Aviation Related Newsletters/Bulletins/Documents
Downloadable Documents
These documents are available online as PDF files. Some documents are also available on hard copy. To inquire about hard copy availability, contact us by e-mail at: aviation@dot.ny.gov or by phone at: (518) 485-7691.
Documents
New York State Airport System Plan (SASP)
Construction Obstructions to Aviation
Establishment of Privately Owned airports in New York State - October 2014, Prepared by NYSDOT (18 pages)
This brochure identifies the steps required of owners establishing privately owned airports (broadly defined to include any landing facility) or making improvements to an existing runway. This also identifies frequently asked question, the procedure for airport closures and includes copies of the federally required forms.
Establishment of Privately Owned Airports - Guidance Document (PDF - 1.3MB) 
New York State Airport Managers' Handbook - 2001, Prepared by NYSDOT (511 pages)
This handbook was written to assist airport managers in the State in making informed decisions on airport-related issues. The information contained in the handbook was selected based on feedback from airport managers across the state and incorporates other information.
WARNING: This is a large file!
NYS Airport Managers' Handbook (PDF - 50MB)
Digest of New York Laws Affecting Aviation February 2000, prepared by NYSDOT (39 Pages)
This document is a reference tool summarizing state laws affecting aircraft flight rules, establishment of public and private airports, and airport operation and maintenance. It is not to be used as a legal reference. Digest of Laws Affecting Aviation (PDF - 4.2 MB)
Aviation: Frequently Asked Questions
Here you will find answers to commonly asked questions of Pilots, Airport Owners/Managers, and the General Public. If you have an aviation question that is not answered here, contact the NYSDOT Aviation Services Bureau at (518) 485-7691.
Documents Available by Mail
The documents listed below are available in hard copy format by calling the NYSDOT Aviation Services Bureau at (518) 485-7691 or e-mail to: aviation@dot.ny.gov and providing complete contact information including your name, mailing address and the name of the document you are requesting. The documents listed are available at no charge. Some documents may have a limited number of copies remaining.
Aviation Best Practices Report
April 2000, Prepared by NYSDOT (97+ pages) This document is a compilation of practices and ideas submitted by the State's airports and aviation consultants. It can serve to provide airport managers with ideas that may improve aviation services at their airports.
Real Property Acquisition for Airport Development Projects
November 1998, prepared by NYSDOT (12 Pages) This document describes the process for administration of real property acquisition projects under the Airport Improvement Program (AIP).
Privately-Owned Public-Use Airports Real Property Tax assessments and Exemptions
Prepared by NYSDOT (3 pages) The intent of this document is to make privately owned public use airports aware of the tax assessment process and tax exemptions that may apply to such airports in certain situations.
