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LOS ANGELES WORLD AIRPORTS VNY RULES AND REGULATIONS

LOS ANGELES WORLD AIRPORTS

VNY RULES AND REGULATIONS

Amended January 2018

PREFACE

AUTHORITY

The Rules and Regulations Manual for the Van Nuys Airport (VNY) is published under authority contained in Section 632 (b) and 633 (a) (b) of the Los Angeles City Charter, which empowers the Los Angeles World Airports (LAWA) to make rules and regulations governing the use and control of City Airports subject to the powers of the United States respecting commerce.

PURPOSE

The primary purpose of this manual is to provide Airport users with a primary document representing a compendium of rules, regulations, policies, procedures, and general information governing their activities at VNY. The objective of the manual is to promote the safe and efficient use of VNY operations and aviation facilities.

CONTENTS

The regulatory provisions of this manual are established by City Ordinances and Municipal Codes, Resolutions adopted by the Board of Airport Commissioners (BOAC), directives issued by Airport Management and provisions of Federal Aviation Regulations (FAR’s).

COMPLIANCE

The importance of compliance with all Airport rules and regulations cannot be over emphasized. City Ordinance provides that any person violating or failing to comply with regulations established by the BOAC for control of the conduct of persons and ground operations on the Airport, and traffic on and over the Airport shall be assigned any potential penalty stipulated in the leaseholder/use agreement or other enforcement action authorized by the Airport Manager.

ENFORCEMENT

The Airport Manager is assigned the overall responsibility of enforcing compliance with Airport rules and regulations. On a day-to-day basis this responsibility, and commensurate authority, is exercised by VNY Operations and Airport Police Sections. Under certain circumstances, assistance from the Los Angeles Police Department (LAPD) or other law enforcement agencies may be requested.

Successful enforcement relies heavily on the full and active cooperation of all Airport users, tenants, supervisors and employees. This requires a thorough knowledge and understanding, through training programs, of applicable Airport rules and regulations on a continuing basis.

CONTACT INFORMATION

VNY Rules and Regulations Contact Information

Emergency 911

LAFD Station 114 (818) 756-8635

VNY Airport Operations (818) 442-6506

VNY Airport Police (310) 646-4268

Airport Watch Program Hotline (866) 427-3287

VNY Airport Manager (818) 442-6500

VNY Film Desk (818) 442-6544

LAFD Fire Inspector (818) 374-1110

Environmental and Land Use Planning Division (424) 646-7500

TABLE OF CONTENTS

PREFACE

CONTACT INFORMATION

DEFINITIONS

SECTION I: GENERAL USE OF AIRPORT

Section 1.1 Right of Executive Director to Control the Airfield Section 1.2 General Conduct of Individuals on the Airport Section 1.3 Airport Security Section 1.4 Cleaning of Equipment Section 1.5 Painting Guidelines on Ramps and Taxiways Section 1.6 Visitors and Escorts Section 1.7 Wildlife Hazard Management Section 1.8 Emergency Contacts Section 1.9 Customs Arrivals Section 1.10 Environmental Cleanup Section 1.11 Use of Public Areas Section 1.12 Emergency Conditions Section 1.13 Use of Lasers on and around Airport Property Section 1.14 Aircraft Incidents and Accidents Section 1.15 Labor Disputes Section 1.16 Commercial Activity Section 1.17 Soliciting Section 1.18 Loitering Section 1.19 Carriage of Firearms Section 1.20 Armed Guards and Guard Dogs Section 1.21 Lost and Found Articles Section 1.22 Litter and Refuse Section 1.23 Dogs and Other Animals Section 1.24 Smoking Section 1.25 Advertisements Section 1.26 Airport Signs Section 1.27 Tenant Conduct Regarding Unauthorized Activities Section 1.28 Tenant Construction Requirements Section 1.29 Airport Construction and Obstruction Control Section 1.30 Damage to Airport Property Section 1.31 UAV’s, Radio Control Aircraft, Blimp Operations, and Banner Towing Section 1.32 Storage of Motor Homes, Boats and other Non-Aeronautical Items Section 1.33 Bicycles, Skateboards, Roller Blades and other Non-Motorized

Transportation

SECTION II: AIRCRAFT OPERATING REQUIREMENTS

Section 2.1 Operation of Aircraft Section 2.2 Disabled Aircraft Section 2.3 Engine Start and Run-Up

Section 2.4 Aircraft Taxiing/Tow Section 2.5 Aircraft Parking Section 2.6 Aircraft Lighting During Low Visibility Periods Section 2.7 Aircraft Repair and Maintenance Section 2.8 Aircraft Washing Section 2.9 Aircraft Painting Section 2.10 Aircraft Security Section 2.11 Use of Unsafe Areas Section 2.12 Passenger Enplaning and Deplaning Section 2.13 Helicopter Operations Section 2.14 Air Traffic Rules Section 2.15 Annual Aircraft Inventory Report Section 2.16 Intersection Departures Section 2.17 Drag Chutes Section 2.18 Intoxicants and Drugs Section 2.19 Landing Fees Section 2.20 Compliance Section 2.21 Reflective Safety Clothing Section 2.22 Reporting of Surface Incidents and Runway Incursions

SECTION III: VEHICLE OPERATIONS ON THE AIRPORT

Section 3.1 Applicability of this Section Section 3.2 MVOP Master Tenant/Subtenant Approval Section 3.3 MVOP/ASMP Section 3.4 Vehicle Operations Section 3.5 Pedestrian/Bicycles/Non-Motorized Vehicles Section 3.6 Unauthorized entry into the Movement Area Section 3.7 VSAFE Program

