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IOWA CITY MUNICIPAL AIRPORT
MINIMUM STANDARDS
FOR
COMMERCIAL AERONAUTICAL ACTIVITIES
April 18, 2019
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MINIMUM STANDARDS
FOR
COMMERCIAL AERONAUTICAL ACTIVITIES
Table of Contents
I. Minimum Standards
A. Purpose
B. Introduction
C. Applicability
II. Definitions
III. Application
A. Contents of application
B. Hearing on application
IV. Standards and Limitations
V. Specific Requirements
A. Fixed Based Operator
B. Airframe and Powerplant Repair
C. Avionics, Instrument and Propeller Repair
D. Aircraft Charter and Air Taxi
E. Aircraft Rental
F. Aircraft Sales
G. Flight Instruction
H. Commercial Flying Club
I. Specialized Commercial Aeronautical Activities
J. Multiple Commercial Aeronautical Activities
K. Exempt Flying Clubs
VI. Enforcement
Appendix
Appendix 1 – Schedule of Minimum Operating Standards
Appendix 2 – Schedule of Fees and Charges
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I. MINIMUM STANDARDS
A. PURPOSE
These regulations prescribe minimum standards for the conduct of commercial aeronautical activities, defined
in Section II (6) below, at the Iowa City Municipal Airport, permitting the conduct of such activities.
B. INTRODUCTION
Prudent and proper administration requires that standards be adopted to establish the minimum acceptable
qualifications of participants, level and quality of service, and other conditions which will be required of those
proposing to conduct commercial aeronautical activities at the Airport. The requirement to impose standards
on those proposing to conduct commercial aeronautical activities on a public airport relates to the public
interest and provides protection from irresponsible, unsafe or inadequate service.
The adoption and enforcement of such standards ensures that the entity is reasonably fit, willing and able to
discharge both its service obligations to its patrons and its financial obligations to the Airport community and
thereby protects established commercial enterprises, the aviation user, and the public.
The standards established for any particular commercial aeronautical activity must be relevant to that activity,
must be reasonable in scope and must be applied objectively and uniformly. Standards, thus established and
applied, promote financial stability by discouraging unqualified applicants and foster the level of services
desired by the public.
C. APPLICABILITY
The effective dates of these Minimum Standards shall be the 14th day of February, 2002.
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II. DEFINITIONS
As used in these regulations, the following terms shall mean:
A. Commission: The Iowa City Airport Commission, formed pursuant to the Code of Iowa Chapter 330.
B. Aircraft: Aeronautical devices including, but not limited to powered aircraft, gliders, kites,
helicopters, gyrocopters, parachuting, ground-effect machines and balloons.
C. Aircraft Maintenance: The repair, adjustment or inspection of aircraft.
1. Major Repairs – major alterations to the airframe, powerplant, propeller and accessories as defined
in Part 43 of the Federal Aviation Regulations
2. Minor Repairs – normal, routine annual inspection with attendant maintenance, repair, calibration
or adjustment or repair of aircraft and their accessories.
D. Airport: The entirety of the Iowa City Municipal Airport.
E. Building: The main portion of each structure, including all projections or extensions and any future
additions or changes and shall include garages, outside platforms and docks, carports, canopies, eaves and
porches. Paving, ground cover, fences, signs and landscaping shall not be included.
F. Commercial Aeronautical Activity: Any commercial activity that relates to the operation of aircraft.
Such activity includes, but is not limited to charter operations, pilot training, aircraft rental and sightseeing,
aerial photography, crop dusting, aerial advertising and surveying, air taxi operations, aircraft sales and
services, sale of aviation petroleum products, repair and maintenance of aircraft and the sale of aircraft
parts.
G. Entity: Person, firm, corporation or partnership
H. Equipment: Any machinery, including supplies, tools and apparatus necessary to the proper conduct of
the activity being performed.
I. Exclusive Right: Federal Law expressly forbids the granting of an exclusive right to conduct a
commercial aeronautical activity on an airport developed or improved with federal funds.
