D.E.NorthFork, LLC
6382 E. Beechcraft RD.
Wasilla,Alaska 99654
Snow: The runway is plowed when the snow is between 2 and 3 inches deep.
There is no plowing if the forecast is for continued snow, unless there is approx. 10 inches of accumulation.
Mowing: The grass is mowed when it is between 8 and 12 inches long.
This can be delayed if it continues to rain.
Fertilizing: This is done in the spring. If it appears as if the color is lacking, will fertilize
again in August or early September.
Hydro-ax Brush Control: The brush is cut each year.
Crack Seal: Runway is crack sealed by mid summer, earlier if weather permits. It must be dry and no rain in the forecast.
Windsocks: These are changed when they have been torn and won’t register accurate wind readings.
Cross Wind Runway Grading: This runway gets graded and compacted once a year. The timing depends on rain. This work must be done when wet.
Runway & Taxiway Sweeping: Occurs in the spring, after snowplowing is complete, or as needed.
Airport Lighting: Bulb replacement, equipment breakage, controller equipment maintenance, as needed.
Paint: When worn, work completed in mid summer when dry. Usually every other year.
Signs: As needed.
Portable Toilet: Provided year round, located at the fuel station.
Vandalism or Acts of God: Repairs made as needed.
MAINTENANCE DEFINITIONS