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Airside Vehicle Operations Program and Procedure Amendment 2 June, 7, 2017

AIRSIDE VEHICLE OPERATIONS

PROGRAM AND PROCEDURES

NIAGARA DISTRICT AIRPORT

Certificate Number

5151-1-152

Jamie Smith Manager Airside Groundside Services

Niagara District Airport P.O. Box 640

Virgil, ON L0S 1T0

Telephone (905) 684-7447

Facsimile (905) 905-684-2433

Email

[email protected]

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

TABLE OF CONTENTS ........................................................................................................... iii LIST OF EFFECTIVE PAGES .................................................................................................. v

RECORD OF AMENDMENTS ............................................................................................... vii 1. PROGRAM OVERVIEW ................................................................................................... 1

1.1 INTRODUCTION ........................................................................................................ 1 1.2 ADMINISTRATION.................................................................................................... 1 1.3 EMPLOYER RESPONSIBILITES .............................................................................. 1

1.4 DRIVER’S LICENCE REQUIREMENTS .................................................................. 2 1.5 DRIVER RESPONSIBILITIES ................................................................................... 2 1.5.1 LIGHTING ............................................................................................................... 2

1.5.2 BEACONS / FOUR WAY FLASHERS................................................................... 2 1.5.3 BEACON INSTALLATION .................................................................................... 2 1.6 RADIO FREQUENCIES ............................................................................................. 3 1.6.1 CALL SIGN .............................................................................................................. 3

2. AVOP APPLICATION AND RENEWAL ......................................................................... 1 2.1 INTRODUCTION ........................................................................................................ 1

2.2 APPLYING FOR AN AVOP ....................................................................................... 1 2.3 FEES ............................................................................................................................. 1 2.3.1 LATE/CANCELLATION FEE ................................................................................ 1

2.4 AVOP PERMITS ......................................................................................................... 1 2.5 APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS ............................................................................ 1

2.6 TRAINING ................................................................................................................... 2 2.7 TESTING TO OBTAIN AN AVOP ............................................................................ 2

2.7.1 WRITTEN TEST ...................................................................................................... 2 2.7.2 REWRITING THE TEST ......................................................................................... 2

2.7.3 PRACTICAL TEST .................................................................................................. 2 2.7.4 RETAKING THE PRACTICAL TEST.................................................................... 3 2.8 RENEWING A PERMIT ............................................................................................. 3

2.9 TERMINATION OF PERMIT ..................................................................................... 3 2.10 PERMIT IS NON-TRANSFERABLE ..................................................................... 3 2.11 VEHICLE REQUIREMENTS.................................................................................. 3

2.12 LOST/STOLEN/DESTROYED CARDS ................................................................. 3 3. ENFORCEMENT, INFRACTIONS AND APPEALS ....................................................... 1

3.1 INTRODUCTION ........................................................................................................ 1 3.2 ENFORCEMENT OFFICERS ..................................................................................... 1

3.3 VIOLATIONS .............................................................................................................. 1

Appeal ..................................................................................................................................... 1

3.3.1 SURRENDERING A PERMIT ................................................................................ 1 3.4 DRIVER’S LICENCE SUSPENSION ......................................................................... 2 3.5 SMOKING................................................................................................................... 2 3.6 ALCOHOL, MEDICATION OR DRUGS ................................................................... 2

4. SAFETY REQUIREMENTS AND PRACTICES ............................................................. 1 4.1 INTRODUCTION ........................................................................................................ 1 4.1.1 ACCIDENTS AND INCIDENTS ............................................................................ 1

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4.1.2 INTERFERENCE OF TRAFFIC ............................................................................. 1 4.1.3 ESCORTING OF PASSENGERS ............................................................................ 1

4.1.4 PEDESTRIANS ........................................................................................................ 1 4.1.5 PERSONAL ENTERTAINMENT DEVICES ......................................................... 1 4.1.6 WEARING SAFETY VESTS .................................................................................. 1

4.1.7 DRIVER DISORIENTATION ................................................................................. 1 4.1.8 EQUIPMENT FAILURE.......................................................................................... 1 4.2 HAZARDOUS CONDITIONS .................................................................................... 2 4.2.1 FOD........................................................................................................................... 2 4.2.2 AIRCRAFT ENGINES ............................................................................................. 2

5. AIRSIDE RULES OF THE ROAD .................................................................................... 1 5.1 GENERAL.................................................................................................................... 1 5.2 RIGHT OF WAY ......................................................................................................... 1 5.3 UNSAFE OPERATION ............................................................................................... 1

