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Ocean Shores committee advances AWOS installation, weighs GPS approach for medevac access
Summary
The committee confirmed Century West is on schedule to continue AWOS installation into 2026 and discussed whether GPS approaches (rather than an ILS) could improve medevac helicopter access; members will seek operator minimums and invite FAA and Century West for further guidance.
At a special Sept. 18 meeting, the City of Ocean Shores Municipal Airport Advisory Committee reaffirmed progress on installing an Automated Weather Observing System (AWOS) and discussed instrument‑approach options that could improve medical helicopter access in bad weather.
Scott, the airport liaison, said Century West is managing the AWOS schedule and that predesign tasks are complete. "Century West has got everything on schedule for the continuation of our AWOS installation into 2026," he said.…
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