Purdue University Airport, airport in Tippecanoe County, Indiana, USA
Purdue University Airport is an airport in West Lafayette, Indiana, owned and operated by the university near the town center. It has two asphalt runways, a control tower staffed from early morning until late evening, and a modern passenger terminal that opened in 2025.
The airport was founded in 1930 as the first university-owned airport in the United States. It served as a pilot training facility during World War II, and a famous aviator prepared her aircraft here for a round-the-world flight.
The airport is named after a pioneering aviator with deep ties to Purdue. Visitors sense the connection between the university and figures who shaped early aviation while teaching or studying here.
The airport is open daily from early morning until midnight with easy access and affordable parking compared to larger airports nearby. Passengers should use the modern terminal, which offers check-in counters, baggage services, and a lounge for travelers.
The airport grounds serve not only scheduled flights but also practical aviation training through various programs and regular exercises. Students learn aircraft maintenance, flight operations, and other technical skills using real planes and helicopters on site.
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