Greenville Downtown Airport (GMU) in South Carolina

We wish everyone a very Merry Christmas and Happy Holiday from our family to yours!

You never know where aviation will take you. Jeff Martin got interested in aviation as a line agent for the Greenville Jet Center in 1990. Take a look at that first photo. If you got your start at GMU and would like to share your story, message us.

Jeff Martin - Twin & Turbine Jeff Martin’s 2008 TBM 850G and 2007 Citation CJ1+; a “force multiplier” Jeff Martin, of Hattiesburg, Mississippi, expressed that flying has provided him an edge in business that he otherwise would not have. Without aviation, he could not easily access his auctioneering business’ locations a...

The Upstate Aviation Club is having their holiday party next week. If you are interested, sign up now and share their post.

Join us on December 12th for the Tall Tales and Legendary Stories meeting. We will have themes and pass the microphone. You have 2 min to tell the tale. We will vote on the best one. Dinner will be served by Runway Cafe. More to follow on the menu and price. It will be a fun time for all. Sign up and bring someone.

Register now! the event will updated on the site soon.
https://www.upstateaviationclub.org/rsvp

It's official. We welcome Jeff Gold as our newest airport commissioner. We also have to say farewell to Stan Mays who served on the Greenville Airport Commision for six years.

Thank you, GSA Business Report for sharing the good news.

Jeffrey T. Gold Appointed to Greenville Airport Commission - GSA Biz Wire GREENVILLE, S.C. – Jeffrey T. Gold is appointed to serve on the Greenville Airport Commission (GAC) effective December 1, 2023. Gold replaced Stanley G. Mays as one of the two Greenville County appointees that serve on the GAC. Mays served on the commission for a total of six years. Gold is a Comm...

Safe travels and Happy Thanksgiving from our family to yours!

Thank you for always being a great tenant and partner in sharing the love of aviation with our community. Touch N Go Aeroworks is one of many maintenance options at GMU.

It is great to get recognition for things you love to do. Thank you, Mason Tubb, for sharing your passion for aviation with the community and earning Gold Seal Flight Instructor Certificate. Stratos Aviation Flight Training is one of seven flight schools at GMU. Take a look and see which one is the right fit for you.

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A GOLD SEAL OF APPROVAL MESSAGE ABOUT OUR VERY OWN CFI, MASON TUBB!!

We are absolutely thrilled to share some incredible news! Our very own certified flight instructor, Mason Tubb, has achieved an outstanding milestone in his aviation career. He has been awarded the prestigious GOLD SEAL FLIGHT INSTRUCTOR certificate by the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA)!
Mason's dedication and unwavering commitment to excellence in flight instruction have led to this remarkable achievement. The Gold Seal Flight Instructor certificate is a testament to his exceptional skills and expertise in various areas of flight instruction. These areas include safety, aircraft systems, navigation, aerodynamics, airmanship, communication skills, and risk management.
The FAA issues Gold Seal Flight Instructor certificates to instructors who have not only met but also consistently maintained the highest standards of aviation education. Mason's dedication to safety and his ability to instill the knowledge and skills necessary for our students to become proficient aviators have truly set him apart.
This remarkable recognition reflects Mason's passion for aviation and his tireless efforts in shaping the future of aviators. We are incredibly proud of his accomplishments and the positive impact he has on our aviation community.
Join us in congratulating Mason Tubb on this outstanding achievement!

What a wonderful day! Thank you for inspiring so many young men and women to fall in love with aviation. We are happy to partner and look forward to your next visit! A special thank you to Brian Vera at Touch N Go Aeroworks who did a fantastic job of explaining his love of aviation and for volunteering.

City of Greenville, South Carolina Government, Greenville County Schools, Community Corridor at GMU,

We can't say enough about our community. Thank you for your continued support. Take a look at the video created for the Community Corridor at GMU. We want to share our passion and love for aviation with everyone. If you haven't already, fly or drive in to take a look. If you want to volunteer for events or field trips, message us.

Our Community Corridor provides a place for everyone to fall in love with aviation. Play at Runway Park, eat at Runway Cafe, learn about military history at the MHCC Museum, and play a round of golf at Takeoff Mini Golf. There is something for everyone at the Greenville Downtown Airport. Check out a Discovery Flight at one of our seven flight schools.

We need your help. Vote! Vote once a day....everyday! We need to be number one because we are number one. Set daily reminders.
Family fun to vote Runway Park the Best Outdoor Playground.
Don't forget to also vote Takeoff Mini Golf for Best Outdoor Fun.

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Did you enjoy the Warbird this past weekend? Well the 2nd Annual Army Aviation Heritage Celebration is this Saturday, October 14th. It's a hangar dance!

This will be a 1940's themed hangar dance. Period era dressed is encouraged but not required. How much fun is this? A Lot!

Oh, the P40 is coming. The T6 from Warbird Adventures will be there offering instructional flights on Saturday too.

Hey Everyone!! Last year, you all saw the pictures & videos of the event that we held down at McEntire. Good news is....we are doing the event again but in GREENVILLE!!! Tickets are on sale now!
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/2nd-annual-army-aviation-heritage-celebration-tickets-586048034447?aff=oddtdtcreator

In case you missed the Warbird Weekend today, the last day to book a ride in these beautiful planes is tomorrow, October 8th.

Get ready to ride in a B17 or T6 Texan or just come for the food and fun! The warbird weekend is almost here! We can't wait to see ya!

Are you ready for the Warbird Weekend? You can get ready to ride in a B17 Bomber or T6 Texan or just come to see all the fun. The SC Army National Guard will be out there showing off the CH47 Chinook and Lakota helicopters. Food, fun, and free to attend… what a weekend! Warbirds, come get some!

