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James A. Rhodes Airport servesJackson County, Ohio and is a stellarexample of a municipal airportthat is a critical part of the economyand part of the vital infrastructure ofGeneral Aviation in America. The airportis the means by which the localeconomy thrives and the US Air Raceis proud to include I43 as an officialrace stop.James A. Rhodes AirportJackson, OhioJackson was established in 1795 andcalled Salt Lick Town. Life was centeredaround salt until 1826 whenthe salt supply diminished. TheScioto Salt Works was Ohio’s first industry.Jackson is within two hoursof Columbus, Cincinnati and Daytonand three major universities. Livinghere provides an existence far removedfrom the hustle and bustleof metropolitan life offering a truerural setting. The pace is relaxed butJackson is considered one of themost progressive rural counties inOhio offering the finest in healthcareservices and a diverse economy.The annual Jackson CountyApple Festival is notably one of thestate’s premier festivals and pilotswill know they are in Jackson whenthey spot the water tower that is a“red apple”.Aerial view of Rhodes airport approaching from the east.James A. Rhodes Airport is named inhonor of the longest serving governorin Ohio history. Rhodes (1909-2001) has a true rags-to-riches story.The son of a Welsh coal miner, hesupported his mother and two sistersfrom age 8. He became an astutebusinessman and public servant.While in public office his motto was“Jobs and Progress”.Airport manager, Dale Freeland, willbe on hand to make you welcomeand make sure your time at Jacksonwill have you ready to return.Dale Freeland, airport manager, stands next to a fueling station.16