Rules and Regulations

1.1 Authority

Indiana Code (IC) 21-31-7 identifies the control, governance, and management of the Purdue University Airport.

IC 21-31-7 Purdue University; Airport

IC 21-31-7-1 Authority to declare public use of the university airport and its facilities Sec. 1.

1. The board of trustees of Purdue University may:
   1. declare all or any part of the Purdue University Airport and its facilities a public airport; and
   2. Authorize by contract, license, lease, or otherwise, public use of the airport and its facilities.
2. The board of trustees may determine the term and application of an agreement entered into under this section. This section does not apply to facilities required solely for educational or research activities at Purdue University.

IC 21-31-7-2 Tax exemption

Sec. 2. Notwithstanding any other law, the leasehold estate of any lessee or the lessee’s assigns described in this chapter, including any permanent structure erected on the property by the lessee, or the lessee’s assigns, is exempt from property taxation.

IC 21-31-7-3 Board; management of university airport

Sec. 3. The control of the Purdue University Airport is under the board of trustees of Purdue University. The board of trustees may do the following:

1. Establish standards and promulgate reasonable rules and regulations, consistent with state and federal rules regarding matters governing the use of Purdue University Airport as a public airport.
2. Establish, collect, and receive reasonable fees for the use of Purdue University Airport and its facilities.
3. Accept, receive, and receipt for federal money, and other money, either public or private:
   1. For the acquisition, construction, enlargement, improvement, maintenance, equipment, or operation of:
      1. Purdue University Airport;
      2. Other air navigation facilities incident to Purdue University Airport; and
      3. Sites for Purdue University Airport; and
   2. To comply with the laws of the United States, the state, and any related rules and regulations for the expenditure of the money upon the Purdue University Airport and other air navigation facilities incident to Purdue University Airport.
4. Effectuate the purpose and intent of this chapter.

1.2 Purpose

These rules and regulations are intended to provide for the safe, orderly, and efficient operations of the Purdue University Airport.

1.3 Scope

These rules shall govern the use, operation and maintenance of the Airport, the activities of the persons while on Airport property, and the operation of aircraft flying within the vicinity of the airport, other than such conduct or activity specifically regulated or controlled by federal or state statues or regulations. These Rules and Rules and Regulations are believed to be in conformity with all applicable federal, state, and local, statutes, regulations and directives. However, in the event of any conflict federal and statue statues, regulations and directives shall control.

1.4 Application

These rules and regulations are applicable to all users, visitors, and guests at the Purdue University Airport, including, but not limited to based/transient: aircrews, commercial operators, general aviation operators, military operators, government employees, Purdue University faculty, staff, and students.

1.5 Effective Date

These regulations shall become effective as of ______replace any/all previous versions of Purdue University Airport Rules and Regulations.

1.6 Availability

Anyone may request a copy of these Rules and Regulations by contacting the Purdue University Airport Operations office.

1.7 Definitions

1.7.1 “Aeronautical Activity” Any activity conducted at the Airport that involves, makes possible, or is required for the operation of aircraft; or any activity which contributes to, or is required, for the safety of Aircraft operations.

1.7.2 “Air Traffic Control Tower (ATCT) or ‘Tower’” The Federal Aviation Administration owned and operate air traffic control tower at the Purdue University Airport.

1.7.3 “Aircraft” A device that is used or intended to be used for flight in the air.

1.7.4 “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. (Reference 49 CFR § 830.2).

1.7.5 “Aircraft Incident” An occurrence other than an accident, associated with the operation of an aircraft, which affects or could affect the safety of operations. (Reference 49 CFR § 830.2).

1.7.6 “Aircraft Rescue and Fire Fighting (ARFF)” Personnel and equipment specializing in rescue and firefighting needed for accidents, incidents, and other emergencies involving aircraft.

1.7.7 “Airport” The entire real property owned or under the control of the Trustees of and designated as the Purdue University Airport.

