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