Posted by Daryl in PA on June 09, 2013 at 09:09:39 from (174.60.19.226):
In Reply to: Plane Pilots posted by jbp on June 09, 2013 at 08:36:09:
I googled it. Hope this helps>
n the US, there's no federal law prohibiting you from carving out your own little stretch of heaven on earth, just a requirement to notify the FAA.
As a practical matter, the sooner you notify the feds, the better, your local FAA Airports District Office can be a wonderful source of help in planning. If you'd like to take a look at the regulatory side, check out FAR157.
http://www.access.gpo.gov/nara/cfr/waisi…
It's short, just a little over a page, and deals mostly with recommended standards for traffic patterns, obstruction clearance, and the like. I recommend you join AOPA. they are a very valuable resource in this (and other) matter(s). As a member, you can obtain the "airport development packet," which contains forms, instructions, and advice for creating your own private airport. It's available to members only, by calling the toll-free member assistance line at 800/USA-AOPA .
A realistic minimum is about 10 acres, although some pilots have carved out airstrips on less. Don't forget that obstructions on either end can effectively shorten the usable length of your runway.
Zoning and neighborhood support are critical. Zoning laws vary, but most require a public notice of intent and a local zoning hearing. In many cases, that's not enough, and some of the most pitiful cries for help after the airstrip is built come from pilots who complied with the legal requirements but didn't really win support from now-disgruntled neighbors. AOPA has a well-written blueprint for avoiding such trouble, called "How To Gain Community Support For Your Airport." If you're seriously considering building your own airport, This is a must have.
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