Mackay/Airport ClosureI live in Spokane, Wa and have been using the municipal airport for over
15 years and believe it is a great asset to the Kalispell area. I have
spent thousands of dollars at local hotels and restraunts while my
airplane was parked at this airport. If I had to go into the large
airport and deal with the added headaches I would just go elsewhere. I
understand local groups are trying to shut it down due to safety and
noise concerns which can be improved with very simple measures. Noise
abatement procedures are easy to implement and respected by pilots.
Please focus your resources on educating the local population on the
safety of general aviation and the benifits it provides to the local
economy.
Chadd MacKay
Spokane, Wa