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HAPPENING THIS
MONDAY, JULY 4, 2022!!! The breakfast will be held rain or shine! Everyone is welcome! Other attractions besides the breakfast * Gun Raffle (curtesy of Smokin Gun Worx in Forreston, IL) * Kids Games/Activities (hosted by the Polo Girl Scouts) * Few other local vendors will be on display |
The ham radio event was held at the Ogle Co. Airport on June 25 & 26, 2022. Approximately 25 patrons visited and/or participated in the 24hr event. License testing was also conducted which 3 individuals received a license upgrade and 1 person is now a new licensee!
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Thank you OCPI board member, Jon Bargren, for getting a sign designed to inform everyone now that the July 4th breakfast is going to be held this year! Those who pass or stop by the airport will see the sign located near the road.
Banner designed by Prographics in Rockford, IL (https://www.pgiworldwide.com/) |
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April 4, 2022 ~ The Ogle County Pilots, Inc (OCPI) held their April board meeting last night at the club house at the Ogle Co. Airport.
There was a big turn out of members (and some potential future members)!!! The positive attitudes and enthusiasm from everyone made for a very productive meeting and voices were heard and ideas shared! OCPI meetings are open to the public for anyone wishing to attend. The next OCPI board meeting will be held Monday, May 2, 2022. Minutes from the April 4th meeting will be posted in the near future and can be located under the OCPI tab. |
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New Airport Manager Appointed!
At the January 3, 2022 OCPI meeting, a new airport manager was voted and appointed for the Ogle County Airport. Congratulations to Tj Graden as he is officially now the airport manager! Mr. Graden has been an active member of OCPI for the past several years and replaces long time manager Doug Schiller, who chose to retire from the position after 20+ years. Contact Airport Manager Tj Graden for any questions, concerns or inquires about the Ogle County Airport at 815-275-4907 or gradenair1978@gmail.com |
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January 18, 2022 ~ There was some action at the airport this evening around 10:00pm. A medical helicopter made a landing at the airport to pick up and transport a hurt individual. Keep the individual in your thoughts.
July 7, 2020 ~ A Super Cub experimental airplane, flown by a 29 year old female pilot, had to make an emergency landing at the Ogle County Airport due to lose of hydraulics. The aircraft landed wheels up. No injuries were reported.
At the Ogle County Airport, we are fortunate to have a variety of aircraft utilize the facility. An ultralight decided to visit in the evening on Sun, July 5th.
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The Mercyhealth REACT helicopter landed at the Ogle Co. Airport this morning (6/30/2020) to pick up and airlift an individual who was involved in an accident at a facility in Mt. Morris today. Prayers going to the person who was injured. Thank you Joe Garinger for capturing these pictures of the helicopter and those medical heros in action!
Young Eagle / Eagle Event Day a Success!
3 planes ~ 3 pilots ~ 15 flights
We had three OCPI pilots who gave a total of fifteen airplane rides to both kids and adults on Saturday, June 6th.
The weather was perfect for flying and those who went up got to see a beautiful view!
Thank you to everyone who came and participated in the event!
3 planes ~ 3 pilots ~ 15 flights
We had three OCPI pilots who gave a total of fifteen airplane rides to both kids and adults on Saturday, June 6th.
The weather was perfect for flying and those who went up got to see a beautiful view!
Thank you to everyone who came and participated in the event!
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2007 State of Illinois Private Airport of the Year
This award winning airport is located in the heart of the Midwest! Located 16 NM SW of Rockford, Illinois it has a wide range of aviation services and facilities suitable for both pilots and business operators. Its grass turf runway, which is kept in great condition and rolled several times throughout the flying year, makes for a perfect place to land and relax for a bit!
ARE YOU...
~A first time flyer? ~ A "rusty" pilot? ~ A kid wanting to fly?
Learn to fly at the Ogle County Airport with the Rock River Flyers (RRF) Club! The RRF is a local flying club composed of pilots of all ages. They offer flying lessons to first time flyers, to those individuals who would like to fly again, but want to first refresh their flying knowledge & to youth who have a dream to fly!
*** Click on the "RRF" tab at the top of this page to learn more about flying opportunities!***
~A first time flyer? ~ A "rusty" pilot? ~ A kid wanting to fly?
Learn to fly at the Ogle County Airport with the Rock River Flyers (RRF) Club! The RRF is a local flying club composed of pilots of all ages. They offer flying lessons to first time flyers, to those individuals who would like to fly again, but want to first refresh their flying knowledge & to youth who have a dream to fly!
*** Click on the "RRF" tab at the top of this page to learn more about flying opportunities!***
Special shout out to the Ogle County Pilots, Inc. (OCPI) who operate and maintain the Ogle County Airport. These enthusiastic pilots volunteer countless hours to provide a beautiful facility to its members and guests. All are welcome to visit anytime!
* RUNWAY = grass
* RUNWAY LENGTH = 2500 feet
* LIGHTED RUNWAY = yes (lighted via 122.9)
* PLOWED RUNWAY = no (if your plane is equipped with skies you may land)
* RUNWAY LENGTH = 2500 feet
* LIGHTED RUNWAY = yes (lighted via 122.9)
* PLOWED RUNWAY = no (if your plane is equipped with skies you may land)
Ogle Co. Airport Manager
Tj Graden
(815) 275-4907
Ogle Co. Pilots Inc. (OCPI) President
Joe Garinger
(605) 595-1838
Hangar Build or Purchase Contacts
Joe Garinger
(605) 595-1838
Tj Graden
(815) 946-3272
Tj Graden
(815) 275-4907
Ogle Co. Pilots Inc. (OCPI) President
Joe Garinger
(605) 595-1838
Hangar Build or Purchase Contacts
Joe Garinger
(605) 595-1838
Tj Graden
(815) 946-3272
