Congratulations to the winners of the 14th Annual Milwaukee, Wisconsin Timmerman Airport (KMWC) “Spot Landing Contest,” held Saturday, September 26, 2026: 1st Place: Clayton Gordon, who landed 10 feet from…
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Full-Scale Emergency Exercise at MidAmerica St. Louis Airport Helps Strengthen Emergency Response Readiness
A full-scale emergency exercise featuring nearly 100 first responders and local volunteer actors was conducted Sept. 23 at MidAmerica St. Louis Airport to test and strengthen regional emergency response capabilities….
SC Aviation Breaks Ground on New Hangar at Southern Wisconsin Regional Airport
SC Aviation, Inc. celebrates the groundbreaking of a new 30,000-square-foot hangar facility at Southern Wisconsin Regional Airport (KJVL), representing a $3.5 million investment in the company’s future as it enters…
MSP Runway 17-35 to Close Sept. 8 for Lighting Modernization
Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport (MSP) Runway 17-35 will close Sept. 8 for six weeks to upgrade electrical systems on the runway and connected taxiways. During the project, crews will replace…
Friday Lunch At Central County Airport-Paul Johns Field (68C), Iola, Wisconsin
Central County Airport-Paul Johns Field (68C) in Iola, Wisconsin, features a noon luncheon each Friday from the first Friday in May to the last Friday before Thanksgiving. When in doubt,…
Spectators Welcome at Timmerman Airport Spot Landing Contest
Registration is now closed for the Timmerman Airport Spot Landing Contest, taking place September 26, but spectators are welcome to come out and enjoy the day while supporting the pilots…
Waterloo Regional Airport (ALO) – Temporary Closure for Runway Construction in September
The Waterloo Regional Airport (ALO) will close all aircraft operations from September 8 through September 22, 2026 to complete critical runway construction and infrastructure upgrades. This temporary closure is necessary…
Wisconsin Flying Farmers Visit Vietnam Veterans Memorial Wall At Watertown Municipal Airport
by Dave Weiman Members of the Wisconsin Flying Farmers visited the Vietnam Veterans Memorial Wall replica at Marine Corps League Aero Park located on the northeast corner of Watertown Municipal…
Alexandria Airport Poised for Major Upgrades as Runway Project Moves Forward
ALEXANDRIA, MINN. — Significant improvements are on the horizon for Alexandria Regional Airport (AXN) as planning continues for a major runway reconstruction project expected to begin in 2027. Updates shared…
Timmerman Airport to Host 14th Annual Spot Landing Contest
Pilots are invited to put their precision flying skills to the test during the 14th Annual Spot Landing Contest at Milwaukee’s Timmerman Airport (KMWC) on Saturday, September 26, 2026. The…
Rush City Regional Airport Reconstructs Critical Taxiway to Address Long-Term Pavement Challenges
Rush City Regional Airport (ROS) has completed a major reconstruction of its primary taxiway, strengthening the airport’s infrastructure while ensuring safe, efficient operations for years to come. Working in partnership…
MnDOT Supports 57 Projects Across 39 Public Airports
The Minnesota Department of Transportation (MnDOT) Office of Aeronautics has granted a total of $8 million to improve infrastructure and enhance safety, sustainability, and service. Aeronautics selected 57 projects across…
New FBO Opens at Cherry Capital Airport in Traverse City
TRAVERSE CITY, Mich. — A new fixed base operator (FBO) terminal has opened at Cherry Capital Airport (KTVC), marking a significant investment in general aviation infrastructure and customer amenities at…
Pietenpol Reunion Continues to Celebrate Homebuilt Aviation Heritage
The annual Pietenpol Reunion, hosted by the Brodhead Pietenpol Association and EAA Chapter 431, brings Pietenpol enthusiasts from across the country to Brodhead Airport (C37) each July. Held over four…
Rush City Regional Airport Fly-In Continues a Legacy of Aviation and Community
For more than half a century, the Rush City Regional Airport has been much more than a place for aircraft to land and depart—it has been a gathering place for…