraft operators; b. Use of Route Availability Information Summary (RAIS) to increase awareness among the airspace users of expected airspace changes and their respective durations; c. Allow flexible, short notice flight plan amendments without penalty, to enable users to take into account short notice changes; d. Provision of alternative routeings in accordance with agreed measures, and when possible, offer a choice of rerouteing options to enable airspace users to utilise the available airspace according to their preferences for minimum delay, shortest routeing etc. The above list of measures is not exhaustive; the NM, together with the ANSP(s), may propose other solutions or even a package of composite measures. Depending on the type of measures agreed, verification may be necessary using simulation tools. 09/12/2015 7

2.2.7 Transition plan implementation (NM, ANSP, Airspace users) The Transition Plan will be developed and implemented using full cooperative decision making processes between the NM and all stakeholders, including the airspace users. The ANSP(s) shall ensure that all staff involved in the transition, controllers, supervisors and FMPs, are fully familiar with the adopted measures so that the capacity critical situations during transition process can be handled satisfactorily. Any deficiency during the implementation and execution of the transition plan must be immediately addressed through the implementation of additional measures. Potential risks associated with transition phase of a project will be evaluated and solutions developed for minimising negative side effects. 2.2.8 Post-ops analysis The purpose of this phase is to assess how the network performed during the relevant periods of the project, including the effectiveness of the implemented measures. Understanding the deficiencies encountered during the implementation phase, their causes, and the lessons learned, will ensure that the best practice is carried through into the preparation of the future projects. 09/12/2015 8

3. DOCUMENTATION The NM will record all activities throughout the entire process from notification to the post implementation analysis, including: Data and information delivered by the ANSP(s) including date of delivery and the purpose for which they have been used; Analyses, initial and detailed, including the results and proposed actions; Measures proposed agreed and implemented; Register of all measures, changes, and their status throughout the transition project, providing for traceability of each measure proposed and agreed; Available ATFCM reports (daily/weekly/monthly) during the implementation/transition phase; Yearly Network Operations Report. The documentation will be stored in NMD/NOM/OPL and will be made available to the entities which participated in the project. 09/12/2015 9

ANNEXES Annex A Annex B Annex C Annex D List of major transition projects Individual projects detailed information and analysis View on all projects Acronyms and Abbreviations 09/12/2015 10

ANNEX A. LIST OF MAJOR TRANSITION PROJECTS The nine-month period, from the autumn 2015 until spring 2016 will be affected by high number of system modernisation, and airspace projects across Europe. Some eleven ANS units, ten ACCs, and a TMA/APP Centre, plan to migrate to a new ATM system or to undertake major airspace reorganisation projects within the same period.. Some of the ANSPs affected are likely to generate increased delay during the winter season, which may mean they cannot meet their annual delay breakdown values. This could in turn the overall Network capacity performance. Significant number of these transition projects involve lengthy training activities for operational personnel, which may as well affect the performance of the ACC concerned. Hence training is often included in the transition planning process. The NM has a key role in the synchronisation, coordination and management of the Network to ensure that Network capacity remains in line with, or better than expected. Very careful planning and synchronisation between the ANSPs and the NM is required. Some projects, even though locally implemented, may involve other ANSPs in the transition planning and coordination. The table below shows all major capacity critical (potentially or expected), transition projects for the coming period. 23/12/2015 11

2015 / 2016 Major Projects / Special Events Austria Vienna TMA/APP 2015 2016 07>09 10>12 01>03 04>06 COOPANS implementation France - Brest ACC ERATO system (training & implementation) Germany - Langen ACC New system, P2 (Nov '15 - Jan '16) PSS on EBG07 MUAC ACC Brussels sector group DFL 3rd layer Poland - Warsaw ACC New airspace sectorisation (Polish Airspace Project 2010+) Spain - Barcelona ACC Final step of SACTA CF2 ATM system (implementation) Spain - Palma ACC Final step of SACTA CF2 ATM system (implementation) Switzerland - Geneva ACC Stripless system CH step 4 Switzerland - Zurich ACC Stripless system CH step 4 UK - London TC LAMP 1A implementation Ukraine - L'viv ACC New ATM system 23/12/2015 12

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ANNEX B. INDIVIDUAL TRANSITION PROJECTS DETAILED INFORMATION AND ANALYSIS 09/12/2015 14

