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Butte CEO urges tourism board to increase hotel fees for airline revenue guarantee

UNITED STATES - AUGUST 24: A man waits for a ride-hailing service at Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport, August 24, 2016. (Photo By Tom Williams/CQ Roll Call)

When it comes to recruiting a new flight to the Bert Mooney Airport, there’s one thing that most local officials can agree on: Increasing air service to Butte would be good for the local economy.

Not only would it provide another flight option for tourists traveling to western Montana, but it would also make Butte a more attractive location for businesses looking for a place to call home.

But what officials don’t seem to agree on is which local entity should lead the way in earmarking the funds necessary for a revenue guarantee that would make a flight between BTM and Denver a reality.

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