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Private Jet main ramp at the Red Deer Regional Airport. (Supplied)
YQF: Successful 2022; future development

Red Deer Regional Airport expects expansion project, Phase one, complete by mid-July

May 12, 2023 | 9:46 AM

Red Deer Regional Airport officials say they expect Phase one of their expansion project to be completed by this summer.

An update on the project was given at their Annual Public Meeting on Wednesday at the Airport (3800 Airport Dr).

Officials highlighted the beginning of the expansion project in 2022, continued expansion plans for the upcoming year and community leadership.

“We are very happy with what transpired in 2022, despite Runway 17/35 being closed for a significant amount of time, operating revenue was only down slightly. However, thanks to several cost savings initiatives, net income was right on target,” said Airport Chief Executive Officer Graham Ingham.

Ingham stated that construction of the remaining work to complete phase one has already begun and is expected to be completed by mid-July.

Phase two and three, he adds, of the airport’s expansion plans are expected to begin this year.

Construction for the expansion project at the Red Deer Regional Airport. (Supplied)

“We continue to be heavily involved in the community through community leadership and strive to create brand awareness of our key pillars – safety, security and service,” he said. “The best way to grow your business is to help support the community, and that’s something we’re really focused on.”

In 2022, the Red Deer Regional Airport states they raised over $39,000 to support 15 non-profit organizations with events for the community.

On July 29-30 2023, the Airport will be the host for the Red Deer Regional Airshow featuring the Canadian Forces Snowbirds, Pylon Air Racing, Canadian International Air Race Championship and their long-time show and shine ‘Props and Pistons’.

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They say the event looks to create economic benefit for the region and an opportunity to engage the community with the aviation industry.

Officials say additional opportunities and invitations related to the Airshow should be sent out within the month, with tickets on sale May 31.

“We are excited to continue to play a significant role in helping to drive future economic growth and prosperity for central Alberta,” said officials in a release.