Global Reporting Format (GRF)
The new ICAO Global Reporting Format (GRF) came into full effect in November 2021. The new methodology creates the harmonized assessment and reporting that will improve the safety of airport operations.
All airport operations, flight crew, ATC and AIS staff must be familiar and trained for the new GRF since the 4th of November 2021. The deadline for EASA members states was on the 12th of August 2021.

DURATION
~ 40 minutes
INTENDED FOR
Flight Crew
Flight Operations Personnel
REGULATORY COMPLIANCE
EASA, ICAO, IATA
Learning Objectives
Gain knowledge on the Global Reporting Format
Provide understanding of the runway assessment process according to the RCAM
Provide the pilot with knowledge to decode the two sections of the RCR delivered either from SNOWTAM, ATIS or ATC voice
Establish an understanding of the importance of pilot reports in the GRF system
Assess the knowledge gained through a practical quiz
Contents of the course
1. Introduction
Course overview
Objectives of the GRF
Case study
2. General
What is Global Reporting Format
3. Runway Condition Assessment Matrix (RCAM)
Assessment Process
Publication of RCR
PIREP/AIREP
4. Runway Condition Report (RCR)
Aeroplane Performance Section
Situational Awareness Section