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WISCONSIN
Chippewa Valley Regional Airport, Eau Claire, WI (EAU): We are located 136.1 nautical miles west northwest of Oshkosh. Heartland Aviation, www.heartlandaviation.com, is our friendly full service FBO and will offer a $0.25 discount on the posted retail price of 100LL fuel and Jet A for all those flying to Oshkosh for EAA AirVenture 2012. Hours of operation are 5 a.m. to 10 p.m., phone number 715-835-3181. Connell's II Restaurant located in the terminal building offers a full menu serving from 6 a.m. to 9 p.m. with daily specials. Tower operational 05:30 to 20:30 local time. Frequencies: Tower/CTAF 118.575, Ground 120.925. Visit our website at www.chippewavalleyairport.com.
Jet Air Group, Austin Straubel International Airport, Green Bay, WI (GRB): Avoid the congestion in Oshkosh and stay with us in Green Bay. Oshkosh is an easy 50 mile drive down Highway 41. We are a full service FBO offering 100LL & Jet-A fuel, maintenance, avionics, rental cars, FBO negotiated hotel discounts, free high speed wireless internet, aeronautical charts, and comfortable pilot's lounge. Overnight hangar space and ramp tie-downs are also available. We are offering $.25/gallon 100LL discount for Oshkosh travelers; please ask for the AirVenture fuel discount. Discount available during normal business hours only. fbo@jetairservices.net; 920-494-2669; Unicom 122.95, ATIS 124.1; www.jetairgroup.com
Mauston-New Lisbon Union Airport, New Lisbon, WI (82C): Just 30 minutes due west of Oshkosh, stop, stretch, and fill with fuel. We have 100LL and Jet-A on the field. Call 608-565-2136 or 608-547-6503 for current fuel prices. Relax before entering the pattern at Oshkosh. Should you want to spend the evening you can stay at one of our local motels, call for reservations: Super 8 - 800-800-8000 or 608-847-2300 (local); Travelers Inn - 608-562-5141; Country Inn - 800-456-4000 or 608-847-5959 (local). Welcome, stay, rest, and enjoy your week in Wisconsin.
Dodge County Airport, Juneau, WI (UNU) - Heading to AirVenture but want to avoid flying the arrival at OSH? The Dodge County Airport is located 34.4 miles south of OSH on the 189° radial from the Oshkosh VOR. The friendly staff at Wisconsin Aviation provides full service fueling of 100LL and Jet-A, on field maintenance and assistance with rental car and area hotel reservations. Ground transportation to local shopping, restaurants and hotels is available. Free on-field camping is available. Try us once and you'll keep coming back! For more information, please contact Wisconsin Aviation 800-319-0907, E-mail us: mary.gasper@wisconsinaviation.com or visit us online www.wisconsinaviation.com.
Batten International Airport, Racine, WI (RAC): Batten International Airport in Racine is an excellent place to stop going to or from AirVenture. We are located 84 nautical miles south of OSH and south and outside of the Milwaukee Class C airspace. We have a friendly staff and offer full service fuel at a great price. Currently our price for 100LL is $4.49 per gallon. We have arranged 50% discounts at several motel in the area and have two courtesy cars available.
Wings Air Charter LLC, Alexander Field, Wisconsin Rapids, WI (ISW): Located 60 miles WNW of Oshkosh. Hangar space available for 150s to corporate jets. Sport pilot training in our 2012 Cessna 162 Skycatcher or SeaPlane instruction in our Lake Buccaneer. Visit our website at www.wingsaircharter.com or find us on Facebook at www.facebook.com/wingsaircharter. E-mail: wings@wctc.net. Phone: 715-424-3737.
ARKANSAS
Summit Aviation, Bentonville, AR (VBT): We are located in the northwest corner of the natural state. For those of you traveling to AirVenture 2012 make Summit Aviation part of your adventure. We are a full service FBO with plenty of overnight tie downs and no ramp fees. Tell our FBO staff that you are heading to Oshkosh and they will give you 0.50 off each gallon of full service 100LL. Also be sure to visit our website at www.IFLYSummit.com.
Summit Aviation, Springdale, AR (ASG): We are a full service FBO located in the northwest corner of Arkansas. With plenty of ramp space, tie downs and hangar space and a café on the field we would be a great stop for those traveling to OshKosh. Tell the FBO staff you’re on your way and we will be happy to give you $0.50 off each gallon of full service 100LL. Be sure to visit our website, www.IFLYSummit.com, for more information.
