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(A) Public use. The Town Council may suspend or restrict airport operations when deemed necessary in the interest of safety, or as otherwise restricted due to weather, construction development, national security and acts of God. The Airport Manager or, in the absence of the Airport Manager, the individual listed in Addendum 1 (in the order listed) has the authority to temporarily close the airport by means of NOTAM.
(B) Aircraft registration. All aircraft based at the airport shall be registered with the Airport Manager/Advisory Commission (pilot name, address, phone number, aircraft type, model and N-number).
(C) Aircraft size and weight. Airport operations by aircraft and/or other operating vehicles in excess of the published pavement strength shall require prior written permission by the Airport Manager or designated town representative. Such operations will be evaluated on a case-by-case basis.
(D) Aircraft engine run-up. Aircraft engines shall be started and run-up only in the places designated for such purposes. Engine run-ups shall be conducted so not to cause harm to people or damage to property, structures or other aircraft.
(E) Parked aircraft. No aircraft shall be parked or stored at the airport, except in areas for such use, as designated or instructed by the Airport Manager or designated representative. All aircraft not hangared shall be sufficiently secured at night and during inclement weather.
(F) Aircraft emergency transmitter. Should an aircraft’s emergency locator transmitter (ELT) accidentally be activated, and the pilot or owner unable to be contacted or respond, the Airport Manager shall take steps to turn-off the ELT.
(G) Public access within aircraft movement areas. Only airmen, aircraft passengers, duly authorized personnel or persons being escorted by authorized personnel shall be permitted to access areas in which aircraft operate.
(H) Flying/taxing aircraft accident. In the event of an aircraft accident which require FAA reporting, the aircraft operator and/or owner shall promptly remove any disabled aircraft or parts hereof, subject to FAA/NTSB accident investigation. If unable, the Town Council/Airport Sponsor may, in compliance with FAA and other governmental regulations, move damaged or wrecked aircraft and parts from aircraft maneuvering and operating areas. The pilot of an aircraft involved in an accident on or near the airport causing personal injury or property damage shall immediately report such incident to the Town Council/Airport Manger. In the event that the pilot is unable, the owner of the aircraft or the owner’s agent shall submit an accident report to the Town Council/Airport Manager within 24 hours, including the names of persons involved, addresses, phone numbers and general description of the accident. Airport property damaged or otherwise destroyed by an accident or other activity shall be paid for by parties responsible.
(I) Special or unique airport uses. Special use of the airport shall be governed by the following:
(1) Flying events. No person or organization will engage in or promote any show, contest, demonstration or similar exhibition at or on the airport without specific prior written authorization from the Airport Commission and Town Council. Said request for authorization must be submitted at least 60 calendar days prior to the event. Such permission shall not be given without appropriate FAA clearance or exemptions, nor without proof of an insurance policy for the event, which covers hazards and holds the Airport Owner harmless from any and all claims resulting from such events.
(2) Parachute activity. Parachute jumps at or onto the airport must receive prior consent from the Airport Manager/Airport Commission. An FAA “NOTAM” shall be filed by the Airport Manager, or designated representative prior to any said parachute jumps. The Airport Manager reserves the right to designate areas for jump schools and drop zones. These businesses must store, train and prepare equipment within a hangar designated for such purposes and operate in accordance to §§ 153.20 through 153.29 of this chapter.
(3) Agricultural spray activity. Aircraft agricultural spraying operations shall be conducted in compliance with applicable local, state and federal laws. Staging and washing areas shall be conducted in compliance with the applicable regulations. Any liability resulting from agricultural spraying operations is the sole responsibility of the operator. The Town Council has authority to require said operators to provide a copy of their bond/insurance that would cover, with the intent of mitigating, liabilities to the town and county resultant from the intentional or accidental dispersion of agricultural spraying or other compounds.
(4) Model aircraft. The flying of model aircraft at the airport is prohibited. No person shall operate or release any model aircraft, rocket, kite, balloon or other similar contrivance at or upon the airport, except as permitted by the Airport Manager.
(Ord. passed - -2019) Penalty, see § 153.99
The Airport Manager reserves the right to designate areas for performing major and minor aircraft and engine repair and maintenance, including immobilized aircraft. Major engine, airframe, avionics, or aircraft apparatus repairs shall be conducted by a properly licensed mechanic and shall be performed within an enclosed hangar designated for such purposes. All minor preventative aircraft maintenance and repairs authorized by FAR part 43, “Maintenance, Preventative Maintenance Rebuilding and Alteration” shall be performed in the owner’s hangar or designated hangar for such purposes. If required, minor aircraft adjustments or repairs may be performed outside of hangars at places assigned or designated by the Airport Manager/Airport Commission. Any engine work requires the use of adequate drip pans. Spent oil, fuels and lubricants must be disposed in appropriate containers.
