Interviews with Capt. Arlie J. Nixon

Below is the link to the amazing adventures of a ground-breaking commercial airline pilot. 

Nancy Mayfield wrote these reports in the year 2009 and they were printed in the PCABC newsletter during that time. 

https://www.egoneutral.com/nixon.html

By using this link these reports can now be accessed at any time free of charge. 

Please share this link with anyone you think might enjoy the reports. Thank you. Nancy Mayfield

You haven’t seen anything yet – Flying with Arthur Godfrey (1953) https://www.facebook.com/reel/4079010929021471

 

August 15 – 17- Fayetteville, AR – Drake Field (KFYV) Warbird Weekend at Arkansas Air & Military Museum Two Legendary World War II-era bombers — B-29 Superfortress “DOC” and B-25 Mitchell Bomber “Yellow Rose”—will bring the B-29 DOC History Restored Tour to the Arkansas Air and Military Museum.

For information see: https://www.arkansasairandmilitary.com/calendar

 

Saturday, August 16, 2025

Enid OK – Woodring Regional Airport (KWDG)

Woodring 2025 Airport Fly-In Breakfast Dates

  1. April 26th (changed due to Easter)
  2. May 17th
  3. June 21st
  4. July 19th
  5. August 16th
  6. September 20th

Time: Breakfast will run from 7:30am-10:00am. $10.99 per person.

Location: Enid Woodring Regional Airport Terminal, 1026 S. 66th Enid, OK 73701

 

Saturday, August 16, 2025

Haskell OK: Coffee & Donuts

Haskell Airport (2K9)       AirNav.com       CTAF: 122.9  

EVERY SATURDAY – 8:00 am – 10:00 am – Rain or shine, fly or drive, aviation enthusiasts will be there no matter what the weather is doing.

See attached.

 

August 16 – Berryville, AR – Carroll County Airport (4M1) 3rd Saturday BREAKFAST EVENT!! 7:30 – 10:00 AM. Farm fresh scrambled eggs, sausage patties & links, flapjacks, sweet tea and always a bunch-o-sweet treats made by the airport wives…$10.00 suggested donation. Contact: 870-423-8393.

 

August 16 – Pine Bluff, AR – Grider Field Airport (KPBF) fly-in breakfast 3rd Saturday of every month.  Our specialty is eggs anyway you want them, from fried to eggs Benedict. You should try our omelets.  Come enjoy your breakfast in our WWII style Officers Club.  A $8.00 donation gets you all you can eat.  Contact: Sara Works (870-543-9933) email: works_sara@yahoo.com

 

August 16 – Rogers, AR – Carter Field (KROG). Third Saturday Weekend Lunch Fly-in here at the Beaver Lake Aviation FBO. “Fly-in flapjacks” is on the menu this month. This is per the Chef/Owner of the Little Cafe there and we are offering a 15% discount with fuel up (BLA is also offering a discount TBD when you buy food) The Cafe is open from 7:30-8 pm, but the specific times we are targeting for the fly-in are 10 am-2 pm Contact: Justin Eaton

email: justin@cockpitcatering.com 479-487-3369

 

Sunday, August 17, 2025

ALVA, OKLAHOMA – DONUTS AND COFFEE – Every Sunday 8am – 10am

Alva Regional Airport (AVK)        CTAF: 122.8

No Cost. Donations appreciated.

Joshua Johnston

Airport Manager – Alva Regional Airport – Alva, OK

Office: 580-327-2898

Cell:  580-748-2709 (24/7)

Email:  jjohnston@alvaok.org

Website  http://alvaok.org/ara.htm

https://www.facebook.com/alvaregionalairport

 

Long Range Planning:

Note: If you know that any of these events has been cancelled, please send me an email, Tom Auerbach.

Warning: As always check with the contact information before flying.