CANADA
Sarnia Chris Hadfield Airport, Sarnia, ON (CYZR): We are the perfect last stop for all traffic westbound en route to AirVenture, as well as the perfect spot for clearing customs for Canadians flying back to east. We offer 100LL (get a free bottle of wine with fuel purchase of 100 lts or more). We have most oils, weather available for pilots, pilot shop, and restaurants are a quick drive up the road. We are an ATF 123.00, AWOS 119.125 with asphalt runways 32/14, 5,100 ft by 100, ARCAL K,ILS; runways 23/05, 2,990 ft by 75, no lighting or approaches. Large ramp area for overnights. Some tiedowns are available (bringing your own is recommended). Limited hangar space can be available with prior notice. Many hotels within 5 minutes of the airport. For more information, call Huron Flight Centre at 519-542-6599 or e-mail jason@huronflightcentre.com. We are 280 nm almost directly east of OSH.
COLORADO
Peak Flight Support, Greeley-Weld County Airport, Greeley, CO (GXY): We will offer 10 cents off per gallon of gas. Phone: 970-336-3010. E-mail: peakfbo@gmail.com or harris_susan@msn.com.
GEORGIA
Heaven's Landing, Clayton, GA (GE99): Location: 3.5 nm northwest of Clayton, Georgia. Elevation: 2,724 msl. Runway orientation: 5 & 23. Length: 5,069 feet. Surface: Paved Concrete. Frequency: 122.90 CTAF. Fuel: Self Service 100LL and Jet A (prices listed on www.airnav.com). Special Offer: Free lunch to any pilot and crew with the purchase of 25 gallons or more of either 110 LL or Jet A fuel. Phone: 706-212-0017, e-mail: mike@heavenslanding.com, website: www.heavenslanding.com.
ILLINOIS
Erie Airpark, Erie, IL (3H5): We have a clubhouse and auto gas on-site. Primitive overnite camping welcome. Fly in or drive in, no charge for camping! Jim Robinson, FBO, Sport Pilot, and Challenger dealer. 309-230-0944, www.erieairpark.com.
INDIANA
Anderson Municipal Airport, Anderson, IN (AID): Offers MOGAS, without ethanol, at very competitive pricing. Make a day at Anderson. Courtesy cars available, casino nearby, free transportation. 765-648-6292.
Century Aviation, DeKalb County Airport, Auburn, IN (GWB): Your preferred Indiana fuel stop! We are a full service FBO located in NE Indiana offering AirBP fuels, maintenance, Hertz rental cars, FBO negotiated hotel discounts, free high speed wireless internet, aeronautical charts, and comfortable pilot's lounge. Overnight hangar space and ramp tiedowns are also available. We are offering $.25/gallon 100LL discount for Oshkosh travelers; please ask for the AirVenture fuel discount. Discount available during normal business hours only. 260-927-1845; Unicom 123.0, AWOS 124.15; www.flywithcentury.com
IOWA
Dubuque Jet Center, Dubuque,
IA (DBQ): Located 134 nautical miles SW of OSH, Dubuque Jet Center is open 5:30 a.m. to 10 p.m. and offering these specials and features July 19-31:
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50 cents per gallon discount on self-serve 100LL - bathroom located nearby
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30 cents per gallon discount on full-serve 100LL & Jet
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Discounts on rental cars and local hotels with free shuttle service to and from the airport
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Great restaurant located next door on the field
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Free coffee, comfortable lounge areas, WSI weather
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Tie downs and hangar space available
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Aircraft maintenance and repair facility on the field
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Scenic Dubuque offers casinos, greyhound racing, Mississippi River cruises, and fine restaurants
On July 18-22, the North American Trainers Association T-6s will be here. Stop in to admire their aircraft and say hi to your NATA friends. See our website at FlyDBQ.com. Call us at 563-589-4136.
MICHIGAN
Avflight Saginaw, MBS International Airport, Freeland, MI (KMBS): UNICOM 122.95. Located 203 miles due east of Oshkosh, we are the ideal fuel stop en route to AirVenture 2012. Avflight Saginaw's brand new facility will meet all of your needs. All traffic to/from AirVenture will receive a $0.25/gallon discount. Free hot dogs, soft drinks, water available during your visit. U.S. Customs agents on the airfield are extremely efficient and friendly. Avflight is a 24/7 facility that offers cold/heated hangar space (upon request), an experienced maintenance department, discounted hotel/rental car rates, and a crew car. Let us make your AirVenture 2012 experience more convenient. Call us at 800-227-7907 or e-mail csrsaginaw@avflight.com.
