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{{Infobox airport |
{{Infobox airport |
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| name = Aztec Airport |
| name = Aztec Airport |
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| FAA = N19 |
| FAA = N19 |
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| type = Public |
| type = Public |
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| owner = |
| owner = City of [[Aztec, New Mexico|Aztec]] |
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| operator = |
| operator = |
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| city-served = [[Aztec, NM]] |
| city-served = [[Aztec, NM]] |
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| location = <!--if different than above--> |
| location = <!--if different than above--> |
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| image = Aztec Airport VFR Map ( |
| image = Aztec Airport VFR Map (2022).jpg |
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| elevation-f = 5,882 |
| elevation-f = 5,882 |
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| elevation-m = 1,793 |
| elevation-m = 1,793 |
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| coordinates = {{coord|36 |
| coordinates = {{coord|36.835929673532|N|108.02864936088048|W|region:US-NM_type:airport_scale:10000|display=inline,title}} |
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| website = http://www.aztecnm.gov/airport/index.html |
| website = http://www.aztecnm.gov/airport/index.html |
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| pushpin_map = New Mexico |
| pushpin_map = New Mexico |
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| pushpin_relief = yes |
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| pushpin_map_caption = Aztec Airport |
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| pushpin_map_caption = Aztec, NM |
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| pushpin_label = Aztec |
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| pushpin_label_position = bottom |
| pushpin_label_position = bottom |
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| r1-number = 08/26 |
| r1-number = 08/26 |
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| r1-length-f = 4314 |
| r1-length-f = 4314 |
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| r1-length-m = 1315 |
| r1-length-m = 1315 |
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| r1-surface = Asphalt |
| r1-surface = Asphalt |
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| stat-year = 2019 |
| stat-year = 2019 |
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| stat1-header = Aircraft operations |
| stat1-header = Aircraft operations |
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| stat1-data = 5500 |
| stat1-data = 5500 |
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| footnotes = Source: [[Federal Aviation Administration]] |
| footnotes = Source: [[Federal Aviation Administration]]<ref name="FAA">{{Cite web |last= |first= |date= |title=N19 Facility Dashboard |url=https://adip.faa.gov/agis/public/#/airportData/N19 |archive-url= |access-date=April 6, 2022 |website=FAA Airport Data and Information Portal (ADIP)}}</ref> |
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'''Aztec Municipal Airport''' ([[Federal Aviation Administration|FAA]] [[Location identifier|LID]]/[[IATA airport code|IATA]]: '''N19''') is a public-use [[airport]] located two [[ |
'''Aztec Municipal Airport''' ([[Federal Aviation Administration|FAA]] [[Location identifier|LID]]/[[IATA airport code|IATA]]: '''N19''') is a public-use [[airport]] located two [[nautical mile]]s (2 [[Mile|mi]], 3.2 [[Kilometre|km]]) northwest of the [[central business district]] of [[Aztec, New Mexico|Aztec]], in [[San Juan County, New Mexico|San Juan County]], [[New Mexico]], [[United States]].<ref name="FAA" /> It is a general aviation airport with no tower, [[Fixed-base operator|fixed base operator (FBO)]], or commercial services, but which is popular among smaller light sport and general aviation aircraft doing cross country flights, where the airport serves as a GA-friendly waypoint, refueling stop, and overnight layover stop.<ref name="CITY">{{Cite web |last= |first= |date= |title=Aztec Municipal Airport |url=http://www.aztecnm.gov/airport/index.html |archive-date= |access-date=April 6, 2021 |website=City of Aztec, NM}}</ref> |
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== Facilities and aircraft == |
== Facilities and aircraft == |
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Aztec Airport covers an area of 160 [[ |
Aztec Airport covers an area of 160 [[acre]]s (65 [[Hectare|ha]]) at an [[elevation]] of 5,882 feet (1,783 m) above [[mean sea level]]. It has one [[runway]] designated 08/26 with an [[Asphalt concrete|asphalt]] surface measuring 4,314 by 60 feet (1,315 x 18 m).<ref name="FAA" /> For the 12-month period ending April 15, 2019, the airport had an average of 105 aircraft operations per week: 55% transient and 45% local [[general aviation]].<ref name="FAA" /> |
