- (1) After a site approval certificate is issued, the owner must submit detailed construction drawings to the Bureau for approval. The drawings must include a summary of quantities sheet that
show the materials to be used and the estimated quantities of these materials. A typical section of the proposed construction of the helipad, along with a scaled layout plan of the heliport and other appurtenances shall be included with the drawings. The owner must present an obstruction evaluation analysis that meets the requirements of Section 450-9-6.11. The physical layout of all Public Use heliports and appurtenances must meet the standards set forth in FAA Advisory Circular 150/5390-2,
Heliport Design, as amended. The requirements for the physical layout of the heliport and appurtenances for all Private-Use and Hospital heliports must meet the requirements of Section 450-9-6.11 for the license category for which application has been made. Once the plans and specifications have been approved,
the owner is authorized to proceed with the construction of the facility. - (2) Once the heliport has been completed, the owner must contact the Bureau for a final inspection. This should be done at least thirty (30) days prior to the scheduled opening of the heliport. An Inspector will conduct the final inspection to determine if the facility was constructed according to the plans and specifications submitted to the Bureau. A final inspection report will be submitted to the Chief with a recommendation to grant or deny the license. A recommendation of denial shall specify the items to be corrected and the necessary corrective action to be taken. Once the owner meets all construction requirements, the owner may request licensure.
- (3) The materials and construction standards for all Private and Hospital heliports shall meet or exceed the requirements of the Alabama Department of Transportation Standard Specifications for
Highway Construction, as amended.
(4) Heliports constructed for a Public Use license and all elevated heliports shall meet the requirements set forth in Federal Aviation Regulations Advisory Circular 150/5390-2
Heliport Design as amended.
Author: William F. Patty, Chief Counsel
Statutory Authority: Code of Alabama 1975, 23-1-357(c), 23-1-359.
History: New Rule: Published April 30, 2026; effective June 14, 2026.