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What is the current rate of the Air Passenger Departure Tax ? </strong></font></p> <p class="style1"><font face="Arial">The current rate of the Air Passenger Departure Tax is HK$120 per passenger (12 years of age or above) departing by air from Hong Kong through Hong Kong International Airport, or by helicopter from Hong Kong at the Heliport at the Hong Kong - Macau Ferry Terminal. Pursuant to the Air Passenger Departure Tax Ordinance (Cap. 140), a passenger under 12 years of age is exempt from the tax. With effect from April 1, 1999, passengers who arrive and depart from Hong Kong within the same day are also exempted from the tax. For all categories of exemption, please refer to the <a href="http://www.legislation.gov.hk/blis_ind.nsf/e1bf50c09a33d3dc482564840019d2f4/3e844d92152eae4748256dba002d055e?OpenDocument" target="_blank">Second Schedule of the Ordinance</a>.</font></p> <p class="style1"><font face="Arial"><strong>2. How is the Air Passenger Departure Tax being collected? </strong></font></p> <p class="style1"><font face="Arial">Air passengers will have to pay the Air Passenger Departure Tax when they buy air ticket from the airlines or, travel agents or helicopter companies. Airlines normally will not collect departure tax at the check-in counter unless it has not been collected upon the issue of air tickets. </font></p> <p class="style1"><font face="Arial"><strong>3. I have paid Air Passenger Departure Tax on purchase of air tickets but eventually have not departed from Hong Kong by air. How can I get the tax refund? Are there any charges for such refund? </strong></font></p> <p class="style1"><font face="Arial">Passengers who have paid Air Passenger Departure Tax (APDT) upon purchase of air tickets but eventually have not departed from Hong Kong by air are eligible for tax refund from the airlines, travel agents or helicopter companies. No charge shall be payable for such refund.</font></p> <p class="style1"><font face="Arial"><strong>4. If I am exempted from paying the Air Passenger Departure Tax but have already paid for it, how can I apply for refund ? </strong></font></p> <ol type="i" class="style1"> <li><font face="Arial"><u>Sea-to-air passengers</u> (passengers arriving Hong Kong International Airport by cross-boundary ferry service for on ward departure from Hong Kong by air)</font></li> <p><font face="Arial">With effect from 26 April 2005, same day cash refund of advance payment of departure tax is available at the Sky Pier. Passengers with Refund Coupons who have not collected the refund at the Sky Pier Refund Counter on the same day of travel shall contact the airlines concerned directly for the refund. Passengers who have not been issued with Refund Coupons at the Sky Pier can apply <b>by post only</b> (please refer to the following paragraph (ii) for the application procedures) to the Civil Aviation Department for tax refund.</font></p> <li><font face="Arial"><u>Other passengers</u></font></li> <p><font face="Arial">Passenger may apply in person for refund in cash at the Civil Aviation Department's (CAD) 'Departure Tax Information Counter' located at Aisle D, Level 7, Departure Hall, Terminal 1 of the Hong Kong International Airport upon production of all the following documents: </font></p> </ol> </div> <blockquote class="style1"> <div align="left"> <p><font face="Arial">1. <strong>tax payment evidence </strong>(i.e. original air ticket / original helicopter ticket which indicates that Hong Kong APDT has been paid);</font><BR> <font face="Arial">2. <strong>original boarding pass</strong> of the above departure flight (for the airline passenger only);</font><BR> <font face="Arial">3. <strong>original ferry ticket bearing passenger&#39;s name</strong> (only for sea-to-air passengers); and </font><BR> <font face="Arial">4. <strong><a href="apdt_exempt.html">relevant documents</a></strong> to support of the claim to exemption. </font></p> </div> <div align="left"> <p><font face="Arial">Passenger may also apply by post for refund in cheque by forwarding the duly completed &quot;<a href="../application/DCA%20216E.pdf">Application for Refund</a>&quot; together with all the required documents within 4 weeks of departure of the flight to: </font></p> </div> <blockquote> <div align="left"> <p><font face="Arial">Revenue Section of Finance Division<br> 10/F Commercial Building<br> Airport Freight Forwarding Centre<br> 2 Chun Wan Road<br> Hong Kong International Airport<br> Hong Kong</font></p> </div> </blockquote> <div align="left"> <p><font face="Arial">If the passenger has difficulty in depositing the Hong Kong dollar cheque in his / her bank account, please refer to Note (ii) of &quot;<a href="../application/DCA%20216E.pdf">Application for Refund</a>&quot; for alternative payment arrangements.