Jet service in Aberdeen’s future?

ABERDEEN, S.D. (AP) — Aberdeen Airport officials say a merger between Delta and Northwest Airlines might mean Aberdeen could get regional jet service.

Airport manager Dave Osborn said the merger is still being negotiated and that 50-passenger regional jets are the smallest planes in Delta’s fleet.

Osborn said he’s already told Northwest Airlines of his interest in bringing regional jets to Aberdeen. He said the current morning and evening flight are at near capacity, making Aberdeen an even better candidate for the jets.

The Aberdeen Airport Board has joined an advocacy group to help ensure the airport won’t lose any services. Sioux Falls and Bismarck, N.D., already have joined the group.

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