Municipal Airport

Woodbine Municipal Airport in Southern New Jersey is a classic example of a Municipal Airport. Woodbine Municipal Airport (ICAO: KOBI, FAA LID: OBI, formerly 1N4) is a public use airport located two nautical miles (4 km) southeast of the central business district of Woodbine, in Cape May County, New Jersey, United States. The airport is owned by the Borough of Woodbine. It is included in the National Plan of Integrated Airport Systems for 2011–2015, which categorized it as a general aviation facility. Although many U.S. airports use the same three-letter location identifier for the FAA and IATA, this airport is assigned OBI by the FAA, but has no designation from the IATA (which assigned OBI to an airport in Óbidos, Pará, Brazil).

Introduction

A municipal airport, also known as a city-owned airport, is an aviation facility owned and operated by a local government, typically at the city or county level, serving various purposes like general aviation, corporate aviation, flight training, and recreational flying.

Ownership

Municipal airports are owned and operated by a local government entity, such as a city or county, rather than a private company or a state or federal agency.

Purpose

These airports are designed to serve a variety of aviation needs, including:

• General Aviation: Private aircraft owners and pilots use these airports for personal and business travel.
• Corporate Aviation: Businesses with their own aircraft use these airports for business travel and logistics.
• Flight Training: Flight schools and training facilities often operate at municipal airports, providing instruction for aspiring pilots.
• Recreational Flying: Airports may also support recreational aviation activities, such as glider flying and skydiving.

Characteristics

• Smaller Scale: Municipal airports are typically smaller than major international airports, with fewer runways and terminals.
• Proximity to Cities: They are often located closer to suburban areas and population centers than larger airports, making them convenient for local travel.
• Lower Costs: Municipal airports may have lower fees and charges compared to larger airports, making them a more affordable option for some users.
• Examples: Springdale Municipal Airport (ASG) in Northwest Arkansas, Pittsfield Municipal Airport (PSF) in Massachusetts, and Gastonia Municipal Airport in North Carolina are examples of municipal airports.

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