airport regulations den helder airport

AIRPORT REGULATIONS DEN HELDER AIRPORT
The management of Den Helder Airport, operator,
Whereas in the sites and in the buildings of the airport, in particular the following
regulations apply to promote public order and safety at Den Helder Airport;
Hereby adopts the following regulations:
REGULATIONS FOR DEN HELDER AIRPORT
TABLE OF CONTENTS
CHAPTER I ................................................................................................................ 2
CHAPTER II ............................................................................................................... 7
General regulations .................................................................................................... 7
CHAPTER III ............................................................................................................ 19
Regulations relating to the sections of the airport .................................................... 19
not open to the public ............................................................................................... 19
CHAPTER IV............................................................................................................ 24
Regulations relating to traffic on the platforms ......................................................... 24
CHAPTER V............................................................................................................. 32
Regulations relating to aircraft.................................................................................. 32
CHAPTER VI............................................................................................................ 38
Provisions relating to crashed or broken-down aircraft ............................................ 38
CHAPTER VII........................................................................................................... 39
Provisions relating to hangars owned by Den Helder Airport ................................... 39
CHAPTER VIII.......................................................................................................... 40
Provisions relating to start up vehicles ..................................................................... 40
CHAPTER IX............................................................................................................ 41
Regulations relating to refuelling and the transport of aviation fuel .......................... 41
CHAPTER X............................................................................................................. 46
Concluding regulations ............................................................................................. 46
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CHAPTER I
Article 1
The regulations and evacuation plan
1. The management, Airport Security and at businesses established on the
airport site have these regulations and the evacuation plan available for
examination by any interested party.
2. Companies whose staff work at the airport are required to notify their
personnel of these regulations and the evacuation plan.
3. Anyone carrying out work at the airport is required to examine these
regulations and the evacuation plan. Depending on the position they are to
occupy, they will be tested on their knowledge by means of the Security
Awareness Program. See procedure in appendix F, this is available for
inspection at the management and Airport Security.
4. The management reserves the right to have persons who, following due
warning fail to comply with the provisions of these regulations, removed from
the airport site and the buildings of Den Helder Airport, and to determine that
their access to the airport site and the buildings will be refused for a period
still to be determined.
5. Visitors must be notified by the company they are visiting of the escape
routes and safety measures as described in the information brochure for
visitors.
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Article 2
Definitions
The following definitions apply to these regulations:
aircraft site/airside
a designated site equipped for take-off and landing of aircraft, with the exception of
the sections of the military airfield not used for civilian air traffic;
Airport Security
persons employed by a private security organisation charged by the management
with ensuring security;
airport site
section of the airport site used for starting, taxiing, towing, parking and handling
aircraft;
airport
Den Helder Airport, comprising the area and buildings outlined in appendix B to
these regulations;
Auxiliary Power Unit (APU)
(Internal) turbine engine intended for power supply if the engines are not operating;
camera supervision
There is closed circuit camera supervision on the airport site and in the station
building;
CERT organisation
Company Emergency Response Team organization;
draining
the draining of fuel or other liquids from special drainage points or using a pump;
engine
any propulsion device for an aircraft and vehicle;
Foreign Object Debris (FOD)
all objects, materials and substances which cause damage to an aircraft;
freight
goods which are not luggage, offered for transport by air, including postal deliveries;
Ground Power Unit (GPU)
external power supply for aircraft, with a combustion engine or as transformer;
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handling
all activities relating to flight operations that must be undertaken following arrival at
or prior to departure from the airport;
handling equipment
vehicles and materials necessary for handling helicopters and aircraft;
hangars
buildings located outside the area of the airport site as indicated in appendix B; used
for parking, storing and maintaining aircraft;
hazardous goods/substances
explosives or other objects and liquids or solids which could threaten the security of
the aircraft and/or property of the airport or could endanger human life;
ID/Key card
an identity document issued by Den Helder Airport, depending on authorization with
a key function for certain doors; The field authorizations are represented by means
of a colour on the ID/Key card. Every field has his own colour. There are colour
combinations possible when a person has authorization for more fields.
identity document
a valid passport or valid ID card;
large traffic
fixed-wing aircraft with a permitted MTOW (maximum take-off weight) of more than
6,000 kg and rotary wing aircraft with a total mass of more than 390 kg;
locker
lockable area in which items can be stored;
luggage
goods belonging to passengers;
management
a person duly appointed by the airport responsible for day-to-day supervision of
order and security at their airport; in this person’s absence, the task is entrusted to
Airport Security;
Navy Fire Brigade
the section of the Royal Netherlands Navy responsible for the fire service for aircraft
at the airport;
objects representing a threat
weapons, explosives or other objects and liquid/substances that represent a threat
to personal safety or security of the aircraft, possessions, buildings or the
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surrounding site;
operations
the handling body/company appointed by the management responsible for day-today supervision of (air) traffic on the platforms and spots;
operator/exploiter
the management of Den Helder Airport;
parking spaces for vehicles
the areas specified in appendix C to these regulations intended for vehicles owned
by or used by personnel, passengers and visitors of the airport;
Personal Protective Equipment
equipment for protection against hazards which could represent a threat to health
and safety;
refuelling
The transfer or pumping out of aviation fuel;
secured areas
secured areas not open to the public. To enter these areas, an ID/key card is
required, or permission from the management or Airport Security. See appendix A;
Security Awareness Program
a test programme for staff of Den Helder Airport aimed at raising awareness of
overall security and security on the airport site and in the buildings. See procedure in
appendix F, this is available for inspection at the management and Airport Security.
small traffic
small fixed-wing aircraft with a permitted MTOW (maximum take-off weight) of less
than 6,000 kg;
spot
a hard standing marked by non-permeable asphalt, identified with numbers 1
through to 12 and a hard standing produced in industry slabs identified with number
6, as specified in appendix B;
start trolley
see Ground Power Unit (GPU);
terminal
the building located within the area of the airport site as indicated in appendix A;
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test running
testing helicopter or aircraft engines following maintenance or repair other than
during normal taxi or flight movements;
vehicles
all vehicles and carriages, whether or not with a propulsion device, which also
include moving or rolling stock, used as a tool for handling aircraft, freight and
passengers;
walkie-talkie
compact, portable radio transmitter/receiver for very high frequencies, with a limited
transmission capacity, and usable within a limited radius;
work permit
a document required to carry out work at the airport and its sites/buildings. A work
permit is issued by Airport Security.
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CHAPTER II
General regulations
Article 3
Regulations
1. Everyone on the airport is required:
a. To behave in accordance with the requirements of these regulations
and all other measures adopted by or on behalf of the management;
b. To follow instructions as issued to him/her by or on behalf of the
management in the form of words, signals or symbols;
c. To provide the information requested of him/her by or on behalf of the
management on the basis of these regulations.