</font></p> </div> </blockquote> <div align="left" class="style1"> <p><a href="#" onMouseOut="MM_swapImgRestore()" onMouseOver="MM_swapImage('Top1','','engimages/button_top_f2.gif',0)"><img src="engimages/button_top.gif" alt="Top" name="Top1" width="40" height="18" border="0" id="Top1"></a></p> <p><img src="engimages/button.gif" alt="*" width="19" height="18"><font face="Arial"><strong>Aircraft Registration</strong></font><a name="acregister"></a></p> <p><font face="Arial"><strong>5. How can I register an aircraft in Hong Kong? </strong></font></p> <p><font face="Arial">If you are a qualified person under Article 4 of the Air Navigation (Hong Kong) Order 1995, you may register an aircraft in Hong Kong. Application can be made by completion of the form <a href="../application/DCA%2099.pdf">DCA 99</a> and payment of appropriate fee.</font></p> <p><a href="#" onMouseOut="MM_swapImgRestore()" onMouseOver="MM_swapImage('Top2','','engimages/button_top_f2.gif',0)"><img src="engimages/button_top.gif" alt="Top" name="Top2" width="40" height="18" border="0" id="Top2"></a></p> <p><img src="engimages/pdficonsmall.gif" width="22" height="24">NOTE: The application forms are offered as <a href="http://www.adobe.com/products/acrobat/readstep.htm" target="_blank">Adobe PDF</a> (Portable Document Format) Files. Please download Acrobat Reader to view or print them. </p> <p><img src="engimages/button.gif" alt="*" width="19" height="18"><font face="Arial"><strong>Air Operator's Certificates</strong></font><a name="aoc"></a></p> <p><font face="Arial"><strong>6. How can I apply for an Air Operator's Certificate? </strong></font></p> <p><font face="Arial">An aircraft registered in Hong Kong may not fly for the purpose of public transport unless the operator holds an Air Operators Certificate (AOC) granted by Director-General of Civil Aviation. For the grant of an AOC the Director-General of Civil Aviation will take into consideration of the applicant's previous conduct and experience, his equipment, organisation, staffing, maintenance and other arrangements. Details of the requirements leading to the grant of the AOC are contained in the publication CAD 360, &quot;AOC - Requirements Document&quot;. Please contact our office on tel : (852) 2769 7641, fax : (852) 2362 4250. </font></p> <p><a href="#" onMouseOut="MM_swapImgRestore()" onMouseOver="MM_swapImage('Top3','','engimages/button_top_f2.gif',0)"><img src="engimages/button_top.gif" alt="Top" name="Top3" width="40" height="18" border="0" id="Top3"></a></p> <p><img src="engimages/button.gif" alt="*" width="19" height="18"><font face="Arial"><strong>Aircraft Maintenance Licence</strong></font><a name="licence" id="licence"></a></p> <p><font face="Arial"><strong>7. Where can I find the examination syllabus for Aircraft Maintenance Licence? </strong></font></p> <p><font face="Arial">CAD publication - HKAR-66.</font></p> <p><font face="Arial"><strong>8. How to get an Aircraft Maintenance Licence? </strong></font></p> <p><font face="Arial">Application procedures are in HKAR-66 and HKAR-2. Please also see &#8220;Licences and Certificates&#8221; under &#8220;Information at a Glance&#8221; in this CAD web site for more details about the <a href="HKAR-66.html">HKAR-66 Aircraft Maintenance Licence</a>.</font></p> <p><font face="Arial"><strong>9. What exemptions will be given for someone holding Aircraft Maintenance Licence issued by an authority outside Hong Kong? </strong></font></p> <p><font face="Arial">Exemption from Aircraft Maintenance Licence examinations are shown in HKAR-2 Chapter 23 Appendix 2.</font></p> <p><font face="Arial"><strong>10. Is there any expiry date in Aircraft Maintenance Licence? </strong></font></p> <p><font face="Arial">An Aircraft Maintenance Licence is valid for five years.