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From Bonanza Bill Hoglan
on 30-Jan-2012 |
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Just another quick visit to the beach for the afternoon from central Texas, via Bonanza. Bus service was excellent and on schedule. Lunch at Avery’s, Allister and Cutoff Road, for a change, home style cooking. A little windy and cool on the beach so we visited the bird watch area by bus. Did not use the fuel facility this time so I cannot comment on the price or keypad. Parked in front of the Terminal building. Had no problem with the Terminal door lock or facilities. They do have a soda machine in there now. There is a water cooler next to it. Always a great destination for any amount of time. Thank you Port Aransas for this airport.
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From Omeed Alaverdi
on 02-Dec-2011 |
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This is a good alternate to Corpus Christi airport. We stayed here over the Thanksgiving holiday. The self service pump and "self serve" pilot facilities worked well. The fuel price is reasonable and there is no tie down fees. I was prepared and brought my own tie down rope!
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From Bob & Dusti Jones N154K. N626NR
on 06-Nov-2011 |
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A jewel of an airport. Very nice broad drive-on beach within walk distance. Trolley stops hourly with 25 cent ride to small pleasant resort town. Watch interesting Parade of variety of oil service vessels thru Aransas Pass from seafood restaurants. Lots of fishing opportunity. St Park with electric & water or dry camp on beach 10 miles away. Charming airport manager Randy excellent local info source. Expect airport expansion, Fly up the unpopulated beach see multiple wrecks including big old rusty shrimper. So much to offer here. We fly in annually from Fl Keys.
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From Chris Davis
on 03-Sep-2011 |
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Flew in today, the # key on the FBO door was sticking causing the code (CTAF) not to be accepted for several tries. Not too hot on the beach. For those complaining about the trolley, you have to flag it down. It won't stop unless you are aggressive but is usually empty. For 25 cents I'm not complaining.Response from Randy Hansen, Airport Manager, City of Port Aransas
The trolley currently stops at the airport terminal building at 48 minutes past the hour, every hour beginning at 10:48 a.m. and ending at 5:30 p.m. every day.
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From E.D. Atkins
on 21-Jul-2011 |
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I can attest that no one in town knows anything about the trolley. All we ever saw were the trolley's taillights. That said, our family of five literally stepped foot on the roadway in front of the airport (watching the taillights fade in the distance) and a kind local offered a ride to our hotel..3 miles away in the middle of the "action" in Port Aransas. Great food at Fins on the water. Everything is walkable. Arrived early at the trolley stop next morning just to see those tail lights again fade in the distance. Literally 10 seconds later a kind local offered ride to airport. This place is fun, convenient and totally cool.
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From Stuart Taylor
on 09-May-2011 |
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From my partner who visited LRAS last weekend: "The trolley was a disappointment. We were in the 'terminal' passing time about 10 minutes before the trolley was scheduled to come. We were about to head outside to wait for when we saw it driving away. It never even stopped."
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From Dennis Taylor
on 23-Apr-2011 |
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Flew the family down to Mustang Beach for vacation. Airport was nice and clean, trolley was convenient. Everyone was real friendly in Port A. Make sure you get a trolley schedule before you go.
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From K. Chrastka
on 12-Apr-2011 |
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Flew in April 9th for a weekend stay. The new ramp has spots for tie downs but no rope so bring your own ropes.
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From Bill Hoglan
on 07-Mar-2011 |
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Flew down for a Sunday on the Island from Williamson CO behind the cold front. Weather was nice but cool. RAS Airport is, I think, one of the best places to fly to in Texas. Nice facilities, plenty to do, convenient transportation and good food. Enjoyed the day very much. Watch out for those sky divers landing on the beach near the airport. They do not all ways announce their drop intentions.
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From Dominic Walsh Great White Aviation
on 06-Jan-2011 |
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The skies are sad and lonely today, another GOOD MAN has been called home. JIM POLEWCHAK soars with the angels. We will miss you!
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From Rob Hawkins
on 29-Oct-2010 |
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Flew in and spent the night. Highly recommend lunch or dinner at Shells, this place is fantastic! The locals said it’s less crowded during late October. Perfect time to visit. Great Texas hospitality! Remember to bring your own tie down ropes.
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From Chris Davis
on 25-Oct-2010 |
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Arrived and used one of the new transient tie-downs near the terminal. Terminal deserted but clean. We took the 25-cent trolley to Fins for lunch.
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From Bill Hoglan
on 03-Oct-2010 |
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We had another great visit to Port Aransas Oct 1-2. Was able to park up front and used the new tiedown area. (Bring your own ropes, as you should). Weather was perfect after the cool front. Beaches were clean. The Bus/Trolly/Wave is greatly appreciated. The Ford Mustang Rally was a sight to see across from the airport, annual event. Snowbirds have not arrived yet to crowd the Island. Don't change a thing! You have a great airport.
