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Lawmakers hear 'Airspace Protection Act' to tighten tall-structure permitting near airports
Summary
Proponents told the House Transportation Committee HB333 would harmonize state rules with FAA Part 77, expand protections for circling/VFR surfaces and require ODOT to consider local airport sponsor input on tall-structure permits; witnesses cited safety incidents and the need for clearer state permitting.
The House Transportation Committee held a second hearing on House Bill 333 on March 10, a proposed "Airspace Protection Act" intended to strengthen how Ohio handles tall-structure permitting near airports.
Proponent Kyle Lewis of the Aircraft Owners and Pilots Association told the committee he would show a video illustrating a real-world accident in which a light aircraft struck a steam stack near a runway. "It was within half a mile of the runway," Lewis said, describing steam and color choices that…
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