Airport News and Events

Airport News and Events

Schaumburg Regional Airport has received the 2018 Airport of the Year award from the Illinois Department of Transportation.

The airport was selected because of its accomplishments throughout the year, including an outstanding partnership with IDOT and a strong commitment to customer safety and satisfaction. Among the award considerations are cooperation and coordination with the state, facility safety record, promotion of seminars and aviation events, and maintenance of the facility. A total of six airports in Illinois received the honor.

No construction projects at this time.

The public is invited to all airport events, so please check back to this webpage for any future events. Over the years there have been special events conducted at the airport including:

May – October
  • Young Eagles: Experimental Aircraft Association, Chapter 790, and its members proudly sponsor the Young Eagles Day by offering free flights for youth from ages 8-17. Event rallies are held from 8:30 a.m. to 12 p.m. on the first Saturday each month at the Schaumburg Regional Airport from May through October. Flights are on a first come, first serve basis, and all attendees must be registered in advance through the Young Eagle’s website before registration is closed. Visit youngeaglesday.org for more information.
June
  • Father’s Day Pancake Breakfast: The annual Revv Aviation Father’s Day Pancake Breakfast is held in June at the Schaumburg Regional Airport FBO Hangar. Breakfast includes pancakes (with optional blueberries), scrambled eggs (with optional cheese), sausage, juice, milk, coffee, and tea.
September
  • Hops and Props: This annual event is held the third Saturday in September at the Schaumburg Regional Airport. The public is invited to attend to enjoy the local brews, drink, food, and aircraft from the Midwest. The annual event displays vintage aircraft, provides live music, food trucks, and local vendors at the Schaumburg Regional Airport Hangar and Ramp area for all to enjoy. Admittance is 21 and older, and pre-ticket sales are available early August through the day of the event.
December
  • Santa Claus Fly-In: Santa flies in by helicopter to the Schaumburg Regional Airport. Everyone is invited to welcome Santa and enjoy a breakfast buffet provided by Pilot Pete’s. This annual event takes place the first Saturday in December from 9:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. Pre-registration is required by contacting the Schaumburg Park District.