February 13, 2025
Our office recently kicked off our work to update the North Dakota Aviation System Plan and Economic Impact of Aviation Studies. These are critical tools for guiding infrastructure investment, supporting aviation growth, and demonstrating the industry’s significant contributions to the state's economy. Please visit our project website at https://2025ndsasp.com to learn more about the process and if interested you can also sign up to receive project updates via e-mail.
January 27, 2025
The North Dakota Aviation Hall of Fame committee announces that Cynthia (Cindy) Schreiber-Beck has been selected as the 50th inductee into the prestigious Hall of Fame. This honor recognizes individuals who have made significant contributions to the growth, development, and promotion of aviation in North Dakota.
January 16, 2025
Air travel in North Dakota has experienced a remarkable surge in 2024, with a 10% year-over-year increase and exceeding 1.2 million passenger boardings for the second time in the state’s history. This achievement surpasses the previous record that was set during the oil boom of 2014 and marks a significant milestone for North Dakota’s aviation industry.
January 7, 2025
North Dakota is celebrating a historic achievement in the 2024 growing season, as aerial applicators treated a record-breaking 5.5 million acres of cropland. This surpasses the previous record of 5.2 million acres set in 2015, marking a significant milestone for both the aviation and agricultural industries. All licensed aerial applicators are required to report their acreage annually to the North Dakota Aeronautics Commission, and the state’s historical (20 year) average is 4 million acres per year.
December 18, 2024
We are excited to announce that Kyle Wanner, Executive Director of the North Dakota Aeronautics Commission (NDAC), has been selected as a 2024 recipient of Airport Business's Top 40 Under 40 award.This honor recognizes the most innovative and promising emerging leaders who are shaping the future of aviation in North America. Recipients were chosen based on their dedication, vision, and significant achievements throughout their careers.
December 17, 2024
In November 2024, 103,279 passengers boarded flights in North Dakota, making it the busiest November on record and surpassing the previous high of 102,517 passengers set in November of 2014. The latest figures represent a 7% increase over November of 2023, with 6,561 more passengers. This November also marked the seventh consecutive month of record-breaking passenger totals across the state’s commercial service airports.
November 19, 2024
In October 2024, 112,273 passengers boarded flights in North Dakota, making it the busiest October on record and surpassing the previous high of 110,013 passengers set in October of 2014. The latest figures represent an 11% increase over October 2023, with 10,896 more passengers boarding flights. This October also marked the sixth consecutive month of record-breaking passenger totals across the state’s commercial service airports.
October 18, 2024
With 98,371 passengers boarding flights within North Dakota this past month, it marks the busiest September on record, surpassing the previous high of 92,703 passengers set in September of 2014. The September 2024 figures reflect a year-over-year increase of 7,101 passengers, representing an 8% rise over September 2023. Additionally, this marks the fifth consecutive month of record-breaking passenger numbers for the state.
September 18, 2024
North Dakota airports experienced their busiest month of August on record, with 108,035 passengers boarding flights. This surpasses the previous August record of 103,765 passengers set in 2014. All eight commercial service airports saw increased traffic compared to August 2023.
August 20, 2024
North Dakota airports had their busiest July on record as passenger boarding numbers reached 112,141 passengers for the month. This surpasses the previous record of 111,209 passengers that was set in July, 2014. This month's figures also represent a significant year-over-year growth of 12,693 boardings, which is a 13% increase compared to July, 2023.