2007-2010I City of
•" '
m T
L
Adopted: February 20, 2007
Effective: June 1, 2007
Revised: May 18, 2010
i�
TABLE OF CONTENTS PREFACE
CHAPTER 1.00 - GENERAL
1.01
Federal Aviation Administration Regulations and Procedures
1.02
Same; Blair Airport Authority Policies and Procedures
1.03
Exemptions
CHAPTER 2.00 - ENFORCEMENT
2.01
Intent
2.02
Authority
CHAPTER 3.00 - DEFINITIONS
CHAPTER 4.00 - REGULATION OF AIRCRAFT
4.01
Parking; Fees
4.02
Illegally Parked Aircraft; Remedies
4.03
Accidents; Damaged Property; Repairs to Aircraft
4.04
Lien on Impounded Aircraft
4.05
Blair Airport Authority Free from Liability
4.06
Aircraft Operations; Generally
4.07
Aircraft Movement
4.08
Aircraft Noise and Engine Run -Ups
4.09
Off Airport Access (Through the Fence)
4.10
Miscellaneous Operational Regulations
CHAPTER 5.00 - AIRCRAFT FUELING AND FIRE SAFETY
5.01
Fuel Servicing Operations; Location
5.02
Aircraft Engines
5.03
Bonding and Grounding
5.04
Fire Hazards
5.05
Same - Air Carriers
5.06
Smoking in Fuel Service Vehicles
5.07
Fire Extinguishers
5.08
Fueling in Hangars; Buildings
CHAPTER 6.00
- REGULATION OF VEHICLES
6.01
Generally
6.02
Traffic Control Devices
6.03
Parking
6.04
Loading Zones - Passengers
6.05
Same - Materials
6.06
Impeding Flow of Traffic
6.07
Right of Way for Aircraft
6.08
Condition of Vehicles
6.09
Vehicle Access to Restricted Areas
6.10
Access to Airport Property
6.11
Accidents; Damage to Airport Property
CHAPTER 7.00 - PERSONAL CONDUCT
7.01 Generally
7.02 Restricted Areas
7.03 Animals
7.04 Soliciting and Conduct of Commercial Activities
7.05 Advertisements
7.06 Throwing Objects
7.07 Litter
7.08 Noxious or Corrosive Substances
7.09 Kites, Model Aircraft, etc.
7.10 Demonstrations
7.11 Individual Behavior
7.12 Camping, Games, Hunting, Picnicking
7.13 Firearms
7.14 Photography; Movie Productions; Polls
7.15 Tampering with Private or Public Property
7.16 Smoking Prohibited
7.17 Lost Articles
7.18 Right of Entry
7.19 Gambling
CHAPTER 8.00 - LEASE PROCESS FOR DEVELOPMENT
CHAPTER 9.00 - AIRPORT TENANT
CHAPTER 10.00 - BUSINESS FRANCHISE
10.01 GENERAL
10.02 BUSINESS ACTIVITIES - DEFINITIONS
10.03 LICENSE APPROVAL/REVISIONS
10.04 NON-COMPLIANCE/REVOCATION OF BUSINESS FRANCHISE
10.05 CURRENT BUSINESS ACTIVITIES PRIOR TO MINIMUM STANDARDS
10.06 AERIAL APPLICATIONS
10.07 AIR TAXI SERVICE (FAR Part 121 & 135 Operators)
10.08 AIRCRAFT PAINT SERVICES
10.09 AIRCRAFT RENTAL
10.10 AIRCRAFT SALES & LEASING
10.11 AIRFRAME AND/OR POWERPLANT REPAIR
10.12 FBO (PUBLIC AIRCRAFT FUELS DISPENSING)
10.13 FLIGHT TRAINING
10.14 FLYING CLUBS
10.15 INDEPENDENT COMMERCIAL OPERATOR
10.16 NON-PUBLIC AIRCRAFT FUELS DISPENSING
10.17 OFF AIRPORT ACCESS
10.18 RADIO, INSTRUMENT, OR PROPELLER SERVICES
10.19 RESTAURANT SERVICES
10.20 SPECIALIZED COMMERCIAL FLIGHT SERVICES
CHAPTER 11.00 - MULTIPLE SERVICES
CHAPTER 12.00 - MINIMUM INSURANCE REQUIREMENTS
APPENDICES:
A. SAMPLE LEASE AGREEMENT & EXHIBIT A
B. SAMPLE T -HANGAR LEASE AGREEMENT
C. APPLICATION FOR BUSINESS FRANCHISE
D. RESOLUTION 1086 SETTING AIRPORT FEE
The Blair Airport Authority, as owner/operator of a federally obligated airport, is responsible
for instituting Rules and Regulations found under the Federal Aviation Regulations for the
safe operation of the airport and instituting Minimum Standards establishing the threshold
entry criteria for those wishing to provide commercial aeronautical services to the public on
the Blair Municipal Airport. It has been generally acknowledged and proven by history that
the development, updating and enforcement of Minimum Standards can diminish
complaints by potential or existing aviation businesses at public airports.
This document was produced through the cooperative efforts of the Blair Airport Authority
and tenants and users of the Blair Municipal Airport. Industry standards provided by
other public airports of similar size and nature, as well as the American Association of
Airport Executives, the National Air Transportation Association, the Aircraft Owners & Pilot
Association's Airport Support Program for Minimum Standards for Commercial
Aeronautical Activities were used as the basis for its content.
This document helps ensure that the Blair Airport Authority meets all of its obligations
to the Federal Aviation Administration in providing and allowing services on the Blair
Municipal Airport that are provided on a fair and equal basis, and protects the interests
of existing and future tenants in ensuring the same.
The official copy of these rules and regulations, as amended from time to time, shall be
maintained in the office of the City Clerk for the City of Blair Nebraska at 218 South 16th
Street.
1 {00 GENERAL
The rules set out in these Chapters are adopted for the regulation of any airport owned and/or operated by
the Blair Airport Authority. These rules may be cited as Blair Municipal Airport Rules and Regulations, or the
Rules and Regulations.
Individual policies and procedures of the Blair Airport Authority remain in effect except as otherwise revised,
cancelled or replaced by the Blair Airport Authority.
It is the intent of the rules and regulations in these Chapters to establish and promulgate the standards deemed
necessary to the maintenance and promotion of the peace, health, good government and welfare of Blair
Airport Authority owned/operated airports; to provide for the best performance of functions thereof; to
promote the security of persons using the airport and its facilities; and by such rules and regulations, to provide
enforcement for violation thereof.
The rules and regulations in these Chapters shall constitute a special enactment effective only within the
boundaries of the airport and not otherwise.
1.01 Federal Aviation Administration Regulations and Procedures
All flight and ground aircraft operations and vehicle operations at the airport shall be conducted in
accordance with FAA rules and regulations and FAA approved policies, procedures, and recommendations
for aircraft and airports, now in effect or hereafter promulgated, which rules, regulations, policies,
procedures and recommendations are incorporated into these rules and regulations by reference.
Any Airport Certification Manual, Operations Manual or Ground Vehicle Operation Handbook now in effect or
hereafter adopted for the airport, upon adoption, is incorporated into these rules and regulations by reference.
1.02 Same; Blair Airport Authority Policies and Procedures
Any Storm Water Management Plan (SWMP) or environmental regulations now in effect or hereafter adopted
or revised for the airport, upon adoption or revision is incorporated in these rules and regulations by reference.
Any policy of the Blair Airport Authority now in effect or hereafter adopted or revised, upon adoption or
revision, is incorporated into these rules and regulations by reference.
Any Minimum Standards, Business Franchise Policy and Rates and Charges now in effect or hereafter adopted
or revised, upon adoption or revision is incorporated into these rules and regulations by reference.
1.03 Exemptions
Exemptions to these rules and regulations may be granted pursuant to the following requirements.
a) Exemptions must be approved by the Blair Airport Authority Board.
b) Each exemption must be petitioned separately in writing and addressed to the Blair Airport Authority,
delivered to the Airport Manager.
c) A petition for exemption must state the regulation for which exemption is requested, the reason
justifying the request for exemption, the duration or number of instances for which the exemption is
requested, and any other pertinent information relevant to the request or as requested from the Airport
Manager and/or Blair Airport Authority.
The Blair Airport Authority has the right at its sole discretion to grant or deny a petition for exemption based
upon the best interest of the airport.
Page 1 of 33
2.00 ENFORCEMENT
2.01 Intent
This Chapter is designed to establish and define enforcement authority necessary to the maintenance and
promotion of the peace, good government and welfare of the airport for the order and security of its
inhabitants, users and visitors; and to protect the peace, lives, health and property of such inhabitants, users
and visitors.
2.02 Authority
a) General. The primary responsibility of the design, establishment, promulgation and coordination of
any special police, fire and health instructions and procedures effective at and upon the airport shall
rest with the Airport Manager, advised and assisted by the Blair City Manager, the Chief of Police,
Sheriff, Fire Marshall, and such other departments of local government as special problems and
circumstances may from time to time require.
b) Power of the Airport Manager to Require Identification. The Airport Manager and other regularly
appointed employees of the Blair Airport Authority specifically designated by the Airport Manager
shall have the right and power to request and require any person to give his/her true name and
residence in matters connected with the airport, including the enforcement of these Rules and
Regulations. No person shall intentionally refuse to report or give a false report of his name or
residence to the Airport Manager or designated employee who has requested the information when
acting in an official capacity in a matter connected with the airport including enforcement of these
Rules and Regulations.
c) Enforcement Authority. Any peace officer of the Blair Airport Authority, Washington County, as well
as the Airport Manager and other regularly appointed employees of the airport specifically
designated by the Airport Manager shall have the right and power to enforce any and all regulations
contained in these Chapters. Such persons shall have the power to issue citations for any violation of
these Rules and Regulations.
d) Penalties. Persons found to be in non-compliance with the provisions of these Chapters will be subject
to the revocation of certain privileges upon the airport premises which may include, but not be limited
to; removal from the airport premises, revocation of commercial aviation privileges and/or Business
Franchise, termination of lease or operating agreement, or civil penalties as may be provided for
by State and local laws.
3.00 DEFINITIONS
The following terms, when used in these Rules and Regulations and Minimum Standards, shall have the
meanings respectively ascribed to them by these Rules and Regulations.
AERONAUTICAL ACTIVITY — Any activity which involves, makes possible, or is required for the operation of
aircraft, or which contributes to or is required for the safety of such operations. The following activities,
commonly conducted on airports, are aeronautical within this definition; Pilot training; aircraft rental; FAR
part 135 and 121 charter operations; sightseeing; aerial photography; crop dusting; aerial advertising or
surveying; scheduled and non-scheduled Part 121 operations; aircraft sales; sale of aviation petroleum
products (whether or not conducted in conjunction with other included activities); service, repair and
maintenance of aircraft; sale of aircraft parts and accessories; the sale of, and repair and maintenance of
aircraft radios and instruments; the sale, repair and maintenance of aircraft propellers, and any other activity
which because of its direct relationship to the operation of aircraft, can be regarded as an aeronautical
activity.
AIR OPERATIONS AREA OR AOA — Shall mean any area of the airport, both public and leased, used or
intended to be used for the landing, takeoff, taxiing, or parking of aircraft, or any other area designated so by
the Airport Manager.
Page 2 of 33
AIR TRAFFIC CONTROL OR ATC — Shall mean personnel, equipment, air traffic services and Federal
11
Aviation Administration procedures provided or prescribed for use at the airport, including those
procedures for operation of aircraft at an uncontrolled airport.
AIRCRAFT — Shall mean any weight -carrying structure for navigation in the air and which obtains support
by the dynamic reaction of the air to any obstruction connected with the structure. Gliders and ultra -lights,
either powered or un -powered, helicopters, hot air balloons or airships will be considered aircraft.
AIRCRAFT EMERGENCY OR EMERGENCY—Shall mean a problem or condition involving an aircraft
whether in flight or on the ground, which could endanger lives or property. An aircraft emergency can be declared
by the pilot, ATC, the Airport Manager, or other personnel responsible for the safe operation of the aircraft or
airport.
