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Springfield-Branson National Airport’s (KSGF) restored general aviation terminal, which houses the Midwest Premier FBO, has earned the 2025 General Aviation Project of the Year Architectural Award, presented by the Great Lakes chapter of the American Association of Airport Executives (AAAE). The $6.7 million project was completed in October 2024.
The award recognizes excellence in architectural design and construction for the Midwest Premier restoration project. Opened in 1990, the general aviation terminal has supported business and general aviation in the region, but Springfield’s growth spurred the need for modernized facilities.
“We weren’t looking for good; we wanted KSGF to be great for our corporate and private passengers,” said KSGF assistant director of aviation and project manager David Schaumburg. He cited the work of Dake Wells Architecture and Nabholz Corp. for making the FBO vision a reality.
Employing a construction manager at risk (CMAR) delivery method,&nbsp;the airport&nbsp;partnered with its CMAR and Dake Wells to incorporate high-end amenities and functional upgrades. This collaborative process led to a recommended material substitution that saved $1.1 million without compromising the visual impact.
“Dake Wells certainly shares the airport’s excitement for this award,” said building information modeling manager Brandon White. “We were honored to be selected by KSGF to help bring the vision of a reimagined FBO to life—one that introduces air travelers to the community and region we love.”

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