TOCUMWAL AERODROME MANUAL - Berrigan Shire
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FOREWORD
Tocumwal Aerodrome is owned and operated by the Berrigan Shire Council. The Council is responsible for operating the aerodrome in accordance with the arrangements outlined in this Aerodrome Manual, and in accordance with Council’s Integrated Management System. The Aerodrome Manager is appointed by the Berrigan Shire Council.
This manual has been produced to meet the requirements of the Civil Aviation Regulations for a registered aerodrome.
In addition to this manual, Council has documented procedures which address Quality, Environmental, and Work Health and Safety issues within all workplaces under Council control. This integrated holistic approach ensures all workplaces are addressed and considered under the same framework. Strategies for meeting Council’s requirements include but are not limited to:
Council adopted policies;
Workplace inspections;
Consultation with staff and user groups;
Staff development;
Reporting and monitoring of issues raised;
Incident investigation;
Development of key objectives and strategic planning.
The IMS Manual is a comprehensive document which can be provided upon request, or accessed on Council’s intranet.
The Aerodrome Manual is an operational document subject to review and amendment to meet changes that may occur with facilities at the aerodrome or personnel associated with the aerodrome.
CASA requirements may also vary with time which may also require amendment.
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The following chart represents the functions performed by the Berrigan Shire Council in the execution of its responsibilities outlined in the Tocumwal Aerodrome Manual.
The Aerodrome Manager has overall responsibility for ensuring that the airport complies with the CASA standards.
BERRIGAN SHIRE
COUNCIL
Aerodrome Manager
Electrical Contractors
Reporting Officers
Airport Lighting
Reporting Faults
Council & General
Contractors
Airport Security
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CONTENTS
DISTRIBUTION OF THE TOCUMWAL AERODROME MANUAL................................................ 6 DISTRIBUTION LIST OF AERODROME GATE KEYS .................................................................. 8 RECORD OF AMENDMENTS ................................................................................................... 9 COMPREHENSIVE AERODROME CONTACT LIST .................................................................... 10 INTRODUCTION ..................................................................................................................... 14 PART 1 - PARTICULARS OF THE AERODROME SITE ............................................................... 15 PART 2 - PARTICULARS OF THE AERODROME OPERATING PROCEDURES ............................ 16
2.1 Aerodrome Emergency Plan .......................................................................... 16 2.2 Aerodrome Lighting ....................................................................................... 16 2.3 Aerodrome Reporting .................................................................................... 23 2.4 Access to Aerodrome ..................................................................................... 25 2.5 Aerodrome Inspection by Aerodrome Operator ........................................... 26 2.5.1 Aerodrome Technical Inspections ................................................................. 28 2.6 Aerodrome Works Safety ............................................................................... 29 2.7 Aircraft Parking Control ................................................................................. 38 2.8 Airside Vehicle Control................................................................................... 39 2.9 Bird and Animal Hazard Management ........................................................... 41 2.10 Obstacle Control ............................................................................................ 42 2.11 Disabled Aircraft Removal ............................................................................. 45 2.12 Handling of Hazardous Materials .................................................................. 47
PART 3 - PARTICULARS OF THE AERODROME THAT ARE REQUIRED FOR NOTIFICATION IN AIP ............................................................................................ 47
Aerodrome General Information: ................................................................................. 47 Runway Information: ................................................................................................... 47 Visual Aid System Information: .................................................................................... 48 Local Information ......................................................................................................... 48
ATTACHMENTS
1 – Not Included refer DISPLAN 2 – Not Included refer DISPLAN 3 – Berrigan Shire Tocumwal Aerodrome Emergency Plan (AEP) 4 – Not Included refer DISPLAN 5 – Tocumwal Explosives Reserve (Orica) Plan
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DISTRIBUTION OF THE TOCUMWAL AERODROME MANUAL
Number Organisation Contact details for amendments
1 Civil Aviation Safety Authority Australia
Matthew Windebank
District Aerodrome Inspector Level 32, 35 Collins Street
MELBOURNE VIC 3000 Phone: 131 757 Option 5 for switchboard Email: [email protected]
2 Berrigan Shire Council
56 Chanter Street
BERRIGAN NSW 2712 Phone: 03 5888 5100
Fax: 03 5885 2092
3 Aerodrome Manager
Matthew Clarke
56 Chanter Street BERRIGAN NSW 2712 Phone: 03 5888 5100 Mobile: 0408 167 885
Fax: 03 5885 2092
4 Tocumwal Aviation Services
Tim Becroft
PO Box 87 TOCUMWAL NSW 2714
Phone: BH 03 5874 2478 AH 03 5874 2192
5 Berrigan Shire Council
Aerodrome Reporting Officers
Fred Exton
Gary George
Darron Fruend
Eddie Madden
6 Sports Aviation Eddie Madden
Babingtons Road TOCUMWAL NSW 2714
Phone: 03 5874 2734 BH Mobile: 0427 534 122
7 Southern Riverina Gliding Club
Judy Renner
PO Box 32 TOCUMWAL NSW 2714
8 Murray Border Flying Club
Sandy Massina
“Springside” South Coree Road FINLEY NSW 2713
[email protected] Mobile: 0409 136 332
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DISTRIBUTION LIST OF AERODROME GATE KEYS
