#airport history
United States' WWII-Era Airports Still In Operation
Explore the lasting legacy of WWII airfields and their unexpected role in the future of American aviation.
The History Of St. John's International Airport
Like many airports worldwide, the facility began life as a military base.
The History Of Houston Hobby Airport
Houston’s oldest airport nearly closed for good before being rescued by a plucky intrastate startup looking for a second...
History: Who Is Boston Logan Airport Named After?
Who was General Edward Logan, and how did his legacy shape Boston’s airport? Discover the history behind Logan Airport’s...
The Beach Town That LAX Razed To The Ground
Surfridge remains visible as the last surviving vestiges of a beach community destroyed by the airport's development.
San Diego International: 5 Fast Facts About The Busiest Single-Runway Airport In The US
The airport's modern form has can be traced to the operations of the US Army Air Corps.
When & Why Was New York JFK Airport Renamed From Its Original 'Idlewild' Designation?
The assassination of the president of the US turned the name of the airport on it heads.
History: What Were Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport's Early Years Like?
ATL is currently the busiest airport in the world, but the facility dates back to the early 1900s - what was it like bac...
What Happened To The UK's Coventry Airport?
It has been more than a decade since the facility saw commercial services.
Austin-Bergstrom International Airport: A Brief History Of The Texan Facility
The facility as we know it today opened its doors in 1999, but Austin's aviation history dates back almost 100 years.
Juhu Aerodrome: The Story Of India's First Civil Aviation Airport
It has played an important part in India's aviation history, from being the first civil airport to a hub for general avi...
When Were San Francisco International Airport’s Various Runways & Terminals Opened?
The airport’s facilities have evolved over 90 years to accommodate increasing air travel.
10 Defining Moments In Queenstown Airport's History
We explore some of the events that made Queenstown Airport what it is today.
A Brief History Of The UK's Exeter Airport
The regional airport played an important role in WWII, and continues to be a key facility for the Southwest today.
San Francisco's Neighbor: A Brief History Of Oakland International Airport
A history of Oakland International Airport, a historic airport with both long journeys and controversial renewal.
Floyd Bennett Field: New York City's First Municipal Airport
New York's Floyd Bennett Field was once the busiest airport in the city.
The Terminal That Looks Like An Old Train Station: Vilnius Airport
