Article 7 Amendment to the Air Navigation (Isle of Man) Order 2015

After article 51 (commander to ensure demonstration of use of oxygen) insert —

“Refuelling with passengers on board

51A.

The commander of an aircraft registered in the Isle of Man must ensure that prior to the aircraft being refuelled whilst passengers are embarking, on board or disembarking—

(a)

qualified personnel are readily available to initiate and direct the evacuation of the aircraft;

(b)

passengers are instructed to ensure that any seat belts or harnesses are unfastened; and

(c)

two-way communication is maintained between the ground crew supervising the refuelling and the qualified personnel on board the aircraft.

Requirement for notification of accident

51B.

(1)

This article applies if an aircraft registered in the Isle of Man is involved in an accident resulting in—

(a)

serious injury or death; or

(b)

substantial damage to the aircraft or other property.

(2)

The pilot in command of the aircraft must notify the nearest appropriate authority by the quickest available means.

(3)

If the pilot in command is unable to comply with the requirement in paragraph (2), the operator of the aircraft must do so.”.