KMMV · McMinnville, Oregon
Flight Training at McMinnville Municipal Airport (KMMV)
Modern flight training in the heart of the Willamette Valley. Personalized instruction and a procedure-rich airport make McMinnville especially useful for instrument and advanced training.
Why train at McMinnville?
Excellent training environment
A substantial airport with convenient access to the Willamette Valley supports fundamentals locally and cross-country growth throughout the region.
Outstanding instrument training
KMMV offers a useful mix of instrument procedures, including an ILS to Runway 22, RNAV approaches with LPV capability, and a VOR-based procedure.
Real IFR variety
Students can practice modern GPS-based procedures and conventional navigation, building broader procedural experience than repeating one approach type.
The AeroForge difference
We come to you
Train at selected Portland and Willamette Valley airports instead of commuting to one fixed school base.
Ground school from home
Meet live online for weather, flight planning, systems, and regulations—then use airport time for flying.
Modern aircraft
Train in a glass-cockpit RV-12iS from first lessons through advanced ratings. Explore the RV-12iS →
McMinnville Municipal Airport at a glance
Runways
04 / 22 and 17 / 35
Tower
No
Weather
Automated reporting
Procedures
ILS · RNAV/LPV · VOR
View on SkyVector → View on AirNav →
Airport information is provided for general reference. Always use current FAA information for flight planning.
Convenient to Yamhill County and the Willamette Valley
McMinnville is convenient for prospective pilots throughout Yamhill County and the northern Willamette Valley, with quick access to a wide variety of nearby airports.
McMinnville • Newberg • Dundee • Carlton • Lafayette • Yamhill
Less time commuting makes consistent training easier—and consistency is one of the biggest advantages you can give yourself when learning to fly.
Flight training available at KMMV
Already a pilot?
AeroForge also offers recurrent and transition training at McMinnville: Flight Reviews, Instrument Proficiency Checks, and RV-12 transition training.
Frequently asked questions
Can I learn to fly at McMinnville Municipal Airport?
Yes. AeroForge offers KMMV training for new pilots and pilots pursuing advanced ratings.
Is McMinnville good for Instrument training?
Yes. KMMV is particularly attractive because it supports several procedure types, including ILS, RNAV/LPV, and conventional VOR navigation.
Can I earn a Private Pilot certificate at KMMV?
Yes. The complete path includes flight instruction, online ground instruction, cross-country training, and checkride preparation.
Do you offer Sport Pilot training at McMinnville?
Yes. AeroForge offers a complete Sport Pilot path in the RV-12iS.
What airplane will I fly?
A modern RV-12iS equipped with Garmin glass avionics, GPS navigation, and integrated autopilot.
Do I have to live in McMinnville?
No. KMMV is convenient for students throughout Yamhill County and nearby Willamette Valley communities.
Ready to start flying at McMinnville?
Tell us what you would like to accomplish and we will help you choose the right training path.