1.7.8 “Airport Operations Area (AOA)” All areas inside the Airport’s perimeter fencing that are reserved for the operation, placement, movement and storage of Aircraft and all areas adjacent thereto as defined by federal regulations.

1.7.9 “Airport Director” The Airport Director has, at all times, the authority to take such actions as deemed necessary to protect and safeguard all persons and property, and to control operations or any other activity, at the Airport as may be necessary to provide for the safe and efficient operation of the Airport in accordance with federal and state guidelines. Whenever these Rules and Regulations require, permit or allow for action to be taken by the Airport, it is intended that such action shall be taken by and through the Airport Director or a designated representative.

1.7.10 “Approval” or “Authorization” Prior written or verbal consent of the Airport Director or other specifically designated University official to conduct a specific activity on the Airport property.

1.7.11 “Based Aircraft” Any Aircraft regularly stored at the Airport, either in a hangar or tie down space, for which the required application has been submitted by the Owner and accepted by the Airport Director.

1.7.12 “Board of Trustees” The governing body of the University.

1.7.13 “Commercial Activities” Any activity conducted at or from the Airport for the purpose of securing earnings, income, compensation, reimbursement (including exchange of service), and/or profit, whether or not such objectives are accomplished.

1.7.14 “Commercial Air Carrier” Any Person that undertakes directly by hire, lease or other arrangement to engage in the carriage of persons or property by Aircraft for compensation. This definition includes, but is not limited to the following, all classes of air carriers as defined by the Federal Aviation Administration, commuter and air taxi operators, and Operators of large and small Aircraft for Commercial Activities.

1.7.15 “Debt” All financial responsibilities and charges incurred at the Airport including, but not limited to, landing fees, hangar rental, fuel fees, and miscellaneous services.

1.7.16 “FAA” The Federal Aviation Administration.

1.7.17 “Fixed Base Operator” A Person that maintains facilities at the Airport to engage in commercial activities.

1.7.18 “Fuel Handing” The transporting, delivering, fueling or defueling of fuel or fuel waste products.

1.7.19 “Fuel Products” means those substances and materials required for the operation of Aircraft and Ground Vehicles. Examples include, but are not limited to, Jet A, 100LL, gasoline or diesel.

1.7.20 “Fuel Storage” Those areas of the Airport designated by the Airport Director in which Fuel Products may be stored.

1.7.21 “Fueling Agent” Any Person authorized by the Airport Director to dispense Fuel Products at the Airport.

1.7.22 “Flight Instruction” To teach, inform, supervise, give direction to, or train an individual by a qualified flight instructor, including but not limited to, classroom instruction, simulator instruction, instrument competency checks, and biennial flight reviews.

1.7.23 “Flight Instructor” A FAA certified flight instructor or ground instructor possessing a valid instructor certificate.

1.7.24 “Flying Club” A not—for-profit organization established to promote flying and/or developing aeronautical skills.

1.7.25 “Ground Vehicles” All automobiles, trucks, motorcycles, tugs, transports, bicycles, pushcarts, and any other device by which any person or property is or may be transported, carried, or drawn upon land, except properly certified aircraft.

1.7.26 “Liability Insurance” Any policy of insurance covering liability issued by a person licensed to issue such insurance in the State of Indiana.

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1.7.28 “Minimum Standards” The minimum standards for conducting Commercial Activities at the Airport as established under separate document.

1.7.29 “Movement Area” means the areas of the Airport Operations Area under the direct control of the Air Traffic Control Tower.

1.7.30 “NTSB” The National Transportation Safety Board.

1.7.31 “Non-Movement Area” Areas of the Airport Operations Area not under the direct control of the Air Traffic Control Tower.

1.7.32 “Operator” Any Person exercising control of an Aircraft or Ground Vehicle.

1.7.33 “Owner” The Federal Aviation Administration registered owner, or the operator, lessor, lessee (or their agents) of an aircraft or any authorized person using or operating any aircraft.