 

August 21 ** A Thursday Event ** Flippin, AR – Marion County Airport (KFLP) Lunch Every Thursday, 1300 at Diego’s Fresh Mex in Flippin Arkansas. Someone will be at the Marion County Airport (KFLP) at 1245 sharp to pick up those who have flown in. So, it’s a drive-in, fly-in social event, and all are welcome!  Know a pilot “wannabe?”  This should be a wonderful opportunity for them to ask questions & receive top-notch advice! So, what are you waiting for….bring them!

 

Saturday, August 23, 2025

Haskell OK: Coffee & Donuts

Haskell Airport (2K9)       AirNav.com       CTAF: 122.9  

EVERY SATURDAY – 8:00 am – 10:00 am – Rain or shine, fly or drive, aviation enthusiasts will be there no matter what the weather is doing.

See attached.

 

August 23 – Marion, KS – Marion Municipal Airport (43K) BBQ, eat around 5 pm camping welcome, terry 620 381 1347

Camp Friday or Saturday, be cooking both night – Sat the main night 

 

August 23 – North Little Rock, AR – North Little Rock Municipal Airport (KORK)  The 4th Saturday of the month is coming up soon. That means it is time to go to North Little Rock Airport (KORK) and have breakfast in the EAA hangar with about a hundred of our closest friends.  From 8:00 till 10:00 we will keep our big buffet bar stocked with loads of mouthwatering, fresh cooked breakfast goodies and custom-made omelets.  You name it and we probably serve it.  Among the many things we serve, the blueberry pancakes are sent straight from heaven. Our cooks strive to make this a breakfast you will be telling your friends about and they simply have to try it for themselves. We would appreciate a $10. Donation, kids half price, so bring the whole family.  Stay comfy in the heated and air conditioned and squeaky-clean hangar. Fly or drive in.  Cars use gate 20 which is 1 block south of the main airport entrance on Remount Road. Bring your classic cars, hot rods, motorcycles and show them off. Questions ?   419 360-7414 P.S. The hangar is available for parties, birthdays, retirements, class reunions, weddings, receptions or any time you need lots of space.  Full kitchen, sound system, video screen, margarita machine, tables and chairs for 100 plus separate dance floor.  Private parking lot.

 

Sunday, August 24, 2025

ALVA, OKLAHOMA – DONUTS AND COFFEE – Every Sunday 8am – 10am

Alva Regional Airport (AVK)        CTAF: 122.8

No Cost. Donations appreciated.

Joshua Johnston

Airport Manager – Alva Regional Airport – Alva, OK

Office: 580-327-2898

Cell:  580-748-2709 (24/7)

Email:  jjohnston@alvaok.org

Website  http://alvaok.org/ara.htm

https://www.facebook.com/alvaregionalairport

 

Saturday, August 30, 2025

EAA Chapter 88 – Wichita KS The Air Capitol Fly-In – All Day Event

Fly in to Colonel James Jabara Airport in Wichita KAAO

 

Saturday, August 30, 2025

Parsons KS Tri-City Airport (KPPF) – End-of-the-Month Fly-In BREAKFAST

The Parsons Tri-City Airport (KPPF; CTAF 123.0) will have its end-of-month fly-in breakfast this coming Saturday, August 30, from 8:00AM to 10:00AM unless we run out of food sooner or it gets slow. Always a good time, weather or not.  Hope you can join us! Contact: Marlene Carson champ46echo@outlook.com

The plan is to have lunch for January, February and March, then go back to breakfast starting in April.   Thanks! – Marlene Carson

 

August 30 – Garfield, AR – Lost Bridge Village Airstrip (40AR) Annual Jesse Harvey Fly-In and Car Showing: Fly-in Breakfast scheduled every fifth Saturday this summer. Fly in or drive in – everyone is welcome! Come for great food, friendly conversation, and a chance to see a variety of aircraft. This is a perfect opportunity for pilots, passengers, and community members to gather and enjoy the morning together. For more information, contact office@lbvca.com or visit www.lbvca.com

 

Saturday, September 6, 2025

Ponca City Aviation Booster Club Fly-In/Drive-In Breakfast – 7:00-10:30AM

Ponca City OK Regional Airport (KPNC)

Sponsored by the Ponca City Aviation Foundation on the first Saturday of every month rain or shine. Contact Bruce Eberle 580-761-5884 email: ou444@yahoo.com    Breakfast is served from 7:00 to 10:30 a.m.  The requested donation is $10 adults, $5 children under 12. The menu includes pancakes, scrambled eggs, bacon, sausage, potatoes, biscuits & gravy, orange juice, coffee, and fruit.  Cold soda pop and bottled water are available at $1.00 each.

