Conditional RA (Restricted Area) status
The status of restricted areas (RAs) appears in the DAH and ERSA and is presented in a table on the VTC/VNC. This status indicates which types of restricted airspace it is possible to get a clearance through. NOTAMS are issued to list activation times and levels for military restricted airspace and MUST ALWAYS be consulted before flights through these areas, to avoid airspace infringements.
Several restricted military areas are adjacent to Parafield. Military airspace is activated by NOTAM and may become active at short notice. Check the status prior to going flying using the following codes and, if in doubt while airborne, check with ATC on the frequency you are on.
RA conditional status legend
RA1
Pilots may flight plan through the RA and, under normal circumstances, expect a clearance from ATC.
RA2
Pilots must not flight plan through the RA unless on a route specified in ERSA GEN FPR or by agreement with the Department of Defence. However, a clearance from ATC is not assured. Other tracking may be offered through the RA on a tactical basis.
RA3
Pilots must not flight plan through the RA and clearances will not be available.
Military airspace
Edinburgh
The Edinburgh military control zone (EDN CTR) adjoins the northern boundary of Parafield Class D airspace. Typical aircraft operating within the CTR include military helicopters, maritime patrol, military fast jets and large transport aircraft (CAUTION: wake turbulence).
Operations commonly include test flights which involve abnormal flight patterns and abrupt manoeuvres so you need to be cautious, due to the unpredictable nature of these operations.
Activation and deactivation of EDN CTR and associated restricted airspace can vary, so check NOTAMS (EDX on NAIPS for Edinburgh Airspace NOTAMs). As the airspace can be activated at short notice, contact Adelaide Approach 118.2 for status (or check Edinburgh ATIS Tel: 08 8150 3805).
Airspace infringements commonly occur on the southern side of the military airspace and its associated restricted areas, EDN CTR, R265A and R234. The boundary between the Parafield control zone (Class D airspace) and the Edinburgh military control zone is clearly defined by the course of the Little Para River south-west of the GM plant.
As you track outbound to the Parafield training areas/transit area, you MUST remain south of the Bolivar strobe light and west of St Kilda, to remain outside military controlled airspace.
CAUTION: The Bolivar strobe light is in close proximity to the EDN CTR boundary and military aircraft may be encountered in this vicinity. From Globe Derby trotting track, remain coastal over water to St Kilda to ensure clearance from R234. A small round lake to the immediate south-east of the Bolivar strobe is often easier to see than the strobe.
North of St Kilda, track coastal over land to ensure clearance from R265A, R234 and the EDN CTR.
CAUTION: Port Wakefield Road is inside the EDN CTR until north of Light River and is not a suitable reference for use in remaining clear of this military airspace.
