This Week in Odessa History

An air show was the highlight of the dedication of Odessa’s new airport 62 years ago.

The runway had been extended by an additional 1,000 feet, a large parking area had been put in beside the runway and a four-airplane hangar had been built. Application had been made for landing lights at the field, and a new windsock had been acquired.

The Rev. R.H. Satterfield, president of the Odessa Flying Club, was in charge of the dedication program, presiding over the air show and delivering the address during the airport dedication. In this, he reviewed the possible future use of the field with the vas...