City of Tyler approves ordinance to decrease hazards near airport

TYLER – A new ordinance has been passed in Tyler to prevent any future obstructions in flight paths according to our news partner KETK.

The Tyler City Council approved the ordinance on Wednesday to establish airport hazard area zoning regulations near the Tyler Pounds Regional Airport. The ordinance was established to reduce obstruction risk to pilots, passengers and people on the ground.

The ordinance will also establish five hazard zones surrounding the airport and will restrict activities that could interfere with aircraft navigation and restrict visibility. Additionally, the ordinance will designate land use allowed in the runway protection zone in alignment with FAA safety recommendations.

The ordinance is part of a greater effort to ensure safer air navigation and safeguard investments in airport infrastructure and was recommended by the Airport Advisory Board and the Planning and Zoning Commission.

Creating this ordinance will make Tyler eligible for federal funding and ensure the airport will remain safe for all East Texas residents.