For the sixth consecutive month the Roanoke-Blacksburg Regional Airport posted a year over year increase in passengers utilizing the facility. February 2017 data showed a 5.8% increase in guests flying into and out of the airport compared to 2016.
Friday, January 20, 2017
The Roanoke Regional Airport Commission is pleased to announce that passenger traffic increased by 1.95% for the calendar year 2016 over 2015, the increase resulted in 608,288 passengers using the airport in 2016. The growth translated to an increase of 11,617 passengers over the 596,671 who used the facility in 2015. The increase in passenger traffic was the first increase since 2011.
Monday, January 9, 2017
The Roanoke Regional Airport Commission is pleased to announce that American Airlines will add a second non-stop daily departure to New York City’s La Guardia airport from Roanoke-Blacksburg Regional airport effective January 9, 2017. The additional flight will increase service to twice daily Monday – Friday and once daily on Saturday and Sunday.
Friday, December 2, 2016
The Roanoke-Blacksburg Regional Airport Commission is pleased to announce that Uber has signed an operating agreement with the Airport that is in compliance with all Commonwealth and Local ordinances. The agreement with Uber is effective December 2, 2016.
Wednesday, September 28, 2016
Roanoke Regional Airport Commission (RRAC) announces a weekend celebration of the 75th Anniversary of the commissioning of Woodrum Field at the Roanoke-Blacksburg Regional Airport. Events include the Collings Foundation Wings of Freedom Tour featuring World War II Vintage Boeing B-17 Flying Fortress “Nine-O-Nine”, Consolidated B-24 Liberator “Witchcraft”, North
Read more...Friday, April 15, 2016
Allegiant Airlines today announced it will expand service to St. Petersburg/Tampa, from Roanoke-Blacksburg Regional Airport.
This year, as the airline celebrates its 10th anniversary at ROA with air service to St. Petersburg, it will increase service from seasonal to year round with two flights per week on McDonnell Douglas MD-80 aircraft throughout August and September.
Wednesday, October 28, 2015
A new holiday tradition is afoot as Roanoke prepares for the grand opening of an ice-skating rink at Elmwood Park. Named for its title sponsor, the Roanoke-Blacksburg Regional Airport, the new rink will be called “ROA's Elmwood on Ice."
Monday, October 26, 2015
Following a nationwide search, the Roanoke Regional Airport Commission has selected Bradley A. Boettcher to be the new Director of Marketing and Air Service Development at the Roanoke-Blacksburg Regional Airport (ROA). Boettcher began his new role on September 1, 2015.
Friday, September 18, 2015
Airport and Area Agencies Practice Emergency Response
Roanoke, Virginia – On Saturday morning, September 19, from 9:30 a.m. until 12:00 p.m., the Roanoke Regional Airport Commission will be conducting a live Emergency Response drill that will include fire simulation, injury simulation, and multi-agency response.
Tuesday, September 15, 2015
The newest location of McAlister’s Deli®, a leading fast casual chain, has opened at the Roanoke-Blacksburg Airport. The restaurant chain in the airport is operated by Air Host/Verona, LLC, a subsidiary of Air Host, Inc., which has managed restaurants and news and gift shops in airports since 1970.
Tuesday, August 18, 2015
The Roanoke Regional Airport Commission has named H. Odell “Fuzzy” Minnix, Chairman of the Commission for the 2015-2016 term, effective July 21, 2015.
Friday, July 24, 2015
This Saturday night into Sunday morning the Roanoke-Blacksburg Regional Airport’s commercial carriers may experience delays due to maintenance work that must be completed at the Roanoke-Blacksburg Airport Air Traffic Control (ATCT).Due to storms over the past month, repair on this critical equipment must take place.The equipment affected is called a transfer switch.This equipment automatically transfers the ATCT to a
Read more...Tuesday, July 21, 2015
The Roanoke Regional Airport Commission is proud to announce the recent completion of the Federal Aviation Administration’s annual airfield safety inspection at Roanoke-Blacksburg Regional Airport. The FAA’s airport certification and safety inspector found zero violations at ROA and commended airport staff for effective day-to-day operations.
Friday, June 12, 2015
Maintenance and cleaning of the tunnel on Airport Road continues into a second phase this Sunday evening, June 14, 2015. The southbound tunnel (which heads towards Williamson Road) lane will be blocked off and the northbound lane (which heads toward Peters Creek Road) will be routed to accommodate two-way traffic for approximately 30 days. This is the second phase of the tunnel maintenance and cleaning project.
Friday, September 5, 2014
Redesign improves site navigation making information clear and easy to find
Roanoke, Va. (September 5, 2014) – Roanoke‐Blacksburg Regional Airport announces the redesign of its website www.flyroa.com and launch of a new homepage flight tracking service which makes monitoring arrivals, departures and routes easier and more efficient for travelers.
Wednesday, September 3, 2014
Roanoke native, Timothy Bradshaw, to take the helm.
Monday, July 28, 2014
H. Odell “Fuzzy”Minnix appointed to vice-chair
ROANOKE, Va. (July 28, 2014) – The Roanoke Regional Airport Commission has named W. William “Bill” Gust, Chairman of the Commission for the 2014-2015 term, effective July 22, 2014.
Tuesday, April 22, 2014
Airport Commission chair, Cynthia Lawrence, announced that Roanoke-Blacksburg Regional Airport Executive Director Jacqueline Shuck has informed the members of the Airport Commission of her desire to retire at the end of 2014.