5.4 MANOEUVRING AREA ............................................................................................ 1 5.5 SPEED LIMIT .............................................................................................................. 1 5.6 AIRCRAFT CUT-OFF ................................................................................................. 1

5.6.1 ESCORTING VEHICLES ........................................................................................ 1 5.7 APRON ......................................................................................................................... 2

5.8 HELICOPTER TRAFFIC ............................................................................................ 2 5.9 4-WAY FLASHERS .................................................................................................... 2 5.10 OPERATIONS ON MANOEUVRING AREAS (Runways and Taxiways) ............ 2

5.11 WORKING RADIO.................................................................................................. 3 5.12 GATE ACCESS ........................................................................................................ 3

6. RADIOTELEPHONE PROCEDURES ............................................................................... 1 6.1 FLIGHT SERVICE STATION OPEN ......................................................................... 1 6.2 FLIGHT SERVICE STATION CLOSED .................................................................... 2

6.3 RADIO FAILURE ........................................................................................................ 3

7. SIGNS AND LIGHTS ......................................................................................................... 1 7.1 SIGNS ........................................................................................................................... 1 7.2 LIGHTING ................................................................................................................... 1

8. MAP ..................................................................................................................................... 1 APPENDIX A – OFFENCES AND SUSPENSIONS ................................................................ 1 APPENDIX B - DEFINITIONS ................................................................................................ 1

APPENDIX C – SAMPLE QUESTIONS .................................................................................. 1

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App A – 1 Amendment 2 June 7, 2017

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RECORD OF AMENDMENTS

AOM

Amend. No.

Date of Issue

(m-d-y)

Date Entered

(m-d-y)

Entered By

Original June 27, 2012

June 27, 2012 Patti Gamble

Amendment 1 July 17, 2013

July 17, 2013

Patti Gamble

Amendment 2

June 7, 2017

June 7, 2017

Jamie Smith

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1. PROGRAM OVERVIEW

1.1 INTRODUCTION

The Airside Vehicle Operator’s Permit (AVOP) Program establishes the standards by which vehicles operating at Niagara District Airport must be operated, equipped and marked. This plan describes: The AVOP Program, including:

• permit application and renewal procedures

• vehicle licencing, marking, and lighting requirements

• AVOP Program enforcement, infractions and appeals

• airside surfaces at the airport and the pavement markings, signage, and lighting used on each

• traffic directives for driving on all airside surfaces at the airport

• general airside safety practices and requirements

• radiotelephone protocols used at Niagara District Airport.

No other airport’s AVOP is valid at Niagara District Airport. Content in this plan complies with the standards and practices published in Transport Canada’s Aerodrome Standards and Recommended Practices TP 312.

1.2 ADMINISTRATION

The Niagara District Airport Commission, as the airport operator, reserves the right to enforce and amend from time to time the AVOP Program at the Niagara District Airport. Where there is a discrepancy between these directives and an act, law or regulation, the appropriate legislation shall supersede these directives. There are two types of AVOP permits. A “D/A” Permit allows a driver to operate a self-propelled vehicle on the aprons only. A “D” Permit allows an operator to drive anywhere on the airport in the performance of their duties. Examples of D holders include airport staff and employees of companies who have rented portions of the airport requiring vehicle escort on the manoeuvring areas. Both types of permits are issued at the sole discretion of the Niagara District Airport Commission. Enforcement authority is delegated to the Manager Airside Groundside Services..

1.3 EMPLOYER RESPONSIBILITES

For the purposes of the AVOP Program, employers are defined as any airport tenants, Niagara District Airport contractors and support service companies. Where the delivery of these services requires personnel to drive airside for the performance of job-related duties, it is the employer’s responsibility to: provide information about the AVOP Program to employees and ensure that employees:



• are in compliance with all PDL requirements and restrictions

• receive adequate airside driver training

1.4 DRIVER’S LICENCE REQUIREMENTS

All AVOP holders must hold a valid provincial or territorial driver’s licence.

1.5 DRIVER RESPONSIBILITIES

All AVOP holders shall comply with the following:

• Vehicle operators shall ensure that they are qualified and trained to operate the equipment they are using airside

• Vehicle operators are responsible for any equipment or vehicle they take airside. Vehicles must be in sound mechanical condition and meet all safety and regulatory requirements as described in this book.

• Vehicle operators shall carry their AVOP permit on the outside of their clothing with the picture facing out.

• When requested to do so by airport staff AVOP holders must present the following documents:

o a valid AVOP o A valid provincial driver’s licence (PDL)

1.5.1 LIGHTING

All vehicle lights shall be in good working order.

