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Lawrence J Timmerman Airport

Milwaukee, United States

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Lawrence J Timmerman Airport

Milwaukee, United States
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Milwaukee's general aviation reliever airport serving the metro area.

Opened
1946
Location
Milwaukee, United States
Lawrence J. Timmerman Airport (MWC/KMWC) is a public general aviation airport located on the northwest side of Milwaukee, Wisconsin. It serves as a reliever airport for Milwaukee Mitchell International Airport, accommodating private, corporate, and recreational flying. The airport is owned and operated by Milwaukee County and features two runways suitable for small to medium general aviation aircraft. It does not offer scheduled commercial airline service but hosts numerous flight schools, charter operators, and based aircraft. The facility is named after Lawrence J. Timmerman, a Milwaukee County official who contributed to aviation development in the region. It remains an active hub for the local general aviation community.
Terminals
The airport has no commercial passenger terminals; it features a general aviation terminal and fixed-base operator (FBO) facilities.
Getting to & from
The airport is accessible primarily by car via nearby Milwaukee County roadways, with no dedicated public transit service directly serving the facility.
Airlines here
No scheduled commercial airlines operate at Timmerman Airport; it is served exclusively by general aviation, charter, and flight training operators.
Notable facts
  • ›Owned and operated by Milwaukee County.
  • ›Functions as a general aviation reliever for Milwaukee Mitchell International Airport.
  • ›Features two paved runways suitable for single and twin-engine aircraft.
  • ›Home to multiple flight schools and based aircraft.
  • ›Named after Milwaukee County official Lawrence J. Timmerman.
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Milwaukee's general aviation gateway nestled close to the city's heart

Lawrence J. Timmerman Airport, named after a Milwaukee alderman and aviation advocate, is a public general aviation reliever airport serving the greater Milwaukee metropolitan area. Located on the city's northwest side, it handles private, corporate, and charter flights, easing congestion from Milwaukee Mitchell International Airport. The facility supports a range of flight training schools, fixed-base operators, and small aircraft operations.

Terminals
  • General Aviation Terminal — A single modest terminal building serving private and charter aircraft with basic passenger and pilot amenities.
Ground Transport
  • Personal vehicle and on-site parking lots
  • Taxi and rideshare services (Uber, Lyft) available on request
  • Car rental arrangements through local vendors
  • Milwaukee County Transit System bus routes accessible near the airport
Nearby Hotels
  • Hampton Inn Milwaukee Northwest
  • Comfort Inn & Suites Milwaukee
  • Holiday Inn Express Milwaukee West
  • Best Western Plus Milwaukee Airport
Dining

Dining options within the airport itself are minimal, limited primarily to vending machines and occasional FBO lounge refreshments. A variety of restaurants and fast-food chains are available within a short drive along North 124th Street and nearby commercial corridors. Travelers are advised to plan meals before arriving or upon reaching their destination.

Traveller Tips
  • Call ahead to your FBO to confirm fuel availability and any ramp fees before arrival.
  • Runway 15/33 is the primary runway — check NOTAMs closely as a general aviation facility with variable maintenance schedules.
  • Rideshare pickups may require a short wait; have the app ready before landing.
  • For commercial flights, Milwaukee Mitchell International Airport (MKE) is approximately 20 miles southeast and offers full airline services.
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Lawrence J. Timmerman Airport
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Lawrence J. Timmerman Airport, known locally as Timmerman Field, is an airport in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, United States, owned by Milwaukee County. Located 5 miles (8 km) northwest of the city center, it is used mainly for general or private aviation. It is included in the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) National Plan of Integrated Airport Systems for 2025–2029, in which it is categorized as a regional reliever airport facility.

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