If you’re a pilot or part of a flying club, you know that there’s something truly magical about taking to the skies in your own aircraft. The freedom to explore new destinations, chart your course, and experience the thrill of flight is unparalleled. One such enchanting destination for private pilots and aviation enthusiasts is Ithaca, New York, nestled in the

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Packing a light carry-on bag is the best way to efficiently travel, especially if you’re traveling alone or going on a short trip. Carry-on luggage keeps your essentials accessible! Not to mention, you won’t have to wait in baggage claim nor fear losing your bags. (Look, we hate to admit it. But airlines may miss your luggage if there are

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With summer vacation around the corner, now is a great time to book your flights and enjoy the sun! Ithaca Tompkins International Airport (ITH) offers two daily flights to New York City’s John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) and Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR) to meet all your traveling needs. Follow Roxan Noble’s (Airport Director, ITH) travel tips to keep

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The impact of the national pilot shortage has been felt by travelers across the country, resulting in increased ticket prices and reduced regional carrier options. At Ithaca Tompkins International Airport (ITH), we are taking action to combat this shortage by hosting Airport Community Day and the Runway 5K on September 17, 2023, for the first time since 2019. Join us

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Your Destination Just Got Better There are many beautiful places to visit in New York, but if you are planning a stay in Ithaca, you won’t be sorry. You will be intrigued by the many things to do in this beautiful city located on Cayuga Lake in the Finger Lakes Region. With a population of 31,000, Ithaca allows you to 

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Delta Air Lines to add two daily flights to JFK beginning in early 2023. Ithaca Tompkins International Airport (ITH) announced Delta Air Lines will now offer two daily flights to John F. Kennedy International Airport starting January 9, 2023. Business and leisure travelers can begin booking 6:00 AM and 2:00 PM departures on larger, more fuel-efficient 75-seat CRJ-900 regional jets

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The FAA is Born On December 17, 1903, Orville and Wilbur Wright changed United States history. On that day, the first powered flight took place. It was a mere 12 seconds, but this flying machine led to the development two short years later of the first “real” airplane.  In 1925, the Air Mail Act, commonly known as the Kelly act,

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In December 1957, Mohawk Airlines hired Ruth Carol Taylor as the first African American flight attendant in the United States. Born in Boston, MA, on December 27, 1931, she and her family moved to upstate New York at a young age, where they lived on a farm in the Finger Lakes Region. Taylor grew up on her farm and graduated

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With summer upon us, there is no better place to be than Ithaca, New York! One of the most well-known gems of the Finger Lakes region, Ithaca is a great place to enjoy some summer fun. Bursting at the city limits with endless activities and home to Ithaca College and Cornell University, Ithaca has something for everyone! With local restaurants

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The Ithaca Tompkins International Airport (ITH) is thrilled to announce that American Airlines is now offering direct flights from Ithaca (ITH) to Philadelphia (PHL). With this change, travelers can get to and from Philly in record time. While this may seem too good to be true, rest assured, ITH’s new daily nonstop flights from Ithaca to Philly will get travelers

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Dear valued traveler, We invite you to participate in this questionnaire for the Ithaca Tompkins International Airport (ITH). Your responses will be kept confidential and will be used to help attract air service to our airport so we can continue to provide exceptional service to our traveling community. Take the survey here. To show our appreciation for your time and

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In celebration of Black History Month, the Ithaca Tompkins International Airport (ITH) would like to highlight one of the many significant individuals who contributed to our nation’s fight for equality.

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The Legacy By ARDM Enterprises is officially open and operational at the Ithaca Tompkins International Airport, making history as the first ever Black-owned business to operate a restaurant out of the terminal. The Legacy has plans to serve travelers and the broader Ithaca community from 5am-9pm, seven days a week. The opening of new restaurant was marked by a ribbon

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We are so excited to share that The Legacy by ARDM Enterprises has been awarded the contract to operate the café, bar, and gift shop at the Ithaca Tompkins International Airport. The Legacy by ARDM is a Black owned company local to the Ithaca area and will operate “The Legacy,” encompassing breakfast, lunch, and dinner options for travelers through the

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Ithaca Tompkins International Airport (ITH) is thrilled to announce that after having undergone its required annual recertification, it has received the highest accolade for the second year in a row.

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In our humble opinion, Summer in the Finger Lakes is a big slice of heaven. There is natural beauty everywhere you turn and endless outdoor activities at your fingertips. Gorges, waterfalls, hiking, wineries, paddling, camping, you name it. There’s something for everyone. There is a reason the Finger Lakes is often popping up in travel publications and booming with tourism.

