New RNAV GPS Approaches Added at Selfs Airport Boosting Reliability

As of December 26, 2025, Federal Aviation Administration records show new or updated instrument procedure charts and operational notes for Selfs Airport MMS, the small airport owned and managed by Quitman County two miles southwest of Marks. The FAA procedure cycle additions list RNAV (GPS) approaches for both runway 02 and runway 20, together with Special Take Off Minimums and Departure Procedures documentation intended to clarify operational limits and improve safety for instrument flight rules operations.

Selfs Airport has a single asphalt runway aligned 02 and 20, with dimensions of approximately 3,346 by 70 feet. Pilot communications are typically conducted on the common traffic advisory frequency 122.9, and automated weather information for instrument planning is provided via nearby weather reporting stations referenced on official charts. The newly published RNAV procedures provide GPS based approach paths for both runway ends, which generally enable more precise navigation and can increase the number of days the field is usable under instrument meteorological conditions.

For local residents and businesses the change matters because improved IFR access reduces weather related cancellations and delays for medical transport flights, small business travel, and visitors to the county. Marks area emergency services and regional air ambulance operators often require reliable instrument procedures to reach rural landing sites promptly. County economic development officials may be able to cite the enhanced procedures when promoting the area to firms that value reliable air access or to niche tourism markets including hunters and cultural visitors.

The update also fits a broader trend of modernizing navigation procedures at smaller public airports to support safety and economic resilience in rural communities. Pilots and operators should consult official FAA chart publications, the Aeronautical Information Manual, and current NOTAMs or services such as AirNav for authoritative and current procedure details and any operational restrictions before flight. Local leaders may consider integrating the improved accessibility into long term planning for emergency services and economic outreach.