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Santa Makes 13th Holiday Practice Run at Indy Airport

Beloved Hoosier holiday tradition draws more than 1,200 children, families

He’s back! For the 13th time Santa Claus arrived today at the Indianapolis International Airport (IND) in true Santa style – hurrying across the tarmac on a firetruck eager to greet more than 1,200 Hoosier families and children gathered in the Indy airport’s Civic Plaza.

Oregon Ducks’ Fans Flying in for Big Ten Championship in Indianapolis

Southwest, Delta, and United Airlines add specialty flights for championship weekend

“Part of what makes Indy the best host city in the country is how the city comes together to welcome visitors in a big way for events like the Discover Big Ten Football Championship Game,” said Patrick Talty President of the Indiana Sports Corp.

Indy Airport Lands Three New Flights in a Single Day

Indianapolis now has 51 nonstop destinations to offer Hoosier travelers

In a single day, the Indianapolis International Airport (IND) has landed three new flights to cities on both the West and Gulf coasts, as well as the Sun Belt.

Indy Airport Hosts Its First-Ever Naturalization Ceremony

47 candidates sworn in today as new U.S. citizens

The Indianapolis International Airport (IND) played host to a naturalization ceremony today that celebrated 47 individuals who became new U.S. citizens. Amid vibrant displays of American flags in the airport’s appropriately named Civic Plaza, individuals who have immigrated from 24 countries spanning the globe raised their right hands and took the Oath of Citizenship surrounded by friends and family.

Girl Scouts to Welcome Swifties with Hoosier Hospitality

Girl Scouts to spread friendship and KINDness at the Indy airport

Are you… ready for it? The Indianapolis Airport Authority has partnered with Girl Scouts of Central Indiana to showcase Hoosier Hospitality, welcoming Swifties at the Indianapolis International Airport (IND) starting today through this weekend.

Europe Flight is Back!

Gov. Holcomb, IEDC and Indy airport announce new Aer Lingus transatlantic flight

Joining via video from across the Atlantic Ocean today, Governor Eric J. Holcomb joined Indiana Secretary of Commerce David Rosenberg, Mayor Joe Hogsett and Indianapolis International Airport (IND) officials to announce long-awaited and much-anticipated news regarding a new transatlantic flight to Europe.

J.D. Power: Indy No. 1 Among Midsize Airports (Again!)

IND earns top ranking for the 7th time overall

The Indianapolis International Airport (IND) has established a long-standing reputation of earning aviation, airport and travel industry awards and honors. But the J.D. Power recognition is one that is a particular point of pride for the Indianapolis Airport Authority Executive Director Mario Rodriguez and the Indy airport team.

Indy Airport Gives Artist Stage to Reach Millions of Travelers

Jimmy Landers’ amazing replica of Harrison residence to be on display through 2024

The Indianapolis International Airport (IND) will become the latest stage to showcase Greenwood miniaturist Jimmy Landers’ amazing replica art. Landers’ intricate replica of President Benjamin Harrison’s residence will be on exhibit at the Indy airport through Jan. 6, 2025, in Civic Plaza.

Indy Airport Commemorates 23rd Anniversary of 9/11

Event honors the individuals, first responders who lost their lives in terrorist attacks

The Indianapolis Airport Authority hosted its annual ceremony at the Indianapolis International Airport (IND) today to honor the nearly 3,000 individuals who lost their lives this day 23 years ago during the Sept. 11, 2001 terrorist attack.

New Items From Irsay Collection On Display at Indianapolis Int’l. Airport

In partnership with the Indianapolis Airport Authority (IAA), The Jim Irsay Collection has created new exhibits that welcome travelers to Indiana and offer a peek into the Indianapolis Colts’ storied history, as well a chance to see other historic items from music, American history and popular culture.

Artifacts on display include guitars owned by Johnny Cash (pictured) and ZZ Top’s Dusty Hill; items from Colts legends Dallas Clark and Pro Football Hall of Famer Dwight Freeney; memorabilia from boxing legend Muhammad Ali; correspondence from President Abraham Lincoln; and more.

Indy Airport Developing Workforce to Combat Industry Upheaval

IND recruiting and developing staff for long-term growth and industry sustainability

The Indianapolis Airport Authority is reaping positive results in its decade-long effort to address a pending personnel upheaval predicted for the aviation industry. As an example, the IAA has recently named Megan Carrico to the position of senior director of public affairs across the authority’s operations, which include the Indianapolis International Airport (IND) and all of its regional airports throughout the Indianapolis-Metro area. Additionally, Rebecca Fiscus has been named the IAA’s new director of the capital program, also impacting all of the IAA’s operations and facilities.

Indy Airport Lands Long-Awaited Nonstop Flight to Nashville, Tenn.

Partnership with Indy corporate community credited with the strategic win

Indianapolis International Airport (IND) announces a long-awaited strategic win in landing a Southwest Airlines nonstop flight to the country music capital of the world — Nashville, Tennessee.

Kurt Vonnegut Exhibit on Display in KIND Gallery

Partnership with KVML gives Hoosier legend a prominent presence at IND

Indianapolis Airport Authority officials, along with representatives of the Kurt Vonnegut Museum and Library and other community leaders, gathered last evening to celebrate the new KVML exhibit in the KIND Gallery.

Indy Airport Reports Record-Breaking Year to Date

Five out of the 10 busiest days in IND history occurred in first half of 2024

The Indianapolis Airport Authority is reporting record-breaking passenger traffic for the first half of 2024, with more than 5.2 million people having traveled through the Indianapolis International Airport (IND) from January through June.

Indy Airport Receives One of the Largest FAA Grants

IND awarded $26.6 million for capital improvements

The Indianapolis International Airport (IND) was recently awarded $26.6 million from the Federal Aviation Administration in a seventh round of Airport Infrastructure Grants funding totaling $289 million to 129 airports across 40 states.

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