EAA AVIATION CENTER, OSHKOSH, Wisconsin — (July 17, 2025) — The annual EAA AirVenture Oshkosh fly-in convention, one of Wisconsin’s crown jewels of tourism, has a $257 million total economic…
Approval of MOSAIC rule highlights decade-long EAA leadership effort for modernized aircraft and pilot certification
U.S. Secretary of Transportation delivers news at EAA AirVenture Oshkosh 2025 EAA AVIATION CENTER, OSHKOSH, Wisconsin — (July 22, 2025) — A decade-long effort by the Experimental Aircraft Association, in…
August 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! …
EDITORIAL – Are Two Private Airport Owners Willing To Sacrifice Their Freedoms & Accept Liability So That A Third Private Airport Can Go Public?
Apparently, the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) expects the owners of two private airports in the Midwest to be inconvenienced and accept liability so that a third private airport can be…
LETTER TO THE EDITOR
July 16, 2025 Dave: Just an FYI that the Air Force has issued an EIS for the Powder River MOA with proposed changes – https://www.prtcairspaceeis.com/ This may a good item to…
FLIGHT EXPERIENCES: Cautionary Tales: Transitioning to a Different Aircraft
There is something undeniably thrilling about sliding into the left seat of a different aircraft – for most of us, something sleeker, faster, more capable or, if you hold an…
MnDOT Aeronautics Report
WANTED – YOUR PHOTOS, Showcasing The Spirit of Minnesota Aviation ST.PAUL, MINN. – The MnDOT Office of Aeronautics is excited to invite you to submit your best photos showcasing the…
From Private to Public; The Airport Conversion Process
by Micah Larson Entering a public airport system, both at the state and federal levels, is a process with its share of benefits and challenges. Naturally, the requirements vary from…
AT OUR AIRPORTS – Breezy Point Fly-In Draws Huge Crowd!
BREEZY POINT, MINN. – Like many fly-ins today, Breezy Point Airport, Muller Field (8MN3) in Breezy Point, Minnesota, has found that combining a fly-in with a classic car show draws…
AT OUR AIRPORTS – Minnesota Aviation Businesses of the Month
The board of directors of the Minnesota Aviation Trades Association (MATA) would like to recognize the following member businesses: National Air Transportation Association (NATA): https://nata.aero/ North Central Aviation: https://www.flyncatoday.com/ North…
AT OUR AIRPORTS – Schweiss Doors Provides Only Answer For Washington Airpark Hangar
HECTOR, MINN. – Flight always enthralled Lawrence Pavlinovic. His grandfather was a merchant mariner, and his father worked for Pan American Airways (Pan Am), passing along a love of adventure….
AT OUR AIRPORTS – Dane County Regional Gets New Director
MADISON, WIS. – Dane County Executive Melissa Agard has announced the appointment of Mark Papko as the new Director of Dane County Regional Airport (KMSN). Papko was most recently the…
AT OUR AIRPORTS – Appleton International Airport Announces New Hires For Its Flight Center
APPLETON, WIS. – Appleton International Airport has announced two new hires for Appleton Flight Center (AFC). The facility serves private aircraft and charter flights with guest services, fuel/maintenance for private…
AWARDS & RECOGNITION – Minnesota Aviation Hall of Fame Inductees For 2026 Announced
The Minnesota Aviation Hall of Fame has announced its 2026 inductees, celebrating a distinguished group of aviators and aerospace pioneers whose contributions have significantly shaped Minnesota’s rich aviation heritage. This…
AIR RACING – Air Race Classic Announces 2026 Route… Women’s Historic Cross-Country Air Race to Fly Through the Heart of the Midwest
EAST ALTON, ILL. – The Air Race Classic (ARC), the longest-running all-women pilots’ cross-country air race in the United States, has announced the route for its 49th annual competition, June…