Addison Airport Plans Unique Ribbon Cutting to Mark Completion of Major Improvement Program
ADDISON, Texas, Aug. 29, 2011 /PRNewswire/ -- Addison Airport, one of the region's busiest general aviation airports, has completed a major runway reconstruction project, as well as upgraded and improved approach and airport lighting, drainage and grading along the airport's 7,200 foot runway. The runway received a new layer of asphalt and portions of the runway were reconstructed down to its base.
In keeping with an aviation theme for the ribbon cutting ceremony, acrobatic pilot Jan Collmer will cut a ribbon stretched across the runway with his brightly painted Extra 300 aircraft.
"Addison Airport contributes approximately $600 million annually to our local economy and provides more than 3,000 jobs," said Addison Mayor Todd Meier. "We want it to continue to be the general aviation airport of choice for pilots regionally and throughout the country."
Work at the airport included 123 truckloads of asphalt, 181 miles of new paint, 22 miles of electrical cable and enough grass to cover 35 professional football fields.
The project was 90 percent funded by the Federal Aviation Administration's (FAA) Airport Improvement Program through a block grant to the TX-DOT Aviation Division, with the airport providing 10 percent of the $11.6 million budget.
The project required a carefully coordinated effort because the airport was open during most of the construction. Contractors were required to have experience working on airports and a 1,000 foot safety zone was established between aircraft and construction equipment.
"This type of runway is essential to maintain the airport's competitive advantage," said Joel Jenkinson, Addison Airport director. "Our customers will find a much improved aviation facility that is ready to take advantage of the improving economy."
About Addison Airport
Addison Airport has long been a leader in general aviation and a preferred destination for aircraft from throughout the country. The airport features an FAA control tower, 24-hour U.S. Customs service, a 7,200-foot runway and some of the nation's leading fixed based operators offering 24-hour service. The airport is home base to over 700 aircraft ranging from privately owned Boeing 737's to Piper Cubs. The airport's central location and proximity to the Dallas North Tollway provides easy access to business centers throughout North Texas.
SOURCE Addison Airport
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