Reviews
Airport Manager of KMGJ Orange County, NY
Orange County has about 200 based aircraft and over 120,000 operations per year. We have had the system for about 10 years. Our MicroTower is located right next to a national weather service ASOS. It has always been accurate with the ASOS. But since it does a lot more, our pilots love it and use it all the time. It is used by everybody, flight schools, commercial operators, everyone, even the nearby air force base.
South Dakota Department of Transportation
The State of South Dakota does not participate in routine maintenance costs for AWOS systems – putting traditional AWOS systems out of the reach of small airports from a cost standpoint – so we were looking for a lower-cost solution for weather reporting at small rural GA airports.
The response of pilots and operators has been overwhelmingly positive. If we didn’t have MicroTower systems, we would likely not have anything.
Tom Z.
SEL, SES, MEL, Comm/Inst, A&P, CFIA, 2000+ hours, former MAF pilot, LATAM
“The MicroTower is a ‘must have’ if operating a flight school or an active, un-controlled field. I only WISH I’d had these at the many remote strips I have operated out of in third world countries.”
Brian
Single Engine Recreational Pilot 70 hours
“As a beginning pilot who learned to fly at a Microtower airport, I have a hard time understanding how it’s not required at other airports. Radioing ahead in the hopes that someone is around to give an update on conditions seems antiquated and makes me uncomfortable.”
Mike A.
Former student pilot at VKX, PPL, 170 hours
“The MicroTower with the three clicks for weather and four clicks for radio check, took one less item off the stress meter to get into the air. Excellent system.”
Alex
Private Pilot
“MicroTower has been a great asset to our airfield which is located in very congested air space. It is easy to operate and extremely accurate in providing current weather conditions. I highly recommend this system to anyone considering it over the alternatives.”
Juan G.
Pilot in Spain
“I was wondering if you have plans to install your MicroTower in Europe. I have just starting flying over here and would love to see this system in action at the many non-towered GA Fields.”
Nicolas B.
Air Navigation Service Provider
“We are looking for an alternative for a remote tower to implement in low-density airports in South America. Could you provide us with information about the A-ATAS system?”
Rick F.
Airline Pilot, Former Military
“I wish all non-towered airfields had such a quick and convenient source of current weather conditions. It is a huge help when flying at KVKX.”
Stephen C.
Private Pilot
MicroTower has been a great asset to our airfield which is located in very congested air space. It is easy to operate and extremely accurate in providing current weather conditions. I highly recommend this system to anyone considering it over the alternatives.”
Charlie M.
CFII, former Air Force pilot and retired Brigadier General
“I love MicroTower! It’s real-time information, unlike ATIS that’s minutes old. I also especially like the communications check capability that MicroTower offers. I’ve been using MicroTower at Washington Executive and Potomac Airfield for several years and wish other airports had it.”
Eugen L.
Private Pilot
I learned to fly at an airport with MicroTower. I was very surprised to find out it is not available everywhere else. Why?”
Mike R.
Private Pilot
“MicroTower adds one more tool to support pilots, giving them better situational awareness to help ensure safety. “
Bruce L.
Airport Manager
The State of South Dakota does not participate in routine maintenance costs for AWOS systems – putting traditional AWOS systems out of the reach of small airports from a cost standpoint – so we were looking for a lower-cost solution for weather reporting at small rural GA airports.
The response of pilots and operators has been overwhelmingly positive. If we didn’t have MicroTower systems, we would likely not have anything.
“My best story is about flying our experimental Lancair IV-P into Inyokern, CA. We call the ATIS and my wife notes the voice of a friend in the response…’that’s Dave Wartofsky!!’ She focused on the message: ‘Sky clear, altimeter 30.33, winds 340 at 40, gusting to 55.’ She then observes that we can’t land in that wind; our demonstrated wind limit is 30 knots…and there is not another airport for MANY miles back where we came from. I point out that 30 knots is the cross-wind landing limit, and that this wind is directly down the runway–not a problem for landing, but a serious issue to get to a parking area and chained down (ropes just don’t cut it at KIYK). The point is that we easily obtained the information we needed and were able to make a plan. Inyokern is a truly remote place within the US, and the MicroTower has made a huge difference in safety of local operations there.”
Success stories
ACROSS THE USA
Statewide Program South Dakota
Result
- Many years of service across northern plains
- Saved millions $$$ in operating costs
Maryland State Capital - Saving Lives and Ending Accidents
Result
- Saving lives and ending accidents
- Years of proven reliable free service
Missouri Missionary Training Base
Result
- Less expensive than FAA AWOS grant
- Installed quickly and simply in a week
- Years of proven reliable free service
Oregon Mountain Airports
Result
- Years of proven reliable free service
- Highly valued by Forestry and Agriculture
Spruce Creek Florida
Result
- Less expensive than FAA AWOS
- Flexible installation was essentional
- Years of proven reliable free service
AROUND THE WORLD
Presidential Wing Selected the Best
Result
- Years of reliable service
- Proven performance in harsh desert climate
Overcoming Limited Infrastructure
Result
- Opened air service to small communities
- Years of reliable service in remote locations
Kickstarted Commercial Air Service
Result
- Years of reliable service in remote locations
- Opened air service to small community
- A broader program has begun
Potomac Airfield (KVKX)
10300 Glen Way, Fort Washington, Maryland, 20744 USA