I agree that Harrisburg in generally isn't particularly great. But the airport itself isn't even in Harrisburg. Its right off 283, in Middletown. I've flown from Harrisburg several times over the last year, and found the airport to be super easy to get in and out of, convenient parking, no wait at security, and the new terminal quite comfortable. I've been really impressed with the Harrisburg Airport as of late. I also flew several times out of Philly in the past few years, and found it to be a much more stressful experience in terms of access, parking, security, etc. If the ticket price from Harrisburg is not too much more expensive, I always go with Harrisburg.

Later...Shawn

Well, somebody needs to speak up for the utility of little airplanes.

There are many people I know, myself included, who are not bothered by the additional noise and turbulence found while riding in smaller planes.

Like Artie says, the ability to travel by air to little out of the way airports (like Lancaster) is well worth any minor discomfort - when compared to the big jets, or driving.

Flying commercially on scheduled airliners (size doesn't matter) is statistically safer than driving. Any death related fears while paying someone to fly you around in a little airplane is irrational and not based in truth.

If you really want to decrease your chances of dying while traveling, stay off of the two lane roads in Pennsylvania, especially at night and when the weather is bad. Save your worries for something rational.

I agree that Harrisburg in generally isn't particularly great. But the airport itself isn't even in Harrisburg. Its right off 283, in Middletown. I've flown from Harrisburg several times over the last year, and found the airport to be super easy to get in and out of, convenient parking, no wait at security, and the new terminal quite comfortable. I've been really impressed with the Harrisburg Airport as of late. I also flew several times out of Philly in the past few years, and found it to be a much more stressful experience in terms of access, parking, security, etc. If the ticket price from Harrisburg is not too much more expensive, I always go with Harrisburg.

Later...Shawn

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