Flying With Fred: Midwest to Midsouth

By Fred Harl

This edition of Flying with Fred features some spring destinations spanning from southeastern Missouri to Tennessee. We begin with an aerial view of high river levels in local waterways around Farmington, MO. A visit to A. Paul Vance Regional Airport in nearby Fredericktown shows the recently paved taxiways, comfortable terminal building and even a flight bag and logbook dating to World War II. We conclude with a stop to see the Thunderbirds F-4E Phantom II on display at VFW Post 5146 in Athens, TN.  

General Aviation Pictorial: Review of Recent Midwest Aviation Activity

By Carmelo Turdo

The Aero Experience team has been in the air and on the road frequently this spring showcasing the great Midwest Aviation community, and many stories have been posted over the last few months. While at a location for an assignment, we also capture other aviation activity to present at a later time. Here we have another collection of general aviation aircraft engaged in pilot training, business and pleasure flying during our recent travels. As always, we hope that our work inspires our audience to experience aviation firsthand and encourage others to do the same as well!

Elite Aviation Aircraft, Spirit of St. Louis Airport, MO  

Mount Vernon Outland Airport, IL

Washington Regional Airport, MO