Mississippi Airport Eyes Land Sale for Upgrades
Published Date: 4/16/2026
Notice
Summary
The FAA is thinking about letting the Laurel Airport Authority sell 5.46 acres of land at Hesler Noble Airfield in Laurel, Mississippi. This land, currently leased by NES Laurel, LLC, could be sold to them, with the money going back into airport improvements. If you want to share your thoughts, you’ve got until May 18, 2026, to speak up!
Analyzed Economic Effects
2 provisions identified: 2 benefits, 0 costs, 0 mixed.
5.46 Acres May Be Sold to Current Lessee
The FAA is considering letting the Laurel Airport Authority sell 5.46 acres at Hesler Noble Airfield in Laurel, Mississippi to NES Laurel, LLC, which currently leases the land. The sale would transfer that parcel from airport ownership to the lessee if the FAA approves the land release.
Sale Proceeds Must Fund Airport Improvements
If the 5.46-acre parcel is sold, the airport must receive fair market value and the net proceeds will be used for maintenance and improvements at Hesler Noble Airfield (LUL). This directs money from the sale back into the airport rather than to other uses.
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