Melbourne International Airport, Commercial airport in Melbourne, Florida, United States.
Melbourne International Airport is a commercial airport in Melbourne, Florida, featuring three asphalt runways and the Edward L. Foster Air Terminal, located 1.5 miles (2.4 kilometers) northwest of downtown. The terminal includes check-in halls, gates, and facilities for domestic and international flights.
The facility started in 1928 as an airmail service fueling point and was converted to Naval Air Station Melbourne during World War II. After the war, it transitioned to a civilian airport serving both domestic and international passengers.
The terminal displays art installations from regional artists throughout its public spaces, representing the creative spirit of Florida's Space Coast. These works connect visitors to the region before they even leave the airport.
Ground transportation includes rental car services, shuttle buses, and direct access to NASA Boulevard, connecting travelers to Melbourne and surrounding areas. Visitor signage and information desks help with orientation inside the terminal building.
The facility recorded over 170,000 aircraft operations in 2023 and serves as an entry point to Kennedy Space Center and Cape Canaveral attractions. Its name honors Edward L. Foster, a local aviation pioneer who shaped the development of the airport.
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