The Adventure Begins With Aviation

by Cassandra Isackson
Director, Minnesota Office of Aeronautics

The past couple of months have been a whirlwind for me as I continue to get my aviation legs under me. It is exciting to see the deeply felt love and passion nearly everyone in aviation seems to have. Their heartfelt dedication and sincere motivation is clearly evident.

We are here to work for you and to help keep aviation in Minnesota vibrant, safe, and thriving. In fact, we are currently wrapping up the new “State Aviation Systems Plan” (SASP) and making sure our programs align with the SASP goals. These goals include:

• Reduce aviation accidents and injuries, and to enhance airport operations.

• Ensure that Minnesota citizens and businesses have convenient access to the air transportation network.

• Improve airports’ abilities to become more financially sustainable.

• Provide a reliable aviation system for all Minnesotans.

• Ensure the integrity of our airports’ infrastructure without compromising future needs.

With your continued input and ideas, I am very confident we will accomplish these goals.

When you go flying, why not make flying an adventure as you travel to an airport in a Minnesota city that you have never before visited. Discover that local city and its treasures. Minnesota has so much to offer and as an aviator, you have a fast and easy way to see many places in a relatively short period of time.

Take a few friends with you who may have never flown in a GA aircraft. Introduce them to flight and show them the beauty they can only see from the air. Share an opportunity with them to discover that the adventure begins with aviation!

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