Atlantic Aviation
Chicago, IL
About Atlantic Aviation
Atlantic Aviation at Midway operates from a recently renovated facility at 6150 South Laramie Avenue, providing charter passengers with a polished alternative to Signature Flight Support on the other side of the field. The renovation updated the terminal interior, hangar spaces, and passenger amenities to compete effectively in the busy Chicago private aviation market.
The terminal features heated hangars, valet parking, ramp-side Wi-Fi, and a concierge service that can arrange hotel accommodations and restaurant reservations throughout the city. Crew cars are available for short trips, and the staff handles all standard ground services including fueling, baggage, and aircraft marshaling. The overall atmosphere is professional and attentive without being overly formal.
Midway's location about 10 miles southwest of the Loop gives it a meaningful time advantage over O'Hare for passengers headed downtown. A car to Michigan Avenue or the River North hotel district takes 20 to 30 minutes in normal traffic. McCormick Place, the country's largest convention center, is about 15 minutes east on the Stevenson Expressway.
The airport's runway constraints are worth noting. The primary runway at 6,522 feet works well for light through super-midsize jets, but heavy and ultra-long-range aircraft may face payload limitations. Your charter operator will factor this into trip planning.
Having two quality FBOs at Midway creates healthy competition that benefits passengers and operators through better pricing and service. Atlantic's renovated space and personalized approach have earned it a following among operators who appreciate the attentive staff and modern facilities. For passengers with downtown Chicago destinations, Atlantic MDW offers a comfortable, efficient experience that avoids the longer drives and higher congestion associated with arriving at O'Hare.
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Operations at Chicago Midway International Airport
Downtown Chicago (the Loop, River North, Magnificent Mile) is 8 to 10 miles northeast. In normal traffic, that is 20 to 30 minutes by car. Rush hour on the Dan Ryan or Stevenson can push that to 45 minutes or more. The CTA Orange Line connects Midway to the Loop in about 30 minutes for passengers traveling light, though most private flyers use car service. Lincolnwood, Evanston, and the North Shore are 40 to 55 minutes away. The south suburbs (Orland Park, Tinley Park, Oak Lawn) are 15 to 25 minutes. O'Hare is roughly 40 to 50 minutes by highway.