Elizabeth Airfield (OB8) By The Numbers

• Elizabeth Field was dedicated on June 11, 1939
• Managed by the FI Ferry District since 1959
• 72% of all 2021 Airfield traffic WAS in the 4 summer months
• 2022 total landings over 4 summer months 428 46% WERE private planes, 53% commercial aircraft and 1% Helicopters
• June 26 through July 27, 1959, saw 572*landings
• All landings are tracked wirelessly
• 75% Of pilots pay the invoice we mail out. Some get away
• 2400 feet is the length of the longest runway and is too short for most Jets today
• Airfield revenues 2021: $39,540.00
• Most Airfield maintenance $$ come from FAA Grants
• ZERO Number of people allowed to walk on runways
• If caught driving on runways= BIG FINE

*Per the Minutes of the FI Ferry District July 29, 1959