HomeMy WebLinkAboutDANIEL FIELD RULES AND REGULATIONS
DANIEL FIELD AIRPORT
Dedicated - October 27, 1927
RULES AND REGULATIONS
DANIEL FIELD AIRPORT
AUGUSTA, GEORGIA
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GENERAL AVIATION COMMISSION-1775 HIGHLAND AVENUE-AUGUSTA, GEORGIA 30904
DANIEL FIELD AIRPORT MANAGE,R-TELEPHONE: (706) 733-1647
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1.1 DU:FINITIONS
1.2 SCOPE
1.3 Pll:NAL'ITJ{;S
1.4 LOST AHTICLES
1.5 LIAIULITV
1.6 ACCIDENT Rl~PORTS
1.7 GROUND TRANSPORTATION
1.8 BUIIJJING REQlnHI~Ml~NTS & GROUNDRI~NTAL
1.9 RKSTRICnn> ARKAS
2. VEIUCLES
2.1 LICKNSING AND RI~GULATION
2.2 HULES OF OPKRATION
2.3 RADIO KQIHPNn:Nl'
2.4 Kl\1.ERGI<:NCY
2.5 REPAIR OF MOTOR VEHICLI~S
2.6 PARKING
3. AIRCRAIl'T OPEH.ATIONS
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3.1 All:RONAUTICJ\ L ACTIVITIES
3.2 BASKD AIRCRAFl' HEGlSTHATION
3.3 1';\ Y]\.U:NT
3.4 ACCIDENTS OR lNCIDJi:NTS
3.5 NON-A1R\"OR11IY AIRCHAF'r
3.6 REFUSAL OF Al RPORT USI':
3.7 CLOSING Ol~'FTELD
3.8 REPAIRING OF AIRCRAFT
3.9I{;NGJNF: RlJN-UP
3.10 RADIO 1!;QUIPMb:NT
3.11 PARKING OF AIHCHAF'r
3.12 DKMONSTRATION
3.13 LIGIITING FIXTURt~ DAMAGt!:
3.14 AIRCRAFT CLASSIFICATlON
3.15 LANDING AND T A KI~OFF
3.16 FLIGHT INSTRUCTION
3.17 OUTSIDE SI~RV1CES
4. l?JRI~REGlJLATIONS
4.1 SMOKING OR OPEN FIRL~S PHOUIUITI~D
4.2 FLA.M1VIABLE SOLV I~NTS
4.3 STORAGE OF FT,A1\1J\1ABLlJ: MATERIALS
4.4 FIRE EXTINGlJlSH~:RS
4.5 STORAGK OF WASTI( iVIATKRIALS
5. FU]{;LlNG OPERATIONS
5.1 FUKLlNG ANDI>Ii:FI f1~LING OF AIRCRAFT
5.2 PInv ATE FUEL STORAGE FAC(LITll~S
5.3 Sl'ORAGJi~ OF FUJU.I
5.4 WASTJ~ LIQIJJD DISPOSAL
5.5 COlV1PRESSKD GASKS
5.6 EXPLOSIVES & O'flIER DANGKROUS AHTICLJ~S
6. GENERAL REQVIH.'E:1\ll~NTS
6.1 PRESERVATION OF PROPI~RTY
6.2 INTIl.:RFERING OR TAMPKRING WITH AIRCRAFT
6.3 RESTRICTED AREAS
6.4 PASSJ1:NGER ACCESS TO AOA'S
6.5 USE (W ROADS, \VALKS AND CAHTPATHS
6.6 ANIMALS
6.7 SOLICITATION
6.8 USE OF SHOP AIU:AS
6.9 OPEN FLAMll: OPERATIONS
6.10 SMOKING
6.11 TRASH AND o'nlER WASTE CONTAINERS
6.12 FLOOR CAI<Il:
6.13 STOJ~AGE OF li:Ql JlPM1!:NT
6.14 I!:QlJlP~U~NT STORAGE ON APRON ARll~AS
6.15 MAINTn:NANCJ(
6.16 DAMAGES
6.171\1ETERTNG
6.18 PAYMJ{;NT OF CHARGKS
6.19 DEFAULT OF OBLIGATIONS
6.20 USE OF LA WI{;NFORCEMJ~N'l' AGJiJ'iCIKS
6.21 REFLJSA L TO COMPI;Y
7. SCHEDULli: OF CIIAI<<.a:s
7.1 PRIVATE OPERATIONS
7.2 COMMERCIAL OPKRATIONS
7.3 GOVERNMl(NT (PIJBLI(~) AIRCRAFT
7.4 SPECIAl, SERVIC~ES
R. PJlOCEDUIU:S FOIl REClqVING AND PROCESS1NG APPLICATIONS
8.1 APPLICATIONS
8.2 APPROVAL PI<OCKDURKS
9. lJSI~ OF AIRPORT PROPERTY FOR NON AVIATION KVENTS
9.1 INSURANCE
9.2 TRAFFIC CONTROt,
9.3 SAFETY FENCING
9.4 ALCOHOLIC nEVEHAGI~S
9.5 COSTS
9.6 APPLICATION
1 - GENERAL
1.1 DEFINITIONS:
These definitions shall not supersede any definitions contained in contractual
agreements with the General Aviation Commission. Words not defined herein shall
have the same meaning as shown in Part 1 of the Federal Air Regulations or as
defined in the Websters New Collegiate Dictionary.
Aircraft - Shall mean any contrivance now known or hereafter invented, used or
designed for navigation of, or for flight in air.
Airport Operations Area - (AOA) is defined as an area used or intended to be used
for landing, takeoff, or surface maneuvering of aircraft.
Air taxi Operators - Aircraft operated by the holder of an Air taxi or Commercial
Operators Certificate which authorizes the carriage of passengers, mail or cargo for
revenue in accordance with FAR Part 135 and/or FAR Part 121, on either a
scheduled or non-scheduled basis.
Airport - Shall mean the Daniel Field Airport and includes all property and
improvements within the boundary lines of the airport or any airport operated or
controlled by the General Aviation Commission, except when otherwise specifically
noted.
Airport Employees - Shall mean the Airport Manager and employees of the Augusta
Richmond County Commission who are assigned to the General Aviation
Commission.
Airport Manager - The officer or representative of the General Aviation Commission
having immediate charge of the airport, and if not designated shall mean the
Commission.
Apron - A defined area, on a airport, intended to accommodate aircraft for purposes
of loading or unloading passengers or cargo, refueling, parking or maintenance.
Commission - Shall mean the General Aviation Commission when capitalized and
shall include its designated representative where applicable.
Air Cargo - Any property carried on an aircraft other than mail, stores, or baggage.
Commercial Operator - An individual or firm operating at the airport and providing
aviation services such as: aircraft maintenance; aircraft storage; ground or flight
engages in air commerce by the carriage of persons or property. Where it is doubtful
that an operation is for "compensation or hire," the test applied is whether the
carriage by air is merely incidentalto the person's other business or is, in itself, an
enterprise for profit
FAA - The Federal Aviation Administration.
