Abilene Regional Airport – ABI Abilene
Abilene Regional Airport is a public-used airport with an airport code of ABI, located in Abilene in Taylor County, Texas. The airport is owned and operated by the local government of Abilene and serves the Greater Abilene area. In 2006, it has a total of 78,462 aircraft operations, which are mostly military trainings and general aviation. Abilene Regional Airport is the hub of the maintenance base for all American eagle aircrafts, the Eagle Aviation Services, Inc. The airport also serves the nearby cities of Baird and Merkel.
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Abilene Regional Airport has a total of 1,644 acres with three asphalt runways. Its terminals have undergone several improvements over the past years. The upper terminal is where two of the airport’s gates are located as well as restaurants and shops while the lower ground is where the baggage claim, ticketing and car transport can be found. In 2006, it has a total of nearly 80,000 aircraft operations or an average of 214 daily and is the base hub of 98 aircrafts. Its passenger flight is only serviced by American Eagle flying directly to Dallas/Forth Worth.
What to Do & Area Attractions
TownePlace Suites by Marriott is the nearest hotel from Abilene Regional Airport. This hotel is located offers the best amenities for a relaxing stay. Other nearby hotels from the airport are Hilton Garden Inn Abilene and MCM Elegante Suites Abilene.
Eastland Municipal Airport (ETN) is approximately 55 miles from Abilene Regional Airport. It is also a highly rated airport serving the Greater Texas area.