Pilot information
Approval and approach clearances
All details can be found in the Aeronautical Information Publication (AIP) LOWI.
Familiarization with the procedures intended for use with adequate briefing material is mandatory. The responsibility for the preparation of such information rests with the operator for commercial flights, respectively pilot in command (for non-commercial flights). A sample briefing may be obtained from the airport administration (or direct from ernst.wieser@austrocontrol.at or ernstwieser@hotmail.com), but needs to be updated for the needs of the intended operation.
Instrument procedures: Operation in VMC on site or in a flight simulation training device FSTD (full flight simulator-FFS; Flight and navigation procedures trainer II-FNPT II) is required before first use of the instrument approach procedures in weather conditions of less than 3000 FT (AAL) Ceiling and 5 KM Visibility and for the approval of any special approach and/or departure procedure.
INN – FÖHN – LOWI
Föhn – Alpine wind phenomenon at Innsbruck Airport
The Föhn is a typical weather phenomenon in alpine regions. It is a warm, dry, and strong wind occurring on the leeward side of a mountain range. To ensure safety and enhance comfort, a specific approach procedure is applied at Innsbruck Airport during Föhn conditions. This guide aims to explain the Föhn approach procedure to pilots, highlighting the different variants and considerations. Its primary purpose is to make all available Föhn-LOWI experience publicly accessible.
Target Groups:
• Airline pilots
• Pilots of business jets, classic general aviation, and air taxis
• Pilots of small aircraft up to 5.7 t
Pilots of gliders, hang gliders, and paragliders are not included in the target group.
For approaches from the east, the Föhn procedure uses a route along the Nordkette (mountain range north of Innsbruck) to reduce turbulence. For approaches from any direction, a visual approach from the west (or initially RNAV) along the upper Inn Valley directly to RWY 08 is recommended.
Crew Room
Innsbruck Airport offers a crew room on the first floor of the General Aviation Center, which can be used by flight crews during waiting times in the security area. The room is equipped to meet crew needs and provides a comfortable environment for resting and preparation.
The waiting area on the ground floor next to the security check is reserved for our valued passengers. We kindly ask for your understanding that this area is exclusively for passengers to ensure the best possible comfort during their waiting time.
We thank you for your cooperation and wish you a pleasant stay in our General Aviation Center.