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AirTAP helps Minnesota’s public- and private-sector airport professionals improve the safety, quality, and efficiency of airport operations and increase the use of new navigation materials, practices, and technology.

Upcoming Events

April 22 - 24, 2026
2026 Minnesota Airports Conference
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On-Demand Training

  • Airport Economic Impact Study: Methodology and Calculator Training
  • MnDOT Office of Aeronautics Online Courses
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News from AirTAP

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Hangar door safety: Inspection, awareness, and maintenance
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Meet a manager: Joe LaRue, Elbow Lake Municipal Airport
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FAA reauthorization brings changes for airport land use
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Aviation-Related News

  • Primary runway at downtown St. Paul airport to close through early August starting Monday
  • Air traffic controller shortages in Newark and other airports partly reflect long, intense training − but university-based training programs are becoming part of the solution
  • The rare sight that garnered crowds at Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport

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AirTAP Sponsors and Partners

AirTAP is sponsored by the University of Minnesota's Center for Transportation Studies and the Minnesota Department of Transportation's Office of Aeronautics, in partnership with the Minnesota Council of Airports.

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About AirTAP

AirTAP is a statewide assistance program for aviation personnel that offers education and information resources, training programs, technical assistance, access to experts, and printed materials.

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    • Other Publications
    • Subscribe
  • Airport Manager Resources
    • Airport Manager Resources
    • Airport Finance
    • Land Use
    • Operations
    • Planning and Development
    • Procedures and Standards
    • Promotion and Advocacy
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  • About
    • About AirTAP
    • Staff
    • Partners
    • Location & Contact Information