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As the gateway to West Michigan, the Gerald R. Ford International Airport serves as the first impression and last glimpse as residents and visitors travel to and from our community. Here are just a few ways Elevate is already making news in West Michigan. For additional news on the airport, visit the Press Release page.

Ford International Airport Opens Sensory Room to Support Travelers with Sensory Sensitivities

Ford International Airport Opens Sensory Room to Support Travelers with Sensory Sensitivities

Sep 25, 2024
The Gerald R. Ford International Airport Authority is thrilled to announce the grand opening of its Sensory Room, located at the beginning of Concourse A. This new area is designed to offer support to travelers with sensory sensitivities.
Ford International Airport Achieves Global Airport Carbon Accreditation

Ford International Airport Achieves Global Airport Carbon Accreditation

Sep 19, 2024
Gerald R. Ford International Airport has been certified through the Airports Council International’s Airport Carbon Accreditation (ACA) program. The program is recognized internationally, with airports across the globe participating.
Ford International Airport Breaks Ground on $135 Million Terminal Enhancement Project

Ford International Airport Breaks Ground on $135 Million Terminal Enhancement Project

Apr 10, 2024
The Gerald R. Ford International Airport Authority broke ground today on its $135 million Terminal Enhancement Project, or TEP, representing a significant investment in the Gerald R. Ford International Airport.
Ford International Airport Opens Post-Security Animal Relief Area

Ford International Airport Opens Post-Security Animal Relief Area

Jan 16, 2024
The Gerald R. Ford International Airport unveiled its first post-security pet relief area to provide a more enjoyable and stress-free journey for passengers traveling with animals.
Ford International Airport Selects Mural Artists for Newly Expanded Concourse A

Ford International Airport Selects Mural Artists for Newly Expanded Concourse A

Nov 1, 2023
The Gerald R. Ford International Airport Authority has selected West Michigan-based artists AK Bueno, Maddison Chaffer, Jimmy Cobb, Devin Dumond and Jill Eggers to paint murals in the newly expanded Concourse A.
Ford International Airport Selects Local Artist for Aerial Art Installation in Newly Expanded Concourse A

Ford International Airport Selects Local Artist for Aerial Art Installation in Newly Expanded Concourse A

Jul 27, 2023
The Gerald R. Ford International Airport has selected West Michigan-based artist, Jeffrey Augustine Songco, to install a one-of-a-kind suspended art piece in the newly expanded Concourse A.