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AirportBeacon

94JQ+6W Franklin, PA, USA

Name and Location

The Airport Beacon is located in Franklin, Pennsylvania, USA (41°22'54"N, -79°51'15"W) within Venango Regional Airport.

Construction and History

The exact date of construction for the Airport Beacon is unknown. However, it was built during the modern era, likely in the mid-20th century, to serve as a navigational aid for pilots landing at the airport.

Architecture and Materials

The lighthouse features a simple, yet functional design, characteristic of modern beacons. The structure's height and focal plane are not publicly available.

Light and Navigation

The Airport Beacon is designed to assist pilots in navigating safe landings and takeoffs. Light Range and Light Pattern are not specified.

Accessibility and Visiting

The lighthouse is not open to the public for visitor access. Its maintenance and upkeep are likely handled by airport authorities or a designated organization. Visitors cannot access the Airport Beacon due to its operational and security-sensitive nature. No guided tours, entrance fees, or on-site facilities are available for public use.

Notable Views and Landscape

From its elevated position within the airport grounds, the Airport Beacon offers a unique perspective on the surrounding landscape. However, due to its location, the view is not particularly notable or scenic. The lighthouse is situated amidst the Venango Regional Airport's facilities, surrounded by air traffic control towers, runways, and terminal buildings.

Anecdotes and Folklore

No information was found on former lighthouse keepers or their experiences at this location.

Technical and Operational Details

The Airport Beacon authorities are responsible for maintaining and operating the Airport Beacon. The airport authorities likely handle maintenance and upkeep of the lighthouse.

Further Information

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Details

NameAirportBeacon
CityFranklin,Pennsylvania
CountryUsa
Coordinates41.3805771, -79.8602342
Year of constructionunknown(mid-20thcentury)
Eventsn/a
Historic significancen/a
Keeper storiesn/a
Storiesn/a
Architectural stylemodern
Construction materialn/a
Focal heightn/a
Tower heightn/a
Renovationsn/a
Landscape typeairportgrounds
View descriptionunremarkableviewofthesurroundingairportfacilities
Facilitiesn/a
Light characteristicn/a
Light rangenotspecified