The airport in Warroad, Minnesota is called Warroad International Memorial Airport (IATA: RRT, ICAO: KRRT).
Here are some key details:
✈️ General Overview:
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Type: Public-use airport
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Owner/Operator: City of Warroad
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Location: About 2 miles northwest of Warroad, in Roseau County, Minnesota
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Elevation: 1,076 feet (328 m)
🛫 Facilities:
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Runways:
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Runway 13/31: 5,400 feet long, asphalt surface – suitable for small jets and general aviation
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Runway 4/22: 2,987 feet long, turf surface – primarily used by smaller or lighter aircraft during good weather
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🌐 International Status:
Despite being a small regional airport, it is designated an International Airport because:
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It is near the U.S.-Canada border
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It has U.S. Customs services available on request, making it possible for cross-border general aviation flights to land and clear customs there
🛩️ Usage:
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Primarily used for general aviation, private pilots, business flights, and occasional charter services
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Sometimes used by medical flights or by customs for cross-border travel
📍Fun Fact:
Warroad is often referred to as “Hockeytown USA” – the airport sees increased traffic during hockey season or big local events, since Warroad has a rich hockey heritage.