1.7.34 “Person” Any individual, partnership, corporation, association or other organization, including any assignee, receiver, trustee or other representative thereof.

1.7.35 “Ramp and Apron Area” Those portions of the Airport designated and made available for loading or unloading of both passengers or cargo.

1.7.36 SATT” Purdue University’s School of Aviation & Transportation Technology.

1.7.37 “Self-Fueling” Owner uses their own employees and equipment to service their aircraft

1.7.38 “Serious Injury” Any injury which: (1) requires hospitalization for more than 48 hours, commencing within 7 days from the date of the injury was received; (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. (Reference 49 CFR § 830.2).

1.7.39 “Substantial Damage” Damage or failure which adversely affects the structural strength, performance, or flight characteristics of the 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 for the purpose of this definition. (Reference 49 CFR § 830.2).

1.7.40 “Tenant” A Person that occupies or rents, Airport property, or that conducts business operations of any kind upon the Purdue University Airport premises.

1.7.41 “Tie Down” To moor an Aircraft by no less than three attachment points (usually both wings and tail) to the ground anchor points.

1.7.42 “University” Purdue University.

1.7.43 “Unscheduled Passenger Carrying Operations” Those commercial flights operated without a permanent schedule – charter flights. (Reference 14 CFR §139).

2.1 Any questions regarding the interpretation of these Rules and Regulations should be directed to the Airport Director.

2.2 These Rules and Regulations apply to all persons on airport property.

2.3 No Person shall commence any Commercial Activities at the Airport, without the approval of Purdue University.

2.4 The Owner is responsible for all costs incurred at the Airport. Billing on all Debts incurred at the Airport shall be directed to the Person listed as the Aircraft owner or lease holder. The Owner is responsible for the payment of all Debts owed to the Airport.

2.5 No Person shall be eligible to rent T-Hangar space at the Airport until they have provided the Airport Director with (i) proof of ownership or a valid lease for the Aircraft, and (ii) proof of insurance for the Aircraft.

2.6 The Airport Director may detain any aircraft for non-payment of debts incurred on the Airport or for violation of any of these Rules and Regulations.

2.7 The Airport Director, in the exercise of his/hers sole discretion, may suspend or restrict any operations on the Airport whenever such action is deemed necessary for safety.

2.8Special events or demonstrations may be permitted on the Airport only with the approval of the Airport Director.

2.9 Only special or emergency maintenance may be performed on Airport ramps or aprons, runways or taxiways or adjoining areas.

2.10 Only those Persons determined by the Airport Director to have a legitimate o operational need are permitted to enter the AOA.

2.11 Subject to these Rules and Regulations, Tenants are responsible for the security of their facilities and must ensure that Persons without an operational needdo not access the AOA through the Tenant’s buildings, hangars, and offices. Tenants shall provide the Airport Director with a written plan, for review and approval, of the equipment and procedures in place to accomplish this responsibility.

2.12 Persons damaging Airport property shall be financially responsible for all repair costs.

2.13 The University Fire Department is the lead organization for all fire and life safety operations at the Airport.

2.14 The University Police Department is the lead organization for all law enforcement operations at the Airport.

3.1 The pilot in command of any Aircraft operating from the Airport is responsible for compliance with all University, state, and federal regulations pertaining to pilot certification and the operation of the Aircraft.

3.2 All flight instructors instructing from the Airport shall be physically present at the Airport or have another equally qualified instructor physically present at the Airport, during all periods when student pilots under their supervision are flying solo.

3.3 In addition to complying with any applicable FAA regulations, a pilot in command of any Aircraft involved in any incident or accident that results in Significant Injury or Substantial Damage shall make a prompt and full report of the incident to the Airport Director utilizing the format directed by the Airport Director.

3.4 The Aircraft Owner shall be responsible for the prompt disposal of any disabled Aircraft or Aircraft wreckage from the Airport after approval for removal has been granted by the FAA, NTSB, or Airport Director, if applicable. The Airport Director may cause the wrecked or disabled Aircraft and parts to be removed at the Owner’s sole expense and without liability on the part of the University, its trustees, officers or employees or agents for any damages that may result in the course of such removal.

