Category Archives: Legislative Issues

The War on Torrance Airport Customers

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FAA proposes airspace changes around San Bernardino Airport, raising safety concerns

By Stephanie Hastings Miranda – Community Forward Redlands December 6, 2024 REDLANDS, Calif. — The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) is proposing modifications to the airspace designation around San Bernardino International Airport (SBD) to enhance safety and accommodate new flight procedures. … Continue reading

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Comment Period Extended For SBD Airspace Change Notice of Proposed Rule Making

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Sling Pilot Academy and the City of Torrance Settle Business License Dispute

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Despite boom in air traffic, SBD airport remains without radar

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Whiteman Airport – LAC Public Health and AQMD Reports Counter Claims That Lead in Avgas are Hurting Kids Near Whiteman Airport

The press release below prepared by the Southern California Airspace Users Working Group contains information that counters claims made by various individuals and CA Senator Menjavar about lead in aviation gasoline hurting kids near Whiteman Airport (KWHP). SCAUWG.ORGassociated with SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA … Continue reading

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Your Comments Requested! Potential Closure of Death Valley’s Stovepipe Wells Airstrip

National Park Service Managers at Death Valley National Park in California are seeking public comment regarding future plans for the Stovepipe Wells Village. Plans include repairs and upgrades to water and sewer systems, and an expansion of the RV campground. … Continue reading

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FAA Issues Notice of Investigation to Santa Clara County For Numerous Items Including Ban on Sale of Leaded Avgas

On December 22, 2021, the FAA issued a strongly worded letter to Eric Peterson, Director of County Airports Santa Clara County. The letter is a notice of informal investigation that was issued as a result of multiple complaints from airport … Continue reading

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100LL Banned at Reid-Hillview & San Martin- Santa Clara County

We all know that leaded aviation fuel’s days are numbered. Steps are already underway to market a recently formulated replacement for 100LL Avgas. But, it seems that’s just not quick enough for Santa Clara County, California. Other airport sponsors in … Continue reading

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Urgent Message to CalPilots Chapters and Members

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