The Ohio State University Airport
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The airport is the primary general aviation facility serving central Ohio, and a vital transportation link connecting Central Ohio businesses to the global economy, and visitors from across the country to the diverse attractions and activities found in our region. The airport is the fourth busiest airport in Ohio and one of the top 100 busiest general aviation airports in the United States. The airport is categorized by the Federal Aviation Administration as one of only 84 National Priority facility, which highlights its status relative to the nation's nearly 3,000 general aviation airports.
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IMPACT. 1: A majority of the businesses in Columbus and surrounding communities either base their aircraft at the airport or utilize the airport as a point of ingress and egress. As companies look to call central Ohio home, they consider our airport as one of the key factors in bringing them to our region. -- 2. According to a 2012 Economic Impact Study, the airport contributes nearly $160 million annually to the region's economy. -- 3. Regular presentations to civic organizations and neighborhood groups has provided the surrounding community with an increased understanding and appreciation for the airport. As this opportunity is more widely known, more groups will be visited annually.
OSU PARTNERS: College of Engineering; Center for Aviation Studies; Knowlton School of Architecture
COMMUNITY PARTNERS: Northwest Civic Association; Columbus Chamber of Commerce; Columbus 2020; City of Columbus; City of Dublin; City of Worthington; Franklin County; Ohio Aviation Association; Ohio Regional Business Aviation Association
PRIMARY CONTACT: Douglas E. Hammon (hammon.3@osu.edu)