Precision Runway Monitor (PRM) Training

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This page gives information about conducting closely spaced parallel approaches using the Precision Runway Monitor (PRM). It also outlines pilot training requirements for conducting Instrument Landing System (ILS) PRM, and Localized Directional Aid (LDA) PRM (Simultaneous Offset Instrument Approaches). >> More

DRAFT NOTAM EFFECTIVE 31 MAY 2012

FDC 2/NNNN KSFO SFO FI/T IAP SAN FRANCISCO INTL, SAN FRANCISCO, CA

ILS PRM RWY 28L (SIMULTANEOUS CLOSE PARALLEL) AMDT 1B
LDA RWY 28R (SIMULTANEOUS CLOSE PARALLEL) AMDT 1A

SIMULTANEOUS PARALLEL APPROACHES WILL ONLY BE OFFERED/CONDUCTED

WHEN THE WEATHER IS AT LEAST CEILING 1600 AND VISIBILITY 4 MILES.

REASON: FLIGHT STANDARDS APPROVED ISSUE, REQUIRING

CHANGES TO THE ATTENTION ALL USERS PAGES FOR THESE PROCEDURES.

• AIM 5-4-16, Simultaneous Close Parallel ILS PRM Approaches (Independent) and Simultaneous Offset Instrument Approaches (SOIA) Note: Scroll down Chap. 5, Sec. 4 to view.
• Required PRM Training - The following information is required training for operators as identified in CFR PART 91, 121, 129, and 135. All pilots must complete this training before:
• Accepting a Clearance for a Simultaneous Close Parallel ILS/PRM or LDA/PRM Approach
• Initiating a Simultaneous Close Parallel ILS/PRM or LDA/PRM Approach
• Simultaneous Offset Instrument Approaches at San Francisco International Airport (Video)
• ILS/PRM Approach for Air Carriers
• ILS/PRM Approach for General Aviation