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6 BUSINESS VIEW MAGAZINE VOLUME 9, ISSUE 11 come in and install an RNAV GPS instrument approach for runway 1836. We are also going WR EH FRQVWUXFWLQJ D QHZ VTXDUH IRRW UDPS WR DWWDFK WR WKH FXUUHQW VTXDUH foot ramp. Construction on that will start in December. And we have also commissioned the construction of a new fuel farm that will include a 12,000-gallon add gas tank which would also be self-serve. We’re being told, unfortunately, that it’s taking anywhere from 42 to 48 months to construct the fuel tanks.” As with most airports, Ridgeland-Claude Dean relies on the FAA as an integral part of its capital improvement funding. They are paying for 90% of the land purchase as well as 90% of the cost of construction for the new runway and taxiway for example. The funding for the terminal building is coming largely from the South Carolina Aeronautics Commission which KDV DOORFDWHG WRZDUGV WKH SURMHFW Ȣ7KH QHZ EXLOGLQJ ZLOO EH D VTXDUH IRRW two-story building,” says Lucas, “the last project WE’VE GOT YOU COVERED ContactUs@JCLAviationServices.com 843-757-2983 • www.JCLAviationServices.com JCL Aviation Services is a full-service independent aviation insur- ance agency and consulting company. As your risk management partner, we’ll help you identify risk and create solutions to match your exposure. Our clients include private aircraft operators, drone operators, airports, aviation product manufacturers and aviation services company. Unlike commercial property & casualty markets, the aviation insurance market is highly specialized with far less insurers. So, it’s important that you work with someone who understands the industry and can properly represent you in the marketplace. We offer our clients comprehensive, competitively priced insurance pro- grams and unparalleled service. With over 25 years of experience and established relationships, we’ll help you navigate the aviation insurance market and provide solutions tailored to your needs. AVIATION SERVICES, LLC R IDGELAND CLAUDE DEAN A I RPORT