Originally published in 2010 by Chris Sasser, Texas Transportation Institute Not long ago, TP McCompbell Airport in Ingleside and Calhoun County Airport in Port Lavaca were little more than weathered air strips located on the outskirts of town. But now, with help from enthusiastic airport managers, community leaders and Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT) Routine…

Originally published in 2010 TXDOT AVIATION NEW MANAGEMENT TEAM IN PLACE: In the July issue of Wingtips, I mentioned that Bill Fuller, our Director of Engineering, and Linda Howard, our Director of Planning, have retired. Their replacements are now in place. Bijan Jamalabad is our new Director of Engineering and Scott Gallagher is our new…

Originally published in 2010 The Aviation Division announced several personnel moves over the last month. Scott Gallagher is the new Director of Planning and Programming. Scott replaces Linda Howard, who retired last year. Scott previously served as the San Marcos Airport Manager and served in the Navy as an F-18 pilot and was a graduate…

Originally published in 2010 Alton Young passed away on January 31 after lengthy battle with esophageal cancer. Alton worked in law enforcement, construction and most recently for the TxDOT Aviation Division for 10 plus years. He loved the outdoors and especially enjoyed his annual trips to Terlingua with the guys. He was a proud member…