“We operate as a community hub for the general aviation and commercial aerospace sector,” says Guy Miller, CEO and General Manager. “We have several flight schools, a growing corporate and executive aviation presence, and dozens of small businesses that handle maintenance and overhaul for both rotor and fixed-wing aircraft.” The transformation is visible in every detail. “We replace old infrastructure, clean up every corner, and make it a place where people want to invest,” Miller adds. “For cities of our size (Maple Ridge & Pitt Meadows), it’s absolutely amazing what our airport accomplishes day to day. From commercial operations, fixed wing & float-plane flight training, The Honourable Lisa Beare, MLA Maple Ridge-Pitt Meadows, describes. “Scenic tours and the soon-to-be site of the Canadian Flight Museum, our airport has become a destination itself,” Their annual community event, Airport Day, is one of the most anticipated events of the year and really showcases how YPK is a treasured part of our communities.” “I’m grateful that our province sees the value in this local airport, providing over $3 million in BC Air Access Program grants over the years to support infrastructure projects like runway & taxiway paving, culvert replacements, perimeter fencing, lighting, and helipads. I am proud of the small team at YPK, and their continued efforts in ensuring this airport remains an economic benefit for our communities,”she adds. REBUILT, RENEWED, READY The capital work over recent years covers nearly every system a pilot sees. The main runway and taxiways have been repaved and rehabilitated, the perimeter fencing has been upgraded, and new signage and lighting have been installed. Parking and sidewalks have been rebuilt to match the airport’s modernized image. Ashley Byrne, Director of Administration and Operations, says the progress reflects a focused team. “We are small and mighty,” she says. “The improvements create a professional, safe, and 213 BUSINESS VIEW MAGAZINE VOLUME 12, ISSUE 11 PITT MEADOWS REGIONAL AIRPORT
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