SECTION IV: FUELING AND RAMP SAFETY PRACTICES

Section 4.1 Fire and Safety Section 4.2 Storage of Materials and Equipment Section 4.3 Fueling Operations Section 4.4 Self-Fueling Section 4.5 Sewage, Industrial Waste, Toxic and Hazardous Waste Section 4.6 Methanol Storage Section 4.7 Fire Watch

SECTION V: SPECIAL EVENTS/FILMING

Section 5.1 Special Event Applicability Section 5.2 Special Events Approval Section 5.3 Special Event Criteria Section 5.4 Responsibility at Special Events Section 5.5 Commercial/Non-Commercial Filming/Photography Applicability Section 5.6 VNY Film Desk Section 5.7 Film Permits Application Section 5.8 Rules for Filming/Photography/Video Activity

SECTION VI: NOISE ABATEMENT

Section 6.1 Applicability Section 6.2 Definitions (Ordinance 155727) Section 6.3 Curfew (Ordinance 155727) Section 6.4 Curfew Extension (Ordinance 171889) Section 6.5 Repetitive Aircraft Operations (Ordinance 155727) Section 6.6 Run-Ups (Ordinance 1555727) Section 6.7 Noisier Aircraft Phase-out (Ordinance 181106) Section 6.8 Enforcement and Penalties (Ordinance 155727) Section 6.9 Fly Friendly/Quiet Departure Program for Jet Aircraft Section 6.10 No Early Turns Section 6.11 Helicopter Route and Altitude Deviation Program

DEFINITIONS

ABANDONED – Any vehicle (including aircraft) left unattended for a period of 72 hours without evidence of ownership and/or parked in an undesignated/unauthorized area.

AIRCRAFT – A device that is used or intended to be used for flight in the air.

AIRCRAFT ACCIDENT – An occurrence associated with the operation of an aircraft, which takes place between the time any person boards the aircraft with the intention of flight and all such persons have disembarked, and in which any person suffers death or serious injury, or in which the aircraft receives substantial damage.

AIR TRAFFIC - Aircraft operating in the air or on the Airport, exclusive of ramps and parking areas.

AIR TRAFFIC CONTROL - A service operated by appropriate legal authority to promote the safe, orderly and expeditious flow of air traffic.

ATCT – Air Traffic Control Tower.

AIRCRAFT SURFACE MOVEMENT PROGRAM (ASMP) – A driver training program for individuals operating aircraft tow vehicles on the Movement Area.

AIRCRAFT RESCUE AND FIRE FIGHTING (ARFF) – An acronym for Airport vehicles used to respond to aircraft Accidents and Incidents.

AIRCRAFT SERVICE VEHICLES - Any motorized vehicle designed and operated to support aircraft operations.

AIRPORT – Van Nuys Airport.

AIRPORT MANAGER – The Manager of VNY as designated by the Executive Director.

AIRPORT OPERATIONS PERSONNEL - Airport employees responsible for enforcing the rules and regulations of the Airport.

AIR OPERATIONS AREA (AOA) – Any area of the Airport used or intended to be used for landing, takeoff and surface maneuvering of aircraft, including all areas inside the Airport perimeter fence.

AIRPORT POLICE OFFICER - A sworn peace officer of the State of California;

authorized to carry a firearm; enforce laws in the State of California, and enforce security, traffic, and safety rules and regulations.

AUTHORIZED VEHICLE – A vehicle authorized to operate on the Airport service road network, which has an MVOP decal and approved company logos.

AERONAUTICAL ACTIVITY – Any activity that involves, makes possible, or is required for the operation of aircraft or that contributes to or is required for the safety of such operations.

BASED AIRCRAFT – Any aircraft assigned a tie-down or hangar at VNY for a period of longer than six (6) months.

BOARD OF AIRPORT COMMISSIONERS (BOAC) - The Board of Airport Commissioners of the City of Los Angeles.

CITY - The City of Los Angeles.

CTAF – Common Traffic Advisory Frequency.

ESCORTED VEHICLE - Any vehicle not approved to access the AOA that is directly accompanied by a vehicle authorized to access the AOA.

EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR - The Executive Director of LAWA or his/her duly authorized representative.

FAA – Federal Aviation Administration.

FAR – Federal Aviation Regulation.

FIXED BASE OPERATOR (FBO) – A commercial aviation business that provides multiple aeronautical services, including the sale of aircraft fuel.

FIELD CITATION - A "Notice of Violation of Airport Regulations" citation issued by VNY Airport Police for traffic, equipment, and personal violations occurring on the

AOA.

FUEL – Any substance (solid, liquid, or gas) used to operate aircraft or vehicles.

FUEL HANDLING – The transportation, delivery, fueling, or drainage of fuel or fuel waste products.

HAZARD – Any existing or potential condition that can lead to injury, illness, or death to people; damage to or loss of a system, equipment, or property; or damage to the environment.

HAZARDOUS MATERIALS (HAZMAT) - Any solid, liquid, or gas that can harm people, other living organisms, property, or the environment.

HOT REFUELING – Fueling with any aircraft engine running.

INCIDENT – Means an occurrence other than an accident, associated with the operation of an aircraft, which affects or could affect the safety of operations.

LAFD – Los Angeles Fire Department.

LAWA – Los Angeles World Airports.

LICENSED VEHICLE - A vehicle licensed to operate on the streets or highways of the State of California.

MOTOR VEHICLE OPERATOR PERMIT (MVOP) - The authorization granted by LAWA, which allows a driver to operate a motor vehicle on the Vehicle Service Roads of the Airport.

