2007/10/04 Ordinance 1622 - Civil Penalties - Kalispell City Airport - 1st Reading (Tabled August 20)City of Kalispell
Charles A. Harball office of City Attorney
City Attorney 312 First Avenue East
P.O. Box 1997
Kalispell, MT 5 9903 r-1997
MEMORANDUM
To; Mayor Pamela B. Kennedy
and Kalispell City Council
FROM: Charles Harb all, City Attorney
James H. Patrick, City Manager
Tel 406.758.7708
Fax 406.758.7771
charball@kalispell.com
SUBJECT: ordinance No. 1622 -- Imposition of Municipal Infractions
for Violations of City Airport Regulations
MEETING DATE: Tuesday, September 4, 2007, Regular Council Meeting
BACKGROUND: The City Airport Manager is requesting that violations of City
Airport Regulations be civil infractions and enforced as such rather than criminal
misdemeanors. This would follow the pattern that the City has taken with parking
and certain zoning violations. Given the nature of these offenses, the City Council
determined that it was more appropriate to pursue the enforcement through civil
means rather than prosecuted as a crime and all of the implications that entails.
The City enabling legislation for municipal infractions has been attached and will
be discussed during the meeting.
RECOMMENDATION: The City Council should consider passing ordinance No.
1022 and thereby authorizing the enforcement of the City Airport Regulations
through the mechanism of the Civil Infraction.
FISCAL EFFECTS: The fiscal effect of this action is minimal as it is not to be used
as a mechanism for generating revenue but rather to enforce the airport regulations
which are generally followed by most users of the airport.
Respectfully submitted,
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Cha rball City Attorney James H. Patrick, City Manager
ORDINANCE NO. 1622
AN ORDINANCE APPROVING THE KALISPELL CITY AIRPORT STANDARD
OPERATING PROCEDURES, AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER TO AMEND SUCH
PROCEDURES AS REQUIRED AND AUTHORIZING THE ISSUANCE OF MUNICIPAL
CIVIL PENALTIES PURSUANT TO KALISPELL CITY CODE CHAPTER 1, ARTICLE II,
FOR VIOLATIONS OF CHAPTER 3, CHAPTER 4 AND CHAPTER. 6 OF THE SUBJECT
STANDARD OPERATING PROCEDURES AND DECLARING AN EFFECTIVE DATE.
WHEREAS, the City of Kalispell, as owner of a federally obligated airport, has the responsibility
for instituting airport standard operating procedures for the safe operation of the
airport and for instituting minimum standards to establish the threshold entry criteria
for those wishing to provide aeronautical services to the public on the airport; and
WHEREAS, it is the intent of the City of Kalispell to provide the safest possible atmosphere for
the conduct of aviation operations for its tenants, guests, residents, students and
employees,
BE IT ORDAINED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF KALISPELL, MONTANA, AS
FOLLOWS. -
SECTION 1 The Kalispell City Airport S27 Standard operating Procedures [ASOP], dated
August 14, 2007, attached hereto and incorporated fully herein by this
reference, shall be and are hereby approved as those rules of law regulating the
uses and operation of the Kalispell City Airport. The City Manager is
authorized to amend those portions of the ASOP that do not contain municipal
civil penalties as necessary to maintain airport operations that are consistent
with Federal Aviation standards.
SECTION 2 Violations of the terms of Chapter 3 -- Ground operations, Chapter 4 —
Personal Conduct, and Chapter G — Environmental shall be deemed to be civil
infractions and shall be prosecuted as municipal infractions pursuant to the
terms of Kalispell City Code Chapter 1, Article 2. The Kalispell City Manager
and the Kalispell City Police Chief and their designees shall have the authority
to enforce the provisions of the Kalispell City Airport S27 Standard operating
Procedures.
SECTION 3 This Ordinance shall be effective thirty (30) days from and after the date of its
final passage and approval.
PASSED AND APPROVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL AND SIGNED BY THE MAYOR THIS
DAY OF , 2007.
ATTEST:
Theresa white
City Clerk
Pamela B. Kennedy
Mayor
1-11: DEFINITIONS:
MUNICIPAL INFRACTION: Any violation of this code, as amended, which has been
specifically declared to be a municipal infraction under provisions of this code.
OFFICER: Any employee or official authorized to enforce provisions of this code, as amended.
REPEAT VIOLATION: A recurring violation of the same section of this code. Each day that a
violation occurs or is permitted to exist constitutes a separate and distinct infraction. (Ord. 1430,
8-5-2002)
1-12: MUNICIPAL INFRACTIONS; PENALTIES:
A. A municipal infraction is a civil offense and for a proven violation, a civil penalty maybe
imposed.
B. For a first violation, a civil penalty of not more than three hundred dollars ($300.00) shall be
imposed.
C. For each repeat violation, a civil penalty not to exceed five hundred dollars ($500.00) shall
be imposed.
D. Seeking a civil penalty as authorized in this article does not preclude the city from seeking
alternative relief from the court in the same action. (Ord. 1430, 8-5-2002)
1-13: CIVIL CITATIONS; SERVICE AND REQUIREMENTS:
A. Any officer who is authorized by the city to enforce a municipal code or regulation may
issue a civil citation to a person who commits a municipal infraction.
B. The citation may be served on the alleged violator by any one of the following methods:
1. Personal service; or
2. By certified mail addressed to the defendant at the defendant's last known mailing address,
return receipt requested; or
3. By publication, in the manner described in rule 41)(5) of the Montana rules of civil
procedure.
C. A copy of the citation must be retained by the issuing officer and one copy be sent to or filed
with the clerk of the Kalispell municipal court.
D. The citation shall serve as notification that a municipal infraction has been committed and
shall contain the following information:
1. The name and address of the defendant;
2. The name or description of the infraction attested to by the officer issuing the citation;
3. The location and time of the infraction;
4. The amount of the civil penalty to be assessed or the alternative relief sought, or both;
5. The manner, location and time in which the penalty maybe paid;
6. The time and place of court appearance; and
7. The penalty for failure to appear in court. (Ord. 1430, 8-5-2002)
1-14,* COURT PROCEEDINGS:
A. If the total amount of civil penalties does not exceed three thousand dollars ($3,000.00), the
matter shall be tried before the municipal court judge in the same manner as a small claim. If
the total amount of civil penalties assessed exceeds three thousand dollars ($3,000.00), the
matter must be tried before a district court judge.
B. The city has the burden of proof that the municipal infraction occurred and that the
defendant committed the infraction. The proof must be by clear and convincing evidence.
C. The court shall ensure that the defendant has received a copy of the charges and that the
defendant understands the charges. The defendant may question all witnesses who appear for
the municipality and produce evidence or witnesses on the defendant's behalf.
D. The defendant maybe represented by counsel of the defendant's own choosing and at the
defendant's own expense.
E. The defendant may answer by admitting or denying the infraction.
F. If a municipal infraction is proven, the court shall enter judgment against the defendant. If
the infraction is not proven, the court shall dismiss the charges.
G. If the person named in the citation is shown to have been served with the civil citation in the
proper manner and, without good cause, fails to appear in response to the citation, judgment
shall be entered against the person by the court. (Ord. 1430, 8-5-2002)
1-15: DISPOSITION FOLLOWING JUDGMENT:
A. A person against whom judgment is entered shall pay court costs and fees as in small claims
court under title 25, chapter 35, Montana Code Annotated in addition to the penalties
imposed by the court. If the action is dismissed by the court, the city is liable for the court
costs and court fees.
B. All penalties and forfeitures collected by the court for municipal infractions shall be remitted
to the city in the same manner as fines and forfeitures collected for criminal offenses.
C. In addition to the imposition of civil penalties authorized by law against a defendant, the city
may seek alternative relief from the court in the same action. Alternative relief may consist
of any of the following.-
1 . Direct that payment of the civil penalty be suspended or deferred under conditions
imposed by the court; or
2. Order the defendant to abate or cease the violation; or
3. Authorize the city to abate or correct the violation; or
4. Order the city's costs for abatement or correction of the violation be entered as a judgment
against the defendant or assessed against the property where the violation occurred, or both.
a. The amount of costs imposed by the municipal court shall not exceed the jurisdictional
amount for a money judgment in a civil action under section 3-11--103, Montana Code
Annotated.
b. If the city seeks abatement or correction costs in excess of the jurisdictional limit
provided in subsection C4a of this section, the matter shall be referred to district court for
hearing and entry of an appropriate order. The procedure for hearing in the district court
shall be the same procedure as that for a small claims appealed under section 25-35-803,
Montana Code Annotated.
