General Information:
Vision Statement
“What we want to be”
To be the best and most well-regarded general aviation airport in the State of Texas, while serving as the gateway to the Hill Country
Mission Statement
“Why we exist”
To achieve new standards of excellence by providing a sustainable first-class facility that promotes air travel, encourages awareness and education of general aviation, and stimulates the economic growth of our community.
Core Values
“What we believe in”
- Safety and Security first
- Growth and Financial Strength
- Innovation with respect to our past
- Community Friendly
Goals
“What we want to achieve”
• A developed airport that is safe, up-to date that also enhances community understanding and maximizes airport utilization.
• Compliance with federal, state, and local laws regulating safety, security, environmental and airport operations.
• A revenue system that is customer/tenant friendly while ensuring the airport is self-sufficient and private development is encouraged.
Strategy/Objectives
“How to achieve it”
- Implement the Airport layout Plan, while continuing to look for improvements and updates.
- Evaluate the airport’s rates and fees with respect to the “Fair Market” values and other similar airports.
- Provide mentorship, advise, and support to local schools and groups to increase enthusiasm in the airport and aviation.
- Apply local procedures, community standards and “best practices” to ensure “day to day” operations are within standards.
Action Plan
“What needs to be done”
- Encourage airport tenants and business involvement with hosting/participating in community events to encourage interest in aviation and the airport.
- Inspire airport tenants and business participation with the local schools to help with the development/expansion of the AOPA high school curriculum.
- Continuous Review and Update of the Airport Rules and Regulations, and Minimum Standards
- Update the “Rates and Fees” document every September (CPI update)
- Update the airport action plan on an annual basis (Every January).
Operational Information
- A public use facility owned and operated by Gillespie County, Texas.
- Terminal building is opened 24 hours per day.
- Two separate parking areas with 80 tiedowns.
- Runway 14/32, Length: 5001’ x 75’, Full length parallel taxiway 35' wide, MIRL&PAPIs
- Weight Bearing: Pavement Classification Number (PCN) of 21/F/C/X/T (The max gross weight -54,400 pounds Single Wheel (SW) and 73,300 pounds Double Wheel)
- CTAF: 122.7, AWOS: 120.0, phone 830-990-2716