The Brainerd Lakes Chamber on Thursday announced the launching of a survey on Brainerd lakes area air travel. The intent of the survey to illustrate to regional air carriers the community use — by both business and leisure travelers — of the Brainerd Lakes Regional Airport.
Proponents of the survey said it may potentially lead to increased air service options and better quality service.
Steve Mau, chair of the Brainerd Lakes Chamber Board, described air travel as an essential cog for area businesses.
“It’s important that we have both reliability and frequent air service,” Mau said.
The Brainerd airport has invested considerable dollars in remodeling its terminal and extending runways.
“We’ve positioned ourselves for somebody (an air carrier) who’s interested in being a prime candidate for this area,” he said.
The link to the survey is https://www.mmb.state.mn.us/mad/surveys/Brainerd/. Those who click on the link will find information about the purpose of the survey. It is sponsored by the Minnesota Department of Transportation’s Office of Aeronautics in cooperation with Brainerd Lakes Area Economic Development Corp., Brainerd Lakes Chamber and the Brainerd Lakes Regional Airport. The survey will be used in the development of a community profile regarding air service use and needs.
Questions address air travel use — past and projected future, preferences for selecting air travel origination location and reliance on consistent, dependable commercial air service.
Beth Pfingsten, chair of the airport commission, said the panel supports the survey effort and encourages people to complete to help officials plan for air service for the future.
“We want to meet those needs for the community,” Pfingsten said.
Officials are asking people to complete the survey by Dec. 23.
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