HomeMy WebLinkAboutORD 2017-62 - Airport Use RegulationORDINANCE NO. Q D � I -10�j
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
GEORGETOWN, TEXAS, AMENDING CHAPTER 12.32 OF THE CODE OF
ORDINANCES OF THE CITY OF GEORGETOWN, TEXAS RELATING TO
THE GEORGETOWN MUNICIPAL AIRPORT USE REGULATIONS;
REPEALING CONFLICTING ORDINANCES AND RESOLUTIONS;
INCLUDING A SEVERABILITY CLAUSE; AND ESTABLISHING AN
EFFECTIVE DATE.
WHEREAS, currently Chapter 12.32 required review to clarify and organize the Airport
Use Regulations; and
WHEREAS, the City Council finds that amending Chapter 12.32 of the Code of
Ordinances as follows is required to ensure a safe airport and abide by all Federal regulations;
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT ORDAINED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
GEORGETOWN, TEXAS, THAT:
SECTION 1. The facts and recitations contained in the preamble of this Ordinance are
hereby found and declared to be true and correct, and are incorporated by reference herein and
expressly made a part hereof, as if copied verbatim. The City Council hereby finds that this
Ordinance complies with the Vision Statement of the City of Georgetown 2030 Comprehensive
Plan.
SECTION 2. Chapter 12.32 of the Code of Ordinances of the City of Georgetown, Texas is
hereby amended as attached as Exhibit "A."
SECTION 3, All Ordinances and resolutions, or parts of ordinances and resolutions, in
conflict with this Ordinance are hereby repealed, and are no longer of any force and effect.
SECTION 4. If any provision of this Ordinance or application thereof to any person or
circumstance, is held to be invalid, such invalidity shall not affect the other provisions, or
application thereof, of this ordinance which can be given effect without the invalid provision or
application, and to this end the provisions of this ordinance are hereby declared to be severable.
SECTION 5. The Mayor is hereby authorized to sign this Ordinance and the City Secretary
to attest. This Ordinance shall become effective and be in full force and effect in accordance with
the provisions of the Charter of the City of Georgetown.
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Description: Airport Use Regulations - Chapter 12.32
Date Approved: — to 2017
PASSED AND APPROVED on the First Reading on the oho day of 2017.
PASSED AND APPROVED on the Second Reading on the 10 day of QcWD 2017.
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APPROVED AS TO FORM:
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Charlie McNabb, City Attorney
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Description: Airport Use Regulations - Chapter 12.32
Date Approved: 1 O 2017
THE CITY OF GEORGETOWN:
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By: Dale Ross, Mayor
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CHAPTER 12.32. - GEORGETOWN MUNICIPAL AIRPORT USE REGULATIONS
ARTICLE I. – GENERAL
Sec. 12.32.010. - Definitions.
"Airport Manager" means the City of Georgetown Airport Manager or designee.
"Instrument approach" means an approach to an airport, with intent to land, by an aircraft
flying in accordance with an IFR flight plan, when the visibility is less than three miles and/or
when the ceiling is at or below the minimum initial altitude.
"Marking" means a pattern of contrasting colors placed on the pavement, turf, or other usable
surface by paint or other means to provide specific information to aircraft pilots and sometimes to
operators of ground vehicles, on the movement areas.
"Night" means the time between the end of evening civil twilight and the beginning of
morning civil twilight, as published in the American Air Almanac, converted to local time.
"Person" means unless context clearly indicates otherwise, the "person" as used herein shall
mean any natural person, estate, club, organization, firm, association (whether incorporated or
not), partnership, corporation, or legal entity of any kind.
"Restricted area" means an airport property designated for the safe operation of aircraft.
"Runway" means a defined rectangular area on a land airport prepared for the landing and
takeoff run of aircraft along its length.
"Straight -in approach—IFR" means an instrument approach wherein final approach is begun
without first having executed a procedure turn, not necessarily completed with a straight -in landing
or made to straight -in landing minimums.
"Straight -in approach—VFR" means entry into the traffic pattern by interception of the
extended runway centerline (final approach course) without executing any other portion of the
traffic pattern. (See "traffic pattern").
"Taxilane" means a defined path in the aircraft parking area intended to provide taxiing
aircraft access between the taxiways and the aircraft parking positions.
"Taxiway" means a defined path, usually paved, over which aircraft can taxi from one part of
an airport to another.