Date Contact Company Address Keys held
As of 11-07-19 Dean Loats Berrigan Shire
Council 5.14
As of 11-07-19 Andrew Frazer Berrigan Shire
Council 5.14
As of 11-07-19 Darron Fruend Berrigan Shire
Council 8.2/28.1/5.14
As of 1-07-19 Nick Kelly Berrigan Shire
Council Tocumwal
Town Maint 28.1/15.14
6-3-2003 Tocumwal Station NSW Police Tocumwal 5.14
6-3-2003 Finley Station NSW Ambulance Finley 5.14
As of 11-07-19 Note: A 5.14 key is attached to gate post for Ambulance emergency use
4-8-2014 Rural Fire Service Tocumwal 5.14
4-8-2014 Ian Desailly
- Captain
NSW Fire & Rescue
Tocumwal 5.14
23-12-2013 Eddie Madden Reporting Officer Tocumwal 8.2/5.14
23-12-2013 Mark Fraser Murray Border
Flying Club Tocumwal 8.1/8.2
23-12-2013 Rob Hendy Murray Border
Flying Club Tocumwal 8.1/8.2
23-12-2013 Sandy Massina Murray Border
Flying Club Finley 8.1/8.2/5.14
As of 11-07-19 Tim Becroft Tocumwal
Aviation Services Tocumwal 5.14
As of 11-07-19 Ian Wastle Ian Wastle Pace Electrics Pty Ltd
Tocumwal 8.2
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RECORD OF AMENDMENTS
Number Date Pages Entered by Signature
Initial Issue 15-8-2003 All
1 4-9-2007 GMPA
2 1-9-2009 All Aerodrome
Manager
3 14-1-2010 All GMPA
4 11-12-2012 All GMPA
5 July 2014 All GMPA
6 Jun 2015 All DTS
7 June 2019 All GMPA
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COMPREHENSIVE AERODROME CONTACT LIST
Tocumwal Aerodrome
(Terminal building) Phone: 03 5874 2856
1 Aerodrome Manager
Matthew Clarke
Director Technical Services
Berrigan Shire Council
Phone: 03 5888 5100
Mobile: 0408 167 885
Fax: 03 5885 2092
Email: [email protected]
2 Aerodrome Electrical
Technical Inspector
(Airways Engineering Services -
Jeff Gribble)
Phone: 03 9735 4271
Mobile: 0409 930 798
3 Electrical Contractor
Ian Wastle Pace Electrics Pty Ltd Mobile: 0428 975 641
4 Reporting Officers
Eddie Madden
Mobile: 0427 534 122
Email: [email protected]
Fred Exton
Phone: 03 5888 5100
Mobile: 0417 885 152
Fax: 03 5885 2092
Gary George
Phone: 03 5888 5100
Mobile: 0408 233 922
Darron Fruend
Phone: 03 5888 5100
Mobile: 0407 069 764
5 Air Services Australia
Australian NOTAM Office
(Notice to Airman NOF)
GPO Box 367
CANBERRA ACT 2601
Phone: 02 6268 5063
24hr service
Email [email protected]
Aeronautical Information & Data
Systems Section
Documents Manager for updating ERSA
Phone: 02 6268 4434
02 6268 5667
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6 Civil Aviation Safety Authority
(CASA) (Melbourne)
Aerodrome Inspector
Matt Windebank
Phone: 131 757 Option 5 for switchboard
Email: [email protected]
7 Police
Tocumwal Station
Phone: 03 5874 9399
Fax: 03 5874 9311
Finley Station
Phone: 03 5883 1044
Fax: 03 5883 1614
8 State Emergency Services (S.E.S.)
Tocumwal - Rescue Shed
24 hour contact
- (Justin Greatorex)
Phone: 03 5874 2102
Mob: 0413 631 045
9
Volunteer Rescue Association
(V.R.A.) Tocumwal
Phone: 03 5874 2400 (Emergencies.)
Phone: 03 5874 2102 (HQ)
10 Tocumwal Hospital Phone: 03 5874 2166
11 Ambulance
Control Centre
Berrigan
Finley
Phone: 131 233 (Bookings)
Phone: 03 5885 2006
Phone: 03 5883 1423
12 Rural Fire Service
Fire Control Officer
(Patrick Westwood)
Mob: 0428 691 625
13 NSW Fire and Rescue Phone: 03 5874 2406
Captain – Ian Desailly
14 Tocumwal Aerodrome Operators
User Group Email
Adrian Hearn [email protected]
Andrew Mitchell [email protected]
[email protected] [email protected]
Bill Armstrong [email protected]
Bill Reid [email protected]
Bob Brown [email protected]
Bracey Cooke [email protected]
Chris Ashdowne [email protected]
David Simpson [email protected]
Dick Gower [email protected]
Eddie Madden [email protected] 03 5874 2734
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Field Air [email protected] 03 5883 3200 0417 463 083
Geoff Tait [email protected]
George Schuit [email protected]
Grant Piper [email protected]
John Williams [email protected]
Judy Renner [email protected]
Lee Gordon-Brown [email protected]
Mark Fraser [email protected]
Mark Patterson [email protected]
Matt Henderson [email protected]
Matthew Loffler [email protected]
Mike Dalton [email protected]
[email protected] [email protected]
Owen Peake [email protected]
Peter Corkery [email protected] 03 5874 2255
Roger & Belinda Buchanan [email protected]
Roger Miller [email protected]
Sandy Massina [email protected]
Steven Duncan [email protected]
Tim & Jenny Becroft [email protected] 03 5874 2478
Tom Bullas [email protected]
15 Australian Transport Safety
Bureau (ATSB) Phone: 1800 011 034
16 Fuelling Agent (Aero Refuellers) Mobile: 0413 003 808
Tel/Fax: 03 5962 4440 Mobile: 0409 230 650
17 Airport Survey Consultants Phone: 03 9735 4271
(Paul Fitzgerald) Fax: 03 9735 0271
Mobile: 0409 930 798
18 Airways Engineering Services
PALC lighting (Jeff Gribble)
Phone: 0409 930 798
19 24/7 – Vodafone Network
Management Centre
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TOCUMWAL AERODROME
EMERGENCY PLAN for
AERODROME OPERATORS
In the event of an emergency/accident occurring at Tocumwal Aerodrome please follow these instructions:-
CALL EMERGENCY SERVICES
000 AND REPORT ACCIDENT/INCIDENT DETAILS
CALL AUSTRALIAN NOTAM OFFICE (Brisbane)
02 6268 5063 ADVISE AERODROME CLOSED DUE TO ACCIDENT
COPY OF NOTAM TO BE SENT TO AERODROME MANAGER EMAIL: [email protected]
CALL AERODROME MANAGER/REPORTING OFFICERS
03 5888 5100
*** 0417 885 152 ***
Provide what assistance you are able without endangering life until emergency services arrive. Aircraft emergencies that will allow the aircraft to remain airborne until emergency services are in place are to be requested to do so, e.g. undercarriage problems.
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INTRODUCTION
Tocumwal Aerodrome is owned and operated by Berrigan Shire Council. The Council is responsible for operating the aerodrome in accordance with the arrangements outlined in this Aerodrome Manual. The Aerodrome Manager is appointed by the Berrigan Shire Council.
This manual has been produced to meet the requirements of the Civil Aviation Regulations for a registered aerodrome from CASR Schedule 10.
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While the Civil Aviation Safety Regulations do not require an aerodrome manual be prepared for registered aerodromes such as Tocumwal it is recommended that a manual be prepared in order to keep all relevant aerodrome information and documentation in one volume.
