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With thousands of flights a year, we serve Western Nebraska and Eastern Wyoming with the best air service and help spur economic growth in our community. Honored to be awarded Nebraska’s 2024 AIRPORT OF THE YEAR Thank you for flying with us! Learn More Anchor 1 HITCH A RIDE! - Since 1932 - Skip the drive, extra cost, and long lines by flying Scottsbluff – your gateway to the world! With daily flights to Denver, it’s easier than ever to connect to Las Vegas, Dallas, Phoenix, and beyond. BOOK FLIGHT HITCH A RIDE! WESTERN NEBRASKA REGIONAL AIRPORT WELCOMES YOU TO SCOTTSBLUFF AND GERING Where we pride ourselves on our quick lines, stress-free check ins, and a friendly atmosphere. Whether you are flying for business or pleasure, we are confident that we will exceed your expectations. Below you will find not only what you'll love about our #BFFAIRPORT, but also the wonderful activities in the surrounding area. BOOK FLIGHT LOCAL AMENITIES EXPLORE OUR TOWN EXPLORE ROOM TO BREATHE EXPLORE THE TERMINAL Find all your passenger information. Learn about our history, parking, security, check-in information, shopping, airport restaurants, and much more. We are dedicated to give you a smooth and stress-free experience. Inside 360° Tour Track your Flight Denver Terminal Map What to expect Covid Regulations FAQ FedEx Dropbox Public Restrooms Conference Rooms Free Parking Free WiFi ATM LEARN MORE OUR FLYING COMMUNITY We wouldn't be here if it wasn't for the support from all of our followers. Thank you for flying with us through the highs and lows. STAY UP TO DATE WITH YOUR #BFFTERMINAL Make sure to push that LIKE BUTTON Need travel advice? Travel planning can be overwhelming—why do it alone? Visit Magical Moments Vacations and let them handle the research for you. They'll guide you from start to finish, making sure your vacation is seamless and stress-free! Learn more Call WYOBRASKA! Begin your journey in Scottsbluff, Nebraska. Whether you are local or visiting, we invite you to explore the wonderful attractions that our surrounding areas have to offer. VISITORS HERTZ CAR RENTALS We are inside the airport for when you land. You can also call or see our website for rentals. LEARN MORE BARS, HOTELS, AND RESTAURANTS Our town has unique local amenities. Come and enjoy a warm meal, some local wine, and a warm bed. LEARN MORE SCOTTS BLUFF NATIONAL MONUMENT No one can come to this area without a close up look at the bluff that all wanted to see traveling to the West! LEARN MORE LOCALS ROMA ITALIAN RESTAURANT Your invited to authentic Italian food such as lasagna, pizza, stromboli, spaghetti, salad, homemade bread, and so much more! LEARN MORE ROBBINS AVIATION Providing flight training, aircraft/flight department management and aircraft sales and acquisition. LEARN MORE VALLEY AIRWAYS Whether you are looking to fulfill your dream of learning to fly or needing a fueling quick turn for your business jet flight, we can make it happen. LEARN MORE MORE FUN JUST AROUND THE CORNER

Raul Aguallo is a lifelong WyoBraska native. He was born in Scottsbluff, grew up in Torrington with his parents, Domingo S. and Mary Esther Aguallo. He graduated from Torrington High School. Later, he attended the University of Wyoming and Chadron State College where he received his secondary education. Raul was the Airport Operations Supervisor for his first 16 years at Western Nebraska Regional Airport and became the Airport Director in 2018. Raul is involved in the Scottsbluff Kiwanis Club, sits on the City of Scottsbluff Board of Adjustment and sits on the Kiwanis Foundation Board. He was also a former Chairman of the Local Emergency Planning Committee. Raul is married to Angela, an educator at Bluffs Middle School and has three sons, Nathan, Jacob and Aaron and two beautiful granddaughters, Brooklynn and Harper along with his newest grandson, Felix Raul Aguallo Airport Director Raul Aguallo is a lifelong WyoBraska native. He was born in Scottsbluff, grew up in Torrington with his parents, Domingo S. and Mary Esther Aguallo. He graduated from Torrington High School. Later, he attended the University of Wyoming and Chadron State College where he received his secondary education. Raul was the Airport Operations Supervisor for his first 16 years at Western Nebraska Regional Airport and became the Airport Director in 2018. Raul is involved in the Scottsbluff Kiwanis Club, sits on the City of Scottsbluff Board of Adjustment and sits on the Kiwanis Foundation Board. He was also a former Chairman of the Local Emergency Planning Committee. Raul is married to Angela, an educator at Bluffs Middle School and has three sons, Nathan, Jacob and Aaron and two beautiful granddaughters, Brooklynn and Harper along with his newest grandson, Felix Home Next