"Terminal building" means a building or buildings designed to accommodate the enplaning
and deplaning activities of flight crews and passengers.
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"T -hangar" means an aircraft hangar in which aircraft are parked alternately tail to tail, each
in the T-shaped space left by the other row of aircraft or aircraft compartments.
"Traffic pattern" means the traffic flow that is prescribed for aircraft landing at, taxiing on, or
taking off from an airport. The components of a typical traffic pattern are upwind leg, crosswind
leg, downwind leg, base leg, and final approach:
A. Upwind leg—A flight path parallel to the landing runway in the direction of landing.
B. Crosswind leg—A flight path at right angles to the landing runway off its upwind end.
C. Downwind leg—A flight path parallel to the landing runway in the direction opposite to
landing. The downwind leg normally extends between the crosswind leg and the base leg.
D. Base leg—A flight path at right angles to the landing runway off its approach end. The
base leg normally extends from the downwind leg to the intersection of the extended
runway centerline.
E. Final approach—A flight path in the direction of landing along the extended runway
centerline. The final approach normally extends from the base leg to the runway. An
aircraft making a straight -in approach VFR is also considered to be on final approach.
Sec. 12.32.020. – General provisions.
A. Authority. These Regulations are enacted by the City of Georgetown, for the operation of
the Airport, pursuant to the powers and duties of the City of Georgetown, Texas, a home
rule municipal corporation, and applicable state and federal laws.
B. Alteration of Airport Property. No person shall erect or alter any sign, building, aircraft
parking or storage area, leased area or other airport property, without prior written
permission from the City. Such persons shall comply with all building codes and permit
procedures of the airport and City and shall deliver to the Airport Manager as -built plans
upon completion.
C. Abandoned Property. No person shall abandon any property, ie. airplanes, vehicles,
household items, etc. at the Airport.
D. Knowledge of Regulations implied; copies of article available. These Regulations are
available at all times on the official website of the City.
E. Conflict of Regulations. In the event of conflict between these Regulations and the FAA
regulations, the latter prevails.
F. Security. All users of the Airport shall follow the Municipal Airport Security Awareness
Program guidelines available in the terminal building.
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G. Control of debris, foreign objects, glass.
1) No glass bottles may be used near an aircraft operations area, except within private
hangars or other leased premises.
2) All Airport users shall endeavor to keep all aircraft operations areass clear of glass,
debris and foreign objects so as to avoid or reduce possible damage to aircraft.
Users are encouraged to pick up loose property, and dispose of such material, or
report the presence of such material to the Airport Manger's office.
H. Use of another's property. Unless authorized by the owner, the use of any aircraft, parts,
equipment, accessories or tools of another, situated on said airport, is forbidden, and no
person shall enter, climb upon, or in any way tamper with, any aircraft not owned by that
person unless permission has been granted by the owner or the person is accompanied by
the owner.
I. No signs or equipment or portable buildings and house trailers may be erected, moved in
or installed except as may be specifically authorized by the City Council.
J. Reporting damage to airport equipment and or facilities. Any person damaging any airport
equipment and or facilities by operation of an aircraft or otherwise shall immediately report
such damage to the Airport Manager.
K. Registration of persons and aircraft. All aircraft based at the Airport shall be registered by
the owner at the office of the Airport Manager with either a properly executed lease
agreement with the City for a hangar space or a tiedown space, or a properly executed
airport tenant agreement if the aircraft occupies space subleased or provided, with or
without a fee or charge, by a primary airport ground or facilities lessee. It shall be the
responsibility of the primary lessee to provide the necessary information for the proper
execution of the airport tenant agreement.
L. Authority ofAirport Manager to suspend or restrict operations; safeguard of persons and
property. The airport manager may suspend or restrict any operations whenever necessary
in the interest of safety, and will provide notice of such action as is reasonable and
necessary.
Sec. 12.32.030. — Restricted area.
A. All airport property is a restricted area, with the exception of the main access road
(Terminal Drive), and Airport Terminal building.
B. Persons who may enter restricted area. No person shall enter the designated restricted
areas unless he has permission from the Airport Manager, holds a current license or lease
with the City of Georgetown for an Airport facility, holds an FAA license, or is an invited
visitor of such a person. Employees or invited visitors are the responsibility of their sponsor
for compliance with all Airport Regulations.
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Sec. 12.32.040. — Use of land within the airport.
