The Stone Drive NW Runway Safety Area Improvement Project is currently underway out near the airport.
The purpose of the Stone Drive NW Runway Safety Area (RSA) improvement project, which began in May, is to comply with a nationwide FAA mandate to standardize RSAs at the end of each runway.
Stone Road will be lowered and a concrete structure will be built over the roadway, extending th e safety zone to achieve the necessary 1,000 feet beyond the end of the runway. The purpose of this land is to provide a safe place for aircraft to roll if they do not takeoff or land as planned.
In an effort to minimize traffic delays, a bypass road has been constructed for local and emergency vehicle access. Motorists should be advised to expect periodic traffic delays within the construction area throughout the duration of this project. At this time, construction is scheduled to be complete in August of 2009.
For more information about the Stone Drive NW Runway Safety Area improvement project, call Kim Scattarella with Public Works at (253) 594-7882.
Project postcard
Stone Drive Runway Safety Site plan
The Tacoma Narrows Airport (TIW) is located in a picturesque rural setting within minutes of both Tacoma and Seattle, and is rapidly becoming the airport of choice in the South Puget Sound. With a 5,002-foot runway, full IFR capabilities, Control Tower (8 a.m.-8 p.m. 365 days a year) and 24-hour weather reporting, the airport is accessible at almost any time of the day or night to all types of aircraft.
Tacoma Narrows Airport has "international gateway" status with U.S. Customs, available 24 hours a day/seven days a week. Pilots are responsible for calling U.S. Customs at least two hours prior to arriving at Tacoma Narrows Airport. You can reach the Custom’s office at (253) 593-6338 extension 2 (Monday – Friday 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.). After hours call (253) 383-7900 or toll free at (888) 205-0215.
Because of the central location, this general aviation airport is convenient for visitors to the Puget Sound region. After landing, stop by the on-site restaurant and enjoy the incredible views. You are minutes away from shopping, great restaurants, water activities and hiking or exploring the beautiful surrounding area.
You can e-mail the Tacoma Narrows Airport at narrowsairport@centurytel.net.
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