AUSTRIA VIENNA APP NEW ATM SYSTEM November 2015 January 2016 Austro Control will complete the implementation of the new ATM system NG AATMS (New Generation Austrian ATM System) Topsky in November 2015. The remaining units LOWW TWR, LOWW APP, LOWG TWR/APP, LOWL TWR/APP, LOWI TWR/APP, LOWK TWR/APP and LOWS TWR/APP are to be integrated during night from November 27 th to November 28 th. Point of contact: Austro Control thomas.kihr@austrocontrol.at Project description: The implementation of the new system will include the following new features: - Stripless System - Enhanced functionality (System Coordination, Monitoring Aids, etc.) - Advanced HMI Together with the new infrastructure also a new sectorisation of the AoR of APP-Vienna will be implemented. Instead of 2 lower (GND FL115) and 2 upper (FL115 FL245) from that point on the vertical division will be withdrawn and 4 laterally divided from GND to FL245 will be operated. Expected benefits: - Improved bilateral coordination procedures - Improved arrival and departure management - Homogenous system architecture within entire FIR - Improved configuration management - Free route Implementation phases: Period Impact on network performance Mitigation measures Training Dec. 2014 27. Nov. 2015 No No Switch over 28 Nov. 2015 High Yes Transition period Phase 1 28 Nov. 2015 30 Nov. 2015 High Yes Transition period Phase 2 01 Dec. 2015 07. Jan. 2016 Medium Yes Normal operations 08. Jan. 2016 No No 09/12/2015 15

Training: Mid December 2014 27 th November 2015 Milestones and dates Sector capacities Familiarisation training to operate new system. No reduction of arrival capacity Maximum configuration: 4 No Nil Reduction of traffic intensity through adapted airport slot coordination as far as practicable. Planned Cutover Date: 28 November 2015 Transition period: 28 November 2015 30 November 2015 Milestones and dates Operations with new system Monitor if system works properly 28.11.2015 noon Sector capacities Arrival capacity reduced by 50% Maximum configuration: 4 High ALL Reduction of traffic intensity through adapted airport slot coordination as far as practicable. Transition period: 1 December 2015-7 January 2016 Milestones and dates Operations with new system Familiarization of ATCOs to the new system Daily decision making Sector capacities Arrival capacities reduced according familiarisation success (between 25% and no reduction of capacity) Maximum configuration: 4 Medium ALL Reduction of traffic intensity through adapted airport slot coordination as far as practicable. Return to normal operations: 08 January 2016 09/12/2015 16

FRANCE BREST ACC NEW ATM SYSTEM October 2014 Summer 2016 DSNA will implement a new ATM system, EEE (ERATO Environnement Electronique), in November / December 2015 in Brest ACC. Point of contact: DSNA Corinne Papier corinne.papier@aviation-civile.gouv.fr Project description: The implementation of the new system will include the following new features: - Stripless system - ATCO's tools : aircraft filtering-extrapolation-"what-if"- agenda- MONA- MTCD on request - New tools fully integrated in the HMI providing accurate support to controllers o Filtering functions allowing the management of a sub-set of a complex traffic situation o Agenda functionalities developing interactive cooperation between Planner and Tactical controllers o Extrapolation tool to continually check and assess the minimal separation o Monitoring tool - Oceanic functionalities to manage the complex exchange between Domestic and Oceanic Airspace (NAT traffic) Expected benefits: - Increased ACC safety, mainly due to the ATCO s tools - Increased ACC capacity - Boosting interactive coordination and dialogue between controllers Implementation phases: Period Impact on network performance Training 31 Aug 17 Oct 2015 Medium Training & Stepped implementation Phase 23 Nov 30 Nov 2015 High 1 Training & Stepped implementation Phase 1 Dec 18 Dec 2015 High 2 Transition period 19 Dec 2015 Summer 2016 High / Medium Normal operations Summer 2016 No Mitigation measures The transition period will be dedicated to a complete appropriation of the system and his functionalities. The return to normal operation will come naturally as the ATCOs become confident not just in the system but also in their own new skills. The capacity increase will be initiated as soon as possible and according to the lessons learnt from the EOM sessions these could occur quicker than anticipated. 09/12/2015 17

