Originally published in 2000 We believe that our employees are the most important resource that we have available to support us daily in the fulfillment of the “aviation” mission for the State of Texas. They are, as team members, our winning hand. We will continue to showcase employees in Wingtips, so that you can get…

Originally published in 2000 SUN ‘N FUN 2000 AWARDS -ANTIQUES: Best Restored Classic (over 165 hp) Cessna C-195A-Nl95S – David L. Cole, Willis Texas; HOMEBUILT: Best Biplane, Starduster Too-NIOJH – Jim Hayden, Richmond, Texas; and Outstanding Aircraft, Christen Eagle-N106JP-Bill Postula, Montgomery, Texas. YOUNG EAGLES PROGRAM came to Wood County Airport (Mineola-Quitman) recently and gave young…

Originally published in 2000 Workers have been busy recently preparing the foundation for the new terminal at the Granbury airport. The new terminal will cost $362,380, part of which is being funded by a state grant. The former terminal was tom down prior to the beginning of construction. The airport staff is being temporarily housed…

Originally published in 2000 ALPINE-CASPARIS AIRPORT, Alpine: $1,400,000 grant will be used for pavement improvements to runways and taxiways, as well as expanding the concrete apron for additional parking for aircraft; installing runway signage and deer-proof fencing. COULTER FIELD, Bryan: $1,100,000 grant will be used to rebuild the runway, taxiways and hangar access taxiways and…

Originally published in 2000 By Jim Cummins This installation of airport compliance deals with exclusive rights, which are defined as any power, privilege, or right excluding or preventing another from enjoying or exercising a similar power, privilege, or right. Questions of exclusive rights are normally associated with suppliers of various airport services or products such…

Originally published in 2000 By Russell Deason The 8th Annual 4-H Aerospace Summer Day Camp was recently held at Martin Junior High School in Austin. The camp, sponsored by the Travis County Extension Service and the Texas Parks and Wildlife Department, is an opportunity for nine through twelve-year- olds to learn about aviation and space…

Originally published in 2000 A Century of Flight Achievements 1909 – Mrs. Ralph van Deman becomes the first woman passenger to fly in an airplane, piloted by Wilbur Wright, October 27. 1910 – Theodore Roosevelt is the first president to fly in an airplane, October 11. 1941 – The Civil Aeronautics Administration begins to operate…

Originally published in 2000 The Houston Airport System has selected Thomas Bartlett as the new deputy director for Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH). Bartlett was named to the post after an extensive nationwide search and selection process. He has served as acting deputy director since November 1999, while continuing as the assistant director-Maintenance, at IAH. Bartlett’s…

Originally published in 2000 Dehydration and the Pilot: 3 Stages of Heat Exhaustion Transition from the one to the other can be very evident, hardly noticeable, or not evident at all. Heat stress (body temperature, 99.5 – 100 F) reduces: Performance, dexterity, and coordination Ability to make quick decisions Alertness Visual capabilities Caution and caring…

Originally published in 2000 The Texas Aviation Hall of Fame announced on July 14, 2000, the selection of eight new inductees. The new honorees to be inducted in November 2000, are: Ronald G. Bliss, Air Force pilot; Capt. Eugene Ceman, astronaut; General Claire Chennault, founder of the Flying Tigers; Bessie Coleman, first African American to…

Originally published in 2000 By Judy Anderson Chances are, a fair number of Hale County residents have never set foot in the Plainview-Hale County airport. In fact, most air passengers hit the interstate first, driving 35 minutes to Lubbock to board their commercial carriers of choice. So why is airport Manager Mike Hutcherson planning a…

Originally published in 2000 Cherokee County Airport, Jacksonville – New airport manager: Jimmy Long, a lifelong resident of Rusk, is also a pilot, who owns an ultra light. Coleman Municipal Airport – New airport manager: Randy Long, 915/625-5495. Fort Worth Spinks Airport – New airport manager: Mike Feeley, formerly at Carswell as operations manager. Texarkana…

Originally published in 2000 OTIS WELCH, FAA’S TEXAS AIRPORT DEVELOPMENT OFFICE MANAGER, RETIRES Recently, Otis Welch, manager of the Texas Airport Development Office for the Federal Aviation Administration, retired July 28, 2000. Although he is certainly entitled to retirement after many years of service to the aviation community, he will be sorely missed. Working for…

Originally published in 2000 By Fred Johnson, Texas Aerospace Commission Three sites in Texas are currently seeking to be a major hub for Commercial Space Transportation. Narrowed down from 13 other Texas sites, these three sites (Brazoria, Kenedy, and Pecos Counties) offer unique capabilities for the establishment of a home base for building and operating…