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“BLUE E.A.G.L.E” SAN ANTONIO POLICE HELICOPTER DETAIL PRESENTS THE 15TH ANNUAL “SAFER SKIES OVER SAN ANTONIO” SAFETY BRIEFING THURSDAY APRIL 11th, 2013 7:45AM TO 2:00PM The San Antonio Police Helicopter Unit cordially invites you to a presentation on safe air operations in and around the San Antonio area. Once again special emphasis will be placed on air safety in...
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So, we are sitting at the all new cafe at Stinson and it appears that the cafe is going to be a real hit. The pace is packed and I can personally attest that the gumbo is very good. Check back later for a more complete update!
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San Antonio Tower letter to Airmen Notice Number: NOTC2462 DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION FEDERAL AVIATION ADMINISTRATION AIRPORT TRAFFIC CONTROL TOWER SAN ANTONIO INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT SAN ANTONIO , TEXAS ISSUED: August 4, 2010 ...
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On Monday, there was a press conference at Stinson where US Representative Ciro Rodriguez announced a $1.2 million earmark for airport improvements. Click the link below to see the video on the Stinson Municipal Airport Facebook fan page.
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Today you should see a T-6 Texan trainer from WWII and a U-11 as well giving rides to the ACE Camp students. If you see the group, be sure to thank Calvin Allen and Tony Bass for their efforts to be a blessing to the community through this program. The editor is a ‘99 graduate...
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Effective June 30, 2010, air traffic controllers will no longer use the term “taxi to” when authorizing aircraft to taxi to an assigned takeoff runway. With the change, controllers must issue explicit clearances to pilots crossing any runway (active/inactive or closed) along the taxi route. In addition, pilots crossing multiple runways must be past...
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It has come to our attention that the FCC (Federal Communications Commission) has pushed through some rulemaking that may make operations with older non 406 Mhz (121.5) ELTs illegal in the near future – perhaps as soon as 60 days. What is not clear is how this will be implemented from the FAA point...
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Saturday’s Fly-in was dampened a bit by low ceilings in the morning, but we had two vintage Stinson aircraft on the ramp, and the Mooney crowd supported us nicely with at least six Mooneys making an appearance. We’re looking forward to our next fly-in this fall. Stay tuned for more information!
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On May 1, 2010 several tenants of Stinson Municipal Airport are heading up a Fly-in. All pilots are welcome to show up at Stinson between 9:00 AM and 1:00 PM this Saturday for this fun event! While you are at Stinson, be sure to check out the specials at the Airport Cafe, attend the Stinson...
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This week marks the first major national event since the re-opening of runway 9-27 here at Stinson after the runway was lengthened to 5002 feet. The last time the Final Four basketball tournament took  place in San Antonio the ramp at Stinson got pretty full with transient aircraft. Students and instructors should be on...
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