HomeMy WebLinkAboutOrdinance 1802 N.C.S. 06/04/1990~~ ~~p19V~,P~E
JUL 4 1990
Introduced by
Michael Davis
ORDINANCE IVO.
1802 N.C.S,
Seconded by
John Balshaw
AN ORDINANCE ESTABLISHING TITLE 16, CHAPTERS 16.04 THROUGH
16.36 OF THE PETALUMA MUNICIPAL CODE GOVERNING THE PETALUMA
MUNICIPAL AIRPORT AND OPERATION OF AIRCRAFT THEREIN
BE IT ORDAINED by the Council of the City of Petaluma as follows:
Section 1. A new Title 16 entitled "Airport and Aircraft" is hereby
added to the Petaluma Municipal Code .
Section 2. A new Chapter 16.04 entitled "General Provisions and
Definitions" is hereby added to the Petaluma Municipal Code as follows
CHAPTER 16.04 -GENERAL PROVISIONS AND DEFINITIONS
Sections
16.04.010 Definitions.
16.04.020 Compliance With Federal Aviation Act and Federal
Regulations.
16.04.030 Airport Manager Shall Enforce Rules and Regulations.
16.04.040 Compliance With Applicable Rules and Laws .
1b.04.050 Compliance With Rules by Flight Instructors and
Students.
16.04.060 Radio Contact Between Pilots and Fixed Base Operators.
16.04.070 Duties and Powers of the Airport Manager.
16.04.080 Hours of Airport Operation.
16.04.090 Interference With Airport Use Prohibited.
16.04.100 Entrance on Restricted Areas Prohibited.
16.04.110 Animals at Airport.
16.04.120 Assumption of Liability for Airport Use.
16.04.130 Use of Airport for Commercial Activities .
16.04.140 Contract/Permit Required To Conduct Commercial
Business.
16.04.150 Reporting of Accidents.
16.04.160 Firearms at the Airport.
16.04.170 Disposal of Garbage.
16.04.180 Damage to Airport Property.
16.04.190 Commercial Photography and Filming.
16.04.200 Club and Other Private Meetings .
16.04.210 Religious, Charitable and Political Activities.
16.04.220 Airshows, Exhibitions, and Other Special Events.
16.04.230 Fees, Rates and Charges.
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16.04.010 Definitions.
As used in Title 16, unless the context clearly indicates otherwise,
the following definitions shall apply:
A. ".Aircraft" means and includes any and all contrivances now or
hereinafter used far navigation or flight in air or space, including but
not limited to, airplanes, airships, dirigibles, helicopters, gliders,
ultralights, amphibians and seaplanes.
B. "Airman" means an individual who engages, as the person in
command or as pilot, mechanic, or member of the crew, in the naviga-
tion of aircraft, or an individual who is directly in charge of the
inspection, maintenance, overhauling, or repair of aircraft, aircraft
engines, propellers, or associated accessories.
C. "Airport" means the Petaluma Municipal Airport.
D. "Airport Commission" means the seven (7) members appointed
to the Commission by the City Council.
E. "Airport Manager" means the City Manager or his designee.
F. "Airport Operations Area" shall mean that portion of the
Airport designated and used for landing, taking off, or surface
maneuvering of aircraft.
G. "Based Aircraft" means any aircraft assigned a reserved
parking space, tiedown, or hanger space at the Airport, whether or not
such assignment is made under written lease with the City of Petaluma.
H. "City" means the City of Petaluma, California.
I. "Council" means the City Council of the City of Petaluma,
California .
J. "FAA" means the Federal Aviation Administration of the
United States of America, as defined in the Federal Aviation Act of
1958, or any subsequent and successor to that agency created for the
control and operation of aviation and its related functions .
K . "Fire Marshal" means the Fire Marshal of the City of Petaluma
or his designee .
L. "Fixed Base Operator" means a person or entity who has
obtained a contract or permit to operate as a general aviation
concessionaire at the Airport.
M. "Owner" means the registered or legal owner of an aircraft
according to the records of the Federal Aviation Administration.
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N. "Person" means individuals, firms, companies, corporations,
public agencies, and any other person as defined in Title 1, Chapter
1.04 of the Petaluma Municipal Code.
O. "Restricted Area" means any portion of any Airport not
intended for use by the general public and so posted by the City.
P. "Rules and Regulations" means the provisions of Title 16 of
the Petaluma Municipal Code contained herein.
Q. "Title 16" refers to the provisions of Title 16 of the Petaluma
Municipal Code.
R. "Vehicle" shall mean a device in, upon, or by which any
person or property is or may be propelled and includes, but is not
limited to automobiles, motorcycles, trucks, tractors, bicycles, buses,
and trailers.
16.04.020 Compliance With Federal Aviation Act and Federal
Regulations.
A. The Federal Aviation Act of 1958 authorizes the Administrator
of the Federal Aviation Administration to prescribe Air Traffic Rules
and Regulations governing the flight of aircraft. The Federal Aviation
Regulations promulgated by the Administrator cover all flights on or in
the vicinity of the Airport.
