Before reading this SOP, you are recommended to be familiar with basic control procedures and JO 7110.65.
Raleigh-Durham International Airport
KRDU
Airspace: Raleigh Class C
TRACON: Raleigh-Durham TRACON
| Position Name | Position Identifier | Position Frequency | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Raleigh Clearance | KRDU_DEL | 120.100 | Primary |
| Raleigh Ground | KRDU_GND | 121.700 | Primary |
| Raleigh Tower | KRDU_TWR | 119.300 | Primary |
| Raleigh Approach | KRDU_APP | 124.950 | High Sector |
| Raleigh Departure | KRDU_DEP | 125.300 | High Sector/Secondary |
| Washington Center | KZDC_CTR | 134.150 | High Sector |
| Version | Changes | Date |
|---|---|---|
| 7110.1A | Initial Release | 10/09/2024 |
| SID | Pronunciation | Aircraft | Climb |
|---|---|---|---|
| BEXGO# | BECKS-GO | All Aircraft | 6,000 ft |
| HOOKZ# | HOOKS | All Aircraft | 6,000 ft |
| HURIC# | HURIC | All Aircraft | 6,000 ft |
| OXFRD# | OXFORD | All Aircraft | 6,000 ft |
Route Limits
Airports within neighboring ARTCCs may have altitude, speed, and aircraft restrictions.
Departure Headings
| Departure Runways | Departure Headings |
|---|---|
| 05R/05L | 050 |
| 23R/23L | 230 |
Example:
Cleared to Miami Intl via the ROZBO# departure, radar vectors to ROZBO, then as filed. Maintain 6,000 ft, expect FL300 10 minutes after departure. Departure frequency 124.950, squawk 1234.
IFR squawk code assignment:
via Aurora
Raleigh-Durham International Airport is surrounded by Class C airspace. VFR aircraft entering this airspace require a clearance in accordance with 7110.65 Chapter 8.
VFR squawk code assignment:
via Aurora
Ground control must coordinate with local control for all runway crossings. Runway 23L crossings at taxiway C should be cleared by Raleigh Tower.
Northeast Operations
Arrivals/Departures: RWY 05R/05L
RWY 14/32 available by request based on conditions.
Southwest Operations
Arrivals/Departures: RWY 23R/23L
RWY 14/32 available by request based on conditions.
Missed approach jets should climb and maintain 4,000 ft, or 2,000 ft for all other on the assigned heading. Coordinate with Approach for further instructions.
Raleigh-Durham International Airport operates in Class C airspace. Ensure compliance with 7110.65 Chapter 7.
Raleigh TRACON is responsible for all airspace from surface up to A120.
| Departure Gate (Exit) | Restrictions |
|---|---|
| AIMHI | Aircraft going to the North |
| CATAR | Aircraft going to the North |
| EAGER | Aircraft going to the South |
| EPOCH | Aircraft going to the North |
| EVIGY | Aircraft going to the South |
| FITON | Aircraft going to the South |
| JAYRR | Aircraft going to the North |
| LIB | Aircraft going to the North |
| OXFRD | Aircraft going to the North |
| STRMY | Aircraft going to the South |