The Kelch Aviation Museum in Brodhead, Wisconsin, unveiled a new “Women in Aviation” display, at ceremonies March 1, 2026, honoring four pioneer women who broke barriers, defied expectations, and…
People In The News – Wisconsin CFII Turns 90
Middleton, Wisc. – CFII Harold Green of Morey Airplane Company in Middleton, Wisconsin, turned 90 March 7, 2026. A surprise birthday party was held at the airport in his honor….
People In The News – Aviation Community Honors Life & Legacy of Russell W. Meyer, Jr.
Washington, D.C. – The National Air Transportation Association (NATA) issued the following statement on the passing of Russell W. Meyer, Jr., former longtime chairman and CEO of Cessna Aircraft Company:…
People In the News – Retirement of U.S. Rep. Sam Graves
Washington, D.C. — The Aircraft Owners and Pilots Association (AOPA) expressed appreciation for Rep. Sam Graves (R-Mo.), and his leadership as Chairman of the powerful U.S. House Committee on Transportation…
NBAA Welcomes Senate Confirmation of Ryan McCormack to Key DOT Post
Washington, D.C. – The National Business Aviation Association (NBAA) welcomes the Senate’s confirmation of Ryan McCormack as the Department of Transportation’s (DOT’s) under secretary with responsibility for policy. McCormack was…
Minnesota Pilots Association Launches YouTube channel
Over the years we have chosen to record video of some of the presentations made by speakers at the Great Minnesota Aviation Gatherings (GMAG). Our speakers kindly donate their time…
Share Your Event With the Minnesota Aviation Community!
Do you have an upcoming fly-in, safety seminar, airport open house, pancake breakfast, or aviation gathering? We’d love to help you get the word out. It’s easy to be included….
March 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…
AT OUR AIRPORTS – Wausau Renovates Terminal Building After 74 Years!
It has long been Wausau, Wisconsin’s desire to renovate its terminal building at Wausau Downtown Airport (KAUW), which was originally built in 1952 to serve Wisconsin Central Airlines and the…
FIRST SOLO – Born to Fly
by John Chmiel I knew I was going to solo. I just didn’t know when. I was going to be a pilot someday, and I don’t have any recollection to…
FIRST SOLO – Reach for the Stars
by Carol Cansdale I was raised by a single dad raising two daughters and we always had airplanes. Dad was an airline pilot and owned an aircraft salvage and parts…
LETTER TO THE EDITOR
I enjoyed the article in the January 2026 edition of Midwest Flyer Monthly, and the photo of Midwest Flyer Magazine cofounder, Dave Weiman, with that pretty red bird which caught…
SKIPLANE FLY-IN – EAA Chapter 431 Hosts Groundhog Chili Ski Fly-In
One of the largest EAA Chapters in the country, EAA Cheeseland Chapter 431, held its annual “Groundhog Chili Ski Fly-In,” Saturday, February 7, 2026, in Brodhead, Wis. (C37). The fly-in…
What Not to Wear – Clothing as Part of Your Safety System
To paraphrase – “Clothes Make the . . . Pilot.” This article has nothing to do with fashion. I am not a fashion expert, and I am more than sure…
What is Advanced Air Mobility (AAM)?
According to the U.S. Department of Transportation (USDOT), Advanced Air Mobility (AAM) is “a rapidly-emerging new sector of the aerospace industry that aims to safely and efficiently integrate highly automated…