Economic Impact of General Aviation in

Idaho


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According to the 2020 Idaho Airport System Plan Update, general aviation airports in Idaho contribute over $988 million to the state's total economic output.

Aviation By the Numbers

According to FAA data, Idaho is home to 119 public-use general aviation airports, 9,073 pilots, and 4,196 registered aircraft.

Number of Jobs

According to the 2020 Idaho Airport System Plan Update, general aviation supports over 4,600 jobs in Idaho, resulting in over $229 million in labor income.

Economic Impact

According to the same study, general aviation airports in Idaho contribute over $988 million to the state's total economic output.

According to FAA data, Idaho is home to 32 repair stations, 2 FAA-approved pilot schools, 3,531 student pilots, and 1,623 flight instructors.

In addition, there are 48 fixed-base operators registered in Idaho and listed in the AC-U-KWIK directory.

According to the University Aviation Association, flight departments in Idaho include Idaho State University in Pocatello and Treasure Valley Community College in Caldwell.

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