William “Bill” Amorde, 82, pilot, airport manager, aviation businessman, and lifelong resident of Superior, Wisconsin, passed away on December 26, 2025. Bill was born on March 8, 1943, in Superior,…
PEOPLE IN THE NEWS – James Lawrence Appointed Chair of Metropolitan Airports Commission Board
MINNEAPOLIS-ST. PAUL, MINN — Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz has appointed James Lawrence as chair of the Metropolitan Airports Commission (MAC) board, which oversees Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport (MSP) and six…
CALENDAR
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January 2026 Midwest Flyer Monthly
Midwest Flyer Monthly, where “news” is published when it is still news. With “links” to make access to other websites easier. Convenient to read on your computer or smart…
EDITORIAL – “First Solo”
In preparing for an upcoming presentation at a local EAA chapter meeting on how Midwest Flyer Magazine came about, I wanted to first start by sharing how my “first solo”…
DESTINATIONS – Dates & Rates For 2026 Canada Fishing Fly-Out To Miminiska Lodge Announced!
The “Canada Fishing Fly-Out” will again be held at Miminiska Lodge, Ontario (CPS5), located 192 nm north of Thunder Bay. The owners of Miminiska Lodge, Wilderness North, is offering your…
FLIGHT EXPERIENCES: The Basics of Flying – Taxiing Your Aircraft
“Remember, you fly an airplane with your head, not your hands and feet.” In October of 2025 I attended an FAA FAASTeam seminar. The content is always interesting and informative….
HIGH ON HEALTH – Back in the Left Seat: Navigating FAA Medical Certification After a Significant Injury
For pilots, few things are more challenging than being grounded due to a serious injury. Whether the result of an accident, surgery, or a medical condition, returning to the skies…
INSTRUMENT FLIGHT – Somewhere to Land
I remember a TV movie titled “Nowhere To Land” that aired in 2000 and starred Jack Wagner as Captain John Prescott, Christine Elise as Kim McGee, and James B. Sikking as George Eller. My thoughts turn to numerous…
(No) Typical Day At An Aviation Museum
Working in aviation offers so many varied experiences and opportunities. My last article for Midwest Flyer Monthly was all about encouraging kids to explore the wide ranges of aviation careers!…