Fun Facts
AOPA
AOPA (Aircraft Owners Pilot Association) now has 412,000 members.
Alberto Santos-Dumont
Was the first to sustain manned powered flight in Europe, he was a Brazilian living in France. His flight took place November 12, 1906.
Air sickness bags
Some airsickness bags (not used) from aircraft have sold for over $200 on Ebay.
Airports
The Upper Midwest is home to more regional airports than major airports, the only true major airport in the three states is Minneapolis/St. Paul, home of Northwest Airlines. However, many people already know about Minneapolis/St. Paul, but few know about the important regional airports throughout the midwest, such as Grand Forks, Rapid City, Minot, and more.
Airports of Minnesota
Check out the commercial airports from the state of hockey, Minnesota! With 9 commercial airports in the state, there is plenty to explore in the land of 10,000 lakes.
Airports of North Dakota
This Legendary state as the tourism office calls it, is home to believe it or not, 8 commercial airports. Still think that there is nothing in the state of North Dakota, well you just might be wrong..
Airports of South Dakota
South Dakota is home to two of the larger airports of Sioux Falls and Rapid City, and is home to 7 commercial airports. The state which houses one of the United States major historical points (Mt. Rushmore) is a state with varying landscapes and there are airports that can allow you to see any of those.