2. Anyone acting in contravention of the requirements as stated in the previous
paragraph or arising from statutory regulations shall be refused access to the
airport.
3. To notify to the management all damage caused to persons, property,
buildings or surrounding area.
Article 4
Further measures
1. The management reserves the right to extend security/safety measures in
exceptional situations.
2. In all cases not covered by these regulations, further measures may be laid
down by or on behalf of the management.
3. Airlines/handling companies may operate additional security regulations/
instructions and measures in respect of these airport regulations.
These additional measures may not be in contravention of the airport
regulations and legislation.
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4. Additional (security) instructions/regulations and measures which deviate from
the airport regulations must always be notified in writing to the management,
and will be assessed.
Article 5
General regulations
Anyone on the airport is prohibited from:
a. depositing or leaving behind waste, paper, food, food remains or other waste
items anywhere other than in the places intended for that purpose as
determined by the management;
b. feeding birds;
c. without cause, moving outside the compulsory walking routes, passages,
platforms and surrounding areas;
d. occupying non-admissible or specifically identified areas of Den Helder
Airport or themselves accessing these areas, without prior permission from
the management;
e. driving with vehicles on footpaths and lawns, or placing vehicles in these
locations;
f. cleaning or repairing vehicles in any location other than that specifically
appointed by the management for that purpose;
g. parking cars, motorcycles and bicycles in, before or against the terminal;
h. storing, depositing or leaving behind cargo goods, barrels, crates,
construction materials, spare parts and other movable objects, outside the
locations or areas intended for that purpose as appointed by or on behalf of
the management;
i.
j.
clearly being in a state of drunkenness and from being under the influence of
any narcotic drug;
using, transporting, trading in or being in possession of alcohol, drugs or any
narcotic drug;
k. smoking other than in the so-called smoking areas appointed/identified as
such by the management;
l.
carrying with them weapons or objects that, according to the law are banned,
or which could cause damage to persons or possessions;
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m. carrying with them or transporting objects that could represent a threat;
n. weapons, explosives and other hazardous substances that could represent a
threat to individuals or which could endanger the safety of an aircraft;
o. leaving luggage behind, unattended;
p. activating fire-extinguishing equipment without cause, or reducing the
effectiveness thereof, or rendering access to this equipment more difficult;
q. occupying any location following a request from the person tasked with
supervision at that location to remove oneself from the area in question;
r. roller-skating, skating or skateboarding, riding a scooter or motorcycle or
bicycle in the terminal;
s. deactivating or damaging built-in electronic or optical/visual (camera)
equipment used for safety and security purposes;
t. generally undertaking any action that could disrupt the peace and security of
the airport, or as a result of which physical injury to individuals or damage to
property could be caused.
u. hindering Airport Security, emergency services or the CERT organisation in
their work;
v. allowing children below the age of 12 years access to the airport,
unsupervised by parents/guardians;
Article 6
Special regulations
Without permission from the management, on the airport site/in or around the
terminal everyone is prohibited from:
a. exercising a profession or having a profession or any other transaction of a
commercial nature exercised, or causing such to be exercised, including the
provision of services and goods in whatever form, acting as guide, luggage
porter, orderer, supervisor of bicycles and motor vehicles, cleaner, streettrader, lender, sales person, mediator, courier, etc.;
b. storing or carrying with them hazardous substances and/or liquids. If the
hazardous (liquid) substance is packed according to the statutory
requirements, this must be reported to the management, the security
personnel and the company emergency services organisation, in connection
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with disasters;
c. These substances may only be taken airside (airport/airport site) via the duly
designated accesses. Storage is only permitted at the locations duly
designated by the management. Depending on the type of hazardous
substance, the management may impose further measures. For guidelines
relating to hazardous substances, see article 70;
d. installing or having installed advertising signs, billboards, etc., and distributing
flyers, printed matters, circulars or illustrations, or having them distributed, or
in any other way organising an advertising activity;
e. providing excursions/tours without prior permission from the management;
f. in public, holding speeches or any other action of a propagandist nature;
g. drawing, painting or scratching any letters, figures or symbols on or around
buildings, fences, walls, posts, signposts or paving;
h. holding any public form of collection;
i.
either for themselves, or for or on behalf of others, offering public
entertainment or organising meetings for relaxation and entertainment open
to the public, or holding or organising parades;
j.
fishing in ditches, waterways or canals;
k. without authority, reactivating or having put back into action the structure or
engines of aircraft, and air traffic protection equipment.
Article 7
Handling areas and waiting rooms in the station building
1. Access to the departure and arrival hall is exclusively reserved for
passengers, air crew members, handling staff, Airport Security and border
security organisations.
2. Access is granted to anyone to the central hall or restaurant, unless public
order is disrupted, in the judgement of the management.
3. The sale and consumption of alcoholic drinks in the station building is
permitted, subject to the following conditions:
a. for everyone with the exception of outgoing offshore passengers and
persons below the age of 18 years;
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b. alcoholic drinks may only be consumed in the restaurant;
c. without permission from the management, the carrying and
consumption of alcoholic drink is forbidden, in areas where no privacy
can be provided.
Article 8
Lockers
1. Lockers are available in the building to be used upon payment of a charge,
for the temporary storage of items.
2. Conditions of use for lockers;
a. The following may not be stored in the locker:
- alcohol, drugs, narcotics;
- weapons, hazardous liquids/substances and explosives;
- dirty and smelly clothing;
- food products.
b. The management reserves the right to open and to empty the locker in
the event of suspicion of abuse.
c. If objects/substances are found which are forbidden by law, the police
will be notified.
d. Maximum period of use 1 month (after which time the locker will be
emptied).
e. In the event of loss of the key, an amount of € 15 will be charged.
f. The management is not liable for theft and/or damage to personal
possessions.
Article 9
Photographing/Filming
1. Permission is required from the management for the making of professional
photographs, film and/or video recordings for commercial purposes in
sections of the airport site not open to the public.
2. To the satisfaction of the management, it must be demonstrated that there
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are no objections on the part of the airline or owner for making photographic
recordings on the platform of aircraft or making recordings in aircraft.
3. The making of photograph, film and/or video recordings of security and the
constructional measures relating to security is forbidden.
Article 10
Dogs and other animals
1. Everyone must ensure that any animal in their care at the airport:
a. causes no nuisance to third parties;
b. does not enter any part of a platform, taxiway or the airport site.
2. Dogs must at all times be kept on a short lead, and remain under the
supervision of their owner.
3. Escaped animals must be immediately recalled or retrieved. If this is not
possible without leaving areas of the site open to the public, Air Traffic
Control, Operations and/or Airport Security must be immediately informed.
4. Unsecured animals at the airport and/or the airport site must be immediately
reported to Air Traffic Control, Operations or Airport Security.
