FAA INFORMATION EFFECTIVE 26 DECEMBER 2024
Location
| FAA Identifier: | HOU |
| Lat/Long: | 29-38-44.8794N 095-16-38.0337W
29-38.747990N 095-16.633895W
29.6457998,-95.2772316
(estimated) |
| Elevation: | 46.3 ft. / 14.1 m (surveyed) |
| Variation: | 03E (2015) |
| From city: | 8 miles SE of HOUSTON, TX |
| Time zone: | UTC -6 (UTC -5 during Daylight Saving Time) |
| Zip code: | 77061 |
Airport Operations
| Airport use: | Open to the public |
| Activation date: | 01/1939 |
| Control tower: | yes |
| ARTCC: | HOUSTON CENTER |
| FSS: | MONTGOMERY COUNTY FLIGHT SERVICE STATION |
| NOTAMs facility: | HOU (NOTAM-D service available) |
| Attendance: | CONTINUOUS |
| Wind indicator: | yes |
| Segmented circle: | no |
| Lights: | SS-SR |
| Beacon: | white-green (lighted land airport)
Operates sunset to sunrise. |
| Fire and rescue: | ARFF index C |
| International operations: | customs landing rights airport |
Airport Communications
| UNICOM: | 122.95 |
| WX ASOS: | PHONE 713-847-1462 |
| HOBBY GROUND: | 121.9 |
| HOBBY TOWER: | 118.7 256.9 |
| HOUSTON APPROACH: | 119.175 119.625 120.05 ;EAST 124.35 ;WEST 134.45 ;SOUTH |
| HOUSTON DEPARTURE: | 119.7 ;NORTH 123.8 ;WEST 134.45 ;SOUTH |
| CLEARANCE DELIVERY: | 125.45 |
| PRE-TAXI CLEARANCE: | 125.45 |
| ALEXANDRIA DP: | 132.25 |
| BAYYY STAR: | 119.625 |
| BELLR STAR: | 119.175 |
| BLTWY RNAV DP: | 132.25 |
| CESAN STAR: | 121.3 |
| CLASS B: | 119.7 ;NORTH 123.8 ;WEST 127.125 ;EAST 134.45 ;SOUTH |
| CRIED DP: | 132.25 |
| D-ATIS: | 124.6 |
| EL DORADO DP: | 132.25 |
| ELOCO RNAV DP: | 127.125 |
| EMERG: | 121.5 243.0 |
| FINAL: | 119.1 |
| GIFFA DP: | 132.25 |
| HOODO RNAV DP: | 127.125 |
| HUDZY STAR: | 120.05 |
| IC: | 120.05 ;EAST 124.35 ;WEST |
| INDIE DP: | 132.25 |
| INDUSTRY DP: | 126.675 |
| KIDDZ STAR: | 119.175 |
| LEONA DP: | 132.25 |
| LUFKIN DP: | 132.25 |
| LURIC RNAV DP: | 132.25 |
| OHIIO STAR: | 120.05 |
| PALACIOS DP: | 127.125 |
| PEECE RNAV DP: | 127.125 |
| PTRON RNAV DP: | 127.125 |
| PUCKS STAR: | 119.625 |
| RETYR DP: | 126.675 |
| SNDAY RNAV STAR: | 124.225 |
| STRYA RNAV DP: | 132.25 |
| STYCK RNAV DP: | 132.25 |
| TKNIQ STAR: | 119.625 |
| TRUAX DP: | 127.125 |
| TSHIRT STAR: | 119.175 |
| TSHRT STAR: | 119.175 |
| WAPPL STAR: | 120.05 |
| WYLSN RNAV DP: | 132.25 |
| WX AWOS-3 at EFD (7 nm E): | 135.575 (713-847-4430) |
| WX ASOS at LVJ (8 nm S): | 118.525 (281-992-1853) |
| WX AWOS-3PT at T41 (11 nm E): | 120.275 (281-471-2206) |
| WX AWOS-3 at AXH (13 nm SW): | 123.625 (281-431-6572) |
| WX ASOS at SGR (20 nm W): | 118.125 (281-242-7605) |
- ASDE-X IN USE. OPERATE TRANSPONDERS WITH ALTITUDE REPORTING MODE AND ADS-B (IF EQUIPPED) ENABLED ON ALL AIRPORT SURFACES.
