The Goldsby OK general aviation airport is named for David J Perry.
David Jay Perry, Oklahoma Aviator, 1902-1991.
Born in Pairport, Missouri, Mr Perry was a resident of Oklahoma City for over 65 years and is acknowledged as being one of the most influential men in Oklahoma Aviation history. His accomplishments include:
Chief pilot and executive assistant to US Senator Mike Monroney for 20 years.
Commissioner and director of the Oklahoma Aeronautics Commission.
One of the organizers of the Civil Air Patrol.
A founding member of the Flying Farmers of America.
A tireless booster to the aviation industry of Oklahoma.
Mr Perry was a member of several Orgnizations:
Quiet Birdmen, Silver Wings
OX-5 Club of America
Oklahoma Aviation Club
National Association & Space Hall of Fame & Museum
Oklahoma Historical Society
Chamber of Commerce
As one of the pioneers in Oklahoma Aviation, Mr Perry was awarded the coveted Clarence E. Page Memorial Trophy.
Oklahoma Aeronautics Commission 1991