Ford International Airport Fuels West Michigan Growth, Generating $7.7 Billion Annually in Economic Activity
Results showed the Airport annually supports or contributes:
- Results showed the Airport annually supports or contributes:
"The Airport is pivotal in facilitating economic growth and enhancing our community's vitality," said Airport Authority Board Chair Dan Koorndyk. - Airport visitors spend $637 million annually in West Michigan, or an average of $161 per person.
- "Gerald R. Ford International Airport has a vital role in facilitating air travel for the West Michigan region," said Glupker.
- The Airport is also an economic engine to the local economy, by generating $7.7 billion in economic activity, supporting 40,324 jobs and a $10.3 million fiscal impact."