J. Fixed Base Operator (FBO): An entity which maintains facilities at the Airport for the purpose of
engaging in the retail sale of aviation fuels, or subcontracts to make provisions for rental, flight instruction
and training, aircraft charter, aircraft airframe and engine repair, avionics sales, service and repairs.
K. Improvements: All buildings, structures and facilities including pavement, fencing, signs and landscaping
constructed, installed or placed on, under or above any leased area by or with the concurrence of a lessee.
Plans and specifications for all improvements must be approved in writing by the Commission for the
conformity with its building and construction standards.
L. Lease: A contractual agreement between the Commission and en entity granting a concession or
otherwise authorizing the conduct of certain activities, which is in writing and enforceable by law.
M. Repair Facility: A facility utilized for the repair of aircraft to include airframe, powerplant,
propellers, radios, instruments and accessories. Such facility must meet FAA standards for a Repair
Station.
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N. Service Operator or Operator: An entity that provides any one f the services listed in Section
V.B through V.J, inclusive.
O. Sublease: A lease granted by a lessee to any other entity of all or part of the property or business.
P Tie-Down: The area, paved or unpaved, suitable for parking and mooring of aircraft wherein suitable
tie-down points have been located.
Q Ramp: A paved area suitable for aircraft parking
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III. APPLICATIONS
A. CONTENTS OF APPLICATIONS
1. Applications to perform commercial aeronautical activities shall be in writing, filed with the Airport
Manager, and shall include the following information:
a. Name and Address
b. Proposed date for commencement of operations
c. Services to be offered
d. Amount, size, location of land to be leased
e. Description of buildings and improvements to be constructed or leased.
f. Number of aircraft to be employed
g. Hours of operation
h. Number and Types of Insurance coverage to be maintained
i. Evidence of financial responsibility from a bank or from such other source that may be readily
verified through normal banking channels
j. Evidence of financial capability to initiate operations and for the construction of buildings,
improvements and appurtenances and the ability to provide working capital to carry on the
contemplated operation, once initiated
k. Business plan consisting of cash flow and a profit and loss projection for the first five years of
operation together with a a market analysis supporting said projection. The market analysis will
include a written statement addressing the following points:
i. definition of target market
ii. intended market share
iii. percent of intended sales related to aircraft based at Iowa City Municipal Airport, if
applicable
iv. number of people to be employed
v. list of certification and licenses required
vi. list of products to be sold or distributed, if any, and list of manufacturer or distributor’s
requirements for obtaining dealership
vii. list of suppliers, subcontractors and associates as applicable
l. Statement of past experience in the specified aviation services proposed to be provided at the
Airport together with a statement setting forth personnel to be used for the operations and
experience data of said personnel.
m. Non-refundable application fee established by the Commission and based on estimated cost to the
Commission of processing the application.
2. Applications of sublessees of a Fixed Base Operator’s required service of Service Operators are exempt
from submitting information in e, j & k.
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B. HEARING ON APPLICATION
1. Upon receipt by the Airport Manager of an application complying with paragraph (A) above, the
Commission shall determine if the application warrants a public hearing. Public hearings are required for
any lease of more than three years. Should the Commission determine a public hearing is warranted,
paragraphs 2, 3 and 4 of this section apply.
2. Publication of the notice for a public hearing shall be no less than four (4) days before and no more than
twenty (20) days before the hearing in a newspaper of general circulation in Johnson County.
3. No public hearing shall be held unless the applicant or a duly appointed representative is present.
4. At the time of the public hearing, the Commission shall hear all evidence for and against the application.
After due deliberation the Commission shall render a written decision upon the application, which shall
become a matter of public record.
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IV. STANDARDS AND LIMITATIONS
1. The following standards have been developed after consideration of the above elements with special
attention to their applicability at the Airport. The standards set forth are applicable to the specific
commercial aeronautical activities addressed and must be met by an applicant desiring to conduct such
activities at the Airport.
2. The standards listed are the minimum which the Commission will require in agreements authorizing
commercial activities and unless specifically limited, do not preclude applicants from seeking greater
operating authority.
