Everybody learns from experience! Because of that, we asked our Ithaca community to share their travel tips on Facebook. We compiled the list of tips below.

There will be a meeting of the Finger Lakes Chapter of Women in Aviation International (WAI) on Thursday, December 7, 2017 at 7:00 PM at the East Hill Flying Club, 62 Brown Road, Ithaca, NY.

This year we held our second annual Customer Appreciation Event to get you to your holiday destination with a smile on your face and some new ITH swag. Learn about some of the customers that passed through the airport.

The days leading up to Thanksgiving are the busiest air travel dates in the US, with an estimated record of 28.5 million travelers expected to take to the skies this year. To alleviate some of the stress of holiday traveling and to thank the community that travels in and out of the Ithaca Airport, ITH is holding their second annual customer appreciation event from Monday, November 20th through Wednesday, November 22nd.

On Monday we celebrated the arrival of United Airlines jet service at Ithaca Tompkins Regional Airport (ITH). Since early October, United Airlines has been serving ITH with Embraer 145 jet aircraft (ERJ 145) as part of a service upgrade program. These fifty-seat jets have replaced the existing 37-seat turboprop planes to accommodate increased passenger demand at ITH. With the introduction of the ERJ 145s, ITH now has an all-jet service to each of its three hubs.

On Monday, October 30, we will host a promotional flight and ribbon cutting ceremony at the terminal with the Tompkins County Chamber of Commerce to celebrate the arrival of United Airlines jet service. The jet will arrive between 11:45 AM and 12:15 PM.

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The Ithaca Tompkins Regional Airport hosted our annual Airport Day on Sunday, September 17th, bringing together the community for a day full of all you can eat pancakes, hot air balloon rides, and of course our Runway 5k!

Something exciting is happening this October at Ithaca Tompkins Regional Airport (ITH)! United Airlines will serve ITH with Embraer 145 jet aircraft (ERJ 145) as part of a service upgrade program. These 50-seat jets will replace the existing 37-seat turboprop planes to accommodate increased passenger demand at ITH. With the introduction of the ERJ 145s, ITH will now have an all-jet service to each of its three hubs.

Do you have pain when flying? Are you always uncomfortable and anxious to get off the plane? Try out these six simple travel stretches while sitting in your plane seat! Increase blood and oxygen flow, reduce stiffness, and enjoy flights more with these stretches.

Many of us have regretted the day that US Airways, now American Airlines, switched their east coast hub from Pittsburgh to Philadelphia. Pittsburgh and Ithaca were both highly reliable airports, free of the weather and traffic issues that make Philly so challenging.

Making arrangements to travel to and from the airport can be stressful. Whether you don’t have a car or would prefer not to spend money on long term parking, there are a number of convenient travel options for getting to and from the airport.

Traveling with children can be a stressful process. If it is their first time in an airport or on a plane, they may act up or cause a disruption during the flight. To keep the trip running smoothly, it’s important to have your kids behave and cooperate.

Last winter, Ithaca Tompkins Regional Airport was the only airport in Central New York to avoid cancellations caused by snowy conditions. This accomplishment was due, in part, to the efforts of our dedicated firefighting operations crew. Our team is composed of ten individuals who are trained in both operational maintenance and firefighting, and they work hard to keep the runways clear for takeoff and landing throughout the winter months.

The Transportation Security Administration (TSA) introduced the latest checkpoint screening technology equipment at Ithaca Tompkins Regional Airport (ITH) today. 

The firefighting crew at Ithaca Tompkins Regional is responsible for maintaining the airport’s facilities and being ready to handle an emergency at any time. In addition to their airport operations work, they regularly run training drills to practice for real emergencies that could happen. In order to take on such an important position, new members must undergo rigorous physical fire training and EMT certification.

Whether you are flying for a vacation or business trip, air travel can be a stressful process. You have to plan your trip, pack your suitcase to just under fifty pounds, get to the airport and  through security, and find your terminal at least half an hour before your flight is ready to board. ITH wants to make this process as easy as possible for our outgoing and incoming passengers. Here are some tips to reduce the stress leading up to your next flight.

Ithaca Tompkins Regional Airport has been awarded a $250,000 Statewide Opportunities for Airport Revitalization (SOARs) grant from New York State Senators Pamela Helming and James Seward last Friday. As part of the SOARs program, ITH will receive funding to upgrade and promote the airport throughout the Tompkins County region. Senator Helming stated that the airport is “critical to Tompkins County’s continued growth and prosperity,” generating over 30 million dollars in revenue and serving over 200,000 passengers last year.

According to the ASPCA, approximately 37% of all Americans own either a cat or a dog. Our pets are a huge part of our lives, and we love to bring them with us wherever we go. In order to keep your pet safe, airlines have created specific instructions for bringing your furry friends on your next flight. Below are the guidelines for each airline Ithaca Tompkins Regional Airport hosts. They will make sure your pet is safe after you drop them off at the airline desk.

Yesterday, the 2nd Landing Café, located inside Ithaca Tompkins Regional Airport, received a very positive review from a happy customer. While traveling with her family out of ITH, Deb Hover bought some food from the café during a delayed flight. She was delighted by owner Kristine Sweeney’s prompt and friendly service: “she said she would have the food delivered to the other side of security: that would NEVER happen in a larger airport!” In addition, Kris offered Deb and her family a free parking pass for purchasing over $7 of food. This service encouraged Deb to return to 2nd Landing in the future and made her trip more enjoyable. Kris and her staff are valuable members of the ITH family, and we appreciate everything she does for us!