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Sun n Fun is a milestone every year, a milestone that has many meanings to pilots among us. It is a renewal of our aviation relationships; hand shakes and hugs...

“You can always go around, if it don’t look right comin’ down.” – from the song “Go Around” by Ken Davis You are on final. Too high, too fast and,...

by Eric Wegner Hey, Dave! I read your article on your “First Solo” (https://midwestflyer.com/editorial-first-solo/) and can relate. I didn’t know you were from Minnesota. I spent 17 great years in Minnesota. We...

Sponsored by the Minnesota Council of Airports and the Minnesota Department of Transportation, and facilitated by the University of Minnesota Airport Technical Assistance Program (AirTAP). The 2026 Minnesota Airports Conference was held April 22-24 at...

by Patrick “Pat” Weeden My dad, Dick Weeden, started an airplane maintenance and restoration business at Brodhead Airport when I was a young kid. Because of this, I quite literally...

I wanted to give a shout out for two of the articles in this month’s edition. First, the story by Bob McDaniel. It’s kind of funny how it is the...

“I appreciate how Midwest Flyer was able to connect me to the buyers so quickly. -Andrew” Andrew placed a classified ad for one month and successfully sold his item, highlighting...

Since 1939, AOPA has protected the freedom to fly by creating an environment that gives people of all ages the opportunity to enjoy aviation and all it has to offer....

The National Association of State Aviation Officials (NASAO) Center for Aviation Education & Research’s “Henry O.” Scholarship awards $2,500 to three college students continuing their education in the aviation or...

Tim McClung has announced his upcoming retirement as Aviation Director for the Iowa DOT, concluding a career spanning more than 30 years in aviation. During his tenure, McClung advanced aviation...

Sharing your events in our calendar is a simple and effective way to connect with a broader audience and increase visibility within the aviation community. Whether you’re hosting a fly-in,...

The Minnesota Aviation Hall of Fame was held April 11 at the Mystic Lake Center, Minnetonka Ballroom in Prior Lake, Minnesota. This year’s honorees include accomplished pilots, aviation advocates, and...