2216 N. Broadway Minot, ND 58703

Come Fly With Us!

The Minot Aero Center is a family operated business that provides excellent service in flight instruction, aircraft rentals, pilot services, aircraft maintenance, testing center services, and more. If you are new to aviation or a lifetime enthusiast, we are excited to help you meet your aviation goals and needs!

If you have any questions…

Come Fly With Us!

The Minot Aero Center is a family operated business that provides excellent service in flight instruction, aircraft rentals, pilot services, aircraft maintenance, testing center services, and more. If you are new to aviation or a lifetime enthusiast, we are excited to help you meet your aviation goals and needs!

If you have any questions…

Instruction

Book your first flight lesson now! We offer 30-minute introductory flights starting at just $99.

Maintenance

Our team of experienced mechanics provide excellent service to keep your aircraft flying!

Services

If you have your own aircraft or have access to an aircraft, we can provide you with a pilot.

Rentals

If you are already a pilot looking for a plane to fly, we have you covered. All our aircraft are available for rent.

Flight Instruction

Learn To Fly With Us!

We offer a variety of flight training and certificates including private pilot certificate, instrument rating, commercial pilot certificate, flight instructor certificate, multi engine add on, tailwheel endorsement, complex endorsement, an accelerated multi-engine program, and more! No age requirement is necessary to start flight training.

Book your first introductory flight to embark on your aviation journey! Whether it’s a thrilling adventure or the start of your pilot dream. Discover the freedom of flight at the Minot Aero Center today

Get your 30-minute Introductory Flight starting at just $99! Call 701-852-4092

Maintenance

Stay Up & Running

It is critical to have a well-maintained aircraft. Our mission is absolute mechanical safety that our customers can depend on. Our maintenance department is staffed with A&P/IA technicians and A&P apprentices. We offer many different services including:

Services

Need a Pilot or an Aircraft?

We offer many aviation services to cater to your needs. Our pilots provide services to our customers who have access to their own aircraft. We also provide services to pilots who are looking for an aircraft to rent. We offer a diverse fleet of Cessna 172s, Piper Warriors, a Piper Seneca, a Mooney, and a Citabria. Additionally, we have computer assisted FAA airman knowledge testing.

Pilot Services

If you have your own aircraft, we can provide you with a pilot!

Aircraft Rentals

Our fleet is composed of, Cessna 172s, Piper Warriors, a Piper Seneca, a Mooney, and a Citabria.

Testing Center

We offer FAA Airman knowledge tests through computer assisted testing. Book your written exam with us online!

Careers

Join Our Team

At Minot Aero Center, we’re a family-owned business that fosters a welcoming, community-centered environment for our employees. Explore the job listings below to find your place in our aviation family!

Aircraft

Available for Rent

Embark on your aviation journey with us by finding an aircraft that fulfills your needs.

Cessna 172L

Our Cessna 172 is a very capable and reliable high wing aircraft and is common in general aviation use.

4 seats

$175 / Hour

*Fuel Included

Cessna 172L

In addition to our other Cessna 172, this aircraft is also well equipped for instrument flight.

4 seats

$175 / Hour

*Fuel Included

PA-28-151 Warrior

The warrior is a low wing aircraft that is reliable and practical.

4 seats

$175 / Hour

*Fuel Included

PA-28-151 Warrior

This warrior is also a low wing aircraft that is well equipped for instrument flight.

4 seats

$175 / Hour

*Fuel Included

Bellanca 7GCBC Citabria

Our Citabria is a tailwheel aircraft that provides a challenging approach to flying that is fun for all pilots.

2 seats

$200 / Hour

*Fuel Included

Mooney 201 M20J

The Mooney is great for fast traveling and will help you build complex time.

4 seats

$265 / Hour

*Fuel Included

PA-34-200 Seneca

The Seneca is a multi-engine airplane that is great for training and building multi time.

6 seats

$395 / Hour

*Fuel Included

Events

Join Us For Some Fun!

Stay up to date with the latest aviation events and join us for a variety of exciting activities! Discover a vibrant community of aviation enthusiasts and immerse yourself in the thrilling world of flight.

