Title 14
AIRPORT
Chapters:
14.04 General Provisions
14.08 Aircraft Operations
14.12 Fixed Base Operation
14.16 Motor Vehicles
14.20 Fire Regulations
Chapter 14.04
GENERAL PROVISIONS
Sections:
14.04.010 Definitions.
14.04.020 Purpose of title.
14.04.030 Authority of city manager.
14.04.040 Observance of rules and regulations.
14.04.050 Indemnification.
14.04.060 Minimum insurance requirements.
14.04.070 Public use.
14.04.080 Commercial use.
14.04.090 Scheduled operators.
14.04.100 Advertisement.
14.04.110 Refuse and garbage.
14.04.120 Building requirements and ground rentals.
14.04.130 Hangar rules and regulations.
14.04.140 Aircraft maintenance.
14.04.150 Derelict aircraft.
14.04.010 Definitions.
Unless from the context a different meaning is apparent as used in this title, the terms used in this title shall be defined as set out in this section:
"Airport" means the Igor I. Sikorsky Memorial Airport.
"Airport commission" means the airport commission of the city.
"Airport manager" means the person who is the appointed authority by the civil service commission of the city to have immediate supervision of the administration and operation of the airport.
"Baggage" means such articles, effects and other personal property of an airline passenger as are necessary or appropriate for wear, use, comfort or convenience in connection with his trip. It includes both checked, unchecked and unclaimed passenger property.
"Control tower" means the airport traffic control tower operated by the F.A.A., which is concerned with the safe, orderly and expeditious flow of air traffic on and around the airport.
"Emergency vehicle" means vehicles of the police or fire department, ambulances, any vehicle conveying an airport official or airport employee in response to an emergency official call.
"F.A.A." means the Federal Aviation Administration, a governmental body primarily concerned with the promotion and regulation of civil aviation to insure safe and orderly growth.
"Fixed base operator (F.B.O.)" means any person, corporation or company engaged upon the airport, pursuant to permission granted by the airport commission, in the business of the sale of aircraft, the sale of aircraft parts, the sale of gasoline and oil for aircraft at the retail level, the rental and maintenance of aircraft, the operation of an approved flying school or the rendition of any service to aircraft or the operators thereof for profit.
"Fuel handling" means the transportation, delivery, fueling and draining of fuel or fuel waste products.
"Motor vehicle" means every vehicle that is self-propelled.
"Operator" means the owner of an aircraft, or any person who has rented such aircraft for the purpose of operation by himself or his agents.
"Owner" means a person who holds the legal title of a vehicle, or in the event the vehicle is the subject of a conditional sale or lease thereof with the right of purchase upon performance of the conditions stated in the agreement, and with the immediate right of possession vested in the conditional vendee or lessee, or in the event of a mortgagor of a vehicle is entitled to the possession, then the conditional vendee, lessee or mortgagor shall be deemed the owner for the purposes of this title.
"Permission" or "permit" means permission granted by the airport manager, unless otherwise specifically provided in this title. Permission or permit, whenever required by this title shall mean written permission, except that verbal permission in specific instances may be granted under special circumstances where the obtaining of written permission would not be practicable.
"Person" means an individual, partnership, firm, association, flying club or corporation.
"Police officer" means the airport police officer authorized and empowered by the airport commission to provide security, regulate traffic and to enforce this title.
"Vehicle" means every device in repose, or by which any person or property is or may be transported or drawn upon a highway, including bicycles.
(Ord. dated 4/3/89; prior code § 3-1)
14.04.020 Purpose of title.
The purpose of this title is to provide for the safety of life and property on the airport and to provide for the protection of public and private property within airport boundaries. Further, this title is for the purpose of establishing such other rules of conduct as are necessary in the general interest and shall promote the general welfare.
(Prior code § 3-2)
14.04.030 Authority of city manager.
The Igor I. Sikorsky Memorial Airport, Stratford, Connecticut, is owned by and under the jurisdiction of the city. The airport manager shall be in charge of the daily operations of the airport and the enforcement of these rules and regulations and any rules and orders given by the airport commission in matters not covered by these rules and regulations. He is responsible for compliance with federal, state and municipal laws, ordinances and regulations; recommends changes to the airport commission in procedures and policy when necessary to keep service in pace with the aviation industry; promotes the acquisition of new business and extended use of facilities; handles negotiations for new contracts relating to the airport; supervises collection of revenues, requisitioning of supplies and equipment, and other business management phases of airport operation; promotes cooperation of governmental agencies in securing improvements in airport facilities; coordinates matters relative to air traffic control with control tower chief or offices of the Federal Aviation Administration; and supervises employees of the airport.
