Perry-Houston County Airport

A flock of diamond stars that passed through on their way to their new homes filled up our ramp quite nicely.

What are your thoughts on the jet fueled diamonds?

*also, don't forget to check out our website for the upcoming Fly-in and BBQ on the 26th

We are so proud to be offering up our grounds for the Perry Chamber of Commerce to host such an event as the BBQ, Brews & Blues . Come and join the festivities with us! We look forward to those who come on ground but also have plenty of ramp space for those wanting to fly in!

🔥 Calling all BBQ enthusiasts! 🔥
The inaugural BBQ, Brews, and Blues event is just 1 month away, and we still have space available for BBQ teams!

🏆 Total Payout of $7550! 🏆
Prizes include:
Grand Champion
Reserve Grand Champion
Placement for 1st-10th in Pork Loin, Pulled Pork, and Ribs

This is a sanctioned Georgia BBQ Association event, hosted by the Perry Area Chamber of Commerce and Perry-Houston County Airport. Don't miss your chance to compete and showcase your skills!

Secure your BBQ team spot today! 🍖🍻🎵
https://www.cognitoforms.com/PerryChamberOfCommerce/BBQBrewsBluesGBAApplication

Bill Lavender, the founder of AgAir Update, an international agricultural aviation publication that has been based at the Perry-Houston County Airport since 1996, has been nominated for induction into the Georgia Aviation Hall of Fame. In addition to basing his business on the airport, Bill learned to fly at PXE in the early 1970s. Read his bio and vote today!

Bill Lavender Nominated as a 2024 Georgia Aviation Hall of Fame Candidate | AgAir Update AgAir Update Founder Bill Lavender was nominated Thursday, August 10th, 2024, as one of ten candidates put forward to be inducted into the Georgia Aviation Hall of Fame. Each candidate for the Georgia Aviation Hall of Fame is nominated based on their "outstanding and lasting contributions t ...

https://www.commerce.senate.gov/2023/6/cantwell-cruz-duckworth-moran-introduce-bipartisan-faa-reauthorization
If you are interested in the future of aviation, you need to actively support this bill currently in Congress. Click on the link above to read a synopsis of the bill.
And a word to the wise - a handwritten or typed letter is much more effective than an email or form letter.

Cantwell, Cruz, Duckworth, Moran Introduce Bipartisan FAA Reauthorization U.S. Senator Maria Cantwell (D-Wash.), Chair of the Senate Committee on Commerce, Science and Transportation, Ranking Member Ted Cruz (R-Texas), Aviation Subcommittee Chair Tammy Duckworth (D-Ill.) and Subcommittee Ranking Member Jerry Moran (R-Kan.) introduced the Federal Aviation Administration (F...

Wonder of wonders!! We have an available open-T (shade) hangar for immediate occupancy. If you have an airworthy airplane and it is in flying condition, and you want a place to keep it out of the sun, give us a call. Open-T hangars are $115 per month in advance. First-come, first-served on this one.

PXE visitor: Southern Company's Sikorsky S-76C stopped in for some R&R and fuel. Come back anytime, guys....

PXE and EAA 38 is having a joint meeting at the Corporate Hangar on Saturday, September 24. EAA 38 is hosting a Taco Lunch (cost $5) from 1130 to 1300. The PXE Air Force Safety Seminar will begin at 1300. Topics include collision avoidance, non-towered airport operations, AF flight profiles, Robins AFB space management and runway incursions. Discussions will be led by personnel from the RAFB tower, J-STARS, RAFB Flight Safety and United Airlines. PXE is offering a 25-cent/gallon discount for aircraft flying in for the meeting. Be sure to mention the discount to the line person.

"Century of Flight" commemorative Cirrus SR22 dropped by for fuel and a bit of R&R.