In its continuing fight to save Ocean Ridge Airport (E55) near Gualala, Calif., the Bower family has launched a campaign on Smallknot, an online crowdsourcing site for small businesses. According to a report on AVweb, the family needs to raise $60,000 to put an asphalt slurry coating on the runway. The California Department of Transportation […]
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Moore County Airport ready for U.S. Open Championships
CARTHAGE, N.C. – The Moore County Airport (SOP) has been preparing for the influx of an estimated 4,000 flights that will arrive and depart from the airport during the two weeks of the U.S. Open Championships. The airport recently completed an extensive renovation/expansion program as part of a long-term strategic plan and have further enhanced […]
3CK gets grant for runway reconstruction
The Illinois Department of Transportation has provided grant authority to proceed with the design for the reconstruction of runway 8-26 at the Lake in the Hills Airport (3CK). This $5 million project will reconstruct and widen the existing runway to bring it up to current FAA standards, airport officials said. “This will be a significant safety improvement […]
Minden-Tahoe Airport to host World War II aircraft
MINDEN, Nevada — The Wings of Freedom Tour, honoring World War II veterans, including the Boeing B-17 Flying Fortress “Nine O Nine,” B-24 Liberator “Witchcraft,” and P-51 Mustang fighter will arrive at Minden-Tahoe Airport at noon on June 2 and will be on display until noon on June 4. Ground tours and display hours will be […]
Construction work on ISM runway in final stages
KISSIMMEE, Fla. — Construction on Runway 06/24 at Kissimmee Gateway Airport (ISM) is coming into its final phase, which will include cutting grooves into the new asphalt to improve braking action. This work will take place during normal business hours during the week of May 29 through June 1. The runway is expected to return to normal […]
Roundtable to focus on aviation and public-private partnerships
WASHINGTON, D.C. — The House Transportation and Infrastructure Committee’s Panel on Public-Private Partnerships (P3s) will hold a roundtable policy discussion this week on opportunities for aviation and P3s. Day to day operating revenue for an airport comes from a variety of sources, including airline rents, usage fees and charges, and concessions. Funds for airport construction projects also […]
Long Beach Airport Association revitalizes board, embarks on new initiative
LONG BEACH, Calif. — The Long Beach Airport Association (LBAA) — a collaboration of Long Beach Airport businesses, private aircraft owners and community supporters — has launched a new effort to promote business diversity and preserve aviation as a vital contributor to the Southern California economy. Representing more than 18,000 employees and 200 diverse businesses […]
Massachusetts launches five-year plan for GA airports
The Massachusetts Department of Transportation (MassDOT) Aeronautics Division has revealed plans to build or renovate general aviation airport administrative facilities in 15 communities during the next five years. The 15 general aviation airports were chosen as part of a comprehensive, statewide Airport Administration Building Master Plan that identified projects based upon several factors, including public […]
Monarch Air expands to McKinney National Airport
McKINNEY, Texas — Monarch Air has selected McKinney National Airport (TKI) for a major expansion. Monarch Air will lease a significant portion of a 53,750-square-foot hangar and office facility at the airport to offer a range of services including aircraft maintenance, flight training, charter service, fleet management, acquisitions and sales for the private sector. “McKinney’s commitment […]