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Custer County airport installs jet fuel tank, aims for low prices and readies August AirFest
Summary
The airport reported the new jet fuel tank is in service, plans to offer low-priced jet fuel to attract traffic, and is planning an AirFest event on Aug. 16; fuel will also support firefighting and medevac aircraft.
Custer County's airport staff told commissioners on May 22 that a new jet fuel tank is installed and in service, that the airport plans to offer competitively low jet-fuel pricing to attract more aircraft traffic, and that fuel availability will support medevac and firefighting operations this summer.
Why it matters: Local availability of jet fuel enables medical, firefighting and tourism flights to operate from the county airport without detouring to other facilities; lower prices are intended to increase traffic and tourism.
Key points - Jet fuel: The new tank was reported in place and operational; one minor cabinet/hose-reel update remains. Staff said they procured bulk fuel at favorable prices and intend to undercut other regional providers. - Public safety: Staff said the airport will be able to refuel firefighting aircraft this summer and provide fuel for emergency medical flights. - AirFest planning: Airport organizers are planning an AirFest for Aug. 16 and said they chose a date to avoid competing with larger airshows.
Board context: Commissioners and staff said airport infrastructure is improving, the refueling capability supports regional emergency response and that the airport intends to market lower prices to attract traffic.
Next steps: Final small equipment updates to the fuel system and fence work under gates remain; staff will monitor operations and fuel sales.
