Originally published in 1996 Alfred ‘Bubba’ Thomas is one of 10 winners of the Corpus Christi Caller-Times’ Jefferson Volunteer Award, sponsored by the American Institute for Public Service, a national organization that recognizes volunteers. This is the fifth year the newspaper has sponsored the awards locally. Since 1993, Thomas has taken his Beechcraft Sundowner on…

Originally published in 1996 Chances are pretty good that if you see a giant compass rose beautifully painted at an airport, that a 99s Chapter was there! It would seem as though the compass rose is becoming a trademark of the NinetyNines’ generosity and dedication to service! Pictured here with the new compass rose at…

Originally published in 1996 The Texas Air Museum, located in the Rio Grande Valley of deep South Texas, is a non-profit corporation that strives to both preserve and restore vanishing bits of aviation’s past. The museum is home to the world’s largest collection of rare World War II Focke-wulf 190s. The museum exhibits some 50…

Originally published in 1996 If an airport is to succeed in the purpose for which it was built, it must be constantly and consistently promoted. The promotion-of an airport in a community or in groups of communities is not just a one time thing. Airport promotion can never be truly successful in winning the hearts,…

Originally published in 1996 FBOs at Plainview’s Hale County Airport each provide the Plainview Daily Herald with a weekly report of their businesses’ daily flights. The newspaper’s standing article is called “Plane Talk”, and is a great way to let the community know how its airport is being used both for business and for pleasure….

Originally published in 1996 Angelina County Airport is a prime example of what dedicated community involvement can produce! Early in 1995, the Angelina County Chamber of Commerce appointed an Airport Development Committee that intentionally consisted of individuals representing a multitude of interests and skills. The committee was charged not only with the task of taking…

Originally published in 1996 Airports that are federally obligated and open for public use are eligible to receive surplus federal property. This program is designed to provide equipment specifically for the development, improvement, operation or maintenance of a public airport. The FAA’s recommendation of approval is limited to items formerly used directly and primarily in…

Originally published in 1996 Texas State Technical College Airport in Waco is the nation’s first U.S. Department of Energy designated “Clean Airport”, because of its commitment to the development and use of alternative aviation fuels. TSTC in Waco has provided crucial support and resources to the Renewable Aviation Fuels Development Center at Baylor University in…

Originally published in 1996 1996 marks the 11th year of my participation with the Texas Airport Operators Conferences. Each year the Conference has been bigger and better, more participants and more exhibitors. I treasure the friends which I have come to know through these annual meetings. My efforts over the years have been to increase…

Originally published in 1996 The City of Big ·spring demonstrated tremendous commitment in making their dream of restoring an historic 1941 hangar a reality. They were diligent in pursuing the federal grant that would preserve a very significant p2rt of Big Spring’s history for future generations. The hangar is on its way to becoming an…

Originally published in 1996 October 10, 1996 was the biggest single charting event ever completed by the FAA. Every chart, AND THIS DOES MEAN EVERY CHART, depicting North Central area airspace, plus the Houston terminal area chart, has changed! New frequencies and new radials make up the airways. New intersections will be on these airways…

Originally published in 1996 Routine Airport Maintenance Program Approved!!! Realizing that many smaller communities are not staffed or equipped to perform necessary preventative maintenance on their airports, the Texas Transportation Commission approved a new program on August 29, 1996, authorizing the Texas Department of Transportation to provide routine maintenance support for publicly owned airports throughout…

Originally published in 1996 The Texas Transportation Commission has authorized project funding for the following 31 airports. Requests for qualifications have been issued on all projects requiring design services, and requests for proposals for planning projects will be issued by the beginning of the calendar year. Aransas County Athens Municipal Childress Municipal Clifton Municipal Colorado…

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…