255 BUSINESS VIEW MAGAZINE VOLUME 10, ISSUE 10 THIEF RIVER FALLS REGIONAL AIRPORT An Airline For The People While its presence in cargo distribution is top-notch, Thief River Falls Airport isn’t lacking at all when transporting passengers. Another one of its operational characteristics is its active regional airline. Denver Air Connection, a subsidiary of Key Lime Air, also operates out of the airport, providing charter and scheduled passenger services to Minneapolis. The airline typically uses the Dornier 328 and Embraer 145 regional jets for service, with both jets capable of carrying thirty and fifty passengers, respectively. It was no easy beginning; the airline service first connected with Thief River Falls Airport in 2020 during the height of the COVID era. Initially, the airline’s passenger numbers were sub-par–for obvious reasons–but it consistently performed with a 99% reliability rate, allowing it to withstand and grow through the loathsome A high-flying partnership At DigiKey, we take great pride in our ability to offer fast, reliable delivery to customers almost anywhere on the planet. We couldn’t make good on that offer without the incredible help and support from everyone at Thief River Falls Regional Airport. Our thanks and appreciation go out to Joe Hedrick and his entire staff, not just for their part in DigiKey’s daily operations, but also for their vital contribution to the economic success of the entire region. digikey.com 1.800.344.4539
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