Clearance Distance Measuring Equipment Instrument Landing System 
Pilot Institute
JUNE 19, 2025
Precision Runways Precision runways feature at least one precision approach aid at either end of the runway, such as an Instrument Landing System (ILS). Precision runways feature additional markings to assist pilots in determining runway distance and landing areas.
Air Facts
MAY 7, 2025
The airport was central to the region and was well equipped as an alternate with long runways and an ATC control tower staffed with trained controllers from 6 am until midnight every day. Not all VOR stations provided DME and not all aircraft had the necessary Equipment on board. The Tower had no radar.
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