Perry County Missouri has the rare opportunity to be within the path of totality and experience not only the Great American Total Solar Eclipse of 2017 but also the upcoming Great North American Total Solar Eclipse of 2024!
Where the Sun, the Moon, and the River meet - Perryville Regional Airport is located in the Perry County "Bottoms" situated next to the mighty Mississippi River and is directly in the totality path of the April 8, 2024 solar eclipse. With its 7,000' x 100' concrete runway, fueling station and AWOS, it allows various types of air crafts, including jets, to use the facility. It is sure to be a sweet spot for viewing the 2024 Solar Eclipse. Just land, watch, and take off!