3.5 ARFF services are published and updated in the FAA’s Airport Facility Directory. ARFF services are only available through the PPR process.

3.6 Maximum allowable weights for Aircraft are published and updated in the FAA’s Airport Facility Directory (AFD). Overweight Aircraft operations are only available through the PPR process.

3.7 Aircraft Operators intending to conduct Unscheduled Passenger-Carrying Operations, with Aircraft configured for at least 31 passenger seats, must obtain permission from the Airport Director through the PPR process.

3.8 Aircraft maintenance run-ups shall only occur in those areas as designated by the Airport Director.

3.9 Aircraft shall only be parked in Non-Movement Areas designated by the Airport Director and shall not interfere with other Airport users.

3.10 The Airport Director may direct the removal of any Aircraft that interfere with Airport Operations. Purdue University is not responsible for any damages resulting from moving an improperly parked Aircraft.

3.11 It is the responsibility of Aircraft Operators to ensure that their Aircraft is properly secured when parked. Purdue University, its trustees, officers, employees, or agents shall not be responsible for any loss or damage due to theft or vandalism of any aircraft, equipment or items left within any Aircraft.

3.12 Aircraft shall not be taxied in or out of a hangar under its own power.

3.13 Fixed wing Aircraft shall takeoff or land only on runways. Rotor wing Aircraft may takeoff or land on taxiways and ramps with ATCT approval and/or applicable federal flight regulations.

3.14 All Aircraft Operators are expected to review Notices to Airmen and Temporary Flight Restrictions (“NOTAM”) which may be in effect for the Airport. Note: Extra attention should be given to NOTAMs and TFRs on the days of football games at Ross-Ade Stadium.

4.1 Subject to section 4.8, the Airport Director’s must authorize the use of any Ground Vehicle or the presence of any Person in the AOA. The Airport Director shall have sole discretion as to the operational need for any Person to proceed onto the AOA.

4.2 Persons requesting access to the Non-Movement Areas in Ground Vehicles must first successfully complete Airport Non-Movement Area Driver’s Training. Recurrent training may be required

4.3 Persons requesting access to the Movement Areas in Ground Vehicles must first successfully complete Airport Movement Area Driver’s Training. Recurrent training may be required.

4.4 Access to the Movement Area will limited to that which is necessary for safety and maintenance of the Airport. Any Person requesting access to a Movement area (for example, to recover a disabled Aircraft) must be properly escorted by a Person having Movement Area privileges.

4.5 Persons with Non-Movement Area privileges may escort a reasonable number of people with them but shall be responsible for the actions of the escorted person(s).

4.6 Parking, ground vehicle transportation, traffic regulations, and the like, on roads and in parking lots servicing the Airport (i.e. not on the AOA), are policed and managed in the same manner as other facilities at the University.

4.7 Ground Vehicles on the AOA should be parked in a manner so as not to impede any Aircraft operations.

4.8 T-Hangar Tenants may bring one personal vehicle onto the AOA when accessing their leased hangar. This vehicle may only be driven between their leased hangar and the perimeter gate used to access the AOA. The vehicle may be parked at the end of the hangar row, or inside the hangar. Vehicle parking is only allowed when the Tenant is present, or on a trip. Using t-hangars for other storage purposes is prohibited.

4.9 The Airport Director, in their sole discretion, may remove any vehicle from any area of the Airport that is disabled, abandoned, parked in violation of these rules and regulations, or which presents an operational hazard. The vehicle owner shall be solely responsible for any removal cost without liability on the part of the University, its trustees, officers, employees, or agents.

