Originally published in 1997 Yoakum Municipal Airport is alive and well! Upon completion of a runway reconstruction project, and replacement of the runway lighting system in 1995, Yoakum officials set their sights on securing an FBO and providing fuel. They have accomplished this and much more! Dynasty Aviation, FBO Gerry Shores, has moved to the…

Originally published in 1997 An airport is a valuable asset, and a viable economic gateway to your community. Have you ever wondered what the annual economic impact of the local airport is on your community? Economic impact can be determined using a three-part formula: Direct Impact Indirect Impact Induced Impact Direct Impact is derived from…

Originally published in 1997 The FAA plans to phase out most current ground based navigation systems by 2010 and some even sooner. Omega will be terminated at the end of 1997 and LoranC in 2000. This is all part of the 1994 Federal Radionavigation Plan, and VORs, DMEs and ILSs will also be downsized and…

Originally published in 1997 On September 1, 1996, TxDOT approved a new statewide program. The RAMP (Routine Airport Maintenance Program) objective is to assist communities in maintaining their airport facilities by utilizing existing district maintenance programs. The program has already been an overwhelming success, in terms of community participation. RAMP was designed to utilize “existing”…

Originally published in 1997 Can they do it? Can the Experimental Aircraft Association (EAA) actually give 1 million young people an airplane ride by the year 2003 — the 100th anniversary of powered flight and 50th anniversary of EAA? Yes! Because they are absolutely dedicated to making it happen! Chapter pilots from all over Texas…

Originally published in 1997 What do you get when you combine 11 pilots, 30 trained adult volunteers, 1 dedicated airport manager, 6 or 7 totally committed community leaders, an ex-NASA engineer, and then mix generously with 105 kids? You get a group of caring and competent people providing kids with an adventure in flying that…

Originally published in 1997 The City of Weslaco Invests In Airport! In keeping with the idea that an airport is only as good as the service it offers, the Weslaco Mid Valley Airport continues to improve. Over the last three years the City of Weslaco has funded from its own resources several improvements to this…

Originally published in 1997 “Donald R. Cress, Principal and Aviation Department Manager for PDR Engineers, Inc., in Lexington, Kentucky, passed away January 16, 1997, at his home after a long illness. Don received his Bachelors of Science degree in Civil Engineering in 1958 and his Masters of Science degree in Civil Engineering in 1960, both…

Originally published in 1997 The Federal Communications Commission has permanently abolished radio licensing requirements and fees for domestic aircraft radios. The FCC also called for partial refunds on the $115licensefeespaidafterJuly 17, 1994. Owners issued a license after that date are entitled to a refund of up to $63, for the regulatory fee for the unexpired…

Originally published in 1997 Gainesville Keeps Going… & Going… & Going! Last year we told you a little about Gainesville Municipal Airport and their recent improvements. At the recent dedication of their new terminal, Dave Fulton said, “I would just say that you’ve accomplished the three things that it takes to make any airport successful….

Originally published in 1997 In 1995, Cessna said they would make four varieties of single-engine planes starting in 1996: the 172 Skyhawk, the 182 Skylane, the 206 and 206T. On January 3, 1996, Cessna Aircraft Company delivered the first new 172 Skyhawk built since 1986. The delivery set the stage for the Aircraft Owners and…

Originally published in 1997 The Lone Star Flight Museum was designated the site of the Texas Aviation Hall of Fame by Concurrent Resolution of the 74th Legislature of the State of Texas. The mission of the Texas Aviation Hall of Fame is to honor and recognize Texans, Texas companies and aviation events that have made…

Originally published in 1997 Since none of the aeronautical disciplines are currently represented at the Olympic Games, the Federation Aeronautique Internationale (FAI), has decided to start its own World Air Games. The first World Air Games will take place in September 1997, in Turkey, and will showcase every facet of the aeronautical sports: Aerobatics, Soaring,…

Originally published in 1997 This year marks the 100th anniversary of the birth of Amelia Earhart, America’s premier woman aviator. The first woman to fly the Atlantic in an airplane -initially as a passenger in 1928 and then solo in 1932 -the first woman to pilot an aircraft across the United States, one of the…

Originally published in 1997 “The Ovation has been one of the most successful new aircraft introductions in our company’s history,” said Mooney President and CEO Bing Lantis. “It serves to define the upper end of the normally aspirated class, and provides its owners with serious airplane capabilities. Furthermore, by contributing well over $30 million in…

Originally published in 1997 Medical and non-medical personnel are needed for every mission! The Flying Doctors of America (FDA) have scheduled their first equestrian medical mission, March 28 – April 6, 1997. Besides their normal medical team, veterinarians are needed to treat village animals. They will bring medical care to four remote villages in the…