LIMA, Ohio (WLIO) – The Allen County Regional Airport continues to undergo safety upgrades, with the latest improvements focusing on lighting enhancements for the tarmac, hangars, and maintenance areas.
Following recent runway renovations, airport officials are now turning their attention to replacing decades-old lighting with new, energy-efficient stadium-style lights. The upgrades are necessary as the facility can experience increased traffic, including operations during nighttime hours.
“The current lighting is nearly 50 years old,” said Airport Board Member Dave Buettner. “It's dark about half the time, and we do have operations that take place during those hours, and it's important that it's lit up and also help the staff. For instance, if they have airplanes bringing freight in or going out overnight, life flights are another area where it's really important for it to be well lit.”
The lighting project is estimated to cost around $500,000, with $470,000 of that funding coming from the Federal Aviation Administration.
Airport officials say the improved lighting will enhance both safety and efficiency, especially for staff managing late-night flights and emergency services.