</font></p> <p><font face="Arial"><strong>11. Where can I buy CAD publications such as HKAR-66, HKAR-1, HKAR-2, Airworthiness Notice, etc? </strong></font></p> <p><font face="Arial">You can contact HKCAD Flight Standards and Airworthiness Division general office. The address is:</font></p> </div> <blockquote class="style1"> <div align="left"><font face="Arial">10/F Commercial Building<br> Airport Freight Forwarding Centre<br> 2 Chun Wan Road<br> Chek Lap Kok<br> Lantau<br> Hong Kong<br> Telephone Number:2769 7641<br> Telefax Number :2362 4250</font></div> </blockquote> <div align="left" class="style1"> <p><a href="#" onMouseOut="MM_swapImgRestore()" onMouseOver="MM_swapImage('Top4','','engimages/button_top_f2.gif',0)"><img src="engimages/button_top.gif" alt="Top" name="Top4" width="40" height="18" border="0" id="Top4"></a></p> <p><img src="engimages/button.gif" alt="*" width="19" height="18"><font face="Arial"><strong>Pilot Licencing</strong></font><a name="pilot"></a></p> <p><font face="Arial"> <strong>12. How can I become a pilot? </strong></font></p> <p><font face="Arial">Pilots can be categorised into private pilots and professional pilots. The former shall hold a Private Pilot's Licence (PPL) while the latter shall hold either a Commercial Pilot's Licence (CPL) or an Airline Transport Pilot's Licence (ATPL). The following specify the requirements for obtaining a Hong Kong PPL.</font></p> <p><font face="Arial">To obtain a Hong Kong PPL, you have to : </font></p> </div> <blockquote class="style1"> <div align="left"> <p><font face="Arial">1. be at least 17 years old; </font></p> <p><font face="Arial">2. be medically fit and in possession of a valid Medical Certificate; </font></p> <p><font face="Arial">3. acquire appropriate knowledge in various areas (such as aviation law, navigation, meteorology, aircraft technical knowledge, radio telephony and human performance and limitations) and pass the examinations of those subjects. </font></p> <p><font face="Arial">4. acquire the required amount of flying training and experiences and pass a flight test. </font></p> </div> </blockquote> <div align="left" class="style1"> <p><a href="#" onMouseOut="MM_swapImgRestore()" onMouseOver="MM_swapImage('Top5','','engimages/button_top_f2.gif',0)"><img src="engimages/button_top.gif" alt="Top" name="Top5" width="40" height="18" border="0" id="Top5"></a></p> <p><img src="engimages/button.gif" width="19" height="18"><font face="Arial"><strong>Baggage Limitation</strong><a name="baggage"></a></font></p> <p><font face="Arial"><strong>13. The size of the hand carry? </strong></font></p> <p><font face="Arial">The size is 22&quot; X 14&quot; X 9&quot; or 56cm X 36cm X 23cm.</font></p> <p><font face="Arial"><strong>14. What is the allowance for check-in baggage for each passenger? </strong></font></p> <p><font face="Arial">There are two systems:</font></p> <p><font face="Arial">(1) The Piece System - This system is applicable to passengers travelling to or from the USA or Canada. In general, passengers are allowed to carry two pieces of baggage free, provided that the weight of each piece does not exceed 32 kg and the size does not exceed the maximum dimensions allowed (which depends on which class the passengers are entitled to travel).</font></p> <p><font face="Arial">(2) The Weight System - This system is applicable to passengers travelling to or from places other than the USA or Canada. In general, the allowance for checked baggage is 40 kg for first class, 30 kg for business class and 20 kg for economy class.</font></p> <p><font face="Arial">For details of the free baggage allowance and excess baggage charges, please contact the airlines concerned direct. </font></p> <p><a href="#" onMouseOut="MM_swapImgRestore()" onMouseOver="MM_swapImage('Top6','','engimages/button_top_f2.gif',0)"><img src="engimages/button_top.gif" alt="Top" name="Top6" width="40" height="18" border="0" id="Top6"></a></p> <p><img src="engimages/button.gif" alt="*" width="19" height="18"><font face="Arial"><strong>Airport runways/ opening hours</strong></font><a name="airport"></a></p> <p><font face="Arial"><strong>15. How long are the airport runways? </strong></font></p> <p><font face="Arial">Both the North and South runways are 3800 metres or 3.8 km in length.</font></p> <p><font face="Arial"><strong>16. What is the opening hours of Hong Kong International Airport? </strong></font></p> <p><font face="Arial">The airport is opened for 24 hours a day.