Originally published in 1996
On August 29, 1996, the Texas Transportation Commission appointed two new members to the Texas Aviation Advisory Committee. Mark T. Huffstutler of Uvalde and John W. Schwab of San Angelo will replace Jose Flores and Judge Bill McCoy. TxDOT greatly appreciates the contribution made by Mr. Flores and Judge McCoy in serving as members on this committee.
Mr. Huffstutter holds a license for airline transport pilot, commercial pilot, private pilot in Mexico, Certified Flight Instructor, flight engineer, A&P mechanic and is also certified for inspection authorization. He is Airport Manager of Garner Field, President/Director of Uvalde Flight Center, Inc., and President/Director of Sierra Industries, Inc. In 1979, he received an Associate of Science Degree from Southwest Texas Junior College. Mr. Huffstutler is an Eagle Scout, a recipient of the National Aeronautic Association’s Exceptional Service Award, recipient of the Exceptional Achievement Award from the Soaring Society of America, holder of FAI World Speed Record in Group fl Class C1 – Cessna Citation and was recognized in 1991 by INC Magazine as one of the 500 fastest growing private companies in America. Mr. Huffstutler’s term will expire on August 31, 1999. Mr. Schwab holds a license for commercial pilot, multi-engine, instrument, and a Flight Instructor Certificate. He retired from the Federal Aviation Administration as Tower Chief/Manager and launched a new career as Airport Manager of Mathis Field until 1995.
Mr. Schwab received a commendation from the President of the United States for his work with crippled children, is a life member of the Lions Club Crippled Children’s Camp at Kerrville, Texas, and is a member and past president of the Texas Association of Airport Executives. He serves on many boards and councils, such as the Hospital Authority of Tom Green County, Civil Service Commission, Dallas Area Government Recruiting Council, Federal “College Coordinator” for Angelo State University, El Paso Area Recruiting Council for CSC in EEO activities. Mr. Schwab’s term will expire on August 31, 1999.
Committee Members are:
George F. Mitchell, Jr.- Beaumont {Chairman)
Blair Bisbey – Jasper
Mark Huffstutler – Uvalde
Bill Knowles – Palestine
John Schwab – San Angelo
Loretta Scott – Grand Prairie