The Ithaca-Tompkins Regional Airport will soon begin a $22 million project to revitalize the facility. The Airport serves three major airlines with more than 650 global connections. In 2016, enplanements were up 15 percent and are expected to continue growing in the future. The project will expand the terminal, provide six new gates, three additional passenger bridges, as well as new retail opportunities. A new customs facility will allow international aircraft to fly directly to the airport. New York State will provide $14.2 million of the total. As part of the airport project, the New York State DOT will relocate its maintenance facility to the Airport. This will free up 7.6 acres of prime waterfront property for development in Ithaca. The intent will be to generate business and tourism opportunities to stimulate economic activity.
