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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 phone!…
Explore Aviation Scholarship Opportunities
MN Residents Scholarship Opportunities: The Minnesota Pilots Association would like to announce that the application window is now open for MN residents to apply for an aviation scholarship. We will…
The Flying Bulls aircraft from Austria making only public U.S. air show appearance at EAA AirVenture Oshkosh 2026
Famed restorations appearing include Lockheed P-38 and Douglas DC-6B EAA AVIATION CENTER, OSHKOSH, Wisconsin — Two magnificent aircraft restorations from Austria’s The Flying Bulls collection will make their only public…
Schweiss hydraulic hangar door in Tasmania opens a unique farm
HECTOR, Minn., Dec. 9, 2025 – At the Vale, located in northwest Tasmania at the base of Mount Roland, one can connect with the land while staying connected to the…
AIRCRAFT OWNER EXPERIENCES
By Tom B, Pilot, Aircraft Owner & Builder, From Somewhere In the Midwest Hi Doug (My Mechanic): Finding this 7/16-inch wrench in my right wing bay last week is one…
PEOPLE IN THE NEWS – William J. Kinsman
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….
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
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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…