Can you have your own runway on your property?

In short: Yes, you can. The FAA doesn’t really care, as long as you’re not going to interrupt class B or C operations. And honestly as long as you’re not hosting a dozen other aircraft, how are they going to tell the difference between a field and an airstrip?

Can I land a plane on private property?

Generally, landing on public property is subject to state or local regulations. Landing on private property is legal if it is your own property, or if you have permission from the landowner. You should proceed with extreme caution if you’re landing anywhere that isn’t regularly used for aircraft operations.

Does the airport own the landing area of a runway?

Airport Property and the RPZ Under FAA design criteria (which applies to all obligated airports), the airport must own the landing area. Secondly the airport owner must have sufficient interest in the Runway Protection Zones to protect the Runway Protection Zones from both obstructions and incompatible land use.

Can I create a private runway on my property?

If I own land, can I create a private runway on my property for my own use? In the United States, if I own land that has an area suitable for landing a small general aviation airplane, can I just create a private runway, or do I have to officially be registered with the FAA or some government agency? In short: Yes, you can.

Can You Make your own runway for a backcountry plane?

Making your own runway isn’t something you can or should do in most airplanes, but it’s a natural for a backcountry aircraft. My story accompanies Senior Editor Bill Cox’s pilot report on the Yakima-built LSA, which he flies with CubCrafters General Manager Randy Lervold.

How wide of a runway do I Need?

In some areas, a mow deck and roller on the back of a tractor, plus a few hours time will give you a decent runway. 75 seems pretty wide for your own use. Unless you’ve got a BIG plane. 75 seems pretty wide for your own use. Unless you’ve got a BIG plane.