F L Y - I N AOPA H O M E C O M I N G FREDERICK, MD NOTAM Aircraft Owners and Pilots Association (AOPA) Fly-In Frederick Municipal Airport (FDK) Frederick, MD SPECIAL FLIGHT PROCEDURES EFFECTIVE 1200 NOON local Friday, June 5, 2015 until 600 PM local Saturday, June 6, 2015 DC SPECIAL FLIGHT RULES AREA Pilots are urged to review all applicable NOTAMs and arrival/departure procedures prior to conducting a flight to Frederick Municipal Airport. IFR flight plans should be filed at least 6 hours prior to proposed departure time. Pilots flying VFR within a 60 nautical mile radius of the Washington VOR/DME (DCA) are required by FAR 91.161 to complete the DC Special Flight Rules Area course at the FAASafety.gov website. After completing the training, print a copy of the certificate.
FREQUENCY OVERVIEW WASHINGTON CENTER 134.15 HARRISBURG APPROACH 124.1 P-40 POTOMAC APPROACH 126.825 P-40 EXPANDED WESTMINSTER VOR (EMI) FREDERICK (FDK) MARTINSBURG VOR (MRB) POTOMAC APPROACH 128.7 POTOMAC APPROACH 135.775 POTOMAC APPROACH 120.45 ATIS 124.875 NOTAM DC SFRA FREDERICK TOWER 132.4 AOPA FLY-IN FREDERICK POTOMAC APPROACH 125.525 FREDERICK GROUND 121.975 NOT FOR NAVIGATION PURPOSES PG 1
VFR ARRIVALS OVERVIEW CAUTION P-40 EXPANDED P-40 WESTMINSTER VOR (EMI) FREDERICK AIRPORT MARTINSBURG VOR (MRB) 2,500' MSL CLEARVIEW HOLD NEW MARKET HARPER S FERRY HOLD WASHINGTON DC SFRA ATIS 124.875 FREDERICK TOWER 132.4 All VFR arrivals must begin over the Westminster VOR (EMI) (19 NM NE of Frederick Airport) or the Martinsburg VOR (MRB) (22 NM West of Frederick Airport.) NOTAM FREDERICK GROUND 121.975 TEMPORARY VFR PROCEDURES Specific procedures contained within this NOTAM may be revised at the time of the event. Pilots are urged to review all applicable NOTAMs and arrival/departure procedures prior to conducting a flight to Frederick Municipal Airport. Users are encouraged to check NOTAMs frequently to verify they possess the most current revisions. This NOTAM does not supersede restrictions pertaining to the use of airspace contained in FDC NOTAMS. AOPA FLY-IN FREDERICK NOT FOR NAVIGATION PURPOSES PG 2
VFR PROCEDURES EAST - ARRIVALS OVER WESTMINSTER VOR (EMI) CAUTION P-40 EXPANDED FREDERICK AIRPORT TOWER 132.4 MT PLEASANT N39 27 16.02 W77 19 32.00 300 @ 5NM NEW MARKET N39 22 57.81 W77 16 13.02 EMI R-253 @ 15NM WESTMINSTER VOR (EMI) 117.9 CLEARVIEW HOLD 2,500' MSL CAUTION CLASS B AIRSPACE/ WASHINGTON DC SFRA ATIS 124.875 FREDERICK TOWER 132.4 FREDERICK GROUND 121.975 Monitor ATIS on 124.875 as soon as practical. Please note the temporary AIRPORT CLOSURE on Saturday for aerobatic demonstration (Between 1130 AM-130 PM local) This arrival procedure begins at the Westminster VOR (EMI) 117.9 at or below 3,500 feet MSL. Aircraft requesting VFR traffic advisories (Recommended) should contact Approach well in advance of arriving over the Westminster VOR (EMI) and remain east of the VOR until communication has been established. (See frequency graphic for whom to contact depending on position.) Caution Stay alert for converging traffic over the Westminster VOR (EMI). In the event traffic volume requires holding, be prepared to fly the Clearview VFR holding pattern at 2,500 feet MSL, left turns. (See the Clearview VFR Holding Pattern Graphic) Once the hold has been lifted, follow instructions from ATC and proceed toward the town of New Market, MD. Caution Stay north of Interstate 70 to avoid the Washington DC SFRA/Class B Airspace. Expect radar services to be terminated approximately 10 nautical miles from Frederick Airport. (FDK). Descend to traffic pattern altitude at pilot s discretion. 