Aviation View | Volume 2, Issue 2

40 AVIATION VIEW VOLUME 2, ISSUE 2 there has been a big push recently in the City of Page with respect to internet connectivity and broadband availability. Many rural communities struggle with connectivity, but Page has been pushing and managed to get a direct fiber-optic line coming in from Southern Utah, with another coming from New Mexico, and another being built from Flagstaff. They have created three- time redundancy and are now swimming in bandwidth. In a nod to dreams and aspirations for the region and Page Municipal Airport, Christiansen shares, “We have already become a player in terms of international travel. Contour is partnered with American Airlines and that means you can basically book a flight anywhere in the world, leaving Page, flying to Phoenix, and then beyond. And no matter where you are in the world, you can get a flight booking with American right to our airport. So, we are on the map, so to speak.” Perhaps the future is in the stars for Page Municipal – but for right now, they are comfortably serving as the gateway to the beauty of the desert, and that suits them just fine. PREFERRED VENDORS/PARTNERS n City of Page visitpagelakepowell.com Page is a friendly community that offers visitors outstanding recreation and a variety of lodging and services. Our location is ideal for exploring many of the American Southwest’s renowned national parks and monuments. You’re invited to explore our backyard, meet our neighbors, and most importantly, enjoy your visit to Page. n Contour Airlines ontourairlines.com