When ESCAT has been activated, pilots in uncontrolled airspace must report to whom and how often?

When the Emergency Security Control of Air Traffic (ESCAT) has been activated, pilots operating in uncontrolled airspace are required to report to either Flight Service Stations (FSS) or Air Traffic Control (ATC) every 30 minutes. This protocol is established to ensure that aircraft can be monitored effectively during heightened security conditions, allowing for enhanced situational awareness and coordination of air traffic. Reporting at this interval helps maintain communication with authorities, ensuring that any necessary actions or directions can be provided quickly in response to developing situations.

The 30-minute reporting requirement serves as a balance between the need for operational efficiency and the imperative of security monitoring, providing a sufficient frequency of updates without overburdening pilots during potentially stressful scenarios. This approach allows for timely identification of any issues while enabling the air traffic system to function as effectively as possible under the circumstances.