1100 feet MSL helicopters, 1300 feet MSL single engine and light twins, 1800 feet MSL large twins and jets. Runway 23 From New Market, MD, follow Interstate 70 west toward Frederick Airport (FDK) and enter a left downwind for runway 23. Caution Stay alert for traffic on a right base for runway 23. Runway 5 From New Market, MD, follow Interstate 70 west toward Frederick Airport (FDK) and enter a right downwind for runway 5. Caution Stay alert for traffic on a left base for runway 5. After landing Exit the runway as quickly and as safely as possible. Do not stop on the runway unless absolutely necessary. UNLESS ATC AUTHORIZED, DO NOT GO BEYOND TAXIWAY A IF LANDING RUNWAY 12. UNLESS AUTHORIZED, DO NOT GO BEYOND TAXIWAY B WHEN LANDING RUNWAY 5. Follow taxi instructions and directional signs to the designated parking areas. Marshallers will direct aircraft to the parking spaces. NOTAM AOPA FLY-IN FREDERICK NOT FOR NAVIGATION PURPOSES PG 3
VFR PROCEDURES WEST - ARRIVALS OVER MARTINSBURG VOR (MRB) MARTINSBURG VOR (MRB) 112.1 MRB R-134 @ 6NM 2,500' MSL HARPER S FERRY HOLD CAUTION P-40 EXPANDED MRB R-089 @ 20NM 2,500' MSL 060 @ 12NM CAUTION CLASS B AIRSPACE/ WASHINGTON DC SFRA FREDERICK AIRPORT ATIS 124.875 FREDERICK TOWER 132.4 FREDERICK GROUND 121.975 Monitor ATIS on 124.875 as soon as practical. Please note the temporary AIRPORT CLOSURE on Saturday for aerobatic demonstration (Between 1130 AM-130 PM local) This arrival procedure begins at the Martinsburg VOR (MRB) 112.1 at 3,500 feet MSL. Aircraft requesting VFR traffic advisories (Recommended) should contact Approach well in advance of arriving over the Martinsburg VOR (MRB) and remain west of the VOR until communication has been established. (See frequency graphic for whom to contact depending on position.) Caution Stay alert for converging traffic over the Martinsburg VOR (MRB) and for IFR traffic east of Harper s Ferry at 2,600 feet MSL. In the event traffic volume requires holding, be prepared to fly the Harper s Ferry VFR holding pattern at 2,500 feet MSL, left turns. (See the Harper s Ferry VFR Holding Pattern Graphic) Once the hold has been lifted, follow instructions from ATC and proceed toward Frederick Airport (FDK). Expect radar services to be terminated approximately 10 nautical miles from Frederick Airport. (FDK). Descend to traffic pattern altitude at pilot s discretion. 1100 feet MSL helicopters, 1300 feet MSL single engine and light twins, 1800 feet MSL large twins and jets. Runway 23 If runway 23 is in use at Frederick Airport (FDK), expect to fly the 089 degree radial from the Martinsburg VOR (MRB) toward Fort Detrick (MD32) and enter a right downwind for runway 23. Caution Stay alert for traffic on a left base or on a long final for runway 23. Runway 5 If runway 5 is in use at Frederick Airport (FDK), expect to fly the 089 degree radial from the Martinsburg VOR (MRB) toward Fort Detrick (MD32) and maneuver for a left downwind entry for runway 5. Caution Stay alert for traffic on a right base for runway 5. After Landing Exit the runway as quickly and as safely as possible. Do not stop on the runway unless absolutely necessary. UNLESS ATC AUTHORIZED, DO NOT GO BEYOND TAXIWAY A IF LANDING RUNWAY 12. UNLESS AUTHORIZED, DO NOT GO BEYOND TAXIWAY B WHEN LANDING RUNWAY 5. Follow taxi instructions and directional signs to the designated parking areas. Marshallers will direct aircraft to the parking spaces. NOTAM AOPA FLY-IN FREDERICK NOT FOR NAVIGATION PURPOSES PG 4
