Aircraft Tiedowns

Welcome to the Fairbanks International Airport Small Aircraft Tiedown Program website!

The Tiedown Program Office is now located at:
5195 Brumbaugh Blvd. (click here for map) PDF document100K


 

Our Small Aircraft Tiedown Office hours are from 8:00 A.M to 4:00 P.M -Monday through Friday, with the exception of some State and Government holidays. You are welcome to call (907) 474-2520 for any questions you may have.

Renting Tiedown Space

To rent a space you must:

  1. Select a vacant tiedown space (see maps below)
  2. Submit a signed and completed Tiedown Application and Permit PDF document61K
  3. Pay Tiedown Fees
  4. Provide proof of ownership by providing copy of Aircraft Registration

 

Maps of these areas may be accessed below:

Float pondPDF document111K Gravel tiedownsPDF document76K Paved tiedowns PDF document192K

Our tiedowns are designated by the following categories:

  • 126 paved spaces without electricity, of which 12 are taxi-through spaces.
  • 150 paved spaces with electricity, of which 43 are taxi-through spaces.
  • 228 float spaces, of which 184 are on the east side of the pond.
  • 20 unpaved spaces.

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Frequently Asked Questions

QuestionWhat are the requirements for renting a tiedown space?
AnswerYou must own or lease an airworthy aircraft that you intend to park in the space and list on your permit. In addition, the aircraft must be float-equipped if you are renting a float space. "Airworthy" and "float-equipped aircraft" are defined in 17 AAC 42.699 as follows:

"Airworthy" means the condition of an aircraft that is legally authorized and mechanically capable of flight through the air.

"Float-equipped aircraft" means an aircraft that is on floats or is equipped for floats that are temporarily off the aircraft but are on the assigned tiedown space.

QuestionWhat kind of documentation do I need to prove that I am the owner or lessee of the aircraft listed on my permit?
AnswerYou must provide one of the following for each aircraft you list on your permit:

  • A copy of the current aircraft registration in your name;
  • A copy of an application for aircraft registration, AC Form 8050-1, in your name

QuestionCan I rent out my tiedown space or let others use my tiedown space free of charge?
AnswerYou may not transfer your permit, sublet the space, or allow a person to park an aircraft not listed on the permit in your space.

QuestionCan I add another person, such as my spouse or a friend, to my tiedown permit?
AnswerYou may add another person to your permit only if that person separately applies and qualifies for a permit and is the first person on the applicable wait list. If a person is added to your permit, that person must comply with all requirements applicable to your permit, including being an owner or lessee of an aircraft listed on the permit.

QuestionWhen will my permit expire? How do I apply for a new one?
AnswerAll permits will expire on March 31, 2010. A permittee who wishes to retain his tiedown space after the expiration of his permit must apply for a subsequent permit. The application will be approved if it is determined that 1) the space is not needed for airport expansion, development, operation, or other state purpose, and 2) the permittee qualifies for a permit and is in compliance with the Tiedown Regulations. The Leasing Office will send notices and application forms to permittees before their permits expire for their convenience in applying for a new permit.

QuestionHow do I get on a switch list or wait list?
AnswerTo be placed on a switch list or wait list you must file a switch list application or a wait list application with the Leasing Office. Switch lists for the various categories of spaces are maintained to allow a permittee to apply for another space in the same category as the space he or she currently rents. Contact the Leasing Office to inquire about your position on a switch list.

Wait lists are maintained for the various categories in which demand exceeds supply. You do not need to own an aircraft to be placed on a wait list, but you must own or lease an aircraft to rent a space. For your position on a wait list please open the waitlist below.

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Fees

Tiedown fees are payable semiannually in advance on or before June 30 and December 31 each year. There is no application fee. To view tiedown fees, visit the Airport Fee Schedule link exits FAI website

 

Contact

Tiedown Clerk
Phone 907-474-2520
email FAI Tiedown Clerk

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