5. Paragraphs id 1b and 2 do not apply to dogs used in the exercising of their
task, by the operator or government.
6. In respect of the provisions of this article, further provisions may be imposed
by the management.
Article 11
Lost property
1. Anyone who finds an object at the airport must immediately hand in this
object to the security service, to the counter of the handling company, the
Royal Netherlands Military Police or the management of Den Helder Airport.
2. The finder must release the item into custody, if so demanded by the
management.
3. The owner shall receive the lost property if claimed within the time limit listed
below. The person claiming the item can be charged a keeper’s fee.
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4. Valuable items must be kept in custody by the management for a period of
twelve months. If these items have not been claimed within this period, during
a period of 1 month following expiry of the above referred to period of 12
months, the finder may claim the items.
5. All found objects will be reported to the municipality of Den Helder. Lost
objects can be found 2 weeks after the loss via www.verlorenofgevonden.nl
6. For other legislation and regulations, we refer to Book 5 of the Dutch Civil
Code.
Article 12
Unusual or suspicious objects/property/individuals
1. Anyone observing an unusual or suspicious object/item of property/individual
is required to immediately duly notify Airport Security and to refrain from
moving the objects/items.
2. If in doubt concerning the content of a delivery or post item received, the item
in question must be submitted to Airport Security for X-Ray inspection; only,
however, if this represents no threat to personal safety.
Article 13
Parking
1. Always park within the specifically-designated parking areas (appendix C).
The vehicle may only be parked in the spaces designated for that purpose.
2. Parking in front of the terminal is not permitted. At this location, drivers are
only allowed to pick up/drop passengers and load/unload luggage/cargo. In all
other cases, the driver must park the vehicle in the duly designated area.
3. Parking is at the owner’s risk.
Staff in possession of a Den Helder Airport parking card is required to park in
the designated car park, and must park in such a way that other car park
users and entrances, access routes and exits to the car park are not blocked.
The same applies to commercial vehicles.
4. Any (environmental) damage caused to the car parks and parking
installations will be claimed against the driver/owner of the vehicle.
5. Vehicles may only be parked on the car park as intended in paragraph 1,
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following payment. The management accepts no liability whatsoever for loss
of items from or damage caused to a vehicle.
Car parks A, B and C and the motorcycle and bicycle parking areas are only
intended for parking vehicles belonging to passengers, airport staff and
visitors.
6. The management reserves the right to have vehicles not belonging to
individuals as described above, or which remain parked for longer than 3
months removed from the car park. The costs of removal and any overdue
parking fees will be claimed from the owner.
7. End-of-life vehicles, caravans/campers and trailers may not be brought onto
or parked on the airport site and car parks. End-of-life vehicles should be
taken to include vehicles not complying with the requirements and conditions
referred to in article 14, paragraph one of the Road Traffic Regulations, or in
as much as said vehicles are clearly in a state of disrepair.
8. The management may make exceptions from paragraph 7 referred to above.
9. For all other provisions, see article 67 paragraph 3.
Article 14
Accidents and fire, other disasters or incidents
1. Anyone discovering an accident, fire or unsafe situation is required to
immediately duly notify the management or Airport Security.
a. Incidents, defects and shortcomings of significant importance in
respect of security must also be reported.
2. In the event of an aircraft accident or a fire, the contingency plan of the
municipality/Navy/Airforce shall apply.
3. In the event of an accident, fire or other disaster, all persons are required to
strictly comply with any instructions issued by or on behalf of the
management, naval or municipal fire service, CERT organisation or Airport
Security.
4. In the event of an accident or fire, everyone is required to strictly comply with
the instructions issued by the management, Navy/Airforce or municipal fire
brigade or security staff.
5. Without prejudice to the requirements in these regulations, further rules may
be adopted by the management to prevent, restrict and fight fire, to limit the
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risk of fire and to prevent and limit accidents in the event of fire and all related
incidents.
Article 15
Area open to the public
For people not employed or authorised to be on the platform, access to the airport
site is prohibited without supervision.
Article 16
Airlines and Handling companies
1. The airlines and their representatives/handling company on the airport are
required to inform the management of the timetables for arrival and departure
times of their aircraft or the aircraft for which they are providing handling
services. They are also required, each month, to issue in writing to the
management a matrix of the current arrival and departure times and further
relevant details such as passenger numbers, quantity of cargo of incoming
and outgoing flights of their aircraft or aircraft for which they are providing
handling services.
2. If more than normal interest is expected in the arrival or departure of an
aircraft, this must be duly notified to the management in advance.
3. A notice must also be issued at least 1 hour in advance and if possible in
writing, to the management of the arrival or departure of passengers in whom
particular interest is expected or can reasonably be expected, or for whom
measures must be taken, deviating from the normal handling, including the
reservation of conference space.
4. In addition if requested, if possible following arrival or prior to departure of the
aircraft, all relevant statistical data relating to the aircraft, the crew, the
passengers and the cargo must be issued to the management.
5. The obligations of this article also apply to handling companies employed at
the airport, in respect of aircraft not in regular service.
6. The management may, for example in connection with an incident and busy
periods, alter the arrival and departure times of aircraft.
7. The management may adopt further rules concerning the handling of aircraft,
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passengers and cargo.
8. Crews of (external, insourced) airlines must be instructed by or on behalf of
the management of companies based on the airport, in respect of the specific
rules relating to (military) traffic control. In that connection, attention should
particularly be focused on opening times, alterations to arrival and departure
times and routes.
Article 17
ID/Key card and Security Awareness program
1. Persons on the platform or in the secured area are required to visibly display
an ID/Key card or visitors’ pass issued by the management.
2. Users of the airport site and companies undertaking work on the airport site
and organisations carrying out independent ground handling services on the
airport site are required to cooperate with the Security Awareness Program
(aimed at ensuring security and safe use of the airport site).
3. An ID/Key card is issued following presentation of a valid passport or ID card
and a Certificate of Good Conduct (VOG) to the management ,and the
successful completion of the Security Awareness Program test. An ID/Key
card is valid for a period of 5 years. If the passport/ID card expires within
these 5 years a new ID/Key card must be requested and also the Security
Awareness Program test has to be made again.
4. The Good Conduct Certificate (VOG) must have been specifically issued for
the position to be occupied on the airport, the Certificate must be valid for
maximum 6 months.
5. Foreign employees are required to submit a document equivalent to the VOG,
from their country of origin.
6. A visitors’ pass will only be issued following presentation of a valid
passport/ID document, and stating the reason for the visit.
7. An ID/Key card is used for identification and for opening certain doors.
8. You are not permitted to pass on a personal ID/Key card or visitors’ card to
another person or to allow other persons to accompany you into/out of
secured areas.
