North Dakota Aeronautics Commission

04/14/2026

North Dakota is excited to host coming September 13th - 16th to Grand Forks!

03/19/2026

✈️ Calling all aviation leaders and innovators—

Session proposals are now open for the NASAO Conference, coming to Grand Forks, North Dakota on September 13–16, 2026.

This is your opportunity to help shape the national conversation on aviation - submit your proposals by April 10!

📢 Help us spread the word! NASAO has officially opened the call for session proposals for , taking place September 13-16, 2026, in Grand Forks, ND ✈️

Since 1931, NASAO has annually brought together state government aviation agencies, as well as thought leaders and experts from the aviation industry, to explore innovative strategies to support and manage the airport environment and navigate technological advances. Share your expertise on topics ranging from state-to-state collaboration to the role of in the environment 💫

View guidelines and submit your proposal by April 10 👉 https://www.cvent.com/c/abstracts/7df37147-2fb4-412e-8bb9-2b4ddfbb3a41
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03/13/2026

Congratulations to all recent award recipients! Thank-you for everyone who attended this year's North Dakota Aviation Association • Fly-ND conference!

03/12/2026

✈️ Congratulations to the 2026 Gold Award recipients of the Fly North Dakota Airports Passport Program!

To achieve the program’s highest award, pilots must fly to all 89 public airports in North Dakota, visit the Fargo and Minot aviation museums, and attend three FAA safety seminars.

This year’s Gold recipients are:
• Terry Liddick – Spearfish, SD
• Shane McKenzie – Minot, ND
• Trevor Reiter – Minot, ND
• Max Kahlhamer – Grand Forks, ND
• Neil Kadrmas – Washburn, ND
• James Lindquist – Hettinger, ND

These pilots join 114 others who have completed the challenge since the program's inception in 2011, bringing the running total to 120 Gold-level pilots.

Congratulations to these pilots for their dedication to aviation safety, proficiency, and their commitment to exploring all of North Dakota’s airports! ✈️

03/12/2026

Congratulations to the New Town Municipal Airport for being named the 2025 General Aviation Airport of the Year at the Fly North Dakota Conference hosted by the North Dakota Aviation Association

This recognition reflects the airport’s local leadership and investment in expanding access to aviation in the region. Recent improvements — including a 300ft runway extension allows the airport to now accommodate larger aircraft have strengthened the airport’s role as an essential transportation and emergency service asset for the New Town community and surrounding area. A job well done! ✈️👏

03/12/2026

Congratulations to the Minot International Airport for being named the 2025 Commercial Service Airport of the year at the Fly North Dakota Conference hosted by the North Dakota Aviation Association.

This recognition reflects the airport’s commitment to community engagement, operational safety, and infrastructure improvements that strengthen aviation service across western North Dakota. Well deserved! ✈️👏

03/11/2026

Congratulations to Warren Pietsch for his recent induction into the North Dakota Aviation Hall of Fame! Take a moment to watch his remarkable story in this induction video produced by our partners at the UND Aerospace Network.

North Dakota Aviation Hall of Fame 2026 Inductee Warren Pietsch

03/02/2026

Governor Armstrong has proclaimed March 2026 as Aviation Month in North Dakota!

In our state, aviation is critical infrastructure. It powers economic growth, supports emergency response and agriculture, strengthens military readiness, connects businesses to worldwide markets, and serves as a lifeline for rural communities. From commercial service airports to general aviation airfields, from advanced UAS operations to air medical transport, aviation continues to drive North Dakota’s economy and elevate our quality of life.

02/28/2026

Congratulations to all of the federal, state, local, and industry partners - including the Northern Plains UAS Test Site and Vantis UAS team in helping to establish North Dakota as the first non-federal entity in the nation to successfully and securely access the FAA’s unfiltered radar data feed. These efforts help to establish North Dakota as a national model for managing UAS traffic within the National Airspace System.

02/17/2026

If you are planning to attend the upcoming Fly-ND conference and want to tour Minot Air Force Base, don’t wait — advance registration is mandatory and spots are limited. Deadline to register is March 2nd.

Fly-ND Conference Minot Air Base Tours – Advance Registration Required! Registration for the tour closes Monday, March 2nd.

Attending the Fly-ND Conference and interested in touring Minot Air Force Base? Don’t miss this unique opportunity — tours are only open to registered Fly-ND Conference attendees, and prior registration is required.

NO walk-ups will be allowed. All participants must complete the registration form and background check in full. If you do not register or fail to provide all required information, you will unfortunately be turned away.

Tour highlights include:
• Maintenance Facility
• ATC Tower
• B-52 Weapon Loading Demonstration
• B-52 Flight Simulator

Tour Date: Tuesday, March 10
Registration closes: Monday, March 2 at 5:00 PM

Transportation: All attendees must ride the provided shuttle from the Clarion Hotel Convention Center Minot

Shuttle departs at 1:30 PM sharp on March 10 and returns to the Clarion Hotel at approximately 5:00 PM

👉 Required registration link:
https://forms.gle/x27NGHGJBwkrLoX48

Spots are limited — please register early to secure your place. We look forward to seeing you on the tour!

02/12/2026

Check out the most recent ND Aviation Quarterly!

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