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July 2026 Newsletter

Recent Announcements

7/23/2026

7/23/2026 Update - The Mulino State Airport Runway, Taxilane, and Apron Surface Seal Project will begin August 10th, 2026.

(!) In preparation of this work beginning, additional crack seal and joint repair work will occur prior to the start date for this project. A separate notice will be sent with additional information.

This project will include crack seal, pavement patching, surface seal, and new pavement markings on the runway, hangar taxilanes, and main apron. 

Mulino Surface Seal

Surface Closures and Project Phasing:

The runway, hangar taxilanes, and tiedown apron are expected to be closed for up to 6 days between 2 work areas.
The work areas are designed to keep closure impacts to a minimum. We will reopen each surface as quickly as possible.

Project Schedule: 
  • Project start - Monday August 10th
    • Runway and tiedown apron Closed
      • 7am Monday August 10th - 8pm Friday August 14th
    • Hangar taxilanes Closed
      • 7am Monday August 10th - 8pm Saturday August 15th
    • Substantial Completion - 8pm Saturday August 15th
Important Operating Information

(!) When the runway is closed, fixed wing aircraft will not be able to arrive or depart at Mulino until the runway reopens. The runway may reopen while work is being done on the taxilanes and apron. Access to fuel, tie-down parking, and hangars may be restricted depending on taxilane and apron closures. 

(!!) Please check NOTAMs for closure times and the most current airport surface closures. Helicopters may arrive or depart directly to/from open areas of the airport.

(!!!) As always, please remain outside of, and avoid low flight over closed work areas.

We will work to keep construction impacts to a minimum and reopen surfaces as quickly as possible. Thank you for your patience while we maintain the Mulino State Airport.

Update - Mulino State Airport Runway, Taxilane, and Apron Surface Seal Project Starting August 10th​

7/23/2026
7/23/2026 Update - The Lebanon State Airport Runway and Taxiway Surface Seal Project will begin August 3rd, 2026. A previous notice had the project starting on the 4th, but the contractor has requested we move it back to the 3rd. We apologize for any inconvenience.

This project will include crack seal, pavement patching, surface seal, and new pavement markings on the runway, west taxiways. 

Lebanon Surface Seal

Surface Closures and Project Phasing:

The runway and west taxiways are expected to be closed for up to 4 days between 2 work areas. 
The work areas are designed to keep closure impacts to a minimum. We will reopen each surface as quickly as possible.

Project Schedule:
  • Project start - Monday August 3rd
    • Runway Closed
      • 7am Monday August 3rd - 8pm Wednesday August 5th
    • Taxiway Bravo Closed
      • 7am Monday August 3rd - 8pm Thursday August 6th
    • Substantial Completion - 8pm Thursday August 6th
Important Operating Information

(!) When the runway is closed, fixed wing aircraft will not be able to arrive or depart at Lebanon until the runway reopens. The runway may reopen while work is being done on the taxiways. Access to the west hangars may be restricted depending on taxiway closures. 

(!!) Please check NOTAMs for closure times and the most current airport surface closures. Helicopters may arrive or depart directly to/from open areas of the airport.

(!!!) As always, please remain outside of, and avoid low flight over closed work areas.

We will work to keep construction impacts to a minimum and reopen surfaces as quickly as possible. Thank you for your patience while we maintain the Lebanon State Airport.
Update - Lebanon State Airport Runway and Taxiway Surface Seal Project Starting August 3rd​​

7/21/2026
7/21/2026 Update - Due to a recent fire in Klamath Falls, the Chiloquin State Airport Runway and West Apron Surface Seal Project will now begin July 22nd, 2026. 

This project will include crack seal, pavement patching, surface seal, and new pavement markings on the runway and turn-arounds, as well as the west apron and taxiway connector. 

Chiloquin Surface Seal

Surface Closures and Project Phasing

The runway and west apron are expected to be closed for 9 days. 
This project is being completed in one phase to get all of the work done as quickly as possible. 

Project Schedule:
  • Project start - Wednesday July 22nd
    • The runway and west apron closed
      • 7am Wednesday July 22nd - 7pm Friday July 24th
      • 7am Monday July 27th - 7pm Saturday August 1st
  • Substantial completion - 7pm Saturday August 1st
Important Operating Information

(!) When the runway is closed, fixed wing aircraft will not be able to arrive or depart at Chiloquin until the runway reopens. Helicopters may arrive or depart directly to/from the east hangar taxilanes.