MOVEMENT AREA - Runways, taxiways and other areas of an Airport used for taxiing, takeoff and landing of aircraft, not including loading ramps and aircraft parking areas.

MVOP DECAL - The official identification of a motor vehicle authorized to be driven on the Vehicle Service Roads.

NFPA – National Fire Protection Association.

NOTAM – Notice to Airmen.

NTSB – National Transportation Safety Board.

PEDESTRIAN – A person traveling on foot or a wheeled conveyance vehicle that may include (but not limited to) a bicycle, wheel chair, skateboard, people mover or scooter.

RAMP – Any defined area on the Airport intended to accommodate aircraft for the purpose of loading and unloading passengers or cargo, refueling, parking, or maintenance.

RED LINE – A surface painted red line depicting the boundaries of a tenant’s leasehold.

RUNWAY – A defined rectangular area prepared for the landing and takeoff of aircraft along its length.

RUNWAY INCURSION – Any occurrence at an airport involving the incorrect presence of an aircraft, vehicle or person on the protected area of a surface designated for the landing and takeoff of aircraft.

SERIOUS INJURY – Any injury that: (1) Requires hospitalization for more than 48 hours, commencing within 7 days from the date the injury occurred; (2) results in a fracture of any bone (except simple fractures of fingers, toes, or nose); (3) causes severe hemorrhages, nerve, muscle, or tendon damage; (4) involves any internal organ; or (5) involves second- or third-degree burns, or any burns affecting more than 5 percent of the body surface.

SUBSTANTIAL DAMAGE – Damage or failure that adversely affects the structural strength, performance, or flight characteristics of an aircraft, and which would normally require major repair or replacement of the affected component.

Engine failure or damage limited to an engine if only one engine fails or is damaged, bent fairings or cowling, dented skin, small punctured holes in the skin or fabric, ground damage to rotor or propeller blades, and damage to landing gear, wheels, tires, flaps, engine accessories, brakes, or wingtips are not considered “substantial damage.”

SURFACE INCIDENT – An unauthorized or unapproved movement within the designated movement area (excluding runway incursions) or an occurrence in that same area associated with the operation of an aircraft that affects or could affect the safety of flight.

TENANT - An authorized leaseholder or sub-leaseholder of land or premises within the boundaries of VNY.

TAXILANE – The portion of the aircraft parking route used for access between taxiways and aircraft parking positions.

TAXIWAY – A defined path for the taxiing of aircraft from one part of the Airport to another marked by a continuous solid yellow centerline.

VAN NUYS AIRPORT (VNY) – The land and improvements within the boundaries depicted on the current Airport Layout Plan.

VAN NUYS AIRPORT SAFETY AND SECURITY AIRFIELD ENFORCEMENT

PROGRAM (VSAFE) – An awareness and enforcement safety and security program.

VEHICLE – Any auto, truck, fuel truck, golf cart, motorcycle, moped, or any motorized equipment.

VEHICLE PEDESTRIAN DEVIATION (VPD) – A pedestrian or vehicle entering any portion of the airport movement areas (runways/taxiways) without authorization from air traffic control.

VEHICLE SERVICE ROADS - The system of marked, service roads set aside for the movement of vehicular traffic on the AOA.

SECTION I: GENERAL USE OF AIRPORT

Section 1.1 Right of Executive Director to Control the Airfield

The Airport Manager, or his/her designee, shall have the right at any time to close the Airport in its entirety or any portion thereof to air traffic, to delay or restrict any flight or other aircraft operation, to refuse takeoff permission to aircraft, and to deny the use of the Airport or any portion thereof to any specified class of aircraft or to any individual or group, when any such action is considered necessary and desirable to avoid endangering persons or property and to be consistent with the safe and proper operation of the Airport.

a) In the event the Airport Manager determines the condition of the Airport or any part thereof to be unsafe for landings or takeoffs, or closing any affected area, or the entire Airport, a NOTAM shall be issued.

Section 1.2 General Conduct of Individuals on the Airport

General conduct of individuals on the Airport: Only individuals and vehicles given prior authorization through terms of a lease, permit, or other agreement with the Airport, (to include sublessees and authorized visitors), may access the Airport, and only under all other conditions of the VNY Rules and Regulations.

Unauthorized access will be construed as trespassing.

a) Individuals on the Airport shall exercise safe operating practices and take reasonable precautions as appropriate to ensure the safety of the AOA.

b) Individuals, authorized tenants/subtenants shall ensure that non-permitted vehicles remain on their leased area within the Red Line and shall not be permitted access to the service roads, runways and taxiways.

c) Nonpermitted vehicles needing to operate from one leasehold to another shall utilize public streets.

d) Individuals are required to report any Incident that results in Substantial Damage to an Aircraft or Serious Injury to individual(s) that occurs on the Airport to Airport Operations.

e) Tenants may use barbeque units on their leasehold areas or on public areas as approved by the Airport Manager, provided they are for exterior use only, at least 25-feet from the nearest building, 50-feet from the nearest aircraft, and a fire extinguisher appropriate for the size of the BBQ unit is on hand.

Section 1.3 Airport Security

Airport Perimeter Fence

a) A five-foot (5’) clear zone on the inside of the security perimeter fence is required on all leaseholds and LAWA controlled property. This area shall be clear of any aircraft, equipment, debris, etc. and will be monitored by the Airport Manager or designee.

Unauthorized access onto the AOA is prohibited.

b) All gates/entrances must be closed/locked or barricaded immediately after passage by the user. The user must ensure the gate is secured before leaving/driving away. Tenants shall be responsible for gates/entrances located on their leasehold areas. Any gate observed open and unattended must be reported immediately to Airport Police.

c) Under no circumstances shall a user allow any vehicle, recognized or otherwise, to pass through any gate behind them (piggybacking). The practice of piggybacking is a serious violation and any user observed permitting passage will be cited and is subject to revocation of their MVOP.