Training: 31 August 2015 17 October 2015 Milestones and dates Sector capacities Training to operate new system. No reduction of sector capacities Maximum configuration: 2 to 3 less than normal configurations September: 15-16 October: 14-15 Medium No Training & Stepped implementation phase 1: 23 November 2015 30 November 2015 Milestones and dates Sector capacities Training and Stepped implementation of EEE, sector by sector Sector capacities reduced by 20% for the EEE from 07 to 17 UTC Maximum configuration: - 9 07-09 UTC - 12 09-10 UTC; - 13 from 10-17 UTC High First day of life traffic = 24 November 09/12/2015 18

Training and Stepped implementation phase 2: 1 December 2015 18 December 2015 Milestones and dates Sector capacities Training and Stepped implementation of EEE, sector by sector Sector capacities reduced by 20% for all H24 Maximum configuration: - 9 ; 07-09 UTC - 12 ; 09-10 UTC; - 13 ; 10-17 UTC High As from 5 th December, more EEE than paper Transition period: 19 December 2015 Summer 2016 Operations on the new system Milestones and dates Weekly meetings with FMP and Unions Sector capacities Sector capacities reduced by maximum 20% Maximum configuration: - 9 ; 07-09 UTC - 11 ; 09-10 UTC - 15 ; 10-17 UTC As from 4 th Jan. normal configurations High/Medium School Christmas holidays 19/12/15 -> 04/01/16 Brest Winter school holidays 13/02/16 -> 29/02/16 UK South school holidays 13/02/16 -> 21/02/16 LAMP 1A implementation 04/02/16 Return to normal operations Summer 2016 09/12/2015 19

GERMANY LANGEN ACC Implementation of system upgrade to P2 and move into new Ops Room EDGG December 2015 February 2016 The ATM System P1 will be upgraded to a new Hardware. The new System P2 will be implemented in a new Ops Room in EDGG. Therefore the upgrade and move into the new Ops Room is planned in December 2015. Point of contact: Project leader: Stephan.Lutz@dfs.de ATFCM: Oliver.Wessollek@dfs.de, Juergen.Janke@dfs.de and Christian.Boehmer@dfs.de Project description: - All sector working groups will move into the new ops room and implement P2. Expected benefits: - System hardware upgrade for a future ATS system icas Implementation phases: Period Impact on network performance Mitigation measures Training August 2015 - November 2015 Low No Night Live Operations 1 17/18 October 2015 No No Night Live Operations 2 31 October/01 November 2015 No No Operational Weekend 1 06 November to 09 November 2015 Low Yes Operational Weekend 2 27 November to 01December 2015 Low Yes Switch over 12/ 13 December 2015 Medium Yes Transition period 1 14 December 27 December 2015 Medium Yes Transition period 2 27 December 10 January 2016 Low Yes Normal operations 11 January 2016 None No 23/02/2016 20

Training: August 2015 - November 2015 Training and familiarisation training to operate the new system. Milestones and dates Training: August 2015 - November 2015 Sector capacities No reduction of sector capacities Maximum configuration : Standard Configuration Low None None It can lead to temporary shortages at the opening of. Night Live Operations 1: 17/18 October 2015 Milestones and dates Sector capacities Familiarization with the new system and handover methods Night Live Operations: 17 (22:00UTC) /18 (05:00UTC) October 2015 No reduction in capacity Maximum configuration: Standard Night Configuration No No No In case of fallback, a shadow operation is planned during night live operations 23/02/2016 21

Night Live Operations 2: 31 October/01 November 2015 Familiarization with the new system and handover methods Milestones and dates Night Live Operations: 31 October (22:00UTC) /01 November (05:00UTC) 2015 Sector capacities No reduction in capacity Maximum configuration: Standard Night Configuration No No No In case of fallback, a shadow operation is planned during night live operations Operational Weekend 1: 06 November to 09 November 2015 Familiarization with the new system and handover methods Milestones and dates 06 November to 09 November 2015 Sector capacities In general the sector capacities will be reduced by 20%. Decision to implement flow management measures will be decided on a case-by-case basis and kept to a minimum. Maximum configuration: Maximum Configuration in all sector working groups Low SWG01, SWG03, SWG04, SWG06, EDDF Re-route scenarios for P2 implementation Optimisation of staffing to ensure openings as required 23/02/2016 22

