Army and trained as an air traffic controller. Two weeks after graduating from Reed High School, he joined the U.S. Moen moved to Sparks as a senior in high school in 1976. The future owners of these hangars may not even be pilots yet.” “We want to introduce aviation to the area’s youth and get them excited about the industry,” he said. There will also be interactive aviation displays as well as aircraft and vehicle rides. Historical military aircraft, including Cactus Air Force Wings and Wheel, will be on display. The open house will feature aviation and aerospace exhibits.

“The airport is not something everyone in the community utilizes or is aware of.” “The real thrust of this open house is building community relationships,” Moen said. Just a couple of months into the job, he’s already planning the annual Airport Open House and Fly In on June 23. His experience will be necessary as he’s had to hit the runway at full speed. I know the aviation side, and working for the RTAA taught me the how the board functions.” “Owning a business, I had to learn payroll and production.

“I think all my experience has put me in a position to do this job,” he said. After a career in air traffic control while also owning a publishing company, Ken Moen - who worked for the Reno Tahoe Airport Authority (RTAA)- is now managing the Carson City Airport.

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