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re: Bader Field memories
I agree, having had many flights in and out of there over the years with my father. My latest book, "Bader Field" (Nightengale Press) is aptly named because that was the last place I saw my father. There is a good amount of flying in the book. (The cover has a shot of my Dad next to his last airplane (Aztec D) at Bader Field.
Carl David
flights to albany new york, today
im looking for the times of flights, today, from there, to albany new york
Bader Field memories
Great memories of Bader Field. My solo flight in 1967 was one my greatest thrills. My first flight instructor was Joe Trappy who also was the GM of the field. Joe also taught my dad at Wings Field in 1945. To think that Bader was closed for "development" purposes just gets under my skin. It was a great place for a kid to learn and grow up.
Jim Duffy
One of my most favorite airports
From the unique tent-like roof lines, to the large spacious terminals, down to the train that shuttles you to/from the Main Terminal, this is one well-designed airport. Traffic just seems to flow no matter what direction its moving. Delays are rare but are mainly caused by weather (locally or for connecting aircraft's origination point elsewhere). Like Cactus said, it's beautiful inside and out, including the historical memorabilia (home of Jeppesen), and other art displays that routinely cycle. The food areas seem spacious enough and I've always been able to find a seat to eat or one to drink from. Transportation to/from the airport is plentiful and flows just as well as the aircraft.
Getting better!
It seems like KPHX is always updating, and for good reason. Biggest problem commercially are those passengers who use Phoenix as a stop-over and have to change airline (i.e. US Air to America West). It may be updated by now, but in the past you had to shuttle in buses between the terminals and the delays can be extensive as you have to go through security when you arrive at the next terminal. This has caused me to miss a flight in the past. Other warning is flying into/out-of/thru here in summer months in the mid-to-late afternoon time frame as this is monsoon season. When lightning approaches the ramp completely shuts down at a moments notice, stranding passengers in the terminals and in the aircraft if they're away from the gate. These delays can be minutes or hours.
Winter home of the Blue Angels
This is where the boys play and practice for their upcoming season at the beginning of each year. With lots of wide open desert near by they have the perfect playground to practice and hone their skills, day after day. Hat's off to the Blue's!
Busy little airport
Commercially speaking, this can be one busy single-runway airport, near downtown San Diego. This is a well known airport for it's approach to 27, as there is a car parking structure that the aircraft have to clear within about the last 1/4 mile before the threshold. The glideslope seems a bit higher because of this when compared to other airports. It has a cramped feeling as you get to your gate area, compared to the the spacious baggage area. It's not all bad, as they do have a Starbucks at least! ;)
Right in the middle of Orange County
Whether it's for business or leisure, KSNA is the perfect spot for the airport. The main terminal is currently going through expansion (2011) on it's south section, finally stretching beyond what was the old, original terminal. This interruption has taken the smaller Rwy 1R/19L and is used as a taxi-way for the larger commercial aircraft. One of the biggest kicks is taking off to the south (19R) on a commercial jet, due to the noise abatement procedures. Full brakes, full power, release, use most of the runway, and you're suddenly 2000 feet up. This is where the pilots pull back on the throttle to keep things quiet for the neighborhoods south of the airport. Sometimes the feeling of weight-loss is very noticeable yet exciting. As was already said, whether flying commercially or privately, this is a well laid out airport. I currently use it about a dozen times a year.
Knew it as NAS Los Alimitos
Father was stationed here in the mid-late 60's before retiring as a AEC/CPO specializing on the P2V Neptune. Was a very active Naval base in the 60's & 70's, where F4 Phantom's routinely roared out to the Pacific. Runway is large enough to handle the C5A Galaxy from time to time. Once the Army took over it was common for parachuting recruits jumping out of Army Chinook's on a weekly basis. One of the most beautiful Golf courses in O.C., the Naval Golf Course, is south-east of the field and has been around as long as I can remember. I used to caddy there in the mid-70's and fish the small ponds at night with my friends.
Only the blimp hangers are left.