Property within the airport may be used only for aeronautical purposes, provide, however,
that nothing herein shall prohibit a secondary non -aeronautical use of such land if:
1. The primary aeronautical need is not interfered with;
2. It is not in violation of FAA or Texas Department of Transportation regulations;
3. Is specifically authorized by owner; and
4. If such secondary use will benefit the airport or provide better for its maintenance
or development.
Sec. 12.32.050. — Fire regulations.
A. All transportation, storage and other handling of aircraft and vehicle fuel shall comply
with: the International Fire Code, 2012 Edition or later, as amended by the Georgetown
City Council, and FAA Advisory Circular 150/5230-4.
B. Every person using the airport or its facilities, in any manner, shall exercise reasonable
care and caution to prevent fire.
C. All fire lanes are to be kept clear.
D. Hangar entrances shall be kept clear at all times.
E. Smoking any substance, including e -cigarettes, or any open flame, is prohibited within 50
feet of any aircraft, fuel truck, hangar, or fuel storage tank. No person shall smoke, or
otherwise ignite a match or lighter for the purpose of smoking in or within 25 feet of any
door or air intake on any public hangar, offices, waiting rooms, or buildings.
F. Compressed or inflammable gas, not ordinarily used for aviation purposes, shall not be
kept or stored upon the airport, except in places designated by the Airport Manager.
G. No flammable substances shall be used inside a hangar or other building without prior
permission from the City Fire Department.
H. Painting of aircraft inside hangars is specifically prohibited, except that small maintenance
or repair projects such as paint touch-up or treating small areas to prevent corrosion are
allowed.
I. The floors in all buildings shall be kept clean and free from oil. Volatile, flammable
substances shall NOT be used for cleaning floors.
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In the event of spillage or dripping of gasoline, oil, grease or any other material which
may be unsightly or detrimental to the airport, the same shall be removed immediately
and the affected area shall be restored to its condition prior to the spillage or dripping.
The responsibility for such removal and restoration shall be assumed by the operator or
owner of the equipment causing the same, or by the tenant or concessionaire responsible
for the spillage or dripping. In the event of failure by the responsible person to remove
the material and restore the affected area, the Airport Manager may arrange for removal
and restoration and may charge the responsible person for all resulting costs.
K. All Airport tenants, lessees, licensees and permittees shall supply and maintain such
adequate and readily accessible fire extinguishers as may be required by applicable fire
codes and regulations. Each fire extinguisher shall carry a suitable tag showing the date of
most recent inspection. At least one fire extinguisher with a Class 2A, IOBC rating shall
be installed by the hangar tenant in each hangar to comply with the City Code of
Ordinances. Extinguishers shall be mounted not less than five inches from the floor of the
hangar, and not more than five feet from the hangar door. The City has the right to inspect
all facilities to ensure that fire extinguishers are properly mounted and maintained.
Sec. 12.32.060. - Airport Layout Plan (ALP).
The Airport Manager and the FAA have on file a copy of the most recent FAA -approved ALP
for the airport. It provides for orderly development and maximization of return from the airport.
All development and activities on the airport and all proposed leases of portion of the airport must
comply with the ALP.
Sec. 12.32.070. - Adoption of minimum standards for commercial and non-commercial
operators.
"Minimum Standards for Commercial and Non -Commercial Operators at Airport"
("Minimum Standards") are concurrently enacted by the Georgetown City Council and are
incorporated by reference for all purposes as if set forth in full.
Sec. 12.32.080. - Commercial activity requires permit.
No person or entity shall use the Airport to conduct commercial activities without written
approval from the Airport Manager, and (when applicable) a permit as required in the Minimum
Standards.
Sec. 12.32.090. - Penalty for violation.
A. A person who violates this Chapter, or willfully obstructs or prevents compliance with this
Chapter, commits an offense punishable as provided in Section 1.08.010. Each day a
violation continues is a separate offense.
B. In addition to the penalty provided in subsection A, the Airport Manager may deny use of
the Airport to a person who:
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1. Violates or otherwise does not comply with this chapter; or
2. Commits or is about to commit a breach of the peace.
C. A person commits an offense if the person remains on airport property after receiving
notice from a police officer to leave the property.
See. 12.32.100. — Fueling at the airport.
A. Fuel Sales and Purchase.
1) Except as expressly permitted by these Regulations, no person shall store fuel at
the Airport.
2) All fuel provided for sale on the airport must be purchased from the City of
Georgetown Airport Fuel Storage Facility.