Fixed Base Operator (FBO) - A Fixed Base Operator shall include any person who
has entered into a contract or written lease agreement with the General Aviation
Commission tor the use of any building, shop or hangar, or for the site upon which
such a building might be erected, and who, by further agreement, guarantees to
provide on the airport and serve the public with the following minimum services or
facilities:
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a. Aircraft storage
b . Aircraft maintenance
c. Fuel sales
d. Flight school
e. Aircraft charter or Air taxi operations
f. Pilot briefing, lounge "facilities and supplies
g. Passenger lobby~ line crew and other facilities
Instructor - Shall mean any individual, who for compensation or hire, gives
instructions in: the operation of an aircraft (either in flight or on the ground); the
construction, repair or maintenance of an aircraft (including aircraft power plants
and accessories); or the use, packing or maintenance of parachutes.
NTSB - National Transportation Safety Board
pattern - The configuration or form of a flight path flown by an aircraft, or
prescribed to be flown~ when making an approach to~ or departing trom a runway.
Person - Any individual, partnership, group, corporation, public entity or duly
authorized representative thereof.
Public Use Facilities - The phrase Public Use Facilities as used in these regulations
means thefollowing.faciIities as they are from time to time provided and made
available by the General Aviation Commission for public use by aircraft operators:
a. Public runways for the purpose of the landing and the taking-off of aircraft.
b. Public taxiways for the purpose of the ground movement of aircraft.
c. Public aircraft parking space (apron) for the purpose of parking and storing
aircraft; for the purpose of loading and unloading passengers, baggage, freight,
mail and other cargo upon and from aircraft; for the purpose of performing
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b. Public taxiways for the purpose of the ground movement of aircraft.
c. Public aircraft parking space (apron) for the purpose of parking and storing
aircraft; for the purpose of loading and unloading passengers, baggage, freight,
mail and other cargo upon and from aircraft; for the purpose of performing
operations incidental to the immediate preparation of aircraft for departure such
as pre-flight inspection, cleaning, and fueling; for the purpose of making minor
and emergency repairs to aircraft; and for the purpose of parking mobile
equipment actively used in connection with the foregoing.
d. Any other space or facilities provided by the General Aviation Commission for
public use by aircraft operators as may be deemed necessary.
Ramp - synonymous with apron.
Refueling Trucks - Shall mean any motor vehicle used for the transportation,
handling or dispensing of fuel, oil, or lubricants, for aircraft use.
Terminal Area - The area used or intended to be used for such facilities as passenger
terminals, cargo buildings, hangars, shops, other service buildings, automobile
parking, airport motels, restaurants, automotive service garages, aircraft parking
aprons or ramps, helipads, and the immediate taxiway systems serving these areas.
Vehicle - Motorized and non-motorized devices in which any person or property is or
may be transported or drawn upon a roadway, cart path, apron or parking area,
including but not necessarily limited to: automobiles, trucks, tugs, motorcycles, golf
carts, tractors or bicycles.
1.2 SCOPE
A. All using, visiting or who may be located on the Airport shall be governed by
these regulations and the directions of the Commission. These regulations are
subject to change by the Commission as experience, need, or operating conditions
may dictate.
B. The use of the Airport or any of its facilities in any manner shall create an
obligation on the part of the user to obey all or these or any other regulations
adopted by the Commission.
The privilege of using the Airport and its facilities shall be conditioned on the
assumption orrull responsibility and risk by the user, and such person shall release,
hold harmless and indemnify the County Commission, the Commission, its officers
and employees from any liability or loss resulting from such use, as well as claims of
third parties associated with that.use.
The privilege of using the airport shall be on the further condition that any person,
persons, corporations, partnerships, or others desiring to use the airport and facilities
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as a Commercial Operator or Fixed Base Operator, shall furnish a policy of
indemnity against personal injury and property damage in a reasonable sum as the
Commission may establish from time to time. All insurance shall name
AugustalRichmond County, the Commission, its ofTIcers and employees, as additional
insured, and shall contain a section stating that the Commission shall be informed, in
writing, by the insurance carrier thirty (30) days prior to the cancellation or major
modification of any required insurance.
C. Any person violating any of these airport rules and regulations may be subject to
restrictions imposed by the Commission or may be denied access or use of the
airport and its facilities as may be deemed necessary or appropriate by the
Commission.
D. These regulations are not intended to amend, modify or supersede any provision
of Federal, State, or local law, or any specific contractual agreement of the
Commission with which they may conflict; provided, however, that these
regulations shall, insofar as possible, be interpreted so that no such conflict shall
exist.
E. Any proposed changes in these regulations shall be posted by the Commission in a
public area at the airport for a period often (10) days. During this period,
comments on the proposed changes may be submitted to the Commission, in
writing, by the interested public. The closing date for comments shall also be
posted. After review of any such comments by the Commission, revisions may be
made as deemed necessary and a revision will be published. Copies of the revision
will be posted at the airport and provided to all holders of a copy of the manual.
F. No person shall engage in any business or commercial operation of any nature
whatsoever on, or with access to the Airport, except with the approval of the
Commission, and under such terms and conditions, as may be prescribed herein,
including but not limited to, all applicable Federal, State or local laws, rules,
regulations or ordinances.
G. The soliciting of business, fares, alms, or funds for any purpose on the Airport
without the permission of the Commission is prohibited.
R No person, business, partnership, or corporation shall construct or erect any
building, sign or structure or modify any existing facility on airport property
without specific permission and approval orthe Commission.
1. The section headings appearing in this document are for the convenience or the
reader and shall not be construed to limit or change the scope or meaning of the
section. If any provision or this document is determined to be void by any court of
competent jurisdiction, all remaining sections shall remain in full force and effect
unless found to be likewise invalid.
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1.3 PENALTIES
The Commission may remove or eject from the airport premises any person who
knowingly and willfully violates any regulation or instructions issued by the
Commission, and may deny the use ofthe Airport and its facilities to such person if
the Commission determines that such denial is necessary under the circumstances,
and may take such other measures as may be penllitted by law, to enforce Airport
regulations and maintain the Commission's control of the Airport.
1.4 LOST ARTICLES
All lost articles shall be turned into the Airport Manager's otlice by the finders. Any
such articles not claimed in sixty (60) days shall be disposed of as determined by the
Commission.
1.5 LIABILITY
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Augusta Richmond County and the Commission assumes no responsibility for loss,
injury or damage to persons or property by reason of fire, theft, vandalism, wind,
flood, earthq uake, collision, lightning strikes, or acts of God or of the pu blic enemy,
or does it assume any liability for injury to persons while on the Airport or while
using the facilities of the airport.
1.6 ACCIDENT REPORTS
. All persons involved in any accident involving personal injury, aircraft, automobile or
property damage occurring on the Airport, shall make a full report to the Airport
Manager as soon after the accident as practical, and in any event no later than 48
hours after such occurrence. The current phone number for the Airport Manager
shall be posted in a conspicuous place in all operations areas at all fixed base
operators for this and other purposes. See Section 3.4 for additional Federal
req uirements.
