This entity aims to extend the airport’s runway, currently the shortest in Norrland, to attract larger planes from across Sweden and Europe.

[citation needed] In June 2023, South Lapland Airport projected that it would require 35 million SEK over the next five years for infrastructure and operational improvements.

Essential costs include upgrades to aging machinery, resurfacing the runway, and implementing a backup power system.

[3] The pandemic initially caused a reduction in traffic, but passenger numbers have recently risen to around 11,000, compared to a peak of 16,000 before 2020.

However, ongoing financial shortfalls prompted the municipality to consider staff reductions, which proved challenging due to the specialised certifications required.