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Airport Data Noise Compatibility Program
LOCATION: 3 MI SE of Groton
LAT: 41°19.80
LONG: 72°02.71
ELEVATION: 10' ASL


Runways
05-23-5000'x150' (grooved asphalt)
15-33-4000'x100' (grooved asphalt)
This Noise Compatibility Program for the Groton-New London Airport was developed by the Connecticut Department of Transportation and the Groton-New London Airport Advisory Committee in accordance with the provisions and procedures of Federal Aviation Regulation - Part 150. The procedures listed are mandatory, consistent with the safe operation of aircraft, and part of the Noise Compatibility Program for the Airport.
Traffic Aids
Tower, wind cone (lighted)

Lighting
Rot. Beacon C&G
05-23 & 15-33 = high intensity


Approach Lighting Navaids
Runway 05 - MALSR, PAPI (P4L),
Runway 05 - RVR
Runway 23 - REIL, VASI (V4L)
Runway 33 - REIL, PAPI
WAAS



Traffic Pattern

Standard 1000' A
Mandatory Flight Procedures - Quick Reference Guide

1. DEPARTING RUNWAY 5
Turn left heading 020º until clear of the Groton reservoir or until leaving 1000' MSL, before proceeding on course.

2. DEPARTING RUNWAY 23
turn left heading 210º until clear of Pine Island or until leaving 1000' MSL, before proceeding on course.

3. DEPARTING RUNWAY 33
Maintain runway heading until clear of the Westside School or leaving 1000' MSL.


4. LANDING ON RUNWAY 5 Left traffic, extend downwind to avoid Avery Point.
Weather
FAA FSS 1-800-WX-BRIEF
Automated Weather -
GON ASOS (860) 449-8921

To report ASOS problems, contact:
        NWS 1(800) 242-8184

Radio Frequencies
Tower CTAF 125.6
Ground 121.65
ATIS 127.0
5. TOUCH-AND-GO OPERATIONS - RESTRICTIONS
a. Aircraft operators are encouraged to refrain from touch-and-go operations between the hours of sunset and 8:00 a.m.

b. Notouch-and-go operations are permitted by any aircraft operator between the hours of 10:00 p.m. and 6:00 a.m.

Remarks

Runway 15 displaced 307' and Runway 33 displaced 205'.
6. PREFERENTIAL RUNWAY USE PROGRAM
Runway 23 is designated Calm Wind runway and is to be used under as many calm and light wind conditions as possible to minimize flight over noise sensitive areas north of the Airport.
Facilities

Columbia Air Service
Unicom Frequency 122.95
Website: www.columbiaairservices.com
Phone: (860) 449-1257
Hours of Operation: 0500-2100
(5:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m.)
FUEL: 100LL, Jet A
REPAIRS: Yes
HANGER SPACE: Yes
The Groton-New London Airport Advisory Committee meets quarterly under the auspices of the Southeastern Connecticut Council of Governments. For more information please visit seccog.org.


Other Facilities

CT AVCRAD (Army National Guard)
Phone: (860) 441-2900
Website: www.ct.ngb.army.mil/armyguard/units/avcrad.asp
Lanmar Aviation
Unicom Frequency 131.75
Website: www.lanmaraviation.com
Email: info@lanmaraviation.com
Phone: 860-446-8621 or 860-867-7844
Fax: 860-446-8689
Hours of Operation:
0700-2100, 7 days a week
Avfuel 100LL and Jet-A with or without additive;
Brand new 24-hour 100LL Self Serve system
Repairs: Yes
Hangar Space: Yes
Safety & Rescue Training
Survival Systems, USA
Phone: (860) 405-0002
Website: www.survivalsystemsinc.com

Civil Air Patrol
Main Contact: Larry Kinch
Phone: (860) 464-0353 or (860) 884-2827
Website: http://www.ctwg.cap.gov

Experimental Aircraft Association  Chapter 334 
Main Contact: Sam Watrous
President: Phone: (860) 245-5459 or (860) 389-6741
Website: http://www.eaa334.org/

Flight Instruction & Aircraft Rental
Action Multi-Rating (Multi-engine and ATP)
Phone: (860) 449-9555
Coastal Air, Inc. (Single Engine)
Phone: (860) 445-7315


 

Aircraft and Aircraft Engine Sales
Saunders Aircraft Sales
 
Phone: (860) 448-1234















HOMEFLIGHTSA SHORT FLIGHT THROUGH HISTORY

Catherine L. Young, Airport Manager
155 Tower Avenue • Groton, CT 06340 • (860) 445-8549 • FAX: (860) 448-1851
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