BLAIR AIRPORT AUTHORITY BOARD — Shall mean the Blair Airport Authority Board, an elected board,
which has policy, and decision-making authority for the operation of the airport. This term shall also include
the persons employed by the Blair Airport Authority when acting in an official capacity on behalf of the BAA.
AIRPORT CERTIFICATION OR OPERATIONS MANUAL — Shall mean the specifications containing the
minimum operating standards of the airport, whether or not approved by the Federal Aviation Administration.
AIRPORT GOVERNING BODY — The Blair Airport Authority Board, an elected board which has policy and
decision making authority for the operation of the airport. This term shall also include any person employed by
the Blair Airport Authority when acting in an official capacity on behalf of the Blair Airport Authority.
AIRPORT MANAGER OR MANAGER — Shall mean the Airport Manager for the Blair Municipal Airport, the
appointed head of the airport, being responsible for administration, operations and maintenance of the
airport.
AIRPORT OFFICIAL — Shall mean any member of the Blair Airport Authority, the Airport Manager,
Assistant Airport Manager, or any other Blair Airport Authority employee designated by the Airport Manager
to be responsible for the safe operation of the airport, and specifically designated with the authority to do
so by the Airport Manager.
AIRPORT RESCUE AND FIREFIGHTING OR ARFF — Shall mean the primary firefighting personnel and
equipment responding to emergencies on the airport.
AIRPORT ROADWAY — Shall mean those portions of the airport designated and made available temporarily or
permanently by the Blair Airport Authority for vehicular traffic and not located on ground leased by others.
AIRPORT TENANT — Defined as any person, firm, or corporation leasing property or improvements from the
Blair Airport Authority who is not a Fixed Base Operator (FBO).
AIRPORT TENANT SUBLESSEE — Any person, firm or corporation leasing property or improvements from any
Airport Tenant (defined above) who is not a Fixed Base Operator.
AIRPORT, AIRPORTS, OR AIRFIELD — Shall mean all of the land, improvements, facilities and development
of the Blair Municipal Airport.
APRON OR APRON AREA — Shall mean those portions of the airport, both public and leased, designated for
the parking and/or storage of aircraft.
BUSINESS FRANCHISE — The Commercial Operator/Airport Operations Franchise issued Commercial
Tenants and FBO's by the Blair Airport Authority certifying compliance with the airport's minimum
standards.
Page 3 of 33
CITY — Shall mean the City of Blair, Nebraska.
a
COMMERCIAL BUSINESS OR COMMERCIAL BUSINESS ACTIVITY — Shall mean the conduct of any activity
on the airport for hire, whether conducted by a licensed business or individual.
COUNTY — Shall mean Washington County, Nebraska.
FAA — Shall mean the Federal Aviation Administration.
FAR — Shall mean the Federal Aviation Regulations found in Title 14, Code of the Federal Regulations.
FIXED BASE OPERATOR (FBO) — A Fixed Base Operator (FBO) is defined as any person, firm, or
corporation providing aviation services to the public. The FBO may apply for any Business Franchises and
perform any of the commercial aviation functions or furnish any of the commercial aviation services as
hereafter set out for Commercial Operators at the Blair Municipal Airport. No person, firm, or corporation
shall engage in any commercial activity as a Fixed Base Operator as herein defined unless the same is
done in full compliance with the standards, rules and regulations herein set forth. A person shall qualify as a
Fixed Base Operator only upon providing the minimum services as described in these Chapters.
FRANCHISE FEE As Established by the Blair Airport Authority Rates and Fees Schedule.
GROUND TRANSPORTATION BUSINESS — Shall mean the pursuance of the occupation of
transporting passengers, material, or baggage for hire, either within the airport or from or to the airport from or
to the points outside the airport.
GROUND VEHICLE OPERATION HANDBOOK —Shall mean the handbook recommended or approved by the
FAA governing operations of motor vehicles on an airport.
MOVEMENT AREA — Shall mean the runways, taxiways, and other landing areas of the airport which are
utilized for taxiing, hover taxiing, air taxiing, and landings and takeoffs of aircraft, exclusive of apron areas.
OPERATOR — Shall mean any person who pilots, controls, or maintains, whether directly or indirectly, an
aircraft, airport or vehicle.
PERMITTEE — Any organization, business or person not leasing space at the airport who has been authorized
by the Blair Airport Authority, and has paid a fee, to access the airport from an off -airport parcel of land.
PERSON — Shall mean any individual, firm, partnership, corporation, association, or company (including
any assignee, receiver, trustee, or similar representative thereof), or the United States of America or any
foreign government, state, or political subdivision thereof.
PUBLIC AREA — Shall mean those portions of the airport available for the use of the general public.
RESTRICTED AREA — Shall mean any portion of the airport to which no ingress is permitted except upon
specific authorization by the Airport Manager.
RUN-UP — Shall mean any operation of a stationary aircraft engine above idle power except to overcome inertia
for taxiing for takeoff.
SPECIALIZED AVIATION SERVICE OPERATOR (SASO) — Any aviation service provider that is not an FBO.
A SASO may be engaged in one or more activities.
SPONSOR — See Airport Governing Body.
Page 4 of 33
THROUGH THE FENCE OR OFF AIRPORT ACCESS — Operations that are conducted off the actual airport
property'that have aeronautical access to any portion of the airport's runway or taxiway system.
VEHICLE OR MOTOR VEHICLE — Shall mean any automobiles, golf carts, trucks, buses, motorcycles,
horse-drawn vehicles, tugs, or any other device in or upon or by which any person or property is or may
be transported, carried, or drawn upon land, excepting aircraft. Boats, trailers, motor homes and any other
non -aviation related device that is towed, pulled, pushed, or otherwise propelled are considered vehicles.
VEHICULAR PARKING AREA — Shall mean those portions of the airport designated and made
available temporarily or permanently by the Airport Manager for the parking of vehicles but not including
parking areas under lease to others.
4.00 REGULATION OF AIRCRAFT
4.01 Parking; Fees
Aircraft shall be parked only in assigned, leased, otherwise properly designated and authorized areas.
Parked and unattended aircraft shall be chocked or tied down if remaining overnight. No aircraft shall be
parked in restricted areas without the permission of an Airport Official.
The Blair Airport Authority shall establish and maintain a schedule of fees to be charged for the parking of
aircraft on the public use transient apron and on other designated public access parking areas. No person
shall park an aircraft on any such public parking areas overnight unless the required overnight parking fees
have been paid. Failure to pay the required parking fee may subject the owner or operator of the aircraft to
criminal sanctions or may result in the impoundment of the aircraft as hereafter provided. If any aircraft is found
parked in violation of this section, and the identity of the operator cannot be determined, the owner, or person
in whose name such aircraft is registered, shall be held prima facie responsible for such violation and fees.
4.02 Illegally Parked Aircraft; Remedies
Aircraft which are parked, stored or abandoned contrary to the provisions of Chapter 4.01, may be impounded.
Redemption of aircraft which have been impounded will necessitate the owner or operator paying all fees
accrued against such aircraft to include towing and storage fees incidental to impoundment. The airport
may remove such aircraft from an illegal parking place. The customary charges resulting from such activities
shall be charged against the registered owner of the aircraft.
Inoperable, abandoned or junked aircraft will not be permitted at the airport unless storage or parking of such
aircraft is the primary business of the person storing or parking such aircraft, or unless the aircraft is scheduled
to undergo repairs with the intent on placing the aircraft into airworthy condition. Aircraft scheduled to undergo
repairs with the intent on placing the aircraft into airworthy condition must have such repairs begin within a
reasonable period of time, as described in Chapter 4.03.
This section does not apply to aircraft owned by organizations, educational institutions or other parties, using
such aircraft for the primary purpose of educational activities.
4.03 Accidents; Damaged Property; Repairs to Aircraft
All accidents, incidents or damage of any nature involving aircraft or vehicles shall be reported to the Airport
Manager as soon as possible after the occurrence of same.
Any damage to airport installations, equipment or property as a direct or indirect consequence of flight
operations shall be, prima facie, the responsibility of the owner of the aircraft casually related to such damage.
Repair of such damage shall be ordered and accomplished by the Airport Manager by sending an invoice
covering the cost thereof, payable upon receipt, to the responsible owner.
Page 5 of 33
The owner of a damaged or disabled aircraft shall promptly remove it from any portion of the movement area or
airport, unless otherwise directed by the FAA, NTSB or an Airport Official. Failure of the owner or operator to
so remove an aircraft may result in removal by the Airport Manager, and all expenses of this removal will be the
responsibility of the owner.
Damaged or disabled aircraft parked or stored in an authorized, assigned, leased or otherwise properly
designated area in excess of thirty (30) days without undertaking repair or restoration thereof to operable
condition will, in the absence of special arrangements with and permission of the Airport Manager, be deemed
abandoned or junked aircraft subject to impoundment as illegally parked aircraft.
Repairs to aircraft damaged while in motion or parked on the airport are the sole responsibility of the owner.
The owner or operator accepts the premises as is and receives no assurances from the Blair Airport Authority
other than those required by the FAA and leases that may be in effect on the airport.
No repairs to or maintenance of aircraft shall be performed on any public area of the airport, unless authorized
by the Airport Manager.
Aircraft repairs and maintenance performed in airport owned T -hangars is limited to those provided for in FAR
Part 43, Appendix A, Section C.
4.04 Lien on Impounded Aircraft
The Blair Airport Authority shall have a lien on impounded aircraft for the storage and care thereof. Notification
to the owner of impounded aircraft shall be conclusively presumed given if, after accrual of sixty (60) days of
unpaid storage charges or fees, the registered owner of such aircraft is advised by registered or certified
letter, return receipt requested, of the fact of impoundment, delinquency in payment of charges, the
airport's lien for the payment of same and contemplated public sale of such aircraft following the expiration of
thirty (30) days from the mailing of such notice unless payment or suitable arrangements for payment have
been made.
4.05 City of Blair and Blair Airport Authority Free from Liability
No liability shall accrue to the airport, its officers, agents, or employees for the towing, removal,
impoundment, storage or disposition of aircraft or their contents under the provisions of this chapter.
4.06 Aircraft Operations; Generally
All aircraft operations shall be conducted in accordance with current Federal Aviation Administration Rules and
Regulations. All persons operating an aircraft shall have all licenses, registrations, certificates including
certificate of insurance and other required documentation available on their person, or in the aircraft, in
accordance with same.
Traffic Patterns: All aircraft shall adhere to traffic pattern requirements or standards as published or
designated by the Blair Airport Authority, and/or as specified in Federal Aviation Regulation Part 91.
Authority to Prohibit Operations: Except for emergency landings, the Airport Manager may prohibit aircraft
landings and takeoffs at any time and under any circumstances which he/she deems likely to endanger persons
or property.
4.07 Aircraft Movement
a) Takeoffs and Landings. Takeoffs and landings will be at the pilots discretion and in accordance with all
Federal Aviation Administration Regulations for operating aircraft at uncontrolled airports. Pilots
will also adhere to any established policies, procedures or special rules placed into effect by the
Airport Manager.
b) Taxiing. Taxiing will be at the pilots discretion and in accordance with all Federal Aviation
Administration Regulations for operating aircraft at uncontrolled airports. Pilots will also adhere to any
established policies, procedures or special rules placed into effect by the Airport Manager.
Page 6 of 33
c) Aircraft Lights. All aircraft which are being taxied, towed or otherwise moved at the airport shall have
running/navigation lights on during the hours of darkness and during periods of reduced visibility.
d) Paved Areas. All aircraft operations, including the towing and parking of aircraft, shall take place only
on paved areas of the airport designated for such purposes. Takeoffs, landings, taxiing, parking and
towing of aircraft is prohibited on unpaved areas of the airport, except for designated unpaved
runways or taxiways or with the permission of the Airport Manager.
4.08 Aircraft Noise and Engine Run -Ups
a) Noise Abatement. All persons operating an aircraft will at all times adhere to any and all Noise
Abatement Procedures in effect at the airport, except in the case of an emergency. The Airport
Manager is authorized to place into effect temporary or permanent Noise Abatement Procedures.
b) Engine Run -ups. The designated run up areas is the runway end turns a round. At no time shall any
person run up any aircraft engine in such a position that hangar, shops, other buildings, parked
vehicles or persons are in the path of propeller or jet blast. No aircraft engine may be run up
within 50 feet of any building on the airport.
