353:(FAA Identifier: 7TE7) is still controlled by the Department of Agriculture as a private airport. It is gated and not open to the public. The buildings on the flightline area are being used and in good condition. The cantonment area is overgrown and abandoned with remainders of streets in various states of deterioration, however the World War II-era water tower still is standing and being maintained. A few abandoned buildings can be seen in the containment area, inaccessible and surrounded by vegetation. All three runways are in excellent condition as well as the ramp area with 8 aircraft assigned to the field. Permission is required prior to landing aircraft at the facility.
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The 3301st Pilot
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