North Dakota Aeronautics Commission

10/07/2026

10/07/2026

09/28/2026

Odegard, who was also inducted into the North Dakota Aviation Hall of Fame in 1999, left an extraordinary legacy that continues to shape aviation in North Dakota and across the nation.

Congratulations on this well-deserved national recognition of one of North Dakota’s great aviation pioneers!

09/24/2026

✈️ North Dakota Aviation: A $3.6 Billion Economic Engine!

Did you know that North Dakota’s aviation and aerospace industry generates nearly $3.6 billion in annual economic output and supports approximately 28,734 jobs statewide?

Our recently completed 2025 North Dakota Aviation System Plan and Aviation Economic Impact Study highlight the tremendous contributions of our state’s 89 public-use airports, aerospace manufacturers, unmanned aircraft systems industry, UND School of Aerospace Sciences, and Grand Forks and Minot Air Force Bases.

The studies also identify future aviation needs and infrastructure priorities that will help guide airport investment across North Dakota over the next decade.

🎥 Missed one of our recent public presentations? Watch the recorded presentation to learn more about the important role aviation plays in North Dakota’s economy and communities!

This is "2025 NDSASP and NDAEIS Results Webinar" by Kimley-Horn on Vimeo, the home for high quality videos and the people who love them.

09/24/2026

09/22/2026

09/21/2026

Thank you Lt. Governor Strinden!

Great to welcome aviation leaders from across the country to North Dakota for the 2026 NASAO Annual Conference and share our state’s vision for the future of aviation, innovation and economic growth.

Aviation and aerospace generates billions in annual economic output in North Dakota and support nearly 29,000 jobs. We’re building on that strong foundation through the groundbreaking work of the Northern Plains UAS Test Site and the Vantis network. This infrastructure is positioning North Dakota as a national leader in advanced aviation and can be scaled to support safe, innovative operations in other states.

As aviation technology continues to evolve, North Dakota remains committed to advancing innovation while maintaining the highest standards of safety.

Thank you to the North Dakota Aeronautics Commission for your dedication to advancing aviation across our state and for your leadership in bringing this important national conference to North Dakota.

09/16/2026

Thank-you to all attendees, exhibitors, and sponsors that made happen in Grand Forks, ND!

09/08/2026

In 2020, the NDAA established a fund to provide financial assistance to High School Juniors, Seniors or recent GED recipients who plan to pursue advanced education in the field of aviation. Students planning to attend post-secondary education in the areas of Professional Pilot, Aviation Maintenance,...