4.09 Off Airport Access (Through the Fence)
It shall be unlawful for any person, aircraft or vehicle to enter upon the airport property for aeronautical
purposes, or in support of aeronautical purposes, from an off airport parcel of land, unless such access has
been approved by the Blair Airport Authority, and that such access is being conducted in compliance with
any regulations or policies established by the Blair Airport Authority and all associated fees have been
paid.
4.10 Miscellaneous Operational Regulations Radar
Surveillance radar equipment in aircraft shall not be operated with in one hundred (100) feet of any fuel
servicing or other operation in which flammable liquids or vapors may be present or created.
5.00 AIRCRAFT FUELING AND FIRE SAFETY
5.01 Fuel Servicing Operations; Location
All fuel servicing operations shall be performed outdoors at locations designated by the Airport Manager.
5.02 Aircraft Engines
The engine of an aircraft may not be operated while the aircraft is being fueled, except as authorized by the
airport operating manual or Airport Manager
5.03 Bonding and Grounding
During fuel servicing, all aircraft and fuel servicing vehicles, hydrants, pits, cabinets, pumps and nozzles shall
be electrically bonded to each other and grounded before fuel flow starts.
5.04 Fire Hazards
a) Open Flames. No open flames or lighted open flame devices shall be permitted within 100 feet of any
fuel servicing operation or fueling equipment.
b) Lightning Precautions. All fuel servicing operations shall be suspended when lightning discharges
occur within the twenty five (25) nautical miles of the airport.
c) Fuel Spills. Spills or leaks of fuel which flow over an area in excess of ten (10) feet in any dimension
shall be reported immediately to the Airport Manager, who shall notify all appropriate agencies.
Page 7 of 33
5.05 Same - Air Carriers
During fuel servicing operations of any air carrier or chartered air carrier aircraft, operating under FAR Part 121
or 135, a qualified flight attendant or crew member must be present in the cabin if passengers are present in
the cabin.
5.06 Smoking in Fuel Service Vehicles
Smoking within a fuel servicing vehicle is prohibited.
The cab of each fuel servicing vehicle shall be equipped with a sign bearing the words "No Smoking".
Owners of fuel servicing vehicles which contain smoking equipment, such as ash trays and lighters, shall have
such equipment removed or rendered inoperable.
5.07 Fire Extinguishers
Each fuel servicing vehicle shall have two Halon type or compatible 20 Ib. Fire extinguishers, mounted
one on each side of the vehicle.
Each fuel farm or tank on the airport shall have one Halon type or compatible 20 Ib. (minimum size) fire
extinguisher present on site at all times.
5.08 Fueling in Hangars; Buildings
No transfer of fuel onto or off of any aircraft shall take place inside any hangar, building, or other structure on
the airport. All fueling and/or de -fueling activities shall take place on fuel ramp.
6.00 REGULATION OF VEHICLES
6.01 Generally
All of the traffic laws of the State of Nebraska, Blair Airport Authority and Washington County, are hereby
declared to be in effect on the corresponding airport roadways, as defined, except insofar as these Chapters
prescribe different provisions.
6.02 Traffic Control Devices
All persons shall comply with all traffic control devices, signs, signals, markings or insignia erected, installed
or placed by authority of the Airport Manager, the City or the County. This shall apply, when applicable, to
both vehicular and pedestrian traffic. Insofar as possible, all such devices, signs, markings or insignia shall
conform to the manual and specifications adopted by the State of Nebraska, Blair Airport Authority, or
County of Washington, as appropriate.
Except for speed limit signs, all traffic control devices, signs, markings and insignia as presently located,
erected, or installed on the premises of the airport are hereby adopted, affirmed and ratified. Hereafter, the
Airport Manager and/or the City or County shall make changes deemed necessary in the interest of traffic
safety. Any changes shall be reviewed appropriately by the City or County prior to such changes being posted.
The speed limits upon airport roadways are set, affirmed and ratified at twenty five (25) miles per hour and such
lower speeds at certain locations as may be deemed necessary and/or posted.
Vehicular speeds on public aircraft aprons and other AOA or Movement areas are set, affirmed and ratified at
twenty five (25) miles per hour.
6.03 Parking
No person shall park a vehicle or to permit the same to remain standing within the boundaries of the airport
except at such places and for such periods of time, and upon payment of such parking fees and charges, as
may from time to time be prescribed by the Blair Airport Authority.
Page 8 of 33
An Airport. Official, at such times as are necessary for the safety or security of the airport, may require that the
owner or operator of a vehicle immediately move same to a location designated by the Airport Official. This
paragraph applies to vehicles properly parked on areas leased for the exclusive use of others and their guests
or customers.
Any vehicle which is disabled or which is parked in violation of this section or which represents an operational
hazard at the airport may be removed or towed and impounded, all at the operator's or owner's expense
and without liability for any damage to the vehicle which may ensue from such removal or towing. Such
expense shall be a lien against the vehicle and payment in full therefore shall be a pre -requisite to the
reclaiming of the vehicle by the operator or owner.
Inoperable, abandoned orjunked motor vehicles will not be permitted to be stored on the airport. Such
vehicles may be removed by the Airport Manager at the vehicle owner's expense.
Boats, trailers, motor homes, and other non -aviation related vehicles or equipment shall not be stored in
Airport owned and leased hangars or in open areas of the airport. Privately owned hangars on Airport
leased ground may store non -aviation related vehicles and equipment, providing the hangar houses an
aircraft that meets all other requirements of these Airport rules and regulations
Unless prior arrangements have been made with the Airport Manager, motor vehicles properly parked but
which remain at the airport in excess of thirty (30) days may be removed and disposed of by the Airport
Manager.
For motor vehicles rendered inoperable due to collision or other causes:
a) The owner or person in charge thereof shall have an opportunity to contact a wrecker or tow service
and have the vehicle removed from the airport.
b) If a motor vehicle rendered inoperable is not removed by the owner or person in charge within forty
eight (48) hours, it shall be impounded and disposed of at the direction of the Airport Manager.
c) Nothing in this section shall be construed to prevent the immediate removal' of a damaged or
inoperable motor vehicle from a traveled road, right of way or movement area in order to maintain
traffic flow, safety, and security of the airport.
For motor vehicles without an operator due to arrest or detention of the owner or person in charge thereof:
a) Where a motor vehicle is without an operator due to the arrest or detention of the owner or person
in charge thereof, the vehicle shall be taken to the City of Blair impoundment lot at the vehicle
owner's expense.
b) Nothing in this section shall authorize the release of a motor vehicle which itself is to be used as
evidence in a criminal proceeding or prosecution, which contains or contained any item of evidence to
be introduced in a criminal proceeding or prosecution, or which is subject to forfeiture by federal, state
or local law enforcement officials.
6.04 Loading Zones - Passengers
The Airport Manager may establish zones for the loading or unloading of passengers or customers from
vehicles at the airport. Such zones shall be designated with appropriate traffic control devices, signs, markings
or insignia, and no person shall park any vehicle in any such passenger loading zone except to load or unload
passengers, and then only for the established time limit posted in such zone.
6.05 Same - Materials
The Airport Manager may establish loading zones for the loading and unloading of material at the airport. Such
zones shall be designated with appropriate traffic control devices, signs, markings or insignia, and no person
shall stop, stand or park any vehicle in a loading zone other than for the expeditious unloading and delivery,
pickup and loading of material. In no case shall the stop for loading and unloading of materials exceed the
established time limit posted in such loading zone.
Page 9 of 33
6.06 Impeding Flow of Traffic
No person shall park, stop or stand a vehicle in any airport roadway, driveway, apron, runway, taxiway, parking
area, passenger or material loading zone, or in front or near any entrance or exit to any building at the airport so
as to block, obstruct or impede the free passage of any vehicles, pedestrians or aircraft, unless such parking,
stopping or standing has been approved and coordinated in advance with the Airport Manager, and is being
done so due to operational requirements.
6.07 Right of Way for Aircraft
Aircraft taxiing, taking off, landing, re -positioning, or otherwise moving shall have the right of way in preference
over vehicles or pedestrians. No vehicle may drive on or across any portion of a runway or taxiway without first
having received permission of the Airport Manager.
6.08 Condition of Vehicles
No person shall operate a vehicle on the airport unless such vehicle is in compliance with all licensing and
registration requirements of state and federal law applicable to the type of vehicle.
No person shall operate on the airport any vehicle in which any of the following are not operable:
a) Headlights
b) Taillights
c) Tires
d) Mirrors
e) Horn
f) Any other device which bears on safe operation of the vehicle.
Tugs or other motor vehicles used exclusively for towing aircraft are exempt from the requirements of this
section, except that such tugs or motor vehicles must have the customary safety equipment operational at all
times for such exclusively used vehicles.
No vehicle maintenance shall be performed in any public area, either aeronautical or non -aeronautical, without
prior consent from the Airport Manager.
6.09 Vehicle Access to Restricted Areas
No person shall operate a vehicle on the Restricted Areas of the airport unless that person has obtained
prior permission from the Airport Manager. Movement Areas are specifically designated as Restricted
Areas. Additionally, the Airport Manager may designate other Restricted Areas as deemed necessary for
the safety and security of the airport.
6.10 Access to Airport Property
Notwithstanding anything in this Chapter, the Airport Manager or his/her designee may restrict the access of
any vehicle or person to any part of the airport, both public and leased, to ensure the safety or security of
the airport or an aircraft accident/incident scene.
6.11 Accidents; Damage to Airport Property
Any damage to airport installations, equipment or property as a direct or indirect consequence of vehicle
operations shall be, prima facie, the responsibility of the owner of the vehicle causually related to such
damage. Repair of such damage shall be ordered and accomplished by the Airport Manager by sending
an invoice covering the cost thereof, payable upon receipt, to the responsible owner.
7.00 PERSONAL CONDUCT
7.01 Generally
The provisions of this chapter shall not be construed as limitations upon the civil or criminal laws of this state
which are in full force and effect within the airport.
Page 10 of 33
7.02 Restricted Areas
The Airport Manager shall have the authority to designate restricted areas at the airport.
No person, without specific authorization from the Airport Manager, shall enter or travel, in a vehicle or on foot,
upon any area designated as a restricted area.
No person who is upon any restricted area of the airport shall fail or refuse proper identification (driver's license,
social security card or some similar authoritative indicia of identity) upon the request of an airport official or
employee or of a peace officer of the city or the county or other state or federal law enforcement officer.
7.03 Animals
No person shall bring any animal on the airport or to permit or cause the same to be brought thereon without a
specific permit, license or lease therefore from the airport, provided, however, that this section shall not apply
to a guide dog accompanying a blind person, to a hearing ear dog accompanying a deaf person, to
animals properly confined or restrained for shipment, or to animals confined in private motor vehicles. This
section shall also not apply to animals otherwise being transported by aircraft when such animal is being loaded
or unloaded, provided proper restraints or leashes are used during the period of time the animal is on the
airport.
7.04 Soliciting and Conduct of Commercial Activities
No person shall solicit funds or anything of value for any purpose at the airport without specific written authority
from the Blair Airport Authority. This paragraph does not apply to base tenants of the airport when posting
advertisements for their businesses on the public bulletin board when the established policies and rules of the
Blair Airport Authority are being followed in conjunction with such posting.
No person shall sell or offer for sale any article or merchandise on the airport without a Business Franchise,
permit, or other written form of authorization from the Blair Airport Authority. This is not intended to prohibit
business enterprises leasing premises on the airport from inviting salesman and similar activities to their leased
premises for the convenience of customers and employees of such business enterprises only. The business
enterprise leasing premises on the airport in such cases are responsible for advising the invitee of the
entire pertinent airport Rules and Regulations, and his/her responsibility for compliance with same.
No person shall solicit any business or trade, including transportation or persons or baggage for hire, on the
airport without a Business Franchise, permit, or other form of written authorization issued by the Blair
Airport Authority.