(Prior code § 3-3)
14.04.040 Observance of rules and regulations.
The use of the airport or any of its facilities in any manner shall create an obligation on the part of the user thereof to obey all the regulations provided in this title and those adopted by the airport commission.
A. Amendments. Future amendments, additions, deletions or corrections to these rules and regulations may be promulgated by the airport commission.
B. Enforcement. The airport manager and his designated representative are empowered to require compliance with these rules and regulations.
C. Previous Regulations. This chapter shall supersede and cancel all other previous regulations as set forth by the airport commission.
D. Special Regulations, Notices or Directives. Special regulations, notices, memorandums or directives of an operational nature of interest to persons engaged in business with the airport shall be issued under the authority of this chapter.
(Prior code § 3-4)
14.04.050 Indemnification.
A. The privilege of using the airport and its facilities shall be conditioned on the assumption of full responsibility and risk by the user thereof, who shall release and hold harmless and indemnify the city, the airport commission, its officers and employees from any and all liability or loss resulting from use, as well as claims of third persons so using the airport and shall execute any and all agreements necessary therefor.
B. The privilege of using the airport shall be upon the further condition that any person, persons, corporation, copartnership or others using the same shall furnish a policy of indemnity against personal injury and property damage in such sum as the airport commission shall require.
(Ord. dated 4/3/89; prior code § 3-5)
14.04.060 Minimum insurance requirements.
Each fixed base operator shall at his own expense carry and keep in full force and effect for the entire period covered by a written lease or agreement with the airport the following minimum insurance on each airplane operating commercially from the airport:
A. Coverage A: Legal liability for bodily injury or death of public (excluding passengers):
Each person . . . . $100,000.00
Each accident . . . . 300,000.00
B. Coverage B: Legal liability for damage to property of others:
Each accident or aggregate . . . . 300,000.00.
C. Coverage C: Legal liability for bodily injury to or death of passengers:
Each person . . . . 100,000.00
Each accident or aggregate, subject to a maximum limit of $100,000.00 per passenger....1,000,000.00.
(Prior code § 3-6)
14.04.070 Public use.
The landing area is open to the use of aircraft at all times without fee for noncommercial purposes in accordance with the rules and regulations governing the operation of aircraft and the conduct of airmen as promulgated by the appropriate agencies of the U.S. Government, the state and the airport commission.
(Prior code § 3-7)
14.04.080 Commercial use.
No person, partnership, firm or corporation shall use the airport as a base from which to conduct a business except such person, partnership, firm or corporation as may be authorized to conduct a business through a lease or permit granted by the airport commission, or unless such person, partnership, firm or corporation has been granted a temporary permit in writing by the airport manager for a period not exceeding ninety (90) days. The airport manager, with the approval of the airport commission, shall determine what constitutes a commercial operation. Such person, partnership, firm or corporation shall be confined strictly to the conduct of only such activity as is specifically authorized by the lease or permit granted.
A. No aircraft owner or aviation organization shall engage in any commercial activities of any type at the airport unless prior permission and certification is obtained from the airport manager with the approval of the airport commission.
B. No person or firm shall engage inflight instructions at the airport unless prior to giving such instruction he has registered his current flight instructor's certificate with the office of the airport manager and has submitted his certificate for inspection to the airport manager, and has filed with the manager's office a certificate of insurance to be for the protection of the airport commission, instructor and student; or will any person holding only a student permit be allowed to solo an aircraft to or from the airport unless under the direct supervision of a pilot holding a valid instructor's certificate of the proper grade and rating. Such instructor must be in attendance at the airport during the period in which the flight is made.
C. No person or firm shall employ the services of a certificated airframe and powerplant mechanic or authorized inspector unless such mechanic or inspector is in the employ of said person or firm or is in the employ of a fixed base operator holding a current operating agreement with the airport manager.
D. Commercial operation shall mean and include, but shall not be limited to, sale, auction, lease, sublease, rent, barter, trade, transaction, retail; to sell, hawk, peddle, vend, effect a sale, deal in, offer, market, liquidate, turn into money, advertise, hold out, perform services, engage in business; for the purpose of securing advantage, benefit, interest, gain, earnings, return, income, remuneration, compensation, profit; or any act or activity, the object of which is any or all of the foregoing whether or not such objective is accomplished.
