UND’s Hardware Keeps Aviation Students Flying High

University of North Dakota’s Aviation Program is bigger than you think.

Friday, February 03, 2023 at 11:43 AM ET

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The three main airframes that UND uses for student training are the Piper Archer, Piper Seminole, and Robinson R44 Cadet helicopter. [Credit: Shawna Schill/ UND]

Key Takeaways:

The University of North Dakota (UND) operates one of the nation's largest and busiest university flight training programs, conducting over 125,000 hours of flight and ATD training in FY 2022, making Grand Forks International Airport (KGFK) a top-tier busy airport.
UND's program utilizes an extensive, modern, and standardized fleet, including 68 Piper Archers, 15 Piper Seminoles, and 5 Robinson R44 Cadets, all equipped with Garmin G1000 NXi avionics for advanced operations.
The school integrates cutting-edge training technology, featuring virtual reality devices and a range of advanced flight simulators, including a new ALSIM Airliner Training system, to enhance student learning.
Beyond technical flight skills, UND focuses on developing well-rounded aviation professionals, with a highly competitive admissions process reflecting strong demand for its comprehensive program.

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When most people think of the state of North Dakota, images of vast open prairies and acres of farmland stretching to the horizon come to mind.

They might know that the state is home to the National Buffalo Museum or have even visited Theodore Roosevelt National Park. What might not come to mind—unless you are knowledgeable about university aviation programs—is the huge fleet of airplanes and rotorcraft operating under University of North Dakota (UND) livery from Grand Forks International Airport (KGFK).