Abraham Lincoln Capital Airport

Abraham Lincoln Capital Airport (SPI) serves as Springfield's primary gateway and a significant regional hub for central Illinois aviation, supporting commercial service, regional business aviation, and general aviation operations. Located in the state capital, SPI occupies a unique position as both a commercial air service hub and a general aviation facility. With two runways measuring 6,000 and 10,000 feet, SPI accommodates regional jets, business turboprops, and general aviation aircraft, supporting the full spectrum of aviation demand from corporate operations to recreational flying. Springfield's position as Illinois' state capital creates unique aviation requirements including state aircraft operations, legislative travel, and government-related missions that generate consistent aviation demand. The airport serves as the hub for multiple regional airlines providing scheduled service to major hubs like Chicago, St. Louis, Kansas City, and other regional destinations. This air service demonstrates the airport's importance to central Illinois commerce and state government operations. The surrounding Sangamon County region encompasses Springfield's population of 117,000, while the greater central Illinois region includes over 500,000 residents within 50 miles, providing for a robust market for aviation services. For business aviation, SPI attracts corporate operators serving the central Illinois manufacturing, agriculture, and financial sectors. The airport's facilities support both commercial and general aviation seamlessly, maintaining separate terminals and operations areas for each segment. Multiple fixed-based operators compete for business aviation services, ensuring competitive pricing and excellent service quality. The professional FBO services at SPI rival much larger airports, with facilities supporting aircraft maintenance, fuel services, crew accommodations, and passenger amenities. For aircraft financing, SPI offers excellent opportunities for regional business operators, corporate turboprops, and business jet ownership. The airport's stable economic base—supported by state government, comprehensive insurance company headquarters, and major medical facilities—creates reliable, sustained demand for aircraft services. Lenders view SPI-based aircraft as representing solid investment opportunities within central Illinois' economic sphere, with strong fundamentals supporting aircraft values. The airport's scheduled commercial service demonstrates sophisticated aviation infrastructure and operational capability. Regional manufacturers and distributors increasingly utilize SPI for business aviation needs and cargo operations. The capital city location ensures a stable customer base for charter operations, medical evacuation services, and corporate aviation.