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Glider operations.
Glider operations can be conducted fromnormal runways
associatedwith an aerodrome or from prepared siteswithin the confines of
an aerodrome. Gliders can be launched using a variety ofmethods including
aero-tow, vehicle tow orwinch launch. In all cases, vehicles and peoplemight
be operating on or in the vicinity of the runways in use.Winchoperations can
occur at all aerodromes and pilots should check and reviewERSA and the
latest NOTAMs for specific information.
Where gliders are operating from the active runway, theymay not be able to
giveway to other aircraftwhen landing.
A doublewhite cross displayed adjacent to thewind direction indicator at
aerodromes indicates gliding operations are inprogress. Aeronautical charts
also use the double cross to indicate glider operations. Pilots should consult
the latest NOTAMs for any additional information.
Parachutingoperations.
InAustralia, in certain circumstances, parachuting
operations are permitted through cloud and so can take place onovercast
days. Pilots flying parachuting aircraftwill broadcast on all of the associated
frequencies. For example, if the jump commences inClassG airspace and
will land at a non-towered aerodrome, advisory callswill bemadeon both the
ClassG airspace frequency and the frequency inuse for the aerodrome.
Whereparachute operations occur, parachute symbols are sometimes
depicted on aeronautical charts. ERSA alsodetails the aerodromeswhere
parachute operations are conducted. Pilots should consult the latest NOTAMs
for any additional information.
Parachutists in free fall are almost impossible to see, so avoid overflying an
aerodromewith an active drop zone. Communicationwith theparachuting
aircraft is essential to avoid flying into a drop zone area.
Helicopters andgyroplanes operations.
Helicopters can arrive anddepart
aerodromes from various directions. Pilots of helicopters can choose to
operate in the circuit and fly a circuit similar to a fixedwing aircraft butmay
be at a height not below 500 ft above the aerodromeelevation and closer to
the runway. Check ERSA for any noise abatement procedures.
Helicopters can also operate contra-direction circuits on theopposite side
of the runway at 500ft above aerodrome elevation. Check ERSA for circuit
direction requirements. Pilots of helicopters approaching to land at amarked
helipad or suitable clear area should avoid theflowof fixedwing aircraft.
trafficmix
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