ROMA ITALIAN RESTAURANT Authentic Italian food….Lasagna, Pizza, Stromboli, Spaghetti, Salad, Home Made Bread and so much more! With 20 years of experience cooking in the finest restaurants, our chef is excited to present their vision to you and all our guests. Our caring and committed staff will ensure you have a fantastic experience with us. Special Events and Catering Our restaurant is available for private events: weddings, business lunches, dinners, cocktail receptions, and more. We would love to discuss how to be a part of your next event. Seasonal and Local We refuse to compromise on quality in our restaurant. That's why we source our fresh ingredients from local farmers' markets. http://www.romascottsbluff.com/ (308) 633-ROMA (7662) Roma Italian Restaurant Menu

Our zoo is a great place to observe up close native and exotic animals and learn about the importance of protecting wildlife and their habitats. Come and check out the petting zoo, splash pad, playground, and dino dig. This center is 22 acres with over 170 native and exotic animals. See website for details. Riverside Discovery Center Outdoor Activities, Kid Friendly We promise you'll have a wild time while at this zoo! Our zoo is a great place to observe up close native and exotic animals and learn about the importance of protecting wildlife and their habitats. Come and check out the petting zoo, splash pad, playground, and dino dig. This center is 22 acres with over 170 native and exotic animals. See website for details. Website: Phone Number: Address: https://riversidediscoverycenter.org/home (308) 630.6236 1600 S Beltline Hwy W, Scottsbluff, NE 69361, USA Previous To update the page in any way, please contact us here. Next

Bob Unzicker has a long history as a committed public servant. Bob served on the Gering School Board from 1976 – 1986 and as Mayor for the City of Gering from 1986 – 1994. While serving as Mayor, Bob helped with the development of the Gering Civic Center which still is an important piece of Gering. In 2003 he was appointed to the Airport Operations board which later transitioned to the Airport Authority of Scotts Bluff County. Bob is currently a member of the Scotts Bluff County Housing Authority and a former member of the Carpenter Center Board. Bob has owned numerous businesses (Led Betters, Brannon Homes, and Plaza Enterprises) and worked years as an insurance adjuster. Bob and his wife Royann of 57 years have 4 children and over 50 foster children of varying ages and were formally involved with Go Baseball and Legion Baseball. After the closing of the Community of Christ Church, Bob and Royann became members of the Calvary Memorial Church in Gering and enjoy their time with family and friends living in their passion of Christ. Bob Unzicker Board Member Bob Unzicker has a long history as a committed public servant. Bob served on the Gering School Board from 1976 – 1986 and as Mayor for the City of Gering from 1986 – 1994. While serving as Mayor, Bob helped with the development of the Gering Civic Center which still is an important piece of Gering. In 2003 he was appointed to the Airport Operations board which later transitioned to the Airport Authority of Scotts Bluff County. Bob is currently a member of the Scotts Bluff County Housing Authority and a former member of the Carpenter Center Board. Bob has owned numerous businesses (Led Betters, Brannon Homes, and Plaza Enterprises) and worked years as an insurance adjuster. Bob and his wife Royann of 57 years have 4 children and over 50 foster children of varying ages and were formally involved with Go Baseball and Legion Baseball. After the closing of the Community of Christ Church, Bob and Royann became members of the Calvary Memorial Church in Gering and enjoy their time with family and friends living in their passion of Christ. Home Next

We at Heureux IT offer web development, graphic design, content writing, and digital marketing services to our clients. Our assistance is the one-stop destination for fueling up your business. We believe in creating magic and growing together. Heureux IT Locally Owned & Operated We believe in creating magic and growing together. We at Heureux IT offer web development, graphic design, content writing, and digital marketing services to our clients. Our assistance is the one-stop destination for fueling up your business. We believe in creating magic and growing together. Website: Phone Number: Address: https://heureuxit.com/ 15147074606 Previous To update the page in any way, please contact us here. Next

