The report, Driving West Yorkshire’s Economy, claimed LBA contributed about £737m in economic value to West Yorkshire each year and supported more than 9,100 jobs.
West Yorkshire Mayor Tracy Brabin said it demonstrated the important role LBA had in supporting jobs and growing the local economy.
“Strengthening connectivity, both within our region and internationally, is essential as we compete on the global stage for trade and investment,” she said.
“We are working hard to realise ambitions for a parkway station to serve the airport and will continue working with all partners to find the best solution to improve access.”
Previously councillors voted to move ahead with plans and the leader of Bradford Council said he was “delighted” to support the scheme.
A report to West Yorkshire Combined Authority members said a parkway station could be built on the Harrogate line, between Horsforth Station and Bramhope Tunnel, and passengers would then travel to the airport by shuttle bus.