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Last week, the Ithaca Tompkins International Airport held an appreciation event for customers, the return of United Airlines, and all airline partners and tenants for their commitment and dedication to the airport throughout the COVID-19 pandemic. After a very long and difficult year for all entities under the ITH umbrella, last week marked a significant turning point. Things are looking

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On Saturday morning at 9am, alarms were sounded and the Airport Fire & Rescue team rushed to the scene of a simulated airliner crash landing with mass casualties. Every three years, the FAA requires a full-scale disaster drill at the Ithaca Tompkins International Airport to test the effectiveness of first responders and local emergency plans. “The airport disaster drill is

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Things are looking up! We are very excited to share that our United Airlines service to Washington Dulles (IAD) will resume on June 3rd with two daily flights Monday through Friday and one daily flight on Saturdays and Sundays. This service will connect our passengers to over 100 destinations around the country and beyond. “We are thrilled that United Airlines

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The Transportation Security Administration (TSA) is extending the face mask requirement for individuals across all transportation networks throughout the United States, including at airports, onboard commercial aircraft, on over-the-road buses, and on commuter bus and rail systems through September 13. We broke down some of the common questions surrounding this announcement to help keep us all on the same page

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We caught up with Katie, a 20-something first time flier after her recent trip that began at the Ithaca Tompkins International Airport (ITH). Katie was thrilled to share her experience with other new fliers and can’t wait for her next trip. Learn more about Katie’s experience below: Q: Where did you go and why did you choose to fly out

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Things are really starting to look up around here. As of April 1st, the New York State travel advisory has been lifted and as an added bonus, American Airlines has resumed a second daily flight to Charlotte (CLT) effective Friday, April 2nd. In terms of the travel advisory changes, domestic travelers flying into New York State after April 1 will continue

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Are you planning to fly soon? Upcoming spring break plans perhaps? Well we’re proud to share that our terminal just got that much safer for both travelers and employees. The Transportation Security Administration (TSA) has installed new acrylic shields at the security checkpoint at Ithaca Tompkins International Airport as part of the agency’s continued efforts to implement initiatives to help

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As more and more people get vaccinated, more and more questions arise about what exactly it means to be vaccinated, especially in terms of travel mandates and guidelines. Unfortunately, being vaccinated doesn’t mean you can take your mask off and party like it’s 2019; many of the same guidelines still apply. We put together some current information about flying after

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The Ithaca Tompkins International Airport is set to receive over 1.3 million dollars from the federal COVID-19 relief package that was passed last month. After several days of negotiating on behalf of Upstate New York, U.S. Senator Charles E. Schumer and U.S. Senator Kirsten Gillibrand revealed that last month’s bipartisan COVID relief package includes $36,559,697 for specific airports across Upstate

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We are very excited to announce that the new fuel farm at Ithaca Tompkins International Airport is now complete, with a successful first week of operation in the books. The fuel farm is a facility used for storage and distribution of jet and diesel fuel, as well as unleaded gas for support vehicles. Fuel farms are common at airports so

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Transportation Security Administration (TSA) put together a list of tips to help you avoid Santa’s “Naughty” list if you’re planning to travel by air this holiday season. There are several proactive steps that you can take to help ensure that all goes smoothly when you get to a TSA security checkpoint at the airport. Many people haven’t traveled in several

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American Airlines now offers daily service to and from Charlotte Douglass International Airport (CLT), American’s second largest hub. CLT is a very well-connected, innovative and customer-focused airport. We put together some fast facts to help you get familiar with CLT so you can know what to expect if you utilize the new daily service for any upcoming travel. Service &

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Air travel for the upcoming holiday season is going to look quite different than in the past. In a typical year, over 100 million Americans would be booking travel plans during the holiday season; in 2019 that number soared to over 115 million. Although the next few months will show a drastic decrease in air travel compared to previous years,

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The Military Courtesy Room was a new addition in the 2019 renovation of the Ithaca Tompkins International Airport, and it’s a space that our airport is very proud to offer. The room is located pre-security near the café, and includes sofas, cable TV, a sink, microwave and more. Airport Director and Retired Air Force Maj. General Mike Hall is particularly

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  On Saturday, September 26, the Ithaca Tompkins International Airport (ITH) and Ithaca Marriott Downtown on the Commons hosted Moment of Movement: Giving Our Youth a Flying Start and raised $25,930 for local families impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic.   “I am so proud of our community for coming together for this great cause and am thrilled we were able

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  Mike Hall recently accepted an invitation to serve on the Diversity and Inclusion Committee for the New York Aviation Management Association (NYAMA), with a mission to strike a vision for diversity and inclusion in the NYS aviation workforce. The Diversity and Inclusion Committee was recently reformed after lapsing several years ago. This reformation has been spearheaded by Christina Callahan,

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The COVID-19 pandemic has greatly impacted families and employers in our community. As caregivers re-enter the workforce, many are in need of immediate childcare assistance. The Ithaca Tompkins International Airport (ITH) and the Ithaca Marriott Downtown on the Commons are pleased to announce Moment of Movement: Giving Our Youth a Flying Start, a fundraiser to benefit United Way of Tompkins County and the Ithaca Youth Bureau. All proceeds will provide childcare and enrichment activity resources to families as well as help employers retain their workforce.

