This document was originally published on April 9, 1985 by Ed Thurmond

A new version was published on January 1, 2008 which included major changes in format, the definition of FBO, flying club rules and other items.

CHANGE 1 was published on July 10, 2008 which added procedures for refueling aircraft in the Customs Circle.

CHANGE 2 on October 1, 2008 added information about tie-down restraints.

CHANGE 3 on March 23, 2009 added rule for movement of parked aircraft for the convenience of the airport and added Standard Rates and Charges.

CHANGE 4 on April 12, 2009 revised the Security and disorderly conduct section.

CHANGE 5 on June 21, 2009 changed the format to become Kindle Compatible.

CHANGE 6 on July 1, 2009 removed several outdated rules and procedures. Clarified procedures for bringing privately owned vehicles into the AOA, clarified the definition of an Authorized Vehicle, limited number of persons escorted to five per escort, and clarified escort procedures.

CHANGE 7 on October, 1, 2009 adjusted the table of rates and charges.

CHANGE 8 on December 1, 2009 added Section 4 – Environmental Procedures; modified Fuel Sales FBO requirements, removed 50,000 gallon exclusion for aircraft recovery, simplified equipment requirements for other types of FBO's, adjusted the Standard Table of Rates and Charges for fuel flowage, aircraft tie-down fees, and established a monthly parking PSFPY rate for non-flyable aircraft.

Change 9 on January 10, 2010 added the definition for non-flyable aircraft.

Change 10 on February 10, 2010 added Two Tier Fuel Sales FBO definitions, Common Area Fee for GA Terminal, clarified construction guidelines, and added extended stay ramp fees.

Change 11 on March 31, 2010 modified the minimum investment for a Tier One Fuel Sales FBO.

Change 12 on June 14, 2010 modified the minimum investment for a Tier One Fuel Sales FBO, deleted all references to the GA Terminal and the Fuel Sales Concession Desk, clarified ramp fees for long stay aircraft, and modified the definition of a non-flyable aircraft to non-flying aircraft.

Change 13 on July 13, 2010 corrected several typos and clarified the distinction between Commercial and Non Commercial operators.

Contact for Airport Minimum Standards
Gladys Wiggins
Director of Airport Operations
Yuma International Airport
2191 E. 32nd St., Suite 218
Yuma, Arizona 85365
(928) 726-5882 ext 156

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Section 1 – General

A. Introduction

The Yuma County Airport Authority (YCAA), manages Yuma International Airport and Rolle Airfield for the citizens of Yuma. In order to encourage the orderly development of aviation YCAA established Minimum Standards at the Airport on April 9, 1985.

The Minimum Standards establish airport policies, procedures, and many basic rules and regulations. The Airport's Standard Table of Rates and Charges establish minimum charges, rental rates, service charges and fee schedules that are applicable to Airport leases, permits and other Airport commercial activities.

Periodic revisions to the Minimum Standards and Table of Rates and Charges are necessary to reflect changes in the community, the airport and its tenants. They are not intended to be all-inclusive. As deficiencies are identified, corrections and updates will be made and distributed via the Airport web site. Any changes to the Minimum Standards or the Airport's Standard Table of Rates and Charges apply to all tenants and are effective upon publication.

B. Statement of Policy

All aviators and businesses may use the airport's facilities. Airport tenants and leaseholders have Equal opportunities. Commercial users are not provided with exclusive rights, other than their individual leased premises.

YCAA reserves the right to designate specific areas in which Aeronautical Activities may be conducted in accordance with the Airport Layout Plan (ALP).

The Airport Director has the authority to manage the Airport including the authority to interpret, administer, issue licenses, and permits, and enforce Airport Agreements and YCAA policies, and the authority to permit temporary, short-term occupancy of the Airport. The YCAA has the authority to grant long-term leases.

These Minimum Standards may be supplemented, amended, or modified by the Airport Director or the Board of Directors as deemed appropriate.

C. Severability Clause

If one or more provisions of these Minimum Standards shall be held to be unlawful, it shall not in any way affect any other clauses, sections, or provisions of these Minimum Standards.

D. Definitions

As used in these Minimum Standards, the following terms shall have the following meanings:

AUTHORIZED VEHICLE means a vehicle with either a flashing yellow light or 3'x3' orange and white checkered flag that complies with FAA Advisory Circular AC 150/5210-5C "Painting, Marking, and Lighting of Vehicles Used on an Airport," and whose driver is registered with airport operations, has an Airport ID badge, has presented proof of insurance and successfully completed airport driver's safety and security training.

FEDERAL AVIATION ADMINISTRATION means the government agency under the Department of Transportation, responsible for providing a safe and efficient aerospace system for the American flying public.

FIXED BASE OPERATOR (FBO) means any aviation business duly licensed and authorized by written agreement with the YCAA to provide aeronautical services at the Airport.

MOVEMENT AREA means the runways, taxiways, and other areas of the Airport which are used for the taxiing, takeoff and landing of aircraft, exclusive of loading ramps and parking areas.

NONCOMMERCIAL OPERATOR means a person, firm, partnership, corporation or other organized entity that operates and either owns or leases aircraft for business, personal or recreational purposes. In the aviation world, a COMMERCIAL OPERATOR means the Airlines.

PERMISSION or PERMIT means permission granted by the Airport Director unless otherwise herein specifically provided.

PUBLIC AREA means those areas normally used by the general public, including structures and devices such as roadways, sidewalks and terminal facilities that are maintained and kept at the Airport for use by the general public.

Section 2 – Airport Rules and Regulations

A. General

Your Agreement: Using the Airport and its facilities means you agree to comply with these airport rules and regulations. Failure to comply will result in loss of access to the Airport.

Terms of Use: Commercial airport users must operate under an Airport permit or lease for the conduct of business.

Liability: By using the Airport you agree that the Airport Authority assumes no responsibility or liability for any loss, damage, or injury, from your use of Airport facilities.

Damage to property: Any person who causes or is liable for damage to Airport property must pay for the full cost of repairs. Failure to pay will result in loss of access to the Airport.

Abandoned property shall be removed at the owner's expense.

Lost and Found: Airport Operations shall serve as the Airport's Lost and Found office. After 30 days found articles will be disposed of according to law.