IFR ARRIVALS IFR Delays IFR arrivals will be integrated with VFR traffic. However IFR separation requirements may cause delays when arrival rates exceed airport capacity. Pilots on an IFR flight plan should be prepared for the potential holding at Frederick Municipal Airport. IFR flight plans to Frederick Airport should be filed at least 6 hours prior to proposed departure time. Pilots flying IFR should be aware of the following NAVAIDS and RNAV fixes for navigation and holding purposes Hagerstown VOR (HGR), Martinsburg VOR (MRB), Westminster VOR (EMI), VINNY, BELAY, and BINNS. TEMPORARY CLOSURE AT FREDERICK AIRPORT FOR AEROBATIC DEMONSTRATION There will be a 10-15 minute aerobatic demonstration between 1130 AM-130 PM local on Saturday, June 6, 2015 during the AOPA Fly-in. Arrivals and departures will be stopped for the duration of the demonstration. Please plan accordingly. LOCAL TRAINING AND PRACTICE APPROACHES Local traffic pattern, closed traffic training, and practice instrument approaches may not be available at Frederick Municipal Airport during the AOPA Fly-In. CAUTIONS Washington D.C. Special Flight Rules Area (SFRA) approximately 7 miles southeast of Frederick Municipal Airport. P-40 Prohibited Area approximately 11 miles northwest of Frederick Municipal Airport. Restricted Area R-4009 4 miles northwest of Frederick Municipal Airport when expanded. Eastern WV Regional/Shepherd Field Airport (MRB) Class D Airspace 2 miles west of the Martinsburg VOR (MRB). Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD) Class B Airspace Baltimore/Washington International Thurgood Marshall Airport (BWI) Class B Airspace Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA) Class B Airspace Frederick Municipal Airport (FDK) Class D Airspace Hagerstown Regional-Richard A. Henson Field Airport (HGR) Class D Airspace Numerous Special Use Airspace in the vicinity of Frederick Municipal Airport NOTAM AOPA FLY-IN FREDERICK NOT FOR NAVIGATION PURPOSES PG 5
FREQUENCIES & WAYPOINT INFORMATION Enroute VFR Traffic Advisories Services Washington Center 134.15 Potomac Approach 126.825 Potomac Approach 135.775 Harrisburg Approach 124.1 Potomac Approach 125.525 Potomac Approach 128.7 *See frequency graphic for correct facility to contact depending on position Frederick Municipal Airport Frequencies ATIS 124.875 (301-600-1457) Frederick Tower 132.4 Frederick Ground 121.975 Clearance Delivery 121.975 Potomac Approach/Departure 125.525 NOTAM AOPA FLY-IN FREDERICK NOT FOR NAVIGATION PURPOSES PG 6
Specific Latitude/Longitude Coordinates Harper s Ferry, WV N39 19 23.06 W77 43 47.84 Brunswick Railroad Yard N39 18 34.04 W77 37 13.99 Fort Detrick (MD32) N39 26 07.96 W77 25 38.20 Frederick Municipal Airport (FDK) N39 24 59.66 W77 22 24.92 Clearview Airpark (2W2) N39 28 01.13 W77 01 02.90 Bridge over Liberty Resevoir N39 26 09.36 W76 56 12.33 New Market, MD N39 22 57.57 W77 16 11.09 Lake Linganore N39 24 58.18 W77 18 31.89 Union Bridge/Cement plant N39 33 43.18 W77 10 37.11 NOTAM AOPA FLY-IN FREDERICK NOT FOR NAVIGATION PURPOSES PG 7
GENERAL INFORMATION FREDERICK MUNICIPAL AIRPORT 12 23 30 5 AIRCRAFT PARKING ATIS 124.875 FREDERICK TOWER 132.4 FREDERICK GROUND 121.975 Parking Areas When operating in the parking areas, pilots are encouraged to be extra alert for taxiing aircraft, aircraft with engine(s) running, and vehicle/pedestrian traffic. Ground support personnel will be assisting aircraft to and from parking areas and run-up areas. For safety reasons, high RPM engine running is prohibited outside of designated run-up areas. Please review the parking map prior to landing and departure. This will brief you on the correct taxi routes. Vehicular Traffic Vehicles are not allowed on ramps except those belonging to airport operators and tenants, and exhibitors participating in the AOPA Frederick Municipal Airport Fly-In. Pre-flight Planning Please ensure that you have reviewed the special flight information, departure procedures, and temporary taxi procedures prior to engine start. High traffic density is expected Saturday morning and afternoon. Consider arriving during off-peak hours. NOTAM AOPA FLY-IN FREDERICK NOT FOR NAVIGATION PURPOSES PG 8
