From a20e160cf4014bbc34e001525b93ad7a961e35ba Mon Sep 17 00:00:00 2001 From: TopPilot8362 <97037818+TopPilot8362@users.noreply.github.com> Date: Wed, 27 May 2026 12:57:22 +0100 Subject: [PATCH 01/14] Create index1.md --- docs/Pilot's Corner/index/index1.md | 1 + 1 file changed, 1 insertion(+) create mode 100644 docs/Pilot's Corner/index/index1.md diff --git a/docs/Pilot's Corner/index/index1.md b/docs/Pilot's Corner/index/index1.md new file mode 100644 index 00000000..bc1b5194 --- /dev/null +++ b/docs/Pilot's Corner/index/index1.md @@ -0,0 +1 @@ +# Purpose From 906c07d7d4159042476b104e6957744cb7081c70 Mon Sep 17 00:00:00 2001 From: TopPilot8362 <97037818+TopPilot8362@users.noreply.github.com> Date: Wed, 27 May 2026 12:57:38 +0100 Subject: [PATCH 02/14] Delete docs/Pilot's Corner/index directory --- docs/Pilot's Corner/index/index1.md | 1 - 1 file changed, 1 deletion(-) delete mode 100644 docs/Pilot's Corner/index/index1.md diff --git a/docs/Pilot's Corner/index/index1.md b/docs/Pilot's Corner/index/index1.md deleted file mode 100644 index bc1b5194..00000000 --- a/docs/Pilot's Corner/index/index1.md +++ /dev/null @@ -1 +0,0 @@ -# Purpose From 2bc44b136249d0743117bdd346af3253552c205f Mon Sep 17 00:00:00 2001 From: TopPilot8362 <97037818+TopPilot8362@users.noreply.github.com> Date: Wed, 27 May 2026 12:58:12 +0100 Subject: [PATCH 03/14] Create index1.md --- docs/Pilot's Corner/00index/index1.md | 1 + 1 file changed, 1 insertion(+) create mode 100644 docs/Pilot's Corner/00index/index1.md diff --git a/docs/Pilot's Corner/00index/index1.md b/docs/Pilot's Corner/00index/index1.md new file mode 100644 index 00000000..cbf543e0 --- /dev/null +++ b/docs/Pilot's Corner/00index/index1.md @@ -0,0 +1 @@ +# Pilot's Corner From 09e46e8429c3fd00ca0233c7e2cd7d2138b4fec1 Mon Sep 17 00:00:00 2001 From: TopPilot8362 <97037818+TopPilot8362@users.noreply.github.com> Date: Wed, 27 May 2026 12:58:37 +0100 Subject: [PATCH 04/14] Update index1.md --- docs/Pilot's Corner/00index/index1.md | 5 +++++ 1 file changed, 5 insertions(+) diff --git a/docs/Pilot's Corner/00index/index1.md b/docs/Pilot's Corner/00index/index1.md index cbf543e0..0461d191 100644 --- a/docs/Pilot's Corner/00index/index1.md +++ b/docs/Pilot's Corner/00index/index1.md @@ -1 +1,6 @@ # Pilot's Corner + +Welcome to VATSIM! + +## Purpose +This page is intended to boost the knowledge of pilots, making it easier for our approved controllers and for you to understand the flying side of the network. This covers tools used by pilots, things that are expected by VATSIM and controllers, as well as pilot briefings to help you with local procedures. From 8f29faa9b1ef65347d13ead33402fc76dc42d039 Mon Sep 17 00:00:00 2001 From: TopPilot8362 <97037818+TopPilot8362@users.noreply.github.com> Date: Wed, 27 May 2026 12:58:59 +0100 Subject: [PATCH 05/14] Delete docs/Pilot's Corner/00index directory --- docs/Pilot's Corner/00index/index1.md | 6 ------ 1 file changed, 6 deletions(-) delete mode 100644 docs/Pilot's Corner/00index/index1.md diff --git a/docs/Pilot's Corner/00index/index1.md b/docs/Pilot's Corner/00index/index1.md deleted file mode 100644 index 0461d191..00000000 --- a/docs/Pilot's Corner/00index/index1.md +++ /dev/null @@ -1,6 +0,0 @@ -# Pilot's Corner - -Welcome to VATSIM! - -## Purpose -This page is intended to boost the knowledge of pilots, making it easier for our approved controllers and for you to understand the flying side of the network. This covers tools used by pilots, things that are expected by VATSIM and controllers, as well as pilot briefings to help you with local procedures. From 4535f523d6e133c0e7c51d91d1b2a0fe9d95ff46 Mon Sep 17 00:00:00 2001 From: TopPilot8362 <97037818+TopPilot8362@users.noreply.github.com> Date: Wed, 27 May 2026 13:32:54 +0100 Subject: [PATCH 06/14] Create ground.md --- docs/Aerodromes/Kenya/HKUK/ground.md | 82 ++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ 1 file changed, 82 insertions(+) create mode 100644 docs/Aerodromes/Kenya/HKUK/ground.md diff --git a/docs/Aerodromes/Kenya/HKUK/ground.md b/docs/Aerodromes/Kenya/HKUK/ground.md new file mode 100644 index 00000000..650b4105 --- /dev/null +++ b/docs/Aerodromes/Kenya/HKUK/ground.md @@ -0,0 +1,82 @@ +# HKUK Delivery + +- HKUK doesn't have a dedicated Delivery Position, with Diani Tower (HKUK_TWR) assuming the role of Delivery. + +## Flight Level Restrictions + +**All restrictions to be reviewed and inserted.** + +## IFR Clearance Rules + +- IFR departure clearances are not provided, since Diani Airport does not have support for any IFR procedures. +- Enroute IFR clearances can be coordinated with Mombasa Radar. + +## VFR Clearance Rules + +- Diani Airport grants all VFR clearances on the tower frequency. + +### Phraseology + +VFR aircraft clearance must come from the tower controller, but the ground controller should get some information from the pilot and taxi them out to a runway before they receive their clearance. + +When a VFR aircraft calls for clearance, they must include the following: +- Souls on board +- Fuel on board +- Intentions + +If the aircraft does not include any of the above, the information must be requested before a clearance is given. + +Once all the information has been received from the pilot, the controller must then issue start clearance and taxi instructions to a runway holding point. Once the aircraft is at the holding point, they can receive their clearance. + +At this point, the aircraft must be handed to tower so that the tower controller can provide the aircraft with a clearance. + +## Cruise Level Rules + +- Kenyan Airspace operates with the following RVSM standard table of Cruising Levels. + +{{ page>icao-cruiselevels#RVSM Feet }} + +## SID Selection + +- As there are no IFR operations at Diani, no SIDs are available. Check the VFR departure procedures below. + +## VFR Markers + +- **TIWI marker** - A school, Bongwe Primary to the northeast of Mwakola Dam approximately 4NM to the airport. (Wide right base RWY19) +- **PENGO marker** - A school, Mwamanga Primary school, approximately 7nm to the southeast of Kinango town / 7.9NM to the southwest of Kwale town +- **LANZE marker** - A sparse residential area, near the town of Kifyonzo (coordinates 041145.660 S0391450.370E) + **NOTE: LANZE marker is only available when HKR11 is not active** + +## Departure Procedures & Initial Climbs + +VFR departures are available at Diani. + +### VFR Departure Runway 01 + +- Climb straight ahead, passing 400ft, make a climbing LEFT turn to the TIWI marker and maintain 2000ft. + +### VFR Departure Runway 19 + +- Climb straight ahead, passing 500ft, make a climbing RIGHT turn to the TIWI marker and maintain 2000ft. + +- Departure can further be coordinated by Mombasa Radar or can be continued on the VFR access lane by a climb to FL28. + +## VFR Access Lane + +Diani has one access lane for a northwesterly departure, following this route: + +- When HKR11 is active: + - TIWI marker + - PENGO marker + - Turn right or left or get authorization from Mombasa Radar to avoid airspace infringement + - VFR to IFR clearances can also be obtained from Mombasa Radar + +- When HKR11 is not active: + - TIWI marker + - PENGO marker + - LANZE marker (optional) + - VFR to IFR clearances can also be obtained from Mombasa Radar + +**NOTE:** Diani Tower controls access lane. + +Minimum