McCook, Neb. — September 2026 — After nearly two years of collaborative efforts to strengthen operations and
position the McCook Ben Nelson Regional Airport for the future, the McCook Economic Development Corporation
(MEDC) and City of McCook are pleased to announce that G2G Aviation, based in Wray, Colorado, has assumed
Fixed Base Operator (FBO) services at the airport.
The transition represents the culmination of several major initiatives undertaken over the past couple of years
following the bankruptcy of the airport’s previous FBO.
Last fall, MEDC acquired the FBO facilities and airplane hangars through the bankruptcy proceedings. The
acquisition was made possible through a generous anonymous grant through the Nebraska Community
Foundation Fund and in partnership with the City of McCook. The effort allowed the facilities to remain under local
ownership and control while providing the community with an opportunity to establish a long-term plan for the
future of the airport and its aviation services.
“This has been a significant undertaking that required tremendous cooperation among MEDC, the City of McCook,
our community partners and many others,” said Charlie McPherson, Executive Director of the McCook Economic
Development Corporation. “Over the past couple of years, we have moved from considerable uncertainty following
the previous operator’s bankruptcy to securing local control of these important assets, hiring a dedicated Airport
Manager and partnering with an experienced private FBO operator. A great deal of time and effort went into
reaching this point, and we are excited about the stronger, more sustainable future being created for the McCook
Airport.”
Another important step came late last year when MEDC and the City began the process of recruiting a dedicated
Airport Manager. Following an extensive interview and selection process, Chance Evans was hired and began
serving in the position in January 2026.
The addition of a dedicated Airport Manager marked an important milestone for the airport, which had not had an
individual solely dedicated to airport management in decades. The position provides day-to-day leadership and
oversight at the airport while also relieving City staff of many of the daily operational responsibilities they’ve had to
assume over the years.
“Hiring Chance as Airport Manager was an important step forward for the McCook Airport,” said McPherson. “In a
short time, he has provided dedicated leadership, improved coordination among the airport’s partners and helped
position the airport for continued growth. His knowledge, aviation experience, and commitment have already
made a positive impact, and we are excited about the future under his leadership,”
With airport management in place, MEDC and the City turned their attention toward identifying a long-term FBO
operator. Earlier this year, MEDC conducted a formal Request for Proposal (RFP) process that generated interest
from several qualified aviation companies.
Following a comprehensive review of the proposals, presentations and discussions with the candidates, G2G
Aviation and Cory Clark emerged as the preferred operator.
“The City of McCook is excited to welcome G2G to the McCook Ben Nelson Regional Airport as our community’s
new Fixed Base Operator. Cory and his team at G2G have the experience necessary to ensure essential airport
operations are provided at the highest standard. It is our belief that G2G will help usher in a new era of superlative
assistance, making our airport an attractive option for pilots and travelers seeking courteous and efficient service,”
said Nate Schneider, McCook City Manager. “In addition, the City of McCook welcomes Chance Evans as the
McCook Ben Nelson Airport manager. Chance brings years of aeronautical experience to the position of airport
manager, bringing a fresh perspective with him. We look forward to growing McCook’s airport with Chance at the
helm over the coming years.”
All contracts between MEDC and G2G Aviation have now been finalized, approved and executed, clearing the way
for G2G Aviation to officially assume FBO operations starting this past Sunday. “They understand aviation, they
understand rural communities, and most importantly, they share our vision of what the McCook Airport can
become. We believe they are going to be an excellent partner for the City, MEDC and the entire region,” McPherson
said.
As the airport’s Fixed Base Operator, G2G Aviation will oversee services including aircraft fueling, hangar
operations, airplane maintenance, and other general aviation services, while working alongside Airport Manager
Chance Evans, City of McCook staff and the MEDC to continue expanding aviation activity and services at the
airport.
“We’re excited about the future of G2G Aviation in McCook and grateful for the opportunity to be part of such a
vibrant community. We look forward to serving individuals, businesses, pilots and aspiring pilots while helping
bring more visitors and opportunities to McCook through aviation. We’re especially thankful for the support and
partnership of McCook Economic Development and the City of McCook as we begin this next chapter,” said Cory
Clark, owner of G2G Aviation. The transition to G2G Aviation represents the latest step in a much larger effort to
strengthen the McCook Regional Airport as an important transportation and economic development asset for
McCook and Southwest Nebraska.
“We are poised to do great things with this airport. Adding an airport manager and a new FBO that is focused on
growth and progress opens up more opportunities than ever before,” said Troy Bruntz, Board President of the
McCook Economic Development Corporation.
MEDC and the City of McCook would like to thank everyone involved throughout this process, including the
Nebraska Community Foundation, whose generous grant made the acquisition of the FBO facilities possible, as
well as the many community partners, board members, City staff, G2G Aviation representatives and others who
have contributed to this effort over the past year.
To learn more about G2G Aviation and their offerings, visit them at www.g2gaviation.com.
About the McCook Economic Development Corporation
The McCook Economic Development Corporation (MEDC) is a nonprofit economic development organization that
collaborates with local businesses, community partners, and the City of McCook to foster economic growth,
support business development and expansion, advance housing opportunities, strengthen early childhood care
initiatives, and encourage community investment throughout McCook and Southwest Nebraska.