DEPARTURE PROCEDURES FREDERICK MUNICIPAL AIRPORT IFR Departures IFR departures may obtain their clearance from Potomac TRACON June 5 and 6, 2015 between the hours of 1200 NOON and 600 PM Local, on 126.9. After receiving their clearance they must advise FDK ground control they have their IFR clearance and verify their assigned beacon code. All other times, IFR departures will follow normal procedures and obtain their clearance through clearance delivery on 121.975. IFR departures expect initial direct to MRB or EMI depending on route of flight. (See departure graphic.) VFR Departures CAUTION Washington DC Special Flight Rules Area approximately 7 miles southeast of FDK. P-40 Prohibited Area approximately 11 miles northwest of FDK. VFR Flight Following Pilots wanting VFR flight-following are requested to file a VFR flight plan with FSS. VFR departures may obtain their VFR flight-following beacon code from Potomac TRACON June 5 and 6, 2015 between the hours of 1200 NOON and 600 PM local, on 126.9. Prior to Start-up Please ensure that you have reviewed the special flight information, departure procedures, and temporary taxi procedures prior to engine start. Check ATIS on 124.875. Run-up After start-up, contact ground on 121.975 when you are ready to taxi and provide N number, direction of flight, and ATIS code. Follow taxi instructions and proceed to the nearest designated run-up area. Taxi When run-up is complete, follow taxi instructions from ground. MONITOR the tower frequency on 132.4. Contact tower when number one for departure. Departure Depending on destination, expect to depart westbound (4500 MSL) toward Harper s Ferry, WV or northeast bound (3500 MSL) toward the cement plant near Union Bridge, MD before proceeding on course. Once clear of Frederick Class D Airspace change frequency at pilot s discretion. (There is no need to contact tower for frequency change if you are clear of the airspace.). (See departure graphic) NOTAM AOPA FLY-IN FREDERICK NOT FOR NAVIGATION PURPOSES PG 9
VFR DEPARTURES RUNWAY 05 IN USE P-40 CAUTION P-40 EXPANDED WESTMINSTER VOR (EMI) 117.9 MARTINSBURG VOR (MRB) 112.1 TO UNION BRIDGE CEMENT PLANT N39 34 04.24 W77 10 39.48 THEN PROCEED ON COURSE 4,500' MSL TO HARPER S FERRY N39 19'26.06" W77 43 47.84 THEN PROCEED ON COURSE CAUTION CLASS B AIRSPACE/ WASHINGTON DC SFRA VFR DEPARTURES RUNWAY 23 IN USE CAUTION P-40 EXPANDED WESTMINSTER VOR (EMI) 117.9 TO UNION BRIDGE CEMENT PLANT N39 34 04.24 W77 10 39.48 THEN PROCEED ON COURSE MARTINSBURG VOR (MRB) 112.1 4,500' MSL TO HARPER S FERRY N39 19'26.06" W77 43 47.84 THEN PROCEED ON COURSE NOTAM AOPA FLY-IN FREDERICK CAUTION CLASS B AIRSPACE/ WASHINGTON DC SFRA NOT FOR NAVIGATION PURPOSES PG 10
VFR HOLDING PATTERN EAST - CLEARVIEW CLEARVIEW (2W) N39 28'01.13" W77 01 02.90 WESTMINSTER VOR (EMI) 117.9 EMI R-253 @ 15NM CLEARVIEW HOLD FLY AT 2,500' MSL; LEFT TURNS BRIDGE OVER LIBERTY RESERVOIR N39 26 09.06 W76 56 12.99 TO NEW MARKET CAUTION CLASS B AIRSPACE CLEARVIEW (2W) N39 28'01.13" W77 01 02.90 FLY AT 2,500' MSL; LEFT TURNS 4NM @ APPX. 292 4NM @ APPX. 116 BRIDGE OVER LIBERTY RESERVOIR N39 26 09.06 W76 56 12.99 NOTAM AOPA FLY-IN FREDERICK NOT FOR NAVIGATION PURPOSES PG 11
VFR HOLDING PATTERN WEST - HARPER S FERRY MARTINSBURG VOR (MRB) 112.1 MRB R-089 @ 20NM TO FREDERICK MRB R-134 @ 6NM HARPER S FERRY N39 19'26.06" W77 43 47.84 FLY AT 2,500' MSL; LEFT TURNS 5NM 060 @ 12NM BRUNSWICK RAIL YARD N39 18'34.04" W77 37 13.99 CAUTION CLASS B AIRSPACE FROM MARTINSBURG VOR HARPER S FERRY N39 19'26.06" W77 43 47.84 FLY AT 2,500' MSL; LEFT TURNS 5NM BRUNSWICK RAIL YARD N39 18 34.04 W77 37 13.99 060 @ 12NM TO FREDERICK CAUTION CLASS B AIRSPACE 3.5NM SOUTHEAST NOTAM AOPA FLY-IN FREDERICK NOT FOR NAVIGATION PURPOSES PG 12