Study: Proposed power plant near Cedar Rapids could be aircraft hazard

A new study warns a proposed gas-fired power plant near the Eastern Iowa Airport in Cedar Rapids could present risks for pilots.

The airport commissioned the study to determine whether the plant would be compatible with its regular operations.

Airport director Marty Lenss says the study shows the plant’s tall smokestacks and their thermal plumes might impact aircraft safety…

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