Kalamazoo/Battle Creek International Airport

PREFERRED VENDORS n Pro-Tec Fire Services www.protecfire.com n Duncan Aviation www.duncanaviation.aero fund the studies that we’re working on and, once they wrap up, I think we will have a very good idea of exactly what is feasible.” Finally, the Airport is home to the Kalamazoo Aviation History Museum, an affiliate of the Smithsonian Institution, commonly referred to as the “Air Zoo.” The Air Zoo holds many historical and rare aircraft, including the world’s fastest air-breathing aircraft, the SR-71B Blackbird. Among its other attractions are a 180-degree theater that projects a 4-D simulation of a B-17 bombing mission during World War II; various amusement rides, including flight simulators of a rocket trip to Mars; U.S. Navy F/A-18 Hornets; a stunt biplane; a hot air balloon; and more. The museum also has a fly in ramp, making it an attraction for many visiting pilots.