(!!) Please check NOTAMs for closure times and the most current airport surface closures.

(!!!) As always, please remain outside of, and avoid low flight over closed work areas.

Thank you for your patience while we maintain the Chiloquin State Airport.




Update - Chiloquin Runway and West Apron Surface Seal Project Starting July 22nd, 2026​

7/20/2026

ODAV - July Newsletter​

6/30/2026
The Oregon Department of Aviation has filed a Notice of Proposed Rulemaking that establishes civil penalties for Vehicle and Pedestrian Deviations at the Aurora State Airport (UAO). The Notice is linked at the bottom of this outreach. 

This proposed rulemaking makes permanent the temporary rules that have been in effect since February 5th, 2026.

A Rulemaking Advisory Committee (RAC) will meet Tuesday July 7th at 10am pacific time to review the proposed permanent rules and engage in discussion. The public is welcome to attend the RAC meeting, but participation will be limited to RAC members. 

A Public Hearing is scheduled for Wednesday July 15th at 3pm pacific time, and the public is welcome to provide comments in that meeting.

Links to the RAC meeting and public hearing can be found on our website here: https://www.oregon.gov/aviation/agency/about/Pages/Rulemaking.aspx

ODAV thanks the airport community for its efforts and collaboration with us to ensure the safe and efficient operation of the Aurora State Airport.
Notice of Proposed Rulemaking for Vehicle / Pedestrian Deviations at the Aurora State Airport​​

6/29/2026
Reminder - The Condon State Airport Taxiway, Taxilane, and Apron Surface Seal Project will begin July 6th, 2026. 

This project will include crack seal, pavement patching, surface seal, and new pavement markings on the taxiways, taxilane, and aprons. 

Condon Surface Seal

Surface Closures and Project Phasing:

The taxiways, taxilane, and aprons are expected to be closed for 5 days between 4 work areas.

The work areas are designed to keep closure impacts to a minimum. We will reopen each surface as quickly as possible.

Project Schedule: 
  • Project start - Monday July 6th
    • Monday July 6th - the main taxilane (green work area) and Taxiway Bravo (purple work area) will be closed
    • Tuesday July 7th - The South Apron (gray work area) will be closed
    • Wednesday July 8th through July 10th - The South/Hangar Taxilane and North Apron (blue work area) will be closed
    • Thursday July 9th through Friday July 10th - All work areas will be closed
  • Project completion - Friday July 10th
For a better look at the work areas, please see the Construction and Safety Phasing Plan linked at the bottom of this notice.

Important Operating Information

(!) The runway will remain open throughout this project. Back-taxi on the runway may be required depending on taxiway closures. Access to tie-down parking and hangars may be limited or restricted depending on taxilane and apron closures. 

(!!) Please check NOTAMs for closure times and the most current airport surface closures. Helicopters may arrive or depart directly to/from the east hangar taxilanes.

(!!!) As always, please remain outside of, and avoid low flight over closed work areas.

Thank you for your patience while we maintain the Condon State Airport.
Reminder - Condon Taxiway, Taxilane, and Apron Surface Seal Project Starting July 6th​​

5/14/2026
The Oregon Department of Aviation is planning to start the Joseph State Airport Runway, Taxiway, and Apron Surface Seal Project this summer, 2026. 

This project will include crack seal, pavement patching, surface seal, and new pavement markings on the runway, taxiways, and apron. 

Joseph Surface Seal

The runway, taxiways, and apron are expected to be closed for up to 16 days between 3 work areas. This project may begin as soon as June 15th, 2026. Once the grants are issued and the contract is signed, we will share project start dates and phasing as soon as that information is available. 

Important Operating Information

(!) When the runway is closed, fixed wing aircraft will not be able to arrive or depart at Joseph until the runway reopens. The runway may reopen while work is being done on the taxiways. Back-taxi on the runway may be required depending on taxiway closures. Access to tie-down parking and hangars may be restricted depending on taxilane and apron closures. 

(!!) Please check NOTAMs for closure times and the most current airport surface closures. Helicopters may arrive or depart directly to/from open areas of the airport.

(!!!) As always, please remain outside of, and avoid low flight over closed work areas.

We will work to keep construction impacts to a minimum and reopen surfaces as quickly as possible. Thank you for your patience while we maintain the Joseph State Airport.
Notice - Joseph State Airport Runway, Taxiway, and Apron Surface Seal Project Starting Summer 2026​

5/13/2026
The Oakridge State Airport (5S0) Runway Rehabilitation project will begin Monday June 1st, 2026.

