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The Black Ribbon of Roosterville

The 20-foot-wide landing strip at Roosterville Airport is one of the narrowest paved public-use runway in the state of Missouri.

Looking down Roosterville Airport’s 2,780-foot-long, 20-foot-wide asphalt runway, which is often called the “black ribbon. [Courtesy: Roosterville International Airport]
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Key Takeaways:

  • Roosterville International Airport, family-owned by Paul Stuber since 1993, fosters a unique, old-time community atmosphere where aviation enthusiasts of all ages gather, much like a local barbershop.
  • The airport is dedicated to providing an accessible facility for "regular guys" to own and fly airplanes for fun, embodying a laid-back vibe cherished by its general aviation community.
  • Despite encroaching urban development, the airport thrives on a strong volunteer spirit, with pilots actively contributing to its maintenance and improvements, showcasing a deeply collaborative and committed community.
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“My take on what makes Roosterville ‘International’ Airport (0N0) unique is—if you remember The Andy Griffith Show—everyone came to the barbershop. Well, here, everyone comes to the airport. We have a lot of pilots, retired pilots, and others here, so it’s just a wide spectrum of aviation enthusiasts at Roosterville—both young and old,” said Dee Stuber-Sligar. 

Her father, Paul Stuber, has owned the airport for nearly three decades. Today, he and several other family members are active in its continued operations. 

Grant Boyd

Grant Boyd is a private pilot with eight years of experience in aviation business, including marketing, writing, customer service, and sales. Boyd holds a Bachelor's and a Master's of Business Administration degree, both from Wichita State University, and a Doctor of Education degree from Oklahoma State University. He was chosen as a NBAA Business Aviation ""Top 40 Under 40"" award recipient in 2020.

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