Bangor, Maine — Bangor International Airport (BGR) is preparing for one of the busiest travel periods of the year as passengers head out or return home to celebrate the Thanksgiving holiday. Airport officials encourage travelers to plan ahead, arrive early, and expect a steady increase in passenger volume throughout the week. “We’re delighted to welcome […]
We recognize that passengers are concerned about potential changes to their travel plans due to the recent FAA request for a reduction in air service during the federal shutdown. FAA INFORMATION: On Wednesday, November 5, 2025, US Secretary of Transportation, Sean Duffy, announced a 10% thinning of airline schedules at 40 high volume markets to maintain safety. […]
By Paige Smith While Bangor International Airport also handles commercial airlines, BGR Aviation serves as the dedicated hub for private aviation. Its team manages everything from private jet arrivals and cargo charters to specialized military movements. BGR Aviation’s mission is clear- to provide reliable, top tier ground handling and customer service for general aviation, corporate, […]
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE 10.21.25 Contact: Aimee Thibodeau Telephone: 207-992-4610 E-mail: athibodeau@flybangor.com BANGOR, Maine – Delta Air Lines has announced the return and expansion of seasonal routes at Bangor International Airport (BGR). Service to Atlanta (ATL) will continue Saturdays and will add Sundays June 13-September 6, 2026. Detroit (DTW) service will operate on Saturdays June 13-September […]
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE 4.23.25 Contact: Aimee Thibodeau Telephone: 207-992-4610 E-mail: athibodeau@flybangor.com BANGOR, Maine – BGR Aviation is pleased to announce that we’ve added TITAN Aviation Fuels to the family of contract fuel participants that we work with. BGR Aviation, owned and operated by the City of Bangor’s Bangor International Airport, specializes in tech stops, U.S. […]
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Breeze Debuts at Bangor Today with Service to Orlando, With More Service to Tampa Tomorrow and Fort Myers on Saturday — One Way Fares Starting from $65* — Bangor, ME (October 3, 2024) – Breeze Airways, the premium leisure low-cost carrier offering affordable nonstop service across the U.S., today launches […]
As work wraps up for the season on the Runway 15-33 rehab project, we are beginning preparations to bring the runway back to full length. As a result, there will be a 16-hour full runway closure from 1900 local time on September 17, 2024 to 1100 local time on September 18, 2024. This closure is necessary to remove the temporary markings from the shortened runway, paint […]
We have moved to Phase III of this season’s Runway 15-33 repaving project. Thanks to our valued partners and tenants, and diligent work from the construction crews on site and our own BGR employees, we successfully moved from a 11,440-foot runway down to just over 7,200 feet. This phase of the project is expected to […]
April 3, 2024 “Maine businesses are finding success on the world stage thanks to our hardworking people, high-quality goods and services, and culture of innovation,” said Governor Janet Mills. “I congratulate the 2024 International Trade and Investment Award winners and thank them for their contributions toward making Maine the best place in the world to […]
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE 5.3.2024 Contact: Aimee Thibodeau Telephone: 207-992-4610 E-mail: athibodeau@flybangor.com Bangor International Airport to Hold Emergency Exercise Bangor, ME – On Tuesday, May 7, 2024, Bangor International Airport, along with numerous local emergency and law enforcement agencies, will be conducting a Full Scale Emergency Exercise as required by […]