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LaGuardia Airport
LaGuardia Airport
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NameLaGuardia Airport
IATALGA
ICAOKLGA
FAALGA
OwnerPort Authority of New York and New Jersey
City-servedNew York City
LocationQueens, New York City
Opened15 October 1939
HubDelta Air Lines
Elevation-f21
Coordinates40, 46, 38, N...
Websitehttps://www.laguardiaairport.com/

LaGuardia Airport. Located in the Queens borough of New York City, this major airport serves the New York metropolitan area alongside John F. Kennedy International Airport and Newark Liberty International Airport. Originally named North Beach Airport, it was renamed in 1939 for Fiorello H. La Guardia, the popular Mayor of New York City who championed its development. Operated by the Port Authority of New York and New Jersey, it is a primary domestic hub, particularly for Delta Air Lines, and is famously known for its short runways and proximity to Manhattan.

History

The site was originally a private Glen H. Curtiss airfield and later the North Beach Airport. Dissatisfaction with Newark Airport led Mayor Fiorello H. La Guardia to demand a modern facility for New York City, culminating in a dedication by President Franklin D. Roosevelt in 1939. During World War II, it was leased to the United States Army Air Forces as New York Municipal Airport-LaGuardia Field. The iconic Marine Air Terminal, built for Pan American World Airways' flying boats, opened in 1940. Major expansions occurred in the 1960s, including the construction of the Central Terminal Building, designed by William Delano. A landmark, multi-billion dollar redevelopment program began in 2015, spearheaded by Governor Andrew Cuomo, transforming its aging facilities.

Facilities

The airport covers 680 acres on Flushing Bay and features two intersecting runways, the primary being Runway 4/22. Its terminals are organized into four main complexes: Terminal A (formerly the Marine Air Terminal), Terminal B, Terminal C, and the new Terminal D, part of the Delta-led Terminal C and D project. The new Terminal B, designed by a joint venture of HOK and WSP, opened in phases and features a striking, light-filled headhouse. Amenities include extensive art installations curated by the Public Art Fund, numerous dining options from chefs like Andrew Carmellini, and lounges operated by American Express and Delta Air Lines.

Airlines and destinations

As a focus city for Delta Air Lines, it operates a significant domestic shuttle network along the Northeast Corridor. Other major carriers include American Airlines, United Airlines, and Southwest Airlines. The airport predominantly handles flights within the United States and to Canada, due to a perimeter rule restricting most non-stop flights beyond 1,500 miles, though exceptions exist for cities like Denver and Las Vegas. Key routes connect to hubs such as Atlanta, Chicago, and Dallas. Several regional carriers, including Republic Airways and SkyWest Airlines, operate as feeders for the mainline airlines.

Ground transportation

Access is provided via the Grand Central Parkway and the Brooklyn-Queens Expressway. The MTA bus network offers connections to several New York City Subway lines, including the 7, E, F, and R trains. Private car services, taxis, and app-based rideshares like Uber and Lyft utilize designated pickup zones. The new airport design integrates a consolidated rental car facility and improved roadway layouts to alleviate chronic congestion. A proposed AirTrain LaGuardia project, linking to the Long Island Rail Road and New York City Subway, was canceled in 2023.

Accidents and incidents

Notable accidents include the 1959 crash of American Airlines Flight 320, which crashed into the East River on approach, killing 65. In 1992, USAir Flight 405, a Fokker F28, stalled and crashed after a takeoff in icing conditions, resulting in 27 fatalities. A serious incident occurred in 1975 when Eastern Air Lines Flight 66 struck approach lights during a thunderstorm, a crash investigated by the National Transportation Safety Board that led to changes in wind shear detection. More recently, in 2013, Southwest Airlines Flight 345 sustained substantial damage during a hard landing, injuring several.

The airport is frequently depicted in film and television, notably in Alfred Hitchcock's *North by Northwest* and Martin Scorsese's *Goodfellas*. It served as a setting in episodes of *Seinfeld* and *Mad Men*. The airport's notorious delays and congestion have been a subject of comedy, referenced by figures like David Letterman and in *Saturday Night Live* sketches. Its iconic control tower and the old Central Terminal Building have made it a recognizable backdrop. The airport is also mentioned in songs by artists including Billy Joel and The Beastie Boys.

Category:Airports in New York City Category:Transportation in Queens, New York Category:Port Authority of New York and New Jersey