Any vehicle observed piggybacking must be reported immediately to Airport Police.

d) Only authorized and properly identified personnel and vehicles are allowed access onto the AOA.

e) Unidentified or unauthorized equipment/vehicles on the AOA may be removed by the Airport at the expense of the owner. Any person who violates security regulations may be denied future entry onto the AOA.

f) Pilots shall positively identify individuals on their aircraft, verify that all occupants are aboard at the invitation of the owner/operator, and all baggage and cargo is known to the occupants.

General Security – All Tenants:

a) Ensure any perimeter fencing, gates, walls or doors that separate public or private leasehold areas from the AOA are secured and that their integrity is intact.

b) Secure all key storage areas (food, liquor, parts, tools, etc.).

c) Have an access control management program for keys and passes.

d) Ensure all visitors are familiar with the Red Line boundaries and/or remain under positive control.

e) Use a government issued photo ID to verify identity of any visitor or vendor.

f) Post emergency numbers prominently throughout the facility.

g) Where possible, install “panic alarms” within the facility.

h) Report suspicious activities immediately to the Airport Watch program hotline or Airport Police.

i) Complete the Aircraft Owners and Pilots Association Airport Watch training applicable to their operation.

j) Know whom to call in case of an emergency.

Flight Schools

a) Flight school operators are required to have flight students use proper entrances and exits to the ramp area.

b) Flight school operators are required to have any student pilot check-in with a designated employee (example: dispatcher, scheduler, flight instructor or other management official) before being allowed access to aircraft.

c) Flight instructors shall establish positive identification of their flight student prior to every flight lesson.

d) Flight schools and/or instructors shall control aircraft keys until the student pilot has reached their first solo.

Aircraft Renters

a) The identity of an individual renting an aircraft shall be verified by checking an individual’s government-issued photo ID as well as his or her airman certificate and current medical certificate necessary for that operation.

b) First-time rental customers shall be familiarized with local Airport operations, including security procedures used at the facility.

c) Operators providing rental aircraft shall be vigilant for suspicious activities and report them immediately to Airport Police.

Fixed Base Operators

a) FBOs shall establish and maintain a reasonable means to identify pilots and aircraft using their facilities (i.e. sign-in/sign-out process).

b) FBO personnel shall ensure only authorized individuals are allowed access to leasehold areas.

c) Vendors, contractors and visitors shall be positively identified by an FBO employee before being allowed access to the ramp.

d) Enplaning passengers shall be positively identified by the aircraft crew before they gain access to the ramp. Deplaning passengers shall be directed and escorted safely to the terminal by a crew member or FBO employee, taking care to avoid aircraft that are in the process of starting engines, parked with engines running, or beginning to taxi off the ramp.

e) FBO employees shall verify the identity of all non-airport personnel flight crew for non-based aircraft prior to allowing access to the ramp, hanger or aircraft.

Hangar Security

a) Hangars shall be adequately marked and numbered for ease of emergency response in accordance with LAFD and/or other local regulations.

b) Hangars are to be secured when not in use.

c) Key issuance is to be limited to as few persons as possible.

d) Keys are to be retrieved or locks replaced or re-cored when personnel leave and no longer have an operational need of the key(s).

Required Security Notifications

a) Immediately following receipt of a bomb threat involving an aircraft or facility on the Airport, the FBO, tenant or aircraft operator shall notify Van Nuys Airport Police and provide details, facts, or any other information related to the threat. The tenant may be required to provide updates to Airport Police as conditions change.

b) All airport personnel are responsible for reporting any suspicious unattended bag or article to Airport Police.

c) Having been made aware of a hijacking attempt on its aircraft, the FBO, tenant or aircraft operator involved shall notify Airport Police as quickly as possible, and fully cooperate with Law Enforcement requests.

d) If the flight crew has determined that a possible contagious illness is responsible for causing passengers to become ill, the aircraft shall proceed to an isolated area of the ramp for health agency isolation purposes and the flight crew is required to contact Airport Police (this request may also be made via the ATCT).

e) When a death aboard an aircraft occurs, the pilot-in-command or a manager from the FBO or Tenant shall notify Airport Police.

Section 1.4 Cleaning of Equipment

Washing of vehicles or equipment is permitted only in areas designated by the Airport Manager. Drainage shall not be allowed to enter directly into the Airport drainage system unless an approved clarifier is in place.

a) The washing of vehicles and equipment on Ramps is strictly prohibited.

Section 1.5 Painting Guidelines on Ramps and Taxiways

No surface painting or marking of Taxiways, Taxilanes or Ramps is allowed without approval of the Airport Manager.

Section 1.6 Visitors and Escorts

Vehicles and drivers not in possession of an MVOP must remain under escort at all times when proceeding outside of their leasehold boundary (Reference Section III).

Visitors who are permitted on the site by any master leaseholder shall be required to be maintained under positive escort and not permitted to leave the leasehold boundaries, or encroach onto any service road, taxiway or runway. All master tenants are required to develop and maintain their own procedures, outlining the requirements for tenant and visitors who are permitted access onto their leaseholds.

a) Visitors in vehicles which are to be escorted by a valid tenant may allow their vehicle and the escorted vehicle onto the airfield without the perimeter gate closing between them provided that once both vehicles have entered the tenant leasehold, both vehicles must wait for the perimeter gate to fully close behind them prior to departing.

b) Tenants with a valid MVOP may escort visitors beyond a leasehold boundary for legitimate reasons, as long as the visitor remains under positive escort.