Operational Weekend 2: 27 November to 01 December 2015 Familiarization with the new system and handover methods Milestones and dates 27 November to 01 December 2015 Sector capacities In general the sector capacities will be reduced by 20%. Decision to implement flow management measures will be decided on a case-by-case basis and kept to a minimum. Maximum configuration: Maximum Configuration in all sector working groups Low SWG01, SWG03, SWG04, SWG06, EDDF Re-route scenarios for P2 implementation Optimisation of staffing to ensure openings as required Planned Cutover Date: 12/ 13 December 2015 Transition period 1: 14 December 27 December 2015 Operations with new system Milestones and dates 14 December 27 December 2015 Sector capacities In general the sector capacities will be reduced by 20%. Decision to implement flow management measures will be decided on a case-by-case basis and kept to a minimum. Maximum configuration: Maximum Configuration in all sector working groups. Medium SWG01, SWG03, SWG04, SWG06, EDDF Re-route scenarios for P2 implementation Optimisation of staffing to ensure openings as required 23/02/2016 23

Transition period 2: 27 December 10 January 2016 Operations with new system Milestones and dates 27 December 10 January 2016 Sector capacities In general the sector capacities will be reduced by 10%. Decision to implement flow management measures will be decided on a case-by-case basis and kept to a minimum. Maximum configuration: Maximum Configuration in all sector working groups Low SWG01, SWG03, SWG04, SWG06, EDDF Re-route scenarios for P2 implementation Optimisation of staffing to ensure openings as required Return to normal operations 11 January 2016 23/02/2016 24

GERMANY LANGEN ACC Implementation of PSS system Sector Working Group 07 January 2016 June 2016 The strip less system PSS of Langen ACC will be implemented in the sector family EBG 07. Point of contact: Project leader: Ralf.Schlingmann@dfs.de ATFCM: Oliver.Wessollek@dfs.de and Juergen.Janke@dfs.de and Christian.Boehmer@dfs.de Project description: The strip less system PSS of Langen ACC will be implemented in the sector family EBG 07 Expected benefits: - Prerequisite for a future ATS system icas - Personal reduction (runner) - Partially increase of capacity through automation of coordination tasks Implementation phases: Period Impact on network performance Mitigation measures Training January 2016 - April 2016 Low No Operational Weekend 1 15 to 19 April 2016 Medium Yes Operational Weekend 2 29 April to 03 May 2016 Medium Yes Switch over 13 /14 May 2016 Medium Yes Transition period 1 15 May to 28 May 2016 Medium Yes Transition period 2 29 May to 12 June 2016 Low Yes Normal operations 13 June 2016 None No 23/02/2016 25

Training: January 2016 - April 2016 Training and familiarisation training to operate the new system. Milestones and dates Training: January 2016 - April 2016 Sector capacities No reduction of sector capacities Maximum configuration : 2 plus Feeder EDDK Low None None It can lead to temporary shortages at the opening of. Operational Weekend 1: 15 to 19 April 2016 Familiarization with the new system and handover methods Milestones and dates Operational Weekend: 15 19 April 2016 Sector capacities Sector capacities reduced by 20% Maximum configuration: 2 plus Feeder EDDK Medium None Re-route scenarios for PSS implementation Optimisation of staffing to ensure openings as required 23/02/2016 26

Operational Weekend 2: 29 April to 03 May 2016 Familiarization with the new system and handover methods Milestones and dates Operational Weekend: 29 April 03 May 2016 Sector capacities Sector capacities reduced by 20% Maximum configuration: 2 plus Feeder EDDK Medium None Re-route scenarios for PSS implementation Optimisation of staffing to ensure openings as required Planned Cutover Date: 13 /14 May 2016 Transition period 1: 15 May to 28 May 2016 Operations with new system Milestones and dates Transition period: 15 May to 28 May 2016 Sector capacities Sector capacities reduced by 20% Maximum configuration: 2 plus Feeder EDDK Medium None Re-route scenarios for PSS implementation Optimisation of staffing to ensure openings as required 23/02/2016 27

Transition period 2: 29 May to 12 June 2016 Operations with new system Milestones and dates Transition period: 29 May to 12 June 2016 Sector capacities Sector capacities reduced by 10% Maximum configuration: 2 plus Feeder EDDK Low No Re-route scenarios for PSS implementation Optimisation of staffing to ensure openings as required Return to normal operations 13 th June 2016 23/02/2016 28

EUROCONTROL MAASTRICHT UAC DFL in Brussels Sector Group 04 February 2016 MUAC will implement a new DFL in the Brussels West at FL355. A 3 layer configuration will be introduced at a later stage, after the necessary development work has been completed. Point of contact: MUAC danny.leenders@eurocontrol.int Project description: The implementation of the DFL will allow a better traffic distribution between the west. Expected benefits: - Airspace structure optimization - Improved configuration management Implementation phases: Period Impact on network Mitigation performance measures Training 05 Nov 3 Feb 2016 Low No Implementation 04 February 2016 Medium Yes Transition period 04 16 February 2016 Medium Yes Normal operations 17 February 2016 No No 09/12/2015 29

