Posts Tagged ‘Watsonville Airport’
Are Unreasonable Policies Killing Airports?
On August 13, 2014 the dedication of the rebuilt taxiway at Watsonville Municipal Airport was heralded by a ribbon cutting ceremony. The ribbon cutting was done by Don French, previous Airport Manager.
The rebuilt and repaved taxiway is located west of the north south runway and goes to and from the approach end of runway 9. The finished project culminated 10 years of frustrating delays and red tape caused by the California Fish and Game Department and US Fish and Wildlife Service. (CalPilots Editor’s Note: We have been questioning the role of these government ‘environmental’ agencies for years. They have been over stepping theie role and causing major issues for the very user base they are supposed to serve).
Read MoreOut of This World Family Night at Props Restaurant
WATSONVILLE, Calif. — Have you ever gazed through a telescope to see a Moon crater up close? Now is your chance! On Friday, Oct.11, from 7 p.m. to 10 p.m., Props Restaurant and Lounge at Watsonville Airport (WVI) is hosting Orion Telescopes & Binoculars for a Moon Viewing Party. This family event is geared towards…
Read MoreWatsonville – Section of General Plan Still Unsafe
Watsonville Municipal Airport Plots Path Out of Debt
With the exception of 2008-09, the city-owned airport’s annual operations have been in the black for the past five years, according to Administrative Services Director Ezequiel Vega. But revenue has not been strong enough to close a long-standing multimillion-dollar deficit.
Read MoreWatsonville Airport Runway 8/26 Closure
Watsonville Council Postpones Adoption of General Plan Update
The Watsonville Pilots Association (WPA), the Friends of Buena Vista, and local Sierra Club sued the city after the May 2006 meeting where the council approved the General Plan 2030 despite major opposition.
The issue was over development and encroachment of Watsonville Airport requiring closure of runway 8-26. Not to mention the urban sprawl with the associated environmental problems it would have created. Read MoreWatsonville – Props Takes Off as Airport Restaurant
The new restaurant is going gangbusters without so much as announcing its opening.
Take off time for youngsters at Watsonville Municipal Airport
The flight of a lifetime: Take off time for youngsters at Watsonville Municipal Airport
Read MoreDay in the Sky – Watsonville Airport April 28, 2012
When: Saturday, April 28th 2012 Why? Founded on the belief that recreation, fun, challenge and access to the outdoors are an essential part of a healthy and fulfilling life, Shared Adventures is a non-profit organization dedicated to improving the quality of life of people living with disabilities.
Read MoreDay in the Sky – Watsonville Airport April 28, 2012
When: Saturday, April 28th 2012 Why? Founded on the belief that recreation, fun, challenge and access to the outdoors are an essential part of a healthy and fulfilling life, Shared Adventures is a non-profit organization dedicated to improving the quality of life of people living with disabilities.
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