Ex Marine base (MCAS Tustin) with two large wooden blimp hangers that can bee seen for a good distance from any direction. The hangers have been used in many movies and TV shows over the years, including one of the Austin Powers movies and the X-Files. It was shut down in the mid 90's and has slowly disappeared, yet the hangers remain.
re: C59 - Lake Lawn Lodge - Hope it reopens
Reply to @airbound:
Lodge is opening for business. Airstrip, however is still closed and they were not sure if it would re-open. Flew over on 29-Jun-2011, one aircraft on taxiway indicated field was closed (wondered why they were down there but didn't ask).
GRB - Green Bay - Nice Class C
Very helpful for the first time visit
Amazing Approach
Saw whales breaching during my descent into Kona! The ocean was sparkling and it was a clear day!
5 Stars
Can't complain about anything at John Wayne Airport. It's relatively small and it's extremely easy to navigate through the terminal. Friendly personnel as well.
Unique
I love this airport. Nice facilities all around and unique artwork throughout the terminals makes DEN a worth-while experience.
Easy to and Through
Dayton Intl. Airport truly lives up to it's motto: "Easy to and through".
Hassle Free
For a large airport, this one is easy to get in and out of and I'm proud to call it my home airport. I've never had any problems at DFW.
Great place to learn to fly!
Next time you're in the area, look up Mr. Howard Deevers, a living legend in his own 50 years of aviation. Ask him how "Doc" is doing these days... you might even get him to show you how to fly, sign off on your certificate, take a look at your engine, or help you get your next rating. It's one-stop shopping with this incredible guy!
grass strip
nice strip operated since 1969 by same owner RET. NAVY/US Air
Harbour Air Services
The FBO, Harbour Air Services, does a great job.
re: your data on EKS is out dated see information for Ennis
Thanks for pointing that out. The correct information has been updated.
Aircraft Rental
Recommend Tropicbird Flight School if you are wanting to rent an aircraft while on the Big Island. They have great aircraft including a 182; a G1000 172 and Diamond 120. Call Mike or Ashley to reserve an aircraft. Spectacular island flying!
Graet Views Tough Landings
This little airport on the very northwest tip of the big island is probably one of the most challenging landings in Hawaii. Expect a lot of turbulence on approach. A wind farm is adjacent to the airport -- go figure why they built an airport here... No based aircraft or fuel. Enjoy!
Local Food Nearby
Get place to eat just a mile away from the airport -- Seaside Restaurant; on Kalanianaole Ave. Great seafood, a local favorite.
your data on EKS is out dated see information for Ennis
Runway 16/34 Information
Dimensions: 6600 x 75 FEET
Surface: ASPHALT, NEW
Weight bearing capacity:
SINGLE WHEEL 12, 500 LBS
Runway edge lights: MEDIUM INTENSITY
Runway edge markings: 16/34 1000 FT FIXED DISTANCE MARKERS EACH END.
RUNWAY 16 RUNWAY 34
Latitude: 45-17'-00.179"N 45-15'-55.146"N
Longitude: 111-38'-58.623"W 111-38'-53.168"W
Elevation: 5422.9 FEET 5348.7 FEET
Traffic pattern: RIGHT LEFT
Runway heading: 163 MAGNETIC, 177 TRUE 343 MAGNETIC, 357 TRUE
Markings: NDI, NEW NDI, NEW
Visual slope indicator: 2-LIGHT PAPI ON LEFT(3.00 DEGREES GLIDE PATH) 2-LIGHT PAPI ON LEFT(3.00 DEGREES GLIDE PATH)
Touchdown point: YES, NO LIGHTS YES, NO LIGHTS
Obstructions: NONE NONE
re: Location error
Fixed!
Location error
Actual ~ N36Β° 16.7' W082Β° 35.1'
Two Tower Frequencies
There are two tower frequencies that should be noted. The east runway (31R/13L) is on 118.3. This is the frequency that should be used when departing this runway, or arriving from 0 to 179 degrees magnetic. The The west runway (31L/13R) is on 120.6. This is the frequency that should be used when departing this runway, or arriving from 180 to 359 degrees magnetic.
re: First Solo out of Trinca!
Reply to @Steve: Don't know what magic you are talking about.
re: Not for me...
The guy they have managing that place hates you and the world. He gets an attitude with just about everyone who stops in. If he hates people so much, why is he the manager of anything? What a bunch of sh*t. Doesn't belong in a public position with that attitude. Find out who owns the airport and file a complaint!