recommended altitude for access lane is FL28. From a48014bc5c3f9f44feec2de9c689009bd163a8ac Mon Sep 17 00:00:00 2001 From: TopPilot8362 <97037818+TopPilot8362@users.noreply.github.com> Date: Wed, 27 May 2026 13:33:20 +0100 Subject: [PATCH 07/14] Update ground.md --- docs/Aerodromes/Kenya/HKUK/ground.md | 2 -- 1 file changed, 2 deletions(-) diff --git a/docs/Aerodromes/Kenya/HKUK/ground.md b/docs/Aerodromes/Kenya/HKUK/ground.md index 650b4105..7fcc9c4e 100644 --- a/docs/Aerodromes/Kenya/HKUK/ground.md +++ b/docs/Aerodromes/Kenya/HKUK/ground.md @@ -34,8 +34,6 @@ At this point, the aircraft must be handed to tower so that the tower controller - Kenyan Airspace operates with the following RVSM standard table of Cruising Levels. -{{ page>icao-cruiselevels#RVSM Feet }} - ## SID Selection - As there are no IFR operations at Diani, no SIDs are available. Check the VFR departure procedures below. From b94eaa8f9a6ad1edf7ea37cc7b97f586927fcabb Mon Sep 17 00:00:00 2001 From: TopPilot8362 <97037818+TopPilot8362@users.noreply.github.com> Date: Wed, 27 May 2026 13:33:41 +0100 Subject: [PATCH 08/14] Delete docs/Aerodromes/Kenya/HKUK/ground.md --- docs/Aerodromes/Kenya/HKUK/ground.md | 80 ---------------------------- 1 file changed, 80 deletions(-) delete mode 100644 docs/Aerodromes/Kenya/HKUK/ground.md diff --git a/docs/Aerodromes/Kenya/HKUK/ground.md b/docs/Aerodromes/Kenya/HKUK/ground.md deleted file mode 100644 index 7fcc9c4e..00000000 --- a/docs/Aerodromes/Kenya/HKUK/ground.md +++ /dev/null @@ -1,80 +0,0 @@ -# HKUK Delivery - -- HKUK doesn't have a dedicated Delivery Position, with Diani Tower (HKUK_TWR) assuming the role of Delivery. - -## Flight Level Restrictions - -**All restrictions to be reviewed and inserted.** - -## IFR Clearance Rules - -- IFR departure clearances are not provided, since Diani Airport does not have support for any IFR procedures. -- Enroute IFR clearances can be coordinated with Mombasa Radar. - -## VFR Clearance Rules - -- Diani Airport grants all VFR clearances on the tower frequency. - -### Phraseology - -VFR aircraft clearance must come from the tower controller, but the ground controller should get some information from the pilot and taxi them out to a runway before they receive their clearance. - -When a VFR aircraft calls for clearance, they must include the following: -- Souls on board -- Fuel on board -- Intentions - -If the aircraft does not include any of the above, the information must be requested before a clearance is given. - -Once all the information has been received from the pilot, the controller must then issue start clearance and taxi instructions to a runway holding point. Once the aircraft is at the holding point, they can receive their clearance. - -At this point, the aircraft must be handed to tower so that the tower controller can provide the aircraft with a clearance. - -## Cruise Level Rules - -- Kenyan Airspace operates with the following RVSM standard table of Cruising Levels. - -## SID Selection - -- As there are no IFR operations at Diani, no SIDs are available. Check the VFR departure procedures below. - -## VFR Markers - -- **TIWI marker** - A school, Bongwe Primary to the northeast of Mwakola Dam approximately 4NM to the airport. (Wide right base RWY19) -- **PENGO marker** - A school, Mwamanga Primary school, approximately 7nm to the southeast of Kinango town / 7.9NM to the southwest of Kwale town -- **LANZE marker** - A sparse residential area, near the town of Kifyonzo (coordinates 041145.660 S0391450.370E) - **NOTE: LANZE marker is only available when HKR11 is not active** - -## Departure Procedures & Initial Climbs - -VFR departures are available at