B. Aircraft operators, pilots, and other users of the Airport are
required to be familiar with and comply with the Federal Aviation
Regulations, and, in particular, Part 91, General Operating and Flight
Rules, of said regulations.
C. All aeronautical activities at the Airport and all flying of
aircraft departing from or arriving at said Airport, shall be conducted
in conformity with the Federal Aviation Regulations.
16.04.030 Airport Manager Shall Enforce Rules and Regulations.
The Airport Manager is empowered to oversee the operations of the
Airport and to apply and enforce the rules and regulations contained in
Title 16 of the Petaluma Municipal Code. The provisions of Title 16 are
supplemental to the Federal Aviation Regulations and apply specifically
to the Airport.
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16.04.040 Compliance With Applicable Rules and Laws.
All persons using the Airport shall be subject to, and governed
by, the rules and regulations contained in Title 16 of the Petaluma
Municipal Code, and all other applicable provisions of City ordinances
and resolutions, County ordinances and resolutions, State and Federal
laws, and the Federal Aviation Administration Regulations.
16.04.050 Compliance With Rules by Flight Instructors and Students.
All based flight instructors shall inform their students of the rules
and regulations contained in Title 16. All flight instructors shall be
responsible for the conduct of students under their direction during
dual instruction. When a student is .flying solo, it shall be the
student's responsibility to observe and abide by these rules and
regulations .
16.04.060 Radio Contact Between Pilots and Fixed Base Operators.
Radio contacts between pilot(s) and Fixed Base Operator(s) at the
Airport shall be conducted in accordance with the procedures and by
means of the phraseologies recommended by the Federal Communications
Commission (FCC) wherever practical.
16.04.070 Duties and Powers of the Airport Manager.
A. The Airport Manager shall represent the City at all times in
regard to all Airport matters. He shall also have the following duties
and powers:
1. The Airport Manager shall at all times have authority to
take such actions as may be deemed necessary to safeguard the public
in attendance at the Airport. Every Fixed Base Operator, pilot,
mechanic or other person employed on or using the Airport shall
cooperate to enforce these Rules and Regulations and to see that all
persons upon the premises use care to prevent injury to persons or
damage to property.
2. The Airport Manager may suspend or restrict any or all
operations at the Airport without regard to weather conditions whenever
such action is deemed necessary in the interest of safety.
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3. The Airport Manager may suspend, as a means of
safeguarding the Airport and the public, the privileges of the Airport
and its facilities to any person refusing to comply with these Rules and
Regulations .
4. The Airport Manager shall have authority to restrict
Airport operations to such portion (s) of the Airport as he may deem
necessary or desirable. Any part of the Airport temporarily unsafe for
aircraft operation which is not available for any cause, shall be clearly
marked in accordance with recommendations of the FAA.
5. The Airport Manager may issue permits or written
permission for use of the Airport as authorized by this Title 16.
6. The Airport Manager in any contingency or emergency
not specifically covered by these Rules and Regulations is authorized to
make such decisions as to him may seem proper.
B. Any person aggrieved by a decision of the Airport Manager
restricting or prohibiting use of the Airport and its facilities, or
prohibiting or restricting Airport operations, may appeal the Airport
Manager's decision to the Airport Commission . A notice of appeal
.stating the grounds therefor shall be filed with the City Clerk.
16.04.080 Hours of Airport Operation.
The Airport shall be open for public use at all hours of the day
and night., subject to these Rules and Regulations and subject to the
condition of the landing area, as may be determined by the Airport
Manager.
16.04.090 Interference With Airport Use Prohibited.
No person shall obstruct, impair, or unreasonably interfere with
the use of the Airport by any other person, or obstruct, impair, or
unreasonably interfere with the passage and safe, orderly and efficient
use of the Airport by any other person., vehicle or aircraft.
16.04.100 Entrance on Restricted Areas Prohibited.
No person shall enter any portion of the Airport designated a
restricted area unless authorized to do so by the Airport Manager.
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16.04.110 Animals at Airport.
No person shall enter any Airport operations area or landing area
with any animal, excepting a guide dog for the blind, hearing impaired
or a leashed animal taken to and from an aircraft. Animals may be
permitted in other areas of the Airport if restrained by a leash or
confined in such a manner as to be under control.
16.04.120 Assumption of Liability for Airport Use.
The privilege of using the Airport and its facilities shall be
conditioned upon the assumption of full responsibility and risk by the
user thereof and such user shall release, hold harmless, and indemnify
the City and its officers and employees, against claims arising from use
of the Airport.
16.04.130 Use of Airport for Commercial Activities.
Subject to applicable orders, certificates, or permits of the FAA or
National Transportation Safety Board, or their successors, no person
shall use the Airport or any portion thereof., or any of its improvements
or facilities, for revenue-producing commercial business or activities
without compliance with the requirements of Title 16, and other
provisions of the Petaluma Municipal Code. Such business or commercial
activities shall include, but not be limited to any business for the
operation, service or repair of aircraft, any solicitation of data or
statistical information; peddling of any goods, merchandise or food, any
advertisements or promotion of goods or services, any offer to sell,
rent, or lease goods or services directed to the public.
