A major safety project is underway this summer at Willard Airport, realigning a taxiway that connects the airline terminal, FlightStar, and the Parkland College Institute of Aviation with two of the Airport’s runways. The taxiway had what inspectors called, “non-standard geometry.” In other words, it connected to the runways in spots that the Federal Aviation […]
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Community Raises More than $800,000 for Vacation-Focused Service
To date, community organizations and the University of Illinois have pledged more than $800,000 in funds for service on ultra-low cost carriers to destinations in Florida, Arizona, and Nevada. The Airport is in the process of presenting business cases for service to carriers with interest. Willard Airport’s Executive Director was joined by the CEO of […]
Continue ReadingNew Study Shows Champaign County Generates Almost One Million Passengers per Year
Demand for service in Champaign County, and at Willard Airport, has fully recovered to pre-pandemic levels. A new passenger study, completed with data from 2023, shows that the County generates almost 2,700 passengers per day. But fewer passengers are using Willard Airport because there simply aren’t enough flights. While virtually all flights between Willard and […]
Continue ReadingIDOT’s 2023 Primary Airport of the Year
The Illinois Department of Transportation has named Willard Airport the 2023 Primary Airport of the Year for the State of Illinois. The Award is given to the top commercial service airport in the State with more than 10,000 passenger boardings each year. Willard beat out all other airports across the State, including Midway and O’Hare […]
Continue ReadingNew Rental Car Wash Facility
Construction is complete on the $2.3 million rental car service facility at Willard Airport. The “quick turnaround” facility is designed to expedite cleaning and maintenance processes, allowing for a faster turnaround time for the vehicles. After a customer returns a rental car, the company brings it to the quick turnaround facility. Rental car staff inspect […]
Continue ReadingSummer Travel Tips: Make Sure to Drop Your Bags On Time
Willard Airport will serve about 525 passengers per day, each day, this summer. Expect a busier terminal than you’ve seen for the last few years. And make sure to arrive early, because American will no longer accept any checked bags delivered 45 minutes, or less, before departure. If you aren’t checking a bag, make sure […]
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