Mason City Municipal Airport

Mason City Municipal Airport The official page for the Mason City Municipal Airport, North Iowa's Gateway to the World!

Come and see what the Mason City Municipal Airport has to offer. Free parking, free wifi, easy access, streamlined security and competitive airfare are just a few of the reasons why you should Fly MCW!

09/11/2026

And a word from the sponsors...

Thanks AOPA: your freedom to flyfor helping make the 2026 World Aerobatic Championships at Mason City Municipal Airport possible.

✈️ DID YOU KNOW JUST HOW BIG CHICAGO O’HARE IS?Every day, Mason City Municipal Airport connects North Iowa to Chicago O’...
09/09/2026

✈️ DID YOU KNOW JUST HOW BIG CHICAGO O’HARE IS?

Every day, Mason City Municipal Airport connects North Iowa to Chicago O’Hare International Airport (ORD) — one of the largest and most important aviation hubs in the world.

But just how big is O’Hare?

🛫 8 active runways — O’Hare has more commercial runways than any other airport in the world.

📍 7,200+ acres — that’s more than 11 square miles of airport property.

🛬 More than 860,000 takeoffs and landings in 2025 — that's an average of nearly one aircraft movement every 37 seconds.

🚪 199 gates across its terminals.

🌎 280+ nonstop destinations around the world.

✈️ 2,600+ daily flights connecting Chicago with communities across the United States and destinations around the globe.

O’Hare is so large that its airfield includes runways ranging from 7,500 feet to 13,000 feet long — and its longest runway is more than twice the length of Mason City Municipal Airport’s longest runway.

And this massive aviation operation is directly accessible from right here in North Iowa.

Our daily United Express service to Chicago O’Hare puts the world at your fingertips — whether you're traveling for business, visiting family, taking a vacation, or connecting to destinations around the globe.

North Iowa’s Gateway to the World starts right here. 🌎

✈️ ONLY TWO DAYS LEFT!There are just two days remaining in the TSA PreCheck® Enrollment Event at Mason City Municipal Ai...
09/03/2026

✈️ ONLY TWO DAYS LEFT!

There are just two days remaining in the TSA PreCheck® Enrollment Event at Mason City Municipal Airport, sponsored by IDEMIA!

📅 September 1–4
📍 Mason City Municipal Airport

Appointments are still available, but time is running out! If you’ve been putting off enrolling in TSA PreCheck®, now is the time to get it done while the enrollment event is right here at your local airport.

⏰ Don’t wait — this event ends September 4!

👉 Sign up online:
https://tsaenrollmentbyidemia.tsa.dhs.gov/programs/precheck

🏆 THAT’S A WRAP ON THE 2026 WORLD AEROBATIC CHAMPIONSHIP! 🇺🇸✈️🇫🇷With last night’s closing ceremony at the legendary Surf...
09/03/2026

🏆 THAT’S A WRAP ON THE 2026 WORLD AEROBATIC CHAMPIONSHIP! 🇺🇸✈️🇫🇷

With last night’s closing ceremony at the legendary Surf Ballroom & Museum, the 2026 World Aerobatic Championships has officially come to a close.

And what a championship it was!

🥇 Florent Oddon of the French Aerobatics Unlimited Team has done it again!

At the 33rd FAI World Aerobatic Championship in Mason City, Iowa, held August 24–September 2, Oddon secured his third consecutive World Champion title.

Already a two-time champion in 2022 and 2024, Oddon has now made history as the first pilot ever to win three consecutive FAI World Aerobatic Championships. An extraordinary accomplishment in one of aviation’s most demanding disciplines. 🏆🏆🏆

🇫🇷 FRANCE ALSO TAKES THE TEAM TITLE!

The French Unlimited Aerobatic Team claimed first place in the team championship, powered by the outstanding performances of:

✈️ Florent Oddon
✈️ Mikaela Brageot
✈️ Sébastien Souchet

Their combined scores once again placed France at the very top of the world stage.

But while the competition may be over, we know that an event of this magnitude doesn't happen because of the pilots alone.

❤️ A HUGE THANK YOU TO OUR COMMUNITY!

This championship would not have been possible without the magnificent support of the General Aviation community at Mason City Municipal Airport, the incredible volunteers who gave their time and energy, and the communities of Mason City and Clear Lake who welcomed competitors, teams, spectators, and visitors from around the world.

