[Congressional Record Volume 171, Number 63 (Tuesday, April 8, 2025)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Pages E298-E299]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




    HONORING FORT WORTH MEACHAM INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT ON ITS 100TH 
                              ANNIVERSARY

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                         HON. CRAIG A. GOLDMAN

                                of texas

                    in the house of representatives

                         Tuesday, April 8, 2025

  Mr. GOLDMAN of Texas. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to honor Fort Worth 
Meacham International Airport on its 100th anniversary. Established in 
1914 and acquired by the City of Fort Worth in 1925, this historic 
airfield was named after former Mayor Henry C. Meacham

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in 1927. Meacham Airport was the site of the first airline passenger 
flight out of Texas in 1928 and became home to a regularly scheduled 
airline service in 1929.
  Meacham Airport has played a crucial role in connecting businesses 
and institutions across Fort Worth's expanding landscape. It has served 
as a gateway for both domestic and international travelers seeking 
direct access to Fort Worth's thriving districts. Over the past 
century, Meacham Airport has been a vital airfield for the U.S. Navy 
during World War II and has welcomed notable figures such as Elvis 
Presley and multiple U.S. Presidents. Today, it remains a strategic hub 
near the historic Stockyards, Downtown Fort Worth, and the Texas A&M 
Research Center.
  Continuing its legacy in aviation, Meacham Airport now serves as a 
premier training ground for the next generation of pilots. Through 
established flight schools and specialized maintenance facilities, the 
airport plays a vital role in addressing workforce challenges within 
the aviation industry. Flight training programs such as Delta 
Qualiflight and Rich Aviation inspire future pilots to pursue careers 
in aviation. Additionally, the airport partners with the U.S. Navy 
through the Helicopter Institute to train new helicopter pilots.
  On behalf of the 12th Congressional District of Texas, I am proud to 
recognize Fort Worth Meacham International Airport on this significant 
milestone. Since its inception, the airport has been a cornerstone of 
the City of Fort Worth and continues to evolve to meet the needs of its 
citizens. I look forward to witnessing its continued innovation and 
dedication to advancing aviation in Fort Worth.

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