1. 7 GROUND TRANSPORTATION
No taxi operator, limousine or other carrier for hire shall load or unload passengers at
the Airport at any place other than that designated by the Commission.
1.8 BUILDING REQUIREMENTS AND GROUND RENTAL
Any person desiring to erect or construct any building or related facility on the
airport shall submit two sets of plans and specifications to the Commission for review
and approval.
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The drawings shall include a site plan, drawn to scale, showing the desired area to be
leased, building floor plans, building elevations, material specifications and colors,
and aircraft and automobile parking areas as may be required. All buildings' facilities
or aircraft parking aprons erected upon the airport shall meet or exceed the fire safety
and building codes of AugustalRichmond County, the FAA and the Commission and
shall be approved by same. Prior to the start of any construction, all applicable
licenses, site plan approvals and building permits must be obtained, and a Notice of
Proposed Construction or Alteration (F'AA Form 7460-1, or subsequent) shall be
approved by the FAA. Any airport development must conform to the
Airport Layout Plan.
Ground lease rates, length of lease terms, size and location of lots, or other terms and
conditions shall be established by the Commission from time to time as conditions
may warrant.
1.9 RESTRICTED AREAS
All areas of the airport, except certain terminal areas open to the public, are
restricted and no person shall enter upon those areas, any hangars or the Airport
Operations Area, except:
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A. Persons assigned to duty therein;
B. Authorized representatives of the FAA, the Georgia Department of
Transportation, NTSB, appropriate law enforcement personnel or Crash Fire
Rescue or Emergency Medical Technicians;
C. Passengers under appropriate supervision, entering the Air Operations Area for
the purpose of enplaning and deplaning;
D. Business representatives in the conduct of their business with the airport tenants;
E. Aircraft owners, pilots and their authorized representatives;
F. Members ofthe General Aviation Commission, their employees and
representatives.
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2 - VElUCLES
2.1 LICENSING AND REGULATION
A. No person may operate any motorized vehicle on the airport without a valid
Operator's License.
B. No person may operate any motor vehicle in the Airport Operations Area or
pu blic aircraft facilities area without first having received permission from the
Airport Manager, except as may be authorized under Section 1.9 of these
regulations.
2.2 RULES OF' OPERATION
A. No person may operate a motorized vehicle of any kind on the airport in a reckless
or negligent manner or in excess of the speed limits prescribed by the
Commission, and in no event in excess of 10 miles per hour on aircraft ramps,
aprons, aircraft parking or in hangar areas.
B. Pedestrians and aircraft shall at all times have right-of-way over vehicular traffic.
All vehicles shall pass to the rear of taxiing aircraft
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C. No person operating a motor vehicle on the airport shall fail to give proper
signals, or fail to observe the directions of posted traffic signs, if such signs are
present.
D. No person may operate a motorized vehicle, or aircraft, on the airport while under
the influence of alcohol or narcotic drugs.
E. No person may operate any motor vehicle on the airport overloaded or carrying
more passengers than that for which the vehicle was designed. No person may ride
on the running board, standing up in the body of a moving vehicle, ride on the
outside of the body of a vehicle, or with arms or legs protruding from the body of
a vehicle.
F. No vehicle may be operated on the airport if it is so constructed, equipped or
loaded as to endanger persons or property.
G. No person may operate any type of motor vehicle without exhausts protected by
screens or baffles to prevent the escape of sparks or the propagation of flame.
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H. '\Then parking adjacent to a runway, aU vehicles must park parallel to the runway
and at a distance equal to the hold lines outside of the runway lights, unless such
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runway is officially closed by the Commission, or airport maintenance or
oper.ational requirements dictate otherwise.
Refueling Trucks will at no time be parked or so positioned as to prevent a rapid
removal of such vehicle. Likewise, no other vehicle may be parked so as to prevent
such rapid removal of a refueling truck.
2.3 RADIO EQUIPMENT
No person may oper.ate any vehicular radio equipment within 25 feet of any aircraft.
when such aircraft is being refueled, or when such vehicle is located inside a hangar.
2.4 EMERGENCY
In the event of an emergency on the airport, notification shall be given by calling 911,
and the Ail'pOl't Manager as soon as possible.
2.5 REPAIR OF MOTOR VEmCLES
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No person may wash, wax, clean or make repairs to any motor vehicle anywhere on
the airport other than in designated shop areas, or in areas approved by the
Commission, except those minor repairs necessary to remove such vehicle from the
airport.
2.6 PARKING
A. No person may park a motor vehicle, for loading, unloading or any other purpose,
on the airport other than in the areas specifically established for parking and in
the manner prescribed by signs, lines or other means. No person may abandon
any motor vehicle on the airport. No person may park a motor vehicle in an area
requiring payment for parking thereon without paying the required parking fee;
nm" in a manner so as to obstruct roadways; nor on aircraft parking areas; nor on
gr.ass areas.
B. The Commission shall have the authority to tow or other"wise remove motor
vehicles which are parked on the airport in violation of these regulations, at the
owner or operator's expense and without liability for damage which may result in
the course of such moving.
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3 - AIRCRAFT OPERATIONS
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3.1 AERONAUTICAL ACTIVITIES
A. All aeronautical activities on the airport, or activities performed in the air space
above the airport, shall be conducted in conformity with these regulations, any
special regulations issued by the Commission, or the following regulations as may
be appropriate:
Federal Aviation Regulatiolls
Part 61 - Certification: Pilots & Flight Instructors
Part 67 - l\fedical Standards & Certification
Part 91 - General Operating & Flight Rules
Part 93 - Special Air Traffic Rules & Airport Traffic Patterns
Part 121 - Domestic Flag and Supplemental Air Carriers and Commercial
Operators of Large Aircraft
Part 135 - Air Taxi Operators & Commercial Operators
Part 141 - Pilot Schools
Part 145- Repair Stations
HMR 175- Hazardous Materials Regulations
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National Transportation Safety Board Regulations
Part 830 - Rules Pertaining to the Notification & Reporting of Aircraft Accidents or
Incidents and Overdue Aircraft, and Preservation of Aircraft
Wreckage, Mail, Cargo, and Records.
B. No fixed wing or rotary wing aircraft may be operated at the airport unless said
aircraft has a current FAA Airworthiness Certificate, or equivalent, and is
operated by an appropriately licensed pilot holding a valid medical certificate, or
is being taxied by a licensed and qualified Aircraft and Powerplant mechanic.
C. No person may start or run any engine in aircraft unless a licensed person is in the
aircraft attending the engine controls. Chocks shall be placed in front of the
wheels before starting the engine, or engines, unless the aircraft is provided with
adequate parking brakes.
D. The airport is open 24 hours per day, 365 days per year for aircraU operations.
The terminal area is open for public use from 7:00 a.m. until sunset, 365 days per
year, unless otherwise designated by the Commission.
