305.01 The following definitions apply in this Subpart.

“applicable heliport standard”

“applicable heliport standard” means the standard that is applicable to a heliport or to a part of it, or to its administration and operation, as determined under subsection 305.17(1). (norme sur les héliports applicable)

“FATO”

“FATO” means a final approach and take-off area, which consists of a defined area over which the final phase of a helicopter approach manoeuvre to hover or land is completed and from which the take-off manoeuvre is commenced. (FATO)

“heliport certificate”

“heliport certificate” means a certificate issued under section 305.08, 305.11 or 305.12. (certificat d’héliport)

“heliport closed marking”

“heliport closed marking” means a marking that meets the requirements of subsection 305.41(1). (marque de zone fermée d’héliport)

“heliport operations manual”

“heliport operations manual” or “HOM” means the manual referred to in sections 305.53 to 305.57 and includes any amendments to the manual that are approved pursuant to subsection 305.08(4). (manuel d’exploitation d’héliport ou MEH)

“standard 621.19”

“standard 621.19”[Repealed, SOR/2011-285, s. 4]

“TLOF”

“TLOF” means a touchdown and lift off area, which consists of a load-bearing area on which a helicopter may touch down or lift off. (TLOF)

• 305.02 (1) Subject to subsection (2), this Subpart applies in respect of the operation of a heliport

  • (a) that is located within a built-up area of a city or town;

  • (b) that is used by an air operator providing a scheduled air service for the purpose of transporting persons;

  • (c) for which an instrument approach procedure to precision limits is established in accordance with the applicable heliport standard; or

  • (d) that is any other heliport in respect of which the issuance of a heliport certificate would be in the public interest and would further the safe operation of the heliport.

• (2) This Subpart does not apply in respect of a military heliport.