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About Illinois Valley Regional Airport

Illinois Valley Regional Airport, also known as Walter A. Duncan Field (IATA: VYS, ICAO: KVYS), serves as a public-use airfield owned by the City of Peru. With two paved, lighted runways and a range of general aviation services, it’s a practical venue for aviation events, community gatherings, and specialized air shows. The airport sits near the crossroads of I-80 and I-39, offering straightforward road access and on-site facilities for visiting crews and event organizers.

Whether you’re attending a historic air show, a TBM Avenger Reunion, or a community concert-inspired gathering, we’ve got you covered with practical details on parking, transportation, and nearby lodging and dining options to help you plan a smooth day at the airport.

Runways include the primary 6,000 ft × 100 ft (18/36) and a crosswind 4,000 ft × 75 ft (7/25). Midwest Aero, Inc. (formerly Midwest Avtech) provides jet fuel, Avgas, maintenance, and on-site services, plus an on-site meeting room and hangars to support events. While public parking specifics aren’t published by the city, nearby hotels and services ensure convenient access for visitors. Notable past events include the TBM Avenger Reunion/Air Show and a historic Goodyear Blimp landing in 1996, with the area continuing to host community activities like Lou’s LaGrotto Concerts for a Cause and milestone celebrations, such as the 40th anniversary in 2025. For a reliable, easy-to-navigate experience, think of us as your local connection to tickets, logistics, and nearby amenities.

We’ll help you secure accommodations and dining that fit your visit, with affiliate partner recommendations to simplify planning. City access, parking habits, and local services are described to ensure you know what to expect when you arrive at KVYS (VYS).

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Seating, Parking & Venue Information

  • Type/ownership: Public-use airport owned by the City of Peru.
  • Name/rename: Also known as Walter A. Duncan Field; IATA code VYS, ICAO KVYS.
  • Address: 4251 Ed Urban Drive, Peru, IL 61354.
  • Runways/capacity: Two paved, lighted runways—primary 6,000 ft × 100 ft (18/36) and crosswind 4,000 ft × 75 ft (7/25).
  • FBO/services: Midwest Aero, Inc. (fka Midwest Avtech) provides jet fuel, Avgas, maintenance; on-site meeting room and hangars available.
  • Access/Transit: Road-accessible airport near the intersection of I-80 and I-39; no control tower; general aviation operations.
  • Parking: Public parking details not published by the city; nearby hotels are available for visitors.
  • Nearby hotels: Hotels and services are in close proximity to the airport (e.g., Holiday Inn Express Peru – LaSalle Area).
  • Notable events: TBM Avenger Reunion/Air Show; Goodyear Blimp landing in 1996; Lou’s LaGrotto Concerts for a Cause events in the 2010s; 40th anniversary celebrated in 2025.