Spectrum Local News
Alexis Jones
May 24, 2025
Winter Haven Regional Airport is looking to become the first in the nation to launch a digital remote air traffic tower.
The $1.2 million system is fully funded by the Department of Transportation.
As the airport becomes busier, Director Troy Heidel has searched for new ways to increase safety for pilots.
“A couple of things — initiatives we take out here — we hold regular safety meetings. We’ve developed what’s called enhanced operating procedures that, in partnership with our flight schools here, help make some of our traffic more predictable. Everybody’s doing the same thing and communicating the same way,” he said.
Read on: Winter Haven to launch nation’s first digital remote tower
