The Metropolitan Airports Commission has rebuilt the 21D observation area, previously maintained by Chapter 54, which uses it as a staging area for Young Eagles events. The pergola, built in 2008, was replaced with a vaulted, low-maintenance shed roof which will allow protection in inclement weather, although it probably will be a favorite haunt for nesting birds. Two of the four bench/tables have been removed, presumably by MAC, as well as the brochure holder, which we used to provide old Sport Aviation magazines, but probably was not well used.
Each bench can fold out to a table for use for those bringing lunch or dinner.
If you have a portable scanner, you can listen in to air-to-air communications on 123.075. There is a rumor that MAC will be providing power and a speaker to listen to aircraft conversations.
The observation area can be accessed via the south entrance to the airport. Drive straight ahead, past the EAA Chapter 54 House and park on the left, across from the mailboxes.
If the Chapter House is open, feel free to stop in and introduce yourself. We'll be happy to answer any questions you have about aviation. If you have questions now, please use the "Contact Us" link in the navigation menu. We'll respond quickly.
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Directions: Lake Elmo Airport (21D) is located on Manning Avenue in Lake Elmo.
From the South: From I-94, drive North approximately 3 miles on Manning Avenue. Just past the 30th Street traffic light, the first gate entrance takes you past the Chapter House. To the left of the MAC garage, you'll find the viewing area.
From the North: Take the second airport entrance (after you go past the runway).
