Dallas airport
Dallas / Fort Worth Airport is the largest airport in Texas, located between Dallas and Fort Worth. The airport ranks third in the world in terms of congestion - about 700 thousand takeoffs and landings are made here annually. Also, the airport in Dallas ranks seventh in the world in terms of passengers served per year - more than 60 million passengers. In 2006 the airport received the title of "The best cargo airport in the world".
The airport is home to such well-known airlines as American Eagle Airlines, Delta Air Lines and the largest company American Airlines, serving more than 80% of flights.
History
The history of the airport in Dallas begins in 1927. Then the government of the city of Fort Worth rejected the proposal to jointly build the airport and both cities built on the airport. However, by the 60s of the last century, Fort Worth airport was closed, as it served only 1% of Texas flights, against 49% of Dallas airport.
In 1961, Dallas repeated its offer to the city, and construction began in 1969. The first commercial flights from the airport began in early 1974. Three months later, the airport was serving more than 18,000 passengers a day. And in 1978, American Airlines moved its headquarters to Fort Worth..
Over the 10 years since its opening, the airport has handled over 200 million passengers and over 2.6 million tons of cargo. The number of airlines working with the airport grew steadily. Since its opening, 12 companies have worked with the airport, and by 1984 there were 40.
A new international terminal and Skylink high-speed train line was built in 2005.
Services
The airport is ready to offer its passengers all the services they need on the road. For hungry passengers, there are cafes and restaurants on the territory of the terminals, offering dishes from different countries..
There are play areas for children.
Also here you can find bank branches, ATMs, post office, luggage storage, shops, etc..
For relaxation, relaxing procedures are presented - SPA center, massage room, etc. In addition, you can visit the sculpture garden located on the territory of the terminal.
Transport
The airport in Dallas is connected to the city by rail, as well as public transport - taxis and buses.