16.04.140 Contract/Permit Required to Conduct Commercial Business.
A. No commercial business shall be conducted on the Airport
without the operator thereof having a current contract/permit which has
been approved by the City Council and a City business license.
1. Such contract/permit. shall define the areas of Airport
land and facilities to be used by the tenant or operator.
2. .Such contract/permit shall stipulate .services to be
rendered and the operator may charge reasonable fees for such
services.
B . It shall be unlawful for any person not so authorized by
contract/permit to engage in any commercial business at the Airport
including the operation, service or repair of aircraft on Airport
premises for hire.
16.04.150 Reporting of Accidents.
Any person involved in an accident at the Airport which results in
damage or injury to one or more persons or to property shall promptly
report such occurrences to the Airport Manager.
16.04.160 Firearms at the Airport.
A. No person except peace officers, duly authorized government
employees, members of the Armed Forces of the United States, or other
persons duly authorized by law to carry a firearm or similar instrument
in his possession shall have any of the following in his possession on
Airport property: any firearm, fireworks, gun, pistol, revolver,
explosive of similar nature, airgun, BB gun, pellet gun or any other
instrument enumerated in Section 10.56.010 of this Code.
B. Exceptions. This prohibition shall not apply to persons
possessing flares or other aircraft survival equipment nor to persons
carrying firearms in cases, broken down, or unloaded.
16.04.170 Disposal of Garbage.
No person .shall dispose of garbage, papers, refuse or other
material on the Airport except in receptacles provided for that purpose.
16.04.180 Damage to Airport Property.
It shall be unlawful for any person to destroy, damage, or deface
or cause to be destroyed, damaged, or defaced any public property
located at the Airport. Any person causing or responsible for such
destruction or damage shall report such damage to the Airport Manager,
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anal upon demand of the Airport Manager shall reimburse the Airport
for the full amount of the damage. Any person failing to report and/or
reimburse the Airport for damage may be refused the use of any facility
until and unless said report and/or reimbursement is made.
16.04.190 Commercial Photography and Filming.
No person shall take still, motion, or sound pictures for commercial
purposes on the Airport without permission from the Airport Manager.
Exception : This section shall not apply to representatives of the press and
other news services reporting on persons or events which are on the
news excepting that all such persons must obtain permission from the
Airport Manager prior to entrance on any of the Airport operations
area.
16.04.200 Club and Other Private Meetings.
No person shall sponsor or conduct club, association or other
private meetings on Airport property except as authorized in writing by
the Airport Manager.
16.04.210 Religious, Charitable and Political Activities .
A. Notwithstanding the provisions of Title 13, Chapter 13.32 of
this Code, this Section shall govern the issuance of permits for
activities specified in Subsection B of this Section including those
activities on the Airport which may incidentally affect traffic and
parking on streets in the Airport vicinity.
B . It shall be unlawful for any person to sponsor or conduct any
of the following activities on the Airport without first obtaining a
special activity permit from the Airport Manager:
1. Any public parade, rally, or demonstration.
2. Any public distribution or offer for sale of pamphlets,
circulars or other written materials for religious, charitable, political or
other non-commercial purposes.
3. The carrying, posting, or displaying -of any signs or
placards for religious, charitable, political or other non-commercial
purposes .
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4. Solicitation of contributions. For purposes of this
section "contributions" shall mean and include the words donations,
money, alms, food, clothing, subscriptions, property, credit, financial
assistance, or other thing of value.
C. A verified application for a permit shall be filed with the
Airport Manager on a form provided by the Airport Manager. The
application shall set forth the following:
1. The name, address and telephone number of the
person/organization conducting/sponsoring the proposed special activity
and the individual who will be in charge of the activity at the Airport.
2. The nature/purpose of the activity.
3. The date(s), time(s) and location for the proposed
activity .
4. The estimated number of persons who will participate in
the activity.
_ 5. Such other information the Airport Manager finds
reasonably necessary to determine whether to grant the permit under
this section.
D. The Airport Manager shall determine whether to issue or deny
the permit within five (5) business days of receipt of a completed
application. Any permit denial shall be in writing and shall specify the
grounds therefor. The Airport Manager shall issue a permit unless he
determines from the application or other information that:
1. The location or time of the proposed activity would
conflict with a previously scheduled Airport activity or event.
2. The proposed activity would interfere with Airport use
or the safe and orderly movement of pedestrian, vehicular, or aircraft
traffic at the Airport or on streets in the Airport vicinity.
3. The proposed activity would be in violation of any
applicable law as described in Section 16.04.040 of this Code.
4. The location of the proposed special activity is not
authorized pursuant to Subsection E of this Section.
5. Any of the grounds for permit denial specified in Section
13.32.080 of this Code exist.
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E. Special activities shall not be permitted in any of the
following Airport areas
1. Any Airport area designated a restricted area by the
Airport Manager or which is otherwise not open to the general public
including but not limited to the aircraft apron area.
2. Any restroom.
3. Any Airport area or facility for which a lease or permit
has been granted to conduct commercial activities in accordance with
Section 16.04.140 of this Code.
