Alaska Department of Transportation and Public Facilities
ALASKA AVIATION DATABASE
a component of the
Alaska Aviation System Plan

Need Overview

Need Name: Port Protection Seaplane Float Replacement
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Estimated Cost: $636
Description: Replace existing seaplane float with a larger float to accommodate both commercial and general aviation transient aircraft. Float should provide a minimum of one pullout with tie-downs and provide dock space for loading and unloading commercial aircraft.
Priority: Mid
Need Origination: Other
Justification: Port Protection is a hub for commercial gillnet and trolling fleets during the summer. The existing float is deteriorated and nearing the end of its useful service life. Replacement is necessary to insure continued use of the facility. In addition, the facility inadequate size to accommodate single engine Otters. The existing float does not include a pullout ramp with tie-downs to safely overnight or leave an aircraft unattended. The existing facility can not accommodate more than one aircraft at a time. A facility to accommodate both commercial and overnight transient parking is needed.
Notes: For Spending Plan
Last Edit Date: 3/18/2019 07:16 AM
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