Section 1.7 Wildlife Hazard Management

All personnel on the Airport have the responsibility to report the presence of wildlife populations that may present a hazard to air navigation. The report should contain the size, numbers, location or, in the case of birds, direction and altitude of flight (flight operations may be halted until the hazard is abated).

a) In accordance with FARs, no person shall feed, provide habitat, or otherwise introduce or encourage the introduction of factors on the Airport that attract or may attract birds or other wildlife.

Section 1.8 Emergency Contacts

Any individual on the Airport reporting an emergency or requiring assistance shall call:

LAFD 911

Airport Police (310) 646-4268 Airport Operations (818) 442-6506

Section 1.9 Customs Arrivals

All international arrivals shall comply with the U.S. Customs and Border Protection All Landing Rights Instructions. Further information may be found at:

http://www.lawa.org/welcome_VNY.aspx?id=12148

Section 1.10 Environmental Cleanup

The Airport may clean up any material unlawfully spilled, placed or otherwise deposited at the Airport and may charge the responsible person(s) for the cost of the cleanup, and for any required environmental remediation, and any expenses incurred by, or fines or damages imposed on the Airport.

Section 1.11 Use of Public Areas

Use of a public area at any facility or area of the Airport for sleeping or other purposes in lieu of a hotel, motel, or other public accommodation is prohibited.

Section 1.12 Emergency Conditions

The Airport Manager or designee may declare that the Airport is in a state of emergency, at which time flight operations may be ceased or altered. Emergency http://www.lawa.org/welcome_VNY.aspx?id=12148 equipment shall have the right-of-way in all circumstances except where those operations conflict with aircraft movement, in which case the aircraft shall have the right-of-way.

a) During a declared Airport emergency as defined in Appendix A, the Airport may take any actions necessary to ensure the safety of the public, including the temporary closure of the Airport or certain areas of the Airport, and temporary use of tenant property to assist in the response of emergency equipment and personnel to the Airport, pursuant to the terms of their lease.

Section 1.13 Use of Lasers on and around Airport Property

The use of lasers on or around Airport property is strictly prohibited and shall be immediately reported to Airport Operations or Airport Police when observed.

Section 1.14 Aircraft Incidents and Accidents

The operator of any aircraft involved in an Incident/Accident causing personal injury or property damage shall, in addition to all other reports or notifications required to be made to other agencies, make a prompt and complete report concerning the Incident/Accident to Airport Operations and Airport Police.

Section 1.15 Labor Disputes

Companies and organizations desiring to picket on Airport premises shall contact the Airport Manager at least two (2) business days in advance to discuss the feasibility of the proposed activities. Scope of the picketing and the area in which it will be permitted will be discussed. Security regulations strictly prohibit this type of activity within the AOA of the Airport.

a) The conduct of pickets and the display of printed material shall be reviewed to ensure the picketing group clearly understands the restrictions that the Airport shall set in order to fulfill its primary responsibility of the safe and efficient operation of the Airport.

Section 1.16 Commercial Activity

No person shall enter or remain on Airport property to buy, sell, peddle, or offer for sale or purchase any goods, merchandise, property or perform services (including surveys) of any kind whatsoever, on or from Airport property, without the express written consent of the Airport Manager.

Section 1.17 Soliciting

No person shall solicit funds for any purpose at the Airport without permission from the Airport Manager.

Section 1.18 Loitering

Any person who is unable to provide satisfactory explanation of their presence on Airport Property will be considered to be loitering. Loitering is strictly prohibited on or about any area or facility at the Airport.

Section 1.19 Carriage of Firearms

No person, except authorized peace officers, Post Office, and Customs employees, or members of the armed forces of the United States on official duty shall carry any firearms or explosives at the Airport without the Airport Manager’s permission and the appropriate license(s). All persons other than those in the excepted classes shall, while at the Airport, surrender all such objects in their possession to VNY Airport Police.

Section 1.20 Armed Guards and Guard Dogs

Armed guards are not permitted on the AOA unless specific approval has been obtained from the Airport Manager except for Law Enforcement personnel.

a) Guard dogs may be permitted in leasehold areas with the approval of the Airport Manager.

Section 1.21 Lost and Found Articles

Lost and found articles shall be reported and/or delivered to VNY Airport Police.

Section 1.22 Litter and Refuse

No person shall place, discharge or deposit in any manner, paper, trash, rubbish, or other refuse anywhere on the Airport, except in receptacles and other places prescribed by the Airport Manager. Receptacles shall be covered and suitable to contain contents.

Section 1.23 Dogs and Other Animals

All dogs and other animals shall be restrained with a leash or other acceptable manner and must be under the control of their owner at all times.

Section 1.24 Smoking

Air Operations Areas: No person shall smoke or carry lighted cigars, cigarettes, electronic cigarettes, pipes, matches, or any type of covered or uncovered flames near any fuel storage area, movement area, passenger or cargo ramp and ramp area, aircraft parking areas or in any other place where smoking is specifically prohibited by signs.

a) Workplace: It is unlawful to smoke inside any enclosed area of a structure situated at VNY or any structure leased by the City.

Section 1.25 Advertisements

No person shall post, distribute, or display signs, circulars, printed or written matter of an advertising nature at the Airport without the written approval of the Airport Manager in such manner as may be prescribed.