D. A defendant who wilfully violates the terms of an order imposed by the court is guilty of
contempt. (Ord. 1430, 8-5-2002)
1-16: APPEALS FOLLOWING JUDGMENT:
A. The defendant or the city may file a motion for a new trial or may appeal the decision to
district court.
B. A factual determination made by the trial court, supported by substantial evidence as shown
on the record, is binding for purposes of appeal relating to the violation at issue, but is not
admissible or binding as to any future violations for the same or similar ordinance provision
by the same defendant. (Ord. 1430, 8-5-2002)
1-17: ISSUANCE OF CIVIL CITATIONS NOT GROUNDS FOR FURTHER
LEGAL ACTION:
Except for wilful or wanton misconduct on the part of the city, the issuance of a civil citation for
a municipal infraction or the ensuing court proceedings do not provide an action for false arrest,
false imprisonment, or malicious prosecution. (Ord. 1430, 8-5-2002)
1-18: ENVIRONMENTAL ACTIONS:
An action brought by the city for an environmental violation does not preclude, and is in addition
to, any other enforcement action that maybe brought under state law. (Ord. 1430, 8-5-2002)
KA ISP CITY AIRPORT
S27
STANDARD
OPERATING
PROCEDURES
EFFECTIVE SEPTEMBER 1, 42007
(Replaces Original Edition dated October I � - 00 5 )
WARNING
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VIOLATIONS OF ANY PORTIONS OF CHAPTERS 3, 44 CAR 6 MAY RESULT IN
CIVIL PENALTIES
TABLE OF CONTENT
INTRODUCTION
DEFINITIONS
CHAPTER 1 GENERAL
CHAPTER 2 AIRCRAFT OPERATIONS
CHAPTER 3 GROUND OPERATIONS
CHAPTER 4 PERSONAL CONDUCT
CHAPTER 5 EMERGENCY PROCEDURFS
CHAPTER 6 ENVIRONMENTAL
APPENDIX A IFC—Chapterl(- AVIATION FACILITIES
APPENDIX B AIRPORT DIAGRAM
INTRODUCTION
The owners of Federally obligated airports have the responsibilities
for instituting airport Standard Operating Procedures for the safe operation
of the airport and for instituting Minimum Standards to establish the
threshold entry criteria for those wishing to provide aeronautical services to
the public on their airport.
The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) contends that it is the
prerogative of the airport owner (sponsor) to impose Standard Operating
Procedures for the safe operation and use of its airport. Airport owners in
exchange for Federal funding to assist in developing runways, taxiways, etc,
should establish Standard Operating Procedures along with Minimum
Standards for those wishing to provide aeronautical services on their airport.
Both procedures should be fair and equitable for all users of their facilities.
These Standard Operating Procedures adopted by the City of
Kalispell, as owner of the Kalispell City Airport, are designed to minimize
aviation accidents in the air and on the ground. It is the intent of the City of
Kalispell to provide the safest possible atmosphere for the conduct of
aviation operations for our tenants, guests, residents, students and
employees. Failure to abide by these Standard Operating Procedures could
result in expulsion from the airport property and/or civil penalties.
The City of Kalispell shall exercise full authority over the operations
of its airport.
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Fred Leistiko, Airport Manager
The following resources were consulted in the preparation of this document:
Federal Aviation Administration, Helena, Montana
American Association of Airport Executives
National Air Transportation Association
Montana Aeronautical Division --- MDOT
Montana. Airport Managers Association
Airport Owners and pilots Association
Flathead Municipal Airport Authority
Kalispell City Airport Advisory Council
Tenants and Users of the Kalispell City Airport
DEFINITIONS
Abandoned Vehicle - Any vehicle which has remained stationary on the Airport in
excess of 72 hours and is in a condition that would render the vehicle un-drivable,
including expired license plates, missing or flat tire, broken window, etc.
Aeronautical Actrv_ -- means any activity conducted at the airport which involves,
makes possible or is required for the operation of aircraft, or which contributes to or is
required for the safety of such operations. These activities include, but are not limited
to, air taxi and charter operations, pilot training, aircraft renting, sightseeing, aerial
photography, crop dusting, aerial advertising, aerial surveying, air Carrier operations,
skydiving, ultra light operations, glider operations, aircraft sales and services, sale of
uiviation petroleum products, repair and maintenance of aircraft, or sale of aircraft parts
and aircraft storage.
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Aeronautical Services -- means any service which involves, makes possible or is required
for the operation of aircraft, or which contributes to or is required for the safety of aircraft
operations commonly conducted on the airport by a person who has a lease or agreement
from the airport owner to provide such services.
Alorcraft Lease - also referred to as an am* raft lease -back, means a long-term written
agreement established on a minimum basis of six (6) months wherein the lessee shall
have full control over the scheduling and use of aircraft and the aircraft is insured as
required by these Minimum Standards for the use of the aircraft by Lessee.
Ai ort -- means the Kalispell City Airport, and all of the property, buildings, facilities
and improvements within the exterior boundaries of such airport as it now exists on the
Airport .Layout plan, or as it may hereinafter be extended., enlarged or modified..
ME20rt OlDerations AreafAOA),-Any area of the Airport used or intended to be
used for landing, taking off, or surface maneuvering of aircraft.
FAA - means the Federal Aviation Administration.
F - means Federal Aviation Regulation
FB. -- means any aviation business or Fixed Base Operator duly licensed and authorized
by written agreement with the airport owner to provide aeronautical activities and
services at the airport under strict compliance with such agreement and pursuant to these
regulations and standards.
F in Club - means a non-commercial organization established to promote flying,
develop skills in aeronautics, including pilotage, navigation, awareness and appreciation
of aviation requirements and techniques through ground or flight instructional
procedures.
Fuel - means the aviation petroleum product used to operate piston or jet turbine engines.
Fuel O erations - means the dispensing of aviation fuel directly into aircraft or
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dispensing the same from a separate medium such as a fuel truck.
Fuel Vendor - means an entity engaged in selling or dispensing aviation fuel to aircraft
other than that owned or leased by the entity.
.Fuelins, Operations Permit - means a permit issued by the City of Kalispell to a person
or entity who dispenses aviation fuel at the Kalispell City Airport (see Airport Standard
Operating Procedures for requirements and procedures). There are two types: (1) Fuel
Vendor's Permit; and (2) Self -fueling Permit.
IBC - means the International Fire Code (IFC) 2003 Edition, Chapter 11 - Aviation
Facilities, adopted by the City of Kalispell.
Landside - means all buildings and surfaces on the airport used by surface vehicular and
pedestrian rian traffic.
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La a Aircraft - is an aircraft of more than 12,500 pounds maximum certified takeoff
weight or turboprop and turbojet aircraft.
I,Man a= - means the Airport Manager or his/her designee.
Minimum Standards - means the standards which are established by the airport owner
as the rnimmum requirements to be met as a condition for the right to conduct an
aeronautical activity on the airport.
NFPA - means the National Fire Protection Association.
Y Non-Airwortb.,,l.l.aircraf�t - Any aircraft or rotorcraff not capable of flight under
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Federal Aviation Administration rules.
NOTAM - means a Notice to Airmen published by the FAA.
Owner - means the City of Kalispell by its City Manager represented by his/her Airport
Manager, or group providing any one or a combination of aeronautical services to or for
aviation users at the Airport.
Person. - means an individual, corporation, government or governmental subdivision,
partnership, association, or any other legal entity.
.IPI.lII gy Letters - Directives issued by the Airport authority as temporary or temporary
to become permanent upon reprinting of these Standard Operating Procedures.
Ramp P�rive - means the driving of a vehicle upon an aircraft parking ramp on the
airside of the airport to deliver persons, cargo or equipment to an aircraft as a matter of
convenience or necessity. See Airport Standard Operating Procedures for requirements
and procedures.
Self-fuelin operator - means a person who dispenses aviation fuel to aircraft owned by
such person, or leased from others and operated by such person.
Small ' Aircraft - is an aircraft of 121,500 pounds or less maximum certified take -off
weight.
:Th rropy.h-thewfence operations - means any person conducting business on the airport
from their own private property. This includes any person, not a tenant on the airport,
using the public airport for a commercial. gain.
UNIGOM -- means a non -governmental communication facility which provides airport
advisory information.
