Houston, Texas- Emirates Airlines commenced non-stop air service between Dubai and Houston. The new service connects the World Sky Race Local Organizing Committees of the UAE and Texas. The inaugural flight was celebrated with a magnificent gala at Minute Maid Park, an all-American venue which also plays home field to the Houston Astros baseball club. The master of ceremonies was supermodel, Cindy Crawford. Geoffrey Connor WAL Director and Tim McClure WAL Director visited with Mr. & Mrs. Jeff Mosely, President of the Greater Houston Partnership.