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ABOUT US

Welcome to the
Northern Flyer Alliance

The Northern Flyer Alliance is a group of 49 cities, 6 counties and 19 Chambers of Commerce along the I-35 corridor stretching from Kansas City to Fort Worth that have joined together to promote the reintroduction of passenger rail  in their communities and the Tri-State Region that includes Kansas, Oklahoma and Texas. Including civic organizations, a total of more than 88 resolutions in favor of this initiative have been collected by the NFA. 

Our Mission

The Northern Flyer Alliance, Inc. is dedicated to advocating for the development and implementation of passenger rail initiatives within the Tri-State Region. We work tirelessly to promote the importance of transportation options that promote sustainable job growth, provide measurable economic impact and generate tax revenue to the states of Kansas, Oklahoma and Texas.  By engaging with communities, government agencies, and stakeholders we work to drive the reintroduction of passenger rail. This website is a great space to provide more insight into the specific initiatives we are leading and the impact we aim to create in the region.

Goals and Objectives
Our Goal

 

The Northern Flyer Alliance is dedicated to economic development through passenger rail expansion along the Kansas City – Wichita – Oklahoma City – Fort Worth corridor.

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Our Objective

 

To advocate for passenger rail reintroduction and to link, unify and connect civic minded organizations and individuals who desire economic development opportunities and alternative transportation sources for their communities.

Officers and Directors

President

Deborah Fischer Stout

Vice President

Gary Lanman 

Secretary/Treasurer

Mark Corriston

Gary Lanman

A TRIBUTE TO

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For many years, Gary Lanman has been a cornerstone of the Northern Flyer Alliance (NFA) as our dedicated webmaster. His tireless efforts and commitment have ensured the NFA maintains an comprehensive web presence, acting as a vital resource for our organization and the wider community.

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Building a Strong Online Foundation

Gary's expertise has been instrumental in creating and maintaining the NFA's website at https://www.northernflyeralliance.com/. This platform served as a central hub for information about the NFA's mission, activities, and achievements. Thanks to Gary's work, visitors have been able to easily access news updates, learn about upcoming events, and connect with the organization.

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A Lasting Legacy of Service

Gary's dedication significantly impacted the NFA's ability to connect with its members and the public.  His commitment to excellence ensured that the NFA's online presence remained a vital tool for furthering our mission.

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We are deeply grateful to Gary Lanman for his years of dedicated service. His contributions will continue to benefit the NFA for years to come even as we move to an updated format for web, mobile and social media presence.

by Bill Roush, NFA Board Member

ABOUT US >

The Northern Flyer Alliance is a not-for-profit 501c(4) organization whose mission is to advocate for the reinstatement of passenger rail in the region and to link, unify and connect civic-minded organizations and individuals who desire economic development opportunities and alternative transportation sources for their communities.

CONTACT >

913-827-8380

northernflyeralliance@gmail.com

876 N Diane Drive

Olathe, KS 66061

© 2025 by Northern Flyer Alliance, Inc.

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