Amenities & Services

Bessie's Diner, which is scheduled to open Summer 2018, is an aviation-themed breakfast and lunch restaurant located at the Terminal Building. Named after Beloit native Bessie Raiche, the first American woman to fly solo in an airplane, Bessie's will feature food and an atmosphere that blends the 1950's with contemporary offerings to satisfy children and adults alike. Bessie's is owned and operated by Geronimo Hospitality Group. For more info regarding hours of operation, please check with the Airport Administrative Office.

The Pilot's Lounge is located at the Terminal Building (1716 W. Airport Rd.), which is open daily from 6:00 AM - 3:00 PM (Sat.-Thur.) and Friday’s from 6:00 AM - 9:00 PM. The lounge is equipped with various amenities.

Landing Fees

Current fees are calculated at $1.75 per 1,000 lbs. of certified gross landing weight; or $18.00 min. for Part 135 and 121 flights or all aircraft over 12,500 lbs. Click here to pay your landing fee invoice online.

Fuel Flow Rate

Current rates are calculated at $.08 per gallon.

Conference / Meeting Rooms

The Southern WI Regional Airport welcomes staff, tenants, and organizations (including non-and-for profit) to utilize its conference / meeting rooms. These rooms, which are available for rent on a first come / first serve basis, have seating capacity to accommodate groups up to 50 people. Room(s) include: modern A/V (including a large flat screen monitor and white boards), WiFi, tables, chairs and ample counter space - with select kitchenette features - to facilitate food / beverage service. 

Rentals are available by the hour, half-day and/or full-day time slots - from 8 AM to 4 PM. Evening and weekend rentals may be available, subject to meeting certain conditions. However, rentals are not available on the following dates and/or Holidays: New Year's Eve, New Year's Day, Memorial Day, Independence Day, Labor Day, Thanksgiving Day, Christmas Eve or Christmas Day.  Rental reservations are required and they cannot be booked more than 60 days in advance of the proposed date of use. Every Rental Application submitted must include full rental payment, payable by check, credit card or money order.

These details, as well as others, are more fully described within the Rental Policy document. 

For additional information, contact the Airport Administrative office at 608.757.5768 or jvlairport@co.rock.wi.us .

Onsite Aviation Businesses