0C2 - Hinckley - Soaring, Soaring, Soaring
Windy City Soaring based at Hinckley (0C2).
Nice Grass Strip 2600x100.
Enjoyed a day of Soaring over North Central Illinois thanks to the Windy City Soaring club. Go check it out.
Is New Cuyama going to Re-Open?
I flew in/over on May 28 2011 and my favorite airport had a big X over the numbers:-( Is there anything we can do to help re-open it?
Zunigas
My home port. That great little restaurant is Zunigas. They have a great little gar as well--Jesus is there to serve you.
Service
We landed and taxied to the Jet Center and had awesome service. They parked us, took us to our hotel and picked us up in the morning for our return flight. Highly recomment this place/
In service?
Is this airport in service?
re: Wrong frequencies
This website isn't supposed to be a substitute for legal datasources like your own country's aeronautical information publications or Jeppesen. It's crowd sourced, which means if you know something is wrong, tell us the correct values and we'll correct what we have.
Wrong frequencies
The communication frequencies are wrong. They are so out of date I WOULD NEVER TRUST THIS WEBSITE'S DATA.
re: noise compaling
Too funny and inaccurate statement. Maybe one should talk to neighbors that have been here over 30 years.
GIF - Winter Haven - Excellent Flight School (Tailwheelsetc)
Awesome experience with primary training. Intense and very rewarding. Family like environment.
noise compaling
unfortunately this person making these complaints moved in May 2010. The airport has been there since 72. Getting a better real estate agent or looking at a map could have solved their problems.
re: Twin Oaks Airpark pilots harass neighbors
Reply to @david: The neighborhood has been around for 50 years and the airport only 20 something years. It always sounds like it is the homeowners fault but not true, in this case.
The airport has encroached and abused on the only settlement in the area with acres and acres of other land to fly. One pays higher prices in Oregon to live in the country and then the unscrupulous aviation interests slide things by the homeowners.
re: Twin Oaks Airpark pilots harass neighbors
I'm sorry to hear the neighbours are unhappy. Is the airport new, or was it built before the homes around it? Flying circuits ("patterns" in the US) is a very important part of pilot training and practice for experienced pilots - the planes take off from one end of the runway, turn, fly the opposite direction beside the runway at about 1,000 ft above the ground, and then come back and land on the same runway again (and repeat).
This is a normal activity at any airport, but sometimes it can be hard for people nearby, which is why most airports were originally built far from densely-populated areas where they wouldn't bother too many people. Unfortunately, unscrupulous developers will often come in and built subdivisions near airports anyway, and then not tell buyers the whole truth about what it means living near an airport (personally, I don't mind planes at 1,000 ft over my house -- I can't usually hear them over the city noise of cars, trucks, buses, sirens, lawnmowers, and construction).
Twin Oaks Airpark pilots harass neighbors
The pilots out of this airpark harass neighbors next to the airpark with their low flying, and continuous flying around properties.
Contact information
Hello: Would you please provide me with the name and mailing address of the director or president. Thank you. Isabel Kearns
needs new manager
seems shady in my opinion
Nice Family airport, All Welcome
This is a nice family airport where everyone, GA, Ultraligh, LSA, Experimental, PPG or trike, If that thing flies, its welcome. We offer GA gas at the lower price you can find. Please, visit us.
Luis
re: Questionable Owners
So where *do* you hope people crash?
Questionable Owners
I hope that no once crashes here
LOT - Lewis - Mixed traffic
Busy field during primary training with mixed traffic. Pattern always seemed full and extending downwind was normal.
Closure why?
π Thu, 21 Jul 2011
β Anonymous Flyer at Atlantic City Municipal Bader Field, United States
It doesn't make any sense that the FAA closed Bader Field. It was a great little airport servicing AC and was easy to get in an out of; no red tape, no long lines, just fun. The excuse of the tall buildings being too close was a load. We used to fly over the President Hotel all the time and no one ever got hurt. I don't think until the Citation incident that there was ever a situation. It was good enough for Lindbergh and the host of presidents and officials. So convenient, a real shame politics had to prevail......There will always be a place in my heart for Bader Field. Check out my latest book "Bader Field" by Carl David.......