No person or business enterprise shall conduct any form of commercial business activities on the airport, or
solicit same, without first having paid the established Business Franchise fee, and having received a Business
Franchise, permit, or other form of written authorization from the Blair Airport Authority. The issuance or
approval of a lease for premises on the airport shall not be deemed as such authorization to conduct such
commercial business activities.
7.05 Advertisements
No person shall post, distribute or display signs, advertisements, handbills, circulars or printed or written matter
of a commercial nature at the airports without specific authorization from the Airport Manager, or within the
guidelines and policies established by the Blair Airport Authority for same.
7.06 Throwing Objects
Without having first obtained authorization from the Airport Manager, no person shall throw any object
from:
a) Any terminal building, hangar, or from any other building or structure on the airport; or
b) From any vehicle on the airport; or
c) From any aircraft parked, taxiing, or in flight.
Page 11 of 33
7,07 Litter
No person shall place, discharge or deposit in any manner any liter, garbage, trash, debris, junk or any refuse
on the airport, except at such places and under such conditions as the Airport Manager from time to time
prescribes. Under no circumstances shall any person dispose of furniture, appliances, or other similar items in
any location on the airport including trash containers.
7.08 Noxious or Corrosive Substances
No person shall bring or store any noxious or corrosive substance upon any area of the airport without the prior
approval of the Airport Manager.
7.09 Kites, Model Aircraft, etc.
No person shall operate or release any kite, balloon, model aircraft, model rocket or parachute upon or above
the airport without permission of the Airport Manager. No person shall launch any projectile from the ground on
the airport without the permission of the Airport Manager.
7.10 Demonstrations
No organizations, groups of individuals or individuals shall conduct or participate in parades, marches, patrols
or demonstrations on the airport unless written permission has been granted by the Blair Airport Authority in
response to a written request to engage in such activity.
No person, while engaging in any such activity otherwise permitted as described above, shall prevent or
interfere with access to or egress from any airport facility or premises or to hamper or curtail the conduct of
business at the airport and no person while so engaged shall in any manner, by words or physical force, assail,
coerce, threaten or intimidate any member of the public.
7.11 Individual Behavior
No person shall engage in any profanity, abusive, belligerent or intimidating behavioral action, including
assailing, shouting, blocking passage or movement, or otherwise creating a public disturbance or nuisance
towards any other person or group of persons upon the airport.
7.12 Camping, Games, Hunting, Picnicking
No person shall use airport premises for the purpose of camping, athletic games or contests, hunting or
picnicking unless authorization is first received from the Airport Manager.
7.13 Firearms
No person shall discharge a firearm on the airport in violation of State and local laws. This paragraph shall not
apply to airport officials when such firearms are being used for the purpose of disbursing wildlife when their
presence creates an operational/safety hazard to persons, property, or the safe operation of aircraft. All
firearms being transported on the airport whether by aircraft or by vehicle, shall be properly stored or
transported in a manner consistent with safe firearm practices, and as provided for by State and local laws. This
paragraph shall not apply to law enforcement officers required to carry firearms on or off duty, or private
security officers when carrying out their official duties.
7.14 Photography; Movie Productions; Polls
No person shall utilize photographic or moving picture equipment for the purpose of picture taking or moving
picture photography in or near any area designated as a restricted area within the airport unless such person
has obtained authorization from the Airport Manager.
No person shall use the airport premises for the purpose of any commercial photographic, theatrical or moving
picture production without authorization from the Airport Manager.
No person shall conduct polls, opinion surveys, name listings, or solicit any other commercial data or
information on airport premises without authorization from the Airport Manager.
Page 12 of 33
7.15 Tampering with Private or Public Property
No person shall tamper with or obstruct the operation of private or public property at the airport in any manner
which may result in damage to persons to property.
7.16 Smoking Prohibited
No person shall possess a burning tobacco product within 100 feet of any aircraft, fueling facility, or fueling
vehicle, except at designated areas.
7.17 Lost Articles
Any person finding lost articles shall deliver them to the office of the Airport Manager. Articles unclaimed after
60 days may be turned over to the finder or disposed of.
7.18 Right of Entry
The Airport Manager or his/her designee shall have the right of entry onto any area of the airport, including
leased premises and privately owned structures on leased premises, upon reasonable notification to the tenant,
to make inspections, repairs, maintenance or modifications as may be required, except in the event of an
emergency, in which case immediate entry without prior notification shall be exercised.
7.19 Gambling
Gambling in any form is not permitted on the airport.
8.00 LEASE PROCESS FOR DEVELOPMENT
Any Airport Tenant, Airport Tenant Sub lessee, Commercial Tenant, Commercial Tenant Sub lessee, FBO, or
any other person or entity desiring to develop land or otherwise construct improvements on airport parcels or
off airport parcels (for through the fence operations), or to improve existing buildings on either, shall follow
the general outline of procedures provided for in this Chapter. The Blair Airport Authority may permit these
procedures to take place in an order other than that listed below.
a) Lessee submits written request for lease or access permit to the Airport Manager and
makes application for a Business Franchise (if applicable).
b) Site selection in accordance with Airport Layout Plan and Comprehensive Development Plan.
c) Preparation of lease by airport legal counsel.
d) Preparation of plans and specifications by lessee. All improvements off Airport
property must conform to Washington County zoning regulations.
e) Submittal of FAA Form 7460-1 "Notice of Proposed Construction or Alteration" to Federal Aviation
Administration by lessee, copy to Airport Manager.
f) Submittal of plans and specifications to:
i. Washington County Planning Department.
ii. Blair Airport Authority (7 sets).
g) Comments from Washington County Planning Departments submitted to the Blair Airport Authority.
h) Review/negotiation of lease or through the fence access with lessee.
i) Receipt of FAA comments on submittal of FAA Form 7460-1 (required).
j) Blair Airport Authority meets and approves or disapproves plans and specifications. Washington
County comments considered. If disapproved, returned to lessee for revisions and re -submittal to
Blair Airport Authority. Requirement to re -submit to Washington County planning departments
determined by Airport Manager.
k) Airport Manager submits letter of approval of plans and specifications to lessee.
1) Final lease and Business Franchise (if applicable) or through the fence access approved
or disapproved by Blair Airport Authority.
m) Lessee makes application for Building Permits with appropriate agency.
n) Building Permit(s) issued.
o) Construction Phase.
p) Issuance of Business Franchise.
Page 13 of 33
9,00 AIRPORT TENANT
A person having the use designation of Airport Tenant shall be limited to the following and only the following
uses:
1. Storage of wholly owned or leased aircraft and service and maintenance on wholly owned or leased
aircraft.
a) Due to the vast variety of single and multi -occupancy hangars, a single minimum standard for building
and acreage is not established. Therefore, each application under this standard will be considered on
its own merits.
b) The definition of Airport Tenant includes individual aircraft and hangar owners and lessees, leasing
land and/or hangars from the Blair Airport Authority or others.
c) Tenants of T -Hangars owned by the Blair Airport Authority shall not hangar aircraft owned by others
whether for free or for compensation, nor offer, nor provide, for financial gain, any services
whatsoever to others for compensation.
d) Insurance Coverage as specified in Chapter 12.00 contained in this document.
10.00 BUSINESS FRANCHISE
10.01 GENERAL
Any person, Airport Tenant, Airport Tenant Sub lessee or FBO desiring to engage in any commercial activity
as described in these Minimum Standards, shall make application for and obtain prior to commencing
such commercial activities, a Business Franchise. The application shall be completed in full and
considered incomplete if any information is not provided including the required attachments. All Business
Franchise fees must be paid prior to the issuance of such Business Franchise.
Business Franchise Fees for FBO's as defined in these Chapters will be set according to the number and
type of business activities pursued. All fees for Business Franchises are as established in the published
schedule of airport Rates and Charges as adopted by the Blair Airport Authority, and from time to time
revised.
All commercial businesses on the airport, or that have off airport access to the airport from an off -airport parcel,
must be licensed or officially certified as is necessary, by the appropriate federal, state or local government
agency having jurisdiction, as a condition of receiving a Business Franchise (i.e., food sales hold Health Dept.
certificates; flight schools/flight instruction hold FAA certification; etc.).
Persons engaging in commercial business activities on the airport or on an off -airport parcel must maintain an
identifiable place of business. This shall include a telephone and a physical office or place of business
appropriate for the type of activities conducted. This paragraph does not apply to independent operators as
described elsewhere in these Chapters.
All persons or businesses that make application for a Business Franchise shall provide public liability
insurance in amounts as specified in these Chapters. Insurance shall be maintained with an insurance
company authorized to conduct business in the State of Nebraska that is satisfactory to the Blair Airport
Authority. The Blair Airport Authority shall be provided with a certificate from the insurance carrier showing
such insurance to be in full force and effect. Said policies and certificates shall contain a provision that
written notice of cancellation, or of any material change in said policy by the insurer shall be delivered to the
Blair Airport Authority at least thirty (30) days in advance of the effective date thereto. Additionally, the Blair
Airport Authority, including its officers, agents, and representatives shall be listed and designated as an
additional insured on said policies and certificates.
10.02 BUSINESS ACTIVITIES - DEFINITIONS
FBO / PUBLIC AIRCRAFT FUELS DISPENSING — A business engaged in providing basic ground support
services including aircraft towing, storage and supplies. A FBO may dispense the retail sale of aviation fuels
to the public, upon approval of Blair Airport Authority. A FBO may also provide other aeronautical services.
Page 14 of 33
AIRCRAFT RENTAL — A business engaged in the rental of aircraft to the general public for either pleasure or
flight instruction. A Business Franchise for Aircraft Rental does not include a Franchise for flight instruction.
AIRCRAFT SALES — A business engaged in the sale of new or used aircraft, does not include aircraft being
sold by the individual owner when not being done as a commercial business activity.
AIRCRAFT PAINT SERVICES — A business engaged in the inspection and painting or re -painting of
aircraft.
AIRFRAME AND/OR POWERPLANT REPAIR — A business providing minor and/or major overhaul and
repairs to aircraft engines and/or airframes. Retail sales are limited to new or replacement parts and shop
supplies.
AIR TAXI SERVICE — Sales of aircraft travel or transportation for hire. A business providing aircraft charter or
for hire services pursuant to FAR Part 121 or 135.
AERIAL APPLICATORS — Application of agricultural chemicals to crops.
FLIGHT TRAINING — A business engaged in providing flight instruction for the operation of aircraft. Rental of
aircraft may also be provided. Retail sales are limited to textbooks and other basic pilot supplies specific to the
type of instruction offered.
FLYING CLUBS — A not for profit or non-profit corporation, association or partnership organized for the
express purpose of providing its members with aircraft for their personal use and enjoyment only. Retail
sales are permitted to club members only and all profits from such sales must be used entirely to support club
operations. No retail sales to the general public are permitted except for fund raising events as provided for
in Chapter 10.14.
MULTIPLE SERVICES — A business engaged in two or more commercial aviation activities as described
herein that is not a Fixed Base Operator.
RADIO, INSTRUMENT OR PROPELLER REPAIR — A business engaged in the retail sales, servicing and/or
repair of aircraft avionics, navigation equipment, other instruments or propellers.
RESTAURANT SERVICES — Any sales of food items to employees, students or the general public, whether
through vending machines or by on-site preparation.
SPECIALIZED COMMERCIAL FLIGHT SERVICES — Commercial activities including but not limited to; banner
towing and aerial advertising; aerial photography or survey; fire fighting or fire patrol; power line or pipe line
patrol; any other operation excluded from FAR Part 135.
NON-PUBLIC AIRCRAFT FUELS DISPENSING — Persons or businesses that purchase, store and transfer
aircraft fuel for use in their privately or company owned aircraft. Sale of fuel to any other entity is strictly
prohibited.
INDEPENDENT COMMERCIAL OPERATOR — Includes any person, firm or entity that performs services on
the airport for hire/profit but is not a tenant based at the airport or on an off -airport parcel, and does not have a
lease or access agreement.
SPONSOR/AIRPORT OWNER SERVICES — The airport sponsor also has the option of providing some or
all aeronautical services, such as providing fuel, oil, aircraft parking and storage. This type of arrangement
is referred to as a Proprietary Exclusive and is not considered a violation of the exclusive rights and
requirement. The sponsor must engage in these activities using its own resources, including employees
and equipment.
