Georgetown, Del., Sept. 24, 2009: Sussex County recently released draft policies for the Sussex County Airport, and will seek public comment in the weeks ahead.

The draft Sussex County Airport Policies document, if adopted, would formalize various rules for use of the general aviation field near Georgetown, said Jim Hickin, airport manager. The document largely formalizes policies already in practice.

“The policies ensure Sussex County is meeting state and federal requirements for operations of the airfield,” Mr. Hickin said. “Most importantly, they provide the flying public and citizens of the county a better understanding of how the County manages this important facility.”

Among other things, the document sets rules for aircraft operations, fueling, long-term vehicle parking, accident reporting, and commercial activities. The policies document is currently in draft form, and must be approved by the County Council.

The County will hold a public hearing at 4 p.m. Nov. 17 in Council chambers, 2 The Circle, in Georgetown. County staff also will be available to discuss the policies at a quarterly airport committee meeting, at 6 p.m. Oct. 7, inside the County’s Administrative Offices West Complex, 22215 DuPont Highway, in Georgetown.

For additional information, contact Airport Manager Jim Hickin at (302) 855-7774.

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