Corpus Christi International Airport

7 BUSINESS VIEW MAGAZINE VOLUME 9, ISSUE 10 operates a self-serve fuel farm that is almost like the regular gas station you use on the highway. You just pull your plane up and swipe your credit card. We think this will mean an increase in landings as well.” The growth in flights and passengers has been mirrored by the growth of cargo. July was the largest amount of outbound cargo ever shipped from Corpus Christi – 25,000 tons. UPS is even considering bringing in larger planes to the airport – going from a Beechcraft 1900 to a Boeing 757. Inbound cargo is between 90-100,000 tons a month. “It has been going really well,” Smith says, “and the oyster farming community is in discussion with Southwest to create a shipping route for their product.” In essence, almost everything is being upgraded at the airport. This includes adding charging stations, and more comfortable, softer seating The United Corpus Christi Chamber of Commerce is the premier organization working to advance economic prosperity for all business while preserving the region’s diverse cultures. Better. Stronger. Together. www.unitedccchamber.com