FARGO, N.D. — Hector International Airport is experiencing a major surge in momentum as record passenger numbers, ongoing facility upgrades, and preliminary discussions surrounding a transition to a regional airport authority signal a new era for local aviation. Hector International Airport Executive Director Shawn Dobberstein shared on The Steve Hallstrom Show, Tuesday that despite past industry-wide hurdles, passenger volume in Fargo continues to reach new heights. Soaring Passenger Numbers and Travel TrendsAir travel in the region shows no signs of slowing down, driven largely by recreational and hybrid travel styles. Terminal Expansion ProgressTravelers flying through Hector Airport have already begun experiencing the benefits of the airport’s multi-phase expansion. Exploring a Regional Airport AuthorityBeyond physical upgrades, airport leadership is also weighing a strategic administrative shift: transitioning from the Fargo Airport Authority—established in April 1969—to a broader Regional Airport Authority.