REMINDER: UPCOMING RUNWAY CLOSURE and PARKING LOT CLOSURE
REMINDER: Runway closures for runway maintenance. We have worked closely with the airlines to solidify the best schedule possible for the maintenance. June 5: 8:15 am – 9:00 pm June 6: 8:15 am – 5:00 pm (or until work is complete) The closure hours will accommodate the SLC early morning departure flights and late evening arrival […]
Thank You, Artists!
The Friedman Memorial Airport Authority and the SUN Airport Arts Committee wish to thank the artists of the Wood River Valley who have shared their artwork in our passenger terminal during the spring-summer art rotation. We would also like to congratulate our new artists that will be displaying their work during the 2018 spring art […]
Alaska Air slows growth plans, reroutes some planes to balance spending and competitive pressures
An update on Alaska Air from Seattle Times. Alaska Airlines and its regional Horizon Air subsidiary have deferred some jet deliveries to rein in growth. Horizon is also exiting some routes and redeploying planes to more profitable routes. By Dominic Gates Seattle Times aerospace reporter Alaska Air Group is slowing the growth of its fleet […]
Memorial Day Weekend Construction Update
Memorial Day is almost upon us! Here at Friedman Memorial Airport, we would like to help make your Memorial weekend travel plans a breeze. With construction still underway, we suggest arriving earlier than normal, and if possible, get dropped off rather then park overnight. However, if you plan on parking, we have spaces available in […]
May Managers Minute — An Update From Chris Pomeroy
Recently, there have been a handful of stories in the local press about our airport — specifically, regarding plans to replace our Air Traffic Control Tower. As you likely know, our tower is an integral and critical part of our operation. In our constrained airspace environment, our Visual Flight Rules tower provides an increased level […]
Don’t Park There, You WILL Be Towed
As a friendly reminder, the airport entrance and exit reconfiguration is in FULL SWING. When coming to the airport please follow all of the POSTED SIGNAGE, and BRIGHT ORANGE cones. Simply put, there is no need to move the cones, they’re there to help you. If you’re just coming through, or parking, or both, you […]
Parking Lot Ambassador: Assisting You as Needed
Starting this month, the parking lot employees will be transitioning into dual roles! As cashiers and parking lot ambassadors/attendants, they will provide improved parking lot management. During construction (and for the duration of the remodel), they will be assisting with blocking off parking spaces and providing guidance via signage/fliers. They will also be positioned […]
WELCOME: The Coffee House to Now Provide Airport Concessions
We are excited to welcome The Coffee House as our newest concessionaire in the SUN airport! We had the pleasure of speaking with Roy, the restaurant’s owner, about his goals, initiatives, and plans for The Coffee House. Needless to say, we had a few takeaways from our recent conversation — we’re excited to share what […]