8. Airfields with special features

8.1 Helistations

• The helipads consist mainly of :

  • a final approach and take-off area ;

  • a safety area ;

  • a contact and take-off area.

  • Aire d'approche finale et de décollage (FATO: final approach and take-off area).

    Its dimensions depend on the type of helipad and the performance class in which the helicopters are operated.

    Note :

    there are three performance classes I, II and III. Operating a helicopter in performance class I means that engine failure and acceleration-stop during acceleration, or continuation...