3. Prior to execution of an Agreement with the Commission, the prospective operator shall post a security
deposit in an amount as set by the Commission. The security deposit shall be kept in force for the duration
of the Agreement. The Commission shall retain any interest earned on security deposits invested by the
commission for three years. Interest is retained as an administrative fee.
4. Maintenance
Building maintenance, performed by the Airport Commission, will be negotiated with the tenant for each
individual building.
5. Insurance
a. The operator shall procure and maintain insurance of the types and the minimum limits set forth in
the Schedule of Minimum Operating Standards for the respective categories of aeronautical
services (See Appendix 1). The insurance company writing the required policy or policies shall be
licensed to do business in the State of Iowa.
b. All insurance which the operator is required to carry and keep in force shall include the City of
Iowa City and the Iowa City Airport Commission as additional named insured. The operator shall
furnish evidence of his compliance with this requirement to the Commission with proper
certification that such insurance is in force and will furnish additional certification as evidence of
changes in insurance not less than 10 days prior to any such change, if the change results in a
reduction. In the event of cancellation of coverages, the underwriter shall convey 30 days prior
notification to the Commission.
c. The applicable insurance coverages shall be in force during the period of any construction of the
operator’s facilities and/or prior to entry upon the Airport for the conduct of doing business.
d. The operator will be responsible for any damages arising from the negligent activity of it’s
officers, employees or agents acting within the scope of their employment, in the exercise of the
rights or in the performance of the obligations of these minimum standards.
6. Motor Vehicles on the Airport
a. The operator will control the transportation of pilots and passengers of transient general aviation
aircraft to and from the operator’s office to the operator’s apron tie-down areas. The operator
performing this service with motor vehicles driven on the airport ramp / taxiway system shall do
so only in accordance with Airport rules and regulations, as stated in the Iowa City Code of
Ordinances.
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b. The operator shall procure and maintain for any of its motor vehicles that are operated on the
Airport, proper motor vehicle liability insurance.
7. Aircraft Leaseback, Sublease, or other Aircraft Operating Agreements.
a. All aircraft leases, leasebacks, subleases or other aircraft operating agreements involving
commercial activity between an aircraft owner/ operator and other parties operating at the Airport
shall conform to the standards stipulated in sections IV and V, for the respective aeronautical
activities being performed under the agreement.
b. A copy of all such agreements shall be provided to the Commission upon the execution of the
agreements.
c. All aircraft leases, leasebacks, subleases or other aircraft operating agreements involving
commercial aircraft activity at or from the Airport shall include the following “This agreement
shall not violate the Minimum Standards for Commercial Aeronautical Activities as set by the
Iowa City Municipal Airport nor shall this instrument be used for the purpose of evading Iowa
City Municipal Airport Rules and Regulations.”
8. Fees
a. The operator shall pay the standard fees as specified in appendix 2 by the Commission. Such fees
shall be specifically included in the Agreement executed with the Commission.
b. Any concession activity conducted on the leased premises shall also be subject to the standard
rates and charges set by the Commission in appendix 2.
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V. SPECIFIC REQUIREMENTS
1. Prior to the commencement of operations, the operator will be required to enter into a written agreement
with the Airport Commission. The agreement shall city the terms and conditions under which he will
operate his business on the Airport, including, but not limited to, the rentals, fees, charges, and the rights
and obligations of the respective parties. Such agreement provisions, however, will neither change,
modify, nor be inconsistent with the Minimum Standards.
2. Facilities – For construction of any new facilities, the operator will be subject to the same standards of
development as are contained in the Airport Master Plan, and Design and Development Guidelines.