Training: 05 November 3 February 2016 Milestones and dates Sector capacities Training to operate with new DFL No reduction of sector capacities Normal SOTs Low No Planned Implementation Date: 04 February 2016 Transition period : 04 February 2016 16 February 2016 Milestones and dates Sector capacities Operations with DFL355 Sector capacities reduced by 10% for the Brussels Sector Group West Maximum configuration: BWH/KOL/NIL Medium MUAC Brussels Sector Group West Low More frequent KOL/NIL split Return to normal operations 17 February 2016 09/12/2015 30

POLAND WARSAW ACC NEW SECTORIZATION PHASE 1 October 2015 May 2016 PANSA will implement the first phase of a new sectorization in March 2016, with vertical sector split of selected configurations in day hours. Point of contact: PANSA Włodzimierz Salwa w.salwa@pansa.pl Project description: Two layers on selected will be implemented initially: Low and High with DFL = FL365 Optimized and effective sector configurations will be applied initially. Up to 10 will be available in respond to traffic demand. The implementation of the new sectorization will include a vertical split essentially for the following : - Low layer elementary: C, D, J, T. - Low layer collapsed: BD, BG, DT, ER, JR, GS, TC, SE, DTC, BGD, BGS, EJR, GSE, NFIR, EFIR. - High layer collapsed: ALLFIR, NFIR, SFIR, BD, BG, JR, GS, SE, TC, BGD, BGS, DTC, Expected benefits: EJR, GSE, TCJ. - Increased ACC capacity - Improved throughput management - Significant en-route delay reduction - Flexible sector configurations, including vertical split - Enhanced Dynamic Capacity Management using vertical split benefits and tools Implementation phases: Period Impact on Network Mitigation performance measures Training I phase October December 2015 No No Training II phase January February 2016 No No Implementation 3 March 2016 Medium Yes Transition period - initial 3 March 31 March 2016 Medium Yes Transition period - expansion 1 April 31 May 2016 Low Yes Normal operations 1 June 2016 Low Yes 09/12/2015 31

Training I phase: October December 2015 Milestones and dates Sector capacities Classroom and simulator trainings. CBT for all ATCOs. No reduction Maximum configuration: up to 8 No No No Training II phase: January February 2016 Milestones and dates Sector capacities Simulator training No reduction Maximum configuration: up to 8 No No No Implementation: 3 March 2016 Transition period - initial : 3 March 2016 31 March 2015 Milestones and dates Sector capacities Operations with the vertical split organizations of selected sector configurations in daytime. Sectors with no split no capacity reduction Sectors with split in reference to non split sector values: Sectors Low base capacity set at level of 85% Sectors High base capacity set at level of 90% Maximum configuration from 09:30 UTC to 15:30 UTC: - 8 for 6 hours The most effective vertical split configurations will be used for extended time periods during daytime. Once vertical split configurations are applied e.g. from 08:00 UTC they will be in use until the end of the vertical split period (evening hours). No mix with non split configs will be used. Medium/Low No Possible rerouting scenarios RAD, STAM Sectors Low and High base capacities are reference values for operational use of Tactical RATE technique. 09/12/2015 32

Transition period - expansion : 1 April 2016 31 May 2016 Milestones and dates Sector capacities Operations with the vertical split organizations of selected sector configuration daytime Sectors with no split no capacity reduction Sectors with split set at final reference level as : Sectors Low base capacity set at level of 90% of non split reference those are final values for the season. Sectors High base capacity set at level of 95% of non split reference those are final values for the season. Estimated maximum configuration from 08:30 UTC to 17:00 UTC: - 10 for 1 hour (on request in June August) - 9 for up to 2,5 hours (starting May) - 8 for 6 hours Low No Possible rerouting scenarios RAD, STAM Sectors Low and High base declared capacities are reference for the summer months 2016. Verification and adjustment of sector capacities and occupancies will be done after CAPAN simulation late Autumn/Winter 2016. Normal operations: from 1 June 2016 Normal operations mean following provisions: - Gradual increase number of configurations based on previous experience - More flexibility in configuration s change during shorter periods ( peaks) - Optimization of the rosters for summer season optimization - New tools of traffic flow adjustment without regulations - Appropriate respond to unexpected traffic growth - Minimizing en-route delays to reach required value for entire year (0,23 min/flight) 09/12/2015 33

