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Phase IX Construction is nearing completion. Culvert installation has been completed with water now passing through the new structure underneath Runway 5-2 and Taxiway Alpha. Runway 5-23 grooving work has been completed. Taxiway Alpha paving and striping was completed on Thursday August 31 and the Alpha-Bravo intersection has reopened.

The contractor will continue work within the construction staging areas through September 15 but there will be no airfield impacts during the week of September 11 – 15.

There will be one short-term closure of Runway 5-23 and portions of Taxiway Alpha and Bravo next month to accommodate final runway striping, date TBD.

DM AIRPORTS, LTD. will continue to provide all relevant information to our airport tenants and users as Phase IX construction nears completion. If you have any further questions, please reach out to our team by calling 973-538-6400 or by visiting mmuair.com.

Morristown, New Jersey – Representative Mikie Sherrill (NJ-11) returned to Morristown Airport (KMMU) this week, operated by DM AIRPORTS, LTD., to see the progress that is being made in regards to important infrastructure and safety upgrades at the airport.

“As a former helicopter pilot, I understand the importance of a safe runway and landing approach,” said Rep. Sherrill, who is a graduate of the US Naval Academy and served in the Navy for almost 10 years as a helicopter pilot and Russian policy officer.

“It was great to be back at Morristown Airport to see the impressive progress that’s being made to upgrade the infrastructure at this critical transportation hub and economic driver in North Jersey. The federal funding supporting this project will help the airport continue to operate safely and remain competitive in today’s global economy.”

During the visit, Rep. Sherrill received a tour of MMU’s airfield to see the progress that is being made to modernize the airport through the Runway 5-23 Rehabilitation Project, which is primarily funded by the Federal Aviation Administration’s (FAA) Airport Improvement Program. The Airport Improvement Program dollars come from the FAA’s Aviation Trust Fund generated through aviation-related revenues, separate from the General Fund.

“It was wonderful to welcome Rep. Sherrill back to Morristown Airport,” said Scott McMahon, Executive Director, DM AIRPORTS, LTD. “As we prepare to launch the next phase of modernization projects at our airport, we are grateful to have the partnership of the Federal Aviation Administration and the New Jersey Department of Transportation to help ensure that we can continue efficiently and effectively serving our community and benefiting the region for years to come.”

The rehabilitation project is being conducted in phases, and the next phase, Phase IX, is scheduled to begin July 10. Phase IX is scheduled to be completed by this fall, and the overall project is tentatively scheduled to be complete by 2028.

Among all the airports in the State of New Jersey, MMU plays an integral role in boosting New Jersey’s economy through its tenants and visitors, providing an estimated $187 million in total spending in the community. In addition, MMU helps attract and sustain economic growth in the region through its operations. For example, several large pharmaceutical, technology and communications companies in the area have aircraft at the airport.

“Morristown Airport has been an essential partner to Morris County,” said Morris County Commissioner Director John Krickus. “I am pleased to see the incredible progress that’s been made to improve safety and upgrade infrastructure at this vital economic asset to our region.”

“Morristown Airport has been an economic engine for North Jersey for many years, and thanks to these critical upgrades, we are ensuring it will continue to benefit our area,” said Craig Schlosser, President, Morris County Economic Development Alliance (MCEDAlliance) & Morris County Tourism Bureau and Managing Director, Morris County Economic Development Corporation (MCEDC). “We look forward to partnering with Morristown Airport and its tenants to continue our efforts to boost the local economy.”

Business aircraft landing Runway 23 at MMU using the upgraded Medium Intensity Approach Lighting System (MALSR) installed during Phase VIII of the airport’s Runway 5-23 Rehabilitation Project in November 2022. Photo Credit: Karen Mancinelli/County of Morris

Construction on the keel section of Runway 13-31 has been completed and the runway is back open as of 1230 on May 26. Grooving work will be conducted next month, with dates to be determined.

DM AIRPORTS, LTD. will provide updates concerning the grooving work schedule as they become available.

