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.
Upper Midwest Area Aviation News
Not a day goes by in Aviation where it doesn't make the news, it could be historic, tragic, or just news. Below you can find out more news stories, ones that effect the Upper Midwest!
Delta & Northwest set to Merge
Delta Air Lines and Northwest Airlines announced in April their intentions to merge with one another to create the world's largest airline. The company did not expect any involuntary furloughs, no reduction of hubs, and more growth.
Casualties of 2008
Several airlines have already dissapeared from the skies this year around the world, take a look at this article to find out which ones and more information..
Other Industry News
Find out several other stories about the aviation industry in the Upper Midwest.