Q3 at Hector: New Perks and Programs Around FAR

Skyway Grand Opening

The first snowfall is just around the corner, but travelers no longer need to trudge through poor weather to get to the terminal. The long-awaited skyway opened in late September, connecting the second floor of the parking ramp to the terminal.

Mary Kay Hammans' Las Vegas trip started with a winning hand as she became the first passenger to cross the skyway. A lucky start for her and the future of travel at FAR.

Allegiant Air Division Champion

Fargo's Allegiant Air station receives Division Champion title with the most overall points in the airline's 2026 Summer Stack Competition. Stations across the United States compete throughout the summer months in four main categories: on-time performance, turnaround efficiency, baggage handling safety, and safety and compliance.

Congratulations to the Allegiant team, and thank you for your hard work and dedication to our passengers.

Disabled Veteran Parking Program

Disabled veterans can now save 25% when parking in the Short-Term Ramp, Long-Term Ramp, and Long-Term Surface parking lot of Hector International Airport. To redeem, check out with a cashier in the left lane of the main exit plaza. Travelers will need to display an eligible license plate or present a Disabled Veteran card, and a valid driver's license for verification.

This parking program does not include Economy lots and cannot be applied to pre-booked reservations. Full program details are available on the airport parking website.

Renovation Updates: Inside & Out

Hardworking crews completed two major projects this quarter. The west apron reconstruction by Northern Improvement Company wrapped on time in late August. McGough Construction, TL Stroh Architects, and TF Powers Construction opened the skyway to travelers on September 18, nearly two months ahead of schedule.

Inside the terminal, new ticket counters renovations to the information desk have been unveiled. Tile has been installed in the restroom and restaurant areas, and ceiling planks will soon be installed throughout the remaining concourse.

Fargo Wings

Late August, Fargo Jet Center announced the sale of its flight school to Fargo Wings, the second flight school owned and operated by Jeff Ohman. With 23 years of experience in the industry and 11 years as flight school owner, Ohman plans to continue the momentum of the school, growing the flight training program in the Fargo area.

"With resources from both operations working together, we will be able to offer more types of aircraft, additional aircraft at busier times, and discounts for those customers committing to a higher level of flight times."

The current Fargo-based fleet includes eight C172 Cessnas, a Piper Archer, and a Cirrus SR22. Facility tours and discovery flights can be scheduled during the week by contacting Fargo Wings at (701) 799-2844 or [email protected].

Holiday Travel: Plan More, Stress Less

Seasonal routes to Orlando-Sanford, Phoenix-Sky Harbor, and St. Pete-Clearwater return for the holiday season, joining eight year-round destinations to get you where you want to go. Whether you are flying for a family vacation or visiting relatives across the country, keep these tips in mind to avoid hiccups along the way.

Book flights once plans are set. Flights around the holidays fill up quickly. Begin your search early at fargoairport.com to compare destinations, flight times, and pricing in one easy location.

Reserve parking before you arrive. Prebook a spot in our parking ramp or surface lot to save time before your flight. Scan the QR code from your confirmation email at the entrance of the designated parking option.

Check your flight status. Weather can change travel plans quickly. Check your airline's app or website for the latest information before leaving home.

Review TSA Guidelines for Gifts. Wait to wrap gifts until you clear security or opt for gift bags and boxes that can easily open for TSA inspection. Curious if you should pack, check, or ship an item? Look for it on the "What Can I Bring?" list on tsa.gov.

Q3 Boarding Statistics: Another Round of Records

July

Third quarter started out strong with the second busiest month in Hector history. July's passenger enplanements were 56,359, a 4% increase when compared to the July 2025 passenger enplanements of 54,008.

Total passenger count for the month was 111,277, which is up 3% over the same period last year. There were 722 air carrier departures with an average of 90 seats per flight in July and an average of 3,590 total daily passengers.

August

Passenger traffic set a new high for August. Enplanements reached 53,392, an increase of 5% when compared to the August 2025 passenger enplanements of 50,867.

Total passenger count for the month was 106,698 which is up 5% over the same period last year. There were 716 air carrier departures with an average of 88 seats per flight in August and an average of 3,442 total daily passengers.

September

September marked the eighth record-breaking month of the year with 49,464 passenger enplanements. This is an increase of 7% when compared to the September 2025 passenger enplanements of 46,258.

Total passenger count for the month was 98,407 which is up 7% over the same period last year. There were 666 air carrier departures with an average of 88 seats per flight in September and an average of 3,280 total daily passengers.