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July 2026 Newsletter

Recent Announcements

8/6/2026

The Oakridge State Airport has reopened following completion of the runway rehabilitation project.

(!) The runway width is now 50 feet, and the Declared Distances are:

(!!) Please help ensure safety and maintain the airport by remaining off of the runway and taxiways except for authorized aeronautical uses. Pedestrians and vehicles are not allowed on the runway, taxiways, and the safety areas surrounding these surfaces. Any disturbance to the freshly graded shoulders will compromise the erosion protection.

(!!!) Please contact ODAV prior to use for firefighting activity.

In just 65 days the runway and apron were completely reconstructed, and a second taxiway connector was added. The midfield and runway 9 end turn arounds were improved, and 4 concrete hard stands were added to better serve heavy firefighting aircraft.

A new windsock and segmented circle were added, as well as supplemental windsocks on both runway ends to improve wind indication at this mountain airport. New tiedowns and airfield reflectors complete the improvements.

Thank you for your patience while we maintain this critical aviation facility. Happy and safe flying, Oakridge!

Oakridge State Airport Reopened - Project Completed

8/5/2026

Critical Oregon Airport Relief (COAR) Grant Cycle Announcement
Oregon Department of Aviation sent this bulletin at 08/05/2026 08:03 AM PDT

The Oregon Department of Aviation (ODAV) is pleased to announce the opening of the Critical Oregon Airport Relief (COAR) Grant Cycle 11 (2026-2027) application process from October 12, 2026, through October 30, 2026.

Applicants considering applying for Priority III should consider the following:

Due to the quantity of competitive applications and available funding, a strong focus should be given to ‘shovel ready’ infrastructure projects preserving and protecting existing infrastructure. Projects including pavement, weather systems, large infrastructure maintenance and existing fuel are likely to be weighed more heavily than non-infrastructure or new development projects including new utilities, equipment purchases, and marketing.

COAR Q&A Session

COAR Program Coordinators will hold a Q&A Session virtually by TEAMS on October 13, 2026. This session is to provide a time for COAR applicants or other interested parties to ask questions regarding the COAR grant application or COAR grant administration. Additional information including a link to the session will be posted on the ODAV website here: Critical Oregon Airport Relief (COAR).

OAMA Schedule
The OAMA conference is being held October 7-9, 2026, in Pendleton, Oregon. ODAV staff will be available to answer questions about the COAR program as needed.

OAMA Conference Information and Registration here.

Critical Oregon Airport Relief (COAR) Grant Cycle Announcement

8/3/2026

Reminder - The Lebanon State Airport Runway and Taxiway Surface Seal Project will begin today, August 3rd, 2026.

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

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.

Reminder - Lebanon State Airport Runway and Taxiway Surface Seal Project Starting August 3rd

8/3/2026

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

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

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.

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

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.

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

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.

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

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.

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

Events

Astoria Regional Airport is hosting an Open House & Fly-in on August 22nd!

Click the image for more information and to register!

The Wings Over Willamette annual fly-in and STOL event at Independence State Airport will be held August 22 - 23, 2026. Click the photo for more details!

The 26th Annual Airshow of the Cascades is being held at Madras Municipal Airport August 28th - 29th. Click the photo for more details!

The STOL'N Out West Oregon event is happening on August 28th and 29th at Creswell Airport (77S)!

To learn more click the image above!

News & Important Information

Oregon–South Korea Aviation Delegation Visit: July 26–30, 2026

Oregon will host an aviation delegation from South Korea July 26–30, 2026, bringing leaders from government, industry, and research institutions to explore opportunities in uncrewed aircraft systems (UAS), advanced air mobility, aerospace manufacturing, and aviation services.

The visit will spotlight Oregon’s statewide airport system, strong innovation ecosystem, and the diverse mix of rural, coastal, and urban testing environments that position the state as an ideal U.S. entry point for Korean aviation companies.

Throughout the week, delegates will participate in technical briefings, industry sessions, B2B meetings, airport and test range tours, manufacturing demonstrations, and regional site visits across Portland, Scappoose, Pendleton, Hermiston, Hood River, and Tillamook.

Organizations, industry partners, and community leaders are invited to join select events to connect with the delegation and explore opportunities for collaboration, investment, and long‑term partnership.

To request attendance for individual events, please click here.

Full Press Release

ODAV Releases UAS Operations and Policy Manual Template for State and Local Agencies

ODAV has released a new Unmanned Aircraft Systems Operations and Policy Manual template to help Oregon state agencies, cities, counties, special districts, and other public bodies develop safe and consistent drone programs.

The template is designed as a practical starting point for agencies that use, or are considering the use of, drones for public works, transportation, emergency management, natural resources, infrastructure inspection, mapping, environmental monitoring, training, and other governmental functions.

Read the full press release for more information.

Full Press Release

Policy Manual Template

ODAV Releases New Drone Training and Testing Template for Oregon Public Agencies

ODAV has released a new training and testing companion to its public agency drone policy template, giving Oregon public bodies a clearer path for training, evaluating, and documenting the people who fly drones for public work.

The earlier ODAV template helped agencies answer an important question: What rules should guide public agency drone use? This new document answers the next question: How do we know the people using those drones are trained, tested, and ready for the mission?

Read the full press release for more information.

Full Press Release

Unified UAS Operations Policy Manual + Training Template

Connect Oregon – Aviation Modal Committee Review

The State Aviation Board, acting as the Connect Oregon Aviation Modal Committee, met on July 9 to review the Connect Oregon aviation applications and create a funding recommendation for the Connect Oregon final review committee. Applicants provided presentations and answered questions by board members, followed by board discussion and vote on the funding recommendation. The applications and recommendation may be found on our website under the July 9th board meeting. Information on the Connect Oregon grant program may be found at Oregon Department of Transportation : Connect Oregon.

