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AVIATION

Cirrus Aircraft of Duluth remains an industry leader in the manufacture of single engine propeller planes and personal jets
Business
Cirrus seeks more workers in Duluth to catch up with demand
The market for its airplanes has grown through the pandemic, but the company's ability to hire more people has been hindered by housing.
Daniel Gant, founder of Ascend Dynamics, LLC, talks about his SkyPak, a propeller-driven jetpack prototype
Local
Eyes on the skies: Poplar man unveils patent-pending jetpack design
The SkyPak could be used for many applications, from search and rescue to flying a worker up to change light bulbs or perform other maintenance on tall structures.
April 21, 2022 05:00 PM
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Minnesota
Charles A. Lindbergh: When Little Falls, Minnesota, flew into history
This year marks the 95th anniversary of Lindbergh's solo, nonstop flight across the Atlantic Ocean from New York City to Paris in 1927. The famed aviator dubbed “Lucky Lindy” grew up on a Little Falls farm before becoming a worldwide celebrity.
April 11, 2022 01:44 PM
Cirrus Vision Jet
Business
Public assistance, building lease to help Cirrus grow production in Duluth
All the pieces are falling into place to help the city's largest manufacturer employ even more people.
February 16, 2022 07:43 PM

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Latest Headlines
Several Vision jets at various stages of assembly sit in the Cirrus plant last week. More than 600 people have ordered the plane. Steve Kuchera / skuchera@duluthnews.com
Business
St. Louis County backs Cirrus expansion
The board unanimously approved $600,000 in tax relief at its meeting in Duluth on Tuesday.
February 09, 2022 09:23 AM
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By  Brady Slater
Cirrus Aircraft has released its second-generation Vision Jet, the G2. Courtesy Cirrus Aircraft.
Business
Cirrus Aircraft launches Duluth expansion plan
Tax assistance could help Duluth's largest manufacturer ramp up production.
January 23, 2022 08:51 AM
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By  Peter Passi
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Business
Duluth airport looks to quell noise concerns
An in-depth report could shape a plan to reduce friction with neighbors.
January 11, 2022 07:00 AM
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By  Peter Passi
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News
Stauber touts airport grants funded by infrastructure bill he voted against
The 8th District DFL unit called it “vote-no-and-take-credit hypocrisy.”
January 10, 2022 04:00 AM
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By  Jimmy Lovrien
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Business
Pilot shortage stalls potential Duluth-to-Denver flight back to 2023
Airline passengers are returning to Duluth International Airport, though figures still remain below pre-pandemic numbers.
November 24, 2021 04:18 PM
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By  Jimmy Lovrien
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Business
Cirrus may expand into aircraft maintenance base
The facility could provide temporary relief for a growing manufacturer.
November 19, 2021 04:24 PM
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By  Peter Passi

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Community
99-year old WWII vet revisits the type of plane he trained in
His family hopes to preserve his stories for future generations.
October 17, 2021 08:00 AM
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By  Jimmy Lovrien
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Local
Kozy, aircraft maintenance base weigh on Duluth Economic Development Authority bottom line
The authority anticipates continued losses.
September 26, 2021 12:10 PM
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By  Peter Passi
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Community
FAA honors retiring Bemidji pilot for his 50 years of flying
The Wright Brothers Master Pilot Award is the most prestigious honor the FAA issues to pilots certified under Title 14 of the Code of Federal Regulations. The award recognizes individuals who have exhibited professionalism, skill and aviation expertise for at least 50 years while piloting aircraft as Master Pilots.
September 11, 2021 01:00 PM
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By  Dennis Doeden
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