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Former site of Republic Aviation factory
This mall is built on the site of the former the Republic Aviation Corporation. During World War II, it built over 9,000 P-47 Thunderbolts together with several other aircraft. Fairchild bought out the company in 1965, and the plant closed in 1988. The last building was demolished in 1997 to make way for a mall expansion.
My base airport
Great GA airport on the edge of DFW. It's thriving: just renovated runway and plans for new tower next year, increasing traffic.
Building map
There's a building map and legend available here:
Area 51
This airport serves the infamous "Area 51", and the identifier "(K)XTA" looks like a parody of space alien conspiracy theories ("XTA" = "extraterrestrial"?):
http://www.aopa.org/aircraft/articles/2008/080110area51.html
New service from Skybus
Skybus will begin scheduled service to GYY from Greensboro, NC on 13 March:
New service from Skybus
Skybus will begin scheduled flights from Columbus, OH to ILG on 7 March, and from Greensboro, NC to ILG on 13 March 2008:
Skybus service
Skybus is adding service from Columbus, OH to IAG beginning on April Fool's Day (seriously), to serve Buffalo, Rochester, and Toronto:
Non-stop Fort Lauderdale to London
Zoom airlines is adding a non-stop flight from FLL to London (presumably Gatwick LGW) -- it will be the first scheduled trans-Atlantic flight route from the airport in over a decade:
International terminal (D) renovations
The international terminal, terminal D, is getting $25M worth of renovations, including moving sidewalks, a new explosives-screening system, additional gates, and new restaurants and shops:
VOR/DME 8 approach to be canceled
http://www.aopa.org/flightplanning/articles/2007/071031approaches.html
NDB-A approach to be canceled
http://www.aopa.org/flightplanning/articles/2007/071031approaches.html
VOR/DME 34 approach to be canceled
http://www.aopa.org/flightplanning/articles/2007/071031approaches.html
VOR/DME 31 approach to be canceled
http://www.aopa.org/flightplanning/articles/2007/071031approaches.html
"Propeller park" planned
Since the FBOs are geared mainly towards turbine traffic now, the airport has plans for a "propeller park" to serve light piston aircraft:
http://www.aopa.org/advocacy/articles/2007/071107vannuys.html
Park and aviation museum coming
There was a threat that this airport might close, but they reached a compromise with the cities of Cincinnati and Blue Ash, and will build a park, an aviation museum, and some other community facilities near the field:
Building controversy
In 2007, a developer attempted to build an office building higher than allowed, cutting in the the approach path, but was forced to tear off two floors:
http://www.aopa.org/advocacy/articles/2007/071126sunroad.html
Attempt to ban large aircraft
In fall 2007, Santa Monica city council introduced a law to ban large aircraft from the airport:
Home of the New Piper Aircraft
Piper moved here after floods destroyed the original Piper plant in Lock Haven, PA in 1972. There have been some rumours that the company might move to Albuquerque or Oklahoma City:
Development plans very close to airport
There are proposals to allow development as close as 500 ft to one of the runways, despite airport and state objections:
In danger of closing
The city of Biddeford, Maine may hold a referendum on closing this airport in November 2008 or sooner. For details, see
Saginaw Airport
Funny, it was still in the December FAA data set.
re: Saginaw Airport
Thanks for the info, sad as it is. I verified online that the airport is closed, and changed its status. Google maps still shows an on sat photo from before the subdivision.
Saginaw Airport
Is now closed with a subdivision on it, but was a real gem of Ft. Worth while operating.
Gas
If you are ever crossing overhead, I have had pretty good experiences with the gas prices here!
re: Long Runways
Hi Tony
Did you work with Craftsmen Electrics in Sydney in 1989 as i think i might know you. I am across from Scotland visiting my brothers in Newcastle (Don) and Sydney (Jim). If you are who I think you are it would be great to catch up.
Billy Broadley
re: OK
Take it up with Google.
OK
Good Graphics at long-range not up to my expectations
Hodges Airpark
They have a pilots breakfast every third saturday. Good Crowd and conversation. Many times those with planes will head up to Brair Patch for a Sport Plane Club Meeting later that day.
I am the owner and manager of crosswind farm airport. The un
We are a private airport but we are are open to general aviation pilots who call first. The runway is north south direction and the traffic is left hand on runway 36 and right hand on runway 18. The runway is 3900 feet with displaced thresholds on each end. Runway is turf and primary width of 65 feet John Reiss Manager Crosswind Airport
Check out Flower Aviation. Great facility and nice folks to
GCK is ALWAYS windy so be prepared.
Anyone can read this?
I'm a little confused here and I"m just writing this to see what happens
e38
this is my first one
Busy airport - be on your toes here.
PDK is a busy G-A airport. Be on your toes if you're a low time pilot 'cause there's a lot of traffic here.
Fogbound
Great Little field with excellent food in Weedsport
KBHC
Favourite Fuel Stop, great service from Lil.
X26
Where I built my Velocity XL-RG
Flyboys Cafe
We took the family on a flight to eat at Flyboys Cafe. This is a great find. We arrived about 5:30 p.m., and the staff was eager to serve us. The place is very clean, and the staff is very friendly. Our server, Kay, provided exceptional service to us. The food was great. Their as they say, "soon to be famous" Flyboy Burger is the best meal I have had in a long time. By the way, you have to try their dessert called Bananas Foster. It is tops. Great place, and we all highly recommend it to all!
Lufker Airport
Best grass airport around!
re: jFK rules!
cAuse it just does!!!!
Leading Edge Aviation
Greg Turner runs a first class operation at this airport.
Fine facility at the foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains
5000' runway, nice approaches, and super nice people. Lest I forget, there's also the 57A cafe next to the terminal. It's not haute cuisine but it is convenient and the pretty good.
Big bad Metro isn't so "bad" anymore!
For years Metro Airport was the poster boy for dark and dank terminals. It was a truly disgusting airport.
Today, it is state-of-the-art in every way. I love flying through here.
Spartanburg Downtown Memorial Airport - South Carolina's old
My home airport. 5200' runway with ILS and close to Spartanburg's downtown.
naisioxerloro
Hi.
Good design, who make it?
Grassroots flying
This is a very friendly, relaxed place to fly. Fuel is available and all are welcome. Please be advised that you fly in and out at your own risk. Private airport.
Lost Wages!
It's cheaper to rent a car at Alamo for the week then to taxi everywhere. Is a great airport to arrive at in the dark due to all of the wild casino lights.
Flyboys Cafe
We flew in there for breakfast on Saturday, the 17th of November. We got the pleasure to see a US Navy F-18 take off. It came into the guard base the night before. Also, the staff at Flyboys was ready for the Ohio State V.S. Michigan game. These guys really good breakfasts. Well worth the trip.
Fun place to fly
I'm learning to fly at the ranch. Fun group of people to be around....I don't feel like just a number like I did at a more traditional local flight school
re: Needing more info
There's a little hamlet in Illinois called "Grubbs" -- is that what you mean? If so, it looks like the closest airport is Pinckneyville Du Quoin:
American architecture exhibit
🔗 Tue, 15 Jan 2008
— @david at Tulsa International Airport, United States
Until 24 February 2008, the Tulsa airport is running an exhibit showing (pictures? models?) of the top 150 buildings, bridges, etc. in the U.S., as selected by the American Institute of Architects:
http://blogs.usatoday.com/sky/2008/01/airport-check-8.html