Strategies to Preserve Your Local Airport in a Changing Economy

General aviation airports contribute significantly to the economy. Airports don’t need to be large or serve major airlines to make an impact. In a report titled “Nebraska Aviation Counts!” there is a breakdown of the impact rural airports make. In South Sioux City, Martin Field, for example, has a $1.9 million economic impact on the local economy and is responsible for 30 jobs. With a 3,323-foot runway, Martin Field cannot support a 747, but it doesn’t need to. The role it plays in the local community is important as-is.

For economic developers, the challenge is learning how to maximize the potential of local airports so they can be preserved for future generations. Golden Shovel’s whitepaper, “From Runways to Revenue: Economic Benefits of Your Local Airport,” explores how to do so.

Read the full article from Golden Shovel Agency here.