Nearby radio navigation aids
| VOR radial/distance | | VOR name | | Freq | | Var |
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| IAHr164/19.0 | | HUMBLE VORTAC | | 116.60 | | 05E |
| MHFr275/28.3 | | TRINITY VOR/DME | | 114.75 | | 07E |
| VUHr311/31.1 | | SCHOLES VOR/DME | | 113.00 | | 06E |
Airport Services
| Fuel available: | 100LL JET-A JET-A1 |
| Parking: | hangars and tiedowns |
| Airframe service: | MINOR |
| Powerplant service: | MINOR |
| Bottled oxygen: | HIGH/LOW |
| Bulk oxygen: | HIGH/LOW |
Runway Information
Runway 4/22
| Dimensions: | 7602 x 150 ft. / 2317 x 46 m |
| Surface: | concrete/grooved, in good condition |
| Weight bearing capacity: | | PCN 59 /R/B/W/T | | Single wheel: | 75.0 | | Double wheel: | 200.0 | | Double tandem: | 400.0 |
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| Runway edge lights: | high intensity |
| RUNWAY 4 | | RUNWAY 22 |
| Latitude: | 29-38.346593N | | 29-39.249488N |
| Longitude: | 095-17.119327W | | 095-16.122732W |
| Elevation: | 42.0 ft. | | 38.9 ft. |
| Traffic pattern: | left | | left |
| Runway heading: | 041 magnetic, 044 true | | 221 magnetic, 224 true |
| Declared distances: | TORA:7602 TODA:7602 ASDA:7602 LDA:7602 | | TORA:7602 TODA:7602 ASDA:7602 LDA:7602 |
| Markings: | precision, in good condition | | precision, in good condition |
| Visual slope indicator: | 4-light PAPI on right (3.00 degrees glide path) | | 4-light PAPI on left (3.00 degrees glide path) |
| RVR equipment: | touchdown, midfield, rollout | | touchdown, midfield, rollout |
| Approach lights: | ALSF2: standard 2,400 foot high intensity approach lighting system with centerline sequenced flashers (category II or III) | | MALS: 1,400 foot medium intensity approach lighting system |
| Centerline lights: | yes | | yes |
| Touchdown point: | yes, lighted | | yes, no lights |
| Instrument approach: | ILS/DME | | LOC/DME |
| Obstructions: | none | | 125 ft. pole, 4400 ft. from runway, 1000 ft. left of centerline, 33:1 slope to clear |
Runway 13R/31L
| Dimensions: | 7602 x 150 ft. / 2317 x 46 m |
| Surface: | asphalt/grooved, in good condition |
| Weight bearing capacity: | | PCN 70 /R/C/W/T | | Single wheel: | 75.0 | | Double wheel: | 195.0 | | Double tandem: | 220.0 |
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| Runway edge lights: | high intensity |
| RUNWAY 13R | | RUNWAY 31L |
| Latitude: | 29-39.056070N | | 29-38.185430N |
| Longitude: | 095-17.130652W | | 095-16.097072W |
| Elevation: | 44.6 ft. | | 41.5 ft. |
| Traffic pattern: | left | | left |
| Runway heading: | 131 magnetic, 134 true | | 311 magnetic, 314 true |
| Displaced threshold: | 1034 ft. | | no |
| Declared distances: | TORA:7602 TODA:7602 ASDA:7602 LDA:6568 | | TORA:7602 TODA:7602 ASDA:7602 LDA:7602 |
| Markings: | precision, in good condition | | precision, in good condition |
| Visual slope indicator: | 4-light PAPI on right (3.00 degrees glide path) | | 4-light PAPI on left (3.00 degrees glide path) |
| RVR equipment: | touchdown | | touchdown |
| Approach lights: | MALSR: 1,400 foot medium intensity approach lighting system with runway alignment indicator lights | | |
| Runway end identifier lights: | | | yes |
| Centerline lights: | yes | | yes |
| Touchdown point: | yes, lighted | | yes, lighted |
| Instrument approach: | ILS/DME | | ILS/DME |
| Obstructions: | 37 ft. pole, 310 ft. from runway, 500 ft. right of centerline, 2:1 slope to clear
APCH RATIO 36:1 TO DSPLCD THR. | | 13 ft. road, 200 ft. from runway, 500 ft. right of centerline |
Runway 13L/31R
| Dimensions: | 5148 x 100 ft. / 1569 x 30 m |
| Surface: | concrete/grooved, in fair condition |
| Weight bearing capacity: | | PCN 12 /R/B/W/T | | Single wheel: | 30.0 | | Double wheel: | 45.0 | | Double tandem: | 80.0 |
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| Runway edge lights: | medium intensity |
