Gerald R. Ford International Airport

Grand Rapids, MI 49512-4055

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5500 44th St. S.E.
Grand Rapids, MI 49512-4055
http://www.FlyFord.org
616-233-6000
616-233-6025

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The Gerald R. Ford International Airport (GFIA) is the second busiest airport in Michigan. The airport served over 2.23 million passengers in 2013 and over 6,000 travelers pass through GFIA each day.  The Gerald R. Ford International Airport offers non-stop service to 23 major market destinations with 120 daily non-stop flights.  The Gerald R. Ford International Airport is managed and operated by the Kent County Department of Aeronautics.  GFIA generates over $500 million annually in economic activity throughout West Michigan and employs over 1,500 people.  

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Southwest Airlines Commits $100K to Ford International Airport’s FLITE Program

Feb. 15, 2024
The Ford Launchpad for Innovative Technologies and Entrepreneurship, or FLITE, is working to further fuel innovation in the aviation industry.
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Ford International Airport Sets New Passenger Record in 2023

Feb. 5, 2024
The Gerald R. Ford International Airport announced today that it surpassed previous passenger traffic records in 2023. In 2023, the Airport served a total of 3,794,915 passengers...
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Mural Artists Selected for Ford International Airport's Concourse A

Nov. 1, 2023
The Gerald R. Ford International Airport Authority has selected West Michigan-based artists AK Bueno, Maddison Chaffer, Jimmy Cobb, Devin Dumond and Jill Eggers to paint murals...
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Ford International Airport Unveils Newly Expanded Concourse A

June 16, 2023
Phase 1 expansion features eight new gates to accommodate larger aircraft, new concession and retail concepts, greater variety of seating options and more.
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Ford International Airport Announces Third Round of FLITE to Support Next-Generation Air Service Technology Solutions

Jan. 25, 2023
More than $170,000 awarded to companies shaping the future of the aviation industry.
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Ford International Airport Celebrates Grand Opening of New Operations Center

Oct. 24, 2022
The Gerald R. Ford International Airport celebrated the completion and opening of its new operations center which will consolidate key teams such as operations and communications...
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Ford International Airport Launches New Website to Showcase Multi-Million Dollar Capital Expansion Program, Elevate

Sept. 6, 2022
Site highlights one of the largest capital expansion programs in the U.S. for a small-hub airport.
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The Gerald R. Ford International Airport raised a ceremonial beam to celebrate its $110 million expansion of Concourse A.
The Gerald R. Ford International Airport raised a ceremonial beam to celebrate its $110 million expansion of Concourse A.
The Gerald R. Ford International Airport raised a ceremonial beam to celebrate its $110 million expansion of Concourse A.
The Gerald R. Ford International Airport raised a ceremonial beam to celebrate its $110 million expansion of Concourse A.
The Gerald R. Ford International Airport raised a ceremonial beam to celebrate its $110 million expansion of Concourse A.
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Ford International Airport Celebrates Beam Raising on $110 Million Expansion of Concourse A

April 27, 2022
The elevate program is the cornerstone of nearly $500 million in capital expansion projects, one of the largest of any small hub airport in the U.S.
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Ford International Airport Sweeps West Michigan Advertising Awards, Winning Judge’s Choice and Best in Show

March 4, 2022
The Gerald R. Ford International Airport swept the recent 2022 American Advertising Federation West Michigan Advertising Awards, winning nine individual honors as well as being...
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Ford International Airport Launches FLITE to Develop, Introduce New High-Tech Air Travel Solutions

Jan. 19, 2022
Partnership with MEDC, Southwest Airlines provides grants to innovation-driven companies, allowing them to test new products, services in an airport environment.

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2019 Airport Business Top 40 Under 40 Moe Khattak

Nov. 21, 2019
Moe Khattak has always been fascinated by the aviation industry. “I did not know exactly what I wanted to major or specialize in during high school, but one thing I was sure on...