4. Any aircraft operating area.
F. The Airport Manager may condition the issuance of a permit
by imposing reasonable requirements concerning the time, place, and
manner of the activity and such requirements are necessary to protect
the safety of persons and property, normal operations of the Airport,
and compliance with all applicable laws. Such permit conditions may
include a requirement that the permittee indemnify the City as
specified in Section 13.32.120 of the Code, pay cleanup deposits (when
applicable) as specified in Section 13.32.140 of the Code and/or police
traffic control fees (when applicable) as specified in Section 13.32.150
of the Code. It shall be unlawful to violate any of the terms or
conditions of the permit.
G. Insurance shall be required for any public parade, rally or
demonstration involving thirty (30) or more participants as specified in
Section 13.32.130 of this Code. The insurance requirements of
Subsections 13.32.130 A, B, and C shall be waived by the Airport
Manager if the conditions specified in Subsection 13.32.130 D of this
Code are satisfied.
H. A special activity permit shall be issued for the date(s)
requested in the application, or thirty (30) days, whichever is less.
I. The permit applicant may appeal a permit denial or condition
to the Airport Commission within seven (7) days of the date of personal
service or posting in the mail of the notice thereof . The appeal shall
be filed with the City Clerk stating the grounds therefor. Whenever
the Airport Manager is a designee of the City Manager, the permit
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applicant may request that the City Clerk schedule the appeal before
the City Manager instead. The City Manager or his designated hearing
officer shall conduct an appeal heari ng within three (3) business days
after an appeal is filed. If the appeal is heard before the City
Manager, the City Manager's decision is the final City decision.
16.04.220 Airshows, Exhibitions, and Other Special Events.
A. Notwithstanding the provisions of Title 13, Chapter 13.32 of
this Code, this section shall govern the issuance of permits for events
specified in Subsection B of this Section including those events on the
Airport which may incidentally affect traffic and parking on streets in
the Airport vicinity.
B . No person shall sponsor or conduct any of the following
events on Airport property without first obtaining a permit from the
Airport Commission with rights of appeal to the City Council:
1. Any airshow or other special air event.
2. Any public exhibition, show, commercial demonstration,
or similar event on Airport property.
3. Any other special event on Airport property which is
open to the general public.
C. Permit applications shall be submitted to the Airport Manager
at least thirty (30) days prior to the planned event unless the filing
deadline is waived for good cause by the Airport Manager.
D. The permit application may be denied for any of the following
grounds
1. The location or time of the proposed event would conflict
with a previously scheduled Airport activity or event.
2. The proposed event would interfere with Airport use or
the safe and orderly movement of pedestrian, vehicular, or aircraft
traffic at the Airport or on streets in the Airport vicinity.
3. The proposed activity would be in violation of any
applicable law as described in Section 16.04.040 of this Code.
4. The event is not compatible with other Airport uses or
activities or is otherwise not in the best interests of the operation of
the Airport.
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5. A previous special activity permit issued under this
Section has been. suspended and the period of suspension has not
expired, or has been revoked within one (1) year of the date of
application .
6. Any of the grounds for permit denial of special event
permits specified in Section 13.32.080 of this Code exist
E. The Airport Manager/City Council may impose conditions and
restrictions on issuance of a permit including the deposit of cleanup
fees to ensure that the Airport site will be cleaned and restored after
the event. Such permit conditions may include a requirement that the
permittee assume liability for the event as specified in Section
16.04.120 of the Code, and that the permittee obtain a Comprehensive
General Liability Insurance policy in the amount and scope of coverage
prescribed by City Council resolution.
F. A permit may be revoked or suspended by the Airport
Manager/City Council for failure to comply with permit terms and
conditions or for any of the reasons specified for permit denial under
Subsection D of this Section . Notice of the grounds far permit
revocation/suspension shall be personally served or served by mail on
the permittee .
G. The permit applicant/permittee may appeal a permit denial,
condition, revocation or suspension to the City Council within seven (7)
days of the date of personal service or posting in the mail of the Notice
thereof. The appeal shall be filed with the City Clerk stating the
grounds therefor.
16.04.230 Fees, Rates, and Charges.
A schedule of fees, rates, and charges for use of Airport areas
and facilities shall be established by resolution of the City Council.
Section 3. Anew Chapter 16.08 entitled "Motor Vehicles at Airport" is
hereby added to the Petaluma Municipal Code.
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CHAPTER 16.08 -MOTOR VEHICLES AT AIRPORT
Sections
.16.08.010 Compliance with State Law.
16.08.020 Parking in Designated Areas.
16.08.030 Parking on Parallel Taxiway or on Runway Prohibited.
16.08.040 Driving in Excess of Posted Speed Limit Prohibited.
16.08.050 Vehicles to Yield Right of Way to Aircraft.
16.08.010 Compliance with State Law.
Every person who operates any motor vehicle or mobile equipment
on the Airport shall comply with all applicable provisions of the laws of
the State of California and any special regulations prescribed herein for
the control of such vehicles excepting in cases of emergency involving
life or property.
