Congress Plans to Move Quickly to Reauthorize FAA Programs
Senate Aviation Subcommittee Chairman, Trent Lott, in speaking to the Aero Club of Washington recently, said that Congress plans to move quickly to pass legislation which would reauthorize FAA programs. Of primary interest is extending the FAA Airport Improvement Grant Program. The Administration is seeking a four-year reauthorization term that would provide $3.48 annually for airport grants, the same amount that is currently appropriated for Fiscal Year 2003. The Administration’s proposal also includes an increase in funding share for “small” airports from 63 percent to 66 percent of total AIP grants.
Trying Times for the Airline Industry
Following the events of September 11, 2001, coupled with the ongoing recession, the airline industry is now in the worst financial condition in its history. US Air and United are already in bankruptcy and other earners are threatened as well. Congress is currently investigating ways to assist. It is impossible to overstate the importance of the air transport industry to the well being of our nation. It is hoped that better days are ahead.
TxDOT Awards for Achievement Given at Annual Aviation Conference
Six awards for exceptional achievement were given to worthy recipients during the recent Texas Aviation Conference. Receiving awards were:
Airport Manager of the Year: Mike Wilson, Brownwood Regional Airport
Reliever Airport Manager of the Year: Tim O’ Krongley, Stinson Municipal
Airport of the Year: Sulphur Springs Municipal
Reliever Airport of the Year: Stinson Municipal
Most Improved Airport: Gillespie County
Lifetime Achievement Award: Mrs. Emma C. Browning
Congratulations to all the award winners.