SPAIN BARCELONA ACC ATM SYSTEM UPGRADE January - November 2015 AENA will implement the last step of the upgrade of the ATM system, SACTA CF2, in November 2015. Point of contact: AENA Gabriel Novelles - gjnovelles@enaire.es Project description: The implementation of the last step of the upgraded system will include: - New concepts of Flight Level operations: NFL (Entry Flight Level), XFL (Exit Flight Level), TFL (Transfer Flight Level), ECL (En-cruise Flight Level) - Use of planned and cleared TFLs and ECLs according to role, type of sector etc. - New NFL, Planned Flight Level, Cleared Flight Level objects in flight label - Improved trajectory based on correct flight level management - Automatic planned TFL between (based on internal database) Expected benefits: - Increased ACC capacity - Increased sector capacities thanks to new functionalities - Reduced workload Implementation phases: Period Impact on network Mitigation performance measures Training January 2015 April 2015 None No Training Refresh September - October 2015 None No Implementation 24 November 2015 Low No Transition period 24 Nov 30 nov 2015 Low No Normal operations 1 December 2015 None No Training January 2015 April 2015 09/12/2015 34

Milestones and dates Sector capacities Training to operate upgraded SACTA CF2 system. No reduction of sector capacities No reduction of maximum sector configuration None None Training Refresh September - October 2015 Milestones and dates Sector capacities Training Refresh to operate upgraded SACTA CF2 system. No reduction of sector capacities No reduction of maximum sector configuration None None Planned Implementation Date: 24 November 2015 Transition period: 24 November 2015 30 November 2015 Operations of upgraded SACTA CF2 system Milestones and dates Sector capacities Sector capacities reduced by 10% Maximum configuration: 10 Low None Return to normal operations: 1 December 2015 09/12/2015 35

SPAIN PALMA ACC ATM SYSTEM UPGRADE January - November 2015 AENA will implement the last step of the upgrade of the ATM system, SACTA CF2, in November 2015. Point of contact: AENA Gabriel Novelles - gjnovelles@enaire.es Project description: The implementation of the last step of the upgraded system will include: - New concepts of Flight Level operations: NFL (Entry Flight Level), XFL (Exit Flight Level), TFL (Transfer Flight Level), ECL (En-cruise Flight Level) - Use of planned and cleared TFLs and ECLs according to role, type of sector etc. - New NFL, Planned Flight Level, Cleared Flight Level objects in flight label - Improved trajectory based on correct flight level management - Automatic planned TFL between (based on internal database) Expected benefits: - Increased ACC capacity - Increased sector capacities thanks to new functionalities - Reduced workload Implementation phases: Period Impact on network Mitigation performance measures Training January 2015 April 2015 None No Training Refresh September October 2015 None No Implementation 24 November 2015 Low No Transition period 24 Nov 30 Nov 2015 Low No Normal operations 1 December 2015 None No 09/12/2015 36

Training January 2015 April 2015 Milestones and dates Sector capacities Training to operate upgraded SACTA CF2 system. No reduction of sector capacities No reduction of maximum sector configuration None None Training Refresh September - October 2015 Milestones and dates Sector capacities Training Refresh to operate upgraded SACTA CF2 system. No reduction of sector capacities No reduction of maximum sector configuration None None Planned Implementation Date: 24 November 2015 Transition period: 24 November 2015 30 November 2015 Operations of upgraded SACTA CF2 system Milestones and dates Sector capacities Sector capacities reduced by 10% Maximum configuration: 6 Low None Return to normal operations: 1 December 2015 09/12/2015 37