3) Fuel flow fees and margin rates will be determined by the City Council from time
to time.
4) The City Council authorizes the General Manager of Utilities to establish
regulations, policies, and fees governing airport fuel sales. The General Manager
of Utilities shall update City Council within one year following fuel policy
changes.
5) Public sale of automobile gasoline for use in aircraft shall not be permitted on the
airport without approval by the Airport Manager. Aircraft authorized by the FAA
to use auto gas may be privately fueled by their owner; only after compliance with
established Regulations adopted by the Airport and City of Georgetown Fire
Department.
B. Fuel Storage and Fuel Trucks
1) Unless otherwise approved by the Airport Manager moveable fuel storage
tanks are prohibited at the airport except for:
i. Fuel trucks constructed, operated and maintained in all respects as required
by law and this Chapter.
ii. Permanent fuel tanks in an operable aircraft.
iii. Tanks not exceeding one -gallon capacity used solely for sampling and
testing fuel, engines and fuel handling apparatus.
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iv. Trucks lawfully transporting fuel for immediate dispensing into a fuel
storage tank permitted by these Regulations. Such vehicles shall access the
airport at a point approved by the Airport Manager.
2) Aviation or automobile fuels shall not be stored within any hangar, except that
which is contained in aircraft fuel tanks or approved safety containers, and in
quantities not to exceed those established by the City of Georgetown Fire
Department.
3) Aircraft refueling vehicles, other moveable aircraft fuel containers and
refueling devices shall be stored outside and not less than fifty (50) feet from a
building, or such other distance as shall be approved by Airport Manager and
City Fire Department.
4) All fuel trucks/fueling equipment shall be equipped, labeled, operated, and
maintained in accordance with National Fire Protection Association, Inc., NFPA
Manual 407, "Aircraft Fuel Servicing".
5) Refueling/Defueling of aircraft fuel servicing vehicles must be performed
outdoors.
6) Maintenance of fueling systems on aircraft fuel servicing vehicles must be
performed outdoors or in a building approved for that purpose.
7) Fuel trucks/fueling equipment are prohibited from all grassy areas on the Airport.
8) When not performing servicing operations, fuel trucks/fueling equipment must be
parked on a concrete surface.
9) Aircraft refueling vehicles shall be parked in a manner, which provides a
minimum of ten (10) feet of separation between said vehicle and any other
vehicle, or aircraft refueling device.
C. Self -Fueling..
1) Persons wishing to supply and dispense aviation fuel for their own private use
must first obtain authorization from the Airport Manager. Owners of aircraft
based at the Airport who desire to self -fuel their aircraft, shall apply for and
receive self -fueling approval from the Airport Manager. Use of the Airport
Public fuel pumps does not constitute self -fueling.
2) Fuel Flow Fees shall be paid to the airport by those who choose to "Self -Fuel."
3) A person approved for Self -Fueling Operations shall not dispense aircraft fuel to
another airport user.
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D. Fueling Regulations
1) The Airport shall require all self -fueling and FBO fuel -handling personnel to
accomplish FAA approved training courses and receive periodic refresher
training as required by the Airport and City Fire Department. Documentation
of training must be provided to Airport Manager.
2) All aviation fuel nozzles must have "dead man" controls that will shut off the fuel
flow when the nozzle hand control is released. Automatic fuel cut-off nozzles
MAY NOT be substituted for "dead man" controls for fueling. "Dead man"
controls are required on all single -point refueling systems.
3) Aircraft shall not be fueled when an engine is running except that emergency
services helicopters/airplanes on a fast -turn -around may be fueled with the engine
idling, at the discretion of the fixed -base operator and the pilot. The pilot assumes
responsibility for any passengers on board during "hot" refueling.
4) At least two twenty -pound Class 2, BC portable fire extinguishers shall be
accessible on a fueling apparatus.
5) Fueling of aircraft or fuel trucks is prohibited during thunderstorm activity within
five miles of airport.
6) Truck to truck fuel transfers are not permitted on the airport.
7) All aircraft shall be positively grounded during fueling. Aircraft fueled from a
fuel truck must be grounded to the fuel truck.
8) All aircraft fueling shall be performed outdoors. Aircraft being fueled shall be
positioned so that aircraft fuel system vents or fuel tank openings are not closer
than twenty-five (25) feet from any building, facility or hangar unless otherwise
approved by the Airport Manager and City Fire Department.