A. FIXED BASE OPERATOR (FBO)
1. General:
A Fixed Base Operator (FBO) is an entity that maintains major facilities at the Airport for the purpose of
conducting:
a. Retail sale of aviation fuels and associated line service
b. Flight instruction
c. Aircraft rental
d. Aircraft charter
e. Aircraft airframe and engine repair
f. Other aviation related services, with prior written approval from the Commission
2. Minimum Standards for services provided:
a. Ground Space and Improvements
i. The minimum ground space to be leased for new FBO site construction shall be 20,000
square feet.
ii. The principal buildings used by the FBO shall have space for crew, passengers lounge,
public restrooms, sales / rental administration, aircraft charter and flight instruction and
training activities.
iii. Paved tie-down facilities shall be provided
iv. A hangar with a minimum of 3,600 square feet of floor space shall be provided within
which aircraft airframe and engine repair activities, avionics, instrument and/or propeller
repair, if proposed, will be performed. Suitable inside and outside storage space for
aircraft before and after maintenance shall be provided.
3. Scope of service for services provided:
a. Fueling
i. The FBO shall lease fuel storage space from the fuel tanks provided by the Commission,
unless other terms are negotiated with the Commission. The FBO shall be responsible for
the purchase of their own fuel and accurate monthly reporting of the fuel flowage to the
airport manager.
ii. Fueling line services shall be provided by the FBO seven days a week, from sunrise to
sunset.
a. Provide fuel dispensing equipment capable of safe and efficient servicing of all
types of general aviation aircraft
b. Dispensing equipment shall have a double filtering system for water and
contaminates and a meter with printing capabilities.
c. Mobile refuelers shall have a minimum dispensing capacity of 350 gallons for
each grade of fuel. Separate dispensing pumps for each grade of fuel are required.
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iii. The Iowa City Airport will collect a flowage fee and fuel farm infrastructure lease fee.
Flowage fee will be set and re-evaluated by the Commission in accordance to the written
agreements of those utilizing the Commission owned fuel tanks.
iv. FBO shall maintain current fuel reports on file and available for auditing at any time by
the airport manager or designated representative.
b. Line Services
i. Provide adequate tie-down facilities and equipment, including ropes, chains, and other
types of restraining devices and wheel chocks.
ii. Provide adequate loading, unloading and towing equipment to safely and efficiently move
aircraft as necessary.
iii. Provide proper equipment for repairing and inflating aircraft tires, servicing oleo struts,
changing oil, washing aircraft and aircraft windows, and recharging or energizing
discharged aircraft batteries and starters.
iv. Provide conveniently located, heated and air conditioned lounte or waiting rooms for
passengers and crews that will be maintained in a clean and sanitary manner. At least on
telephone will be provided for public use.
c. Aircraft Airframe and Engine Repair
i. See Section V.B for specific requirements
d. Flight Instruction
i. See Section V.G for specific requirements
e. Aircraft Sales
i. See section V.F for specific requirements
f. Aircraft Rental
i. See section V.E for specific requirements
g. Aircraft Charter and Air Taxi
i. See section V.D for specific requirements
h. Avionics, Instrument or Propeller Repair
i. See section V.C for specific requirements
4. Insurance Coverage
Operator shall provide certificates of current insurance coverages in the amounts as set by the
Commission.
5. Miscellaneous Requirements
a. Rates and charges for areas under control of the FBO, including aircraft parking, tie-down and
storage, shall be subject to written approval of the Commission. All rates and charges shall be
reasonable and be equally and fairly applied to all users of its services. All rates and charges will
be filed with the Airport Manager.
b. All sublease agreements must receive prior written approval of the Commission.
B. AIRFRAME AND POWERPLAN REPAIR
1. General
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An Airframe and Powerplant Repair Facility Operator is an entity qualified to provide one or a
combination of airframe and powerplant repair services. This category of service will also include the sale
of aircraft parts and accessories.
2. Minimum Standards
a. Ground Space and Improvements:
Operator shall lease from the Commission a hangar or an area of land on which to erect a building
or sublease from an FBO with approval of the Commission to provide:
i. Sufficient hangar space for airframe and powerplant repair services.
ii. Adequate floor space for office, customer lounge and restrooms that shall be properly
heated and lighted and provided with telephone facilities for customer use.
b. If not already provided, Operator shall provide a paved aircraft apron to accommodate aircraft
movement from its facility to the Airport’s taxiway system.
