Bend Airport Gets Sky Zone Makeover for Tower Arrival
Published Date: 3/2/2026
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Summary
The FAA wants to create a new Class D airspace and tweak the Class E airspace around Bend Municipal Airport in Oregon to get ready for a new control tower. These changes will help keep flights safe and organized for pilots flying by sight or instruments. If you have thoughts, speak up by April 16, 2026—no costs for the public, just smoother skies ahead!
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