Easterwood Airport, airport in Texas, United States of America
Easterwood Airport is a small regional airport in College Station, Texas, owned and operated by Texas A&M University. It has two paved runways and a modest terminal with check-in counters and a security screening area.
The airport was established in the late 1930s by Texas A&M University to support flight training and travel. After World War II, the runways were paved and a control tower was added, turning it into a functioning regional hub.
The airport is named after Jesse L. Easterwood, a Navy pilot from World War I, whose legacy is remembered at this location. It serves as an important gateway for students, staff, and visitors coming to Texas A&M University, making it a point of connection for the academic community.
The airport is easy to reach by car via Raymond Stotzer Parkway, and parking is available close to the terminal. Because passenger numbers are low, check-in and security tend to move quickly and without long waits.
The airport is named after Jesse L. Easterwood, a Navy pilot from Brazos County who served in World War I. This kind of personal dedication to a local figure is uncommon for a university-run airport and gives the place a distinct local connection.
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