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The airport provides an unattended pilot lounge with |
The airport provides an unattended pilot lounge with seating, restrooms, and free WiFi. Notably, the airport also provides two vehicles that can be used by visiting pilots for free on a first-come-first-serve basis, limited to day or overnight use and travel in the immediate vicinity.<ref name="CITY" /> |
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The airport operates in Class G [[Airspace class (United States)|airspace]], and Class E above it begins at 1200 feet [[Height above ground level|AGL]]. Because of this, it has become especially popular for 'non-traditional' flying and aircraft, including fixed wing, [[Ultralight trike|weight shift]], [[Powered parachute|powered parachutes (PPC)]], [[Powered paragliding|powered paragliders (PPG)]], [[Hang gliding|hang gliders]], and even limited radio control and [[Unmanned aerial vehicle|UAV]] usage. The use of a two-way aviation band radio is not required, but strongly recommended for all pilots and other operators. |
The airport operates in Class G [[Airspace class (United States)|airspace]], and Class E above it begins at 1200 feet [[Height above ground level|AGL]]. Because of this, it has become especially popular for 'non-traditional' flying and aircraft, including fixed wing, [[Ultralight trike|weight shift]], [[Powered parachute|powered parachutes (PPC)]], [[Powered paragliding|powered paragliders (PPG)]], [[Hang gliding|hang gliders]], and even limited radio control and [[Unmanned aerial vehicle|UAV]] usage. The use of a two-way aviation band radio is not required, but strongly recommended for all pilots and other operators.<ref>{{Cite web|url=https://www.aopa.org/destinations/airports/N19/details|title=AOPA Airports|website=www.aopa.org|access-date=2020-01-30}}</ref> |
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== Notable features == |
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In 2023 the airport installed lighting for enhanced evening operations; 39 medium intensity runway lights are installed along the runway, as well as a 36 inch lighted wind sock.<ref>{{Cite web |last=Albright |first=David Edward |date=October 26, 2023 |title=Aztec Airport runway has new lighting |url=https://www.tricityrecordnm.com/articles/aztec-airport-runway-has-new-lighting/ |access-date=2023-12-28 |website=Tri-City Record |language=en-US}}</ref> Traditional white beacon lights are located for runway line up and end-of-runway designations, as well as a pulsating light [[visual approach slope indicator]] (PLASI) system. The lights and PLASI system are remotely activated by using an aircraft radio and clicking 5 times in 5 seconds on the 122.9 MHz ([[MULTICOM]]) frequency.<ref>{{Cite web|url=https://www.airnav.com/airport/N19|title=AirNav: N19 - Aztec Municipal Airport|last=|first=|date=|website=www.airnav.com|url-status=live|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20060628194641/http://www.airnav.com:80/airport/N19 |archive-date=2006-06-28 |access-date=2020-01-30}}</ref> |
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Aztec does not have an FAA-certified [[automated airport weather station]]; however, it does maintain a privately operated Tempest Weather System that provides continuous weather information available from the Internet.<ref>{{Cite web |title=Aztec Municipal Airport (N19) - Tempest by WeatherFlow |url=https://tempestwx.com/station/62212/ |access-date=April 6, 2022 |website=tempestwx.com}}</ref> |
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== History == |
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=== Facilities === |
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On January 9, 1961, a 20-year lease from the BLM for approximately 157 acres was acquired, which established the original runway area; land adjacent to the lease, such as where the hangars and terminal now exist, were also purchased by the City in 1961 for $8,900. The lease was renewed again in 1981.<ref name=":0">{{Cite web |title=Airport Layout Plan Appendices, 2021 (DRAFT) |url=http://www.aztecnm.gov/airport/AirportLayoutPlanReport(AppendicesA-H).pdf |access-date=April 6, 2022 |website=City of Aztec, NM}}</ref><ref name=":1">{{Cite web |title=Airport Layout Plan Report, 2021 (DRAFT) |url=http://www.aztecnm.gov/airport/AirportLayoutPlanReport(Draft2021).pdf |access-date=April 6, 2022 |website=City of Aztec, NM}}</ref> |
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In 2001, the lease was reduced to 11 acres. At the time, the airport manager and other city staff stated that the reduction in the lease size was for financial reasons, believing the larger lease area was too costly. The new lease effectively reduced the airport’s leased area solely to the perimeters of the two existing runways and a portion of the aircraft apron.<ref name=":0" /> |