Disorderly Conduct / Customer Service:

1. Airport tenant employees reflect on the entire airport. A great level of service by one tenant can benefit everyone. Conversely, poor customer service by a single employee can make the entire airport look bad, bring down enplanements and have a detrimental impact on our entire community.

2. The Airport Director may revoke the Airport ID badge of an Airport tenant’s employee who engages in disruptive, rude or other inappropriate behavior towards customers, other employees, guests or visitors.

3. Alcohol consumption is not allowed on the Airport except as licensed by the State Liquor Board.

B. Aircraft Operations

Aircraft Maintenance

Aircraft owners are permitted to fuel, wash, repair, and otherwise take care of their own aircraft and perform "minor maintenance".

Cleaning, painting, washing, polishing, or otherwise maintaining aircraft shall be accomplished only in areas designated for that purpose by the Airport Director.

All hazardous material, including petroleum products, must be stored in approved, environmentally safe, containers and cabinets.

Aircraft owners are responsible for the security of their tie-down restraints.

Persons who allow or cause spills or drips of fuel, oil, or other material are responsible for containing the spill, remediating any residue and repairing associated airport property. The scope of any required cleanup will be determined by the Airport's environmental engineer.

Aircraft Safety

FOD: Foreign Object Debris/Damage is everyone's responsibility. If you see it, pick it up. All vehicle trash containers must be covered. Vehicles used to haul trash or debris must have the beds securely covered.

No Smoking on the flightline or in hangars. No Smoking within fifty (50’) feet of a fuel tank, fuel truck or aircraft.

Persons involved in aircraft accidents or incidents occurring on the airport shall make a full report to the Airport Director as soon after the accident as possible. When a written report of an accident is required by FAA regulations, a copy will also be submitted to the Airport Director.

The flying of model aircraft, kites or balloons on or near the airport area is prohibited by the FAA.

The Airport Director may direct the relocation of any aircraft which is disabled, abandoned, parked in violation of these regulations, or which presents an operational hazard.

The Airport Director may direct the relocation of any aircraft in the interest of Security or Airport Maintenance.

C. Vehicle Operations

Driver Training

Locally based aircraft owners must attend and pass a driver and safety training class prior to being issued an Airport ID.

Employees of airport tenants, leaseholders and contractors must provide a letter of authorization from their employer and attend and pass a driver and safety training class prior to receiving an Airport ID.

Employees of airport tenants, leaseholders and contractors may operate Commercial vehicles in the Airport Operations Area (AOA) upon providing proof of insurance and an authorization letter from their employer.

Visiting drivers, pilots, aircrew and passengers are NOT authorized to operate personal or commercial vehicles in the AOA without completion of all required training and certification of insurance.

The operator of any vehicle that operates in the AOA must have a valid YCAA Airport ID.

Vehicle Access

Only "Authorized Vehicles" may be operated inside the airport perimeter fence. An authorized vehicle means a vehicle with either a flashing yellow light or 3'x3' orange and white checkered flag that complies with FAA Advisory Circular AC 150/5210-5C "Painting, Marking, and Lighting of Vehicles Used on an Airport," and whose driver is registered with airport operations, has an Airport ID badge, has presented proof of insurance and successfully completed airport driver's safety and security training.

Authorized access onto the airport will be through an access gate located nearest the airport facility or business of intended use.

When entering or exiting an airport access gate wait for the gate to completely close before proceeding to your destination to prevent the entry of unauthorized vehicles or persons. Do not allow vehicles to piggyback through an access gate.

The Airport Perimeter Road may only be used by authorized commercial vehicles which comply with the above requirements. POVs are not authorized access onto the Airport Perimeter Road.

Special VIP vehicle deliveries may be authorized by the Airport Director with advanced notice and proof of insurance.

Vehicle Safety

All vehicles must yield the right of way to aircraft in motion and emergency vehicles.

No vehicle, excluding ground service and emergency vehicles, may approach closer than fifty (50) feet to any aircraft whose engines are running.

The maximum speed limits in the Airport Operations Area are a) twenty five (25) miles per hour on the perimeter access road where posted, b) fifteen (15) miles per hour on aircraft aprons, c) five miles per hour (5) in the vicinity of aircraft, or d) less, if conditions warrant.

All vehicles inside the fence are subject to airport safety inspections and showing proof of insurance.

Vehicles on Runways and Taxiways

Privately Owned Vehicles (POVs) are not authorized access onto runways or taxiways.

Commercials vehicles that are authorized to operate on the airport runways or taxiways shall comply with the requirements for "Authorized Vehicles" described above and must be equipped with a two-way aviation radio, receive a clearance from, and remain in continuous communications with the airport traffic control tower.

The installation of a two-way radio does not, by itself, permit the operation of vehicles on runways and/or taxiways.

Vehicle Restrictions

Vehicles that are abandoned or appear to be abandoned will be removed from the Airport at the operator’s expense and without liability for damage which may result from being removed.

Recreational vehicles such as bicycles, go-carts, skateboards, roller blades, all terrain vehicles, are prohibited from use inside the Airport fence.

Motor homes, boats, trailers and recreational vehicles are not authorized on the airport.

The driver of any vehicle involved in an accident on the airport is required to make a full report of the accident in accordance with State law and provide a copy of the report to Airport Operations.

No vehicle of any kind shall be operated at the airport without operating headlights, tail lights, turn signals, and brake lights.

Vehicle repairs are not authorized anywhere on the airport except minor repairs necessary to remove a disabled vehicle from the airport.

Vehicle Parking

Aircraft Owners who are current leaseholders of Airport T-Hangars or Box Hangars may park their vehicle inside the Hangar while the aircraft is away from the Airport.

Inside the Airport Operations Area, aircraft owners may only park their vehicle inside their T-Hangars or Box Hangars or in a space specifically designated and marked for vehicle parking.

A maximum of two (2) VIP vehicles may be momentarily parked in front of an aircraft for the purpose of loading or unloading when specifically pre-approved by the Director of Airport Operations.

Vehicles shall be parked in a manner that allows the vehicle to be immediately driven away from any nearby aircraft in the case of an emergency.

D. Airport Security

Airport ID Procedures

All airport users must posses a valid Airport ID. The Airport Director may revoke an Airport ID for any reason if deemed in the best interest of the Airport.

Airport ID's must be displayed above the waist and on the outermost garment at all times while inside the AOA.

Your Airport ID is just for you. You cannot share it with another person. Any such ID will be confiscated.

