The Albany International Airport is located in Lathem, New York, serving Albany, New York. It can accept most any type of aircraft, and serves international flights to Canada. The airport is equipped with pay-as-you-go WiFi access. The Albany International Airport is only one of four airports in the world that use dual jetbridges. It has recently received a upgrade that included a 230,000 square foot terminal, parking garage, Air Traffic Control Tower, and cargo facility.
History
The Albany International Airport was originally located at a former polo field on Loudonville Road, three miles north of the city. It was moved to Westerlo Island when it became evident that the field was not suitable for an airport. In 1928, land was acquired from the Watervliet Shakers to build the new airport, consisting of 249 acres. Many famous pilots landed at this airport, including Charles A. Lindbergh, Amelia Earhart, James Doolittle and Clarence Chamberlain.
Albany International Airport Blogs and Message Boards
- Google Blog Search: Albany International Airport
Albany International Airport Airlines
Albany International Airport International Airlines
- Air Canada 1-888-247-2262, Concourse C
References
Fast Facts
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IATA code
ALB
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Elevation
87 feet
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Located in
Colonie, NY
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2003 passengers
2.9 million
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Terminals
1
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Runways
2
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Opened
1928
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CEO
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Fact:
The only commercial service airport serving the Upper Hudson RegionCapital District Regional Planning Commission: Albany International Airport
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Fact:
2.2 million passengers and 12,000 tons of cargo passes annuallyCapital District Regional Planning Commission: Albany International Airport