1.5.2 BEACONS / FOUR WAY FLASHERS

All vehicles operated or driven in the Manoeuvring Area must be equipped with a rotating or pulsing amber warning light. The beacon’s enclosing globe shall be “aviation yellow” for all vehicles except emergency vehicles. Beacons must be turned on at all times while vehicles are in motion on airside surfaces. If a vehicle on the Movement Area does not have a beacon then four way flashers must be activated. An operating beacon indicates that the operator is in the vehicle and prepared to move. Note: The only vehicles allowed to operate on the manoeuvring area without a beacon are those under escort, four way flashers must be activated.

1.5.3 BEACON INSTALLATION

Rotating beacons shall be mounted on the roof of a vehicle, or in any other location that enables the beam or pulse to be seen by aircraft or surface traffic from any position within 360° of the



vehicle. Beacons must rotate at a constant speed between 60 and 90 rotations per minute (RPMs) as per the Aerodrome Standards and Recommended Practices TP 312.

1.6 RADIO FREQUENCIES

Vehicles operating in the Manoeuvring Area must be equipped with authorized multi-dial transceivers capable of operating on 121.8 MHz and 123.25 Mhz.

1.6.1 CALL SIGN

Each vehicle operating in the Manoeuvring Area must have a call sign. A call sign uniquely identifies each vehicle in its communication with FSS. Application forms for the issuance of a call sign must be obtained from the Manager Airside Groundside Services. The Manager Airside Groundside Services will verify the requirement to operate in the Manoeuvring Area prior to authorizing and issuing the call sign. Vehicles driving airside under escort do not require call signs.



2. AVOP APPLICATION AND RENEWAL

2.1 INTRODUCTION

This section describes Airside Vehicle Operator’s Permit (AVOP) application and renewal requirement.

2.2 APPLYING FOR AN AVOP

AVOP applicants must demonstrate both a need and a right to drive airside. The Manager Airside Groundside Services will determine an applicant’s need to drive airside by assessing the applicant’s job related duties and the frequency of required airside access. Applications for an AVOP are available at the Airport Administration Office All applicants for a D Permit require a Radiotelephone Operator’s Restricted Certificate (Aeronautical) All applicants must show a need and a right to drive airside. All applicants must possess a valid PDL. (G2 licence not accepted)

2.3 FEES

The fee for a D/A AVOP Permit is $20.00 and for a D AVOP is $25.00. The fee to replace a lost/stolen/destroyed AVOP card is $15.00. The AVOP Permit will not be issued until payment is made to the Niagara District Airport Commission.

2.3.1 LATE/CANCELLATION FEE

If an applicant cancels a scheduled practical test less than two working days prior to the test date, or fails to appear for a scheduled practical test, the NDAC shall charge the applicant a late/cancellation administrative fee. The AVOP applicant is responsible for paying the fee ($15.00 plus HST totaling $16.95). The NDAC shall not grant AVOP driving privileges to an applicant with unpaid late/cancellation fees.

2.4 AVOP PERMITS

Niagara District Airport issues two types of AVOP permits. Each permit authorizes driving in the following specific areas of the airport: DA: Aprons and other uncontrolled airside surfaces. DA permit holders are prohibited from entering the Manoeuvring Area unless under escort by a D permit holder. D: The Manoeuvring Area

2.5 APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS

To obtain a DA permit applicants must:



• complete a “Niagara District Airport Application for an Airside Vehicle Operator’s Permit”

• possess a valid provincial driver’s licence (PDL)

• demonstrate their understanding of these directives by successfully completing a written test.

In addition to the requirements listed above, D permit applicants must:

• complete Airside Vehicle Operator’s training

• hold a Radiotelephone Operator’s Restricted Certificate (Aeronautical)

• successfully complete a practical test

2.6 TRAINING

Applicants for a D permit shall have practical airside driving experience prior to taking the driving test. Any person with a valid PDL may drive airside for the purposes of training only while accompanied by an individual with a valid PDL and AVOP permit appropriate to the training area. The accompanying individual shall be seated beside the trainee in the same vehicle and assume all responsibility for the vehicle’s operation. Training will be available at the Airport Administration office on Tuesdays in the morning by appointment only by calling the office at 905-684-7447 ext 10. Applicants for a D/A permit must obtain a copy of these directives by email or in person from airport administration prior to writing the test. Tests will be administered every Tuesday morning at 11:00 a.m.

