Archive for March 2012
CalPilots Supports Blythe ALUC on New Power Plant Threat
In case you weren’t aware, the Blythe Airport already encroached by a power plant situated on final a mile east for runway 26, is under another threat.
Read MoreGovernor Brown – Do not eliminate our ALUC's
Open letter to Governor Brown regarding Airport Land Use Commission’s and their importance to California’s airports. Read why they should not be eliminated.
Read MoreUnleaded Avgas: Why UL 91 Isn't "The" Answer
UL 91 is an unleaded avgas already powering aircraft engines in Europe and may within weeks be approved for use in a range of Lycoming engines, but it’s unlikely you’ll see it at your airport soon.
Read MorePoll: Americans See Airports' Value to Local Economy
WASHINGTON, D.C. – Americans love their local airports, but they’re still not sure how they work, according to a new national survey commissioned by Airports Council International-North America.
Read MoreTracy CA. – New Jerusalem Airport
Fenced in at New Jerusalem – Nearly a mile and half of chain link is scheduled to go up around New Jerusalem Airport as one of several improvements to the small airport the city owns southeast of town.
Read MoreAirport Planning Laws Are Up For Repeal
California’s Seminal Airport Land Use Compatibility Planning Laws Are Up For Repeal
Read MoreState Airport Land Use Commission Function's Threatened
ALERT – The Airport Land Use Commission (ALUC’s) function, specifically created to maintain safety and eliminate noise issues for communities with airports, is now in jeopardy due to the State Department of Finance irresponsible and myopic view of their importance.
Read MoreOceanside Airport Ready to Take Off
OCEANSIDE — Though there is still much work to be done, the Oceanside Municipal Airport is on its way to becoming a top-notch general aviation airfield, airport managers told the City Council this week.
Read MoreClosure of Waldo Lake, OR – Comments requested
Oregon State Marine Board revisiting Closure of Waldo Lake-Comments requested – CalPilots Editors Note: The Columbia Seaplane Pilots Association requests your help.
Read MoreWill nonprofit pilot Sutter County Airport? – CalPilots Supports Idea
Joe Borzelleri’s first job was as a fuel boy at Sutter County Airport when he was 12 years old.
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