Master Plan Definition: The airport master plan is the planners concept of the long-term development of an airport. It displays the concept graphically and reports the data and logic upon which the plan is based. Master plans are prepared to support the modernization of existing airports and creation of new airports, regardless of size, complexity, or role.
(This clearly indicates the plan is for airport development. It is silent to retaining the airport as it currently exists. To control airport development for all citizens, not just airport users and businessmen and staff, we must have a good vision and policy statement for the airport or the planners will simply do what the FAA , the airport staff, airport users, and Mr. CEO's bidding. You can modernize an airport without making changes that adversely impact the community if the right direction is provided to the planners.)