See also FaceBook Group – Ponca City Aviation Booster Club – https://www.facebook.com/groups/1125751554951764

Cars and Coffee 2025 – at Ponca City Airport

 Sat, May 3 from 8:00am to 11:00am

Bring your car or truck whether it be modified, stock, or just a little different. Come connect with people and have a good time.

We are very excited to announce that we will be partnering with Cars and Coffee car club. They have published a schedule that shows they will be coming to the fly-in breakfast each first Saturday of the month until November. See their schedule on Heather Cannon Honda Facebook. (see attached schedule)
This club is doing very exciting things and has many members with fascinating vehicles. Come see them. We plan to park them out front close to the entrance door so you can see them and the airplanes.

 

Saturday, September 6, 2025

Haskell OK: Coffee & Donuts

Haskell Airport (2K9)       AirNav.com       CTAF: 122.9  

EVERY SATURDAY – 8:00 am – 10:00 am – Rain or shine, fly or drive, aviation enthusiasts will be there no matter what the weather is doing.

See attached.

 

Saturday, September 6, 2025

Pauls Valley Hamburger Lunch Fly-In

Pauls Valley Municipal Airport (KPVJ)             AirNav.com             CTAF: 122.8

Oklahoma Antique Airplane Association

LET’S KEEP EM FLYING!! –  Johnene Smith

The Oklahoma Antique Airplane Association has a monthly meeting/Fly-In at or club house on the northwest corner of the PVJ field, once a month on the first Saturday. Come join in on the fun! You don’t have to fly an antique in, we have cars, motorcycles, and every kind of airplane old and new. We eat about 11:30 to 12:00 and have burgers hot dogs and in the winter chili and Cajun food. Kids are welcome and rides are available for anyone that shows up. Questions? Call Shannon Sharp: 405-238-4035 or email: casandjohnsmith@gmail.com

 

6 September 2025‑EAA 377 – MAAM Liberal, KS Airport (Note FIRST Saturday) Rick Stevens from the FAA’s Wichita Office will be the featured speaker

 

September 6 – Shell Knob, MO – Turkey Mountain Airport (MO00) 10 am – 2 pm… BBQ fly-in. By donation. Expecting lots of vendors and show cars.

For additional information call: Judy at 417-858-6345; Cell 417-671-1832 or Donna Booth 816-506-5042. This event will be in the club house. ** Note CTAF 122.9

 

September 6 – Morrilton, AR – Morrilton Municipal Airport (KBDQ) 9:00 AM until all food is gone. Fly in or Drive in. Full Breakfast with Petit Jean Sausage & Bacon. Sponsored by EAA 1590. EAA Meeting will follow breakfast.

*** Breakfast will be served in the big blue hangar, Unicom 122.8. This will be a recurring event on the first Saturday of the month. Contact:

501-472-1197.  Come eat and have fellowship with EAA Chapter 1590 at 9:00 am.

 

September 6 – Joplin, MO – Joplin Regional Airport (KJLN) 10 AM – 4:00 PM Wings & Wheels Fly-in and Car Show with live music, vendors & Food Trucks.

Contact:  flyhomefarms@gmail.com

 

Sunday, September 7, 2025

ALVA, OKLAHOMA – DONUTS AND COFFEE – Every Sunday 8am – 10am

Alva Regional Airport (AVK)        CTAF: 122.8

No Cost. Donations appreciated.