9. The carrier of an ID/Key card/visitors’ card is required to present the
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document for inspection at the request of Airport Security, the Royal
Netherlands Military Police or the management. Upon refusal, the holder will
be refused access to the airport site, airport hangers, secured areas and nonpublic areas.
10. If the ID/Key card/visitors’ card is lost, stolen or forgotten, this must be
immediately duly notified to Airport Security or the management. A
replacement document must also be collected from Airport Security, upon
presentation of a valid passport/ID document.
11. If the identity of the holder can no longer be checked as a result of damage
and/or wear, the ID/Key card must be replaced.
12. In accordance with the provisions of article 1 paragraph 3, the ID/Key card will
be withdrawn/not issued, if sufficient knowledge of the Airport regulations
cannot be demonstrated.
13. The field authorizations of the ID/Key-card are represented by means of a
colour on the ID/Key card. Every field has his own colour. There are colour
combinations possible when a person has authorization for more fields.
14. Den Helder Airport retains the decision authority with regard to the
authorization of the ID/Key-card.
15. The ID/Key card remains the property of Den Helder Airport. At the end of any
employment, the ID/Key card must be returned to the management or Airport
Security. The supervisor of the employee is responsible for reporting the
retirement and returning the ID/Key-card.
16. Anyone moving in the secured areas or on the airport site can be stopped and
checked by Airport Security for their identity and the legality of their presence
on the airport site.
17. Other provisions relating to the ID/Key card and visitors’ cards are specified in
the Security Awareness Program.
Article 18
Examination of luggage / clothes
1. (Hand) luggage of individuals boarding an aircraft as a passenger must be
checked by Airport Security for the presence of forbidden objects and
liquids/substances which could represent a threat.
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2. Luggage checked in to be stored in the cargo hold of a passenger flight must
be checked by Airport Security for the presence of objects that represent a
threat, using any relevant detection equipment.
3. If necessary, Airport Security can randomly require a voluntary further
examination of checked-in or hand luggage belonging to a passenger or
visitor.
4. If necessary, Airport Security can demand a voluntary further examination of
clothing, vehicles and goods brought in by staff wishing to enter the secured
areas or platform, in accordance with article 37 of the Aviation Act.
5. Persons, including visitors, who refuse to subject themselves or their (hand)
luggage to inspection will be refused access to all areas and parts of the
airport, and as necessary will be removed in accordance with article 37 a to v
of the Aviation Act.
6. If necessary, a further examination can be demanded, in the form of voluntary
questioning of a passenger or visitor, in connection with their reliability and
security (public order).
If the request is refused, action may be taken to refuse further access to all
areas and parts of Den Helder Airport.
Article 19
Inspection of cargo
The inspection of cargo is compulsory for cargo agents and will include a visual and
external inspection. The security personnel are responsible for carrying out this
inspection, both manually and using X-ray equipment.
Article 20
Work
1. All work in, on and around the buildings of Den Helder Airport undertaken by
external companies must be reported to the management and Airport
Security. This also applies to work undertaken on behalf of tenants/users.
2. Before starting work, companies carrying out the work must request a work
permit from Airport Security, following presentation of a valid identification
document.
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CHAPTER III
Regulations relating to the sections of the airport
not open to the public
Article 21
Landing area
1. Access to the landing area is prohibited to all, unless permission has been
granted by or on behalf of the Royal Netherlands Airforce.
2. The landing area is open for landing, take-off and taxiing of aircraft, except for
the authority of the Royal Netherlands Air force to temporarily withdraw full or
partial availability of the area for use by aircraft, due to the area being
unsuitable or unsafe.
3. Landing and take-off and taxiing on the landing area by aircraft not equipped
with radio equipment according to which a two-way connection with the local
traffic control can be maintained is prohibited except – under special
circumstances – if permission is granted by the local air traffic control (Royal
Netherlands Air force).
4. If the landing area or part thereof is not available for landing, take-off or
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taxiing of aircraft, because it is unsuitable or unsafe, this will be notified and
indicated on site in accordance with the requirements in the Aviation
Supervision Regulations.
5. The management is at all times authorised to forbid or delay the departure of
an aircraft from the airport, for example if the provisions of paragraphs one
and two of article 45 and article 22 have not been complied with.
6. For landing and take-off for teaching and instruction flights, permission from
air traffic control is required.
7. In as far as applicable, the priority rules listed in article 28 also apply on the
airport site.
8. The airport site must be free from Foreign Object Debris (FOD). Any FOD on
the airport site must be immediately reported to Operations, Airport Security
or the management.
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Article 22
Payments
1. Payments due for landing, parking and storage of aircraft on the airport site
appear in the charge list for the airport, which is also published on the
website.
2. Unless otherwise agreed with the owner, holder or captain of the aircraft, the
payments specified in paragraph one must have been paid prior to departure
of the aircraft.
Article 23
Work on platform or taxiway
1. The management may issue an exemption from the prohibition to enter the
platform or taxiway for people having to carry out work in these areas.
2. In each individual case, these persons must report to the management or
Airport Security. They are required to visibly display the visitors’ card issued
by Airport Security and to request a work permit. Further provisions are listed
in article 24.
3. Conditions imposed by or on behalf of the management must be strictly
complied with.
4. Persons having carried out work on the airport site or involved in the handling
of aircraft must always leave the site or platform clean, after use.
Article 24
Access to the platform and secured areas
1. Access to the platform and secured areas is only granted to:
a. passengers and aircrew members embarking on or disembarking from
an aircraft; they are required to follow the lines marked on the platform
and to follow instructions from personnel responsible for handling,
supervision and monitoring of these passengers and aircrew members.
(platform steward(s)).
b. individuals in possession of a valid ID/Key card or visitors’ card issued
by the management or Airport Security, but only in as much as carrying
out work operations at that location.
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c. freight or roller/speed doors may only be used by handling staff for
cargo and luggage handling.
2. Persons carrying out work or responsible for the handling of passengers
(platform stewards) on the platform must wear personal protective equipment
such as effective ear defenders and safety shoes and a high visibility vest or
jacket. Visitors must at all times wear a high visibility vest. Non-compliance
with this paragraph will result in refusal of access to the platform.
3. Mobile telephones may only be used if their use represents no risk to general
security, and is necessary for the work. The occurrence of sparking must also
be prevented. During refuelling, there is an overall ban on the use of mobile
telephones, and all telephones must be switched off.
4. Walkie-talkies may only be used for work-related communication. During
refuelling, the risk of sparking must be prevented. Walkie-talkies must comply
with the legal requirements.
5. Sound carriers (MP3 players/ iPod, etc.) must be switched off on the airport
site.
6. Persons visiting a company based on the airport site must report to Airport
Security if they intend to enter the platform or the secured areas of the station
building. Thy must visibly display their visitors card and must be accompanied
by a representative of the company they are visiting. If the visitors are
passengers of a (private) flight, tour flight or otherwise, they too must report to
Airport Security.
