August 27, 2010

 Reno, NV—Nevada Senator Harry Reid today announced $95,000 to help update the airport layout plan for the Tonopah Airport. This airport is a general aviation airport and is important to Nye County for private air transport and cargo. This funding will help the airport address what kind of development challenged the facility will face in the future and update the layout plan, which has not been updated in more than 10 years.

“I am glad the FAA has recognized the need to plan for growth at the Tonopah Airport. One of the most important resources for a rural area like Tonopah is its general aviation airport,” said Reid. “This airport allows easier access to Tonopah and surrounding parts of Nye County, the third largest county in the nation. This funding will allow the airport to safely meet the needs of pilots and travelers in Tonopah for decades to come.”