βοΈ New AIP Canada Supplement (SUP) Detected
AIP SUP: SUP 080/2026
Published: 2026-08-20
Effective: 2026-09-01
Affected Location: Paul Gliding Area
Type: Safety Advisory
FIR: CZUL (Montreal FIR)
π§ What Changed (Summary)
Establishes situational-awareness information for glider activity in the Baie St-Paul designated area, including operating frequency and altitude limit, with a period of intense activity.
- For situational awareness; NOTAMs published in conjunction take precedence.
- Glider activity uses 123.4.
- Operations 7,000 ASL or below.
- Intense activity from 1 Sep 2026 to 31 Oct 2026.
- Stated to take effect 1 Sep 2026 at 0901Z.
βοΈ General Aviation Impact (Highlighted)
Airspace / Procedures:
- Expect increased glider traffic in/near the Baie St-Paul designated area during the published period, particularly below 7,000 ASL.
Operational Notes:
- Monitor 123.4 in the designated area and maintain heightened traffic scan.
- Plan VFR transits and climbs/descents to minimize conflict with glider operations below 7,000 ASL when feasible.
- NOTAMs take precedence for current details.
VFR Impact:
- Higher likelihood of unpowered aircraft with limited manoeuvring options; allow extra spacing and consider alternate routing/altitudes during peak activity.
π Official Source
ποΈ This summary is generated using automated analysis and may omit important details.
It does not replace the official NAV CANADA AIP SUP. Pilots must review the original notice in full prior to flight.