2.7 TESTING TO OBTAIN AN AVOP

Applicants must pass a written test. The passing mark on this test will be 80%. Applicants for a D AVOP must also pass a driving test.

2.7.1 WRITTEN TEST

DA permit written tests consist of 15 questions relevant to the permit type. The D permit test consists of 25 questions.

2.7.2 REWRITING THE TEST

Applicants who fail to pass the written test may rewrite the test after a one week waiting period. The Niagara District Airport Commission reserves the right to deny AVOP privileges to an applicant who fails the written test three times.

2.7.3 PRACTICAL TEST

The practical test must be completed within three months of successful completion of the written test. If the practical test was not administered within the three month period, the applicant must rewrite the test.



2.7.4 RETAKING THE PRACTICAL TEST

Individuals who do not successfully complete the practical test may retake it. The NDAC reserves the right to deny an applicant the option of taking the test a third time.

2.8 RENEWING A PERMIT

D/A and D AVOPs expire every 5 years. Refresher testing will be done before an AVOP renewal is issued. Holders of D AVOP permits who have not used their permit for at least one year must pass both a written and a driving test. Owners or managers of companies who employ D AVOP permit holders are responsible for ensuring that the permits are valid.

2.9 TERMINATION OF PERMIT

The AVOP permit is the property of the Niagara District Airport Commission. It is the responsibility of the permit holder to return the permit to the Manager Airside Groundside Services when the permit is no longer required or the permit holder is informed in writing by the Manager Airside Groundside Services that the permit holder’s privileges have been revoked. Where the permit has been issued to an employee, e.g. a limousine driver, the company of the employee shall be responsible for collecting and returning the AVOP permit. The Manager Airside Groundside Services shall have the authority to revoke a permit if it is apparent that the holder of a permit no longer requires airside access. An example would be an employee of an operator at the airport whose employment has terminated. Where a permit is revoked, the permit holder and the company of employment will be notified in writing.

2.10 PERMIT IS NON-TRANSFERABLE

Neither the D AVOP nor D/A AVOP are transferable. The permit holder must display the permit at all times when driving airside and must show it to the Manager Airside Groundside Services or his designate when requested. AVOPS from other Airports are not valid at NDA.

2.11 VEHICLE REQUIREMENTS

AVOP holders must be qualified to operate the vehicle they are driving. Anyone driving airside must ensure that the vehicle they are driving is in a safe condition and free from any leaks and be driven in a safe manner.

2.12 LOST/STOLEN/DESTROYED CARDS

All lost/stolen/destroyed cards must be reported to the Airport Executive Assistant immediately at 905-684-7447 ext 10. A fee of $15.00 will be applied to lost/stolen/destroyed AVOP cards.



3. ENFORCEMENT, INFRACTIONS AND APPEALS

3.1 INTRODUCTION

You must follow the “rules of the road” just as you would on any city street. Airport staff will prepare reports on infractions to be reviewed by the Manager Airside Groundside Services who has the authority to suspend or revoke your AVOP privileges should you violate the rules and regulations. Duly authorized airport personnel have the authority to issue instructions for safety or operational reasons.

Enforcement includes periodic spot checks. The NDAC reserves the right to:

• test drivers at any time without notice to the driver

• suspend AVOP privileges for the violation of any directives described herein

• require an AVOP holder to complete additional training and testing.

3.2 ENFORCEMENT OFFICERS

The following personnel are authorized to enforce the AVOP program:

• airport staff

3.3 VIOLATIONS

In the event that a violation is committed, Airport staff have the authority to

stop and investigate the circumstances. AVOP holders must obey all directions

from Airport Staff. NDA shall issue either a Minor or Major Violation and move

forward with the type of suspension.

Appeal

Violations or revocations may be appealed within 30 days of the offence date.

A written letter outlining your description of the circumstances and

justification can be sent to NDA. Your appeal will be investigated and you will

be notified of the outcome. For details, see Appendix A,

3.3.1 SURRENDERING A PERMIT

AVOP permit holders operating vehicles airside shall surrender their AVOP to administration when requested by airport staff. Depending on the circumstances of surrender, the AVOP holder may be subject to penalties and sanctions.



3.4 DRIVER’S LICENCE SUSPENSION

Temporary or permanent suspension of a provincial or territorial driver’s licence invalidates an AVOP and must be immediately reported in writing to the Manager Airside Groundside Services.

3.5 SMOKING

Smoking is strictly prohibited anywhere airside including inside vehicles. Charges for non-compliance will be made under the Canadian Aviation Regulations.

