Garda Lake Airfield

Fees & Regulations

Transparent costs and clear rules for safe operations.

Fees

Our fees

Fees may vary depending on the season and services requested. Contact us for a tailored quote.

ServiceFee
PPR (Prior Permission Required)Per landing/parking request10 €
Daily aircraft parking10 €
Hangar shelterSubject to availabilityOn request

Regulations

Airfield regulations

Use of the airfield implies full acceptance of these regulations, which govern the use of the field intended exclusively for recreational or sport flying activities with ultralight aircraft, in compliance with the applicable laws and with the Operator's provisions.

Operator: Garda Lake Airfield S.S.D. a R.L. — Registered office: Località Altura 1, 37017 Lazise (VR) — Tax ID / VAT 05137570239

1

Status and operation of the airfield

Airfield located in the Municipality of Castelnuovo del Garda (VR), coordinates 45°27'06.9"N – 10°43'23.4"E, elevation 278 ft AMSL. Activity is permitted exclusively under daytime VFR conditions, from sunrise to sunset. The Operator reserves the right to suspend airfield activity temporarily or permanently for reasons of safety, maintenance, weather conditions or orders of the competent Authorities, without this entailing any liability on the part of the Operator, except for the refund of amounts already paid for services not used.

2

Admitted aircraft

The airfield is reserved exclusively for ultralight aircraft (microlights) with a maximum take-off mass (MTOW) not exceeding 600 kg. Aircraft exceeding this limit are not permitted.

3

PPR (Prior Permission Required) obligation

Access to the airfield, including landing, take-off and parking operations, is permitted exclusively subject to prior PPR authorisation, which is always mandatory: valid only for the authorised dates, effective only after payment, and required even in the absence of traffic or for short stops. Overnight parking is permitted even without a hangar, unless otherwise instructed by the Operator.

4

Repositioning and handling of aircraft

Pilots who, for operational reasons, need to move other aircraft in order to access or exit the hangar are required to reposition them immediately, properly close the hangar and operate with the utmost care to avoid damage. Any damage caused to third parties or to aircraft must be reported immediately to the Operator and to the owner of the damaged aircraft.

5

Weather conditions

In the event of adverse weather (strong wind, rain, hail) aircraft must be promptly secured. The runway may be used only after suitable conditions have been restored, subject to the Operator's authorisation.

6

Use of hangars and aircraft shelters

It is forbidden to park motor vehicles inside the hangars, to store unauthorised or hazardous materials, and to carry out extraordinary maintenance (disassembly, painting, structural modifications) except for short periods and subject to prior authorisation. Each User is responsible for the cleanliness and tidiness of the assigned space. The Operator declines all liability for materials and equipment left unattended.

7

Safety prohibitions

Inside the hangars it is strictly forbidden to start engines, smoke, or keep fuels or flammable materials. Engine start-up is permitted only in the designated areas, with all the safety precautions required by good aeronautical practice.

8

Grass surface maintenance

The runway undergoes periodic maintenance of the grass surface by means of a mowing tractor, including during unattended hours. Compliance with PPR procedures before every flight operation is therefore mandatory.

9

Guest access

Guest access is permitted only upon prior notice to the Operator. The hosting User is responsible for the conduct of their guests; minors must be accompanied at all times. The Operator reserves the right to restrict or deny access for safety reasons.

10

Video surveillance and alarms

The facilities are equipped with video surveillance and alarm systems. Access to the footage is limited to the areas under the User's responsibility, in compliance with privacy legislation. The full privacy notice on data processing is available on the site's Privacy page.

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Liability

Each User is directly liable for damage caused to persons, property or facilities. Parking and hangar shelter do not constitute a deposit contract within the meaning of art. 1766 of the Italian Civil Code: the parking areas are unattended and the Operator assumes no obligation of custody or surveillance. The Operator holds a third-party liability insurance policy but, except in cases of wilful misconduct or gross negligence, is not liable for theft, fire or damage to aircraft, materials and equipment parked or stored. Hangar fire insurance is in place according to the arrangements established by the Operator.

12

Default

In the event of unpaid amounts, the Operator may exercise the right of retention over the aircraft pursuant to art. 2756 of the Italian Civil Code, until the sums due are paid in full.

13

Jurisdiction

Any dispute relating to the interpretation and application of these regulations falls under the exclusive jurisdiction of the Court of Verona, without prejudice to the mandatory consumer forum under the Italian Consumer Code (Legislative Decree 206/2005), where applicable.

Regulations

Flight operations regulations

These regulations govern the conduct of flight activity at the Garda Lake Airfield and are binding on all Users and authorised Pilots.

1

Knowledge of operating rules

The User declares that they are aware of and fully accept the provisions governing the use of the runway, the published traffic circuits, the airfield's operating procedures and the applicable Letter of Agreement, which forms an integral part of these regulations.

2

Operational limitations

Performing aerobatics within a radius of 5 km of the airfield is strictly forbidden. Activity is permitted exclusively for ultralight aircraft, under daytime VFR (sunrise–sunset). Overflying the Gardaland park and the Peschiera del Garda hospital is forbidden; the published circuits, altitudes and procedures must be respected.

3

Authorisation to use the runway

Use of the runway is subject to the prior consent of the Operator, who may at any time, at its sole discretion and for safety or operational reasons, restrict or suspend flight activity, including temporarily.

4

Aircraft and pilot requirements

Use of the runway is forbidden for aircraft lacking the mandatory insurance coverage, not equipped with a functioning radio, or not compliant with airworthiness and maintenance documentation, as well as for pilots whose licences, certificates or ratings are expired or invalid. Responsibility for the validity of the documentation rests exclusively with the Pilot.

5

Runway closure

The runway may be closed for routine or extraordinary maintenance, adverse weather conditions, or safety or operational needs, whenever the Operator deems it necessary.

6

Specific prohibitions

It is strictly forbidden to drain fuel onto the grass surface or onto any area not equipped for that purpose.

7

Letter of Agreement

The User declares that they have read the Letter of Agreement attached to these regulations and fully accept its contents, with particular reference to applicability, conditions of use of the airspace, operational limitations and liability.

8

Authorisations and limitations

The User undertakes to comply with all the operational conditions and limitations set out in the authorisations issued by the competent Authorities and referred to in the Letter of Agreement, where applicable.

9

Compliance obligations

Each Pilot is required to operate at all times in compliance with the procedures, limitations and operational requirements of the Airfield and of the Letter of Agreement, assuming full responsibility for doing so.

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