7.90.010 Engine maintenance tests.
A. An aircraft engine shall not be warmed up or run in engine test operations in any area of the airport or in any manner that would result in a hazard to other aircraft, persons or property.
B. Under no circumstances shall a person engage in an aircraft engine test operation, unless:
1. A competent operator is at the controls of the aircraft;
2. The test takes place between the hours of 6:00 a.m. and 10:00 p.m., prevailing local time. If engine testing needs to take place after 10:00 p.m. and before 6:00 a.m. a permit must be issued 72 hours prior to the effective time of the permit. Permit applications shall be submitted to the chief of police on forms prescribed by the city;
3. It is a required preflight check on a nonmaintenance flight and is required for the safe operation of the aircraft. (Ord. 17-003 § 4, 2017)