Airport IDs are the property of the YCAA. Employers are responsible for returning the IDs of departing employees.

Airport IDs will be issued to Commercial and Non-commercial operators having a documented need to access the airport.

Call Airport Operations if your Airport ID is lost or stolen. A new Airport ID can normally be issued within one working day. During any three year period, the first time a lost or stolen ID is replaced there will be a $20 replacement fee. The second time an ID is lost or stolen there will be a $100 replacement fee. The third time, the ID will not be re-issued.

Airport Flightline Security Procedures

Security is your responsibility. If you see someone unknown on the flightline without an Airport ID, stop them and determine their authorization to be in the AOA. If you require assistance or are unsure how to proceed, call Airport Operations.

Report any unusual activity to Airport Operations.

Boxes, toolboxes, etc., may NOT be left unattended on any AOA area.

Report any vehicle or pedestrian gate malfunction to Airport Operations. If you discover a malfunctioning gate that is stuck open, call it in and stay at the gate until Airport Operations arrives.

Report any breaks in the perimeter fence or other secured areas.

Pedestrian perimeter access gate key pad numbers should not be shared with unauthorized individuals.

Do not disclose security rules, regulations and procedures to unauthorized parties.

Security Escort Procedures

Employees of airport tenants, leaseholders and contractors may escort a maximum of five (5) visitors into the Airport Operations Area.

Based Aircraft Owners who are current leaseholders of Airport T-Hangars, T-Shades, Box Hangars, or tie-downs may escort a maximum of five (5) visitors into the Airport Operations Area.

Visiting drivers, pilots, aircrew and passengers are NOT authorized to escort visitors into the Airport Operations Area.

Escorts must keep their visitors under sight and voice control, and are responsible for their actions while on the airport.

E. Fixed Base Operators (FBO’s)

FBO operators provide the services that aircraft and pilots need to operate safely and efficiently. An FBO provides aeronautical services to the flying public which may include, but not be limited to, aircraft fueling, providing oxygen, nitrogen, and compressed air services, aircraft towing, ground support equipment, tie-down, hangar and parking areas, aircraft maintenance, aircraft recovery, flight instruction, charter services, pilot and passenger services, air ambulance, and other aviation related services.

FBO services must be available to all users, on a nondiscriminatory basis. Preferred customer rates are acceptable but must be posted and adhered to.

FBO's engaged in flight operations must provide sufficient office space for crew and passenger lounge facilities, availability of pubic telephones, restrooms, and automobile parking on premises. This includes sufficient space for dispatching and providing customer service. FBO's other than Fuel Sales FBO's may be authorized to do business as a sub-Operator to an existing Airport tenant who meets the requirements indicated.

FBO operators must maintain the minimum insurance requirements detailed elsewhere in this document. The FBO is responsible for maintaining a current certificate of insurance with the airport administration office.

The YCAA is under no obligation to construct or provide aircraft hangars, aprons or taxiways for personal or commercial use.

The airport requires that all FBO activities be carried out in a professional manner that enhances the airport's operation and ensures the safety of the flying public. FBO personnel shall at all times be properly uniformed, which, at a minimum, must identify the FBO’s name, the employee’s name, and shall include the airport issued identification badge. Personnel uniforms shall be properly maintained.

The following rules and regulations apply to individual activities. When an FBO engages in any of the following activities they must meet these minimum requirements.

1. Fuel Sales FBO

A. SCOPE OF SERVICES: The Fuel Sales FBO shall be capable of providing safe into-plane fuel delivery for the types of aircraft normally frequenting the airport. The Fuel Sales FBO can be self-service, full service or some combination.

The Fuel Sales FBO shall have an approved written Spill Prevention Contingency and Control (SPCC) Plan that meets YCAA and Environmental Protection Agency regulations. An updated copy of such plan shall be filed with the YCAA at least five (5) days prior to actual implementation.

B. FBO DEFINITIONS: The Airport Authority maintains an important relationship with the Department of Defense and Marine Corps Air Station Yuma. We operate under a Joint Use Agreement. Our FBO operations can have a significant impact on the ability of the military to meet its critical mission requirements, especially in the area of fueling operations for transient aircraft. To ensure the highest levels of capability for those FBO operators who may engage in military fueling operations the Airport Authority has established two levels of Fuel Sales FBO's based on the level of investment by the FBO provider. Each level or "Tier" has specific investment requirements. These are:

BASIC FUEL SALES FBO (TIER 1). This is the entry-level FBO category. Qualification as a TIER 1 FBO includes a minimum investment of $3 million over a specified period (for example within 5 years of lease signing) to authorize the sale of Jet A and Av Gas in the General Aviation area. This does not include authorization for routine operations in the Defense Contractor Complex area. Award of the Tier 1 FBO status by the Airport Director establishes the Tier 1 Fuel Flowage Rates for the FBO Operator. The Tier 1 investment requires the FBO Operator to provide:

1. NEPA compatible fuel tanks located in an approved location

2. Sufficient facilities for FBO employees and FBO equipment maintenance

3. Additional infrastructure construction may be required such as 16,000 square feet of Hangar Space

Completing the three million dollar investment entitles the FBO to a Twenty Year Lease with one 10-year option. An investment of more than three million dollars entitles the FBO to an additional one year per $100,000 of increased investment up to a maximum of forty years.

ENHANCED FUEL SALES FBO (TIER 2). This is the top-level FBO category. Qualification as a Tier 2 FBO requires the candidate FBO to make a capital investment equal to that of any then existing Tier 2 FBO. The Tier 2 level FBO authorizes the routine sale of Jet A and Av Gas in the General Aviation area and includes authorization for routine operations in the Defense Contractor Complex area. Award of the Tier 2 FBO status by the Airport Director establishes the Tier 2 Fuel Flowage Rates for the FBO Operator. The Tier 2 investment requires the FBO Operator to provide:

1. NEPA compatible fuel tank storage capacity of at least 40,000 gallons in the DCC fuel farm containment area

2. At least two 8,000 gal fuel trucks and two 5,000 gal fuel trucks capable of being permanently stationed in the DCC

3. Maintenance stands, tugs, ground power carts and tow bars to provide aircraft support for military aircraft ranging in size from single engine trainers to the C-17 Globemaster

FBO lease agreements will include language for these types of requirements in the lease exhibits, such as the capital investment or special conditions sections, plus mandatory milestones such as a not-later-than completion date for 30% or 100% design, and/or a construction start within a specified period. A not-later-than date for Certificate of Occupancy may also be specified.

