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Delaware Administrative Code
Title 2 - TransportationDepartment of TransportationOffice of Aeronautics
Delaware Airport Licensing Regulation
Section 2151-1.0 - Purpose

2 Del. Admin. Code § 2151-1.0

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Current through Register Vol. 28, No. 5, November 1, 2024
Section 2151-1.0 - Purpose
1.1 The purpose of this regulation is to implement the State of Delaware Airport Licensing Program authorized by State law, pursuant to Chapter 1, Title 2, Sections 162 and 163, Delaware Code, as amended, in order to provide for a safe statewide aviation program and to provide for the safety of the states' citizens. This Regulation sets forth the purpose, policies, criteria, and procedures for the inspection, licensing, and the revocation of licenses for public use airports or heliports within the State of Delaware. The pertinent sections of the Delaware Code are:

. Chapter I, Title 2, Section 162 which states that:

. "The Department, through the Office of Aeronautics may approve and license airports and helicopter landing sites, or other air navigation facilities, in accordance with regulations it adopts pertaining to such approval and licensure. Licenses granted under this section shall be renewed annually in conjunction with the Federal Aviation Administration sponsored airport survey program."

. Chapter 1, Title 2, Section 163 which states that:

. "The Department, through the Office of Aeronautics, may suspend or revoke any certificate of approval or license issued by it when it determines that an airport, restricted landing area, or other navigation facility is not being maintained or used in accordance with the provisions of this chapter and the rules and regulations lawfully promulgated by it pursuant thereto."

1.2 Aviation safety is of paramount importance in Delaware and depends in great measure upon flight safety and the availability of airports in the State, both of which are regulated by the FAA with the assistance of the Delaware Office of Aeronautics.
1.3 Safety standards are an integral part of the licensing program for Delaware Airports. Annual airport inspections conducted in conjunction with the FAA Form 5010 Airport Master Record Review for licensing can identify existing and potential safety problems and recommend mitigation measures. Inspections are a necessary and integral part of the licensing process and shall be performed by or at the direction of the Office of Aeronautics.

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