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HomeMy WebLinkAbout11-09-1988 Meeting., . ~ • MINUTES NOVEMBER g, 1988 1. The meeting was called to order at 6:11 P.M. by Chairman Guy Sutherland. MEMBERS PRESENT: Chairman Guy Sutherland, Vice Chairman Larry Tucker, Secretary Steve Gillett, Members Cliff Hyde, Mike Miller, and John Ladd. MEMBERS ABSENT: None OTHERS PRESENT: Debby Rihn, H & R Aviation; Tom Helenberg, Gulf Central Aviation; Jerry Savoy, Don Swor, Joe Brooks, Don R. Shipp, H. J. Wood, Jr., and A. C. Schupp, P.E.; aircraft owners. 2. The minutes of the October 12, 1988 meeting were read. Motion was made by Vice Chairman Larry Tucker to approve the minutes as presented and seconded by Member John Ladd. Motion was unanimous. 3. The proposed airport rules and regulations were discussed. Member Mike Miller related that he has been approached by pilots at the airport concerning the proposed traffic pattern. There were objections to the establishment of a pattern at all, and in particular the provision that only forty-five (~45) degree entry on the downwind leg is permitted. There was discussion among the members on the need for the pattern, and the various components of the pattern. Chairman Guy Sutherland then opened the meeting for comments. Citizen H. J. Wood, Jr., aircraft owner, based at Gulf Central, addressed the Board. He expressed concern over adopting a tight set of rules that are not common to the rest of the country causing problems. Because the pilot is ultimately in control, the word "shall" can adversely impact safety. Joe Brooks, aircraft owner, expressed concern that the prohibition against crosswind approaches makes checking the wind sock difficult, if not impossible. Debby Rihn, H & R Aviation, stated that a tower installation would not necessarily improve operations. Crosswind entry should not be prohibited. The rule should not state "shall enter at a forty-five (45) degree angle to the downwind leg", but "should enter, etc." Ms. Rihn also objected to the prohibition of intersection take-offs. Minutes November 9, 1988 Page Two Member Mike Miller related that the proposed Rules and Regulations differ to the Federal Aviation Regulations (FAR), and the FAR allows deviation at the pilot"s discretion. Secretary Steve Gillett questioned the group about the main objections. The group agreed that the main concern was the prohibition of crosswind approaches and intersection take-offs. Secretary Steve Gillett made a motion to approve the proposed rules and regulations, subject to Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) approval, with the substitution that the word "shall" be changed to "should" in Rule 28e; and Rule 28g be amended to read "Intersection take-offs are discouraged, except in cases where they would not infringe on take-off or landing rights of other aircraft." The motion was seconded by Member Mike Miller. Member Cliff Hyde objected to the motion. Vice Chairman Larry Tucker recommended that the original wording be used, and the exception be added at the end. Secretary Steve Gillett amended his motion to reflect the Vice Chairman~s recommendation. Member Cliff Hyde made a motion to amend Secretary Steve Gillett"s motion to leave Rule 28e as originally presented; and revise 28g as amended by Secretary Steve Gillett with an added sentence to read, "However, aircraft shall not use an intersection take-off to take advantage of their position to cut in front of another aircraft ready for take-off or on final approach to land." The motion was seconded by Vice Chairman Larry Tucker. Chairman Guy Sutherland called to question. Those voting in favor were Chairman Guy Sutherland, Vice Chairman Larry Tucker , Members Cliff Hyde and John Ladd; opposed Secretary Steve Gillett and Member Mike Miller. Original motion was voted on with Chairman Guy Sutherland, Vice Chairman Larry Tucker, Members Cliff Hyde and John Ladd voting in favor and Secretary Steve Gillett and Member Mike Miller opposed. Rules and Regulations will be sent to the FAA, and then to City Council for approval. 4. Airport Manager Steve Gillett related that the Airport Fund will receive one hundred fifty thousand ($150,000.00) dollars from oil and gas leases. These monies can only be allocated to the Airport. 5. Chairman Guy Sutherland questioned what needs to be done to reclaim property from the National Guard lease. Secretary Steve Gillett related that the proposed master plan update would address this. ~ • Minutes November g, 1988 Page Three 6. Motion to adjourn was made by Member Mike Miller and seconded by Member John Ladd. Motion was unanimous. Meeting was adjourned at 9:00 P.M. Respectfully Submitted, Steve Gill tt, Se etary PASSED AND APPROVED: ON THIS DAY .~~ , 19 d 0 G U ERLAND, CHAIRMAN