WMAA Announces New Video
February 13, 2012 – Holland, MI – The West Michigan Airport Authority (WMAA) announced the new West Michigan Regional Airport video is complete and ready to view.
The four-minute video takes a creative and fun approach that inspires and encourages awareness on how the airport is a valuable community asset. Miss Nancy Future, a local, nine-year old resident, hosts the video and explores why our airport is key to a healthy tomorrow, our terminal for transaction that is “Now Landing Business.”
Miss Future interviews several local businesses who share what the airport means to their business and clients, and the positive influence the airport has on local jobs. A nonprofit organization is interviewed and tells how local, financially needy people, who require specialized medical care, are helped through flights at no cost to distant medical centers from West Michigan Regional Airport.
The video will also be shown at community presentations and meetings, local businesses and other community venues.
The WMAA Board approved the production of the video last year to promote general awareness of the airport in a creative way. The video was produced locally by Grooters Productions.
VIEW VIDEO HERE
Results of 2011 Financial Audit
At the December 12, 2011 West Michigan Airport Authority meeting, results of the 2011 audit by Rehmann Robson were presented and approved by the Authority Board. The official report is available here. Please direct questions to the City of Holland Finance Office at (616) 355-1300.
New Name for Tulip City Airport
Holland, MI — October 10, 2011 The West Michigan Airport Authority’s board approved that Tulip City Airport’s name will change to West Michigan Regional Airport. The decision was made at the WMAA board meeting held at Howard Miller Library and Community Center in Zeeland.
“This is no longer just a city airport. Tulip City Airport has expanded to include the support of surrounding municipalities that see the airport as a venue that minimizes time and distance – making West Michigan a viable option for companies and individuals,” explained Zeeland’s Mayor Les Hoogland.
Mayor Kurt Dykstra of Holland stated, “We are one community – and our success as a community depends upon us working together to better compete. Changing our airport’s name reinforces the fact that this community asset serves all of West Michigan and helps connect our local economy to the global economy.”
Since 2008, Park Township, the City of Zeeland, and the City of Holland have been working together to provide this vital community service.
Wings of Mercy CareAffaire
Wings of Mercy CareAffaire
August 25, 2012
The community is invited to attend the 2012 Wings of Mercy CareAffaire that will be held at the West Michigan Regional Airport, Holland, Michigan on Saturday, August 25 from 8:00 a.m. to Noon.
The delicious pancake breakfast will be cooked and served by our local Lions Club. Tickets can be purchased for jet and airplane rides. Fun and excitement for kids and families. All proceeds go to Wings of Mercy.
FACT: Since 1991, over 800 Wings of Mercy flights have flown low-income people to medical designations to/from West Michigan Regional Airport!
View the CareAffaire Video
Contact information
Dave Siegers
Event Chairperson
dave_siegers@siegers.com
Sharon
Wings of Mercy
sharon@wingsofmercy.org
Karen
West Michigan Airport Authority
k.scholten@cityofholland.com
Wings of Mercy History
Peter VandenBosch and a group of pilots met in Holland, Michigan to organize a service named Wings of Mercy to offer flights at no cost to financially needy persons from that area who required specialized medical treatment at distant medical centers. Immediately it became clear that the need was far greater than expected. Based upon their experience, upward of 80% of their clients would not be able to go for specialized treatment if this kind of service was not available. All services are performed by volunteer pilots. Wings of Mercy is funded entirely by charitable contributions.
2012 WMAA Airplane Float in Tulip Time Muziekparade
2012 WMAA AirPlane Float in Tulip Time Muziekparade
Join the fun at the Tulip Time Muziekparade on May 12, 2012 beginning at 2:00 p.m. The West Michigan Airport Authority will enter a unique airplane float for the second year representing the West Michigan Regional Airport.
The grand finale of the festival! Local and national marching bands, floats, giant helium parade balloons, horses, Dutch Dancers, and much more participate in the 2.4 mile route to the delight of young and old alike.
Parade is approx. 1 1⁄2-2 hours
$5 Bleacher Seats
Parade Route
8th St. from Columbia Ave. to Van Raalte,
South to 24th Street, Holland, Michigan
View the Airplane Float Video
For more information contact:
Karen Scholten
k.scholten@cityofholland.com
2011 Event Info
May 14, 2011 The West Michigan Airport Authority (WMAA) entered this unique airplane float in the City of Holland’s Tulip Time Muziekparade. The 23′ red and white Cougar airplane was donated for the parade by area resident and Tulip City Airport user, Ken Danenberg. The float was designed by Ron and Linda Ludema, Tulip City Air Service and FBO, and included a runway and guiding runway lights. Four children outfitted in junior pilot attire rode on the float and ten sign holders walked alongside with signs designating global access to the world.
The City of Zeeland, Park Township, and City of Holland comprise the West Michigan Airport Authority and are working together to provide this vital community service.
Media Requests
For interview requests or questions regarding the West Michigan Airport Authority and West Michigan Regional Airport, contact Karen Scholten, Communications Assistant at (616) 355-1305 or k.scholten@cityofholland.com.
2010 Annual Report Available Online
Recently, the West Michigan Airport Authority Annual Report 2010 was mailed to residents in the City of Zeeland, Park Township and City of Holland. The report contains information about recent activities, future plans, and – for kids of all ages – paper airplanes. You may download an electronic version of the report at http://tulipcityairport.org/about/governance/documents/.
Questions or comments regarding the report may be sent to the Authority by clicking here.
POTUS Uses West Michigan Regional Airport
West Michigan Regional Airport was pleased to provide an arrival and departure point for Marine One, which was transporting President Barack Obama to the LG Chem Groundbreaking Ceremony in Holland, Michigan on July 15, 2010. The President made a second visit to Johnson Controls in Holland on August 11, 2011.
[Photo courtesy of Go Fast Photography]
A Ride in the Sky
Have you ever seen the Lakeshore from above? It’s a site you’ll never forget. It’s cheaper than you think and makes a great gift! The rides are about 10-15 minutes long and will take you over Lake Macatawa, downtown Holland, and the state park.
Call 616-392-7831 or 1-800-748-0515
to schedule a time.
Joy Ride pilots
- Duane Baker
- Ed Brown
- Barb Fleming
- Mark Huisman
Making Connections
West Michigan Regional Airport is a venue that minimizes time and distance — making West Michigan a viable option for companies and individuals.
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