i was once told by a senior controller that a landing clearance could not be issued when a vehicle is on the runway for an inspection. It was explained that the 7110.65 does not imply the use of anticipated separation with vehicles.... I did not look into this as i usually do and just practiced this 'rule' by telling aircraft to continue until the vehicle is clear. This has been practiced by most of my coworkers. Tonight i was working as CIC with a freshly rated controller on LC. The subject came up and she said that we are now allowed to give the landing clearance, and that a senior controller on her side of the shift told her so. The senior controller who had told me not to is freshly retired.
I have not seen any recent changes on this subject.
I cannot find any clear wording in the 7110.65. So I am thinking this another one of the rules that is being interpreted differently.
I would appreciate some opinions on the matter.
I have not seen any recent changes on this subject.
I cannot find any clear wording in the 7110.65. So I am thinking this another one of the rules that is being interpreted differently.
I would appreciate some opinions on the matter.