MAAF Museum is right on schedule

Posted on February 4, 2016 by Greg Gutting

The grand opening for the public is scheduled for Saturday, Feb 6 from 9:00 am until 3:00 pm.  While there is still a lot to do (volunteers are still needed folks), ramrod Brent Collins is confident that everything will be ready.  Come out and see the newest museum in the Permian Basin.  The exhibits shown below are just a sample of what you will see.  Don’t forget, all of our war birds are here and on display as well.

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"The Blue Box" flight trainer

“The Blue Box” flight trainer

507th display

507th display

Brent Collins puts some finishing touches on the communications tent.

Brent Collins puts some finishing touches on the communications tent.

The HSW has increased its model aircraft inventory.

The HSW has increased its model aircraft inventory.

To honor the WASP heroes.

To honor the WASP heroes.

Bombardier training officer's desk

Bombardier training officer’s desk

The Home Front exhibit is ready to go.

The Home Front exhibit is ready to go.

 

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MAAF MUSEUM GRAND OPENING!

Posted on February 1, 2016 by Gena Linebarger

Please join us for the GRAND OPENING!

MIDLAND ARMY AIR FIELD MUSEUM

February 6, 2016     9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.

Enter through the Memorial Garden gate and proceed to the hangar.

Refreshments served.

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Work is Progressing on the MAAF Museum

Posted on January 23, 2016 by Greg Gutting

A lot is being accomplished in the main hangar in preparation for the grand opening of the Midland Army Air Field Museum, scheduled for Saturday, Feb 6th at 9:00 am.  There is a significant amount of work yet to do, so please come out and help on Tues or Thurs evenings or Saturday mornings.

All members are encouraged to attend the grand opening.  Please wear an appropriate High Sky Wing uniform.

The devil's in the details. Paul Cooper (L) and Bill Coombes work on getting the Link trainer ship-shape in time for the MAAF Museum opening.

The devil’s in the details. Paul Cooper (L) and Bill Coombes work on getting the Link trainer ship-shape in time for the MAAF Museum opening.

Mark Haskin makes some final adjustments on the glider.

Mark Haskin makes some final adjustments on the glider.

"The glider is hung from the ceiling with care" (with apologies to Clement Clarke Moore). Thanks to all of you who continue to perform amazing tasks for the High Sky Wing.

“The glider is hung from the ceiling with care” (with apologies to Clement Clarke Moore). Thanks to all of you who continue to perform amazing tasks for the High Sky Wing.

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John Williams–A Man with an Air Force?

Posted on January 23, 2016 by Greg Gutting

John ( and Sandy) Williams is now the proud owner of two L-17’s. Congratulations.  We all look forward to seeing them flying in formation at many events.

John Williams' newest L-17

John Williams’ newest L-17

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John and Sandy Williams, newlyweds in front of their most recent purchase. Congratulations!

John and Sandy Williams, newlyweds, in front of their most recent purchase. Congratulations!

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2016 Awards Banquet

Posted on January 11, 2016 by Greg Gutting
Gena Linebarger presents the 2015 Colonel of the Year award to Ralph Gillette

Gena Linebarger presents the 2015 Colonel of the Year award to Ralph Gillette

Wing Leader Gena Linebarger presents the Spirit of the Eagle Award to the family of Daniel Rathbun, who was unable to attend the banquet.

Wing Leader Gena Linebarger presents the Spirit of the Eagle Award to the family of Daniel Rathbun, who was unable to attend the banquet.

More than sixty members and guests turned out for the 2016 Awards Banquet, catered this year by G&G Roughneck Services. You may remember that this family bought our cook trailer to start their catering business, and they put out some "mighty fine grub".

More than sixty members and guests turned out for the 2016 Awards Banquet, catered this year by G&G Roughneck Services. You may remember that this family bought our cook trailer to start their catering business, and they put out some “mighty fine grub”.

John Williams (L) and Bob Keating enjoy a laugh at the banquet.

John Williams (L) and Bob Keating enjoy a laugh at the banquet.

Gena Linebarger, Wing Leader, presents her 2016 Staff. (L to R) Brent Collins, adjutant; Steve Bolin, finance; Ryan Linebarger, Safety; Michael Clinton, maintenance; Steve Clinton, operations

Gena Linebarger, Wing Leader, presents her 2016 Staff. (L to R) Brent Collins, adjutant; Steve Bolin, finance; Ryan Linebarger, safety; Michael Clinton, maintenance; Steve Clinton, operations

Steve Bolin, Finance Officer, explained the State of the Wing finances, emphasizing what a successful year we had.

Steve Bolin, Finance Officer, explained the State of the Wing finances, emphasizing what a successful year we had.

Adjutant Brent Collins (L), and Maintenance Officer Michael Clinton brief the guests about the progress of the Midland Army Air Field Museum, scheduled for a grand opening to the public on Feb 6.

Adjutant Brent Collins (L), and Maintenance Officer Michael Clinton brief the guests about the progress of the Midland Army Air Field Museum, scheduled for a grand opening to the public on Feb 6.

Buddy Cooksey addresses the membership proposing a new touring rides program that will fit in with our planned Ghost of West Texas tour.

Buddy Cooksey addresses the membership, proposing a new touring rides program that will fit in with our planned Ghost of West Texas tour.

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