year, fueled by the arrival of Breeze Airways and a wave of infrastructure improvements. With major renovations nearly complete and new partnerships on the horizon, the airport is positioning itself as a regional gateway that supports not only travel but also business, workforce development, and community engagement. NEW ROUTES, NEW ENERGY When Breeze Airways launched service from Ogdensburg, the change was immediate and dramatic. Offering daily flights to Raleigh and Washington Dulles, along with seasonal service to Orlando International beginning in February, Breeze replaced Contour Airlines and quickly revitalized passenger traffic. “The response has been incredible,” says Charlie Garrelts, Director of Ogdensburg International Airport. “The reliability and connectivity of Breeze Airways has given people confidence in flying from OGS. We’ve seen passenger numbers climb substantially, and the feedback has been overwhelmingly positive.” The improved service isn’t just about convenience. With its long runway and ownership under the Ogdensburg Bridge and Port Authority, OGS is uniquely positioned to serve both American and Canadian passengers. Despite some impact from tariffs on cross-border travel, the airport continues to attract travelers from Ontario and beyond who see OGS as a more efficient and cost-effective alternative. TERMINAL RENOVATIONS: BUILDING FOR THE FUTURE To match the growth in traffic, Ogdensburg is in the midst of a multi-phase terminal renovation, funded through New York State’s Upstate Airport Economic Development and Revitalization Competition. The second phase, currently underway and scheduled for completion in October, will deliver a larger lobby and check-in area, easing congestion, an expanded TSA screening and concession areas, improving passenger experience, a community event space, designed as a flexible “great room” for both airport functions and local gatherings as well as an extended entrance canopy, ensuring travelers stay dry and comfortable in bad weather. 229 BUSINESS VIEW MAGAZINE VOLUME 12, ISSUE 10 OGDENSBURG INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT
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