Business View Magazine | Volume 8, Issue 6

198 BUSINESS VIEW MAGAZINE VOLUME 8, ISSUE 6 manufactures commercial airline seat systems and ties in well with the regional interest in aviation-related industries. Construction has begun to expand along Interstate 35, meaning an increase in business for the area and the Gainesville Municipal Airport (GLE). The Gainesville Airport is a city-owned establishment that embodies the surrounding city’s enthusiasm for everything aeronautical. It’s located outside the DFW’s Mode C vail that affords corporate and private aircraft the ability to enjoy flight in uncontrolled airspace. The airport’s geographic position also lends itself to being the perfect stop-over spot for cross-country traffic from Florida to California. The airport staff understands the importance of maintaining reasonable fuel pricing and makes every effort to remain competitive. While the area is witnessing tremendous growth, nearby airports are having to confront the issue that they have run out of land. “Most airports in our region are built out, with little to no space for expansion,” says David Vinton, Airport Director at Gainesville Municipal Airport. “Hangar space is becoming a premium.” It’s this need for premium space for aircraft that has spurred on the development of additional hangars. In the last two years, the Gainesville Municipal Airport has had seven box hangars constructed and, currently, a private individual is building 30 T-hangars and two box hangars at GLE. AT A GLANCE GAINESVILLE MUNICIPAL AIRPORT WHAT: General aviation facility serving the needs of North Texas WHERE: Gainesville, Texas, Cooke County WEBSITE: www.mdcharlton.ca