Daniel K. Inouye International Airport

Daniel K. Inouye International Airport
Name	Daniel K. Inouye International Airport
Location	Honolulu, Oahu, Hawaii, United States
Coordinates	21, 19, 23, N...

Daniel K. Inouye International Airport is a major airport located in Honolulu, on the island of Oahu in the state of Hawaii, United States. As the primary airport serving Honolulu, it is a major hub for Hawaiian Airlines and a secondary hub for Alaska Airlines. The airport is named after Daniel K. Inouye, a renowned American politician and Senator from Hawaii. The airport serves as a gateway to the Pacific Islands and is a significant economic driver for the state of Hawaii.

History

The airport was originally opened in 1927 as John Rodgers Airport, named after John Rodgers, a Navy officer who was the first person to fly an airplane off a United States ship. In 1946, the airport was renamed Honolulu International Airport. On November 12, 2017, the airport was renamed Daniel K. Inouye International Airport in honor of the late Daniel K. Inouye, a Japanese-American politician and Medal of Honor recipient.

The airport has undergone significant expansions and renovations over the years, including the construction of a new Terminal in 1980 and a major renovation project in 2009. The airport is operated by the Honolulu Department of Aviation and is a member of the Airports Council International.

Facilities

The airport has a total of 38 gates across two terminals, with a variety of amenities and services available to passengers. The airport is equipped with a runway and a parallel runway, allowing for simultaneous arrivals and departures. The airport also features a cargo facility and a general aviation terminal.

The airport has implemented various sustainability initiatives, including the use of solar panels and a green roof. The airport has also received several awards for its sustainability efforts, including the Airport Carbon Accreditation program.

Airlines and destinations

The airport is served by several major and regional airlines, including Alaska Airlines, American Airlines, Delta Air Lines, Hawaiian Airlines, Japan Airlines, KLM, Korean Air, Philippine Airlines, Qantas, Singapore Airlines, Southwest Airlines, United Airlines, and WestJet. The airport offers non-stop flights to several destinations in the United States, including Los Angeles, San Francisco, Seattle, and New York City, as well as international flights to Asia, Australia, and the Pacific Islands.

Accidents and incidents

There have been several accidents and incidents at the airport over the years, including a 1959 Air New Zealand Lockheed Constellation that crashed on approach, killing 26 people. Another incident occurred in 1973 when a Pan American World Airways Boeing 747 experienced a engine failure on takeoff, resulting in the loss of one engine.

Statistics

The airport serves over 20 million passengers annually, making it one of the busiest airports in the Pacific. The airport handles a significant amount of cargo traffic, with over 100,000 tons of cargo passing through the airport each year. The airport is a major economic driver for the state of Hawaii, generating over $1 billion in economic impact each year.

Ground transportation

The airport is connected to downtown Honolulu and other destinations on the island of Oahu by several ground transportation options, including TheBus, shuttle services, and taxis. The airport also offers car rental services and has a parking garage with over 5,000 spaces. The airport is also accessible by ride-hailing services such as Uber and Lyft.

Category:Airports in Hawaii