Page 15 of 33
10.03 LICENSE APPROVAL/REVISIONS
Initial issuance of a Business Franchise will be approved by action of the Blair Airport Authority. Any new
activity to be conducted after Blair Airport Authority approval must be approved by the Blair Airport Authority,
and only after paying any additional Business Franchise Fees that may be required in conjunction with the
proposed activity.
10.04 NON-COMPLIANCE/REVOCATION OF BUSINESS FRANCHISE
Persons or tenants conducting commercial activities in a manner which do not comply with these the Airport
Rules and Regulations and Minimum Standards, Storm Water Management Plan, or any other policy of the
Airport Authority, are subject to cancellation or revocation of their Business Franchise. Additionally, tenants
whose accounts are in arrears for payment of rent or other services are also subject to having their
Business Franchise canceled or revoked. Persons, tenants or businesses conducting commercial activities on
the airport without a Business Franchise may be enjoined by a Court of proper jurisdiction and/or removed
from airport property.
10.05 CURRENT BUSINESS ACTIVITIES PRIOR TO MINIMUM STANDARDS
No business activities, other than the activities set forth in Chapter 10.00, shall be allowed. Current airport
tenant, or other person or entity conducting business on Blair Municipal Airport, shall be required to enter into a
business franchise agreement.
10.06 AERIAL APPLICATORS
Any person, Airport Tenant, Airport Tenant Sub lessee or FBO desiring to engage in aerial application
(crop dusting) operations must have an Agricultural Aircraft Operator Certificate issued by the FAA; comply
with the requirements of all Federal, State and local laws and/or regulations applicable to aerial application
operations. Those engaged in the above activities shall provide as a minimum the following:
a) Land: Sufficient paved or prepared aircraft parking apron and space for the loading and unloading of
vehicles and equipment, if chemicals are to be handled on the airport premises. If chemicals are to be
handled on the airport premises, an area must be set aside specifically for the cleaning and servicing
of aircraft. Portable containment devices approved by the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)
may be substituted for this requirement.
b) Facilities: If chemicals are to be stored or handled on the airport premises, a segregated chemical
storage area protected from public access must be provided. Wash down of agricultural spraying
aircraft and flushing of agricultural aircraft spray tanks will be accomplished only in areas so designated
and in accordance with all applicable Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) requirements, and other
Federal, State and local laws now hereafter in effect, including the airports approved Storm Water
Management Plan.
Empty chemical containers will be disposed of off of the airport property in accordance with applicable
laws. A centrally drained, paved area for aircraft loading/unloading, servicing and dumping, tank truck
handling, and for the mixing of compounds, shall contain an adequate area and meet all government
requirements.
Adequate ground support equipment for the handling and loading/unloading of dusting materials shall
be provided.
c) Personnel: A minimum of one (1) properly certificated Commercial Pilot, properly rated for the aircraft
to be used and meeting the requirements of all appropriate FAA regulations and applicable State and
local regulations.
d) Aircraft: A minimum of one (1) properly certificated aircraft meeting all of the appropriate FAA
regulations and applicable State and local regulations. Leased aircraft shall be by written agreement.
e) Insurance Coverage: As specified in Chapter 12.00 contained in this document.
Page 16 of 33
10.07 AIR TAXI SERVICE (FAR Part 121 & 135 Operators)
Any person, Airport Tenant, Airport Tenant Sub lessee or FBO desiring to engage in air taxi activities must
hold an FAA Air Taxi -Commercial Operator Certificate with ratings appropriate to the functions to be
accomplished, and shall provide as a minimum the following:
a) Land: Sufficient land area for the proposed operations including automobile parking, aircraft tie -down
and or hangar space to accommodate leased or owned aircraft.
b) Buildings: Lease or construct within 12 months, adequate space for office, public lounge, rest rooms
and public use telephone. The Building should also accommodate satisfactory arrangements for the
checking in of passengers, handling of luggage, ticketing, ground transportation, and other related
activities.
The Air Taxi Operator, with prior written consent, may be granted permission to utilize the public airport
terminal building, if available, for these purposes, in lieu of leasing or constructing other facilities
that meet the requirements of Paragraph 1 or 2. In such cases, use of the public airport terminal
building for these purposes will be subject to any special rates and charges that may now or
hereafter be established for such usage. In such cases, the operator is required to maintain an
adequate office and working telephone for the operation of its business.
c) Personnel: Properly certificated pilot(s) holding the FAA ratings to conduct the air taxi services offered,
including type certifications for the type of aircraft being used, if necessary.
d) Aircraft: A minimum of one (1) two place aircraft meeting all of the requirements of the Air
Taxi/Commercial Operator Certificate held. Aircraft shall be owned or leased by agreement in writing
and meet all the relevant requirements of Part 135 of the FAA regulations.
e) Insurance Coverage: As specified in Chapter 12.00 contained in this document.
10.08 AIRCRAFT PAINT SERVICES
Any person, Airport Tenant, Airport Tenant Sub lessee or FBO desiring to engage in aircraft paint services
shall provide as a minimum the following:
a) Land. Sufficient land for the parking and storage of the type aircraft awaiting repair or pickup.
b) Buildings. Lease or construct, within 12 months, a building sufficient to provide adequate shop and
storage space meeting local and State code requirements, plus any other requirements for the
necessary operations.
c) Personnel. Personnel properly qualified and/or rated to perform the required functions.
d) Environmental Considerations. All space being used for chemical application, stripping, spraying, or
other type of activities that generate fumes, dust, or other noxious odors or hazards, must properly
filtered and ventilated, in accordance with all applicable environmental regulations of Federal, State
or local laws.
e) Insurance Coverage. As specified in Chapter 12.00 contained in this document.
10.09 AIRCRAFT RENTAL
Any person, Airport Tenant, Airport Tenant Sub lessee or FBO desiring to engage in aircraft rental activities
shall provide as a minimum the following:
a) Land. Sufficient land for the parking and storage of as many aircraft as are available for rent.
b) Buildings. Lease or construct, within 12 months, a building which will provide adequate space, rest
rooms and public telephones. If aircraft maintenance is to be performed on site, additional adequate
area will be required for shop and storage space.
Page 17 of 33
c) Personnel. If check rides will be required, one person having a current pilot certificate with the
appropriate ratings for the type of aircraft and training to be offered. The pilot performing the check
ride does not have to be an employee of the business. If aircraft maintenance is to be performed on
site, proper certification is required for shops and personnel if applicable.
d) Aircraft. At least one airworthy aircraft owned or leased in writing to the lessee, and certificated for the
type of flight intended. This paragraph shall not serve to preclude a verbal agreement for the use of an
aircraft for rental provided the permission has been granted by the aircraft owner.
e) Insurance Coverage. As specified in Chapter 12.00 contained in this document.
10.10 AIRCRAFT SALES & LEASING
Any person, Airport Tenant, Airport Tenant Sub lessee or FBO desiring to engage in business of the sale of new
or used aircraft must provide as a minimum the following:
a) Land. Sufficient land area to adequately store, display and service aircraft.
b) Buildings. Lease or construct within 12 months, an adequate amount of space, including public
restroo ms, lounge and public use telephones.
c) Personnel. A minimum of one (1) properly certificated Commercial Pilot with ratings for the appropriate
types of aircraft to be demonstrated and to conduct the operations contemplated.
d) Dealerships. New aircraft dealers shall hold an authorized factory or sub -dealership. All aircraft
dealers shall hold a dealership license or permit, if required by State or local regulations.
e) Used Aircraft. A Lessee engaged in the sale of used aircraft must conform to the provisions of FAR
Part 47, Subpart C, and must possess a valid Dealers Aircraft Registration Certificate, FAA Form
8050.
f) Aircraft. A dealer of new aircraft shall have available or on call one (1) current model demonstrator.
This paragraph shall not serve to preclude an aircraft dealer from selling aircraft unseen or as a broker
when demonstrator models are not available or required.
g) Services. Provide for adequate parts and servicing of aircraft and accessories during warranty periods
for new aircraft.
h) Insurance Coverage. As specified in Chapter 12.00 contained in this document. Coverage shall
include aircraft held for sale and demonstration by the Lessee but owned by others.
i) Sales Tax License. Lessees shall hold and conspicuously display a current sales tax license issued by
the State of Nebraska, and the Blair Airport Authority (if applicable).
10.11 AIRFRAME AND/OR POWERPLANT REPAIR
Any person, Airport Tenant, Airport Tenant Sub lessee or FBO desiring to engage in airframe and/or power
plant repair activities shall provide as a minimum the following:
a) Land. Sufficient land for the parking and storage of the type aircraft awaiting repair or pickup.
b) Buildings. Lease or construct, within 12 months, a building sufficient to provide adequate shop and
storage space meeting local and State code requirements, plus adequate office space, public rest
rooms, waiting areas and telephones, if necessary, and any other requirements to meet FAA
compliance requirements.
c) Services. Provide for major and/or minor airframe and power plant repair. FAA Repair Shop
certification is necessary where required by the FAA.
d) Personnel. A minimum of one (1) properly FAA certificated Airframe and Power plant mechanic
possessing the appropriate rating for the work to be performed.
Page 18 of 33
e) Ei uipment. Sufficient equipment, tools, supplies and inventory of parts to perform maintenance in
accordance with the manufacturer's recommendations or equivalent, and in accordance with all
applicable FAA regulations.
f) Insurance Coverage. As specified in Chapter 12.00 contained in this document.
10.12 FBO Qualifications FBO shall demonstrate and provide proof, that the premises from which it
intends to operate on the airport and the personnel employed by it comply with the following minimum
requirements:
a) Adequate land for the conduct of activities contemplated;
b) General aviation service facilities (hangar and offices) containing a minimum amount of square feet in
which to adequately provide the services contemplated. If no facilities exist, FBO must agree to
construct suitable buildings within 12 months to fulfill the requirements defined herein;
c) A staffed facility;
d) A waiting room or lobby for customers and flight planning facilities for crews of itinerant aircraft;
e) Sanitary rest room facilities; that are ADA compliant.
f) Public telephones; that are ADA compliant.
g) Parking sufficient to accommodate employees and customers;
h) Personnel on duty a minimum of 40 (forty) hours a week during normal working hours and additional
employees available on call during non -business hours. Personnel shall be neatly uniformed. May be
closed for holidays or with prior notice to the Airport Manager.
i) Availability of fuel for the public, and properly trained personnel and equipment adequate to perform
fueling services as further outlined in this section (if franchised for handling fuel)
j) Provide the following additional services:
1) Client/passenger services to include flight planning and weather briefing.
2) Appropriate grades of aircraft lubricants.
3) Aircraft tie -down for itinerant aircraft.
4) Equipment necessary to tow, tug or otherwise move aircraft up to 12,500 lbs. in weight.
5) GPU starting services.
k) Arrange for the following services as needed:
1) Auto rental.
2) Air Taxi.
3) Aircraft catering.
4) Aircraft rental.
5) Aircraft maintenance available to the general public.
6) Oxygen.
Certification Prior to commencement of public fuels dispensing activities if franchised to do so, said FBO
shall submit to the Blair Airport Authority, a properly executed Statement of Compliance with the minimum
requirements set forth in Chapter 10.01 of this document and with the applicable requirements of other
Chapters that may apply to the services contemplated. The Blair Airport Authority shall have the right at any
reasonable time to inspect the premises to assure compliance.
Authorized Activities FBO shall have the right to engage in other aeronautical activities as set forth in this
document, by complying with the minimum standards of the activities desired to be performed.
FBO shall provide written notification to the Blair Airport Authority of its intent to engage in those activities
described in this document, and shall provide a Statement of Compliance.
If the FBO wishes to engage in any activity not set forth in this document, it shall provide the Blair Airport
Authority with written notification of said intent and shall comply with specific minimum standards as
determined by the Blair Airport Authority.
Page 19 of 33
Permission to engage in the activities described herein shall not be granted until compliance with this Chapter,
and all Federal, State and local laws, including Certificates of Occupancy, Building Permits, Codes, etc. have
been met for all associated facilities (i.e. hangars, offices, etc.). In the event that said facilities fall below, or no
longer meet these compliance standards, the Blair Airport Authority has the right to suspend or revoke,
temporarily or permanently, the right to engage in the FBO activities described herein.