3. Scope of Service
a. Operator shall provide trained personnel in such numbers as are required to meet the minimum
standards set forth in this category but never less than one person currently certificated by the
Federal Aviation Administration with ratings appropriate to the work being performed and who
hold airframe, powerplant or aircraft inspector ratings.
b. Operator shall provide suitable tractors, tow bars, jacks, dollies, and other equipment, supplies and
parts required to provide professional service.
4. Insurance Coverage
Operator shall provide certificates of insurance providing the coverages in the amounts as set by the
Commission.
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C. AVIONICS, INSTRUMENT AND PROPELLER REPAIR
1. General
An Avionics, Instrument and Propeller Repair Facility Operator is an entity engaged in the business of and
providing a facility for the repair of aircraft radios and electrical systems, instruments, propellers and other
accessories for aircraft. This category includes the sale of aircraft parts and accessories of the type
repaired.
2. Minimum Standards
a. Ground Space and Improvements
i. Operator shall lease from the Commission a hangar or an area of land on which shall be
erected a building (or sublease from an FBO with approval of the Commission) to provide:
1. Sufficient floor space to store two (2) aircraft
2. Adequate floor space for office, shop, customer lounge, restrooms, all properly
heated and lighted, and telephone facilities for customer use.
ii. If not already provided, Operator shall provide a paved aircraft apron to accommodate
movement of aircraft from its facility to the taxiway complex.
3. Scope of Service
a. Operator shall provide trained personnel in such numbers as are required to meet the minimum
standards set forth in this category but never less than one person currently certificated by the
Federal Aviation Administration with ratings appropriate to the work being performed.
b. Operator shall provide suitable tractors, tow bars, jacks, dollies, and other equipment, supplies and
parts required to provide professional service.
4. Insurance Coverage
Operator shall provide certificates of insurance providing the coverages in the amounts as set by the
Commission.
D. AIRCRAFT CHARTER AND AIR TAXI
1. General
An Aircraft Charter and Air Taxi Operator is an entity engaged in the business of providing air
transportation under FAR Part 135 for persons or property to the general public for hire, either on a
commercial charter basis or as an air taxi operator.
2. Minimum Standards
a. Ground Space and Improvements
i. Operator shall lease from the Commission a hangar or an area of land on which will be
erected a building (or sublease from an FBO with approval of the Commission) suitable
provided to accommodate the public.
ii. Operator shall provide hangar space or lease a paved tie0down area with adequate
facilities to park aircraft, with paved-access to taxiways.
iii. Provide a counter area for the proper check in of passengers and baggage adjacent to its
lounge facilities.
iv. The principal buildings used by the operator shall have space allocated and utilized for
crew, passenger lounges, public restrooms, and administration.
b. Scope of Service
i. Operator shall have available for charter FAA Part 135 certified aircraft, all which must
meet the requirements of the Air Taxi Commercial Certificate held by the operator. The
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aircraft may be either owned or under written lease to operator for the duration of the
lease. The operator must provide a copy of such agreement to the Commission.
ii. Operator shall employ a sufficient number of qualified commercial or airline transport
rated pilots.
iii. Operator shall have and provide evidence of a FAR Part 135 certificate.
3. Insurance Coverage
Operator shall provide certificates of insurance providing the coverages in amounts as set by the
Commission.
E. AIRCRAFT RENTAL
1. General
An Aircraft Rental Operator is an entity engaged in the rental of aircraft to the public.
2. Minimum Standards
a. Ground Space and Improvements
i. Operator shall lease from the Commission a hangar or an area of land on which
will be erected a building (or sublease from an FBO with approval of the
Commission) suitably provided to accommodate the public.
ii. Provide suitable public counter space for the transaction of rental business
iii. Operator shall provide hangar space or lease a paved tie-down area with adequate
facilities to park aircraft, with paved access to taxiways.
b. Scope of Service
i. Operator shall have available for rental, either owned or under written lease to
operator, (a copy of such lease shall be provided to the Commission) at least two
aircraft, at least one being a four-place singe engine aircraft, based in Iowa City.
