9. State College Regional Airport (SCE) - ^ Accommodated about 274,567 passengers in 2023, rebounding from pandemic lows, and acts as a critical link for central PA—including Penn State travelers 10. Gettysburg Regional Airport (GTY) - # A historic general aviation field serving Adams County and nearby communities since 1926. Offers reliable operations and community-rooted service CONCLUSION These ten regional and municipal airports— spanning from Johnstown and Reading to Gettysburg, Harrisburg, and State College—excel in elevating passenger experiences and fueling local economies. Whether through modern facilities, efficient services, economic impact, or strategic improvements, each airport plays a pivotal role in bridging Pennsylvania’s diverse communities to the world. 6. Venango Regional Airport (FKL) Key to Franklin and Oil City, continuing to support charter and general aviation after Essential Air Service status ended. Venango County has received significant tourism-focused investment such as a $3.2 million federal grant (via the American Rescue Plan) for renovating the Oil City National Bank building—boosting tourism infrastructure in the wider region served by the airport. *Check out Business View’s article on Venango Regional Airport (selected as one of the Best Managed Airports in Pennsylvania 2023) 7. Northeast Philadelphia Airport (PNE) - & % # ^ The busiest general aviation airport in Pennsylvania and third overall by aircraft movements in 2023. The airport offers a vibrant aviation culture— welcoming pilots, flight students, and enthusiasts in a community-oriented setting. It’s also recognized for balancing its operations with neighborhood needs via noise abatement practices. (5x award winner for Best Managed Airport) *Check out Business View’s article on Northeast Philadelphia Airport (selected as one of the Best Managed Airports in Pennsylvania 2025) 8. Arnold Palmer Regional Airport (LBE) A non hub primary commercial airport with huge growth—from ~10,000 passengers in 2010 to 154,000 in 2024—thanks to Spirit Airlines service and ongoing terminal expansion plans NSYLVANIA ECONOMIC IMPACT EXPANSIONS & GROWTH TOURISM CUSTOMER EXPERIENCE 18 BUSINESS VIEW MAGAZINE VOLUME 12, ISSUE 08
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