June 13, 2005
This doesn't happen everyday
Saturday, around lunch time, we were working outside and heard a helicopter. At first, I paid it no mind since they are relatively common. But after a moment it became apparent that this particular aircraft was flying very low, and was going to land. It touched down on the vacant lot across the street from us. The pilot secured his vehicle, was picked up by the golf cart that is over at the Topwater Grill, and they sped off to that eating establishment. About an hour later the pilot returned and took off. I took the opportunity to take a photo.
I searched the tail number on the FAA website. The chopper is owned by Republic Helicopters of Santa Fe Texas. They service the oil rigs and platforms out in this part of the world. I guess he wanted a $9 Shrimp Po Boy.
Posted by Bob at June 13, 2005 08:05 AM