I’ve had several people ask why we named the Airport’s new blog “Observation Deck.” Well, beyond the most obvious reason being that the comments here are my observation on life at an airport, Tri-Cities Regional Airport has one of the few remaining open-air observation decks.

Our observation deck is an extremely popular feature with families waving off loved ones, school children on tours and aviation enthusiasts just wanting to enjoy watching the aircraft come and go. One of the great things about working at a small airport is that we can still offer some of the hometown touches that both locals and visitors appreciate. I’m forever getting comments about how much people love our airport. Yes, occasionally I get complaints, but the majority of comments are about how easy and convenient everything is. Whether it’s parking across the street from the terminal, the welcoming smile of employees who recognize frequent travelers or the luxury of stepping outside on the observation deck to enjoy the sunshine for a few moments, Tri-Cities Regional Airport is a great place to start or end a trip….and that’s my observation.

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