FAA Urges Halt To Falcon Field Landing Fees
The agency cited pending complaints, federal obligations and possible safety impacts.
The agency cited pending complaints, federal obligations and possible safety impacts.
Measure would apply to smaller Part 91 aircraft operating in the state.
Flight schools are asking the FAA and a federal court to halt Mesa’s landing fee program.
FAA administrator says ADS-B was intended as a safety tool.
Both Mesa, Arizona, airports have postponed implementation, with Falcon Field now targeting no later than July 30.
Could Phoenix-area landing fees spark broader GA change?
As Falcon Field and Mesa Gateway add landing fees for light aircraft, officials and flight schools describe different futures for the Phoenix area.
New landing fee announced just a week after those at Mesa’s Falcon Field.
City leaders say landing fees address an airport funding gap, while flight schools warn of rising costs.
A new memo details weight-based landing fees set to take effect April 1 at DeKalb-Peachtree Airport, targeting transient aircraft.