QUAKER STATE 400
NASCAR Cup Series
HAMPTON, GEORGIA
SEPTEMBER 5-9, 2024
SPECIAL AIR TRAFFIC PROCEDURES
The following procedures are in effect to enhance safety and minimize air traffic delays. Use extreme caution while operating near Hampton, GA (KHMP). Obtain current FDC and Local NOTAM information prior to operating in the area.
ATLANTA TRACON FREQUENCIES
Location | Frequency |
EAST and SOUTH KATL | 128.57 |
WEST and SOUTH KATL | 119.8 |
EAST and NORTH KATL | 126.97 |
WEST and NORTH KATL | 121.0 |
IFR ARRIVAL PROCEDURES
All IFR arrivals should be prepared to enter the VFR traffic pattern. IFR arrivals should be familiar with VFR arrival procedures. Please be PROMPT with your IFR cancellation on frequency 128.57.
PREFERRED IFR ARRIVAL ROUTES/ALTITUDES
Departure Airport | Type | Route |
CLT, JQF, RUQ | Jets | BEAVY SID GANDT IRQ BEYLO CANUK KHMP |
CLT, JQF, RUQ | Turbo-props | KNI SID ANDYS IRQ BEYLO CANUK KHMP |
GSO, INT, EXX, MTV, SVH | All | BZM SUG V20 AHN TATRS KHMP |
HKY, AVL, VJI, TRI | All | SUG V20 AHN TATRS KHMP |
Due to traffic in the Atlanta area, expect a final altitude no higher than FL220.
IFR DEPARTURE PROCEDURES
All IFR aircraft departing after the race on September 8 should file flight plans with a 1915 LCL (2315 UTC) proposed departure time. Atlanta Center will ensure flight plans will not expire prior to 0500 UTC on September 9, 2024
Aircraft departing KHMP should request clearance through Atlanta TRACON (A80). To reduce frequency congestion, request clearance by telephone at 678-364-6131. All telephone clearances will be HOLD FOR RELEASE. Do not request release until you are in the number one position and ready for immediate departure.
PREFERRED IFR DEPARTURE ROUTES/ALTITUDES
Destination | Route |
CLT | KHMP EATWO CNTLR JONZE5 KCLT |
JQF, RUQ | KHMP EATWO PENFI HRWTL JOOLS JOOLS1 destination |
HKY, SVH | KHMP NOTWO BALNN SUG BZM destination |
GSO, INT | KHMP EATWO SPA TRAKS3 destination |
MTV, EXX | KHMP NOTWO BALNN SUG BZM destination |
AVL | KHMP NOTWO BALNN SUG AVL |
TRI, VJI | KHMP NOTWO BALNN SOT HMV destination |
Expect a final altitude no higher than FL230.
HMP VFR DEPARTURE/IFR PICKUP PROCEDURES
Due to the extremely high volume of traffic in the Atlanta area, follow these procedures unless an emergency exists:
- Squawk 1200 on departure.
- Remain clear of the Atlanta Class B airspace.
- If planning an IFR pick-up, ensure that an IFR flight plan is on file with Flight Service.
- IFR pick-up service may be limited within 100NM of KHMP. Except in an emergency, IFR air-file clearances will not be issued within 100 miles of KHMP.
TEMPORARY FLIGHT RESTRICTION
A Temporary Flight Restrictions (TFR) is in effect for this event. See FDC NOTAM 0/0367 for details.
LEIDOS FLIGHT SERVICE
Pilot briefing and flight planning services are available online through the Leidos Pilot Portal at https://www.1800wxbrief.com/Website/ or by telephone at 1-800-WX-BRIEF (1-800-992-7433). Press 1 for a briefer, then press 4-2-1 for Georgia.
Contact Macon Radio on 122.2 for VFR flight plan activation and closure.
REMEMBER TO CLOSE YOUR FLIGHT PLAN
(AJV-E23, [published 7/18/24])