Vehicle Service Road - That portion of the Airport specifically designated and
appropriately marked for the movement of authorized vehicles. (Ryan Lane)
CHAPTER I
GENERAL
100.1 Amendments and Corrections:
a. Amendments, additions, deletions, or corrections to these Standard Operating
Procedures may be initiated by the Kalispell City Airport as conditions warrant. These
Standard Operating Procedures may be reinforced by a Policy Letter issued by the
Airport Manager or City Manager that will be regulatory until these rules are amended.
b. These Standard Operating Procedures supersede and cancel all previous
Standard Operating Procedures that may have been published for the Kalispell City
Airport.
100.2 Enforcement:
a. These Standard gyrating Procedures will be enforced by several means.
The Kalispell City Police Department, the Kalispell City Fire Department, the Airport
Manager, and the City Manager will all have authority to enforce these Rules. There
will be times when the authority and the tenants on the airport may not agree on the
application of certain standards. when this happens, the airport will strive to do
everything possible to come to an amenable agreement. This could include mediation
and/or review by the Airport Advisory Council.
b. A violation of these regulations may result in revocation of ramp access
privileges, termination of lease agreements, denial of use of airport, and/or prosecution
under applicable Federal Laws, State Laws, or City Ordinances.
C. voiding of any particular rule or regulation contained herein shall not
affect the validity of the remainder of these regulations.
d. The Airport Manager may prohibit aircraft operations when it is
determined that conditions are such that continued operations would be unsafe. The
Manager may issue a Notice To Airman (NOTAM) to close any portion of the Airport; or
to terminate or restrict any activity thereon.
e. At the request of any owner or operator of an aircraft, the Airport Manager
may have any person removed from an aircraft who creates a nuisance, is a threat to
personal property or to an W'rcraft.
100.3 Special Events, :Displays and Remonstrations:
a. Any person or organization wishing to hold a special event on the airport
utilizing airport property must first apply for and be issued a permit by the City of
Kalispell. The Airport Manager may authorize small groups on the airport for special
meetings. please contact the Airport Manager if guests will exceed the parking spaces
allocated to your organization.
b. Display vehicles and pedestrians, other than those who are tenants of the
airport, will not be allowed on the airport property unless a special permit has been issued
by the City of Kalispell.
C. The perim*t application must include the following:
I . S ponsor' s name and address.
� . Person in charge of the activities.
3. Map or drawing that shows the display area and parking area.
4. Hours of operation and security provided.
5. who is responsible for clean-up after the event.
6. Specify whether event is free of charge or admission will be charged.
7. Specify whether food or beverage vendors will be participating.
Applicant must be able to provide proof of insurance coverage as
specified by the City of Kalispell, naming the City as additional
insured.
d. The consumption of alcoholic beverages on city property is forbidden by
city ordinance.
e. The Special Event permit must be applied for at least 45 days prior to the
scheduled event. The City will respond with the necessary requirements that must be
met to hold the event. The event will not be held without the permit in hand to show
authorities.
100.4 Federal Aviation HMIations*i�
All activities at the Kalispell City Airport will be conducted in accordance
With applicable Federal Aviation Regulations to include the Amman` s Information
Manual. These Standard operating procedures are not intended to replace Federal
Regulations or common sense.
100.5 Fueline QMrations:
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a. Aircraft owners shall be permitted to fuel, wash, repair, paint and
otherwise maintain their own aircraft, subject to all applicable laws and these Standard
Operating Procedures.
b. Aircraft owners may not perform services "for hire's on aircraft not owned
or registered in their name. See "Independent Contractor Section" of Minimum
Standard Requirements for Providi A` rt Services on the airport.
C. No fuel shall be dispensed on airport property or from adjacent property,
for commercial purposes, (see, Through the fence operations) without paying the same
fuel .flow tax imposed on commercial operators can the airport.
d. In the interest of public safety and environmental coneerns, aircraft
owners desiring to perform self -fueling operations must comply vyrith those standards
spelled out in the appropriate sections of Appendix A (IFC, Chapter 11, Aviation
Facilities).
e. Owners must be in the position to meet those standards specified in
Appendix A (IFC, Chapter 11, Aviation Facilities). The right to service ones s own
aircraft does not override the prerogative of the airport to control services of providing
fueling and other aeronautical services.
100.6 flying Clubs:
a. Flying clubs are nonprofit entities organized for the express purpose of
providing their members with any number of aircraft for their personal use and
enjoyment only. This may include glider Clubs or Ultralight Clubs.
b. Aircraft must be vested in the name of the club or owners on a pro -rasa
share. The club may not derive greater revenue from the use of the aircraft than the cost
to operate, maintain and replace the aircraft. A flying club qualifies as an individual
under the grant assurances and, as such, has the right to fuel and maintain the aircraft
with its members.
C. The airport has the right to require the club to furnish documents such as
insurance policies, and the club shall furnish to the airport manager a current list of
members as reasonably necessary to ensure that the club is a nonprofit organization rather
than a commercial operation masquerading as a flying club.
d. Flying Clubs may conduct flight training in their aircraft providing it is
conducted by a qualified member of the Flying Club. Flying Club members may not use
the Club aircraft for instructional purposes outside the Club. Violation of these rules
may subject the Flying Club to reclassification as a Flight Training Operation and cause
the Club to have to pay commercial fees.
e. All Flying Clubs will maintain at least the basic insurance requirements
specified in Section 1, General Requirements, of the Kalispell City Airport's Minimum
Standard Requirements for Providing Ai rt Services manual.
CHAPTER 2
AIRCRAFT OPERATION
200.1 Aircraft Rules:
a. Operating an aircraft in a careless or negligent manger, or in disregard of
the rights and safety of others, or at a speed or in a manner which is likely to endanger
persons or property, is strictly prohibited.
b. All aircraft with an operational radio should monitor UNICOM frequency
122.8 during taxiing, takeoff, and landing.
C. Aircraft shall not be started or taxied inside any structure, at any time, for
any reason. All maintenance run -ups will be done outside.
d. Aircraft shall be parked only in those areas designated for such purpose by
the Airport and shall not be positioned in such a manner so as to block taxi lanes, obstruct
access to hangars, parked aircraft or vehicles.
C. Aircraft operators will ensure that aircraft are properly tied down or
chocked when parked.
f. Leaving an aircraft unattended with the engine running is prohibited.
g. Fixed wing aircraft taking off or landing at the Airport shall do so only
from a designated runway and must comply fully with local flight regulations. Kalispell
City Airport does not currently provide a grass strip or a snow ski operation area.
h. Operators shall familiarize themselves with published noise abatement
procedures.
i. Derelict, damaged or abandoned aircraft shall not be permitted within the
tie -down or ramp areas. The Airport will notify the registered owner first, but if no
response is received after 14 days, the City may remove these aircraft at the expense and
risk of the owner.
j . Air shows and acrobatic operations of aircraft are not permitted within one
mile of the Airport unless prior approval has been granted by the Airport Manager and
the appropriate Federal Aviation Administration office.
k. Aircraft arriving at the Kalispell City Airport without operable radios shall
comply with current procedures outlined in the Airman's Information Manual and
appropriate FAA regulations.
1. Skydivers will he given a designated jump zone on the airfield and will be
expected to use that area for their landings. The jump zone may be moved from time to
time based on airfield construction activities. Skydivers should coordinate there
activities with the Airport Manager so that proper NOTAMS can be filed.
200.2 Helicopter Rules:
a. No helicopter shall be operated within fifty (50) feet of any building and
shall operate only from areas approved by the .Airport Manager.
b. Helicopters shall avoid fixed wing traffic at all times, and will not hover
within (50) feet of any parked aircraft.
C. A hover practice area will be designated by the Airport Manager.
d. Helicopters may taxi, clear of fixed wing traffic, in the grassy areas of the
Airport.
e. After landing, helicopters will go to `'flat pitch" as soon as possible to
avoid rotor wash.
f. Helicopters will not perform auto -rotations within the boundaries of the
Airport without an instructor on board and permission from the Airport Manager.
2003 Aircraft Accidents:
a. If an accident occurs on the Airport, or an aircraft is disabled on the
runway, the Airport will be considered closed immediately.
b. Anyone witnessing an aircraft accident on or near the Airport should call
911 immediately, then call the Airport Manager who will issue an NOTAM and close the
airport if necessary.
C. The operator or owner of an aircraft involved in an accident on the Airport
resulting in any injury to person or damage to property shall notify the Airport Manager
immediately and comply with the applicable provisions of National Transportation Safety
Board regulations Part 830.
d. An aircraft involved in an accident on the Airport may not be removed
from the scene of the accident until authorized by the Airport Manager who shall receive
removal authorization from the Flight Standards District Office in fIelena, Montana or
the National Transportation Safety Board, when applicable.
e. Once authorization for removal of a disabled aircraft has been issued, the
owner or operator shall make immediate arrangements to have the aircraft moved. If
removal is not initiated within a reasonable amount of time, the Airport Manager may
have the aircraft removed at the owner" s risk and expense.
