ILM actually is the 3 character airport designation that was assigned by the IATA (international air transport association) based out of Montreal. ILM also stands for Industrial Light and Magic, which is George Lucas' special effects house.
Wilmington
Hi Daniel, The ILM comes from the word Wilmington. w(ILM)ington International Airport. W's are often reserved for radio call signs so Wilmington International Airport is ILM.
Wilmington International Airport
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