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3.2 BASED AIRCRAFT REGISTRATION
The owners of aU aircraft based on the airport will register their aircraft witb tbe
Commission or a Fixed Base Operator prior to beginning operation~ Any change in
the ownership will require a change in registration.
3.3 PAYMENT
Payment for use of airport facilities, storage, repairs, supplies, or other serVices
rendered at the airport shall be made before the aircraft departs the airport, unless
satisfactol)' credit arrangements have been made with the Airport Manager or the
Fixed Base Operator or airport tenant directly responsible for furnishing the
commodity or service rendered.
3.4 ACCIDENTS OR INCIDENTS
A. Persons involved in aircraft acCidents occurring on the airport causing persomil
injury or property damage shall make a full report thereof to the Airport Manager
as soon after the event as possible. The report shall include their name, address
and a brief description of the event. In the event that he is unable to do so, the
owner ofthe aircraft or his agent shall make such report. When a written report
of an accident is required by Federal Air Regulations, or National Transportation
Safety Board Regulations, a copy of such report shall be submitted to the
Commission.
B. In the event of an accident, or incident, the aircraft owner shall arrange, through
the Airport Manager, and in compliance with FAR's and other governmental
regulations, to remove said damaged aircraft from the landing area, ramp, apron,
or other area as soon as practical. This shall be at the sole expense of the aircraft
owner and without liability to the Commission, or its employees, for any damages
resulting from such move.
C. Airport property damaged or destroyed by an acCident or inCident shall be
replaced or repaired at the expense of the parties causing such damage.
D. All aircraft accidents shall be reported to the FAA or NTSB in accordance with
all applicable Federal regulations.
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3.5 NON-AIR'VORTIlY AIRCRAFT
A. All non-ain:\1011:hy or otherwise disabled aircraft (not under repair), and parts
thereof, left on the airport shall be promptly removed from Airport Operations
Areas by the aircraft owner.
B. If any person refuses to move said aircraft or part thereof as directed by the
Commission, said aircraft or part thereof may be removed by the Commission at
the owner's or operator's expense, and without liability to the Commission,
Airport lVlanager, its employees, or contractors for damage which may result in
the course of, or after such moving.
3.6 REFUSAL OF AIRPORT USE
The Commission or Airport Manager may delay or prohibit any flight or other
operations when it deems such operations likely to endanger persons or property at
the airport or for other rea.~ons it believes justifiable. The Comm~ssion may also
prohibit any individual or group from using the airport when the Commission or
Airport :Manager determines that any of these rules or regulations have been or will
be violated in any manner.
3.7 CLOSING OF FIELD
In the event the Commission or Airport Manager believes airport conditions are
unsafe for landings or take-ofTs, it shall be within their power to have issued a
NOTAM closing the airport or any part thereof.
3.8 REPAIRING OF AIRCRAFT
The performance of aircraft and engine repair and maintenance is {~onsidered to be a
commercial operation regulated by the Commission except where such services or
repairs are performed by the aircraft owner or his permanent employees. The
Commission reserves the right to designate reasonable areas 'where such aircraft
owners may perform services on their own aircraft. If such areas are designated, the
Commission may prohibit the performance of such services in tie-down or hangar
areas and prescribe rules for the use of such ownel' type aircraft maintenance areas.
3.9 ENGINE RUN-UP
A. Aircraft shall not perform run-up or prolonged engine test operations in any area
that would result in a hazard or nuisance to other aircraft, persons, or property.
B. Engine test operations conducted primarily for maintenance I'easons shall be
performed only in areas designated by the Commission and conducted only
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during the hours from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. , .Monday to Friday, unless othen'l'ise
approved by the Airport Manager.
C. Engine run-ups performed as a function of a normal pre-flight check and
conducted immediately prior to flight, may be performed during all normal
airport operating hours. Such run-ups shall be performed in designated run-up
areas only.
3.10 R4.DIO EQUIPMENT
No person may operate any radio transmitting equipment, radar or any such
equipment that emits radio frequency energy, in any aircraft, when such aircraft is
being refueled, or when such aircraft is located inside a hangar. This prohibition
shall not preclude aircraft radio maintenance from being conducted in a hangar,
provided adequate safety precautions are taken to prevent injury or damage to
surrounding persons, property or aircraft.
3.11 PARKING OF AIRCRAFT
A. No person may park an aircraft on the airport except in those areas prescribed by
the Commission for such purposes.
B. At the direction of the Airport Manager, the operator, owner, or pilot of any
illegally parked aircraft shall move the aircraft to a legally designated parking area
on the airport Should the above mentioned person(s) refuse to comply with the
directions to move the aircraft to a proper location, the Airport Manager may
have the aircraft towed to such place, at the operator's expense and without
liability to the Commission, Airport Management or employees for any damage
that may result from such relocation.
3.12 DEJ\10NSTRA TION
No flight demonstrations involving unusual or acrobatic maneuvers shall be
conducted on or within the vicinity of the Airport without the express written
approval ofthe Commission. Any such activity shall require the operator to
indemnify the Commission, its employees, or agents, and the operator shall
furnish proof of liability and property damage insurance
coverage for the event in an amount equal to, or greater than specified in
.M:inimum Standards. Said insurance shall name the Commission and Augusta
Richmond County as an Additional insured" and said policy shall provide for the
payment of any attorney fees incurred by the Commission arising from any
litigation or legal action associated with any such activities.
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3.13 LIGHTING FIXTURE DAMAGE
Any person damaging any airport light or lighting fixture by operation of any
aircraft, vehicle or otherwise, shall report such damage to the Airport Manager
immediately and shall be responsible for the cost of repairing or replacing the
damaged fixture.
3.14 AIRCRAFT CLASSIFICATIONS
The determination of the category designat'ion 01' any mrcrall operateil on 'the
airport shall rest with the Commission. Any fees or charges levied by the
Commission, as shown in Section 7, shall be assessed according to the following
classifications:
A. Private aircraft use:
. Privately owned aircraft operated by owner or authorized representative, provided
said aircraft is not operated for compensation or hire.
. Company or corporation owned aircraft that are operated for the transportation of
company personnel or products, where such operation is incidental to the
company's business.
.Flying club aircraft owned and operated by a non-profit partnersliip or non-proTit
corporation. To qualify as a flying club the following rules shall apply:
a) Each club member must be a bona fide owner or stockholder of the aircraft or
corporation.
b) The club may not derive greater revenue from tbe use onts aircraft than toe
amount necessary for the operations, maintenance, and replacement of its aircraft.
c) The club shall file and maintain a current list of club members with the
Commission.
d) At any time the Commission has reason to believe that a flying club aircraft is
being operated as a commercial venture, or in violation of these rules and
regulations, it shall notify such flying club of the violation in writing. Should the
club fail to remedy the conditions outlined in the letter within 15 days, the
Commission may choose to reclassify the aircraft as a commercial operation or
take other actions as it may deem appropriate.
e) The Commission shall retain the right to deny a flying club classification to anyone
who operates in violation of these rules and regulations.
