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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