Friends of Pacific City State Airport 9th Annual Work Party

Pacific City Vehicle Access Road Cleanup

Pacific City Friends Painting Plane Parking

On June 13, 2026 the Friends of Pacific City State Airport held their 9th annual work party! These work parties are to support the on-going maintenance and improvement of the airport. Volunteers worked hard painting, cleaning debris, tree removal and the repair of a pot hole on Rueppell Road. Thank you Friends of Pacific City and volunteers for your hard work helping ODAV maintain the Pacific City State Airport!

Crater Lake Flyers 99s paint moniker at Prospect State Airport

A huge thank you goes to the incredible volunteers from the Crater Lake Flyers 99s for painting the ‘Prospect’ moniker on the newly paved apron at Prospect State Airport!

Reminder to use Noise Abatement Procedures at UAO

The Oregon Department of Aviation encourages all pilots to fly safe and neighborly. At the Aurora State Airport (UAO), we have developed noise abatement procedures to help avoid noise sensitive communities around the airport. Please fly neighborly and follow these procedures to reduce your noise impact.

Construction

June 2026

Unearthed tree stump at Oakridge State Airport

Paving of the runway and taxi ways

Oakridge State Airport (5S0) Runway Rehabilitation Project - Update

The contractors are paving at Oakridge. The runway and new taxiways have been paved, and the 4 new concrete hardstands for firefighting aircraft have been poured. Paving the apron continues, and we expect the airport to reopen in early August, which is a slight delay due to heavy rain in late June. The contractor also unearthed a giant tree stump hidden under the middle of the apron. Removing the stump will provide for a more stable base and prevent premature pavement failure.

Current Construction Projects

ODAV is hard at work preparing for yet another busy construction season in 2026. To learn more about a specific project click the links below!

This year we are looking forward to the following projects:

Runway Reconstruction - Oakridge State Airport - Project started on 6/1 and is scheduled to reopen early August.
Waterline Improvements and Hangar Construction - Mulino State Airport
Pavement Maintenance (Surface Seal) and Markings
- Chiloquin State Airport - Began on July 20th
- Joseph State Airport - Began on July 13th
- 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

To get the latest project updates, be sure to subscribe in GovDelivery for the specific state airport contact group that you're interested in.

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COAR Grant Program

Ontario Municipal Airport 2025

Priority 1 – FAA match

Ontario Municipal Airport serves a variety of airport users including agriculture, tourism, medical, military, and firefighting in far eastern Oregon. In 2025, the airport installed approximately 2,600 ft of chain link perimeter fence and an automated gate to increase airfield security in safety. Additionally, the project is in support of the future Bureau of Land Management (BLM) Aerial Fire Fighting Center, as well as airport hangar development. This project has helped to ensure that air travel in and out of the City of Ontario is safe and secure well into the future.

Information on the COAR program may be found on our website or by reaching out to COAR Program Coordinators at Grants@ODAV.oregon.gov.

Maintenance

Paint refresh of the wind sock pole at McDermitt State Airport

Fresh mow at Toledo State Airport

Inside of our mower at Wasco State Airport

Airport maintenance crews have been hard at work across Oregon, with mowing continuing to be the primary focus this season. Recently, the team traveled to Joseph State Airport to mow and prepare the airport ahead of the annual fly-in, while continuing routine mowing and maintenance at all 28 state-owned airports.

Our Airport Operations Specialist has also been busy improving airport facilities by spraying weeds and repainting windsock poles and segmented circles at Alkali Lake, Rome, McDermitt, and Owyhee State Airports.

“We’ve won the battle with brush on the runway” Don Richcreek said, reflecting on years of catching up on overgrowth and striking a balance with cost-effective vegetation control.

Next Board Meeting

The next State Aviation Board meeting will be taking place 10 a.m. on Thursday, August 6, 2026 at 10 AM in La Grande at the Meisner Conference room at 1001 Fourth Street, Suite D, La Grande, OR 97850.

State Aviation Board Meetings

ODAV - July Newsletter

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.

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.

Condon Construction Safety and Phasing Plan.pdf

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.

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 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.

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.

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!

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

ODAV State Airports - 2026 Construction Outlook

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Recent Announcements

Oakridge State Airport Reopened - Project Completed

Critical Oregon Airport Relief (COAR) Grant Cycle Announcement

Reminder - Lebanon State Airport Runway and Taxiway Surface Seal Project Starting August 3rd

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

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

Update - Lebanon State Airport Runway and Taxiway Surface Seal Project Starting August 3rd

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

ODAV - July Newsletter

Events

News & Important Information

Oregon–South Korea Aviation Delegation Visit: July 26–30, 2026

ODAV Releases UAS Operations and Policy Manual Template for State and Local Agencies

ODAV Releases New Drone Training and Testing Template for Oregon Public Agencies

Connect Oregon – Aviation Modal Committee Review

Friends of Pacific City State Airport 9th Annual Work Party

Crater Lake Flyers 99s paint moniker at Prospect State Airport

Reminder to use Noise Abatement Procedures at UAO

Construction

Oakridge State Airport (5S0) Runway Rehabilitation Project - Update

Current Construction Projects

COAR Grant Program

Ontario Municipal Airport 2025

Maintenance

Next Board Meeting

Reminder - Condon Taxiway, Taxilane, and Apron Surface Seal Project Starting July 6th

Notice - Joseph State Airport Runway, Taxiway, and Apron Surface Seal Project Starting Summer 2026

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

Notice - Joseph State Airport - AWOS Replacement Project Starting Soon!

ODAV State Airports - 2026 Construction Outlook

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