Berrigan Shire Council as the aerodrome operator for Tocumwal Aerodrome have prepared this manual to assist in the effective management and operation of the aerodrome.
PART 1 PARTICULARS OF THE AERODROME SITE
The Tocumwal Aerodrome is situated at 205 Burma Road, Tocumwal LOT 51 DP1246486) and is owned freehold by the Berrigan Shire Council.
A plan of the aerodrome (Drawing No. 545-2015) is attached showing:
The main aerodrome facilities
Wind direction indicators
Distance and location in relation to Tocumwal township
Particulars of title of the aerodrome site
Access gates for the aerodrome
Restricted areas for vehicular access
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PART 2 PARTICULARS OF THE AERODROME OPERATING PROCEDURES
2.1 Aerodrome Emergency Plan
The Tocumwal Aerodrome is not a certified aerodrome and is therefore not required to meet CASA requirements for emergency management. However, Berrigan Shire Council has in place Emergency Management Plans for all workplaces and public facilities under its control. The Tocumwal Aerodrome Emergency Plan has been developed in conjunction with Council’s Emergency Planning Committee the Local Emergency Management Committee and the Aerodrome Manager to address all identified emergencies and appropriate responses in line with AS3745 2010, “Planning for emergencies in facilities” as well as requirements under CASA MOS PART 139 AERODROMES SECTION 10.7.1.1
A copy of the Aerodrome Emergency Plan is included in the Appendices of this Manual.
2.2 Aerodrome Lighting
The lighting system at Tocumwal Aerodrome consists of the following elements: - Low intensity RWY lights - RWY 09/27, blue taxiway edge lights, apron flood light, PIWDI, SIWDI, yellow holding point lights. Red flashing obstacle light on tower west of aerodrome.
A Pilot Activated Lighting system (on frequency 125.5 kHz) is provided on runway 09/27.
Runway and taxiway lighting to be checked weekly by the Reporting Officer as an additional item to the normal thrice a week aerodrome inspection. Any minor failures, such as failed lamps or broken lenses will be promptly repaired by the Reporting Officer.
Runway lights will be checked for level and brightness from the air at least once every 6 months.
A record of each inspection will be made on the Runway and Taxiway Lighting and Control Equipment Inspection Checklist, filed in the onsite Reporting Officers log book and a copy forwarded to the Council Office for filing in the duplicate log book.
Any urgent electrical failures will be notified by the Reporting Officer to the Aerodrome Manager and, if appropriate, to the NOTAM office. Repairs will be undertaken by a Licensed Electrician on the order of the Aerodrome Manager.
Every 5 years a full check of the electrical system and AFRU - PAALC will be carried out by suitably qualified personnel as set out on the Electrical Maintenance Schedule for Runway and Taxiway Lighting and Control Equipment.
Normal maintenance will be undertaken during the weekly inspections and any minor failures discovered will be promptly repaired.
The aerodrome is not provided with a stand-by generator power.
There are no portable runway lights at Tocumwal Aerodrome.
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Tocumwal Aerodrome Runway and Taxiway Lighting and Control Equipment Inspection Checklist
1 - RUNWAY, TAXIWAY AND ASSOCIATED LIGHTS
Performance Inspection By Reporting Officer Weekly
Carry out checks as follows: Switch on PAL with radio and observe that runway, taxiway, apron, the illuminated wind indicators and apron floodlighting are working.
Check that the lights remain on for at least 30 minutes. The primary illuminated wind indicator lights are to flash at least 10 minutes before the lights turn off. (Indicator lights should not start flashing until after at least 20 minutes) Any failures beyond the repair expertise of the Reporting Officer, is reported to the Aerodrome Manager for action.
PAL operating correctly as stated above Yes No
Aerodrome Lighting Cubicle secure Yes No
Is the photo electric switch intact? Yes No
Visual check of all aerodrome lighting and repair any lights not working:
Comment
Runway side lights White Runway threshold lights Green
Runway end lights Red
Taxiway lights Blue
Taxiway holding point lights Yellow Apron floodlights IWI’s down lights
Faults repaired by ARO
Unable to effect repairs and following action taken? NOTAM issued Yes No
Electrical Contractor (Ian Wastle Pace Electrics 0428 975 641)
Comments:
Aerodrome Reporting Officer Signature:
Inspection date:
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Tocumwal Aerodrome Electrical Maintenance Schedule for Runway and Taxiway Lighting and Control Equipment
Technical Inspection and Maintenance Schedule Every 5 Years
The bulk of this inspection is done by the Technical Inspector. The Aerodrome Reporting Officer can perform tasks such as painting and general maintenance as required at this particular time.
Technical Inspector
When carrying out inspections of any light fitting, the following must be observed:
Gaskets on light fittings – check for deterioration
Terminations and wiring – observe condition
Contacts – inspect for signs of burning or pitting
Breakable couplings – inspect for corrosion
Runway, Taxiway, Apron, and Control Lighting Cubicle:
Has the cubicle been affected by weather? Yes No
Is the cubicle able to be securely locked? Yes No
Controls (refer cubicle handbook)
Does switch S1 turn on the lighting with the photo-electric (PE) cell exposed to daylight conditions?
- Return S1 to OFF position. Cover the PE cell Yes No
Does switch S1 turn on the lighting when the photo-electric cell is covered? (Night simulation)
- Return S1 to OFF position - To turn airport lighting OFF, set clock TD to zero, then
back to 30 mins
Yes No
Are the contactors operating correctly? Yes No
Are there signs of burning or pitting? Yes No
Does switch S5 turn on the airfield lighting when switched to PE Cell position? (With the PE Cell covered)
- Return to ‘MAN’ position Yes No
With airfield lighting off, remove fuse 10. (PAALC supply) Does the airfield lighting circuit now energise?
- Replace fuse 10. To turn off airfield lighting, remove PAALC module VIF and push the SET button. Replace VIF module
Yes No
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AFRU - PAALC System Serviceability Checks
(Refer to AFRU - PAALC Handbook and carry out serviceability test to ensure system is operating correctly.)
Earthing System Parts
Is the earth electrode exposed to the weather? Yes No
Is the main earth conductor connection okay? Yes No
Is the main earth conductor securely connected to the switchboard Earth bar?
