Does the MAAA have a specific requirement for a safety fence to protect pilots from runway operations?
The MAAA has no specific advice as it depends on local conditions Factors to consider include the physical separation between the runway and where the pilots stand, the number of pilots flying at the same time, the weight, speed and type of aircraft, restrictions that may be placed on having either a permanent or temporary barrier, and susceptibility to vandalism. Clubs are advised to undertake their own risk assessment to determine if one is justified but the safety of operations is always a high priority.