Raleigh County Memorial Airport

06/05/2026

MORE BEACH. LESS DRIVE. ✈️🌴☀️

Starting July 1, nonstop flights to Myrtle Beach (MYR) are expanding with NEW seasonal service from Altoona, PA (AOO) and Parkersburg, WV (PKB)!

🗓 Flights operate every Wednesday & Saturday
📍 Altoona (AOO): July 1 – August 22, 2026
📍 Parkersburg (PKB): July 1 – August 15, 2026

The expansion comes just after the launch of Myrtle Beach service from Beckley, WV (BKW), which officially began on June 3!

Skip the long drive and head straight to the beach this summer. 🏖️

Book now at www.contourairlines.com

05/08/2026

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Don’t miss your chance to save on the West Virginia Aviation Conference. The $25 Early Bird Discount ends May 15th—secure your spot before it’s gone!

Join us July 26–28 for an unforgettable aviation experience.

🔗 Register now: wvaviationconference.com
📩 [email protected]

05/05/2026

Support local nonprofits by joining us July 10 & 11 at the Raleigh County Memorial Airport. The 20th Annual Friends of Charity Auto Fair supports Hospice of Southern WV and Brian's Safehouse.

Learn more about these charities' missions by clicking here: https://www.wvautofair.com/about-the-charities

05/05/2026

What a fun morning this will be! Join us at Marquee for the cruise-in!

04/25/2026

Business View profiles Raleigh County Memorial Airport as part of our ongoing focus on airport growth and economic development throughout North America.

04/13/2026

Registration is officially open for the 2026 West Virginia Aviation Conference!

Join us July 26–28 at The Resort at Glade Springs for networking, education, and collaboration across West Virginia’s aviation community.

Sponsorship opportunities are also available—don’t miss your chance to be part of this premier event.

🔗 Learn more and register: wvaviationconference.com

✈️ Contact [email protected] with any questions.

04/13/2026

✈️🏆 Nominations Open – West Virginia Aviation Hall of Fame

The West Virginia Airport Managers Association is accepting nominations for the 2026 West Virginia Aviation Hall of Fame.

This prestigious honor recognizes individuals who have made significant contributions to the growth, development, and advancement of aviation in West Virginia. From pioneers and innovators to dedicated leaders and advocates, we invite you to help us recognize those who have shaped our state’s aviation legacy.

📌 Submit nominations to: [email protected]
🗓 Deadline: April 30
📄 Learn more & access nomination details: www.wvama.org

Help us celebrate excellence in aviation—please share and tag someone who should be considered!

04/04/2026

BECKLEY, WV (WVNS) – Are you ready for a vacation? How about a weekend at the beach? Myrtle Beach has just become more accessible to the people of West Virginia. Starting June 3rd Contour Air…