Civil Aviation Act, 2009 (Act No. 13 of 2009)

Regulations

Civil Aviation Regulations, 2011

Part 139 : Aerodromes and Heliports

Subpart 4 : Approval and Operation of Helistops

139.04.11 General duties of holder of helistop approval

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(1)The holder of helistop approval shall ensure that –
(a)the helistop is maintained in a serviceable condition;
(b)the helistop is kept free of unauthorized persons, vehicles or animals, in compliance with the Civil Aviation Act and these Regulations;
(c)all obstructions are marked as prescribed in Document SA-CATS
(d)the Director is notified of any alterations to or obstructions or workings on the helistop;
(e)a Wind Direction Indicator to show the surface direction of the wind, is installed and functions satisfactorily;
(f)the markings as prescribed in Document SA-CATS, are maintained in a conspicuous condition, readily visible to helicopters in the air or on the ground;
(g)the Director is informed whenever the helistop becomes unserviceable through any cause or whenever any portion of the surface of the touch-down area deteriorates to such an extent that the safety of a helicopter may thereby be endangered;
(h)such reports on the condition of the helistop as may be required from time to time, are submitted to the Director.