N.J. township tries land grab of Solberg Airport
Readington Township in New Jersey is pursuing a novel method of claiming a local, privately owned airport.

Readington Township in New Jersey is pursuing a novel method of claiming a local, privately owned airport. If the town fathers should succeed, thousands of privately owned airports throughout the U.S., including much needed relievers, could be in jeopardy.

Readington Township has introduced an ordinance that would enable it to condemn Solberg Airport under eminent domain and take it away from its owners, the Solberg family, who have owned and operated the facility for more than 60 years. The Solbergs have stated that they wish to continue to operate the airport, which is an FAA-designated reliever, and do not want to part with it. This ordinance could allow the township to acquire the airport regardless of whether or not the Solbergs want to sell it.