Fuel Dispensing
a) Fuel. Prior to the presentation of a request for a Business Franchise, the prospective FBO shall furnish
a letter of product commitment from an oil vendor acceptable to the Blair Airport Authority. The FBO
shall provide at least two grades of aircraft fuel, including 1001-1- and JET A. Said fuel shall be that of a
nationally recognized vendor acceptable to the Blair Airport Authority. Fuel prices shall be posted in
public view.
b) Fueling Facilities
1) If FBO is franchised to handle fuel sales they shall utilize Blair Airport Authority fuel
storage and dispensing pumps and meter. As franchisee, the FBO will be required to
maintain all fuel facilities so that they fully comply with requirements set out by the
Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), the FAA, and all State of Nebraska
Environmental regulations.
2) The FBO shall store, handle and dispose of any hazardous waste or contaminated fuel in
accordance with Federal, State and local's laws, regulations and ordinances now or
hereafter enacted. FBO shall bear all costs for cleanup of hazardous waste. All hazardous
waste, including contaminated fuels, shall be disposed of off the airport property. The FBO
shall make available at the request of the Blair Airport Authority or his designated
representative, copies of all manifested waste and certification of approved sites.
3) The FBO shall provide monthly reports to the Blair Airport Authority documenting fuel transfers
into the tank farm, and shall supply copies of bills of lading, delivery tickets, invoices, or
other documentation verifying actual quantities transferred into the tank farm.
4) FBO must annually submit certification to the Airport Authority Board verifying that all
facilities are in compliance with all Federal, State, and local regulations.
Insurance and Indemnification
a) Fire Insurance. During the full term of the Business Franchise and lease, the FBO shall, at its sole cost
and expense, cause all improvements constructed or installed on FBO's leased premises to be kept
insured to the full insurable value thereof against the perils of fire, extended coverage, vandalism,
explosion and like perils. Said insurance shall be procured from a company authorized to do business
in the State of Nebraska, and FBO shall provide the Blair Airport Authority with evidence satisfactory to
the Blair Airport Authority that such coverage has been procured and is being maintained.
The proceeds of any such insurance, paid on account of any of the perils aforesaid, shall be used to
defray the cost of repairing, restoring, or reconstructing said improvements, as necessary; provided,
however, that if the permit is canceled, such proceeds shall be used to restore the leased premises to
its original condition, including the removal of all buildings, structures and debris.
Property insurance policies required by this paragraph shall contain waiver of subrogation
endorsements and shall provision that the Blair Airport Authority shall be notified by the insurance
company of any renewals, changes or cancellations of such insurance coverage by at least thirty (30)
days written notice to the Blair Airport Authority, and shall name the Blair Airport Authority as an
additional insured.
Page 20 of 33
b) Indemnification. The Blair Airport Authority shall stand indemnified by FBO as herein provided. FBO is
and shall be deemed to be an independent contractor and operator responsible to all parties for its
respective acts or omissions, and the Blair Airport Authority shall in no way be responsible therefore.
FBO covenants and agrees to indemnify, hold harmless and defend Blair Airport Authority, its officers,
agents, servants and employees from and against any and all claims for damages or injury to persons
or property arising out of or incident to the leasing of or the use and occupancy of the premises by
FBO, its employees, patrons, contractors of subcontractors, and FBO does hereby assume all liability
and responsibility for injuries, claims or suits for damages to persons or property of whatsoever kind or
character whether real or asserted, occurring during the term of the Business Franchise or lease in
connection with the use or occupancy of the premises by FBO, its employees, patrons, contractors or
subcontractors. FBO shall pay promptly when due all bills or charges for construction or maintenance
as well as any other amounts due for material or services furnished in connection therewith, and FBO
shall indemnify the Blair Airport Authority against any and all mechanics liens imposed upon the
premises demised hereunder arising as a result of FBO's conduct or inactivity.
FBO shall promptly, after the execution of its lease, and prior to receiving a Business Franchise from
the Blair Airport Authority, provide public liability insurance for personal injuries, including death,
growing out of any one accident or other cause in a minimum sum of One Million and No/100 dollars
($1,000,000.00) per occurrence, Two Hundred Thousand and No/100 dollars ($200,000.00) per
person. Shall provide property damage liability insurance in a minimum sum of One Million and
No/100 dollars ($1,000,000.00) for property damage growing out of any one accident or other
cause; shall provide products and completed operations liability insurance in a minimum sum of One
Million and No/100 dollars ($1,000,000.00), and shall provide hangar keeper's liability insurance
in a minimum amount of One Hundred Thousand and No/100 dollars ($100,000.00).
FBO shall maintain said insurance with insurance underwriters authorized to do business in the
State of Nebraska satisfactory to the Blair Airport Authority. FBO shall furnish the Blair Airport
Authority with a certificate from the insurance carrier showing such insurance to be in full force and
effect during the entire term of the Business Franchise and lease. Said certificates shall contain a
provision that written notice of cancellation of any material change in said policy to the insurer shall
be delivered to the Blair Airport Authority thirty (30) days in advance of the effective date thereof,
and said policy shall name the Blair Airport Authority as an additional insured.
Fees (if applicable)
a) Registration. The FBO shall be responsible for registering all fuel tanks with the appropriate Federal,
State and local agencies, and any other agency now or hereafter requiring so, and be solely
responsible for payment of all registration fees and other associated costs.
b) Fuel Flowage Fee. For the privilege of securing the right to dispense aircraft fuels, FBO shall pay to
the Blair Airport Authority a fuel flowage fee at the rate established by the Blair Airport Authority.
Such fuel flowage fee rate may be adjusted by the Blair Airport Authority at any time during the term
of the Business Franchise or lease, but in no case shall the rate be greater than that paid by any
other FBO on the Airport, excluding FBO services provided directly by the Blair Airport Authority.
c) Parking Fees. Any and all aircraft parking fees as established by the Blair Airport Authority and
collected by the FBO for parking on the public use transient apron or on any other property of the
Blair Airport Authority, not leased out on an exclusive basis, shall be paid to the Blair Airport Authority
subject to the terms of any agreements for the collection of those fees.
d) Time of Payment. Fuel flowage fees and the payments on aircraft parking fees shall be due on the
tenth (10) day of the month succeeding that in which the aircraft fuels were supplied to the FBO and/or
parking fees collected, and shall be delinquent if unpaid before the tenth (10) day of each month.
Records of FBO FBO shall keep true and accurate records and books which shall show all fuel deliveries
made to FBO at said airport and all parking fees collected. FBO's fuel supplier shall furnish monthly delivery
reports to the Blair Airport Authority upon request.
Page 21 of 33
With the payment of fuel flowage fees and aircraft parking fees, FBO shall submit to the Blair Airport Authority
detailed statements of such fuel deliveries, fuel sales, and aircraft parking fees collected for the preceding
calendar month. These statements shall be in a form and show such reasonable detail and breakdown as may
be required by the Blair Airport Authority.
Audit Within thirty (30) days after the end of each of the Blair Airport Authority's fiscal years, FBO shall submit
to the Blair Airport Authority a detailed statement of total gallons of fuel delivered into the tank farm and total
parking fees collected. Such statement shall be prepared by an independent Certified Public Accountant
and any adjustment due on payments made during the previous year shall be accomplished at that time.
In addition, the Blair Airport Authority shall have the right at any time during the term of its agreement with the
FBO to authorize an audit of FBO's records pertaining to its FBO operation on the airport. Such audits shall be
undertaken by an independent Certified Public Accountant, satisfactory to the Blair Airport Authority. The cost
of such audit shall be borne by the Blair Airport Authority.
Cancellation
a) Cancellation by FBO. FBO Business Franchises and leases shall be subject to cancellation or
revocation after the happening of one or more of the following events:
1) The permanent abandonment of the airport.
2) The lawful assumption by the United States Government, or any authorized agency thereof, of
the operation, control or use of the airport, or any substantial part or parts thereof, in such a
manner as substantially to restrict the FBO for a period of at least ninety (90) days from
operating thereon.
3) Issuance by any court of competent jurisdiction of any injunction in any way preventing or
restraining the use of the airport, and the remaining in force of such injunction 'for period of at
least ninety (90) days.
4) The default by the Blair Airport Authority in the performance of any covenants or
agreement required to be performed by the Blair Airport Authority and the failure of the Blair
Airport Authority to take reasonable action to remedy such default for a period of ninety (90)
days after receipt from FBO of written notice to remedy the same.
FBO may exercise such right of termination by written notice to the Blair Airport Authority at any time after the
elapse of the applicable periods of time and the Business Franchise and lease shall terminate as of that date,
or other date established by the FBO.
Upon cancellation, FBO must submit an independent, certified engineering report indicating all facilities are in
compliance with all Federal, State, and local regulations, including those pertaining to the fueling facilities.
b) Cancellation by Blair Airport Authority. Business Franchise and leases shall be subject to
cancellation by the Blair Airport Authority in the event of any of the following acts or omissions by
the FBO:
1) Be in arrears in payment of the whole or any part of the amounts agreed upon for a period of
Forty five (45) days after the time such payments become due;
2) Make a general assignment for the benefit of creditors;
3) Abandon the demised premises;
4) Discontinue required services to the public;
5) Fail to replace any improvements which have been destroyed by fire, explosion, etc. within six
(6) months from the date of such destruction;
Page 22 of 33
6) Default in the performance of any of the covenants and conditions required herein to be kept
and performed by FBO, and such default continues for a period of thirty (30) days after
receipt of written notice from the Blair Airport Authority of said default;
7) Fall below or be in non-compliance with any Federal, State or local laws governing the
occupancy or use of associated facilities such as hangars, offices, fuel tanks, etc.
In any of the aforesaid events, the Blair Airport Authority may take immediate possession of the demised
premises and remove FBO's effects, forcibly, if necessary, without being deemed guilty of trespassing. Upon
said entry, the Business Franchise and lease will terminate. Any fees due shall be payable to said date of
termination.
Failure of the Blair Airport Authority to declare the permit terminated upon the default of FBO for any of the
reasons set forth herein, shall not operate to bar or destroy the right of the Blair Airport Authority to cancel the
Business Franchise or lease by reason of any subsequent violation of the terms hereof.
Assignment, Transfer or Subletting. The FBO shall not assign, sublet or transfer its Business Franchise or
lease or any privileges herein contained, in whole or in part, without written prior consent of the Blair Airport
Authority.
It is specifically stipulated and agreed that FBO will not enter into any tie-in agreements with other operators or
sublet any of the rights herein whereby other operators share in the privileges or the services stipulated in the
Business Franchise or lease without the written consent of the Blair Airport Authority.
Suspension of Business Franchise and/or Lease. During time of war or national emergency, the Blair
Airport Authority shall have the right to lease the landing area or any part thereof to the United States
Government for military use. If any such lease is executed, any provisions of FBO's Business Franchise or
lease which are inconsistent with the lease provisions to the Government will be suspended.
Attorney's Fees. In an action brought by the Blair Airport Authority for the enforcement of the obligations of
FBO, the Blair Airport Authority shall be entitled to recover interest and reasonable attorney's fees.
Taxes. The FBO is solely responsible for the payment of any taxes or assessments which may be lawfully
levied against FBO's occupancy or use of the demised premises or any improvements placed thereon as a
result of FBO's occupancy.
Relocation of Improvements. In the event that the Blair Airport Authority requires any of the leased premises,
including the tank farm, for expansion or development of the airport, the Blair Airport Authority reserves the right
to relocate or replace the improvements made by FBO to substantially similar facilities generally comparable at
another location on the airport.
Subordination of Agreement. The FBO Business Franchise and lease shall be subordinate to the provisions
of any existing or future agreements between the Blair Airport Authority and the United States of America
relative to the operation or maintenance of the airport, the execution of which has or may be required as a
condition precedent to the expenditure of federal funds for the development of the airport. The franchise
referred to herein shall be amended to include any requirements of the FAA or other regulatory agencies
including which were omitted from the franchise, and to include any requirements necessary as a result of any
amended rules and regulations of the FAA or other regulatory agency. To the extent that a franchise is in
conflict with the terms and conditions of the rules and regulations of the FAA or other regulatory agency, the
rules and regulations of the FAA or other regulatory agency shall control.
