3 Helicopter Landing Areas - Physical Characteristics 3.1 General
This section provides information on physical requirements for the characteristics of helicopter landing areas on a yacht within the scope of the Code. 3.1.1
The risk assessment carried out as above in order to establish the adequacy of the landing area should include, for each helicopter landing area, the proposed maximum size of helicopter in terms of "D"-value and the proposed maximum takeoff weight of the heaviest helicopter in terms of "t" value for which it is proposed each landing area is certificated with regard to size and strength. In addition to the risk assessment, the following plans and particulars should be submitted to the Aviation Inspection Body, Certifying Authority and Administration (as appropriate) for approval: .1 .2 .3 .4
Hangar general arrangement (showing dimensions and structural considerations ) . Helicopter lift and movement arrangements (if appropriate) . Structural fire protection . Fire detection and extinguishing arrangements
3.1.2
The criteria which follow are based on helicopter size and weight and are for guidance only.
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