06/29/2025

@ 10:00 am

Pilots for Christ – Golf Ball Drop

Maddock Municipal Airport

The J.T. Rice North Dakota Chapter of Pilots for Christ will be holding their 13th annual Fly-In Celebration and Golf Ball Drop at the Maddock Airport on Sunday, June 29th. The Fly-IN begins at 10am with an all-faiths service and a complimentary lunch to follow. Each attendee will receive a complimentary numbered golf ball and matching ticket when arriving. Following lunch, the group will drop the numbered golf balls from a helicopter at a target (golf flag). The closest ball to the target will win the grand prize. There will be many consolation prizes for other balls landing close to the pin as well. Airplane Rides and Helicopter Rides following the event.

07/12/2025

@ 7:00 am

Gwinner Fly-In Breakfast

Gwinner (GWR)

Public Event by Gwinner Babe Ruth Baseball

07/16/2025

@ 6:00 pm

Wings and Wheels DTAM

Dakota Territory Air Museum, Minot, ND

$150+ Vintage Vehicles on Display
$10 Entry Fee
DTAM & DCCC Members Free!
Food Trucks
50+ Aircraft on Display

Careers

Launch Your Career in Aviation

The Minot Aero Center has a variety of careers available to whoever is seeking to build themselves as a professional. All our employees are a valuable and essential part of our team and are all needed in order to complete our mission successfully. We focus on having a strong community workplace environment and are always looking out for the betterment of our coworkers and customers. We would love to have you apart of our Minot Aero Center family!

About Us

Discover Our Rich History!

For decades the Minot Aero Center has been in the aviation community, fostering a culture of innovation and passion for flight. Discover our remarkable journey, from humble beginnings to becoming a renowned hub for aviation enthusiasts, training, and services. Join us in sharing the rich history of the Minot Aero Center!

testimonials

What People Say About Us

Discover what students and pilots have to say about their transformative experiences with Minot Aero Center through our Testimonials page.

I never thought it would be possible...

"I never thought it would be possible for a full service aviation center to get even better but. Who else in the country offers such an awesome lineup to rent besides Minot Aero Center!? ❤❤❤"

hyralwalker

via Instagram

Minot Aero Center team set a high bar!

“Suzanne, you and the Minot Aero Center team set a high bar! I have yet to find a place to fly as great as yours! I can’t wait to get back that way soon.”

Zakk B.

Student

Wonderful pilots and mechanics that make dreams come true!

“I would like to thank Minot Aero Center, Jay Blessum, Austin Greenheck, Oklahoma Airmen Flying Club, and everyone that helped get this amazing dream back to North Dakota. If you are ever thinking of flying-you can do it. Minot Aero Center has wonderful pilots and mechanics that make dreams come true!”

Colleen H.

Maintenance Customer

It was awesome!

“It was awesome! I’m glad I finally did it. Thanks, Alex."

D. S.

Student

2216 N. Broadway Minot, ND 58703

info@minotaerocenter.com

701.852.4092

2216 N. Broadway Minot, ND 58703

701.852.4092

info@minotaerocenter.com

Come Fly With Us!

If you have any questions…

Come Fly With Us!

If you have any questions…

Instruction

Maintenance

Services

Rentals

Learn To Fly With Us!

Get your 30-minute Introductory Flight starting at just $99! Call 701-852-4092

Stay Up & Running

Need a Pilot or an Aircraft?

Pilot Services

Aircraft Rentals

Testing Center

Join Our Team

Available for Rent

Cessna 172L

Cessna 172L

PA-28-151 Warrior

PA-28-151 Warrior

Bellanca 7GCBC Citabria

Mooney 201 M20J

PA-34-200 Seneca

Join Us For Some Fun!

06/29/2025

@ 10:00 am

Pilots for Christ – Golf Ball Drop

Maddock Municipal Airport

07/12/2025

@ 7:00 am

Gwinner Fly-In Breakfast

Gwinner (GWR)

07/16/2025

@ 6:00 pm

Wings and Wheels DTAM

Dakota Territory Air Museum, Minot, ND

Launch Your Career in Aviation

Discover Our Rich History!

What People Say About Us

I never thought it would be possible...

Minot Aero Center team set a high bar!

Wonderful pilots and mechanics that make dreams come true!

It was awesome!

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