The four place aircraft shall be capable of flight under instrument conditions.
ii. Operator shall have in its employ trained personnel in such numbers as are
required to meet the minimum standards in an efficient manner but never less than
one person have a current flight instructor rating, current in all models offered for
rental.
iii. Rental aircraft shall be in airworthiness condition at the time of rental and have all
inspection information and certificates available. Aircraft shall meet all FAA
requirements for rental.
iv. Maintain current, up-to-date specifications, checklists, and operations manuals for
all types of model aircraft rented.
3. Insurance Coverage
Operator shall provide certificates of insurance providing the coverages in amounts as set by the
Commission.
F. AIRCRAFT SALES
1. General
An Aircraft Sales Facility Operator is an entity engaged in the sale of new or used aircraft.
2. Minimum Standards
a. Ground Space and Improvements
i. Operator shall lease from the Commission a hangar or an area of land on which
will be erected a building (or sublease from an FBO with approval of the
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Commission) that is suitably provided with heating and air conditioning and with
accommodations for an office.
ii. Operator shall provide hangar space or lease a paved area with adequate tie0down
facilities to park aircraft, with paved access to taxiways.
iii. The principal buildings used by the operator shall have space allocated and utilized
for sales administration, restrooms for employees and public.
b. Scope of Service
i. Operator shall provide, or have available on call, sufficient aircraft of each model
offered for sale, for the purpose of demonstration.
ii. Operator shall employ, or have available on call, a sufficient number of pilots with
instrument and instructor ratings, current in all models to be demonstrated.
iii. If involved in new aircraft sales, provide a sales or distributorship franchise from a
recognized aircraft manufacturer and maintain one demonstration model of such
aircraft.
iv. Maintain current, up-to-date specifications, price lists, checklists, and operations
manuals for all types of model aircraft sold.
3. Insurance Coverage
Operator shall provide certificates of insurance providing the coverages and in the amounts as set
by the Commission.
G. FLIGHT INSTRUCTION
1. General
A Flight Training Facility Operator is an entity engaged in instructing pilots in dual and solo
flight training, in fixed or rotary wing aircraft, and provides such related ground school
instruction as is necessary preparation for taking a written examination and flight check for the
category or categories o pilot’s license and rating involved.
2. Minimum Standards
a. Ground Space and Improvements
i. Operator shall lease from the Commission a hangar or an area of land on which
will be erected a building (or sublease space from an FBO with approval of
Commission) suitable provided to accommodate the public.
ii. Operator shall provide hangar space or lease a paved area with adequate tie-down
facilities to park aircraft, with paved access to taxiways.
iii. Provide, at a minimum, an office, classroom, and briefing room space required by
FAR Part 141, with adequate mockups, pictures, slides, filmstrips and other visual
aids to support flight–training activity.
b. Scope of Services
i. An Operator of fixed-wing flight instruction shall have available for use in flight
instruction, either owned or under written lease to lessee, certificated and currently
airworthy aircraft, to include a minimum of two fixed-wing, single-engine type
aircraft. One aircraft shall be equipped and capable for use in instrument flight
instruction.
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ii. An Operator of rotary-wing flight instruction shall have available for use, either
owned or under written lease to lessee, certificated and currently airworthy aircraft,
to include a minimum of one rotary-wing aircraft.
ii. Operator will have in its employ sufficient flight and ground instructors who meet
the standards expressed under the FAA FARs as certified flight or ground
instructor.
iii. Maintain the premises open for light training a minimum of five hours daily and
additionally available to meet the public demand for this service.
c. Insurance Coverage
Operator shall provide certificates of insurance providing the coverages and in the
amounts as set by the Commission
H. COMMERCIAL FLYING CLUB
1. General
A Commercial Flying Club is an entity engaged in the ownership and/or lease of aircraft and
providing flying services for its members but which does not meet the rigid requirements
established for Exempt Flying Clubs established in Section V.(K).
