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Roswell airport reports building demolitions, runway work; air-race organizers confirm Thunderbirds and new grandstands
Summary
Deputy Airport Director Omar Gonzales told the council Buildings 112 and 115 have been demolished and Building 66 remains under ATF investigation; air‑race organizer Fred Keller said the U.S. Thunderbirds will perform in September and organizers plan permanent 9,500‑seat ADA‑compliant grandstands and expanded RV utilities.
Deputy Airport Director Omar Gonzales updated the Roswell City Council on airport operations and project work on April 9, saying the demolition of Buildings 112 and 115 is complete and that "Building 66 has been identified" but remains under investigation by the ATF, which has delayed full remediation.
Gonzales said the airport team met with insurance adjusters and is exploring limited cleanup and safety measures while waiting for ATF clearance. He also briefed the council on tenant and facility activity, reporting that Building 1081 is nearly ready for museum occupation pending resolution…
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