[Congressional Bills 111th Congress]
[From the U.S. Government Publishing Office]
[H. Res. 1473 Engrossed in House (EH)]

H. Res. 1473

                In the House of Representatives, U. S.,

                                                    September 15, 2010.
Whereas recreational aviation represents a significant portion of the Nation's 
        aviation activity;
Whereas recreational aviators utilize backcountry airstrips as access points for 
        a variety of activities;
Whereas backcountry airstrips provide multiple benefits to the general public, 
        including search and rescue, fire management, research, disaster relief, 
        and wildlife management benefits;
Whereas recreational aviation helps State economies by providing efficient 
        access to recreational activities for visitors;
Whereas backcountry airstrips serve as emergency landing sites for aircraft in 
        the event of mechanical problems or inclement weather; and
Whereas backcountry airstrips provide for dispersed recreational activity and 
        act as internal trailheads within backcountry areas: Now, therefore, be 
        it
    Resolved, That the House of Representatives recognizes the value of 
recreational aviation and backcountry airstrips located on the Nation's public 
lands and commends aviators and the various private organizations that maintain 
these airstrips for public use.
            Attest:

                                                                          Clerk.