Boulder City Municipal Airport Air Traffic Control Tower
Boulder City
Summary
The city is moving forward with a major $24 million project to construct an air traffic control tower at the municipal airport, funded almost entirely by federal FAA grants and airport funds. Construction is set to begin in September 2026 and finish by April 2028 to manage increasing flight activity and safety concerns.
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Last discussed Aug 25, 2026.
Impact analysis
Total project cost is over $24 million, with $23 million funded by FAA grants and $992,000 from the airport enterprise fund.
Airport tenants, commercial air tour operators, local pilots, and the regional aviation community will benefit from enhanced safety and structured air traffic management.
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Mentions & discussions (3)
City Council Meeting - Aug 25, 2026
The city is moving forward with a major $24 million project to construct an air traffic control tower at the municipal airport, funded almost entirely by federal FAA grants and airport funds. Construction is set to begin in September 2026 and finish by April 2028 to manage increasing flight activity and safety concerns.
Boulder City Planning Commission Approves New Air Traffic Control Tower
Boulder City Planning Commission Approves New Air Traffic Control Tower NVBEX
Planning Commission (Regular) - Jul 15, 2026
The city moved forward with a federally funded 108-foot air traffic control tower at the municipal airport to boost aviation safety and accommodate increasing flight traffic.
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