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Claiming cargo at Indianapolis International? New building opens to public September 1

08/27/10

INDIANAPOLIS—As part of the Indianapolis Airport Authority’s continuing efforts to consolidate its operations nearer the main Indianapolis International Airport campus, it will close two cargo facilities currently serving passenger airlines on Pierson Drive and Cargo Drive.

In place of these facilities, a 40,000 sq. ft. state-of-the-art new building called the Airline Services Support Building will open September 1 at 7899 South Service Road.

“The new facility will serve two purposes,” explains Chief Operating Officer Mike Medvescek. “It will serve as the primary facility for those who need to ship or receive cargo from a passenger airline. It will also serve as a ground support equipment maintenance facility for the airlines.”

Several passenger airlines will operate out of IAA’s newest facility, distributing cargo transported in the “belly” of commercial aircraft (known in the industry as belly cargo) to the general public. These shipments range from fresh seafood and flowers to live fish and animals, computer parts, and other goods.

Medvescek notes the proximity of the new building to aircraft parked on the tarmac at the terminal will help ensure safer movement of equipment across roadways and active taxiways. The shorter distance will also result in greater operational efficiency and fuel savings,” he added.

DIRECTIONS & DETAILS

  • Members of the public expecting cargo shipments should no longer report to buildings on Pierson Drive or Cargo Drive near the old airport on High School Road.

  • The new Airline Services Support Building, located at 7899 South Service Road, will open for business on September 1. Take I-70 west to Exit 68 and follow the blue signs for the Cell Phone Lot.

  • The new facility is the last building on the right past the Cell Phone Lot.

  • The blue identification sign in front of the building identifies the building and lists the companies providing service, including: Global Aviation Services, Ground Support Services, JettPro Line Maintenance, PFM Onsite Services, Quantem Aviation Services, Skytanking USA, GSRX, Southwest Airlines, and American Airlines. Not all identified companies process passenger airline cargo; some provide maintenance services for airline support equipment.

  • Members of the public are advised to contact the airline directly for hours of operation, acceptable types of cargo, and status of shipments and their arrival.

Visit www.indianapolisairport.com for detailed driving directions to Indianapolis International Airport.