</font></p> <p><a href="#" onMouseOut="MM_swapImgRestore()" onMouseOver="MM_swapImage('Top7','','engimages/button_top_f2.gif',0)"><img src="engimages/button_top.gif" alt="Top" name="Top7" width="40" height="18" border="0" id="Top7"></a></p> <p><img src="engimages/button.gif" alt="*" width="19" height="18"><font face="Arial"><strong>Charter/ Private Flights</strong></font><a name="special_flight" id="special_flight"></a></p> <p><font face="Arial"><strong>17. How do I apply for permission to operate charter flights to or from Hong Kong? </strong></font></p> <p><font face="Arial">The Air Transport (Licensing of Air Services) Regulations require that any person wishing to operate charter flights to or from Hong Kong must obtain a permit from the Director-General of Civil Aviation. Permit application forms are available from the Civil Aviation Department Headquarters at 46/F Queensway Government Offices, 66 Queensway, Hong Kong. Completed applications must be submitted to the Director-General of Civil Aviation (fax no. (852) 2877 8542) at least 3 working days (2 weeks should be allowed for processing of new or infrequent operators) before the anticipated arrival/departure date of the flight in Hong Kong. </font></p> <p><font face="Arial">Before consideration can be given to an application for such a permit, the following information and documents are required: </font></p> </div> <blockquote class="style1"> <div align="left"> <p><font face="Arial">1. An application for permission (DCA122 form) to operate non-scheduled services;</font></p> <p><font face="Arial">2. A valid air operator's certificate or equivalent document to indicate type of aircraft authorized, area(s) of operations, and type(s) of services authorized; </font></p> <p><font face="Arial">3. Current Certificate of Airworthiness, and Certificate of Registration of the aircraft to be used;<br> <br> 4. The aerodrome operating minima to be used at the Hong Kong International Airport together with the instructions relating to the application of those minima;<br> <br> 5. Noise certificates to show that aircraft complies with ICAO Annex 16 Volume I Part II Chapter 3 noise standard ;<br> <br> 6. Information as to how the pilot's route and airport qualification is to be established for Hong Kong;<br> <br> 7. Insurance Certificate that insures the operator in respect of any liability which may be incurred by him/her in respect of Third Party, Passenger, Baggage, Cargo, and Mail for any one event to a Combined Single Limit required in accordance with the Civil Aviation (Insurance) Order; and<br> <br> 8. Confirmation on whether the aircraft is equipped with TCAS II, and has full navigational capability and sufficient fuel to divert to alternate airfield.</font></p> </div> </blockquote> <div align="left" class="style1"> <p><font face="Arial">Additional requirements will apply if a leased aircraft is to be used.</font></p> <p><font face="Arial">In addition to the above general requirements, the following additional information will be required for each charter application: </font></p> </div> <blockquote class="style1"> <div align="left"><font face="Arial"><br> 1. Details of the proposed charter flight (i.e. the type of charter to be operated, the proposed operating schedule which has been cleared with the Hong Kong Scheduling Coordinator, etc.); and <br> <br> 2. Justification for the charter flight. </font></div> </blockquote> <div align="left" class="style1"> <p><font face="Arial">Applications for the operation of charter flights for the carriage of passengers or cargo to or from Hong Kong will normally be approved if the Director-General of Civil Aviation is satisfied that the applicant has reasonably demonstrated that corresponding scheduled services cannot satisfy a genuine demand by providing the service or capacity required and, in the case of applications made by airlines based outside Hong Kong, that the government of the country in which the airline is based would afford no less favorable treatment to a Hong Kong based airline making a similar application.</font></p> <p><font face="Arial">Applications for the operation of charter flights for the carriage of both passengers and cargo will not normally be considered.</font></p> <p><font face="Arial">Detail application procedure for non-scheduled air services could be found in Section GEN 1.2 of Hong Kong AIP.