7. Other personnel working in the station building or surrounding buildings and
wishing to enter the platform must make themselves known by wearing a
reflective vest and visibly displaying the ID/Key card. You are required to take
the shortest possible route across the platform, and to make use of marked
walkways. You are not permitted to remain on the platform longer than is
strictly necessary.
Article 25
Payment for passenger accommodation
For accommodation made available at the airport such as meeting rooms and other
facilities, payment will be required. The management may determine otherwise.
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Article 26
Concession agreement
Businesses supplying products or services or having them supplied to operators of
aircraft must be in possession of a concession.
Only businesses that have entered into a concession agreement with the
management may directly or indirectly supply goods to airlines making use of the
platform, unless otherwise agreed. The amount of the concession fee will be
determined in each individual agreement.
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CHAPTER IV
Regulations relating to traffic on the platforms
Article 27
Platform traffic control service
1. Requirements of traffic in the form of aircraft, vehicles and pedestrians on the
platform will take place subject to these regulations.
2. An aircraft may only move across a platform to and from the holding points,
via the marked routes.
3. Following receipt of a taxi clearance, a departing aircraft may taxi to the
runway identified by the local air traffic controller, via the marked routes.
4. Captains of all aircraft must contact the local air traffic controller to request
engine start up and taxi authorisation.
Article 28
Platform priority rules
On a platform, the categories of platform user listed below have priority over one
another in the specified order:
a. fire brigade and emergency services on call, if operating the specified optical
and sound signals;
b. taxiing aircraft;
c. towed aircraft;
d. passengers (and other pedestrians) en route to and from the aircraft, by foot;
e. tankers in as much operating the compulsory hazard lighting as specified in
article 32;
f. other vehicles.
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Article 29
Vehicle access
The owner or operator of vehicles used on the platform must insure these vehicles
for legal liability.
1. Access to a platform and the immediately adjacent road system is only
permitted for vehicles belonging to the following categories:
a. commercial vehicles of organisations and businesses based on the
airport, on condition they are involved directly in aircraft handling, and
are required for that purpose;
b. military vehicles in as much as necessary for good order and security
on the platform or on the basis of an agreement between the Ministry
of Defence and the management concerning platform use by Defence
personnel;
c. all other vehicles, only in as much as and if special permission has
been obtained from the management, in advance.
2. Drivers of vehicles with access to the platform must report to Airport Security
to obtain an access pass and vehicle permit, upon presentation of a valid
identification document.
3. Vehicles must always be placed on the handbrake or parking brake, before
passengers descend.
4. External vehicles must always be accompanied by the handler and/or Airport
Security.
5. No vehicle may be driven on the airport site if the vehicle:
- is in unsound condition;
- has insufficient all-round visibility;
- is leaking;
- could lose its cargo.
6. Vehicles located or moving around the airport or the airport site must always
keep their warning lights and an amber flashing light lit.
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Article 30
Construction, colour, maintenance, etc.
1. All vehicles operating on the area of the airport site not open to the public,
and intended exclusively for use in that area, must be maintained in such a
way that their maintenance level, equipment, cargo and lighting are such that
safe use of those vehicles on the platform and taxiways is guaranteed.
2. Vehicles operating on the roads on the airport site but not otherwise intended
exclusively for use on the airport site must fulfil the requirements imposed in
the Road Traffic Act and the Road Traffic Regulations and, when operated on
the airport site, all further requirements to be imposed by the management in
respect of colour, markings and lighting.
Article 31
Lighting
Vehicles located on the airport site between sunset and sunrise and during daytime
with visibility below 500 metres must illuminate (warning) lights. Main beam
headlights should not be illuminated.
Article 32
Hazard indicating light on tankers
1. Tankers in operation that are difficult to manoeuvre must be fitted on both
sides of the vehicle at all times with at least four lamps emitting red light.
These lamps must be positioned at a minimum height of 1.80 metres and a
maximum height of 2.50 metres, measured from the road surface.
2. In addition, at the rear of vehicles as intended in paragraph one and at the
back of the tractor unit, at least two lamps emitting red light must be fitted.
3. The lighting specified in this article may be deviated from, subject to
permission from the management.
Article 33
Driving proficiency
1. Drivers of vehicles participating in traffic on the airport site must be in
possession of a valid driving licence applicable for the category of vehicle
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they are driving.
2. Driving over the platform at a speed at which persons or property are or could
be placed at risk is forbidden. A maximum speed of 15 km per hour must be
complied with.
3. The management may impose further rules on the use of vehicles.
Article 34
Parking and storage
The parking and storage of vehicles on the airport site is forbidden, unless prior
permission is obtained from the management. Vehicles that make up the equipment
of a company based on the airport, and intended for operation at the airport location,
are exempt from this restriction.
Article 35
Standing and parking vehicles on or nearby platforms
1. The standing and parking of vehicles on or near a platform is forbidden,
except:
a. in the immediate vicinity of aircraft stood on the platform, only if and in
as much as the vehicles are involved in the handling of an aircraft;
b. at locations duly designated for that purpose by the management or
handling company.
2. The parking brake or blocking system of all vehicles stood or parked on or
close to a platform must be activated, at all times.
3. For parking/storing tankers, special provisions apply, see article 62.
4. The management may impose additional rules in respect of the use of
vehicles.
Article 36
Approaching aircraft
1. Aircraft approaching or stood on a platform may only be closely approached –
except by the crew and/or the persons responsible for aircraft handling – after
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the following actions have been taken:
a. the aircraft engines have been shut down and the rotors or propellers
are fully stationary;
b. the wheel chocks have been put in place.
2. It is forbidden to drive between a signaller issuing parking or start signals to
an aircraft and the aircraft in question, or to stand close to a signaller, or to
position equipment in such a way that the signaller is hindered in the
exercising of his task.
Article 37
Passing an aircraft
1. If an aircraft is about to depart (engine/propellers running and anti-collision
lights illuminated), the aircraft may not be passed either at front or rear. You
must at all times wait beyond the yellow line, maintaining a minimum
separation of 8 metres.
2. An aircraft moving under its own power may only be passed at the rear, and
then only at a distance at which no damage can be caused to aircraft or
persons.
Article 38
Taxiing aircraft
1. The route to be taken by taxiing aircraft must be kept free of all other traffic.
2. If taxiing aircraft are preceded by a vehicle from the platform traffic control
service, a rotating amber-coloured lamp will be lit on the roof of the vehicle.
3. For further provisions relating to taxiing aircraft, see article 44.
Article 39
Anti-collision lights
1. In as much as aircraft present on the platform are equipped with anti-collision
lights, these lights must be lit shortly before starting the aircraft engines.