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During 2009 and 2010, the primary runway (8/26) was re-constructed.<ref name=":1" /> |
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In 2017 the crosswind runway was closed due to a failure to meet several minimum requirements established by the FAA. It was determined that significant changes to the airport - including the relocation of buildings - would be required to keep the runway open.<ref name=":1" /> |
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=== Management === |
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In 1988, Mike Arnold Sr. became the airport General Manager, and took up residence with his family on the airport grounds in 1999. He served as general manager until 2013.<ref>{{Cite web |last=Grover |first=Hannah |title=Airport lounge will memorialize Mike Arnold |url=https://www.daily-times.com/story/news/local/aztec/2016/10/26/airport-lounge-memorialize-mike-arnold/92774602/ |access-date=2022-04-06 |website=The Daily Times |language=en-US}}</ref> |
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In 1996, a set of rules and regulations were prepared and adopted. Titled “Handbook of Airport Operations”, they applied to all airport tenants to ensure the safe and efficient operation of the airport. With no commercial services conducted at the Airport, the City has never developed a set of minimum standards.<ref name=":1" /> |
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On May 18, 2013, Mr. Arnold was involved in a single-person fatality in his personal Peck P-1 airplane, which was destroyed after it impacted the ground during takeoff. The root cause of the crash could not be specifically determined.<ref>{{Cite web |title=NTSB Docket #CEN13LA299 |url=https://data.ntsb.gov/Docket/?NTSBNumber=CEN13LA299 |access-date=2022-04-06 |website=data.ntsb.gov}}</ref> |
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The airport’s management lease continued to be fulfilled by the decedent’s family until September 2014, when the City of Aztec purchased Mr. Arnold’s home at the airport and began managing and maintaining the facility directly.<ref>{{Cite web |title=City of Aztec Commission Meeting - Agenda and Packet for 2014-09-23 |url=http://aztecnm.gov/agendas/2014/Agenda2014-09-23.pdf |website=City of Aztec, NM}}</ref><ref>{{Cite web |title=City of Aztec Commission Meeting - Minutes from 2014-09-23 |url=http://www.aztecnm.gov/minutes/commission/2014/2014-09-23cm.pdf |website=City of Aztec, NM}}</ref> |
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* [https://adip.faa.gov/agis/public/#/airportData/N19 FAA Airport Data and Information Portal (ADIP) Directory Listing for N19]; includes official FAA Airport Diagram, approach and departure charts, and Form 5010 airport data (''current'') |
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*[https://tempestwx.com/station/62212/ Weather Information] from the on-site Tempest weather station (''current'') |
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| Airport type | Public | ||||||||||
| Owner | City of Aztec | ||||||||||
| Serves | Aztec, NM | ||||||||||
| Elevation AMSL | 5,882 ft / 1,793 m | ||||||||||
| Coordinates | 36°50′09″N 108°01′43″W / 36.835929673532°N 108.02864936088048°W | ||||||||||
| Website | http://www.aztecnm.gov/airport/index.html | ||||||||||
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  Aztec Aztec, NM | |||||||||||
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Aztec Municipal Airport (FAA LID/IATA: N19) is a public-use airport located two nautical miles (2 mi, 3.2 km) northwest of the central business district of Aztec, in San Juan County, New Mexico, United States.[1] It is a general aviation airport with no tower, fixed base operator (FBO), or commercial services, but which is popular among smaller light sport and general aviation aircraft doing cross country flights, where the airport serves as a GA-friendly waypoint, refueling stop, and overnight layover stop.[2]
Facilities and aircraft
[edit]Aztec Airport covers an area of 160 acres (65 ha) at an elevation of 5,882 feet (1,783 m) above mean sea level. It has one runway designated 08/26 with an asphalt surface measuring 4,314 by 60 feet (1,315 x 18 m).[1] For the 12-month period ending April 15, 2019, the airport had an average of 105 aircraft operations per week: 55% transient and 45% local general aviation.[1]
The airport provides an unattended pilot lounge with seating, restrooms, and free WiFi. Notably, the airport also provides two vehicles that can be used by visiting pilots for free on a first-come-first-serve basis, limited to day or overnight use and travel in the immediate vicinity.[2]