Yes No
Field Circuits
Runway/Taxiway circuit insulation - measure insulation resistance of cables and circuits including isolating transformers and light fittings. The minimum allowable resistance is calculated using the formula: 1 MegOhm divided by the number of lights in the circuit;
Runway/Taxiway circuit; Measured reading = Calculated reading = 1,000,000/No. of fittings =
(If the measured reading is lower than the calculated reading, the circuit needs attention.)
Runway/Taxiway Light Fittings; Tick Items Checked
(Refer chart on following page)
Gaskets on light fittings – check for deterioration
Terminations and wiring – observe condition
Contacts – inspect for signs of burning or pitting
Breakable couplings – inspect for corrosion
Insulation resistance – secondary to primary
Apron Floodlighting:
Did the apron flood-light energise with the airfield lighting? Yes No
Measure insulation resistance of U/G cable. Record =
Gaskets on light fittings – check for deterioration.
Terminations and wiring – observe condition
Contacts – inspect for signs of burning or pitting
General – check condition of fittings, paintwork, etc.
Illuminated Wind Direction Indicator:
Did the IWDI energise with the airfield lighting? Yes No
Measure insulation resistance of U/G cable. Unplug lights at pole. Record =
Gaskets on light fittings – check for deterioration
Terminations and wiring – observe condition
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Contacts – inspect for signs of burning or pitting
General – check condition of fittings, paintwork, etc.
Runway/Taxiway Light Fittings;
Tests 1 – 4 are carried out with the field circuit disconnected, and one end of the circuit connected to the cubicle earth. An earth stake must be driven in near the fitting to check the earth resistance of the secondary to primary (at 500V).
Test 5 is carried out with the field circuit reconnected for a constant primary current, to check the performance of the series isolating transformers.
The transformers are 6.6/4 amp and the secondary current must be in the range of 3.9 to 4.1 amps (+/- 2.5%). Therefore if 6 amps is the selected primary current, the measured secondary current would be the same ratio (1.65/1) or 0.606 of the primary current – 3.64 amps. (Range 3.55A – 3.73A)
Transformers are numbered 1 – 52 starting on the left when entering the taxiway from the apron, and remaining on the left until returning to the light fitting opposite fitting one.
No. Gasket Cables Contacts Coupling Sec/Prim
Res. Pri. I = Sec I
Comments
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
11
12
13
14
15
16
17
18
19
20
21
22
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25
26
27
28
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30
31
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No. Gasket Cables Contacts Coupling Sec/Prim Res.
Pri. I = Sec I
Comments
32
33
34
35
36
37
38
39
40
41
42
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50
51
52
Comments overall:
Technical Inspector
Print Name:
Signed:
Date:
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TOCUMWAL AERODROME ELECTRICAL REPAIR LOG BOOK
Date Repairs, Modifications, Replacement or Adjustments made Signature
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2.3 Aerodrome Reporting
NOTAM is an acronym for "Notice to Airmen". The NOTAM is a legal document and the delegation to originate a NOTAM is restricted. A NOTAM is a notice issued by or with the authority of the Civil Aviation Safety Authority and containing information or instructions concerning the establishment, condition or change in any aeronautical facility, service, procedure or hazard, the timely knowledge of which is essential to persons concerned with flight operations.
The aerodrome information published in the Enroute Supplement is checked every issue. Any change to this information is advised to Airservices Australia and the CASA District Aerodrome Inspector. Any NOTAMS issued will be recorded in the Reporting Officer's log book.
The names and contact numbers of the aerodrome's Reporting Officers authorised to issue NOTAMS are advised to CASA and the NOTAM office whenever there is a change. Requests for the issue of NOTAMs are made by a nominated Reporting Officer to the Australian NOTAM Office Centre using the form attached. Changes to AIP information are reported to DAI, CASA as an amendment to Part 3 of the Manual.
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2.4 Access to Aerodrome The aerodrome boundary is protected by stock proof fencing, and "No Trespassing" signs are displayed at access points to the apron and at other appropriate places, deemed necessary by the Aerodrome Manager. The integrity of the fencing is checked during serviceability inspections carried out by the Reporting Officer. The perimeter road provides access to various locations within the aerodrome for drivers and vehicles that have been granted a permit to enter (see 2.8). The perimeter road is separated from most airside locations by an earthen bank. Warning signs are erected around the perimeter road to encourage drivers to stay within the permitted area. The aerodrome operator ensures all permit holders are instructed on the rules for driving airside and enforces compliance. Aerodrome fixed based operators who require access to the movement areas are required to provide a secure access that prevents unauthorised entry. They must display the approved Berrigan Shire Council “No Trespassing - Unauthorised Entry Prohibited by order of Aerodrome Manager” signs. All aerodrome signs are to be approved by the Aerodrome Manager. Aircraft operators are required to ensure that their aircraft is secured, and their passengers are controlled when on any part of the Tocumwal Aerodrome movement areas. Access to the airside of the aerodrome is controlled by the Reporting Officers under the authority of the Aerodrome Manager. For serious or repeated acts of trespassing, the Reporting Officer will seek Police assistance.
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2.5 Aerodrome Inspection by Aerodrome Operator
AERODROME SERVICEABILITY INSPECTION Aerodrome serviceability inspections are carried out by one of the nominated Reporting Officers three days of the week. In addition, inspections are carried out after severe weather conditions, such as heavy rainfall or gale force winds. A Reporting Officer is on-call 24 hours/day and will respond to any other incidents reported. Reporting Officers are equipped with mobile telephones and can contact the Australian NOTAM Office if required during an inspection. The inspection logbook is kept with the aerodrome Reporting Officer located at the aerodrome and a duplicate logbook is kept at the Berrigan Shire Offices. After the inspection the Reporting Officer is required to complete the checklist attached as Appendix “A” and write an entry in the logbook detailing any unserviceable condition, or other condition of concern, together with a note of the action taken. All repairs, modifications, replacement or adjustments that do not require the closure of a runway or aerodrome are to be recorded in the Minor Repair Log Book (Appendix “B”). Copies of any fax sent to the NOF detailing any aerodrome unserviceability, and or any memos sent to the Aerodrome Manager detailing operational items considered to require maintenance, are required to be filed with the logbook. The Reporting Officer is required to sign the logbook with the time and date of the inspection. Copies of all entries into the logbook and completed checklists are to be forwarded to the Aerodrome Manager for filing in the duplicate logbook kept at the Berrigan Shire Offices. Logbooks are kept for at least 2 years. Any defects identified shall be rectified by the Reporting Officer if possible or reported to the Aerodrome Manager to arrange for repair.
