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Aug 05, 2021
Skydive Truckee Tahoe Aircraft Noise Complaints
Thank you to all who have and continue to submit comments regarding the offensive noise from the Skydive Truckee Tahoe (SDTT) aircraft, as well as other aircraft overflying our community. The Truckee Tahoe Airport District has limited authority as an airport operator to address the issues regarding the skydive jump plane. Click post heading for full story.
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Aug 02, 2021
Aircraft Incident Trauma Counseling
For those seeking trauma counseling resources related to the aircraft incident of July 26, three in-person meetings will be held at the Hampton Inn and Suites, Sierra Room, at 11951 State Hwy 267, Truckee, CA. Nevada County counseling professionals will discuss the incident and provide resource information and support for those who may need assistance. Click post heading for full details.
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Jul 30, 2021
Jet Crash Press Release
Efforts Continue in Aircraft Accident Investigation, Airport, Nevada County partner to offer services for those affected.
July 30, 2021 – The Truckee Tahoe Airport District along with the Town of Truckee, express their sincere condolences to those affected by the aircraft accident that occurred on Monday, July 26th. Click post heading for full Press Release. -
Jul 28, 2021
Special & Regular Monthly Board Meeting
A "Special Meeting" of the TTAD Board of Directors will start at 4:30pm to discuss the aircraft accident on Monday as well as take any public comment. The Regular monthly Board Meeting of the Truckee Tahoe Airport District will follow. The meetings will be held via Zoom at 4:30 p.m. on Wednesday, July 28, 2021. The public is invited to join and participate. To see the agenda, or for Zoom login information please visit ➤ https://truckeetahoeairport.com/administration/board
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Jul 26, 2021
AIRCRAFT INCIDENT AT KTRK
AIRFIELD CLOSED UNTIL 07:00 AM LOCAL 7.27.2021
Heavy law enforcement, fire, and utility personnel in the area of Reynold Way, Truckee, CA. Initial call received at 1:20 p.m. for a plane crash. The Twin Turbo Jet CHALLENGER 605 aircraft was on approach for landing on Runway 11 at the Truckee-Tahoe Airport when it impacted heavily treed terrain adjacent to the Truckee-Tahoe Airport along Reynold Way. No structures or persons on the ground were impacted or harmed in the crash. The number of passengers and crew on board is undetermined at this time. Authorities are working with the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) and the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA). Aircraft pictured is of a similar type. Additional details on this incident will be available at approximately 3:30 P.S.T. Media location is at the Truckee-Tahoe Airport. Click post heading for more info.
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Jul 21, 2021
STOL Aircraft Popular at KTRK
Kevin Quinn, local aircraft owner, visionary, creator and President of STOL Drag Events LLC, and the founder of the High Sierra Fly-In, is riding high on the wings of the popularity of Short Takeoff and Landing (STOL) aircraft. Quinn's "STOL Drag" received a National Accreditation from the FAA and will hold events at the Reno Air Races this year! Click post heading for pics and full story.
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Jul 12, 2021
Special Airport Board Meeting
A special meeting of the Truckee Tahoe Airport District will be held on Monday, July 12, 2021 at 1:00 p.m. For full meeting details and the Zoom link, please visit ➤ https://truckeetahoeairport.com/administration/board.
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Jun 25, 2021
Multi-Agency Aerial GIS Mapping
Truckee Tahoe Airport District along with the Town of Truckee, Truckee Donner Public Utility District, Truckee Sanitary District, North Tahoe Public Utility District, Tahoe City Public Utility District, Tahoe-Truckee Sanitation Agency, and Northstar Community Services District have partnered to acquire updated engineering quality aerial orthophotography and LiDAR data. Click post heading for full story.
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Jun 23, 2021
Airport District Board Meeting
The next regular monthly Board Meeting of the Truckee Tahoe Airport District will be held via Zoom at 4:30 p.m. on Wednesday, June 23, 2021. The public is invited to join and participate. To see the agenda, or for Zoom login information please visit ➤ https://truckeetahoeairport.com/administration/board ➤ Additional Special Meeting Agenda
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Jun 19, 2021
FREE Young Eagles EAA Intro Flights
The local EAA Truckee Chapter 1073 would like to introduce the world of aviation to young people ages 8-17 with free introduction flights. Come join the Young Eagles Rally and take a flight in a general aviation airplane with an experienced Young Eagles pilot 8am-11am, Saturday, June 19, 2021. Pre-registration is required. Click post heading for more information.
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Jun 16, 2021
New KTRK Flight Procedures Development
New Flight Procedures Development Program launching this summer! The Truckee Tahoe Airport District (TTAD) will soon propose new draft flight procedures that seek to maximize pilot safety and efficiency, while reducing impacts on our Truckee Tahoe community. Click the post heading for more information, including a link the the Flight Procedures website.
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Jun 15, 2021
AIRCRAFT INCIDENT - Press Release
At approximately 10:46 AM, a single engine Cirrus SR20, FAA identification number N89423, crashed 1.16 nautical miles south of the airport near Lahontan, Placer County, California. Two occupants were aboard the aircraft at the time of the incident. One pilot was fatally injured and died at the scene. The other pilot occupant was transported approximately 10 minutes after the incident by EMS helicopter to Renown Regional Medical Center in Reno, Nevada and was reported to be in stable condition. Click post heading for more information.