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Bob Hope Airport
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Name	Bob Hope Airport
IATA	BUR
ICAO	KBUR
FAA	BUR
Owner	Burbank-Glendale-Pasadena Airport Authority
City-served	Burbank
Location	Burbank, California
Elevation ft	778
Coordinates	34, 12, 02, N...
Website	https://www.bobhopeairport.com/

Contents

● Overview
● History
● Facilities
● Airlines_and_Destinations
● Statistics
● Accidents_and_Incidents

Bob Hope Airport. Located in the San Fernando Valley region of Los Angeles County, it is a major public airport serving the northern Greater Los Angeles area. Originally known as United Airport, the facility was renamed in 2003 to honor the legendary entertainer Bob Hope. The airport is governed by the Burbank-Glendale-Pasadena Airport Authority and is renowned for its convenient proximity to major Hollywood studios and the Downtown Los Angeles business district.

● Overview

The airport is situated entirely within the city limits of Burbank, adjacent to neighborhoods in the city of Los Angeles. It features a single passenger terminal complex, officially named the Bob Hope Airport Terminal, which is noted for its streamlined, Art Deco-influenced design. The airfield operates with two parallel runways and is a key reliever for the much larger Los Angeles International Airport. Its location makes it a preferred gateway for travelers to the Walt Disney Studios, Warner Bros. Studios, and Universal Studios Hollywood.

● History

The airport's origins date to 1930 when it was opened by United Airlines as a maintenance and operational base, initially named United Airport. During World War II, the facility was requisitioned by the United States Army Air Forces and operated as Lockheed Air Terminal, supporting the production of aircraft like the P-38 Lightning by the nearby Lockheed Corporation. After the war, it reverted to commercial service and was purchased by the Burbank-Glendale-Pasadena Airport Authority in 1978. A significant terminal replacement project was completed in 2011, and the airport was officially renamed for Bob Hope following approval by the United States Congress and a signature from President George W. Bush.

● Facilities

The passenger terminal spans approximately 232,000 square feet and houses 14 gates across its two concourses. Ground transportation options are robust, with direct access to the Burbank–Bob Hope Airport station served by Metrolink and Amtrak trains, as well as the Los Angeles Metro Rail system. The airport property also includes the Aviation Museum and significant corporate facilities for The Walt Disney Company. Fixed-base operators on the field provide comprehensive services for general aviation, including fueling and maintenance for private aircraft.

● Airlines_and_Destinations

The airport is a focus city for Southwest Airlines, which operates the majority of its commercial flights. Other major carriers include Alaska Airlines, which offers routes to Pacific Northwest hubs like Seattle–Tacoma International Airport, and American Eagle, providing connections to the Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport hub. Seasonal and year-round destinations cover key cities across the Western United States, such as San Jose, Oakland, Phoenix, Las Vegas, and Salt Lake City.

● Statistics

In a typical pre-pandemic year, the airport facilitated over 4.5 million passengers, making it one of the busiest single-runway commercial airports in the United States. Southwest Airlines consistently handles the largest share of passenger traffic. Cargo operations, while modest compared to passenger volume, are supported by carriers like FedEx Express and UPS Airlines. The airport generates significant economic activity for the San Fernando Valley and is a major employer within the city of Burbank.

● Accidents_and_Incidents

The airport has experienced several notable accidents throughout its history. In 2000, a Southwest Airlines Boeing 737 overran the runway during landing in heavy rain, resulting in minor injuries but no fatalities. A more severe accident occurred in 2000 when an Alaska Airlines McDonnell Douglas MD-83 crashed near Port Hueneme, California, after departing from the airport, an event investigated by the National Transportation Safety Board. In 1969, a Learjet 25 crashed shortly after takeoff, impacting a neighborhood in Burbank.

Category:Airports in California Category:Transportation in Los Angeles County, California Category:Burbank, California

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