KIWS

West Houston, One of the Busiest GA Airports in the U.S.

At least 370 airplanes are based at the family-operated West Houston airport, which is also home to two flight schools.

A Pilot Goes One Airport Too Far

A Mooney pilot heading to West Houston Airport (KIWS) follows the ‘insidious demon’ of scud running to his demise.

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