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B. Commercial Aircraft use:
1. For rental, compensation, hire or aircraft charter.
2. Student instruction and its kindred occupations for compensation or hire.
3. An)' aircraft used for commercial purposes and not otherwise delineated in these
regulations.
C. Air taxi Operators:
1. Contract - All Federally certified Air Taxis or Commercial Operators holding a
contract or lease agreement with the Commission for airport usage, whether
scheduled or not.
2. Non-Contract - All Air Taxis or Commercial Operators not. covered in Section
3.14 (C) (1) above, whether scheduled or not.
D. Government (public) Aircrall use:
1. All aircraft publicly owned and operated whether by Federal, State or Local
governmental entity.
3.15 LANDING AND TAKE-OFF
A. In the interest of public safety and noise abatement, all take-ofTs and landings
should be made to comply with noise abatement procedures that may be
implemented by the Commission. When wind, traffic and other airport conditions
permit, turbo prop and turbo jet aircraft shall take off on runway 23 and land on
either runway 11 or 5.
B. Except as noted above, all aircraft operated at the airport shall operate at an
altitude of 1,200' MSL, unless aircraft operating limitations or restrictions do not
permit such an altitude or FAA approved flight operating procedures require a
higher altitude.
Trame patterns for all runways at Daniel Field are left tramc.
C. Prior authorization is required before air ships, dirigibles, motorless aircraft, hot
air balloons, pamchute operdtions, uncertified aircraft or aircraft with a total
gross weight in excess of 60,000 pounds, may land or take off at the airport. Such
operations may be subject to certain limitations, restrictions or prohibitions as
may be deemed necessary by the Commission or Airport :Manager to lessen the
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impact of such operations on the safety and well being ofthe general public or
other operators on the airport.
The airport is NOT certificated under 14 CFR Part 139, and no crash-fire rescue
equipment is provided on the airport property.
D. All takc-offs and landings shan be confined to the runways and an movement of
aircraft shaH be confined to hard surface areas, except as specifically authorized
by the Airport "Manager.
E. Additional traffic rules are as follows:
1. Landings and take-otIs shall be made on the runway that provides the most
favomble headwind component.
2. Unless otherwise authOl'ized by the Airport Manager, aircraft will start their initial
take-otI from the runway end.
3. Landings and take-otIs shall be made at a safe distance from other aircraft.
4. Aircraft entering the traffic pattern shall exercise caution and courtesy so as not to
cause aircraft already in the traffic pattern to deviate from their course.
a. Rotary-wing aircraft shall conform to the tmftic pattern described herein for fixed
wing aircraft, and shall not be flown or hover-taxied within 200 feet of any area
where unsecured light aircraft are parked or operating.
6. Conducting simulated engine-out procedures within the traffic approach area is
permitted only during periods when airport traffic is light and the training
aircmft must yield to aircraft operating in the normal traffic pattern. The training
aircraft must also give notice immediately prior to execution of such a maneuver
on the common traffic advisory frequency (CTAF').
7. No turn shall be made after take-oft" until the aircraft has reached the departure
end ofthe runway or an altitude of 1,000' :MSL has been attained, whichever
occurs later. Aircraft shall climb to the appropriate traffic pattern altitude as soon
as practical.
8. No person shall operate an aircraft in a negligent, careless or reckless mamll\r so as
to endanger the life or property of others.
F. The following taxi rules apply to all aircraft:
1. No person shall taxi an aircraft until he or she has first ascertained by visual
inspection, that there is no danger of collision with any aircraft, person or
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property 'within the immediate area.
2. Aircraft shall be taxied at a safe and reasonable speed. Aircraft not equipped with
brakes shall have an attendant at each wing when the aircraft is taxied under its
own power.
3. Aircraft awaiting take-off shall stop at the taxiway hold lines for the runway in use
in a position so as to have a direct view of aircraft approaching for landing, and
shall ascertain that the way is clear prior to entering the active runway.
4. Aircraft taxiing shall utilize designated taxiways when available. Should "back
taxi" on a runway be necessary to reach the approach end of a runway, the pilot
shall announce his or her intentions on the common tramc advisory frequl'Dcy
(CTAF), prior to entering the runway.
5. Take-offs and landings on taxiways are permitted only with prior approval ofthe
Airport Manager.
6. Engine run-ups made prior to take-off shall be performed behind the taxiway
hold lines or in designated run-up arcas.
3.16 FLIGHT INSTRUCTION
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No person or firm shall engage in commercial flight instruction at the airport
unless prior to giving such instruction he has registered with the Airport Manager
and has filed a certificate of insurance as required under the 1VIinimum Standards.
Said insurance shall name Augusta Richmond County and the Commission as an
Additional insured and said policy shall provide for the payment of cost of
litigation including any attorney fees incurred by the Commission arising from any
litigation or legal action associated with any such activities.
3.17 OUTSIDE SERVICE
No person or firm shall employ the services of a licensed airframe or power plant
nll~chanic, an aircraft inspector or flight instructor at the airport, unless such
mechanic, inspector or flight instructor is in the permanent employ of said person
or firm, or is in the employ of a Fixed Base Operator or a Commercial Opertltor
holding a current operating or lease agreement with the Commission, or as may be
authorized by the Commission.
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4. FIRE REGULATIONS
4.1 S1\.fOKING OR OPEN FIRES PROHIBITED
Smoking or lighting of an open name or tire on the airport is prohibited
except in designated areas, or when approved by the airport manager.
4.2 FLAMMABLE SOLVENTS
No person shall use flammable solvents or agents having a flash point of
less than 1100 degrees f1'ahrenheit in the cleaning of aircraft, aircraft engines
propellers, appliances, or for any other purpose, unless such operations are
conducted in open air or in an area specifically designated and approved
for that purpose. Such area shall have an adequate ventilation system, meet
applicable tire code regulations and have readily accessible tire extinguishing
apparatus on hand.
4.3 STORAGE OF FLAM1",fABLE MATERIALS
No person may store flammable liquids, gases or other related materials in
such a manner as to violate the fire or safety codes of Augusta/Richmond
County. The storage of paint thinners, fuels or other such
volatile materials in hangers is prohibited, unless placed in an approved storage
cabinet or safety can, which has been specifically authorized by the Airport
Manager and which meets all applicable fire or safety codes.
4.4 FIRE EXTINGUISHERS
Tenants of all hangers and buildings located on the airport shall provide
approved fire extinguishers or other fire suppression systems in a quantity
and location adequate to meet applicable fire and safety codes. Said
equipment shall be kept in operating condition and inspected at least once every
twelve months by trained personnel to verify proper charge or oper'ating
condition.
4.5 STORAGE OF 'VASTE fvIA TERIALS
Tenants of all hangers and buildings shan provide suitable met-'ll receptacles
with self-closing covers for the temporary stOl'age of trash, rubbish, shop rags
or other such waste materials prior to their permanent removal from the facility.