WESTERN AVIATION SERVICE | SOLUTIONS | SUCESS In February 2011, WESTCO formed our seventh division, Western Aviation, based at the Alliance and Scottsbluff airports. Our aerial application division consists of five planes to provide a wide range of aerial services to the region. Western Aviation and the Agronomy Specialists at WESTCO are eager to help you devise a sound plan to break your current yield barriers. Our Aerial Application Division continues to adopt new yield-boosting technologies such as Plant Health, Micro-Nutrient Prescription, and Precise Application Timing and Techniques to serve growing producers with growing needs and shrinking time and labor resources. Our professional pilots and planes will put your crop plans into production and profits in your pocket with the proven benefits of… • Fast Reliable Application for Row Crops & Pastures • Local Pilots Utilizing GPS Technology • Efficient Cost/Benefit Ratio • Timely Application • Convenient Scheduling Western Aviation and the WESTCO Agronomists are your best one-stop agronomical providers. Contact a WESTCO Agronomy Office today. Schedule a plane in your plans! Alliance (308) 762-1161 Gering (308) 436-2166 Mirage Flats (308) 232-4534 Morrill (308) 247-2126 Oshkosh (308) 772-3725 Torrington (307) 532-7025

We welcome you to Scottsbluff/Gering and surrounding area! Local? Then what a place to call home. Traveling? What a great place to stop. Regardless of where you are coming from, thank you for supporting this beautiful area. COMMUNITY We welcome you to Scottsbluff/Gering and surrounding area! Local? Then what a place to call home. Traveling? What a great place to stop. Regardless of where you are coming from, thank you for supporting this beautiful area. Below you will find some of the organizations, businesses, and protected lands that make this Wyobraska nook of the USA so special. LOCAL AMENITIES Enjoy good food and warm beds. Our town has everything to make your stay as comfortable as home. We have art galleries, beer on tap, and a local theater for a wonderful night out. FIND OUR LOCAL AMENITIES ROOM TO BREATHE Get away from the hustle and bustle of the big city. One weekend here and you'll never want to go back. We have everything from hiking and biking, to hunting and swimming. You may learn a little history along the way as well! FIND PLACES TO GET AWAY COMMUNITY LINKS Our community is made great by the mixture of all cities, towns, and organizations within it. Here are but a few of those places that make this community feel like home. Please click the links below to learn more. Gering Public Schools Scottsbluff Public Schools Minatare Public Schools Mitchell Public Schools Morrill Public Schools City of Scottsbluff City of Gering City of Terrytown City of Minatare City of Mitchell KNEB News Hometown Family Radio Star-Herald Newspaper KCMI Radio "Scottsbluff/Gering United Chamber of Commerce" FedEx Shipping Center