| RUNWAY 13L | | RUNWAY 31R |
| Latitude: | 29-39.156433N | | 29-38.566938N |
| Longitude: | 095-17.032272W | | 095-16.332160W |
| Elevation: | 44.9 ft. | | 39.6 ft. |
| Traffic pattern: | left | | left |
| Runway heading: | 131 magnetic, 134 true | | 311 magnetic, 314 true |
| Declared distances: | TORA:5148 TODA:5148 ASDA:5148 LDA:5148 | | TORA:5148 TODA:5148 ASDA:5148 LDA:5148 |
| Markings: | basic, in good condition | | basic, in good condition |
| Visual slope indicator: | 4-light PAPI on left (3.00 degrees glide path) | | |
| Touchdown point: | yes, no lights | | yes, no lights |
Airport Ownership and Management from official FAA records
| Ownership: | Publicly-owned |
| Owner: | CITY OF HOUSTON
16930 JF KENNEDY BLVD
HOUSTON, TX 77032
Phone 281-233-3000 |
| Manager: | STEVE RUNGE
PO BOX 60106
HOUSTON, TX 77205
Phone 713-845-6555 |
Additional Remarks
| - | NMRS BIRDS ON AND IN VCNTY OF ARPT. |
| - | CUST RAMP HAS MULT OBSTNS; LARGE ACFT WILL BE ASGND AN ALTN AREA BY ATCT. |
| - | ARPT CLSD TO ACFT WITH WING SPAN OVER 125 FT EXCP 24 HRS PPR CALL OPNS 713-417-5710. |
| - | PILOTS/CREW SHOULD BE AWARE OF DEP TURNS IN EXCESS OF 180 DEGS. READ BACK OF DRCTN OF TURNS IS HIGHLY ENCOURAGED. |
| - | TWY G CNTRLN TO PARKED ACFT ON WEST SIDE ONLY 68 FT. TWY G CNTRLN TO EDGE OF ADJ SVC VEHICLE ROAD ON WEST SIDE ONLY 48 FT. |
| - | DUE TO COMPLEX RWY CONFIGN; WHEN TAX TO THRS 13L & 13R CHECK COMPASS HDG BFR DEPARTING. |
| - | ACFT SOUTHBOUND ON TWY C TO RWY 31L THR USE EXTREME CARE; TWY C MAKES A 45 DEG DOGLEG TO THE LEFT XNG TWY K. |
| - | ACFT IN TKOF PTN ON RWY 22 BE ALERT FOR POSS RADIO INTFC OR NULL ON FREQ 118.7. USE UPPER ANT IF SO EQUIPPED. |
Instrument Procedures
NOTE: All procedures below are presented as PDF files. If you need a reader for these files, you should download the free Adobe Reader.NOT FOR NAVIGATION. Please procure official charts for flight.
FAA instrument procedures published for use from 26 December 2024 at 0901Z to 23 January 2025 at 0900z.
STARs - Standard Terminal Arrivals |
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| BAYYY FIVE (RNAV) | |
2 pages:
[1] [2] (427KB) |
| BELLR SIX (RNAV) | |
download (363KB) |
| CESAN FOUR (RNAV) | |
2 pages:
[1] [2] (404KB) |
| HUDZY FOUR | |
2 pages:
[1] [2] (306KB) |
| KIDDZ FIVE (RNAV) | |
2 pages:
[1] [2] (562KB) |
| OHIIO FOUR | |
download (266KB) |
| PUCKS FOUR (RNAV) | |
2 pages:
[1] [2] (443KB) |
| SNDAY ONE (RNAV) | |
download (233KB) |
| TKNIQ THREE (RNAV) | |
2 pages:
[1] [2] (330KB) |
| TSHRT TWO | |
2 pages:
[1] [2] (340KB) |
| WAPPL SIX (RNAV) | |
2 pages:
[1] [2] (380KB) |
| WAPPL SIX (RNAV), CONT.2 | |
download (282KB) |
IAPs - Instrument Approach Procedures |
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| ILS OR LOC RWY 04 | |
download (278KB) |
| ILS OR LOC RWY 13R | |
download (250KB) |
| ILS OR LOC RWY 31L | |
download (262KB) |
| ILS RWY 04 (SA CAT I) | |
download (258KB) |
| ILS RWY 04 (CAT II - III) | |
download (264KB) |
| RNAV (GPS) RWY 04 | |
download (227KB) |
| RNAV (GPS) RWY 13R | |
download (246KB) |
| RNAV (GPS) RWY 22 | |
download (247KB) |
| RNAV (GPS) RWY 31L | |
download (244KB) |
| LOC RWY 22 | |
download (255KB) |
| NOTE: Special Alternate Minimums apply | |
download (140KB) |
Departure Procedures |
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| ALEXANDRIA THREE | |
2 pages:
[1] [2] (340KB) |
| BLTWY SEVEN (RNAV) | |
download (187KB) |
| CRIED ONE | |
2 pages:
[1] [2] (244KB) |
| EL DORADO ONE | |
2 pages:
[1] [2] (255KB) |
| ELOCO SIX (RNAV) | |
download (196KB) |
| GIFFA ONE | |
download (184KB) |
| HOODO SEVEN (RNAV) | |
download (229KB) |
| INDIE EIGHT (RNAV) | |
download (214KB) |
| INDUSTRY ONE | |
2 pages:
[1] [2] (380KB) |
| LEONA FOUR | |
2 pages:
[1] [2] (353KB) |
| LUFKIN THREE | |
2 pages:
[1] [2] (258KB) |
| LURIC EIGHT (RNAV) | |
download (237KB) |
