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--- airfieldmanual:5._airfield_operations [2026/03/10 16:00] – [0.1 Aerobatic boxes] kateb
+++ airfieldmanual:5._airfield_operations [2026/03/10 16:00] (current) – [1. Competition finishes] kateb
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-===== - Turbo/FES/Jet Units =====
+===== 5.15 Turbo/FES/Jet Units =====
 If you need to start your turbo or jet to climb away from the airfield or to test it, please be aware of the noise impact on the nearby communities of Scotlandwell and Kinnesswood, and on the Vane Farm Bird Reserve on the Southern side of Loch Leven. Gliders fitted with turbo sustainers should make every effort to avoid engine starts in the vicinity of local villages however the pilot must bear in mind the necessity of being in a position to land safely in the event the engine fails to start. Furthermore climbing away from low down and into wind with a low ground speed may cause a sustained noise nuisance for local residents so routeing following local engine starts should be away from the airfield and villages.
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 Pilots with FES equipped gliders should follow the BGA and manufacturer’s guidelines on operating FES units on an airfield in order to safeguard people on the ground near their glider.
-===== - Competition finishes =====
+===== 5.16 Competition finishes =====
 Competition finishes at the end of racing tasks are permitted however pilots must exercise due care. Call ahead on the radio (122.915) if doing a finish at PCS or POR; good airmanship with regard to circuit traffic must be paramount.
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-Where possible high speed task finishes should use BGA turnpoints PO1 or PO2 rather than PCS or POR. Refer [[#aerobatic boxes|Aerobatic Boxes]].
+Where possible high speed task finishes should use BGA turnpoints PO1 or PO2 rather than PCS or POR. Refer [[#aerobatic_boxes|Aerobatic Boxes]].
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 All approaches towards the airfield should follow a descending profile (other than to go-around where necessary), the landing area should be in the pilot’s sight, and the airfield boundary must be crossed at a height which cannot endanger persons (seen or unseen), vessels or property.
-‘Beat ups’ (and practice competition finishes at low level) are prohibited over Portmoak airfield. Fast, low passes are prohibited over neighbouring houses (and on the ridges – refer [[B. Ridge Soaring]]). Members of the public may perceive low, fast flying as dangerous or obtrusive. Pilots must of course comply with the law, particularly in this case SERA.3101 (Negligent or Reckless Operation of Aircraft), which includes "aircraft must not be flown closer than 150 metres (500 feet) to any person, vessel, vehicle or structure except...[limited exceptions, see the legislation]".
+‘Beat ups’ (and practice competition finishes at low level) are prohibited over Portmoak airfield. Fast, low passes are prohibited over neighbouring houses (and on the ridges – refer [[:airfieldmanual:b._ridge_soaring|B. Ridge Soaring]]). Members of the public may perceive low, fast flying as dangerous or obtrusive. Pilots must of course comply with the law, particularly in this case SERA.3101 (Negligent or Reckless Operation of Aircraft), which includes "aircraft must not be flown closer than 150 metres (500 feet) to any person, vessel, vehicle or structure except…[limited exceptions, see the legislation]".
-[[4. Flying Authorisation]] | [[:start#contents|Contents]] | [[6. Local Airspace for Glider Pilots]]
+[[:airfieldmanual:4._flying_authorisation|4. Flying Authorisation]] | [[:start#contents|Contents]] | [[:airfieldmanual:6._local_airspace_for_glider_pilots|6. Local Airspace for Glider Pilots]]