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Greater Rochester International Airport is three miles southwest of downtown Rochester, in Monroe County, New York. It is owned and operated by Monroe County. The largest airline that serves the airport is Delta Air Lines with 30% of passengers flying on Delta. The airport is home to the 642nd Aviation Support Battalion, part of the 42nd Infantry Division.HistoryEarly historyA 1910 newspaper article cited "a site near Scottsville Road", along with the Baker Farm in Genesee Valley Park, as possible locations for 'airships' to fly from Rochester to Toronto. The Baker Farm was located south of the original Genesee Valley Park, and was donated to the Parks Department of the City of Rochester in 1908. The golf course at Genesee Valley Park was extended to include the Baker Farm in 1914. During World War I, the Baker Farm area of the park, renamed "Baker Field" was used for military purposes. The United States School of Aerial Photography had been created at Kodak Park in Rochester, and Baker Field was the airfield associated with the project. Military use of the field ceased in 1918. Baker Field continued to be used as an airfield for a year or two thereafter, but flood conditions made it unsuitable for airfield use in the long run. Britton Field, located just west of Baker Field, became the primary airport for the Rochester area.Britton FieldThe site of the Greater Rochester International Airport, originally known as Britton Field, was used for aviation purposes as early as 1919. The Rochester Aircraft Corporation launched its first passenger flight from Britton Field August 18, 1919. The Curtiss JN-4 was piloted by Earl F. Beers. At the time, the only way to get to the field was either by car or by taking the Genesee Street car line to the end, and walking the remaining distance. Beers, a Rochester aviation pioneer, urged the local government to purchase Britton Field for a municipal airport. In 1919, Beers offered passenger flights out of Britton Field, charging $1.00 per minute.
Official Delta Airlines terminal for reservations, ticketing and customer service.
Southwest Airlines brought the LUV to Rochester, NY by adding the ROC to its route network on April 14, 2013.
Experience the newly renovated Fairfield Inn by Marriott Rochester Airport! Ideally located inside the Greater Rochester International Airport, the Fairfield Inn is only minutes from area businesses, local attractions and restaurants, making it the perfect hotel for business and leisure travelers. Our redesigned guest rooms feature bright, bold colors, new bedding, high performance workspace, 32" flat panel televisions and complimentary wireless Internet access. Never start a full day on an empty stomach. Enjoy our complimentary continental breakfast, featuring the Jimmy Dean breakfast sandwich. Or, grab a snack to go in The Market, open 24 hours. Stay connected with complimentary business services in the lobby area. Work out in our new fitness facility or take a refreshing dip in the indoor pool. Expect more at the Fairfield Inn by Marriott Rochester Airport.
The Rochester Air Center is the ONLY place for Flight Training in the Rochester NY area. The Rochester Air Center has been providing safe and professional flight training for over 10 years. If you are someone that is looking to become a pilot, an Aviation enthusiast, or just want to take a scenic or introduction flight, the Rochester Air Center is for you! The RAC is proud to announce that have been approved for Post 9/11 GI bill. Contact the RAC for more info.
The Rochester Air Center is the ONLY place for Flight Training in the Rochester NY area. The Rochester Air Center has been providing safe and professional flight training for over 10 years. If you are someone that is looking to become a pilot, an Aviation enthusiast, or just want to take a scenic or introduction flight, the Rochester Air Center is for you! The RAC is proud to announce that have been approved for Post 9/11 GI bill. Contact the RAC for more info.