Business View Magazine | Volume 8, Issue 9

178 BUSINESS VIEW MAGAZINE VOLUME 8, ISSUE 9 decades of use… the advised limit is 20 years. Before the recent renovation the runway had not been reconstructed for 30+ years. There have also been smaller projects completed, namely the taxiway intersection and the reconstruction of old pavements. Cedar City has seen its fair share of bad weather recently, with the airport and the surrounding areas having to deal with unseasonal rainfall. Holt notes, “We even volunteered to fly aid workers in helicopters over the flood damage to get aerial photos so they could make informed decisions. Southern Utah University Aviation (based at the airport) has been able to provide this assistance, as they have the nation’s largest helicopter school. They also offer fixed-wing flight training and a certified mechanics course.” In the winter, Cedar City also receives its share of snowfall, but the airport is prepared for this and has instrument procedures to help aircraft. They also have effective equipment to clear snow or by air. As with most regional airports across the country, Cedar City Regional has a need for more private hangar space. “Currently, there are at least 18 people who are looking for hangar space,” says Tyler Galetka, Airport Operations Manager. “There are two 80ft x 80ft hangars planned – the city has approved the lease, which means the airport is in the building permit application phase.” The airport has just completed a major capital improvement project to revamp the main runway. This project was rolled out in a seven- phase project over the past three years. One of two runways at the airport, it has been newly renovated to meet Federal Aviation Administration requirements and was funded by the FAA itself. The second runway also was improved with funds coming through the State of Utah. These projects need to be completed to a standard that ensures that they are around for