Newark Liberty International Airport

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Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR) is a major international airport located in Newark, New Jersey, United States. It is one of the primary airports serving the New York metropolitan area, along with John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) and LaGuardia Airport (LGA). Newark Liberty is operated by the Port Authority of New York and New Jersey.

History[edit | edit source]

Newark Liberty International Airport opened on October 1, 1928, making it the first major airport in the New York metropolitan area. It was originally named Newark Metropolitan Airport and later Newark International Airport. The airport was renamed Newark Liberty International Airport in 2002 to honor the victims of the September 11 attacks and to reflect its proximity to the Statue of Liberty.

Facilities[edit | edit source]

The airport covers 2,027 acres and has three runways and one helipad. It consists of three passenger terminals: Terminal A, Terminal B, and Terminal C. Terminal A and Terminal B handle domestic and international flights, while Terminal C is exclusively used by United Airlines, which operates a major hub at the airport.

Runways[edit | edit source]

  • Runway 4L/22R: 11,000 feet
  • Runway 4R/22L: 10,000 feet
  • Runway 11/29: 6,800 feet

Terminals[edit | edit source]

  • Terminal A: Serves domestic flights and some international flights.
  • Terminal B: Handles both domestic and international flights.
  • Terminal C: Exclusively used by United Airlines for domestic and international flights.

Airlines and Destinations[edit | edit source]

Newark Liberty International Airport serves as a hub for United Airlines and offers flights to numerous domestic and international destinations. Other major airlines operating at the airport include American Airlines, Delta Air Lines, and JetBlue.

Ground Transportation[edit | edit source]

The airport is accessible via several modes of transportation, including:

Future Developments[edit | edit source]

The Port Authority has announced plans for significant upgrades and expansions at Newark Liberty International Airport, including the construction of a new Terminal A, improvements to existing terminals, and enhancements to the airport's infrastructure.

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Contributors: Prab R. Tumpati, MD