Joshua Johnston

Airport Manager – Alva Regional Airport – Alva, OK

Office: 580-327-2898

Cell:  580-748-2709 (24/7)

Email:  jjohnston@alvaok.org

Website  http://alvaok.org/ara.htm

https://www.facebook.com/alvaregionalairport

 

Saturday, September 13, 2025

EAA Chapter 1612 – David J. Perry Fly-In Pancake Breakfast – 8:00 to 9:45 am

David Jay Perry Airport (1K4)       AirNav.com

Pancake breakfast on Second Saturday (continuing event) at David J. Perry Airport (1K4), Goldsby, Oklahoma.

EAA Chapter 1612 hosts a monthly fly-in/drive-in breakfast from 8:00 to 9:45 am.  Breakfast includes pancakes, scrambled eggs, biscuits & gravy, sausage, coffee and juice for a suggested donation of $7.00.   Funds raised will support aviation flight scholarships for local area youth.  After the breakfast join us for our monthly chapter meeting from 10:00 to 11:30 am.   So come out and enjoy a bit of aviation centered conversation, fun and fellowship. Eric Muehlberg – President, EAA Chapter 1612 – Central Oklahoma Sport Flyers – 405-923-6749

 

Saturday, September 13, 2025

Haskell OK: Coffee & Donuts

Haskell Airport (2K9)       AirNav.com       CTAF: 122.9  

EVERY SATURDAY – 8:00 am – 10:00 am – Rain or shine, fly or drive, aviation enthusiasts will be there no matter what the weather is doing.

See attached.

 

Saturday, September 13, 2025

Wichita EAA Chapter 88 –  2nd Saturday Breakfast

Monthly Breakfast 8 – 10 AM. Eggs, Pancakes, grilled Sausage, Coffee and Juice!!
Age 11+ $7 –  4-10 $5 – 3 under Free

Fly in to Colonel James Jabara Airport in Wichita KAAO

 

Saturday, September 13, 2025

Ottawa Municipal Airport KS (KOWI)

Aviation Explorers Post 8000 – Fly-In Breakfast, 8-10AM – 2nd Saturday of the month (April through October)

We are a group of young aviation enthusiasts. Please support our mission by attending our fly-ins.

 

13 September 2025‑Scott City Air Show

 

Sunday, September 14, 2025

ALVA, OKLAHOMA – DONUTS AND COFFEE – Every Sunday 8am – 10am

Alva Regional Airport (AVK)        CTAF: 122.8

No Cost. Donations appreciated.

Joshua Johnston

Airport Manager – Alva Regional Airport – Alva, OK

Office: 580-327-2898

Cell:  580-748-2709 (24/7)

Email:  jjohnston@alvaok.org

Website  http://alvaok.org/ara.htm

https://www.facebook.com/alvaregionalairport

 

Wednesday, September 17, 2025

Pilot Controller Forum – Garden City KS Regional Airport (KGCK) – 5 to 7 PM

Pizza will be provided – Wings credit available by registering at https://FAASafety.gov

 

September 19-21, Willow Springs, MO – Willow Springs Memorial  Airport (1h5).  EAA Chapter 1218 Annual Fly-In/Camp-Out Come out and camp under the wing or bring your camper!! Full fun weekend kicking off Friday evening with a spot landing competition!! You don’t wanna miss SATURDAY MORNING!!! The Stinson group lead by Jody Jones will be dropping in at 8:00 am. He will have his beautiful 1943 Stinson Reliant. In the flock will be The famous Pepsi Stinson Reliant SR-7 and SR-9 American Airlines Stinson along with 15-20 more Stinson 108s all from the mid 1940s. We will also be serving Pancakes and all the fixins’ to all attendees and guests at the event. (donations, accepted) Young Eagle Rides, Aircraft Static Displays, Music Jam both evenings. Saturday lunch, dinner, and Sunday breakfast before a 10 am departure.  This is a free public event that you don’t wanna miss. Come for the day or the weekend!!  Fuel available.  No rain date. Contact Tom White 417 233-1218 or eaachapter1218@gmail.com  Visit our Facebook page EAA 1218

 

Saturday, September 20, 2025

Enid OK – Woodring Regional Airport (KWDG)

Woodring 2025 Airport Fly-In Breakfast Dates

  1. April 26th (changed due to Easter)
  2. May 17th
  3. June 21st
  4. July 19th
  5. August 16th
  6. September 20th

Time: Breakfast will run from 7:30am-10:00am. $10.99 per person.

