Originally published in 1996 The FAA has designed and produced an information video for pilots detailing what they may expect when flying to Atlanta for the 1996 Summer Olympic Games. The video details procedures that must be followed for flying into Atlanta for the Games, such as required arrival and departure reservations and temporary flight…

Originally published in 1996 The final 20 unreleased episodes of the 1950’s television series Sky King, an action/adventure program that featured extensive use of aviation, have been packaged for release by the Experimental Aircraft Association (EAA) Aviation Foundation. What are believed to be all 64 existing full episodes of the series are now packaged into…

Originally published in 1996 The 99’s are women pilots, mechanics, flight instructors, air traffic controllers, homemakers and other professionals from 35 countries. The organization was founded in 1929 by Amelia Earhart and other early women pilots. Of the 117 U.S. licensed women pilots of the day, 99 became charter members of the organization and took…

Originally published in 1996 Meacham Field in Fort Worth will be the site of the 12th World Precision Flying Championship, Sept. 28 – Oct. 6. The 99’s will host the event, and one of the functions they perform is to help the foreign countries locate suitable aircraft to fly in the competition because the cost…

Originally published in 1996 Would you think twelve people could do such an outstanding job of painting 19,200 square feet of pavement in only 2 1 /2 hours? That would be 1,600 square feet per person … and that would be 128 square feet per minute! Wow! Well, that’s just what members of the San…

Originally published in 1996 In 1995, charities received an average of $41,057 from air shows, marking a 9 percent increase over figures compiled in 1993. This is good news for community groups and charities, many of which are struggling to meet ever increasing demands. Air show rates are growing annually. In 1995, the average attendance…

Originally published in 1996 Pictured right, David Fulton, Director of TxDOT’s Aviation Division presents E. T. Page with Cotulla Municipal’s award. This was a declining airport in the late 1980’s, until E. T. Page convinced the community to actively support the airport. Mr. Page’s commitment and persistence persuaded the community to become involved with the…

Originally published in 1996 Pictured left, Senator Tom Haywood does the honors of presenting Gainesville Municipal’s award. Gainesville Municipal Airport displayed an outstanding commitment to improve the appearance and usefulness of their airport. “The beautiful new terminal building was built with 80 percent local funds,” said David Fulton, Director of TxDOT’s Aviation Division. The new…

Originally published in 1996 L. A. Miller of the Quanah Municipal Airport is the recipient of the “1996 Airport Manager of the Year” award. Pictured left, is Senator Tom Haywood presenting Mr. Miller with the award. A flight school for foreign students keeps the airport in use year round. An airplane refurbishing business is also…

Originally published in 1996 Odessa Schlemeyer Field has been named the state’s 1996 Airport of the Year by the Texas Department of Transportation. This award is given not just to the airport, but to the community for a job well done in all aspects of owning and operating a general aviation airport. Pictured right, David…

Originally published in 1996 One hundred seventy children from across Texas submitted artwork for the 1996 International Aviation Art Contest. The best artworks in each age category were selected as the state winners and runners up. All winners received a certificate and recognition from their state. First place artwork was forwarded to Washington, D.C. to…

Originally published in 1996 Edward J. Swearingen, Chairman of Sino Swearingen Aircraft Company of San Antonio, has been awarded the Texas Department of Transportation’s 1996 Career Achievement Award for his contribution to aviation. “His hard work and leadership is an inspiration to all of us in aviation,” said David Fulton, Director of TxDOT’s Aviation Division….

Originally published in 1996 Over 400 people attended the 14th Annual Texas Airport Operators Conference, including airport managers, sponsors, consultants, speakers, Aviation Division, and TxDOT district staff. The conference kicked off Wednesday afternoon with a get acquainted reception hosted by a record number of 49 companies exhibiting their latest products and services for the aviation…