Airport Acreage Transforms into Connecticut Hiking Trail
Published Date: 8/28/2025
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Summary
The FAA wants to give up 0.9 acres of land at Robertson Airport in Plainville, Connecticut, so a new public trail can be built. This change affects the airport and local community by turning part of the airport land into a fun, multi-use trail. People can share their thoughts before the FAA makes a final decision.
Analyzed Economic Effects
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0.9 Acres Converted to Public Trail
The FAA proposes to release 0.9 acres of landside property at Robertson Airport in Plainville, Connecticut so a planned extension of a multi-use public recreation trail can be built. The release also includes 0.4 acres for slope easements and a drainage right-of-way tied to the trail project.
Release of Federal Obligations on Airport Land
The FAA is providing notice of a release of Federal obligations for 0.9 acres of landside airport property at Robertson Airport, Plainville, Connecticut. This administrative release enables the airport land to be used for the planned trail extension.
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