The airport’s snow and ice plan has been activated. ILM’s snow removal team and snow and ice equipment are ready for potential winter weather. Safety is our top priority. ILM appreciates our dedicated Maintenance and Operations teams who will be onsite throughout the storm. Airlines will make decisions regarding flight schedules. We encourage travelers read more about Winter Storm Update
Weather Update
With the current forecast, we anticipate ILM will remain open. Our maintenance & operations teams are prepared for the forecasted weather and have prepped the snow removal and de-icing equipment to support safe operations. With weather moving through parts of the country, some flights across airlines’ networks may be affected. Airlines will make any necessary read more about Weather Update
Large Scale Air Show Coming in 2027, Features U.S. Air Force Thunderbirds
On Tuesday, the U.S. Air Force Thunderbirds announced they will be performing over the beach, in front of Carolina Beach, Sept. 11-12, 2027. The Cape Fear Area is one of the honored communities selected to have the Thunderbirds in 2027. The U.S. Air Force Air Demonstration Squadron, the Thunderbirds, performs precision aerial maneuvers demonstrating the read more about Large Scale Air Show Coming in 2027, Features U.S. Air Force Thunderbirds
Wings Over Carolina Beach
Event Update: Wings Over Carolina Beach Airshow Due to unfavorable weather conditions that affect both Friday’s essential setup activities (getting vessels in the water, placing buoys, and welcoming performers) and Saturday’s air show window, the Wings Over Carolina Beach Airshow has been canceled. We extend our heartfelt thanks to all the partners who worked tirelessly read more about Wings Over Carolina Beach
ILM Launches In-Terminal Music Program
New this week, ILM is starting an in-terminal live music program. The program, named ILM Rhythms & Tunes, showcases local musicians from across the Cape Fear Region. Select musicians’ set up in the terminal, post-security down by the laurel oak sculpture, and play for a two-hour set. “Our community is known for having great live read more about ILM Launches In-Terminal Music Program
Avelo Airlines Announces Two New Routes at ILM, including First International Destination
Avelo Airlines today announced two new routes at Wilmington International Airport (ILM) – Punta Cana, Dominican Republic, ILM’s first international route, and West Palm Beach, Florida. Avelo is the only airline offering nonstop service between ILM and these two destinations. Affordable one-way fares start at $57*. Avelo will operate these routes twice a week utilizing read more about Avelo Airlines Announces Two New Routes at ILM, including First International Destination
ILM Ranked #1 in Growth Over Three Year Period
Over a three year period, ILM exhibited the most growth of any major US airport. During the period from July 1, 2022, through June 2025, ILM had a 66% increase in its seat capacity growth. This increase in seat capacity is a direct reflection of the investment airlines made in ILM and the Wilmington, NC read more about ILM Ranked #1 in Growth Over Three Year Period
Breeze Announces Four New Routes from Wilmington
Breeze Airways, the premium leisure carrier offering affordable flights across the U.S., today announced four new routes from Wilmington to Akron-Canton, Ohio; Fort Lauderdale, Fla.; Tampa, Fla.; and Long Island-Islip, N.Y., starting this fall, with fares from $39* one-way. Breeze also announced it will double its weekly service from Wilmington to Orlando, Fla. starting in September. read more about Breeze Announces Four New Routes from Wilmington
Setting the Record Straight: ILM Responds to Baseless Claims Made by Cape Fear Coastal Aviation
Wilmington International Airport (“ILM”) disputes Cape Fear Costal Aviation’s (“CFCA”) assertions that it has acted improperly or unlawfully in connection with CFCA’s sublease with Modern Aviation (“Modern”). To the contrary, ILM has acted appropriately and objectively in accordance with its obligations as a landlord and as a commercial airport. Indeed, ILM has actively engaged with read more about Setting the Record Straight: ILM Responds to Baseless Claims Made by Cape Fear Coastal Aviation
Avelo Airlines Adds Four New Nonstop Destinations to Wilmington, NC Base
Avelo Airlines today announced four new routes at Wilmington International Airport (ILM) – Houston, Texas; Washington, D.C.; Detroit, Michigan; and Long Island, New York. Avelo is the only airline offering nonstop service between ILM and these four destinations. Affordable one-way fares start at $39*. Avelo will operate these routes twice a week utilizing Boeing Next-Generation read more about Avelo Airlines Adds Four New Nonstop Destinations to Wilmington, NC Base
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