Federal Register #2026-12643

FAA Land Release and Swap Proposal at Palatka Municipal Airport

This opportunity concerns a proposed land release and swap at Palatka Municipal Airport, overseen by the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA): - Government Buyer: - Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), Department of Transportation - Transaction Details: - City of Palatka requests release of four parcels (totaling ~14.98 acres) from federal restrictions - Parcels to be swapped for a 12.37-acre parcel at the airport - All parcels are designated for non-aeronautical use on the Airport Layout Plan - Financials: - Land to be acquired appraised at $445,000 - Land to be released appraised at $539,000 - City to transfer $94,000 to the airport operating fund to equalize the swap - Purpose and Requirements: - Release removes federal conditions from a 1947 Quitclaim Deed - Enables City to dispose of property for non-aeronautical purposes - FAA is seeking public comment on the proposed action - No OEMs, vendors, or procurement of goods/services are involved; this is a property transaction

Description

The FAA is considering a request from the City of Palatka to release four parcels comprising approximately 14.98 acres and swap for a 12.37-acre parcel at the Palatka Municipal Airport, Palatka, FL. This involves releasing the property from conditions, reservations, and restrictions contained in a Quitclaim Deed agreement between the FAA and the City of Palatka, dated February 28, 1947. The release will enable the City to dispose of the property for non-aeronautical purposes. The City will transfer $94,000 into the airport operating fund as part of an equitable land swap. Public comments are requested by July 24, 2026.

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