Despite more than 90,000 annual operations, Northern Colorado Regional Airport (FNL) in Loveland has never had the safety benefits of a manned control tower, until now. The Colorado Department of Transportation reports being close to completing a new remote tower project for Loveland, a facility that won’t demand the building of a traditional, expensive tall tower building. FNL serves privately-owned aircraft, commercial airliners, military aircraft, pilot training, and helicopters and is home to three flight schools, specialized aircraft maintenance services, and a 24/7 FBO.
Colorado Begins Testing Remote ATC Tower
Key Takeaways:
- Northern Colorado Regional Airport (FNL) is nearing completion of a new remote air traffic control (ATC) tower, addressing its lack of a manned tower despite over 90,000 annual operations.
- The remote tower utilizes high-definition video screens fed by numerous cameras and satellite data to provide controllers with a 360-degree view, enhancing safety without the need for an expensive traditional tower building.
- The over $8 million project is expected to be operational by the end of 2020, with the Colorado Department of Transportation hoping its success will pave the way for similar remote ATC systems at other state airports.
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