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Gerald R. Ford International Airport Announces Fifth Cohort of FLITE Grant Recipients Advancing Air Travel Innovation

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Over $200,000 in Grant Funds Awarded to Companies Revolutionizing the Aviation Industry (IN SHORT) The Gerald R. Ford International Airport Authority, in partnership with the Michigan Economic Development Corporation (MEDC), Seamless Ventures, Southwest Airlines, and the West Michigan Aviation Academy, has unveiled the fifth cohort of companies set to receive over $200,000 in total grant… Read the full press release

Gerald R. Ford International Airport Voted Best Small Airport in USA TODAY Reader’s Choice Awards

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Grand Rapids, Mich., 2023-Oct-18 — /Travel PR News/ — The Gerald R. Ford International Airport earned the top spot in the USA TODAY Reader’s Choice Awards for best small airport. The 20 finalists for the category were selected by a panel of experts and then voted on by the public. The panel consisted of editors… Read the full press release

Sun Country Airlines Announces New Service to Gerald R. Ford International Airport in 2024

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Grand Rapids, Michigan, 2023-Oct-18 — /Travel PR News/ — The Gerald R. Ford International Airport announced Sun Country Airlines will begin service in June 2024. Sun Country Airlines is a low-cost air carrier focused on serving leisure passengers. Based in Minnesota, the airline offers flights to destinations in North America, Central America and the Caribbean…. Read the full press release

Gerald R. Ford International Airport Calls for Artists to Create Unique Murals and Wall Art in Newly Expanded Concourse A, Reflecting West Michigan’s Identity

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Murals and 2D Applications to be Featured in New $110 Million Concourse A Expansion GRAND RAPIDS, Mich., 2023-Feb-22 — /Travel PR News/ — The Gerald R. Ford International Airport is requesting proposals for murals and 2D wall art applications to be displayed in the newly expanded Concourse A. Designed by architect Jorge Barrero of HKS, Concourse… Read the full press release

$171,000 in Grant Funding Awarded to Companies Pioneering the Future of Aviation Industry

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More than $170,000 Awarded to Companies Shaping the Future of the Aviation Industry GRAND RAPIDS, Mich., 2023-Jan-26 — /Travel PR News/ — The Gerald R. Ford International Airport Authority, together with Michigan Economic Development Corporation, Seamless Ventures, Southwest Airlines®, Stantec GenerationAV and the West Michigan Aviation Academy, has announced the third round of companies that… Read the full press release

Ink by Hudson: A Wine Bar & Contemporary Bookstore Opens at Gerald R. Ford International Airport

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GRAND RAPIDS, Mich., 2023-Jan-22 — /Travel PR News/ — The Gerald R. Ford International Airport, in partnership with Hudson, started construction on Ink by Hudson, a new wine bar and contemporary bookstore. Ink by Hudson will offer travelers a taste of local Michigan wines, shelves of diverse stories, travel essentials and gifts. “Ink by Hudson will… Read the full press release

ACI-NA Announces New Board of Directors with Gerald R. Ford International Airport’s CEO Among Leaders

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Grand Rapids, Michigan, 2023-Jan-16 — /Travel PR News/ — The Airports Council International – North America (ACI-NA) announced its new leaders to the ACI-NA Board of Directors including the Gerald R. Ford International Airport Authority’s president and CEO Tory Richardson. “I look forward to serving the aviation industry and its communities in this new position… Read the full press release

The Gerald R. Ford International Airport’s terminal reconstruction and expansion project recognized with ACEC’ 2021 Engineering Merit Award

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Grand Rapids, Michigan, 2021-Mar-17 — /Travel PR News/ — The Gerald R. Ford International Airport’s terminal apron reconstruction and expansion project has received the American Council of Engineering Companies’ 2021 Engineering Merit Award. The project — done in collaboration with Livonia-based engineering, architecture and construction firm C&S Companies — was selected for this high honor… Read the full press release

