Plane Strikes Antelope Near Presidio County Airport
A plane carrying the First Lady’s party struck antelope and cattle near Presidio County Airport last Saturday, killing a female antelope and prompting officials to warn of wildlife hazards during landing. The First Lady’s press secretary had previously joked about wildlife on approach. The incident raises questions about wildlife management and aviation safety in the region.
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Antelope-Celtic plane crash dents Midland jet after landing
A twin engine jet owned by Permian Corp. of Midland was damaged when it struck three antelope after landing Monday morning. Pilot F W Forrest said the plane touched ground and taxied 2 500 feet before the antelope appeared. The antelope were killed, landing gear damage estimated at 50 000. The aircraft was to fly House Speaker Ben Barnes and State Sen Grady Hazlewood to Amarillo after Fort Davis dedication. The First Lady's party had departed for Austin earlier. Alpine Chamber of Commerce board to meet Friday at the Ponderosa Restaurant.
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