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 37/26 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 planned upgrading of the Automatic Terminal Information Service (ATIS) system at selected airports in Malaysia to a modern Digital Automatic Terminal Information Service (D-ATIS) for a period of three (3) months.
1.2 The purpose of this trial is to evaluate the operational performance, reliability, and user acceptance of D-ATIS services in support of future implementation within the Malaysian Air Traffic Management environment.
1.3 The information contained herein should be read in conjunction with the current AD 2.18 Air Traffic Services Communication facilities at the respective location and any related NOTAMs published.
2.1 The live operational trial will commence on 10th September 2026 0000 UTC until 30th November 2026 2359 UTC, unless otherwise notified.
3.1 The D-ATIS live operational trial will be conducted at the following aerodromes:
| Aerodrome | ICAO Code |
|---|---|
| Kota Kinabalu International Airport | WBKK |
| Tawau Airport | WBKW |
| Sibu Airport | WBGS |
| Sandakan Airport | WBKS |
| Kuching International Airport | WBGG |
| Bintulu Airport | WBGB |
4.1 During the trial period, D-ATIS messages will be made available through approved digital communication platforms in parallel with the existing conventional ATIS voice broadcast service.
4.2 Flight crew and aircraft operators participating in the trial may access D-ATIS information through compatible avionics systems and/or authorized communication service providers.
4.3 The conventional voice ATIS service shall remain the primary and official source of ATIS information during the trial period.
4.4 Any discrepancy between D-ATIS and voice ATIS information shall be resolved by referring to the voice ATIS broadcast and/or direct communication with Air Traffic Control (ATC).
5.1 Aircraft operators and relevant stakeholders are encouraged to participate in the operational evaluation and provide feedback to CAAM throughout the trial period.
6.1 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
7.1 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.