16.08.020 Parking in Designated Areas.
A. The City shall designate by appropriate posting the following:
1. Places where vehicles may or may not be parked in
aircraft parking areas. Vehicles shall not be left standing on taxiways.
2. The period of time for which vehicles may be parked at
any place on the Airport.
B . The City shall be authorized to remove any vehicle parked on
any roadway, parking area, or other posted area of the Airport in
violation of this Chapter, and to impound the same at the owner's
expense and without liability to the City for damages which may result
from, or in the course of, such moving.
16.08.030 Parking on Parallel Taxiway or on Runway Prohibited.
Motor vehicles, except emergency vehicles, shall not be driven
onto the parallel taxiway or runway without the express permission of
the Airport Manager. Such authorized vehicles shall be distinctly
painted or marked in accordance with the provisions of the current FAA
requirements for marking of vehicles used on landing areas. Automobile
parking may be permitted in specified general aviation aircraft parking
areas.
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16.08.040 Driving in Excess of Posted Speed Limit Prohibited.
No vehicles shall be driven upon any road or upon other areas
within the perimeter of the Airport in excess of the speed which is
posted at the entrance to the Airport or upon a particular road or
area. The driver of every vehicle shall adhere to any sign posted to
regulate vehicular traffic or about the Airport for the public safety.
16..08.050 Vehicles to Yield Right of Way to .Aircraft.
All vehicles except emergency vehicles engaged in emergency
activity shall at all times yield the right-of-way to any and all aircraft.
Section 4. A new Chapter 16.12 entitled "Aircraft on Ground" is
hereby added to the Petaluma Municipal Code.
CHAPTER 16.12 -AIRCRAFT ON GROUND
Sections
16.12.010 Aircraft Parking in Designated Areas.
16.12.020 Fees by Fixed Base Operators.
16.12.030 Parking for Special Events.
16.12.040 Parking in Areas Not Under Lease.
16.12.050 Parking in Taxiway Areas Prohibited.
16.12.060 Unattended Aircraft.
16.12.070 Start-up and Run-up of Aircraft.
16.12.080 Hand-Proping of Aircraft Engines.
16.12.090 Use of Aircraft Apron Area Restricted.
16.12.100 Removal of Disabled Aircraft.
16.12.010 Aircraft Parking in Designated Areas.
Aircraft shall be parked in designated areas administered by the
City and in areas rented to commercial operators. Aircraft owners or
operators may also park aircraft in privately-owned hangars erected on
land leased by the owner from the City.
16.12.020 Fees by Fixed Base Operators.
Fixed Base Operators may charge reasonable fees for use of leased
facilities. Appeals of such charges may be made to the Airport
Manager.
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16.12.030 Parking for Special Events.
For special events, aircraft shall be parked only in areas
designated by the Airport Manager.
16.12.040 Parking in Areas Not Under Lease.
No aircraft shall be parked in areas not under lease without
special written permission of the Airport Manager, who may authorize
such parking as a temporary measure or as an interim measure pending
the execution of a lease or contract.
16.12.050 Parking in Taxiway Areas Prohibited.
Taxiway areas shall be maintained open to taxiing aircraft at all
times, and no aircraft shall be parked in such taxiway areas or left
unattended in such a manner as to interfere with the free flow of
traffic.
16.12.060 Unattended Aircraft.
No aircraft shall be left unattended on the Airport unless properly
secured in a tiedown or within a hangar. Owners of aircraft shall be
responsible for damage resulting from failure to comply with this Section.
16.12.070 Start-up and Run-up of Aircraft.
Aircraft shall be started, warmed-up and run-up only in
designated areas. At no times shall engines be run-up when hangars,
shops, other buildings, or persons in observation areas are in the path
of the propeller slipstream.
16.12.080 Hand-Proping of Aircraft Engines.
Hand-Proping of aircraft engines is prohibited except when the
design of the aircraft is such that this is the only method of starting.
When handcranking is necessary., a licensed pilot or mechanic shall be
at the control at all times and the wheels shall be chocked.
16.12.090 Use of Aircraft Apron Area Restricted.
No persons except airmen, duly authorized personnel, passengers,
or other persons going to or from aircraft personally conducted by
airmen or airport attendants, shall be permitted to enter an aircraft
apron area. Any person or persons so excepted does not have the
privilege of unrestricted use of the apron. These privileges are
confined to the necessary use of such space in connection with flights
or routine duties .
.16.12.100 Removal of Disabled Aircraft.
Aircraft owners and their agents and pilots shall be responsible
for the prompt removal from the Airport of disabled aircraft and their
parts, except for salvage and repair conducted within an enclosed
hangar, unless required or directed to delay this action pending
investigation of an accident.
Section 5. A new Chapter 16.16 entitled "Aircraft Taxiing, Landing
and Takeoff" shall hereby be added to the Petaluma Municipal Code.