2. In the situation referred to in paragraph one, all other traffic in the vicinity,
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including pedestrian traffic, must take account of the fact that the aircraft is
about to be set in motion.
3. Between sunset and sunrise and during daytime with visibility of less than 500
metres, aircraft on the runway, carriageways and a platform must always
illuminate their navigation lights.
Article 40
Keeping platforms clear
1. All vehicles and other equipment involved in handling an aircraft must be
parked in such a manner as not to prevent it from being readily driven or
towed away from an aircraft in case of an emergency.
2. Ramp equipment shall be parked in designated storage areas when not in
use. Ground equipment shall not be left unattended when outside of these
designated areas. (appendix B)
Article 41
Measures in the event of strong winds and storms
1. At wind force 7 (30 knots or more) or if such high winds are expected, the
handling company or airline company must take measures to fix or anchor
any loose objects (such as empty containers) solidly.
2. Owners must anchor their aircraft in such a way, or position their aircraft nose
into the wind, so that there is no risk of shifting or damage.
Article 42
Passengers
1. The carrying of passengers on a platform by vehicle is forbidden, unless
permission for passenger transport has been granted by the management.
2. During passenger transport, a member of staff of the airline or handling
company in question must always be present in the vehicle.
3. If passengers and visiting aircrew need to cross a platform/spot by foot, the
company responsible for handling these passengers must ensure that they
are at all times accompanied by an authorised person (platform steward). The
platform steward must point out any (minor) risks to pedestrians.
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4. No headgear may be worn on the airport site (platform/spots). An exception
applies to aircrew, platform staff and platform stewards, on condition the
headgear is attached with a chin strap or a headset is worn on top to prevent
the headgear being blown away.
Platform staff and platform stewards are also permitted to wear a so-called
‘bump cap’, a safety helmet in the form of a baseball cap. Bump caps are
fitted with an additional strap between the back of the head and the neck, as
a result of which they cannot be blown away.
5. Mobile telephones, sound carriers (MP3 players, Ipod, etc.) must be switched
off on the airport site.
Article 43
Embarkation and disembarkation
1. Passengers are not permitted to embark onto or disembark from an aircraft
on which one or more engines or rotors or propellers are operating.
The management may allow exceptions to this ban for home based aircraft.
2. Passenger embarkation/disembarkation in the exception as intended in
paragraph one must be supervised by a crew member or the person
responsible for supervising the passengers (platform steward).
3. Any movements as referred to above must at all times be reported to Airport
Security.
4. For passengers of home based helicopter operators, embarkation and
disembarkation with engines and rotors in operation are permitted if the
following conditions are met:
a. Permission has been granted by the management.
b. The helicopter is parked with the passenger door facing the gang path.
c. At least two personnel (platform stewards or staff members designated
by the helicopter operator) for supervision must be on hand, and
positioned in such a way as to screen off the danger zones.
d. Disembarking and embarking passengers are constantly supervised by
at least one person (platform steward or member of staff designated by
the helicopter operator).
e. Passengers are taken directly in a straight line from and to the
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helicopter.
f. No passenger activities (donning/doffing off lifejackets, picking up
luggage, etc.) are permitted beneath the rotor field of the helicopter.
g. No other activities (e.g. refuelling, loading/unloading luggage and
cargo) are carried out during embarkation and disembarkation.
h. No aircraft are located on the adjacent parking spot(s) on which the
engines, rotors and propellers are operating or switched on.
i.
There must be no tanker in the vicinity of the helicopter.
j.
No work may be currently underway by third parties at adjacent parking
spots.
5. The aircraft captain is responsible for compliance with the stipulations in
paragraphs one and two.
6. The management reserves the right to temporarily withdraw this exemption
under certain conditions.
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CHAPTER V
Regulations relating to aircraft
Article 44
Taxiing
1. Taxiing by aircraft on the airport site is only permitted on the surfaced
carriageways intended for that purpose, according to the routes specified by
the management, as published in the AIP and the Notam except – as the
situation arises – in the event of other instructions issued by the management
or the traffic control service.
2. The taking off and landing of a helicopter from or on a platform spot or
taxiway is forbidden, unless the following conditions are met:
a. permission is granted in advance by the local air traffic control service;
b. the area which must be overflown/air taxied over is free from persons,
obstacles and vehicles;
c. the platform or taxiway on which the helicopter intends to land is free
from persons, vehicles and other equipment;
d. no injury or damage is caused to persons or property.
3. For further specifications relating to taxiing aircraft, see article 38.
Article 45
Captains
1. Unless another settlement is reached with the airline in question, the captain
of an aircraft must report to the Royal Netherlands Military Police and Airport
Security immediately following arrival and prior to departure of the aircraft,
and in other cases considered desirable by the management.
2. The captain is required, on request, to provide all information relating to the
aircraft, the crew, passengers and cargo.
3. In connection with the possible movement of the aircraft, pilots of visiting
aircraft may be required to hand over the keys to the aircraft, as long as they
are parked or stored on the airport site.
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Article 46
Parking and storage of aircraft
1. The standing, parking and storage of aircraft, and carrying out repairs on
aircraft are only permitted at the places and in the areas intended for that
purpose, as designated by or with permission from the management
(appendix B)
2. The standing of aircraft on the hard standings intended for that purpose is
coordinated by Operations. Before the aircraft is towed to a standing, the
operator must agree with Operations on which standing is to be used.
3. The management can have parked or stood aircraft relocated, if in the
judgement of the management this is desirable for reasons of security, order
or operational policy. Any related costs can be charged.
4. A decision may be taken by or on behalf of the management or the duly
appointed handling company that an aircraft may not be parked at a particular
location for longer than the previously agreed period of time.
Article 47
Tow bars and tractors
The airlines and handling companies based on the airport are required to have one
or more tow bars and tractors available on the airport site that are suitable for the
aircraft used or handled by these companies.
Article 48
Handling equipment
Safety requirements may be imposed by the management on the handling
equipment.
Article 49
Steering and towing of aircraft
1. An aircraft moving on the airport site under its own power must at all times be
operated by a legally-authorised person.
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2. The towing of aircraft fitted with wheel brakes on the airport site is only
permitted if a duly qualified person is present in the cockpit, to operate the
brakes.
3. The vehicle towing an aircraft must at all times be preceded by a platform
vehicle. A rotating amber-coloured lamp or flashlight must at all times be
illuminated on the roof of the vehicle towing an aircraft.
4. In respect of the provisions of this article, the management may impose
further conditions.
Article 50
On-board radar
As long as an aircraft is located on a platform, the on-board radar installation must
not be in a powered up condition or in a standby mode.