200.4 Aircraft Maintenance:
a. Aircraft maintenance on the Airport is permitted only in areas designated
for that purpose, ie, in leased hangars or at leased tie down spots.
b. Aircraft painting shall be performed only in hangars approved for that
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activity.
c . Cleaning and washing of aircraft shall be performed only in areas
designated for that purpose. The airport will established a Storm 'water Management
Plan to accommodate runoff from this activity.
d. Aircraft being towed will be towed in a manner as to not endanger
personnel or property.
200.5 Noise Abatement Procedures:
a. The Kalispell City Airport is located within the city limits of Kalispell,
with numerous commercial and residential structures in close proximity to the airport and
within the boundaries of the overhead traffic patterns. To enhance community relations,
noise abatement continues to be a priority concern of the City of Kalispell. All pilots are
encouraged to take into consideration these suggested local noise abatement procedures.
b. The Kalispell City AiTport is an uncontrolled i!Mrt. In accordance with
Federal Aviation Regulations, all flight operations are at the pilot's discretion. However,
the overriding priorities should always be: weather; flight safety; local traffic, pilot
capabilities; and aircraft operating limitations. Considering these,priorities, pilots are
encouraged to observe the following local noise abatement procedures and instructors are
requested to emphasize these procedures to their student pilots.
1. The preferred "No Wind" take -off runway is RWY 13.
2. The preferred "No Wind" full stop landing runway is RWY 31.
3. When departing RWY 13, and leaving the traffic pattern, aircraft
should climb straight out, avoiding the KGEZ radio towers, and proceed enroute.
4. When departing RWY 31, and leaving the traffic pattern, if
racticable, aircraft should make a 60 degree turn left or right and climb to cruise
altitude.
5. After take -off, reduce power to recommended climb settings as soon
as practical. Slight power reductions will significantly reduce noise levels.
6. When practicing touch and go landings at night, pilots are encouraged
to use the facilities at FCA where noise levels are not so obtrusive.
7. In constant -speed -propeller aircraft, if safety and the o erators
ranual,,permits, avoid using high rpm settings in the tragic pattern.
CHAPTER 3
GROUND OPERATIONS
300.1 Motor vehicle Traffic: [excludint aircraft
a. All motor vehicle operators on the Airport will be licensed drivers and will
comply fully with the procedures outlined in this manual.
b. Unless otherwise authorized by the Airport Manager, all motor vehicles
operating on the AOA must display an operating orange or yellow rotating beacon on the
top of the vehicle or must have an orange and white checkered flag mounted in the
upright position and attached to the rear of the vehicle that contains at least 864 square
inches of material.
C. Motorhomes, motorcycles, mini -bilges, go-carts, roller blading, skate
boarding, jogging and recreational use of bicycles are not permitted on the AOA.
d. All motor vehicle operators are required to obey posted regulatory signs
and all instructions or directives of the Airport Manager.
e. Except for authorized emergency vehicles, the posted maximum allowable
speed on the AOA is 20 miles per hour.
f. Motor vehicle operators will utilize designated vehicle service roads
where available.
g, No motor vehicle shall operate in close proxu* nity to an aircraft so as to
present a hazard or to interfere with the safe operation of the aircraft.
h. Aircraft shall have the r* ght of way at all times and in all locations on the
airport.
i. Motor vehicles shall give way to taxing aircraft, pedestrians, emergency
equipment, and snow plows at all times.
j . Motor vehicles may not proceed closer than 100 feet to a taxing aircraft
and may not pass a taxing aircraft.
k. Motor vehicles may park in a tie -down area only if the space is leased by
the vehicle owner.
1. Abandoning motor vehicles or displaying vehicles for sale on the airport is
prohibited.
M. Parking is permuted in designated areas only, and motor vehicles in
violation of any motor vehicle regulation may be towed by the Airport at the owner's risk
and expense.
n. Taxicabs, limousines, rental cars, shuttle buses should arrange to pick up
passengers at designated parking area. These vehicles should not black the movement of
traffic on the AOA.
o. touring any special events, motor vehicles must be parked in an area
designated by the Airport Manager. Motor vehicles are not allowed to leave that area
except to exit the airport.
P. The only personnel authorized access through the Airport Road north gate
will be those tenants having official business in that area. Gate will remain locked at
night.
q. Access to the Northwest Ramp area will be via an electronic gate at the
beginning of Ryan Lane. Access will be by security cards only. The only personnel
authofzed access are:
l . Those individuals who own buildings in the northwest quarter.
2. Those individuals who rent hangar space for aircraft parking.
3. These individuals who rent tie -down spots in that area.
4. visitors or vendors should make arrangements with a tenant who
can arrange for ingress and egress.
r. Failure to pay tie -down fees, which are due without demand each month,
will cause the individuals gate pass, or passes, to be revoked.
S. If an individuals gate pass is revoked, lost, stolen or damaged, the holder
will pay a fee for a new card. Cards and the gate will be computer operated and
controlled by the Airport Manager.
t. Staring motor vehicles, boats, trailers, construction equipment (unless in
the process of construction.), on the airport is prohibited. These vehicles may be ticketed
by the Kalispell Police Department.
300.2 Construction on ;airport:
a. Any construction or alteration taking place on the airport property shall be
Performed in compliance with an approved building permit issued by the City of
Kalispell and approved by the Airport Manager.
b. Construction vehicles must comply with a strict set of guidelines issued
with the Building Permit or Contract.
C. Before any construction is permitted on the Airport, the contractor must
file an FAA Form 7460-1 with the appropriate FAA office. The airport manager will
provide Airport Layout Plan for applicants use.
CHAPTER 4
PERSONAL CONDUCT
400.1 Personal Conduct:
a. Destroying, defacing, disturbing, removing or tampering with any Airport
property is prohibited and any person found doing so will be held liable.
b. Picketing and demonstrations anywhere on the Airport are prohibited
without prier authorization from the City of Kalispell.
C. Overnight camping is permitted only 'n areas designated by the Airport
Manager.
d. Use of the public areas of any building or areas of the airport for sleeping
or ether purposes in lieu of a hotel, motel, or other public accommodations is prohibited
without permission from the Airport Manager.
e. No person shall commit any disorderly, indecent, lewd, or unlawful act or
commit any nuisance on the Airport property.
f. No person shall litter any area of the Airport. FOIE will be properly
disposed of in the appropriate containers.
g. Interference with the safe operation of any aircraft landing at, taking off
from, or operating on the Airport is prohibited.
400.2 Prohibited Activities:
a. Hunting and horseback riding are prohibited on the Airport property.
b. Domestic pets, except for guide dogs for the blind, are not permitted on
the Airport unless destined for air transport or are restrained by leash or container.
C. No signs are permitted on the airport unless approved by the Airport
Manager.
d. Discharge of any weapon on the Airport property, except in the
performance of official duties, is prohibited.
e. The Airport Manager is the only individual authorized to use pyrotechnics
to control bird migration. Fireworks are prohibited on the au�port property.
f. Tampering or interfering with the closing mechanism or breaching any
secure area of the Airport is prohibited.
U- No person shall make, possess, use, offer for sale, pass or deliver any
forged or falsely altered security passes, permits, identification badges, cards or other
authorization purporting to be issued by or on behalf of the Airport.
h. Smoking is prohibited within So feet of any aircraft, structure housing
aircraft or any fueling operations.
CHAPTER 5
EMERGENCY PROCEDURES
500.1 Emergency Procedures.
a. Persons having knowledge of an aircraft carrying or suspected of carrying
illegal explosive materials or contraband will advise the Airport Manager or law
enforcement immediately.
b. The south end of runway 13 will be the designated area for bomb threats,
disarming aircraft, or decontamination of aircraft.
C. The Airport Manager may close the airport whenever the safety of
personnel and property are at risk.
