Conversations in South St. Paul - Ep. 7 | Andrew Wall
Introduction of Airport Director Andrew Wall
Personal background and interests of Andrew Wall
Overview of Fleming Field (South St. Paul Airport) operations
Emergency management and recent incident protocols
Capital improvement projects including runway and taxiway reconstruction
Future fuel system replacement project
Economic impact of the airport on the region
History of Fleming Field as a former Navy base
Community engagement and public access to the airport
Career opportunities in the aviation industry
Full Document Analysis
Notable Quotes (2)
If it is going to happen, an airport's a good place for it to happen, rather than somebody's yard or somebody's business.
Think of a job that you want to do and there is probably a mirror image of that job in aviation.
People (3)
Jimmy FrancisMayorMayor of South St. Paul hosting Conversations in South St. Paul.
Mayor of South St. Paul hosting Conversations in South St. Paul.
Andrew WallAirport DirectorManager of Fleming Field since 2018.
3 quotes
Manager of Fleming Field since 2018.
“If it is going to happen, an airport's a good place for it to happen, rather than somebody's yard or somebody's business.”
Discussing a plane flip incident on the runway.
“No two days are ever the same.”
Describing the nature of being an airport director.
“Think of a job that you want to do and there is probably a mirror image of that job in aviation.”
Encouraging youth to consider aviation careers.
George H.W. BushFormer US PresidentTrained as a Navy pilot at Fleming Field.
Trained as a Navy pilot at Fleming Field.
Places Mentioned
Events & Meetings (2)
- Commemorative Air Force dance, September 13th or 14th
- Spring/Fall EAA Pancake Breakfasts