Joplin Regional Airport serves as a key aviation facility for southwestern Missouri, and its blend of commercial service, general aviation, and military activity makes it an interesting location for flight simulation. Situated a short distance north of downtown Joplin, the airport covers nearly 970 acres and supports a level of traffic that is significant for the Four States region. Its two primary runways, both extending beyond 6,500 feet, give it the flexibility to handle everything from light GA traffic to regional commercial aircraft.
A new freeware for Microsoft Flight Simulator 2020 and 2024 now enhances the default representation of Joplin Regional by refining the airport environment and improving accuracy across key areas. The stock scenery offers only a general depiction of the field, so updated textures, corrected building placements, and improved ground details help bring the airport closer to its real-world configuration.
For those who fly turboprops, regional jets, or GA aircraft in the Midwest, Joplin offers a practical stopover or origin point with an airfield layout that balances ease of use with operational depth. You can download the enhanced scenery by scottmc606 ➡️ for free on Flightsim.to. If you enjoy the work, consider supporting the creator through a donation to help encourage future development.