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Airport board explores mobile Jet A service and boneyard auction as county seeks clearer plan on proceeds
Summary
Airport and Land Planning staff told commissioners the Airport Board discussed a mobile Jet A fuel service option and the auction/cleanup of the airport boneyard; commissioners said they will not approve sales or leases until proceeds and an explicit plan are known.
Big Horn County’s Airport and Land Planning report on May 20 outlined options the Airport Board is considering for expanded Jet A fuel service and the cleanup and possible sale of aircraft at the county boneyard.
Paul Thur told commissioners the Airport Board discussed a mobile Jet A full-service option that could be funded with federal BIL funds. Thur said the Airport Board had discussed using him more than his allocated 50% FTE; Thur said he is realistically spending 80–90% of his time on airport items. Commissioner Bruce Jolley reminded the board that Thur is not at 100% disposal of the Airport Board.
Thur reported the boneyard clean-up process and potential auction are under review; County Attorney Jennifer Kirk (not in attendance) reportedly was not in favor of short-term leases to allow purchasers access to the boneyard for removal. Commissioners said they would not approve any plan until the proceeds and a clear plan for revenue distribution and access are known.
Thur also said he is wrapping up 2025 projects before year-end close and that utilities—especially Greybull water—are expected to rise, requiring budget adjustments. No formal approvals on fuel service or boneyard disposition were recorded in the minutes; commissioners requested clearer plans and revenue estimates before any authorization.