CHAPTER 6
ENVIRONMENTAL
600.1 Environmental Practices.
a. All persons, companies and agencies engaged in any activity at the Airport
are subject to all City, County, Mate and Federal Environmental Laws and regulations.
b. The use and storage of all nammables, hazardous liquids and materials
shall be in compliance with Chapter I I - Aviation Facilities, International Fire Code,
2006 Edition, as adopted by the City of Kalispell. (see Appendix A)
C. No fuels, oils, dopes, paints, solvents, acids or any other hazardous liquids
shall be disposed of or dumped in drains, can ramp areas, catch basins or ditches or
anywhere else on the Airport.
d. The placement of any storage containers, lockers, structures or bins on the
AOA must comply with the Uniform Fire Code and be approved by the Airport Manager
as to type, placement, size and color.
e. Any person who experiences overflowing or spilling of oil, grease, fuel or
similar material anywhere on the Airport is responsible for the immediate clean-up of the
spill and notification to the Airport Manager. Failure to clean the area may result in the
Airport providing the cleanup at the expense of the responsible party.
f. Pesticides and pesticide containers shall be kept in a separate building or
enclosure. Outside storage areas will be fenced to protect children and animals and to
discourage pilferage.
g. Any person wishing to conduct aerial application of agricultural pesticides
using the Kalispell City Airport as a base of operations must present the Airport Manager
with a Safety, Security and Spill Prevention. Plan before they will be allowed to conduct
operations. The Plan will be reviewed by the City Fire Marshal and County Office of
Environmental Quality before approval will be given.
h. The Airport Manager will designate a chemical gash down and containment area
if it is needed.
APPENDIX A
CHAPTER11
AVIATION FACILITIES
SECTION 1101
GENERAL
1101.1 Scope. Airports, heliports, helistops and aim -raft han-
gars shall be in accordance with this chapter.
1101.2 Regulations not covered. Regulations not specifically
contained herein pertaining to airports, aircraft maintenance,
aircraft hangars and appurtenant operations shall be in accor-
dance with nationally recognized standards.
1101.3 Permits. For permits to operate aircraft -refueling vehi-
cles, application of f7anunable or combustible finishes, and hot
work, see Section 105.6.
SECTION 1102
DEFINMONS
1102.1 Definitions. The following words and terms shall, for
the purposes of this chapter and as used elsewhere in this code,
have the meanings shown herein.
AIRCRAFT OPERATION AREA (AOA). Any area used or
intended for use for the parking, taxiing, takeoff, landing or
other ground -based aircraft activity.
AIRPORT. An area of land or structural surface that is used., or
intended for use, for the landing and taking off of aircraft with
an overall length greater than 39 feet (11 887 mm) and an over-
all exterior fuselage width greater than 6.6 feet (2012 mm), and
any appurtenant areas that are used or intended for use for air-
port buildings and other airport facilities.
HELIPORT. An area of land or water or a structural surface
that is used, or intended for use, for the landing and taking off
of helicopters, and any appurtenant areas which are used, or
intended for use, for heliport buildings and other heliport facili-
ties.
HELISTOP. The same as "Heliport," except that no fueling,
defueling, maintenance, repairs or storage of helicopters is per-
mitted.
SECTION 1103
GENERAL PRECAUTIONS
1103.1 Sources of ignition. open flames, flame -producing
devices and other sources of ignition shall not be pernutted in a
hangar, except in approved locations or in any location within
50 feet (15 240 mm) of an aircraft --fueling operation.
1103.2 Smoking. Smoking shall be prohibited in aircraft -refu-
el i n g vehicles, aircraft hangars and aircraft operation areas
used for cleaning, paint removal, painting operations or fuel-
ing. "No Smoking„ signs shall be provided in accordance with
Section 310.
exception: Designated and approved smoking areas.
1103.3 Housekeeping, The aircraft operation area (AOA ) and
related areas shall be Dept free from combustible debris at all
times.
1103.4 Fire department access. Fire apparatus access roads
shall be provided and maintained in accordance with Chapter
5. Fire apparatus access roads and aircraft parking positions
shall be designed in a manner so as to preclude the possibility
of fire vehicles traveling under any portion of a parked aircraft.
1103.5 Dispensing of flamnmble and combustible liquids.
The dispensing, transferring and storage of flammable and
combustible liquids shall be in accordance with this chapter
and Chapter 34. Aircraft motor vehicle fuel -dispensing stations
shall be in accordance with Chapter 22.
1103.6 Combustible storage. Combustible materials stored in
aircraft hangars shall be stored in approved locations and con-
tainers.
1103.7 Hazardous material storage. Hazardous materials
shall be stored in accordance with Chapter 27.
SECTION 1104
AIRCRAFT MAINTENANCE
1104.1 Transferring flammaable and combustible liquids.
Flammable and combustible liquids shall not be dispensed into
or removed from a container, tank, vehicle or aircraft except in
approved locations.
1104,.2 Application of flammable and combustible liquid
finishes. The application of flammable or Class I1 combustible
liquid finishes is prohibited unless both of the following condi-
tions are met:
I . The application of the liquid finish is accomplished in an
approved location.
2. The application methods and procedures are in accor-
dance with Chapter 15.
1104.3 Cleaning parts. Class IA flammable liquids shall not
Is Am . t ti :1 to clean = �:ra�'t, a -'.-.raft parts or aircraft engines,
L eaning with other flammable and combustible liquids shall
be in accordance with Section 3405.3.6.
1104.4 Spill. This section shall apply to spills of flammable
and combustible liquids and other hazardous materials. Fuel
spill control shall also comply with Section 1106.11.
1104.4.1 Cessation of work. Activities in the affected area
not related to the mitigation of the spill shall cease until the
spilled material has been removed or the hazard has been
mitigated.
1104.4.2 vehicle movement* Aircraft or other vehicles
shall not be moved through the spill area until the spilled
material has been removed or the hazard has been mi t i gated .
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1104.4.3 Mitigation. Spills shall be reported, documented
and mitigated in accordance with the provisions of this
chapter and Section 2703.3.
1104.5 Running engines. Aircraft engines shall not be run in
aircraft hangars except in approved engine test areas.
1104.6 open flame. Repairing of aircraft requiring the use of
open flames, spark -producing devices or the heating of parts
above 500T (260'C) shall only be done outdoors or in an area
complying with the provisions of the International Building
Code for a Group F-1 occupancy.
SECTION 1105
PORTABLE FIRE EXTINGUISHERS
1105.1 General. Portable fire extinguishers suitable for flam-
niable or combustible liquid and electrical -type fires shall be
provided as specified in Sections 1105.2 through 1105.6 and
Section 906. Extinguishers required by this section shall be
inspected and maintained in accordance with Section 906.
1105.2 On towing vehicles. Vehicles used for towing aircraft
shall be equipped with a minimum of one listed portable fire
extinguisher complying with Section 906 and having a mini-
mum rating of 20-B:C.
1105.3 On welding apparatus. Welding apparatus shall be
equipped with a minimum of one listed portable fire extin-
guisher complying with Section 906 and having a minimum
rating of 2-A:20-B:C.
1105.4 On aircraft fuel -servicing tank vehicles. Aircraft
fuel -servicing tank vehicles shall be equipped with a minimum
of two listed portable fire extinguishers complying with Sec-
tion 906, each having a minimum rating of 20-B:C. A portable
fire extinguisher shall be readily accessible from either side of
the vehicle.
1105.5 On hydrant fuel -servicing vehicles. Hydrant fuel -ser-
vicing vehicles shall be equipped with a minimum of one listed
portable fire extinguisher complying with Section 906, and
having a minimum rating of 20-B :C .
1105.6 At fuel -dispensing stations. Portable fire
extinguishers at fuel -dispensing stations shall be located such
that pumps or dispensers are not more than 75 feet (22 860 mm)
from one such extinguisher. Fire extinguishers shall be pro-
vided as follows:
I. 'Where the open -hose discharge capacity of the fueling
system is not more than 200 gallons per minute (13 Us),
a minimum of two listed portable fire extinguishers com-
plying with Section 906 and having a minimum rating of
20-B : C shall be provided.
2. Where the open -hose discharge capacity of the fueling
system is more than 200 gallons per minute (13 Lls) but
not more than 350 gallons per minute (22 Us), a mini-
mum of one listed wheeled extinguisher complying with
Section 906 and having a minimum extinguishing rating
of 80-B:C, and a minimum agent capacity of 125 pounds
(57 kg), shall be provided.
3. Where the open -hose discharge capacity of the fueling
system is more than 350 gallons per minute (22 Us), a
minimum of two listed wheeled extinguishers comply-
ing with Section 906 and having a minimum rating of
80-B:C each, and a minimum capacity agent of 125
pounds (57 kg) of each, shall be provided.
1105.7 Fire extinguisher access. Portable fire extinguishers
required by this chapter shall be accessible at all times. Where
necessary, provisions shall be made to clear accumulations of
snow, ice and other forms of weather -induced obstructions.
