Rules and Regulations

Percival Springs Airport (2T2) – Rules and Regulations

Access to and use of the facility is a privilege.
Drug-Free Campus: Percival Springs Airport is a strictly drug-free zone; the use, possession, or distribution of illegal drugs or prohibited controlled substances is forbidden anywhere on the airport grounds, including the runway, showgrounds, and campground.

Right to Deny Access: The Owner, Sheila Percival (217-994-6470), along with the Shareholders and Trustees of Percival Springs Inc., reserve the right to deny access, request immediate departure, or issue a permanent ban to anyone who fails to adhere to these rules, operates in a manner deemed unsafe, or violates the drug-free policy.
Purpose: These rules ensure the safety of diverse aviation activities (STOL, Ultralight, Paramotor, and EMS operations) and maintain a welcoming environment for pilots and guests.
Regulatory Compliance: This airport operates in an unzoned area; all pilots must comply with Federal Aviation Regulations (FARs) and these local rules.
Liability: All activities are conducted at the sole risk of the participant; the airport assumes no liability for damage or injury.

Hours of Operation: Officially open for daytime operations only, except for authorized EMS missions.
Runway Conditions: This is a turf facility. The Pilot in Command (PIC) is solely responsible for determining if the surface is safe.
Communications: Pilots must monitor and announce intentions on BOTH Effingham CTAF (122.725) and Percival Springs CTAF (122.9) when within 4 nautical miles.
Traffic Pattern: A standard left-hand pattern is in effect for all standard aircraft. Pilots must proactively accommodate slower aircraft like ultralights.

Surface Awareness: Use appropriate soft-field techniques on the 2,000 x 100 ft. turf runway.
Overruns: Non-standard 300-foot turf overruns are for emergency or safety use only.

Yielding: Any aircraft in the pattern or on the ground is expected to immediately yield when an Air Evac asset is active.

Designated Area: The Showgrounds (east of the campground and pond) is the designated area for Ultralight and Paramotor activity.
Departure Rule: All takeoffs and low-level headings must be made in an arc from 000° (North) through East to 180° (South).
No-Fly Zone: Flight towards the RV Park, campground, or private entrance road is not permitted and can result in a permanent ban.

Safety Protocol: Never approach a running engine or step on wings/lines.
Supervision: Pets must be on a leash (either physical or wireless), and children must be under close adult supervision.
Right-of-Way: Aircraft in motion always have the right of way over vehicles and pedestrians.

Insurance: Approved operators may be required to provide a Certificate of Insurance and name the airport as an additional insured.

Runway Access: Personal vehicles are not permitted on the runway or safety areas without an authorized escort.

Notification: Notify Sheila Percival or Management immediately (217-994-6470) of any incident or damage.

Zero Tolerance: To ensure the safety of our aviation community, EMS crews, and families, Percival Springs Airport is a 100% drug-free environment.

Scope: This policy applies to all pilots, passengers, campground guests, and visitors across all movement areas, hangars, and showgrounds.

Safety Compliance: In alignment with Federal Aviation Regulations (FARs), any person suspected of being impaired while operating aircraft or equipment will be asked to leave immediately.

Consequences: Any violation of this policy is a violation of the safety boundary and could be subject to an immediate and permanent ban from the facility.

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