3.6 ALCOHOL, MEDICATION OR DRUGS

No person operating a vehicle shall be under the influence of any substance, including alcohol, medication or illicit drugs. Operating a vehicle, whether in motion or not, while consuming or under the influence of illegal drugs or alcohol is an offence under the Criminal Code of Canada and the Highway Traffic Act.



4. SAFETY REQUIREMENTS AND PRACTICES

4.1 INTRODUCTION

Safety is the first responsibility of all airside vehicle operators. No person shall operate a vehicle in an airside area in a manner dangerous to aircraft, equipment, persons or vehicles. At no time do operational considerations, such as time pressures, allow drivers to disobey any of the directives in the plan.

4.1.1 ACCIDENTS AND INCIDENTS

Drivers shall report all accidents on the ground involving vehicles, pedestrians or aircraft resulting in:

➢ Personal injury ➢ Damage to aircraft, vehicles, equipment or property

to the Manager Airside Groundside Services immediately at 905-684-7447 ext. 12 or 905-329-1443 This directive supersedes any tenant or company directive.

4.1.2 INTERFERENCE OF TRAFFIC

No person on the apron shall interfere with the free movement of airport traffic

4.1.3 ESCORTING OF PASSENGERS

Individual tour or charter operators are responsible for escorting their passengers to and from the aircraft.

4.1.4 PEDESTRIANS

Pedestrians are not allowed on manoeuvring areas without permission.

4.1.5 PERSONAL ENTERTAINMENT DEVICES

The use of personal entertainment devices with earphones or headsets is prohibited airside.

4.1.6 WEARING SAFETY VESTS

All personnel are recommended to wear a reflective safety vest when performing their assigned duties on the Movement Area. This recommendation applies to:

➢ all persons on foot in the Movement Area ➢ drivers or passengers in vehicles or equipment open to the elements, such as tractors.

4.1.7 DRIVER DISORIENTATION

If vehicle operators become lost or confused while driving airside, they shall:

➢ stop the vehicle ➢ immediately notify the FSS

4.1.8 EQUIPMENT FAILURE



If equipment breaks down, operators shall immediately notify the FSS of their location and difficulty and request assistance.

4.2 HAZARDOUS CONDITIONS

4.2.1 FOD

All vehicle operators shall ensure that their vehicles do not deposit any debris on the airside (such as mud and gravel). Any debris can seriously damage aircraft engines. Removing FOD is the responsibility of everyone.

4.2.2 AIRCRAFT ENGINES

Do not pass in front of or behind an aircraft with its engines operating unless the wheels are chocked or the marshaller waves permission. AVOP Permit holders are encouraged to report to the Airport Manager the vehicle make, model, licence number and the time of incursion of vehicles they identify as operating frequently on the airside without an AVOP permit.



5. AIRSIDE RULES OF THE ROAD

5.1 GENERAL

Drivers must be alert at all times for airside vehicles, including airplanes that may approach from any direction.

5.2 RIGHT OF WAY

All vehicle operators shall give right of way to the following order of priority: 1. aircraft; 2. pedestrians; 3. emergency vehicles with warning devices operating; 4. snow removal or maintenance equipment in the performance of their duties; 5. vehicles towing aircraft; and 6. aircraft fuelling vehicles.

5.3 UNSAFE OPERATION

Your AVOP will be revoked immediately if you operate your vehicle in an unsafe or reckless manner. Some examples are:

➢ Runway Incursion; ➢ Impaired Driving; ➢ Excessive Speed; or ➢ Failure to yield to aircraft or emergency vehicles

5.4 MANOEUVRING AREA

D/A AVOP holders shall not enter any manoeuvring area unless under escort by a D AVOP holder. Entrances to taxiways are marked with double amber lights.

5.5 SPEED LIMIT

Speed Limit on aprons is 25 km/h or 10km within 25 ft. of any aircraft and during periods of reduced visibility.

5.6 AIRCRAFT CUT-OFF

An aircraft cut-off occurs when either an aircraft pilot or an aircraft tow crew must: ➢ Deviate from their planned course or adjust the aircraft or tow speed in order to maintain

a safe distance from a vehicle ➢ Alter their course to avoid a collision or the possibility of a collision with a vehicle

5.6.1 ESCORTING VEHICLES

5.6.1.1 – ESCORTING VEHICLES ON THE APRON

The driver of the vehicle providing the escort on the apron shall comply with the following requirements:

