1. area "ED-R Schwerin"
The "ED-R Schwerin" area comprises a Circle with a radius of 3 nautical miles (NM) around the point 53°37'28" N, 011°25'07" O. The vertical boundary extends from the floor surface (GND) up to a height of FL100 (Flight Level 100, about 10,000 feet).
- Temporal effectiveness:
- October 2024: 08:00 to 22:00 UTC
- October 2024: 07:00 to 22:00 UTC
- October 2024: 07:00 to 16:00 UTC
2. area "ED-R Schloss Bothmer"
In addition, the "ED-R Schloss Bothmer" area was defined, which has a Circle with a radius of 3 NM around the point 53°57'32" N, 011°09'34" O includes. Here too, the vertical limit ranges from GND to FL100.
- Temporal effectiveness:
- October 2024: 14:30 to 22:00 UTC
3. adjustments and communication
If there are any changes to the restrictions, such as the Shortening the effectiveness period or the Reduction of the vertical limitthese will be recognised by the Mecklenburg-Western Pomerania State Police announced. The DFS Deutsche Flugsicherung GmbH changes will be made by NOTAMs (Notice to Airmen). Pilots can also obtain information on the current status of areas with flight restrictions via the Frequencies 132.650 MHz and 125.100 MHz of the Langen Flight Information Service.
4. type of flight restrictions
Within the defined areas, comprehensive Flight restrictionswhich covers all flights, including the operation of model aircraft and unmanned aerial systemsprohibit the use of the product. Exceptions to these restrictions are permitted in the following cases:
- Mission flights the police or the armed forces
- State aircraftthat are related to the event
- Rescue and disaster control operations
- Ambulance flights
- Flights travelling to Instrument flight rules (IFR) as long as they fulfil the ICAO standards according to Annex 17 (safeguarding international civil aviation against unlawful interference)
It is important to note that Training flights, Photo or survey flights (also under IFR) are not permitted in the restricted areas. All authorised flights, including visual flights (VFR), must be registered in advance with the Mecklenburg-Western Pomerania State Police be registered and authorised in the air operations section. During the stay in the area with flight restrictions, a Ensure permanent audibility on the frequency 135.600 MHz ("Police Info").
Conclusion
The temporary flight restrictions on the occasion of the Day of German Unity 2024 in Schwerin and the surrounding area serve to protect public safety. These restrictions are necessary to minimise potential dangers in the airspace and to ensure that the celebrations run smoothly. Pilots and aircraft operators should find out about the exact regulations in good time and ensure that all requirements are met in order to avoid penalties and disruption.
Source references:
NFL (the link requires a subscription to Eisenschmidt)
