Archives: Columns

“The Mooney Guy”

Posted on May 23, 2024 by mwflyer

Published in Midwest Flyer Magazine June/July 2024 Digital Issue In the world of aviation, where every flight tells a story of passion and perseverance, Don Plooster of Forest Lake, Minnesota, stands out as a living legend. A man who took … Continue reading →

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34th Annual Minnesota Aviation Hall of Fame Honored Some of Minnesota’s Finest!

Posted on May 23, 2024 by mwflyer

Published in Midwest Flyer Magazine June/July 2024 Digital Issue The 34th Annual Minnesota Aviation Hall of Fame was held April 20, 2024, at the Mystic Lake Center in Prior Lake, Minnesota.  Inductees included the following individuals: Paul F. Dye, who … Continue reading →

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MAC’s CEO Brian Ryks Selected for Minneapolis/St. Paul Business Journal’s Most Admired CEO List

Posted on May 23, 2024 by mwflyer

Published in Midwest Flyer Magazine June/July 2024 Digital Issue MINNEAPOLIS-ST. PAUL, Minn. — Metropolitan Airports Commission (MAC) Chief Executive Officer Brian Ryks has been selected by the Minneapolis/St. Paul Business Journal for its 2024 Most Admired CEO list. Each year … Continue reading →

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A Report On The 2024 Minnesota Airports Conference

Posted on May 23, 2024 by mwflyer

by Dave Weiman Published in Midwest Flyer Magazine June/July 2024 Digital Issue It is tradition to rotate the annual Minnesota Airports Conference around the state to different host airports and communities. Last year, the conference was held in Alexandria, Minnesota. … Continue reading →

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Dick Weeden – 1932-2024

Posted on May 23, 2024 by mwflyer

Pilot, Aircraft Technician & Inspector, Family Man, Leader and Friend Published in Midwest Flyer Magazine June/July 2024 Digital Issue EAA Chapter 431 charter member and first president, Richard (Dick) Marvin Weeden, passed away May 7, 2024, at the age of … Continue reading →

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Symphony In The Skies: A Harmonious Fusion of Music and Aviation

Posted on May 23, 2024 by mwflyer

by Timberly Kazmarek Marbes Published in Midwest Flyer Magazine June/July 2024 Digital Issue On a balmy July afternoon last summer, a 32,000 square foot hangar at Green Bay Austin Straubel International Airport (KGRB) transformed into a symphonic haven, resonating with … Continue reading →

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New aircraft registration system provides one-stop service online

Posted on May 23, 2024 by mwflyer

by Julie Carr MnDOT Aeronautics – Business Section Published in Midwest Flyer Magazine June/July 2024 Digital Issue In Minnesota, all aircraft are registered with the Minnesota Department of Transportation, through MnDOT Aeronautics. There are more than 9,200 registered aircraft in … Continue reading →

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MnDOT Aeronautics Update

Posted on May 23, 2024 by mwflyer

by Ryan E. Gaug, Director Published in Midwest Flyer Magazine June/July 2024 Digital Issue It is truly an honor to be writing my second annual MnDOT update from the aeronautics director’s “seat.” I’m also excited to share that in April … Continue reading →

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Summer Is Made For Flying & The Great Outdoors

Posted on May 23, 2024 by mwflyer

by Yasmina Platt © Copyright 2024. All rights reserved! Published in Midwest Flyer Magazine June/July 2024 Digital Issue Summer is here! The mountains are calling, and we must go… fly them! I have a proposal for you. Let’s fly to … Continue reading →

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Redefining “Light Sport” & Realizing The Promise of MOSAIC

Posted on May 23, 2024 by mwflyer

by Mark Baker AOPA President & CEO Published in Midwest Flyer Magazine June/July 2024 Digital Issue If there is one thing that’s constant in aviation, and in life, it’s change. Everything in general aviation continues to evolve and our industry … Continue reading →

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