2. Minimum Standards
a. Ground Space and Improvements
i. Operator shall lease from the Commission a hangar or an area of land on which
will be erected a building (or sublease from an FBO with approval of the
Commission) with accommodations for members and visitors.
ii. Operator shall provide hangar space or lease a paved area with tie-down facilities
to park aircraft with paved access to taxiways.
b. Scope of Service
i. Operator shall have available for use in its services, either owned or under written
lease to Operator, certificated and currently airworthy aircraft.
ii. If Operator conducts flight training, it shall have in its employ or as members
sufficient flight instructors who have been properly certificated by the FAA and
shall meet the requirements of Section G.
iii. Operator shall have its premises open and services available to meet the demand of
its members.
c. Insurance Coverage
Operator shall provide certificates of insurance providing the coverages and in the
amounts as set by the Commission.
I. SPECIALIZED COMMERCIAL AERONAUTICAL ACTIVITIES
1. General
A Specialized Commercial Aeronautical Activity is an entity engaged in aircraft support service
or in air transportation for hire for the purpose of providing the use of aircraft for the activities
listed below:
a. Non-stop sightseeing flights
b. Aerial photography or survey
c. Fire fighting
d. Power line, underground cable, or pipeline patrol
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e. Aircraft Painting facilities
Ag Spraying g. Other miscellaneous activities directly related to aviation business.
2. Minimum Standards
a. Ground Space and Improvements
i. Operator shall sublease space and facilities adequate for its operations from the
Airport Commission.
ii. Operators providing services involving, aircraft painting or other commercial use
of chemicals, shall provide a centrally drained, paved area of sufficient size to
facilitate aircraft. Operator shall also provide for the safe storage and containment
of hazardous chemical materials. Such storage facilities shall be in a location on
the Airport designated by the Commission, which will provide the greatest
safeguard to the public.
iii. Any painting operations shall be done in facilities meeting EPA and OSHA
requirements.
iv. The principal buildings used by the operator shall have space allocated and utilized
for staff, public, restrooms, and administration.
b. Scope of Service
i. When required by the nature of its operation, operator shall provide and have
based on its leasehold, either owned or under written lease to lessee, at least one
aircraft which will be airworthy, meeting all FAA requirements with applicable
regulations of the State of Iowa with respect to the type of activity to be
performed.
ii. Operator shall provide by means of an office or a telephone, a point of contract for
the public desiring to utilize the lessee’s services.
iii. Operator shall have and provide evidence of all proper FAA certificates required
for the activity.
c. Insurance Coverage
Operator shall provide certificates of current insurance coverages and in the amounts as
set by the Commission.
3. Ag Spraying Operations Additional Standards
a. Ground Space and Improvements
i. Operator will be assigned a location at the discretion of the Airport Operations
Specialist or their designee
b. Operating Responsibilities
i. Operator will submit prior to activity the following:
1. Copy of IDALS Pesticide Applicator License
2. Iowa DOT Ag Aviation Operation Form
3. Copy of Part 137 Operating Certificate
4. Operating Fee
Operating Fee (for the season) shall be either:
(a) $500 + $.10 per gallon flowage fee for temporary self-
fueling tank; or
(b) $250 with fuel purchased from IOW supplier
c. Insurance Requirements
1. Operator shall provide proof of liability insurance naming the City of Iowa
City, and Iowa City Airport Commission as additional insured.
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2, Insurance coverages shall include at minimum:
(a) Non-Chemical Liability: $1,000,000
(b) Chemical Liability: $100,000 bodily injury/$300,000 per occurrence
and $300,000 property damage per occurrence
(c) Provider shall be rated A or higher from A.M. Best
d. Mandatory reporting of any spillage of fuel or chemicals within 24 hours of spill event,
operator to pay any costs associated with clean-up.
e. Operator shall comply with all rules and regulations set forth by Federal Aviation
Administration (FAA), Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), Occupational Safety &
Health Administration (OSHA), Iowa Department of Agriculture & Land Stewardship
(IDALS), Iowa Department of Transportation (IDOT) and all other pertinent regulations.
f. Airport Operations Specialist shall provide a certificate permitting operations once all
required documentation and payment of fees is received.
