JmstnAirport2Bismarck, ND (KCSi-T.V. News Jul 15, 2013) — The North Dakota Aeronautics Commission reports that North Dakota airports recorded their highest June boardings ever, and the statewide trend is up 9% from last year’s record pace.

Jamestown boardings in June this year were up at 218 compared to 175 in June of 2012.

 

Dickinson initiated jet service to Denver and Minneapolis in June, and set an all-time monthly boarding record.

 

Noteworthy was Williston, with three times as many passengers compared to June of last year. The eastern airports also posted big numbers with Grand Forks having an increase of 1546 passengers and Fargo increasing by 3439 from last June.

 

North Dakota Aeronautics Director Larry Taborsky stated, “The airports are busy across the state, supporting lots of activities. Parking lots are full and rental car agencies are busy, indicating that passengers are travelling to whatever airport that can support their business and vacation travel plans.”