And a very special thank you to Wayne and Heidi Forbes, who worked tirelessly to organize and bring this world-class event to North Iowa in just over two months. Their dedication and determination were nothing short of remarkable.

From competitors and crews to volunteers, airport staff, spectators, sponsors, and our entire community — THANK YOU for making history with us. 🇺🇸

What an incredible few weeks for North Iowa, for aviation, and for the Mason City Municipal Airport.

Until next time… keep looking up! ✈️

[VERSION FR/EN] 🇫🇷 MERCI MASON CITY ! 🇺🇸✈️Alors que les WAC 2026 touchent à leur fin, un immense merci à toute l’organis...
09/02/2026

[VERSION FR/EN]

🇫🇷 MERCI MASON CITY ! 🇺🇸✈️

Alors que les WAC 2026 touchent à leur fin, un immense merci à toute l’organisation des World Aerobatic Championships 2026 et à l’aéroport municipal de Mason City pour l’accueil exceptionnel réservé à l’Équipe de France de Voltige Aérienne.

Les infrastructures et les nombreuses attentions mises à notre disposition nous ont permis d’évoluer dans des conditions idéales, favorisant performance, récupération et bien-être de toute l’équipe.

Un grand merci à Wayne Forbes , Contest Director, et à pour leur aide et leur accompagnement, ainsi qu’à tous les bénévoles, photographes et équipes de l’aéroport.

Et une mention spéciale pour les repas du Rosy’s Hangar, qui ont été de précieux moments de convivialité au quotidien.

La performance est un travail d’équipe. Merci à toutes celles et ceux qui ont contribué à cette magnifique aventure.

🇫🇷 Merci Mason City. Merci Iowa. ❤️✈️

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🇫🇷 THANK YOU, MASON CITY! 🇺🇸✈️

As WAC 2026 come to an end, a huge thank you to the entire World Aerobatic Championships 2026 organization and to Mason City Municipal Airport for the outstanding welcome given to the French Aerobatic Team.

The facilities and all the attention to detail allowed us to perform in the best possible conditions, supporting performance, recovery, and team well-being.

A special thank you to Wayne Forbes, Contest Director, and Craig Gifford, as well as to all the volunteers, photographers, and airport staff.

And a special mention to Rosy’s Hangar ✈️ for the great meals and daily moments of togetherness.

Performance is a team effort. Thank you to everyone who made this experience possible.

🇫🇷 Thank you, Mason City. Thank you, Iowa. ❤️✈️

Photos : .blois - EPQAAE

FFA- Fédération Française Aéronautique
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2026 World Aerobatic Championships


✈️ TSA PreCheck® Enrollment Event Starts Today!Today is the first day of the TSA PreCheck® Enrollment Event at Mason Cit...
09/01/2026

✈️ TSA PreCheck® Enrollment Event Starts Today!

Today is the first day of the TSA PreCheck® Enrollment Event at Mason City Municipal Airport, sponsored by IDEMIA!

📅 September 1–4

Appointments are still available! Don’t miss this convenient opportunity to enroll in TSA PreCheck® right here at your local airport.

👉 Sign up online:
https://tsaenrollmentbyidemia.tsa.dhs.gov/programs/precheck

✈️ No Aerobatic Flying Today — September 1There will be no aerobatic flying today at the 2026 World Aerobatic Championsh...
09/01/2026

✈️ No Aerobatic Flying Today — September 1

There will be no aerobatic flying today at the 2026 World Aerobatic Championship.

Programme 4 was completed yesterday afternoon, and competitors are now preparing for Programme 5 — the final Freestyle programme on Wednesday, September 2, from 10:00 AM to 12:00 PM.

Thank you to everyone who has come out to Mason City Municipal Airport to cheer on and support these incredible competitors! Your enthusiasm and support have helped make this a truly special event. 🇺🇸✈️🌎

Here are the current competition results: 👇

We hope to see you tomorrow for the final programme and the conclusion of the 2026 World Aerobatic Championship!

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9184 265th Street
Clear Lake, IA
50428

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Monday 7am - 8pm
Tuesday 7am - 8pm
Wednesday 7am - 8pm
Thursday 7am - 8pm
Friday 7am - 8pm
Saturday 10am - 8pm
Sunday 7am - 8pm

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+16414213680

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