The Abbotsford International Airport is in the midst of a major expansion in an attempt to compete with a regional rival. Over the past 20 years, Abbotsford International has targeted low-cost airlines to keep ticket prices down and get passengers to choose the Fraser Valley airport. Bellingham airport confirmed the number, but said the airport was only down 170,000 passengers since 2014. Expanding routes from low-cost airlines are key to Abbotsford International's success. Rod Hayward, an associate professor of business at University of the Fraser Valley, says the Fraser Valley's growing population is a factor in Abbotsford International's success.

Source: CBC News March 25, 2018 19:01 UTC