The airport operates in Class G airspace, and Class E above it begins at 1200 feet AGL. Because of this, it has become especially popular for 'non-traditional' flying and aircraft, including fixed wing, weight shift, powered parachutes (PPC), powered paragliders (PPG), hang gliders, and even limited radio control and UAV usage. The use of a two-way aviation band radio is not required, but strongly recommended for all pilots and other operators.[3]
Notable features
[edit]In 2023 the airport installed lighting for enhanced evening operations; 39 medium intensity runway lights are installed along the runway, as well as a 36 inch lighted wind sock.[4] Traditional white beacon lights are located for runway line up and end-of-runway designations, as well as a pulsating light visual approach slope indicator (PLASI) system. The lights and PLASI system are remotely activated by using an aircraft radio and clicking 5 times in 5 seconds on the 122.9 MHz (MULTICOM) frequency.[5]
Aztec does not have an FAA-certified automated airport weather station; however, it does maintain a privately operated Tempest Weather System that provides continuous weather information available from the Internet.[6]
History
[edit]Facilities
[edit]On January 9, 1961, a 20-year lease from the BLM for approximately 157 acres was acquired, which established the original runway area; land adjacent to the lease, such as where the hangars and terminal now exist, were also purchased by the City in 1961 for $8,900. The lease was renewed again in 1981.[7][8]
In 2001, the lease was reduced to 11 acres. At the time, the airport manager and other city staff stated that the reduction in the lease size was for financial reasons, believing the larger lease area was too costly. The new lease effectively reduced the airport’s leased area solely to the perimeters of the two existing runways and a portion of the aircraft apron.[7]
During 2009 and 2010, the primary runway (8/26) was re-constructed.[8]
In 2017 the crosswind runway was closed due to a failure to meet several minimum requirements established by the FAA. It was determined that significant changes to the airport - including the relocation of buildings - would be required to keep the runway open.[8]
Management
[edit]In 1988, Mike Arnold Sr. became the airport General Manager, and took up residence with his family on the airport grounds in 1999. He served as general manager until 2013.[9]
In 1996, a set of rules and regulations were prepared and adopted. Titled “Handbook of Airport Operations”, they applied to all airport tenants to ensure the safe and efficient operation of the airport. With no commercial services conducted at the Airport, the City has never developed a set of minimum standards.[8]
On May 18, 2013, Mr. Arnold was involved in a single-person fatality in his personal Peck P-1 airplane, which was destroyed after it impacted the ground during takeoff. The root cause of the crash could not be specifically determined.[10]
The airport’s management lease continued to be fulfilled by the decedent’s family until September 2014, when the City of Aztec purchased Mr. Arnold’s home at the airport and began managing and maintaining the facility directly.[11][12]
External links
[edit]- FAA Airport Data and Information Portal (ADIP) Directory Listing for N19; includes official FAA Airport Diagram, approach and departure charts, and Form 5010 airport data (current)
- City of Aztec, Municipal Airport website (current)
- Aerial Image of Aztec Airport from Google Maps (current)
- VFR Map of Aztec Airport from VFRMap.com (current)
- Weather Information from the on-site Tempest weather station (current)
- Resources for this airport:
- FAA airport information for N19
- AirNav airport information for N19
- FlightAware airport information and live flight tracker
- SkyVector aeronautical chart for N19
References
[edit]- ^ a b c d "N19 Facility Dashboard". FAA Airport Data and Information Portal (ADIP). Retrieved April 6, 2022.
- ^ a b "Aztec Municipal Airport". City of Aztec, NM. Retrieved April 6, 2021.
- ^ "AOPA Airports". www.aopa.org. Retrieved 2020-01-30.
- ^ Albright, David Edward (October 26, 2023). "Aztec Airport runway has new lighting". Tri-City Record. Retrieved 2023-12-28.
- ^ "AirNav: N19 - Aztec Municipal Airport". www.airnav.com. Archived from the original on 2006-06-28. Retrieved 2020-01-30.
- ^ "Aztec Municipal Airport (N19) - Tempest by WeatherFlow". tempestwx.com. Retrieved April 6, 2022.
- ^ a b "Airport Layout Plan Appendices, 2021 (DRAFT)" (PDF). City of Aztec, NM. Retrieved April 6, 2022.
- ^ a b c d "Airport Layout Plan Report, 2021 (DRAFT)" (PDF). City of Aztec, NM. Retrieved April 6, 2022.
- ^ Grover, Hannah. "Airport lounge will memorialize Mike Arnold". The Daily Times. Retrieved 2022-04-06.
- ^ "NTSB Docket #CEN13LA299". data.ntsb.gov. Retrieved 2022-04-06.
- ^ "City of Aztec Commission Meeting - Agenda and Packet for 2014-09-23" (PDF). City of Aztec, NM.
- ^ "City of Aztec Commission Meeting - Minutes from 2014-09-23" (PDF). City of Aztec, NM.