The Vanderhoof Airport upgraded to LED lighting on runways, taxiways and aprons after the District of Vanderhoof successfully applied for and received a $58,409 Economic Infrastructure grant.
Completed in October of 2023, these improvements increase airport safety, provide economic benefits and ensure the viability and sustainability of medevac and in emergency situations, such as wildfires, it serves as a vital base for the region. The switch to LED lighting reduces maintenance costs, reduces electrical use and contributes to the reduction of the carbon footprint in the municipal facility.
The Vanderhoof Airport is an integral part of the transportation infrastructure of the District of Vanderhoof, enabling the provision of important services to its residents. These services include life-saving medevac flights, access for firefighting aircraft, search and rescue missions and local transport for bringing business and commerce into the community, charter services, recreational flying, flight school training and a venue for the biannual International Air Show.
