Safeguarding

Airport Safeguarding ensures the safe movement of any aircraft within the vicinity of the aerodrome.

It is a legal requirement under ICAO (International Civil Aviation Organisation) and the UK CAA (Civil Aviation Authority).

The process ensures all developments within 13km of an airport (30km for wind turbines) that could have an impact on the continuity of safe operations are in accordance with current aeronautical legislation.

Teesside International Airport works closely with local planning authorities and developers to ensure this is achieved.

It is vital, therefore, that all planning within 13km of the airport are processed through the local council planning department who, in turn, will notify Teesside International Airport.

The airport will carry out necessary assessments as required, and make the appropriate changes as required.

For further information regarding Aerodrome Safeguarding, visit www.caa.co.uk/combined-aerodrome-safeguarding-team-cast/what-is-safeguarding/

All applications must be submitted a minimum of 10 working days prior to planned lift.

Allow 28 days for cranes above 45 metres.

Complete the application below, detailing the following information:

• Type of equipment
• Location in Latitudes and Longitudes in WGS84 format as well as Easting and Northing in OSGB36 format must be included. These can be found using  https://www.gridreferencefinder.com.
• Maximum operating height (including the ‘at rest’= jib height for a luffing crane) above ground level (AGL)
• The height above sea level at the precise location
• Jib length (where appropriate)
• Dates, days, and times of operation
• Applicants, company and contact details
• On site operator name and contract telephone number (for emergencies)
• Invoicing information for the permit administration and assessment charges

The Airport Safeguarding Team will carry out an initial assessment to determine whether the permit can be issued as requested. If restrictions are required to heights or operating days/hours, then additional assessments may be required.

If additional assessments are required, this may take several weeks and at the developer’s cost.