American Airlines Announces New Nonstop Service from Wilmington International Airport to Miami

American Airlines announced this morning that they are launching nonstop service between Wilmington International Airport (ILM) and Miami International Airport (MIA), a major hub for American and a gateway to Latin America and the Caribbean. The nonstop flights from ILM will operate on Saturdays, starting November 11th with dual-class Embraer E175 aircraft.  “American Airlines is read more about American Airlines Announces New Nonstop Service from Wilmington International Airport to Miami

Wilmington International Airport Ranks #1 in North Carolina and #3 in U.S. for Growth

A recent analysis shows Wilmington International Airport continues to experience significant growth.  During the period of January-September, all airlines are showing positive growth at ILM and seat growth in the market is +32%.  With this growth in seats, Wilmington International Airport is North Carolina’s fastest growing airport for the first three quarters of 2023.  Further, read more about Wilmington International Airport Ranks #1 in North Carolina and #3 in U.S. for Growth

Avelo Airlines Continues Growth in Wilmington, N.C. with Exclusive New Nonstop Service to the Wilmington, DE / Philadelphia Region

Avelo is the first and only airline offering Wilmington to Wilmington serviceFlights to New Haven will also be doubling for the summer travel seasonIntroductory one-way fares start at $29 Avelo Airlines announced today it is expanding service at Wilmington International Airport (ILM) with exclusive nonstop flights to Delaware’s Wilmington Airport (ILG) – a convenient and read more about Avelo Airlines Continues Growth in Wilmington, N.C. with Exclusive New Nonstop Service to the Wilmington, DE / Philadelphia Region

Avelo Airlines Announces Two New Florida Destinations from Wilmington, NC: Tampa and West Palm Beach  

Avelo is also adding more flights to OrlandoIntroductory one-way fares start at $29 Avelo Airlines today announced it is expanding service from Wilmington, NC, to two new nonstop Florida destinations — West Palm Beach and Tampa. Avelo will be the only airline offering nonstop flights between Wilmington International Airport (ILM) and these two cities, bringing read more about Avelo Airlines Announces Two New Florida Destinations from Wilmington, NC: Tampa and West Palm Beach  

ILM Releases 5 Year Vision Plan – Includes $165 Million in Capital Projects to Keep up with Record Growth

On March 1st, the New Hanover County Airport Authority approved ILM’s Vision Plan, which outlines key strategic objectives for the next five years (2023-2027).  The Vision Plan is a culmination of feedback from key airport stakeholders and collaboration among the Authority, airport staff, consultants, and aviation experts.  “The Airport Authority fully supports ILM’s 5 Year read more about ILM Releases 5 Year Vision Plan – Includes $165 Million in Capital Projects to Keep up with Record Growth

ILM Sets New Annual Passenger Record – Serves 1,086,245 Passengers in 2022

ILM exceeded pre-pandemic passenger numbers in 2022 and set a new passenger record for the year, serving 1,086,245 passengers.  During calendar year 2022, four airlines provided air service at ILM, American, Avelo, Delta, and United.  Throughout the year, American and Delta upgauged aircraft and the ultra-lost cost carrier Avelo started new nonstop service.  As a read more about ILM Sets New Annual Passenger Record – Serves 1,086,245 Passengers in 2022

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Sun Country Announces Service at ILM, Nonstop Flights to Minneapolis-St. Paul Begin Summer 2023

This morning, Sun Country Airlines announced plans to start service at Wilmington International Airport (ILM).  Sun Country will fly nonstop between ILM and Minneapolis-St. Paul (MSP) during the summer season, beginning June 2023.  The airline’s announcement was part of a 15-city route expansion announced by Sun Country.  “We’re excited to launch this new, nonstop route read more about Sun Country Announces Service at ILM, Nonstop Flights to Minneapolis-St. Paul Begin Summer 2023

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Airlines Increase Seats and Capacity, ILM Experiences Record Passenger Numbers

In August, ILM had the best August on record with total passenger numbers at 106,167, a 5% increase over the last record month, which occurred in August 2019.  September and October have seen an increase in seats in the ILM market and preliminary numbers indicate September will be another record month for passengers. Nationally, from read more about Airlines Increase Seats and Capacity, ILM Experiences Record Passenger Numbers

Avelo Airlines Adds Second Sunshine State Destination from Wilmington, NC – Fort Lauderdale

Avelo Airlines today announced it is expanding its service from Wilmington, NC with the addition of a fourth popular destination — Fort Lauderdale, FL. Avelo will begin exclusive service to Fort Lauderdale Hollywood International Airport (FLL) from Wilmington International Airport (ILM) on November 11. Introductory fares between ILM and FLL start at $39*. Customers can read more about Avelo Airlines Adds Second Sunshine State Destination from Wilmington, NC – Fort Lauderdale

ILM Co-Hosts Middle School Students at Aviation Career Education Academy, Showcases Careers in Aviation & Inspires Future Workforce

This week, the Wilmington International Airport, in partnership with Cape Fear Community College, hosted middle school students for the first Aviation Career Education Academy. The Aviation Career Education (ACE) Academy is a program that supports aerospace workforce development through aerospace and aviation career-focused summer academies, with a goal to inspire young people to explore and read more about ILM Co-Hosts Middle School Students at Aviation Career Education Academy, Showcases Careers in Aviation & Inspires Future Workforce