b'TERMINALSFNL61Bass, from Dibble, reminds airports that using a contractortest a virtual air traffic control. A system of 360-degree video with hands-on experience and close relationships with supplierscameras mounted on tall masts was installed on the airfield, and and trade professionals can help identify more efficient and cost- a dedicated room along the flightline was outfitted with a curved effective solutions for terminal projects. Were all on the samewall of computer screens to display their footage. However, when team with the same goals in mindthat collaboration really drivesFAA changed the visibility criteria for certification, the initial vendor even more success, he comments.withdrew and the equipment remains unused. A new vendor, with extensive experience deploying virtual Whats Nexttowers in Europe, is now working toward FAA certification in the In its continuing effort to bring scheduled passenger service to thefirst quarter of next year. Meanwhile, FNL is pursuing a dual-track region, FNL plans to widen its runway from 100 feet to 150 feet,approach, simultaneously exploring both traditional and virtual enabling regular service by Group III aircraft such as Boeing 737stower options to ensure some type of permanent air traffic control and Airbus A320s. Such aircraft already use the airport on a limitedcapability in the future. Currently, the airport has a temporary basis for chartersmostly for sports teams and casino junkets FAA Contract Air Traffic Control Tower staffed with FAA contract but the end goal is to support a more consistent stream of airlinecontrollers. operations.Together, the new terminal and planned airfield improvements Construction on the runway widening project is scheduled toeliminate key barriers to attracting scheduled airline service. begin next year. Contractor bids have been received and funding hasOver the past five years, the FAA has committed $35 million to been secured through FAA, Colorado Department of Transportation$36 million in funding to support these projectsa noteworthy Aeronautics and local funds for the $19.5 million project.investment to position the airport for a new era of growth and Air traffic control capability has also been a major focus.connectivity. The airport was one of only two in the nation selected to beta HOG Tracks allows you to pickHOG Tusk: Removes extra thickDe-icing attachment makes 48 Spray Bar for Rubberup exactly where you left off &markings at twice the speedyour HOG more versatile - Removal & Surface Retexturing. log your production. using half the water. doesnt need to be removed for traditional operations.AirportImprovement.comJuly | August 2025'