10.13 FLIGHT TRAINING
Any person, Airport Tenant, Airport Tenant Sub lessee or FBO desiring to engage in flight training activities shall
provide as a minimum the following:
Page 23 of 33
a) Land. Sufficient area for the proposed operations including automobile parking, training, aircraft
tie -downs and/or hangar space to accommodate leased or owned aircraft.
b) Buildings. Lease or construct within 12 months, adequate space to provide classroom, briefing room,
pilot lounge, rest rooms, office space and public use telephone. The above mentioned floor space
shall be sufficient to accommodate the requirements of its program and the number of students
typically using the facility.
c) Personnel. At least one (1) properly FAA certificated flight/ground instructor to cover the type training
and ratings being offered.
d) Aircraft. At least one (1) leased or owned properly certificated aircraft equipped for the type of flight
instruction being offered. If leased, documentation authorizing the flight training organization to utilize
said aircraft for flight instruction must be available.
e) Insurance Coverage. As specified in Chapter 12.00 contained in this document.
10.14 FLYING CLUBS
In an effort to foster and promote flying for pleasure, develop skills in aeronautics, including pilotage,
navigation and an awareness and appreciation of aviation requirements and techniques, the category of
Flying Clubs is included in the Minimum Standards for the Blair Municipal Airport.
All flying clubs desiring to base their aircraft and operate at the Blair Municipal Airport must comply with these
requirements. However, they shall be exempt from Fixed Base Operator and other requirements upon the
satisfactory fulfillment of the conditions contained herein:
The club shall be a registered not for profit or non-profit corporation, association or partnership organized for
the express purpose of providing its members with aircraft for their personal use and enjoyment only. The
property rights of the members of the club shall be equal and no part of the net earnings of the club will inure to
the benefit of any member in any form (salaries, bonuses, etc.). The club may not derive greater revenue from
the use of its aircraft than the amount necessary for the operations, maintenance and replacement of its
aircraft.
Flying clubs may not offer or conduct charter, air taxi, aircraft rentals, or any other form of commercial aviation
activity. They may not conduct aircraft flight instruction except for regular members, and only members of the
flying club may act as pilot in command of the aircraft except when receiving dual instruction.
Members may compensate other members for flying services; however, no service can be performed for the
benefit of a non-member, except for occasional operations conducted pursuant to FAR Part 91 when the costs
are shared with the member.
Any qualified mechanic and/or flight instructor who is a registered member and part owner of the aircraft
owned and operated by the flying club shall not be restricted from doing maintenance and/or giving
instruction in aircraft owned by the club. Mechanics and instructors may be compensated by credit against
payment for dues or flight time or by direct payment for services, provided however that the mechanic or
instructor is not a full time employee of the club.
All flying clubs and their members are prohibited from leasing or selling any goods or services whatsoever to
any person or firm other than a member of such club at airport, except that said flying club may sell or
exchange its capital equipment. Nothing in the paragraph is intended to prohibit fund raising events or activities
intended to raise funds for the operation of the club.
A flying club shall abide by and comply with all Federal, State and local laws, ordinances, regulations, and the
Rules and Regulations of the Blair Airport Authority, including these Minimum Standards.
Page 24 of 33
The flying"club, with its request for a Business Franchise, shall furnish the Blair Airport Authority with a copy of
its bylaws, articles of incorporation/association, partnership agreement or other documentation supporting
its existence; evidence of insurance in the form of a Certificate of Insurance provided to the Blair Airport
Authority with the Blair Airport Authority named as an additional insured.
The flying club, upon request by the Blair Airport Authority, shall provide satisfactory evidence of all club
income and expenses and evidence of ownership of aircraft. Such request shall be made by the Blair
Airport Authority upon reasonable cause.
Insurance Coverage: As specified in Chapter 12.00 contained in this document.
A flying club which violates any of the foregoing or permits one or more of its members to do so, will be notified
of the violation and given 30 days in which to correct said violation. Should such violation not be corrected
within 30 days, the Airport Authority shall have the right to terminate the Business Franchise and/or lease.
Nothing in this paragraph shall serve to prevent the Blair Airport Authority from taking any immediate action
when a safety related or hazardous situation exists.
10.15 INDEPENDENT COMMERCIAL OPERATOR
Any person, firm, corporation, FBO or partnership conducting commercial aviation activities on the Blair
Municipal Airport who is not a tenant or sub -tenant of the airport, does not hold a lease or access agreement
with the Blair Airport Authority or an airport tenant, or who otherwise does not pay any rent to the Blair Airport
Authority or any airport tenant for the use of space on the airport, shall be considered an Independent
Commercial Operator.
a) Independent Commercial Operators include but are not limited to any activity defined in these
Chapters.
b) An Independent Commercial Operator must possess a Business Franchise approved by the Blair
Airport Authority.
c) In addition to the appropriate Business Franchise Fee, Independent Commercial Operators must pay
according to the schedule of fees as established by the Blair Airport Authority for all gross sales taking
place on the Blair Municipal Airport to the Blair Airport Authority for the privilege of conducting business
on the airport.
d) The following interpretations are made concerning Independent Commercial Operators conducting
flight instruction activities:
1) Flight instructors performing flight instruction for hire as an employee of an airport tenant
holding a Business Franchise including flight instruction are not considered Independent
Commercial Operators.
2) Flight instructors performing flight instruction for hire as an independent contractor to an
airport tenant holding a Business Franchise including flight instruction are not considered
Independent Commercial Operators. Designated Examiners (DE's) performing services on
behalf of a Tenant are not considered Independent Commercial Operators.
3) Flight instructors performing flight instruction for hire by an individual aircraft owner whose
aircraft is based at the airport, are not considered Independent Commercial Operators if
the flight instruction is exclusively for the individual aircraft owner him/herself only.
4) Flight instructors performing flight instruction for hire using an aircraft not owned by a tenant
of the Airport holding a Business Franchise including flight instruction, and not exclusively for
the aircraft owner (if the aircraft is based at the airport) are considered Independent
Commercial Operators.
5) Flight instructors performing flight instruction for hire using aircraft not based at the airport
are considered Independent Commercial Operators.
Page 25 of 33
Nuthing in this paragraph is intended to prevent the operation of or define as Independent Commercial
Operator any flight instruction activity based at or originating at another airport that uses the Blair
Municipal Airport as an itinerant stopping point during such fight instruction activity. It is the intent of this
paragraph to define as an Independent Commercial Operator, any flight instruction activity originating at the
Blair Municipal Airport that meets the definition of an Independent Commercial Operator as defined in sub-
paragraphs 4) and 5) above.
e) Insurance Coverage. Independent Commercial Operators must provide insurance coverage
consistent with the insurance requirements set forth in Chapter 12.00.
10.16 NON-PUBLIC AIRCRAFT FUELS DISPENSING (Not Permitted)
10.17 OFF AIRPORT ACCESS
This Chapter shall be known and may be cited as the Blair Municipal Airport Access Policy, or "Access
Policy". This Access Policy shall apply to any person, firm or corporation desiring aeronautical access to the
runways and taxiways of the airport from property adjacent to the airport, but not a part of or owned by the
airport.
a) Definitions. The following terms as used in this Chapter shall have the following meanings:
1) Access Area — Shall mean the entire portion of an off -airport parcel that is used by the off -
airport user for aeronautical purposes, including buildings, hangars, driveways, parking
areas, aircraft aprons, taxiways/taxi lanes, landscaping or other uses.
2) Access Permit— Shall mean that document approved by the Blair Airport Authority granting
aeronautical access to the airport by an Off -Airport User, subject to the provisions of this
Chapter.
3) Access Taxiway or Taxi lane — Shall mean an aircraft taxiway or taxi lane located on property
other than the airport that connects into a taxiway or taxi lane on the airport and that is
constructed for the purpose of allowing aircraft to taxi between the airport and off -airport
parcel(s).
4) Off Airport Parcel — Shall mean any tract of land or portion thereof not located on the airport
that abuts or will abut an Access Taxiway or Taxi lane as such may exist from time to
time.
5) Off Airport User — Shall mean an owner or user or an off -airport parcel who desires to
operate aircraft directly between its off -airport parcel and the airport.
b) Access Right. Access to the airport is granted to off -airport users, subject to the terms and
conditions of this Chapter and of the Access Permit granted to each off -airport user. The access
granted shall be for the purpose of allowing the off -airport user to conduct aviation related
activities and aircraft operations on the access area, so that it will have unobstructed access to the
airport taxiways leading to runways, for the purpose of maneuvering, taking off, and landing of
aircraft. The access right may be revoked by the Blair Airport Authority for failure to comply with the
provisions of these Airport Rules and Regulations and Minimum Standards, Storm Water
Management Plan, or other policies and provisions of the airport.
c) Off Airport Parcel Uses; Access Taxiways; Permitted and Prohibited Uses.
1) Access Area. The Blair Airport Authority, FAA, State of Nebraska Department of
Aeronautics, or any other regulatory authority shall have the right to enter the access area
to inspect or perform other regulatory requirements. All safety and operational rules and
regulations applicable to the operation of the airport shall be applicable to the access
area.
Page 26 of 33
2) An off -airport user may construct access taxiways to connect its parcel with airport
taxiways. The number, exact location and configuration of the access taxiways will be
determined from time to time by the off -airport user, subject to the approval of the Blair
Airport Authority and the FAA. Access taxiways will be made available for use by other
off -airport users abutting any portion of such access taxiways, it being the intent of the
Blair Airport Authority to maximize the number of off -airport users that can take
advantage of the access taxiway.
3) Plans and specifications for access taxiways shall be approved by the Blair Airport
Authority prior to construction, and shall be designed and constructed to meet the same
standards for taxiway construction as those for airport taxiways.
4) After completion of construction, inspection and approval by the Blair Airport Authority, that
portion of the access taxiway on airport property shall be dedicated to the Blair Airport
Authority, and maintained by the Blair Airport Authority. Those portions of access taxiways
off the airport property shall be maintained by the off -airport user. The off -airport user
shall maintain those portions of the access taxiway off airport property in accordance
with commercial aviation standards for maintenance of public taxiways.
5) All commercial aviation activities, as outlined in these Chapters, will be operated only on the
airport premises. No commercial aviation business offering to the general public will be
permitted to operate on an off -airport parcel. Such commercial aviation businesses include
but are not limited to: fixed base operator services, aircraft rental, aircraft sales, aircraft
paint services, airframe and power plant repair, air taxi service, aerial applications, flight
training, flying clubs, radio, instrument or propeller repair services, restaurant services,
specialized commercial flight operations, or any other type of commercial activity capable
of being performed on airport property.
6) An off -airport user shall be permitted to conduct aviation activities from an off -airport parcel
which support the off -airport user's own aircraft, such as storage, training, maintenance,
operation of a corporate flight department, and other incidental activities, including those
activities that are associated with an off -airport user's aviation related activities business of
manufacturing, distribution, etc. Activities on off -airport parcels are subject to all Blair
Airport Authority or Washington County zoning ordinances as applicable.
7) Self fueling operations on an off -airport parcel are subject to the provisions of these
Chapters for Non -Public Fuels Dispensing.
8) Development and improvements on off -airport parcels that access the airport must be in
compliance with the Blair Airport Authority and Washington County Comprehensive
Development Plan (CDP).
9) Access to the airport from off -airport parcels used for residential purposes will not be
permitted.
d) Access Permit
1) Application; Granting of Permit. Any off -airport user who desires access to the airport from
an off -airport parcel shall apply to the Blair Airport Authority for an access permit. The
off -airport user shall deliver to the Airport Manager a survey plat of the access area,
including a computation of the size of the access area in square footage on that user's off -
airport parcel. Additional information will be provided as detailed in the application, and
the off -airport user shall clearly show how he/she intends on complying with the CDP.
2) Conditions for Granting; Access Permit Granted. The Washington County Planning and
Zoning Commission shall review the application for compliance with the County Comp
Plan and other zoning requirements and make a recommendation to the Blair Airport
Authority as to the issuance of an access permit.
