Texarkana Regional Airport

small cargo operation out of this Airport, as well.” Mellinger says that he is very optimistic about the Airport’s future. Passenger traffic has been increasing yearly and he sees definite improvement since the dark days after 9/11. There is space to expand both inside and outside the fence to lengthen the main runway, as well as for additional development if and when needed. “I think we could potentially have a lot of economic growth here; it’s a great location for a maintenance operation or some type of air cargo operation; it’s also a great general aviation facility,” he states. “Our FBO, TAC Air, has been here for many years, providing fuel and aircraft rental for the general aviation pilots. Right adjacent to the property is an industrial park with quite a few different industries and also space to add more. Then, of course, we have our new building coming on line and that’s going to be a big plus for this Airport as far as commercial air service is concerned. And we’re always looking for additional airlines and additional routes. So the main thing would be our potential.” PREFERRED VENDOR n TexAmericas Center www.texamericascenter.com