Airports Update with New Manager Andrew Solsvig

Today, we talk with new Airport Manager Andrew Solsvig about his vision for Redding Airports. He comes to Redding with an impressive background in aviation, working in airports across the country in a variety of roles. From Marketing to Operations and from North Dakota to Reno/Tahoe, he brings a fresh perspective to our area and is excited about the future at Redding Regional Airport.

We also dive into topics like airport parking, terminal upgrades, and other locations that might be high on the list for new services. With the recent announcement of a Denver connection, an Airports Master Plan in the works, and a Runway Rehabilitation Project, the community has a lot to look forward to.

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Chapters

• 0:00 Meet New Airport Manager Andrew Solsvig
• 6:38 What excites Andrew most about Redding?
• 7:12 Denver Route and Revenue Guarantees
• 8:29 How are new routes secured?
• 11:11 Redding Airport Strategic Plan and Andrew's Vision
• 14:27 Enhancing airport amenities and passenger experience
• 17:19 Airport Parking Improvements
• 20:24 How is community input gathered?
• 22:46 What's the latest with the Runway Rehabilitation Project?
• 25:19 How does the runway look right now?
• 26:50 How is data used to select the best new routes for Redding?
• 30:54 Why can't Redding get flights to all our top destinations?
• 34:47 Is there reason to be optimistic about the future of air service in Redding?