Gerald R. Ford International Airport welcomes Kent County Commissioner Emily Brieve to its board of directors

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Dan Koorndyk, Dr. Floyd Wilson Jr. and Birgit Klohs Elected to Leadership Roles Grand Rapids, Michigan, 2021-Feb-05 — /Travel PR News/ — The Gerald R. Ford International Airport Authority announced Kent County Commissioner Emily Brieve has joined its board of directors for a three year term. In her new role, Brieve will join six other… Read the full press release

Gerald R. Ford International Airport prepares for a patriotic welcome home for military members and veterans on Thanksgiving holiday

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Grand Rapids, MI, 2019-Nov-25 — /Travel PR News/ — A patriotic welcome home for West Michigan troops and other festivities are on tap for the Thanksgiving holiday – one of the busiest times of the year at the Gerald R. Ford International Airport (GFIA). On Wednesday, November 27th, airport volunteers including therapy dog teams, and the… Read the full press release

Gerald R. Ford International Airport welcomes the return of Midwest Express

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Direct flights between Milwaukee – Grand Rapids to begin by year end Grand Rapids, MI, 2019-Aug-30 — /Travel PR News/ — Midwest Express today (August 28, 2019) revealed the Elite Airways aircraft, complete with exterior Midwest Express branding, that will service initial flight destinations to Cincinnati, OH (CVG), Omaha, NE (OMA), and Grand Rapids, MI… Read the full press release

The Gerald R. Ford International Airport marks an all-time passenger record for 2018

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Grand Rapids, Mich., 2019-Jan-22 — /Travel PR News/ — The Gerald R. Ford International Airport (GFIA) set an all-time passenger record for 2018, marking the sixth straight year that the Airport has seen record-setting growth. In 2018, 3,263,234 passengers flew in and out of GFIA, an increase of 16-percent from 2017. The record-setting year was capped… Read the full press release

Allegiant to establish a two-aircraft base at Gerald R. Ford International Airport

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Company Announces Non-Stop Service to Two New Cities with Fares as Low as $49* Each Way GRAND RAPIDS, Mich., 2019-Jan-16 — /Travel PR News/ — State and local officials joined executives from Allegiant Travel Company (NASDAQ: ALGT) today ( Jan. 15, 2019) as the company announced plans to establish a two-aircraft base at Gerald R. Ford International Airport in Grand Rapids, Michigan…. Read the full press release

Gerald R. Ford International Airport to surprise its three millionth passenger with gifts and fantastic giveaways

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Grand Rapids, Mich., 2018-Dec-04 — /Travel PR News/ — The Gerald R. Ford International Airport (GFIA) will be surprising its three millionth passenger on Wednesday, December 5th with a reception to also include surprises and giveaways for passengers flying that day. The Airport had a total of over 2.7 million passengers served through the end of… Read the full press release

The Gerald R. Ford International Airport to undertake a national search for a new CEO

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Grand Rapids, Michigan, 2018-Dec-04 — /Travel PR News/ — The Gerald R. Ford International Airport will  undertake a national search for a new leader as current CEO and President Jim Gill transitions to a  consulting role. The GFIA Airport Authority Board, which oversees operations of Michigan’s second busiest airport, accepted Gill’s resignation on Nov. 30…. Read the full press release

Gerald R. Ford International Airport set to host 24th Annual Holiday Music Festival, December 3-7

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Grand Rapids, Mich., 2018-Nov-30 — /Travel PR News/ — The Gerald R. Ford International Airport (GFIA) will soon be filled with festive sounds of the season. The 24th Annual Holiday Music Festival will take place the week of December 3-7 in the Grand Hall. Daily performances run from 8 a.m. – 4 p.m. but a full… Read the full press release

The Gerald R. Ford International Airport opens new parking area, The Cell Phone & Ride Share Lot

