Board discusses using IIJA funds to lower obstructions and replace uncertified PAPI
Staff described an obstruction analysis and a pilot safety report; the board discussed using remaining IIJA funds to lower tower obstructions and replace a privately installed and uncertified PAPI rather than immediately replacing the AWOS.
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Jessica presented an obstruction analysis performed by BFNS that shows the closest tower near the Runway 20 approach registers as a 3‑foot obstruction and the farthest as a 7‑foot obstruction relative to the 20:1 surface. She said the airport also received a NASA pilot safety submission noting trees near the Runway 20 PAPI.
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