All such waste shall be n~moved from the facility at least each week or as often
as necessary to prevent spillage from the cont~dner. Should a tenant fail to
remove such material as specified, the Commission shall issue a warning to the
tenant. If the area is not then cleaned up, or the waste material is not removed
within 15 days from the warning, appropriate clean-up wili be arranged by the
Commission and billed to the tenant responsible.
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5 - FUELING OPERATIONS
5.1 FUELL~G AND DEFUELING OF AIRCRAFT
A. No person may sell, transport, store, transfer or dispense fuel or petroleum
products on airport property without prior approval of the Commission.
B. No aviation rated gasoline or aviation rated jet fuel may be brought onto the
airpOlt property from a source other than that app.'oved by the Commission.
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C. No person, other than the owner or operator of any aircraft approved for it..<; use,
may transfer or dispense any non-aviation rated fuel into such aircraft without
prior approval of the Commission. Such use shall be in compliance with applicable
FAA Supplemental Type Certificates and 'will be conducted in a manner so as not
to endanger the life or property of others. The following rules apply:
1. Aircraft being refueled must he located a minimum distance of 100 feet from
other aircraft or taxiway and in the area designated for this operation.
2. Aircraft may only be refueled during daylight hours.
3. Two persons including the owner or operator must be in attendance during
the refueling operation.
4. Fuel must be transported in containers approved by the lJ.S. Underwriters
Laboratories, Inc. (UL)
5. Fuel must be pumped into aircraft tanks, not poured, with pumps and hoses
which an' spark proof and rated at least 25psi.
6. Containers, pumps, and aircraft must be grounded prior and during refueling
operations.
7. Such other conditions as the Airport Manager may impose.
D. No fuel storage or dispensing equipment may be installed or used at the airport
without the prior approval of the Commission.
AU storage facilities must meet or exceed all applicable fire codes or requirements
of the AugustalRichmond County Fire Department; be located in an area
approved by the Commission, and meet all applicable environmental codes for
spillage containment and pollution control.
E. No ail-craft may be fueled or de-fueled with any enginl~ running; while being heated
by an eA1.ernal heat source; or while such aircraft is in a hangar or enclosed space.
F. Smoking or lighting of an open flame shaH be prohibited within 100 feet of any
fueling operation.
G. No person may operate any radio transmitter or electrical equipment on board an
aircraft during any fueling operation, unless such operation of equipment is
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necessary to conduct said fueling or de-fm~ling of the aircraft.
H. No aircraft may he fueled or de-fueled with passengers on board the aircraft.
1. During fueling operations, the aircraft and the fueling or de-fueling apparatus shall
be grounded to each other and to a point of zero electrical potential, so as to
minimize static build-up during transfer of fuel.
J. No person may use any material or equipment during any fueling operation of an
ain:raft which is likely to cause a spark or create a source of ignition.
K. At least a 20 pound fire extinguisher shall be within ready reach of all persons
engaged in the fueling or de-fueling of an aircraft.
L. All dispensing equipment shall be maintained in a constant state of good repair.
All hoses, storage tanks, pumps, valves, fittings, or connecting adapters
shall be free of leaks, and any worn or defective components shall he replaced prior
to dispensing fuei.
1\11. Any person engaged in the fueling or de-fueling of an aircraft shall exercise care so
as to prevent the overflow or spillage of fuel. It shall be the responsibility ofthe
person causing any such a spill to prevent the spilled fuel fmm entering any storm
water dnlinage system and to initiate the necessary clean-up procedures needed to
mitigate the spillage.
5.2 PRIVATE FUEL STORAGE FACILITIES
A. The Commission may enter into a lease agreement with any FBO, or q ualitied
private or commercial operator who desires to provide their own fuel storage
facilities and fuel dispensing equipment.
The Commission shall have the right to review and approve the installation of such
a facility on the airport, including the design and SiZ(!l and to determine
applicable lease mtes, terms and conditions of such an agreement. Any
installation must be located in the fuel farm area as depicted in the Airport
Layout Plan.
All private fueling facilities located on airport property must meet all applicable
fire and life safety codes of AugustaIRichmond County and
appropriate State and Federal environmental requirements.
B. It is intended that private fuel storage facilities and dispensing eq ui pment are for
tlu' sole use of the private operator, and the sale of fuel to other aircmf't operators
from such a facility is expressly forbidden without the written permission of the
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Commission under such terms and conditions as ma)' be deemed in the best
interest of Dmliel Field.
C. All fuel delivered to a private fuel storage facilit.y on the airport, 01' to any
through-the-fence location, is subject to a fuel flowage fee as may bl~ established
by the Commission fmlll time to time. Said fee shall be due and payable upon
delivery ofthe flwl to the facility from fuel suppliers based upon itemized written
verification delivered to the Airport Manager.
D. Any operator electing to maintain a private fuel storage facility or use their own
dispensing equipment shall carry appropriate prodll(~t liability insurance in an
amount agreeable to the Commission, but in no case less than that specified in the
l\linimum Standards.
A copy of any policy issued for this insurance will be filed with the Commission
and shall name Augusta Richmond County and the Commission as an Additional
Insured. Said policy shall provide for the payment of any attorney fees incurred by
the Commission arising from any litigation or legal action associated with any such
activities and shall contain a provision to notify the Commission at least thirty (30)
days in advance of any cancellation or major change in coverage.
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E. Leases are not assignable. Any transfer of ownership or stock shall be considered
a sale and therefore grounds for termination of a lease unless otherwise approved
by the Commission. In the event the installation is abandoned, the Commission
shan have the right, at it~ option, to either assume ownership of the improvements
or have them removed a the lessees expense under such terms and conditions as
the Commission shall direct.
5.3 STORt\.GE OF FUEL
The storage of aviation gasoline, aviation jet fuel or other flammable liquids in
drums, ban'els or other such containers in excess of a five gallon capacity, on any
aircraft apron or in any aircraft. hangar, is forbidden.
5.4 'V ASTE LIQUID DISPOSAL
No fuels, oils, dopes, paints, solvents or acids shall b(~ disposed of, dumped or
allowed to run-off into any ditches, basins, storm water or sanitary sewer' drainage
systems on the airport. No such effluents shall be placed in any trash or rubbish
containers on the airport, nor left beside or neal' any such receptacies, 1l(H'
abandoned or deposited by the owner at any other location Oil the airport, except
in storage containers that may he provided specificaiiy for such waste liquids, and
only with prior permission ofthe Airport l\lanager or Fixed Base Operator.
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5.5 COMPRESSED GASES
No cylinder or flask of compressed flammable, corrosive or noxious gases shall be
stored in any hangar, except as may be necessary to conduct business as a Fixed
Base Operator or as a Limited Fixed Base Operator and which is approved by the
Commission.
5.6 EXPLOSIVES A.l\ID OTHER DANGEROUS ARTICLES
No person may store, keep, handle, use, dispense, or transport to or from tbe
airport, any Class A or Class B explosives, combustible liquids (other than aviation
related fuels and approved solvents), inflammable solids, poisons or corrosive
liquids, except as may be authorized in Hazardous Materials Regulations
(HMR)175, and/or which have been specifically approved by the Commission.