E. Any lessee or operator subject to this title who violates any of the provisions thereof shall have his lease or operating agreement canceled and terminated at the discretion of and upon notice by the airport commission.
(Prior code § 3-8)
14.04.090 Scheduled operators.
A person, partnership, firm or corporation holding a lease for the scheduled operation of aircraft on the airport, or using the airport as an alternate, must cause their operation to transpire through the terminal building or such other building as may be designated by the airport commission as the terminal point. A monthly record of the volume of their activity shall be submitted to the airport manager.
(Prior code § 3-9)
14.04.100 Advertisement.
No person shall post, distribute or display signs, advertisements, circulars, printed or written matter at the airport without the approval of and in such manner as may be prescribed by the airport manager.
(Prior code § 3-10)
14.04.110 Refuse and garbage.
A. No person shall place, discharge or deposit in any manner offal, garbage or any refuse in or upon any area of the airport, except at such places designated for that purpose by the airport manager.
B. In such cases as accidental spillage or droppage of materials, persons responsible shall clean area to the satisfaction of the airport manager or assume all costs necessary to accomplish the cleaning or restoration of surfaces involved.
(Prior code § 3-11)
14.04.120 Building requirements and ground rentals.
Any person desiring to erect, construct or alter any building on the airport shall be required to submit plans and specifications for same to the airport manager and airport commission. The plans shall include a general layout, drawn to scale, showing the desired amount of ground actually required for the operation of such building in addition to the portion occupied by the building proper. All buildings located at the airport, present or future, shall conform to the building code requirements of the city and approved by the fire chief. When plans have been approved by the airport manager and the airport commission, a lease may then be entered into at a rate prescribed by the airport commission.
(Prior code § 3-12)
14.04.130 Hangar rules and regulations.
A. Motor vehicles (other than two tugs) and the operations of gasoline powered auxiliary equipment shall not be permitted in the hangar.
B. There shall be no smoking in any enclosure that houses aircraft or aircraft component parts or that area in which maintenance on aircraft is conducted. Posted "No Smoking" regulations shall be strictly observed within the hangar areas and on ramp, apron, storage, tie-down or parking areas.
C. Good housekeeping practice is required at all times by occupants both in their assigned areas and during any aircraft maintenance operations.
D. Hangar and shop floors shall be maintained clear of engine stands, ladders and equipment not in actual use. Areas surrounding fire extinguishers and sprinkler risers shall be kept clear at all times.
E. Aircraft shall be moved by competent personnel trained in such operations who will be sure that aircraft master switches are off, wheels unchocked, brakes off, and if conventional landing gear type, tail wheel unlocked.
F. All parties shall promptly comply with recommendations or directives submitted by the Factory Insurance Association or its successors upon receipt of written notice.
G. Fueling, defueling or fuel sump draining within the enclosure of the hangars is strictly prohibited.
H. Flammable liquids having a flash point below one hundred ten (110) degrees Fahrenheit shall at all times be kept in and used from National Board of Fire Underwriters approved safety cans and stored in an acceptable metal cabinet, quantities not to exceed twenty-five (25) gallons. Transfer of inflammable liquids from original containers to safety cans shall be accomplished outside the hangar in a safe location. Area surrounding storage cabinets shall be maintained clear of all flammable and combustible materials.
I. Spraying of paints or any volatile liquid mixtures on any surface is not permitted in hangar areas other than in those specifically designated for this purpose by the airport manager and approved by the city fire chief. Minor surface area painting may be accomplished by the aerosol-type spray can if supervised by a qualified airframe and power plant mechanic.
J. Only water base or carsol type solvents with flash points of one hundred ten (110) degrees Fahrenheit or higher permitted for aircraft, engine or parts cleaning. Liquid spillage resulting from cleaning or maintenance to be collected in drip pans.
K. Aircraft maintenance lighting including drop lights shall be Underwriters' Laboratories listed vaporproof. Nonvaporproof lights permitted only if specifically approved by the Factory Insurance Association or its successors.
L. There shall be no open flames, welding or cutting permitted within the hangar. Welding in shop areas permitted provided all safety precautions are observed and equipment operated by qualified personnel under supervision of an airframe and powerplant mechanic or an F.A.A. aircraft inspector.
M. In addition to the above, all parties shall comply with all rules and regulations, directions and control by the airport manager, the superintendent of operations and the airport commission, as well as all laws, ordinances and regulations of the state or city relating to use of any airport property covered by this agreement, or health, nuisance and/or fire concerned therewith. All city-owned airport equipment and facilities leased, loaned or otherwise allowed use of shall, by its users, be maintained in condition suitable to airport management, the city building department and the city fire department's requirements, rules and regulations until their expiration time.
