December 2015 Reporting Points from the Salina Airport Authority

December 2015

In This Issue
* Kansas State University's Polytechnic campus receives nation's first approval for unmanned commercial flight training
* Candy Canes and Airplanes
* Available Properties
* Feature Facility - Bldg. 313
* Flight instruction and aircraft rental...
* On The Flightline
* Smoky Hill ANG Range Airspace
* Sign up for SeaPort deals and promotions

Tower Update s

We survived our first "ice storm" of the winter! I'm already kind of missing summer and fall!

Our newest addition to our Tower Team, Seth Roberts is just finishing up his training as we say goodbye to Jason Henre as he leaves us to continue his career with the FAA in Ohio. Thanks for your time and service here at SLN and Good Luck as you move on to the FAA Jason!!

As we continue into the winter months, we will have more weather that will require PIREPS. If you are encountering any kind of deteriorating weather conditions while flying in or out of our airspace, please let us know so we can pass it on to anyone else who might fly through it. We have certain weather criteria where we are to solicit PIREPS, so any help we can receive from you is much appreciated.

We wish you all a Merry Christmas and Happy New Year!!

God Bless,

DaveHansen

Air Traffic Manager

KSLN ATCT

In the Spotlight
Mobile Aircraft Firefighting Trainer (MAFT) In November the Salina Airport Authority Aircraft Rescue & Fire Fighting (ARFF) unit conducted training for its staff as well as structural units from Salina, Great Bend and Hays Fire Departments. Appearing much like an aircraft fuselage, the Mobile Aircraft Firefighting Trainer (MAFT) provides an opportunity for Airport Rescue Fire Fighters to "train as they'll fight" on their own turf and with their own equipment. The operation of the MAFT is coordinated by the University of Missouri Fire and Rescue Training Institute. The trainer can simulate engine fires, flammable liquid spills, a fully engulfed interior cabin, and wheel brake fires realistically and safely, as the trainers have complete control over the flames during exercises. "The FAA requires mandatory live fire training once a year," Salina Airport Authority's Manager of Operations David Sorell said. "Firefighters have to experience a real fire with real flames." Training with the MAFT allows ARFF personnel to train with their equipment and standard operating procedures. By training at home, ARFF personnel can train with off-airport mutual aid fire departments and together learn the procedures and techniques needed to save lives when an aircraft accident/incident occurs. The firefighting will occur with specialized ARFF trucks as well as hoses and trucks used in structural fires. The unit is designed and constructed to meet Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) Advisory Circular 150/5220-17, Design Standards for an Aircraft Rescue and Firefighting Training Facility. The Fire Fighter training is conducted as outlined in FAA Advisory Circular 150/5210-17, Federal Aviation Regulation Part 139.319 and National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) 1003, Standard for Airport Fire Fighter Professional Qualifications.

Upcoming Events

Attention Pilots

Need a flight physical? Call your local FAA Aviation Medical Examiner: John T. O'Neal, MD., MPH 1101 E. Republic Street Salina, KS 67401 785.823.8381 http://www.comcarepa.com

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Contact Info
Salina Airport Authority 3237 Arnold Salina, Kan. 67401 785.827.3914 Fax: 785.827.2221 wings@salinaairport.com www.salinaairport.com

From the XD's Desk: K-State Polytechnic Leads in UAS Training

K-State's UAS program has achieved another historic milestone in becoming the nation's first, FAA approved UAS flight training program. For over 50 years K-State Polytechnic has been a national leader in training professional fixed wing and helicopter pilots. Now the college can offer students and industry a complete range of manned and unmanned aircraft training opportunities.

Congratulations to K-State Polytechnic staff, faculty and students for achieving the distinction of becoming the premier institution for manned and unmanned aircraft flight training.

Tim Rogers, A.A.E.

Executive Director

Salina Airport Authority

Salina Regional Airport & Airport Industrial Center

Kansas State University's Polytechnic campus receives nation's first approval for unmanned commercial flight training

SALINA - Kansas State University's polytechnic campus has set a new precedent in the unmanned aircraft systems industry, becoming the first entity in the United States to receive approval from the Federal Aviation Administration to provide UAS commercial flight training to both students and outside companies.

The authorization, which is referred to as a Section 333 exemption, allows Kansas State Polytechnic to create and conduct an extensive flight training program for unmanned aircraft operations. Previously, motion picture and television filming and aerial data collection have been given permission for commercial UAS operations; however, the approval has been limited to only training internally and in these two mission-specific areas alone. Kansas State Polytechnic's authorization is open to students both internal and external and is not restricted to any one particular application.

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Candy Canes and Airplanes!

More than 1000 children of all ages were on hand to greet Santa as he flew into the Salina Regional Airport for his annual welcome party, Candy Canes and Airplanes.

K-State Polytechnic student organizations, SeaPort Airlines, The Salina Airport Authority and the Kansas National Guard acted as Santa's helpers providing crafts and aircraft tours for all those attending the event.

Available Properties

Salina Regional Airport / Airport Industrial Center Available Facilities

Feature Facility

The Salina Airport Authority has available for lease, a 12,000 sq. ft. office and shop facility located in the Salina Airport Industrial Center. Located near corporate neighbors that include the Schwan Food Company and easy access to several of Salina's larger employers including Salina Vortex, Eldorado National and GeoProbe Systems.

Commonly known as Bldg. 313, this well maintained facility features large windows providing natural daylight throughout and is move in ready.

Call the Salina Airport Authority at 785-827-3914 to schedule a tour or check it out online at http://www.salinaairport.com/real-estate.aspx.

Flight instruction and aircraft rental

The Salina Airport Authority is excited to announce that Schilling Aviation Services, 2010 Rogers Ct. now offers flight instruction and aircraft rental.

For additional information, please contact Bob Pahls, Schilling Aviation Services (785) 404-6025.

On The Flightline

Smoky Hill ANG Range Airspace

Operating frequency - 123.25

Be aware of military operating areas and restricted airspace.

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