New runway inaugurated at the Aero Club of Bergamo

The Aero Club of Bergamo has inaugurated its 12/30 runway, 714 meters long and 18 meters wide, after significant redevelopment and repaving works carried out by SACBO. These works, which also included the taxiways and the aircraft apron, were carried out by the Artifoni company on a project by the SACBO Infrastructure Department, with a total investment of about 800,000 euros.

 

 

Giovanni Sanga, president of SACBO, underlined the importance of the Aero Club of Bergamo within Milan Bergamo Airport, stating that the investment was made to support the continuity of the Aero Club's programs, including the prestigious flight school.

 

Andrea Orsi, president of the Aero Club, expressed gratitude for SACBO's support, highlighting how the operational position within an international airport represents an added value in the training of pilots, accustoming them to operate in a controlled and busy airspace.

 

 

The intervention improved the operation and safety of the runway, including the adjustment of the declared distances, the removal of the starting points of the 12 and 30 ends, the new configuration of the runway strip and the implementation of Runway End Safety Areas (RESAs) on both ends. These improvements will help to make ground handling more efficient and ensure even higher safety standards.

The Aero Club of Bergamo, founded in 1927, is a point of reference for aviation enthusiasts in the province of Bergamo and beyond. Located at Milan Bergamo Airport, the association is dedicated to the promotion of sport flying, offering a wide range of services and activities for pilots and aviation enthusiasts.

 

The Aero Club Flight School of Bergamo, provides high-quality training for private and professional pilots. The courses range from the achievement of the Private Pilot License (PPL) to the Commercial Pilot License (CPL), with the possibility of also obtaining specific ratings such as night flight or instrument rating (IR). The school uses a modern and well-maintained fleet, consisting of aircraft such as the Cessna 152 and the Piper PA-28, ideal for both basic and advanced training.

 

 

In addition to training, the Aero Club promotes sport flying, including aerobatics and sightseeing activities. Events organized by the Club, such as air rallies and competitions, create a strong sense of community among members and attract participants from all over Italy.

 

Being a member of the Aero Club of Bergamo offers numerous benefits, including access to discounted rates for the use of aircraft, the opportunity to participate in exclusive events and access to the Club's facilities, which include a Club House and dedicated spaces for briefings and flight planning.

 

 

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