C. FUEL STORAGE FACILITY – The Fuel Sales FBO will construct (or install), maintain, or have access to an approved airport fuel facility on airport premises in a location approved by the Airport Director. This fuel facility shall have a minimum capacity off at least:

10,000 gallon facility for Avgas fuel storage

10,000 gallon facility for Jet A fuel storage

Standards for construction of fuel storage facilities shall comply with City of Yuma guidelines and the rules and regulations of the State and Federal Environmental Protection Agency and all other applicable laws. The operator shall demonstrate that satisfactory arrangements have been made with a recognized aviation petroleum distributor for the delivery of fuel and oil in such quantities as are necessary to meet the requirements of this section.

D. FUELING EQUIPMENT – The Fuel Sales FBO shall operate at least one mobile dispensing single product truck (also referred to as Aircraft Fuel Servicing Tank Vehicle, Fueler, Mobile Dispensing Truck, or Mobile Unit) for each type of fuel to be dispensed. The Avgas Fuel truck shall have a minimum capacity of 900 gallons, and the Jet A fuel truck shall have a minimum capacity of 2,000 gallons. Mobile units must be equipped with metering devices meeting all legal requirements. The mobile unit dispensing jet fuel must have over-the-wing and single point aircraft servicing capability. Mobile dispensing single product trucks must be bottom loaded. Each fuel service vehicle shall be so equipped and maintained as to comply at all times with all applicable safety and fire prevention requirements or standards prescribed by:
The YCAA’s Minimum Standards
State of Arizona Fire Code and State Fire Marshall’s Codes
National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) codes
14 CFR Part 139, Airport Certification, Section 139.231, Handling and Storage of Hazardous Substances and Materials.
Applicable FAA Advisory Circulars (AC’s), including AC-00-34, “Aircraft Ground Handling and Servicing”, and AC 150/5210-5, “Painting, Marking and Lighting of Vehicles Used On An Airport.”
EQUIPMENT – The Fuel Sales FBO will maintain an adequate number of approved and currently inspected dry chemical fire extinguisher units within hangar confines, on aircraft ramp areas, and as fueling truck equipment.

E. PERSONNEL –Personnel engaged in dispensing aircraft fuels, accepting fuel shipments, and aircraft handling operations shall be properly trained in all associated safety procedures and shall conform to the best practices of such operations. This includes meeting the standards of FAA Advisory Circular 150/5230-4, Appendix 7, Minimum Standards for Fuel Storage, Handling, and Dispensing on Airports, Paragraph 4. Fueling Personnel, Subparagraphs b and c., and all other applicable laws, rules and regulations.

In accordance with all applicable laws, regulations, and appropriate industry practices, each FBO shall develop and maintain Standard Operating Procedures (SOP) for fueling and ground handling operations and shall insure compliance with standards set forth in FAA Advisory Circular 00-34, entitled “Aircraft Ground Handling and Servicing.” The SOP should include a training plan with appropriate records, performance of fuel quality assurance test equipment maintenance records, and emergency response procedures to fuel fires and spills. The SOP should also cover:
Grounding and Fire protection
Public protection
Control of access to storage areas
Marking and labeling of storage tanks and tank trucks.

The SOP must be submitted no later than sixty (60) days after the FBO commences service. Inspections will be conducted by the YCAA on a periodic basis to ensure compliance.

The Airport Operations office will conduct quarterly fuel safety inspections on all aircraft fueling equipment. Any item that does not satisfactorily pass the inspection shall be taken out of service until the discrepancy is corrected and re-inspected.

F. FINANCIAL RECORDS – The Fuel Sales FBO shall have accounting and record keeping equipment and supplies adequate for the performance of financial services and the continued maintenance of such records in accordance with generally accepted accounting procedures (GAAP).

The Fuel Sales FBO shall be responsible for the collection and/or billing of all fuel sales and fuel deliveries, including monthly accounting and payments to the YCAA of its percentage share, and detailed record keeping in accordance with generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP). All such records shall be subject to audit by the YCAA.

G. AIRCRAFT RECOVERY SERVICES: Aircraft recovery is the responsibility of the aircraft owner/operator. However, MCAS Yuma Base Operations Aircraft Recovery has the authority to move any disabled aircraft clear of the runway. They have agreed to assist in the removal of aircraft over 12,500 pounds in order to maintain the operational readiness of the Airport’s runway system.

Fuel Sales FBO’s shall lend assistance to aircraft weighing 12,500 pounds or less. This assistance shall be provided on an alternating quarterly schedule that shall be determined by the Airport Director. The scheduled FBO's shall respond with the appropriate equipment and personnel to have removed the aircraft from the runway within 30 minutes of notification. Within ninety days of beginning service FBO’s shall prepare and provide to the Airport Director for approval, a recovery plan to serve the typical general aviation aircraft using Yuma International Airport.

H. US CUSTOMS CIRCLE: Personnel engaged in refueling aircraft parked in the "Custom's Circle" shall stage their fueling vehicles in designated areas and SHALL NOT approach any aircraft in the Customs Circle until the Pilot in Command, or his designated representative, specifically motions the fueling vehicle to enter the circle and commence refueling operations. In the event that two or more different FBO trucks are staged, extreme care shall be taken that only the truck desired by the Pilot moves into the circle.

2. Aircraft Maintenance FBO

A. SCOPE OF SERVICES – An Aircraft Maintenance FBO provides a combination of airframe, engine and powerplant repair services, which includes the sale of aircraft parts and accessories. The Aircraft Maintenance FBO can provide complete Part 145 aircraft maintenance services or partial maintenance assistance to aircraft owners.

B. MAINTENANCE EQUIPMENT – The Aircraft Maintenance FBO will maintain an effective tool control program and maintain all equipment in the manner necessary to meet FAA regulations. This includes:

1. Tie-down equipment, including ropes, chains, and other types of restraining devices and wheel chocks.

2. Equipment for washing of aircraft windows, and for recharging or energizing discharged aircraft batteries.

3. Capacity to handle the towing requirements of general aviation aircraft normally frequenting the operator.

4. An adequate number of approved and currently inspected dry chemical fire extinguisher units shall be maintained within hangar confines and on aircraft ramp areas.

