¶ Washington Dulles Standard Operating Procedures (KIAD 7110.1C)
Before reading this SOP, you are recommended to be familiar with basic control procedures and JO 7110.65.
¶ Airport Information
Washington Dulles International Airport
KIAD
Airspace: Washington Class B
TRACON: Potomac Approach (Dulles Sector)
¶ ATC Positions
| Radio Callsign | Position Identifier | Position Frequency | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dulles Delivery | KIAD_DEL | 135.700 | Primary |
| Dulles Ground | KIAD_GND | 121.625 | Primary |
| Dulles Ramp | KIAD_R_GND | 129.550 | Events |
| Dulles Tower | KIAD_TWR | 120.050 | Primary |
| Potomac Approach | KIAD_APP | 125.050 | Low Sector |
| Potomac Approach | KPCT_APP | 118.050 | High Sector |
| Washington Center | KZDC_CTR | 134.150 | High Sector |
¶ Version History
| Version | Changes | Date |
|---|---|---|
| 7110.1A | Initial Release | 06/06/2021 |
| 7110.1B | Updates to procedures and headings | 08/25/2023 |
| 7110.1C | Updates and Wiki Release | 10/10/2024 |
¶ IFR
| SID | SID Type | Pronunciation | Aircraft | Runways | Climb |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| BUNZZ# | RNAV | BUNS | Turbojets only | 1L/C/R, 19L/C/R, 30 | 3000 |
| CAPITAL# | Vectors | CAPITAL | Any | All | 3000 |
| CLTCH# | RNAV | CLITCH | Turbojets only | All | 3000 |
| JCOBY# | RNAV | JA-KOBE | Turbojets only | 1L/C/R, 19L/C/R, 30 | 3000 |
| JDUBB# | RNAV | JAY-DUB | Turbojets only | All | 3000 |
| JERES# | RNAV | JERRYS | Turbojets only | 1L/C/R, 19L/C/R, 30 | 3000 |
| MCRAY# | RNAV | MACRAY | Turbojets only | 1L/C/R, 19L/C/R, 30 | 3000 |
| RNLDI# | RNAV | RONALDI | Turbojets only | 1L/C/R, 19L/C/R, 30 | 3000 |
| SCRAM# | RNAV | SCRAM | Turbojets only | All | 3000 |
| WOLLY# | RNAV | WOOL-E | Turbojets only | 1L/C/R, 19L/C/R, 30 | 3000 |
Departure Headings
| Departure Runways | Heading | Departure Headings |
|---|---|---|
| 19C/L | 190 | 130-250 |
| 30 | 030 | 240-360 |
| 1C/R | 010 | 310-070 |
Runway heading should be assigned to the following SIDS:
- CPTAL#
- CLUTCH#
- JCOBY#
- JDUBB#
- JERES#
- MCRAY#
- SCRAM#
- WOOLY#
The following headings should be assigned to these specific RWY/SIDS:
- RW30/19’s - JCOBY#: H320
- RW30/19’s - JERES#: H320
- RW30/19’s - MCRAY#: H320
- RWY1L/C/R - MCRAY#: H340
- RW30/19’s - WOOLY#: H320
Example:
Cleared to Miami Intl airport via the BUNZZ# departure, RAMAY transition, then as filed. Maintain 3,000’ft, expect FL300 10 minutes after departure. Departure frequency 125.05, squawk 1234.
Cleared to Boston Intl airport via the CAPITAL# departure, radar vectors to JERES, then as filed. Maintain 3,000’ft, expect FL300 10 minutes after departure. Departure frequency 125.05, squawk 1234.
IFR squawk code assignment:
via Aurora
¶ Pre-Departure Clearance
PDC via CPDLC is available at this airport.
¶ VFR
Washington Dulles International Airport is surrounded by class B airspace. Aircraft entering class B airspace VFR require a clearance in accordance with 7110.65 Chapter 7, section 9-2.
VFR squawk code assignment:
Via Aurora
¶ Transponder
Washington Dulles International Airport is facilitated with ASDE–X (Ground Radar). Pilots are required to operate transponders on mode ‘active’.
¶ Runway Operations:
-
North Operations
To be used during calm wind conditions and tailwind components up to 5 knots.
Arrivals: Runways 1C, 1R
Departures: Runway 30
Runway 1R may also be used for Departures to the North or VFR traffic. Opening of Runway 1L is optional. -
South Operations
To be used during calm wind conditions and tailwind components up to 5 knots.
Arrivals: Runways 19C, 19L
Departures: Runway 30
Runway 19L may also be used for Departures to the South or VFR traffic. Opening of Runway 19R is optional.
¶ Missed Approach
- When an aircraft declares a Missed Approach, the Local Controller should instruct the aircraft to fly Runway heading and maintain 3000 feet. Once clear of the airport, they should be instructed to contact Potomac Approach. All departures should be held for release upon a go-around.
¶ Airspace
Washington Dulles International Airport is surrounded by class B airspace. Aircraft operating in class B airspace receive services as outlined in 7110.65 Chapter 7, section 9.
¶ Area of Responsibility
- TWR owns all active RWY’s.
- TWR owns all taxiways between runways 19R/1L and 19C/1C.
¶ Runway configuration
¶ VFR
VFR Local Pattern Example:
Cleared through the Washington Class Bravo Airspace, expect left traffic runway 19L, pattern altitude 1,000’ft, squawk 03xx.
VFR aircraft leaving:
- You are leaving my airspace, squawk VFR, frequency change approved.
- You are leaving my airspace, contact Potomac approach on 126.650.
For patterns, RWY’s 1R and 19L are preferred.
Clearance Delivery is only responsible for entering flight plan information and issuing a squawk code. Local Control must issue the Class B airspace clearance.
All VFR Departures shall be instructed to “fly runway heading” during their Class Bravo clearance.
VFR Departure Altitudes:
- Jets – At or below 3,000’ft
- Props – At or below 2,500’ft
- Helicopters – At or below 1,300’ft
VFR squawk code assignment:
Via Aurora (Any VFR flight: 0207-0277)
¶ Airspace
Potomac Approach SHD sector is responsible for all airports within its airspace from surface up to 14.000 as depicted above. NOTE: This sector hands off KDCA Approach from 14000-FL230.
¶ IFR Departure Gates
| Departure Gate (Exit) | Restrictions |
|---|---|
| BUFFR | Aircraft going to the Northwest |
| CLTCH | Aircraft going to the Southwest. For aircraft unable to comply, select PAUKI or CSN |
| JERES | Aircraft going to the North or Northwest |
| JDUBB | Aircraft to the Southwest. For aircraft unable to comply, select HAFNR or GVE |
| MCRAY | Aircraft going to the Northwest |
| OTTTO | RNAV Aircraft going to the West. For aircraft unable to comply, select LDN |
| PALEO/AGARD | Aircraft going to the Northeast. This is used for LGA, JFK, and ISP arrivals |
| RAMAY | Aircraft going to the West |
| SCRAM | Aircraft going to the Southwest. For aircraft unable to comply, select FLUKY |
| SWANN | Aircraft going to the Northeast via Q419. This is used for BOS, BDL, and EWR arrivals |
| WHINO/COLIN | Aircraft going to the south or southeast |
| WOOLY | Aircraft going to the Northeast |