- (1) The use of any portion of the helicopter operations area, or heliport property for any purpose other than the operation of a helicopter.
- (2) Use of the heliport, taxiway, helicopter parking areas, or within any imaginary surface for the flying of a radio-controlled model aircraft for recreational purposes.
- (3) The discharge of firearms on heliport property except by authorized heliport personnel as required for varmint or bird control.
- (4) The use of heliport property within the Helicopter Operations Area for the seating, or congregating of pedestrians, or the erection of booths for the distribution of goods, food, or
beverages. - (5) The destruction of any part of the helicopter operations area without the proper notification.
- (6) The removal or destruction of any lighting fixtures, directional sign, or navigation equipment without approval of the heliport owner.
- (7) The erection of any structure or planting of vegetation that meets the definition of a heliport
hazard. - (8) Pertaining to Public Use heliports; the closure of, or limiting of access to, any part of the helicopter operations area for the use of certain groups or individuals. The only exceptions are operations requiring exceptional safety or security as deemed appropriate by the heliport owner.
- (9) Heliports are encouraged to provide and maintain security
measures to prevent prohibited activities. Heliports are also
encouraged to take practical steps to reduce wildlife hazards
within the airport’s imaginary surfaces.
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.