What does it mean if the county I live in reconizes a private airstrip as a airport?

The FAA governs private airstrips but the county likely will certainly not have legislation that will recognize a private airstrip in the same way it would an airport. The definitions are simply too different.

Online we cannot find out any details. You need a lawyer. Check with a lawyer in your locale to discuss more of the details.

Good luck to you.

God bless.

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The FAA governs ALL airstrips and avaiation in the US. Even those privately owned. I am a pilot and a panle attorney for AOPA (airplane owners and pilots assn). No question.