Section 1.26 Airport Signs

Placement of signs on the Airport shall follow the VNY Tenant Improvement Approval Process (TIAP). Further information may be found at:

http://www.lawa.org/welcome_LAWA.aspx?id=4162

Section 1.27 Tenant Conduct Regarding Unauthorized Activities

No tenant, tenant employee, or any other employee authorized to perform any function on the Airport, shall in any way assist any person to engage in any activity on the Airport that is prohibited herein or is not specifically authorized by a tenant’s lease or the Airport Manager or his or her designee in writing.

Section 1.28 Tenant Construction Requirements

All tenant construction projects at the Airport must be approved through the LAWA TIAP and must conform to the requirements contained in the tenant’s City Lease Agreement, Section 2 – Improvements and Alterations. Further information and requirements may be found at:

http://www.lawa.org/welcome_LAWA.aspx?id=4162.

Section 1.29 Airport Construction and Obstruction Control

No person shall:

a) Construct, modify or alter any structure without approval from LAWA.

b) Erect any sign, post, or pole without approval from LAWA.

c) Alter, change color, design or décor of existing Airport improvements.

d) Operate, park, store any equipment, vehicles, supplies, or materials contrary to the provisions contained within their lease.

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e) Create any mounds of dirt or debris without approval from LAWA.

f) Cause or create any physical object that penetrates the operational airspace or imaginary surfaces as described in FAR Part 77 Obstructions to Navigable Airspace.

g) Conduct work on Airport premises without first obtaining written permission through LAWA’s TIAP and without strict compliance and adherence to the safety specifications and directions contained within given permission.

FAA Approval

a) No construction or alterations that may affect navigable airspace, may take place on Airport property unless a Notice of Proposed Construction or Alteration (FAA Form 7460-1) has been filed with the FAA, and an FAA Final Determination approving the construction or alteration has been issued. Further information may be found at:

https://oeaaa.faa.gov/oeaaa/external/portal.jsp.

Section 1.30 Damage to Airport Property

No person shall destroy or cause to be destroyed, injure, damage, deface, or disturb in any way, property of any nature located on the Airport, or willfully abandon any personal property on the Airport. Any person causing or responsible for such injury, destruction, damage, or disturbance shall report such damage immediately to VNY Airport Police and, upon demand by the Airport Manager, shall reimburse the Airport for the full amount of the damage. Any person causing or failing to report and/or reimburse the Airport for injury, destruction, damage, or disturbance of Airport property, may be refused the use of any facility until and unless the report and/or reimbursement has been made.

Section 1.31 UAV’s, Radio Control Aircraft, Blimp Operations, and Banner Towing

Operation of Unmanned Aerial Vehicles (UAV) of any kind, radio-controlled aircraft, blimp operations and banner towing operations are strictly prohibited.

Section 1.32 Storage of Motor Homes, Boats and other Non-Aeronautical Items

Motor homes, boats, and recreational vehicles shall not be stored anywhere on the Airport (inside the AOA) without the consent of the Airport Manager.

Section 1.33 Bicycles, Skateboards, Roller Blades and other Non-Motorized Transportation

The operator of any bicycle or other non-motorized vehicle shall remain on a tenant’s leasehold and must follow the tenant’s operating procedures. Bicycles https://oeaaa.faa.gov/oeaaa/external/portal.jsp and other non-motorized vehicles are not authorized on the Vehicle Service Roads or any LAWA controlled facility without the approval of the Airport Manager.

SECTION II: AIRCRAFT OPERATING REQUIREMENTS

Section 2.1 Operation of Aircraft

All persons shall operate, navigate, land, service, maintain and repair aircraft in compliance with all FAA, NTSB, and State Department of Aeronautics Rules and Regulations, in addition to the rules and regulations contained herein.

a) No person shall interfere or tamper with any aircraft at the Airport, or start the engine of such aircraft without the owner’s consent; nor shall any employee of LAWA move or handle such aircraft, unless such action is necessary to maintain the safe and efficient operations of the Airport.

b) No person shall enter an aircraft without the consent of the owner or representative in-charge.

c) Passenger Service Operations: Scheduled commercial service operations are prohibited at VNY.

Section 2.2 Disabled Aircraft

Any owner, lessee, operator or other person having the control, or the right of control of any disabled aircraft on the Airport shall be responsible for the prompt removal and disposal thereof, including any and all parts thereof. This requirement is subject, however, to any requirements or direction by the NTSB, the FAA, or the Airport Manager that such removal or disposal be delayed pending an investigation of an Accident/Incident.

a) Any owner, lessee, operator or other person having control, or the right of control, of any aircraft does, by use of the Airport, agree and consent, notwithstanding any provision in any agreement, lease, permit or other instrument to the contrary, that the Airport Manager may take any and all necessary action to effect the prompt removal or disposal of disabled aircraft that obstructs any part of the Airport utilized for aircraft operations.

b) Individuals further agree and consent, through use of the Airport, that any costs incurred by or on behalf of the Airport for any such removal or disposal of any aircraft shall be paid to the City. In addition, any claim for compensation against the City, the BOAC, and any of their officers, agents or employees, for any and all loss or damage sustained to any such disabled aircraft, or any part thereof, by reason of any such removal or disposal is waived. The owner, lessee, operator or other person having control, or the right of control, of said aircraft shall indemnify, hold harmless and defend the City, the BOAC, and all of their officers, agents and employees, against any and all liability for injury to or the death of any person, or for any damage to any property arising out of such removal or disposal of the aircraft or any part thereof.

Section 2.3 Engine Start and Run-Up

No aircraft engine shall be started or run unless a licensed pilot or certified mechanic is attending the aircraft controls. Wheel blocks or other suitable means of securing the wheels of an aircraft to prevent movement shall always be placed in front of the main landing wheels before starting the engine(s), unless the aircraft is held in position by functioning, locking brakes.

a) The Airport Manager, or an authorized representative, reserves the right to inspect the certificate or license of any individual attending aircraft controls.

b) All aircraft shall be started in locations designated by the Airport Manager.