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We have one more very exciting Pilot Profile – Eric Hummel, Executive Director and Chief Flight Instructor at The East Hill Flying Club! For Eric, airplanes and flying have been a central theme in his life since he was a young boy. His father had a friend who was a Private Pilot, and he took Eric for his first airplane

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Our celebration of aviation will come to a close with our final ‘Pilot Profile’. Last but not least, we’re featuring Art Muka, Professor Emeritus of Entomology at Cornell University and longtime member of The East Hill Flying Club! Art’s aviation experience started during World War II, when he volunteered in the V-5 Naval Aviation Cadet Program. He was a naval

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Happy National Aviation Day! Believe it or not, Ithaca, New York has a deep history with aviation. If you live in or frequently visit Ithaca, you may be aware that our airport, the Ithaca Tompkins International Airport (ITH) has been in business since the 1950’s. However, aviation in Ithaca and neighboring towns dates back to the very early 1900s. In

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Today, in our continued celebration of National Aviation Day, we are highlighting our very own Airport Director, Mike Hall! Mike has a very rich history with aviation, including an amazing career flying for the United States Air Force. As a child in the 50s, Mike became fascinated with the bloom in aviation that began during WWII. The X Planes in

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Did you know that Wednesday is National Aviation Day? We’re celebrating by putting the spotlight on some impressive members of our thriving aviation community! There are countless pilots and aviation enthusiasts in the area, but we’re starting with Alex Torea. At age 27, Alex flies private jets for a living AND owns his airplane! Alex got involved in aviation at

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The New York State Travel Advisory went into effect on June 25th with the intention of protecting New York’s successful containment of COVID-19. Designated states continue to be added and removed, with new mandates being regularly released to enforce the advisory. All travelers flying into New York State are expected to quarantine for 14 days if they have recently traveled

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As we begin to welcome more and more passengers back into our terminal, we want to be absolutely transparent about what we and our airline partners are doing to keep everyone safe. We also want to be very clear about what changes travelers can expect, and what is expected of travelers. Travelers flying into New York State after April 1,

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We’ve carefully reopened here in Tompkins County and daily life is slowly starting to feel somewhat normal. Restaurants are opening for indoor and outdoor seating, many retail stores are open for in-person shopping, and everyone’s hair is back to its desired length! Although many beloved activities are back on the table, social distancing and mask wearing remains a priority, as

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The Ithaca Tompkins International Airport (ITH) is very quiet these days.  Only a handful of flights are coming in and out per day.  But our cleaners are still cleaning, TSA workers are still screening, airline employees are working, and rental cars are available.  Why? Despite the current travel restrictions, essential travel is still permitted.  Medical workers are flying throughout the

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 Delta  CEO Ed Bastian has released several messages detailing the specific steps that Delta has taken to ensure safety for passengers and employees. The latest message also mentioned how Delta is helping in the fight against COVID-19, including the transport of medical supplies, repatriation flights, and free flights for medical volunteers to certain U.S. regions that have been significantly impacted

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The Ithaca Tompkins International Airport’s leadership team is closely monitoring the developments related to COVID-19 regionally and globally. Our team is doing everything possible to ensure the safety of our passengers and employees. At this time, Ithaca Tompkins International Airport (ITH) is operating under normal conditions and working closely with airline partners to continue providing service and safe connections. The

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The coronavirus pandemic has raised concerns and restrictions for air travelers.  Here are some health tips you can use to reduce your susceptibility to cold and flu viruses Wash your hands often with soap and water for at least 20 seconds. If soap and water are not available, use an alcohol-based hand sanitizer. Avoid touching your eyes, nose and mouth

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We are saddened by the news that, Karl, a member of our ITH family has suffered a devastating loss. If you would like to contribute to the family during this time, please click here.

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Our 2020 Client Appreciation Week was a success! We handed out free baked goods and coffee courtesy of Ithaca Coffee Co., along with free swag items ranging from pop-sockets to luggage tags to reusable bags. Passengers flying in and out of ITH were also able to enter raffle for a $500 travel voucher, as well as leave comments about the

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Are you traveling in or out of our airport this week? Look for our client appreciation booth! Beginning January 15th  and ending January 17th we’ll be welcoming back students and thanking the community that travels in and out of the Ithaca Airport. Most travelers flying in and out will be seeing our newly renovated airport for the first time, as

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On Wednesday, January 8, 2020, the Ithaca Tompkins International Airport welcomed more than 200 community members for a Business After Hours and celebration of the newly renovated airport. The Business After Hours is a monthly networking event produced by the Tompkins Chamber of Commerce. The evening included food, drink, music, speeches, prizes and exclusive tours of the new airport. Remarks

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Thank you to all who participated in our 2019-2020 photo contest! We had so many incredible photos to choose from. These 12 photos will be displayed as a gallery in the non-secure side of our airport, so anyone is welcome to come view them. We will release an announcement on Facebook and flyithaca.com when the gallery is installed. Please comment

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