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Appendix “B” TOCUMWAL AERODROME MINOR REPAIR LOG BOOK
(Reporting Officers to complete)
Date Repairs, Modifications, Replacement or Adjustments made Signature
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2.5.1 Aerodrome Technical Inspections Specific elements of aerodrome facilities and the aerodrome surroundings are to be technically inspected by qualified personnel as follows: Special inspections may be required as a result of one of the following:
(a) the results of an aerodrome serviceability inspection indicate that a more detailed technical inspection is required; or
(b) when requested by the relevant Aerodrome Inspector in relation to obstacles which may be infringing the OLS; or
(c) pilot notification through lodgement of an air safety incident report, that part of an aerodrome may be unsafe.
At intervals not exceeding 2 years:
(a) inspection of aircraft pavements for distress or deterioration and adequacy of apron safety procedures;
(b) maintenance of the movement area for compliance with standards and recommended practices;
(c) security of the movement area, including the suitability and adequacy of aerodrome boundary fences;
(d) cleanliness of fuelling installations; (e) handling of hazardous materials; (f) instrument survey of the obstacle limitation surfaces; (g) movement area drainage, including scouring; (h) movement area pavements; and (i) signs (including movement area guidance signs).
At intervals not exceeding five years:
(a) electrical testing of ground earthing points; and (b) inspection and testing of runway, taxiway and apron lighting and
electrical reticulation system.
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2.6 Aerodrome Works Safety Aerodrome works will be carried out in accordance with the CASR Part 139 – Manual of Standards – Aerodromes – Chapter 10.10 Aerodrome Work Safety. Routine and minor maintenance items will be carried out as time limited works under the supervision of one of the Reporting Officers as per Chapter 10.10 MOS 139. Time limited works will not be carried out at night or during periods of low visibility. For time-limited works that require more than 10 minutes to restore normal safety standards to the movement area and remove obstacles, a NOTAM will be issued not less than 24 hours before the commencement, giving the date and time of commencement and the time required to restore normal safety standards. Projects within the runway strips which cannot be completed as time limited works will be undertaken with the affected runway closed or, if both runways are affected, with the aerodrome closed. When closure of the aerodrome or a runway is required for planned maintenance work, if a Method of Working Plan (MOWP) is required, it will be issued in advance of the work. The DAI will be contacted for a decision as to whether a MOWP is required. A copy of the MOWP will be sent to the CASA. Copies of the MOWP will be sent also to the fixed base operators as listed in Attachment 1. All major repairs and modifications where the closure of a runway or aerodrome is required, will be recorded in the Major Repair Log Book by the Aerodrome Manager (page 32). Reporting Officers are equipped with mobile telephones and can contact the Australian NOTAM Office if required during works.
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Appendix “A” TOCUMWAL AERODROME INSPECTION CHECKLIST/LOG BOOK
Date Reporting Officer
Time
Weather Condition
A tick indicates the listed item is deemed to be satisfactory A cross indicates that action may be required, refer to further comments at bottom of page. 1. Movement area (Threshold) 5. Apron
1.1 Debris – (e.g. stones, litter) 5.1 Debris (e.g. Stones, litter)
1.2 Pavement condition 5.2 Pavement condition
1.3 Shoulders 5.3 Shoulders
1.4 Grass height 5.4 Painted markings
1.5 Painted Markings
1.6 Gable Markers 6. Gliding Runway Strip
1.7 Lights 6.1 Condition
6.2 Grass height
2 Runway 09/27 (East-West) 6.3 Markings
2.1 Debris – (eg, stones, litter)
2.2 Pavement condition
2.3 Shoulders 7. Primary Wind Indicator
2.4 Runway graded strip area 7.1 Markings
2.5 Grass height 7.2 Condition
2.6 Painted Markings 7.3 Swinging freely
2.7 Gable Markers 7.4 Lights
2.8 Lights
2.9 Obstacles infringing app-t/o trans surfaces
8. Secondary Wind Ind (White)
3. Runway 18/36 (North-South) 8.1 Condition
3.1 Debris – (e.g. stones, litter) 8.2 Swinging freely
3.2 Pavement condition 8.3 Lights
3.3 Shoulders
3.4 Runway graded strip area 9. Secondary Wind Ind (Yellow)
3.5 Grass height 9.1 Condition
3.6 Painted Markings 9.2 Swinging freely
3.7 Gable Markers
3.8 Obstacles infringing app-t/o trans surfaces
10 Fencing
4. Taxiway 10.1 General security
4.1 Debris – (eg, stones, litter) 10.2 Signage in place
4.2 Pavement condition 10.3 Clear emergency access
4.3 Shoulders
4.4 Runway graded strip area 11 Hazards
4.5 Grass height 11.1 Birds and animals
4.6 Painted Markings 11.2 Other
4.7 Gable Markers
4.8 Lights
Further Comments
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The Aerodrome Manager is responsible for planning and safe conduct of all major projects at the aerodrome. Minor projects within the movement area will be carried out by, or under the supervision of, one of the Reporting Officers. The names and contact numbers of these people are listed in the contact list. Details of all fixed base operators and aircraft operators who will be provided with a copy of Method of Working Plans are listed in the contact list. Distribution list for method of working plans, if required 1 CASA i.e. District Airport Inspector 2 All Fixed Base Operators 3 Council General Manager 4 Air Ambulance 5 Australian NOTAM Office
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TOCUMWAL AERODROME MAJOR REPAIR LOG BOOK (Aerodrome Manager to Complete)
Date Repairs, Modifications, Replacement or Adjustments made Signature
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SECTION E of 2.6
Standard Airside Conditions
for
Works at Tocumwal Aerodrome
Issued February 2015
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General
These instructions, and any additional instructions issued by the Airside Operations Manager during works, are to be followed at all times.
A pre-start inspection may be necessary to ensure that there is a clear understanding of the condition of the area prior to work commencing and that the condition is documented in writing and in photos.
Variation
No variation to these Safety and Security Procedures may be made without the written approval of the Aerodrome Manager.
