Bismarck, ND  (KCSi-T.V. News Dec 14, 2012)  —  The North Dakota Aeronautics Commission released the state-wide commercial air-service boardings for November.

So far, the statewide average for airline boardings is up 19% from this time last year.

Williston had their highest month on record with 4,916 boardings last month. Their previous record was just set in May of this year at 3,018, which makes a 63% increase in just six months. Minot has seen a 52% increase from this time last year and Fargo continually has the most boardings.

“Statewide, the use of aviation is very strong. Although new records are being set in the west, our largest boardings are still in the east,” said Joshua Simmers, Aviation Projects Manager. “Fuel sales across the state suggest that aviation use is up in all capacities – not just commercial airlines.” 2012 numbers are anticipated to be the highest on record.

The report said Jamestown boardings were  251 compared to 499 in November of 2012.