6.60 Flight Management

6.60.2 Describe the requirements and procedures to manage SARTIME.

To manage SARTIME (Search and Rescue Time), certain requirements and procedures are followed:

1. Filing SARTIME:

With the need of a flight following service, the pilot or aircraft operator must file a flight plan with the National Briefing Office (NBO), which includes the SARTIME, estimated time of departure (ETD), route,  and the estimated time of arrival (ETA).