Airfield Driving Rules

Airfield Driving Rules

Where Do You Need to Drive? If you need vehicular access onto areas marked green or yellow then you must have a valid Middle Wallop Airfield Driving Permit (ADP), otherwise your vehicle must be escorted by an ADP holder

Types of ADP Two types of ADP are issued at Middle Wallop - yellow and green.

Types of ADP A yellow ADP allows driving on dispersals only.

Types of ADP A green ADP allows driving on dispersals and access onto the airfield with Air Traffic Control permission.

Types of ADP ADPs at Middle Wallop are issued in accordance with Military Aviation Authority Procedures.

Yellow ADP This training package is for a yellow ADP at Middle Wallop and comprises:

Yellow ADP This training package is for a yellow ADP at Middle Wallop and comprises: Flight safety

Yellow ADP This training package is for a yellow ADP at Middle Wallop and comprises: Flight safety Dispersals at Middle Wallop

Yellow ADP This training package is for a yellow ADP at Middle Wallop and comprises: Flight safety Dispersals at Middle Wallop General driving rules

Yellow ADP This training package is for a yellow ADP at Middle Wallop and comprises: Flight safety Dispersals at Middle Wallop General driving rules Multiple choice test

Airfield Driving Brief The purpose of this training package is to:

Airfield Driving Brief The purpose of this training package is to: Ensure flight safety

Airfield Driving Brief The purpose of this training package is to: Ensure flight safety Prevent runway incursions

Airfield Driving Brief The purpose of this training package is to: Ensure flight safety Prevent runway incursions Prevent unauthorised vehicles driving on dispersals

Airfield Driving Brief The purpose of this training package is to: Ensure flight safety Prevent runway incursions Prevent unauthorised vehicles driving on dispersals Ensure vehicles are driven safely on the airfield at Middle Wallop

Behaviour Affecting FLIGHT SAFETY

Behaviour Affecting Flight Safety Failing to follow procedures

Behaviour Affecting Flight Safety Failing to follow procedures Poor communications

Behaviour Affecting Flight Safety Failing to follow procedures Poor communications Poor knowledge of airfield layout

Behaviour Affecting Flight Safety Failing to follow procedures Poor communications Poor knowledge of airfield layout Loss of situational awareness

Behaviour Affecting Flight Safety Failing to follow procedures Poor communications Poor knowledge of airfield layout Loss of situational awareness Assumptions

Behaviour Affecting Flight Safety Failing to follow procedures Poor communications Poor knowledge of airfield layout Loss of situational awareness Assumptions Lost unescorted vehicles

Airfield OPENING HOURS

Airfield Opening Hours Monday - Thursday, 0800hrs to 0200hrs (or the cessation of night flying)

Airfield Opening Hours Monday Thursday, 0800hrs to 0200hrs (or the cessation of night flying) Friday 0800 hrs to 1700 hrs

Airfield Opening Hours Monday Thursday, 0800hrs to 0200hrs (or the cessation of night flying) Friday 0800 hrs to 1700 hrs During these times an Air Traffic Control Service is being provided and the Airfield Driving Permit rules apply

Driving on DISPERSALS

Driving on Dispersals To access dispersals you must have a yellow Airfield Driving Permit (ADP)

Driving on Dispersals To access dispersals you must have a yellow Airfield Driving Permit (ADP) If you do not have a yellow ADP you must be escorted onto dispersal by an ADP holder

Driving on the AIRFIELD

Driving on the Airfield To access the airfield you must have a green Airfield Driving Permit (ADP)

Driving on the Airfield To access the airfield you must have a green Airfield Driving Permit (ADP) If you do not have a green ADP you must be escorted onto the airfield by a green ADP holder and have permission from ATC

Driving on Dispersals

Driving on Dispersals This presentation is for a yellow ADP

Driving on Dispersals This presentation is for a yellow ADP If you require a green (ADP) then stop this presentation and select the appropriate package

Dispersals There are four dispersals at Middle Wallop, shown in relation to numbered aircraft hangars. Foxtrot (Grob Tutors) 1 2 3 5 4 Alpha (Apaches) Romeo (Squirrel, Gazelle Delta Lynx, Bell 212 (D&T Squadron Gazelle / Lynx Visiting helicopters) Visiting Islanders) Fire Station Air Traffic Control Tower

Airfield Driving Rules Reference: MAA Manual of Military Air Traffic Management, Chapter 18

Airfield Driving Rules During Daylight Hours vehicles must:

Airfield Driving Rules During Daylight Hours vehicles must: Give way to aircraft. The only exception is that vehicles towing an aircraft have right of way over taxiing aircraft

Airfield Driving Rules During Daylight Hours vehicles must: Give way to aircraft. The only exception is that vehicles towing an aircraft have right of way over taxiing aircraft Conform to the UK Rules of the Road

Airfield Driving Rules During Daylight Hours vehicles must: Give way to aircraft. The only exception is that vehicles towing an aircraft have right of way over taxiing aircraft Conform to the UK Rules of the Road Keep at least 50 metres away from taxiing aircraft

