Savvy Travel

2025 Runway Construction Schedule

As we step into 2025, I want to take a moment to reflect on the progress we’ve made and look ahead to what’s next. Last year was filled with significant projects aimed at improving the experience here at BGR, and while we achieved a lot, there’s still more to accomplish. One of the biggest undertakings […]

How Kids Can Be Savvy Travelers Too!

As we’re gearing up for the holidays, for families that can mean traveling with children and infants. Holidays can be delightful with kids – but travel can be stressful. Here are some ways that savvy families can have all the holiday cheer without the hassle. Be Prepared to Be Screened Strollers, car seats, and carriers […]

Runway Project 15-33 Preps to Open Full Length

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 […]

Runway 15-33 Project Update

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 […]

A Savvy Heads-Up: BGR’s Enhancements Mean Smoother Travels Ahead

As the snow gives way to spring, Bangor International Airport (BGR) is not just celebrating the thaw—it’s gearing up for growth. This season marks the beginning of a transformative period for BGR, with two major renovation and infrastructure improvement projects set to elevate the travel experience. Runway 15-33 Gets a Revamp BGR’s primary runway is […]