Location: Enid Woodring Regional Airport Terminal, 1026 S. 66th Enid, OK 73701

 

Friday-Sunday, September 19-21, 2025

36th Annual Under-The-Wire Fly-In – Flying V Ranch (T26), Louise TX

For more information, contact Robbie Vajdos 979-841-3321 or email: rvajdos@gmail.com

 

September 20 – Garfield, AR – Lost Bridge Village Airstrip (40AR) 11 am-2 pm – Annual Jesse Harvey Fly-In and Car Showing More details as it gets closer.

 

September 25-28 – Fredericksburg, TX – Gillespie County Airport (T82) How about a getaway to the Hill Country this fall? Our next USPA flyout will be to Fredericksburg, Texas. Avril and BK have put together an itinerary that includes something for everyone, including a visit to the Pacific War Museum, a private trolley ride through history, back to early colonial days, a ghostly walking tour, music, charm, wine tasting, brewery tour, antique shopping and even an evening with the bats at a local State Park. Discounted hotel rooms are limited, so sign up for yours today. ‍View more details and register by visiting https://USPilots.org

 

September 27 – Miami, OK – Miami Regional Airport (KMIO) 7:30 – 10:30 Fly-in, Drive-in Pancake Breakfast. It’s not just pancakes, it’s $10 all you can eat World Famous Chris Cakes from Kansas City plus sausage, coffee, and juice. Contact: Angela email: awilliams@miamiokla.net

 

Saturday, September 27, 2025

Collinsville, OK – Airman Acres (OK93) 10 am-2 pm Annual Fly-in / Bean Dinner (Lunch) Airman Acres 8 miles north of KTUL Annually on the Last Saturday of September for ~70 years.  BYOB – Bring your own bowl for the best beans in town Contact: jeridawnbarrientos@gmail.com

 

October 4 – Higden, AR– Cy Bond Memorial Airport (06AR) Fly-in Breakfast 9:00 AM – 1:00 PM

For information Email: Jeff: jvlx@yahoo.com

 

Saturday, October 4, 2025

Ponca City Aviation Booster Club Fly-In/Drive-In Breakfast – 7:00-10:30AM

Ponca City OK Regional Airport (KPNC)

Sponsored by the Ponca City Aviation Foundation on the first Saturday of every month rain or shine. Contact Bruce Eberle 580-761-5884 email: ou444@yahoo.com    Breakfast is served from 7:00 to 10:30 a.m.  The requested donation is $10 adults, $5 children under 12. The menu includes pancakes, scrambled eggs, bacon, sausage, potatoes, biscuits & gravy, orange juice, coffee, and fruit.  Cold soda pop and bottled water are available at $1.00 each.

See also FaceBook Group – Ponca City Aviation Booster Club – https://www.facebook.com/groups/1125751554951764

Cars and Coffee 2025 – at Ponca City Airport

 Sat, June 7 from 8:00am to 11:00am

Bring your car or truck whether it be modified, stock, or just a little different. Come connect with people and have a good time.

We are very excited to announce that we will be partnering with Cars and Coffee car club. They have published a schedule that shows they will be coming to the fly-in breakfast each first Saturday of the month until November. See their schedule on Heather Cannon Honda Facebook.
This club is doing very exciting things and has many members with fascinating vehicles. Come see them. We plan to park them out front close to the entrance door so you can see them and the airplanes.

See attached flyer.

 

Saturday, October 4, 2025

Haskell OK: Coffee & Donuts

Haskell Airport (2K9)       AirNav.com       CTAF: 122.9  

EVERY SATURDAY – 8:00 am – 10:00 am – Rain or shine, fly or drive, aviation enthusiasts will be there no matter what the weather is doing.