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ARTICLE II. - AIRPORT OPERATIONS
Sec. 12.32.200. — General airport operations rules and regulations.
A. No person shall walk, stand, or loiter in the airside area where such activity may be an
operational or safety concern.
B. The use of bicycles, motor scooters, and motorcycles on the ramp is restricted to licensed
drivers only. These modes of transportation are not allowed past the west end of the hangar
row with the exception of loading or unloading of aircraft.
C. Playing on ramp, taxiways, or runway is prohibited.
D. Double parking at hangars is prohibited.
E. All parachute, glider, ultralight, and banner towing operations are prohibited.
F. Only aircraft and airmen licensed by the FAA shall operate aircraft at the Airport, but this
limitation shall not apply to students in training under licensed instructors nor to public
aircraft of the federal government or of a state, territory or political subdivision thereof, or
to aircraft licensed by a foreign government with which the United States has a reciprocal
agreement covering the operation of such licensed aircraft.
Sec. 12.32.210. - Vehicular traffic.
A. All vehicular traffic shall be confined to the roads, streets, avenues and alleys provided on
the grounds for that purpose, and shall operate at posted speeds. If not posted, the speed
limit on airport streets is 25 miles per hour. The maximum speed limit for all vehicles in
the airside area, with the exception of authorized municipal vehicles in the performance
their official duties, is 15 miles per hour, unless posted otherwise.
B. Vehicles should make use of the service roads on the east side of the hangar buildings when
proceeding to individual hangars or business locations on the airport. The ramp area is
restricted to aircraft, fuel trucks, and airport maintenance vehicles only, except for tenants
proceeding to assigned tie -downs occupied by their owned aircraft.
C. No person shall use at the airport any vehicle not licensed or otherwise permitted by
state law for operation on a public street or highway. This section does not pertain to
City/County vehicles or vehicles used solely for tugging, marshaling, or refueling aircraft.
On a case-by-case basis, and with the prior written approval of the Airport Manager, other
modes of transportation may be used on the airport.
D. All vehicles shall yield right of way to aircraft in motion and emergency vehicles.
E. No vehicle shall approach closer than one hundred (100) feet to any aircraft whose engines
are running, excluding ground service and emergency vehicles.
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F. All vehicles, upon entering or exiting a closed airport access gate, shall wait for the
gate to completely close behind them before proceeding to their destination so as to not
allow the entry of an unauthorized vehicle.
G. No vehicle shall be operated on the Runways or Taxiways unless so authorized by the
Airport Manager or Control Tower.
H. Any vehicle authorized to operate on the Airport Runways or Taxiways shall display a
rotating or flashing beacon that complies with FAA Advisory Circular 150/5210-513.
I. All vehicles authorized to operate on Taxiways or the Runways must carry a two-way
aviation radio, and must receive clearance from, and remain in continuous
communications with, the Airport Traffic Control Tower (ATCT) should one be active.
Regardless whether an ATCT is active, any vehicle authorized to access the Taxiways or
Runways is required to monitor 119.125, the ground frequency for the airport; and
120.225, the tower frequency and have the ability to communicate with aircraft via a two-
way aviation radio.
J. The Airport Manager may cause to be removed from any area of the airport any vehicle
which is disabled, abandoned, parked in violation of these Regulations, or which presents
an operational problem to any area of the airport, at the operator's expense and without
liability for damage which may result in the course of such movement.
K. Motor homes, boats, and recreational vehicles shall not be stored anywhere on the
airport unless specifically authorized by City.
L. Parking Restrictions. No person shall park or leave any vehicle standing, except within
a designated parking area. Aircraft owners and operators may park their vehicle in
covered aircraft hangars designated for their aircraft, provided the vehicle is parked so as
to be completely contained in the aircraft hangar and not obstruct adjacent areas or
Taxilanes. Hangar tenants may temporarily park their vehicles immediately outside their
hangar, but may not leave them unattended, even for a short time. Such vehicles shall be
expeditiously moved to allow passage of taxiing aircraft when clearance is required.
M. Vehicle Repair. No person shall clean or make any repairs to vehicles anywhere on
the airport, other than in designated shop areas, except those minor repairs necessary to
remove such vehicles from the airport.
Sec. 12.32.220. - Aircraft ground operations.
A. Tie -down or Securing of Aircraft
1) All Aircraft not hangered shall be tied down or secured when unattended, at night
or during inclement weather.
