Gander International Airport, International airport in Gander, Canada
Gander International Airport is an international facility in Gander, Newfoundland and Labrador, Canada, with four runways and infrastructure for domestic and overseas connections. The main terminal offers check-in counters, waiting areas, and amenities for passengers passing through eastern Canada.
The facility opened in 1938 and served as a stopover for transatlantic military and civilian aircraft during World War II on the route to Europe. After the war, it became a key point for long-distance traffic before modern planes achieved greater range.
Displays in the arrivals hall document the era when the facility served as a stopover between North America and Europe during early transatlantic flights. Travelers can see how commercial aviation evolved through this location.
Air Canada offers regular service to Halifax and Toronto. Parking facilities are within walking distance of the terminal entrance, allowing easy access to check-in.
On September 11, 2001, the facility accommodated 38 diverted planes carrying about 6,000 passengers while North American airspace was closed. The local community provided lodging and meals for the stranded travelers over several days.
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