There are 3 designated helicopter training areas at Archerfield.
Area A
North of TWY B within the confines of the AD up to 500 ft, clear of buildings, circuit direction and FREQ as per ATIS. A maximum of 3 helicopters are permitted to operate circuits concurrently. Additionally, a maximum of 2 helicopters are permitted to operate on training in ground effect only.
Area B
North and west of RWY 04L within the confines of the aerodrome up to 500 ft, clear of buildings, circuit direction and FREQ as per ATIS. A maximum of 3 helicopters are permitted to operate circuits concurrently. Additionally, a maximum of 2 helicopters are permitted to operate on training in ground effect only.
Area C
South and east of TWY D, inside the fixed wing circuit for RWY 04R/22L, not above 800 ft. Landings must be conducted north of TWY B. Once established, the only radio communications are an ‘airborne’ call before each circuit and a ‘downwind’ call.
Always remain east of the control Tower; only 2 helicopters are permitted to operate concurrently in this area.