The official numbers are in, and ILM served 1,317,897 passengers in 2023. This figure is a new annual record, surpassing the prior record by over 21%. Throughout the year, ILM consistently broke records with eleven months of the year having the most enplanements ever recorded. In 2023, the airport received new service from Sun Countryread more
Mark your calendars, the Thunderbirds are coming! 🎉
The @AFThunderbirds will perform over Carolina Beach Sept. 11–12, 2027, bringing an unforgettable air show to our coast!
Plus, the Wings Over Carolina Beach Air Show is now set for April 24–26, 2026!
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❗ 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…
Smooth skies start at security! 💨✈️
ILM + IDEMIA are hosting pop-up TSA PreCheck Enrollment Events right here at the airport. 🙌
📍 Location: Pre-security, across from the airline ticket counters
Appointments fill fast and are available on a first-come, first-served basis.…
The countdown is on. 🌟 Wings Over Carolina Beach is just a week away!
We can’t wait to welcome the community for an unforgettable afternoon of aviation excitement sponsored by ILM, Monteith Construction, and UNCW! ✈️🎉
The show kicks off with the National Anthem and a special…