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General Mitchell International Airport is a civil-military airport located in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, USA. It was named after General William "Billy" Mitchell, who was known as the father of the United States Air Force. The airport has a rich history that dates back to the early 1900s.

The first commercial flight from Milwaukee took place on October 21, 1926. The flight was operated by National Air Transport and flew from Milwaukee to Chicago. The airport was initially called Milwaukee County Airport and was located on what is now the General Mitchell Air Reserve Station.

In 1941, the airport was renamed General Billy Mitchell Field to honor General Mitchell's contributions to aviation. During World War II, the airport served as an important training center for military pilots. In the postwar era, the airport underwent a number of improvements, including the construction of new runways and terminals.