1105.7.1 Cabinets. Cabinets and enclosed compartments
used to house portable fire extinguishers shall be clearly
marked with the words FIDE EXTINGUISHER in letters at
least 2 inches (51 mm) high. Cabinets and compartments
shall he readily accessible at all times.
1105.8 Reporting use. Use of a fire extinguisher under any cir-
cumstances shall be reported to the manager of the airport and
the fire code official immediately after use.
SECTION 1106
AIRCRAFT FUELING
1106.1 Aircraft motor vehicle fuel -dispensing stations. Air-
craft motor vehicle fuel --dispensing stations shall be in accor-
dance with Chapter 22.
1106.2 Airport fuel systems. Airport fuel systems shall be
designed and constructed in accordance with NFPA 407.
1106.3 Construction of aircraft -fueling vehicles and acces-
sories. Aircraft -fueling vehicles shall comply with this section
and shall be designed and constructed in accordance with
NFPA 407.
1106.3.1 Transfer apparatus. Aircraft -fueling vehicles
shall be equipped and maintained with an approved transfer
apparatus.
1106.3.1.1 Internal combustion type. Where such
transfer apparatus is operated by an individual un It of the
internal -combustion -motor type, such power unit shall
be located as remotely as practicable from pumps, pip-
ing, meters, air eliminators, water separators, hose reels,
and similar equipment, and shall be housed in a separate
compartment from any of the aforementioned items. The
fuel tank in connection therewith shall be suitably
designed and installed., and the maximum fuel, - apacity
shall not exceed 5 gallons (19 L) where the tank is
installed on the engine. The exhaust pipe, muffler anct tail
pipe shall be shielded.
1106.3.1.2 Gear operated. 'Where operated by gears or
chains, the gears, chains, shafts, bearings, housing and
all parts thereof shall be of an approved design and shall
be installed and maintained in an approved manner.
1106.3.1.3 Vibration isolation. Flexible connections
for the purpose of eliminating vibration are allowed if the
material used therein is designed, installed and main-
tained in an approved manner, provided such connec-
tions do not exceed 24 inches (610 mm) in length.
t 106.3.2 Pumps. Pumps of a positive -displacement type
shall be provided with a bypass relief valve set at a pressure
of not more than 35 percent in excess of the normal working
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pressure of such unit. Such units shall be equipped and
maintained with a pressure gauge on the discharge side of
the pump.
1106.3.3 Dispensing hoses and nozzles. Hoses shall be
designed for the transferring of hydrocarbon liquids and
shall not be any longer than necessary to provide efficient
fuel transfer operations. Hoses shall be equipped with an
approved shutoff nozzle. Fuel -transfer nozzles shall be
self -closing and designed to be actuated by hand pressure
only. Notches and other devices shall not be used for hold-
ing a nozzle valve handle in the open position. Nozzles shall
be equipped with a bonding cable complete with proper
attachment for aircraft to be serviced.
1106.3.4 Protection of electrical equipment. Electric wir-
ing, switches, lights and other sources of ignition, when
located in a compartment housing piping, pumps, air
eliminators, water separators, hose reels or similar equip-
ment, shall be enclosed in a vapor -tight housing. Electrical
motors located in such a compartment shall be of a type
approved for use as specified in ICC Electrical Code.
1106.3.5 venting of equipment compartments. Compart-
ments housing piping, pumps, air eliminators, water separa-
tors, hose reels and similar equipment shall be adequately
ventilated at floor level or within the floor itself.
1106.3.6 Accessory equipment. Ladders, hose reels and
similar accessory equipment shall be of an approved type
and constructed substantially as follows:
1. Ladders constructed of noncombustible material are
allowed to be used with or attached to aircraft -fueling
vehicles, provided the manner of attachment or use of
such ladders is approved and does not constitute an
additional fire or accident hazard in the operation of
such fueling vehicles.
2. Hose reels used in connection with fueling vehicles
shall be constructed of noncombustible materials and
shall be provided with a packing gland or other device
which will preclude fuel leakage between reels and
fuel manifolds.
1106.3.7 Electrical bonding provisions. Transfer appara-
tus shall be metallically interconnected with tanks, chassis,
axles and springs of aircraft -fueling vehicles.
1106.3.7.1 Bonding cables. Airc fart -fueling vehicles
;ihall be provided and maintained with a substantial
heavy-duty electrical cable of sufficient length to be
bonded to the aircraft to be serviced. Such cable shall be
metallically connected to the transfer apparatus or chas-
sis of the aircraft -fueling vehicle on one end and shall be
provided with a suitable metal clamp on the other end, to
be fixed to the aircraft.
1106.3.7.2 Bonding cable protection. The bonding
cable shall be bare or have a transparent protective sleeve
and be stored on a reel or in a compartment provided for
no other purpose. It shall be carried in such a manner that
it will not be subjected to sharp kinks or accidental break-
age under conditions of uenerai use.
1106.3.8 Smoking. Smoking in aircraft -fueling vehicles is
prohibited. Signs to this effect shall be conspicuously
posted in the driver's compartment of all fueling vehicles.
1106.3.9 Smoking equipment. Smoking equipment such
as cigarette lighters and ash trays shall not be provided in
aircraft -fueling vehicles.
1106.4 operation, maintenance and use of aircraft -fueling
vehicles. The operation, maintenance and use of aircraft -fuel-
ing vehicles shall be in accordance with Sections 1106.4.1
through 1106.4.4 and other applicable provisions of this chap-
ter.
1106.4.1 Proper maintenance. Aircraft -fueling vehicles
and all related equipment shall be properly maintained and
kept in good repair. Accumulations of oil, grease, fuel and
other flammable or combustible materials is prohibited.
Maintenance and servicing of such equipment shall be
accomplished in approved areas.
1106.4.2 Vehicle integrity. Tanks, pipes, hoses, valves and
other fuel delivery equipment shall be maintained leak free
at all times.
1106.4.3 Removal from service. Aircraft -fueling vehicles
and related equipment which are in violation of Section
1106.4.1 or 11.06.4.2 shall be immediately defueled and
removed from service and shall not be returned to service
until proper repairs have been made.
1106.4.4 operators. Aircraft -fueling vehicles that are
operated by a person, firm or corporation other than the
pernuttee or the permittee's authorized employee shall be
provided with a legible sign visible from outside the vehicle
showing the name of the person, firm or corporation operat-
ing such unit.
1106.5 Fueling and defueling. Aircraft -fueling and defueling
operations shall be in accordance with Sections 1106.5.1
through 1106.5.5.
1 106.5.1 Positioning of aircraft fuel -servicing vehicles.
Aircraft -fueling vehicles shall not be located, parked or per-
mitted to stand in a position where such unit would obstruct
egress from an aircraft should a fire occur during fuel -trans-
fer operations. Tank vehicles shall not be located, parked or
permitted to stand under any portion of an aircraft.
t 46.5.1.1 Fue!i Ong vehicle egress_ A c lear pa`h shall be
maintam.-J lot airct aft -fueling vehicles to provide for
prompt and timely egress from the fueling area.
1106.5.1.2 Aircraft vent openings. A clear space of at
least 10 feet (3049 nun) shall be maintained between air-
craft fuel -system vent openings and any part or portion
of an aircraft -fueling vehicle.
1106.5.1.3 Parking. Prier to leaving the cab, the air-
craft -fueling vehicle operator shall ensure that the park-
ing brake has been set. At least two chock blocks not less
than 5 inches by 5 inches by 12 inches (127 mm by 127
mm by 305 mm) in size and dished to fit the contour of
the tires shall be utilized and positioned in such a manner
as to preclude movement of the vehicle in any direction.
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1.106.5.2 Electrical handing. Aircraft -fueling vehicles
shall be electrically bonded to the aircraft being fueled or
defueled. Bonding connections shall be made prior to mak-
ing fueling connections and shall not be disconnected until
the fuel -transfer operations are completed and the fueling
connections have been removed.
Where a hydrant service vehicle or cart is used for fuel-
ing, the hydrant coupler shall be connected to the hydrant
system prior to bonding the fueling equipment to the air-
craft.
1106.5.2.1 Conductive hose. In addition to the bonding
cable required by Section 1106.5.2, conductive hose
shall be used for all fueling operations.
1106.5.2.2 Bonding conductors on transfer nozzles.
Transfer nozzles shall be equipped with approved bond-
in� conductors which shall be clipped or otherwise posi-
ti v e ly engaged with the bonding attachment provided on
the aircraft adjacent to the fuel tank cap prior to removal
of the cap.
