This WBT deals with the Airborne Collision Avoidance Systems (ACAS) and Traffic Collision Avoidance Systems (TCAS). After a general overview with an introduction and definitions, the trainee is familiarized with system principles, its operations and limitations. It serves as initial and refresher training.
This training is based on the following regulations:
• EASA Part FCL
• EU Regulation 2015/1018
• ICAO DOC 8168
Content
System orientation
• Definitions & basic principles of system operation
System operation
• TA / RA & respective communication
• Instrumentation
Special cases, errors and TCAS limitations
Operational considerations