Increased air service to Sun Valley has continued to generate more visitors and economic impact for the community, according to the results of the recently completed 2016 air passenger survey at Friedman Memorial Airport (SUN) by Fly Sun Valley Alliance. 

• The flights brought in an estimated 15,200 new first-time visitors, resulting in over $21 million in estimated direct spend economic impact to the area from those first-time visitors.

• Total estimated direct spend economic impact from all visitor and part-time resident SUN air travelers was $113 million in 2016.

See press release HERE.  Get full survey results HERE 

The strong growth in air service over the past 3 years has resulted in an equally strong growth in enplanements, demonstrating an impressive return on investment in improving air service access to SUN.  Our community is reaping the economic and quality of life benefits of more visitors, huge investments in tourism infrastructure and more convenience and competitive fares for local resident and business travelers. It's working.

SWEET! FSVA NOMINATED FOR WOOD RIVER VALLEY 2017 NON-PROFIT ORGANIZATION OF THE YEAR! 

Seven wonderful local organizations were nominated for this specific Community Award, and we're proud to be one of them! This award recognizes non-profits who have positively contributed to the quality of life in Hailey and the Wood River Valley. Award winners will be announced at The Chamber's 2017 Community Awards Dinner on Feb 7 at Flight Archery in Hailey. There is still time to register to attend.