March 17, 1932 — November 22, 2025 Pilot, aircraft owner and one of the powerhouses behind the weekly Friday lunches at Central County Airport (68C) in Iola, Wisconsin, William J….
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PEOPLE IN THE NEWS – Al Whitaker
Waterloo, Wis. – Alvin (“Al”) E. Whitaker of Waterloo, Wisconsin, died peacefully on November 30, 2025. Al lived a full life of 86 years not easily defined by his many…
LETTER TO THE EDITOR
Just want to compliment you on the new format for the Midwest Flyer. I think it’s wonderful. Merry Christmas! Jeff Thompson Cessna 182R Skylane Owner Kenosha, Wisconsin
CALENDAR
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December 2025 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 phone!…
DESTINATIONS: Elephants, Rhinos & People Launch Air Wing Protecting Endangered Wildlife & People In Southern Africa
OSHKOSH, WIS: The Atlanta-based nonprofit Elephants, Rhinos & People (ERP.ngo) kicked off EAA AirVenture 2025, by accepting delivery of its first airplane, an NX Cub from CubCrafters. The delivery is…
Season’s Greetings from MnDOT Aeronautics
The MnDOT Office of Aeronautics sends warm holiday wishes to our friends and partners across the Midwest aviation community. Every year, the strength of our regional network shows up in…
Minnesota Seaplane Safety Seminar: A Weekend of Learning, Connection, and Community
The Minnesota Seaplane Pilots Association (MSPA) hosted its annual Seaplane Safety Seminar this past fall, September 19-20, 2025, at Madden’s on Gull Lake, welcoming aviation professionals and enthusiasts from across…
Pilots Beware… Landing An Airplane On An Indian Reservation Not Recommended, Even In An Emergency
In October, the Minnesota Pilots Association received a call from a member who experienced engine failure with his airplane on a VFR flight from Roseau to Bemidji, Minnesota. The pilot…
Alexandria, Minnesota Airport Earmarked For Charging Stations To Support Electric-Powered Aircraft
ALEXANDRIA, MINN. – As reported by Jim Conn, the Aircraft Owners & Pilots Association Airport Support Network volunteer for Alexandria Regional Airport – Chandler Field, the MnDOT Office of Aeronautics/Advanced…
St. Cloud Regional Airport Rebrands As “St. Cloud Sky Central Airport”
St. Cloud, Minnesota’s regional airport is charting a new path with its rebrand as “St. Cloud Sky Central Airport,” a name reflecting both the airport’s central location in the state,…
MAC Approves 2040 Long-Term Plan For FCM
MINNEAPOLIS-ST. PAUL, Minn. — The Metropolitan Airports Commission (MAC) has approved a long-term plan for Eden Prairie’s Flying Cloud Airport (FCM), the busiest general aviation airport in the Twin Cities….
PEOPLE IN THE NEWS: Wisconsin Department of Transportation Names New Aeronautics Director
The Wisconsin Department of Transportation (WisDOT) is pleased to introduce Karla Knorr as the new Bureau of Aeronautics (BOA) Director in the Division of Transportation Investment Management (DTIM). Karla has…
PEOPLE IN THE NEWS: Sheboygan County Airport Manager Receives WAMA Presidential Award At 69th Annual Wisconsin Aviation Conference
Matthew Grenoble, Manager of Sheboygan County Memorial International Airport in Sheboygan, Wisconsin, received the “Presidential Award” from the Wisconsin Airport Management Association (WAMA) during the 69th Annual Wisconsin Aviation Conference…
PEOPLE IN THE NEWS: Mead & Hunt Engineer Recognized At 69th Annual Wisconsin Aviation Conference
Joseph Schlimgen, P.E. of Mead & Hunt, was recognized as “Airport Engineer of the Year” by the Wisconsin Airport Management Association (WAMA). The award was presented during the 69th Annual…