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2) It is the responsibility of the pilot when leaving a parked aircraft unattended to
ensure that the brakes are set or that the aircraft is properly chocked or tied down.
B. Running aircraft engines.
1) No engine shall be run unless a competent operator is at the controls of the aircraft;
and no engine shall be run inside any hangar or building.
2) No engine shall be run unless the aircraft is in such position that the propeller stream
will clear all buildings and groups of people in the observation areas and path of
the aircraft.
3) If not equipped with adequate brakes, the engine shall not be started in an aircraft
unless the wheels have been set with blocks attached to ropes or other suitable
means for removing them.
4) Pilots are prohibited from loading or unloading their aircraft, or
emplaning/deplaning an aircraft with the engine running.
5) Aircraft engines shall only be run at idle when on the ground, except as may be
necessary for safe taxiing operations, taking off, landing, preflight testing, and
maintenance testing.
6) All aircraft preflight engine run -ups shall be conducted in the appropriate run-up
areas.
C. Taxiing aircraft.
1) Aircraft will be taxied at a safe and prudent speed, and in such manner as to be
under the control of the pilot at all times.
2) No aircraft equipped with an anti -collision beacon shall start before such beacon
has been activated.
3) During the hours the control tower is in operation, all taxi operations in the
movement areas will be as directed by Air Traffic Control instruction. After hours,
aircraft shall communicate desired movements on Common Traffic Advisory
frequency.
D. Parking aircraft.
1) Aircraft shall not be parked in a movement area, within 400 feet of any part of the
landing or take -off area of the airport, or in such a manner as to hinder the normal
maneuvering or operation of other aircraft unless specifically authorized by the
airport manager as an emergency measure.
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2) All Aircraft shall be parked in the areas designated for this purpose by the Airport
Manager.
3) Any aircraft parked in violation of this section, that presents an operational or
safety concern in any area of the airport, shall be moved on order of the Airport
Manager at owner's expense. The City shall not be liable for any damages that
may result from the relocation of the aircraft.
4) Any person who parks an aircraft in a transient aircraft parking and storage area
shall remit to the Airport Manager or FBO any applicable transient parking fees,
as approved by the City.
E. Disabled and non -airworthy aircraft.
1) Aircraft owners and operators shall promptly remove disabled aircraft and parts
thereof, unless directed by the Airport Manager or the FAA or the National
Transportation Safety Board to delay such removal pending an investigation of an
accident. In the event of failure to promptly remove such disabled aircraft, the
Airport Manager may cause the aircraft to be removed and bill the owners for
applicable costs. The City shall not be responsible for damage to disabled aircraft
removed by the owner, the operator, or other persons.
2) Non -airworthy aircraft are not permitted to be stored outside a hangar.
3) In the event of failure to promptly remove such non -airworthy or abandoned
aircraft, the Airport Manager may cause the aircraft to be removed and bill the
owners thereof for all charges incurred in the removal. The City shall not be
responsible for damage to non -airworthy or abandoned aircraft removed by the
owner, the operator, or other persons.
4) Airport Manager can use log books and inspection of airplane to determine
airworthiness.
F. Aircraft washing. To comply with the Airport's Storm Water Pollution Prevention Plan
(S WPPP), aircraft may only be washed at the Airport wash rack except those aircraft
washed on designated paved portions of the ramps of Fixed -Base Operator's that are co -
permittees with the City of Georgetown. Wash racks shall be used for purposes of washing
and polishing aircraft, and any other purpose approved by the Airport Manager.
Washing/cleaning materials and run-off shall be used and disposed of in compliance with
all applicable federal, state, county and local laws and regulations.
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G. Aircraft repairs.
1) No aircraft shall be repaired on any part of the landing or take -off area, and all
repairs shall be made at the places designated by the Airport Manager for such
purpose.
2) No aircraft engine maintenance testing will be performed where the exhaust or
propeller blast may cause injury to persons, or do damage to property, or spread
debris. City may require repair facility to install Blast Deflectors to prevent injury
to persons or damage to property. Aircraft engine maintenance testing above 80%
power will only be accomplished at the run-up area for Runway 36 or on Taxiway
K or in locations designated by Airport Manager. Engine maintenance testing
below 80% power performed in the vicinity of any hangar must be approved by the
Airport Manager. At no time will an engine be operated above 80% power in
vicinity of hangar or taxiing airplanes.
