Bob Selig, Executive Director of the Lansing Capital Region International Airport, speaks with Chris, on the challenges of smaller communities to maintain and retain air service.

It is however, difficult for smaller communities to develop economically when there is no direct air connections to national chains and support systems, and there is an economic impact that the businesses have on the airline industry, as well. Lansing is one of only two airports that have federal facilities that process passengers into the country. Bob announces good news that American Airlines will start operating directly out of Lansing Capital Region International Airport, providing direct service to Washington and Chicago.