Air Traffic Services Unit
Guidance and control of aircraft using the airport's dedicated air routes.
Air Traffic Services (ATS) at Pattimura Airport covers the guidance and regulation of aircraft movement, delivered through routes and procedures set aside for this purpose.
Purpose of Air Traffic Services
The core purpose of air traffic control is to prevent collisions between aircraft and to keep aircraft separated while they are under control. The unit also regulates the flow of traffic so that arrival and departure sequences can be handled in an orderly way.
Collision Prevention
Aircraft operating within the control area are kept apart from one another through structured separation of flight paths, altitudes and timing.
Traffic Flow Regulation
Incoming and outgoing movements are sequenced and released in accordance with conditions at the aerodrome, keeping the runway and airspace working smoothly.
Regulatory Compliance
Service provision follows the standards of the Chicago Convention, including Annex 2 on air traffic services and Annex 11 on air traffic control service.
Compliance Framework
Operations of the ATS Unit at Pattimura Airport are carried out in line with the rules and procedures applicable under the Chicago Convention and its related annexes.
- Annex 2 — Air Traffic Services: the services provided and the framework for their organisation.
- Annex 11 — Air Traffic Control Service: the provision of air traffic control, flight information and alerting services.
Related technical information about the aerodrome itself is set out on the airport technical data page.
Air Traffic Services at Pattimura Airport exist to guide and regulate aircraft using the airport's dedicated air routes, ensuring that every movement is safely coordinated within controlled airspace. The unit's work covers the guidance and regulation of aircraft movement through routes and procedures set aside for this purpose, forming a structured framework for departures, arrivals, and overflights. Its core purpose is collision prevention: keeping aircraft properly separated while they remain under control, and regulating the flow of traffic so arrival and departure sequences can be handled in an orderly, predictable way. Communication, coordination, and clear procedural discipline allow the ATS unit to maintain smooth traffic flow even during busy periods, supporting safe and efficient airport operations for the wider aviation community.
Airport Reference
| Airport | Pattimura Airport, Laha, Ambon, Maluku, Indonesia |
| Codes | IATA: AMQ / ICAO: WAPP |
| Operator | PT. Angkasa Pura I (Persero) Cabang Bandar Udara Pattimura |
| Address | Jl. Dr. Leimena Laha Ambon 97236 |
| Telephone | (0911) 323778, 323770, 323771, 323776, 323780 |
| Fax | (0911) 323805, 323773 |
For questions about the aerodrome or its services, the airport administration can be reached through the contact page.