Diani. - -### VFR Departure Runway 01 - -- Climb straight ahead, passing 400ft, make a climbing LEFT turn to the TIWI marker and maintain 2000ft. - -### VFR Departure Runway 19 - -- Climb straight ahead, passing 500ft, make a climbing RIGHT turn to the TIWI marker and maintain 2000ft. - -- Departure can further be coordinated by Mombasa Radar or can be continued on the VFR access lane by a climb to FL28. - -## VFR Access Lane - -Diani has one access lane for a northwesterly departure, following this route: - -- When HKR11 is active: - - TIWI marker - - PENGO marker - - Turn right or left or get authorization from Mombasa Radar to avoid airspace infringement - - VFR to IFR clearances can also be obtained from Mombasa Radar - -- When HKR11 is not active: - - TIWI marker - - PENGO marker - - LANZE marker (optional) - - VFR to IFR clearances can also be obtained from Mombasa Radar - -**NOTE:** Diani Tower controls access lane. - -Minimum recommended altitude for access lane is FL28. From a4fe666352e0ebca7c774b2e2c973a5fe9e84224 Mon Sep 17 00:00:00 2001 From: TopPilot8362 <97037818+TopPilot8362@users.noreply.github.com> Date: Wed, 27 May 2026 13:33:52 +0100 Subject: [PATCH 09/14] Create delivery.md --- docs/Aerodromes/Kenya/HKUK/delivery.md | 82 ++++++++++++++++++++++++++ 1 file changed, 82 insertions(+) create mode 100644 docs/Aerodromes/Kenya/HKUK/delivery.md diff --git a/docs/Aerodromes/Kenya/HKUK/delivery.md b/docs/Aerodromes/Kenya/HKUK/delivery.md new file mode 100644 index 00000000..650b4105 --- /dev/null +++ b/docs/Aerodromes/Kenya/HKUK/delivery.md @@ -0,0 +1,82 @@ +# HKUK Delivery + +- HKUK doesn't have a dedicated Delivery Position, with Diani Tower (HKUK_TWR) assuming the role of Delivery. + +## Flight Level Restrictions + +**All restrictions to be reviewed and inserted.** + +## IFR Clearance Rules + +- IFR departure clearances are not provided, since Diani Airport does not have support for any IFR procedures. +- Enroute IFR clearances can be coordinated with Mombasa Radar. + +## VFR Clearance Rules + +- Diani Airport grants all VFR clearances on the tower frequency. + +### Phraseology + +VFR aircraft clearance must come from the tower controller, but the ground controller should get some information from the pilot and taxi them out to a runway before they receive their clearance. + +When a VFR aircraft calls for clearance, they must include the following: +- Souls on board +- Fuel on board +- Intentions + +If the aircraft does not include any of the above, the information must be requested before a clearance is given. + +Once all the information has been received from the pilot, the controller must then issue start clearance and taxi instructions to a runway holding point. Once the aircraft is at the holding point, they can receive their clearance. + +At this point, the aircraft must be handed to tower so that the tower controller can provide the aircraft with a clearance. + +## Cruise Level Rules + +- Kenyan Airspace operates with the following RVSM standard table of Cruising Levels. + +{{ page>icao-cruiselevels#RVSM Feet }} + +## SID Selection + +- As there are no IFR operations at Diani, no SIDs are available. Check the VFR departure procedures below. + +## VFR Markers + +- **TIWI marker** - A school, Bongwe Primary to the northeast of Mwakola Dam approximately 4NM to the airport. (Wide right base RWY19) +- **PENGO marker** - A school, Mwamanga Primary school, approximately 7nm to the southeast of Kinango town / 7.9NM to the southwest of Kwale town +- **LANZE marker** - A sparse residential area, near the town of Kifyonzo (coordinates 041145.660 S0391450.370E) + **NOTE: LANZE marker is only available