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.

“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.

John Williams’ newest L-17

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

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.

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.

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.

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.