Jefferson County, IL - 2003 Community Profile

The Mt. Vernon Airport is a major regional airport providing a full range of aircraft support services. Runway 5/23 is over 6,000 feet, and 15/33 is over 3,000 feet. Runways and taxiways are all paved, and the ramp can accommodate numerous visitors and overnight guests. Guests of the Mt. Vernon Airport have included Air Force One, the Blue Angels, the Goodyear Blimp, a flight of five Taylorcraft on their way to Oshkosh, Wisconsin and many other illustrious visitors. The airport offers ILS, GSP and VOR approaches; HIRL, VASI, AWOS, PCL and Unicom. Strategically located, with fast service, non-congested airspace and easy access in all weather conditions, the Mt. Vernon Airport is a convenient option for visitors and based aircraft of all categories.

Rental aircraft available include Cessna 150; 172; and a fully-instrumented, certified 182. Flight instruction is available, and a formal ground course is offered. There is an instrument simulator on-site, as well as private areas for instructors and students to conduct pre-flight and post-flight briefings. The Mt. Vernon Airport is a great place to learn how to fly or to improve your flying skills.

Williams Aviation offers complete aircraft maintenance services. Dave Williams, IA, A&P can handle everything from routine maintenance, periodic checks and annuals to unexpected repairs and major overhauls. Dave works with students from Southern Illinois University, which attests to the quality and competency of his work. He has been working on aircraft for over 20 years and is ready to take care of your airplane in his Mt. Vernon Airport facility.

New to Mt. Vernon Airport this year is Linda’s Restaurant. Offering a complete menu, Linda’s has something for every taste. From breakfast, lunch and dinner to special-events catering services, Linda’s can satisfy of all your dining appetites. Phone in your order to Unicom, and Linda’s will have it ready and waiting for you at the FBO when you stop to refuel. Drop in for dinner on the patio; enjoy the sunset and watch the runways light up while you enjoy a fine meal.

Air Evac Medical Flight Services is based at the Mt. Vernon Airport. You may see the helicopter on the ramp or tucked into a hangar. The crew’s living quarters are on-site, and they are on call 24 hours a day, seven days a week to take care of any medical emergency. The Mt. Vernon Airport is proud to give them a home.

Flightline Aero Services offers a full range of FBO services; 100LL and JetA are available by truck. The FBO operates from 6 a.m. to 8 p.m. daily, with call-out services available after hours. Chart services, a flight-planning room, weather services, a pilots’ lounge, restrooms, snack machines and an exercise facility are available at the FBO.

The Mt. Vernon Airport supports numerous community activities with a wide array of space and services. A fully stocked fishing lake accommodates several fishing tournaments. Specially wired electrical outlets support various home shows and the American Cancer Society’s annual Jefferson County Cancer Walk. Hangars are utilized for dances, church groups and meetings. Walking trails and picnic areas are available in a beautiful, natural setting. Facilities are also available for meetings, reunions, receptions and family gatherings.

The Airport also offers hangar space for based and visiting aircraft. Visitors such as the performers of the Mt. Vernon Airshow and An Air Odyssey enjoy the facilities, as well as those participating in the Experimental Aircraft Association Chapter’s annual Fly-In and the Civil Air Patrol.

The Mt. Vernon Airport is here to meet all your flying needs, as well as to provide many other personal and community services. This first-class facility is well worth a visit.