This project will provide a new runway and taxiway, improved pavement and shoulder grading, and new supplemental solar lighted windcones. The runway will be stronger, and new concrete stands will be included to better support heavy firefighting aircraft and support equipment. 

Oakridge Runway Construction

Project/Closure Schedule:
  • The runway, taxiway, and apron will be closed the morning of Monday June 1st.
  • We expect substantial completion and to reopen the runway by July 31st.
  • The runway will be closed for the duration of the project. 
During construction, the airport will be closed to all aircraft. Once the project begins, any fixed-wing aircraft at 5S0 will not be able to depart until the airport reopens after construction is completed. 

Important Operating Information

(!) For the most current updates on field conditions and surface closures throughout this project, please check the latest NOTAMs.

(!!) Due to airfield constraints and contractor staging areas, there will be no open areas for helicopters to utilize. All surfaces at the airport will be closed to aircraft, vehicles, and pedestrians.

(!!!) As always, please remain outside of, and avoid low flight over closed work areas.

We understand any runway closure impacts pilots and the community. Our goal is to maintain and improve the Oakridge State Airport so it can continue to operate safely and efficiently. We appreciate your patience and understanding while we maintain 5S0.

Notice - Oakridge State Airport Runway Closure - Reconstruction Project Starting 6/01/2026​​

5/13/2026
The Mulino State Airport (4S9) Waterline and Hangar Construction projects will be starting early summer 2026.

These projects will improve water access for fire suppression and allow aeronautical development at the airport. It will also construct a new multi-unit T Hangar building for additional aircraft storage.

Mulino Waterline Mulino Hangar

Project/Closure Schedule:
  • The waterline project will be completed first, followed by the hangar construction
  • Both projects will have minimal impacts to aircraft operations, though some hangars may have limited access during hangar construction. 
  • Construction start dates and any surface impacts will be shared in a future update. 
Important Operating Information

(!) For the most current updates on field conditions and surface closures throughout this project, please check the latest NOTAMs.

(!!) As always, please remain outside of, and avoid low flight over closed work areas. This includes aircraft, vehicles, and pedestrians.

We appreciate your patience and understanding while we improve 4S9.

Notice - Mulino State Airport - Waterline and Hangar Construction Project Starting Soon!​​

5/13/2026
The Joseph State Airport (JSY) Automated Weather Observing System (AWOS) Replacement project will be starting summer 2026.

This project will replace the existing AWOS in its current location with the latest model. This will improve availability of parts and serviceability.

JSY AWOS

Project/Closure Schedule:
  • This project will close a portion of the parallel Taxiway A which may require aircraft to back-taxi on the runway.
  • Construction start dates and duration will be shared in a future update as soon as that information is available.
Important Operating Information

(!) For the most current updates on field conditions and surface closures throughout this project, please check the latest NOTAMs.

(!!) Back-taxi may be required depending on taxiway closures. 

(!!!) Construction personnel and equipment will be operating on the taxiways and apron.

(!!!!) As always, please remain outside of, and avoid low flight over closed work areas. This includes aircraft, vehicles, and pedestrians.

We appreciate your patience and understanding while we maintain JSY.
Notice - Joseph State Airport - AWOS Replacement Project Starting Soon!​​

3/17/2026
ODAV is hard at work preparing for yet another busy construction season in 2026. This year we are looking forward to the following projects:
  • Runway Reconstruction - Oakridge State Airport
  • Waterline Improvements and Hangar Construction - Mulino State Airport
  • Pavement Maintenance (Surface Seal) and Markings
    • Chiloquin State Airport
    • Condon State Airport
    • Joseph State Airport
    • Lebanon State Airport
    • Mulino State Airport
  • Master Plan - Condon State Airport
  • AWOS Replacement - Joseph State Airport
  • PAPI Replacement - Independence State Airport
  • Obstruction Removal - Appraisals and Easement Acquisition
    • Aurora State Airport
    • Chiloquin State Airport
    • Joseph State Airport
    • Mulino State Airport
  • Final Runway Markings Application (1-day closure) - Aurora State Airport
While several of these projects are getting out to bid now, we won't have details on operational impacts such as start dates and project durations until we award each contract.

We will send project specific details as soon as more information is available. To make sure you'll receive the latest on these projects and other state airport information, be sure to subscribe to each state airport contact group that you're interested in!

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Thank you for your patience while we maintain our beloved State Airports.

​ODAV State Airports - 2026 Construction Outlook​​

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