In anticipation of increased Runway 13-31 use caused by MMU’s Runway 5-23 Rehabilitation Project over the next 5 years, DM has planned for 13-31 construction phases to accommodate. DM last conducted work on Runway 13-31 in the summer of 2018.

For a full breakdown of Phase IX construction of Morristown Airport’s Runway 5-23 Rehabilitation Project set to begin on July 10, please click the link below

Runway 5-23 Phase IX Overview Presentation

The Town of Morristown, as owner of the Morristown Municipal Airport (MMU or Airport), is soliciting qualifications from firms through a Request for Qualifications (RFQ), to enter into a contract for airport engineering, planning, consultant and construction observation services at the Airport. Qualified firms must have experience in airport engineering, planning, consultant services, and construction observation for public use airports, as well as knowledge of and experience under the New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection regulations. Firms submitting qualifications will be evaluated based on criteria set forth in the RFQ for consideration of an award of a contract for such services, pursuant to the competitive contracting process under N.J.S.A. 40A:11-4.1 et seq., and applicable Federal Aviation Administration guidance documents.

Submissions will be accepted until 2:00 p.m. on Wednesday, June 28, 2023 at which time the name of each interested firm will be announced, and the submissions made public. Public announcement of submissions will take place in the large conference room at the Morristown Municipal Airport administration building, 8 Airport Road, Morristown, NJ.

Request for Qualifications for Airport Engineering, Planning, Consultant and Construction Observation Services

A newly installed Medium Intensity Approach Lighting System with Runway End Identifier Lights (MALSR) passed inspection and has been entered into service at Morristown Airport. The installation of the system was part of Phase VIII construction of the airport’s Runway 5-23 Rehabilitation Project.

DM AIRPORTS, LTD., Operators of Morristown Airport, will continue with the next phase of the Runway 5-23 Rehabilitation Project, Phase IX, in July of 2023. Phase IX will require a 30-day complete closure of Runway 5-23 starting July 10th. This closure will accommodate the removal of an existing drainage culvert coupled with the installation of a new, concrete box culvert to maintain the integrity of runway and taxiway safety areas.

For more information on Phase IX and the overall Runway 5-23 Rehabilitation Project, please click below:

Runway 5-23 Rehabilitation Project Overview

Morristown Airport was presented with the “2022 Airport Project of the Year Award” at the Annual American Association of Airport Executives (AAAE); Northeast Chapter (NEC) Airports Conference. The award was given “in recognition of Morristown Airport’s creative approach, safe implementation and environmental stewardship contributing to outstanding stakeholder satisfaction,” in regards to the airport’s Runway 5-23 Rehabilitation Project.

This award was given for efforts in 2021 during Runway 5-23; Phase II, Stage “B” construction. Morristown Airport is in the process of a multi-year, rehabilitation project for Runway 5-23. The multi-year project will result in a newly-paved surface, enhanced runway safety areas, a new lighting system to assists pilots upon arrivals, and more. Morristown Airport is set to resume construction in May 2022 with Phase II, Stage “C” construction.

About the American Association of Airport Executives; Northeast Chapter

The Northeast Chapter, American Association of Airport Executives (NEC/AAAE) serves to support and develop leaders in the aviation industry through the creation of networking and professional development opportunities that bring added value to our members within an environment of integrity and camaraderie.

The NEC aides in the continuing development of the American Association of Airport Executives (AAAE) by fostering a greater understanding and knowledge of airport issues among our members.

