2017 Passenger Traffic Continues to Grow at ROA in October
October saw the Roanoke-Blacksburg Regional Airport post a 1.2 percent increase in passengers on a year over year basis. Year to date traffic at the airport has increased 1.3 percent compared to 2016. Year to date 512,025 passengers have flown via ROA.
Strong community support, additional flights, increased capacity, and improved airline operational reliability have all played roles in the continuation of passenger growth, which began in September of 2016. October 2017 saw 1.2 percent growth over October 2016. The airport is currently on track to have its busiest year since 2012.
“We are pleased to see this positive trend continue into the fall of 2017,” stated Timothy T. Bradshaw, A.A.E., executive director of the Roanoke Regional Airport Commission. “Passenger demand is a critical factor when speaking with airlines regarding improving and increasing air service to our region. Our carriers have added capacity at ROA and our customers have utilized it. We appreciate the support of our community choosing to fly ROA.”
The Commission continually works with the airlines to improve reliability, reduce air fare and upgrade equipment serving the region. This has played a significant role in the increase of passengers using the airport. In addition, the commission has invested resources to promote the services available at ROA and sincerely thanks our customers for choosing to fly ROA.
