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Rule R914-2. Safety Rules and Procedures for Aircraft Operations on Roads.

As in effect on May 1, 2009

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R914-2-1. Authority.

A. This rule establishes procedures as required by Section 72-10-118.

R914-2-2. Procedures.

A. Only lightly traveled roads will be used for aircraft operations. Counties will designate particular county road segments to be used.

B. The road to be used for aircraft operations will be inspected by ground personnel for safety prior to use.

C. The road segment to be used will be blocked off by ground personnel prior to aircraft operations to insure that there is no road traffic during the aircraft use period.

D. Landings will be permitted on roads during daylight hours only.

R914-2-3. Issuance of Special Licenses to Pilots Operating on Roads.

A. Applicant must be a holder of at least a private pilot certificate.

B. Applicant must have a minimum of 200 total flying hours and at least 25 hours in the type of aircraft to be used.

C. Applicant must have completed a proficiency review flight within the past 24 months.

D. Applicant must be familiar with short and soft field landing and take-off procedures and obstacle clearance procedures for the type aircraft used.

R914-2-4. Issuance of Special Licenses for Aircraft Landing on Roads.

A. Licenses will be issued only to those showing specific need to use roads for aircraft operations in order to accomplish a required service.

B. The applicant will be required to show proof of insurance pursuant to Section 72-10-118. Insurance must have no stipulations against off-airport operations.

KEY

licensing, aviation safety

Date of Enactment or Last Substantive Amendment

1990

Notice of Continuation

October 23, 2007

Authorizing, Implemented, or Interpreted Law

72-10-118

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