Airport Support

The defeat of the proposed power plants at French Valley Airport – How we did it!
by Robert Eppers and Troy Childs

Before we became involved in this action, we didn’t understand how much of a threat power plants could present to flight operations at general aviation airports. This is the story of our fight to prevent eight (8) 60 megawatt power plants (a total of 480 MW) from being built inside the pattern of the French Valley Airport in Murrieta California.

It all started March 17, 2009 when I received a bid notification for this unheard of project. Being an electrical contractor experienced with this type of work I was asked to quote on it. I am also a pilot, and a property owner, whose property lies under the downwind leg for French Valley Airport.

WATSONVILLE – The city will not appeal a judgment against its 2030 general plan to the state Supreme Court, officials said. Watsonville backs off Buena Vista growth plan; City Won’t Appeal Ruling Against 2030 General Plan
The City Council instead is expected on May 11 to rescind the development blueprint that called for building hundreds of homes north of the airport and an accompanying environmental study.

Oceano Airport is a good neighbor, it supports our economy, and is a vital link to emergency services in our community. Come and enjoy our beautiful airport.

Oceano Airport is a good neighbor, it supports our economy, and is a vital link to emergency services in our community. Come support and enjoy our beautiful airport.

Reno Tahoe Airport Stakeholders Alert! The Airport Authority is attempting to run GA out of KRNO and relocate us to Stead. Please vist our WEB-SITE renoaviation.org to learn the issues.

Monday May 10th is a GA work shop with the Airport Trustees at 2:00 in the airport board room located in the commercial terminal.

John Howitt VP Reno Tahoe Aviation Association

Developer Rescinds French Valley (Airport Area) Power Plant Application – In April 2010 the developer withdrew his application for the French Valley power plants . The encroachment, California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA), Grant Assurances, and most important SAFETY were too great of hurdles to overcome. Our success required dedication and hard work from our neighbors…

Long Beach Airport Association
Quarterly General Membership and Safety Meeting
When: Wednesday, April 28th, 2010
Where: Airflite
Time: 6:30 Pm Hangar Flying 7:00 PM Safety Meeting

We’ll be raffling off a profusion of really great prizes! Sandwiches, fruit, desserts and beverages will be served.  Family, Friends, Flyins – Welcome!

Los Osos Developer Jeff Edwards is still at it. The second in the series of six “informational” meetings with the intent to bulldoze the airport for development (and private development profit). Come and make your voice heard! We had great media for the event on March 17th, and were featured on KSBY and the Tribune. We need to send a resounding “no” to closing our beautiful Oceano Airport.

Still don’t believe your single voice — or vote — doesn’t matter? … read the rest of story (738 words)

Lincoln, CA. Saturday, April 17, 2010 … a Great Day to be a Lincoln Aviation Enthusiast!

The Lincoln Regional Airport aviation community will gather on Saturday, April 17th for a day of aviation events and activites. We’ll be engaging in the “big 3”: Entertainment, Education, and Eats! Come join your fellow flying enthusiasts in the festivities!