➢ possess a valid D/A or D/AVOP permit and provincial driver’s licence ➢ ensure that the escorting vehicle has the required insurance ➢ escort a maximum of 5 vehicles ➢ ensure that the driver of the escorted vehicle is formally briefed regarding the procedures

and requirements outlined in this plan



➢ assume responsibility for the escorted vehicle(s) and the actions of the driver(s)

while the vehicle is in motion ➢ Ensure that 4 way flashers are turned on escorting vehicles. ➢ the escorting driver does not have to remain with the vehicle while it is stationary,

but must be able to be contacted to escort the vehicle when it resumes motion. ➢ be in a position to control all escorted vehicles at all times until the vehicle(s) is

(are) stationary on the ramp ➢ ensure that in all circumstances the maximum length of the escort party does not exceed

50 m ➢ ensure that the escorted driver has a valid provincial driver’s licence

5.6.1.2 – ESCORTING VEHICLES ON THE MANEUVRING AREA

The driver of the vehicle providing the escort on the maneuvering area shall comply with the following requirements:

➢ possess a valid D/AVOP permit and valid driver’s licence ➢ ensure that the escorting vehicle has the required insurance ➢ escort a maximum of 5 vehicles ➢ ensure that the driver of the escorted vehicle is formally briefed regarding the

procedures and requirement outlined in this plan ➢ assume responsibility for the escorted vehicle and the actions of the driver(s) at all

time. ➢ remain with the escorted vehicle and maintain a listening watch on 121.8 MHz while

the FSS is open and on 123.25 MHz when the FSS is closed. ➢ Ensure that 4 way flashers are turned on escorting vehicles.

5.7 APRON

Apron includes the main apron and the east apron, which is the apron area used by Invicta, Eaglerock Aviation, Fox Aviation, Insight Instruments, etc. and a D/A AVOP is required for both aprons.

5.8 HELICOPTER TRAFFIC

There are frequent helicopter departures and arrivals directly west and in front of the terminal building. Be especially vigilant when driving in this area.

5.9 4-WAY FLASHERS

4-way flashers must be activated on vehicles in motion on the apron. De-activate the 4-way flashers when the vehicle is parked. Vehicles under escort are also required to activate 4 way flashers while on the airside or beacons if so equipped.

5.10 OPERATIONS ON MANOEUVRING AREAS (Runways and Taxiways)

Only holders of D AVOP or vehicles escorted by the holder of a D AVOP may drive on a manoeuvring area. The rules for driving on manoeuvring areas are in addition to the rules for operating a vehicle on

an apron. No vehicle or person may enter a manoeuvring area without the permission of the Flight Service Station.



5.11 WORKING RADIO

All vehicles and equipment operating on a manoeuvring area shall have a functioning 2-way radio capable of receiving and transmitting on aviation frequencies and be operated by a person with a valid Restricted Radio Telephone Operators Certificate (Aeronautical) or be escorted by a vehicle so equipped and manned.

5.12 GATE ACCESS

It is the responsibility of the vehicle operator to ensure that no vehicles enter the airport

movement area while they are opening/closing or passing through the access gates. When

entering, pass holders are required to activate their security/prox. card at the card reader even

if the access gate is open or has been activated/opened by another person accessing airside.

Any person who opens a gate or a door on a building that leads to airside is responsible for any

person or vehicle passing through the gate, and to ensure all gates are closed behind them. No

person without an AVOP or unescorted shall be allowed on the airside area.

Should an automated gate fail to close contact Airport Administration of the situation as soon as

possible and remain at the gate to prevent any unauthorized vehicles from gaining access.



6. RADIOTELEPHONE PROCEDURES

6.1 FLIGHT SERVICE STATION OPEN

The Flight Service Station is open daily between the hours of 0715 and 2100. During those hours all drivers shall contact St. Catharines Radio on 121.8 MHz to receive permission to proceed to a specified location by a specified route before entering a manoeuvring area. While on the manoeuvring area, the vehicle operator must continuously monitor 121.8 MHz. Before transmitting, the vehicle operator shall listen to ensure that he/she will not interrupt another transmission. The vehicle operator shall acknowledge all instructions as understood or request that the instructions be repeated if not understood. When instructed to leave the runway, the vehicle operator shall acknowledge the instruction, leave the runway immediately and report off the runway when beyond the taxi holding line. In all cases, the vehicle operator shall report off the runway when beyond the taxi holding line. Restrict transmissions to authorized messages. Transmit to St. Catharines Radio on121.8 MHz. Standard phraseology has been developed in order to transmit instructions and messages in a most efficient manner and without misunderstanding, using the fewest words. The following are some examples of requests to drive on manoeuvring areas. Example 1:

