Aviation Guide for North Dakota
Comprehensive aviation resource for North Dakota pilots and aircraft owners. Explore financing options, local flying conditions, and community resources.
Aviation Infrastructure
North Dakota Airports & Facilities
Airport Network
Public Airports132
Private Airports580
Flight Schools10
Major FBOs
- • Bismarck Aviation
- • Fargo Air Service
Flying Conditions
Regional Flying Characteristics
Weather & Terrain
VFR Days/Year240
Terrain TypeGreat Plains and river valleys
Airspace ComplexityClass D Bismarck, Fargo; minimal Class C
Common Flight Routes
- → Cross-plains flights
- → Missouri River valley scenic
North Dakota features a humid continental climate with very cold winters and warm summers. The state experiences significant seasonal variation and winter weather can be severe. Open prairie terrain provides excellent visibility and numerous emergency landing options.
Ownership & Finance
North Dakota Financing Factors
Taxes & Registration
State TaxesSales tax on aircraft; fuel tax applicable
RegistrationNorth Dakota aircraft registration
Hangaring & Insurance
Hangar AvailabilityExcellent; abundant grass strips
Average Monthly Cost$200-$400/month
Insurance NotesWinter weather premiums important
Community
Local Aviation Community
10
EAA Chapters
5,200
Estimated Pilots
1
Annual Events
Notable Destinations
- ✈ Theodore Roosevelt National Park area
- ✈ Missouri River scenic
Annual Events
- 🎯 North Dakota Aviation Day
Popular Aircraft
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