(Ord. passed - -2019)
The following rules shall govern and control the fueling and defueling of aircraft and motor vehicles at the airport.
(A) No fuel storage and dispensing equipment, whether publicly or privately owned, shall be installed and used at the airport without the prior written approval of the Airport Commission and Town Council. All equipment or storage used for the handling of fuels, whether 100LL, Jet-A or Avgas shall fully comply with current National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) regulations and all applicable local, state or national regulations. Aircraft authorized by the FAA to use automobile gas shall be fueled in outside areas, unless the aircraft cannot be moved due to maintenance reasons.
(B) Aircraft shall be grounded by an approved method during all fueling and defueling operations. No aircraft shall be fueled or de-fueled while the aircraft engine is running. No person shall engage in aircraft fueling operations without adequate fire extinguishers within ready reach.
(C) Aircraft fuel dispensing trucks must be appropriately registered with the state, and parked at least 50 feet from any hangar or building.
(D) Smoking or lighting of an open flame shall be prohibited, at minimum, within 100 feet of any fueling operation.
(E) Any person involved with an accidental release of fuel or fuel contamination situation must immediately contact the Airport Manager/Town Official and notify the: type of fuel, spill location, quantity of fuel released, and time of spill. If requested by the Airport Manger/Town Official, a written report shall be filed by the responsible persons within seven calendar days of the spill. Persons responsible for a spill will be accountable for any assessed fines and spill liability, including clean-up as prescribed by regulatory agencies.
(Ord. passed - -2019) Penalty, see § 153.99
The following govern the movement of auto vehicles at the airport.
(A) Motor vehicles shall be operated on designated roadways, parking areas and the like unless authorized by the Airport Manager. Motor vehicles shall be parked in accordance with markings and posted signs.
(B) An aircraft owner who rents, leases or owns a hangar at the airport may park their motor vehicle in their hangar while their aircraft is being flown.
(C) Motor vehicles shall not be permitted on the runways, taxiways, aprons or ramps (aircraft movement areas) without the express permission of the Airport Manager, unless the operation of such vehicle is in accordance with prior agreement to accomplish a necessary airport purpose, service or inspection. No motor vehicle may operate on the runway while an aircraft is preparing for or conducting a takeoff or landing.
(D) Any motor vehicles authorized to operate on aircraft movement areas must be properly illuminated during night operations or periods of reduced visibility. Motor vehicles operating on the runway must monitor the designated common traffic frequency channel (CTAF/UNICOM).
(E) No vehicle shall exceed a speed of 15 mph while on the apron and 45 mph while on the taxiway and runway system.
(F) Pedestrians or motor vehicle operators observed in areas other than public use areas without authorization by the Airport Manager/Airport Commission will be considered trespassing and may be subject to arrest.
(G) Any vehicle parked in violation or abandoned may be towed by the Airport Manager at the owner’s expense and without liability for damage which may result in the course of such moving.
(H) Any motor vehicle accident involving injury or property damage on the airport shall be reported to the Airport Manager and/or Town Council representatives no later than 24 hours after the accident occurred.
(Ord. passed - -2019) Penalty, see § 153.99
(A) Smoking or lighting of an open flame is prohibited at places with posted signs or within 100 feet of any aircraft, hangars, fuel trucks, fuel loading stations or tank farms.
(B) No person shall bring any explosives onto the airport.
(C) No person shall store material or equipment, use flammable liquids or gases or allow their premises to become in such condition as to violate, in any manner, the Fire Code in force in the area of the airport.
(D) Tenants of all hangars and buildings shall provide suitable fire extinguishers and equipment to be kept in ready condition as required by the Town Fire Chief or designate.
(E) Any changes to the hangar electrical system must receive prior authorization from the Town Council/Airport Commission. At a minimum, extension cords must be of the grounded type and are for temporary use only.
(F) Tenants and persons are required to keep their premises clean and clear of all rubbish, junk, debris, old aircraft and vehicles and unsightly objects. If, after written warning by the Airport Commission/Town Council, the area is not cleaned, removal of such items will be performed at the direction of the town and billed to the responsible tenant or persons.
(Ord. passed - -2019) Penalty, see § 153.99
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