What's New
Great Lakes Region
2011 Issues
- December 15, 2011 - Cincinnati warned against closing Blue Ash Airport
- April 28, 2011 - Pilots offer changes to Minneapolis Class B airspace
- January 12, 2011 - FAA solicits pilot input on changes to Minneapolis Class B
2010 Issues
- December 1, 2010 - Airport users dig deep to save manager’s job
- November 4, 2010 - Jeppesen NavData incorrect for Chicago Class B
- October 14, 2010 - Minnesota honors GA
- September 28, 2010 - Chicago Class B changes reflected in Oct. 21 charting cycle
- September 9, 2010 - New mayor, new Meigs?
- August 26, 2010 - Proposed Detroit Class B expansion unjustified
- July 28, 2010 - Wisconsin Aviation Week celebrates AirVenture
- July 28, 2010 - Indiana restricted area to expand
- July 8, 2010 - Wind turbines can’t come at expense of airports
- July 8, 2010 - FAA seeks comments on Chicago Class B changes
- May 19, 2010 - FAA seeks comment on Detroit Class B expansion
- May 6, 2010 - FAA to restore nav options in northern Minnesota
2009 Issues
- September 24, 2009 - Tour shares story of Michigan’s airports
- June 25, 2009 - MAC turns to YouTube to promote GA airports
- June 24, 2009 - Waukesha expo showcases airport
- May 20, 2009 - Michigan considering fuel tax hike, again
- March 26, 2009 - Indiana may open lakes to public seaplane access
- February 5, 2009 - Great Lakes Conference an important stop for AOPA
- February 5, 2009 - Airport thrives after being saved from closure
- January 20, 2009 - Aviation leader presides over House on Inauguration Day
- January 16, 2009 - Expert calls for 'negotiations' on TSA plan
- January 15, 2009 - AOPA to offer seminar, meet volunteers at aviation conference
- January 8, 2009 - Public meeting on TSA's Large Aircraft Security Program
- January 7, 2009 - GPS routing increases airspace efficiency
2008 Issues
- December 22, 2008 - Michigan fuel tax on hold, for now
- December 19, 2008 - FAA grants request for more Chicago airspace meetings
- December 4, 2008 - Michigan lawmakers urged not to raise aviation fuel taxes
- October 17, 2008 - More FAA meetings on Chicago Class B expansion requested
- October 3, 2008 - AOPA opposes changes to Chicago Class B
- September 19, 2008 - FAA plans to redesign Chicago Class B airspace
- August 8, 2008 - Pilots work to prevent landing fees for GA at Indiana airport
- June 13, 2008 - FAA proposes decommissioning vital Minnesota VOR
- June 6, 2008 - Aerial military training to take place near Indianapolis
- May 23, 2008 - Minnesota raids aviation fund to balance state budget
2007 Issues
- December 21, 2007 - Long-term plan approved for Crystal Airport
- December 7, 2007 - Plan vital for Minnesota airport's future, AOPA says
- November 30, 2007 - Volunteer efforts stop landfills near Illinois airport
- November 29, 2007 - Two-for-one deal is bad for Indiana GA airports
- November 9, 2007 - AOPA opposes request to restrict more airspace in Indiana
- October 25, 2007 - Property lease at Pellston should protect airport's future
- October 12, 2007 - Michigan budget spares GA
- September 28, 2007 - Urge your senator to vote no on Michigan sales and use tax
- September 21, 2007 - Michigan tax bill would hit GA pilots in the wallet
- September 21, 2007 - Get involved: Aviation summit on FAA funding in your area
- August 3, 2007 - Two Indiana towns try to consolidate airports
- June 22, 2007 - Local congressman highlights GA research priorities
- June 8, 2007 - Chicago Executive's crosswind runway to remain open
- May 25, 2007 - Illinois tax incentive good for out-of-state aircraft owners
- May 25, 2007 - Illinois airport fund would finance improvement projects
- April 27, 2007 - Minn. aircraft insurance bill moves through legislature
- April 20, 2007 - Vote to close crosswind runway crosses AOPA, pilots
- April 13, 2007 - Aircraft stranded, airport closed pending inspection
- March 30, 2007 - Increase GA representation on MAC
- March 23, 2007 - Rep. Ehlers defends GA, opposes FAA funding plan
- March 23, 2007 - Minn. officials opt for more affordable aircraft insurance
- February 23, 2007 - Take ethanol out of the mix for aviation fuel, AOPA says
- February 2, 2007 - Minnesota bill would hurt, not help state's airline airports
- January 26, 2007 - AOPA concerned trespass law could hurt pilots
2006 Issues
- December 22, 2006 - Michigan stiffens penalties to airport trespass law
- October 27, 2006 - Schools don't belong near airports, AOPA says
- October 27, 2006 - Proposed Indiana MOA changes would hurt GA
- September 22, 2006 - AOPA members appointed to Michigan Aeronautics Commission
- September 1, 2006 - MAC to discuss Crystal Airport options
- July 21, 2006 - Uncharted MOAs explained
- May 26, 2006 - Minnesota approves sweeping aviation protections
- March 10, 2006 - Millions of dollars could go back to airport fund
- January 20, 2006 - AOPA supports tax bill that exempts sales, repairs
2005 Issues
- July 15, 2005 - GA VFR reservations not required at O'Hare
- May 20, 2005 - AOPA member speaks out on proposed airport cuts
- March 18, 2005 - AOPA works to prevent closure to Wisconsin airport
- March 4, 2005 - AOPA testifies for airport protection laws in Minnesota
2004 Issues
- August 13, 2004 - AOPA moves to protect Aurora airport users
- April 30, 2004 - AOPA warns Illinois lawmakers about budget pitfalls
