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Emergencies

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Part 3Permitted aircraft movements
Division 5Emergencies and dispensations

17 Emergencies

An aircraft is involved in an emergency if:

(a)

the aircraft is being used for or in connection with:

(i)

a search and rescue operation; or

(ii)

a medical emergency; or

(iii)

a natural disaster; or

(b)

the pilot of the aircraft has declared an in‑flight emergency; or

(c)

the aircraft has insufficient fuel to be diverted to another airport; or

(d)

there is an urgent need for the aircraft to land or take off:

(i)

to ensure the safety or security of the aircraft or any person; or

(ii)

to avoid damage to property.

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