The Roanoke-Blacksburg Regional Airport continues to see 2019 traffic increase with May traffic up 6.1 percent on a year over year basis. May 2019 saw 65,026 passengers fly via ROA compared to 61,261 in May of 2018 an increase of 3,765 passengers. Year to date passenger traffic is up 9.65 percent versus 2018 with 277,757 passengers served this year compared to 253,314 in 2018.
Strong community support, additional capacity, and improved airline operational reliability have all played roles in the continuation of sustained passenger growth, which began in September of 2016. May 2019 saw in increase of 3,765 passengers versus May 2018, which equates to 121 more passengers flying ROA each day. Year to date 2019 traffic is up an average of 161 passengers a day versus 2018. At this pace, the airport is on track to have its busiest year since 2000.
“We are pleased to see this positive trend continue into 2019, especially given our strong traffic numbers in 2016, 2017 and 2018,” stated Timothy T. Bradshaw, A.A.E., executive director of the Roanoke Regional Airport Commission. “Passenger demand is a critical factor when speaking with airlines regarding improving and increasing air service to our region. Our carriers have added capacity at ROA and our customers have utilized it. We appreciate the support of our community choosing to fly ROA.”
The Commission continually works with the airlines to improve reliability, reduce air fare and upgrade equipment serving the region. This has played a significant role in the increase of passengers using the airport. In addition, the commission has invested resources to promote the services available at ROA and sincerely thanks our customers for choosing to fly ROA.