CHAPTER 16.16 -AIRCRAFT TAXIING, LANDING AND TAKEOFF
Sections
16.16.010 Aircraft Movement Areas Defined.
16.16.020 Aircraft Taxiing for Takeoff.
16.16.030 Use of Taxiways by Landing Aircraft.
16.16.040 Taxiing From a Parking Space.
16.16.050 Speed Limit for Taxiing.
16.16.060 Right of Way for Taxiing Aircraft.
16.16.070 Location of Aircraft During Engine Run-up .
16.16.080 Taxiing Under Power Into or Out of Hangar Prohibited.
16.16.090 Midfield or Intersection Takeoffs Prohibited.
16.16.100 Runway To Be Used for Takeoffs and Landings.
16.16.110 Exceptions for Emergencies.
16.16.010 Aircraft Movement Areas Defined.
Aircraft movement areas at the Airport are defined as the
runways, taxiways, and other areas of the Airport utilized for taxiing,
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take-off, and landing of aircraft. The movement areas do not,
however, exclude aircraft parking and loading ramps and the taxiways
serving the general aviation hangar storage areas.
16.16.020 Aircraft Taxiing for Takeoff.
All aircraft preparing to takeoff shall taxi via the taxiway to the
end of the runway for takeoff.
16.16.030 Use of Taxiways by Landing Aircraft.
All landing aircraft returning to the Airport flight line shall leave
the runway on the first available taxiway which is practical in order to
keep the runways clear for approaching aircraft. Aircraft shall not
make 1.80° turns on the runway after landing unless no taxiway is
available, but shall continue straight ahead until reaching the first
taxiway and shall clear the runway as soon as possible.
16.16.040 Taxiing From a Parking Space.
No person shall taxi an aircraft from an approved parking space
until the pilot has ascertained through information furnished by visual
inspection that there will be no danger of collision with any person or
object in the immediate area.
16.16.050 Speed Limit for Taxiing.
Aircraft shall be taxied at a safe and reasonable speed and
distance from other aircraft..
16.16.060 Right of Way for Taxiing Aircraft.
Taxiing aircraft shall not overtake other taxiing aircraft.
Approaching traffic shall give way to the right. At intersections, the
aircraft on the right shall have the right-of-way.
1b.1b.070 Location of Aircraft During Engine Run-up.
Taxiing aircraft shall be stopped at a distance from the end of
each runway, as marked by FAA standard broken yellow lines, for the
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purpose of engine run-up . Aircraft shall be turned to provide the
pilot with a clear view of approaching aircraft, and it shall be his
responsibility to remain clear of other traffic. No aircraft shall be
moved onto a runway until ready for takeoff .
16.16.080 Taxiing Under Power Into .or Out of Hangar. Prohibited.
Aircraft shall not be taxied under power into or out of any
hangar.
16.16.090 Midfield or Intersection Takeoffs Prohibited.
Midfield or intersections takeoffs are prohibited.
16.16.100 Runway To Be Used for Takeoffs and Landings.
Landings and takeoffs shall be made on the runway most nearly
aligned with the wind indicator at the Airport. When wind conditions
are calm, Runway 29 should be used.
16.16.110 Exceptions for Emergencies.
Exceptions to the Rules and Regulations governing landing and
takeoff specified in this Chapter shall only be made in an emergency
requiring immediate action as provided in Part 91.3 of the Federal
Aviation Regulations.
Section 6. A new Chapter 16.20 entitled "Aircraft Traffic Patterns"
shall hereby be added to the .Petaluma Municipal Code.
CHAPTER 16.20 -AIRCRAFT TRAFFIC PATTERNS
Sections
16.20.010 Compliance With FAA Rules.
16.20.020 Airport Traffic Patterns .
16.20.030 Aircraft Approaching to Determine Airport Conditions.
16.20.040 Helicopters.
16.20.010 Compliance With FAA Rules.
All aircraft arriving at or departing from the Airport shall conform
to the FAA rules for operations at airports without a control tower.
16.20.020 Airport Traffic Patterns.
Excepting for Ultralight Aircraft which are governed by Chapter
16.32 of this Code, the traffic patterns for the Airport shall be as
follows
A. Standard left hand rectangular pattern for Runway 11.
B . Nonstandard. right hand rectangular pattern for Runway 29.
C. At 1,079 feet mean sea level (MSL).
D. Entrance to pattern shall be at 45° angle to the downwind leg
and shall be established in the middle third of the downwind leg.
Aircraft entering the Airport traffic pattern shall be at pattern altitude
at least one-half mile before entering the pattern.
E. The normal departure procedure for aircraft shall be to
maintain runway headings to 1,200 feet MSL before turning. Aircraft
remaining in the pattern shall climb to 600 feet MSL before making
crosswind turn.
F. Aircraft with an approach speed less than 40 m.p.h. are
governed by Chapter 16.32 of this Code. entitled "Unlicensed Aircraft" .
16.20.030 Aircraft Approaching to Determine Airport Conditions.
All aircraft approaching to determine Airport conditions should
remain at 1,579 feet MSL or more above the Airport until entering the
pattern. It is recommended that aircraft entering or remaining in the
pattern announce their intentions on the unicorn radio.
16.20.040 Helicopters.
Helicopters arriving at or departing from the Airport shall operate
clear of the traffic patterns as specified in this Chapter and shall
operate on or over the field well clear of fixed-wing traffic.