Jack Barstow Airport, Midland, MI (KIKW): Eastern gateway to the Great Lakes and Oshkosh. For your convenience: AWOS, 119.525; 24 hr self-serve 100 LL and Jet A, also full service Jet A fuel truck; hangar space and tie-downs, GPS and VOR approaches; wireless internet, courtesy car, complimentary beverages, snacks and ice cream for "Oshkosh Week", July 19-29. Conveniently located within 2 miles of KIKW are: 6 hotel/motels including Holiday Inn and Hampton Inn; over 20 restaurants including Bob Evans, Bennigan’s, Applebee’s; many shopping locations including Midland Mall, Target, and Wal-Mart. Local attractions to take in on the way to and from AirVenture 2012 ** Riverdays Festival (7/20-21) ** Michigan Antique & Collectible Festival (7/21-22) ** Great Lakes Loons Baseball ** Chippewa Nature Center ** Dow Gardens ** Midland Center for the Arts. Our staff is waiting to greet you and assist in any way we can to make your stay with us convenient and comfortable. Contact us at: 989-835-3231 or 989-615-1103, JT@BarstowAirport.com. Compliments of Midland EAA Chapter 1093 and Quality Aviation Services.
MINNESOTA
Rushford Aviation, Rushford Municipal Airport, Rushford, MN (55Y):
Rushford Municipal Airport, a small airport in a rural setting in southeastern Minnesota, and Rushford Aviation (Mike and Barb Thern), the FBO operators, invite you to enjoy a pleasant and relaxing stop on your trip to or from AirVenture 2012. You will find peaceful underwing camping, a double-wide house that serves as the lounge including a full kitchen and batrooms with a shower, a courtesy car and credit card access 100LL Avgas at the best price in the area. AirVenture is about 200 miles due east and the course to Ripon is almost drawn on the ground with fencelines.
Fleming Field, South St. Paul, MN (KSGS): We welcome you to visit on your way to AirVenture 2012! Fleming Field is conveniently located just a 10 minute drive from downtown St. Paul, Minneapolis/St. Paul International Airport, and the Mall of America, or 15 minutes from downtown Minneapolis. Spend the night and be refreshed for the short leg into the hornets' nest. Our airport can offer you one of the lowest fuel prices in the area, with full and self service fuel on Jet A (with prist), Mogas, and 100LL. We are offering free tie-down spaces during AirVenture for those traveling to and from the event. In addition to our courtesy car, there are rental cars and several hotels with shuttle vans to choose from. Rest up in our comfortable terminal building, or tour the aviation museums on the field during your stay. Please call or visit our website for more information, including accommodations, current fuel pricing, airport businesses, and attractions, at www.flemingfield.com or 651-554-3350.
OHIO
Jefferson County Airport, Steubenville, OH (2G2): Located 30 miles SW of Greater Pittsburgh Airport, provides a complete stop over for pilot's en route to and from AirVenture. Tie downs, overnight hangars, and 24 hour rest rooms are available. Fuel is available 24 hours a day through our Fuel Master credit card system and a special 100LL discount is offered during business hours; just tell us that you are attending AirVenture. Alcohol-free 90 octane mogas available during business hours. Your passengers can relax in our comfortable lobby while you attend to the details of your trip in our flight planning room or via WiFi. See our website at www.jeffersoncountyairpark.org for current fuel prices and links to lodging and car rental.
TENNESSEE
Rediair Flight Support, Lebanon Municipal Airport, Lebanon, TN (M54):
Heading to AirVenture 2012? Consider stopping at M54 in beautiful Middle Tennessee. Rediair Flight Support will have discounts on Avgas and Jet-A for EAA members. There is a Hampton Inn, Outback Steakhouse, Chili's, and Subway within walking distance. Hertz and Enterprise rental cars are available on-site. RediAir also has a courtesy car available. Camping is permitted on field and showers are available by prior arrangement. Hangar space available. Visit our website at www.rediairfbo.com for additional information or contact RediAir Flight Support at 615-444-0031. M54 information: 1/19 5,000 ft. paved, 4/22 1,800 ft. turf (in good condition), located 25 miles east of Nashville (Music City USA).
UTAH
Utah Jet Center, Logan-Cache Airport, Logan, UT (KLGU): We welcome all AirVenture 2012 and EAA pilots to make a stop at Utah Jet Center. Located 60 miles north of Salt Lake City. Stop at Utah Jet Center where you will be greeted with friendly service, a cold bottle of water, and a $0.30 discount on full-serve fuel! Website: www.utahjetcenter.com. E-mail: utahjetcenter@yahoo.com
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