Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport, International airport in Kenner, United States.
Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport is a hub in Kenner with a main terminal spanning four concourses that move passengers to destinations across the Americas and beyond. The building extends along a central hall with shops, restaurants, and waiting areas distributed across multiple levels.
The facility began in October 1944 as Moisant Field, replacing the older Shushan airfield on Lake Pontchartrain. It received its current name in 2001 to honor jazz musician Louis Armstrong and replaced its old terminal with a modern structure in 2019.
The concessions showcase Louisiana cuisine with po-boys, beignets, and seafood served right at the gates. Local artists and musicians perform regularly in the public areas, continuing the jazz tradition of New Orleans.
The terminal sits roughly 11 miles (18 kilometers) west of the French Quarter and is accessible via Interstate 10. Arrivals are located on the ground floor, while departures operate from the upper level, with signage guiding passengers to airline counters and security checkpoints.
The facility sits at roughly 4.5 feet (1.4 meters) above sea level, ranking among the lowest airports for international flights worldwide. Its runways run nearly parallel to the shore of Lake Pontchartrain, whose water is visible from the tarmac on clear days.
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