SWITZERLAND GENEVA ACC Implementation of Stripless CH Step 4 1 st December 2015 The Step 4 of the Stripless CH is planned be implemented in Geneva ACC on 1 st December 2015. Point of contact: Project Manager : fabrice.pourraz@skyguide.ch Training Manager: yannick.berthet@skyguide.ch ATFM Manager: jean-hugues.weber@skyguide.ch Project description: The Step 4 of the Stripless CH will include the following changes: - Improvement of conflict detection tools on ACC Upper - Introduction of conflict detection tools on ACC Lower, implying electronic recording of all clearances (including CFL) - New tools supporting inbound flights and stack management o HMI for the Arrival Windows to act on the arrival sequence o New Radar display capabilities, showing aircraft in the Vertical Stack - Improved ecoordination tools between ACC and all surrounding non-stripless (APP, DELTA) - Improved HMI functionalities - Removal of the strip bays on ACC Lower, operating on new furniture (3 CWP) - Introduction of new ACC sectorisation plans, allowing to group ACC Lower and Upper Expected benefits: - Safety - Capacity Implementation phases: Period Impact on network performance Mitigation measures Training 28 SEP 2015-25 NOV 2015 None No Switch over Night from 30 NOV to 1 DEC 2015 Transition period 1 1 DEC 2015 Medium See below Transition period 2 1 DEC 2015-18 DEC 2015 Low See below Transition period 3 18 DEC 2015-24 DEC 2015 Low See below Normal operations 25 DEC 2015 None No Low No 09/12/2015 38

Training: 28 SEP 2015 25 NOV 2015 Training to operate with Stripless CH, Step 4 Milestones and dates 28 SEP 2015 25 NOV 2015 Sector capacities No reduction of sector capacities No reduction of maximum configuration No None None It can lead to temporary shortages at the opening of. Planned Cutover Date: 1 DEC 2015 Transition period 1: 1 DEC 2015 @05:00z 1 DEC 2015 @12:00z Milestones and dates Sector capacities Operations with Stripless CH, Step 4 1 DEC 2015 @05:00z 1 DEC 2015 @12:00z Sector capacities reduced by - 30% in INI - 10% in UAC - None in APP Maximum configuration: - 3 in INI - 4 in UAC Medium Possible on INN, and mainly INS & INE if grouped and G5 NARROW is not available 1 additional shift on Lower ACC Stripless experts ATCO available for support Request sent to Swiss Military to use as less as possible the G5 NARROW 23/02/2016 39

Transition period 2: 1 DEC 2015 @12:00z 18 DEC 2015 @05:00z Milestones and dates Sector capacities Operations with Stripless CH, Step 4 Sector capacities reduced by - 20% in INI - None in UAC - None in APP Maximum configuration: - 3 in INI - 4 in UAC Low Possible on INN, and mainly INS & INE if grouped and G5 NARROW is not available 1 additional shift on Lower ACC Request sent to Swiss Military to use as less as possible the G5 NARROW Transition period 3: 18 DEC 2015 @0500z 25 DEC 2015 @00:00z Milestones and dates Sector capacities Operations with Stripless CH, Step 4 Sector capacities reduced by - 10% in INI - None in UAC - None in APP Maximum configuration: - 3 in INI - 4 in UAC Low None Additional 2 shifts given by stripless specialists on Saturday the 19th and Saturday the 26th (7:00LT>14:00LT and 11:00LT>18:00LT), in order to help the ATCO on duty having to face up ski traffic. Return to normal operations 25 DEC 2015 23/02/2016 40

SWITZERLAND ZURICH ACC Implementation of Stripless CH Step 4 5 th April 2016 The Step 4 of the Stripless CH project is planned to be implemented in Zurich ACC on 5 th April 2016. Point of contact: Project Manager: fabrice.pourraz@skyguide.ch Training Manager: james.stucki@skyguide.ch ATFM Manager: jonas.wobmann@skyguide.ch Project description: The Step 4 of Stripless CH will include the following changes: - Introduction of conflict detection tools on ACC - New tools supporting inbound flights and stack management o HMI for the Arrival Windows to act on the arrival sequence o New Radar display capabilities, showing aircraft in the Vertical Stack - Improved ecoordination tools between ACC and all surrounding non-stripless (APP, BERN, ARFA, DELTA) - Improved HMI functionalities - Full removal of the strip bays on ACC Expected benefits: - Safety - Capacity Implementation phases: Period Impact on network performance Mitigation measures Training FEB 2015 - MAR 2016 None No Switch over Night from 4 to 5 APR 2016 Low No Transition period 1 5 APR 2016-11 APR 2016 Low Additional shifts Transition period 2 12 APR 2016-25 APR 2016 Low Additional shifts Normal operations 26 APR 2016 None No 23/02/2016 41