The only designated area for above-idle or high powered aircraft run-ups is the run-up area, located north of Taxiway C and Taxiway A.

c) Aircraft operators are required to conduct all maintenance run-ups in compliance with the VNY Noise Abatement and Curfew Regulation (Los Angeles City Ordinance #155,727 as amended).

i. The run-up of aircraft engines for maintenance or test purposes is prohibited between the hours of 7:00 pm and 7:00 am. Any Operator who violates this regulation will be subject to the fines and other enforcement actions authorized in Section 7 “Enforcement and Penalties” of this City Ordinance.

d) All aircraft, regardless of type, must contact Airport Operations prior to proceeding to the run-up area. Airport Operations Personnel will assign a specific position in the run-up area to all aircraft conducting maintenance run-ups.

e) Run-ups, other than approved maintenance (i.e. leak checks) of aircraft engines shall not be performed on the ramp, cargo and public parking areas.

f) Running an aircraft engine is prohibited unless reasonably necessary for the maintenance, testing, or repair of such engine and/or required for the movement or flight operation of the aircraft.

g) The starting or operation of aircraft engines inside any hangar is prohibited.

h) Aircraft engine exhaust, blast, and/or propeller/rotor wash shall not be directed in such a manner as to cause injury, damage, or hazard to any person, structure, or property or jeopardize the safety of the above person, structure or property in any way. The engine or engines shall be shut down if it is not possible to fulfill the requirements of this section.

i) It is recommended that all aircraft with engines capable of producing more than 14,750 lbs. of thrust be pushed back or towed onto the taxiway prior to engine start. If the auxiliary power unit is inoperative, it is recommended that one engine be started on the leasehold and that adequately trained personnel ensure that personnel and property near the aircraft are secured from jet blast. Approval for cross-bleed engine starts shall be obtained from Airport Operations.

i. Such aircraft that taxi from a tenant/leasehold facility without first being pushed or towed onto a taxiway must ensure that the resulting jet blast is pointed away from the Vehicle Service Road and/or facilities not under control of the tenant/leaseholder authorizing the operation.

j) Aircraft engines shall not be operated during refueling or defueling operations. Aircraft engines shall not be operated during a fuel spill unless otherwise approved by the LAFD.

k) Certain types of maintenance activity (i.e., leak checks) that may be accomplished at idle power only and in less than 3 minutes duration, may be performed on the leasehold provided prior permission is granted by

l) All propeller aircraft preflight run-ups shall be conducted on a taxiway while holding short of the runway prior to takeoff and in a position that minimizes propeller wash directed at the service road.

m) Engine run-ups are to be conducted for the minimum duration necessary to accomplish the necessary maintenance or preflight check.

Section 2.4 Aircraft Taxiing/Tow

No person shall taxi any aircraft on the Airport who is not a pilot or mechanic licensed by the FAA or other agency.

a) Individuals must be in possession of an MVOP with an ASMP endorsement when towing aircraft on the movement areas unless under escort from

b) All aircraft tow operations that require crossing a runway shall be escorted by Airport Operations (regardless of whether the runway is active or the ATCT is in operation).

c) Whenever any aircraft is being taxied, towed, or otherwise moved on the movement areas of the Airport during the hours that the VNY ATCT is in operation, the individual attending the controls of the aircraft, tug or vehicle shall monitor the designated ATCT frequency. In the event of radio equipment failure, the ATCT may utilize an Aldis Lamp (light gun) for communication, or dispatch an Airport Operations representative to provide an escort.

d) Aircraft shall not be taxied, towed, or otherwise moved on any part of the movement areas of the Airport during the hours that the VNY ATCT is in operation, unless an ATC clearance is provided.

e) Whenever an aircraft is being taxied, towed or otherwise moved on the movement areas of the Airport during the hours the VNY ATCT is not in operation, the individual attending the controls of the aircraft, tug or vehicle shall announce their position and intentions on CTAF, currently 119.30 MHz, as prescribed in Section 4-1-9 of the Aeronautical Information Manual

(AIM).

f) No aircraft may be taxied, towed, or otherwise moved on any area not approved for aircraft operations, unless specifically cleared to do so by the ATCT and directed by Airport Operations.

g) All personnel taxiing or moving aircraft on movement areas shall be thoroughly familiar with the locations of all taxiways and runways. It is the tenant's responsibility to ensure that all personnel have been properly trained and given an orientation program of all aircraft movement areas.

h) No aircraft may be taxied, towed, or otherwise moved on the Airport in a careless or negligent manner, in disregard of the rights and/or safety of others, without due caution, or at a speed or in a manner that endangers persons or property.

i) No aircraft shall be taxied, towed or otherwise moved on any Airport surface except upon designated taxiways and ramps. No aircraft may be taxied, towed or otherwise moved without first visually checking that it is safe to proceed without danger of collision with persons or property.

j) No aircraft may be moved or towed on the Airport except by a vehicle of a type specifically designed, recommended or approved for the aircraft being towed.

k) Taxilane A2 shall be used for eastbound taxiing only.

l) Taxilane A3 shall be used for westbound taxiing only.

Section 2.5 Aircraft Parking

Aircraft parking on unleased Airport property requires the permission of the Airport Manager.

a) No person shall maneuver, park or leave an aircraft standing on a ramp area in such a way that any portion of the aircraft protrudes beyond the ramp or Red Lines, unless previously authorized by Airport Operations.

b) When instructed by the Airport Manager, or an authorized representative, the operator of any aircraft parked or stored at the Airport shall move the aircraft from the place where it is parked or stored.

c) The owner/operator will be liable for any damage that may result from the movement of an aircraft if the owner/operator refuses to comply with the directions of the Airport Manager.