Article 51
Commissioning aircraft engines
1. Before an aircraft engine is commissioned:
a. persons, vehicles and other equipment in as much as not necessary
for starting the engines must be removed from the immediate vicinity of
the aircraft;
b. all aviation fuel, oils and greases spilt below or near the aircraft must
have been removed;
c. in the immediate vicinity of the aircraft, the handling company must
have fire-fighting equipment of sufficient quality and capacity, suitable
for fighting fuel fires, as determined by the management, available for
use, equipped with a hose and nozzle of sufficient length to be able to
easily reach the engine housings;
d. the provisions in article 36 and 37 must be complied with.
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Article 52
Starting and running aircraft engines
1. During the starting and running of aircraft engines:
a. a duly legally authorised person must be present in the cockpit, in
control of the control devices and brakes;
b. outside the aircraft, only if engines and rotors are out of sight of
aircrew/captains, a duly authorised person must be present in such a
position that he can pass on instructions to the person in the cockpit;
c. this must be carried out in such a way that the backdraft (propeller),
downwash (rotor) or exhaust backdraft can cause no damage to
buildings or other property and that the safety of persons is not
endangered.
Article 53
Moving aircraft
1. When an aircraft is set in motion with operating engine/rotor, this must be
carried out in such a way that no damage can be reasonably caused on the
airport site, and the safety of persons is not put at risk.
2. Aircraft engines may not be started or kept running in hangars.
Article 54
Test running
1. Test runs on aircraft may only be carried out at the locations duly designated
by the management. (spot 5,6,9 and 12)
2. Test running is permitted during daytime hours (07.00 – 19.00 hours) but not
more than twice a day for 10 minutes.
On an incidental basis, due to unforeseen circumstances, it may be
necessary to test-run engines more often or test running may last longer than
10 minutes. To make this possible, an exception to the noise levels is
permitted, on not more than 12 occasions per year.
3. To maintain a record of how many times this entitlement to exceptions has
been used, the operator must keep a logbook. The logbook records:
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a.
b.
c.
d.
e.
date;
aircraft type;
standing location;
times of start and finish of test running;
power setting and duration of test run at this setting.
The logbook must be submitted to the management, each month.
4. For test running, the local air traffic control service must have granted
permission, and throughout the test running period, the specified radio
frequency must be monitored.
5. If the aircraft is located on one of the platforms, the engine or rotor may only
be operated at idling speed, unless a higher engine speed is necessary for
carrying out a particular test.
6. The captain of the aircraft, the party issuing the order or the person acting
under his own authority is responsible for compliance with this chapter.
Article 55
Training flights
1. No training flights (fixed-winged aircraft with an mtow > 6,000 kg and all
helicopters) are permitted on Sundays and national holidays. .
On Saturdays, large traffic is permitted to carry out exclusively IFR training
flights between 14.30 and 17.00 hours.
2. On Saturdays, Sundays and national holidays, hoisting/winching are not
permitted unless strictly necessary for carrying out work.
Any such work must always be requested in advance from air traffic control,
and reported to the management.
3. In respect of the provisions in this article, the management may impose other
conditions.
Article 56
Flight planning
Not more than 10 flight movements (incoming or outgoing) are permitted each hour.
Only outgoing flights are planned between 07.00 and 08.00 hours. The time
breakdown is as follows:
At 07.00 hours: 3 flights
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At 07.15 hours: 3 flights
At 07.30 hours: 3 flights
At 07.45 hours: 1 flight
During the course of the day, as far as possible, this timetable will be maintained,
taking account of incoming flights.
The management may impose additional rules or allow exemptions to the flight
planning.
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CHAPTER VI
Provisions relating to crashed or broken-down aircraft
Article 57
Recovery of a crashed aircraft
1. An aircraft crashed on the airport must be immediately removed from the
accident location by or on behalf of the owner or holder, after permission has
duly been issued by the competent authorities.
2. Agreement must be reached in advance with the management on the manner
in which the crashed aircraft will be recovered, and the handover location.
3. If the provisions in paragraphs 1 and 2 cannot be met, the crashed aircraft will
immediately be transferred by or on behalf of the management to a location to
be duly appointed by the management, where the aircraft will be stored for
the account and risk of the owner or holder.
4. The management is authorised to have a crashed aircraft removed from the
airport for the account of the owner or holder, all without prejudice to its right
of retention arising from Dutch civil law.
5. This also applies to the remains of an aircraft crashed on the airport and, in
as much as applicable, in respect of any aircraft that has broken down there.
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CHAPTER VII
Provisions relating to hangars owned by Den Helder Airport
Article 58
1. In hangars, it is forbidden;
a. to start up or operate aircraft engines or auxiliary power units, also
known as APUs;
b. to store (aviation) fuels or other hazardous liquids/substances, other
than at the storage locations duly designated by the management;
c. to refuel aircraft/vehicles;
d. during the period that an aircraft is located in the hangar, to operate or
start up the on-board radar installation present in that aircraft. An
exception may be made if relevant security measures are used and
measures have been taken to prevent damage and disruption to
people, equipment and the hangar;
e. it is forbidden, without permission from the management, to store tools,
materials, vehicles and other movable properties;
f. without permission from the management, to park/store aircraft or
vehicles and carry out repairs on aircraft and vehicles.
2. The provisions in paragraph 1.b do not apply to fuels and/or gases present in
the normal tanks of aircraft or motor vehicles.
3. Persons/users who have carried out work or who own a stored vehicle in the
hangar or who have been involved in the handling of aircraft must leave the
hangar in a clean condition, following use.
4. The stored aircraft or vehicle must be parked in such a way that escape
routes are not hindered. The aircraft must also be blocked with its blocking
device or brake so that it cannot move independently.
5. Other provisions specified in the airport regulations also apply inside the
hangar owned by Den Helder Airport.
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CHAPTER VIII
Provisions relating to start up vehicles
Article 59
1. A ground power vehicle may only be positioned at a point such that it can be
driven away unhindered from the aircraft, at all times.
2. Refuelling a ground power vehicle during operation is prohibited.
3. Start-up vehicles equipped with a generator with combustion engine must be
equipped with a spark-proof exhaust and noise attenuator. The exhaust may
not be aimed downwards.
4. Ground power vehicles must be equipped with a parking brake which must be
used when storing and parking these vehicles.
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CHAPTER IX
Regulations relating to refuelling and the transport of aviation fuel
Article 60
1. Refuelling in this chapter shall be taken to include transfer pumping, draining
or pumping out of aviation fuel.
2. Unless permission has been obtained in advance from the management, the
refuelling of fuel for aircraft anywhere other than in open air, whereby the tank
openings and venting points are located at least 20 meters from hangars and
other buildings, is forbidden (unless local conditions make it necessary to
deviate from this requirement).
Article 61
Spark producing objects
1. During the refuelling of aviation fuel, within a radius of 20 meters from the
tank openings and venting points, no objects may be used that could cause a
spark.
