FAA Mandated Airport Tree Management
Posted March 6, 2014 at 12:05 am by Tim Dustrude
Friday Harbor residents may notice some limited tree removal operations on or near the airport over the next couple of weeks. The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) requires that any objects including trees, buildings, antennas, etc. that penetrate “approach surfaces” must be lighted, marked or removed.
In a recent safety inspection, certain trees were identified as obstructions in the approach surfaces on and around airport property. This will be the first phase of a comprehensive approach to topping and removing trees that penetrate approach surfaces and will help keep our airport safe and in compliance with federal aviation regulations.
The Port of Friday Harbor prides itself on trying to be environmentally friendly and will only take down or top those trees necessary to the safe operation of the airport. For questions please contact Dave Ryan, Airport Manager at
daver [@] portfridayharbor [.] org
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