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Types of Airports In Minnesota, and Their Uses

by Kelly Akhund Airport Program Administrator MnDOT Aeronautics Published in Midwest Flyer Magazine October/November 2022 Digital Issue There are many beautiful airports in Minnesota, in different sizes and designs to meet many users’ needs. Some of the airports pilots and … Continue reading

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How Pilots Can Keep Airport Workers (and Themselves) Safe!

by Kelly Akhund MnDOT Aeronautics Published in Midwest Flyer – June/July 2020 issue Have you ever flown into an airport and found workers on the airfield? Do you ever wonder if they are listening to your radio calls? Do you … Continue reading

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No NOTAM does not mean no hazard!

by Kelly Akhund Aviation Representative/Pilot, MnDOT Aeronautics Published in Midwest Flyer – April/May 2019 issue Pilots Rely On NOTAMs Runway closures, navaid outages, contaminated surfaces, poor braking action; these are all potential hazards that could affect the safety at an … Continue reading

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