United Airlines to spend $2.6bn and create jobs as it expands Houston hub
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An airport is a complex of runways, buildings, and facilities dedicated to the takeoff, landing, and ground movement of aircraft. Airports serve as vital hubs for commercial aviation, facilitating passenger and cargo transportation on a global scale. They accommodate a wide range of aircraft types and are equipped with air traffic control towers, navigation aids, and ground support infrastructure. Airports play a crucial role in connecting cities, countries, and continents, fostering economic growth and international trade.
Key Facts
- Purpose: Commercial, General Aviation, Military
- Infrastructure: Runways, Taxiways, Terminals, Hangars
- Operations: Aircraft Movements, Passenger Traffic, Cargo Handling
- Safety & Security: Air Traffic Control, Security Checkpoints, Emergency Services
- Economic Impact: Job Creation, Tourism, Trade Facilitation
- Environmental Considerations: Noise Pollution, Emissions, Land Use
- Key Stakeholders: Airlines, Airports, Governments, Passengers
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