Vehicle Operator: “St. Catharines Radio, Staff Five Four” main apron St. Catharines Radio: “Staff Five Four, St. Catharines Radio” Vehicle Operator:

“St. Catharines Radio, Staff Five Four, request permission to proceed to DF Site St. Catharines Radio: “Staff Five Four proceed to taxiway B, cross runway 06/24, Taxiway D, runway 11/29 to DF site.” Vehicle Operator: “Staff Five Four to proceed to taxiway B, cross runway 06/24, Taxiway D, runway 11/29 to DF site.”.” If the request for permission to proceed is denied, response from St. Catharines Radio will include the word “NEGATIVE’, for example: St. Catharines Radio:



“Staff Five Four, NEGATIVE! Hold your position.” Vehicle Operator: “Staff Five Four will hold position.” Example 2: Vehicle Operator: “St. Catharines Radio, Staff Five Four on east apron” St. Catharines Radio: “Staff Five Four, St. Catharines Radio.” Vehicle Operator: “Staff Five-Four, request permission to proceed to threshold runway 19.”

St. Catharines Radio: “Staff Five Four, proceed to taxiway B, cross runway 06/24, taxiway D , runway 11/29 to threshold runway 19.” Vehicle Operator: Staff Five Four.” taxiway B, cross runway 06/24, taxiway D , runway 11/29 to threshold runway 19”

6.2 FLIGHT SERVICE STATION CLOSED

Between the hours of 2100 and 0715 the Flight Service Station is closed and vehicle operators must be especially vigilant when operating airside during those hours Vehicle operators will not have the assistance of the Flight Service Specialist. During these hours, all vehicles required to operate on the manoeuvring area will monitor VHF frequency 123.25 MHz and will transmit to “Traffic”. Remember that aircraft have the right-of-way. Wait for inbound aircraft to land before proceeding.

Example 1: Vehicle Operator: “St. Catharines Traffic, St. Catharines Traffic, this is Staff Five Four, main apron proceeding to Runway 11-29 via Taxiway Bravo across Runway 06-24 via Taxiway Delta, any conflicting traffic, report. This is Staff Five Four.”

Wait approximately 1 minute before proceeding using extreme caution. Continue to monitor 123.25 MHz.



6.3 RADIO FAILURE

In the event of a radio failure when FSS is open, call the FSS on a cell phone at 905-688-4852. If a cell phone is not available park the vehicle facing the tower and flash your headlights and wait for an escort. If after 60 minutes an escort has not arrived, park the vehicle at the hold line on runway 01. Walk to the ditch along the fence line and proceed along the ditch until you are south of runway 06-24. Walk to the T-hangars and follow the road to the apron. Call FSS. When the FSS is closed, park your vehicle at the hold line on runway 01. If you have a cell phone, call airport maintenance to arrange for an escort to remove the vehicle. Remain with your vehicle until airport maintenance arrives. If you don’t have a cell phone, walk to the ditch along the fence line and proceed along the ditch until you are south of runway 06-24. Walk to the T-hangars and follow the road to the apron. Then call airport maintenance at 905-684-8107 to arrange for an escort to remove the vehicle. Do not cross runway 06/24 under any circumstances.



7. SIGNS AND LIGHTS

7.1 SIGNS

Runway Location/Mandatory Hold Signs are used to identify the hold line and entrance to a runway. These signs are red with white numbers. You may not proceed beyond a runway location/mandatory hold sign without permission from Flight Service Station. Location signs are black with yellow numbers. Directional signs are black text on a yellow background. They indicate the direction to follow to reach certain positions.

Location Sign indicating location on Taxiway Bravo co-located with Runway Designator Sign indicating Runway 06-24

Direction sign indicating Taxiway Alpha to the left and Taxiway Bravo to the right.

Direction Sign indication Taxiway Charlie to the right.

7.2 LIGHTING

White lights are used along the edge of runways. 06-24 is the only lighted runway at Niagara District Airport. If at any time an operation is on the runway and the lights are flashing, the operator must exit the runway immediately.



Blue lights are used along taxiways and the edge of aprons. Double Amber lights are used at the intersections of aprons and taxiways.

Double Blue lights are used at the intersection of two taxiways.

Double Amber lights indicate the intersection of an apron and a taxiway

Double Blue lights indicate the intersection of two taxiways



8. MAP

Niagara District Airport Appendix A - 1


APPENDIX A – OFFENCES AND SUSPENSIONS

The Niagara District Airport may issue warnings or suspend AVOP privileges for other reasons not listed ie; willful misconduct or property damage.