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Ford International Airport Recognized for Excellence in Digital Advertising

Dec. 6, 2021
The Gerald R. Ford International Airport has been honored by the Airports Council International-North America as a 2021 Excellence in Airport Marketing, Communications and Customer...
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Ford Airport Adds Experienced Airport Professional Kevin Delaney to Leadership Team

Oct. 20, 2021
The Gerald R. Ford International Airport Authority has added Kevin Delaney to its senior leadership team as its maintenance and asset management director. Delaney brings more ...
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Completed in collaboration with Livonia-based engineering consulting firm C&S Companies and Grand Rapids-based contractor Kamminga & Roodvoets, the $50 million project included the replacement and expansion of 215,000 square yards of concrete in the main terminal area where aircraft are parked, unloaded or loaded, de-iced and refueled.
Completed in collaboration with Livonia-based engineering consulting firm C&S Companies and Grand Rapids-based contractor Kamminga & Roodvoets, the $50 million project included the replacement and expansion of 215,000 square yards of concrete in the main terminal area where aircraft are parked, unloaded or loaded, de-iced and refueled.
Completed in collaboration with Livonia-based engineering consulting firm C&S Companies and Grand Rapids-based contractor Kamminga & Roodvoets, the $50 million project included the replacement and expansion of 215,000 square yards of concrete in the main terminal area where aircraft are parked, unloaded or loaded, de-iced and refueled.
Completed in collaboration with Livonia-based engineering consulting firm C&S Companies and Grand Rapids-based contractor Kamminga & Roodvoets, the $50 million project included the replacement and expansion of 215,000 square yards of concrete in the main terminal area where aircraft are parked, unloaded or loaded, de-iced and refueled.
Completed in collaboration with Livonia-based engineering consulting firm C&S Companies and Grand Rapids-based contractor Kamminga & Roodvoets, the $50 million project included the replacement and expansion of 215,000 square yards of concrete in the main terminal area where aircraft are parked, unloaded or loaded, de-iced and refueled.
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Ford Airport’s Terminal Apron Reconstruction and Expansion Project Receives ASCE Outstanding Civil Engineering Certificate of Merit

June 21, 2021
The Gerald R. Ford International Airport’s terminal apron reconstruction and expansion project has received the American Society of Civil Engineers Michigan Section’s outstanding...
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Ford Airport Named Best and Brightest Company to Work For

May 3, 2021
The Gerald R. Ford International Airport was named one of the 2021 Best and Brightest Companies to Work For in West Michigan. The award recognizes organizations that have thoughtful...
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Ford Airport Receives Accreditation for Outbreak Prevention

April 20, 2021
The Gerald R. Ford International Airport has earned the Global Biorisk Advisory Council STAR Facility Accreditation status from the ISSA — the worldwide cleaning industry association...
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Ford Airport One of First in Nation to Offer Rapid PCR COVID-19 Tests

March 19, 2021
Buoyed by the initial success of its rapid COVID-19 testing site, the Gerald R. Ford International Airport is expanding its partnership with TACKL Health to offer rapid molecular...
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Ford Airport’s Terminal Reconstruction and Expansion Project Receives ACEC Engineering Excellence Merit Award

March 17, 2021
The Gerald R. Ford International Airport’s terminal apron reconstruction and expansion project has received the American Council of Engineering Companies’ 2021 Engineering Merit...
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Gerald R. Ford International Airport Recognized Again for Excellence in Financial Reporting

March 10, 2021
The Gerald R. Ford International Airport has again received the Certificate of Excellence in Financial Reporting by the Government Finance Officers Association for its 2019 Comprehensiv...
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Gerald R. Ford International Airport Named Airport of the Year by MDOT Office of Aeronautics

Feb. 23, 2021
The Gerald R. Ford International Airport has been named Airport of the Year in the air carrier category by the Michigan Department of Transportation Office of Aeronautics. The...