Sec. 12.32.230. - Aircraft landing and takeoff operations.
During the hours the control tower is in operation, pilots must abide by Air Traffic Control
(ATC) instructions. During hours when ATC is not available, the following procedures apply.
Pilots are governed by those regulations promulgated by the FAA and additionally are requested
to observe the procedures set forth in the Aeronautical Information Manual and Airport Fly
Friendly Program. Information from the Fly Friendly Program is available on the City web site.
A. Take -offs, landing with calm winds. Runway 18/36 is designated as the calm wind runway.
B. Take -offs, landings on apron, parking ramp prohibited, exception. No take -offs or landings
shall be made on the apron or parking ramp, except under instructions from ATC.
C. Takeoffs, landing over certain objects prohibited or restricted. No aircraft, except
helicopters, shall land or take off in such a manner as to clear any public street or highway
at an altitude of less than 100 feet nor land or take off on the taxiway or any turf area or
over hangars, or other structures, automobile parking areas or groups of spectators.
D. Stop and go landings and take -offs. Stop and go operations are permitted as long as they
do not present an excessive (over one minute) delay to other aircraft operating in the traffic
pattern. Not more than three stop and go operations will be conducted in succession.
E. Traffic pattern elevation. Traffic pattern altitude for small piston airplanes is 800 to 1,000
feet above ground level (AGL). Traffic pattern altitude for jet airplanes is 1500 feet AGL.
F. Take -off climb. On take -off, all aircraft should climb straight out to a level of 800 feet AGL,
clear the airport boundary and execute either a 90 degree turn to the left or right entering
the traffic pattern, or a straight out departure.
G. Traffic flow.
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1. All aircraft landing at the Airport should fly a standard left hand traffic pattern when
the favored runway is 11 or 18; or a right hand traffic pattern when the favored
runway is 29 or 36..
2. Aircraft entering the traffic pattern shall exercise caution and practice courtesy so
as not to cause aircraft already in the pattern to deviate from their course.
Sec. 12.32.240. - Special traffic procedures.
The Airport Manager may, in the interest of safety, designate special traffic procedures for
certain operations, such as air shows, agricultural operations, flying club operations, etc.
Sec. 12.32.250. - Agricultural operations.
Agricultural spraying operations, if authorized, will be conducted in accordance with
procedures approved by the Airport Manager and only from the areas designed on the airport.
Sec. 12.32.260. - Student training and familiarization.
A. Aircraft shall not be permitted to remain stationary on the landing or take -off areas for the
purpose of instructing students. Such in -the -cockpit instruction will be given after the
aircraft clears the active runway, and is in a location where the aircraft does not present an
obstruction to other aircraft operations.
Sec. 12.32.270. - Helicopter operations.
During the hours the control tower is in operation, helicopters must abide by Air Traffic
Control instructions. After hours, the following procedures apply:
A. Helicopters shall at all times maintain clear separation from other traffic and operations.
All taxi operations shall be conducted with vigilance and shall be conducted at a safe
distance from all structures, obstructions, and persons, specifically taking into
consideration the effect of downwash and noise.
C. Training exercises shall be conducted west of Runway 18/36 in the vicinity of the Taxiway
J. All operations will be under guidance of Air Traffic Control Tower.
Sec. 12.32.280. - Flying clubs.
Flying clubs desiring to base their aircraft and operate on the airport must comply with the
applicable provisions of the Minimum Standards and these Regulations. They shall be exempt
from the regular fixed base operator and/or commercial operator requirements upon satisfactory
fulfillment of the conditions contained herein.
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A. The club shall be a nonprofit entity (corporation, association or partnership) organized for
the express purpose of providing its members with aircraft for their personal use and
enjoyment only. The ownership of the aircraft must be vested in the name of the flying club
(or owned proportionately by all of its members).
B. Flying clubs may not offer or conduct charter, air taxi, or rentals of aircraft operations.
They may not conduct aircraft flight instruction except for regular members, and only
members of the flying club may act as pilot in command of the aircraft except when
receiving dual instruction.
C. All flying clubs and their members are prohibited from leasing or selling any goods or
services whatsoever to any person or firm other than a member of such club at the airport
except that said flying club may sell or exchange its capital equipment.
