News - Richmond International Airport

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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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.

Dec 15, 2023

RIC Joins Hidden Disabilities Sunflower Program

The HD Sunflower Program aims to raise awareness of and support of people with hidden disabilities.

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Dec 14, 2023

Richmond International Airport Reports October 2023 Activity

For October 2023, RIC reports an all-time record of 440,736 passengers.

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Nov 28, 2023

Temporary TSA PreCheck® application center set for week of Dec. 4 at Richmond Airport

RICHMOND, Va. – Residents in the Virginia state capital and the surrounding region will be able to enroll in the Transportation Security Administration’s (TSA) popular TSA PreCheck® program at Richmond International Airport from Dec. 4 to 8, where officials will host a temporary “pop-up” enrollment center in the terminal. TSA PreCheck is a valuable travel…

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Sep 13, 2023

RIC Earns 2023-2024 Great Place To Work Certification®

89% of Capital Region Airport Commission employees say Richmond International Airport is a great place to work.

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Aug 29, 2023

July Activity Sets New Passenger Record for RIC

For the second time in two months, Richmond International Airport reports a best-ever month for passenger volume.

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Aug 8, 2023

Airport Reports Fiscal Year Records for Passengers and Cargo

With a strong performance in June, the Capital Region Airport Commission reported new fiscal year records for passengers and cargo at Richmond International Airport (RIC). The Airport welcomed 4,433,183 passengers and handled 190,403,176 pounds of air cargo in fiscal year 2023 (FY23).

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Jul 28, 2023

RIC to Host Airport-Wide Job Fair on August 2nd

Richmond international Airport (RIC) will host an airport-wide job fair at the Ivor Massey Administration Building located at 5707 Huntsman Road on the Airport’s campus.

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