Page 27 of 33
The granting of an access permit shall entitle the holder to commence using the right
granted in paragraph 2. The permit shall continue in effect until the sale, transfer or
assignment of the off -airport parcel, or until revoked by the Blair Airport Authority.
3) Assignment of Access Permit. The access permit may not be sold, transferred or assigned
without approval of the Blair Airport Authority.
4) Contents of Permit/Amendment of Permit. The access permit shall specify the size of the
access area and the initial fee to be charged pursuant to this Chapter. An off -airport user
shall have the right to change the access area on its off -airport parcel from time to time
provided that such user notifies the Blair Airport Authority of such change, and provides a new
survey of the revised access area, and applies for an access permit for such revised access
area, which permit shall be issued if such revised access area complies with the provisions
of this Chapter. The fee shall be adjusted appropriately due to any change in the access
area.
5) Revocation; Reinstatement. The Blair Airport Authority may revoke the access permit of any
off -airport user who either (1) fails to pay its applicable fee or otherwise to comply with any
provision of this Chapter, with such failure not being corrected within 10 days after written
notice thereof is given by the Airport Manager to such user, or (2) fails to pay prior
delinquency, the lawfully assessed and levied City or County taxes on its off -airport parcel.
Any access permit that has been revoked shall be reinstated upon payment of such fee,
the correction of any such non-compliance or the payment of such taxes plus all penalties and
interest, as applicable. The Blair Airport Authority reserves the right at its sole discretion to
permanently revoke the access permit, not withstanding the provisions of this paragraph, if
such revocation is due to multiple instances of non-compliance with this Chapter.
6) Prohibition against un -permitted Access/Penalty. It shall be unlawful for any person to utilize
an access right unless such person holds a valid access permit.
7) Multiple Off -Airport Users; Single Parcels. Separate commercial entities operating on
common off -airport parcels shall be treated as separate off -airport parcels. Each commercial
entity shall apply for and obtain its own access permit as outlined in this Chapter, and be
directly responsible for the associated fees.
e) Access Permit Fee/Time for Payment/Amount of Fee.
1) Permit Fee; Time of Payment. At the time of issuance of an access permit pursuant to
this Chapter, off -airport users shall be charged a permit fee (fee). No other fee shall be
charged for use of the access right, except as otherwise stated in this Chapter. The fee
shall be payable beginning on the effective date of such users access permit and
thereafter for so long as the access permit remains effective. The fee shall be charged on a
calendar year basis and shall be prorated for any partial year to the first day of the month
in which the access permit became effective. The fee due by such user shall be due on
January 1st of each year for the following year. The fee shall be subject to late charges as
established and from time to time revised by the Blair Airport Authority, if not paid within 10
days of the date due.
2) Permit Fee/Amount. The annual fee will be charged as listed in the scheduled rates and fees
as established by the Blair Airport Authority.
3) No off Airport user shall be allowed to provide any aeronautical services not allowed to
Airport tenants including dispensing of fuels. No off Airport user shall dispense fuel, or
refuel any vehicle off the airport except as expressly agreed to by the Blair Airport Authority.
Page 28 of 33
1G.18'RkOlO, INSTRUMENT, OR PROPELLER SERVICES
Any person, Airport Tenant, Airport Tenant Sub lessee or FBO desiring to engage in radio, instrument or
propeller services must hold an FAA Repair Station Certificate and ratings for same, and as a minimum provide
the following:
a) Facility. Construct or lease within 12 months, land area and buildings that will provide adequate
space to house office, storage, and minimum shop and hangar space as required for the activities
conducted or for FAA Repair Shop Certification (if applicable).
b) Personnel. A minimum of one (1) certificated technician qualified in accordance with the terms of the
FAA Repair Station Certificate.
c) Insurance Coverage. As specified in Chapter 12.00 contained in this document.
10.19 RESTAURANT SERVICES
Any person, Airport Tenant, Airport Tenant Sub lessee or FBO desiring to engage in restaurant or food service
activities, must provide at a minimum:
a) Land & Buildings. Construct or lease, prior to commencement of the proposed services, adequate
space for the following:
1) Kitchen facilities including sinks, stoves, ovens, refrigerator/freezers and other appliances
necessary to carry out the proposed services.
2) Dining area to accommodate a minimum capacity of 20 persons simultaneously, including tables
and chairs.
3) Storage of other food, supplies, equipment, and other items incidental to the proposed services.
4) Adequate vehicle parking area to accommodate customer parking needs.
b) Personnel. An adequate number of employees to handle cooking and waiting duties during the
most busy time period of the average day. Employees may have multiple duties.
c) Licenses. Possession of a current State of Nebraska License to Operate a Food
Service Establishment, Sales Tax License, and all other applicable licenses required by State or
local laws is required. All licenses must be displayed in a conspicuous location and
obtained prior to commencement of the proposed services. All applicable health laws and
practices as established by Federal, State or local laws will be adhered to at all times.
d) Insurance Coverage. As specified in Chapter 12.00 contained in this document.
10.20 SPECIALIZED COMMERCIAL FLIGHT SERVICES
Any person, Airport Tenant, Airport Tenant Sub lessee or FBO desiring to engage in specialized commercial
flight activities, including but not limited to:
Banner towing and aerial advertising
Aerial photography or survey
Fire fighting/fire patrol
Power line/pipeline patrol
Any other operation specifically excluded from Part 135 of the FAA regulations.
Those engaged in the above activities shall provide as a minimum the following:
a) Land. Sufficient aircraft apron and/or hangar space to accommodate leased or owned aircraft. Land
area should be capable of providing facilities for auto parking, paved hangar apron and other area as
needed to perform the operations contemplated.
b) Buildings. Lease or construct within 12 months, adequate space for office and rest rooms. If aircraft
maintenance is to be performed on site, a building space is required for shop and storage space.
Page 29 of 33
c)' Personnel. A minimum of one (1) properly certificated Commercial Pilot with the appropriate ratings for
the aircraft to be flown and the operations to be conducted.
d) Aircraft. A minimum of one (1) properly certificated aircraft meeting the requirements for the
operations to be conducted.
e) Insurance Coverage. As specified in Chapter 12.00 contained in this document.
The Blair Airport Authority reserves the right to establish additional requirements for those specialized
commercial flight activities not specifically listed in this Chapter.
11.00 MULTIPLE SERVICES
Persons who are not FBO's, desiring to engage in two or more commercial aeronautical activities, must provide
as a minimum the following:
a) Land. The leasehold for multiple activities must comply with the space requirements contained in
the Chapter applying to the activity that requires the largest amount of space. The Blair Airport
Authority reserves the right to require land in addition to this amount, if in its opinion such
additional land is warranted due to the scope of multiple services being provided.
b) Buildings. Lease or construct a building that complies with the space requirements contained in
the Chapter applying to the activity that requires the largest amount of space. The Blair Airport
Authority reserves the right to require building space in addition to this amount, if in its opinion
such additional space is warranted due to the scope of multiple services being provided.
c) Personnel. Minimum personnel appropriately rated to perform the specific functions of the services
to be offered. Multiple responsibilities may be assigned to personnel to meet the requirements of
each activity, provided the person holds all of the proper ratings and qualifications required for each
activity being performed.
d) Aircraft. All requirements for aircraft for the specific activities to be engaged in must be
provided; however, multiple uses can be made of all aircraft, except aerial applicator aircraft, to
meet these requirements.
e) Services. All services specifically required for each activity must be provided during the hours of
operation.
f) Equipment. All equipment specifically required for each activity must be provided.
g) Insurance Coverage. The lessee will obtain the highest single coverage in the amounts established
for each type of insurance required for each specific activity. If the insurance coverage for one
activity is the same as for another, than only one policy is required, provided the policy covers all
activities.
h) Facility Compliance. All facilities must be in compliance with all Federal, State and local laws
concerning certificates of occupancy, building permits and other applicable codes prior to being
granted permission to engage in any activity described in these Chapters. In the event that any
facility falls below these standards, the Blair Airport Authority has the right to suspend or revoke,
temporarily or permanently, all rights to engage in such activities.
Page 30 of 33
12.00E MINIMUM INSURANCE REQUIREMENTS
The following minimum insurance limits shall be in effect for the associated category of operations. If more
than one activity is being performed, then the higher limits shall apply. All figures are in U.S. dollars.
CATEGORY OF
PROPERTY
GENERAL
TENANT/OPER
INSURANCE
PREMISES
LIABILITY
ENVIROMENT
AIRCRAFT
PUBLIC ACFT
FUELS DISPENSING
See Note 1
$1,000,000
100/300/100
N/A
N/A
FLIGHT TRAINING
See Note 1
$1,000,000
100/300/100
N/A
$1,000,000
AIR TAXI
See Note 1
$1,000,000
100/300/100
N/A
$1,000,000
SPECIALIZED
See Note 1
$1,000,000
100/300/100
N/A
$1,000,000
COMMERCIAL SVC
AERIAL
See Note 1
$1,000,000
100/300/100
N/A
$1,000,000
APPLICATIONS
AIRCRAFT SALES
See Note 1
$1,000,000
100/300/100
N/A
$1,000,000
AIRCRAFT RENTAL
See Note 1
$1,000,000
100/300/100
N/A
$1,000,000
AIRFRAME &
See Note 1
$1,000,000
100/300/100
N/A
$1,000,000
POWERPLANT
RADIO,
INSTRUMENT,
See Note 1
$1,000,000
100/300/100
N/A
$1,000,000
PROPELLER RPR
MULTIPLE
See Note 1
$1,000,000
100/300/100
N/A
$1,000,000
SERVICES
FLYING CLUBS
See Note 1
$1,000,000
100/300/100
N/A
$500,000
AIRPORT TENANT
See Note 1
$500,000
N/A
N/A
$500,000
NON PUBLIC FUELS
See Note 1
$1,000,000
100/300/100
$1,000,000
N/A
DISPENSING
AIRCRAFT PAINT
See Note 1
$1,000,000
100/300/100
N/A
N/A
SVCS
RESTAURANT
See Note 1
$500,000
100/300/100
N/A
N/A
1. Replacement Value will be provided by landlord leasing buildings owned by the Blair Airport Authority.
Privately owned buildings shall maintain adequate coverage to either replace the building to original
condition, or remove all debris and restore the lease site to landscaped condition.
2. Coverage shall be on an occurrence basis. A minimum of $50,000 in fire liability is to be included.
Page 31 of 33
3.'' Coverage shall apply to all vehicles registered to the lessee's business and used exclusively for
commercial aviation purposes. Per Person/Per Accident/Property in hundred of thousands of dollars.
4. Requirement for coverage will go into effect on January 1, 2007 for any tenant with fuel tanks used for
refueling of aircraft or vehicles.
5. Coverage shall include passengers at a minimum of $100,000 per passenger or seat whichever is
greater.
Page 32 of 37
BLAIR MUNICIPAL AIRPORT
APPLICATION FOR BUSINESS FRANCHISE
1. BUSINESS NAME:
ADDRESS:
PHONE: FAX:
2. AUTHORIZED PARTY OR OFFICERS:
PHONE:
PHONE:
PHONE:
3. BUSINESS FRANCHISE REQUESTED (Category From Minimum Standards)
4. DESCRIPTION OF SERVICES IN DETAIL (Attach Additional Sheets If Necessary):
5. DESCRIPTION OF FACILITY (Include Size, Type Building, Intent to Lease or Build):
6. NUMBER OF EMPLOYEES AND TITLES:
7. FAA CERTIFICATES & LICENSES HELD FOR PROPOSED ACTIVITIES (Include Type
Certificate and Certificate Number):
8. INSURANCE (List All Insurance Coverage Applicable and Limits of Liability. Must Meet Minimum
Insurance Requirements Contained In Minimum Standards):
9. Is the Blair Airport Authority named as an Additional Insured?
YES NO
All commercial activities conducted on the Blair Municipal Airport require a Business
Franchise. All questions and comments should be directed to the Airport Manager. Applicants
may also address the City Manager or the Blair Airport Authority during their regularly
scheduled monthly meetings.
APPLICANT SIGNATURE:
NAME: DATE:
Authorized Representative of Applicant
Page 33 of 33