Exception: In the case of overwing fueling where no
appropriate bonding attachment adjacent to the fuel
fill port has been provided on the aircraft, the fueling
operator shall touch the fuel tank cap with the nozzle
spout prior to removal of the cap. The nozzle shall be
kept in contact with the fill port until fueling is com-
pleted.
1.106.5.2.3 Funnels. where required, metal funnels are
allowed to be used during fueling operations. Direct con-
tact between the fueling receptacle, the funnel and the
fueling nozzle shall be maintained during the fueling
operation.
1106.5.3 Training. Aircraft -fueling vehicles shall be
attended and operated only by persons instructed in meth-
ods of proper use and operation and who are qualified to use
such fueling vehicles in accordance with minimum safety
requirements.
1106.5.3.1 Fueling hazards. Fuel -servicing personnel
shall know and understand the hazards associated with
each type of fuel dispensed by the airport fueling -system
operator.
1106.5.3.2 Fire safety training. Employees of fuel
agents who fuel aircraft, accept fuel shipments or other-
wise handle fuel =hall ,-eceixie approved Fire safety train-
ing.
1106.5.3.2.1 Fire extinguisher training. Fuel -ser-
vicing personnel shall receive approved training in
the operation of fire -extinguishing equipment.
1106.5.3.2.2 Documentation. The airport fuel-
ing -system operator shall maintain records of all
training administered to its employees. These records
shall be made available to the fire code official on
request.
1106.5.4 Transfer personnel. During fuel -transfer opera-
tions, a qualified person shall be in control of each transfer
nozzle and another qualified person shall be in immediate
control of the fuel -pumping equipment to shut off or
otherwise control the flow of fuel from the time fueling
operations are begun until they are completed.
Exceptions:
1. For underwing refueling, the person stationed at
the point of fuel intake is not required.
2. For overwing refueling, the person stationed at the
fuel pumping equipment shall not be required
where the person at the fuel dispensing device is
within 75 feet (22 800 nun) of the emergency shut-
off device, is not on the wing of the aircraft and has
a clear and unencumbered path to the fuel pumping
equipment; and, the fuel dispensing line does not
exceed 50 feet (15 240 mm) in length.
The fueling operator shall monitor the panel of the fuel-
ing equipment and the aircraft control panel duringy pressure
fueling or shall monitor the fill port during overwing fuel-
ing.
1.106.5.5 Fuel flow control. Fuel flow -control valves shall
b>e operable only by the direct hand pressure of the operator.
Removal of the operator's hand pressure shall cause an
immediate cessation of the flow of fuel.
1106.6 Emergency fuel shutoff. Emergency fuel shutoff con-
trols and procedures shall comply with Sections 1106.6.1
through 1106.6.4.
H06.6.1 Accessibility. Emergency fuel shutoff controls
shall be readily accessible at all times when the fueling sys-
tem is being operated.
1106.6.2 Notification of the Fire department. The fuel-
ing -system operator shall establish a procedure by which
the fire department will be notified in the event of an activa-
tion of an emergency fuel shutoff control.
1106.6.3 Determining cause. Prior to reestablishment of
normal fuel flow, the cause of fuel shutoff conditions shall
be determined and corrected.
1106.6.4 Testing. Emergency fuel shutoff devices shall be
operationally tested at intervals not exceeding three months.
The fueling -system operator shall maintain suitable records
of these tests.
1106.7 Protection of hoses. Before an aircraft -fueling vehicle
is moved, fuel transfer hoses shall be properly placed on the
approved reel or in the ompartrnert pIt%,- ded, or stored on the
top decking of the fueling -vehicle if proper height rail is pro-
vided for security and protection of such equipment.
Fuel -transfer hose shall not be looped or draped over any part
of the fueling vehicle, except as herein provided. Fuel -transfer
hose shall not be dragged when such fueling vehicle is moved
frorn one fueling position to another.
11.06.E Loading and unloading. Aircraft -fueling vehicles
shall be loaded only at an approved loading rack. Such loading
racks shall be in accordance with Section 3406.5.1.12.
Exceptions:
1. Aircraft -refueling units may be loaded from the fuel
tanks of an aircraft during defueling operations.
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2. Fuel transfer between tank vehicles is allowed to be
performed in accordance with Section 3406.6 when
the operation is at least 200 feet (60 960 non) from an
aircraft.
The fuel cargo of such units shall be unloaded only by
approved transfer apparatus into the fuel tanks of aircraft,
underground storage tanks or approved gravity storage tanks.
1106.9 Passengers. Passenger traffic is allowed during the
time fuel transfer operations are in progress, provided the fol-
lowing provisions are strictly enforced by the owner of the air-
craft or the owner's authorized employee:
1. Smoking and producing an open flame in the cabin of the
aircraft or the outside thereof within 50 feet (15 240 mm)
of such aircraft shall be prohibited.
A qualified employee of the aircraft owner shall be
responsible for seeing that the passengers are not
allowed to smoke when remaining aboard the aircraft or
while going across the ramp from the gate to such air-
craft, or vice versa.
2. Passengers shall not be permitted to linger about the
plane, but shall proceed directly between the loading
gate and the aircraft.
3. Passenger loading stands or walkways shall be left in
loading position until all fuel transfer operations are
completed.
4. Fuel transfer operations shall not be performed on the
main exit side of any aircraft containing passengers
except when the owner of such aircraft or a capable and
qualified employee of such owner remains inside the air-
craft to direct and assist the escape of such passengers
through regular and emergency exits in the event fire
should occur during fuel transfer operations.
1106.10 Sources of ignition. Smoking and producing open
flames within 50 feet (15 240 min) of a point where fuel is
being transferred shall be prohibited. Electrical and
motor -driven devices shall not be connected to or disconnected
from an aircraft at any time fueling operations are in progress
on such aircraft.
1106.11 Fuel spill prevention and procedures. Fuel spill pre-
vention and the procedures for handling spills shall comply
with Sections 1106.11.1 through 1106.11.7.
1106.11.1 Fuel-s:rvice equipment maintenance. Aircraft
fuel -servicing equipment shall be maintained and kept free
from leaks. Fuel -servicing equipment that malfunctions or
leaks shall not be continued in service.
1106.11.2 Transporting fuel nozzles. Fuel nozzles shall be
carried utilizing appropriate handles. Dragging fuel nozzles
along the ground shall be prohibited.
1106.11.3 Drum fueling. Fueling from drums or other con-
tainers having a capacity greater than 5 gallons (19 L) shall
he accomplished with the use of an approved pump.
1106.11.4 Fuel spill procedures. The fueling -system oper-
ator shall establish procedures to follow in the event of a fuel
spill. These procedures shall be comprehensive and shall
provide for at least all of the following:
1. Upon observation of a fuel spill, the aircraft -fueling
operator shall immediately stop the delivery of fuel
by releasing hand pressure from the fuel flow -control
valve.
2. Failure of the fuel control valve to stop the continued
spillage of fuel shall be cause for the activation of the
appropriate emergency fuel shutoff device.
3. A supervisor for the fueling -system operator shall
respond to the fuel spill area immediately.
1106.11.5 Notification of the fire department. The fire
department shall be notified of any fuel spill which is con-
sidered a hazard to people or property or which meets one or
more of the following criteria:
1. Any dimension of the spill is greater than 10 feet
(3048 mm).
2. The spill area is greater than 50 square feet (4.65 m2).
3. The fuel flow is continuous in nature.
1106.11.6 Investigation required. An investigation shall
be conducted by the fueling -system operator of all spills
requiring notification of the fire department. The investiga-
tion shall provide conclusive proof of the cause and verifica-
tion of the appropriate use of emergency procedures. where
it is determined that corrective measures are necessary to
prevent future incidents of the same nature, they shall be
implemented inunediately.
1106.11.7 Multiple fuel delivery vehicles. Simultaneous
delivery of fuel from more than one aircraft -fueling vehicle
to a single aircraft -fueling manifold is prohibited unless
proper backflow prevention devices are installed to prevent
fuel flow into the tank vehicles.
1106.12 Aircraft engines and heaters. operation of aircraft
onboard engines and combustion heaters shall be terminated
prior to commencing fuel service operations and shall remain
off until the fuel -servicing operation is completed.
Exception: In an emergency, a single jet engine is allowed
to be operated during fuel servicing where all of the follow-
ing conditions are met:
L The emergency shall Nave resulted from an onboard
taiture of the aircraft' s auxihar-tf unit.
2. Restoration of auxiliary power to the aircraft by
ground support services is not available.
3_ The engine to be operated is either at the rear of the
aircraft or on the opposite side of the aircraft from the
fuel service operation.
4. The emergency operation is in accordance with a
written procedure approved by the fire code official.
