Business View Magazine l November 2022

247 BUSINESS VIEW MAGAZINE VOLUME 9, ISSUE 11 twelve-unit T Hangar complex and of course, the funding for that will be all borne by Jasper County. Then, phase six will be a 1200-foot runway extension,” Lucas outlines. “We requested this two weeks after we opened the new runway, but the FAA wants us to prove that we have the amount of turbine traffic that would justify the extension. We do document as much as we can the arrivals and departures of the turboprops and the jet traffic course the turboprops are satisfied in their entirety by our current 4200-foot runway as well as all the light jet fleets – but as soon as you are getting midsize jets they have to come in light and leave light. A 1200-foot extension would give us more flexibility for bringing in larger aircraft and safety in different weather conditions.” Lucas elaborates. Lucas is also quick to highlight another valued partnership that he identifies as being key to the airports’ continued success and growth; JCL Aviation Services. A full-service independent 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