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History of Western Nebraska Regional Airport William B. Heilig Field The first landing strips in Scottsbluff are believed to exist since approx. 1928 in a private pasture. Inland Airlines provided air service through Scottsbluff from Cheyenne, WY, to Rapid City, SD, Spearfish, SD, and Pierre, SD, with a Boeing 247 beginning August 1940. On September 1942, an announcement was made that Scottsbluff was selected as one of seven satellite air bases that would be located in Nebraska. Twenty-eight farms were purchased and the new airfield’s construction. Construction began at the new base in September 1942. A temporary railroad spur was occupied as early as October 1942. Initially, Scottsbluff Army Airfield was a satellite to the Casper Wyoming airbase. The first troops arrived December 1942. The airport was then built by the U.S. Army in 1943 at a cost of 5.5 million. Today, the replacement value is estimated at 125 million. Scottsbluff Army Airfield was part of a series of training bases built in Nebraska during World War II. The original mission of this installation was to train aircrews of B-17 and B-24 bombers of the 2nd Air Force. In 1944 base command was transferred from 2nd AF to the 1st Troop Carrier Command, and became a satellite field of Alliance Army Airfield. The 1st TCC used the facility for the C-47 training flights and glider operations. Jane Fliesbach One of many women who served in various capacities during World War II. Jane joined the Women's Air Service Pilots (known as WASPs) in 1943. The WASPs were an organization founded by Jacqueline Cochran, who set may aviations records. Out of 25,000 women who applied for the honor to fly with the WASPs, only 1830 were chosen for training, 1074 graduated. The air miles flown by these women totaled over 60,000,000 and 43 died in service to their country. Many women joined the workforce to support the war effort by working in the factories and shipyards, along with regularly meeting the troops trains. They flew the planes being developed for the war, including all the fighters and bombers, ferrying and towing target practices. Chester H. Fliesbach Chester H. Fliesbach served as naval aviator from 1941 through 1945 and was awarded the Distinguished Flying Cross with Seven Stars. In 1946 Chet, along with Chris Abbott from Hyannis, Nebraska, started Prairie Airlines, which ran from Scottsbluff to the eastern end of the state. As the co-owner of the West Nebraska Express, he flew Beechcraft Bonanzas and Barons during the twenty-six years of operation. Fliesbach served for fifteen years as a member of the Nebraska Aeronautics Commission. He helped found the Panhandle Soarers Glider Club. In 1995, at age 77, he qualified as a helicopter pilot. He logged more than 10,440 hours in the air and held instrument, instructor, single and multi-engine land, sailplane and helicopter ratings. Chester Fliesbach was inducted into the Nebraska Aviation Hall of Fame in 2000. Byron M. Johnson Byron M. Johnson a U.S. Navy Aviator, was born and raised in Potter, Nebraska. After the bombing of Pearl Harbor, Johnson left college and enlisted with the U.S. Navy and by August of 1942, he was being trained as a fighter pilot. Johnson became the subject of one of the most dramatic and most published photographs of World War II. Johnson crash-landed his Grumman F6F Hellcat onto the deck of the aircraft carrier U.S.S. Enterprise on November 10, 1943. Johnson's life was saved by Lt. Walter L. Chewning, who jumped through the flames to release the cockpit doors, allowing Johnson to escape from the burning wreckage. In 1944, Johnson received the title of "Ace" after shooting down eight enemy aircraft. The footage of the crash was not released until January 1945 because of wartime censorship. Following his discharge from the Navy, Johnson returned to western Nebraska and started an airport in Sidney and also returned to college. He became a lawyer and practiced law in the Scottsbluff-Gering area before retiring to the Western Nebraska Veterans Home. Johnson was inducted in the Nebraska Aviation Hall of Fame in 1991. Johnson died in Scottsbluff in 2005 at the age of 84. Shortly after WWII, in July 1947, the War Assets Administration awarded the Airfield land and runways to Scottsbluff for the use as a municipal airport. The military continued to use the airport for military training regularly until 1950. In July 1970, the city transferred ownership of the Airfield to Scotts Bluff County, which continues to operate the facility today as the William B. Heilig Field. In July 2003, the county created an Airport Authority Board; which is continuing to make considerable improvements. Wildlife fencing, new fire equipment, remodeling of the fire station, and a new terminal are a few of the improvements made by the Board. In 2005, the Donald E. Overman terminal was completed. Future improvements include rehab of both runways, in addition to the existing fire station, and much more! The Airport Authority Board is working with local law enforcement and the Transportation Security Administration for security screening. On August 21, 2017, the airport and community were able to enjoy a rare event…the Total Solar Eclipse! Scottsbluff, NE was in the path of totality and many avid eclipse enthusiasts traveled from far to enjoy the 1 minute 42 seconds of totality. Thank you to: Aviation Development in Nebraska by Mississippi Valley Archaeology Center First Photo: Dale Johnson Robert Merchant Collection from History Nebraska

Valley Airways Best Quick Turns in the West VALLEY AIRWAYS Best Quick Turns in the West Since Valley Airways was established more than 35 years ago, our staff has had just one mission…to provide the best possible service to both local customers and visiting air travelers. Whether you are looking to fulfill your dream of learning to fly or needing a fueling quick turn for your business jet flight, we can make it happen. (308) 635-1331 Facebook Weather: ASOS: 121.025 (308-632-8949) Denver Center 127.95, can contact on the ground. ValleyAirways.com