Work Safety Officer
A Works Safety Officer will oversee the construction work. The Works Safety Officer, appointed by the Tocumwal Aerodrome Manager will ensure that:
i. All deliveries to and from the access gate to the work site are escorted.
ii. Issuing visitors passes to delivery drivers and vehicles. iii. Issuing crane and hot works permits.
iv. The Tocumwal Aerodrome Manager and Air Traffic Control are advised of any accident, incident or other damage to facilities.
v. Placing markers, markings and lights around the site.
vi. Briefing of the works party and visitors on the airside safety conditions.
vii. Vehicles, plant and equipment carrying out the works are properly marked and lit.
viii. The contractor moves clear for approaching arriving and departing aircraft.
ix. Equipment is contained within the work site at all times.
The contractor will be responsible for meeting all costs associated with the provision of the Works Safety Officer.
Deliveries
Deliveries to the construction site will be available through a nominated gate.
To obtain an escort the delivery vehicle must meet a number of conditions
be a genuine delivery vehicle;
have goods to be delivered, and
proof of order
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Authority to Drive Airside
At Tocumwal Aerodrome “Authority to Drive Airside” must be obtained for all contractors’ staff who will require unescorted access between the works access gate and the works site.
Applications for Authorities to Drive Airside must be made at least seven days in advance.
Access Gates
Access to airside of the aerodrome for these works will be through a nominated gate.
Vehicle Marking
Vehicles that require unescorted access to the site will be required to have signs that clearly identify the vehicle as belonging to that company. An A4 size sign should be taken as a guide.
Additionally, all vehicles will be required to have displayed an amber rotating beacon on their vehicle whilst airside.
Access from Gate to Work Site
Access from the gate to the work site for all contractors’ staff who do not have authority to drive airside, will be escorted.
The contractor must wait at the nominated gate for the escort.
Remain on Formed Roads
All vehicles and equipment must remain on formed roads as much as possible.
Vehicle Speed Limit
Unless otherwise signed, a speed limit of 25km/h applies to all vehicles on the Airside Road system. Breaches of this speed limit will result in refusal of access to the airside for the driver and vehicle involved.
Vehicle Cleanliness
All vehicles used by the contractor must have clean tyres to prevent spoil and other debris being left on the apron or access route. Vehicles must be washed if necessary before leaving the site.
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Pavement Cleanliness
The contractor is required to keep the work site and all aircraft pavements used of crossed during the works clean to the satisfaction of the Aerodrome Manager.
The contractor is to ensure that no slurry from concrete sawing or drilling escapes from the immediate area by providing a dam around the site.
Designated Works Area
The designated works area is marked by barriers around the full extent of the site. Works staff are not permitted to move outside this area except with the approval in writing of the Aerodrome Manager or under escort by the Works Safety Officer.
Markings of Works Site
As per Chapter 8 of the CASR Part 139 Manual of Standards (MOS) Aerodromes.
Parking of Equipment
All vehicles, plant and equipment must be contained within the work site at all times.
Equipment must not be parked within three metres of the security fence, unless the security fence has been specially modified to be 2.4 metres above the equipment.
Closure of Roads
Where any excavation or works go across a road, only half the road may be closed off at any time.
24 hours’ notice is required for the closure of a part of any airside road. Where the closure is required for Monday, the notice must be given on the Friday before the Monday required.
Filling Trenches
All trenches and pits are to be filled with good clean sand and compacted to the Works Safety Officers requirements when works are completed.
Pit covers must be capable of supporting the weight of vehicles, plant and equipment usual to that area.
Operation of Cranes
A permit must be obtained prior to the erection of any crane on site. This permit will be available from the Works Safety Officer.
Crane permits will be issued for a maximum of 1 day only and must be returned at the end of each day’s work.
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Cutting/Welding/Grinding
A permit must be obtained from the Works Safety Officer prior to any oxy cutting/welding or grinding being undertaken on the airport.
Permits will be issued for a maximum of one day and will only be issued when all Tocumwal Aerodrome safety requirements have been met. This will include:
That the site is clean and free of combustible material That a spark resistant solid hording is placed around the site That two nine litre fire extinguishers are on site That a fire blanket (3m² minimum) is on site That a container for hot cuts offs is provided
Permits will not be issued on days of total fire ban.
Temporary Buildings
No temporary buildings will be allowed on site except with the written approval of the Aerodrome Manager.
Temporary buildings must also be securely fastened to the ground.
Explosives
No explosives, or explosive tools, of any type shall be used on the aerodrome.
Waste Disposal
Any waste generated at the site must be placed in secure rubbish bins and removed from the airport at the end of each day.
The contractor is to ensure that all waste is contained and not free to blow around. Rubbish skips located on the airside must have a lid or be covered in some other way to prevent the material from blowing away.
Builders waste is to be removed at the end of each days work or as directed by the Works Safety Officer. Any waste not removed to the satisfaction of the Aerodrome Manager will be removed by the Aerodrome Manager at the contractors cost.
Airport Emergency and Poor Visibility
During declared airport emergencies and/or poor visibility conditions the contractor may be either refused entry to the site or requested to vacate the airside if already there.
Because of the unforeseen nature of these conditions prior warning may not be given to the contractor.
Smoking
All of the airside is a designated NO SMOKING area. No smoking is allowed within the works site, any temporary buildings or any vehicle airside.
Workplace Health and Safety
Personal protective equipment (including eye and hearing protection) must be provided to all staff working on site.
This is Berrigan Shire Council’s or the contractor’s responsibility.
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Visibility Vests for Airside Workers
All contractor’s staff must wear high visibility vests when working on the airside of the aerodrome. The vests must be lime green in colour and meet the current Australian Standards.
Use of Metal Track Vehicles
Vehicles with metal tracks such as excavators and bulldozers have the potential to damage the concrete surface where the aircraft park.
Vehicles with metal tracks are not to be driven or stored on the concrete apron surface at any time, unless heavy-duty rope or wooden mats have been placed under the tracks.
Days of Total Fire Ban
On days of total fire ban welding, grinding or oxy cutting will not be permitted in the open air.
Use of machinery with naked flames will not be permitted either.
At the Completion of Each Days Work
At the completion of each day’s work, the contractor is to advise the Works Safety Officer so that a joint inspection of the work site can be conducted.
Any security or safety issues raised at the time of the inspection must be addressed before the work site is vacated for the day.
Completion of Works
On completion of the works the contractor is to clean up the area, make good any pavement damage and remove all builders rubbish, excess materials and construction plant from the site and from the airport.
A dual inspection of the site by the contractor and the Aerodrome Manager must be completed before any job can be signed off as completed.