About the American Association of Airport Executives; Northeast Chapter Awards:

These awards are presented to an airport, Architectural firm that is currently represented within the Chapter. Award will be given to one Airfield Project, Architectural Project and one Campus related project. Candidates may be nominated for more than one award and more than one award winner may be recognized in each category. (Award to be given to both the airport and the consultant)

Airfield Project of the year – These awards are presented to an airport and consulting firm that is currently represented within the Chapter. Candidates may be nominated for more than one award and more than one award winner may be recognized in each category. The project and be singular, multiple or any combination of projects that resulted in improved efficiency, safety of facility enhancement. (Award to be given to both the airport and the consultant)

For all flight departments operating a helicopter at Morristown Airport, please be advised of the below NOTAM that was published on January 12th, 2022:

!MMU 01/104 AD AP RDO ALTIMETER UNREL. AUTOLAND, HUD TO TOUCHDOWN, ENHANCED FLT VISION SYSTEMS TO TOUCHDOWN, HEL OPS REQUIRING RDO ALTIMETER DATA TO INCLUDE HOVER AUTOPILOT MODES AND CAT A/B/PERFORMANCE

This NOTAM is in response to 5G C-Band interference when using a Radio Altimeter for landing at Morristown Airport and the potential adverse effects on the equipment.

The U.S. Department of Transportation and Federal Aviation Administration published Safety Alert for Operators (SAFO) in response to this issue on December 23, 2021. To read the full SAFO, please click here

Per the FAA, any further questions should be directed here:

Direct questions or comments regarding this SAFO to the Flight Technologies and Procedures Division, Flight Operations Group at (202) 267-8790 or email: [email protected] for operational issues.

December 1, 2021 – Atlantic Aviation announced today its acquisition of Lynx FBO Network, expanding its extensive network of fixed based operators (FBO) in the United States, which includes an FBO at Morristown Airport.

Along with the Morristown Airport Location, Atlantic acquires eight other Lynx FBO network locations, including Destin & Ft. Lauderdale (Florida), Little Rock (Arkansas), Minneapolis (Minnesota), Napa Valley (California), Pittsburgh (Pennsylvania), Portland (Oregon) and Providence (Rhode Island).

Atlantic recently announced an agreement with Ross Aviation to combine their FBO Networks as well. They will join Signature Flight Support as one of two FBOs at Morristown Airport.

For more about Atlantic Aviation and their nine new FBO locations, please click here.

Morristown Airport (MMU) has been named a winner of the 2020-2021 Balchen/Post Award, a national accolade for outstanding achievement in airport snow and ice removal. The prestigious annual award is presented by the Northeast Chapter of the American Association of Airport Executives (NEC/AAAE) and is awarded to airports in different categories based on their size, type and amount of annual operations.

“This winter season proved to be one of the most difficult seasons in recent history with close to 50 inches of snowfall, in addition to the challenges posed by the COVID-19 pandemic,” said one MMU tenant.

“However, from the beginning of the season, DM AIRPORTS, LTD. provided a clear outline of their snow removal plan and ensured a clear line of communication throughout the entire season.”

The MMU Snow Team battled over 49.6 inches of snow this past season, with most of that occurring over a 3 week period in late January and February. Which included a 30+ inch snow event from January 31-February 2nd. This was all done while trying to manage a COVID-19 pandemic response and ensuring that staff were kept safe and available for snow events.

The criteria for the Balchen/Post award include an airport’s preparedness for the Winter season, effectiveness of their snow and ice control plan, communication during and after an event/storm and post storm activity.

Excelling in all facets listed above, MMU was named the winner in the “Large General Aviation” category, recognizing airports with 50,000 or more total operations annually.

“The team at MMU does a great job of keeping the runways and airport surface in good condition during snow events,” one MMU Operator said. “They also have a good system of communication between airport operations and the flight and de-ice crews. They really make a difficult process as easy as possible.”

This marks the third time Morristown Airport has won the Balchen/Post award, as the airport was previously honored in the 2013/2014 and 1986/1987 Winter seasons.

Snow blower in action at MMU, February 2021

To learn more about the Balchen/Post award visit the AAAE site.

Morristown Airport and its tenants continue to adhere to all CDC guidelines to ensure a safe and efficient experience for all who fly with us. For the latest COVID-19 information as it pertains to the State of New Jersey, please see the resource links below:

New Jersey COVID-19 Information Hub

Travel Advisories