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6. GENERAL REQUIREMENTS
6.1 PRESERVATION OF PROPERTY
No person shall destJ'oy, in.jure, deface or disturb in any way any building, sign
equipment, marker, or other structure, tree, flower, lawn or other property on
the airport; nor alter, make additions to, or erect, any building or sign or make
any exravations on the airport without prior approval ofthe Commission; nor
willfully abandon any personal property on the airport.
6.2 INTERFERING OR TA1\1PERING WITH AIRCRAFT
No person shall interfere or tamper with any aircraft, aircraft parts, instruments
or tools used for the maintenance of an aircraft, nor put in motion the engine
or any such aircraft without the permission of the owner, except as may be
deemed necessary by the Commission under these regulations or by other
enforceable agreements.
6.3 RESTRICTED AREAS
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No person shall cntcr any airport operations area, aircraft parlting apron,
taxiway, runway, hanger or other area designated a restricted area except:
a. Persons assigned to duty therein.
b. Members of the Commission or persons authorized by them.
c. Passengers, under appropriate supenrision, entering the ADA tor the
purpose of em barkation and debarkation.
d. Aircraft owners and operators
6.4 PASSENGERS ACCESS TO AOA'S
It shall be the sole responsibility of the Fix Base Operators, or others as may
be designated by the Commission, to SC(' that all gates, doors, or other methods
used to restrict public access to AOA's are continually and conscientiously
checked to provide the appropriate public safeguards to protect aU persons
from injury or accident.
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6.5 USE OF ROADS, WALKS Al~D CART PATHS
A. No person shall travel on the Airport other than on the roads, walks, cart paths or
places provid.ed Ihr the particular class of traffic.
B. No person shall occupy tht\ roads, walk.. or carot paths in such a manner as to
hinder or ohstruct their proper use.
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6.6 J\1~IIv~IiS
No person shall enter the Aviation Center of tiw AirpOl-t with a dog 01' ot.her
animal except:
A. Seeing-eye dogs.
B. Dogs or other animals which are to bt, transported by air and are restrained
by leash or properly confined.
6.7 SOLICITATION
No person may solicit funds for any purpose, nor shall any signs m'
advertisements be posted at the airport without prior permission of the
Commission. Any such signs, advertisements or solicitations for which
permission is granted must also comply with all applicable ordinances of
AugustalRichmond County.
Any approved sign, advertisement or solicitation may be subject: to a fee or other
such charges as may be established by the Commission from time-to-time.
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6.8 USE OF SHOP AREAS
All leased shops, garages, equipment and facilities contained therein are
expressly intended for the use of the lessee for his or her business operations. No
person other than thl, Jessee or his employees may make use ofthese facilities
without specific permission of the lessee.
6.9 OPEN FLAM"f1:: OPERATIONS
No person shall {:onduct any open-flame operations in any hangar, or on the
Airport unless specifically authorized by the Commission.
6. 1 () S1\fOKING
No person may smoke on any airport apron, in any aircratl hangar, within 100
feet of any gasoline storage or dispensing al'ca, or within any building, room, or
other enclosed structure on the airport, except in locations specifically
designated as smoking areas.
6.11 TRASH AND OTHER \iVASTE CONTAINKRS
No person may keep an uncovered trash or waste l~ontainer on any area of the
airport. Areas to be used for trash or waste containers shall be designated by the
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Commission and no other such areas shall he authorized. Such areas shaH be
kept clean and sanitary at all times.
No vehicle us{~d for hauling trash, dirt, or any other waste materials shall he
operated on the airport unless such vehicle is constructed so as t.o prevent its
contents from blowing1 dropping, sifting, leaking, or otherwise escaping from
the vehide.
6.12 FLOOR CARE
All lessees on the airport shall keep the floors of the hangars. hangar areas, or
aircraft parking aprons, leased by them respectively, or used in their operations,
clean and clear of oil, grease, foreign objects or other materials except as may
be provided to the contrary in any specific leases or contracts.
6.13 STORAGE OF EQUIPivfENT
No tEmant or lessee on the Airport shall store or stack material or equipment in
such a manner as to constitute a hazard to personnel or property.
6.14 Il:QUIPMENT STORAGE ON APRON AREAS
All equipment stored or parked on any aircraft parking apron shall be
positioned in a neat and orderly manner so as not to interfere ",'ith airrrafl
movements. No equipment storage chests, shipping containers or other such
housings shall bl~ p{~rmitted on any apron except as specifically approved by the
Commission or the Airport Manager.
6.15 MAINTENANCE
An tenants shall maintain their leased property ill such condition of repair,
d{~anliness, and general maintenance as shall be acceptable to the Commission
and in accordance with their individual lease agreements.
6.16 DAMAGES
Tenants, lessees, or other persons granted access to the airport shall be
responsible tfJr all damages to buildings, equipment, real property and
appurtenances in the ownership or custody of the Commission, caused by the
negligence, abuse, or carelessness of such tt'nant, lesse{~, their employees, or
other persons granted such access.
6.17 lvlETERING
Evm'Y lessee m' tenant shall provide a meter fm' Uu.\ purpose of accurately
measuring any natural gas, or electrical power used by that lessee or
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tenant, unle~s otherwise approved by the Commission.
6.18 PAYIVfENT OF CHAHGES
A. All invoices are due and payable upon presentation, unless otherwise noted.
B. All hangar rents, ground leases or tie-down fees are due and payable on the
first day of each month, without notice, unless otherwise specified in the
agreement with the Commission.
c. An through-the-fcnce fees, or other percentage fees based on gross sales, are
due and payable as spedfi(~d in (~ach individual lease or through-the fence
access agreement.
D. AU fuel flmvage fees are due and payable immediately upon delivery of any
. fuel by the supplier.
6.19 DEFAULT OF OBLIGATIONS
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When any tenant, user, or other persons granted access to the airport is
formally noWied that he is in default of any written or implied obligation to the
Commission. whether' it be for breach of performance or service covenants, or
nonpayment, he shall thereafter be billed for allloss(~s of revenue, expenses
incurred to re-establish performance or service, J'easonable attorney fees and
other costs, unless the tenant, user, or grantee files with the Commission within
ten days of receipt ofthe formal notification a statement that corrective or
preventive measures have been initiated and will diligently be carried to
completion. If the promises contained in the statement are not fulfilled, the
tenant, user, or grantee ,,,ill be considered in absolute default and appropriate
lawful steps for collection shall be taken by the Commission.
This provision shall not preclude the Commission and lessee or tenant from
agreeing to other mutually acceptable methods of handling defaults of
obligations.
6.20 USE OF LAW ENFORCEMENT AGENCIES
In the event that occasions arise that exceed the capabilities of the Commission,
the Hichmond County SherifIs Department, or any other legally
constilutt.\d law enfOl'cement agency, shaH be called upon for assistalU:e and
action as may he IlCfessary. Tht' Commission express!:' grants permission to the
Uichmond County Sheriffs Department, or any such legally constituted law
enforcement agency, to enter the premises and to enforce the rules and
regulations contained herein, or as may be adopted from time to time by the
Commission.