(Prior code § 3-13)
14.04.140 Aircraft maintenance.
No person shall perform maintenance on aircraft in an area other than that which has been approved for such by the airport manager or airport commission. Maintenance includes washing and cleaning, the changing and adding of lubricants and other fluids or fuels, performing work requiring tools and materials in the assembly or disassembly of any aircraft parts or components associated with maintenance activity.
(Prior code § 3-14)
14.04.150 Derelict aircraft.
Any aircraft parked on airport ramps for a period in excess of ninety (90) days and not flown during that period of time shall be declared a derelict unless arrangements for extended parking have been made by the owner with airport management. Such aircraft shall be subject to removal and impoundment by the airport management with any and all costs incurred being the responsibility of the aircraft owner.
(Prior code § 3-15)
Chapter 14.08 Sections:
Article I In General
14.08.010 Observance of government rules.
14.08.020 Rule changes.
14.08.030 Management of the public.
14.08.040 Two-way radio communications.
14.08.050 Aircraft engine(s) run-ups.
14.08.060 Storage and tie-down areas.
14.08.070 Towing of aircraft.
14.08.080 Disabled aircraft.
14.08.090 Accident report.
14.08.100 Property damage.
14.08.110 Nonpayment of charges.
14.08.120 Taxiing instructions.
14.08.130 Taxiing speed.
14.08.140 Ramp parking.
14.08.150 Aircraft parking.
14.08.160 Take-offs and landings.
14.08.170 Persons on ramp area.
14.08.180 Flying clubs.
14.08.190 Aircraft storage.
14.08.200 Landing fees.
14.08.210 Penalties.
14.08.220 Removal from airport.
14.08.230 Authority to detain aircraft.
Article II Fueling
14.08.240 Fueling areas.
14.08.250 Aircraft grounding.
14.08.260 Open flames.
14.08.270 Equipment.
14.08.280 Parking areas.
14.08.290 Proper markings.
14.08.300 Uniform fuel pricing.
Article III Traffic Control
14.08.310 Infringement of rules.
14.08.320 Aircraft registration log.
14.08.330 Use of taxiways.
14.08.340 Helicopter operations.
14.08.350 Runway 16-34 restrictions.
14.08.360 Calm wind runway.
14.08.370 Simulated "engine-out" operations.
Article I 14.08.010 Observance of government rules.
All rules and regulations of the appropriate agencies of the United States, particularly Federal Aviation Administration (Part 91), and state governments and the airport commission relating to aircraft, aircraft operations, pilots, their conduct and qualifications, shall be strictly observed.
(Prior code § 3-31)
14.08.020 Rule changes.
All general and special flight and airport rules and regulations covered in Chapter 14.04 of this code may be promulgated by the airport manager subject to approval by the airport commission and common council as circumstances and practice indicate their need and shall have full force and effect of a city ordinance, which is to be interpreted as law.
(Prior code § 3-32)
14.08.030 Management of the public.
The airport manager, or his delegated representative, may at all times have full authority to take any action as may be necessary in the handling, conduct and management of the public in attendance at the airport.
(Prior code § 3-33)
14.08.040 Two-way radio communications.
Except in the event of an emergency, no aircraft shall taxi, take off or land at the airport unless equipped with a functioning two-way radio with proper frequencies or unless prior approval has been obtained from the control tower.
(Prior code § 3-34)
14.08.050 Aircraft engine(s) run-ups.
Aircraft engines shall be started and run up only in areas designated for such purposes. At no time shall engines be run up when hangars, shops, airplanes, vehicles, buildings or persons are in the path of propeller wash or jet exhaust effects. Helicopter operations shall be conducted in a manner that will eliminate the possibility of any injury to persons or damage to property from rotor wash.
(Prior code § 3-35)
14.08.060 Storage and tie-down areas.
No aircraft shall be parked, stored, tied down or displayed at the airport other than those areas designated for such use by the airport manager. The airport manager will establish the fee schedule subject to approval by the airport commission for storage or tie-down on all areas of the airport designated for that purpose.
(Prior code § 3-36)
14.08.070 Towing of aircraft.
At the direction of the airport manager, the operator, owner or pilot of any aircraft on the airport shall move the aircraft from the place where it is parked or stored to any place designated on the airport; if the operator refuses to comply with the directions, the airport manager may tow the aircraft to such place, at the operator's expense and without liability for damage that may result from such movement.