We recently sealcoated the East ramp. What a big difference! Sealcoating protects and prolongs the life expectancy of asphalt pavement by filling surface damage and providing a protective layer to keep out damaging UV rays, vehicle fluids, and water.

Food, Fun and Free to Attend...what a Weekend- A Warbird Weekend! Don't forget to mark this down on your calendars. You will hear the buzz as Greenville hosts a Yankee Lady. The B17 is booking flights online now, https://yankeeairmuseum.org/FLY/ .

Warbird Adventures, Yankee Air Museum,

Life is but a dream when you imagine flying in a historic plane! Make that dream a reality or just see them up close this Saturday and Sunday, October 7-8. Food, fun, and free to attend… what a weekend-a Warbird Weekend!

Congratulations Eli on your solo milestone and to Greenville Aviation. There are seven flight schools at GMU. Please look at each and determine which one is best for you.

Apparently, CAVU Flight School is really on top of the World. Pretty cool adventure...pun intended. CAVU is one of seven flight schools at GMU see which one is right for you.

Walking in Class A airspace in Nepal on Kala Pattar peak at 18,506 MSL with Mt Everest in the background. CAVU going to new heights!!!

We are blessed to have the opportunity to show our appreciation to the people that give so much to protect and serve our communities. Thank you!

The Greenville News

Look at these wonderful photos from Stratos Aviation Flight Training. Take a look at one of our seven flight schools to see which one is the right fit for you.

Let's all congratulate Greenville Aviation on their new instrument rated pilot. Congratulations! GMU has seven flight schools. Check out our webpage to see which one is the right fit for you.

Roby is officially Instrument Rated! Congrats, Roby! We are all so proud of you!

Thank you to our law enforcement officers. We are happy to host the LEAD Upstate event at GMU. This will cause small disruption for our terminal tenants but it will be amazing to give back to those that sacrifice so much for our safety.

Greenville Downtown Airport (GMU) in South Carolina is the perfect place for LEAD 2023 and we will be there this Friday morning for the biggest THANK YOU to Greenville County Law Enforcement Officers. Thank you for being our venue sponsor!

Today marks the anniversary of the terrorist attacks on the United States that killed 2,750 people in New York, 184 at the Pentagon, and 40 in Pennsylvania; all 19 terrorists also died. Included in the total in New York City were more than 400 police officers and firefighters, who had lost their lives after rushing to the scene and into the towers. Please take a moment and visit the 9-11 Memorial and Museum page and remember that freedom isn't free.

Let's all congratulate Stratos Aviation Flight Training on their new licensed pilot. Congratulations! GMU has seven flight schools. Check out our webpage to see which one is the right fit for you.

Hey, Look Who's a Licensed Pilot Now!!

Stratos Aviation is happy to announce a significant milestone in the journey of one of our dedicated flight students, Kirill Kolesnikov! After rigorous training and unwavering commitment, Kirill has successfully obtained their pilot's license. Their hard work, dedication, and focus on safety have been commendable throughout their training. This accomplishment marks the beginning of an exciting chapter in their aviation career, and we couldn't be prouder to have played a part in their journey.

Jimmy Buffett died on September 1st. Let's take a moment to remember his life. "He lived live like a song until his very last breath and will be missed beyond measure by so many."

Jimmy had a love of flying cultivated when he was in college. He finally got his private pilots license at 40 years old. He was a commercial pilot with multi-engine land and sea aircraft certifications.

https://buffettworld.com/aviation/

Warbird Weekend on October 7-8 from 10am-5pm. Food, fun and free to attend...what a weekend!
Once in a lifetime opportunity to book a ride too.
* Book a ride on the B17 now. https://yankeeairmuseum.org/fly/
* Warbird Adventures will book on site for their historic and acrobatic plane rides. Keep your eyes and ears open to pointed skyward.

Warbird Weekend Static Aviation Show on October 7-8th. We have a B-17 Bomber coming! Yankee Air Museum allows viewings and are offering flights. You can book those now. You can also book flights in the historic T6 Texan and other acrobatic planes brought to you by Warbird Adventures. This is a bucket list opportunity.

We are excited to announce that we are adding the Yankee Lady, a B17 Bomber, to the Warbird Weekend Static Aviation Show on October 7-8 from 10am-5pm. Mark it down and book a ride on these historic planes. The B17, P40 Warhawk, T6 Texans, and T28 Trojan are amazing planes to see in person!

We are adding the Yankee Lady, a B17 Bomber, to the Warbird Weekend Static Aviation show. Book a ride in history on these historic planes on October 7-8 from 10 am- 5:00pm.

Donations needed for Upstate event celebrating local law enforcement There will be an event to thank all members of law enforcement in Greenville County, South Carolina, on Sept. 15.

The Greenville Jet Center Inc Downtown Airport is making some upgrades on the South Ramp. It is pretty interesting how they put new hangar doors on.

A big thank you to the Community Journals for covering our Foreign Object Debris Walk on August 19th.

Photos: See what was found during a FOD walk at Greenville Downtown Airport The Greenville Downtown Airport welcomed 67 volunteers to clean up its runway, taxiways and ramps for a FOD walk on Aug. 19.

Our annual Foreign Object Debris walk was held on Aviation_day, August 19th. We had a great turn out to watch the sun rise and pick up debris that can damage planes and injure people when thrown from a propellor or jet wash. Approximately 67 individuals and groups like the Civil Air Patrol - Greenville Composite Squadron, Blue Ridge Council, Boy Scouts of America, and Greenville Tech Charter High School, Barton Campus.