Training: Training to operate with Stripless CH, Step 4 Milestones and dates FEB 2016 MAR 2016 Sector capacities No reduction of sector capacities No reduction of maximum configuration No None None None Planned Cutover Date: 5 APR 2016 Transition period 1: 5 APR 2016 11 APR 2016 Operations with Stripless CH, Step 4 Milestones and dates 5 APR 2016 11 APR 2016 Sector capacities Sector capacities reduced by 20% Maximum configuration: - 4 LSAZCTA - 5 LSAZUTA Low LSAZM4, LSAZM5 CP, STAM Configuration expanded by approximately 4-6 shifts 23/02/2016 42

Transition period 2: 12 APR 2016 26 APR 2016 Operations with Stripless CH, Step 4 Milestones and dates 12 APR 2016 25 APR 2016 Sector capacities Sector capacities reduced by 10% Maximum configuration: - 4 LSAZCTA - 5 LSAZUTA Low LSAZM4, LSAZM5 CP, STAM Configuration expanded by approximately 4 shifts Return to normal operations 26 APR 2016 23/02/2016 43

UK LONDON TC AIRSPACE PROGRAMME LAMP 1A August 2015 15 February 2016 NATS will implement the first phase of their modernisation programme within London Terminal Area, known as the LAMP Programme. Point of contact: NATS Stuart McBride - Stuart.Mcbride@nats.co.uk Project description: Initial phase of major airspace modernisation which will simultaneously introduce: A revised airspace structure for LTC Thames including point merge arrivals, provision of new holding areas and SIDs for London City airport as well as additional controlled airspace. Re-sectorisation of several LTC and LAC. Revised routings for arrival and departure routes from LTMA airfields. Planned implementation date 4 th February 2016. Expected benefits: Safety and environmental enhancements. Increased systemisation in Terminal Airspace. Improved traffic management. Implementation phases: Period Impact on Network performance Mitigation measures Training Phase 1 August 12 September 2015 Low No Training Phase 2 13 September 2015 3 February 2016 Low No Implementation 4 February 2016 Medium No Transition period 4 14 February 2016 Medium No Normal operations 15 February 2016 None No 09/12/2015 44

Training phase: August 12 September 2015 Training of the trainers for LAMP 1A Milestones and dates Sector capacities No reduction Maximum configuration: Same as 2014 Low No Possible staffing during training Training phase: 13 September 2015 3 February 2016 Training for LAMP 1A Milestones and dates Sector capacities No reduction Maximum configuration: Same as 2014-2015 Low No Possible staffing during training. No training from 22 December until 2 January to minimise Network over holiday period. Implementation: 4 February 2016 Transition period Phase 1 : 4 February 2016 14 February 2016 Milestones and dates Sector capacities Operations with the LAMP 1A Capacities reduced by 20% in TC WILLO, TC TIMBA, TC BIG, TC GODLU, Thames and all TC EAST Maximum configuration: same as 2015 Medium No UK South school holidays 13/02/16 -> 21/02/16 Normal operations: from 15 February 2016 09/12/2015 45

UKRAINE L VIV ACC NEW SYSTEM March 2015 September 2016 Point of contact: UkSATSE Deputy Head of Lviv ACC trokhimchuk@uksatse.aero Tel +380504303637 Project description: The implementation of the new system and ops room will include: - 5 ACC sector positions (2 additional sector) - New ATM system - Stripless system - MTCD - OLDI - Enhanced functionality (System Coordination, Monitoring Aids, etc.) - Advanced HMI Expected benefits: - Increased ACC capacity - Possibility to open additional sector - Increased sector capacities thanks to new functionalities - Airspace structure optimisation - Improved configuration management - Free route - Flexible sectorisation Implementation phases: Period Impact on network performance Mitigation measures Training January 2015 March 2015 None No Cutover 16 March 2015 Low No Transition phase 16 March 2015 01 September 2016 Low No Normal operations 02 September 2016 None No 05/04/2016 46

Training: January 2015 March 2015 Milestones and dates Sector capacities Training No reduction of sector capacities No reduction of maximum sector configuration None None Planned Cutover Date: 16 March 2015 Transition phase: 16 March 2015 01 September 2016 Milestones and dates Sector capacities Operations on the new system Sector capacities reduced by 10% Maximum configuration: 5 ACC Low None None Return to normal operations: 02 September 2016 05/04/2016 47

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ANNEX C. VIEW ON THE TRANSITION PROJECTS AUTUMN 2015 / SPRING 2016 Legend: ATM systems, new OPS room Airspace reorganisations (en-route, TMA, new RWYs, TWYs, etc.) 05/04/2016 49