(Prior code § 3-37)
14.08.080 Disabled aircraft.
In the event of an accident, the airport manager may move damaged aircraft from the runways, taxi-ways, ramps, aprons or other areas (in order to restore airport operations), at the expense of the owner and without liability for damage resulting from such movement.
(Prior code § 3-38)
14.08.090 Accident report.
The pilot of an aircraft involved in an accident on or in the vicinity of the airport causing personal injury or property damage shall immediately file a report to the airport manager. In the event that the pilot is unable to do so, the owner or his agent and witness shall file such an accident report.
(Prior code § 3-39)
14.08.100 Property damage.
Airport property damaged or destroyed by an accident or otherwise, shall be paid for by parties responsible. Failure to report such an occurrence may mean an arrest to the responsible parties.
(Prior code § 3-40)
14.08.110 Nonpayment of charges.
The airport manager shall have the authority to detain any aircraft for nonpayment of any charges due.
(Prior code § 3-41)
14.08.120 Taxiing instructions.
No person shall taxi an aircraft until it has been ascertained by visual inspection of the area that there will be no danger of collision with any person or object in the immediate area, and requested taxiing clearances have ben received from the control tower.
(Prior code § 3-42)
14.08.130 Taxiing speed.
Aircraft shall be taxied at a safe and reasonable speed with respect to other aircraft, vehicular traffic, persons, property, atmospheric and surface conditions.
(Prior code § 3-43)
14.08.140 Ramp parking.
Nonscheduled and general aviation aircraft requesting parking on the main terminal ramp area (Gate 1 through Gate 7) will be directed to the proper gate position by the control tower. Transient pilots are required to sign in and register at fixed base operator's areas or at the general aviation terminal building. Aircraft remaining overnight will be assigned a parking area by airport management.
(Prior code § 3-44)
14.08.150 Aircraft parking.
No person may park an aircraft in any area other than that prescribed by the airport manager or his authorized representative. Except in any emergency, no person may enplane or deplane passengers in an area that had not been designated for that purpose by airport management or airport commission.
(Prior code § 3-45)
14.08.160 Take-offs and landings.
All take-offs and landings shall be confined to the runways and all movement of aircraft shall be confined to hard surfaced areas, unless otherwise approved by the airport manager.
(Prior code § 3-46)
14.08.170 Persons on ramp area.
No person or persons, except airmen, duly authorized personnel, passengers going to and from aircraft, or persons being personally conducted by airport attendants shall be permitted to enter the ramp areas. However, this does not authorize any such person or persons unrestricted use of the airport.
(Prior code § 3-47)
14.08.180 Flying clubs.
Flying clubs shall not be permitted to operate from the airport unless approved by the airport commission. Flying clubs shall be required to obtain a letter of authorization from the airport manager before such a club operates at the airport. Such letter of authorization will be issued upon approval of operation by the airport commission. The flying club aircraft and equipment must be owned and operated by a nonprofit partnership or nonprofit state corporation, and each member must be a bona fide owner of a part of the aircraft and equipment. The club may not derive greater revenue from the use of its aircraft than the amount necessary for the operation, maintenance and replacement of its aircraft and will file and keep up to date with the airport manager a current list of its membership and an annual financial statement documented by a certified public accountant. Should the airport manager, at any time, have reason to believe a club aircraft is being so operated that it falls under the "commercial" classification, he shall so notify such a club and should that club fail to rectify the conditions complained of, the airport manager shall, subject to the approval of the airport commission, reclassify the aircraft and order specific conditions remedied. The flying club aircraft shall at all times be operated by a certified flight instructor, student or pilot, the latter two being bona fide members of the club. The exception to use of the aircraft would be qualified pilots test flying the aircraft after maintenance work, in which case, a member need not be aboard for the test flight. The test pilot must be an employee of an F.A.A. approved repair and maintenance operator.
