Aruba, Aruba
AUA/TNCA
DESCENT
Initial routing is normally towards the BEA VOR followed by radar vectors or visual for left base RWY 11. During busy periods traffic maybe routed towards the overhead for right hand downwind.
APPROACH
Note on RWY 11 approach chart reads “WARNING: Procedure not authorised when tall vessels are transiting approach area.”
RUNWAY AND AIRPORT FACILITIES
RWY 11 has a noticeable upslope giving the illusion of being high on approach.
TAKEOFF AND DEPARTURE
Note the noise abatment procedures hidden on Jeppesen chart 10-9A, and use of the Apron Management Unit frequency (Jeppesen 10-9B refers).
SPECIAL CONSIDERATIONS
Caution: Birds in the vicinity of the airport.
