AIRPORT NEWS
While aeronautical activities in the area date back to reconnaissance and artillery spotting from hot air balloons in the 1860s during the American Civil War, Richmond International Airport’s history officially began on October 15, 1927, with Charles Lindbergh and The Spirit of St. Louis serving as the airport’s first official visitors. In 2007, the airport completed a major renovation project, establishing it as one of the most modern and well-equipped airports in the eastern United States.
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Richmond International Airport (RIC) Reports 4.38 Million Passengers in 2019, a New Annual Record
December’s 12.7% Increase Marks a Strong 2019 Finish as Consecutive Record Months Tally Increases to 27
Read More Richmond (RIC) Reports New October Record as Passenger Traffic Increases 2.9%
Second-Best Month Ever, 25 Consecutive Record Months
Read More Winter Reminders at RIC
Richmond International Airport, VA (November 12, 2019) – Since winter months offer potential for snow, sleet, freezing rain and/or ice, you can help to make your trip go as smoothly as possible by checking with your airline – via its website or mobile app – regarding your flight status prior to leaving for the airport. Passengers…
Read More RIC Reports 8% Traffic Jump, New September Record
24 Consecutive Record Months of Passenger Traffic at Richmond International Airport
Read More Richmond International Airport Reports New All-Time Best Passenger Traffic Month
Record Established Three Months Earlier Falls with August Traffic Tally
Read More RIC’s Value Season Air Travel Tips
Richmond International Airport, VA (September 19, 2019) – Enjoying your next trip starts with planning ahead and Richmond International Airport (RIC) wants to make sure that you and your family get a fair shake when you take to the skies. That’s why RIC offers some important things to remember before you take your next flight:…
Read More Passenger Traffic Sets New July Record at RIC
Richmond International Airport, VA (August 27, 2019) – The Capital Region Airport Commission reports a new month of July record as 386,931 travelers transited through Richmond International Airport (RIC) in July 2019, topping the previous mark of 373,066 set a year ago. July was also the second-best passenger traffic month in the airport’s history and represents…
Read More New Traffic Record as RIC Reports 4.27 Million Passengers in FY2019
Passenger Traffic, Cargo, and Aircraft Operations All Show Growth in Fiscal Year
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