The State College Air Service Alliance—a strategic partnership between the Chamber of Business & Industry of Centre County (CBICC), Centre County Airport Authority (CCAA), The Happy Valley Adventure Bureau (HVAB), and Penn State University— is hosting a celebration to mark the launch of American Airlines’ new twice-daily nonstop service between State College Regional Airport (SCE) and Charlotte Douglas International Airport (CLT).
The event will include brief remarks recognizing this important addition to the region’s air service, followed by the arrival of the inaugural flight from Charlotte and a ceremonial water cannon salute, a tradition commonly used to celebrate the launch of new air service.
When: Monday, October 5, 2026
3:30 PM – Celebration and brief remarks
Approx. 4:20 PM – Inaugural flight arrival and water cannon salute
4:53 PM – Inaugural departure to Charlotte
Where: State College Regional Airport, Terminal Lobby
Near the ticket counters and glass-enclosed departure seating area
2493 Fox Hill Rd. State College PA 16803
For questions or media contact, email Ashleigh@cbicc.org