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TRAFFIC COUNTS CONTINUE TO RISE
In September, San Marcos Regional saw an 84% increase in traffic counts from September 2016. Keep in mind these numbers do not include flights that occur outside of the tower's operational hours! Year to date, counts are up 48%.
The increased activity reflected in these traffic counts helps us secure funding for future airport projects and improvements.
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RESERVED TIE-DOWNS
On December 6, 2016, Council established rates for reserved tie-downs on the ramp. These rates only apply to users and tenants who wish to establish and mark a specific location on the ramp for their aircraft. However, general parking will still be available and permitted at no cost.
We're in the process of marking and numbering 60 tie-downs on the ramp. Of those, 35 are currently reserved. Please take care to avoid parking in marked spaces.
If you're interested in reserving a tie-down for your aircraft or for you transient customers, please give us a call at (512) 216-6039.
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The FAA's Automated Weather Observation System (AWOS) is currently out of out of service. We are working closely monitoring the FAA's progress on repairs.
Repairs are set to be completed by Wednesday, October 18.
As always, please check
NOTAMS
. Please call the office at (512) 216-6039 if you have any questions.
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CONCRETE REPAIRS
Pavement repairs on Taxiways Alpha and Charlie will begin soon. Over the next week or so, the contractor will be testing various products on the areas so please use caution when taxiing.
NOTAMS
will be posted when necessary
and another newsletter will be sent out when the work officially begins.
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LIVE SCENARIO FIRE TRAINING
On Wednesday, November 1, 2017, San Marcos Fire Department will be conducting training operations on airport property. The training will consist of live scenarios including alarms, fire, and numerous response teams. This will not affect normal airport operations.
If you have any questions, please call the airport management office at (512) 216-6042.
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ACCESS GATES ARE ACTIVE
On Monday, September 4, 2017, the airport gates were activated.
Visitors or those making deliveries can access the ramp by using one of three (3) gates controlled by Berry Aviation and Redbird Skyport (Gates 1, 2, and 4).
The main objective for the fence and gate system is to limit unauthorized vehicles on the ramp and around taxiing aircraft. The maps above show the gate locations and public parking areas (shown in green) to be utilized by guests and visitors.
If you need access to the ramp, please call the office at (512) 216-6039.
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AIRPORT ADVISORY BOARD MEETING
Our next Airport Advisory Board Meeting will be held Monday, December 11 at 10:00 am.
The meetings are held at the Airport Management offices at 4400 Highway 21.
Come by to learn more about what's happening at your airport, meet the Board, and enjoy a free cup of coffee and donuts!
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KHYI INSTRUMENT METEOROLOGICAL CLUB MEETING
The KHYI Instrument Meteorological Club (IMC) meets the third Thursday of each month at Redbird Skyport at 6:30 P.M.
Their next meeting will be Thursday, October 19.
Complimentary pizza and soft drinks will be provided.
To learn more, or be added to the newsletter list, email Gary White.
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EAA CHAPTER 958 MEETING
Local EAA Chapter 958
meets every 3rd Saturday of the month at 10:00 am, at Redbird Skyport in the conference room.
Meetings are preceded by the VMC club at 9:00 am in the conference room.
Their next meeting will be October 21.
For more information visit their
website.
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EAA YOUNG EAGLES EVENT
On October 21 kids ages 8-17 will have the opportunity to learn more about careers in aviation, discuss how aircraft fly, take a free ride in a light aircraft by a licensed pilot, plus other incentives for completing the program.
The event is free for the students and $5.00 donation for accompanying adults.
WHEN: Saturday, October 21 10:00 am
WHERE: RedBird Skyport
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FREE POLOS
We had a great response from airport users regarding our
free San Marcos Airport polos. If you haven't had a chance to pick yours up, don't fret! We recently received a new order so we're stocked up.
Pictured is the men's polo which we have in large, x-large, and xx-large. We also have a women's version in small, medium, large, and x-large.
Swing by 4400 Highway 21 Monday-Friday between 8:00am and 5:00pm.
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