(Prior code § 3-48)
14.08.190 Aircraft storage.
The city is in no way responsible for any aircraft parked, tied down or stored on any part of the airport. The city shall not be responsible for, and assumes no liability arising from fire, theft, damage to or loss of aircraft or any article left therein. Tenants shall supply the airport manager with a valid copy of their insurance policy for aircraft property and liability. Tenants shall not be entitled to sublease storage area assigned, in whole or in part, to any other party. This is not to be construed as a permanent lease but may be renewed automatically each month upon receipt and payment of monthly billing with approval of the airport manager. Aircraft stored in hangars shall abide by hangar rules and regulations issued by the airport manager, the text of which is printed in this section and made part of this chapter. Outside storage shall be permitted on the airport only at areas designated by the airport manager. Owners of parked aircraft shall be responsible for their own tie-down equipment which must be approved by the airport manager. All aircraft storing outside shall be tied securely at three points under both winds and tail. At no time will vehicles be permitted to park in an area designated for the storage or parking of aircraft. Vehicles shall not park in areas adjacent to aircraft storage areas unless loading and unloading of an aircraft is in progress and only for as much time as is necessary. Tenants shall park their vehicles only in designated parking areas approved by the airport manager. Parking of vehicles in any unauthorized areas will subject owners to parking violations and penalties.
(Prior code § 3-49)
14.08.200 Landing fees.
A landing fee may be imposed on all itinerant aircraft using the airport. No person shall operate an aircraft on or from the airport or use ramp or apron area or aircraft parking and storage area except upon payment of such fees and charges as may from time to time be established by the airport commission, unless such a person is entitled to use such an area under lease, agreement or special contract.
(Ord. dated 10/21/91: prior code § 3-50)
14.08.210 Penalties.
Any person, partnership, firm or corporation, who shall violate the provisions of this article, its addendums or amendments thereto shall forfeit the privilege of using the airport until reinstatement by the airport commission and/or the airport manager and shall be fined as provided in Chapter 1.12 of this code for each violation.
(Prior code § 3-51)
14.08.220 Removal from airport.
In addition to the penalties set out in Section 14.08.210, the airport commission and/or the airport manager may remove or eject from the airport premises any person who knowingly and wilfully violates any rule or regulation prescribed in this article, or any order or instruction issued by or under the authority of the airport commission or the airport manager. The airport commission and/or the airport manager may deny use of the airport and its facilities to any such person if it is determined that such denial is necessary under the circumstances in order to protect property and other persons and their rights, the public and its interests in the airport.
(Prior code § 3-52)
14.08.230 Authority to detain aircraft.
The airport manager shall have the authority to detain any civil aircraft for nonpayment of fees or charges due the city or if the airport manager or his designated representative ascertains that either the aircraft or its operator is not capable of safe operation on the airport.
(Prior code § 3-53)
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14.08.240 Fueling areas.
No aircraft shall be fueled or drained while the aircraft engine is running or while the aircraft is in a hangar or any enclosed area.
(Prior code § 3-61)
14.08.250 Aircraft grounding.
During all fueling operations the aircraft shall be grounded to grounding rods or to fueling vehicles or any other approved method.
(Prior code § 3-62)
14.08.260 Open flames.
Smoking or lighting of an open flame shall be prohibited within fifty (50) feet of any fueling operations.
(Prior code § 3-63)
14.08.270 Equipment.
All fuel-dispensing equipment shall be of an efficient design and shall be maintained in a safe and nonleaking condition with periodic inspections to assure compliance for safety. Should equipment fail and a substantial leak occur, all engines must be turned off and fire apparatus summoned.
(Prior code § 3-64)
14.08.280 Parking areas.
Fuel trucks shall be parked or stored in areas designated by the airport manager.
(Prior code § 3-65)
14.08.290 Proper markings.
Fuel trucks shall be properly marked denoting octane ratings in letters and symbols easily visible and understood by all persons engaged in a fueling operation.
(Prior code § 3-66)
14.08.300 Uniform fuel pricing.
The airport manager shall establish a uniform fuel cost for all grades of aviation fuels dispensed at the airport.
(Prior code § 3-67)
Article III 14.08.310 Infringement of rules.
The chief controller shall inform the airport manager of any infringement of this chapter in force and effect at the airport which, in his opinion, warrants disciplinary action by airport management.
(Prior code § 3-71)
14.08.320 Aircraft registration log.
All itinerant pilots shall register logs, registration forms, registry books or whatever form is used to record itinerant flights at the base operator's offices or at the main terminal building. These records shall be kept for a period of twelve (12) months and must be made available to the airport manager on demand.
(Prior code § 3-72)
14.08.330 Use of taxiways.
Except for helicopters, take-offs and landings are prohibited on the taxiways, ramps or aprons. Helicopter pilots will be responsible for downwash disturbances or damage caused to parked or taxiing aircraft during such operations.
