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CAH3
ATF 123.35 1500 ASL 3 NM exc Comox CZ
Elev 9 ASL
Cct 800 ASL
Join overhead (midfield) from south
Rgt hand cct Rwy31
Remain clear of ridge to N (noise abatement)
PPR for T&G
No Winter Maintenance
CAUTION: DO NOT rely on reported wind from Comox ATC (local conditions vary greatly). Join midfield iaw published procedures .and check windsock!
Access to Float Plane Dock.
Gate can be opened from dock side. Gate code for lock is available to Airpark members in the Members Area Forum, pilots arriving at the dock should note code on exit or see notice in Pilots Lounge. Note: If wrong code is entered, press 'C' to clear, then re-enter code.
Aircraft Operations/Noise Abatement.
The earliest time we have recommended over the years as a target for the start of aircraft operations at the Airpark is 8:00 AM. The exception to that guideline is that anyone needing to take off earlier (it should be the exception) should not do so before 7:00 AM, and should not return to the Airpark before 8:00 AM (unless it is an emergency). In the spirit of being good "corporate citizens", we have also recommended that Airpark members avoid doing multiple circuits at the Airpark. The exception to this guideline is Sealand Flight, which occasionally needs to do multiple circuits for pilot training.In closing, all Airpark and visiting pilots are
also reminded that flying operations are "day-only, VFR”, except for Air
Ambulance and other helicopters equipped with night vision devices.
Helicopter Operations
Medium and heavy-lift helicopters, normally wheel-equipped and intending to use the Air Ambulance/Emergency Services helipad at the Courtenay Airpark, are directed to use the main runway for takeoff and landing and to taxi to/from the helipad to minimize the effects of rotorwash on adjacent hangars. Skid-equipped helicopters in the same class are advised to use the main ramp only for parking. Caution on the effects of rotorwash at all times.Airpark Winter Operations
The Flight Supplement states 'NO winter maintenance'. So in case of snow/ice on the airfield, do not expect any clearing to be undertaken. We also do not publish Notams unless it gets really bad or will appear to close the field for extended periods. Please check runway conditions before flight, if in doubt.
Bottom line: Use at your own risk!
Caution! Helicopter Operations & Rotorwash/Downwash
We have two helos based at our field and often have heavier aircraft such as S76 as visitors. The dangers to light aircraft from flying through rotor wash or from downwash are well established.
Watch the video below to see the result of a pilot encountering the wake turbulence caused by a UH-60 Blackhawk helicopter at 27 seconds into the video...