5. All equipment necessary for the proper performance of maintenance services on aircraft and powerplants, in accordance with applicable FAA regulations and manufacturers’ specifications. Such equipment shall comply with YCAA rules and regulations, NFPA standards and other applicable governmental safety regulations.

C. PERSONNEL – The Aircraft Maintenance FBO will ensure that all aircraft maintenance personnel are current and properly certificated by the FAA with ratings appropriate to the work being performed. The operator must provide a sufficient number of personnel to adequately and safely carry out airframe and powerplant repair services in a courteous, prompt, and efficient manner and adequate to meet the reasonable demands of the public seeking such services.

3. Aircraft Rental or Lease FBO

A. SCOPE OF ACTIVITY – An Aircraft Rental FBO leases and rents aircraft to the public.

B. EQUIPMENT – The following are acceptable minimums:

1. Adequate tie-down equipment, including ropes, chains and other types of restraining devices and wheel chocks.

2. Adequate equipment for washing aircraft windows, and for recharging or energizing discharged aircraft batteries.

3. Capacity to handle the towing requirements of general aviation aircraft normally used by this FBO.

4. An adequate number of approved and currently inspected dry chemical fire extinguisher units shall be maintained within hangar confines and on aircraft ramp areas.

C. PERSONNEL – The Aircraft Rental FBO shall have in its employ at least one (1) person having current FAA Certificated Flight Instructor rating(s) and be current in all models offered for rental. The operator shall provide a sufficient number of personnel to adequately and safely carry out the aircraft rental services in a courteous, prompt and efficient manner adequate to meet the reasonable demands of the public seeking such services.

4. Flight Instruction FBO

A. SCOPE OF SERVICES – A Flight Instruction FBO engages in instructing pilots in dual and/or solo flight training, in fixed or rotary wing aircraft, and provides such related ground school instruction as is necessary and preparatory to taking a written examination and flight check ride for category or categories of pilot’s licenses and rating involved.

B. LEASED PREMISES – The Flight Instruction FBO shall provide classroom facilities and be equipped with adequate mockups, pictures, slides, film strips, movies, video tapes, or other visual and training aids necessary to provide proper and effective ground school instruction. All materials, supplies and training methods must meet FAA requirements for the type of training offered.

C. EQUIPMENT – The operator shall have available for the use of flight training, either owned or under written lease, a properly certified aircraft equipped for and capable of flight under instrument conditions and equipped for dual operation.

D. PERSONNEL – The operator shall have in its employ at least one (1) fight instructor who is properly certificated by the FAA to provide the type of training offered. The operator shall safely carry out the flight training services in a courteous, prompt, and efficient manner adequate to meet the reasonable demands of the public seeking such services.

5. Aircraft Charter and Air Taxi FBO

A. SCOPE OF SERVICES – A scheduled/unscheduled Aircraft Charter and Air Taxi FBO engages in the business of providing air transportation (persons or property) to the general public for hire, either on a charter basis or as an Air Taxi Operator, as defined in 14 CFR Part 135. This classification also includes air ambulance services.

B. EQUIPMENT – The operator shall provide, either owned or under written lease to operator, not less than one (1) all weather aircraft.

C. PERSONNEL – The operator shall provide a sufficient number of personnel to adequately and safely carry out the aircraft charter and air taxi services in a courteous, prompt, and efficient manner adequate to meet the reasonable demands of the public seeking such services on the leased premises. The operator shall have in its employ a sufficient number of qualified Commercial or Airline Transport Rated pilots.

6. Aircraft Sales FBO

A. SCOPE OF SERVICES – An Aircraft Sales FBO engages in the sale of new or used aircraft. Along with the sale of aircraft, the Aircraft Sales FBO shall provide the necessary and satisfactory arrangements for repair and servicing of aircraft in accordance with any sales guarantee or warranty period.

B. EQUIPMENT – Equipment will be provided in sufficient numbers so that customers can view and test fly aircraft provided by the manufacturer.

C. PERSONNEL – The operator shall employ, or have available on call, a sufficient number of pilots with instructor ratings who shall be current in all models to be demonstrated. The operator shall provide a sufficient number of personnel to adequately and safely carry out the aircraft sales services in a courteous, prompt and efficient manner adequate to meet the reasonable demand of the public seeking such services on the leased premises.

Section 3 – Airport Activity

A. General Requirements

1. Agreement: Any person or company operating at the airport must have a written agreement in place at the Airport Administration office.

2. Fees and Charges: The Airport's standard table of rates and charges apply to all airport operations.

3. Facilities: All airport facilities, whether developed by the airport, or privately by an airport tenant, must comply with all city, county, state and federal building codes. Additionally any construction must conform to the guidelines contained in Section 5 – Construction Guidelines.

4. Site Development: The YCAA reserves the right for final approval on location decisions. The YCAA is under no obligation to construct and provide aprons or taxiways for commercial and/or private use facilities. In the event the facility location requires the construction of either aprons and/or taxiways, these pavements shall meet all FAA standards for the largest aircraft type anticipated to use the operator’s facility.

5. Non-Discrimination: Aeronautical Activity shall be provided on a fair, equal, and nondiscriminatory basis to all users of the Airport and at fair, reasonable, and nondiscriminatory prices. Preferred customer pricing is authorized but must be posted.

6. Licenses, Permits, and Certifications: The operator shall first obtain and comply with, at its sole expense, all necessary licenses and permits required for the conduct of the operator’s activities on the Airport as required by the YCAA or other governmental agency. The operator shall furnish the YCAA with a copy of any such certification.

7. Payment of Rents and Fees: Failure to stay current in the payment of rents, fees, or other sums owed to the YCAA will be grounds for revocation of the agreement authorizing Aeronautical Activity.

8. Subleases: All sublease agreements between an authorized on-airport operator and another entity must receive prior written approval of the YCAA.

9. Taxes: The operator shall, at its sole cost and expense, pay any and all taxes for which it is responsible, or which may be assessed against it.

10. Signage: The operator shall not erect, maintain, or display any sign on the leased premises, or elsewhere on the Airport, without the prior written consent of the YCAA.