</font></p> <p><font face="Arial"><strong>18. How do I apply for clearance to operate private non-revenue flights to and from Hong Kong? </strong> </font></p> <p><font face="Arial">Prior clearance from the Director-General of Civil Aviation is required for the operation of private non-revenue flights to and from Hong Kong. Applications should be sent to the Director-General of Civil Aviation at 46/F Queensway Government Offices, 66 Queensway, Hong Kong (fax no. (852) 2877 8542, telex 61361 CADHK HX, AFTN VHHHYAYX) at least 3 working days before the anticipated arrival/departure date of the flight in Hong Kong. No application form is required, but the following information should be provided: </font></p> </div> <blockquote class="style1"> <div align="left"> <p><font face="Arial">1. Type of aircraft; </font></p> <p><font face="Arial">2. Nationality and registration marks of the aircraft; </font></p> <p><font face="Arial">3. Name of operator; </font></p> <p><font face="Arial">4. Name of ground handling agent in Hong Kong; </font></p> <p><font face="Arial">5. Proposed dates and times of arrival and departure; </font></p> <p><font face="Arial">6. Confirmation that there will be no fare-paying passengers or commercial cargo on board; </font></p> <p><font face="Arial">7. Insurance Certificate that insures the operator in respect of any liability which may be incurred by him/her in respect of Third Party, Passenger, Baggage, Cargo, and Mail for any one event to a Combined Single Limit required in accordance with the Civil Aviation (Insurance) Order;</font></p> <p><font face="Arial">8. Noise Certificate to show that aircraft complies with ICAO Annex 16 Volume I Part II Chapter 3 noise standard; and</font></p> <p><font face="Arial">9. Confirmation that the aircraft has full navigational capability and will carry sufficient fuel to divert to its alternate airfield from overhead Hong Kong</font></p> </div> </blockquote> <div align="left" class="style1"> <p><font face="Arial">An application must be submitted to the Director-General of Civil Aviation at least 3 working days before the anticipated arrival/departure date of the flight in Hong Kong. However, it is advisable for non-frequent or new operators to submit their applications at least 2 weeks prior to the date of operation to allow sufficient time for processing their applications.</font></p> <p><font face="Arial"><strong>19. When should applicants submit their applications? </strong></font></p> <p><font face="Arial">An application must be submitted to the Director-General of Civil Aviation at least 3 working days before the anticipated arrival/departure date of the flight in Hong Kong. However, it is advisable for non-frequent or new operators to submit their applications at least 2 weeks prior to the date of operation to allow sufficient time for processing their applications.</font></p> <p><a href="#" onMouseOut="MM_swapImgRestore()" onMouseOver="MM_swapImage('Top8','','engimages/button_top_f2.gif',0)"><img src="engimages/button_top.gif" alt="Top" name="Top8" width="40" height="18" border="0" id="Top8"></a></p> <p><img src="engimages/button.gif" alt="*" width="19" height="18"><font face="Arial"><strong>Hong Kong Aeronautical Information Publication (AIP HK)</strong></font><a name="aip"></a></p> <p><font face="Arial"><strong>20. How can I obtain a copy of the Hong Kong Aeronautical Information Publication (AIP HK)? </strong> </font></p> <p><font face="Arial">You may purchase a copy of the <a href="aip.html">AIP HK</a> by writing to the Director-General of Civil Aviation. Please send your order to:</font></p> </div> <blockquote class="style1"> <div align="left"><font face="Arial">Revenue Section,<br> Civil Aviation Department,<br> 10/F Commercial Building,<br> Airport Freight Forwarding Centre,<br> 2 Chun Wan Road,<br> Hong Kong International Airport,<br> Hong Kong.<br> <br> Telephone Number: 2769 8054<br> Telefax Number : 2382 4582<br> <br> E-mail: <a href="mailto:eylng@cad.gov.hk">eylng@cad.gov.hk</a></font></div> </blockquote> <div align="left" class="style1"> <p><font face="Arial"><a href="aip.html">A copy of the AIP HK is also available for reference in the Aeronautical Information Centre at the airport</a>.</font></p> <p><font face="Arial"><a href="#" onMouseOut="MM_swapImgRestore()" onMouseOver="MM_swapImage('Top9','','engimages/button_top_f2.gif',0)"><img src="engimages/button_top.gif" alt="Top" name="Top9" width="40" height="18" border="0" id="Top9"></a><br> <br> </font><img src="engimages/button.gif" alt="*" width="19" height="18"><font face="Arial"><strong>Recruitment of Air Traffic Control and Aeronautical Communications Personnel</strong></font><a name="atco"></a></p> <p><font face="Arial"><strong>21.How to apply for the posts of Student Air Traffic Control Officer / Air Traffic Flight Services Officer III / Student Aeronautical Communications Officer? </strong> </font></p> <p><font face="Arial">When there are vacancies, recruitment advertisements would be placed in local press including the South China Morning Post and the Ming Pao. Please watch out for such advertisement for procedures and deadline of application.