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Milwaukee Mitchell International Airport
March 2021 Newsletter
MKE WELCOMES SPIRIT AIRLINES
Have you heard? MKE has Spirit! That's because Spirit Airlines recently announced that the brightest planes in the sky will be taking off from Milwaukee this summer. The airline has added three daily nonstops from MKE to Los Angeles, Las Vegas, and Orlando. Flights begin on June 24, but that doesn't mean you have to wait till summer to plan your next vacation. Book today! Fares start at just $69 one way.
Milwaukee travelers have a new way to visit Florida this spring thanks to Southwest Airlines new nonstop service from MKE to Sarasota Bradenton International Airport. The new flights to Sarasota will be offered on Saturdays from April 17 through May 8.
And if it's Tampa or Fort Myers calling your name, we have good news! United Airlines recently announced that they will be extending their service to Tampa and Fort Myers through April 12.
Fun, Sun, and Sand With Apple and Funjet Vacations
Are you looking to beat the winter blues with a tropical getaway this spring break? Did you know that you can fly nonstop to Los Cabos, Punta Cana, or Cancun/Riviera Maya right from MKE? From now through early April, Apple Vacations and Funjet Vacations offer flights out of Milwaukee so that you can catch some much deserved sun.
Flights to Los Cabos operate Fridays from now through April 2. Flights to Punta Cana operate Wednesdays from now through April 7. Flights to Cancun operate on Tuesdays, Thursdays, and Sundays from now through April 8.
WallyPark Airport Parking Closure
WallyPark Airport Parking is permanently closed. MKE is welcoming former WallyPark customers by allowing WallyPark gift cards, Groupons, and loyalty points to be redeemed for daily parking at MKE! Anyone with future trips planned can still enjoy covered parking with no shuttle required by parking in Daily Parking at MKE.
Trunk To Terminal Service Now Available at MKE
MKE even offers 'Trunk to Terminal' parking service if you're taking a winter flight to a warm weather destination! How does it work?
When you choose MKE's SuperSaver Parking, you will be picked up at your car which eliminates the need to drag your luggage to a shelter. Once on the shuttle, our parking ambassadors will give you a card to identify your vehicle's location. Upon returning to MKE, you'll be dropped right off at your vehicle!
SuperSaver Parking is priced at just $8 per day.
VALENTINE'S GIVEAWAY WINNER ANNOUNCED
Love was in the air this Valentine's Day -- quite literally thanks to a special contest on MKE's social media pages. After dozens of submissions from people sharing a picture of their favorite adventure with their loved one -- a winner has been picked!
Congratulations to Sandy and Michael Kaufman who will now be enjoying a Discovery Flight at Milwaukee County's Timmerman Airport.
For more fun contests, find us on Facebook!
Honoring African American Aviators Who Made History
This February, MKE highlighted the many contributions of African American aviators throughout the years. Biographies on Captain Joseph 'Pete' Peterson, Lt. Col. Marcella Ng, Major Robert Lawrence, and Lt. Alfred Gorham are available for you to check out on MKE's social media pages!
And, did you know that MKE has a special exhibit honoring Wisconsin's only Tuskegee Airmen? Visit The Mitchell Gallery of Flight today to learn more -- the museum is free and open to the public inside the main terminal.
A special thank you to WISN News for covering the life and legacy of Lt. Gorham this Black History Month.
SPRING PHOTOGRAPHY CONTEST
MKE is excited to announce that now through April 15, the Airport is hosting a contest for spotters on social media! We want to see your photo that best captures airplanes and the changing of seasons here at MKE. The winner will receive a free Discovery Flight redeemable at Milwaukee County's Timmerman Airport. The top three photos will also be featured in the next Mitchell Memo Newsletter and the winners will receive some great MKE swag. We can't wait to see what you do! Follow MKE's social media channels for more information in the coming weeks!
Kindness Week Spotlight
MKE loves recognizing those employees who go above and beyond to help our travelers. This is Eric who recently helped a traveler recover their lost laptop.
"I travel MKE pretty frequently and always have a good experience, but he really made me appreciative of the kindness of their staff, thank you again Eric, and as well as the whole TSA team."
Way to go, Eric! Have you recently had a pleasant experience at MKE? Email social@mitchellairport.com and tell us all about it! We might just feature your kind comments in the next issue.
New TSA Scanners at MKE
TSA recently debuted new technology to help keep you safe throughout your traveling journey here at MKE.
Travelers will no longer hand their ID and boarding pass to an agent. Instead, they will insert their own ID into the new CAT unit which helps to eliminate touchpoints and the chance for fraudulent IDs!
The new technology is just one more way that MKE is aiming to keep both officers and passengers safe during COVID-19.
"COME, REST, RENEW" AT THE MKE MEDITATION ROOM
The MKE Meditation Room, found near the Daily Parking Moving Walkway, is a sacred space for private meditation, prayer, and public worship services. The Meditation Room is open 24/7.
The MKE Airport Meditation Room Board of Directors would like to express their empathy during the COVID-19 crisis and extend an invitation to those who need to "come, rest, and renew." All travelers, airport personnel, and those experiencing stress and grief can come seek solace and feel welcomed in this special room.
MKE SHOWS LOVE THIS VALENTINES DAY
MKE just wouldn't be MKE without the great passengers who come through each day. To show our love and appreciation, the MKE team surprised passengers with goodie bags this Valentine's Day as part of 'Random Acts of MKE!'
Each bag contained some fun logo swag like branded hand sanitizer, face masks, bears for the kids, and more!
We're so glad we got to help bring a smile to passengers faces and we hope to surprise you the next time you choose MKE.
Award Winning Snow Teams
It's been a snowy winter here in Wisconsin! It's nothing that our crews haven't prepared for, though. So far, our crews have dealt with 46 inches of snow and 14 official snow events!
We would like to give a very special thank you to MKE's award-winning snow removal teams for their long hours, hard work, and dedication to keeping passengers safe this winter. The work doesn't stop when the snow stops and we couldn't have done it without you!
Dates Announced for Summer Fun at Timmerman!
Each year, two free family-friendly events are held at Milwaukee County's Timmerman Airport!
This year's 5th annual Flour Drop Contest will take place at 10 a.m. on Saturday, June 5.
And, this year's 9th annual Spot Landing Contest will take place at 10 a.m. on Saturday, September 18.
The events are open to the public and complimentary refreshments will be provided. We hope to see you there!
Missing Something at MKE?
Have you lost something and think there's a possibility it could be at MKE? If so, we are here to help! Fill out the easy form below to report something you think was left behind at the Airport, and we'll get back to you with a response as soon as possible!
5300 South Howell Ave. Milwaukee, WI 53207
