The Trinity County Pilots Association is a non-profit organization of diverse individuals and businesses dedicated to growth and preservation of general aviation in Trinity County.

Airport Land Use Compatibility Plan

Development of Trinity County's first ALUCP is underway. You can get details and drafts on the plan website, www.trinityalucp.com

The plan creates and defines criteria for compatibility (safety) zones that overlay land surrounding the airport. The purpose of the plan and zones is to protect the public on the ground and in flight. The plan has not jurisdiction over airport operations and improvements.

Airport Work Update

• Weaverville - perimeter fence done
• Hayfork - perimeter fence almost done
• Ruth - perimeter fence done
• Hyampom - perimeter fence done
• Trinity Center - perimeter fence started, will restart in the spring

Tree Obstruction Information

Trees are going to be cut at all county airports to conform to FAA Part 77. Partial variances have been requested at Weaverville and Trinity Center.

References
CA Utility Code Section 21001
FAA FAR Part 77
CA Code of Regs, Title 21
Transition surface diagram
Imaginary surface layout

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