</font></p> <p><font face="Arial"><strong>22. How to get an application form for your vacancies? </strong></font></p> <p><font face="Arial">Please download the application form GF340 from the following address : <a href="http://www.csb.gov.hk/hkgcsb/doclib/gf340.pdf" target="_blank">http://www.csb.gov.hk/hkgcsb/doclib/gf340.pdf</a></font></p> <p><font face="Arial"><strong>23. If I do not have HKCEE Result, can I apply for the posts of Student Air Traffic Control Officer / Air Traffic Flight Services Officer III / Student Aeronautical Communications Officer? </strong></font></p> <p><font face="Arial">Candidates who have not sat for the HKCEE may apply. However, these candidates' academic qualifications are subject to assessment by Civil Service Bureau on whether they are equivalent to HKCEE.</font></p> <p><font face="Arial"><strong>24. What is the pay scale for Student Air Traffic Control Officer? </strong></font></p> <p><font face="Arial">The pay scale for Student Air Traffic Control Officer is TPS Pt. 11 to 14.</font></p> <p><font face="Arial"><strong>25. What is the pay scale for Air Traffic Flight Service Officer III? </strong></font></p> <p><font face="Arial">The pay scale for Air Traffic Flight Services Officer III is TPS Pt. 5 to 6.</font></p> <p><font face="Arial"><strong>26. What is the pay scale for Student Aeronautical Communications Officer? </strong></font></p> <p><font face="Arial">The pay scale for Student Aeronautical Communication Officer is TPS Pt. 4 to 6.</font></p> <p><font face="Arial"><strong>27. Will there be any written test for applying for Student Air Traffic Control Officer or Air Traffic Flight Services Officer III / Student Aeronautical Communications Officer? </strong></font></p> <p><font face="Arial">Qualified candidates applying for Student Air Traffic Control Officer will be invited to attend a written examination. Those who are further selected for interview will normally receive an invitation in about ten weeks from the date of the written examination. No written test would be required for applications to Air Traffic Flight Services Officer III and Student Aeronautical Communications Officers.</font></p> <p><a href="#" onMouseOut="MM_swapImgRestore()" onMouseOver="MM_swapImage('Top10','','engimages/button_top_f2.gif',0)"><img src="engimages/button_top.gif" alt="Top" name="Top10" width="40" height="18" border="0" id="Top10"></a></p> <p> <img src="engimages/button.gif" alt="*" width="19" height="18"><font face="Arial"><strong>Aerodrome Licence</strong></font><a name="aerolicence"></a></p> <p><font face="Arial"><strong>28. What is an Aerodrome Licence? </strong></font></p> <p><font face="Arial">An Aerodrome Licence is a licence granted to an airport operator in Hong Kong to operate an aerodrome other than government aerodrome for the purpose of public transport of passengers or instruction in flying or carrying out flying test for pilot licensing purpose.</font></p> <p><font face="Arial"><strong>29. Who can grant the Licence? </strong> </font></p> <p><font face="Arial">Under Article 73 of the AN(HK)O 1995, the Director-General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) has been delegated the power and responsibility for the grant of aerodrome licence.</font></p> <p><font face="Arial"><strong>30. Under what conditions and circumstances will the Aerodrome Licence be granted? </strong></font></p> <p><font face="Arial">In accordance with Article 73 of the AN(HK)O 1995, DGCA will issue a licence to the applicant when he is satisfied that: </font></p> </div> <blockquote class="style1"> <div align="left"> <p><font face="Arial">1. the applicant is competent, having regard to his previous conduct and experience, organisation, staffing, equipment provision, maintenance and other arrangements, to ensure that the aerodrome is safe for use by aircraft; </font></p> <p><font face="Arial">2. the aerodrome is safe for use by aircraft, having regard in particular to the physical characteristics of the aerodrome and its surroundings; and </font></p> <p><font face="Arial">3. an aerodrome manual adequately containing all information and instructions necessary to enable the operating staff to perform their duties has been submitted. </font></p> </div> </blockquote> <div align="left" class="style1"> <p><font face="Arial"><strong>31. How to ensure the applicant is qualified for the granting of the licence? </strong></font></p> <p><font face="Arial">This involves CAD's assessment of the applicant's compliance with the requirements laid down in the Aerodrome Licensing Requirements Document (ALRD) issued by CAD. These requirements are based on the standards and recommended practices and guidance material promulgated by the International Civil Aviation Organization. A licence will be issued if the results of the assessments are satisfactory.