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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.

To learn how the airport and the industry have evolved, see our History. To get the latest news, why not sign up for OnTime, our e-Newsletter? This publication is filled with the most up-to-date travel alerts, RIC news and airfare promotions.

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.

To learn how the airport and the industry have evolved, see our History. To get the latest news, why not sign up for OnTime, our e-Newsletter? This publication is filled with the most up-to-date travel alerts, RIC news and airfare promotions.

Sep 16, 2015

RIC Gains Certification as a Virginia Green Travel Partner

SUSTAINABILITY EFFORTS – INCLUDING RECENT ADDITION OF RECYCLING PROGRAM IN THE PASSENGER TERMINAL – LEADS TO RECOGNITION BY THE VIRGINIA GREEN TRAVEL ALLIANCE
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Jul 28, 2015

RIC Reports 5.6% Passenger Traffic Growth for FY15

INCREASES ALSO NOTED FOR CARGO (+2.3%) AND OPERATIONS (+6.9%)
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Jul 20, 2015

VMFA’s “It’s a Plane!” Exhibition Opens at RIC

RICHMOND, Virginia (July 20, 2015) An exhibition of photographs by Virginia-based artist Will May, called “It’s a Plane!,” opens today at Richmond International Airport (RIC). The show will be on view in the first level of the terminal through January 2016. This series of eight pictures is arranged in response to a familiar location. Like most…
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Jun 18, 2015

RIC Urges Customers to Use the ‘90/40’ Planning Rule for Morning Departures

Richmond, VA (June 18, 2015) Now that the busy Summer travel season is in full swing, Richmond International Airport (RIC) urges customers to utilize the 90/40 planning rule when traveling this season: arrive at your ticket counter no later than 90 minutes before your flight and plan to be at your gate no later than 40 minutes prior to your departure. With…
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May 18, 2015

RIC Sets All-Time April Passenger Mark

RICHMOND INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT GROWTH TREND CONTINUES INTO 14TH CONSECUTIVE MONTH
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Apr 6, 2015

Vacation Express Celebrates Inaugural Flight from Richmond to Cancun

EXCLUSIVE FLIGHTS WILL CONTINUE UNTIL AUGUST 3, 2015
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Mar 9, 2015

TSA Pre✓® Application Center (Closed) Inside RIC

The RIC TSA Pre✓® Enrollment Center has permanently closed effective Monday, December 12, 2016. The Enrollment Center is now located in the DMV office at 2300 W Broad St Richmond, VA 23220-2051.
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Jan 5, 2015

VMFA’s “RVA: A Day in the River City” Exhibition Opens at RIC

RICHMOND, Virginia (January 5, 2015) An exhibition of photographs and drawings by Virginia-based artist Carson Jones, called “RVA: A Day in The River City,” opens today at Richmond International Airport (RIC). The show will be on view in the first level of the terminal through July 2015. This series of Richmond illustrations, paintings, and digital prints…
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Nov 12, 2014

Allegiant Brings Richmond Travelers New Nonstop Service to Tampa Bay

Company celebrates with fares as low as $55 and gives away free flights for a year
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