B. Non-Charter Air Carriers

All air carriers in the regular course of transporting passengers, other than exclusive charters by Fixed Base Operators, shall apply and obtain a lease from the YCAA for permission to operate. All such air carrier passenger activity shall be operated from the passenger terminal at Yuma International Airport or other place designated by the Airport Director. All non-charter air carriers shall conform to the Minimum Standards set forth herein as well as conform to all laws and safety rules and regulations of the Federal, State, County, and City governments and the YCAA. Air carrier applicants must demonstrate a continuing capacity to serve the public with sufficient equipment and schedules in the YCAA’s exclusive judgment.

C. Private Flying Clubs

A. In an effort to foster and promote flying for pleasure, develop skills in aeronautics; including pilotage, navigation, and an awareness and appreciation of aviation requirements and techniques, Flying Clubs are welcomed to Yuma International Airport. Flying Clubs must obtain a "Flying Club" Miscellaneous Operating Permit from the Airport administration office. The fee for the Flying Club Permit is $25 per year.

B. The flying club, with its permit request, shall furnish the YCAA with:

1. A roster, or list of members, including contact information for the club.

2. Evidence of insurance.

3. Number and type of aircraft.

C. By their nature flying "clubs" are for enjoyment and should not engage in aeronautical business such as charter services, air taxi, or aircraft rental. They should not lease or sell goods or services.

D. Air Cargo Handlers

An Air Cargo Handler is a person, firm, or corporation engaged in the business of loading and unloading air cargo (excluding passenger baggage, and also excluding over-the-counter items weighing less than seventy (70) pounds and handled over the ticket counter in the passenger terminal) on or off airport. An owner or operator of an aircraft that uses its own employees to load or unload air cargo on or off such aircraft shall not be considered an Air Cargo Handler as defined herein.

E. Cargo/Warehouse Operator

A Cargo Warehouse Operator is a person, firm or corporation engaged in the business of processing air cargo through a warehouse located on the Airport, who takes care of the administrative control of the air cargo and performs a physical handling and control of such air cargo on behalf of the airline, agent customhouse broker, consolidator, break bulk agent, handling agent, shipper or consignee or other party. The Cargo Warehouse operator may also provide and arrange for the surface transportation of air cargo to and from an aircraft for the customer.

Section 4 – Environmental Procedures

Definitions

“Hazardous Material” means any substance or material possessing toxic, reactive, flammable, or explosive properties which can cause injury or damage property, such as those identified by governmental agencies, the Hazardous Material Identification System or similar industrial rating system.

“Environmental Laws” means any federal, state and local laws, rules, regulations, ordinances, policies and authorities relating to the storage, use, transport, disposal and clean-up of Hazardous Materials.

Duties

All airport tenants have a responsibility to:

Only use the Hazardous Materials necessary for the conduct of their business and do so in compliance with manufacturer's guidelines and applicable Environmental Laws. The Airport retains the right to disallow the use of any Hazardous Materials that the Airport Director deems unreasonably dangerous, odorous or that harms the best interests of the Airport.

Immediately notify the Airport Director or Operations Director of any actual or potential contamination or any other environmental or Hazardous Material related occurrence or inquiry.

Immediately control, clean and remediate any contamination caused by its employees or agents. Each tenant must remediate any environmental problem that they cause. If they fail to do so, the Airport will take corrective action and then bill the tenant for all associated costs plus 15% in the next following billing cycle.

Section 5 – Construction Guidelines

A. Design Guidelines

These Guidelines deal with site and building design. The Airport Director is available at all stages of planning to assist with the use and interpretation of these Guidelines. The YCAA reserves the right to disapprove any elements of the site or building design it deems not to be in accordance with these design standards.

The airport's goal is to build a modern and attractive aviation facility. To this end modular buildings or manufactured housing are not permissible. This does not include steel frame buildings commonly used for hangars and industrial complex developments.

B. Zoning Ordinances

City, county and state zoning law applies. YCAA, FAA and MCAS requirements are mandated and take precedence over any less stringent requirement. A prospective builder/developer must receive YCAA Board Approval for the conceptual site and building plan. No structure may penetrate imaginary surfaces as defined by Marine Corps Air Station Yuma or FAA engineering guidelines. YCAA will require architectural drawings to coordinate with MCAS Installation & Logistics engineering services division.

C. Landscaping

Landscaping shall be attractive and reflect favorably on the City of Yuma. Fencing must be attractive and comply with Federal, State and local guidelines. Decorative fencing compatible with a building or site shall be permitted in lieu of chain link fencing upon written approval from the Airport Director.

D. Service and Utility Yards

Sea Vans, large storage containers and other industrial refuse, such as non-flyable aircraft, inoperable vehicles, etc may not be left on airport property unless specifically authorized in writing by the Airport Director. Any areas containing such equipment, if authorized by the Airport Director, must be fenced with webbed chain link fencing.

E. Utilities and Antennas

Underground utility lines throughout the Airport property shall be used. All electrical and communication duct bank at roadway and taxiway crossings shall utilize 100-percent additional capacity in addition to initial requirements. Antennas shall be screened and consistent with appropriate electromagnetic considerations.

No antenna may be constructed on the airport without the completion and approval by the FAA of an FAA Form 7460. The Airport Director will be provided a copy of each FAA Form 7460.

Applicable data for all EMF sources including antennas and radio frequencies shall be included in submitting FAA Form 7460. No electrical transformer or other such apparatus shall be located on any power pole or hung on the outside of any building, but same may be placed on or below the soil surface, and where so placed, shall utilize screen walls or visual buffering.

F. Exterior Lighting

Exterior lighting must not interfere with pilot's vision during day or night operation. Any such lighting shall be removed or modified at the expense of the Operator.

G. Ground Vehicle Paving and Curbs

Streets, drives and curbs shall be constructed or altered in accordance with plans submitted to and approved by the Airport Director. The perimeter of all paved drives, parking areas, parking lot islands, and service areas shall have concrete curbing. Curbing design shall be integral concrete curb and gutter section.

H. Sidewalks

The general intent of these guidelines is to provide for pedestrian circulation throughout the use of sidewalks.

Streets and drives on Airport property shall be provided with adjacent sidewalks a minimum of 5-feet wide and separated from the back of street curbs by a planted strip that is at least four feet wide.

I. Storm Water Management

Storm water retention at the Airport is accommodated through "regional" storm water retention and management facilities. All storm water management and discharge plans shall comply with the existing Permit.