</font></p> <p><font face="Arial"><strong>32. How long is the validity of the Aerodrome Licence? </strong></font></p> <p><font face="Arial">The Aerodrome Licence will be granted for a period of one year but other periods of validity may be specified at the discretion of the DGCA. Application for renewal of licence shall be made to the DGCA prior to the licence expiry date.</font></p> <p><a href="#" onMouseOut="MM_swapImgRestore()" onMouseOver="MM_swapImage('Top11','','engimages/button_top_f2.gif',0)"><img src="engimages/button_top.gif" alt="Top" name="Top11" width="40" height="18" border="0" id="Top11"></a></p> <p><img src="engimages/button.gif" alt="*" width="19" height="18"><font face="Arial"><strong>Control of Obstructions</strong></font><a name="coo"></a></p> <p><font face="Arial"><strong>33. What is the airport height restriction over an area? </strong></font></p> <p><font face="Arial">The airport height restrictions vary at different locations of Hong Kong. These height limits can be obtained from the Airport Height Restriction Plans. The above plans can be purchased from the Map Publication Centres at 23/F, North Point Government Offices, 333 Java Road, North Point, Hong Kong or 382 Nathan Road, Kowloon.</font></p> <p><font face="Arial"><strong>34. Can we apply for an exemption from the airport height restrictions? </strong></font></p> <p><font face="Arial">Yes, you can apply for a temporary or permanent exemption from the airport height restrictions.</font></p> <p>Temporary exemption from the airport height restrictions can be applied from the Director-General of Civil Aviation. This kind of temporary exemption will only be valid for a period of not more than 2 months and subject to terms and conditions. An extension for further periods of 2 months is possible if the Director-General of Civil Aviation thinks fit. To obtain an application form for temporary exemption from the airport height restrictions, you may write to:</p> </div> <blockquote class="style1"> <div align="left"> <p>Airport Standards Division<br> Civil Aviation Department<br> Room 6T067 Passenger Terminal Building<br> 1 Cheong Hong Road<br> Hong Kong International Airport<br> Lantau</p> <p>Or contact the Safety Officer (Safety Regulations)<br> on telephone no. (852)2183 1249 or 2183 1252<br> fax no. (852)2795 8469 or 2261 2718</p> </div> <div align="left"><font face="Arial">Or download the <a href="../application/COO.pdf">application form </a></font></div> </blockquote> <div align="left" class="style1"> <p><font face="Arial">On the advice of the Director-General of Civil Aviation, the Secretary for Housing, Planning and Lands may by order grant permanent exemption from the airport height restrictions subject to terms and conditions required for or related to the safety of aircraft. For details of this kind of application, please contact: </font></p> </div> <blockquote class="style1"> <div align="left">Housing, Planning and Lands Bureau<br> 9th floor<br> Murray Building<br> Garden Road<br> Hong Kong<br> Fax no. (852)2845 3489</div> </blockquote> <div align="left"> <p class="style1"><font face="Arial"><a href="#" onMouseOut="MM_swapImgRestore()" onMouseOver="MM_swapImage('Top12','','engimages/button_top_f2.gif',0)"><img src="engimages/button_top.gif" alt="Top" name="Top12" width="40" height="18" border="0" id="Top12"></a><br> <br> </font><img src="engimages/button.gif" alt="*" width="19" height="18"><font face="Arial"><strong>Flying Kites</strong></font><a name="kite"></a></p> <p class="style1"><font face="Arial"><strong>35. Can I fly a kite in the proximity of an aerodrome? </strong></font></p> <p class="style1"><font face="Arial">According to Hong Kong law, except with special permission, a kite shall not be flown within five kilometres of an aerodrome within Hong Kong. Aerodromes in Hong Kong include the Hong Kong International Airport, Shek Kong Aerodrome a