2.7 Aircraft Parking Control
No formal parking procedures are established at Tocumwal Aerodrome.
A tie down cable is provided on the hard standing area east of the fuel bowser.
Aircraft are secured at owner’s risk.
Grass area’s marked by yellow gable markers are available subject to weather conditions.
Pilots are responsible for ensuring adequate clearance during start-ups.
No aircraft push backs are to occur.
No visual docking guidance system is provided.
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2.8 Airside Vehicle Control
Rules are established to control vehicle access to the apron and are stated on page 42. Notices displayed on all access gates stating restricted access to people having a legitimate requirement to enter the aprons and manoeuvring areas. All fixed base operators need to sign the form on page 42 and the original copy be inserted in the master copy of the aerodrome manual held by the Tocumwal Aerodrome Manager. All fixed base operators are to have inserted a copy of this form in their copy of the aerodrome manual.
(b) the method of instructing and testing drivers in relation to the applicable traffic rules.
The nominated Reporting Officers, the Aerodrome Manager and other authorised persons that have been briefed on aerodrome safety and completed the form on page 42 are the only personnel permitted to take vehicles onto the taxiways and runways.
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2.9 Bird and Animal Hazard Management
Reporting Officers are alert to the potential danger of significant numbers of birds and animals at or in the vicinity of the aerodrome. Bird and animal numbers are constantly monitored and possible attractions, such as food sources, are removed or changed where practicable in consultation with the National Parks and Wildlife (Griffith NSW).
Evidence of bird strikes and animal incidents are recorded in the Reporting Officer's log book. Any bird strikes or animal incidents are reported to ATSB on the Air Safety Accident or Incident Report form. A NOTAM is issued if a significant bird or animal hazard arises. ERSA contains a general warning of the bird and animal hazard at the aerodrome.
Where significant bird or animal hazards are identified by the Reporting Officer, Council will take any reasonable action available to alleviate the problem
(c) Animal Hazard
2.10 Obstacle Control
Berrigan Shire Council as the Aerodrome Operator has put formal procedures in place to monitor and control the erection of structures in the vicinity of the aerodrome.
Procedures for monitoring obstacle limitation surfaces
The Reporting Officers include a visual check for new obstacles in the approach and transition surfaces during their inspections.
The approach, take off and transition surfaces are surveyed annually by a suitably qualified person, engaged to perform this task. Airport Survey Consultants are contracted annually to complete this survey.
Airservices Australia have provided obstacle data for monitoring the GPS approaches on runways 09/27.
(Procedures for monitoring building developments (in relation to the heights of buildings and other structures) within the horizontal limits of the obstacle limitation surfaces)
The Aerodrome Manager has arranged for an OLS plan to be drawn up. Both Berrigan and Moira Shires hold a copy of the plan.
Council considers the potential effect of new structures on the obstacle limitation surfaces as part of its planning approval process.
The Aerodrome Manager will advise the District Aerodrome Inspector of any potential obstacle which will protrude through the obstacle limitation surfaces (OLS) in order that an assessment is carried out on the effect on aircraft operation. If any obstacles are detected, the appropriate NOTAM action will be taken and the DAI will be informed.
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TOCUMWAL AERODROME
Runway Code and Survey Specification Details Runway 09/27 – ERSA Code 2 RWY 09/27 Length 1260 metres Width 30 metres RWY 09 TODA 1260m TODA End RL: 113.26 AHD 365’ RWY 27 TODA 1260m TODA End RL: 111.45 AHD 372’ Approach and Take-off survey specifications (Note: This survey has been carried out to code 3 specifications, at the request of the aerodrome operator). 09/27 Take-off splay Inner edge 180 metres Divergence 12.5% Length 15000 metres (Note: These approaches have been surveyed to non-precision instrument approach specifications). 09/27 Approach splay Inner edge 150 metres Divergence 15% Length 3000 metres Runway 18/36 – ERSA Code 2 RWY 18/36 Length 1460 metres Width 30 metres RWY 18 TODA 1333m TODA End RL: 112.86 AHD 367’ RWY 36 TODA 1460m TODA End RL: 111.87 AHD 370’ Approach and Take-off survey specifications 18/36 Take-off splay Inner edge 90 metres Divergence 10% Length 2500 metres 18/36 Approach splay Inner edge 90 metres Divergence 10% Length 2500 metres
Airport
Survey
Consultants
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OBSTACLES
Approach to Runway 09: Obstacle Description (No 8)
Location Reference ARP
(BRG T / RNG km)
Elevation Used in the Design (ft) (includes 0 ft vegetation allowance)
536 ft silo
286 / 4.8
536 ft
Obstacle Description (No 2)
548 ft Phone Tower Twr Site No. 1681
291 / 4.8
548 ft
Approach to Runway 27: Obstacle Description (No 3)
Location Reference ARP
(BRG T / RNG km)
Elevation Used in the Design (ft) (includes 100 ft vegetation allowance)
127m spot on Barooga Hill 110 / 3.0 576
Note: Information regarding the Mobile Phone tower was added on 14th August 2003 as a result of the annual obstacle limitation survey. The information has been included at the request of the aerodrome management. Vodafone Tower site Number 1681 Silo Rd Tocumwal NSW. Obstacle No 2 is a lit Mobile phone tower with a red flashing light on the top of the tower, a second continual red light in the half way down position that is automatically monitored through Vodafone network management centre. Light is to be monitored nightly to confirm it’s operation. Contact number - refer to Aerodrome contact list. Tower is located on ABA Grain Storage, Kelly Grain Depot - Silo Rd Tocumwal.
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2.11 Disabled Aircraft Removal
In the event of a disabled aircraft being on the movement area, the affected runway/area will be closed and marked and a NOTAM issued.
The movement area will be checked for safety before re-opening.
The pilot of a disabled aircraft is expected to immediately notify a Reporting Officer if the aircraft is within a runway strip or otherwise significantly affecting operations at the aerodrome.
The pilot is expected to have the authority of the holder of the aircraft's certificate of registration to immediately remove an aircraft which is obstructing operations on the movement area of the aerodrome.
The holder of the aircraft's certificate of registration is responsible for providing, by the fastest means practicable, any special equipment which may be necessary to permit removal of a disabled aircraft.
Indemnity Form (page 59) to be signed by the aircrafts Certificate Holder/or his representative (Pilot).