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Section 7. A new Chapter 16.24 entitled "Aircraft Fueling and.
Defueling" is hereby added to the Petaluma Municipal Code.
CHAPTER 16.24 -AIRCRAFT FUELING AND REFUELING
Sections
16.24.010 Fueling and Defueling Restrictions.
16..24.020 Smoking Restrictions During Fueling and Defueling.
16.24.030 Spillage of Fuel.
16.24.040 Static Discharge Precautions.
16.24.050 Fire Extinguishers Required.
16.24.06.0 Restrictions on Engine Start-up.
16.24.070 Fueling Hoses and Defueling Equipment.
16.24.080 Grounding Devices for Fueling and Defueling Operations.
16.24.010 Fueling and Defueling Restrictions.
No aircraft shall be fueled or defueled at the Airport while engines
are running or while such aircraft is in a hangar or enclosed space.
16.24.020 Smoking Restrictions During Fueling and Defueling.
No smoking shall be permitted within fifty (50) feet of the aircraft
fuel tanks while the aircraft is being fueled or defueled or within fifty
(50) feet of any fuel carrier utilized for fueling or defueling of
aircraft .
16.24.030 Spillage of Fuel.
Persons engaged in the fueling or defueling of aircraft shall
exercise all caution to prevent spillage of fuel, including the filling of
tanks to the point where they would overflow from heat expansion.
16.24.040 Static Discharge Precautions.
No person shall use any material likely to cause a static discharge
during fueling or defueling of aircraft.
16.24.050 Fire Extinguishers Required.
Adequate fire extinguishers shall be within ready reach of persons
engaged in fueling and defueling operations at all times.
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16.24.060 Restrictions on Engine Start-up.
No person shall start the engine of any aircraft when there is gasoline
on the ground under the aircraft.
I6.24.070 Fueling Hoses and Defueling Equipment.
Fueling hoses and defueling equipment shall be maintained in a
safe, sound, and nonleaking condition at all times.
16.24.080 Grounding Devices for Fueling and Defueling Operations.
During fueling and defueling, the aircraft shall be properly
grounded.
Section 8. Anew Chapter 16.28 entitled "Airport Fire Safety Rules" is
hereby added to the Petaluma Municipal Code.
CHAPTER 16.28 -AIRPORT FIRE SAFETY RULES
Sections
16.28.010 Compliance With Applicable Fire Safety Rules.
16.28.020 Power Operated Tugs.
16.28.030 Storage of Material and Equipment.
16.28.040 Maintenance and Cleaning of Hangars.
16.28.050 Cleaning of Aircraft Engines and Parts.
16.28.060 Disposal of Gasoline and Other Flammable Waste
Products.
16.28.070 Painting and Doping of Aircraft.
16.28.080 Smoking Restrictions.
16.28.090 Cutting, Welding, and Spray Painting.
16.28.100 Electrical Wire, Fixtures, and Appliances.
16.28.110 Fixed Base Operators to Provide Fire Safety Training.
16.28.120 Portable Fire Extinguishers.
16.28.130 Duty to Report Fire.
16.28.140 Fire Marshal Drills and Inspections.
16.28.010 Compliance With Applicable Fire Safety Rules .
All persons using the Airport shall comply with the Fire Safety
Rules and Regulations contained in this Chapter and with all fire safety
laws, ordinances and regulations established by any governmental entity
having jurisdiction for fire protection at the Airport.
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16.28.020 Power Operated Tugs.
Power operated tugs used within hangars shall be of a type
approved by the Fire Marshal.
16.28.030 Storage of Material and Equipment.
A. No person shall store or stock material or equipment so as to
constitute a fire hazard.
B. No person shall store or place any flammable liquids, solids,
gases, signal flares, or similar hazardous materials within any hangar
or building except in areas or rooms specifically approved by the Fire
Marshal. The storage of flammable liquids within buildings shall be
under permit issued by the Fire Marshal. Such storage shall be in
approved containers bearing the label of the Underwriters Laboratories,
Inc . (five (5) gallon maximum container) .
C. All tenants of buildings shall maintain the floors of hangars,
hangar ramps, and adjacent areas free and clear of oil, grease, and
other flammable materials.
16.28.040 Maintenance and Cleaning of Hangars .
A. All tenants of buildings shall maintain the floors of hangars,
hangar ramps, and adjacent areas free and clean of oil, grease, and
other flammable materials.
B. No person shall use flammable substances for cleaning floors
of hangars or other buildings.
16.28.050 Cleaning of Aircraft Engines and Parts.
The cleaning of aircraft engines or other parts using solvents shall
be limited in scope and only nonflammable or high. flashpoint solvents
shall be used. Drip and collecting pans shall be used during any
cleaning process.
16.28.060 Disposal of Gasoline and Other Flammable Waste Projects .
No person shall dispose of gasoline, oil, solvent, or other
flammable waste products in any drain, manhole, open ditch, or other
Airport areas.
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16.28.070 Painting and Doping of Aircraft.