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From Randy Hansen
on 07-Aug-2010 |
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Tie down rings have now been installed on the 8 paved parking spaces directly in front of the terminal building. Port Aransas is a great "fly-in get-away" for lunch, the day or your vacation. We look forward to your next visit.
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From Dave Buono
on 28-Jun-2010 |
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Flew down in our RV-7A for a quick one-night stay. The one room FBO building was very clean and the AC was nice on a hot day. There is still no tie down rings on the ramp in front of the FBO, and there is no computer to assist with flight planning. Basically there are a few chairs plus bathrooms in an air-conditioned one-room building. Also, when we departing on Sunday, the fuel pump shut off after 13 gallons and we couldn't get it running again. I called the airport manager but no answer so I had to depart with a very unbalanced plane plus stop for fuel on the way home, which was of course, very inconvenient!
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From Bill Hoglan
on 26-Apr-2010 |
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Another nice day at the beach! Clear, light winds and about 80 degrees. Lots of Fly-In visitors Sunday, 25 April. What a collection of airplanes! From an RV?, C-150, usual twins/retractable and a MU-2. Fueling system was working; Terminal restrooms and cold water were available. The bus was running. This has got to be the best destination in our great state for Fly-In visitors! The Airport Manager was even there, on Sunday, to greet visitors for a while. Love this destination. 4BH
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From Bill Hoglan
on 19-Jan-2010 |
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Flew down for a one night stay at the Aransas Princess. Nice location and facilities close to the airport, trolley and beach. No minimum stay if certain Condos are available, usually 2-3 day required. Number 603 is especially nice. Parked at the new tiedown spots. Short chains available so bring your small rope or hooked rope to secure your investment. Was told new parking spots near the Terminal will have tiedown after remarking and striping is done. The Trolley, actually a "spanking new" bus, is on the transportation route. Schedules inside the Terminal or on line for Route 94. Pickup at the airport starts at 10:36 am til 5:21 pm and runs every 45 minutes. Charge is still .25 cents a ride. I keep a schedule in my pocket. The food at Finn's on the Marina was good although it appears the prices have increased. First time we have seen dead starfish on the beach, by the dozens. Very nice visit and a beautiful day on the beach. This is our favorite place in Texas to visit by airplane.
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From Robert Johnson
on 30-Nov-2009 |
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Note that the fuel system is not currently working (and NOTAMed out of service). I had not been down to KRAS in a while, and the new paved tiedown spots are a very nice upgrade from having to park in the grass. Some of the parking spots (the ones by the "terminal" building) do not have tiedown rings in the pavement however. Overall, KRAS is a great airport in a wonderful town!
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From Bill Hoglan
on 31-Oct-2009 |
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The wife and I are Native Texans. We fly to KRAS as often as we can. Sometimes to stay, sometimes to walk the beach. I believe this to be the best fly-in location in Texas for fun, food and recreation. The facilities are just fine the way they are. I have not had to park in the grass in a long time thanks to the new paved tiedown area. I have carried my own tiedown in every plane I have owned over 40 years. You should too. The weather can be obtained by using a cell phone or the pay phone and dialing the 800 number. I have not used the fuel facility in a while. The salt air may be getting to the key pad. There are clean restrooms, access to a trolly and taxi or your legs for transportation. Any one that wants a full time FBO with jet like facilities should go some where else. We like it the way it is! Some would-be pilots are just spoiled.
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From LeWayne Garrison
on 19-Oct-2009 |
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Four airplanes from Colorado wanted to land here Oct 15th, but no rental cars available (no way to return car on Sunday). Landed and purchased fuel from KTFP. Looked over the field while in Port Aransas. Improved ramp is very nice and looked as if fuel pump worked. (Last trip pump broken) Very nice airport in great location, just need to have essential services.
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From Chris Davis
on 11-Jul-2009 |
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Trolley bus runs from 1046AM - 521PM by the airport (every 45 minutes) and charges just 25 cents. Nice public beach with showers within walking distance. Park in the grass.
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From Jason Cargill
on 08-Jun-2009 |
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I flew in to KRAS for a wedding on Saturday from N. Fort Worth. The runway was in great condition, and the people at the office were very friendly and helpful. There is no courtesy car, but taxi service is quick and the beach is about 1/2 mile walking distance. The airport does not have tiedown ropes, so be sure to bring your own. When I called, they said that they have had trouble with ropes getting caught up in props. If you want great seafood, try Sharky's. KRAS is a great place to fly in. I can't wait to make it back.
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From R F Black
on 02-Apr-2009 |
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Popped in to RAS last week in a rented Arrow. What a pleasant surprise! Great fuel prices, and a fantastic airport. Kudos to the city of Port A on a wonderful job. Hearkens back to the good old days of aviation past...
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