Operational Deviation

(See also Operational Error, Pilot Deviation, Runway Incursion, Vehicle/Pedestrian Deviation) An occurrence where applicable separation minima as referenced in the operational error definition below were maintained but 1) Less than the applicable separation minima existed between an aircraft and protected airspace without prior approval; 2) An aircraft penetrated airspace that was delegated to another position of operation or another facility without prior coordination and approval; or 3) An aircraft penetrated airspace that was delegated to another position of operation or another facility at an altitude or route contrary to the altitude or route requested and approved in direct coordination or as specified in a Letter of Agreement, pre-coordination or internal procedure; 4) An aircraft, vehicle, equipment, or personnel encroached upon a landing area that was delegated to another position of operation without prior coordination and approvals. (FAA10)