Exciting Expansion at HIA: Enhancing Cargo Capabilities and Regional Connectivity

Harrisburg International Airport (HIA) is set to soar to new heights with the completion of a multi-year air cargo expansion project in time for the busy holiday shopping season in 2025.  Once completed, this project provides an expanded parking area for another three large cargo aircraft while improving regional stormwater drainage across airport property. This…

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Alan Houck: Leading General Aviation at Capital City Airport

Introduction Meet Alan (Al) D. Houck, a dedicated professional with a remarkable career journey, now at the helm of the General Aviation Department at Capital City Airport (CXY). With a rich background in law enforcement, military service, and project management, Al brings a wealth of experience and a passion for aviation to his current role….

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HIA Reports 2ND Quarter Traffic up 15% vs 2023

American Airlines traffic up 30% (Middletown, PA – July 31, 2024) – A total of 379,002 passengers passed through Harrisburg International Airport (HIA) during the months of April, May and June 2024, an increase of 15.5 percent compared to the same three months in 2023.  For the year-to-date period ending June 30th, a total of…

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Meet Ryan Johnson: The Head of Airport Operations at Harrisburg International Airport

Ryan Johnson’s journey into the world of aviation began in college, where he initially pursued a degree in aeronautical science, dreaming of becoming a pilot. However, his path shifted, leading him to change his major to aviation business administration. After graduating, he joined Harrisburg International Airport (HIA) in an entry-level operations position and has now…

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Meet Arletta Metzger: The Driving Force Behind Harrisburg International Airport’s Properties Department

At Harrisburg International Airport, one woman stands out as the driving force behind the seamless management of the airport’s extensive real estate portfolio: Arletta Metzger. As the head of the Properties Department, Arletta brings a wealth of experience and expertise that ensures the smooth operation and growth of airport properties, contributing significantly to the airport’s…

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2024 July 4th Holiday Travel Tips From HIA

2024 HIA July 4th travel week expected to be up 8% vs 2023 Between Wednesday July 3rd and Tuesday, July 9th, HIA expects around 26,650 passengers to fly into and out of the airport during the July 4th travel week.  This is an 8% increase over 2023.    Busiest Days                                      Mon., July 8—4,415                                                   …

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United Airlines is Once Again Offering Flights from Harrisburg International Airport (MDT) to Dulles International Airport (IAD)

Why are 2 Flights a Day to Dulles Important? For business and leisure travelers throughout central Pennsylvania. United’s service to Dulles provides access to 50+ domestic and 25+ international destinations. This new service replaces flights to Newark. Below are some of the most popular destinations travelers will visit: International Mexico City Rome Frankfurt Barcelona Montreal…

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HIA Reports May traffic up 19% vs May 2023

Third busiest May in Airport history (Middletown, PA – June 26, 2024) – A total of 127,780 passengers passed through Harrisburg International Airport (HIA) during May 2024, an increase of 18.7 percent compared to May 2023, making it the third busiest May in airport history.     As of May 31st, 555,122 passengers have used the…

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Delta Adds Minneapolis Flights from HIA for Penn State at Minnesota Game

Game is on Saturday, November 23rd, 2024   (Middletown, PA – June 25, 2024) – Traveling to Minneapolis for the Penn State Nittany Lions at Minnesota Golden Gopher football game, on Saturday, November 23rd, just became faster and easier.   Delta Air Lines has added nonstop flights between Minneapolis St. Paul International Airport (FAA code: MSP)…

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