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Faribault Municipal Airport-Liz Wall Strohfus Field (FBL/KFBL) is a public general-aviation airport serving Faribault, Minnesota, about 50 miles south of Minneapolis–Saint Paul. It is named in honor of Liz Wall Strohfus, a Faribault native and Women Airforce Service Pilots (WASP) member, and offers a quiet, convenient base for private and recreational flying in southern Minnesota. The field has a paved primary runway and a turf runway, with basic services for transient and based aircraft.
💡 Local Tip
Frequent visitors appreciate that the airport is a quiet alternative to the Twin Cities reliever fields; check the turf runway condition after heavy rain and call ahead for fuel or courtesy-car availability before a weekend stop.
🚖 Getting There
The airport is a short drive from downtown Faribault and is most easily reached by car via I-35 and MN-21. Rideshare and taxi service in Faribault can be limited, so arrange a pickup in advance if you are not renting a car. For airline connections, allow about an hour to reach Minneapolis–Saint Paul International Airport (MSP).
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What is the airport's official name?
A: Faribault Municipal Airport-Liz Wall Strohfus Field. It honors Liz Wall Strohfus, a local WASP pilot who flew during World War II.
Q: Does FBL have commercial airline service?
A: No. It is a general-aviation airport for private, business, and recreational aircraft; the nearest major commercial service is at Minneapolis–Saint Paul International Airport (MSP).
Q: What runways and facilities are available?
A: The airport has a paved primary runway and a turf runway, plus fuel, hangars, and a small terminal or pilot lounge. Services may vary, so check NOTAMs and call ahead for fuel or courtesy-car availability.
Q: How far is Faribault from the Twin Cities?
A: Faribault is roughly 50 miles south of Minneapolis–Saint Paul, typically a 45–60 minute drive via I-35, depending on traffic.
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