Luxembourg Flight Information Region (LFIR)

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Luxembourg Flight Information Region (LFIR), or EBBU, is the airspace area where Luxembourg's Air Navigation Administration (ANA) provides air traffic control services and infrastructure, and is part of the Brussels FIR.

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What is a Flight Information Region (FIR)? In aviation, an FIR is a defined airspace area where flight information services and alerting services are provided to ensure safe and efficient flight operations.

Luxembourg's Role: Luxembourg's Air Navigation Administration (ANA) is responsible for air traffic management in Luxembourg's airspace and parts of the adjacent airspace.

EBBU: The ICAO code for Luxembourg FIR is "EBBU".

Brussels FIR: Luxembourg's airspace is part of the Brussels FIR, meaning it works closely with the Belgian AIS (Aeronautical Information Service).

ANA's Missions:[edit | edit source]

The ANA’s key missions include:

  • Ensuring air traffic management in Luxembourg and the neighboring airspace.
  • Guaranteeing adequate coverage of radionavigation, radar, and aeronautical communication signals.
  • Securing the traffic of aircraft and aerodrome vehicles on the maneuvering area.
  • Guaranteeing emergency services in case of accidents or incidents.
  • Offering aerodrome information services and meteorological services.
  • Managing wildlife risk and promoting nature conservation.
  • Managing safety and quality programs.

External Links[edit | edit source]

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FIR/UIR in the Upper Airspace (EUROCONTROL Member States)
FIR/UIR in the Lower Airspace (EUROCONTROL Member States)
FIR/UIR in the Upper Airspace - European Area
FIR/UIR in the Lower Airspace - European Area