Aviation View July 2023

16 AVIATION VIEW MAGAZINE VOLUME 3, ISSUE 2 irports are gearing up for increased aviation traffic as we head for the height of spring travel and the tourist season. For many airports, focusing on upgrading existing facilities remains a top priority. For Davidson County Airport, meeting this increased aviation demand drives its focus on ensuring the airport operations are first-rate and exceed traveling requirements. “This is a full-service airport with everything from small to large airplanes and on the field,” begins Rick Phillips, Chairman of the Airport Authority for the Davidson County Airport. “We have full-service maintenance capabilities for anything from pistons to jets. I have been on the board for 13 years now– almost 14, and I have been a pilot for 44 years, with a multi-engine commercial license.” Phillips describes that he has been involved in almost every aviation aspect throughout his career. A