Minor Violation Speeding Driving distracted (ie. Driving with mobile device) Failure to follow rules in MTO Highway Traffic Act Parking in non-designated parking areas No Beacon on while on Maneuvering Area Driving between an aircraft and marshaler Driving a vehicle between passengers Failure to give right-of-way to other vehicles/ pedestrians/ aircraft Failure to follow directions of an aircraft marshaler or wing-walker or airport staff. Depositing FOD / Unsecured load. Driving behind an aircraft whit engines running Improper radio procedure or misuse of radio Failure to report an accident or hazard. Driving without an valid AVOP or PDL Failure to wait for automatic security gate to fully close when entering or exiting airfield.

Warning followed by AVOP Suspension

Niagara District Airport Appendix A - 2


Major Violation Excessive Speed Failure to yield right of way to Aircraft / Snow Removal Equipment / Police / Fire / Ambulance Services Vehicles Interfering with an emergency in progress. Smoking Airside Unsafe operations Fail to follow instruction from St. Catherine’s Radio Cause Runway incursion Overtaking a taxiing aircraft Intentional damage to safety or marking devices or equipment Reckless or impaired driving Threatening, abusing or failing to follow the direction of NDA Staff.

Immediate AVOP Suspension followed by Permanent Revocation

Niagara District Airport Appendix B - 1


APPENDIX B - DEFINITIONS

Aircraft: Any machine capable of achieving lift as a reaction from the air it moves through.

Airside: That area of an airport intended to be used for activities related to aircraft

operations and to which public access is normally restricted Apron: That part of an aerodrome that excludes the manoeuvring area and is

intended to accommodate the loading and unloading of passengers and the fuelling and parking of aircraft.

AVOP: Airside Vehicle Operator’s Permit is the authorization to operate a vehicle

on the airside of an airport.

The D/A AVOP Permit allows a driver to operate a self-propelled vehicle on the aprons only. D/A AVOP permit holders are not allowed to enter the manoeuvring areas.

D Permit: The D AVOP Permit allows the operator to drive anywhere on the airport.

Permission must be received from the Flight Service Station prior to entering the manoeuvring areas.

Incursion: Unauthorized entry into, or movement within a manoeuvring area.

Intersection: That point where a runway, taxiway or road meets or crosses another

runway, taxiway or road. Manoeuvring Area: That part of an aerodrome intended to be used for takeoff, landing and taxiing of aircraft. It includes runways and taxiways. Movement Area: That part of an aerodrome to be used for the takeoff, landing and

taxiing of aircraft. The Movement area consists of the manoeuvring area and the aprons.

NDA: Niagara District Airport PDL: Provincial Driver’s License Restricted Radiotelephone Operators Certificate: A document issued by Industry

Canada certifying that the holder may act as an operator of an aeronautical-land radio station fitted with radiotelephone equipment only transmitting on fixed frequencies and not open to the public.

Runway: That portion of the manoeuvring devoted to the take-off and landing of

aircraft.

Taxiway: That portion of the manoeuvring area devoted to the movement of aircraft and equipment between a runway and an apron.

Vehicle: An automobile, truck, bus, bicycle or any self-propelled device not

including aircraft.

Niagara District Airport Appendix B - 2



Niagara District Airport Appendix C - 1


APPENDIX C – SAMPLE QUESTIONS

C.1 Questions

D/A AVOP

1) Which of the following traffic has the right of way over all other traffic? a. Emergency vehicles b. Maintenance vehicles in the performance of their duties c. Aircraft d. The vehicle approaching from the right

2) The intersection of an apron and a taxiway is indicated by:

a. A black sign with yellow text b. Blue lights c. Double amber lights d. Double blue lights

3) Smoking on the apron is: a. Permitted in designated areas only b. Permitted anywhere c. Prohibited both inside and outside vehicles d. Permitted if no aircraft are within 10 m of the smoker.

D AVOP 4) Permission to enter a manoeuvring area is required from:

a. The Airport Manager b. The Flight Service Station c. Is not required d. The employer

5) Runway edge lights are what colour?

a. Red b. White c. Blue d. Amber

6) Which of the following call-up to St. Catharines Radio is correct?

a. St. Catharines Radio, this is Truck Five Four, over b. St. Catharines Radio, Staff Fifty-Four c. St. Catharines Radio, Truck Fifty-Four d. St. Catharines Radio, Staff Five Four

Niagara District Airport Appendix C - 2


C.2 Answers Question/Answer 1. c 2. c 3. c 4. b 5. b 6. d

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