D. Flying clubs, with its permit request, shall furnish the Airport Manager with:
1. A copy of its charter and by-laws, articles of association, partnership agreement
and other documentation supporting its existence;
2. A roster, or list of members, including names of officers and directors, and
investment share held by each member to be revised on a semi-annual basis;
3. Evidence of insurance in the form of a certificate of insurance as set out in the
minimum standards under exempt flying clubs;
4. Number and type of aircraft; including registration numbers of each;
5. Evidence that ownership is vested in the club;
6. Operating rules of the club.
E. The club's books shall be subject to audit by the City of Georgetown and/or its auditors to
ensure of the non -profitability of the club.
F. Commercial flying clubs require approval from City to operate as a Specialized Aviation
Services Operator (SASO). Commercial flying clubs are described as those entities
engaged in the ownership or lease of aircraft and providing flying services for its members
and others but which do not meet the rigid requirements established for not-for-profit clubs.
Commercial flying clubs shall have at least one tie -down or adequate hangar space leased
from the airport owner or FBO for each owned or leased aircraft.
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ARTICLE III. - LEASING
Sec. 12.32.300. - Lease provision and restrictions.
The following provision/restrictions shall apply to all leased Airport property.
A. No leases will exceed periods of 30 years.
B. Any private structure or hangar not in use for aviation purposes for a period in excess of
three months, or not available for rent or sublease for aviation purposes, unless so
authorized by the City, must be removed after due notice is given in writing. If not
removed, the City will consider such structures or hangars abandoned and title will pass to
the City.
C. Leased land from which any building, hangar, or structure is removed after due notice will
be cleaned and returned to good condition by the owner of said building, hangar, or
structure. Portable and temporary building will not be allowed on airport grounds, unless
they are necessary for construction projects.
D. Leased property on the airport may be subleased by the lessee only with approval by the
Airport Manager, or the City Council if appropriate.
E. No structures may be erected beyond the building restriction line or in conflict with the
approved Airport Master Plan/Airport Layout Plan.
F. All construction must be authorized by the City Council and must be a compatible standard
capable of withstanding winds of 80 mph, with doors open or closed.
G. All structures must comply with all applicable regulations including building codes
adopted by the City of Georgetown, the City Code of Ordinances, Unified Development
Code, and Airport Planned Unit Development Guidelines
H. Storage of non -aviation vehicles or equipment in a private hangar, or conducting non -
aviation business in any structure is prohibited unless approved by the Airport Manager.
Under no circumstances, whether approved or not, will the City be liable for damage or
destruction of any vehicles or equipment.
I. All tenants must comply with applicable requirements of the airport's Minimum Standards.
J. All commercial operations or activities of any kind which are conducted on Airport are
required to comply with the approved Minimum Standards for airport operators.
K. Non-commercial leases are prohibited from being used to engage in commercial activity
on Airport.
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Sec. 12.32.310. - City -owned hangars.
A. T -hangars owned by the City may be rented to private individuals, companies or
corporations on a monthly basis for the storage of aircraft and required aircraft support
items. T -hangars will be rented at rates established by the City. Only the aircraft listed on
the T -hanger or tie down lease may be stored or parked at the location.
B. Preventive aircraft maintenance may be conducted on the aircraft listed on the lease
pursuant to other applicable regulations.
C. Box hangars currently constructed and owned by the city may be rented or leased for the
purpose of conducting aviation activities. Box hangars will be rented at rates established
by the City.
D. Rents will be paid by the first day of the month, with the first month's rent paid in advance.
E. Hangars will not be modified from their original state unless authorized by the Airport
Manager.
F. The Airport Manager will be authorized to enter into month to month leases meeting the
terms and conditions of these Regulations.
G. Oily rags, oil wastes, rags and other rubbish and trash may only be stored in containers
with self-closing, tight -fitting lids as approved by the Airport Manager.
H. Airport hangars shall be subject to inspections by the Airport Manager and City Fire
Department to ensure compliance with all laws, ordinances and this Code.
Sec. 12.32.320. - Self services.
A. Persons are permitted to wash, repair, or otherwise service their own aircraft, provided
there is no attempt to perform such services for others and further provided that such
right is conditioned upon compliance with these Regulations and all applicable laws.
B. An aircraft owner or lessee may hire an individual or a technical specialist to provide,
under his direction and supervision, services only on the owner's aircraft.
C. An aircraft owner or lessee must ensure any individual or technical specialist placed under
hire meets the City Minimum Insurance requirements and have approval from City to
provide services on the airport.
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