when HKR11 is not active** + +## Departure Procedures & Initial Climbs + +VFR departures are available at Diani. + +### VFR Departure Runway 01 + +- Climb straight ahead, passing 400ft, make a climbing LEFT turn to the TIWI marker and maintain 2000ft. + +### VFR Departure Runway 19 + +- Climb straight ahead, passing 500ft, make a climbing RIGHT turn to the TIWI marker and maintain 2000ft. + +- Departure can further be coordinated by Mombasa Radar or can be continued on the VFR access lane by a climb to FL28. + +## VFR Access Lane + +Diani has one access lane for a northwesterly departure, following this route: + +- When HKR11 is active: + - TIWI marker + - PENGO marker + - Turn right or left or get authorization from Mombasa Radar to avoid airspace infringement + - VFR to IFR clearances can also be obtained from Mombasa Radar + +- When HKR11 is not active: + - TIWI marker + - PENGO marker + - LANZE marker (optional) + - VFR to IFR clearances can also be obtained from Mombasa Radar + +**NOTE:** Diani Tower controls access lane. + +Minimum recommended altitude for access lane is FL28. From 0c0f2ed91c5328f0504f42965316b2f00d672991 Mon Sep 17 00:00:00 2001 From: TopPilot8362 <97037818+TopPilot8362@users.noreply.github.com> Date: Wed, 27 May 2026 13:36:14 +0100 Subject: [PATCH 10/14] Create ground.md --- docs/Aerodromes/Kenya/HKUK/ground.md | 14 ++++++++++++++ 1 file changed, 14 insertions(+) create mode 100644 docs/Aerodromes/Kenya/HKUK/ground.md diff --git a/docs/Aerodromes/Kenya/HKUK/ground.md b/docs/Aerodromes/Kenya/HKUK/ground.md new file mode 100644 index 00000000..e1b63155 --- /dev/null +++ b/docs/Aerodromes/Kenya/HKUK/ground.md @@ -0,0 +1,14 @@ +# HKUK Ground + +## Push-back Procedures + +### Phraseology + +CALLSIGN, push-back approved, facing DIRECTION. + +### Push-back Locations and Details + +| Apron | Type | Facing | Remarks | +|---------|----------------|------------|---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------| +| Terminal| Main Terminal | North | Only start-up will be needed in most cases, but pushback can be arranged if aircraft turn radius deems it necessary | +| Apron | GA | South-East | North | Only start-up will be needed in most cases, but pushback can be arranged if aircraft turn radius deems it necessary | From 40afe1bd0473ae21caa170dea943d4144939e984 Mon Sep 17 00:00:00 2001 From: TopPilot8362 <97037818+TopPilot8362@users.noreply.github.com> Date: Wed, 27 May 2026 13:36:35 +0100 Subject: [PATCH 11/14] Update delivery.md --- docs/Aerodromes/Kenya/HKUK/delivery.md | 2 -- 1 file changed, 2 deletions(-) diff --git a/docs/Aerodromes/Kenya/HKUK/delivery.md b/docs/Aerodromes/Kenya/HKUK/delivery.md index 650b4105..7fcc9c4e 100644 --- a/docs/Aerodromes/Kenya/HKUK/delivery.md +++ b/docs/Aerodromes/Kenya/HKUK/delivery.md @@ -34,8 +34,6 @@ At this point, the aircraft must be handed to tower so that the tower controller - Kenyan Airspace operates with the following RVSM standard table of Cruising Levels. -{{ page>icao-cruiselevels#RVSM Feet }} - ## SID Selection - As there are no IFR operations at Diani, no SIDs are available. Check the VFR departure procedures below. From 1ee2d09c0bc5804bd922285b7dc41e5eadd211b5 Mon Sep 17 00:00:00 2001 From: TopPilot8362 <97037818+TopPilot8362@users.noreply.github.com> Date: Wed, 27 May 2026 13:37:43 +0100 Subject: [PATCH 12/14] Update ground.md with airline and ICAO allocations Added airline and ICAO stand allocation section to ground.md --- docs/Aerodromes/Kenya/HKUK/ground.md | 9 +++++++++ 1 file changed, 9 insertions(+) diff --git a/docs/Aerodromes/Kenya/HKUK/ground.md b/docs/Aerodromes/Kenya/HKUK/ground.md index e1b63155..6a0b5114 100644 --- a/docs/Aerodromes/Kenya/HKUK/ground.md +++ b/docs/Aerodromes/Kenya/HKUK/ground.md @@ -12,3 +12,12 @@ CALLSIGN, push-back approved, facing DIRECTION. |---------|----------------|------------|---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------| | Terminal| Main Terminal | North | Only start-up will be needed in most cases, but pushback can be arranged if aircraft turn radius deems it necessary | | Apron | GA | South-East | North | Only start-up will be needed in most cases, but pushback can be arranged if aircraft turn radius deems it necessary | + +## Airline and ICAO Stand Allocation + +| Terminal | ICAO | Airline | Preferred Terminal | Remarks | +|----------|-------|------------------------|---------------------|---------| +| ::: | JMA | Jambojet | ANY | - | +| ::: | RRV | Mombasa Air Safari | ANY | - | +| ::: | XLK | Safarilink | ANY | - | +| ::: | SEW | Skyward Express | ANY | - | From 88af38dcbec2a0e111e31585420deb4a4d8b59df Mon Sep 17 00:00:00 2001 From: TopPilot8362 <97037818+TopPilot8362@users.noreply.github.com> Date: Wed, 27 May 2026 13:38:37 +0100 Subject: [PATCH 13/14] Update ground.md --- docs/Aerodromes/Kenya/HKUK/ground.md | 10 ++++++++++ 1 file changed, 10 insertions(+) diff --git a/docs/Aerodromes/Kenya/HKUK/ground.md b/docs/Aerodromes/Kenya/HKUK/ground.md index 6a0b5114..0ef5cf2e 100644 --- a/docs/Aerodromes/Kenya/HKUK/ground.md +++ b/docs/Aerodromes/Kenya/HKUK/ground.md @@ -21,3 +21,13 @@ CALLSIGN, push-back approved, facing DIRECTION. | ::: | RRV | Mombasa Air Safari | ANY | - | | ::: | XLK | Safarilink | ANY | - | | ::: | SEW | Skyward Express | ANY | - | + +### Terminal Stand Allocation + +- There are no stands, so it is purely based on apron space. +- The terminal apron is used for airline arrivals and departures. However, it can also be used by GA. + +### Apron Stand Allocation + +- There are no stands, so it is purely based on apron space. +- The apron is used for airline arrivals and departures. However, it can also be used by GA. From 79d2612f74d933a7b6af60b113986ea3798d4afb Mon Sep 17 00:00:00 2001 From: TopPilot8362 <97037818+TopPilot8362@users.noreply.github.com> Date: Wed, 27 May 2026 13:39:49 +0100 Subject: [PATCH 14/14] Create tower.md --- docs/Aerodromes/Kenya/HKUK/tower.md | 32 +++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ 1 file changed, 32 insertions(+) create mode 100644 docs/Aerodromes/Kenya/HKUK/tower.md diff --git a/docs/Aerodromes/Kenya/HKUK/tower.md b/docs/Aerodromes/Kenya/HKUK/tower.md new file mode 100644 index 00000000..36c5b04c --- /dev/null +++ b/docs/Aerodromes/Kenya/HKUK/tower.md @@ -0,0 +1,32 @@ +# HKUK Tower + +## Runway Selection + +- Runway 19 is the preferred active runway, up to 10 kts of tailwind. + +## Runway Change Operations + +- Runway changes must be coordinated with existing TWR and APP controllers. +- If possible, hold aircraft on stand before a runway change operation. +- If an aircraft is already taxing on one of the apron or terminal taxiways, offer the pilot the option to use the existing active runway or to enter the runway for taxiway direction change. +- If an aircraft has already passed an approach IAF (final turn on pattern or right wide base) fix, an APP or TWR controller should advise the pilot of the possibility of a runway change prior to the aircraft being on the final approach segment. + +## Wake Separation + +### Arrivals (nm) + +| Lead | J | H | M | L | +|-------|---|---|---|---| +| J | | | | | +| H | 6 | 4 | | | +| M | 7 | 5 | 5 | | +| L | 8 | 6 | 5 | 5 | + +### Departures (min) + +| Lead | J | H | M | L | +|-------|---|---|---|---| +| J | | | | | +| H | 2 | | | | +| M | 3 | 2 | | | +| L | 3 | 2 | 2 | |