Business View Magazine - January 2024

unaware of the airport in his hometown to leading the same facility into a new era of growth and innovation. From his office, with its picturesque view of the runway and taxiway, Hatchell is constantly reminded of his deep love for aviation and weighty responsibilities. His steady motivation is driven by an earnest desire to uplift the airport’s significance within the community, bolster traffic, draw in industry, and invigorate the economic landscape of Scotland and Robison Counties. Laurinburg-Maxton Airport surpasses its basic function as a landing and takeoff point. It emerges as a vibrant symbol of community, a nurturing ground for aviation enthusiasts, and a powerful demonstration of the impactful returns of investing one’s passion and skills back into one’s hometown. 277 BUSINESS VIEW MAGAZINE VOLUME 11, ISSUE 01 LAURINBURG-MAX TON AI RPORT