2. Refuelling personnel are prohibited to use or carry a mobile phone.
3. The person involved in refuelling aviation fuel is prohibited from wearing any
hob-nailed footwear or footwear unsafely fitted with metal soles.
4. Refuelling personnel are not permitted to make use of any lights other than
lights that are sealed gas proof. (see article 24, sub 3,4,5.)
Article 62
Positioning and operation of fuel trucks
1. A fuel truck must be positioned in such a way in respect of the aircraft that it
can be driven away from the aircraft unhindered, at all times.
2. In addition to the requirements in this chapter, further instructions may be
issued by or on behalf of the management, for the positioning and operation
of fuel trucks.
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Article 63
Extinguishers
The management determines that during aircraft refuelling and in the immediate
vicinity of the refuelling activities, fire extinguishers of sufficient capacity and
suitability must be present. This is in addition to the fire equipment present on the
refuelling truck.
Article 64
Extinguishing equipment
All aircraft parking spots and each fuel transport vehicle must be equipped with
adequate fire fighting equipment of sufficient capacity and type. And at all times be
ready for immediate use.
Article 65
Earthing
Before refuelling is started, the following actions must be carried out in the following
order:
a. The aircraft and the fuel truck or dispenser must be connected to the ground
by an earth cable;
b. The aircraft and the fuel truck or dispenser must be connected together by an
earth cable;
c. Before the filler opening on the aviation fuel tank is opened, the hose nozzle
must be linked to the aircraft by an earth cable.
Article 66
Activities during refuelling
During refuelling, it is forbidden:
a. to have passengers on board;
b. to carry out any work on the aircraft close to the filling or venting opening of
the tanks;
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c. in the aircraft and between the aircraft and any objects located outside the
aircraft, to make or break any electrical contact;
d. to place electrical switches, including those on the radio installation, to
another setting, with the exception of those switches that belong to the
equipment necessary for refuelling, and the necessary lighting;
e. to refuel aircraft as long as parts of the landing gear, such as wheels, tyres
and brakes are excessively heated;
f. to allow engines and rotors to run in the absence of the navy/air force fire
brigade (hot refuelling).
Article 67
Spilt oil or fuel
1. During refuelling, personnel must avoid any action that could result in any fire
hazard. Refuelling must be carried out in such a way that no fuel is spilt.
2. Any spillage/leak of oil or fuel on the platform must be immediately reported
to Operations, Airport Security and the management.
3. Oil or fuel spilt on a platform or car park must be immediately removed for the
account of the party responsible for the spillage, using agents intended for
that purpose.
Article 68
Thunderstorm
During storm conditions above or within a radius of 13 km from the airport, a
refuelling ban can be issued by or on behalf of the management.
Article 69
Special security measures
1. Without prejudice to the provisions of articles 60 through to 69, aircraft may
not be refuelled during embarkation or disembarkation of passengers, or
while passengers are located on board, with the exception of the cockpit
crew, unless prior permission has been obtained from the management.
2. Smoking is not permitted (all "no-smoking" panels must be correctly
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illuminated in the cabin(s)).
3. The position of electrical switches may not be altered.
4. Carrying out any action which causes or could cause a spark or open fire is
forbidden.
5. Seatbelts must have been disconnected.
6. The passageways, entrances and exits and the stairs must be kept free from
all obstacles; the path from and to the stairs may not be crossed by tank
hoses or cables.
7. Refuelling must be immediately halted if and as long as fuel vapours are
observed in the aircraft or any other fact is noticed which could represent a
danger.
8. The airline or handling company must ensure strict compliance with the
provisions in paragraphs 2 through to 7.
Article 70
Transport, storage and use of hazardous substances
1. Hazardous substances may not be left unattended on the platform.
2. It is forbidden to transport aviation fuel or other fuels/liquids, unless the load
is secured in such a way that safe transport is guaranteed, and permission
has been issued by the management.
3. Hazardous substances may not be placed outside the duly designated
location.
4. Hazardous substances may only be handled by duly authorised/trained
personnel.
5. If the hazardous liquid/substance is packaged according to the Hazardous
Substances Act for storage or transport, it must be notified (in advance) to the
management and Airport Security.
It is compulsory to store or transport these substances via the access routes
designated for that purpose by the management, to the duly designated
locations.
Following the notification of these hazardous substances, the management
may further specify whether these substances can be stored or transported.
6. Washing helicopter engines with chemicals (such as Ardrox) is not permitted.
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a. Washing helicopter engines must be done without operating rotors on
a non-permeable flooring, in such way that no spray end up outside the
non-permeable flooring (stipulated in the regulations ‘wet milieubeheer’
article 3.27)
Article 71
Parking fuel trucks
A fuel truck may never be left unattended at any time, unless the fuel truck is parked
at a by the management designated location.
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CHAPTER X
Concluding regulations
Article 72
Supervision of compliance
Day-to-day supervision of compliance of the requirements in these regulations is
primarily the responsibility of the management; supervision may be fully or partially
delegated to handling or security personnel.
Article 73
Liability
1. The management accepts no liability whatsoever for itself or for its staff for
any damage or personal injury occurring at the airport or airport site;
furthermore, the management accepts no liability for theft, loss, destruction,
damage or any losses whatsoever, except in as far as it is demonstrated that
they are the result of serious shortcomings on its part.
2. The management accepts no liability whatsoever for losses which may arise if
in the judgement of the management or any other authority the airport site or
the accommodation can fully or partially not be made available.
3. Outside normal operating hours of the airport, as concerns use of the civilian
part of the airport site, in addition to the provisions in these regulations, the
general and special conditions relating to shared use of military airport sites
by third parties apply.
4. Damage or suspected damage to the property of the airport or third parties
must be immediately notified to the management and/or Airport Security.
.
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Article 74
Introduction of the regulations
These regulations become effective on the date of signature.
Article 75
Title
These regulations are identified as: Airport regulations Den Helder Airport.
The management of Den Helder Airport, on their behalf:
H.J. van den Hoff-Nelis
Managing Director
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Appendix A
Terminal/Secured Areas/Area colors ID-Key card
Departure hall
Arrival hall
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Appendix B
Spots/ Platform/ Aircraft side Airside / Walking path / Area colors ID/Key-card
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Appendix C
Parking space A, B and C
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Appendix
D
Ice Control
Bestrijdingsmiddelen:
a.
Wegenzout: Uitsluitend te gebruiken landside (gebied 1 t/m 3 en gebied 8 t/m 10)
b.
Clearway 1: Uitsluitend te gebruiken airside (4 t/m 7)
Om te voldoen aan de milieuwet en regelgeving is het verplicht om een registratie bij te houden van het gebruik
en de voorraad van Clearway 1.
Ice control
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