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Vermont Aviation Community Meets with Lawmakers During Aviation Day at State House 04.30.2026

MONTPELIER, Vt. — Airport leaders, pilots, aviation businesses, educators, students, and community partners from across Vermont gathered at the State House in Montpelier this week for Aviation Day, a statewide effort to share information and build awareness around the role aviation plays in communities throughout Vermont.

Participants from airports across the state spent the day meeting with legislators, offering presentations, and engaging in informal conversations about how aviation supports a range of everyday needs. Discussions included topics such as emergency response, medical transport, education and workforce development, tourism, and general transportation access.

The event was designed as an opportunity for policymakers to hear directly from those involved in Vermont’s aviation system and to better understand how airports function as part of the state’s broader transportation infrastructure. Organizers emphasized that Vermont’s airports serve a wide variety of communities and functions, particularly in rural areas where geography and distance can present unique challenges.

In addition to operational and community-focused discussions, the day included participation from education and workforce programs, youth organizations, and industry partners, including BETA Technologies.

According to Vermont’s 2021 Airport Economic Impact Assessment, airports across the state support more than 3,400 jobs and contribute significantly to economic activity and visitor spending.

Organizers described the event as a positive opportunity to highlight the many ways aviation supports Vermont communities and to continue building constructive dialogue with state leaders and partners, including the Vermont Agency of Transportation.

Aviation Day participants expressed appreciation for the time and engagement of legislators and staff, and indicated interest in continuing similar conversations in the future.

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