Flagstaff Pulliam Airport (FLG) has its third busiest year for passenger travel in 2022. Northern Arizona FLG has several improvement projects planned for 2023 to continue meeting the needs of its residents and visitors.

The most notable changes for FLG in 2023 are the opening of additional parking lots and the introduction of a paid parking system. The expansion will add 413 parking spaces, more than double the current parking capacity. Committed to continuing to be the best option for travelers in northern Arizona, parking is now $7 per day in terminal lots (existing lots) and $5 per day in economy lots (new lots). First hour is free. Therefore, airport duties and transfers may occur.

Proceeds from the paid parking system will be used to cover construction costs, fund future maintenance, and enforce parking regulations. It is important to note that the idea of ​​the paid parking system is based on the need to ensure that all patrons can park and not park on our land or in dangerous areas. and pay parking lot opening date has not been set, but it is expected to be in late spring.airport website flyflagstaffaz.com We will provide updates as we get closer to opening and implementation.

Refurbishment of the entire terminal is also conspicuous, and work to repair the roof, replace the doors, and paint the exterior will begin this winter. This summer, the flooring will be replaced, the interior will be painted, and the fire sprinkler system will be replaced. All modifications will be funded through the Federal Aviation Administration’s (FAA) Coronavirus Relief, Relief and Economic Security (CARES) Act.

The airport runway will also be part of maintenance improvements planned for this year. The runway will be closed from midnight July 9 through midnight July 15 for pavement maintenance in collaboration with the Arizona Department of Transportation as part of the Airport Pavement Management System program. Helicopter operations will continue, but commercial passenger services and fixed-wing aircraft operations will be unavailable during the closure.

Flagstaff Pulliam Airport continues to seek additional airlines to provide more commercial services to Flagstaff. A nationwide pilot shortage has affected his FLG, with United Airlines discontinuing his service at the end of 2022.
There is a shortage of regional pilots to replace retired mainline pilots as there is no pool of pilots to fly regional routes.

“We are thrilled with all the improvements coming across the airport in 2023,” said Airport Director Bernie Helmick. “Flagstaff Pulliam Airport is already an attractive destination for new airlines due to high passenger numbers on flights, but further improvements will make it an even stronger candidate for expanding air services.”

American Airlines currently serves Flagstaff Pulliam Airport, with daily flights to Phoenix and Dallas/Fort Worth.visit flyflagstaffaz.com for more information. FBNMore

Claire Harper

Claire Harper is the Airport Communications Manager.