Helipads are part of the earth or other surface that is used for landing bladed aircraft and is equipped with the necessary means.
Classification
Depending on the conditions, the sites are divided into permanent or temporary. Separately, there are 3 large groups, which are classified according to their purpose:
- Transport. From the name it becomes clear that they are used to transport goods, as well as to transport passengers when there is no possibility of operating an aircraft.
- Educational. At such sites, young specialists are trained and trained to fly a helicopter.
- Special. They have a narrow purpose and are used for specific purposes. For example, to provide medical care in places where the plane will not land.
Collapsible helipads
They are designed to land aircraft on terrain with insufficient soil strength. The panels are made from stamped bent profile steel sheets. The kit also includes special hooks and mountingfixtures.
During operation, it is necessary to carry out a full inspection of the site. Bolted connections loosen over time and should be periodically checked for strength.
Dignity and characteristics
The length and width of the platform is 20 meters, and the weight is 11.7 tons. It can withstand the weight of a flying vehicle up to 12 tons.
- Long life and reliability. Thanks to the full painting, the panels are protected from corrosion.
- Easy installation. Special tools and equipment included.
- Mobility. Transportation can be carried out by rail or by trucks.
Helipads are an indicator of luxury
Increasingly, there are situations when the availability of an equipped helicopter landing site radically changes the cost of luxury housing.
We althy people constantly make high demands on luxury properties that must fully satisfy their desires. But even the most luxurious home can be left without buyers if it does not provide a platform for landing aircraft.
Helicopter provides great benefits and fully pays for its cost. It helps to save time on movement and frees you from traffic jams. For this, we althy people can go to any lengths.
For example, one we althy co-founder, unable to find an official way to build helipads on the roof, found another way. He bought himself a floating heliport, which cost him a decent amount. SoThus, a person showed that for his convenience and comfort he is capable of any tricks, if only there was a helipad on his territory. A photo of the project was widely shared and prompted architects to develop new ways to land and take off aircraft.
Equipment and dimensions
Helipads can be made in many ways. Asph alt concrete pavements or panels made of aluminum are used. This is the main part of the site where takeoff and landing will take place, as well as aircraft parking. A special approach must be created for it.
The site equipment should only be trusted by specialists. They will professionally study the terrain and weather conditions, select the necessary equipment and prepare the foundation.
You need to carefully consider the safety for the transportation of goods and people, so experts do not advise engaging in independent equipment of such objects.
The size of the helipad must be at least 5×5 m. Space for borders is also added - 2×2 m. They are indicated in white or black depending on the time of year.
The platform located on the roof of the building must be flat and placed exactly in the center. A slope to the horizon of more than 8º is not allowed. It is forbidden to have electrical equipment and antennas on the territory of the facility and near it.
It is also necessary to have a metal pallet equipped withblind parapet. Its height is at least 0.1 m. It is recommended to install a lattice fence with a height of at least 0.9 m. For fire safety, the site will be equipped with a foam automatic extinguishing system.
Design
Recently, the availability of places for takeoff or landing has become not only a luxury, but also an actual addition to the building. Therefore, the design of helipads is becoming more and more in demand. On demand, there is a supply in the form of a multitude of firms providing such services. But you cannot trust such a responsible business to the first company. The contractor must have experience in the design and construction of sites, as well as knowledge of sanitary standards and safety requirements.
Design and then construction of places for takeoff and landing is carried out according to the following algorithm:
- Research site placement opportunities.
- Conducting engineering and survey work on the ground.
- Drawing up a site plan with technical and economic calculations.
- Choose the flooring that the site will consist of.
- Drafting a layout of signal and lighting equipment, as well as navigation equipment and radio communications.
- If a high-quality and large-scale heliport is created, then a layout of the parking lot, paths for flying vehicles going to the take-off site, as well as facilities for maintenance and refueling are necessary.
Next, the finished project should be submitted for approval to the general architectand preparing it for execution.