1106.13 vehicle and equipment restrictions. During aircraft -
fueling operations, only the equipment actively involved in the
fueling operation is allowed within 50 feet (15 '140 mm) of the
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aircraft being fueled. other equipment shall be prohibited in
this area until the fueling operation is complete.
Exception: Aircraft -fueling operations utilizing sin-
gle -point refueling with a sealed, mechanically locked fuel
line connection and the fuel is not a Class 1 flammable liq-
uid.
A clear space of at least 10 feet (3048 mm) shall be main-
tained between aircraft fuel -system vent openings and any part
or portion of aircraft -servicing vehicles or equipment.
1106.13.1 overwing fueling. Vehicles or equipment shall
not be allowed beneath the trailing edge of the wing when
aircraft fueling takes place over the wing and the aircraft
fuel -system vents are located on the upper surface of the
wing.
1106.14 Electrical equipment. Electrical equipment, includ-
ing but not limited to, battery chargers, ground or auxiliary
power units, fans, compressors or tools, shall not be operated,
nor shall they be connected or disconnected from their power
source, during fuel service operations.
1106.14.1 other equipment. Electrical or other spark -pro-
ducing equipment shall not be used within 10 feet (3048
mm) of fueling equipment, aircraft fill or vent points, or spill
areas unless that equipment is intrinsically safe and
approved for use in an explosive atmosphere.
1106.15 open flames. open flanges and open -flame devices
are prohibited within 50 feet (15 240 mm) of any aircraft
fuel -servicing operation or fueling equipment.
1106.15.1 other areas. The fire code official is authorized
to establish other locations where open flames and
open -flame devices are prohibited.
1106.15.2 Matches and lighters. Personnel assigned to
and engaged in fuel -servicing operations shall not carry
matches or lighters on or about their person. Matches or
lighters shall be prohibited in, on or about aircraft -fueling
equipment.
1106.16 Lightning procedures. The fire code official is autho-
rized to require the airport authority and the fueling -system
operator to establish written procedures to follow when light-
ning flashes are detected on or near the airport. These proce-
dures shall establish criteria for the suspension and resumption
.-)f a; fueling operations.
1106.17 Fuel -transfer locations. Aircraft fuel -transfer opera-
tions shall be prohibited indoors.
Exception: In aircraft hangars built in accordance with the
provisions of the International Building Cage for Group
F-1 occupancies, aircraft fuel -transfer operations are
allowed where:
1. Necessary to accomplish aircraft fuel -system mainte-
nance operations. Such operations shall be performed
in accordance with nationally recognized standards;
or
2. The fuel being used has a flash point greater than
IOOOF (37.80Q.
1106.17.1 Position of aircraft. Aircraft being fueled shall
be positioned such that any fuel system vents and other fuel
tank openings are a minimum of:
1. Twenty-five feet (7620 mm) from buildings or struc-
tures other than jet bridges; and
2. Fifty feet (15 240 mm) from air intake vents for
boiler, heater or incinerator rooms.
1106.17.2 Fire equipment access. Access for fire service
equipment to aircraft shall be maintained during fuel -ser-
vicing operations.
1106.18 Refueling operations. The requirements for fueling
operations contained in this section shall also apply to aircraft
defueling operations. Additional procedures shall be estab-
lished by the fueling --system operator to prevent overfilling of
the tank vehicle ased in the defueling operation.
1106.19 Maintenance of aircraft -fueling hose. Aircraft -fuel-
ing hoses shall be maintained in accordance with Sections
1106.19.1 through 1106.19.4.
1106.19.1 Inspections. Hoses used to fuel or defuel aircraft
shall be inspected periodically to ensure their serviceability
and suitability for continued service. The fuel -service oper-
ator shall maintain records of all tests and inspections per-
formed on fueling hoses. Hoses found to be defective or
otherwise damaged shall be immediately removed from ser-
vice.
1106.19.1.1 Daily inspection. Each hose shall be
inspected daily. This inspection shall include a complete
visual scan of the exterior for evidence of damage, blis-
tering or leakage. Each coupling shall be inspected for
evidence of leaks, slippage or misalignment.
1106.13.1.2 Monthly inspection. A more thorough
inspection, including pressure testing, shall be accom-
plished for each hose on a monthly basis. This inspection
shall include examination of the fuel delivery inlet screen
for rubber particles, which indicates problems with the
hose lining.
1106.19.2 Damaged hose. Hose that has been subjected to
severe abuse shall be immediately removed from service.
Such hoses shall be hydrostatically tested prior to being
returned to service.
1106.19.3 Repairing hose. hoses are allowed to be
repaired by removing the damaged portion ano rPcoupling
the undamaged end. when recoupling hoses, only cou-
plings designed and approved for the size and type of hose in
question shall be used. Hoses repaired in this manner shall
be visually inspected and hydrostatically tested prior to
being placed back in service.
1106.19.4 New hose. New hose shall be visually inspected
prior to being placed into service.
1106.20 Aircraft fuel -servicing vehicles parking. Unat-
tended aircraft fuel -servicing vehicles shall be parked in areas
that provide for both the unencumbered dispersal of vehicles in
the event of an emergency and the control of leakage such that
adjacent buildings and storm drains are not contaminated by
leaking fuel.
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1106.20.1 Parking area design. Parking areas for tank
vehicles shall be designed and utilized such that a clearance
of 10 feet (3049 mm) is maintained between each parked
vehicle for fire department access. In addition, a minimum
clearance of 50 feet (15 240 mm) shall be maintained
between tank vehicles and parked aircraft and structures
other than those used for the maintenance and/or garaging
of aircraft fuel -servicing vehicles.
1106.21 Radar equipment. Aircraft fuel -servicing operations
shall be prohibited while the weather --mapping radar of that air-
craft is operating.
Aircraft fuel -servicing or other operations in which flamma-
ble liquids, vapors or mists may be present shall not be con-
ducted within 300 feet (91 440 mm) of an operating aircraft
surveillance radar.
Aircraft fuel -servicing operations shall not be conducted
within 300 feet (91 440 mm) of airport flight traffic surveil-
lance radar equipment.
Aircraft fuel -servicing or other operations in which flamma-
ble liquids, vapors or mists may be present shall not be con-
ducted within 100 feet (30 480 mm) of airport ground traffic
surveillance radar equipment.
1106.21.1 Direction of radar beams. The beam from
ground radar equipment shall not be directed toward fuel
storage or loading racks.
Exceptions:
1. Fuel storage and loading racks in excess of 300
feet (91440 mm) from airport flight traffic surveil-
lance equipment.
2. Fuel storage and loading racks in excess of 1.00
feet (30 480 mm) from airport ground traffic sur-
veillance equipment.
SECTION 1107
HEL.lSTOPS AND HELIPORTS
1107.1 General. Helistops and heliports shall be maintained in
accordance with Sections 1.107. 2 through 1107.8. Helistops
and heliports on buildings shall be constructed in accordance
with the International Building Code.
1107.2 Clearances. The touchdown area shall be surrounded
on all sidles by a clear area having tninimum average width at
roof level of 15 feet (4572 mm) but no width less -tharj 5 feet
(1524 mm). The clear area shall be maintained.
1107.3 Flammable and Class 11 combustible liquid spillage.
Landing areas on structures shall be maintained so as to confine
flammable or Glass 11 combustible liquid spillage to the land-
ing area itself, and provisions shall be made to drain such spill-
age away from exits or stairways serving the helicopter landing
area or from a structure housing such exit or stairway.
1107.4 Exits. Exits and stairways shall be maintained in accor-
dance with Section 412.5 of the International Building Cade.
1107.5 Standpipe systems. Where a building with a rooftop
helistop or heliport is equipped with a standpipe system, the
system shall be extended to the roof level on which the helistop
or heliport is located. All portions of the helistop and heliport
area shall be within 150 feet (45 720 mm) of a 2.5-inch (63.5
mm) outlet on a Class I or III standpipe.
1107.6 Foam protection. Foam fire -protection capabilities
shall be provided for rooftop heliports. Such systems shall be
designed, installed and maintained in accordance with the
applicable provisions of Sections 903, 904 and 905.
1107.7 Fire extinguishers. A minimum of one portable fire
extinguisher having a minimum 80WB:C rating shall be pro-
vided for each permanent takeoff and landing area and for the
aircraft parking areas. Installation, inspection and maintenance
of these extinguishers shall be in accordance with Section 906.
1107.8 Federal approval. Before operating helicopters from
helistops and heliports, approval shall be obtained from the
Federal Aviation Administration.
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