The pilot of a disabled aircraft is expected to notify the holder of the aircraft's certificate of registration.
If a disabled aircraft cannot be immediately removed from within a runway strip, unserviceability crosses will be displayed on the runway by a Reporting Officer and the Australian NOTAM Office notified of the runway closure.
The holder of the aircraft's certificate of registration is expected to provide by the fastest means practicable any specialised equipment and personnel required to remove a disabled aircraft.
As far as practical, Council employees and equipment will be made available at a reasonable charge to assist in removing a disabled aircraft which is obstructing operations at the aerodrome.
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Disabled Aircraft Removal
Indemnity and Release Form - Tocumwal Aerodrome
This release made on the …………………day of ……………..year of ………….. has been entered into freely and in good faith. This release relates specifically to the removal and relocation of the aircraft registration number………………. From its location on the movement area of Tocumwal Aerodrome, where it is currently obstructing normal aerodrome operations. The aircraft owner/operator grants the following release to the licensed operator of Tocumwal Aerodrome, its employees and its contractors in removing and relocating the aircraft. The aircraft owner/operator releases the Berrigan Shire Council as the aerodrome operator, its employees and contractors from the following: i) all claims, actions, proceedings and demands which the aircraft owner has now,
or may have in the future, against the Berrigan Shire Council, its employees or its contractors and,
ii) all present and future liability of the Berrigan Shire Council its employees or
contractors however caused, in relation to or out of the removal or recovery of the subject aircraft.
Signed for on behalf of the aircraft owner or Insurance Company Representative.
…………………………….by………………………… )...………………………….. [insert aircraft owners name] [print name] [owner or owners sign here]
and witnessed by:…………………………………… )…………………………... [print name of witness] [witness to sign here]
Signed on or on behalf of the Berrigan Shire Council By…………………………………………………….. )………………………….. [Print name here] [sign here]
and witnessed by:………………………………….. )………………………….. [print name of witness] [witness to sign here]
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2.12 Handling of Hazardous Materials
Council is not aware of any hazardous materials, other than aviation fuel, handled on the aerodrome.
Aviation fuel is stored on the aerodrome in an above ground self-bunding tank with a four-hour fire rating.
Any explosives, as defined by the ICAO Technical Instructions for the Safe Transport of Dangerous Goods by Air, will be loaded and unloaded in accordance with CAAP89O-1 (Safe Distances for Explosive Laden Aircraft).
The area designated for loading and unloading explosives at Tocumwal Aerodrome will be assessed by the Aerodrome Manager as required.
Aviation fuel is delivered and stored in accordance with the procedures specified in the procedures detailed in the Standards Association of Australia Booklet AS1940 "Storage and Handling of Flammable and Combustible Liquids".
PART 3 - PARTICULARS OF THE AERODROME THAT ARE REQUIRED FOR NOTIFICATION IN AIP
Aerodrome General Information:
Name of the Aerodrome Tocumwal (YTOC)
(State or Territory where the aerodrome is located New South Wales
Co-ordinates of the Aerodrome Reference Point ARP 35 48.6 S 145 36.2 E
Elevation of the aerodrome above sea level ARP RL372 feet
Name and address of the aerodrome owner/OPERATOR
Berrigan Shire Council 56 Chanter Street BERRIGAN NSW 2712
Runway Information:
Magnetic bearing of the runway and the runway number
09/27 087 / 267
18/36 177 / 357
Length, width and slopes of the runway
09/27 1200m long 30m wide 0.2% down to W
18/36 1273m long 30m wide 0.1% down to N
Length of the clearway
09 60m
27 60m
18 60m
36 60m
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Length of the stopway
09 no additional stopway provided
27 no additional stopway provided
18 no additional stopway provided
36 no additional stopway provided
Length, and width of the graded and overall runway strip
09/27 1320m long 90m wide
18/36 1520m long 90m wide
Pavement surface type and its strength rating
09/27 sealed; 5700/580 (84PSI)
18/36 sealed; 5700/580 (84 PSI)
Gradient from the end of the runway strip or clearway to the critical obstacle
See current survey data attached
Supplementary take-off distances and associated gradients
See current survey data page attached
Visual Aid System Information:
Type of runway lighting RWY 09/27 LIRL PAL 122.2.
Taxiway lighting Side line lighting – blue.
Type of approach lighting; No approach lighting provided
Visual approach slope indicator system if applicable;
No visual approach slope indicator provided.
Standby power No standby power available.
Local Information CTAF 122.9 15NM RAD/SFC-5000ft AMSL
Handling Services and Facilities
Aero Refuellers: PH 0413003838
AVGAS H24 (Aero Refuellers Carnet, MC, V) AVBL, unmanned.
Passenger Facilities AC/PT/WC/RF
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Special Procedures Gliding operations HJ. Simultaneous operations from parallel runways. CONTRA CIRCUITS IN OPERATION. THERE IS NO DEAD SIDE WITH CONTRA CIRCUITS.
Gliders and tugs use separate runways 09L/27R and 18R/36L, marked by orange gable and flush markers. Also available for ultralights and tailskid-equipped aircraft.
Glider and tugs circuits to north or west, other aircraft circuits to south or east. Other aircraft must not infringe glider/ultralight circuits below 1500FT AGL. Right hand circuits use runways 09R and 36R. Gliders and tugs right hand circuits use runways 18R and 27R. WHERE POSSIBLE AIRCRAFT SHOULD CONFORM TO ESTABLISHED RUNWAY DIRECTION IN USE. Join circuit in downwind position or upwind along runway 09R/27L or 18L/36R. In summary, powered aircraft operate to the south of runway 09/27 and to the east of runway 18/36
If use of a crossing runway is operationally necessary a wide circuit to join a long final clear of established circuit traffic is advised. On departure maintain runway heading until clear of other traffic. SPECIAL NOTICE
Animal and bird hazards exist. Particulars of wind direction indicators installed at the aerodrome
Primary IWDI: White - Located south side west end of RWY 09/27 adjacent to the RWY 09 threshold
Red light flashes last 10 min of 30 min cycle. Second IWDI: White - Located south side eastern end RWY 09/27 adjacent to
the RWY 27 threshold. Secondary indicator: Yellow - Located east side north end of RWY 18/36 adjacent to
the RWY 18 threshold.
CASA has granted an exemption from the RPA’s standards for the Second IWI to be positioned 60 metres east of RWY 27 threshold.