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Grand Rapids, Mich., 2018-Oct-25 — /Travel PR News/ — The Gerald R. Ford International Airport (GFIA) has a new, expanded parking area for those waiting to pick up passengers. The Cell Phone & Ride Share Lot opened today (October 18, 2018) and includes 30 spaces for individuals waiting for passenger arrivals, along with 30 spaces to… Read the full press release

Gerald R. Ford International Airport continues pace as the second fastest growing airport in America

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Grand Rapids, Mich., 2018-Aug-21 — /Travel PR News/ — After serving more than a quarter-million passengers in the month of July, the Gerald R. Ford International Airport (GFIA) is continuing its pace as the second fastest growing airport in the country. July marks the seventh record-breaking month in a row for 2018, and the airport has… Read the full press release

Gerald R. Ford International Airport to open a new pre-security bar Leinie Lodge

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GRAND RAPIDS, Mich., 2018-Apr-23 — /Travel PR News/ —More food and beverage offerings are coming to the Gerald R. Ford International Airport (GFIA), this time in the pre-security meet and greet area. Global restaurateur HMSHost, in partnership with the Gerald R. Ford International Airport, is opening a new pre-security bar called “Leinie Lodge” adjacent to… Read the full press release

Gerald R. Ford International Airport opens the President Gerald R. Ford Tribute Room

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Grand Rapids, MI, 2017-Oct-18 — /Travel PR News/ — Two organizations bearing President Gerald R. Ford’s name came together to celebrate a ribbon-cutting and dedication for a tribute room at the airport in the late president’s honor. Gerald R. Ford International Airport (GFIA) and Gerald R. Ford Presidential Foundation officials joined President Gerald R. Ford’s son,… Read the full press release

New kids play area opens at Gerald R. Ford International Airport

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New kids play area opens at Gerald R. Ford International Airport   Grand Rapids, Mich., 2017-Aug-01 — /Travel PR News/ — Kids traveling through the Gerald R. Ford International Airport (GFIA) have a fun new space to play, complete with a replica helicopter and air traffic control tower, thanks to a partnership with Spectrum Health Helen… Read the full press release

Gerald R. Ford International Airport opens new security checkpoint as part of its Gateway Transformation Project

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Grand Rapids, Mich., 2017-Jun-28 — /Travel PR News/ — All passengers traveling through the Gerald R. Ford International Airport (GFIA) are now being processed in one consolidated security checkpoint, the focal point of GFIA’s Gateway Transformation Project. Construction on the checkpoint was completed Saturday evening, and opened for passengers on Sunday, June 25. Concourse B passengers… Read the full press release

Gerald R. Ford International Airport and Kent District Library launch “Little Free Library – Take a Book, Leave a Book”

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Grand Rapids, Mich., 2016-Sep-15 — /Travel PR News/ — Free books are now available at the Gerald R. Ford International Airport (GFIA) thanks to a partnership with the Kent District Library (KDL). KDL’s program “Little Free Library – Take a Book, Leave a Book” was installed today, and offers travelers a chance to pick up… Read the full press release

Gerald R. Ford International Airport reopens expanded parking at the North Lot

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Grand Rapids, Mich., 2016-Aug-19 — /Travel PR News/ — Expanded parking in a repaved lot is now available at the Gerald R. Ford International Airport (GFIA). The North Lot, located just north of the airport parking garage, has reopened to the public after a two and a half month closure that included the area being reconstructed… Read the full press release

Global restaurateur HMSHost and Gerald R. Ford International Airport celebrated opening of the airport’s new restaurant lineup

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Grand Rapids, MI, US, 2013-12-19 — /travelprnews.com/ — Today (December 18, 2013), global restaurateur HMSHost and the Gerald R. Ford International Airport celebrated the recent opening of the airport’s new restaurant lineup with a ribbon cutting ceremony and reception. The event was held inside the brand new Bell’s Brewhouse, aWest Michigan favorite. More cause for celebration included the opening of… Read the full press release