Painting and doping of aircraft with flammable liquids shall be
conducted only in areas or in buildings approved by the Fire Marshal.
16.28.080 Smoking Restrictions.
No person shall smoke any cigarette, cigar or pipe, or strike any
match or kindle any flame whatsoever within fifty (50) feet of any
aircraft while being fueled, or within fifty (50) feet from fuel islands or
any flammable liquid container, or within any aircraft workshop located
upon the Airport, except as approved by the Fire Marshal. Smoking
shall be permitted within areas designated by the Fire Marshal.
16.28.090 Cutting, Welding and Spray Painting.
Cutting, welding, and spray painting operations shall be conducted
only within areas or buildings approved by the Fire Marshal.
16.28.100 Electrical Wire, Fixtures and Appliances.
All electrical wiring, fixtures, and appliances shall be installed and
maintained in accordance with the City Building Code.
16.28.110 Fixed Base Operators to Provide Fire Safety Training.
Each Fixed Base Operator shall institute training programs for
employees in the use of portable fire extinguishing equipment and
methods of evacuating or relocating occupants of the premises in case of
fire or other emergency.
16.28.120 Portable Fire Extinguishers.
A. Portable fire extinguishers shall be provided and installed by
each Fixed Base Operator, within the operator's leased area, as
directed by the Fire Marshal as to number, type, and location.
B . Portable fire extinguishers shall not be moved from designated
locations for any reasons other than as a precaution against an
immediate hazard or to be recharged.
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C. Access to all fire extinguishing equipment shall be kept free
and unob structed at all times. Portable fire extinguishers shall be
inspected periodically by the Fire Marshal.
D. Access to all fire extinguishing equipment shall be kept free
and unob structed at all times. Portable fire extinguishers shall be
inspected periodically by the Fire Marshal.
16.28.130 Duty to Report Fire .
Every person who becomes aware of any fire or smoldering
combustion of any unwarranted or insidious nature which is not'
confined within equipment designed for fire or which is a hazard to the
premises shall report said fire or smoldering combustion without delay
to the local Fire Department.
1.6.2.8.140 Fire Marshal Drills and Inspections.
Fire prevention inspection shall be conducted by the Fire Marshal
and fire drills shall be held at his discretion.
Section 8. A new Chapter 16.32 entitled "Unlicensed Aircraft" is
hereby added to the Petaluma Municipal Code.
CHAPTER 16.32 -UNLICENSED AIRCRAFT
Sections
16.32.010 Rules and Regulations Governing Ultralight Aircraft.
16.32.020 Prior Permission Required.
16.32.030 Yielding Right of Way.
16.32.040 Compliance With FAA Rules.
16.32.010 Rules and Regulations Governing Ultralight Aircraft.
All air vehicles not licensed by the FAA are considered Ultralight
Aircraft. Due to the unique operating characteristics, licensing
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procedures and minimal Federal Air Regulations, this Chapter shalt
establish specific rules and regulations governing ultralight aircraft
operators as defined in FAR Part 103. All other provisions of Title 16,
excepting Chapter 16.20 governing aircraft traffic patterns, are
applicable to ultralight aircraft operators.
16.32.020 Prior Permission Required.
All ultralight operations shall require approval of the Airport
Manager for each arrival or departure for safety reasons because of the
potential hazard of ultralight operations.
16.32.030 Yielding Right of Way.
In accordance with FAA Part 103.13, ultralight operators shall
maintain vigilance so as to see and avoid conventional aircraft and shall
yield the right-of-way to all conventional aircraft.
16.32.040 Compliance With FAA Rules.
All ultralight aircraft arriving at or departing from the Airport
shall conform to the FAA rules for operations at airports without a
control tower.
Section 9. A new Chapter 16.36 entitled "Violations and Penalties" is
hereby added to the Petaluma Municipal Code.
CHAPTER 16.36 -VIOLATIONS AND PENALTIES
Sections
16.36.010 Penalty for Violations.
16.36.010 Penalty for Violations.
Any person violating any provision of Title 16 shall be deemed
guilty of a misdemeanor and, upon conviction thereof, shall be punished
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by a fine not to exceed One Thousand Dollars ($1,000) or six (6)
months in jail, or both such fine and imprisonment.
Section 10 . Severability Clause .
If any section, subsection, sentence, clause, phrase, or word of
this ordinance is for any reason held to be unconstitutional by a court
of competent jurisdiction, such decision shall not affect the validity of
the remaining portion of the ordinance. The City Council of the City
of Petaluma hereby declares that it would have adopted this ordinance
and each and all provisions thereof irrespective of the fact that any one
or more of said provisions be declared unconstitutional.
Section 11. The City Clerk is hereby directed to post/publish this
ordinance for the period and in the manner required by the City
Charter.
Introduced and ordered posted/published this 21st day of
May 1990.
Adopted this 4th day of June 1990, by the
following vote:
AYES: Tencer, Woolsey, Balshaw, Davis, Vice Mayor~.Sobel, Mayor Hilligoss
NOES : 0
ABSENT: Cavanagh
Attest: Approved as to Form:
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title 16
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