The Government of Chhattisgarh on August 13, 2024, issued the Standard Operating Procedure for Preparation and Operations of Helipads in Chhattisgarh.
The following has been stated:
• Helipad preparation and dust prevention:
The Helipad surface could be hard, grassy or concrete as the case maybe. It is to be noted that grass on the surface helps in reduction of dust. Therefore, grass should not be removed in the Helipad area. In addition, area inside the barricade should not have dust / loose soil. In case of non-grassy surface, a layer of cow dung must be applied as dust protection measure on the surface inside barricade. Watering could also be resorted to around Helipad just prior to arrival of helicopter. Care must be taken to keep the passenger movement area dry.
• Security arrangements:
Suitable arrangements for safety of helicopter operations like fire tender and ambulance must be made. Safety of helicopter and crew needs to be ensured.
• Availability of smoke candles:
Smoke candles or wind sock should be available and deployed suitably in such a manner that smoke should not come on the Helipad.
[Notification No 118/Dir./Avi./GoCG/2024]
