From staff reports
Beaufort Executive Airport, located on Lady’s Island, will celebrate S.C. Aviation Week by hosting a grand re-opening and ribbon-cutting ceremony with the Beaufort Regional Chamber of Commerce.
The event will be Thursday, April 27, at 5 p.m. during the Chamber’s monthly Business After-Hours event and will be held at Beaufort Executive Airport, 39 Airport Circle.
“The Beaufort Executive Airport is an important part of Beaufort County’s economic development,” Airport Director Jon Rembold said in a news release. “Having a strong airport helps to bring travelers and businesses into the county resulting in an increased economic impact to the area.”
At the grand re-opening event, the airport will showcase its new terminal. This new terminal will help attract corporate and leisure travelers to the county.
“We’re so proud of the work and so grateful to SCAC for the grant funding to make this project happen,” said Rembold. “We also are thankful for the impact of organizations like SCAA and the Chamber as advocates of aviation and business. It’s a team effort.”
The Beaufort Executive Airport is a General Aviation Airport situated on approximately 110 acres on Lady’s Island. There are 34 T-Hangars located at the north end of the facility. The terminal building is located approximately midfield and provides a pilot lounge, kitchenette area, vending machines, restroom/showers, and a conference room. Airport staff serves as the Fixed Base Operator (FBO), servicing and fueling aircraft, and assisting with ground transportation and hotel arrangements as necessary.
About S.C. Aviation Week and the S.C Aviation Association
S.C. Aviation Week is a statewide celebration of the economic and educational impact of airports and the aviation industry. Occurring April 23-29, 2023, this week is planned in partnership by the South Carolina Aviation Association (SCAA) and the South Carolina Aeronautics Commission.
SCAA actively promotes and encourages aviation and airport development to meet air transportation needs and assist the state in achieving economic development goals. Its membership is comprised of airports, aviation industry partners and aviators across South Carolina. For more information, visit scaaonline.com.
