ContactPost: CIVIL AVIATION AUTHORITY OF MALAYSIA Tel: 6-03-8778 4106 Email: ais@caam.gov.my URL: aip.caam.gov.my | AIP Supplement for Malaysia![]() | AIRAC AIP SUP 36/26 Effective Date: 03 SEP 2026 Publication Date: 23 JUL 2026 |
1.1 This AIRAC AIP Supplement is issued to inform all aerodrome users, operators, and air traffic service personnel of the implementation of a new Automatic Terminal Information Service (ATIS) system at selected Air Traffic Service Units (ATSU) under the ATIS System Upgrade Project.
1.2 The implementation is intended to enhance operational efficiency and ensure compliance with ICAO requirements, including the dissemination of meteorological information in the form of Local Routine Reports through ATIS broadcasts.
1.3 Upon implementation, the affected ATSUs will transmit Local Routine Report information via ATIS in place of METAR information currently broadcast.
2.1 The following ATSUs/aerodromes are affected by this implementation.
| No. | Aerodrome/ATSU | ICAO Code | Effective Date |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Kuching International Airport | WBGG | [14 AUG 2026 / 0200 UTC] |
| 2 | Bintulu Airport | WBGB | [14 AUG 2026 / 0200 UTC] |
| 3 | Kota Kinabalu International Airport | WBKK | [10 SEP 2026 / 0200 UTC] |
| 4 | Tawau Airport | WBKW | [10 SEP 2026 / 0200 UTC] |
| 5 | Sibu Airport | WBGS | [10 SEP 2026 / 0200 UTC] |
| 6 | Sandakan Airport | WBKS | [10 SEP 2026 / 0200 UTC] |
3.1 The new ATIS system will provide arrival and/or departure ATIS broadcasts in accordance with applicable ICAO provisions.
3.2 The meteorological information broadcast via ATIS will comprise Local Routine Report information issued by the Meteorological Authority.
3.3 ATIS frequencies, designators, and operational hours remain unchanged unless otherwise notified.
3.4 In the event of system unavailability, ATIS service may revert to contingency procedures as determined by the respective ATSU.
4.1 During the implementation period, operators and flight crews are advised to ensure familiarity with the revised ATIS meteorological information format.
5.1 For further information or feedback regarding this trial, please contact:
Technical Division
Civil Aviation Authority of Malaysia
Kuala Lumpur Air Traffic Control Centre Complex
Jalan CTA 3A, 64000 Sepang,
Selangor, Malaysia
Email: cns@caam.gov.my
6.1 This AIRAC AIP Supplement will remain in force until 30th November 2026. Any updates, changes, or cancellation to this supplement will be notified through NOTAM.