Bellings/AirportTo the City Council,
My name is Eric Bellings and I am a pilot for Red Eagle Aviation. The
city airport is a valuable assets to this community and is used by many
people across northwestern Montana. It brings in pilots from all over
the world and allows the community the enjoyment of the valley and
surrounding area. The airport has been a fixture in the community for a
very long time and with some improvement can continue to be a fixture
for the future. Flying is extremely safe and is enjoyed by many of the
areas residents. With the airports location pilots fly-in just to grab
a burger or go down town to buy a few things. With aviation being some
what affordable it can be enjoyed by almost anyone if they are willing
to put the time in. It's not a rich man's activity! With the airports
location outside of Glacier Park International airspace and away from
the big airport people can enjoy the benefits of an airport without the
stress and congestion.
With some modifications to the city airport noise, safety and use will
only improve and make most people happier. Airports will always have
people complaining and accusations will be made. It's a problem every
airport has and I hope that with modifications to the airport even the
people that complain will be happier.
Sincerely,
Eric Bellings