Chennault International Airport hosted the U.S. Navy Blue Angels for another visit. Each appearance by the Blue Angels serves as a powerful reminder of the airport’s deep military aviation roots and its long-standing role in supporting complex flight operations in Southwest Louisiana. Before its transition to civilian use, Chennault International Airport operated as an active military air base. The airfield [...]

US NAVY BLUE ANGELS TO HEADLINE THE INAUGURAL THUNDER OVER LOUISIANA AIR SHOW PRESENTED BY KIA OF LAKE CHARLES Kia of Lake Charles Named Official Presenter of the 2026 TOLA LAKE CHARLES – Today, the Thunder Over Louisiana Air Show Presented by KIA of Lake Charles announced that the United States Navy Blue Angels will headline the inaugural show August [...]

A major infrastructure investment at Chennault International Airport is advancing Louisiana’s long-term commercial aviation strategy. With more than $20.8 million awarded by the Federal Emergency Management Agency and an additional $2 million grant from Louisiana Economic Development, the airport will construct a new 37,449-square-foot aircraft paint hangar designed to expand capacity and support specialized aviation operations. The project represents the [...]

Chennault Strengthens Defense Partnerships and Expands Support for Military Operations Chennault International Airport continues to reinforce its position as a critical aviation asset for the United States military. In recent days, residents across Lake Charles may have noticed a B-52 Stratofortress flying overhead, signaling the airport’s active support for Department of Defense operations and long-standing training partnerships. A Growing Relationship [...]

Nextgen Aviation Strengthens Gulf Coast Operations With Part 145 Certification Nextgen Aviation, a long-standing tenant at Chennault International Airport, has reached an important milestone in its continued growth along the Gulf Coast. The company’s Chennault location has officially earned Part 145 certification, positioning Nextgen as one of the region’s leading avionics service providers with three certificated Part 145 repair stations [...]

Chennault Named Louisiana’s 2025 Airport of the Year Chennault International Airport has been recognized as the 2025 Airport of the Year in the general aviation sector by the Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development (DOTD). The award honors “superior achievement” and a “significant impact on aviation” across the state. The distinction was presented this week at the annual Louisiana Airport [...]

Chennault Operations Team Achieves Full ACE Certification Chennault International Airport has reached an important milestone in its continued commitment to operational excellence and safety. With the recent accomplishment of Adrian Boudreaux, who earned the American Association of Airport Executives (AAAE) Airport Certified Employee (ACE) Airfield Operations designation, every member of Chennault’s operations team now holds this prestigious certification. What the [...]

Global Aircraft Maintenance & VVIP Interior Completions at Citadel Completions Global Standards. Local Care. The Citadel Completions Difference at Chennault International Airport In the world of private aviation, excellence is not a luxury — it’s a requirement. Aircraft owners and operators demand precision, reliability, and personalized service. At Chennault International Airport in Lake Charles, Louisiana, one company embodies that expectation [...]

Can Military Planes Land at Chennault International Airport? Chennault International Airport in Lake Charles, Louisiana, is no stranger to military activity. With secure facilities, a strategic central location, and a strong history of supporting national defense operations, Chennault is fully equipped to accommodate military aircraft. The question, “Can military planes land at Chennault?” is met with a clear and confident [...]

LandLocked Aviation Leads the Way in Aircraft Refinishing at Chennault Big Projects at a World-Class Facility At Chennault International Airport in Lake Charles, Louisiana, LandLocked Aviation Services is setting new standards in professional aircraft refinishing. The team has just launched the transformation of a United 777-200, beginning with the aircraft’s arrival at the Chennault hangar, a comprehensive safety briefing, and [...]