Second-Strongest Spring Travel on Record for ND Airports
North Dakota’s commercial airports recorded 117,481 passenger boardings in March 2026, a 4.6 percent decrease from the record-setting March 2025 total of 123,187. Despite this decline, March 2026 ranks as the second-strongest March on record, reflecting continued strength in seasonal spring travel demand across the state.
Posted 4/16/26 (Thu) read more »
North Dakota Airports See Stable Passenger Demand in February
North Dakota’s commercial service airports recorded 105,263 passenger boardings in February 2026, remaining in line with the record-setting levels observed in February 2025 and reflecting continued stability in air travel demand across the state. Demand is expected to strengthen in the coming months, though the trajectory may depend in part on the duration and resolution of federal funding uncertainties affecting the Transportation Security Administration (TSA).
Posted 3/20/26 (Fri) read more »
2025 Airport of the Year Awards
The Minot International Airport has been named North Dakota’s 2025 Commercial Service Airport of the Year, while the New Town Municipal Airport has been recognized as the 2025 General Aviation Airport of the Year. These awards were presented during the North Dakota Aviation Association’s FLY-ND Conference awards banquet, held in Minot on March 10th, 2026.
Posted 3/12/26 (Thu) read more »
Pilots Complete "Fly North Dakota Airports" Passport Program
Multiple pilots were recently presented with awards for participating in the “Fly North Dakota Airports” Passport Program. This program began in North Dakota in 2011 and it rewards pilots who fly to North Dakota’s publicly owned airports, attend FAA safety seminars, and visit North Dakota’s aviation museums. This program promotes safety, continuing education, and encourages pilots to practice approaches and landings in many different environments. This program also offers an opportunity to promote and support North Dakota’s airports and their community businesses and tourism opportunities.
Posted 3/12/26 (Thu) read more »