See attached.

 

Saturday, October 4, 2025

Pauls Valley Hamburger Lunch Fly-In

Pauls Valley Municipal Airport (KPVJ)             AirNav.com             CTAF: 122.8

Oklahoma Antique Airplane Association

LET’S KEEP EM FLYING!! –  Johnene Smith

The Oklahoma Antique Airplane Association has a monthly meeting/Fly-In at or club house on the northwest corner of the PVJ field, once a month on the first Saturday. Come join in on the fun! You don’t have to fly an antique in, we have cars, motorcycles, and every kind of airplane old and new. We eat about 11:30 to 12:00 and have burgers hot dogs and in the winter chili and Cajun food. Kids are welcome and rides are available for anyone that shows up. Questions? Call Shannon Sharp: 405-238-4035 or email: casandjohnsmith@gmail.com

 

4 October 2025‑Liberal Air Show. FREE!

OCTOBER 4, 2025

http://www.liberalkansasairfair.org/

SCHEDULE OF EVENTS

6:30am-6:00pm – Tandem Skydiving– also will run from dawn to dusk on Sunday Sept 9th

10:00am–Gates Open

10:00am-Dusk–Helicopter Rides

10:15am–Kid Zone Opens

1:00pm–Airport Closes/National Anthem/Color Guard/Introductions Announcements

1:15pm-1:45pm–Shockwave Jet Truck Demonstration

1:45pm-2:15pm–Skip Stewart Solo Performance

2:15pm-2:45pm–Playful Airshows Solo Performance

2:45-3:30pm–Aeroshell Aerobatic Team

3:30-4:00pm–Parade of Airplanes

4:00pm-4:30pm–Shockwave and Skip Stewart Dual

Perfomance

4:30pm–Airport Opens/Gates Close

NIGHT SHOW

7:00pm – Gates Open

7:30pm – Airport Closes

8:00-8:30pm – Aeroshell Night Show Demonstration

9:00pm-9:30pm – Shockwave Jet Truck Night Show

Demonstration

10:00pm – Airport Opens/Gates Close

FREE!

Please remember: no pets or outside coolers, no

skateboards or hoverboards

 

October 4 – Higden, AR– Cy Bond Memorial Airport (06AR) Fly-in Breakfast 9:00 AM – 1:00 PM For information Email: Jeff: jvlx@yahoo.com

 

Sunday, October 5, 2025

ALVA, OKLAHOMA – DONUTS AND COFFEE – Every Sunday 8am – 10am

Alva Regional Airport (AVK)        CTAF: 122.8

No Cost. Donations appreciated.

Joshua Johnston

Airport Manager – Alva Regional Airport – Alva, OK

Office: 580-327-2898

Cell:  580-748-2709 (24/7)

Email:  jjohnston@alvaok.org

Website  http://alvaok.org/ara.htm

https://www.facebook.com/alvaregionalairport

 

 

Sunday, October 5, 2025

Fall Festival – Coffeyville Aviation Heritage Museum

Hot Dogs and History begins at 11:30

Coffeyville KS – KCFV

Coffeyville, KS, USA

Coffeyville Municipal Airport

 

Saturday, October 11, 2025

Perry Planes and Cars – 10AM to 4PM – Free Lunch for pilots + 1

Perry Municipal Airport (F22) – Perry OK

 

11 October 2025‑Syracuse Classic and Antique Fly-In

 

Thursday-Sunday, October 23-26, 2025

40th Annual Flying M Ranch Fly-In and Campout

Reklaw Texas – www.reklawflyin.org

Mason Family – 936-369-4362 – stinsoneer@airmail.net

See attached.

 

8 November 2025‑Scott City, KS Holiday Party/Annual Meeting

13 December 2025‑EAA 377-No meeting

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Tom Auerbach

Ponca City Aviation Booster Club

Newsletter Editor

 

 

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