Latest News Work Begins on New Airport Earthworks have begun on a new taxiway at Hood Aerodrome, in readiness for the Masterton – Auckland air service beginning in February.  Bruce Buchanan Ltd  began work on the taxiway construction and associated works last week, and D.  Borman Ltd has the contract to build the new terminal, says Mayor Garry Daniell.  The works involve the construction of a new terminal building together with a carpark; the construction of a taxi-way from the existing runway to the airport building; the construction of a hardstand area for the aircraft to “overnight”; the installation of airfield lighting and glide slope equipment (the latter enabling pilots to ensure they are at the correct height, descent angle and direction as they approach the airfield); the resurfacing of the runway which is programmed maintenance rather than a necessity because of the new usage of the airfield; and a range of associated works.  Mr Daniell said the taxiway was due for completion before Christmas, and the glide slope equipment had been ordered from Europe.  “It’s full steam ahead from here and once again I wish to extend thanks to Masterton Licensing Trust, Wairarapa Building Society and Carterton District Council  for their generous support,” Mr Daniell said.  The first Eagle Air flight is set down for Monday 16 February 2009. 30 October 2008