SWPP and SPCC plans shall be prepared and submitted to the Airport Director for all construction projects. All storm water system headwalls and end walls shall utilize a 3-foot paved apron surrounding the structure. Storm water channels and swales shall not utilize rip rap. Channel and swale design shall incorporate permanent geotextile reinforcement or geo-engineered surfacing.

J. Access Control Systems

All facilities and gates that penetrate the AOA (Airport Operations Area) security fence must be a part of the Airport's existing access security system. Specifications may obtained by contacting the Airport.

K. Professional Design Services

All building projects constructed or renovated at the Airport shall have construction documents prepared by the appropriate design professional licensed to practice in the State of Arizona. All construction projects at the Airport must be designed to meet FAA design criteria, including NAVFAC P-80.3 restrictions. All design work and topographic survey information shall be prepared using Arizona State Plane coordinates, North American Datum 84, North American Vertical Datum 88.

The Airport Director will review the project throughout the design phase. Part of the airport's review process includes providing the project drawings to the MCAS Engineering Division. That process will take from two to three weeks. Check with the Airport Director to ensure software compatibility with the Airport and MCAS Yuma.

It is in your best interest to involve the airport early in your design phase to facilitate agreement by MCAS engineering staff. No construction may commence without the Airport Director's written approval of the 100% design construction documents.

As-Built Drawings and AutoCAD files must be submitted to Airport Administration within 60 days of project Closeout and/or Occupancy. All submissions to the airport are at the expense of the builder.

L. Construction Safety

Construction Safety is a critical part of your project. You must use the Airport Construction Safety Plan, available by contacting the Airport Director.

M. Temporary Construction Signs

All construction projects at the Yuma International Airport shall be limited to one construction sign that shall include: project name, architect, engineers, consultants, general contractor and major subcontractors, etc. The size of the sign shall not exceed 4' by 8' or extend more that 8 feet above the grade beneath. Its proposed location shall be submitted to the Airport Director for approval. The sign may be erected anytime after start of construction and shall be removed immediately upon project "substantial completion." Any signs not in compliance with this requirement will be removed at the sign owner's expense.

N. Signage

All signage located on airport property must comply with city codes and must have the approval of the Airport Director prior to installation.

Section 6 – Insurance and indemnification

A. Insurance Coverage. Airport tenants, FBO's and other operators must, as a condition of their lease or operating permit, obtain and maintain the following insurance as applicable to the business conducted. The Operator may arrange for Liability Insurance by Comprehensive Policies for the full limits required; or by a combination of policies of lesser limits, with the remaining limits provided by an excess or Umbrella Liability Policy.

B. All insurance policies required herein shall be drawn in the name of Operator, with the Airport Authority, its Directors, officials, agents, guests, invitees, consultants and employees named as additional named insured persons. This does not apply to Workers Compensation coverage.

C. Currently, the Schedule of Minimum Insurance Requirements are as follows:

1. Commercial General Liability insurance in the amount of $1,000,000.00 per occurrence and $2,000,000.00 annual aggregate. Such insurance shall contain contractual liability insurance covering applicable leases, licenses, permits, or agreements.

2. Commercial/business automobile liability insurance for all owned, non-owned and hired vehicles assigned to or used in performance of commercial aeronautical activities in the amount of at least $1,000,000.00 per occurrence.

3. Fire and extended property coverage for all improvements and fixtures on the commercial airport operator’s premises in an amount not less than the full replacement cost thereof, to the extent of the commercial airport operator’s insurable interest in the Premises.

4. Worker’s Compensation insurance as required by law and the employer’s liability insurance in the amount of $500,000.00 per accident, $100,000.00 per person, and $500,000.00 policy limit.

5. Aircraft liability insurance in the amount of at least $1,000,000.00 per occurrence

6. Hangarkeeper's liability insurance in the amount of at least $2,000,000.00 per occurrence, OR MORE AS VALUES REQUIRE.

7. Products-completed operations liability insurance in the amount of at least $2,000,000.00 per occurrence.

8. Chemical and environmental clean-up liability insurance in the amount of at least $2,000,000.00 per occurrence.

9. All insurance policies cited herein shall contain a waiver of subrogation rights endorsement with respect to the Authority.

10. Each commercial airport operator shall name the Authority, its Directors, officials, agents, guests, invitees, consultants and employees as additional named insured persons on all insurance policies.

11. Contractual liability coverage including, but not limited to, the liabilities assumed under the indemnification provisions of this Agreement. Also, Completed Operations Liability for a minimum period of one (1) year after the completion of the work to which the construction contract applies.

12. Builders and Tenants All-Risk Insurance for an amount equal to one hundred percent (100%) of the replacements costs of damaged additions, improvements, equipment, supplies and materials.

D. The established insurance requirements are minimums only. The Authority reserves the right to require higher limits of liability insurance in accordance with industry standards as may reasonably be determined necessary for such commercial airport operator’s activities.

E. Airport tenants, FBO's and other operators shall indemnify and hold harmless the Authority and the County of Yuma from and against any and all claims arising from activity related to their operation.

F. Airport tenants, FBO's and other operators will notify the Authority of any claim against them or the Airport.

Section 7 – Table of Standard Rates and Charges

LAND LEASE ONLY: A published variable rate is established for new leases depending on the size of the leased property. Other factors may affect the price. Please inquire at the Airport administration office.

NEW BUILDING LEASE: Generally this is a range between:

A) An annual rate of 10% of the cost of construction, or

B) All costs amortized over 20 years plus 8%.

COMMERCIAL BUILDING: Due to the varying nature of our available hangars, and the customer's desired build out, each commercial property is priced individually. Normally that is a fair market value rate. Any additional services are provided at cost plus 15%.

FBO RATES: FBO rates are normally for non-apron land only. If hangar or building space is included, the commercial building rules apply. All FBO rates include annual increases, normally 3%.

AIRCRAFT APRON RATES: The Airport does not typically lease aircraft parking apron to tenants. If an airport tenant must lease aircraft parking apron space the rent will be calculated on an individual basis and will include the costs for complete pavement maintenance for the duration of the lease. This can be quite expensive.

TIE-DOWN FEES & RAMP PARKING RATES: There are no tie-down or ramp fees for normal overnight stays by transient aircraft. Non-based aircraft that wish to stay on airport for more than two or three nights may be accommodated on a case by case basis and, if accepted, will incur parking fees. Such fees will be collected by the FBO's and paid to the Airport Authority with other monthly payments. FBO's may charge fees for moving aircraft into and out of hangars or other services. Such fees are between the aircraft owner and the FBO.