Section 2.6 Aircraft Lighting During Low Visibility Periods

All aircraft being taxied, towed or otherwise moved on the AOA, excluding leased areas, during the hours between sunset and sunrise and during periods of low visibility shall proceed with illuminated position lights, unless escorted by Airport Operations.

Section 2.7 Aircraft Repair and Maintenance

All aircraft maintenance shall be conducted on designated leaseholds or in areas otherwise designated for this purpose.

a) All operational testing of Emergency Locator Transmitters (ELT’s) shall be conducted in accordance with the Aeronautical Information Manual (AIM) Section 6-2-5 (3b). Should it be necessary to conduct a test of an ELT at any time other than within the first 5 minutes after any hour, prior permission is required from Airport Operations.

Section 2.8 Aircraft Washing

Wet washing of aircraft is prohibited at the Airport, except upon designated washing areas that contain a currently permitted clarifier or oil/water separator to collect any resulting runoff.

a) Dry washing and polishing of aircraft is permitted provided the ramp remains clean and free of debris.

b) All non-storm water discharge to the storm drains is strictly prohibited. All wet-washing shall be conducted in accordance with the Best Management Practices (BMP’s) of the Storm Water Pollution Prevention Plan. Further information may be found by contacting the Environmental and Land Use Planning Division or at:

http://www.lawa.org/uploadedFiles/environmental/pdf/SWPPP%20VNY.pdf

Section 2.9 Aircraft Painting

Any paint operations at the Airport shall comply with all applicable Federal and State environmental regulations and any City related ordinances and regulations. The Airport Manager shall have the right to terminate any painting operations that interfere with Airport operations or otherwise disrupt normal operations of any other tenant or operator at the Airport.

Section 2.10 Aircraft Security

Aircraft are to be secured at all times when not in use through the use of door locks, throttle locks, prop locks or other related aviation approved locking device.

Section 2.11 Use of Unsafe Areas

No aircraft shall use any part of the airfield, ramp, taxiway, runway or other areas considered temporarily unsafe for landing, takeoff or use in any other way.

a) The boundaries of such areas will be marked with delineators by day and/or red lights during periods of darkness or low visibility. An appropriate NOTAM will be issued when applicable.

Section 2.12 Passenger Enplaning and Deplaning

All aircraft shall be loaded or unloaded and passengers enplaned or deplaned in designated ramp areas, unless prior authorization has been granted by the Airport Manager or an authorized representative.

a) Pedestrian traffic is prohibited from entering or crossing any Movement Area of the Airport at any time unless approved and escorted by Airport Operations Personnel.

b) FBO’s are responsible for all persons on their leasehold and shall station personnel to assist and direct passengers during enplaning and deplaning.

c) Enplaning or deplaning of passengers on the ramp when aircraft engines are operating is strictly prohibited.

Section 2.13 Helicopter Operations

Rotary wing aircraft arriving and departing the Airport shall operate under the direction of the ATCT at all times while the ATCT is in operation and while within limits of VNY Class D Airspace.

a) No helicopter may land or takeoff from the Airport while the VNY ATCT is in operation unless it is equipped with a functioning VHF radio and the pilot establishes and maintains two-way radio communications with the ATCT.

b) Rotary wing aircraft arriving and departing the Airport during the hours the VNY ATCT is not in operation, shall announce their position and intentions on CTAF, 119.30 MHz, as prescribed in Section 4-1-9 of the Aeronautical Information Manual (AIM).

c) Unless safety, ATCT or FAR’s dictate otherwise, all rotary wing aircraft shall strictly follow the designated helicopter arrival and departure routes while within the VNY Class D/E airspace. Further information on the preferred helicopter routes may be found at:

http://www.lawa.org/uploadedFiles/VNY/pdf/VNY%20Routh%20map%2011 10.pdf

d) Repetitive operations, pattern work and helicopter flight training of any kind are not permitted within the Airport traffic area or on the Airport without prior written permission from the Airport Manager.

e) Helicopters shall have braking devices and/or rotor-mooring tie-downs applied to the rotor blades when parked.

f) No helicopter shall be left running unless a licensed helicopter pilot or a certificated mechanic is at the controls.

g) Refueling or defueling of helicopters while the aircraft engine(s) are running and/or rotors are turning is prohibited.

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h) Departures shall climb to 1,300-feet Mean Sea Level prior to departing Airport property.

i) Arrivals shall maintain 1,300-feet Mean Sea Level until reaching Airport property.

j) Runway crossings shall be made midfield at an altitude stipulated by the

ATCT.

k) Except for crossings, helicopter operations are prohibited over Vehicle Service Roads.

Section 2.14 Air Traffic Rules

All aircraft utilizing the Airport must comply with Air Traffic Control instructions in addition to the following requirements:

a) Motorless aircraft are prohibited from landing or taking off at the airport.

b) No ultralight aircraft shall land or takeoff from the Airport.

c) Formation arrivals and departures are prohibited at the Airport without prior approval from the Airport Manager.

d) Jet-assisted or any other type of assisted takeoffs shall not be made at the Airport without first obtaining permission of the Airport Manager and notifying the ATCT in advance.

e) No person shall arrive on or depart from any runway during the time the runway is closed or unavailable for use to operations by order of the Airport Manager or their authorized representative, except in cases of emergency.

Such person will make every reasonable attempt to notify…