| PALACIOS THREE | |
2 pages:
[1] [2] (312KB) |
| PEECE SIX (RNAV) | |
2 pages:
[1] [2] (282KB) |
| PTRON NINE (RNAV) | |
2 pages:
[1] [2] (311KB) |
| RETYR EIGHT (RNAV) | |
2 pages:
[1] [2] (324KB) |
| STRYA EIGHT (RNAV) | |
download (225KB) |
| STYCK EIGHT (RNAV) | |
download (212KB) |
| WYLSN EIGHT (RNAV) | |
download (201KB) |
| NOTE: Special Take-Off Minimums/Departure Procedures apply | |
download (208KB) |
Other nearby airports with instrument procedures:
KEFD - Ellington Airport (7 nm E)
KLVJ - Pearland Regional Airport (8 nm S)
T41 - La Porte Municipal Airport (11 nm E)
KAXH - Houston Southwest Airport (13 nm SW)
KHPY - Baytown Airport (19 nm NE)
KSGR - Sugar Land Regional Airport (20 nm W)
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| Aerial photo |
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Photo by Taylor Hinson
Photo taken 12-Apr-2011
looking west.
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CAUTION: Diagram may not be current
Download PDF
of official airport diagram from the FAA
| Airport distance calculator |
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Times for 29-Dec-2024
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| Morning civil twilight | | 06:51 | | 12:51 |
| Sunrise | | 07:17 | | 13:17 |
| Sunset | | 17:31 | | 23:31 |
| Evening civil twilight | | 17:57 | | 23:57 |
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| Current date and time |
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| Zulu (UTC) | 29-Dec-2024 11:00:34 |
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| Local (UTC-6) | 29-Dec-2024 05:00:34 |
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| METAR |
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| KHOU | 291053Z 00000KT 7SM FEW010 12/12 A2993 RMK AO2 SLP141 T01170117 $
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KEFD
6nm SE | 291054Z 00000KT 5SM BR CLR 11/11 A2993
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KLVJ
8nm S | 291053Z AUTO 00000KT 6SM BR CLR 12/12 A2995 RMK AO2 SLP141 T01170117
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KT41
11nm E | 291035Z AUTO 02003KT 1/4SM -RA FG OVC006 10/10 A2995 RMK AO2 T01030102
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KAXH
13nm SW | 291035Z AUTO 00000KT 1/2SM FG OVC003 09/08 A2995 RMK AO2 T00890082
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KSGR
20nm W | 291053Z AUTO 23003KT 1/4SM FG VV002 12/12 A2993 RMK AO2 SLP136 T01220117
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| KHOU | 290901Z 2909/3006 00000KT P6SM SKC FM291200 VRB04KT 2SM BR BKN004 BKN010 FM291400 VRB03KT 4SM BR BKN006 FM291500 VRB04KT P6SM SCT060
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KEFD
6nm SE | 290400Z 2904/3010 VRB06KT 9999 SKC 510203 QNH2983INS BECMG 2913/2914 VRB06KT 8000 BR OVC004 QNH2997INS BECMG 2918/2919 VRB06KT 9999 NSW BKN010 QNH2990INS TX17/2922Z TN13/3004Z
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KSGR
20nm W | 290901Z 2909/3006 00000KT 1/2SM FG VV004 FM291200 VRB03KT 3/4SM BR BKN004 BKN010 FM291500 VRB03KT 2SM BR SCT008 FM291800 00000KT P6SM SCT090
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FBO, Fuel Providers, and Aircraft Ground Support |
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ASRI 131.25
713-649-8700
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Voted #1 Best Small FBO Chain for the 15th time by the Pro Pilot's PRASE Survey, Wilson Air Center continues to be recognized for unparalleled service and attention to detail. Wilson Air Center has locations in Memphis, Charlotte, Houston, and Chattanooga. With professional, hotel-style concierge service to make sure every detail is taken care of and every expectation exceeded, you'll notice the difference at Wilson Air Center. WAC-HOU is open 24/7 and ready to take care of all your FBO needs!
