Civil Municipal - June 2024

TOURISM AND ACCESSIBILITY Hazleton Regional Airport supports the local economy through industrial and corporate aviation and plays a significant role in boosting tourism in the region. The airport’s strategic location and comprehensive amenities make it an ideal gateway for tourists visiting various attractions. Chronowski expounds, “We’re not far from the Poconos and only about two hours from New York City. Philadelphia is about an hour and a half away.” This prime location makes Hazleton an attractive entry point for tourists. Mayor Cusat adds, “We’ve got the NASCAR races at Pocono Raceway and the Bloomsburg Fair, one of Pennsylvania’s biggest fairs.” Accessibility is a crucial advantage of Hazleton Regional Airport.“Our airport is just half a mile from Interstate 81 and two miles from Interstate 80,” says Mayor Cusat, emphasizing the ease of access for travelers. This proximity to significant highways enhances the convenience for visitors, whether they 91 CIVIL AND MUNICIPAL VOLUME 05, ISSUE 06 HAZLETON, PA /HAZLETON REGIONAL AIRPORT