(Prior code § 3-73)
14.08.340 Helicopter operations.
Helicopter hovering shall be limited to the numeral area of inactive runways as approved by the control tower. No hovering operations shall be permitted except on the numeral area of Runway 11 or beyond first five hundred (500) feet of Runway 16. VFR helicopter flight training operations are to keep clear of continuous approaches to Runway 6. Training flights landing or approaching Runway 29 shall execute a righthand pattern unless safety practice dictates otherwise.
(Prior code § 3-74)
14.08.350 Runway 16-34 restrictions.
Runway 16-34 is prohibited use by aircraft weighing over twelve thousand five hundred (12,500) pounds unless wind is in excess of twenty (20) knots aligned with the runway. This runway is closed to all flight operations from sunset to sunrise.
(Prior code § 3-75)
14.08.360 Calm wind runway.
Runway 11-29 is the designated "calm wind" runway when winds are five knots and under. Runway 11-29 is the preferential runway for noise abatement practice.
(Prior code § 3-76)
14.08.370 Simulated "engine-out" operations.
There shall be no simulated engine-out operations (single or multiengine) on Runway 16-34 in the interest of safety and noise abatement.
(Prior code § 3-77)
Chapter 14.12 Sections:
14.12.010 Owners, lessees and concessionaires– Regulations.
14.12.020 Conduct of employees.
14.12.030 Complaints.
14.12.040 Based aircraft.
14.12.050 Student records.
14.12.060 Sales.
14.12.070 Volume of activity.
14.12.010 Owners, lessees and concessionaires– Regulations.
Operators, lessees and concessionaires are lessees who have agreed to operate the premises leased for the use and benefit of the public; to make available all airport facilities and service to the public, without unjust discrimination; and to refrain from imposing or levying excessive, discriminatory or otherwise unreasonable charges or fees for any use of the airport or its facilities or for any airport service. The lessees shall not violate any of the restrictions in their leases nor shall they fail to keep any of their covenants after written notice to cease such violation and a reasonable time thereafter to correct same, the city may at once, if it so elects, terminate the same and take possession of the premises. Failure on the part of the lessees to pay rents, fees, commissions or any such payments within thirty (30) days after such becomes due, shall authorize the city and its airport, at its option and without any legal proceedings, to declare the lease void, cancel same and re-enter and take possession of the premises.
(Prior code § 3-91)
14.12.020 Conduct of employees.
Fixed base operators shall be responsible for the conduct of their employees and all persons admitted to the operations areas via their offices or hangars. Any objectionable conduct on the part of such employees or persons may be dealt with directly by airport authorities or reported to the operator for disciplinary action in which case a written statement of the action taken shall be presented to the airport manager by the operator.
(Prior code § 3-92)
14.12.030 Complaints.
Any complaints by operators, tenants, persons or users of the airport shall be submitted in writing to the airport manager. All specifics shall be included in the complaints noting names, places and times of any such happenings during which said complaint was entertained.
(Prior code § 3-93)
14.12.040 Based aircraft.
No commercial permit will be granted to any operator who does not use the airport as a regular base for his aircraft, except that a temporary permit in writing may be given by the airport manager not to exceed ninety (90) days. Aircraft to be classed as using the airport as a regular base must be kept at and operated from the airport for at least six months during the year.
(Prior code § 3-94)
14.12.050 Student records.
Fixed base operators shall keep accurate records of the number of students trained and the number of passengers carried, and such data shall be presented to the airport manager or airport commission upon demand.
(Prior code § 3-95)
14.12.060 Sales.
No person, partnership, firm or corporation shall engage in the sale or distribution of refreshments, gasoline, oil or any other commodity or service within the confines of the airport without having secured permission and approval from the airport manager and airport commission in accordance with Section 14.04.080 of this title.
(Prior code § 3-96)
14.12.070 Volume of activity.
Fixed base operators must submit a record of monthly volume of their activity to the airport manager upon demand. A current record of all aircraft based in their leased area shall be submitted to the airport manager. This shall include type, serial number, owner's name and address, type of aircraft use and his storage position.
(Prior code § 3-97)
Chapter 14.16 Sections:
14.16.010 Vehicles on the airport.
14.16.020 Ramp areas.
14.16.030 Air operations areas.
14.16.040 No radio vehicles.
14.16.050 Accident report.
14.16.060 Motor vehicle operation.
14.16.070 Towing.
14.16.080 Fence gates.
14.16.090 Ramp access during air carrier (part 121).
14.16.100 Fire lane clearance.
14.16.110 Designated parking spaces.
14.16.010 Vehicles on the airport.
Unless authorized by the airport manager, no highway or automotive vehicle shall be operated on the airport except on the roadways, parking areas or any paved area designed to carry and specifically designated for such vehicles. Such vehicles shall be parked in a manner prescribed by the airport manager while on airport property and as indicated in airport rules and regulations and/or posted signs.
