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Updated · Aviation Week · Jun 29
Grand Rapids Airport Opens $156 Million Rental Car Center on July 8
Updated
Updated · Aviation Week · Jun 29

Grand Rapids Airport Opens $156 Million Rental Car Center on July 8

1 articles · Updated · Aviation Week · Jun 29

Summary

  • $156 million will bring Grand Rapids Gerald R. Ford International Airport a new rental car center opening July 8, consolidating all rental car operations in one facility.
  • A new climate-controlled sky bridge will connect passengers directly to rental car partners, while an on-site quick-turn facility will handle vehicle cleaning and fueling.
  • The project is part of a broader week of airport infrastructure moves globally, including cargo, maintenance and airport-city expansions in India, Germany, England and Australia.

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