J. MULTIPLE COMMERCIAL AERONAUTICAL ACTIVITIES
1. General
An operator in this classification offers a combination of commercial aeronautical activities as
defined in Sections V(B.) through V(I.). As a condition to engage in any combination of
activities, the Minimum Standards relevant to all of them must be met.
2. Minimum Standards
a. Ground Space and Improvements
The Minimum Standards for each commercial aeronautical activity proposed will be
reviewed to insure the combined ground space and improvements required for the
proposed activities adequately serve the needs of the Airport and its patrons.
b. Insurance Coverage
Operator shall provide certificates of current insurance coverages and in the amounts as
set by the Commission
K. EXEMPT FLYING CLUBS
1. General
To be exempt from the requirements of the Minimum Standards, all of the following conditions
must be met. Violation of such conditions shall be ground for termination of exempt status.
a. Club must be non-profit corporation
b. Each member must be a bona fide owner of the aircraft, a member of the corporation, or
partner in the partnership.
c. Club may not derive profit from the operations, maintenance, or replacement of its aircraft
d. Club aircraft will not be for commercial operations
e. Club shall file a copy of its by-laws, Articles of Association, partnership or other
documentation supporting its existence and shall keep current with the Airport Manager a
complete list of the Club’s Membership, including names of Officers and Directors;
evidence that ownership of Club aircraft is vested in the Club; and operating rules of the
Club. The books and other records of the Club shall be available for review at any
reasonable time by the Airport Manager or designee.
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2. Insurance Coverage
Operator shall provide certificates of current insurance coverages and in the amounts as set by the
Commission.
VI. ENFORCEMENT
An entity failing to comply with these Minimum standards for Commercial Aeronautical Activities my
be prohibited from using, utilizing, or in any other manner operation on, or in connection with, the Iowa
City Municipal Airport
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Minimum Standards
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Appendix 1
SCHEDULE OF MINIMUM OPERATING STANDARDS
OPERATORS LAND BUILDING PERSONNEL
(Qualified)
SPECIAL AIRCRAFT EQUIP-
and/or
SERVICE
HOURS INSURANCE
AIRCRAFT SALES Not
Specified
Lease Hangar or
FBO Sublessee
1 Dealer (New
Aircraft)
1 Each Type Repair &
Service
Set by Iowa City
Airport Commission
REPAIR (Airframe and/or
Powerplant)
Not
Specified
Lease Hangar or
FBO Sublessee
1 Part 145 NA Yes Set by Iowa City
Airport Commission
AIRCRAFT RENTAL Not
Specified
Lease Hangar or
FBO Sublessee
1 1 Own or Lease NA Public
Demand
Set by Iowa City
Airport Commission
FLIGHT TRAINING Not
Specified
Lease Hangar or
FBO Sublessee
1 FAA Certified
Flight Instructor
2 Fixed-Wing (1 IFR
certified); 1 rotary-wing
(VFR);
NA Public
Demand
Set by Iowa City
Airport Commission
AVIONICS, INSTRUMENT
PROPELLER REPAIR
Not
Specified
Lease Hangar or
FBO Sublessee
1 FAA approved
Repair Station
NA Yes Set by Iowa City
Airport Commission
AIR TAXI & NON-
SCHEDULED
Not
Specified
Lease Hangar or
FBO Sublessee
1 Part 135 1 Own or Lease NA Public
Demand
Set by Iowa City
Airport Commission
FIXED BASE OPERATOR 20,000*sq.
ft.
3,600sq.ft. SEE MINIMUM OPERATING STANDARDS Set by Iowa City
Airport Commission
MULTIPLE COMMERCIAL
AERONAUTICAL
ACTIVITIES
SEE MINIMUM OPERATING STANDARDS Set by Iowa City
Airport Commission
SPECIALIZED
COMMERCIAL
AERONAUTICAL
ACTIVITIES
SEE MINIMUM OPERATING STANDARDS Set by Iowa City
Airport Commission
FLYING CLUBS SEE MINIMUM OPERATING STANDARDS Set by Iowa City
Airport Commission
*Required for new FBO sites