John H Batten Airport (RAC)

John H. Batten Airport (RAC), also known as Batten International Airport, is a primary general aviation and corporate hub serving the Racine and Milwaukee metropolitan areas of Wisconsin, located approximately 2 miles northwest of the city center. The airport operates from a modern, high-efficiency passenger terminal designed primarily to facilitate business aviation, private charters, and recreational flyers. It acts as a critical infrastructure link, providing a professional base for flight operations and administrative support managed directly by the Racine Commercial Airport Corporation. The terminal infrastructure provides a variety of high-quality amenities across its unified layout, featuring comfortable passenger lounges and a dedicated pilot lounge equipped for flight planning and weather briefings. Travelers and flight crews have access to a professional conference room with audio/video support, free high-speed Wi-Fi throughout the building, and a specialized pilot shop selling aviation gear and supplies. The facility is notably designated as an official U.S. Customs and Border Protection Port of Entry, with customs services available 24/7 upon request to support international corporate transit. Technical services at the field are comprehensive, featuring 24-hour full-service Jet A and 100LL fueling, alongside extensive heated hangar storage and specialized on-site aircraft maintenance. The airport features a substantial 6,574-foot concrete runway (04/22) capable of handling large corporate jets, providing a professional alternative to the larger commercial hubs in Chicago and Milwaukee. Ground transportation is well-supported by on-site car rental desks and local taxi links, while the facility also offers complimentary 'crew cars' for short-term pilot use to reach the city's main districts and waterfront attractions.