By Tim Mekeel Commercial service at Lancaster Airport could resume in four to six months, thanks to Congress. Congress this week agreed to extend the federal subsidy of service here by one year, making the airport a far more attractive destination to serve.

By Patrick Burns The U.S. Senate has approved legislation that could once again open Lancaster Airport runways for commercial air service. The legislation temporarily extends the Essential Air Service program until Sept. 30, 2009.

By Ryan Robinson First, the good news: four fully restored World War II bombers will fly over Lancaster in formation Friday, Aug. 22, just like they would have during the war. The aircraft will be stationed at Lancaster Airport Aug. 22-25 and rides and tours will be available.

By Patrick Burns Lancaster Airport Authority learned Thursday that it will receive $500,000 from state airport improvement grants added this year by the Rendell administration.

HARRISBURG, Pa., April 17 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ -- Governor Edward G. Rendell today said the state will invest $2.5 million to improve service at four airports and enhance Pennsylvania's business climate.