(Prior code § 3-111)
14.16.020 Ramp areas.
When aircraft are parked on ramp or apron areas for the purpose of loading or unloading, no vehicle shall be driven to the aircraft without approval from airport manager's office.
(Prior code § 3-112)
14.16.030 Air operations areas.
No motor vehicle shall be permitted within the air operations areas unless its presence is specifically required for purposes of aircraft servicing, airport maintenance, construction, snow removal or under conditions of an emergency. All vehicles shall be equipped with a two-way radio capable of communicating with controllers of traffic.
(Prior code § 3-113)
14.16.040 No radio vehicles.
Vehicles not equipped with two-way radio shall be denied access to air operations and movement areas unless:
A. Subject vehicle is escorted by an authorized vehicle equipped with a two-way radio;
B. Subject vehicle is authorized by airport management to operate within a confined area of movement of construction, maintenance or testing provided the vehicle displays a yellow checkered flag large enough to be recognized by the control tower.
(Prior code § 3-114)
14.16.050 Accident report.
Any and all accidents occurring on airport property involving personal injury or property damage shall be reported to the airport manager or his immediate representative upon its occurrence. A full written report shall be presented within twenty-four (24) hours.
(Prior code § 3-115)
14.16.060 Motor vehicle operation.
No person shall operate any vehicle in a careless or negligent manner or in disregard for the safety of persons or property, or in excess of posted speed limits. All persons and vehicles shall be required to be covered by adequate liability insurance (see Section 14.04.060, minimum insurance requirements).
(Prior code § 3-116)
14.16.070 Towing.
The airport manager shall have the authority to tow or otherwise move motor vehicles which are parked by their owners or operators on the airport in violation of these regulations or in the event of an emergency during which safety would better be served by its movement. With an exception to the latter, such movement of subject vehicle shall be made at the operator's expense and without liability for damage which may result in the course of such moving.
(Prior code § 3-117)
14.16.080 Fence gates.
Operators of vehicles passing through gates that lead to ramp, apron or aircraft storage areas for the purpose of loading or unloading aircraft shall close those gates at each passing. Those operators failing to close gates as prescribed may be denied future access.
(Prior code § 3-118)
14.16.090 Ramp access during air carrier (Part 121).
No vehicle or persons will be allowed access beyond security fence during an air carrier operation (scheduled or charter) unless cleared through air carrier personnel and airport police screening. Security measures under F.A.A., Part 107, will be complied with during such air carrier operations or whenever commuter airlines must so process their operations in a similar fashion.
(Prior code § 3-119)
14.16.100 Fire lane clearance.
An emergency fire lane designed to accommodate emergency vehicles from Gate 1 through Gate 15 shall be kept clear of all vehicles, aircraft, fire bottles, wheel chocks and all other obstructions.
(Prior code § 3-120)
14.16.110 Designated parking spaces.
No person shall park a vehicle in any space designated for another person's vehicle, nor shall any person park, stand or wait any vehicle in any reserved or restricted area so marked. No person shall park a motor vehicle in a manner so as to obstruct roadways, aircraft parking areas, runways, taxiways, air operations areas, movement and nonmovement areas, grassed areas or terminal building entrances. All airport employees shall park in an area provided for their use.
(Prior code § 3-121)
Chapter 14.20 Sections:
14.20.010 Smoking.
14.20.020 Open fires.
14.20.030 Inflammable materials.
14.20.040 Extinguishers.
14.20.050 Good housekeeping.
14.20.010 Smoking.
Smoking or lighting of an open flame is prohibited at places with posted signs, within fifty (50) feet of any aircraft and within fifty (50) feet of hangars, fuel farms, fuel tanks, fuel trucks or fuel loading stations.
(Prior code § 3-131)
14.20.020 Open fires.
No person shall start an open fire anyplace on the airport without permission of the airport manager.
(Prior code § 3-132)
14.20.030 Inflammable materials.
No person shall store material or equipment, use inflammable liquids or gases, or allow their premises to become in violation of the fire code of the city of Bridgeport or the town of Stratford.
AIRCRAFT OPERATIONS
In General
Traffic Control
FIXED BASE OPERATION
MOTOR VEHICLES
FIRE REGULATIONS