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SANFORD — Fascination. Surprise. Delight. Everyone had their own reaction as they climbed in and out airplane cockpits, chatted with pilots and watched planes zoom over Raleigh Exec in tight

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When airport director Bob Heuts leaves his office, walking past large businesses before turning into long rows of airplane hangars, he almost can’t recall what Raleigh Exec looked like when

Updated January 12, 2021 12:57 p.m. EST By Abbey Slattery, WRAL Digital Solutions This article was written for our sponsor, Raleigh Executive Jetport. North Carolinas public airports contribute $52 billion to the states economy every year, according to the state Department of Transportation, and in the process support 307,000 jobs, $12.6 billion in personal income and $2.2 billion in state and local tax revenues. In short, aviation is an underrated pillar in the states economy. While major ...

Updated January 12, 2021 12:57 p.m. EST By Abbey Slattery, WRAL Digital Solutions This article was written for our sponsor, Raleigh Executive Jetport. Raleigh-Durham International airport may be the most recognizable airport in the area, but its far from the only aviation hub that serves the Research Triangle region. For companies looking to bypass the traffic at RDU without sacrificing space, quality, and proximity to the cities, Raleigh Executive Jetport — located just off US-1 in Lee C...

By Abbey Slattery, WRAL Digital Solutions This article was written for our sponsor, Raleigh Executive Jetport. For retiree Jan Squillace, Raleigh Executive Jetport helped her fulfill a childhood dream. The regional airport — located just off US-1 in Lee County, between Sanford and Cary — specializes in general aviation, attracting flying clubs, hobbyists, and more to their 6,500-foot long runway. Home to a number of flight schools and clubs that specialize in training pilots of all skil...

By Abbey Slattery, WRAL Digital Solutions This article was written for our sponsor, Raleigh Executive Jetport. From flying clubs to the state forest service, a number of organizations rely on Raleigh Executive Jetports space and amenities. After recently undergoing major updates, the regional airport — located just off US-1 in Lee County, between Sanford and Cary — is primed for both business and recreation. Founded in 1961, the Wings of Carolina flying club relocated from Chapel Hill t...

By Abbey Slattery, WRAL Digital Solutions This article was written for our sponsor, Raleigh Executive Jetport. Scattered across North Carolina, there are 72 publicly owned, publicly accessible airports. Raleigh Executive Jetport — located just off US-1 in Lee County, between Sanford and Cary — is one regional airport on that list, but for those familiar with its facilities and amenities, its far from typical. Specializing in general aviation, Raleigh Exec has recently undergone some maj...