Federal Register #2026-07426

FAA Notice of Opportunity for Public Comment on Surplus Property Release at Hesler Noble Airfield

This notice announces the Federal Aviation Administration's (FAA) consideration of a request to release approximately 5.46 acres of airport property at Hesler Noble Airfield in Laurel, Mississippi, from the requirement to be used exclusively for aeronautical purposes. - Government Buyer: - Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), Department of Transportation - Laurel Airport Authority is the requesting entity - Property Details: - Approximately 5.46 acres at Hesler Noble Airfield, Laurel, MS - Proposed release from aeronautical use restriction - Intended sale to NES Laurel, LLC (current lessee) - Airport to receive fair market value for the property - Sale proceeds designated for airport maintenance and improvements - Regulatory Context: - FAA review under Title 49, U.S.C. 47153(c) - FAA determined release will not impact future aviation needs - Public Comment: - FAA is soliciting public comment on the proposed property release - No specific products, services, or OEMs are involved in this notice

Description

The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) is considering a request from the Laurel Airport Authority to waive the requirement that approximately 5.46 acres of airport property at Hesler Noble Airfield in Laurel, Mississippi, be used for aeronautical purposes. The FAA is reviewing this land release request under Title 49, U.S.C. 47153(c) and has determined that the release will not impact future aviation needs. The property is proposed to be sold to NES Laurel, LLC, the current lessee, with proceeds to be used for airport maintenance and improvements. Public comments on this proposal are invited until May 18, 2026.

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