ATR and King Air commercial traffic, as well as recreational aircraft and we offer full-service Jet A1 with FSII and Av Gas fuel, with experienced and friendly staff that are ready to help,“ East continues. “We pride ourselves with providing the highest levels of customer service. We have modern snow clearing equipment and a capable crew that always prioritizes safety during the challenging winter seasons. When you’re ready to leave, we have you covered with our state-of-the-art deice truck.” Making reference to recent renovations East elaborates, “Our terminal lobby and offices have recently been renovated, staff and passengers are excited to see the change. New paint, flooring and efficient LED lighting have literally lightened and brightened the space. We are continually looking at upgrades and planning well in advance for any capital infrastructure that needs attention.” “We have long term commercial hangar tenants as well as private hangar owners, with lots of room to grow. A wildfire prevention helicopter base is currently being built on-site for summer operations. An extremely reasonable lease rate and yearly parking rate make the airport an attractive option.” Furthering its infrastructure capabilities, East also relays that over the next few years the Flin Flon Airport is focused on increasing accessibility for passengers, including electric door openers and washroom renovations in our Terminal. From the skies above to the soil, natural resources remain a key pillar of Flin Flon’s economy. “We’re looking at sustainable forestry, fisheries, and of course, mining,” says Roberts-Young, noting that mining continues to be a cornerstone, with recent expansions fueling optimism for economic growth. Tourism is another focus, especially experiential tourism, with visitors drawn to fishing, hiking, and outdoor recreation. “Adventure is our 251 CIVIL AND MUNICIPAL VOLUME 05, ISSUE 11 FLIN FLON, MB
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