5.1 All Aircraft Fueling activities shall be conducted in accordance with NFPA 407 and 14 CFR Part 139.

5.2 Fuel products shall not be dispensed or delivered without the approval of the Airport Director.

5.3 Fuel storage is only permitted in areas designated by the Airport Director.

5.4 Aircraft must be completely removed from a hangar during fueling operations.

5.5 Self-fueling operations are prohibited without written approval from the Airport Director.

5.6 Fueling vehicles are not permitted inside of any hangar without approval from the Airport Director.

6.1 Flying Clubs are permitted at the Airport so long as their activities are consistent with FAA Policy 5190.6B and are approved by the Airport Director.

6.2 Flying Clubs shall submit to the office of the Airport Director a copy of all applicable governing documents including, but not limited to:

• The constitution and bylaws of the club, and any other documents of the club to substantiate their status.
• Club regulations and/or operating manuals.
• Articles of incorporation.

6.3 Flying Clubs shall at no time represent themselves as fixed based operators, flight schools or as businesses offering services to the general public.

6.4 Members of Flying Clubs who act as Certified Flying Instructors (CFI) and mechanics shall be permitted to receive either monetary compensation or discounted /waived regular club member dues but not both.

7.1 The pilot of an experimental, or home-built aircraft (“Experimental Pilot”) must hold a valid private pilot’s license prior to conducting a test flight at the Airport. In addition, the Experimental Pilot shall have performed a minimum of three takeoffs and landings within the preceding thirty days in an aircraft of like configuration, similarly equipped to the test aircraft.

7.2 Before beginning initial taxi tests, the Experimental Pilot must perform initial low speed, directional control and braking tests in a Non-Movement Area designated by the Airport Director. Subsequent taxi tests can be conducted in Movement Areas designated by the Airport Director in consultation with the ATCT Manager following completion of the Non Movement Area tests.

7.3 The Experimental Pilot must present a copy of the airworthiness certificate and any operating limitations issued by the Federal Aviation Administration to the Airport Director and the ATCT Manager prior to flight-testing.

7.4 In the interest of safety, the Experimental Pilot shall notify and receive approval from the Airport Director prior to the first five completed takeoffs and full-stop landings.

8.1 The Purdue University Airport averages more than 100,000 aircraft operations annually with a diverse mix of traffic including: student pilot activity, corporate general aviation flying, air ambulance services, and unscheduled large aircraft charters. As a matter of safety, the following Aeronautical Activities may only be conducted from the Airport pursuant to the Prior Permission Required (PPR) protocol:

• Aerial advertising/banner-towing
• Ballooning
• Crop dusting
• Glider Operations
• Para-sailing or para-gliding (whether or not motorized)
• Parachuting
• Skydiving, gliding, or hang-gliding
• Ultralight aircraft

Temporary approval may be granted from time to time by the Purdue University Airport Director, at her/his discretion, in coordination with the FAA.

8.2 Any proposed construction, or alteration, of a building/structure on Airport property must be submitted in writing to the Airport Director in advance of such construction or alteration. All evaluations will adhere to University, FAA, and State rules, restrictions, and ordinances.

9.1 The Airport Director is responsible for the day-to-day enforcement of the foregoing Rules and Regulations on behalf of Purdue University, the Airport Sponsor. The Airport Director may seek the assistance of law enforcement personnel as necessary. In accordance with FAA regulations, all persons with authorized access to the AOA shall be responsible for compliance with these rules, FAA regulations and the security of the AOA, and shall use every effort to prevent unauthorized access to the AOA.

9.2 Any Person whose act, or failure to act, results in a fine or penalty being assessed against the Airport by any federal, state or local government agency having jurisdiction over the Airport shall be fully liability for the payment or reimbursement of such fine or penalty in addition to the costs including attorney fees associated with the restitution, repair, or clean-up of conditions resulting from such violations

9.3 Any Person violating these Rules and Regulations is subject to

• Removal from Airport property
• Denied access to Airport property; Persona Non Grata
• Charged with a violation of the applicable criminal codes
• Fined in accordance with Purdue regulations.
• Subject to any other legal remedies that may be available to the Airport, or all of the above.