Airfield Driving Rules During Daylight Hours vehicles must NOT:

Airfield Driving Rules During Daylight Hours vehicles must NOT: Be reversed unless guided by a marshaller

Airfield Driving Rules During Daylight Hours vehicles must NOT: Be reversed unless guided by a marshaller Overtake aircraft or other moving vehicles

Airfield Driving Rules During Daylight Hours vehicles must NOT: Be reversed unless guided by a marshaller Overtake aircraft or other moving vehicles Be parked on, or near, a taxiway

Airfield Driving Rules During Daylight Hours vehicles must NOT: Be reversed unless guided by a marshaller Overtake aircraft or other moving vehicles Be parked on, or near, a taxiway Be driven onto the grass airfield or airfield perimeter track without a green ADP and permission of ATC

Airfield Driving Rules At night, daytime rules apply and also:

Airfield Driving Rules At night, daytime rules apply and also: Vehicles must have serviceable hazard warning lights or carry a serviceable red torch for use in the event of a breakdown

Airfield Driving Rules At night, daytime rules apply and also: Vehicles must have serviceable hazard warning lights or carry a serviceable red torch for use in the event of a breakdown Headlights must be fully serviceable and properly set in focus

Airfield Driving Rules At night, daytime rules apply and also: Moving vehicles should use dipped headlights. Sidelights can be used when the vehicle is stationary

Airfield Driving Rules At night, daytime rules apply and also: Moving vehicles should use dipped headlights. Sidelights can be used when the vehicle is stationary Vehicles towing aircraft are to display the correct illuminated triangle sign on the front of the vehicle

Airfield Driving at Night Do not drive on any part of the airfield at night unless you have an operational need to do so

In the Event of a Breakdown Switch on your hazard warning lights

In the Event of a Breakdown Switch on your hazard warning lights Raise the bonnet if possible during daylight hours

In the Event of a Breakdown Switch on your hazard warning lights Raise the bonnet if possible during daylight hours Inform ATC as soon as possible

In the Event of a Breakdown Switch on your hazard warning lights Raise the bonnet if possible during daylight hours Inform ATC as soon as possible Stay with your vehicle and wait for assistance

Airfield Speed Limits During daylight hours:

Airfield Speed Limits During daylight hours: 10 mph on dispersal

Airfield Speed Limits During daylight hours: 10 mph on dispersal 30 mph on the airfield or the perimeter track

Airfield Speed Limits During daylight hours: 10 mph on dispersal 30 mph on the airfield or the perimeter track At night:

Airfield Speed Limits During daylight hours: 10 mph on dispersal 30 mph on the airfield or the perimeter track At night: 10 mph on dispersal

Airfield Speed Limits During daylight hours: 10 mph on dispersal 30 mph on the airfield or the perimeter track At night: 10 mph on dispersal 20 mph on the airfield or on the perimeter track

Airfield Speed Limits The only exceptions to airfield speed limits are:

Airfield Speed Limits The only exceptions to airfield speed limits are: Emergency vehicles attending an incident

Airfield Speed Limits The only exceptions to airfield speed limits are: Emergency vehicles attending an incident Vehicles ordered to expedite by ATC

Dispersal LIGHTING

Dispersal Lighting The following lighting is switched on at night or in poor weather during the day:

Dispersal Lighting The following lighting is switched on at night or in poor weather during the day: Blue edge lighting on Romeo and Alpha dispersals

Dispersal Lighting The following lighting is switched on at night or in poor weather during the day: Blue edge lighting on Romeo and Alpha dispersals Green taxiway lighting on Alpha dispersal

Dispersal Lighting The following lighting is switched on at night or in poor weather during the day: Blue edge lighting on Romeo and Alpha dispersals Green taxiway lighting on Alpha dispersal Red lights on all airfield obstructions (this includes aircraft remaining on dispersal overnight)

Foreign Object DEBRIS

Foreign Object Debris FOD is any rubbish or any other item left on the airfield which can be picked up by rotor downwash or propeller wash and is therefore a significant risk to flight safety

Foreign Object Debris If you see FOD, no matter how insignificant it may seem, pick it up and dispose of it safely

Foreign Object Debris If you see FOD, no matter how insignificant it may seem, pick it up and dispose of it safely If you are unable to pick up the FOD inform ATC as soon as possible

Foreign Object Debris If you see FOD, no matter how insignificant it may seem, pick it up and dispose of it safely If you are unable to pick up the FOD inform ATC as soon as possible Remember if you get out of a vehicle on the airfield you must wear a high visibility jacket

Validity of your ADP Your ADP is valid for twelve months from the date of issue After twelve months you will need to retake this test to have your permit renewed It is your responsibility to ensure that your ADP remains valid Your ADP must be in your possession whilst you are driving on dispersals

Multiple Choice Test There now follows a 10 question multiple choice test on what has been covered You must achieve a score of 100% You are allowed two attempts at questions If you fail to answer two questions you will be asked to study the presentation again