Current code limits residential hangars to 2,000 square feet. Increasing that limit will allow for needed flexibility.
Airparks
Alaskan airpark is being railroaded
Flying Crown Airpark defending itself in court against a land grab by the Alaska Railroad Corporation. If it loses, it could set an unsettling precedent for all property owners along the railroad line, as well as hunters, hikers, and others who enjoy Alaska’s recreational bounty.
Girl Scout comes to the aid of S.C. airpark community
The Girl Scout’s Gold Award project brings additional safety to her airpark.
A hangar of his own
The 70′ by 70′ hangar houses four airplanes, including two sailplanes.
For sale: Florida airpark with longest private runway in the U.S.
The famed airpark is home to actor John Travolta.
Picture of the Day: Summer sunset at Lenhardt’s Air Park
Dale Weir submitted the following photo and note: “Summer sunset at Lenhardt’s Air Park in Hubbard, Oregon.” Would you like to have your photo featured as Picture of the Day? You can submit it via this form. All photos sent in for Picture of the Day are also considered for our new Page 4 photo […]
A backcountry flying getaway in Sequoia National Forest
Peppermint Sky Ranch will exist for those wanting to share the backcountry flying lifestyle, closer to home.
Living With Your Plane: Tennessee pilot helps friends build their hangars
Taking advantage of some down time, pilot Larry Robbins is enjoying hanging out at home in LaFollette, Tenn., where he has access to his airplanes in a subdivision with its own landing strip. His hangar features a bifold liftstrap door from Schweiss Doors, measuring 44 feet x 14-1/2 feet, complete with auto latches and remote […]
N.C. county allow private airstrips in residential neighborhoods
A news story in the Rocky Mount Telegram by Lindell John Kay reports that Nash County in North Carolina now allows private airplane landings strips in the county’s residential neighborhoods. The Nash County Board of Commissioners approved an amendment to the county’s unified development ordinance that allows airstrips almost anywhere provided provisions of a special use permit […]