Update: Siletz Bay State Airport Runway Closure Summer 2025

Update: The Siletz Bay State Airport (S45) Runway and Electrical Rehabilitation Project will resume this summer, and we expect the runway to be closed for approximately 60 to 70 days while this work is being done.

A future notice will be sent when the schedule and closure start date is confirmed.

This project will resurface the aging north 2/3rds of the runway, as well as the low portions on the south end. It will also replace the nearly 40 year old airfield electrical system. The contractor got a head start on electrical improvements last fall, the remaining pavement and electrical work will occur in the spring/summer of 2025. By getting a head start in 2024, this means that the closure this summer will be shorter, lessening the impacts during better flying weather. 

Project/Closure Schedule:

• Starting Monday October 21st, the runway and taxiways will be closed for approximately 4 weeks - Completed
• Starting spring/summer 2025, the runway and taxiways will be closed for approximately 8-10 weeks for the pavement and remaining electrical work
  • More information with specific dates will be shared as soon as it is available

REMINDER: During construction, the runway and taxiways will be closed to all aircraft. Once the next project phase begins, any fixed-wing aircraft at S45 will not be able to depart until the airport reopens.

(!)  Closure and reopening dates/times are subject to change. For the most current updates on field conditions and surface closures throughout this project, please check the latest NOTAMs. Helicopters may arrive or depart directly to/from open areas of the airport. As always, please remain outside of, and avoid low flight over closed work areas.

We understand any closure impacts pilots and the community. Our goal is to maintain and improve the Siletz Bay State Airport so it can continue to operate safely and efficiently. We appreciate your patience and understanding while we maintain S45.