The World of Aviation host and longtime aviation ambassador named to the 2027 Minnesota Aviation Hall of Fame For more than five decades, Alan “Al” Peter Malmberg has used the…
November 13th: AOPA Launches Career Expo in Phoenix
The Aircraft Owners and Pilots Association (AOPA) will host its first Aviation Career Expo on November 13 and 14 at the Hyatt Regency Phoenix, connecting job seekers with airlines, manufacturers,…
Ed Bolen Retires After Nearly 25 Years Leading NBAA
The National Business Aviation Association (NBAA) is recognizing the legacy of Ed Bolen, who is retiring after nearly 25 years as the association’s president and CEO. A tireless advocate for…
NASAO’s 2026 Convention & Trade Show
by Jim Bildilli The National Association of State Aviation Officials (NASAO) recently held its 95th annual convention and trade show at the Alerus Center in Grand Forks, North Dakota on…
November 2026 Midwest Flyer Monthly
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Editorial: A Season for Flying, Learning, and Growing
Fall is a beautiful time to take to the skies. The changing colors of the season create breathtaking aerial views and offer a reminder of the many rewards that come…
A Four-Year-Old’s Dream, a 49-Year Aviation Journey — I’m Glad I Did!
By Ron Henning I knew from the time I was 4 years old I wanted to be a pilot. Fortunately, I grew up about 30 miles from Chicago O’Hare International…
AT OUR AIRPORTS: Plenty To Absorb @ 70th Annual Wisconsin Aviation Conference
In looking back over the past 47 years I have been attending the Wisconsin Aviation Conference, held this year October 26 – 28 at the Chula Vista Resort in Wisconsin Dells,…
Indiana Seaplane Pilots Association 2026 – 24th Annual Splash-In Report
For the first time in 2 years, we made it through the weekend with no rain as we were blessed with almost perfect weather all weekend. With the great weather,…
Communication key in successful private hangar project
When a building plan includes the installation of a hangar door nearly 100 feet wide, communication becomes essential to make sure all the pieces fit together. Despite several design changes…
LifeLine Pilots Honors Outstanding Volunteers with 2026 Awards
Every LifeLine Pilots mission begins with a volunteer pilot who chooses to use their aviation skills to help a patient overcome transportation barriers to health care. Since 1981, LifeLine Pilots,…
EAA Museum Welcomes Six New Aircraft to Its Displays; Wright Brothers Banquet Features Dinner With a Catalina on December 11th
The EAA Aviation Museum in Oshkosh, Wisconsin, has expanded its exhibits with six aircraft representing important milestones in aviation history. The additions include historic military aircraft, experimental designs, and replicas…
National Aviation Hall of Fame Announces Class of 2027 Inductees; Ceremony Set for September 24 in Dayton
The National Aviation Hall of Fame (NAHF) has announced its Class of 2027, recognizing outstanding individuals whose groundbreaking contributions have helped shape aviation and aerospace history. The induction ceremony will…
WAI Announces 2027 Pioneer Hall of Fame Inductees for February 26 Ceremony in Savannah, Georgia
Women in Aviation International (WAI) has selected the 2027 inductees for its International Pioneer Hall of Fame. These three female trailblazers will be honored at the 38th Annual Women in…
Minnesota Pilots Association Opens Applications for Five $3,000 Aviation Scholarships
The Minnesota Pilots Association (MNPA) is accepting applications for its 2027 aviation scholarship program, offering five scholarships of $3,000 each to support aspiring pilots and aviation maintenance professionals. Scholarships are…