Airport Name and ICAO/IATA Code
Tucson International Airport (ICAO: KTUS / IATA: TUS)
Location (City, Country)
Tucson, Arizona, USA
Airport Type & Size
A moderate-sized international airport, stands with two terminals, a dedicated air freight ramp, and a massive Arizona Air National Guard presence. It has two active runways: RWY 12/30 (10,996’x150’), and RWY 04/22 (7,000’x150’). Packs 21 marked gates, plus several spots on the air freight ramp and side ramp just off concourse B.
Why should this airport be added to World of Airports?
Standing as the second-largest airport in the state of Arizona, it remains a moderate but beginner-friendly airport. Also has a large main runway, stretching 10,996’.
Major Airlines & Routes
Delta Air Lines (ATL, LAX, SLC, SEA), American Airlines (DFW, LAX, PHX, ORD), Southwest Airlines (MDW, ORD, DAL, DEN), United Airlines (SFO, DEN, IAH, ORD), Westjet (YYC), FedEx (MEM)
Unique Features or Challenges
Often hot, with the summer reaching well into the hundred-degree range. also has mountains in the distance, as well as desert. Is positioned just south of Tucson.
Optional: Links, images, maps, or videos
Tucson International Airport - Wikipedia
https://www.flytucson.com/