see a steady mix of traffic from all over, with major manufacturers like John Deere relying on the airport for corporate travel,” Kjergaard says. The airport wants to develop more hangar space to support corporate and private aviation. “We’re working on securing space for future hangar development,” he explains. “The demand for private hangar space is rising nationwide, and our proximity to local businesses and ease of access makes it an appealing option for private aircraft operators.” INVESTING IN CAREERS AND COMMUNITY For Waterloo Regional Airport, the focus on growth goes beyond flights and infrastructure; it extends into the community, aiming to cultivate a future workforce in aviation.This vision includes expanding training and career opportunities in flight and aircraft maintenance—a response to industry-wide 236 BUSINESS VIEW MAGAZINE VOLUME 11, ISSUE 12
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