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Findings
The moving blades of a wind turbine create disturbances that can
interfere with radio transmissions between air traffic controllers and
aircraft and other types of communications, such as satellites.
Over 600 wind turbines have been built in the Montezuma Hills
between Suisun City and Rio Vista, ranging from total heights between
300 feet to 400 feet.
Since the 2015 Travis LUCP update has been in place, there have been
no new wind facilities proposed.
Travis AFB uses the Sandia National Laboratories‐developed
Solar Glare Hazard Analysis Tool (SGHAT) that analyzes proposed solar
array systems and recommends mitigation methods if needed.
Future alternative energy facilities are not likely to cause impacts to
Travis AFB as their development is regulated by the ALUC and no new
projects will be approved that would impact Travis AFB operations.
TSS Background Report
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