Welcome to
Lebanon vACC.

AeroNav provides a download page for the OLBB sector package. Always verify the package version and AIRAC cycle before using it.

• OLBB sector file package
• Available EuroScope resources
• Package version and AIRAC information
• Download requirements are determined by AeroNav

VATMENA publishes policies covering membership, controller training, examinations and other division responsibilities.

• Division Policy
• Membership Policy
• ATC Training Policy
• ATC Examination Policy
• Fast Track Policy
• Other published division supplements

OLBA is the ICAO identifier for Beirut–Rafic Hariri International Airport. It is the principal airport associated with Beirut FIR.

• ICAO: OLBA
• IATA: BEY
• Airport: Beirut–Rafic Hariri International Airport
• Location: Beirut, Lebanon

For current runway data, airport charts, instrument procedures and frequencies, consult the latest authoritative AIP publication.

The airport chart package should include the following documents when available from the current AIP:

• Aerodrome chart
• Ground movement chart
• Aircraft parking and docking chart
• Obstacle charts
• Visual approach chart

This website does not reproduce or replace official aeronautical charts.

Current SID and STAR procedures must be obtained from the applicable AIP and AIRAC cycle.

• SID charts
• STAR charts
• Transition procedures
• Instrument approach procedures

No procedure names, route restrictions or altitudes are declared current here without verification.

The Lebanon vACC airspace manual should describe the boundaries and responsibilities of each simulated controller position.

• Beirut FIR identification: OLBB
• Sector boundaries and delegated airspace
• Vertical limits and applicable classifications
• Coordination between adjacent sectors
• Transfer of control and communications

Exact boundaries, levels and coordination agreements must be populated from validated source material.

The vACC SOP should define how controllers operate within the Lebanon vACC environment.

• Login and position opening procedures
• Controller responsibilities
• Traffic management and sequencing
• Coordination and handoffs
• Position relief and closing procedures
• Unusual situations and escalation

This is a documentation outline, not an approved operational SOP.

LoAs should document coordination arrangements with neighbouring VATSIM facilities and sectors.

• Adjacent facility identification
• Transfer conditions
• Coordination points
• Applicable altitudes and restrictions
• Communication and contingency arrangements

No LoA is considered active until approved by the relevant facilities.

Controller communications should follow applicable ICAO phraseology and VATSIM network rules.

• Initial contact
• Clearances and instructions
• Readbacks and corrections
• Handoffs and frequency changes
• Emergency communications

Use the applicable official phraseology publications and training material.

Training within the vACC must comply with the applicable VATMENA and VATSIM training requirements.

• Network and software familiarisation
• Airspace knowledge
• Radio communication
• Traffic management
• Practical training sessions
• Assessment and examination requirements

Examination eligibility, assessment standards and controller rating requirements are governed by the applicable VATSIM and VATMENA policies.

Before using an OLBB sector package, controllers should verify that they have the correct version.

• Check the package release information
• Check the AIRAC cycle
• Confirm compatibility with the radar client
• Review known limitations
• Report errors to the responsible sector maintainer