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After executive session, commission directs Grove Airport sponsor to reimburse state and submit five‑year plan
Summary
Following an executive session on Grove Airport compliance, the commission voted to send the airport sponsor a letter requiring reimbursement to the state for land purchased within the runway protection zone and to submit a five‑year plan to secure controlling interest of remaining RPZ lands.
The Oklahoma Aerospace & Aeronautics Commission concluded closed‑door consultations with agency counsel and the state attorney general's office on May 13 and returned to open session to adopt a formal directive to the Grove Airport sponsor.
Commissioner Craig Campbell moved that agency staff send a letter requiring the Grove Airport sponsor to (1) reimburse the state for land the agency purchased within the Grove Airport Runway Protection Zone (RPZ) on the sponsor's behalf and (2) submit a five‑year plan to the department to secure controlling interest of remaining RPZ lands so the airport returns to full compliance. Commissioner Jim Putnam seconded the motion.
The commission approved the motion by roll call vote with all commissioners present voting in favor.
Why it matters: Ensuring an airport maintains control over RPZ lands is a standard state and FAA concern because RPZs protect approach and departure paths and reduce the risk of incompatible land uses. The commission's action directs staff to seek written commitments and a plan from the sponsor to address the compliance issues discussed in executive session.
Next steps: Agency staff will draft and send the letter to the Grove Airport sponsor outlining required reimbursements and the format and deadlines for the five‑year compliance plan.
