Key West International Airport, International airport in Key West, United States
Key West International Airport is an international airport located on the southernmost inhabited island in the continental United States. A single runway handles both commercial carriers and private aircraft traveling to and from the mainland.
The site became a civilian airport in 1957 after serving military purposes during World War II. The Navy had operated the facility and later transferred it to the city for public use.
The facility represents a vital connection point between mainland United States and the Florida Keys, supporting both tourism and local business development.
The airport sits about 3 miles from downtown and can be reached by a direct road connection. Baggage handling takes place in a single terminal building that processes all arrivals and departures.
The runway extends very close to the water and offers travelers a wide view of the ocean during landing. The tarmac ends only a few yards from the coastline.
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