NON-FLYING AIRCRAFT PARKING RATES: The airport generates revenue from fuel flowage fees. Non-flying aircraft will not generate this revenue and therefore are billed at a rate of $3 PSFPY based on aircraft length times wingspan. This rate is equivalent to a commercial parking garage or our T-Hangars. A non-flying aircraft, sometimes referred to as a "Hangar Queen," is defined as A) an aircraft that has not flown for sixty days and does not have the necessary parts on order required to repair the aircraft or B) an aircraft that has not flown for six months for any reason.

The definition of a non-flyable aircraft does not apply to bona fide home-built aircraft that are under current construction.

TERMINAL BUILDING, GATE & APRON: Military and military charter may use the Terminal facilities at no charge. Other groups, including non-signatory air carriers, charter aircraft, or other transient aircraft requesting access to the Terminal facilities will be billed $200.00 per day. Advanced coordination with the Airport Operations Director is required. All such use will be governed by FAA & TSA security requirements.

TERMINAL OFFICE: Terminal office space rent is between $48.49 PSFPY and $55.55 PSFPY depending on type of space and intended use.

GA HANGARS OCT 2009 THRU JAN 2010
T-Hangar A: $990.00 / month
T-Hangar B: $775.00 / month
T-Hangar C: $375.00 / month
T-Hangar D: $333000 / month
T-Hangar 1: $465.00 / month
T-Hangar 2: $320.00 / month
T-Hangar 3: $260.00 / month
T-Shades: $122.00 / month
T-Storage Ends: $160 / month

GA HANGARS, FEB 2010 THRU JAN 2011
T-Hangar A: $1,020.00 / month
T-Hangar B: $798.00 / month
T-Hangar C: $386.00 / month
T-Hangar D: $340.000 / month
T-Hangar 1: $479.00 / month
T-Hangar 2: $330.00 / month
T-Hangar 3: $268.00 / month
T-Shades: $165.00 / month
T-Storage Ends: $160 / month

MISCELLANEOUS OPERATING PERMIT: A Miscellaneous Operating Permit is a Permit which will allow any approved commercial operation the use of various public airport facilities at Yuma International Airport and Rolle Field for revenue producing purpose. An applicant must have the appropriate insurance and operate within established guidelines. Miscellaneous permits may be issued upon approval by airport management for a non-refundable annual fee. The base fee is $400.00 per year. Aircraft mechanics and other commercial operators may be entitled to a lower fee.

TERM OF COMMERCIAL LEASE: 5 years standard, 1 to 4 year available. Note 1

INFLATION ADJUSTMENTS: Annual increase of rent based on US Dept of Labor Inflation Calculator or US Dept of Labor inflation table "Consumer Price Index - All Urban Consumers, Phoenix, AZ region, not seasonally adjusted, all items." Note 2. Alternatively an agreement may be reached for a 3% annual increase. Note 3

TERM OF LAND-LEASE FOR PRIVATELY FUNDED CONSTRUCTION: Standard 20 years with reversion clause. Optional ten year negotiated renewal with restrictions/conditions. Note 1

RE-LEASING OR SUB-LEASING: Any new sub-lease requires Airport Authority approval. Sub-leasing an entire facility will include a re-negotiation of the existing lease rate.

LEASE RESERVATION: 1st refusal on desired property for half price for a maximum of 180 days. A lease reservation requires one month deposit of full price land rent.

PARKING SPACES: Normally included in each lease at the rate of 1 slot per 1,000 sq ft of leased building space.

ADDITIONAL PARKING SPACES: $20 per month per slot when available.

TERMINAL SHORT TERM PARKING SPACES: These must be arranged for individually with Republic Parking. Call the Airport administration office for contact information.

AIRPORT PAYS UTILITIES: $1 to $2 PSFPY with adjustment clauses or caps.

JANITORIAL SERVICE: $1 to $3 PSFPY depending on level of service.

LANDSCAPING SERVICE: $1 to $3 PSFPY depending on level of service.

BUILDING MAINTENANCE: $1 to $3 PSFPY depending on level of service.

OTHER SERVICES: Other Services may be arranged for specific requirements. Contact the Corporate Account Manager

CAR RENTAL CONCESSION: 10% of gross sales

TAXI LANE ACCESS: There is no annual fee but only "Taxi" permitted vehicles may use the Taxi lane. Transportation Companies are NOT AUTHORIZED to use the Taxi lane (currently one Transportation Company is grandfathered to use the Taxi Lane).

RESTAURANT CONCESSION: Five percent of gross annual income due monthly.

LANDING FEES: Air Carriers $1.25 / 1,000 Lbs. No charge for military or GA.

FUEL FLOWAGE FEE: Fuel Flowage Fees are payable from Fuel Sales FBO's for each gallon or partial gallon of fuel of any type that is dispensed from, or delivered or stored into fuel tanks or trucks under the control of the FBO. The fee schedule below may vary based on fuel type dispensed, the end user of the fuel, the volume of fuel dispensed or for any other reason the Authority may elect.

The rates are modified as required to meet the needs of the Airport. Current rates are:

Tier One FBO Fuel Flowage Fees:
a: Jet-A $0.22 / gallon
b: Av Gas $0.22 / gallon
c: Signatory Air Carrier Aircraft $0.15 / gallon
d: Military Contract $0.22 / gallon"

Tier Two FBO Fuel Flowage Fees
a: General Aviation Aircraft $0.22 / gallon
b: Non-Signatory Air Carrier Aircraft $0.22 / gallon
c: Signatory Air Carrier Aircraft $0.10 / gallon
d: Military Contract $0.10 / gallon



Notes:

1) A lease can be increased 1 year for each $100,000 investment up to 30 years. A larger investment is welcomed and may include a longer term, but must be negotiated individually and approved by the Airport Authority.

2) The CPI inflation calculator uses the average Consumer Price Index for a given calendar year. This data represents changes in prices of all goods and services purchased for consumption by urban households. For the current year, the latest monthly index value is used.

3) The regional table is more accurate but difficult to understand. A standard 3% rate may be used at the customer's request. Note that this selection must be made prior to lease signing.