En Route Supplement Australia (ERSA)

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The En Route Supplement Australia (ERSA) is a vital aeronautical publication produced by Airservices Australia. It serves as the primary reference for pilots and flight planners fo r both pre-flight preparation and in-flight operations within Australian airspace. Core Components The ERSA is not just one document but a suite of categorized information: Aerodrome & Facilities Directory (FAC): The "heart" of the product. It provides alphabetical listings of all licensed (and some unlicensed) aerodromes and helicopter landing sites. Each entry includes: Pictorial aerodrome layouts (runway configurations, taxiways, and aprons). Physical characteristics (surface type, elevation, coordinates). Hours of operation for services (Tower, Fuel, Ground Handling). Lighting and Visual Ground Aids. Communication frequencies (CTAF, AWIS, FIA). Runway Distance Supplement (RDS): Optional extra with the ERSA, this provides critical take-off and landing distance data required for performance calculations. General Information (GEN): Contains conversion tables, time zones, emergency procedures, and contact details for aviation authorities. Special Procedures: Information on noise abatement, bird hazards, and specific local traffic regulations. Technical Specifications Amendment Cycle Updated every 12 weeks (AIRAC cycle). Primary Formats Spiral Bound & Loose Leaf (for binders) Effective Date The current version is effective as of July 2026, with the next amedment current as of September 3, 2026. Show more