Experience Houston Hospitality at our newly renovated lobby! Come see why we are "The Plane Best!"
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ASRI 131.90
713-640-4000
toll-free 888-589-9059
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Million Air has been ranked #1 in Top FBO Chain every year since 2012 and ranked in the Top 50 US FBO's. Our professionalism and customer service is UNPARALLELED! All major FUEL programs ACCEPTED!
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ASRI 131.975
713-358-9100
[web site]
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Our fully equipped and newly remodeled Houston FBO offers domestic and international handling, catering, aircraft cleaning and refueling, and comfortable, private amenities for passengers and crew. The facility is part of a global company with some 50 locations and a network of 29 IS-BAH Stage 2 registered FBO's; it is also part of the Air Elite Network. Our newly upgraded Executive terminal offers everything our customer needs, under one roof.
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ASRI 130.75
713-644-6431
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Atlantic Aviation is your premier aviation service provider with more than 100 locations in North America, including Hawaii and the Caribbean. We provide standard ground services you'd expect, with a detailed focus on ensuring an unforgettable customer experience.
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ASRI 130.50
713-782-7878
[web site]
[email]
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The newest FBO in the world (and the Galaxy!) Visit us at KHOU, with our low fuel price, brand-new high-end facility and top-notch customer service. At Galaxy FBO, we strive to meet and exceed your expectations, continuously working on ways to improve your experience.
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ASRI 130.575
713-353-5300
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Fun in the Bayou City is easy to find. Houston's downtown has been revitalized with numerous clubs, professional sports facilities and musical entertainment that has helped bring nightlife back to downtown. And that's in addition to the rest of the City's attractions, shopping and restaurants to fit all budgets. The Port of Houston, one of the region's greatest assets, ranks as the nation's largest port in international tonnage and second in total tonnage.
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| | 100LL | Jet A | SAF | | FS | | $6.85 | | $6.81 | | $10.11 | | Updated 29-Dec-2024 |
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Alternatives at nearby airports
IMPORTANT: Note that the FBOs below are NOT at KHOU but at other nearby airports. Do not expect services from these FBOs to be available at KHOU. |
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UNICOM 122.975
toll-free 866-936-2626
281-945-5000
[web site]
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At KTME (Houston Executive Airport), 34 miles WNW
TOWER 126.975 Uniquely positioned as a gateway to Houston and the Energy Corridor, Houston Executive Airport is the newest business aviation airport in the Country.
Come and experience exceptional customer service.
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UNICOM 122.95
281-275-2400
toll-free 866-435-9747
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At KSGR (Sugar Land Regional Airport), 20 miles W
Sugar Land Regional Airport is the destination of choice for the business traveler in the Houston area. GlobalSelect provides excellent customer service, and is your luxury gateway to Houston.
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UNICOM 122.95
281-376-5436
toll-free 800-624-7394
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At KDWH (David Wayne Hooks Memorial Airport), 29 miles NNW
At Gill Aviation, our promise is to be your trusted source in Houston by delivering reliable flight support and an excellent customer value. We can assist with all of your concierge needs including courtesy cars, hotel reservations and catering arrangements. We are driven by our ability to listen and respond in a timely manner with attention to detail. With over 200 hangars on field, we have room for your aircraft and volume discounts are available. Be sure to check out our on-site restaurant, Aviator's Grill, and enjoy the famous bacon cheeseburger or one of the many other signature entrees.
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| Located at KDWH |  | | 100LL | Jet A | | FS | | $6.00 | | $5.10 | | SS | | $5.50 | | --- | | GUARANTEED | | MEMBERS
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281-565-9700
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Western Airways is a Part 145 Repair Station providing routine maintenance, emergency repairs and annual/phase inspections for pistons, turboprops and jets. Western has a full-service Avionics Department performing upgrades, repairs and ADS-B and Wi-Fi installations. AOG mobile service available.
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| Houston Aeronautical Heritage Society |
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713-454-1940
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| METRO bus # 41, 50, 73, 88, 143 |
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