Originally published in 1994 West Texas and the Panhandle saw major projects completed recently at Slaton Municipal, Post- Garza County, Seminole-Gaines County, Levelland and Dimmitt Municipal Airports. The projects included environmental assessments, when required; acquisition of land; runway overlays; major reconstruction or extension of runways, aprons and taxiways; installation of fencing; and lighting improvements. The City…

Originally published in 1994 Because of the long lead time involved in the state and federal airport improvement funding process, it is important that airport sponsors anticipate needs and plan ahead. From the time a request for funding is received by the Aviation Division to the time a project may actually be implemented, five years…

Originally published in 1994 A lot of things are currently happening that will affect the future of aviation in Texas, some good, some not so good. From time to time, I’ll pass information on to you about the changes ahead. Currently, some of these are: The Global Positioning Satellite System: The FAA appears to be making…

Originally published in 1994 In the first project of its kind for TxDOT, the Aviation Division and the Lufkin District Office have become partners to facilitate the extension of the runway at Center Municipal Airport from 4000 feet to 5000 feet. The extension requires relocation of a county road which is maintained by TxDOT. The…

Originally published in 1994 The Aviation Division was presented with a “Certificate of Recognition” by the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) for TXDOT’s administration of the State Block Grant Program in Texas. The program is a unique arrangement between the FAA and state aviation agencies which gives the state a greater role in the administration of…

Originally published in 1994 Bill Gunn grew up living and learning aviation. Like his father, Bill is a highly decorated US Air Force combat veteran and career officer. With his diverse experience from work as an air show display pilot in the British Isles to currency as a corporate pilot, he has made a career…