The High Sky Wing

Last night customers both young and old were once again greeted with a cloudless night with mild winds, perfect for taking in the beautiful “Christmas-scape” of Midland-Odessa from our C-45, The Spirit of West Texas.

H.A. Tuck, Elise Coombes and Bill Coombes, ready for passengers.

Pilot Daniel Rathburn and the “Domino’s Crew”. Many thanks to Domino’s Pizza for their continual support of the High Sky Wing.

It’s a family affair with this flight containing several generations in the Watkins family.

Jeff Barnes piloted this loving couple around the night skies. Rumor has it that there was a little hand-holding going on in the cabin.

John Echols and another group of happy passengers.

Daniel Rathburn and one of the several groups of satisfied passengers that he flew around the evening sky.

Downtown Midland from the cockpit.

Despite some questionable weather this past weekend, the Christmas Night Flights have been a big success with “every customer happy”.

Our first night of Christmas Night Flights kicked off on Wednesday, Dec 9 with one scheduled flight.  We are starting earlier this year than last, which may account for the slow start.  However, bookings are increasing daily, and all flights are booked for Thursday.

Anticipation and excitement radiate from this young lady just prior to take-off on the HSW’s first Christmas Night Flight of 2015

A lot of happy faces after pilot Daniel Rathburn’s first Christmas Night Flight of 2015.

The annual HSW Toys for Tots event was held on Saturday, Dec 5 in the main hangar.  Thanks to the generous donations of members and visitors, we once more filled the trailer with toys for area kids.

Santa arrived right on time in the C-45, explaining to the kids that the HSW  loaned him the use of the airplane because without snow he couldn’t use his sled. (I sure hope it snows on Christmas, Santa).

“Buffy” Cooper and Brent “I didn’t know the camera was on me” Collins prep for the judges.

“The Chili’s ready”

Lauri Skinner, Tresa Bolin and Carol Gillett help to fill the trailer.

Thanks to Randy Skinner for providing the huge Santa.

Waiting for Santa’s arrival

H.A. Tuck gave Newswest Nine a tour of the facilities.

Bruce Day made a living out of showing kids the interior of the “Kate”

Steve Clinton and Susie Day present “Buffy” Cooper with his third place chili cook-off award.

Many thanks to the Desert Squadron for their participation.

Susie Day presents Brent Collins with his second place chili cook-off award.

Susie Day presents Patti Collins with her Best Overall Chili award.

Susie Day presents Kelley Blackwell’s chili cook-off award for Best in Show.

Thanks to all those who helped us fill the trailer. A lot of kids will have a merrier Christmas season because of your generosity.

Santa was a big hit with the kids.

Newswest Nine provided good coverage for the event.

Some of the crew who helped make Toys for Tots a success. Thanks, guys.

The High Sky Wing is excited to bring you the “12 Nights of Christmas”!

Christmas lights night flights will begin on Dec. 9 in our C-45.  See the Christmas lights from the air!  Flights are scheduled every 30 minutes from 6:00 p.m., with last flight at 9:30 p.m.  

Flight dates are:  December 9-13;  December 16-20; December 22-23

Cost:   Cabin Seat $80 per person (4 per flight); Co-Pilot Seat $150 (one per flight);  Entire Plane $425 (all 5 seats).

Riders must be 5 years or older; all children under 12 must be accompanied by an adult.

To book your flight:  Call 432-703-3142 or Email rides@52.15.223.162

Join us for complimentary hot chocolate, cookies, an ornament & LOTS OF FUN!

*Please arrive 30 minutes prior to your scheduled flight to sign paperwork. Payment will be accepted at this time; cash or credit card. Flights will stage from the CAF High Sky Wing main hangar. There will be lights and signs to direct you into the parking area. Address: 9600 Wright Drive, Midland, TX. Wear comfortable and warm clothing and shoes.  BRING YOUR CAMERA!