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6.21 RKFUSAL TO COMPLY
Any person or persons who shall refus(~ to comply with the rules and regulations
contained herein, after proper request to so do by the Commission or its
designated representative, shall be requested to leave the airport. Should such
person or persons fail to comply with a proper request to abide by these
regulations, or refuse to depart the premises if so requested, the Commission
shall regard such person or persons a trespasser and shan seek all remedies
available to have them removed.
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7 SCHEDULE OF CHARGES
7.1 PRIVATE OPERATIONS
A. Landing or overnight parking fees for private use aircraft may be established by
the Commission from time to time. Such fees shall be collected in accordance with
the tee schedule and payment policies then in effect.
7.2 COMMERCIAL OPERATIONS
A. No aircraft, aviation organization or person (including "through-the-fence"
operators), shall engage in any commercial operation of any type at the airport
unless prior permission is obtained from, and appropriate fees are paid to, the
Commission. Such permission and fees, in lieu of a contract as provided for in 7.2
(B), shall be on an each and every time basis as may be established by the
Commission. Such fees may be in addition to any landing fees then in effect under
7.2 (C).
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B. The Commission, at its discretion, may enter into separate contracts with any
commercial operator (as defined in 1.1. and 3.14 (B) and (C) ) on the Daniel Field
Airport. Such contracts shall establish any required landing fees, lease rates, other
fees, operating requirements or other conditions deemed necessary by the
Commission.
C. By resolution, the Commission may adopt a fee schedule to be applied t.o each
landing by any commercial operator not having a contract with the Commission
as provided above. Such fee schedule shall be posted in a conspicuous place at the
Aviation Center, or at the office of the Airport Manager.
Commercial operators shall pay said fee for each landing at the airport-in
accordance with the fee schedule and payment policies then in effect.
D. The Commission may detain any aircraft for non-payment of any charges due.
7.3 SPECIAL SERVICES
A. The Commission may grant written permission Tor a specific commercial operator,
such as a specialized mechanic, to enter the airport for the purpose of repairing or
maintaining an aircraft or equipment which is beyond the capabilit,y of any Fixed
Base Operator or Limited Fixed Base Operator located on the airport. This
privilege will be on a case-by-case basis and will require a separate agreement for
each activity.
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B. Any permission granted by the Commission under this clause will not be
construed as to allow reoccurring entry to the premises for the purpose of
providing services. The permission granted shall be only for a specific purpose
and specific period.
C. Any activity receiving permission under this clause will comply with
AugustalRichmond County ordinances with respect to business licenses.
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8 - PROCEDURES FOR RECEIVING AND PROCESSING APPLICATIONS
8.1 APPLICATIONS
Any applicant wishing to establish commercial operations on tbe airport shan "be
furnished a copy of the minimum standards, and shall make application in
writing to the Commission, setting forth in detail the following:
A. The name and address of the applicant;
B. The proposed land use, facility and/or activity sougbt;
C. The names and the qualifications of the personnel to be involved in conducting
such activity;
D. The financial responsibility and technical ability of the applicant and operator
to carry out the activity sought;
E. The tools, equipment, services and inventory, n any, proposeil to be lurIiisbeil
in connection with such activity;
F. The requested or proposed date for commencement of the activity and the
term of conducting the same;
G. The estimated cost of any structure or lacffity to be luniisbeil, the proposeo
specifications for same, and the means or method of financing such
construction or acquisition of facilities.
8.2 APPROVAL PROCEDURES
A. Upon the filing of a completed application, tbe CommIssIon sban consider
such application at its next scheduled meeting.
B. Upon consideration of the application, the Commission shall determine
whether or not the applicant meets the standards and qualifications as herein
established and whether or not such application should be granted in whole or
in part.
C. Upon approval of any such application in principle, the Commission shan
cause to be prepared a suitable lease or contract agreement setting forth the
terms and conditions under which the commercial operation shall be
conducted.
D. The final agreement as drafted shall be su~ject to reviewand approval of
Commission. Once approved, the Chairman or Airport J\1anager shall be
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Commission. Om:e approved, the Chairman or Airport Manager shall be
authorized to execute said documents in a timely manner. AllY agreement
longer than one year is subject to approval by the AugustalRichmond County
Commission.
E. Any rejected application shall be returned to the applicant within ten (10)
days of the rejection with a writttm explanation of tlw reasons for rejection.
Applicant may n~vise said application to wrrect any stated deficiencies and
reapply. Said n'appJkation shall be handled as if it were a new application.
Tiu~ Cmnmission reserves the right to refuse to aCl:ept this reapplication for a
period of 12 months.
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9. USE OF AIRPORT PROPERTY FOR NON-AERONAUTICAL EVENTS
Use of airport property will be limited to those events promoting aviation or specialized
uses that may be brought before the General Aviation Commission (GAC). Airport
operations must not be affected by an event held on the airport and no non aviation event
will be considered that would require the airport or a portion thereof to be closed. The
GAc reserves the right to refuse an event whose size or scope is deemed inappropriate,
reserves the right to restrict the number of events permitted to use the airport each year,
and will receive input from the FBO as to the impact an event may have on airport
operations.
The areas available for use are depicted on the attached airport diagram and are titled
Tower Side Area and Hangar Side Area. Those events in which public attendance is
solicited will only be allowed on the Hangar Side Area. The Tower Side Area is restricted
to activities not open to the public.
Hosts of an event will be charged a per day rate set by the GAc for the event day and
setup/takedown days. The GAC reserves the right to waive or reduce the user fee. The
following items are required for events held at Daniel Field.
1. The GAc must receive an application for an event in sufficient time for review by
the airport manager, the Events Committee and approval by the GAc at a
regularly scheduled meeting.
2. Insurance requirements are a minimum Of a $1,000,000 liability policy. The
Certificate of Insurance must name the City of Augusta, the Augusta
Commission, the General Aviation Commission and the FBO as additionally
insured. The GAc must receive the certificate prior to the start of the event.
3. Safety fencinglbarricades are required to prevent encroachment of the airport
operating areas and the runway object free zone. The event host must provide
sufficient personnel to ensure no violation of this safety zone.
4. Richmond County Sheriff Deputies may be required by the GAC to usher event
attendees onto and off the airport.
5. No alcoholic beverages may be served at events held at Daniel Field without the
approval of the GAc and in accordance with the ordinances of the City of
Augusta.
6. Any event related cost incurred by the GAc or the FBO will be the responsibility
of the Host.
7. FAA regulations must be strictly adhered to during events held on the airport.
Violations will result in the event being terminated immediately.
No electrical power, water or bathrooms are available at either area. Hosts of an event are
responsible for ensuring that the area used is cleaned at the completion of the event. A
deposit and the first day rental fee will be required upon approval of the event by the
GAC. The deposit will be refunded at the completion ofthe event.
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