What is the reporting procedure during the implementation of an ESCAT plan while flying?

During the implementation of an Emergency Security Control of Air Traffic (ESCAT) plan, the standard reporting procedure requires pilots to provide updates approximately every 30 minutes. This frequency is established to ensure that air traffic authorities can maintain situational awareness and efficiently coordinate air traffic, especially in heightened security situations. Reporting at this interval strikes a balance between the need for timely communication and the operational workload on flight crews.

While other intervals such as 10, 15, or 60 minutes might seem reasonable, they either overload the communication system or are too infrequent to provide the necessary oversight during critical situations. Thus, the 30-minute reporting interval allows for consistent updates without overwhelming resource capabilities, ensuring pilots can also remain focused on safe flight operations.