October Managers Minute
Summer went by fast. And if you traveled through SUN, you’ll know it was especially busy at the airport. Between ongoing construction (parking lot and expanded air carrier parking apron), one of our busiest annual fly-in events, and an overall busy flight schedule, there was never a dull moment. Overall, we had a safe and successful summer […]
Expect Some Changes
We are aware of the challenges that some of you may have encountered this summer with the screening process and long wait times. Our mornings have been extremely busy with three (3) early flights taking off, that means a large influx of people in the airport in a short amount of time. With the heavy […]
GO RIGHT at The Light: Labor Day Weekend in Bellevue, Idaho
Bellevue is preparing for their 94th Annual Labor Day Parade celebration on Monday, September 3rd. The event kicks off with a parade on Main Street and turns into a gathering at Memorial park. There will be plenty of vendors selling food and other family friendly events. After last year’s parade planning was already in place to make this […]
The Parking Lot Ambassadors — Their Role at Friedman Memorial Airport
You’ve probably noticed the new parking lot ambassador program implemented at our Airport. As this program has been phased in, there have been several questions about the role of our ambassadors. Our ambassadors have been hired by The Car Park, at the airport’s request, to help implement structure within the parking lot. As such, our ambassadors […]
August Manager’s Minute: An update from Chris Pomeroy
Summer is going by fast… Our annual fly-in event has come and gone. Hard to believe this was my third event already. I will never forget my very first official day on the job as the new airport manager in 2016 – the first day of this event. It was a great learning experience. This […]
Meet Dave a Skilled Surgeon, Adventurous Pilot, a Great Friend, Husband, and Dad
Just last week we had the opportunity to sit down with Dave, a 20-year Wood River Valley resident who loves to fly, ski, and spend his time building airplanes. Dave has had a passion for airplanes since he was a young child, he would read comic books that were about planes. As he got older […]
FLY SUN VALLEY ALLIANCE: SUN IMPROVES NONSTOP FLIGHTS FOR FALL & WINTER
Fly Sun Valley Alliance Now is the time to make your plans for a fall getaway..or invite someone here! Our fall and winter flight schedule provides a big boost in convenience and easy access for both locals and visitors. We hope you take advantage of this additional service and use it often! […]
Chris Pomeroy Awarded The Walt Strong Contract Tower Industry Advocacy Award
We are pleased to announce that Chris Pomeroy, Friedman Memorial Airport Manager, was awarded the inaugural Walt Strong, A.A.E., Contract Tower Industry Advocacy award. Chris was awarded this prestigious accolade during the Contract Tower Workshop, June 19-20, 2018, in Washington, D.C. Chris was nominated for this award by Mr. Larry Krauter, Chief Executive Officer of […]
GO STRAIGHT: Local Events in Hailey, Idaho
Whether you’re ready or not, the 4th of July is quickly approaching! This month, we’re featuring Hailey, Idaho in our summer turn series. Hailey offers spectacular, family-friendly events during the “Hailey Days of the Old West.” Home to quintessential celebrations, Hailey is the place to be on the 4th of July. Each year, “Hailey Days of the […]
Manager’s Minute An update from Chris Pomeroy
Our newsletter is a little late this month — pardon our delay. We were waiting for things to settle down with our construction project before giving you the latest and greatest. As you hopefully know by now, we are over the initial hump of our entrance, exit roads, and parking lot project. The new entry/exit […]