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0,9-35 <br /> I."3(5 <br /> Irvin asked if specifications of the design of the runway <br /> and distance from surrounding buildings were in conflict? <br /> Mr. Fielder stated willingness to adjust dimesions. The <br /> issue is not resolved of clear zones ends of runway <br /> according to FAA standards. Mr Hazard stated he has <br /> easements to control that distance 1,000 feet South, But <br /> not North. He said the proposal as stated does not meet <br /> FAA requirements with respect to clear zones off runway. <br /> Irvin felt this would be a strong reason for denial of the <br /> request. <br /> Hazard stated the FAA has approved the airport. <br /> Luce read letter from Mr. Howard Robinson, Chief of North <br /> Carolina Section and Department of Transportation of Federal <br /> Aviation Administration, This letter was presented as <br /> evidence in the public hearing. The only requirements for <br /> a private airport are notice of construction be filed with <br /> FAA and air space authorization. <br /> Hazard stated he had letter of approval and has given to <br /> Polatty. Polatty said he had never been given such a letter. <br /> Shanklin feld that 5,000 feet for the runway was not that <br /> important. The extra 1,000 feet can become important when <br /> the aircraft will take offs or landings. <br /> Hazard was concerned with safety. He wants needs more runway <br /> for take offs and not landings. <br /> 4 <br />