Concord-Padgett Regional Airport growing into economic powerhouse for Cabarrus County

Charlotte-Douglas International Airport is one of North Carolina's largest and busiest in terms of passengers, there's no doubt about it. But there's a less talked about airport to the northeast in Cabarrus County.

The Concord-Padgett Regional Airport has grown into an economic powerhouse for the city of Concord, Cabarrus County, and the state, helping grow opportunities. That's according to findings recently released in the NC Department of Transportation's State of Aviation Report.

Concord is becoming one of the area's most desirable spots to live and work, ranking as the sixth fastest-growing city in the Tar Heel State. That type of opportunity and expansion links directly to the transformation of the Concord-Padgett Regional Airport and the value for businesses in the area to utilize its services.

Whitney Stephenson, owner of Mahogany Brown Bridal LLC in Concord, moved to the area because of the opportunity for growth.

"Having the airport there makes it accessible for the brides that will come to town," Stephenson said. "Especially those that come from Florida."

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